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A New Start (Degrassi High)
"A New Start" is the two-part premiere episode of the Canadian teen drama series ''Degrassi High''. It aired on CBC Television, CBC in its hour-long form on 6 November 1989 and on PBS in the United States on 13 January 1990. The episode was written by Yan Moore and directed by Kit Hood. It is the first of three episodes of ''Degrassi'' that depict abortion, followed by 2003's "Accidents Will Happen (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Accidents Will Happen" from ''Degrassi: The Next Generation'' and 2017's "#IRegretNothing" from ''Degrassi: Next Class''. In the episode, which revisits the cast of ''Degrassi Junior High'' as they begin high school, Erica Farrell (Angela Deiseach) discovers she is pregnant following a summer romance and contemplates an abortion and her anti-abortion twin sister Heather (Maureen Deiseach) becomes torn on supporting her. In the sub-plot, Joey Jeremiah (Pat Mastroianni), Archie "Snake" Simpson (Stefan Brogren) and Derek "Wheels" Wheeler (Neil Hope) are h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Degrassi High
''Degrassi High'' is a Canadian teen drama television series created by Linda Schuyler and Kit Hood. It is the third entry in the '' Degrassi'' franchise and the direct continuation of '' Degrassi Junior High'', and was broadcast on the CBC from 6 November 1989 to 18 February 1991. The series follows the lives of those attending the titular fictional school. It addresses a variety of topics, ranging from mundane coming-of-age dilemmas to serious and controversial topics such as abortion, cancer, suicide and HIV/AIDS. It was filmed entirely on-location in Toronto, with the Centennial College Story Arts Centre used as the school. The series was critically acclaimed, with particular praise afforded to the series premiere, " A New Start", which portrayed abortion. A small controversy arose involving the episode when PBS removed a scene of anti-abortion protesters against the wishes of Hood and Schuyler. The show received six awards, including a Prix Jeunesse and four Chris Awards ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paley Center
The Paley Center for Media, formerly the Museum of Television & Radio (MT&R) and the Museum of Broadcasting, founded in 1975 by William S. Paley, is an American cultural institution in New York City with a branch office in Los Angeles. It is dedicated to the discussion of the cultural, creative, and social significance of television, radio, and emerging platforms for the professional community and media-interested public. It was renamed the Paley Center for Media on June 5, 2007, to encompass emerging broadcasting technologies such as the Internet, mobile video, and podcasting, as well as to expand its role as a neutral setting where media professionals can engage in discussion and debate about the evolving media landscape. Locations New York In 1975 the original Museum of Broadcasting was founded with a gift by William S. Paley of US$2 million (equivalent to $ million in ). It opened in Manhattan on November 9, 1976, occupying two floors in an office building at 1 East 5 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linda Schuyler
Linda Schuyler (; née Bawcutt; born February 12, 1948) is a Canadian television producer. She is best known for being the co-creator and producer of the ''Degrassi'' franchise, which has spanned five series over four decades. She is a co-founder of Playing With Time, Inc. (with Kit Hood), and Epitome Pictures (with Stephen Stohn), the production companies involved with the franchise over its 40-year-long history respectively. Born in London, Schuyler immigrated to Canada with her family in the 1950s. As a school teacher, she began creating short films, and formed a creative partnership with television commercial editor Kit Hood. In 1979, Schuyler purchased the rights to adapt the Kay Chorao book ''Ida Makes A Movie'' into a film, of which ultimately became the genesis of ''Degrassi''. Schuyler also created ''Instant Star'', another commercially successful Epitome production. Schuyler has received multiple awards and accolades for her work. In 1994, she was made a Member of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Toronto Star
