Torstar

Flipp and Metroland Media Partner on Digital Innovation to Revitalize Local Commerce in Ontario

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Partnership, Metroland Media Group, Business development, Torstar, History, Senior, Online shopping

This partnership will guarantee that local communities in Ontario are integrated into Flipp's comprehensive digital distribution network.

Key Points: 
  • This partnership will guarantee that local communities in Ontario are integrated into Flipp's comprehensive digital distribution network.
  • The partnership with Metroland Media Group signifies a commitment to sustaining and actively enriching local communities through digital solutions that offer tangible benefits to shoppers and retailers.
  • "Through our partnership with Metroland Media, we're bringing digital transformation to local communities, keeping these communities vibrant and economically resilient," said Garrett Royds, Senior Vice President - Business Development & Partnerships at Flipp.
  • By innovating with Flipp, we keep that connection going strong - delivering a familiar and valued experience with local flyers, online."

VerticalScope Partners with The Trade Desk to Integrate OpenPass and OpenPath

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Data Management, Technology, Publishing, Marketing, Advertising, Communications, Social Media, Security, Search Engine Marketing, Software, Internet, The Trade Desk, Commerce, Trade, TSX, Partnership, TTD, Torstar, Online shopping

OpenPass is a single-sign-on solution created by The Trade Desk that will be deployed across VerticalScope’s web communities, providing users with a secure login alternative.

Key Points: 
  • OpenPass is a single-sign-on solution created by The Trade Desk that will be deployed across VerticalScope’s web communities, providing users with a secure login alternative.
  • As web publishers face concerns related to advertising addressability and consumer privacy, OpenPass allows them to authenticate their users in a transparent manner and provide a premium ad experience.
  • This direct connection will contribute to a more efficient auction, driving value for both advertisers and VerticalScope.
  • “The Trade Desk is an industry leader, and this partnership offers a secure and premium experience to our users, which is why we’re also excited to offer OpenPass as a new login option for our communities.”

VerticalScope to Announce First Quarter 2024 Results

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Friday, April 12, 2024
Networks, Internet, Data Management, Technology, Software, Torstar, TSX, Webcast

VerticalScope Holdings Inc. ("VerticalScope" or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA) announced today that the Company's first quarter 2024 financial results will be released after the market close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • VerticalScope Holdings Inc. ("VerticalScope" or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA) announced today that the Company's first quarter 2024 financial results will be released after the market close on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
  • Management will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the Company's financial results at 8:00 a.m.
  • ET on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
  • Live call registration and webcast:

VerticalScope to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Networks, Internet, Data Management, Technology, Software, TSX, Webcast, Torstar

VerticalScope Holdings Inc. ("VerticalScope" or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA ) announced today that the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results will be released after the market close on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • VerticalScope Holdings Inc. ("VerticalScope" or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA ) announced today that the Company's fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results will be released after the market close on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.
  • Management will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the Company's financial results at 8:00 a.m.
  • ET on Thursday, March 14, 2024.
  • Live Call Registration and Webcast:

DallasNews Corporation Announces Chris Patheiger as Chief Product and Innovation Officer

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Monday, November 13, 2023
Marketing, Toronto Star, Management, Torstar, DallasNews Corporation, Family, Innovation, News, Corporation

DALLAS, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq: DALN) announced today that Chris Patheiger has been named Chief Product and Innovation Officer effective January 2, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq: DALN) announced today that Chris Patheiger has been named Chief Product and Innovation Officer effective January 2, 2024.
  • Chris comes to DallasNews Corporation from Torstar Corporation, publisher of the Toronto Star, where he spent the last two years as Chief Product and Data Officer.
  • Chris has over 13 years of senior executive experience leading product, data, technology, and marketing teams to create and commercialize digital products.
  • Katy Murray, President and Chief Financial Officer of DallasNews Corporation, shared the following about Chris: “In this role, Chris will be responsible for product development, data analytics and ensuring our digital products are meeting the evolving needs of our customers.

National Newspaper Awards add Photo Story category to 2023 competition

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Journalism, Hudson's Bay Company, Social media, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Florida Board of Governors, Photo Story, News, Organization, Pictures of the Year International, Torstar, WWF-Canada, NNA, Citation, TD, Metro International, National Newspaper Awards, Camera, Pharmaceutical industry, Sponsor (commercial)

TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Newspaper Awards will include a new category for photographers in 2023: Photo Story.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Newspaper Awards will include a new category for photographers in 2023: Photo Story.
  • It is one of four photo categories in the 2023 competition.
  • For the second year, the NNAs will welcome submissions in one category from Canadian journalists or organizations who would otherwise be ineligible for the competition.
  • The awards were established by the Toronto Press Club in 1949 to encourage excellence and reward achievement in daily newspaper work in Canada.

