On this day, March 30, 1971, the very first episode of 'Polka Dot Door' premiered in homes across Ontario. More than 50 years later, its impact is still felt. And yes, Polkaroo is still around… somewhere. Keep Ontario stories alive with your donation: tvo.me/renewal2026

The 2026 Canadian Screen Award nominations were announced this week, and we're happy to share that TVO earned 32 nominations. Congratulations to everyone whose dedication and hard work have been recognized through these nominations! Check out the full list: www.academy.ca/nominees/

We are honoured to share that the TVO podcast 'Arachnid: Hunting the Web’s Darkest Secrets' has won the 2026 Canadian Hillman Prize in recognition of original, groundbreaking journalism. Listen to 'Arachnid' now: www.tvo.org/podcasts/ara... Read the full statement: tvo.me/tvo-todays-a...

OTA Notice: Customers in the GTA may experience reduced signal or intermittent daytime service until May 15, 2026, while work continues on the CN Tower transmission line. Learn more: tvo.me/tvo-over-the...

On #InternationalDayforDigitalLearning, we’re celebrating educators who help make TVO a destination for education in Ontario. Explore: Free math tutoring with Mathify: mathify.tvolearn.com Affordable high school courses with TVO ILC: www.ilc.org Educational resources with TVO Learn: tvolearn.com

When TVO went on air in 1970 it carried a bold idea: television could do more than fill time. It could open doors. More than five decades later TVO keeps learning accessible through programming and resources for Ontarians. Help carry that legacy forward: tvo.me/renewal2026

This #InternationalWomensDay, TVO is recognizing the women whose ideas, creativity, and determination continue to shape our world. Explore a curated lineup of documentaries, programming, and learning resources that reflect women’s experiences and contributions: tvo.me/internationa...

What a milestone! Over 200K+ subscribers on the TVO Docs YouTube channel! 🎉 Thank you to the documentary community. Your support makes it possible for us to amplify the work of documentary filmmakers across Ontario and Canada. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@tvo

Join us at the Ted Rogers Hot Docs Cinema for a free first look at the new TVO series "For the Love of Movies". Inspired by TVO's "Saturday Night at the Movies" and featuring rare archival interviews, enjoy a preview screening and live Q&A. RSVP for free tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-presen...

This International Women's Day, TVO recognizes the women whose ideas, talents, and perspectives shape our work, strengthen our programming, and help us share stories that might otherwise go untold. Explore our curated collection of programming and resources: tvo.me/internationa...

On #PinkShirtDay, we’re reminded that bullying doesn’t stop at the schoolyard. It shows up in workplaces, at home and it affects people of every age. From learning resources and children’s programming to current affairs, we support Ontarians of all ages in building more inclusive communities.

From curious kids to lifelong learners, TVO is here for Ontarians every step of the way. Your donation helps keep trusted, accessible learning available to all! Make a gift of $100+ and receive a limited-edition TVO toque as a token of our appreciation: support.tvo.org/site/Donatio...

Hey @uwaterloo.ca and @wilfridlaurieruni.bsky.social people, we're coming to town! Still a few free tickets for a discussion with @spaikin.bsky.social, @vassb.bsky.social, ThinkOn's Craig McLellan and @mozzilla.bsky.social's Mark Surman Friday night at CIGI:

From pitch to panel: @jeyantvo.bsky.social goes behind the scenes of a Rundown meeting with producers @colinellis81.bsky.social and @carrletta.bsky.social, then follows designer Kathleen Black as months of planning turn into a finished set.

TVO has an Ontario version! www.tvo.org/old-enough

Take a three-hour journey travelling to some of the most famous shorelines in Ontario, in #TVOOriginal "TRIPPING The Muskoka Lakes": www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qqxe...

For decades, TVO has documented Ontario's stories, preserving historic interviews, current affairs journalism, and children's programming. Renew your support for 2026: https://support.tvo.org/site/Donation2?18043.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&df_id=18043&utm_campaign=renew-ad-ot&utm_content=26R1OL17

As Canada finds itself revisiting its security and sovereignty due to economic threats, have we done enough to secure the nation's digital independence? 🍁 Join @spaikin on Friday, Feb 27 at 7 p.m. in Waterloo, ON for a discussion. RSVP for tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-today-...

#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to celebrate and honour the achievements, culture, and stories of Black Canadians. This month, we shine a spotlight on works by Black filmmakers and storytellers whose creativity and vision continue to inspire and educate: tvo.me/black-histor...

On International Day of Education (Jan 24th) we are focusing our efforts on advancing media literacy and ensuring it remains at the forefront of our educational and journalistic content. Explore our resources and learn how we are supporting critical thinking across Ontario: tvo.me/internationa...

The Rundown returns tonight at 8pm with @jeyantvo.bsky.social on our new set.

Coming up in a few wks! Talking medical misinformation with @kristalamb.bsky.social @samanthayammine.com Megan Ogilvie @marsdd.bsky.social and @bigiftruetvo.bsky.social will be 🎥 on site! Get your tickets --> bit.ly/3YHgSPW

Get free tickets to TVO Today Live’s first event of 2026. Join Steve Paikin for an afternoon event in Hangar A at Centennial College’s Downsview Aerospace Campus on January 24. RSVP now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-today-... #TVOTodayLive

Behind the scenes at CFNY-FM, the future of the station was far from secure. Financial strain and business dealings beyond the studio walls repeatedly threatened to shutter its doors. Stream now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmm5...

