Josh Kolm
IPG hits 11.5% organic growth in Q1
The holding company joins the ranks of its peers in citing data and tech integration for the strong performance.
Meet the 2022 Canadian Young Lions
This year’s Gold winners have received a trip to Cannes Lions and will compete in the global competition.
Twitter, Facebook report user bump in Q1
Meta reversed its fortunes as Twitter braces for the impact of its new owner.
Alphabet delivers 22.3% growth in ad revenue
While YouTube ads under-performed, the company has high hopes for its growing TikTok competitor.
The Good Doctor knocks Survivor from top spot: Numeris
Meanwhile, NHL and NBA games performed very well across major markets.
MediaCom and Essence merged as part of GroupM restructure
Other changes include the creation of a new performance division and finalizing the combination of Mindshare with Neo.
Hyundai starts a big radio push in Toronto: Media Monitors
Meanwhile, Virgin Plus and Nissan switched top spots in Montreal.
Astral Out-of-Home to build presence at Montreal-Trudeau Airport
A new long-term deal includes investment in what is described as modernized, innovative ad products.
Society, etc. adds to its ranks
Among the Toronto indie agency’s new hires is Matt Iannacci, who will be leading its work with MLSE.
Snap increased users but ends Q1 with a bigger loss
Challenges from economic conditions and ongoing iOS challenges cast a shadow over several areas where the company grew.
Bell Media can now dynamically insert ads into its shows
The rollout comes after successful trials with TD and Tylenol.
Sports ads drive media revenue up 10% at Rogers
The return of regular schedules and events has the company optimistic about further recovery.
Omnicom’s organic growth up by 11.9% in Q1
Demand for CRM, data and performance media have the company optimistic, despite several global risk factors.
Survivor holds on to the top spot: Numeris
Meanwhile, the finale of Toute la vie could not unseat Star Academie from the top spot in Quebec.
Montana’s signs on to Food Network’s Fire Masters
Napoleon, Carnivor Wines and Certified Angus Beef are also sponsoring the show’s third season.
