Toronto, Feb. 19, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TVO is proud to announce that TVO Original documentaries have been nominated in two of the most prestigious categories at the 2020 Canadian Screen Awards (CSAs): the Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary Program for The Invisible Heart, and the Ted Rogers Best Feature Length Documentary for Prey.
These documentaries are moving explorations of important issues—a sexual abuse survivor’s legal fight against the Catholic Church in Ontario (Prey), and Social Impact Bonds, which are one of the fastest growing social innovations in modern history (The Invisible Heart).
“I’m delighted to see these impactful documentaries singled out,” says John Ferri, vice president of current affairs and documentaries at TVO. “To be recognized in this way is a testament to the commitment of our team at TVO and to the passion and talent of our production partners who worked so hard to bring these stories to light.”
In children’s programming, TVOkids’ productions and TVOkids Originals Big Top Academy, It’s My Party!, Raven’s Quest, Super Mighty Makers, Dino Dana, PAW Patrol and Wild Kratts are nominated for 18 awards. These nominations are in major categories such as Best Children’s or Youth Fiction Program or Series, Best Pre-School Program or Series Best Animated Program or Series, and Best Performance (Children’s or Youth).
“The TVOkids team is so proud of our nominated producing partners,” says Marney Malabar, director of TVOkids. “We’re privileged to work with people who are committed to our vision for high-quality, educational programming that helps kids succeed in school and life.”
Among TVO and TVOkids’ nominations are two in digital categories—Best Production (Interactive) and Best Immersive Experience (Non-fiction). These nominations are exciting for TVO, as they speak to our position as a leader in digital learning.
All of TVO’s nominated programs can be streamed anytime on TVO.org or TVOkids.com.
Full List of TVO and TVOkids’ Canadian Screen Awards Nominations
TVO ORIGINALS NOMINATIONS
Donald Brittain Award for Best Social/Political Documentary Program
The Invisible Heart
Best Writing, Documentary
The Invisible Heart
Best Writing, Factual
Political Blind Date – “Indigenous Rights”
Ted Rogers Best Feature Length Documentary
Prey
Best Editing in a Feature Length Documentary
Prey
Best Production – Interactive
KENK: The Interactive Graphic Novel
Best Editing in a Feature Length Documentary
Propaganda: The Art of Selling Lies
TVOKIDS NOMINATIONS
Best Animated Program or Series
Wild Kratts
Best Pre-School Program or Series
Dino Dana
PAW Patrol
Best Children's or Youth Fiction Program or Series
Big Top Academy
Best Children's or Youth Non-Fiction Program or Series
It's My Party!
Raven’s Quest
Super Mighty Makers
Best Direction, Children's or Youth
Dino Dana – “Dino Zone”
It's My Party! – “Winter Solstice”
Best Direction, Animation
PAW Patrol – “Mighty Pups Super Paws: When Super Kitties Attack”
Wild Kratts – “The Real Ant Farm”
Best Writing, Children's or Youth
Dino Dana – “Dino Prints”
Best Sound, Animation
PAW Patrol – “Mighty Pups Super Paws: When Super Kitties Attack”
Wild Kratts – “The Real Ant Farm”
Best Visual Effects
Dino Dana – “Dino Territory / Prehistoric Predator”
Best Original Music, Animation
PAW Patrol – “Mighty Pups Super Paws: When Super Kitties Attack”
Best Performance, Children’s or Youth
Dino Dana
Best Immersive Experience (Non-fiction)
Dino Quest
ABOUT TVO
Since 1970, TVO has existed to ignite the potential in everyone through the power of learning. Through impactful digital education products, in-depth current affairs, thought-provoking TVO Original documentaries, and award-winning TVOkids content, we prepare Ontarians for success in school and life. As we mark our 50th year, TVO’s ongoing evolution as a modern digital learning and media organization prepares us to serve Ontarians for generations to come. TVO is funded primarily by the Province of Ontario, and is a registered charity supported by thousands of sponsors and donors. For more information, visit www.tvo.org and www.tvokids.com.