Government of Alberta:
"As Minister responsible for the arts and culture in Alberta, it is my pleasure to welcome everyone to the City of Calgary and to the 24th Annual Gemini Awards. Alberta is home to some of the most talented people in the television industry, and I am extremely pleased that our province, for the first time, is hosting these illustrious awards. Television can break our hearts, make us laugh and illuminate our minds - sometimes all in the span of 30 minutes. The medium of television is constantly changing, and I want to recognize all of this year’s Gemini recipients for their hard work, innovation and contribution to Canada’s creative landscape. Enjoy the festivities!"

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Telefilm Canada:
"Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian productions that appeal to domestic and international audiences. The Corporation also administers the funding programs of the Canadian Television Fund and we are proud to work with our partners to promote these high quality productions."

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Canadian Television Fund:
"On behalf of the Canadian Television Fund, I would like to congratulate this year's Geminis winners and nominees and to thank the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television for providing the industry with this annual opportunity to celebrate our successes. Eighty of the shows nominated for Gemini Awards this year were created with financial support from the CTF! As we transform, next year, into the Canada Media Fund, we remain committed to supporting the creation of successful, innovative, Canadian content for digital platforms."

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Canwest:
"The Gemini Awards is a wonderful time to celebrate the industry as a whole, along with the outstanding achievements of the amazing individuals within," said Barbara Williams, Executive Vice President of Content, Canwest Broadcasting. "As always, it's an honour for Canwest to be on board as the official broadcaster via Global and Showcase. Special thanks to the beautiful host city of Calgary and congratulations to all the 2009 nominees - here's to a spectacular year, and to the many more to come."

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Zip.ca:
"To be able to host and sponsor the Academy's voting process for the third year in a row is a real honour. As a Canadian company, it gives Zip.ca an excellent opportunity to showcase our strengths while helping to promote and recognize Canadian talent and achievements. Zip.ca is equally proud of the wide selection of home grown content we offer our customers, and look forward to offering more Gemini Award winning titles to our members."

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Citytv:
"Citytv is pleased to be a part of the 24th annual Gemini awards honouring the biggest talents in our industry. Congratulations to the Academy and to all of the nominees on your vast contributions to the Canadian television landscape and beyond."

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CTV:
"Canadian and international audiences continue to embrace our homegrown hits. The Canadian creative community’s unprecedented success represents a galvanizing historic moment in the evolution of our business. A heartfelt congratulations to all Gemini nominees."

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Tourism Calgary
"With a burgeoning film and television industry in both our city and throughout the province, the timing couldn’t be better for Calgary to be chosen as host city of the prestigious 2009 Gemini Awards. We’re thrilled to welcome all Gemini guests to Calgary – consecutively named the most cultured city in Canada for two years in a row. As an accomplished host of world-class events and an international four-season destination, I encourage you to explore, experience and enjoy all that Calgary has to offer."

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CBC Television:
"It has been a tremendous year for Canadian television, with Canadian programs succeeding at home-and around the world-like never before. The CBC, as Canada's national public broadcaster, is proud to be a part of this success. The CBC is also proud to continue its longstanding relationship with the Geminis, which recognize and celebrate remarkable achievements in Canadian television."

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City of Calgary:
"On behalf of City Council and all Calgarians it is a pleasure to welcome you to the 24th Annual Gemini Awards. Our red carpet is ready to showcase Canada’s television industry, to recognize our best and to shine a spot light on our local scene and some of our stars. Congratulations to Gemini nominees. The talent and skill within the industry, ignited by creativity and commitment, provide a shared cultural experience for all. I invite you to explore our dynamic city, embrace our friendly brand of hospitality and take in our majestic surroundings. Enjoy the festivities and Calgary."

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INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION FUND:
"The annual Gemini Awards allow us to celebrate the amazing accomplishments of those working to create outstanding Canadian television for national and international audiences. Here, both fans and those in the industry can honour those talents who make it all possible. Our congratulations to all the nominees at this year's Gemini Awards!"

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PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP:
"PricewaterhouseCoopers is proud to support the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television as the official ballot accountants of the 24th Annual Gemini Awards. Congratulations to all of the nominees who have contributed to another year of excellence in Canadian television."

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Rogers Group of Funds:
"The Gemini Awards are an incredible opportunity to celebrate our successes within our industry and with the Canadian public. It is an important benchmark to acknowledge and honour our accomplishments and hard work. ‘The Rogers Group of Funds is proud to support the Gemini Awards and the Canadian independent television production industry."

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Calgary Economic Development:
"It’s a great opportunity for Calgary to host the 2009 Gemini Awards, in celebration of Canada’s excellence in television production. We look forward to welcoming our Canadian television colleagues and showcasing our city to the nation."

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