Most of the really weird programs for kids came along after I was a kid myself. Kid shows in Canada were a breeding ground for strange concepts.
Never heard of Beetleborgs, but the name made me think of the Doodlebops. These three had a weird relationship with their bus driver. Like what band gives the spotlight to their driver? And their manager seemed to have more talent than they did.
When I watch IT'S ALWAYS SUNNY IN PHILADELPHIA, I feel like the creators of that saw THE DOODLEBOPS and decided to use them as the basis for their show--but with less music. Both shows started in 2005.