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The Toronto Star – TV Critic Won’t Stay Quiet 54 viewsEntertainment section article from The Toronto Star dated October 12, 1981, featuring Jim Bawden’s column mentioning The Kids of Degrassi Street. Highlights include TV industry commentary, network criticism, and related entertainment news.
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The Expositor – Former Paris Woman’s Film to Air on CBC Sunday Night37 viewsArticle from The Expositor dated May 28, 1982, announcing the CBC broadcast of Nell Body’s a Suit, a film written for the For the Record series by Linda Seguin, daughter of the late Bernice Seguin. Mentions the cast and production details, including connections to The Kids of Degrassi Street.
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The Vancouver Sun – Festival to Show 117 Films from 22 Countries57 viewsArticle from The Vancouver Sun dated September 16, 1982, previewing the Pacific Cinematheque festival in Vancouver. Highlights include a mention of The Kids of Degrassi Street as part of the children’s programming, alongside international features and animated works.
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The Expositor – Special Screening Saturday for Film Series28 viewsArticle from The Expositor dated October 8, 1982, announcing a special screening in Brantford that includes The Kids of Degrassi Street as part of a children’s film series hosted by the Brantford Public Library and the Ontario Film Association. The piece features commentary from series creator Linda Schuyler about the show’s educational value and international reach.
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The Toronto Star – Rep(ertory) by Talent40 viewsArticle from The Toronto Star dated October 16, 1982, profiling Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood’s work with Playing With Time, Inc., the creators of The Kids of Degrassi Street. The piece discusses the production company’s approach to casting, its roots in documentary filmmaking, and its commitment to tackling serious social issues through children’s programming.
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Etobicoke Guardian – Special Screening of The Kids of Degrassi Street24 viewsListing from the Etobicoke Guardian dated January 12, 1983, announcing a children’s program at the Richview Library featuring a screening of The Kids of Degrassi Street. Part of a local community events calendar, the screening was scheduled for January 15 as family programming.
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Athol Daily News – Films for Children26 viewsArticle from the Athol Daily News dated April 1, 1983, listing children’s programming at the Athol Public Library. The program included a screening of The Kids of Degrassi Street along with other short films as part of the library’s family entertainment offerings.
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The Toronto Star – Finally, Good Family Drama in Prime Time39 viewsColumn by Michele Landsberg from The Toronto Star dated April 28, 1983, praising CBC’s family programming, including The Kids of Degrassi Street. The article highlights the show’s authenticity, relatable storytelling, and strong performances, positioning it as a standout in children’s television.
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The Toronto Star – The Kids of Degrassi Street Screening40 viewsListing from The Toronto Star dated August 16, 1983, in the “Leisure Line” section, announcing a screening of The Kids of Degrassi Street at the Mississauga Central Library. The event was part of the library’s community film programming.
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The Toronto Star – CBC Gives Kids an Alternative to Wet T-Shirts46 viewsColumn by Jim Bawden from The Toronto Star dated October 12, 1983, discussing CBC’s after-school programming for children. Highlights include The Kids of Degrassi Street and other family-friendly shows aimed at offering educational and meaningful entertainment as an alternative to low-quality TV content.
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North Bay Nugget – Ordinary Children Employed in Award-Winning CBC Series22 viewsArticle from the North Bay Nugget dated November 2, 1983, featuring Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood of Playing With Time, Inc., producers of The Kids of Degrassi Street. The piece discusses the show’s casting of ordinary children from Toronto neighborhoods, its working-class setting, and the creators’ approach to authentic storytelling.
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The Expositor – Area Residents Given Chance of a Lifetime (Samantha Gets a Visitor Filming)36 viewsFeature article from The Expositor dated November 1, 1984, profiling Paris, Ontario residents John Palmer and Marg Deans, who played guest roles in The Kids of Degrassi Street episode “Samantha Gets a Visitor.” Produced in association with CBC, the award-winning series is noted for addressing children’s real-life challenges through relatable storytelling. The piece details the filming process, location work, and involvement of co-creator and producer Linda Schuyler, with behind-the-scenes insights and photo
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The Toronto Star – ‘Degrassi’ Lands Three-Part Docuseries34 viewsArticle from The Toronto Star dated December 8, 2023, announcing production on a three-part documentary chronicling the history of Degrassi. Commissioned by rights-holder WildBrain Ltd., the series will explore the show’s legacy, cultural impact, and fandom. Directed by Lisa Rideout, the documentary will feature key figures including Linda Schuyler, Sue Johanson, and cast from multiple eras, with archival footage dating back to The Kids of Degrassi Street.
