‘This is not what we want to do’: SaltWire temporarily lays off 40% of staff
The Atlantic Canadian media company has had to take harsh measures to ensure the long-term survival of its business.
COVID-19: The local media impact
Small and mid-sized businesses — which have traditionally been big boosters for local titles — are looking at alternatives to paid media. And small publications are feeling the pinch.
Inside Tourism Newfoundland’s big newspaper buy
Digital and social media added support during the four-month lead up to prime travel season.
Broadcast revenue grows for TVA
However, magazines continue to trend down for the Montreal media giant.
Revenue down 14% at Torstar
While digital advertising revenue in the dailies segment rose slightly, digital advertising overall was down 7%.
‘Fashion’ looks to a more inclusive future
No longer a ‘women’s magazine’ the 43-year-old brand is moving with the culture, says its EIC and is a magazine for all.
Revenue continues to decline at Yellow Pages
Print and digital earnings continue to drop, although a reduced headcount has given YP a slightly higher margin.
ICYMI: Arkells want you to read more local news, Google expands in Canada
Plus, Facebook shuts down mobile Audience Network and TCL pulls the plug on BlackBerry.
ICYMI: Who’s sponsoring the big game?
Plus, Canadian Society of Magazine Editors folds after 30 years and CTV greenlights new comedy from the writer of Modern Family.
ICYMI: CBC switches up The National, Uber hires new global head of media
Plus, Sportsnet ratings increase at midseason and Now Magazine ups editorial staff following Media Central acquisition.
Magazine sale drives Rogers Media revenues down slightly
It was Today’s Shopping Choice that partially offset the resulting media softness, but the company expects sports will be strong in future quarters.
Reach, revenue and impact: Jennifer Hollett’s goals for The Walrus
The former head of news and government at Twitter Canada, Jennifer Hollett assumes the role from Shelley Ambrose, effective June 1.
Foodism, Escapism get experiential to reach commuter audiences
Twenty-Two Media will now distribute its print titles at Billy Bishop Airport and Toronto’s Union Station.
ICYMI: VMC Media goes big in Texas; Hasbro, eOne deal closes
Plus, Anna Maria Tremonti returns to the mic and City Parent mag finds a new home with Media Classified.
Postmedia’s revenue drops continue into Q1
Despite continued growth in digital, the company’s overall revenue has decreased another 8.5%.
- Is GroupM being dismantled? Reports point to rebrand and restructuring
- Some GroupM Canada senior executives have left the agency
- Havas Media Canada makes three senior leadership appointments
- Media leaders concerned ad spend not going to Canadian media
- Upfronts 2025: Fox announces significant investment in sports
