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Forsman & Bodenfors names CEO
Melanie Johnston has been hired from DDB to lead the newly merged agency’s Canadian operations.
Going hands-on with House of Vans
The skate and shoe brand will host performances, markets and clinics based around creativity and culture.
Tech in Action: Kayak uses AR to measure luggage
The travel site’s new tool gives users a heads up on whether their bag can be carried onto their next flight.
Salesforce announces Einstein Voice
The CRM company will allow users to build voice assistants and bots powered by existing customer data.
How Canadian companies rank on AI adoption
An Accenture report shows companies are getting up to speed on ethics, but lag when it comes to successful implementation.
Public Mobile updates its chatbot
A design change to the SIMon platform aims to make it a more effective customer service tool.
Only one third of LGBTQ+ staff are out at work
The ICA is bringing an organization supporting queer agency staff to Canada in response to a recent survey.
Brent Choi leaves JWT
The president of the Canadian operation and CCO for global brands departs as the agency continues to pursue a collaborative creative model.
RBC takes a lighthearted approach in latest campaign
The bank enlists Canadian actor Jay Baruchel to demonstrate three services that make the bank different.
Most Canadians don’t know where to buy legal cannabis
One month before legalization, a Lift&Co. survey shows consumers lack awareness about where cannabis will be sold.
KBS merges with Forsman & Bodenfors
MDC creates a new global agency with 700 employees in eight cities, including Toronto and Montreal.
Saatchi & Saatchi wins Quesada
The fast casual chain picks a new agency of record as it looks to double its store count over the next two years.
Maricann launches Kiwi Cannabis
The licensed producer’s first recreational brand is the latest to take a simplified approach to its product lineup.
Lg2 names new VP of strategy
Sophie-Annick Vallee has been hired from Cossette to lead the agency’s offering in Montreal.
Inside Suzi Roher’s first flagship store
The accessories brand’s first standalone location takes inspiration from the art world to connect to Toronto’s fashion scene.
