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CORUS ENTERTAINMENT APPLAUDS ITS CREATIVE TEAMS AND PRODUCTION PARTNERS ON 65 CANADIAN SCREEN AWARDS NOMINATIONS

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

"Corus is proud to celebrate our esteemed production partners on the well-deserved recognition from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television," said Troy Reeb, Executive Vice President, Networks and Content, Corus Entertainment.

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  • "Corus is proud to celebrate our esteemed production partners on the well-deserved recognition from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television," said Troy Reeb, Executive Vice President, Networks and Content, Corus Entertainment.
  • See below for the full list of Corus' 2024 Canadian Screen Awards nominations.
  • ET Canada is up for four awards including Best Entertainment News Program or Series and Best Host, Talk Show or Entertainment News for the entire team of hosts and reporters.
  • Lastly, now in its astounding 12th season, Canadian reality hit Big Brother Canada scored two nominations this year, including Best Reality/Competition Program or Series.

Spin Master Reveals 2024 Top Toy Trends - Jam Packed with Innovation, Imagination, and a Dash of Magic

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

With a deep understanding of play, Spin Master rounds up its five top toy trends and a portfolio of new launches that reimagine everyday play.

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  • With a deep understanding of play, Spin Master rounds up its five top toy trends and a portfolio of new launches that reimagine everyday play.
  • These must-haves, keep forever or hand-me-down-worthy items sustain the fun, extending the product lifecycle while preserving play for future generations.
  • Featuring authentic details kids can go on action -packed missions and recreate iconic scenes from the show with the pups in their signature vehicle.
  • (Fall 2024; $39.99; Age 3+)
    o This Fall, Spin Master will deliver hands-on play to Ms. Rachel's avid fanbase of babies, toddlers and parents.

™PAW Patrol: Adventure Play Helps Save The Day at The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kids and families can now play and save the day with the heroic PAW Patrol pups, at the brand-new PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibit, open to the public February 17, 2024, at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.

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  • DEARBORN, Mich., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kids and families can now play and save the day with the heroic PAW Patrol pups, at the brand-new PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibit, open to the public February 17, 2024, at the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation.
  • The hands-on, immersive PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibit is a fun way for the whole family to learn bravery and heroism, with exciting stories.
  • The whole family will learn how to combine their skills to problem-solve together and save the day.
  • PAW Patrol: Adventure Play was produced by The Children's Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Nickelodeon.

Licensing International Foundation Honors Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal at 2023 Hall of Fame Event

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $340+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, today celebrated the induction of Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal to the Licensing International Hall of Fame.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Licensing International , the leading trade association for the $340+ billion global brand licensing industry, and the Licensing International Foundation , which supports the education of future licensing leaders, today celebrated the induction of Pam Kaufman, Cindy Levitt, and Carole Postal to the Licensing International Hall of Fame.
  • Established in 1989, the Licensing International Hall of Fame is home to the most esteemed global licensing executives of the last three decades.
  • In addition to honoring Kaufman, Levitt, and Postal, the 2023 Hall of Fame event recognized rising talent already making strides in the licensing industry.
  • “The impact Pam, Cindy, and Carole have had on the global brand licensing industry cannot be overstated,” said Maura Regan, President of Licensing International.

EQS-News: tonies delivers excellent Q3 revenue growth of 46% and is on course to achieve revenue of EUR 354m and positive adjusted EBITDA in FY 2023

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Monday, December 25, 2023

In the first nine months of 2023, revenue grew by +38.9% YoY to EUR 191.9 million (9M 2022: EUR 138.2 million).

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  • In the first nine months of 2023, revenue grew by +38.9% YoY to EUR 191.9 million (9M 2022: EUR 138.2 million).
  • Revenue in the US reached EUR 26.3 million, reflecting growth of +109.1% compared to the prior-year quarter.
  • This implies revenue growth for the group of +37% YoY and for the US of +77% YoY.
  • tonies also expects a positive adjusted EBITDA margin for full-year 2023 (2022: -2.4%).

