MEDIA ADVISORY - New Toronto Pop-Up Expected to Spark a Pokémon Frenzy Among Fans and Collectors

World champions, cosplay, and rare collectibles headline the media preview of EB Trends' new Collectors Vault -- a celebration of Toronto's fan culture

TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Media are invited this Thursday, October 30, as world champions, collectors, and cosplay heroes converge at the Toronto Eaton Centre for the exclusive media and VIP preview of the Collectors Vault -- a new EB Trends pop-up celebrating the creatures, cards, and culture that sparked a global phenomenon.

Toronto's most passionate fans, including a six-year-old prodigy and Canada's nine-year-old Junior Champion will be on-site for a one-night-only sneak peek of the Collectors Vault before it officially opens to the public on November 1st.

Some of Canada's most decorated fans will trade, play, and pose in full costume for what promises to be one of the city's most colourful fandom gatherings packed with rare collectibles.

WHAT TO SEE:

• The Legendary Wall – a display of ultra-rare collectibles worthy of legend
• The Live Pack Break Zone – fans rip, record, and stream their card pulls live
• The Epic Pull Machine – $5,000 worth of cards, including rare ones valued at $1,000
• Live Pokémon Characters & Cosplayers – ideal for eye-catching content
• Exclusive Merch Drops –  limited-time collector must-haves
• The Claw Machine – the ultimate plushie grab for all ages

WHO TO INTERVIEW:

• Jim Tyo, President, EB Games Canada
• Former World Champions, including the first Two-Time Women's Champion
• Young Canadian Competitors (ages 6 and 9) and their families
• Local Fans, Collectors, and Cosplayers
  

EVENT DETAILS:

When: Thursday, October 30, 2025 – Media & VIP Preview
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where:Collectors Vault by EB Trends -- Toronto Eaton Centre (Queen Street entrance, Level 2 – former Frank and Oak space)
Public Opening: November 1, 2025 – January 15, 2026

SOURCE EB Games

MEDIA CONTACT: Evangeline PR, Sandy Caetano, [email protected] 416-500-1135