Christopher Lombardo

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Articles by Christopher Lombardo
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Bell adds LinkedIn and Etalk to this year’s Let’s Talk campaign

The telco is responding to conversations about mental health in the workplace, as well telling the stories of some famous faces.

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SickKids connects storytelling with the bottom of the donor funnel

The hospital’s holiday campaign shows how it has been increasingly combining brand-focused mass media with “laser-focused” digital conversion channels.

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Spotted! Diageo whiskies get the holographic treatment

The company is using PORTL displays to break down the barriers that have gone up in channels where sampling and demos used to be prevalent.

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Oh Henry! looks to build relevancy and a younger audience on Twitch

The confectionery is incentivizing gamers with Bits redemptions, the platform’s de facto currency.

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Loblaw brings the PC Insiders Report back to print

The largest program the company has run behind its magazine capitalizes on both cross-platform consumption and a desire for normalcy.

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Canadian Tire expands its work with Corus for the holidays

On top of activations on Hallmark, Food Network and W, the retailer is also increasing its presence on Spotify to tap interest in seasonal music.

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How Coke is bringing the magic of its Christmas campaign to Canada

A mix of new platforms and classic TV spots aim to combine reach with interactivity and frequency.

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Kinder flies the flag for an accessible Halloween

The Ferrero confectionery is the latest sponsor to sign on with Treat Accessibly, which makes it easier for kids with disabilities to go trick-or-treating.

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Leger buys digital agency Ressac

The market research firm aims to offer a comprehensive service extending its data and insights into campaign execution.

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Restaurants lead the pack when it comes to social engagement

Caddle and Ad Standards data reveals how companies are driving consumer product education and conversion.

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RBC prioritizes digital to reach young music lovers

While broadcast still has a role, the bank finds that YouTube and Instagram have driven the most engagement for RBCxMusic.

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Why Starcom used Pinterest to keep Cracker Barrel top of mind

Affinity marketing and contextualized videos help drive trial, but also serve longer-term brand goals heading into the holidays.

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IGA and Ricardo are starting home ec classes for grown-ups

The grocer is leveraging the media platform to address an emerging deficit in basic food management skills.