Media & Entertainment Acquisitions in Canada

ChannelPro Network, a division of EH Media LLC, acquired technology media brands FindBiometrics and Mobile ID World, along with a related consulting services group, from Canadian-based TopickZ Inc. The acquired brands will be integrated with EH Media’s existing IT media portfolio, including The ChannelPro Network and IoT Playbook, to expand coverage in biometrics and mobile identification markets.

Crafty Apes, a visual effects company and portfolio company of Gemspring Capital, has acquired Vancouver-based CVD VFX. The deal expands Crafty Apes’ presence into Vancouver and adds CVD’s CG, compositing, and design capabilities serving film and episodic/streaming productions.