Option
Description
14+ (Programming
Parents are strongly cautioned to
contains themes or
exercise discretion in permitting
content which may not
viewing by pre-teens and early teens.
be suitable for viewers
under the age of 14)
18+ (Adult)
May contain violence integral to the
development of the plot, character or
theme, intended for adult audiences.
May contain graphic language and
explicit portrayals of nudity and/or
sex.
Canadian French Language ratings
The Canadian French Language ratings are for TV programs in
French broadcast in Canada.
Option
Description
G (General)
Programming intended for audiences
of all ages. Contains no violence, or
the violence it contains is minimal or is
depicted appropriately with humor or
caricature or in an unrealistic manner.
8 ans+ (8+ General –
Programming intended for a broad
Not recommended for
audience but contains light or
young children)
occasional violence that could disturb
young children. Viewing with an adult
is recommended for young children
(under the age of 8).
13 ans+
Viewing with an adult is strongly
(Programming may
recommended for children under the
not be suitable for
age of 13.
children under the age
of 13)
16 ans+
Contains frequent scenes of violence
(Programming is not
or intense violence.
suitable for children
under the age of 16)
18 ans+
Contains constant violence or scenes
(Programming
of extreme violence.
restricted to adults)
US
11
(US)