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harmony03 · 06-13-2005, 06:38 PM

Hi Shannon,

Thank you for taking time to email OMNI Television.

The reason OMNI TV(and other television stations) will stop airing a
programme is either because the entire series has been aired, usually
several times, and the broadcast rights have expired, or because it was not
commercially viable (i.e. not enough viewers).

Nevertheless, we recognize that there are still a lot of loyal "Head of the
Class" fans out there. Perhaps a search on the internet will lead you to
the information on where it is currently playing.

Good luck!

We appreciate your interest and hope that you will feel free to contact us
again if you've any further questions about OMNI Television and its
programming.

Regards,

OMNI Television
Programme Information Coordinator

TripperFan · 06-13-2005, 06:49 PM

I've heard it has - there was a couple of shows they were going to cancel in the past (Twin Peaks being one of them) but if they got enough fans requesting it be kept on, they'll bend.

OMNI isn't that big either so they might well keep it. I'd advise you to get as many people as you can emailing or phoning them to help you out.

I wasn't happy when the dropped The Hogans! Good luck!

harmony03 · 06-13-2005, 07:05 PM

Hey TripperFan, I'm from "Trawnna" too! No, OMNI doesn't show HOTC - I just thought they might, since they show older shows like Cheers and Quincy. Sigh. I need an Eric Mardian fix.

harmony03 · 06-14-2005, 04:43 PM

Me again. There are more stations around Toronto, southern Ontario and Buffalo to try. If anyone is in this area, care to join me in sending some nice, not-to-desperate emails to the stations? I'm off to write!

TripperFan · 06-14-2005, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harmony03

Me again. There are more stations around Toronto, southern Ontario and Buffalo to try. If anyone is in this area, care to join me in sending some nice, not-to-desperate emails to the stations? I'm off to write!

Hey "Homie" nice to have another Trawnna-ite around - the closest I've met is the Modfather in Newmarket!

Have you tried CKVR maybe. I can't see City going for it, but as you say, surrounding stations in Barrie, Hamilton and Barffalo might! We've got satellite as well as cable and I haven't even seen it on there even.

harmony03 · 06-14-2005, 05:06 PM

Good suggestions! I've just yesterday written to the NewVR in Barrie, think I'll try YTV, CHCH in Hamilton, and WUTV in Buffalo.

TripperFan · 06-14-2005, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harmony03

Good suggestions! I've just yesterday written to the NewVR in Barrie, think I'll try YTV, CHCH in Hamilton, and WUTV in Buffalo.

Or PBS in Barffalo - tell 'em you'll donate $50 (Canadian of course), they can keep their crummy totebag as long as they start airing HOTC!

Good luck!

Jennyluvver · 06-15-2005, 12:53 AM

You could try mailing CTS, the religious station.

www.ctstv.com

They have aired Charles in Charge, Mr. Belevedere, Growing Pains, the Hogan Family, Family Ties, Happy Days and the Wonder Years. I am surprised they haven't aired Head of the Class, since they love family shows with good messages. I tried e-mailing them last year and they didn't mail me back. Maybe if they get more e-mails they will start considering it.

Tom

harmony03 · 06-15-2005, 08:08 PM

As HOTC went on, the humour became more sexual, so I didn't bother contacting the Christian network. Otherwise, there might be a good chance, since they do show 80s stuff. Thanks for the idea, though. Yay, you're from Toronto, eh?

harmony03 · 06-16-2005, 05:37 PM

Here's the latest:

Dear Shannon:

Thank you for the email. Sorry, we will not be airing Head of the Class and at this time we do not plan on acquiring the rights to air it.

Regards,

Lori Clarke

Programming

The New VR

OK, I'm not getting very far. I feel like such a geek, begging stations to play a sitcom from the 80s! My love knows no bounds, however

On to the next station!

