TORONTO, March 25, 2026 – Today, Shaftesbury was recognized by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television by receiving 15 nominations across five series. These series include Murdoch Mysteries, Hell Motel, Irish Blood, Ruby and the Well, and Macy Murdoch.
“Now more than ever, it’s essential to recognize and celebrate Canadian talent – both in front of and behind the camera,” said Christina Jennings, President and Chairman, Shaftesbury. “Their creativity and dedication drive the work we see on screen, shaping stories that resonate with Canadians and reach audiences around the world.”
MURDOCH MYSTERIES – 5 nominations
Best Supporting Performer, Drama Series
Kataem O’Connor
Best Production Design or Art Direction, Fiction
Bob Sher
Best Costume Design
Joanna Syrokomla
Best Achievement in Makeup
Debi Drennan
Best Achievement in Hair
Shirley Bond
MACY MURDOCH – 3 nominations
Best Lead Performer, Children’s or Youth
Shailyn Pierre-Dixon
Best Direction, Children’s or Youth
Katie Boland
Best Writing, Children’s or Youth
Jay Vaidya
RUBY AND THE WELL – 3 nominations
Best Original Music, Drama
Robert Carli, Lora Bidner
Best Supporting Performer, Children’s or Youth
Kristopher Turner
Best Direction, Children’s or Youth
Felipe Rodriguez
HELL MOTEL – 3 nominations
Best Supporting Performer, Drama
Yanna McIntosh
Best Guest Performance, Drama Series
Eric McCormack
Best Achievement in Make-Up
Melanie Quiqq, Karly Madill, Alexandra Anger, Monica Pavez, Sava Zeranska
IRISH BLOOD – 1 nomination
Best Supporting Performer, Drama
Wendy Crewson
About Shaftesbury
Shaftesbury is an award-winning creator and producer of original content, founded by Christina Jennings, Chairman and President. For more than three decades, the company has been at the forefront of Canadian screen-based storytelling, building internationally successful series and franchises that reach audiences worldwide. Shaftesbury’s productions include the globally acclaimed drama Murdoch Mysteries, now in its 19th season, and Hudson & Rex, both airing in over 120 countries. One of Canada’s longest-running dramas, Murdoch Mysteries has generated more than $1 billion in economic output in Ontario and contributed over $766 million to Canada’s GDP. The series has expanded into new formats and audience experiences, including live symphony performances, educational initiatives, immersive fan activations, and the digital companion series Macy Murdoch, which extends the Murdoch Mysteries universe onto Roblox. Shaftesbury’s portfolio spans scripted drama, comedy, and genre programming, including the horror anthology Slasher and its latest instalment Hell Motel, the international thriller Departure which went to #1 on Netflix in 40 countries, the Irish-Canadian co-production SisterS, and Irish Blood, Acorn TV’s highest-rated series. Current projects include the dark crime drama The Borderline, now streaming on Crave, the upcoming comedy series Slo Pitch, and Granville Girls, a newly announced Netflix series.