Josh Kolm
Omnicom’s organic revenue grows by 5.2% in Q1
The company’s earnings were strong despite taking a $119 million charge to adjust its real estate footprint.
Pelmorex names new president and CEO
Nana Banerjee brings experience from finance and tech brands in the U.S. and U.K.
Corus opens up Pluto TV to all advertisers
Video inventory is now widely available through direct and programmatic options.
Sportsnet reveals broadcast deals, brand partners for Stanley Cup Playoffs
Bet365, Boston Pizza, Subway and GMC all have custom integrations set to debut during the first round.
CBC leaves Twitter after being labeled as ‘government-funded media’
The tag has been criticized by news outlets for unfairly undermining their credibility.
Meta extends Instagram Creative Marketplace to agencies
Shops will be able to find content creators based on advanced filters, or post open projects for creators to apply for.
Corus revenue dips by 5% in Q2 amid difficult ad market
Advertiser pullback continued to impact the company’s TV division, though it says it is on the right path for long-term profitability.
The Marilyn Denis Show to conclude after 13 seasons
Denis will continue to host her podcast and CHUM morning radio show.
Digital ad revenue growth slowed in 2022
This year’s overview by the IAB also finds that video, audio and smaller publishers are benefiting from media diversification.
Finalists announced for Media Young Lions, Young Marketers
This year, teams had 24 hours to complete a brief for the Nature Conservancy of Canada and The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund.
Twitter no longer exists as a company after it is merged into X Corp
The new corporate entity recalls Elon Musk’s desire to create an “everything app.”
Spotted! Kijiji makes a five month long podcast
The selling app aims to drive people to its selection of used cars by showing how ridiculous it is to wait five months for a new car.
Glassroom hires a pair of digital-focused VPs
Amanda Piedimonte and Carlos Couceiro will lead agency teams in two critical areas of business.
Egale Canada asks CRTC to consider removing Fox News in Canada
The non-profit says the potential for segments that encourage anti-2SLGBTQ+ hate means it is in the public interest to hold consultations.
Roku gets half of connected TV ads in North America
Pixalate analysis found, however, that Amazon and Samsung are growing their shares at a rapid pace.
