FREE! Click here to Join FunTrivia. Thousands of games, quizzes, and lots more!

Canadian TV Trivia

Canadian TV Trivia Quizzes

12 Canadian TV quizzes and 135 Canadian TV trivia questions.

Where in Canada 2

Match Quiz

10 Qns

This is slightly different from my earlier quiz "Where in Canada". In this quiz FIVE of the Canadian TV shows are set in Toronto, and FIVE in other provinces. So go ahead and MATCH them up.

Easier, 10 Qns, Ampelos, Mar 31 19

Easier
Ampelos

Mar 31 19
176 plays

Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

This quiz will ask about some Canadian TV shows from years-gone-by. This author enjoyed them and if anyone ever wants to bring back some old shows, these are the ones I'd vote for. Enjoy remembering these Canadian classics!

Easier, 10 Qns, Trivia_Fan54, Jan 06 19

Easier
Trivia_Fan54

Jan 06 19
369 plays

Where in Canada? top quiz

Match Quiz

10 Qns

In the left column are the names of ten Canadian television shows. Match these shows to the location given in the right column.

Average, 10 Qns, Ampelos, Jun 12 18

Average
Ampelos

Jun 12 18
195 plays

Oh No! It's A Canadian Show! editor best quiz

Multiple Choice

20 Qns

I'm a proud Canadian, except when it comes to TV! We produce countless shows with flimsy plots and lame punchlines. How many of these unfunny-and sometimes unwatchable-duds do you remember? No offense intended to players who actually liked these shows.

Average, 20 Qns, magpie8, Jun 22 04

Average
magpie8
2151 plays

Oh No! Canadian Game Shows! editor best quiz

Multiple Choice

15 Qns

By request (thank you to everyone who wrote me!), this quiz is a follow-up to 'Oh No! It's A Canadian Show!'. These questions are about some of our unbelievably odd--and sometimes awful--game shows, that have awarded lucky contestants HUNDREDS of dollars

Tough, 15 Qns, magpie8, Jan 09 05

Tough
magpie8
2219 plays

Canadian Content

Label Quiz

10 Qns

Identify the settings of these Canadian television programmes by matching the titles to the numbered locations.

Average, 10 Qns, spanishliz, Jan 08 22

Average
spanishliz editor

Jan 08 22
154 plays

Canadian TV Identity Guessing Game

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

Imagine that you keep waking up with different people's identities, kind of like on "Quantum Leap". Only the identities you keep assuming are from Canadian television! Can you figure out who and where you are?

Average, 10 Qns, skippymac, Jun 25 18

Average
skippymac
Jun 25 18
908 plays

Show the Province or the Province of the Show

Match Quiz

10 Qns

The North of the Border answer to my State the Show series. Match the Canadian province or territory with the television series that took place there.

Average, 10 Qns, bernie73, Jun 24 20

Average
bernie73

Jun 24 20
118 plays

Canadian TV Shows

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

This is a quiz about TV shows that were created in Canada.

Average, 10 Qns, ballykissangel, Apr 13 07

Average
ballykissangel
992 plays

10.

Classic TVOntario Children's Programming

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

If you grew up in Ontario, Canada in the late nineteen seventies through the early eighties, you probably watched TVO. Channel two helped define a generation of Canadians. Take a trip down memory lane with this quiz about classic TVOntario programming.

Tough, 10 Qns, t0oth4che, Apr 18 09

Tough
t0oth4che
205 plays

Quick Question

In the show "The Beachcombers", what were the beachcombers combing the beaches for?

From Quiz "Bring Back These Canadian Shows"

11.

Classic Canadian Television

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

Questions about television and personalities from the "Great White North".

Average, 10 Qns, enpointonian, Dec 06 14

Average
enpointonian
1042 plays

12.

TV, Eh?

Multiple Choice

10 Qns

Canadian television is very unique because broadcast standards are very open in Canada. This allows for greater creativity than for programs produced elsewhere. I now present some questions about Canadian television productions.

