Nelvana Studios

Founded in 1971, Nelvana is one of the world's leading international producers and distributors of children's animated content and is owned by Corus Entertainment Inc. Nelvana’s animation library has well over 3,200 half-hour animated episodes, including such classic properties as Babar, Franklin, Rolie Polie Olie, and The Berenstain Bears and newer favourites like Ruby Gloom and Jane and the Dragon. Nelvana’s content has aired in over 160 countries and has received over 70 major international program awards, including Emmys® .

Featured Properties at MIPCOM 2008:

Scaredy Squirrel
Based on a popular book series by Canadian author Mélanie Watt published by Kids Can Press, Scaredy Squirrel features an endearingly obsessive-compulsive hero, instantly relatable to both young and old who will cheer on Scaredy in his hilarious attempts to be brave. Produced by Nelvana Studios, the show is for kids six to 11 years of age. (26 x half hour episodes -- 2 x 11 minutes -- plus companion shorts)

Bakugan: New Vestroia
Dan, Marucho and Drago join forces with the Bakugan Resistance in order to restore peace and freedom to their enslaved planet. The newly formed group of friends must battle the evil Vestal in order to reach the captured Bakugan and destroy the Vestal’s plans. For kids six to 11 years of age. Production Partners: Nelvana Enterprises, Spin Master Ltd., Sega Toys Ltd. and TMS Entertainment, Ltd. with animation by TMS Entertainment, Ltd. in association with Sega Toys Ltd. (26 x half hour episodes)

Skull Kids
Fun and adventure are rolled into one in Skull Kids, a new 3D series co-produced with Korean studio Enemes. Five playfully heroic, tiny creatures strive to master their shapes, sizes and illogical superpowers. For kids six to 11 years of age. (26 x half hour episodes -- 2 x 11 minutes)