1959 in Canadian television

The following is a list of events affecting Canadian television in 1959. Events listed include television show debuts, finales, cancellations, and channel launches.

Notable events

 * The CBC Television's cross-country television microwave network was extended to Newfoundland and Labrador.

Debuts

 * Chez Hélène (1959-1973)

Programs on-air this year

 * Country Canada (1954-2007)
 * CBC News Magazine (1952-1981)
 * The National (1954–present)
 * The C.G.E. Show (1952-1959)
 * Chez Hélène (1959-1973)
 * Circle 8 Ranch (1955-1978)
 * The Friendly Giant (1958-1985)
 * Front Page Challenge (1957-1995)
 * Hockey Night in Canada (1952–present)
 * Maggie Muggins (1955–1962)
 * Open House (1952-1962)
 * Wayne and Shuster Show (1958-1989)