🗞 Today marks World News Day, a vital reminder of the importance of supporting local media and journalism. On Tuesday, the Canadian Media Directors’ Council (CMDC) board gathered at the Toronto Star’s newsroom with editor-in-chief Nicole MacIntyre to reaffirm our commitment to the Canadian Media Manifesto. Let’s championing local media - it strengthens society and empowers brands. For more insights, read the article featured in @TorontoStar and Campaign Canada #WorldNewsDay #CanadianMediaManifesto https://lnkd.in/gcDvzaHg
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The Canadian Media Directors’ Council plays a pro-active role in the media communications industry as advocates, leaders and as advisors, to ensure a fair and progressive marketplace on behalf of our clients, our agencies and our media partners. We operate as a collective voice on behalf of advertisers, leveraging our significant investment in advertising placement, to counter-balance the concentration of media ownership.
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Celebrate the Future of Media — All in One Room! Nominate Your Media Stars Today! 🌟 We’re on the lookout for exceptional media professionals who are making waves and shaping the future of the industry. These rising stars aren’t just breaking boundaries — they’re deeply committed to their craft and their communities. Know someone who fits the bill? Nominate them today and let their talent and dedication shine! Nominations are complimentary. 🏆 Nomination Details 🏆 Nominations Open: September 3rd – October 3rd, 2024 YA Future Impact Awards: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 Let’s celebrate the next generation of media leaders! #CMDCYAFutureImpact #NominateNow https://lnkd.in/grwsvvaz
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The #empoweher community is growing and thriving! Thank you to everyone involved in making our recent networking and higher learning event such a success. Together, we’re building a powerful network of support and inspiration. #Leadership #Community #empowerher
Thank you to everyone who attended our SOLD OUT #empowerher Imposter Syndrome event on Thursday, Sept 5th! We had an actionable, relatable, and inspiring keynote from Amy Kiernan, a fireside chat with Amy and Devika Brij, shared stories and tactics in coaching circles, and enjoyed food, drinks, and fun, all for the CMDC (Canadian Media Director's Council). Special thanks to Snap and Teads for their support in bringing this event to life. And of course to Amy, Devika, Shannon, and our coaches. It was truly one for the books! #empowerher committee: This is our best one yet! Working alongside you has been wonderful. Together, we are fostering a community that empowers women to unlock their full potential!⭐️💫 Follow along for news on our next event, coming soon. #empowerher #impostersyndrome #womeninmedia #womensevents cc: Sydney Robertson Jennifer Lee Fields, Tamara Shannon, Allison Burley, Laura Heck (Lewandowski), Alyea Henderson, Nina Ahmadi, Nicole Stothard, Shannon Lewis.
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Cannes Lions News 🗞 Canada has moved up to #4 globally at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity. This incredible achievement reflects the immense talent and dedication within our Canadian creative and media community. 🇨🇦 Thank you to the Cannes Lions Advisory Board and The Globe and Mail, for supporting the program for 19 years! This ranking is not just a number; it represents the vibrant Canadian advertising industry. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Invest in Canada 🇨🇦 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Globe Media Group
Canada continues to shine on the global stage! 🎉 The official 2024 LIONS Creativity report and Cannes Lions rankings are in, and Canada has placed #4 globally with a total of 66 Lions! 🦁 Moving up one spot from last year, it's another record-breaking year for Canadian creativity. 🇨🇦 With over 90 countries competing, this is an incredible milestone. Here’s how Canada stacked up in 2024: 🏆 2 Grand Prix 🥇 11 Gold 🥈 23 Silver 🥉 30 Bronze ✨ Plus, 166 Shortlist nods Rethink led the way with 24 wins, including a prestigious Grand Prix. Other top performers were Klick Health with eight awards, dentsu with seven, FCB Canada and Ogilvy each with five, and Edelman Canada with four. For the full list of Canadian winners visit https://lnkd.in/gv42Q2AW For the full 2024 LIONS Creativity Report visit https://lnkd.in/gC4Qny6t Congratulations to all the Canadian agencies and creatives behind these outstanding wins! As the official Canadian Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity representative, The Globe and Mail is proud to celebrate your incredible work! 🎉 Stay tuned – exciting updates on 2025 juror nominations are coming soon! #CannesLions2024 #CanadianCreativity
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How is the Digital Services Tax (DST) impacting advertising and trade relations? The CMDC shared insights in a recent MIC article, emphasizing the need for a collaborative approach that fosters growth and strengthens Canada's global competitiveness. We will also be hosting an executive briefing in October for members to discuss this further. https://lnkd.in/gfRhsVuN
The U.S. is challenging Canada’s Digital Services Tax
https://mediaincanada.com
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September Training & Higher Learning | With strategy at the heart of our media business, we encourage you to explore the APG Agency Effectiveness Accreditation course, linked below. The APG is launching this accreditation, designed to help agencies and marketers stand out by demonstrating a tangible commitment to creating and measuring impactful work. Account Planning Group of Canada - APG Canada
Go back to school with our training partners: IPA (Institute of Practitioners in Advertising), Sweathead, Baiba Matisone. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gCxHWFgG
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CMDC Media Review | As summer winds down, we're excited to share the final summer issue of the Media Review, packed with insights and updates on the latest in media. In this edition, we dive into: - Olympics audience ratings: 27 million Canadians tuned in, and 13.3 million watched the opening ceremony alone 🇨🇦 - Canada's impressive performance at the Cannes Lions, ranking #5 with 66 awards - Key policy updates, including Bill C-59 and our statement on the Digital Services Tax. - Canadian Media Manifesto - New research on DEI and Attention in media - Campaign's we admire: Fuse Create Soles4Souls’ - Upcoming CMDC Fall events, including #empowerher on September 5th and YA Awards nominations opening on September 3rd 🎉 Stay informed and stay connected. #medialeaders
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Calling all women and allies! Join me, my fellow coaches and an amazing group of women on Sept 5th for the hashtag #EmpowerHer event, "Imposter Syndrome: Cultivating Confidence in the Workplace", supported by the CMDC (Canadian Media Director's Council). We're excited to have Amy Kiernan, and Devika Brij as hosts for a fireside chat. Enjoy food, drinks, and an exclusive invite to the Snapchat Creator Lounge at Elevation Pictures TIFF Opening Party! Click here for tickets. https://lnkd.in/guHdEyaV #EmpowerWomen #CareerDevelopment #TIFF #ElevationPictures
#EmpowerHer Fall Event
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At CMDC, we're all about supporting women in media. We're thrilled to host the fall #EmpowerHer event on Thursday September 5th, designed to uplift and inspire women across our industry. This event will feature executive coaches Amy Kiernan, founder of Up Level, and Devika Brij, author of Thrive in Color, who will provide valuable insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and building confidence in the workplace. Thank you to our partners, Teads and Snap, for their support in making this event possible. Following the session, attendees are invited to the Snapchat Creator Lounge at Elevation Pictures TIFF Opening Party— an opportunity to connect with a vibrant media community. We look forward to seeing you there. #WomenInMedia #TIFF2024 #Networking #EmpowerHer. Learn more here. https://lnkd.in/gKHAn8hz
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The Canadian Media Directors’ Council (CMDC) and the Association of Canadian Advertisers (ACA) have issued a joint statement urging the Government of Canada to urgently reconsider the implementation of the Digital Services Tax Act (DSTA) introduced through Bill C-59. Read full statement and more here. https://lnkd.in/gEhVn2eb
CMDC and ACA raise concerns about Digital Services Tax
https://strategyonline.ca