The ''Toronto Star'' is a Canadian English-language broadsheet daily newspaper. It is owned by Toronto Star Newspapers Limited, a subsidiary of Torstar Corporation and part of Torstar's Daily News Brands division. The newspaper was established in 1892 as the ''Evening Star'' and was later renamed the ''Toronto Daily Star'' in 1900, under Joseph E. Atkinson. Atkinson was a major influence in shaping the editorial stance of the paper, with the paper reflecting his principles until his death in 1948. His son-in-law, Harry C. Hindmarsh, shared those principles as the paper's longtime managing editor while also helping to build circulation with sensational stories, bold headlines and dramatic photos. The paper was renamed the ''Toronto Star'' in 1971 and introduced a Sunday edition in 1977. History The ''Star'' was created in 1892 by striking '' Toronto News'' printers and writers, led by future mayor of Toronto and social reformer Horatio Clarence Hocken, who became the newsp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Christine Nelson
Christine "Spike" Nelson is a fictional character from the ''Degrassi'' teen drama franchise. Portrayed by Amanda Stepto, Spike appeared throughout ''Degrassi Junior High'' (1987–1989)'', Degrassi High'' (1989–1991), and the first nine seasons of '' Degrassi: The Next Generation'' (2001–2010). Starting as an unnamed extra before being given a name and storyline, Spike's character largely revolves around her teenage pregnancy and motherhood. She becomes pregnant in the first season of ''Degrassi Junior High'', and the second season shows the pregnancy's impact on her relationships and education; her relationship with boyfriend Shane McKay (Bill Parrott) is strained, and the PTA has her removed from Degrassi for setting a "bad example". After giving birth to Emma by the third season, Spike is supported with monthly child support payments, which stop when Shane withholds one to attend a concert where he falls off a bridge, landing him in a coma. By ''Degrassi High'', Spike uns ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Canadian Press
The Canadian Press (CP; , ) is a Canadian national news agency headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. Established in 1917 as a vehicle for Canadian newspapers to exchange news and information, The Canadian Press has been a privately-held company, private, Nonprofit organization, not-for-profit cooperative owned and operated by its member newspapers for most of its history. In mid-2010, however, it announced plans to become a business, for-profit business owned by three media companies once certain conditions were met. Over the years, The Canadian Press and its affiliates have adapted to reflect changes in the Mass media, media industry, including technological changes and the growing demand for 24-hour news cycle, rapid news updates. It currently offers a wide variety of text, audio, photographic, video, and graphic content to websites, radio, television, and commercial clients in addition to newspapers and its longstanding ally, the Associated Press (AP), a global news service based ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maureen McKay
Maureen McKay (born 1971) is a Canadian television former actress who played Michelle Accette on ''Degrassi Junior High'' and ''Degrassi High''. She starred in a few ''Degrassi'' episodes and made a few other television and film appearances, but no longer acts. She is a 1995 graduate of the University of Toronto and received an LL.B. from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1999. She articled with Pallett Valo, LLP, and is now in solo practice, still in Toronto Toronto ( , locally pronounced or ) is the List of the largest municipalities in Canada by population, most populous city in Canada. It is the capital city of the Provinces and territories of Canada, Canadian province of Ontario. With a p ... under the name McKay Legal. References External links McKay Legal webpage Living people Canadian television actresses 1970s births Canadian lawyers Osgoode Hall Law School alumni Year of birth missing (living people) {{Canada-tv-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dayo Ade
Dayo Ade (born 1972) is a Canadian actor who is best known for his role as Bryant Lester Thomas "BLT" in the ''Degrassi'' television franchise, appearing in ''Degrassi Junior High'' (1987–89) and '' Degrassi High'' (1989–91). Ade has had numerous film and television appearances, most notably playing the role of Mel Boyd in the CBC sitcom '' Workin' Moms''. Biography He was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved with his family to Toronto, Ontario, Canada at an early age. He played Bryant Lester "BLT" Thomas in ''Degrassi Junior High'' and '' Degrassi High''. He appeared as nurse Leo Beckett on the CBC Television series '' Cracked''. He voiced as Hunter Hakka in Starlink: Battle for Atlas. He also had guest appearances in the '' Star Trek: Enterprise'' episode " Borderland", in the '' Alias'' episode "The Awful Truth", in the '' Scrubs'' episode " My Malpractical Decision", and in the ''Charmed'' episode " We're Off to See the Wizard". He appeared in the '' Lost'' episodes " Wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sara Ballingall
