SETTLE DOWN Leads 2026 Canadian Screen Award Nominations in Digital with Nine Nods for Border2Border Entertainment
- Jan 20
- 3 min read
Updated: Mar 30
Toronto, ON – March 30, 2026 — The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television has officially announced the nominees for the 2026 Canadian Screen Awards, with SETTLE DOWN, the hit scripted comedy from Border2Border Entertainment, emerging as the most-nominated digital series of the year.
SETTLE DOWN leads all digital media contenders with nine nominations, solidifying Border2Border Entertainment as a powerhouse in Canada’s scripted comedy landscape.
The series earned an impressive five nominations in the Best Supporting Performance, Web Program or Series category, with standout performances from Nadine Bhabha, Izad Etemadi, Josette Jorge, Tymika Tafari, and Leighton Alexander Williams.
Series creator and star Alexander Nunez received nominations for Best Lead Performance and Best Writing, while SETTLE DOWN also secured two nominations for Best Picture Editing for Anna Catley and Arielle Skolnik.
In addition to the success of SETTLE DOWN, Alexander Nunez earned further recognition in the television category for his work on the CBC comedy Small Achievable Goals, which received multiple nominations including Best Lead Performer for creators and stars Meredith MacNeill and Jennifer Whalen, Best Supporting Performer for Tricia Blackand Nunez, and Best Ensemble Performance.
Border2Border Entertainment also celebrates nominations for the lifestyle series County Blooms, which it distributes on behalf of JPO & Co. The series received nominations for Best Host and Best Lifestyle or Documentary Series, further highlighting the company’s diverse content slate.
Other nominees in the Best Web Program or Series category include 18 to 35, Coming Home, Cows Come Home, Everybody’s Meg, and CBC Gem’s You’re My Hero. Notably, 18 to 35 earned five nominations, while Coming Home, Cows Come Home, and Dying Seconds each received four.
The 2026 Canadian Screen Awards will take place from May 27–31, 2026, culminating in a national broadcast gala simulcast across CBC, Bell Media, and Corus Entertainment platforms.
A full list of nominees is available via the Canadian Academy.
After an exciting year for Settle Down, Canadian Screen Awards nominee voting is officially open. We wanted to reach out to our community with a heartfelt ask:
If you’re a voting member of the Academy, we would be so thankful if you’d consider Settle Down when casting your ballots: http://portal.academy.ca/
Why Your Vote Matters
Independent series like ours thrive because people show up for them. Our cast and crew did just that every day on set. Many of you have continued to show up by watching, sharing, and cheering us on. Your support is vital!
Canadian Screen Awards For Your Consideration
Settle Down is officially in consideration for the following awards:
Best Lead Performance, Web Program or Series
Entrant: Alexander Nunez
Episode: 102 Anxious-Avoidant
Best Supporting Performance, Web Program or Series
Entrants:
Leighton Alexander Williams Episode: 105 Dissonance
Tymika Tafari Episode: 106 I’ve Got Butterflies!
Izad Etemadi Episode: 102 Anxious-Avoidant
Nadine Bhabha Episode: 103 First-Date Jitters
Josette Jorge Episode: 102 Anxious-Avoidant
Best Writing, Web Program or Series
Entrant: Alexander Nunez
Episode: 101 Putting in the Work
Best Picture Editing, Web Program or Series
Entrants:
Anna Catley Episode: 103 First-Date Jitters
Arielle Skolnik Episode: 106 I’ve Got Butterflies!
Voting is open now and runs until February 12, 2026.
A Quick Look Back
Need a quick refresher? Here’s the trailer:
We’re so proud of what this team has created. We’re thankful to everyone who helped bring these hilarious (and painfully relatable) love stories to life. Supporting Canadian storytelling means a lot to all of us in the industry right now. We’re lucky to be surrounded by people who care about it as much as we do.
The Impact of Your Support
Thanks again for watching, supporting, and rooting for Settle Down. If you’re able to vote, we truly appreciate your consideration. It really does make a difference in our ability to continue making TV shows and movies like Settle Down right here in Canada.
Join the Conversation
We would love to hear your thoughts! What did you enjoy most about Settle Down? Did you have a favorite character or episode? Share your feedback with us on social media. Your voice matters!
