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April 26, 2019

Government regulation coming for tech giants?

Government regulation coming for tech giants?
The Canadian government is “actively considering” regulating social media giants and believes that self-regulation of the platforms has failed.

Study shows traditional ads viewed more favourably

Study shows traditional ads viewed more favourably
When it comes to reliability and helpfulness, buyers should know that it’s not just the creative that affects viewers’ perceptions. According to a recent study by AdStandards, not all media is created equal, and ads on certain media are viewed as more trustworthy than others.

MARKETING FEATURE

Proud Advertisers support local markets across the country

Support your local economy with the Proud Advertiser campaign
The Proud Advertiser program was developed for all newspapers to run year-round to support their local economy. Publish house ads recognizing your advertisers and then deliver your custom Proud Advertiser stickers to them so they can display their support for your community as well.

Seaway News purchased by icimédias

Seaway News purchased by icimédias
The Cornwall Seaway News has been purchased by icimédias from TC Transcontinental. Seaway News employs a staff of 11 people, all of whom have been retained by icimédias.

Glacier Media buys community news site Castanet

Glacier Media buys community news site Castanet
Community news company Glacier Media has bought Castanet, Glacier announced in a news release Friday. Glacier Media bought the digital Okanagan news outlet for $22 million.

RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT

Canadians like, but don't trust, social media for news, according to new poll

Canadian Journalism Foundation
A new poll commissioned by The Canadian Journalism Foundation and conducted by Maru/Matchbox shows that while social media is a top news source for both Canadians and Americans, it is among the least trusted source for Canadians.

The Davidson Leader wins awards at this year's
SWNA Better Newspapers Competition

The Davidson Leader wins awards at this year's SWNA Better Newspapers Competition
The Davidson Leader won several awards at the Saskatchewan Weekly Newspapers Association (SWNA) Better Newspapers Competition.

Are you ready for CAJ 2019?

Are you ready for CAJ 2019?
Each year, the CAJ’s national conference brings together journalists from across the country for two days of professional development workshops and panel discussions—not to mention a healthy dose of networking and making friends!

'In the Biz'

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