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Final supporters
Ms. Lisa De Wilde,
CEO - TVOntario
Dear Ms. De Wilde:
We have been pleased to learn that through the “Save TVO’s Archive” Campaign, TVO is fundraising for the archiving and preservation of work many of us have proudly contributed to.
As you have been aware, Dr. Travis Doucette (himself a TVO fan and archivist) has been instrumental in facilitating reunions for former TVO children’s series personalities and production people, for a number of years. These events have been well attended and have afforded us opportunities to re-connect with our colleagues and celebrate the work we all did those many years ago.
As people intimately involved with many of these TVO series, we have firsthand knowledge and historical information about the many aspects of those productions.
One of the ideas Dr. Doucette has put forth, that could be of great assistance in your archival campaign, is to produce some short online videos advocating for funds - using past TVO personalities who your ‘grown-up’ viewers would recognize.
Because of our interest in this project and our desire to see our work preserved for future generations, we feel the presence of the actual hosts would add a note of nostalgia while petitioning the public to contribute to this important project. The intention is to donate our on-camera time of course.
Our hope is that you will consider this offer and connect with Dr. Doucette who has already established a solid connection base with dozens of former TVO personalities. We believe a partnership with TVO could advance this cause and help to preserve the work we have all come to be very proud of.
Signed,
Former TVO Personalities
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Not only did I spend my entire career doing series for TVO, my parents also did a number of shows there when it was called ETV/OECA .I'm proud of my work on TOday's Special, Polka Dot Door, BookMice and many more shows..
I was one of the Educ.Superv.p
My kids love TVO and we can't afford cable
My 2 grandchildren now love watching the old Polka Dot Door shows featuring their "Nana" that my Mom preserved on VHS. And I love watching the shows with them. It's so much fun to see them engage in the friendly, calming and thoughtful educational approach that is manifest in the content. My dear old ( almost 35 years) Marigold doll has become my 6 year old grand-daughter's most prized possession. She has permanent sleep over privleges in my grand-daughter Lily's bedroom. Her attachment reflects the impact of PDD's influence on her imagination and her sense of comfort with it. Of course it is important to preserve the content of TVO's archive! It reflects the history of it's remarkable value in Ontario's growth as an informed collective of citizens who are eager to know what makes them tick. Let's not have those moments fade to black .TVO is my default for intelligent programming that respects viewers needs for informed thought no matter the age of the viewer. Maintain the past to enrich the present and build the future. It's a very good investment. Thanks for the soapbox opportunity! Happy to join the campaign. Carolann: Polka Dot Door 1977 -86
Working on Polka Dot Door with TVO was a great highlight in my performing career. I would love to see our work preserved for future generations. Thanks!
Best wishes for the petition's success, Travis. Gairey
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
Ms. Lisa De Wilde,
CEO - TVOntario
Dear Ms. De Wilde:
We have been pleased to learn that through the “Save TVO’s Archive” Campaign, TVO is fundraising for the archiving and preservation of work many of us have proudly contributed to.
As you have been aware, Dr. Travis Doucette (himself a TVO fan and archivist) has been instrumental in facilitating reunions for former TVO children’s series personalities and production people, for a number of years. These events have been well attended and have afforded us opportunities to re-connect with our colleagues and celebrate the work we all did those many years ago.
As people intimately involved with many of these TVO series, we have firsthand knowledge and historical information about the many aspects of those productions.
One of the ideas Dr. Doucette has put forth, that could be of great assistance in your archival campaign, is to produce some short online videos advocating for funds - using past TVO personalities who your ‘grown-up’ viewers would recognize.
Because of our interest in this project and our desire to see our work preserved for future generations, we feel the presence of the actual hosts would add a note of nostalgia while petitioning the public to contribute to this important project. The intention is to donate our on-camera time of course.
Our hope is that you will consider this offer and connect with Dr. Doucette who has already established a solid connection base with dozens of former TVO personalities. We believe a partnership with TVO could advance this cause and help to preserve the work we have all come to be very proud of.
Signed,
Former TVO Personalities
15 Comments
It's important to archive the wonderful history of shows that TVO created over the past years - I had the privilege of working on Polka Dot Door that continues to stand the test of time - it's an outstanding kids program and should not be lost.
Not only did I spend my entire career doing series for TVO, my parents also did a number of shows there when it was called ETV/OECA .I'm proud of my work on TOday's Special, Polka Dot Door, BookMice and many more shows..
I was one of the Educ.Superv.p
My kids love TVO and we can't afford cable
My 2 grandchildren now love watching the old Polka Dot Door shows featuring their "Nana" that my Mom preserved on VHS. And I love watching the shows with them. It's so much fun to see them engage in the friendly, calming and thoughtful educational approach that is manifest in the content. My dear old ( almost 35 years) Marigold doll has become my 6 year old grand-daughter's most prized possession. She has permanent sleep over privleges in my grand-daughter Lily's bedroom. Her attachment reflects the impact of PDD's influence on her imagination and her sense of comfort with it. Of course it is important to preserve the content of TVO's archive! It reflects the history of it's remarkable value in Ontario's growth as an informed collective of citizens who are eager to know what makes them tick. Let's not have those moments fade to black .TVO is my default for intelligent programming that respects viewers needs for informed thought no matter the age of the viewer. Maintain the past to enrich the present and build the future. It's a very good investment. Thanks for the soapbox opportunity! Happy to join the campaign. Carolann: Polka Dot Door 1977 -86
Working on Polka Dot Door with TVO was a great highlight in my performing career. I would love to see our work preserved for future generations. Thanks!
Best wishes for the petition's success, Travis. Gairey
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It's important to archive the wonderful history of shows that TVO created over the past years - I had the privilege of working on Polka Dot Door that continues to stand the test of time - it's an outstanding kids program and should not be lost.