Press & Media

Joeydolls is proud to be featured in various media outlets, showcasing our mission to promote inclusivity, cultural pride, and diversity through our dolls. Our commitment to representing Asian cultures and fostering connections among children has resonated with press across the globe. Explore our press features to learn more about how Joeydolls is making a positive impact and spreading joy.

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Recent Features

Press & Awards

Promotional graphic for Joeydolls featuring the text "AS SEEN IN BUZZFEED & JOYSAUCE for Lunar New Year!" surrounded by four plush dolls in traditional Asian attire, red lanterns, and fan illustrations.

Joeydolls Featured in BuzzFeed & JoySauce for L...

Joeydolls was honored to be featured in BuzzFeed and JoySauce, two platforms that highlighted our intentional approach to cultural representation in children’s toys. Rather than focusing on trend-based holiday marketing,...

Joeydolls Featured in BuzzFeed & JoySauce for L...

Joeydolls was honored to be featured in BuzzFeed and JoySauce, two platforms that highlighted our intentional approach to cultural representation in children’s toys. Rather than focusing on trend-based holiday marketing,...

Joeydolls featured in Forbes Vetted as one of the Best Lunar New Year Gifts for Kids 2026, the Year of the Horse. The graphic features two diverse cultural dolls in traditional dress against a festive orange background with red lanterns.

Forbes Names Joeydolls Among the Best Lunar New...

Joeydolls was featured in Forbes as one of the best Lunar New Year gifts for 2026, highlighting our culturally diverse, safe and educational dolls that celebrate seven Asian heritages. As...

Forbes Names Joeydolls Among the Best Lunar New...

Joeydolls was featured in Forbes as one of the best Lunar New Year gifts for 2026, highlighting our culturally diverse, safe and educational dolls that celebrate seven Asian heritages. As...

Joeydolls featured in New York Magazine's Lunar New Year Gifts List. The graphic shows two happy young girls in red Áo Dài holding Vietnamese dolls, framed by festive cherry blossoms and red lanterns.

Joeydolls was featured in New York Magazine’s g...

Joeydolls was proudly featured in New York Magazine’s “44 (New) Lunar New Year Gifts” list, highlighting our Lunar New Year bundle as a meaningful option for families seeking thoughtful gifts...

Joeydolls was featured in New York Magazine’s g...

Joeydolls was proudly featured in New York Magazine’s “44 (New) Lunar New Year Gifts” list, highlighting our Lunar New Year bundle as a meaningful option for families seeking thoughtful gifts...

Header image showing national media coverage highlighting a train derailment impacting Joeydolls, featuring logos from Toronto Star, CityNews, and The Globe and Mail, along with news screenshots about a Canadian doll company affected by shipment loss.

Train Derailment Challenges Joeydolls During th...

In early November, a CN Rail train derailment caused by a rockslide in the Rockies destroyed Joeydolls’ entire Canadian holiday shipment, wiping out approximately $250,000 in inventory and expected revenue...

Train Derailment Challenges Joeydolls During th...

In early November, a CN Rail train derailment caused by a rockslide in the Rockies destroyed Joeydolls’ entire Canadian holiday shipment, wiping out approximately $250,000 in inventory and expected revenue...

Samantha Ong, founder of Joeydolls, featured with an Asian doll as Beach Metro highlights her mission of representation and inclusivity for kids.

Beach Metro Celebrates Asian Dolls Founded by a...

Joeydolls is a Toronto mom founded, Canadian small business for kids creating Asian dolls that help children feel seen, valued, and proud of who they are. Recently featured in Beach...

Beach Metro Celebrates Asian Dolls Founded by a...

Joeydolls is a Toronto mom founded, Canadian small business for kids creating Asian dolls that help children feel seen, valued, and proud of who they are. Recently featured in Beach...

Promotional graphic celebrating Joeydolls being featured by CanadianSME, showing a child holding a multicultural doll, Joeydolls displayed around a holiday setting, and a portrait of founder Samantha Ong.

CanadianSME Spotlights Joeydolls’ Mission to Ce...

The CanadianSME feature highlights how a deeply personal immigrant story grew into a mission-driven brand creating multicultural dolls that celebrate culture, identity, and belonging. Through intentional design, community collaboration, and...

CanadianSME Spotlights Joeydolls’ Mission to Ce...

The CanadianSME feature highlights how a deeply personal immigrant story grew into a mission-driven brand creating multicultural dolls that celebrate culture, identity, and belonging. Through intentional design, community collaboration, and...

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About Joeydolls

At Joeydolls, we’re proud to be more than a toy company. Our dolls celebrate heritage and cultural pride, helping every child feel seen, valued, and connected. Each doll is soft, safe, and designed with love, making them meaningful companions for play and learning.

Our story has been highlighted across TV, print, and online media, where we’ve been recognized for reshaping the toy industry through representation and inclusivity. From national features to community spotlights, these stories capture how Joeydolls is sparking conversations and inspiring families around the world.

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