Val Maloney

Zenith focuses on business transformation with branding tweak
Kristine Lyrette, president, Zenith Canada, on what the “fresh start” will mean for the Canadian team.

Viceland’s summer schedule includes its first fully scripted comedy
James Van Der Beek stars as DJ/producer Diplo in the new series, one of four new shows coming to the network this summer.

Graham Moysey on stepping away, AOL and what’s next
The former head of international at the company on why his next move will still be in media.

TVA Group posts net loss for Q1
But the Montreal communications company saw advertising gains in its broadcasting and production segment.

TimePlay to take its games outside the theatre
The interactive platform is introducing a new advertising option and expanding into the U.S.

Crucial Interactive partners with Videology and StackAdapt for Contobox Video
Petar Bozinovski, president, Crucial Interactive, said a growing desire for video from clients led to the expansion of the interactive unit.

From Stimulant: Celebrating OOH creativity
The latest edition of Australia’s Open series has been released, highlighting work from Zulu Alpha Kilo, Taxi and Grip.

Greater visibility a goal for Publicitas following rebrand
President and CEO Wayne St. John on where the company will be expanding.

Handmaid’s Tale premiere sets records for Bravo
The TV adaptation of the Margaret Atwood novel becomes the most-watched premiere in five years for the Bell Media channel.

New Torstar CEO says ‘everything is on the table’
John Boynton knows he has a lot to consider, but isn’t balking at the challenge of reconstructing the company.

Cross-screen video advertising on the rise: report
The newest Canadian Videology report shows mobile video advertising use grew by 50% in the first quarter of 2017.

Sponsors sign on with Toronto’s newest sports team
TekSavvy and Air Transat are among those joining the Wolfpack’s rugby bandwagon.

Grant le Riche moves to Argedia Group
The former TubeMogul managing director has moved over to the agency search and management consultancy.

Cineplex Media reports record first quarter
Sponsorship and other media associated with eSports were key drivers for growth.

Spotted! A magical transit shelter
Lg2 has created an OOH twist on a classic card trick to promote the Festival de Magie de Quebec.