Ganz Press Releases 2012

Ganz Press Releases

2013 Press Releases

	TCG and Ganz Form Strategic Partnership TORONTO, May, 2013 – TCG and Ganz, two leaders in the world of children’s toys and games, have formed a strategic partnership that merges the expertise and consumer-focused approach to product of both companies. read more
	The Mom’s Choice Awards® Names NAKAMAS™ and AMAZING WORLD™ Among Best in Family-Friendly Products and Media TORONTO, Feb. 27, 2013 – Ganz is proud to announce that two of its’ popular kids sites, NAKAMAS and AMAZING WORLD, have been recognized as providing excellence in family-friendly fun. read more

2012 Press Releases

	Survey says parents recognize technology benefits to connect as a famil but still struggle to keep up with the kids. TORONTO, Nov. 19, 2012 – A recent survey conducted by ORC International* on behalf of the creators of Webkinz reveals that while nearly 50 percent of parents believe technology is a great way to connect as a family, the majority (70 percent) still struggle with keeping up with their kids saying it’s time consuming, expensive or endless. read more
	The Webkinz Brand Expands with a Social Game on the iPad for Family-Friendly Fun On-The-Go TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2012 Whether playing an online game, or video-chatting across distances, technology has become a catalyst for family time, changing the ways in which we interact. read more
	Ganz Acquires Popular Midwest-CBK Gift, Holiday, Home and Outdoor Décor Brand October 2012, Toronto, Canada — After launching 4 exciting new games for players of all ages, the new Ganz Ambassador program invites kids and their families to play and test the sites…and to tell Ganz Studios what they think! read more
	Ganz launches 4 new Ambassador Programs September 2012, Toronto, Canada — After launching 4 exciting new games for players of all ages, the new Ganz Ambassador program invites kids and their families to play and test the sites…and to tell Ganz Studios what they think! read more
	Dr. Toy names Amazing World to Top 100 of 2012 and one of 10 Best High-Tech Toys of 2012 August 2012, Toronto, Canada — You’ve never seen a world like this before! This vibrant world is bursting with energy and more wacky characters than you can imagine. Wander through a kaleidoscope of colorful settings, make new friends and play hundreds of challenges and quests. read more
	Introducing Nakamas™! The Future of Friendship Friendship is the key to Nakamas™, our newest line of beautifully designed plush toys and our newest virtual world for girls. Each of the Nakamas plush toys wears a unique ‘handmade’ friendship bracelet and includes a collectible child size version of the matching friendship bracelet! read more
	Introducing Amazing World™ a Wacky 3D Virtual World Where Creativity is Limitless July 2012, Toronto, Canada—You’ve never seen a world like this before! This vibrant world is bursting with energy and more wacky characters than you can imagine. Wander through a kaleidoscope of colorful settings, make new friends and play hundreds of challenges and quests. read more
	Introducing Tail Towns Friends™ from Ganz June 2012, Toronto, Canada—Ganz believes 2012 is the year that the gift industry goes digital. With hundreds of millions of players worldwide engaging in social gaming (70% women*!), we’re introducing Tail Towns Friends™ on Facebook, a social game that invites women to plant, grow and design garden spaces with unique country retreats. read more
	New Collections, New Programs for Gift Stores: Big Things Are Happening at Ganz! June 2012, Toronto Canada—the world is changing and so are we! We’ve got lots of exciting new lines and great programs; we’ve grown our offerings with on-trend fashion accessories, customizable gifts and plush. read more
	Webkinz leads the way in social gaming co-play! MAY 16, 2012 - TORONTO, CANADA. Ganz, creator of Webkinz World™, the original kids' online world, is excited to introduce a game-changing innovation in family-friendly virtual fun: Webkinz Friends™ on Facebook. read more
	Ganz Acquires Popular BEYOND A BAG® JANUARY, 2012 - TORONTO, CANADA. Ganz has purchased BEYOND A BAG®, the stylish multi-use bag company started by traveler and entrepreneur Wendy Knecht. read more
	The Caring Valley helps raise awareness for 4 new charities on Webkinz World site. JANUARY, 2012 - TORONTO, CANADA. Webkinz World™ members now have the chance to learn about 4 new charities when they plant virtual trees in The Caring Valley™. Webkinz World, the leading children's online world, introduced The Caring Valley to help members learn about giving while they plant and play. Webkinz Foundation will be making donations to each charity. read more

