Stingray Digital cries foul on CRTC’s proposed skinny basic
Company head Eric Boyko told the regulator during Thursday’s Let’s Talk TV hearing that its Galaxy audio service could sink if the new proposed package goes through.
Corus invests in female-focused MCN
A funding round led by Corus Entertainment gives the media company exclusive rights to represent KIN’s programming (pictured) and ad opps in Canada.
Soshal launches media arm
Alexandra Reid, director of growth, tells MiC about the new launch, which aims to create client campaigns that go beyond click-through rates online.
Canada ripe for new streaming option
Netflix has more than doubled its evening traffic from three years ago, according to new research from broadband and network solutions company Sandvine, but a lack of a strong competitor makes Canada a prime market for a new entry.
Pick your Platform: Steve Meraska on Spotify’s noteworthiness
Starcom MediaVest Group’s SVP of innovation, insight and disruption uses a custom playlist to present his take on the streaming service.
Maker bows Just For Laughs YouTube channel
Featuring never-before-seen footage from the Just For Laughs archives from comedians such as Dave Chappelle, Louis C.K. and Jon Stewart, it joins Just For Laughs’ other Maker-managed channel, Gags.
Mobile ad spend up 177%: IAB Canada
A new report says online ads brought in $3.5 billion last year, driven by a surge in spending on search and mobile.
Kill digital media and rebuild: Warring
The CEO of Dentsu Aegis Network Canada on why the old model isn’t working and how to change it before agencies become unnecessary.
Groupe V Media completes takeover of music channels
New Quebec financial partners have boarded the media company as it completes its acquisition of MusiquePlus and MusiMax.
Include children’s programming in basic, DHX tells CRTC
The new operator of Family, Disney XD and Disney Junior argued that not including the channels in a skinny basic option would diminish the quality of Canadian children’s content.
Gusto TV urges CRTC to level the playing field
Executives from the food and lifestyle channel argued that changes to the broadcast system should include greater access for indies.
CBC Music changes its tune on YouTube
The corporation’s digital music platform is taking video more seriously with new, original content on its channel to attract a younger audience.
Publicis announces executive shuffle
The company has appointed a new team to lead digital growth, as it announces a series of executive changes and extends chairman and the term of CEO Maurice Levy to 2017.
The Amazing Race Canada takes top spot: Numeris
CTV’s hit reality show had the most viewers for the week of Sept. 1 to 7.
Exchange Lab restructures North American team
The company has promoted six people working out of its Toronto office to facilitate further growth globally.
