Radio

SiriusXM Media Canada launches with slate of popular podcasts
Jon Hales has been tapped to lead the sales team.

Easyfinancial leans on digital platforms for its emotional campaign
The brand is aiming to make a stronger emotional connection with Canadians.

Audio consumers prefer podcast ads: report
Acast’s latest study gives insight into people’s relationship with commercials in different mediums.

Torres Media to acquire Evanov’s Ottawa radio station
The new deal means that all three of the Ontario stations slated for closure this month by Evanov will continue to operate.

Toyota boosts radio spend, McDonald’s pulls back: AdEase
Subway was the second most active advertiser during the week of Sep. 16 to 22.

Go FM acquires two Evanov radio stations
The two stations were rescued from closing today, but the future of a third Ontario station remains unknown.

What content do newcomers consume on TV and audio platforms?
MTM’s latest report provides a glimpse into the preferences of this demo compared to those born in Canada.

Sobeys and Ford sign with Stingray
In addition to welcoming the grocery brand to its network, the media company is launching in-car karaoke in trucks.

McDonald’s continues its hot streak on radio: AdEase
The latest report shows the QSR recorded 5894 occurrences.

Rogers launches streaming audio platform
The new app, Seekr, will offer advertisers digital and audio sponsorship and integration opportunities.

McDonald’s takes the lead on radio, followed by Subway
The QSR dominated the airwaves from September 2 to 8, according to AdEase.

Corus Entertainment strikes new amendment to debt repayment plan
The current deal also includes requirements to use any excess cash to repay outstanding balances on the debt