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CBC to launch ad-supported streaming news channel
The National will be a core of the unnamed channel when it launches this fall.
Rogers changes KISS Vancouver to rock format after 30-hour Rage Against the Machine loop
While some speculated “Killing in the Name” was played to protest recent layoffs, the station’s content director says it was to get attention for the relaunch as SONiC.
Unscripted shows stay on top of the ratings: Numeris
America’s Got Talent was once again the top-rated show, while F1 races continue to build a Canadian audience.
More sponsors pause support of Hockey Canada
Chevrolet, Telus and Canadian Tire have joined Scotiabank in withdrawing support of the upcoming World Junior tournament.
Pattison Outdoor adds Woodstock to its transit network
The deal adds 13 buses to the company’s roster of transit vehicles.
Top radio advertisers keep up their buys: Media Monitors
With a few exceptions, things looked very similar to last week in both Toronto and Montreal.
Scotiabank pauses Hockey Canada sponsorship amid sexual assault scandal
In an open letter, the bank’s president and CEO says it wants to hold the organization accountable for behaviour contrary to its beliefs and values.
Rogers-Shaw merger heads to mediation
The first step in alleviating the Competition Bureau’s concerns is set to begin after the long weekend.
CBC renews AOR assignment with Initiative
The agency will continue to handle media duties across the pubcaster’s broadcast and digital properties.
BMO extends Toronto FC sponsorship for 10 years
Part of the bank’s investment will be giving girls and women greater access to soccer through the team’s Kickstart program.
Cannes 2022: Carat wins a Media Lion
The agency’s work on Rethink’s “Draw Ketchup” for Kraft Heinz earned Bronze, one of seven Lions Canadian agencies won across four categories.
Amazon signs on to The Trade Desk’s cookie alternative
By signing on as a private operator, campaign run through AWS will now be easier and more secure.
America’s Got Talent stays on top: Numeris
The show was the most-watched in Canada for the second week running.
Initiative hires new chief strategy officer
Sammy Rifai makes the jump from the creative world to lead the discipline and join the agency’s leadership team.
Cannes 2022: Four Canadian nominations in the Media Lions
The team of Carat and Rethink, along with Zulu Alpha Kilo and DonerNorth, will find out if they win on Thursday.
