Ellicom named as finalist in 7th annual Canadian new media awards

Toronto, April 16th, 2007- Ellicom has been recognized as one of Canada's new media leaders. Ellicom is one of three finalists to be named in the "Excellence in Learning" category of the 2007 Canadian New Media Awards (CNMA). Celebrity host Debra DiGiovanni from the Much Music show Video on Trial and The Last Comic Standing will be joined by industry supporters on May 28th, 2007 to celebrate and present 14 Pixel Awards at The Carlu in Toronto.

"I am very proud to be a finalist, and it is an honour for us to see our work acknowledged among the wonderfully innovative online learning and IT industry; we thank you," says Mr. Hugues Foltz, General Manager, Ellicom. "This is a very important event, bringing national attention to highlight the best and brightest who are driving Canada's dynamic new media industry."

"The CNMA recognizes great Canadian talent and work in the digital interactive industry," said Adam Froman, Founder and Executive Producer of CNMA and President and CEO of Delvinia. "This year 42 finalists from across 14 award categories demonstrate the innovation and creativity driving the success of the Canadian interactive and new media industries."

The 42 finalists hail from across Canada with 24 finalists from Ontario, 9 from BC, 5 from Quebec, 1 from Alberta, 1 from Saskatchewan, 1 from Manitoba and 1 from Nova Scotia. More information about the 2007 finalists can be found on http://www.cnma.ca/index_f/07finalists.html.

The CNMA has introduced one new award category and three revamped award categories for the 2007 awards. These new awards recognize individuals, students, and companies in the following categories:

• The Company of the Year - sponsored by leading professional services firm Deloitte. Deloitte will manage the award's selection process; finalists will be chosen through a confidential interview process by a panel from the consulting, legal, financial and venture communities.
• The Most Promising New Company of the Year - sponsored by RBC Royal Bank, this category continues to identify companies to watch by recognizing Canadian companies less than two years old. Each nominated company must now complete an interview process to qualify.
• Excellence in the Use of Social Media - this new award celebrates excellence in conversational communications, sponsored by public relations firm Edelman.
• Emerging Innovator of the Year - the winner of this award will win a coveted scholarship to the prestigious to the Canadian Film Centre Media Lab's TELUS Interactive Art and Entertainment Program (IAEP).

Tickets and registration to the event are available online at: http://www.cnma.ca/index_e/ticket_ordering/index.html.

About Ellicom:

Innovative, bold and quality-focused, Ellicom has a team of imaginative, dynamic and creative professionals.

With more than 15 years experience in educational technology and teaching, Ellicom has the required expertise to develop and produce effective solutions for all training and knowledge improvement needs.

Our values are based on innovation, respect, integrity and teamwork so that we can establish business relationships founded on trust. In addition, our flexible structure allows us to quickly and efficiently respond to the needs and situation of our clients.

We ensure that you receive quality that matches your investment and expectations.

About the Canadian New Media Awards

The Canadian New Media Awards (CNMA) were established in 1999 to promote and celebrate excellence within the digital interactive industry. The Awards recognize the accomplishments and outstanding contributions made by Canadians working in this sector. Judges from across the country select 42 finalists and 14 winners from hundreds of entries submitted in featured categories (seven product and eight individual or company) that showcase the world-class skills of the new media industry's top talent, services and products. Each year, hundreds of business and new media professionals from across Canada gather to honour the country's top talent, services and products at the Gala Awards Ceremony in May. The Awards are presented in partnership with Canadian Heritage, Telefilm Canada, and Delvinia Interactive. For further information, visit www.cnma.ca.