Difficult, 10 Qns, paulbrec, Dec 05 06

Difficult
paulbrec
603 plays

Canadian TV Trivia Questions

1. What was the Canadian title for the show that was named "Avonlea" by American broadcasters?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: Road to Avonlea

The "Road to Avonlea" series was a collaborative effort that was developed in Canada. Two of the main producers were the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) and the Disney Channel. The series was based on books written by Lucy Maud Montgomery who also wrote "Anne of Green Gables" (Anne does not appear in "Road to Avonlea", but the character is mentioned in the series). It would be great to have this show back because it provided stories of a much simpler time in Prince Edward Island, Canada.

2. "Discover all the clues". A computer monitor named Theta and a typewriter named Otto hid in the headquarters of the local newspaper, The Herbertville Chronicle. But it was the evil nemesis named Duneedon who defined this mysterious show.

From Quiz Classic TVOntario Children's Programming

Answer: "Read All About It"

40 episodes were produced over the years, with each clocking in at approximately 15 minutes. Filmed in Brampton, this program lasted four seasons.

3. "BUZZ" was a popular comedy on the Comedy Network for many years. Who was inside the Hip-Hop Bunny suit?

From Quiz TV, Eh?

Answer: Jean Paul

Jean Paul was a regular guest on the show. Daryn Jones and Morgan Smith were the regular hosts. This program originated on Rogers Commnunity Television, and was "picked-up" by the Comedy Network.

4. Easiest question first: What was the name of the dishevelled, dirty toque-wearing, and generally cranky character on 'The Beachcombers'?

From Quiz Oh No! It's A Canadian Show!

Answer: Relic

Played by Robert Clothier, he was the irritating arch-rival of main character Nick, played by Bruno Gerussi.

5. What was the play-on-words title of the show that focussed on commercial awareness for young people?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: Street Cents

"Street Cents" aired on the CBC network from 1989-2006. The award-winning show was known for being inclusive and representative of Canada's youth. "Street Cents" included interviews with youth entrepreneurs, testing of products, the investigation of letters of complaint about products sent in by viewers, and even a segment called "Fit for the Pit" where inferior products were tossed into a fiery pit. The show aired commercial free so that sponsors would not be seen as biasing the segments that were broadcast. This show would be great to have back to help inform young people about quality and ethics in advertising, media, and popular products.

6. On what show would you find a character named "Relic"?

From Quiz Classic Canadian Television

Answer: "The Beachcombers"

The late Robert Allan Clothier portrayed Relic, a fellow beachcomber who hung around "Molly's Reach".

7. In this show, three pairs raced through a grocery store, loading items into their shopping carts and trying to beat the clock and each other in the process. What was the name of the show?

From Quiz Oh No! Canadian Game Shows!

Answer: 'Supermarket Sweep'

The breathless shoppers weren't awarded the groceries at the end of the show, however. Instead, they had to endure further humiliation by trying to guess which of sixteen scrolls of paper held the name of a 'dream vacation'. In all the shows I watched, I never once saw anybody win the 'big prize'. Usually they ended up with a consolation gift valued at far less than the amount of the groceries they'd pulled off the shelves. The depressing show was hosted by a constantly-smiling Tino Monte.

8. 'Black Harbour' was a drama series in which a restauranter named Kit, her husband and family move from L.A. back to her hometown, a small fishing community in Nova Scotia. Why did they move?

From Quiz Canadian TV Shows

Answer: Kit's mother needed heart surgery

When they discovered that Kit's mother needed heart surgery they came home where they decided to stay. Kit was played by Rebecca {Jenkins;} her husband, Nick Haskell was played by Geraint Wyn Davis.

9. Don Adams, best known for his role on decent television show 'Get Smart' came north of the border when his career sagged to star in which Canadian sitcom?

From Quiz Oh No! It's A Canadian Show!

Answer: 'Check It Out'

His character was that of an unhappy supermarket manager, but his unhappiness could never match that of the viewers who were forced to watch this bomb.

10. "Street _______" was the name of what show that featured a Toronto law firm?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: Legal

The original run of "Street Legal" went from 1987 through 1994 on the CBC network. It held the record for the longest-running one-hour drama in the history of Canadian television until it was surpassed by another show in 2014. In 2018, the network suggested that they were considering a revival for this show, which is a good thing. It should be brought back because it focuses on Canadian laws, and Canadian court customs. These can be quite different than those in the US where many of the other legal-type tv programs that are broadcast in Canada are created.

11. "Trouble! Trouble! Trouble!". This phrase alone should remind you of Reddy Fox, Peter Rabbit and Sammy Bluejay. What is the name of this program that first aired on TVO in 1978?

