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Monday, March 17

-Where else but on "Dancing With the Stars" can you see actress Priscilla Presley, skating star Kristi Yamaguchi and tennis champ Monica Seles performing on the same stage together? The three are in the new cast of celebrities recruited for season 6 of the hot-stepping competition, debuting tonight. Others bravely tackling the foxtrot, lindy hop and various dances this season include comedian Adam Carolla, "Scary Movie" co-star Shannon Elizabeth and NFL star Jason Taylor. (CTV)

-Sigh. Another season of "The Bachelor" is upon us and it's tough not to be cynical, given the poor track record this show has in creating everlasting love connections. This season (the 12th) stars 27-year-old millionaire Matt Grant of London, England, who apparently loves sports, the outdoors and American women's accents. (Citytv)

-TV personality Vanessa Minnillo guest stars on "How I Met Your Mother." (E, CBS)

-On the critically acclaimed legal drama "Damages," Ellen and David's relationship continues to crumble and Tom may abandon his current role as lackey to ruthless litigator Patty Hewes (Glenn Close). (Showcase)

-"Mothers Behind Bars" offers a compelling look at Tihar jail in India, where female inmates are allowed to serve time with their young children. (National Geographic Channel)

-Also look out for Catherine O'Hara on "The Hour With George Stroumboulopoulos." (CBC)

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Tuesday, March 18

-Fashion maven Tim Gunn of "Project Runway" is on the weight-loss competition "The Biggest Loser" to help with the contestants' makeovers. Later, the participants compete to see who can walk backwards on treadmills suspended above water the longest. (E, NBC)

-Eleven singers hit the stage on "American Idol" again to compete for a spot in the coveted top 10. (CTV)

-For vocal stylings of a different variety check out "The Rick Mercer Report" as it features the comical host participating in a throat singing challenge in the 20th anniversary Arctic Winter Games. Other unique competitions highlighted in the episode include the knuckle hop, head pull, snowsnake, Alaskan high kick and sledge jump. (CBC)

-The British sci-fi drama "Primeval" has its season 2 premiere in Canada. The series follows a team of scientists as they battle dinosaurs in present-day Britain and investigate mysterious portals in time that connect the past to the present. (Space)

-"Harry Potter" fans may be surprised when watching tonight's "Extras" as it sees Daniel Radcliffe, who played the innocent Harry in the films, hamming it up with "staggeringly poor chat-up lines on anything female." (The Comedy Network)

-On the series "Most Evil," which delves into the minds of criminals, psychiatrist Michael Stone investigates what motivates women to kill and why female murderers usually strike at those closest to them. (Discovery Civilization Channel)

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Wednesday, March 19

-"Lewis Black: The Root of All Evil" has the caustic American comedian sitting in a courtroom judging pop culture arguments presented by various comedians. In this debut, Greg Giraldo and Patton Oswalt debate "the evils of Paris Hilton vs. Dick Cheney." (The Comedy Network)

-That's followed by the fifth-season debut of the "Cops" spoof show "Reno 911," featuring an appearance from Christina Applegate. (The Comedy Network)

-Soap star Lisa Peluso of "Another World" has a brief stint on "Law & Order," playing an art dealer who is found stoned to death. (CTV)

-"Survivor: Fans vs. Favourites" moves from its usual Thursday night slot to tonight. (Global, CBS)

-"Mad for Maddin" is a four-night celebration of offbeat Winnipeg director Guy Maddin's films. Kicking things off is an episode of "BravoFact Presents" highlighting some of Maddin's short films. Airing next is the Canadian television premiere of his silent feature film "Brand Upon the Brain." (Bravo)

-After posing with beef last week, the participants of "America's Next Top Model" take on a less stomach-turning task: a photo shoot on the streets of New York City. (Citytv, CW)

-On the charming "Men in Trees," the Marin-Jack relationship is still on shaky ground and Celia puts Patrick behind bars. (Citytv, ABC)

-It was five years ago tomorrow that the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq began. "CBC News: The Fifth Estate" examines the information the public received before and during that time, and how the region is faring today. (CBC)

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Thursday, March 20

-He may be known as one of the most conniving characters on "Lost," but Ben does have heart (sort of) when it comes to his daughter, Alex, and tonight he tries to save her from an impending attack on the island. This episode also sees Sayid confronting Ben's spy on the freighter. (CTV, ABC)

-On "Eli Stone," the troubled title character foresees an earthquake. (CTV, ABC)

-Speaking of which, the film "Shock Wave" on "The Doc Zone" examines how scientists are racing to develop warning systems for earthquakes and tsunamis. This is the first of a two-part special. (CBC)

