A free service for Edmonton Seniors, ESCTV aims to be Informative, Educational, and Entertaining

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Broadcasting for the 55+ Community

ESCTVYEG is a free online streaming service operated by Edmonton Seniors Centre. It’s easily accessible, just click on the link and unmute the sound! No software to download and no fees to pay. You can watch from a computer, a tablet, a smartphone, or a TV. All you need is an internet connection!

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Relaxing, enjoyable, and entertaining content will be streamed as well as more serious issue-driven reports. Contests will be held and we will drop-in to some of ESC’s online classes. Everything from cooking shows, poetry, book-reviews and history, and more will be featured. ​If you miss a show, you will be able to watch a repeat of it later in the day.
CONTENT PROVIDERS
Story Sleuth
First viewing: 06:15 AM – 07:00 AM

In-depth reporting on stories that affect seniors. Features programs focusing on factual analysis of senior related issues, panel discussions, the pandemic and its effects on seniors, diversity and inclusion content, and more…

SCIENCE TIME
First viewing: 07:00 AM – 08:00 AM
Topics such as aging in place, medical challenges for seniors, credible life extension research, and general medical concerns. We examine developments in space exploration and the role seniors play in that, environmental concerns and the challenges of climate change, outreach trends, and more.
CLASSICAL PURSUITS
First viewing: 08:00 AM – 09:00 AM
The history of art and the characteristics of the various periods, a poetry corner with emphasis on local poets, musical moments looking at the diverse classical music and opera scene, book reviews and literature, and shows in a variety of languages celebrating the diverse cultural heritages of the peoples that make up modern Canada.
SHOW TIME
First viewing: 09:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Content will include the local music scene, festivals, seasonal events, cooking shows, comedy, hobbyists, quiz events, gardening shows and sports.

SPEAKERS CORNER
First viewing: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

One-on-one interviews with politicians, community leaders, well-known figures, and seniors with interesting life stories. 

LEGAL 'N DOLLARS
First viewing: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tax matters that concern seniors, legacy planning, financial and investment commentary, pension matters, government pandemic support packages, insolvency, credit issues, mortgage options, market commentary, the financial future post-pandemic, and legislative and policy developments concerning seniors.
NEWS SUMMARIES
06:00 AM – 06:15 AM
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM
06:00 PM – 06:15 PM

News from ESC, YEG Seniors Alliance, and other associated senior centres. Celebrating milestone events and birthdays for seniors, important Outreach news, reports on events locally and internationally that impact seniors.

CONTRIBUTE TO ESCTV

Do you have a story to share or a special occasion you’d like acknowledged? Are you an expert in your field or a retired broadcaster looking for a place to volunteer? Maybe you have an idea about new content that would benefit seniors? We want to hear from you!

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