From Quiz Classic TVOntario Children's Programming

Answer: "Fables of the Green Forest"

This program was in fact an anglicized version of a Japanese cartoon called "Yama nezumi Rokkiy Chakku" that aired in Japan in 1973. The literal translation is "Rocky Chuck, the Mountain Rat".

12. Who are the "Puppets Who Kill"?

From Quiz TV, Eh?

Answer: Buttons, Bill, Cuddles, Rocko

Buttons the Bear, Bill the Dummy, Cuddles the Doll, and Rocko the Dog. Dan is also a character on the show, but he is not a puppet.

13. This comedy starred the late Al Waxman as a shop keeper.

From Quiz Classic Canadian Television

Answer: "King of Kensington"

Al Waxman portrayed Larry King who ran a variety store in Kensington located in Toronto, he later co-starred south of the border on "Cagney And Lacey".

14. This game show, hosted by Wayne Cox, was nothing more than 'Charades' with a few has-been sitcom actors thrown into the mix. What was it called?

From Quiz Oh No! Canadian Game Shows!

Answer: 'Acting Crazy'

The show was taped in Vancouver, and featured such 'celebrity' guests as Sally Struthers, Jennilee Harrison and Marcia Wallace. I saw one episode where the talent must have been a no-show, because fellow Canadian game show host Stu Jeffries appeared as one of the 'stars'.

15. 'Bordertown' was a show set back in the 1880's. It portrayed US Marshall, Jack Craddock and Mountie Clive Bennett trying to keep law and order along the Canada-US border. Who was lady doctor that they both carried a torch for?

From Quiz Canadian TV Shows

Answer: Dr. Marie Dumont

Marie was played by Sophie Barjac. Both Jack and Clive had feelings for the widowed doctor, but in spite of their rivalry, thay had a deep respect and admiration for each other.

16. Which show told of the exploits of a marine veterinarian, and often featured the Vancouver Aquarium?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: Danger Bay

"Danger Bay" is another CBC show that was produced in collaboration with the Disney Channel. Aimed at older children and adolescents, this television show told the story of a marine veterinarian and his children. The show focussed on environmental issues such as forest preservation, pollution, and wildlife management. The 123 episodes ran for about five years in the 1990s, but continued in re-runs around the world for many years after filming stopped. Given the continuing concerns about environmental issues in the 21st century, "Danger Bay" should be brought back to help educate a new generation.

17. Boot, Pretty, Granny and a scary talking house. And who could forget Mister Bones?

From Quiz Classic TVOntario Children's Programming

Answer: "Readalong"

Noreen Young made all the puppets that appeared in this program. Boot, Pretty and the Granny puppets are now on permanent display at the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Ottawa.

18. The late Ernie Coombs portrayed "Mr. Dressup" on CBC for many years; who were his puppet friends?

From Quiz Classic Canadian Television

Answer: Casey and Finnegan

Rusty and Jerome were pals of the "Friendly Giant." If you answered Kukla and Ollie or Dancing Bear and Bunny Rabbit you were watching American TV.

19. Who was the host of the Canadian game show 'Headline Hunters'?

From Quiz Oh No! Canadian Game Shows!

Answer: Jim Perry

One of the most employed of all Canadian game show guys, Perry also hosted 'Card Sharks', 'It's Your Move', 'Eye Bet' and 'Definition'.

20. A sickeningly sweet kids show featuring a too-cute-for-words elephant mascot was hosted by Sharon, Lois, and....?

From Quiz Oh No! It's A Canadian Show!

Answer: Bram

Featuring the theme song 'Skin-a-ma-rink-a-dink-a-dink', which made Barney's tune seem hip, it was indescribably bad.

21. Canadian actor Mike Myers appeared in which Canadian television show about a dog when he was just a child?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: The Littlest Hobo

"The Littlest Hobo" was produced in Canada, and it was based on a 1958 American movie of the same name. The German shepherd star of the show would appear in a different town in each episode, befriending a resident who needed the companionship or assistance. The show was first produced in syndication from 1963-1965, and was re-created for a second run from 1979-1985. Mike Myers appeared in the eighth episode of the second run that was entitled "Boy in Wheels". It would be great to have this show back because it provided innocence and warm fuzzy feelings for thirty minutes each week.