Jennyluvver · 06-22-2005, 03:25 AM

I live in London, Ontario but we get CTS here too. You know, Charles in Charge had some sexual humour too, and so did Growing Pains. I wouldn't let that stop me. HOTC is a great show with family morals and values, I think you should still e-mail them like I did! I think they are your best bet. Couldn't hurt to try right? Besides if they are really offended by an episode, they will just cut it out of the run, like they did with a few Mr. Belvedere episodes.

harmony03 · 06-22-2005, 08:14 PM

Thanks for the feedback. You're right - I'm going to use the link you posted. I'm still waiting to hear from Fox in Buffalo, but they might not respond at all. Have you emailed CTS lately? It'll be great if they get a couple of requests

harmony03 · 06-23-2005, 03:47 PM

OK, here's the latest:

Hi there,

Thanks for the e-mail. Currently, the show you are asking about is not included in our program schedule. At YTV, our Programming Department reviews hundreds of programs prior to making any decisions regarding our schedule. We believe that our schedule should provide a variety of programs which appeal to our wide variety of viewers. While we do continually strive to make all of our viewers happy, as a national network, it can be challenging.

If you are inquiring about a series that used to be on YTV but isn't anymore, we hope you can understand that it is not uncommon for broadcasters to modify program schedules and move shows to new timeslots or remove programs to introduce new shows. Be assured that all schedule changes are the result of careful consideration and are made with our viewers in mind.

With this said, we will forward your suggestion to our Programming Department for future consideration. In the meantime, we hope you will continue to enjoy the entertaining programs that YTV has to offer!

For more details and information about our current schedule, check out our web schedule at http://www.ytv.com/programming/guide...-EASTERN-9.asp . Please remember all schedules are subject to change without notice.

YTV Viewer Relations Department

And from CTS:

From : Rob Sheppard <rsheppard@ctstv.com>
Sent : June 23, 2005 12:58:20 PM
Subject : Re: program suggestion

Thank you for your suggestion. We'll keep it in mind as we continue to
plan our schedule.

Not too exciting, eh? At least these two stations didn't say "no"

realchic1999 · 06-23-2005, 04:56 PM

Who called Buffalo "Barffalo"?! Funny.

I'm from there, but I cannot campaign for a station to play it there anymore because I'm moving South and it wouldn't make sense for me to promote a city I will no longer live in.

But I definitely would like to see it on a local station to where I move to.

Jennyluvver · 06-25-2005, 02:58 AM

That's great you got a response from CTS. They didn't e-mail me back at all for some reason when I tried last year! Anyway, this should ensure they are considering it as they should be thinking about what programs to put on next season.

06-13-2005, 06:38 PM	#1
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Has this ever worked? Hi Shannon, Thank you for taking time to email OMNI Television. The reason OMNI TV(and other television stations) will stop airing a programme is either because the entire series has been aired, usually several times, and the broadcast rights have expired, or because it was not commercially viable (i.e. not enough viewers). Nevertheless, we recognize that there are still a lot of loyal "Head of the Class" fans out there. Perhaps a search on the internet will lead you to the information on where it is currently playing. Good luck! We appreciate your interest and hope that you will feel free to contact us again if you've any further questions about OMNI Television and its programming. Regards, OMNI Television Programme Information Coordinator
	Last edited by harmony03; 06-28-2005 at 03:32 PM.

06-13-2005, 06:49 PM	#2
TripperFan In God's Arms Now Forum Star Join Date: Sep 14, 2003 Location: Heartbreak Ridge Posts: 12,086	I've heard it has - there was a couple of shows they were going to cancel in the past (Twin Peaks being one of them) but if they got enough fans requesting it be kept on, they'll bend. OMNI isn't that big either so they might well keep it. I'd advise you to get as many people as you can emailing or phoning them to help you out. I wasn't happy when the dropped The Hogans! Good luck!
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06-15-2005, 12:53 AM	#8
Jennyluvver Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 06, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 78	CTS You could try mailing CTS, the religious station. www.ctstv.com They have aired Charles in Charge, Mr. Belevedere, Growing Pains, the Hogan Family, Family Ties, Happy Days and the Wonder Years. I am surprised they haven't aired Head of the Class, since they love family shows with good messages. I tried e-mailing them last year and they didn't mail me back. Maybe if they get more e-mails they will start considering it. Tom

