Authenticates Users with E-Mail, Password

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., June 22, 2006 – Thomson Gale, part of the Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) , is working with libraries nationwide to add a new virtual library card feature to its AccessMyLibrary.com platform. This enhancement will allow users to register and authenticate on the site using their e-mail address and a self-designated password, similar to an online shopping or banking experience.

The virtual library card will simplify the current authentication process for both users and librarians. For users, the new authentication system will provide an easy, seamless and convenient connection to their local library, which will result in more active library users. For libraries, the virtual library card will create a direct relationship between libraries and their online users. When a user authenticates online, the information collected will be passed to the library so a traditional library card can be issued. This information also will provide libraries with better information about online usage of their resources.

For added convenience, users may gain access to AccessMyLibrary.com’s 20,000,000 articles through the downloadable AccessMyLibrary.com toolbar, which currently is available on the site.

“This important new feature will further the mission of AccessMyLibrary.com,” said Gordon Macomber, president of Thomson Gale. “People who conduct transactions online are familiar with this type of authentication process. The ability to easily register and authenticate on AccessMyLibrary.com will increase exposure and traffic to library information by a library’s existing patrons, as well as new virtual patrons.”

"I am so pleased that the Library of Michigan has the opportunity to expand its current partnership with Thomson Gale through this exciting initiative," said State Librarian Nancy R. Robertson. "Although Michigan residents already have 24-hour access to the suite of Thomson Gale databases included in our Michigan eLibrary, this new virtual library card will make access even more convenient and will highlight the fact that local libraries and the Michigan eLibrary are putting essential online information resources right at user’s fingertips."

Thomson Gale launched AccessMyLibrary.com in June 2005 as an advocacy initiative on behalf of libraries, to increase the visibility of library content on the Internet and in search engines. AccessMyLibrary.com helps new and existing users access library assets via the Web, further promoting the usefulness and necessity of libraries in the Internet age.

For more information, contact Vanessa Birch at 248-699-8193 or vanessa.birch@cengage.com.

About The Thomson Corporation and Thomson Gale

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2005 revenues of $8.70 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers. Thomson provides value-added information, software tools and applications to more than 20 million users in the fields of law, tax, accounting, financial services, higher education, reference information, corporate e-learning and assessment, scientific research and healthcare. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson has approximately 40,000 employees and provides services in approximately 130 countries. The Corporation’s common shares are listed on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC). Thomson Gale™ ( http://www.gale.com/) serves the world’s information and education needs through its vast and dynamic content pools, which are used by students and consumers in their libraries, schools and on the Internet. It is best known for the accuracy, breadth and convenience of its data, addressing all types of information needs – from homework help to health questions to business profiles – in a variety of formats – books and eBooks, databases and microfilm.