-Nico of "Lipstick Jungle" re-examines her crumbling marriage after her husband, Charles, has a heart attack in this season finale. Meanwhile, Victory becomes the focus of attraction for both a hockey star and his wife. (A-Channel, NBC)

-The "Mad for Maddin" special that began last night continues with "Teardrops in the Snow," an on-set visual diary documenting the making of Winnipeg director Guy Maddin's musical comedy "The Saddest Music in the World." That's followed by the airing of that film, starring Isabella Rossellini, Mark McKinney and Maria de Medeiros. (Bravo)

-Bill Nye of "Bill Nye, the Science Guy" TV fame guest stars on "America's Most Smartest Model" to help the remaining models in a science fair. (Citytv)

-"The Celebrity Apprentice" sees two of the remaining four contestants cut from the competition. The final duo then battle it out in a charity auction and concert. (Global, NBC)

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Friday, March 21

-This is the UN-designated International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and marking the occasion is an airing of the Gemini Award-winning made-for-TV movie, "One Dead Indian." The movie, based on a Peter Edwards book, chronicles the Sept. 6, 1995, shooting of Dudley George in Ontario's Ipperwash Provincial Park. Also outlined is the subsequent trial of the provincial police officer charged in his death. (APTN)

-Yesterday was the first day of spring and retail mavens Anna and Kristina help viewers get in the mood with "The Shopping Bags: Gardening Special." (W Network)

-On "Nip/Tuck," Sean confronts Christian and Julia about yet another secret they've been keeping from him. Meanwhile, Matt - never one to be outdone by his parents' drama - bonds with his rehab counsellor, and Eden holds out an olive branch to Julia. (CTV)

-The 2001 comedy film "Legally Blonde" stars Reese Witherspoon as a budding lawyer with a penchant for pink and chihuahuas. The feature, which also stars Luke Wilson and Selma Blair, earned a Golden Globe nomination. (W Network)

-In the same lighthearted comedy vein is 2004's "Along Came Polly," starring Ben Stiller as an uptight insurance worker who falls for his extroverted former classmate, played by Jennifer Aniston (A-Channel)

-Other family-friendly film choices on the regular cable lineup include "Free Willy 3: The Rescue," "Edward Scissorhands" and "Harry's Case." (APTN)

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Saturday, March 22

-"Tila Tequila Spring Break" sees the Internet siren partying with a bunch of people on a beach in Florida. (MTV)

-On the "2008 National Aboriginal Achievement Awards," hosted by Larissa Tobacco, 14 recipients will be honoured. (Global)

-The always entertaining "Trading Spaces" has a divorced couple redesigning each other's bedroom. (TLC)

-Those in the mood for something darker have "Dracula: Pages From a Virgin's Diary." The film, from Winnipeg director Guy Maddin, is a ballet rendition of Bram Stoker's gothic novel "Dracula." The Royal Winnipeg Ballet is in the piece, which was shot in black and white with splashes of colour and set to the music of Gustav Mahler. The film won the 2002 International Emmy for best performing arts program. (Bravo)

-Looking for something meaty to settle in with? How about the nearly four-hour biblical epic "The Ten Commandments," about the life of Moses? The 1956 film, directed by Cecil B. DeMille and starring Charlton Heston, won an Academy Award for special effects. (ABC)

-The annual U.S. college basketball tournament known as "March Madness" is into its second round and serves as another good excuse to vegetate on the couch. (CBS)

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Sunday, March 23

-"Canada's Next Great Prime Minister" debuts for another season, with four ambitious young candidates getting grilled on current affairs and offering their solutions to national issues. Judges include former prime ministers Paul Martin, John Turner and Kim Campbell, and Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Danny Williams. The winner gets a $50,000 cash prize and a six-month paid internship with Magna, the Dominion Institute and the Fulbright program. (CBC)

-Airing next is the two-hour special "Afghanistan: Between Hope and Fear," focusing on Canadians' efforts to help the people of that country. Interviewed are Taliban soldiers and two young men willing to be suicide bombers. (CBC)

-Health-conscious tubers might want to PVR "The Truth About Food Marathon," with "Oprah Winfrey Show" regular Dr. Mehmet Oz discussing the secret powers in things we eat. (Discovery Health)

-Speaking of Winfrey, her hit reality show "Oprah's Big Give" has the seven contestants handing out hundreds of thousands of dollars to strangers in Miami. (CTV, ABC)

-Easter Sunday fare includes "Here Comes Peter Cottontail," a computer-animated sequel to the 1971 Rankin-Bass original (YTV); "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory," starring Gene Wilder (YTV); "It's the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown" (YTV); and "Riddles of the Bible." (National Geographic Channel)