22. Who asked children to "Look up waaaaaay up?"

From Quiz Classic Canadian Television

Answer: "The Friendly Giant"

Bob Homme played the "Friendly Giant".. hence the "look up waaaay up" part.

23. The groovy theme song from the original 'Austin Powers' movie was undoubtedly familiar to Canadians, as it was also the tune of an old Canadian game show. Which program featured this catchy music?

From Quiz Oh No! Canadian Game Shows!

Answer: 'Definition'

The melody is actually called 'Soul Bossa Nova', and was written by Quincy Jones. Mike Myers wasn't the first Canadian to seize upon this swinging tune. Canadian band The Dream Warriors modified the music for their hit song 'My Definition of a Boombastic Jazz Style' in 1991.

24. 'DaVinci's Inquest' is based upon the cases of coroner Dominic Da Vinci played by Nicholas Campbell. In which city is this crime drama based?

From Quiz Canadian TV Shows

Answer: Vancouver, BC

Robert Clothier (Relic on the 'Beachcombers'), played Dominic's father, Joe.

25. In "North of 60", to what does the number refer?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: The 60th parallel of latitude.

The 60th parallel of latitude marks the border between Canada's western provinces and its northern territories. "North of 60" was a show that profiled a Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Officer who was trying to keep order in the small northern community of Lynx River, Northwest Territories. This show originally ran from 1992-1997, but has since appeared in syndication around the world. It would be great to have this show back for a couple of reasons. First, it helped viewers to understand some things about the culture of the Indigenous people who live in Canada's north. Secondly, it showed some of the parts of the large country of Canada that many will never see except on screen.

26. This show was about an antiques shop that sells "cursed" items.

From Quiz TV, Eh?

Answer: Friday the 13th

The antiques shop owners had to track down cursed antiques that people had bought. Every week featured a different cursed antique.

27. There have been a lot of Canadian science fiction shows on the air, do you remember this early one starring Keir Dullea?

From Quiz Classic Canadian Television

Answer: "Starlost"

Keir Dullea portrayed "Devon" on the short-lived series.

28. What was the name of the Canadian game show that made contestants run across an oversized board game, in the hopes of winning a few hundred dollars?

From Quiz Oh No! Canadian Game Shows!

Answer: 'The Mad Dash'

Hosted by Pierre Lalonde, 'The Mad Dash' was one of the more successful Canadian game shows, lasting from 1979 through 1985. Depending on the roll of the dice and the answers of their teammates, contestants would quickly advance to spaces such as 'Go Broke', 'Switch Spaces' or 'Win'.

29. This drama series was based on the daily happenings of the fictitious TV station, CTLS Channel 10 in Toronto. What was the show's name?

From Quiz Canadian TV Shows

Answer: ENG

'ENG' stands for Electronic News Gathering. It starred Art Hindle as Mike Fennell, Sara Botsford as Ann HIldebrant, and Mark Humphrey as Jake Antonelli.

30. Which Canadian cooking show always had a pun using the word "wok" appear in the show?

From Quiz Bring Back These Canadian Shows

Answer: Wok with Yan

Steven Yan hosted this Asian cuisine show. It ran from 1980-82, then again in the early 90s. The puns were printed on the different aprons that the host wore during the show. Examples of the puns include "Wok the Heck", "You Are Wok You Eat", "Wok Goes Up Must Come Down", "Wok's New Pussycat", and "Wokkey Night in Canada". We need this show back because it was funny, but provided viewers with delicious and healthy recipes.

This is category 5628

= Top 5% Rated Quiz, take trivia quiz

Top 10% Rated Quiz, test trivia quiz

Top 20% Rated Quiz, popular trivia

A Well Rated Quiz

= added recently,

= Editor's Pick

= FunTrivia Editor

= Gold Member
Teachers / educators: FunTrivia welcomes the use of our website and quizzes in the classroom as a teaching aid or for preparing and testing students. See our education section. Our quizzes are printable and may be used as question sheets by k-12 teachers, parents, and home schoolers.

· All questions, answers, and quiz content on this website is copyright FunTrivia, Inc and may not be reproduced without permission. Any images from TV shows and movies are copyright their studios, and are being used under "fair use" for commentary and education.