Join the industry for our 23rd annual celebration of excellence in Canada's English-language television. Over the course of four gala evenings, celebrities, television makers, supporters and broadcasters will unite to honour this year's most prominent productions in 96 craft, program and performance categories.

GEMINI AWARDS GALA
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2008
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GEMINI NEWS, SPORTS AND DOCUMENTARY GALA
MON. OCTOBER 20, 2008
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GEMINI LIFESTYLE, CHILDREN'S AND YOUTH GALA
TUE. OCTOBER 21, 2008
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GEMINI DRAMA, VARIETY AND COMEDY GALA
WED. OCTOBER 22, 2008
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History of the Geminis?


The purpose of creating a national television showcase is to assist the industry as a whole in building television audiences and public awareness, as well as an appreciation of Canadian production and talent. The Geminis celebrate excellence in Canadian English-language television, acknowledging our country's triumphs in 96 craft, program and performance award categories, in four gala presentations. Since its first broadcast in 1986, the event has grown in prominence and stature to become one of the most prestigious cultural events in Canada. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of the awards.

In January of each year, the Gemini Rules and Regulations booklets and the official Gemini Awards Entry Forms are sent to Academy members and related industry people across Canada. Through the Rules and Regulations Guide, developed by the Gemini Rules and Regulations Committee, any Canadian television production meeting the eligibility criteria may be entered for consideration. This year's entry qualifying period is for shows aired between May 1st, 2007 and April 30, 2008. Once a program has been entered it becomes an Official Entry of the Gemini Awards.

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