Research

Tim Hortons increases its TV buy and finishes in first: AdEase
Leon’s Furniture was the second most active advertiser from Sep. 30 to Oct. 6.

A majority of Canadians are eager to learn AI skills
A new Google Canada study shows that most Canadian businesses see the economic benefits of AI

Newcomers are consuming Canadian media before they arrive
According to study conducted by GroupM, CMDC, and Kijiji Canada, new Canadians still represent an untapped market.

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

French content is booming on Spotify outside Francophone markets
Last year, more than one in six of global monthly active users listened to French music or podcasts on the streaming platform.

Majority of women’s sports fans are brand loyal, report finds
Canadian Women & Sport published two studies that provide insight into the interests of this population.

CTV most popular among Millennials and Gen Xers
According to MTM’s latest report, the growth of connected TV has mirrored the popularity of SVOD, with three quarters of anglophones now using it.

PHD named top media agency in new business: COMvergence
In the firm’s latest Global New Business Barometer OMD came in second, and Starcom third.

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

Spotify’s ad revenue is expected to reach $2.1 billion this year
The music streamer has seen an 81% year-over-year increase in video streaming among Gen Z users.