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Lynda-Jane · 10-04-2001, 03:28 AM

For the Canadians in the room. I received an email confirmation from a Columbia House Canada rep that they are NOT offering Facts of Life at this time (even though CH USA is).
This is the worst news, especially since it was our only hope for seeing FOL again. There are no Canadian stations that air it.
The misery continues...

Livin' La Vida Peekskill · 10-04-2001, 07:26 PM

Figures Lynda-Jane, when has any company in Canada gotten hip and offer us Canadians the same products that are offered in the USA.

Are you able to order them from the USA and ship them there? I know that would be expensive with the exchange rate and all, but it would be worth a go.

That sucks, I'm going to school in Canada next year and was looking forward to ordering them. 86 that idea unless they change.

But isn't it kool they're filming the reunion in Toronto?

PS- Don't you think Canadian televison sucks?

Lynda-Jane · 10-04-2001, 08:13 PM

I am thrilled about the Toronto shoot, yes. BUT, trying to find the specific locations is impossible until after the fact. I emailed radio stations, the mayor of TO, and even called Touchstone directly. Nothing.

Sadly, you must reside in the USA to order from Columbia House USA. You're right, will we EVER get hip? Be sure to email them and complain - they will take as a suggestion. Just go to columbiahouse.com and there's a link for Canada.

And yes, most Canadian TV is lousy. The only shows I'll watch are Popular Mechanics for Kids, Meg Ruffman's repair show, and occassionally Red Green.

NancyFan · 10-04-2001, 11:38 PM

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Originally posted by Livin' La Vida Peekskill:

PS- Don't you think Canadian televison sucks?

I'll fight ya on that!

Have you SEEN what they've been putting on the CBC? There's some good stuff on there . . . Made in Canada, Talking to Americans, Foreign Objects, P.R., anything on Opening Night . . .

Shutting up now!

jayman75 · 10-05-2001, 11:21 AM

I'm sure this has already been thought of, but why not try ebay? I'm sure that the tapes will be circulated often.

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Kay Scarpetta · 10-05-2001, 04:12 PM

I actually have seen some tapes on Ebay...I am assuming they are from CH...

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"Blanch, you better wake up. My wife will be home any minute"-Dorathy Zbornack from Golden Girls.

"Hey. Just because you put on a little make-up and walk around with a butter knife doesn't make you Tommy Baker"-Sophia Patrillo from Golden Girls

Jamie, don't you think you should change your NAME to Lisa Whelchel Rocks?!?! LOL

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Livin' La Vida Peekskill · 10-05-2001, 08:32 PM

Nancy Fan, I really meant that Canadian TV stations sucks. Canada has produced quite a few good TV shows. My personal favorite are Degrassi, Road To Avonlea, and Ready Or Not.

Talking To Americans is the funniest show. It's amazing how little people know.

Lynda Jane, continue the hunt for the filming location of FOL. Have you tried e-mailing Lisa Whelchel directly? (website-lisawhelchel.com) She's quite honest. Or try calling Mel the Mayor directly. I will e-mail CHCanada to conplain.

10-04-2001, 03:28 AM	#1
Lynda-Jane Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Oct 04, 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 6	Columbia House Canada not offering FOL For the Canadians in the room. I received an email confirmation from a Columbia House Canada rep that they are NOT offering Facts of Life at this time (even though CH USA is). This is the worst news, especially since it was our only hope for seeing FOL again. There are no Canadian stations that air it. The misery continues...

10-04-2001, 07:26 PM	#2
Livin' La Vida Peekskill Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 17, 2001 Location: NYC,NY,USA Posts: 91	Figures Lynda-Jane, when has any company in Canada gotten hip and offer us Canadians the same products that are offered in the USA. Are you able to order them from the USA and ship them there? I know that would be expensive with the exchange rate and all, but it would be worth a go. That sucks, I'm going to school in Canada next year and was looking forward to ordering them. 86 that idea unless they change. But isn't it kool they're filming the reunion in Toronto? PS- Don't you think Canadian televison sucks?

10-04-2001, 08:13 PM	#3
Lynda-Jane Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Oct 04, 2001 Location: Canada Posts: 6	I am thrilled about the Toronto shoot, yes. BUT, trying to find the specific locations is impossible until after the fact. I emailed radio stations, the mayor of TO, and even called Touchstone directly. Nothing. Sadly, you must reside in the USA to order from Columbia House USA. You're right, will we EVER get hip? Be sure to email them and complain - they will take as a suggestion. Just go to columbiahouse.com and there's a link for Canada. And yes, most Canadian TV is lousy. The only shows I'll watch are Popular Mechanics for Kids, Meg Ruffman's repair show, and occassionally Red Green.

10-05-2001, 11:21 AM	#5
jayman75 I Love the 80s! Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 27, 2000 Location: THE GREAT UNITED STATES Posts: 3,809	I'm sure this has already been thought of, but why not try ebay? I'm sure that the tapes will be circulated often. ------------------ ########################*# The Facts of Life are all about you... Who DOESN'T love 80's TV?

10-05-2001, 04:12 PM	#6
Kay Scarpetta Defy Gravity 8.26.05 Forum Superstar Join Date: Jul 04, 2001 Location: La Vie Boheme Posts: 28,013	I actually have seen some tapes on Ebay...I am assuming they are from CH... ------------------ °·.¤-Karli Cauble-¤.·° "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference"-Blair Warner "Blanch, you better wake up. My wife will be home any minute"-Dorathy Zbornack from Golden Girls. "Hey. Just because you put on a little make-up and walk around with a butter knife doesn't make you Tommy Baker"-Sophia Patrillo from Golden Girls Jamie, don't you think you should change your NAME to Lisa Whelchel Rocks?!?! LOL Joyce and Jackie. My 2 sisters...C'mon in have a drink, we don't drink, fascenating!! Meshi!! LMAO and Jackie have you ever seen Tattie in Love? 3 words to the wise...Lisa Whelchel Rocks!

10-05-2001, 08:32 PM	#7
Livin' La Vida Peekskill Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 17, 2001 Location: NYC,NY,USA Posts: 91	Nancy Fan, I really meant that Canadian TV stations sucks. Canada has produced quite a few good TV shows. My personal favorite are Degrassi, Road To Avonlea, and Ready Or Not. Talking To Americans is the funniest show. It's amazing how little people know. Lynda Jane, continue the hunt for the filming location of FOL. Have you tried e-mailing Lisa Whelchel directly? (website-lisawhelchel.com) She's quite honest. Or try calling Mel the Mayor directly. I will e-mail CHCanada to conplain.