06-23-2005, 03:47 PM	#13
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	update OK, here's the latest: Hi there, Thanks for the e-mail. Currently, the show you are asking about is not included in our program schedule. At YTV, our Programming Department reviews hundreds of programs prior to making any decisions regarding our schedule. We believe that our schedule should provide a variety of programs which appeal to our wide variety of viewers. While we do continually strive to make all of our viewers happy, as a national network, it can be challenging. If you are inquiring about a series that used to be on YTV but isn't anymore, we hope you can understand that it is not uncommon for broadcasters to modify program schedules and move shows to new timeslots or remove programs to introduce new shows. Be assured that all schedule changes are the result of careful consideration and are made with our viewers in mind. With this said, we will forward your suggestion to our Programming Department for future consideration. In the meantime, we hope you will continue to enjoy the entertaining programs that YTV has to offer! For more details and information about our current schedule, check out our web schedule at http://www.ytv.com/programming/guide...-EASTERN-9.asp . Please remember all schedules are subject to change without notice. YTV Viewer Relations Department And from CTS: From : Rob Sheppard <rsheppard@ctstv.com> Sent : June 23, 2005 12:58:20 PM Subject : Re: program suggestion Thank you for your suggestion. We'll keep it in mind as we continue to plan our schedule. Not too exciting, eh? At least these two stations didn't say "no"
	Last edited by harmony03; 06-23-2005 at 04:04 PM.

06-23-2005, 04:56 PM	#14
realchic1999 Embrace nothingness! Forum Regular Join Date: May 23, 2001 Posts: 719	Who called Buffalo "Barffalo"?! Funny. I'm from there, but I cannot campaign for a station to play it there anymore because I'm moving South and it wouldn't make sense for me to promote a city I will no longer live in. But I definitely would like to see it on a local station to where I move to.
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06-13-2005, 07:05 PM	#3
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Hey TripperFan, I'm from "Trawnna" too! No, OMNI doesn't show HOTC - I just thought they might, since they show older shows like Cheers and Quincy. Sigh. I need an Eric Mardian fix.

06-14-2005, 04:43 PM	#4
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Me again. There are more stations around Toronto, southern Ontario and Buffalo to try. If anyone is in this area, care to join me in sending some nice, not-to-desperate emails to the stations? I'm off to write!

06-14-2005, 05:06 PM	#6
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Good suggestions! I've just yesterday written to the NewVR in Barrie, think I'll try YTV, CHCH in Hamilton, and WUTV in Buffalo.

06-15-2005, 08:08 PM	#9
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	As HOTC went on, the humour became more sexual, so I didn't bother contacting the Christian network. Otherwise, there might be a good chance, since they do show 80s stuff. Thanks for the idea, though. Yay, you're from Toronto, eh?

06-16-2005, 05:37 PM	#10
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Here's the latest: Dear Shannon: Thank you for the email. Sorry, we will not be airing Head of the Class and at this time we do not plan on acquiring the rights to air it. Regards, Lori Clarke Programming The New VR OK, I'm not getting very far. I feel like such a geek, begging stations to play a sitcom from the 80s! My love knows no bounds, however On to the next station!

06-22-2005, 03:25 AM	#11
Jennyluvver Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 06, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 78	I live in London, Ontario but we get CTS here too. You know, Charles in Charge had some sexual humour too, and so did Growing Pains. I wouldn't let that stop me. HOTC is a great show with family morals and values, I think you should still e-mail them like I did! I think they are your best bet. Couldn't hurt to try right? Besides if they are really offended by an episode, they will just cut it out of the run, like they did with a few Mr. Belvedere episodes.

06-22-2005, 08:14 PM	#12
harmony03 Member Occasional Poster Join Date: May 12, 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 59	Thanks for the feedback. You're right - I'm going to use the link you posted. I'm still waiting to hear from Fox in Buffalo, but they might not respond at all. Have you emailed CTS lately? It'll be great if they get a couple of requests

06-25-2005, 02:58 AM	#15
Jennyluvver Member Occasional Poster Join Date: Jan 06, 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 78	That's great you got a response from CTS. They didn't e-mail me back at all for some reason when I tried last year! Anyway, this should ensure they are considering it as they should be thinking about what programs to put on next season.