
Competition Bureau sues DoorDash over alleged misleading advertising
Lawsuit claims online delivery service has racked up nearly $1 billion in unfair fees from customers.

Publicis snatches Mars’ media business from WPP
EssenceMediacom retained the brands’ $1.7 billion USD media account in 2022 after a 10-month review.

Initiative Canada secures OCS media business
The renewed agreement extends their partnership through 2029.

Amex accelerates cardmember acquisition with F1 activation
The brand will launch an exclusive lounge experience during the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal.

Pluto TV launches All Women’s Sport Network channel
The new 24/7 channel airs more than 2,500 hours a year of live women’s sports.

Paramount cuts ties with WPP Media, awards business to Publicis
The entertainment giant first partnered with WPP in 2004, when it appointed Mediaedge:cia, which eventually rebranded as MEC, as its media AOR.

WPP CEO Mark Read to retire at year’s end
The move comes after WPP introduced WPP Media, its new AI-driven media business, replacing GroupM.

Excel amplifies new look with Live Nation partnership
The team is leveraging the summer season to position the gum as a confidence-boosting essential.