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*'' 5-4-3-2-Run'' (1988–1990)


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Acting Crazy ''Acting Crazy'' is a Canadian television game show. Hosted by Wayne Cox (who previously hosted ''Second Honeymoon'' and '' Talk About''), announced by Terry Reid and produced by Blair Murdoch, the show was shot at the U.TV studios in Vancouver ...
'' (1991–1994) *'' All About Faces'' (1971–1972) *'' Anything You Can Do'' (1971–1974) *'' Are You Smarter than a Canadian 5th Grader?'' (2007)


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Beat the Clock ''Beat the Clock'' is an American television game show that involves people trying to complete challenges to win prizes while faced with a time limit. The show was a creation of Mark Goodson-Bill Todman Productions. The show began on radio as ' ...
'' (1970–1974) *'' Because News'' (2015–present) *'' Beyond Reason'' (1977–1980) *''Bluff'' (1976–1977) *'' Bowling for Dollars'' (1960–2008) *'' Brain Battle'' (2007–2008) *''
Bumper Stumpers ''Bumper Stumpers'' is a Canadian game show in which two teams of two players competed to decipher letter puzzles presented as fictional vanity licence plates. The show was a joint production of Canada's Global Television Network and the Unit ...
'' (1987–1990)


C

*'' Cache Craze'' (2013–2014) *''
Cash Cab Cash Cab may refer to: * ''Cash Cab'' (British game show) * ''Cash Cab'' (American game show) * ''Cash Cab'' (Canadian game show) * ''Cash Cab'' (Japanese game show) * ''Cash Cab'' (Australian game show) {{disambiguation ...
'' (2008–present) *''
Chain Reaction A chain reaction is a sequence of reactions where a reactive product or by-product causes additional reactions to take place. In a chain reaction, positive feedback leads to a self-amplifying chain of events. Chain reactions are one way that sy ...
'' (1986–1991) *'' Clips'' (1992–1996) *''
Cooking for Love ''Cooking for Love'' was a dating game show hosted by Thea Andrews where three contestants battled to win the heart of the mystery date by preparing an impromptu dish to impress the mystery date. The chosen cook gets a date with the mystery dat ...
'' (2000) *''
Communicate Communication (from la, communicare, meaning "to share" or "to be in relation with") is usually defined as the transmission of information. The term may also refer to the message communicated through such transmissions or the field of inquir ...
'' (1966–1967) *'' Crossword Quiz'' (1952–1953)


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Deal or No Deal Canada ''Deal or No Deal Canada'' is the Canadian-English version of the show ''Deal or No Deal'', which premiered on February 4, 2007. The show ran on the Global Television Network, and lasted five episodes. The host of the U.S. version, Canadian-b ...
'' (2007) *''
Definition A definition is a statement of the meaning of a term (a word, phrase, or other set of symbols). Definitions can be classified into two large categories: intensional definitions (which try to give the sense of a term), and extensional definitio ...
'' (1974–1989) *''
Designer Superstar Challenge ''Designer Superstar Challenge'' also known simply as ''Superstar Challenge'' is a show hosted by Karen Bertelsen on HGTV Canada that has had four seasons. Similar to the American series '' HGTV Design Star'', the show features aspiring interior ...
'' (2003–2006) *'' Detective Quiz'' (1952) *'' Double Up'' (1974)


E

*'' Eye Bet'' (1971)


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Fighting Words Fighting words are written or spoken words intended to incite hatred or violence from their target. Specific definitions, freedoms, and limitations of fighting words vary by jurisdiction. The term ''fighting words'' is also used in a general ...
'' (1952–1962, 1970, 1982) *'' Flashback'' (1962–1968) *''Food For Thought'' (1989-1993) *'' Fort Boyard'' (1993–2001) *''
Front Page Challenge ''Front Page Challenge'' was a Canadian panel game about current events and history. Created by comedy writer/performer John Aylesworth (of the comedy team of Frank Peppiatt and John Aylesworth) and produced and aired by CBC Television, the se ...
'' (1957–1995) *''
Family Feud Canada ''Family Feud Canada'' is an English-language Canadian game show based on the American game show. It is hosted by actor and comedian Gerry Dee. On May 29, 2019, it was announced that an English-speaking version would air on CBC Television ...
'' (2019–present)


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Game Gurus ''Game Gurus'' is a Canadian game show that aired on YTV for one season from 2006 to 2007 where two families play variations of various board games. The TV series was taped in Mississauga, Ontario and hosted by Joseph Motiki.
'' (2007–2008) *''
Game On A game is a structured form of play, usually undertaken for entertainment or fun, and sometimes used as an educational tool. Many games are also considered to be work (such as professional players of spectator sports or games) or art (su ...
'' (1998–2000) *''Generation Gap'' (1989) *''Go'' (2002–2010) *'' Guess What'' (1983–1987) *''
Gutterball Alley ''Gutterball Alley'' is a Canadian television game show, which aired on The Comedy Network in 2001 and 2002.Joel Rubinoff, "What would you do for 50 bucks?; Local comedian has 'em bobbing for bull testicles on Comedy Network's Gutterball Alley". ...
'' (2001-2002)