Amid dramatic shifts in global security, Canada plans to rebuild and reinvest in the Canadian Armed Forces. What kind of military do we need? Join @spaikin.bsky.social for a TVO Today Live event on Jan. 24 at 2pm at @centennialcollege.bsky.social’s Downsview campus. Register for free tickets ⬇️

Amid turmoil in the international order, join @spaikin.bsky.social on Jan 24 for TVO Today's Live's first event of 2026 asking: what kind of fighting force does Canada now and for the 21st century? At @centennialcollege.bsky.social hangar, part of the Downsview Aerospace Innovation & Research Hub

You asked, we delivered: @therundowntvo.bsky.social is now a podcast! Listen to the first episode of 2026 on January 19, and follow wherever you get your podcasts.

A new year brings a new lineup of TVO programming for adults and kids. ✨ Explore the full Winter 2026 slate: tvo.me/tvo-rings-in... Stay up to date with new releases across platforms: www.tvo.org/tvo-anytime-...

TVO Board Chair Chris Day announced today the appointment of Pary Bell as TVO's next Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive search. Read full statement: tvo.me/pary-bell-ap...

Support our work with a donation of $40 or more and receive your very own TVO calendar: tvo.me/calendar2026

Informed minds help shape Ontario’s future 🎁 Until December 31, every donation is eligible to be matched up to $50,000, doubling your impact! Support trusted journalism, documentaries, and kids programming Ontarians count on. Donate now: support.tvo.org/site/Donatio...

How can captioning be used to misinform? University of Toronto researcher Valérie Kindarji joins us on our year-end episode to help unpack the stories that caused the most confusion in 2025: https://www.youtube.com/@BigIfTrueTVO

A heartwarming holiday documentary that's guaranteed to make you laugh (and cry) 🎄✨ Stream "So This Is Christmas" for free now: youtu.be/5pgEjWOvaFo?...

Today on #GivingTuesday, when you make a gift of $100 or more to TVO you'll receive a cozy toque as a token of our gratitude! ❄️ Thanks to the Wilson Foundation, your gift will be matched up to $250,000—doubling your impact. Donate today: givingtuesday.tvo.me

Today is your last chance to make a Giving Tuesday gift to TVO! Your support powers in-depth reporting, ad-free kids’ programming, and educational resources that build media literacy across Ontario. Donate now and double your impact: givingtuesday.tvo.me #GivingTuesday

This Giving Tuesday, every dollar you donate until Dec 2 will be matched up to $250,000! Informed minds create lasting change. At TVO, we prioritize media literacy by investing in journalism and programming that helps Ontarians make sense of their world. Donate today: givingtuesday.tvo.me

Recommend everyone watch the TVO documentary #ThePitch on how the #NSL was created. It gives a real good insight. www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNk6...

This Giving Tuesday, every dollar you donate until Dec 2 will be matched up to $250,000! Help us keep media literacy in focus with shows like @bigiftruetvo.bsky.social —support TVO this Giving Tuesday. Donate today to double your impact: givingtuesday.tvo.me

This Giving Tuesday, every dollar you donate until Dec. 2 will be matched up to $250,000! Help us keep media literacy in focus with shows like Big [If True]—support TVO this Giving Tuesday. Donate today to double your impact: https://givingtuesday.tvo.me/

This Giving Tuesday, every dollar you donate from now until Dec 2 will be matched up to $250,000! Informed minds create lasting change. At TVO, we prioritize media literacy by investing in journalism and programming that helps Ontarians make sense of their world. Donate today: givingtuesday.tvo.me

When truth is hard to spot, public media makes a difference. This #GivingTuesday, support critical thinking with public media. Your gift keeps trusted, fact‑based journalism and free learning tools open to all. 2X match through December 2! Make a donation today: www.tvo.org/Give2025

Remembrance Day is a time to honour the sacrifices of Canadians across generations. Our annual tribute recognizes those who served and shares stories that might otherwise be forgotten. Watch "Forgotten War": bit.ly/47L3UEU Stream our Remembrance Day playlist: bit.ly/4hZtxqm #RemembranceDay

Show your love for TVO all year round! Donate $40 or more and receive the 2026 TVO Calendar as a thank-you gift. Your support keeps ad-free educational content, documentaries, journalism, and children’s media accessible to everyone in Ontario. Donate today: http://tvo.me/calendar2026

@bigiftruetvo.bsky.social begins season 2 with this question: What fills the gap when your local newspaper ceases to exist? @mollythomastv.bsky.social travels to Eganville ON, where The Eganville Leader will soon close after more than 100 years in print. Watch now: youtu.be/NVv1T5FDjvw?...

We are honoured to announce that Season 3 of "The Thread with Nam Kiwanuka" ( @namshine.bsky.social ) has won a Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) 2025 Central Region Award for Investigative Excellence in the Multiplatform category. Read more: tvo.me/tvos-the-thr...

Should Snowbirds skip the U.S. this year? Join @spaikin.bsky.social at a TVO Today Live conversation at 2pm on Sunday, Oct. 26 at the Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket. Special guests include Laura Babcock and Peter Shurman. 🎟️ Register for FREE tickets here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/tvo-today-...

Just your friendly neighbourhood Polkaroo, manifesting a Jays win! 🧢

'The Rundown', hosted by Jeyan Jeganathan and produced by the award-winning team behind 'The Agenda', will offer clear and in-depth reporting on the issues shaping life in Ontario, from housing and healthcare to climate and AI. Begins October 20 at 8pm on TVO.

'The Oath' took home awards at this year’s #SignalAwards, earning Silver in True Crime and Bronze for Best Show Artwork. Over 385,000 votes were cast, it’s an honour to be recognized among such exceptional creators. Read more: http://bit.ly/4qgkswX Listen to 'The Oath': http://bit.ly/47qX0Wl

Watch The Rundown, a new 30-minute current affairs program hosted by @jeyantvo.bsky.social. Each episode takes a deep dive into the issues that matter most to Ontarians. Catch new episodes Monday to Thursday at 8pm on @wearetvo.bsky.social beginning Oct. 20. www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwVC...