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- ↑ Heather Cichowski, "2020 Canadian Screen Awards: 'Schitt's Creek' dominates with 26 nominations". Hello! Canada , February 18, 2020.
- ↑ Alexandra Del Rosario, "‘Kim Convenience’s Andrew Phung & Nicole Power Set New Comedies At Canada’s CBC". Deadline Hollywood , March 26, 2021.