IKEA dominates radio airwaves, outpacing Government of Canada
QSRs, furniture stores and internet services remained the top spending groups, according to AdEase.
Bell Media hires former Snap vet to support digital efforts
The senior exec joins in a newly created role, signalling Bell’s deeper push into digital advertising and partnerships.
People Moves: Cossette Media appoints VP, IAB names co-chair
Plus, Initiative’s Pascaline Forget named to IAB Canada’s Gaming Committee.
Home Hardware named title sponsor of Blue Jays Central Studio
The two brands have been partners for nearly 20 years.
EssenceMediacom tops COMvergence 2024 Canada new business report
Mediabrands, OMG and Plus lead the rankings in the latest New Business Barometer.
NSL’s inaugural campaign focuses on digital
The league aims to tap into experienced female athletes already involved in the digital sports landscape.
Rogers Arena’s digital upgrade includes zone-specific messaging
Creative Realities marks its first full-scale deployment in Canada’s IPTV and live venue industry.
Canadian retailers embrace AI agents: Salesforce
According to a recent report, 60 per cent of Canadian retailers say AI agents will be essential to compete within a year.
Epitaph exposes ‘Garbage Media’ buy with promotional stunt
In collaboration with Rethink, the media agency has installed a mini billboard in an alley in Toronto and sold it to different brands.
Industry News: Publicis Groupe Canada acquires Moov AI
Plus, Havas appoints Dan Hagen and Jamie Seltzer to global leadership team.
Basis is launching geo-targeting for political districts
The platform automates political district targeting and ad compliance for Canadian elections.
People Moves: Matt McGowan leaving Snap
Meanwhile, Prospect Media adds VP of media.
Simons kicks off first sports sponsorship deal with the NSL
As a fashion partner, the brand will dress the league’s reporters and create content highlighting the players’ styles.
Canadian OTT subscriptions expected to leap 15%: Convergence
The report also found a drop in Canadian cable, satellite and Telco TV subscribers in 2024.
Pet Valu using Canadians’ screens to inspire playtime with pets
The brand’s new ad will air on Home Network, Amazon Prime, mobile games and social media.
