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CBC 2026-27 Programming Slate Includes New Original Comedies; Jay Shetty Podcast Heads to Netflix

CBC announced its 2026-27 programming slate featuring over 50 original series from Canadian storytellers. From hockey and hospitals to the Wild West and the world of international diplomacy and espionage, CBC's new original Canadian greenlights include the following shows:

Samantha Bee stars as Canada's unorthodox ambassador to Bulgaria in new original comedy The Ambassador from the creative talent behind such shows as Son of a Critch and Call Me Fitz. Olivia Winters (Samantha Bee), a former actor turned savvy yet unorthodox diplomat, and her childhood best friend Andrea Taylor (Allana Harkin), a sharp, policy-driven Chargé d’Affaires, are sent to the hinterland of global diplomacy to uncover new business opportunities for Canada in a rapidly shifting world.

From the creators of Norsemen and producers of Lilyhammer and Letterkenny, Canada/Norway absurdist comedy The Posse follows a clueless and privileged Norwegian in the 1800s who embarks on an unexpected journey to the Wild West.

Created by and starring Kathleen Robertson, medical drama Blessed Sacrament follows three sisters as they work to save lives at the hospital that is their family's legacy.

From the executive producer of Cardinal and Snowpiercer, dramedy The Service is set in the world of Canadian espionage, where national security collides with office politics, prickly egos and decidedly unglamorous tradecraft.

Cold Country stars Sarah Podemski, Chaske Spencer and Michael Greyeyes in a prestige limited series from creators Shane Belcourt and Tasha Hubbard.

The stories behind Canada’s national pastime come to life in coming-of-age drama series Junior, inspired by P.K. Subban’s experience in the high-pressure world of junior hockey; plus docuseries Power Play, offering exclusive access to the stars of the PWHL and Barnburners, following a fierce and funny senior hockey league in Saskatchewan.

New kids series include a reimagined Clifford the Big Red Dog, animated show Butterfly Academy and live-action comedy On Track with Andre De Grasse, as the Olympic track champion travels back in time to give advice to his 10-year-old self.

Spotify, Netflix, and Jay Shetty announced a new partnership to expand On Purpose into video across both services, bringing one of the world's most popular podcasts to audiences in a more immersive format.

One of the most popular podcasts in the world, On Purpose features in-depth conversations with influential voices across culture, wellness, and personal growth. As part of the partnership, On Purpose video episodes will be available across both services. Netflix will bring the visual series to its members worldwide, while Spotify will serve as the global sales representative for the show and offer fans the flexibility to seamlessly watch or listen within a single app. Video episodes of On Purpose will be available on Spotify and Netflix beginning July 13.

Posted by Pavan -- SitcomsOnline.com at 12:00 PM

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