TELETOON

2023 - 2 - 22

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La version anglaise de TELETOON changera de nom après 25 ans (Le Journal de Montréal)

TELETOON, la chaîne de télévision jeunesse la plus populaire au Canada, deviendra Cartoon Network, un géant américain dans le monde de l'animation.

L’entreprise affirme que cette transition permettra d’offrir un plus gros catalogue de dessins animés. La version francophone ne sera pas touchée par le changement. TELETOON, la chaîne de télévision jeunesse la plus populaire au Canada, deviendra

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Teletoon to disappear after more than 25 years as a Canadian TV ... (Daily Hive)

One of Canada's original animation-focused television channels, Teletoon was founded in 1997. While initially geared toward kids and teenagers, the channel ...

and Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai. and strengthening our portfolio of brands across linear platforms, STACKTV, and Teletoon+, we will usher Cartoon Network into a new stage of hilarious comedy and edge-of-your-seat action — all while keeping the Teletoon legacy alive in the digital space.” According to Corus, Cartoon Network will take over the channel currently known as Teletoon in late March, while the current Cartoon Network will become a new channel called Boomerang. Teletoon has for years been broadcasting content from the US-based Cartoon Network, a local version of which Corus also owns, making the move a logical — albeit era-ending — one. Corus, which acquired full ownership of the channel in 2013, announced the news in a press release on Wednesday. It’s a sad day for millennials in Canada as Corus Entertainment announced that Teletoon will soon cease to exist as we’ve known it for the past 25 years.

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Canada's beloved cartoon channel TELETOON is rebranding next ... (NOW Magazine)

Cartoon Network, an iconic American animation brand worldwide owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, has been available in Canada, and will be relaunching as ...

and strengthening our portfolio of brands across linear platforms, we will usher Cartoon Network into a new stage of hilarious comedy and edge-of-your-seat action – all while keeping the TELETOON legacy alive in the digital space.” Boomerang will be debuting in the Canadian market for the first time and it is recognized as the best in retro content, as well as classic animation and foundational kids programming. “The rebrand to Cartoon Network and the launch of Boomerang, alongside TELETOON+, signals the next chapter in Canadian kids content – across linear and streaming platforms, live or on-demand,” Corus Entertainment said in a

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Canadians React To Teletoon Rebranding As Cartoon Network (Complex)

On March 27, 2023, Teletoon will officially ride off into the sunset as it will drop its branding and adopt Cartoon Network's branding moving forward.

To avoid any confusion, the channel currently listed as Cartoon Network on Canadian providers will also rebrand as Boomerang which will focus primarily on retro content and classic animation series. Since then, the Canadian channel has aired its fair share of original programming while also borrowing shows from its sister channel Cartoon Network. Just over 25 years ago, Teletoon came into the lives of thousands of Canadian kids who tuned in regularly to watch their favourite cartoons.

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R.I.P. Teletoon (Exclaim!)

If you used to come home from school and watch shows like 6Teen, Johnny Test and Total Drama Island as a kid, an era of your life is about t...

Despite the channel's rebranding, the 6Teen theme song will forever live in our heads rent-free. Launched in 1997, Teletoon has been home to many Cartoon Network shows for years while airing kids' classics like Angela Anaconda and Canadian production Maggie and the Ferocious Beast. While Teletoon will be phased out on cable TV, its streaming platform Teletoon+ will remain intact.

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Teletoon Canada Is Getting A 'Glow Up' & Here's What It Means For ... (Narcity)

Most Canadians who grew up in the 1990s and 2000s likely have fond memories of watching their favourite cartoon shows on Teletoon.

What's more, Corus is also introducing a new kids' television channel in Canada called Boomerang, which will feature loads of retro content and classic animation series. [Corus Entertainment](https://www.corusent.com/news/corus-entertainment-delivers-audiences-an-unbeatable-kids-channel-portfolio-with-rebranded-networks/), owner of Teletoon, the TV network is going to get a new name along with some new programming. [Canadian TV network](https://www.narcity.com/canadian-tv-shows-from-your-childhood-that-you-probably-forgot-about) on your screens in the near future.

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Corus Rebrands Teletoon as Cartoon Network, Brings Boomerang ... (Animation Magazine)

Following the recent launch of its multiplatform kids' streamer TELETOON+ in Canada, Corus Entertainment announced the rebranding of two of its linear kids' ...

“The combination of Cartoon Network and Boomerang delivers the best in fun and exciting animated series mixed with a robust video on demand offering for young kids and tweens alike,” said Drew Robinson, VP of Content Distribution, Corus Entertainment. and strengthening our portfolio of brands across linear platforms, STACKTV and TELETOON+, we will usher Cartoon Network into a new stage of hilarious comedy and edge-of-your-seat action — all while keeping the TELETOON legacy alive in the digital space.” Additionally, viewers can watch all new episodes of Teen Titans Go!, Craig of the Creek and We Baby Bears. Plus, great new content including megahit Animaniacs Season 3, the highly anticipated Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai and My Adventures with Superman. Corus also introduces a new kids television channel in Canada by relaunching the current Cartoon Network channel as Boomerang. “Staying true to our loyal fans across generations has been our top priority as we reimagine the future of our kids’ networks,” said Jennifer Abrams, SVP Programming and Multiplatform, Corus Entertainment.