Torstar pausing advertising on Facebook, Instagram

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
Online, Journalism, Democracy, Meta, Toronto Star, Metroland Media Group, Organization, Publication, Toronto, Health, News, Social media, Torstar

TORONTO, July 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Torstar Corporation, the owner of the Toronto Star and Metroland Media Group, announced today that effective immediately it is pausing all company advertising on Facebook and Instagram.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, July 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Torstar Corporation, the owner of the Toronto Star and Metroland Media Group, announced today that effective immediately it is pausing all company advertising on Facebook and Instagram.
  • The move is in response to Meta's intention to block access to news from the Toronto Star and the company's other daily and community publications on Facebook and Instagram, Meta's social media platform.
  • "It is critical that we ensure all Canadians have full access to trusted, reliable news and journalism," said Neil Oliver, Torstar CEO.
  • Torstar has always been a willing partner with Facebook and Instagram.

Carrie Lysenko Named CEO of Zoocasa

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Monday, April 17, 2023
Marketing, The Weather Network, Pelmorex, Livestreaming, Weather, Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission, TSX, Growth, Exp, Torstar, Management, Rogers Communications

BELLINGHAM, Wash., April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zoocasa Realty LLC, a subsidiary of eXp Realty ® (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced that Carrie Lysenko has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Key Points: 
  • BELLINGHAM, Wash., April 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zoocasa Realty LLC, a subsidiary of eXp Realty ® (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced that Carrie Lysenko has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • “Carrie has been a driving force behind Zoocasa since late 2019, bringing product and technical leadership, lead generation and conversion capabilities to agents across Canada,” said Glenn Sanford, CEO of eXp Realty.
  • “Since we acquired Zoocasa in 2022, Carrie and the team have scaled services coast to coast and have begun expansion efforts into the United States.
  • Lysenko brings more than three-and-a-half years experience as chief operating officer and 20 years of business, technical product and marketing leadership to the helm at Zoocasa.

Toronto Star publisher urges more investment in trusted media

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Heart, Advertising, Journalism, Democracy, Speech, Toronto Star, Star, Organization, The Weather Network, John Bitove Sr., Editorial, Risk, Toronto, Federation, News, Pharmaceutical industry, Publishing, Cryptocurrency, Torstar

That's the message that Jordan Bitove, publisher of the Toronto Star and owner of Torstar Corporation, delivered today in a speech in which he urged advertisers and the federal governments to embrace an Ethical Media Supply Chain, which supports Canadian-owned and operated and trusted news outlets.

Key Points: 
  • That's the message that Jordan Bitove, publisher of the Toronto Star and owner of Torstar Corporation, delivered today in a speech in which he urged advertisers and the federal governments to embrace an Ethical Media Supply Chain, which supports Canadian-owned and operated and trusted news outlets.
  • Bitove provided examples of how declining advertising impacts the Toronto Star and other Torstar new outlets.
  • For advertisers, Bitove said organizations should ask themselves what percentage of their media spend goes to supporting Canadian-owned and operated media.
  • "Promote and invest in the ethical media supply chain, subscribe to local news and talk to everyone you know about what's at risk."

Anna Maria Tremonti and Irene Gentle to headline World Press Freedom Day luncheon May 3 to discuss online harassment and violence against female and marginalized journalists

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Friday, March 17, 2023
Online, Freedom, Gracie Awards, Hatred, CBC Radio 3, The Hamilton Spectator, Journalism, Democracy, Violence, Crime, WPFC, CBC Radio, Toronto Star, National Observer, Television, Hamilton, World Press Freedom Day, Welcome to Paradise, Observational comedy, CBC, Risk, Eventbrite, Toronto, The Current (radio program), Gemini Awards, Radio, Inclusion, Safety, Torstar, Woman

OTTAWA, ON, March 17, 2023 /CNW/ - World Press Freedom Canada (WPFC) is pleased to announce multi-award-winning journalist Anna Maria Tremonti will be the keynote speaker at its annual World Press Freedom Day luncheon in Ottawa on May 3.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, March 17, 2023 /CNW/ - World Press Freedom Canada (WPFC) is pleased to announce multi-award-winning journalist Anna Maria Tremonti will be the keynote speaker at its annual World Press Freedom Day luncheon in Ottawa on May 3.
  • She will be joined by Torstar Vice President for Inclusion and Strategic Partnerships, Irene Gentle, for an armchair discussion.
  • Tremonti is a long-time journalist who has traveled Canada and the world covering societal change, political upheaval, and armed conflict.
  • "Women and marginalized journalists are increasingly on the receiving end of online harassment and attacks for reporting inconvenient truths.