Smithsonian Channel
Canada
Smithsonian Channel is a Canadian television service that draws on archival footage and documentary storytelling to explore topics in science, history, nature, and culture. Its programming typically includes long-form documentaries and series that examine subjects such as aviation, space exploration, wildlife, and world events. The channel is available to viewers in Canada through cable and satellite providers, and some content may also be accessible via streaming platforms or on-demand services. The focus remains on factual, non-fiction material rather than entertainment or reality-based shows.
Programme
07:00 - 08:00
How the Nazis Lost the War
The Enemy Within
Series, Documentary, History
In pursuit of their Aryan dream, the Nazis were encumbered by an ideological war from within that would undermine their ability to succeed in World War II.
08:00 - 09:00
Greatest Escapes of World War II
Documentary, War, History
Take a look at some of the escapes that took place during World War II.
09:00 - 10:00
Extreme Weather Salvage
Bladerunner
Series, Weather, Reality
The team must remove thousands of wrecked cars from the hull before it becomes an environmental disaster; repairing a vessel before the waters of the River Solent flood the hull.
10:00 - 11:00
World's Most Scenic River Journeys
The St Lawrence
Series, Documentary, Travel
The St. Lawrence River is one that forged North America, allowing ships to traverse the continent; the adventure begins in Canada's first capital city of Kingston and near Canada's second-largest city of Montreal.
11:00 - 12:00
Mysteries From Above
Disasters
Series, Documentary
Examine mysterious holes in Israel; explore a ghost village hidden in the Colombian jungle, a shipwreck off the coast of Sri Lanka and a gutted airplane fuselage abandoned in Iceland.
12:00 - 13:00
Extreme Weather Salvage
Pirates and Tornadoes
Series, Weather, Reality
Salvage crews work to install the world's largest environmental protection barrier; flying into a highly volatile region, crews battle pirates, tornadoes, and riots to salvage a wrecked cargo ship.
13:00 - 14:00
World's Most Scenic River Journeys
The St Lawrence
Series, Documentary, Travel
The St. Lawrence River is one that forged North America, allowing ships to traverse the continent; the adventure begins in Canada's first capital city of Kingston and near Canada's second-largest city of Montreal.
14:00 - 15:00
Mysteries From Above
Disasters
Series, Documentary
Examine mysterious holes in Israel; explore a ghost village hidden in the Colombian jungle, a shipwreck off the coast of Sri Lanka and a gutted airplane fuselage abandoned in Iceland.
15:00 - 16:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Without a Trace
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Look into the strange disappearance of the Lost Colony of Roanoke in 1590, then discover how the Hope Diamond was stolen during the French Revolution; pinpoint new clues that could explain why the USS Cyclops vanished in 1918 in the Bermuda Triangle.
16:00 - 17:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
The Price of Fame
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Contemplate the strange disappearance and reappearance of the master of macabre, Edgar Allan Poe, just before his death in 1849; explore the chilling rumor that Shakespeare's grave was robbed, then chase down thieves who stole the Mona Lisa in 1911.
17:00 - 18:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Suspicious Circumstances
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Investigate the sudden death of a tycoon linked to King Tut's tomb; search for three lighthouse keepers who vanished from the Flannan Isles, then analyze the gruesome, unexplained deaths of nine hikers at the Dyatlov Pass in the Ural Mountains.
18:00 - 19:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Royal Scandals
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Uncover how a royal imprisoned two princes and took the British throne; ponder how the Irish crown jewels were stolen from a locked safe inside Dublin Castle, then see if the death of Amy Robsart at Elizabeth I's court was an accident or murder.
19:00 - 20:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Fog of War
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Hunt for the Amber Room, a Nazi-looted treasure that disappeared in 1944; track the final flight of bandleader Glenn Miller over the English Channel, then re-examine the arrest of Anne Frank to see if she was betrayed or a victim of coincidence.
20:00 - 21:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Above the Law
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Question whether Napoleon Bonaparte was poisoned in exile, then find out whose bones were buried underneath Benjamin Franklin's London home; analyze evidence that suggests that Grand Duchess Anastasia may have escaped the 1918 Romanov massacre.
21:00 - 22:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
The Ones that Got Away
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Joining the manhunt for three inmates who escaped Alcatraz in 1962; following the trail of pirate Henry Avery after he pulled off a massive heist in 1695, then stalking Axeman of New Orleans, a serial killer who taunted police but spared jazz lovers.
22:00 - 23:00
History Unsolved: The Investigation Files
Reign of Terror
Series, History, Crime, Mystery
Revisit the crimes of Jack the Ripper as investigators try to ID his first victim; chase the Mad Gasser, who terrorized an Illinois town in 1944, then hunt for the Servant Girl Annihilator, a killer who stalked Austin, Texas, in the darkness.
23:00 - 00:00
Greatest Escapes of World War II
Documentary, War, History
Take a look at some of the escapes that took place during World War II.