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Red Deer Advocate – Degrassi Lands Three-Part Docuseries36 viewsBrief news item from the Red Deer Advocate dated December 7, 2023, announcing a three-part documentary chronicling the history of Degrassi. Produced by WildBrain Ltd. and directed by Lisa Rideout, the project will explore the series’ legacy, behind-the-scenes stories, and interviews with cast, crew, and fans. The article highlights the show’s origins with The Kids of Degrassi Street in 1979 and its evolution through Degrassi Junior High, Degrassi High, and Degrassi: The Next Generation, noting its cultural influence over four decades.
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The Vancouver Sun – Degrassi Shows Land on Prime Video22 viewsArticle from The Vancouver Sun dated July 4, 2023, announcing that The Kids of Degrassi Street, Degrassi Junior High, Degrassi High, Degrassi: The Next Generation, Degrassi: Next Class, and the documentary School’s Out are now streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Canada. The report highlights the enduring popularity of the franchise, which began with The Kids of Degrassi Street in 1979, created by Linda Schuyler.
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The Toronto Star – ‘Young Cast Kept Us on Point’54 viewsFeature from The Toronto Star dated April 8, 2023, spotlighting Degrassi co-creator Linda Schuyler and her memoir The Mother of All Degrassi. Schuyler reflects on her journey from launching The Kids of Degrassi Street in 1979 to producing later entries like Degrassi Junior High, Degrassi High, Degrassi: The Next Generation, and Degrassi: Next Class. The piece highlights her commitment to authenticity, the challenges of working with young actors, and the cultural impact of the Degrassi franchise.
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Concord Monitor – HBO Max Scraps Planned Degrassi Reboot34 viewsArticle from Concord Monitor dated November 27, 2022, reporting that HBO Max has canceled its planned new Degrassi series before production began. The piece notes that the series had been announced earlier that year and was expected to center on a new generation of students and teachers at the iconic Degrassi school. It also highlights the availability of all 14 seasons of past Degrassi series on HBO Max, including The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979–86), Degrassi Junior High (1987–89), Degrassi High (1989–91
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Valley News – HBO Max Cancels Planned Degrassi Revival36 viewsArticle from Valley News dated November 27, 2022, noting that HBO Max has canceled its planned new Degrassi series before it went into production. The piece states that the project had been slated to follow a new generation of students and teachers at Degrassi school but was halted after Warner Bros. Discovery’s merger. It also recaps the franchise’s history, from The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979–86) to Degrassi Junior High (1987–89), Degrassi High (1989–91), and Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–15).
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Republican and Herald – HBO Max Ends Plans for New Degrassi Series20 viewsArticle from Republican and Herald dated November 27, 2022, reporting that HBO Max has dropped its planned Degrassi reboot before production began. The series was intended to focus on a new generation of students and teachers at Degrassi school. The piece recounts the history of the franchise, from The Kids of Degrassi Street (1979–86) to Degrassi Junior High (1987–89), Degrassi High (1989–91), and Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001–15).
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National Post – All About Elwy: Filmmaker pays loving tribute to the host with the most in Magic Shadows: Elwy Yost: A Life in Movies29 viewsArticle from the National Post dated November 27, 2021, profiling Elwy Yost, beloved host of TVOntario’s Saturday Night at the Movies and Magic Shadows. Written by Chris Knight, the piece reviews Karen Shopsowitz’s documentary Magic Shadows: Elwy Yost: A Life in Movies, reflecting on Yost’s career, influence on Canadian cinema culture, and personal warmth. Includes mention of his interviews, love of classic films, and lasting legacy, with reference to The Kids of Degrassi Street in the context of Canadian m
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National Post – All About Elwy: Filmmaker pays loving tribute to the host with the most in Magic Shadows: Elwy Yost: A Life in Movies46 viewsArticle from the National Post dated November 27, 2021, profiling Elwy Yost, beloved host of TVOntario’s Saturday Night at the Movies and Magic Shadows. Written by Chris Knight, the piece reviews Karen Shopsowitz’s documentary Magic Shadows: Elwy Yost: A Life in Movies, reflecting on Yost’s career, influence on Canadian cinema culture, and personal warmth. Includes mention of his interviews, love of classic films, and lasting legacy, with reference to The Kids of Degrassi Street in the context of Canadian m
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Saturday October 20 – Prime Time Television Listings (The Globe and Mail)3 viewsPrime time television listings page from The Globe and Mail dated Saturday, October 20, 1979. The page documents Canadian broadcast schedules and includes listings referencing programming connected to the School of Experimental Education, with mention of Linda Schuyler, alongside films, sports, and international television content airing that evening.
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“The movie maker” – Linda Schuyler Feature Article1 viewsFeature article from The Expositor highlighting Linda Schuyler and her early film and educational media work in Toronto. The piece discusses her involvement in youth-focused productions and projects connected to the School of Experimental Education, documenting early stages of what would later evolve into the Degrassi franchise.
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