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On March 12, 1961 at 12 noon, a significant moment in Canadian broadcast history took place when CJOH TV began broadcasting on Channel 13. Television viewing in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec would change forever. Now, 50 years later we celebrate a half century of serving you, and sharing together in the community fabric of where we live and who we are. Thank you for making us the most-watched television station in Canada's Capital. And here's to the many more wonderful years together, yet to come.

50 Years of CTV

50 Years of CTV: a Timeline

50 Years of CTV: a Timeline

View our interactive timeline for the best of CTV Ottawa's 50 year history.

The Early Years

Max Keeping

Max Keeping

A Legacy of News and Community Leadership

CTV Ottawa anchor Max Keeping delivered his last newscast on March 26, 2010, after almost 40 years sitting behind the anchor desk.

Max's Last Newcast

Max's Last Newscast

Goodbyes after Max's final show

CTV Ottawa staff pay tribute to their colleague and beloved friend

Viewers visit CTV Ottawa

After the fire: Behind the scenes of the CTV newsroom

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CTV Ottawa celebrates 50 Years: Part One
CTV Ottawa celebrates 50 years: Part Two
CTV Ottawa celebrates 50 years: Part Three
50 years: How technology is changing broadcasting
50 Years: Long-time employees share their memories
50 Years: CTV celebrates 50 years in Ottawa
50 Years: Max's memories
50 Years: Premier McGuinty congratulates CTV Ottawa
50 Years: Viewers share their memories of CTV
50 Years: The legacy left behind by CJOH sports anchors
50 Years: Comedian Rich Little reflects on his time at CJOH
50 Years: TSN's James Duthie offers CTV a special anniversary wish
50 years: A look back at the news and Regional Contact
50 Years: Memorable shows like 'You Can't Do That on Television'
50 Years: Bill Luxton receives Lorraine Ansell ACTRA Award
50 years: Building a television station

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Read viewers' memories of CTV in their community.