2012/2013 Archive Page

Argo tells the story of a CIA plan to smuggle the hostages out of revolutionary Iran. W5 boils away the Hollywood fiction and hype, and tells the true story of how Canadians saved the Americans.

Coming out is toward the end of the process for our gay children, but for parents it’s the beginning. There is remarkably little written or support available for parents who want to protect and guide their children through this vulnerable transition. The stakes couldn’t be higher.

When you hear about human trafficking in the sex trade, most people have an image of women being smuggled into Canada from abroad and forced to work in seamy brothels. But there's a thriving trafficking trade right here at home.

Sexting scandals have made headlines everywhere and are challenging the police and educators. For the first time in Canada, a young woman who was the victim of a high school sexting scandal has come forward to reveal her story of shame, bullying and what she describes as justice denied.

W5 host and Chief Correspondent Lloyd Robertson takes viewers inside an investigation into dolphin-assisted therapy.

It’s called the F-35 -- a fighter jet described by its makers, Lockheed Martin, as the “pinnacle of more than 50 years of fighter technology.” It may turn out to be the marvel of engineering its makers claim, but so far, its critics say, it hasn’t been proven.

When Glenn Anderson was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, the first thing he did was thank the Russians, because “every time I played against them I ramped up my game.”

Former Mouseketeer and iconic movie star Annette Funicello stunned her fans when she announced in 1992 she had multiple sclerosis. Twenty years later, her husband is hoping a controversial treatment will help ease her condition.

'Prescription for Tragedy' investigates the prescription pill epidemic in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley, the growing number of kids and adults using and overdosing on opiates, and the alarming ease in getting prescription drugs on the street.

W5 turns the lens on Host and Chief Correspondent Lloyd Robertson, delivering an intimate look at the life and times of Canada’s iconic newsman on the eve of the publication of his autobiography.

On the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis, W5 takes a revealing new look at a time when the world came within mere minutes of an all-out nuclear war.

The Stratford Festival is abuzz as it welcomes Sudbury native Antoni Cimolino as the next Artistic Director of North America’s largest theatre company.

Victor Malarek investigates horrific stories of abuse and terror at a residential home that was supposed to protect vulnerable children. Exclusive interviews with victims, plus documents obtained by W5, reveal that both the home and government knew about the serious mistreatment of the children.

Victor Malarek uncovers a polygamous sect in Ontario and reveals disturbing stories of life inside: abuse, psychological torture, church 'wives' -- all to please "The Prophet."

Canadian soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder are getting help from 37 psychiatric service dogs in a program developed in Manitoba by George Leonard, a certified dog trainer who is part of an aboriginal group that has trained more than 350 service dogs of all kinds.

Celine Dion and Shania Twain, two Canadian superstars performing in Las Vegas, have taken very different paths to dealing with celebrity.

W5’s Tom Kennedy heads to a Manitoba hog farm, reporting on a hidden camera investigation that gives viewers a disturbing, inside glimpse into the practices that can be found at many factory farms which produce much of the meat that ends up on Canadians’ dinner tables.

Inspired by Spencer West’s approach to life and his incredible commitment to helping others, W5 asked him to share his views on life.

It’s hard to argue against a traffic ticket that involves public safety. But if you’re frustrated after getting a ticket for some minor violation, you’re not alone. In times past, a police officer would often give you a warning and send you on your way. Not anymore.

The broad strokes of Connor Stevenson's story about his near-death experience in the Eaton Centre are well known, but the fine points have only emerged over six months of rare access Connor's family gave to CTV’s W5 to document their journey back to life. 4

A ground-breaking W5 investigation into resident-on-resident abuse in long-term care homes has found that these attacks are far more common than ever thought: more than 10,000 'incidents' across Canada in one year.

Following a W5 investigation into abuse in long-term care facilities broadcast in March 2012, we received many emails and phone calls telling us of similar cases. Looking for national statistics, we discovered none are kept. We decided to compile our own.

W5 first reported on Sandra Gordon in 2006 as part of our investigation Criminal Immigrants. Back then we revealed that Gordon had a long criminal record and was under a deportation order. W5 has continued to probe her case, and we have this update.

The story of three young people shot down in cold blood, with a lone survivor to tell the tale, has touched producer Larry Day more than any other story in his 40 year journalism career.

W5 takes viewers underground with a look at a possibly deadly problem that may be lurking in your neighbourhood, with possible deadly results.

W5 updates its investigation into a heinous multiple murder-suicide that left three innocent victims dead and one survivor desperately clinging to life on Alberta’s Highway 2.

Widely available, Salvia gives users an intense high; but for some the drug-induced trips are dangerous nightmares.

Corporal Stuart Langridge came home from Afghanistan a broken soldier and the military failed to help him deal with despair, depression and substance abuse, until he finally took his own life.

The road to the conclave to choose a new Pope has its beginnings in a Medieval Italian town and the strangest gathering of Cardinals, ever.

Former Mouseketeer and iconic movie star Annette Funicello stunned her fans when she announced in 1992 she had multiple sclerosis. Twenty years later, her husband is hoping a controversial treatment will help ease her condition. Annette Funicello passed away on Monday, April 8 at Mercy Southwest Hospital in Bakersfield, CA, at the age of 70.

W5 joins the Toronto Star and the Miami Herald to investigate child sex tourism by Canadian pedophiles

Kevin Newman with Canada’s first Parliamentary Budget Officer, Kevin Page discovers how this blue-collar, hockey coach became Ottawa’s top financial whistleblower.

Tom Kennedy with an insightful conversation about what happened inside the conclave and what to expect from the new Pope.

The Automobile Protection Association turns its attention on the used car market in Vancouver this year – and finds dealer deceit, extra fees and dangerous cars.

This year’s survey visited 20 dealers in the Greater Vancouver area. As in years past APA’s mystery shoppers chose the sellers based on advertisements. We were looking for good deals on used cars.

There are several steps you should take to protect yourself when buying a used car. A visual check will seldom reveal the extent of work that may have been performed on a car in a collision - a crash that could result in an unsafe vehicle.

There are several steps you should take to protect yourself when buying a used car. A visual check will seldom reveal the extent of work that may have been performed on a car in a collision - a crash that could result in an unsafe vehicle.

When W5 followed the APA to car lots with our hidden cameras, it turned out that more than half of them wanted more money than the advertised price.

The Automobile Protection Agency offers advice on how to protect yourself when buying a used vehicle.

W5’s “Crisis in Care” revealed a startling picture of violence in seniors' care homes across Canada: an estimated 10,000 resident-on-resident attacks each year. A month later, news of another tragic case.