Thomson Gale Signs Worldwide Distribution Agreement with Internet Business Law Services

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., July 14, 2005 -- Thomson Gale, part of The Thomson Corporation (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC), signed a distribution agreement with Internet Business Law Services (IBLS), the world's leading Internet law organization, to make IBLS I-Law database content accessible through a variety of Thomson Gale channels.

Internet Business Law Services' content consists of easy-to-understand information on Internet and e-commerce laws and regulations around the world. Thomson Gale will make this content available in Thomson Gale business databases and through several of its current distribution partners.

"This increased distribution of I-Law content will tremendously enhance the exposure that IBLS Charter Partners obtain for the articles that they contribute to the I-Law database as the audience will expand many times over with the addition of these new distribution channels," said Richard Maslowski, IBLS vice president of strategy and marketing.

"We are happy to welcome IBLS to the Thomson Gale family of publishers," said Jim Draper, director of business development for Thomson Gale. "The I-Law database is an outstanding resource for anyone seeking to further his or her understanding of current laws and regulations that apply to the Internet. We foresee great value for Thomson Gale customers, particularly for business owners who may be concerned about the legal risks they face when undertaking Web-based business initiatives."

About The Thomson Corporation and Thomson Gale

The Thomson Corporation (www.thomson.com), with 2004 revenues from continuing operations of $8.10 billion, is a global leader in providing integrated information solutions to business and professional customers. With operational headquarters in Stamford, Conn., Thomson (NYSE: TOC; TSX: TOC) has approximately 38,000 employees and provides services in approximately 130 countries. Its learning businesses and brands serve the needs of individuals, learning institutions, corporations and government agencies with products and services for both traditional and distributed learning. Thomson Gale (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, Web-based solutions and microfilm.

About International Business Law Services

Internet Business Law Services (www.ibls.com) is a leading source of legal information on issues relating to the Internet & e-commerce. Content is available via database subscription and through online education courses, licensed to leading academic institutions throughout the world. IBLS headquarters is located in Irvine, California with offices in Barcelona, Spain; Brussels, Belgium; and Miami, Florida.