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Monday, August 19

HELPING BOYS LEARN: Some boys have trouble focusing, paying attention, completing assignments, and developing a passion for learning. Dr. Edmond J. Dixon, author of Helping Boys Learn: 6 Secrets for Success in School, shares tips for parents hoping to help their sons succeed.
PET WEEK: CANADA AM’s “Pet Week” kicks off with advice on picking the perfect puppy – from choosing the right breeder to finding the best breed for certain lifestyles.
KEEPING FIT: Libby Norris is back in studio with tips on how to stick to a diet and exercise regime while on vacation.

Tuesday, August 20

TEACHABLE TECH: “Back To School Week” continues with CANADA AM’s resident tech expert Marc Saltzman as he shares some of the best gadgets for the new school year.
100 MILE: CANADA AM chats with Christie Aschwanden about her year of living within 100 miles of her home and why it’s the best decision she ever made.
BACON EXPLOSION: Hot, young Toronto restaurateur Matt Basile stops by the CANADA AM kitchen to make his famous and incredibly delicious bacon explosion.

Wednesday, Aug. 21

TUTOR TIPS: Janyce Lastman from Toronto’s The Tutor Group weighs in on “Back To School Week” with homework tips.
PET COSTS: CANADA AM investigates why vet bills have gone up nearly 40% since 2010 and what’s really needed to keep your pet healthy.
EDUCATIONAL TOYS: Janice Biehn from Parents Canada Magazine stops by for “Back To School Week” with some new educational toys that will help kids in the upcoming school year.

Thursday, August 22

SCHOOL LUNCHES: Lianne Phillipson-Webb from SproutRight stops by CANADA AM for “Back To School Week” with tips for quick lunches and how to plan ahead for the midday meal.
PET INSURANCE: CANADA AM looks into the value of pet insurance; including what it covers, if pet owners need it, and some key things to look for in a policy.
GUAC AND BAKING ON THE GRILL: International BBQ champion, Che Baird shares his tasty recipe for grilling guacamole.

Friday, August 23

PUPPY TRAINING: CANADA AM shares some puppy training dos and don’ts including how to housebreak new pets and keep them from biting and jumping.
SCHOOL FASHION:A style expert from Sears shows CANADA AM the latest and greatest in back-to-school trends.
SUMMER GRILLING: Chef Michael P. Clive heats up the grill for some yummy summer eats.

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Now in its 40^th Season, CANADA AM is Canada’s national morning newsmagazine. Since its launch in 1972, CANADA AM has brought Canadians a unique blend of hard news and lifestyle stories, featuring in-depth interviews with top newsmakers, celebrities and musical stars. Lis Travers is the Vice-President and Executive Producer for CANADA AM and Wendy Freeman is the President of CTV News.

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