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Government of Canada increases ad spend, leads the pack: AdEase Radio

Desjardins Group and Toyota trail closely behind in the latest report on radio ad spend.

KO Média boosts its ad business with L’actualité and special issues

The publisher is encouraging Quebecers to shop local with a series of issues.

Meta launches Testimonials on Instagram

The giant tech is also working on its new fact-checking program, Community Notes.

Media moves: CIB backs Jolt with $194 million loan

Meanwhile, data platform Surf has been acquired by Datacy, a consumer insights company.

81% of Gen Z take action after seeing DOOH ads: study

The latest Pattison Market Tracker shows that adding digital OOH to social media increases attention, positive perception and purchase influence of a campaign.

Empire makes a significant media investment amid tariff tensions

The company’s retail banners are promoting its shop local messaging across several channels.

Streamer News: The Roku Channel scores American Idol

Meanwhile, Samsung TV launches a kid-friendly FAST channel.

Corus lays off more staff in small and large markets

Cuts have been made at Global News and Corus Radio operations across the country.

RMH turns media channels into pillow forts

The fundraising campaign was promoted by OOH, influencers and pillow forts in business lobbies.

Spence Diamonds holds the lead for four weeks in a row: AdEase Radio

The jeweler scored more occurrences compared to the previous radio buying week.

Industry News: CMI looked into media habits of Healthcare Professionals

Meanwhile, Stingray expands its partnership with Vistar Media.

Google Canada denies abusing its market power

The tech giant also argues that the penalty proposed by the Competition Bureau would be unconstitutional.

Spotted! Costa Rica warms up Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre

The activation is the first run by EIUM after it secured exclusive media rights to the landmark.

Meta launches new brand suitability controls

Meta is also testing the ability for businesses to turn off comments on ads.

Free fan festivals celebrate the 4 Nations Face-Off

Along with the seven game tournament, celebrations are being held in Montreal and Boston with over a dozen brand partners.