Quebec confirms $50 million plan to support local media
Triggered by the bankruptcy of Groupe Capitales Medias, the support includes a 35% refundable tax credit and will be available to print media province-wide.
New rev models rising, but display ads still top for publishers
Subscriptions, events, ecommerce and branded content are increasingly important, but donations remain a low priority.
The Globe launches new national brand platform
‘Report on Business Magazine’ also gets a refresh with sleeker design and content more focused on strategy and executive leadership.
Pierre Marcoux on his new venture and the future of B2B media
The former TC president of media opens up to MiC on how he knew it was time to go his own way – and how to find sustainability.
TC sells off a myriad of trade publications
Former company president Pierre Marcoux has established Contex Media to buy the titles and continue growing their events.
Twenty Two Media expands editorially, launches creative services arm
The company behind Foodism and Escapism is increasing its pagination while also opening up an in-house creative division.
What agencies can do to help Quebec’s local media
Provincial aid is one source of help, but Touché! president Karine Courtemanche says there’s help beyond government assistance.
MediaTonik wins L’actualite and more
Media, technology, sports and food brands help to expand the offerings of the Quebec rep house.
Groupe Capitales eyes co-op model as Quebec focuses on print news
Although the Government of Quebec has pledged $5 million to help the company is now turning to readers for support.
Postmedia closes the doors on Hamilton Magazine
Parent company pulls the plug citing 41-year-old publication no longer profitable.
Quebec government pledges funding to Groupe Capitales Médias
After filing for bankruptcy, the Quebec media company has been granted another $5 million to avoid closure after a $10 million loan in 2017.
A familiar face comes home to Fashion Magazine
After a three-year absence, Bernadette Morra returns to the role of EIC, saying, ‘I’m well armed to come back.’
ICYMI: Twitter tests new features, FX looks to the fall
Plus, The Globe and Mail signs with Amazom Web Services.
Yellow Pages’ revenue drops by more than 30%
The print and digital advertising company’s asset sales have prompted lower revenue, but its core product is also seeing reductions.
Andrew MacLeod: ‘It’s about buying time.’
Postmedia has refinanced its debt, extending the repayment window by two years. Its CEO explains how this fits into his long-term vision.
