Happy birthday to Elwy Yost, who would be 101 today. 🎂 To TVO viewers, Elwy made classic cinema feel personal. Host of Saturday Night at the Movies and Magic Shadows, he brought classic Hollywood into Ontario homes. Stream Magic Shadows, Elwy Yost: A Life in Movies: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-OMD...

Nobody can force a country to obey international law. So why do most countries follow it anyway? @sangeeta.bsky.social speaks with @juttabrunnee.bsky.social of @uoftlaw.bsky.social about why international law works — even when the headlines make it seem otherwise.

Elon Musk calls empathy “the fundamental weakness of Western civilization.” Psychologist @paulbloomatyale.bsky.social tells Eric Bombicino that many critics of empathy have no problem appealing to it — when it's for causes they support. Full conversation: youtu.be/seh4O0_UQzg?...

"Paris has its Eiffel Tower; New York its Empire State Building…they all must yield supremacy to the pride of Ontario, the CN Tower.” https://www.tvo.org/article/how-the-cn-towers-opening-changed-toronto-50-years-ago-today

Ontario’s art history doesn't only live inside museums. TVO is developing a new series that looks beyond traditional spaces to highlight significant art stories from across the province. We need your help to make it possible. Until July 20, donations are matched up to $100,000: supportart.tvo.me

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(MIS)Treated has been greenlit for season 2. @namshine.bsky.social and guests explored women’s health — from fibroids and PCOS to libido — and the history shaping care today. Final episode drops next week: why women’s pain is still dismissed. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/m...

Big news from #BANFF2026! Comedian Mae Martin will narrate Hare of High Park, a new preschool series from TVOkids and Little Engine Moving Pictures inspired by Toronto's High Park. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/mae-martin-narrate-preschool-1236621865/

Should kids be banned from social media? Katrina Champion (@sydney.edu.au) tells @jeyantvo.bsky.social what early evidence from Australia’s under‑16 ban shows, and whether those lessons apply in Ontario.

National Indigenous History Month invites us to deepen our understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures and contributions. This month’s artwork was created with Anishinaabe artist, author and illustrator Bridget George, whose work celebrates story and community. Explore: tvo.me/indigenous-h...

TVO podcasts “Me + Viv” and “Arachnid” have been recognized at the 2026 New York Festivals Radio Awards. “Me + Viv” earned Silver in Technology Podcast, while “Arachnid” received Bronze in Social Justice Podcast. Congratulations to both teams! 🎉 Read more: tvo.me/tvo-today-po...

Celebrate #PrideMonth with a collection of programming and learning resources from TVOkids, TVO Learn and TVO Docs. This year’s artwork was created with Toronto artist and illustrator Tim Singleton, whose work explores queerness, surrealism and pop culture. Explore collection: tvo.me/pride-month/

Climate Solutions Reporting Award Finalist Spotlight: The @wearetvo.bsky.social's The Thread w/ Nam Kiwanuka team was shortlisted for “Extreme Weather:” the alarming rise in extreme weather events & their devastating effects on Ontario through first-person story, scientific research & solutions. /1

TVO is proud to announce seven award wins at the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards! Congratulations to the creators, producers, performers, and teams behind this year’s recognized work! ✨ Read the full statement: tvo.me/tvo-earns-se... #CSA #CanadianScreenAwards

Today is #OntarioDay a time to reflect on the people, communities and shared histories that continue to shape the province we call home. Explore TVO Learn’s new Ontario Day collection: bit.ly/4vmT3v5 Stream free documentaries about Ontario: bit.ly/4dVPlS1

It’s also impossible to stand in this space without thinking of TVO’s incredible cinematic legacy. From Elwy Yost hosting ‘Magic Shadows’ at 7:30 p.m. to that trippy Harry Forbes theme song, so much Ontario media history started right here. #PublicBroadcasting (3/3)

Doors Open stop #2… TVO’s William Davis Studio! This place is a total treasure trove of Ontario public broadcasting history—home to both the animate and inanimate icons of the TVO canon. #TVO #Polkaroo (1/3)

TVO is developing a new series that reveals significant stories from Ontario’s art history, & makes them accessible to audiences across the province, but it can only happen with your support. Donations are matched up to $100,000, doubling your impact. Support the series today: bit.ly/42PGKLD

Happening now: #DoorsOpen at TVO! Come take a behind-the-scenes look at our studios and spend the day with us!

Ontario Day is observed each June 1, recognizing Ontarians’ contributions to Canada. Across urban, rural, northern, Indigenous and newcomer communities, TVO helps bring stories that shape life across Ontario today. Explore TVO Learn’s Ontario Day collection: tvolearn.com/pages/celebr...

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Hot Docs Festival! 🎬 Four TVO Original documentaries screened at this year’s festival, with award wins for “Saigon Story” and “Nekai Walks.” Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on all the docs featured this year: https://www.youtube.com/@tvo

What do humans have in common with cockroaches & fruit flies? More than you might think: memories, preferences, even rudimentary personalities — Amelia Thomas, author of “What Sheep Think About the Weather,” tells @jeyantvo.bsky.social. Tonight 8pm | Producer: Preeti Bhuyan

CJF Hinton Award Finalist Spotlight: @namshine.bsky.social with Chantale Dahmer, Ali Zaidi and Diego A. Garcia of @wearetvo.bsky.social, was shortlisted for the episode examining non-consensual deepfakes targeting girls, featuring Toronto students’ experiences, expert insights, legal gaps, policing-

TVO is opening its studio doors for Doors Open Toronto 2026, and you’re invited! On May 23 and 24, guests can explore the newly renovated studio, join interactive experiences, and see what it takes to put shows on the air. Learn more: tvo.me/tvo-opens-it...

TVO today announced that Vanessa Case has joined as Vice President, Media, reporting to CEO Pary Bell. Ms. Case will be the executive steward of TVO’s programming and editorial strategy across broadcast and digital ecosystems. Read the full statement: tvo.me/tvo-announce...

Calling all Ontario educators! 📚 TVO Learn is hosting two upcoming webinars on Ontario’s new Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement. Register today: Grade 10 Financial Literacy, French May 12 at 4 p.m. ET: bit.ly/4uh3yzR Grade 10 Financial Literacy May 13 at 4 p.m. ET: bit.ly/4nqRuJK

Congratulations to (MIS)Treated and @namshine.bsky.social. The podcast has received its first award nomination from @rtdna.bsky.social Canada for Best Podcast (Central Region). Also congratulations to The Thread team on its Investigative Excellence nod. rtdnacanada.com/rtdna-canada...

Ontario wants more jails, but will that improve public safety? Lee Chapelle (Canadian Prison Consulting) says any expansion must include rehab, mental‑health care, and supports after release. At 8pm with Mackenzie Plumb (@uottawa.ca) and @jeyantvo.bsky.social | Producer: @colinellis81.bsky.social

How important is the Strait of Hormuz? Unravelled explores what it means for shipping to be halted in the region and why that has such immediate and serious consequences.

TVO today announced that Jeremy Dupuis has joined as Vice President, Growth, reporting to CEO Pary Bell. Mr. Dupuis will be the executive steward of TVO’s growth and self generated revenue strategy. Read the full statement: tvo.me/tvo-welcomes...

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...