Big Time Decent Productions Inc. Announces Partnership with TVO and TVF International on Premium Limited Documentary Series Canada From Above

Three-Part One-Hour Aerial TVO Original Documentary Series Explores Quebec, Yukon, and the Canadian Rockies Through Cinematic Storytelling

VANCOUVER, BC — June 11, 2026 — Big Time Decent Productions Inc. (BTD), the

Canadian production company behind internationally recognized factual and documentary programming, today announced a new partnership with TVO and TVF International to commission the premium limited documentary series Canada From Above, a cinematic three-part, one-hour aerial exploration of some of the country's most breathtaking and culturally significant regions.

Currently in production, the TVO Original series Canada From Above will feature three

distinct episodes: Quebec From Above, Yukon From Above, and The Rockies From Above, each capturing the landscapes, people, industries, wildlife, and untold stories that define these iconic Canadian regions. Combining large-format aerial cinematography with immersive storytelling, the series is designed for both domestic and international audiences seeking premium factual entertainment with global appeal. The series is produced in association with TVF, who is handling international distribution for the series, bringing Canada From Above to audiences around the world.

The narrator and official release date for the series will be announced at a later date.

"Canada offers some of the most spectacular and diverse geography of anywhere in the world, and this series is about presenting those places with scale, emotion, and cinematic ambition," said Matthew Shewchuk, Founder and Executive Producer of Big Time Decent Productions Inc.. "From the rugged wilderness of the Yukon to the dramatic peaks of the Rockies and the cultural richness of Quebec, Canada From Above is designed to celebrate the country through a visually unforgettable lens. We're thrilled to partner with TVO and TVF International to bring this project to audiences across Canada and beyond."

The series will utilize state-of-the-art aerial filming technologies and cinematic documentary techniques to deliver sweeping visuals alongside grounded, human-centred storytelling. Production spans multiple provinces and territories and will feature a combination of helicopter, drone, and specialty aerial cinematography.

"Canada From Above offers a powerful way to see and better understand the country we live in, bringing together stunning aerial cinematography and the kind of immersive and educational storytelling TVO is known for,” said Aidan Denison, Interim Commissioning Editor of TVO Docs. “By exploring our landscapes and communities the series invites audiences to deepen their understanding of Canada in a way that is both engaging and accessible.”

Sam Joyce, Senior Acquisitions Manager at TVF International commented, “We are

delighted to be partnering with TVO and Big Time Decent on this aerial event series. BTD’s ambitious, dynamic and human approach to capturing the awe-inspiring nature of Canada and the stories it tells promises something truly special for broadcasters and audiences of premium aerial travel documentaries the world over.”

The partnership marks another major step forward in BTD's continued expansion into

premium documentary and internationally marketable factual programming. The company has built a reputation for producing visually dynamic and character-driven content across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms.

Additional details regarding premiere timing and narration casting will be announced in the coming months.

About Big Time Decent Productions Inc.

Founded in 2017 by award-winning producer-director Matthew Shewchuk, Big Time Decent Productions is a Vancouver-based production company that produces unscripted and scripted series, feature films, and digital content from development through post-production and global distribution via its in-house facilities and distribution arm, Big Time Decent International. The company is known for hit series including Rust Valley Restorers (History, Netflix), The Last Captains (Crave), and Yukon Rescue (Nat Geo), and its upcoming drama series Adapting, premiering on AMI this summer. For more information, visit bigtimedecent.com or @bigtimedecent.

About TVO Media Education Group

TVO Media Education Group inspires learning that changes lives and enriches communities. Founded in 1970, we are a globally recognized digital learning organization that engages Ontarians of all ages with inclusive experiences and diverse perspectives. Through our brands TVO Learn, TVO ILC, TVOkids and TVO Today, we’re investing in the transformative potential of education for everyone. TVO is a registered charity funded in part by the Province of Ontario and supported by thousands of sponsors and donors. Visit TVO.me for more information.

About TVF International

TVF International is the UK's leading independent factual distributor, with 40 years'

experience connecting premium factual and documentary programming from some of the world's most innovative producers with broadcasters and platforms across the globe.

Media Contacts

Big Time Decent Productions Inc. Media Relations: info@bigtimedecent.com

TVO Media Relations: ggrant@tvo.org

TVF International Sales: sales@tvf.co.uk