Spin Master Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Spin Master Corp. ("Spin Master" or the "Company") (TSX: TOY) ( www.spinmaster.com ), a leading global children's entertainment company, today announced its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Spin Master Corp. ("Spin Master" or the "Company") (TSX: TOY) ( www.spinmaster.com ), a leading global children's entertainment company, today announced its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023.
  • "We delivered a strong third quarter with increased revenue across all our three creative centres," said Max Rangel, Spin Master's Global President & CEO.
  • "Our results in the third quarter reflect the diversified nature of our three creative centre revenue streams.
  • During the second quarter of 2023, the Company acquired assets from a games and puzzles company for purchase consideration of $3.3 million.

AWARD-WINNING TONIES NOW AVAILABLE IN WALMART STORES FOR THE FIRST TIME

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Monday, October 30, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- tonies - the original screen-free audio entertainment system for young children - announced today that the brand is now available in Walmart stores for the first time ever.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- tonies - the original screen-free audio entertainment system for young children - announced today that the brand is now available in Walmart stores for the first time ever.
  • While tonies has previously been sold on Walmart.com, customers can now discover the award-winning Toniebox, Tonie figurines and accessories in over 1,600 Walmart stores nationwide.
  • "At tonies, we revel in the electrifying, hands-on allure that the Toniebox offers," said Christoph Frehsee, Managing Director of tonies USA.
  • "We're absolutely ecstatic that Walmart's shoppers can now immerse themselves in the magic of Tonies and the Toniebox right within their stores!"

What's Trending in the Toy Box? The Toy Insider™ Experts Dish on What's Hot to Help Holiday Shoppers Find Toys Sure to "Wow" Kids and Kidults

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

 NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toy Insider, the toy industry's most influential organization and a trusted go-to resource for parents and gift-givers, revealed the top toy trends of 2023 and expert toy picks from each trend for effortless holiday shopping. As inflation persists in toy aisles this holiday season, consumers should prepare to add a couple more dollars to their budget and shop early to find trending toys at the best price.

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  • "We're seeing trusted classics—dolls, stuffed animals, active toys and activity kits—undergo a modern-day renaissance for today's kids.
  • Plus, a rapidly growing assortment of options for adults proves grown-ups just want to have fun, too!"
  • Shoppers can choose from a wide range of trending toys, with something for every budget, using The Toy Insider's 18th annual Holiday Gift Guide .
  • More grownups are playing with toys than ever, and toy companies are making toys with kids at heart in mind.

Walmart Canada Releases their Much-Anticipated Top Toys List of 2023

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Walmart Canada is unveiling its much-anticipated Top Toy List for 2023 which includes gifting options for every age group, interest and budget (both in-store and online via www.walmart.ca ).

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  • Walmart Canada is unveiling its much-anticipated Top Toy List for 2023 which includes gifting options for every age group, interest and budget (both in-store and online via www.walmart.ca ).
  • This year's list includes the most-wanted toys for kids (and kids at heart!)
  • As Canadians' #1 choice to save on holiday shopping**, Walmart helps the holiday budget stretch further, with all top toys available at Rollback prices throughout the season.
  • "At Walmart Canada, we believe that every child deserves the joy of receiving toys they love, especially during the holidays," said Hilary Wingate, the Senior Director of Toys.

Curiosity Ink Media Lays Foundation for Fun: Announces Major Cats vs Pickles Licensing Deal With Well Played Toys

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Monday, October 9, 2023

This licensing partnership with Well Played Toys is poised to introduce a diverse and innovative range of Cats vs Pickles products to the market.

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  • This licensing partnership with Well Played Toys is poised to introduce a diverse and innovative range of Cats vs Pickles products to the market.
  • Managing the phenomenal VS World property, where the uniqueness of quirky and unexpected friendships shine, Curiosity Ink is committed to supporting the growing Cats vs Pickles fandom, a group that consistently collects 80 or more distinctive and charming characters.
  • The anticipated new product line is slated to hit retail shelves by Q2 2024, offering fans new options to expand and display their Cats vs Pickles collections.
  • “We are beyond excited to be a part of the Cats vs Pickles universe,” said David Gardiner, president and co-founder of Well Played Toys.