Jonathan Paul
O’Neil joins Astral Media Radio
The former managing director of OMD Canada is taking on a vice-presidential role at the media company.
Media Experts’ roster expands by two
The media shop is bringing aboard a planning account director as well as a television-buying supervisor.
CBC gives Tudors season two royal treatment
The network is geared up to roll out a lavish promotional campaign for the hit show about King Henry VIII.
TIFF note: CTV hosts John Lennon tour bus
Young filmmakers from Toronto’s urban neighbourhoods are gaining full access to CTV’s TIFF coverage to craft films in a state-of-the-art mobile recording and production facility that Yoko Ono says her husband would have loved.
Canadian Idol reigns supreme on Monday
BBM/Nielsen Top 30: Aug. 25 – 31, 2008-08-22
The CTV evening news took the top spot Tuesday to Friday.
IFRA: The future of the newspaper is the news magazine
A report produced by the research and service organization predicts that technology developments will improve the quality and energy efficiency of the newspapers of tomorrow.
PVRs not a threat to advertising: TVB
A ‘good news’ study by the Television Bureau of Canada says those who use personal video recorders to catch their favourite shows are still paying attention to ads.
TIFF Note: Spot the InterContinental’s spotted eco-cab
The posh Yorkville hotel is set to offer its guests exclusive service in a leopard-like eco-cab during this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, which kicked off yesterday.
Starcom appoints new digital chief
Sean Finnegan moves into the role of heading up SMG’s global media network in his hometown of Chicago.
New breast cancer campaign channeling Mad Men era
Canadian charity Rethink Breast Cancer is playing off ’60s stereotypes to bring ‘breast awareness back into the office.’
CLT joins Corus family of channels
The purchase of the channel from CTVglobemedia took effect at the beginning of this month.
Chum Radio unveils ‘pop alternative’ with station launch
Winnipeg’s newest radio station is the first in North America to carry the newly trademarked format.
CBC’s The National stays on top
BBM/Nielsen Top 30: Aug. 18 – 24, 2008
It was a good week for the CBC, with the Olympic Closing Ceremonies taking the top spot on Sunday as well.
VisionTV to bow its first original series
The network’s new drama is set to star R&B singer-songwriter Keshia Chanté.
EcoMedia taps CNE to give advertisers new venue
The company has signed a three-year contract that will see its recycling units gradually take over the grounds of the Canadian National Exhibition.
