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Toy Association Advocates for Key Changes to EU Glitter & Microplastics Proposed Amendment

Recent advocacy by The Toy Association™ has resulted in key changes to a proposed amendment to the European Union regulation on synthetic polymer microplastics (SPM), impacting toys and craft products that contain glitter.


Chicago Toy & Game Fair to Celebrate Star Wars’ 50th Anniversary

This Star Wars Day, the Chicago Toy and Game Fair (CHITAG) is giving fans something to look forward to: a celebration of a galaxy far, far away for the 50th anniversary Star Wars.


Toy Association & Amazon Partner to Share Toy Safety Guidance with Families

The Toy Association™ has partnered with Amazon to bring expert-backed toy safety guidance directly to consumers. The initiative features educational articles to help families make informed decisions so children safely play at home.


Reminder: Renew Toy Fair® Exhibit Space by May 13 to Secure Priority Booth Placement

Toy Fair® 2026 exhibitors are reminded to submit their renewal applications for the 121st Toy Fair®, taking place February 20 to 23, 2027 at the Javits Center in New York City.


Toy Association Seeks New Toys for Summer Media Opportunities

With the summer season approaching, The Toy Association’s trends team is seeking toys for upcoming TV and editorial opportunities, as part of its year-round efforts to promote trends in the toy and play space.


Save the Date: Canadian Toy Association’s Annual Summer Event

The Canadian Toy Association (CTA) is inviting toy industry professionals to attend its Annual Summer Event, taking place Wednesday, June 24 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Spin Master headquarters in Toronto (225 King Street West).


Toy Association Opposes Tariffs Across Trade Investigations & Addresses Toy Drone Disruptions

In continued advocacy efforts on behalf of the toy industry to #KeepToysTariffFree, The Toy Association™ urged federal agencies to exclude toys and games from new or expanded trade measures under multiple ongoing investigations, while also raising concerns about recent regulatory changes impacting toy drones and flying toys.


Nominations Open for 2026 Canadian Toy Association Hall of Fame

The toy community is invited to submit nominees for induction into the 2026 Canadian Toy Association (CTA) Hall of Fame.


Stay Ahead of the Game with Toy Fair® University's Spring Semester

Toy professionals are encouraged to take advantage of the ongoing rollout of Toy Fair® University educational sessions this spring.


Nominations Now Open for 2026 TAGIE Lifetime Achievement Honor

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement honor at the 2026 Toy & Game International Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, hosted annually by People of Play™ (POP).


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