Kregel Publications has entered into an agreement with Ontario-based David C. Cook Distribution Canada to be the exclusive distributor of its products in Canada, effective Nov. 1.

Kregel was among a group of U.S. publishers previously distributed by Ontario-based R.G. Mitchell Family Books (RGM), which began operations in 1934 but unexpectedly closed Sept. 15—causing some U.S. publishers to scramble to find other sources of distribution in Canada.

"David C. Cook Distribution Canada has solid ownership, major marketing support, broad channel coverage and enormous experience," said N. David Hill, Kregel's director of sales and marketing. "They … have a proven track record with the academic and professional titles that Kregel will be adding to (Cook's) list. Their experience with children's product, which is now a big part of Kregel's product line, will be very beneficial."

Formerly distributed by RGM, Moody Publishers has also signed an agreement with Cook to be its exclusive Canadian distributor, effective immediately.

"David C. Cook stands highly admired as an excellent provider for sales, service and distribution covering all trade channels," said Steve Gemeiner, director of sales for Moody Publishers.

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