Josh Kolm
Fairfax to buy Toys ‘R’ Us Canada
The bid will keep the retailer’s Canadian subsidiary and 82 stores up and running.
Emerald Health Therapeutics picks DDB as AOR
All of the agency’s divisions will contribute to the assignment in support of the cannabis producer’s growth plans.
Five new CDs at 123w
A series of new projects has led to hires and promotions across departments at the Vancouver agency.
The 2018 Agency Family Tree
A breakdown of every major holding company’s assets and offerings in the Canadian market.
ASOS rolls out visual search
The online fashion retailer’s image recognition tech is now available in Canada.
Amazon lets users create their own Alexa skills
Alexa Blueprints gives the platform another layer of utility and customization.
Tech in Action: Take a (non)break from bad weather
Spies Travel helped travelers appreciate their vacation destination by simulating the cold and rain back home.
Snapchat launches shoppable AR
New features on the platform include the ability to incorporate ecommerce into branded lenses.
Ogilvy acquires Brad
The network strengthens its Canadian creative offering and establishes a presence in Quebec City.
McCann wins Canadian Armed Forces account
Led out of Montreal, the agency will lead advertising as part of an ongoing effort to drive recruitment.
Emblem adds to marketing leadership
A new CMO and in-house creative director are among the additions at the licensed cannabis producer.
Harry Rosen updates its look
The retailer evolves alongside menswear trends with its first TV ads and a campaign supporting a made-to-measure brand.
Aphria launches first recreational brand
Solei is meant to demystify cannabis and show “novice” consumers the different occasions it can complement.
Dr. Oetker picks Giants & Gentlemen
The agency will work on the company’s full portfolio of pizza and dessert brands as its new AOR.
Sorrell steps down from WPP
The holding company’s CEO has left following an investigation into alleged misconduct.