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Handyman Superstar Challenge ''Handyman Superstar Challenge'' (also referred to as ''Superstar Handyman Challenge'' from the show's first season logo) is a television game show on HGTV Canada, hosted by Karen Bertelsen. The show seeks to find the best handyman in Canada, wit ...
'' (2006–present) *'' Headline Hunters'' (1972–1983)


I

*'' Ice Cold Cash'' (2012) *''If You Crave Chocolate Too'' (1987–?) *'' Inside the Box'' (2006–2008) *'' Instant Cash'' (2011–present) *'' It's Your Move'' (1964–1967, 1974–1979)


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'' (1985–1988) *'' Japanizi: Going, Going, Gong!'' (2013–2014) *''
The Joke's on Us ''The Joke's On Us!'' is a Canadian game show that aired from September 1983 to 1984. It was hosted by Monty Hall, joined by Sylvie Garant as assistant very early on in the run, with Sandy Hoyt as the show's announcer. Taped at Showline Milto ...
'' (1983–1984) *'' Just for Fun'' (1975–1976) *''
Just Like Mom ''Just Like Mom'' is a Canadian television game show which ran from 1980 to 1985 on CTV. A total of 595 episodes were taped at CFTO-TV Studios in the Toronto suburb of Scarborough, Ontario. It was hosted by Stephen Young during the show's fir ...
'' (1980–1985) *'' Just Like Mom and Dad'' (2018-2019)


K

*'' Kidstreet'' (1988–1992) *'' A Kin to Win'' (1961–1964)


L

*'' The Last Word'' (1989–1990) *''
Let's Make a Deal ''Let's Make a Deal'' (also known as ''LMAD'') is an American television musical comedy variety-game show that originated in the United States in 1963 and has since been produced in many countries throughout the world. The program was created an ...
'' (1980–1981) *''
Lingo Lingo, a contraction of language, often refers to jargon, but in a less formal or technical sense. Lingo may also refer to: Technology * Lingo (programming language), one of several unrelated programming languages * Lingo (VoIP Service operato ...
'' (1987–1988) *'' Live a Borrowed Life'' (1959–1962) *'' Love Handles'' (1996–1998) *'' Love Me, Love Me Not'' (1986–1987) *'' La Fureur'' (1998–2007)


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The Mad Dash ''The Mad Dash'' is a television game show created by Sidney M. Cohen (who hosted the pilot episode) which first appeared in 1978 on Canada's CTV network and ran until 1981. The series proved to be a family favourite based on Canada's BBM rating ...
'' (1978–1981) *''
Make a Match ''Make a Match'' was a Canadian game show television series which aired on CBC Television CBC Television (also known as CBC TV) is a Canadian English-language broadcast television network owned by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, th ...
'' (1954–1955) *'' Massive Monster Mayhem'' (2017–present) *''
Match Game ''Match Game'' is an American television panel game show that premiered on NBC in 1962 and has been revived several times over the course of the last six decades. The game features contestants trying to match answers given by celebrity panelis ...
'' (2012–present) *'' The Moneymakers'' (1969) *''Mr. and Mrs.'' (1963–1966)


N

*'' The New Liar's Club'' (1988–1989) *''
The New Quiz Kids ''The New Quiz Kids'' was a short-lived television series, based on the 1950s game show '' Quiz Kids''. Two separate seasons were produced in Canada in 1978-1979 by the Global Television Network in association with RKO Television and Columbia Pict ...
'' (1978–1979) *'' The Next Line'' (1991)


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Party Game Party games are games that are played at social gatherings to facilitate interaction and provide entertainment and recreation. Categories include (explicit) icebreaker, parlour (indoor), picnic (outdoor), and large group games.Frankel, Lillian; ...
'' (1970–1981) *'' Pay Cards!'' (1973–1975) *'' Pitfall'' (1981–1982) *'' Puppet People'' (1973–1975)


Q

*''Qubit'' (2009–2010)


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Reach for the Top ''Reach for the Top'' (also known simply as ''Reach'') is a Canadian academic quiz competition for high school students. In the past, it has also been a game show nationally broadcast on the CBC. Matches are currently aired online through Reach ...
'' (1961–1985)