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Teletoon to rebrand as Cartoon Network starting next month (MobileSyrup)

The channel, which is a subsidiary of Corus Entertainment, launched 25 years ago in October 1997. Since then, it has aired original cartoon programs, while also ...

Teletoon was more than just the Canadian equivalent of CN, however. [February 22, 2023] Animation, and Corus’ own Nelvana Studios. In addition to having its own lineup of original programming, Teletoon licensed cartoons from around the world—showcasing the diversity of the medium. [February 21, 2023]

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Télétoon devient Cartoon Network (Métro Montréal)

La chaîne jeunesse changera de nom après 25 ans à compter du 27 mars. Du même coup, elle dévoile la distribution vocale de la série «Red Ketchup».

C’est le comédien Benoît Brière qui prêtera sa voix au célèbre agent du FBI aux yeux rouges et à la chevelure orange vivant des aventures délirantes au milieu des années 1980. « Benoît Brière est un acteur polyvalent dont la voix confère la toxicité et la gravité propres à cet antihéros torturé, en plus de toutes les nuances de jeu et les niveaux humoristiques que commande le personnage », affirme le réalisateur de la série, « Les autres membres de la distribution m’ont aussi séduit en réussissant chacun à insuffler à leur personnage toutes les subtilités recherchées », ajoute le réalisateur.

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After 25 Years, Canada's Teletoon Channel Is Ending. It Will ... (Cartoon Brew)

Corus Entertainment in Canada announced yesterday that it will rebrand two of its linear kids' tv channels, with the existing network Teletoon set to become ...

That streaming service will continue in its current form, keeping the Teletoon name and brand alive after the network rebrandings. The company recently launched Corus Entertainment in Canada announced yesterday that it will rebrand two of its linear kids’ tv channels, with the existing network Teletoon set to become Cartoon Network beginning March 27 and the current Cartoon Network rebranded as Boomerang.

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Teletoon to disappear after more than 25 years as a Canadian TV ... (blogTO)

It's a sad day for millennials in Canada as Corus Entertainment announces that Teletoon will soon cease to exist as we've known it for the past 25 ...

and Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai. "By partnering with Warner Bros Discovery Inc. and strengthening our portfolio of brands across linear platforms, STACKTV, and TELETOON+, we will usher Cartoon Network into a new stage of hilarious comedy and edge-of-your-seat action — all while keeping the TELETOON legacy alive in the digital space." According to Corus, Cartoon Network will take over the channel currently known as Teletoon in late March, while the current Cartoon Network will become a new channel called Boomerang. Corus, which acquired full ownership of the channel in 2013, announced the news in a press release on Wednesday. It's a sad day for millennials in Canada as Corus Entertainment announces that Teletoon will soon cease to exist as we've known it for the past 25 years.

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Legendary Canadian Channel Teletoon Is Over — It's A Sad Day ... (MTL Blog)

The iconic Canadian channel TELETOON known for airing countless notable kid's cartoons is coming to a close next month. TELETOON will become Cartoon Network ...

While this is certainly a sad day for many, it's not worth shedding too many tears over as many of the classic TELETOON shows will continue on Cartoon Network. The channel will simply be rebranded as Cartoon Network. \u201cKids & families, from March 27, get ready to witness the biggest & best in animation, as we rebrand TELETOON to Cartoon Network on cable & @stacktv.\nYou can catch the same great content & more!

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Canadian Channel Teletoon to Shut Down (Animation World Network)

Corus Entertainment has announced that the Canadian animation-focused TV channel will be revamped as Cartoon Network, with Cartoon Network transforming to ...

Founded in 1997, Teletoon was originally created for child and teenage audiences, but later attracted a wider variety of viewers with more mature projects, such as Robot Chicken, Undergrads, and Clone High. [Corus press release](https://www.corusent.com/news/corus-entertainment-delivers-audiences-an-unbeatable-kids-channel-portfolio-with-rebranded-networks/), claiming the brand’s legacy is “marked by industry-leading animation across the country, shaping the landscape of children’s entertainment for generations.” [Cartoon Network ](https://www.awn.com/news/corus-expands-partnership-cartoon-network)will now air Teletoon’s content, while Cartoon Network will transform to Boomerang. [Corus Entertainment](https://www.awn.com/news/corus-takeover-teletoon-canada-approved)has announced that Teletoon, a Canadian animation-focused TV channel for over 25 years, will soon shutter its doors.

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