AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPlatform Ad Fight: Meta has barred TikTok from advertising on Facebook and Instagram, escalating a rivalry with major implications for social-media buyers. Public-Sector Spending: Ontario’s health ministry spent $13.3 million on advertising last year, according to newly reported figures. Agency Leadership: WPP named McCann global CEO Tyler Turnbull to lead WPP Creative. Media Business: Corus completed a $350-million recapitalization and appointed Maryann Turcke board chair; Canadaland founder Jesse Brown is stepping back from hosting its podcasts but remains publisher and editor. Creative Effectiveness: New Canadian research estimates dull media costs advertisers more than $1.5 billion a year. Canadian Content: Scholastic and Toronto-based 9 Story Media Group unveiled a new children’s programming slate for MIPCOM, including projects in development and returning series.
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