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Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (OTCQX: THBRF; TSXV: TBRD) is frequently featured in news coverage as a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company. Headquartered in Vancouver with teams in Los Angeles and, in some disclosures, Ottawa, Thunderbird creates scripted, unscripted and animated programming for major digital platforms and broadcasters in Canada and internationally.
News about Thunderbird often highlights developments across its divisions: Thunderbird Kids and Family (Atomic Cartoons), Thunderbird Unscripted (Great Pacific Media) and Thunderbird Scripted. Coverage includes announcements of new series in development or production, such as Atomic Cartoons’ work on Surf’s Up: The Series based on Sony Pictures Animation’s film Surf’s Up, as well as updates on Thunderbird-owned intellectual property like Mermicorno: Starfall and Super Team Canada.
Investors and followers can expect regular updates on distribution and licensing deals through Thunderbird Distribution and Thunderbird Brands. Recent examples include a collaboration with Disney Branded Television to bring the preschool series BeddyByes to Disney Jr. and Disney+, and new consumer product licensing partnerships for Mermicorno: Starfall in categories such as publishing and personal care.
Company news also covers financial and corporate milestones, including fiscal year-end and quarterly results, production slates, credit facilities with Royal Bank of Canada, and share repurchase activity under a Normal Course Issuer Bid. In addition, recent releases discuss a proposed plan of arrangement under which Blue Ant Media Corporation would acquire all Thunderbird common shares, alongside commentary from both the company and a shareholder, Sieve Capital, which has publicly opposed the transaction.
This news page aggregates these types of announcements so readers can follow Thunderbird’s production activity, partnerships, financial reporting and corporate transactions in one place.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) has announced the commencement of a normal course issuer bid (NCIB) for share repurchases. The program runs from December 9, 2024, to December 8, 2025, with purchases limited to 2% of total outstanding shares. The company will fund purchases through available cash and execute them via the TSX Venture Exchange.
Thunderbird believes its current market price may not reflect the company's underlying value and expects the buyback to enhance shareholder value and increase liquidity. All purchased shares will be cancelled, with Cormark Securities Inc. appointed to execute the purchases based on market conditions and share prices.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (OTCQX: THBRF) reported strong Q3 fiscal 2025 results with significant growth across key metrics. Revenue increased 29% to $45.5 million for Q3 and 22% to $138.3 million for the nine months ended March 31, 2025. The company achieved substantial AEBITDA growth of 79% to $5.9 million in Q3, with margins improving to 12.9%. Net income reached $2.2 million for Q3.
The company reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 guidance, targeting 20% revenue growth and over 10% AEBITDA growth. During Q3, Thunderbird had 24 programs in various stages of production, working with more than 15 clients. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with no corporate debt, positioning it well for future growth opportunities.
Notable achievements include winning a Children's and Family Emmy award for "Molly of Denali" and having productions recognized with eight Canadian Screen Awards nominations. The company continues to expand its international presence with new distribution agreements for various content properties.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV:TBRD, OTCQX:THBRF) has announced its upcoming fiscal Q3 2025 financial results schedule. The company will file results on Monday, May 12, 2025, followed by a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET.
During the conference call, CEO and Chair Jennifer Twiner McCarron will provide an operations overview, while CFO Simon Bodymore will present financial statements. The session will include a Q&A segment.
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Highway Thru Hell, a hit docuseries produced by Great Pacific Media (GPM), a Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) company, is celebrating its 200th episode airing March 4th at 9 p.m. ET on USA Network. The milestone episode showcases 'Snow Protocol' as rescue teams battle extreme weather conditions on the Coquihalla Highway.
The series, which debuted in 2012, documents the challenging work of heavy rescue operators and highway crews in British Columbia's treacherous mountain routes. The show has achieved global success, joining the ranks of mega-hit series like Ghost Hunters and Myth Busters that have exceeded 200 episodes.
Currently in production for its 14th season with Bell Media, the series is distributed internationally by Banijay Rights in over 180 territories, including The Weather Channel in the U.S. A dedicated FAST channel is available in the U.K. and Australia.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group reported strong Q2 fiscal 2025 results with notable growth across key metrics. Revenue increased 6% to $47.2M for Q2 and 19% to $92.8M for the six months ended December 31, 2024. Adjusted EBITDA grew 8% to $4.2M in Q2 and 30% to $8.3M for the six-month period.
The company maintained a healthy financial position with no corporate debt and improved free cash flow of $0.6M for Q2. Net income reached $0.8M for Q2 and $2.3M for the six-month period. During Q2, Thunderbird had 21 programs in various stages of production, working with 18 clients.
Looking ahead, the company forecasts 20% revenue growth and over 10% AEBITDA growth for fiscal 2025. Thunderbird also implemented a normal course issuer bid (NCIB) and is exploring potential uplisting to the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV:TBRD, OTC:THBRF) announces that Mittens & Pants, their third-party acquisition from Windy Isle Entertainment, has been greenlit for a third 45-episode season by CBC, with Sky Kids U.K. and Ireland as broadcast partner. The series now totals 126 episodes.
The show has expanded its digital presence significantly with a new Roblox game launch and substantial social media growth, accumulating over 65 million views across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, with 318,000 followers and 7.3 million interactions. The series has secured additional international distribution, now available in 78 territories, with new deals including Peacock, HappyKids, and Kidoodle.TV for Season 2, and TFO and Radio-Canada for Season 1.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV:TBRD, OTCQX:THBRF) has announced its upcoming fiscal Q2 2025 financial results release and conference call schedule. The company will release its Q2 results after market close on February 19, 2025, followed by a conference call and webcast on February 20, 2025 at 11 a.m. PT/ 2 p.m. ET.
During the call, CEO and Chair Jennifer Twiner McCarron will provide a business operations overview, while CFO Simon Bodymore will present the financial statements. The executives will conduct a Q&A session following their prepared remarks. The call will be accessible via pre-registration, webcast, or direct dial-in options for participants from Canada, United States, and other locations.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) held its annual general meeting on December 12, 2024, where shareholders approved all proposed matters. The meeting resulted in the reappointment of all Board directors, including Jennifer Twiner McCarron, Asha Daniere, David Lazzarato, Azim Jamal, Jerome Levy, Lisa Coulman, and Taylor Henderson.
Shareholders also approved a new Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, replacing the existing stock option and equity incentive compensation plans. The new plan allows for up to 10% of outstanding Common Shares to be reserved for various equity instruments including stock options, RSUs, DSUs, and PSUs. Following the meeting, the company granted 179,476 RSUs to non-executive directors on December 16, 2024, which will vest prior to the next annual meeting or one year from the grant date.
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV: TBRD, OTCQX: THBRF) has announced arrangements to address mailing delays caused by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers strike. The company's annual general and special meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2024, at 9:00 am PST. Due to the postal strike, Thunderbird is relying on CSA Coordinated Blanket Order 51-931 for temporary exemption from requirements to send proxy-related materials.
Shareholders will vote on several matters, including fixing the number of directors at seven, director elections, re-approval of stock option and equity incentive compensation plans, and appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as auditor. All proxy-related materials are available on SEDAR+ and the company's website. The voting deadline is set for December 10, 2024, at 9:00 am PST.