Sara Ballingall (born 13 July 1973) is a Canadian former actress. She is best known for playing Melanie Brodie in the teen drama television series ''Degrassi Junior High'' and ''Degrassi High''. Acting career On ''Degrassi'', Ballingall played the role of Melanie Brodie, a "skinny schoolgirl with crooked teeth" who had romantic feelings towards Archie "Snake" Simpson, played by Stefan Brogren. She was named a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador is an official postnominal honorific title, title of authority, legal status, and job description assigned to those goodwill ambassadors and activists, advocates who are designated by the United Nations. The UNICEF, ... along with her co-stars in April 1989. Ballingall left the series in 1990. References Sources * {{DEFAULTSORT:Ballingall, Sara 1973 births Actresses from Toronto Canadian television actresses Living people UNICEF goodwill ambassadors ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Caitlin Ryan (Degrassi)
Caitlin Ryan is a fictional character from the ''Degrassi'' teen drama franchise. Portrayed by Stacie Mistysyn, Caitlin is a main character on both ''Degrassi Junior High'' and ''Degrassi High'', which chronicle her maturation from a seventh grader to a high school graduate. Mistysyn returned to play an adult Caitlin on '' Degrassi: The Next Generation'', in which Caitlin was a recurring character. Mistysyn won a Gemini Award for her portrayal of the character in 1989. Development Mistysyn's history with the ''Degrassi'' franchise predates ''Degrassi Junior High''. She was taking dance lessons when she received a flyer advertising auditions for ''The Kids Of Degrassi Street.'' Unaware of what to wear to the audition, Mistysyn auditioned in shorts and a tank top; she believed that this helped her in the process because the producers "were looking for kids just being kids". In that series, Mistysyn played a character named Lisa Canard. When production began on Junior High in 198 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stacie Mistysyn
Stacie Moana Mistysyn (born July 23, 1971) is an American and Canadian actress who is best known for her role as Caitlin Ryan throughout multiple incarnations of the ''Degrassi'' teen drama franchise, from ''Degrassi Junior High'' through '' Degrassi: The Next Generation''. She previously played Lisa Canard in ''The Kids of Degrassi Street'' from 1982 to 1986. She won a Gemini Award for ''Degrassi Junior High'' in 1989 and was nominated in 1987 and 1990. She was also named in a Young Artist Award for Outstanding Young Ensemble Cast nomination in 1990. Biography Mistysyn was born in Los Angeles to American parents, and was raised in Toronto. As of 2005, she had dual American and Canadian citizenship, but considered herself Canadian. She auditioned for ''The Kids of Degrassi Street'' at the age of 10 after coming across an audition flyer at her school. She played the role of Lisa Canard from 1982 to 1986, when development began on ''Degrassi Junior High'', where she opted to p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Siluck Saysanasy
Siluck Saysanasy (born January 30, 1974) is a Laotian-Canadian television actor. Saysanasy is best known for playing Yick Yu, a character in the ''Degrassi'' series. He went to high school at Vaughan Road Academy in Toronto, Ontario, in the Interact program. One of his real-life best friends is Pat Mastroianni, who played Joey Jeremiah on ''Degrassi''. Since 2002, Saysanasy has worked as an assistant director on shows such as '' Degrassi: The Next Generation'', ''The Strain'', ''Designated Survivor'', and ''Shadowhunters''. Acting filmography * '' The Peanut Butter Solution'' (1985).... Connie * ''Degrassi Junior High'' (1987) TV Series .... Yick Yu * ''Degrassi High'' (1989) TV Series .... Yick Yu * ''Degrassi Talks'' (1992).... Himself * '' School's Out'' (1992) (TV) .... Yick Yu * ''Cagney & Lacey ''Cagney & Lacey'' is an American police procedural drama television series that aired on the CBS television network for seven seasons from March 25, 1982, to May 16, 198 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