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Second Honeymoon A honeymoon is a vacation taken by newlyweds immediately after their wedding, to celebrate their marriage. Today, honeymoons are often celebrated in destinations considered exotic or romantic. In a similar context, it may also refer to the phase ...
'' (1987–1988) *'' Showdown'' (1961–1962) *'' SmartAsk'' (2001–2004) *'' Spin Off'' (2013) *''
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'' (1986–1987) *''
Strategy Strategy (from Greek στρατηγία ''stratēgia'', "art of troop leader; office of general, command, generalship") is a general plan to achieve one or more long-term or overall goals under conditions of uncertainty. In the sense of the " a ...
'' (1969) *'' Super Pay Cards!'' (1981–1982) *'' The Superior Sex'' (1961) *''
Supermarket Sweep ''Supermarket Sweep'' is an American television game show. The format combines an ordinary team-based quiz show with the novel concept of a live, timed race through a supermarket. In the timed race, cameras follow the teams with shopping carts t ...
'' (1992–1995) *'' Superstar Hair Challenge'' (2007–present) *'' Supertown Challenge'' (1998–2000) *'' Surprise! It's Edible Incredible!'' (2004–2009, 2011)


T

*'' Take a Chance'' (1961–1965) *'' Take Your Choice'' (1960–1971) *'' Talk About'' (1989–1990) *''
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'' (1989–1991) *''
This Is the Law ''This Is the Law'' was a Canadian panel game show which aired on CBC Television from 1971 to 1976. It presented short, humorous vignettes supposedly set in various towns and cities across Canada which ran with musical accompaniment rather than ...
'' (1971–1976) *'' TimeChase'' (1997–1999) *''TimeShift Trivia'' (2008) *'' To Tell the Truth'' (1962–1964) *'' Twenty Questions'' (1961–1962)


U

*'' Uh Oh!'' (1997–2003) *''
University Challenge ''University Challenge'' is a British television quiz programme which first aired in 1962. ''University Challenge'' aired for 913 episodes on ITV from 21 September 1962 to 31 December 1987, presented by quizmaster Bamber Gascoigne. The BBC ...
'' (1970–1971)


V

*'' Video & Arcade Top 10'' (1991–2006)


W

*'' What on Earth?'' (1971–1975) *'' What's the Good Word?'' (1972–1976) *'' Who Knows?'' (1959) *'' Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Canadian Edition'' (2000) *''Wild Guess'' (1988) *'' Words and Music'' (1966–1967)


Y

*'' You Bet Your Ass'' (2005–2007)


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Zoink'd Zoink'd was a children's television game show that started on March 15, 2012, and ended on August 20, 2013, appearing on Canadian cable channel YTV. The show was produced by Pivotal Media in association with Nelvana, both based in Toronto. It was ...
'' (2012–2013)


See also

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List of French-language Canadian game shows The following is a list of French-language game shows that air and have aired in Canada (mainly in Quebec). 0–9 A *''À la Poursuite de Carmen Sandiego'' (1998–2001) (French-language version of '' Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego?'') *'' ...
* List of American game shows * List of British game shows *
List of Australian game shows The following is a list of game shows in Australia. Current shows Future shows Past shows Longest serving Australian game show hosts See also * List of Australian television series References {{reflist External links A Brief History ...
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Game show A game show is a genre of broadcast viewing entertainment (radio, television, internet, stage or other) where contestants compete for a reward. These programs can either be participatory or demonstrative and are typically directed by a host, ...
* List of international game shows *
List of television programs This is a list of television shows and articles. By genre or characteristic * Action series * Anthology series * Award shows * Children's television shows * List of animated television series * List of comedy television series * List of comed ...
* UKGameshows.com (a British website devoted to reviews and descriptions of game shows) *
Game Show Network Game Show Network (GSN) is an American basic cable channel owned by Sony Pictures Television. The channel's programming is primarily dedicated to game shows, including reruns of acquired game shows, along with new, first-run original and reviv ...
(an American television channel devoted to game shows) *
GameTV GameTV is a Canadian English language specialty channel owned by Anthem Sports & Entertainment. It currently broadcasts a mixture of game shows, reality competition series, and films. The channel was first launched in 2005 under the ownership of ...
(a
Canadian Canadians (french: Canadiens) are people identified with the country of Canada. This connection may be residential, legal, historical or cultural. For most Canadians, many (or all) of these connections exist and are collectively the source of ...
television channel devoted to game shows) * Challenge (a
British British may refer to: Peoples, culture, and language * British people, nationals or natives of the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, and Crown Dependencies. ** Britishness, the British identity and common culture * British English ...
television channel devoted to game shows) *
Nickelodeon GAS Nickelodeon Games and Sports for Kids (stylized as Nick GaS and commonly known as Nick GAS) was an American cable television network that was part of MTV Networks' suite of digital cable channels. The channel was available to all digital cable pr ...
(a defunct television channel devoted to airing
Nickelodeon Nickelodeon (often shortened to Nick) is an American pay television television channel, channel which launched on April 1, 1979, as the first cable channel for children. It is run by Paramount Global through its List of assets owned by Param ...
game shows)


References

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