24th Annual Gemini Awards Conclude with Star-studded Broadcast Gala in Calgary
Calgary, AB – November 14, 2009 – The 24th Annual Gemini Awards concluded this evening with the Broadcast Gala, a glitzy event held at the historic BMO Centre, Stampede Corral in Calgary, Alberta. Hosted by award-winning comedian Ron James, a total of 17 awards were presented including those for Best Comedy Program or Series and Best Dramatic Series. The gala, broadcast on Global and Showcase, also included special tributes to Corner Gas, Royal Canadian Air Farce, and Trailer Park Boys for their outstanding and enduring contributions to the Canadian television industry.
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Iconic Canadian Comedy Series to recieve Special Gemini Tributes + read more
TORONTO, November 10, 2009 – Canwest and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television will proudly pay tribute to three Canadian comedic television gems at the 24th Annual Gemini Awards.
This Saturday, November 14 – 9pm ET/PT on Global and Showcase (please check local listings), the Gemini Awards will salute Corner Gas, Royal Canadian Air Farce and Trailer Park Boys for their outstanding and enduring contributions to the Canadian television industry. Having recently wrapped their final seasons, the Academy will honour these influential comedies with a special look back at their funniest moments on-air. Cast members from each show will be on hand to accept their award.
Adding to the list of previously announced Gemini presenters, such as Cory Monteith (Glee), Rick Mercer (The Rick Mercer Report), Hugh Dillon (FlashPoint), Jessica Lucas (Melrose Place), Erin Karpluk (Being Erica), George Stroumboulopoulos (The Hour), Amber Marshall & Graham Wardle (Heartland) and Mark McKinney (Less Than Kind), the Academy is thrilled to announce another round of celebrities presenting at this year’s gala, including Arlene Dickinson and W. Brett Wilson (Dragon’s Den), Brandon Firla and Zaib Shaikh (Little Mosque on the Prairie), Gabrielle Miller (Corner Gas) and Alex Lifeson of Rush.
**Tickets to the 2009 Gemini Awards are available for $10.50 at www.ticketmaster.ca**
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24th Annual Gemini Awards Broadcast Gala to Feature Appearances from Canada’s Top TV Talent + read more
Toronto, ON – October 29, 2009 – The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television today announced the first round of presenters for the 24th Annual Gemini Awards Broadcast Gala, taking place Saturday November 14 at the historic BMO Centre, Stampede Corral in Calgary, Alberta. Hosted by award-winning comedian Ron James, the event will be broadcast live on Global and Showcase at 9pm ET/PT. Public tickets are now available for purchase at www.ticketmaster.ca.
The lineup of Award Presenters includes:
- Hugh Dillon - Flashpoint
- Erin Karpluk - Being Erica
- Jessica Lucas - Melrose Place
- Amber Marshall and Graham Wardle - Heartland
- Mark McKinney – Less Than Kind
- Rick Mercer – The Rick Mercer Report
- Cory Monteith - Glee
- George Stroumboulopoulos – The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos
Presenters at this year’s show will be invited to visit the exclusive 2009 Gemini Gift Lounge, featuring homegrown products from Calgary and surrounding area.
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The 24th Annual Gemini Awards Industry Galas Conclude with Comedy, Drama and Variety Winners + read more
Toronto, ON – October 20, 2009 – The 24th Annual Gemini Awards Industry Galas concluded tonight at The Sound Academy in Toronto, Ontario with the presentation of awards in the Comedy, Drama, and Variety categories. Hosted by Ennis Esmer (CTV’s The Listener) and Zoie Palmer (Global’s The Guard), 19 awards were presented; additional winners in these categories were announced earlier this evening. The 24th Annual Gemini Awards will conclude with the Broadcast Gala on Saturday November 14 at the BMO Centre, Stampede Corral in Calgary, Alberta. Hosted by award-winning comedian Ron James, the event will be broadcast on Global and Showcase at 9pm ET/PT.