2011 Press Releases

	Webkinz World™ Teams up with Teen Jazz Sensation Nikki Yanofsky to Support Breast Cancer Awareness in a New Campaign "I Dream in Pink" TORONTO, ON (SEPTEMBER, 2011) - Ganz, the creator of Webkinz World™, is teaming up with teen jazz sensation Nikki Yanofsky to record a special version of "I Dream in Pink", as part of a wide-reaching campaign aiming to raise funds for breast cancer. read more
	The Caring Valley welcomes 4 new charities to Webkinz World TORONTO, ON (SEPTEMBER, 2011) - Webkinz World™ members now have the chance to learn about 4 new charities when they plant virtual trees in The Caring Valley™. Webkinz World, the leading children’s online world, introduced The Caring Valley to help members learn about giving while they plant and play. read more
	Webkinz World to tell kids to "Go Outside and Play" TORONTO, ON (SEPTEMBER , 2011) - Joining Nickelodeon's eighth annual Worldwide Day of Play initiative on Sept. 24, for the first time ever the Webkinz World™ site will 'shut down' from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (EST), encouraging kids to go outside and play. read more
	Ganz presents the I Dream in Pink campaign benefiting breast cancer awareness TORONTO, ON (SEPTEMBER , 2011) - Webkinz World's wide-reaching October 2011 campaign to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer will embrace both virtual and real-world elements. read more
	Ganz Parent Club: a great new online property! TORONTO, ON (SEPTEMBER , 2011) - Ganz announces the Ganz Parent Club, a new way for parents of Webkinz World™ members to earn KinzCash™ and exclusive Webkinz™ items for their children. read more
	Ganz Acquires Danielson Designs TORONTO, ON (AUGUST , 2011) - Ganz today announces it has purchased Danielson Designs, the popular gift and home décor company located in Trinidad, Colorado. read more
	Adventure Park - A Whole New Way to have Fun in Webkinz World! TORONTO, ON (JULY, 2011) - Webkinz World™ has a new neighborhood, where members with Adventure Series pets can go on quests, complete challenges and explore! read more
	Children’s site Webkinz World™ is awarding unique virtual bunnies TORONTO, ON (MARCH, 2011) - In what may be a first for virtual worlds, popular children’s site Webkinz World™ is awarding unique virtual bunnies in conjunction with HOP, the upcoming family comedy from the creators of Despicable Me. read more
	Webkinz Pets in Gift Bags honoring 83rd Academy Awards TORONTO, ON (FEBRUARY 24, 2011) - Webkinz Signature™ pets are part of the sought-after gift bag handed out at the Red Carpet Style Lounge in honor of the 83rd Academy Awards. read more

2010 Press Releases

	Webkinz World Accounts Will no Longer Expire! DECEMBER 22, Webkinz World® has a very special gift for their millions of members—their Webkinz accounts will no longer expire!read more
	Webkinz World puts Kinzville on the Map! DECEMBER 8, 2010 Webkinz® today launches the first phase of an exciting site revamp, unveiling for the first time a map of Kinzville. Webkinz World will never be the same!read more
	The Caring Valley welcomes 5 new charities to Webkinz World DECEMBER 1, 2010 Webkinz World® members now have the chance to learn about 5 new charities when they plant virtual trees in The Caring Valley™. Over $1.3 Million dollars has already been donated to child-focused charities...read more
	New Webkinz Song Releases on iTunes, Proceeds Benefit Breast Cancer Charities OCTOBER 1, 2010 Webkinz®, the original and most successful plush toy with an online world, is today releasing the October Pet of the Month song for sale on iTunes® - with proceeds of sales being directed to breast cancer charities...read more
	Popular Kids' Site Webkinz® goes Mobile with new iPhone Games! SEPTEMBER 21, 2010 - Webkinz, the original and most successful plush toy with an online world, has leapt out of the browser and into the mobile space on the popular iPhone®, iPod® touch and iPad® platforms. read more
	Webkinz World meets the 'real world'! JUNE 30, 2010 - For the first time ever, Webkinz® vans will be criss-crossing the United States in July and August, bringing the magic of Webkinz World® to kids everywhere. read more
	A whole new way to play...in 3D JUNE 23, 2010 - Webkinz World now has Hamster Power! Mazin'™ Hamsters are the newest residents of the popular kids' online world. Discover an engaging, vibrant 3-D habitat where hamsters build and explore mazes, race, roll and zoom. read more

2009 Press Releases

Webkinz Signature™ pets: lifelike appeal with virtual-world excitement!
2009 - Ganz is proud to showcase our Webkinz Signature™ and Endangered Species Edition Signature pet collections. These beautifully detailed pets are larger and more realistic than regular Webkinz® pets... read more