Josh Kolm
Upfronts 2023: CBC sets new series and FAST channels for 2023-24 slate
The slate includes new comedys and dramas, as well as comedy- and news-focused streaming channels.
Meta begins to test blocking news in Canada
A small percentage of Facebook and Instagram users will not be able to share content and the company trials its response to the Online News Act.
Canadians are spending more on streaming, but not subscribing to more services
Research from Rogers Sports & Media found that Canadians are getting more comfortable with ad-supported options.
Andrew Saunders named president and CEO of The Globe and Mail
The media company’s chief revenue officer will succeed Phillip Crawley, who will retire at the end of August.
Leon’s boosts its buy: AdEase TV
Meanwhile, McDonald’s, Subaru and Tim Hortons maintained their TV presences from recent weeks.
Laura Lewandowski joins Believeco to lead media
The former managing director of OMD Canada brings 20 years of experience in paid media to the role.
Chatr, Alberta election ads once again control the airwaves: AdEase Radio
Toyota, McDonald’s and Cora also had major radio presences last week.
Tele-Quebec names new VP of sales and media creativity
Geneviève Chesnay has been tasked with guiding the public broadcaster through transformation in the ad industry,
Pattison Media gets approval to acquire two Manitoba radio stations
Q Country and 94.7 Star FM represent the company’s first presence in the Brandon area.
Corus seeks funding for Global under Independent Local News Fund
The move comes as Rogers redirects Shaw’s news funding to its own CityTV stations.
Eastlink drops Corus channels in carriage dispute
Showcase, HGTV, Food Network, YTV and Cartoon Network are among the channels being removed June 27.
McDonald’s, Tim Hortons keep up heavy ad presence: AdEase TV
As a category, QSRs were most active across major TV markets.
Instagram introduces search ads to its platform
The company began testing its latest addition to the app’s ad load in March.
Chatr continues its national radio push: AdEase Radio
Also, grocery stores made a major increase in their radio ads across markets.
Cogeco hires former Bell Media exec in new general manager role
Émilie Carbone has been tasked with leading sales in Montreal and Toronto.