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Gemini Award Winners in Children’s and Youth, Comedy, Drama, and Variety Categories Announced + read more
Toronto, ON – October 20, 2009 – The 24th Annual Gemini Awards Industry Galas continued their celebration of this year’s winners, presenting awards in the Children’s and Youth, Comedy, Drama, and Variety categories tonight at The Sound Academy in Toronto, Ontario. Hosted by Ennis Esmer (CTV’s The Listener) and Zoie Palmer (Global’s The Guard), a total of 24 awards were presented; additional winners in these categories will be announced later this evening. The 24th Annual Gemini Awards will conclude with the Broadcast Gala on Saturday November 14 at the BMO Centre, Stampede Corral in Calgary, Alberta. Hosted by award-winning comedian Ron James, the event will be broadcast on Global and Showcase at 9pm ET/PT.
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The Gemini Awards Celebrate Documentary and Lifestyle Winners + read more
The best of Documentary and Lifestyle television were celebrated tonight at the first of two Gemini Awards Industry Gala evenings. Hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, a total of 26 awards were presented at The Sound Academy in Toronto, Ontario. Winners in the News and Sports categories were announced earlier this evening; winners in Drama, Children’s and Youth, Comedy, and Variety categories will be announced on Tuesday October 20.
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The Gemini Awards Celebrate News and Sports Winners + read more
The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television kicked off the Gemini Awards Industry Galas tonight at The Sound Academy in Toronto, Ontario. Hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, a total of 18 awards were presented in the News and Sports categories. Winners in the Documentary and Lifestyle categories will be announced later this evening; winners in Drama, Children’s and Youth, Comedy, and Variety categories will be announced on Tuesday October 20.
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Comedian Ron James Goes to ‘Wild Rose Country’ to Host Geminis + read more
Hailed by critics nationwide, award-winning comedian, Ron James (“The Ron James Show”), has consistently sold out theatres across the country with his marathon, side-splitting, kinetically charged performances. With a comedian’s eye for satire and a poet’s ear for language, Ron cuts a wide swath through contemporary culture with a razor sharp wit and machine-gun delivery, making him a stand-out among stand-up performers.
Public tickets are now available for the 2009 Gemini Awards Gala ceremony. Fans can visit
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The 24th Annual Gemini Awards air on Global and Showcase
Saturday, November 14th – 9pm ET/PT from Calgary
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The 24th Annual Gemini Special Awards Announced + read more
The ACCT is proud to honour these individuals and their work which has, without question, influenced and impacted the careers of their colleagues and the industry at large. On behalf of the Academy membership, thank you and congratulations to this year's Special Awards recipients for their exceptional contributions to the ongoing success of the Canadian television industry.
- Academy Achievement Award – Allan King
- Canada Award – Club Native
- Earle Grey Award – Eric Peterson
- Gemini Humanitarian Award – Susan Hay
- Margaret Collier Award – Barbara Samuels
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About the Geminis: Frequently Asked Questions + read more
- What are the Gemini Awards?
- How long have the Gemini Awards been in existence?
- Who qualifies for this year's Awards?
- How many categories are there?
- How does a show or individual get nominated?
- Why do some shows get nominated and others don't?
- Who sits on the nominating juries?
- Who votes on each category?
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And the 24th Annual Gemini Nominees are... + read more
The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television is pleased to announce the nominations for the 24th Annual Gemini Awards, recognizing the year's best in Canadian English-language television. The 2009 Broadcast Gala will take place on Saturday November 14th in Calgary, Alberta and will be broadcast live on Global and Showcase.
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Calgary named Host City for 2009 Gemini Awards + read more
The Gemini Awards are coming to Calgary in November. The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (ACCT) along with broadcast partner, Canwest, the Government of Alberta, Tourism Calgary and Calgary Economic Development today announced Calgary, Alberta as the Host City for The Gemini Awards to be held Saturday, November 14, 2009. The Gemini Awards will be produced by Calgary-based production company Joe Media Group and broadcast nationwide on Global and Showcase.
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