Michael Kolberg
Say Media to run A+E Networks sites
The media company will manage editorial, sales and technology for Bio.com and LifetimeMoms.com, and add video pre-roll to its inventory for the first time.
Bell Media unveils new OOH column design in Montreal
The Astral Out-of-Home division unveils distinct digital and static displays designed for the Quartier des Spectacles cultural hub.
Halifax’s Lite 92.9 reformats as Jack FM
Rogers aims to grow listenership by getting away from a crowded adult contemporary market and reaching an underserved audience.
One Last Thing: Matthew Logue on Olympic sponsorship success
The VP strategy at S&E Sponsorship Group shares his thoughts on what brands must do to turn potential into performance at the Games.
Shaw launches History Go app
Full series and new episodes of Vikings and Yukon Gold are now available to TV customers with Shaw and Rogers, but Bell customers will have to wait.
Bud Light partners with Electronic Nation Canada
The beer brand is now the lead sponsor for the Digital Dreams and Brrrrr! electronic dance music festivals, and has identified the genre as a growing opportunity to connect with its core demo.
Canada’s mobile video inventory grows: TubeMogul
With an increase of 185% from October to December, Canada’s mobile video inventory is the fastest growing of any country on TubeMogul’s platform.
‘Spirit of Radio’ returns to 102.1 The Edge
A new Sunday program featuring CFNY-era music signals a strategy shift at the Corus-owned radio station.
ATN picks up Asia Cup 2014 cricket rights
One of Canada’s fastest-growing sports finds a home on the specialty network for the bi-annual tournament of South Asian teams.
iPhone the most popular second screen: Seevibes
Almost half of Canadian TV chatter on Twitter happens on the Apple devices, according to the Montreal-based social TV analytics firm.
TSN Radio 1200 grabs rights to Ottawa’s Redblacks and Fury FC
Radio broadcasts of the new CFL team and North American Soccer League team will air exclusively on the Bell Media station.
One Last Thing: Armin Huska on Facebook buying WhatsApp
We asked the chief digital officer at Mindshare Canada to share his take on the implications of the $19 billion acquisition of the mobile messaging service.
Canadian mobile Facebook usage on the rise
About 15 million Canadians access the social network through a mobile device, and about 10 million of them do so every day.
Autofocus launches iOS app
The new launch from the Bell Media’s automotive site aims to reach would-be buyers who are researching vehicles in dealerships or don’t use desktop computers.
Robin Hassan heading to Unilever
Currently SVP, digital strategy at Mediacom Canada, Hassan is going client side starting Monday.
