TODAY'S EDITION April 18 2026

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Bettina Heimrath steps down as Hearts & Science president

She has spent the past four years with the agency, calling it “one of the most rewarding parts of my career.”

Tims’ cup runneth…in markets across Canada

Campaign from Gut showcases the many roles the country’s most famous coffee plays in Canadians’ lives.

Google blocked over eight billion malicious ads in 2025

The 2025 Ads Safety Report claims that its Gemini AI-powered tools caught 99% of policy-violating ads before they were seen.

Zulumatic brings in Meredith Castellani as strategy lead

The appointment comes as Zulu Alpha Kilo’s media arm scales its integrated creative and media model across North America.

FTC settles alleged boycott and “unlawful collusion” between WPP, Publicis and Dentsu

Complaint alleged WPP, Publicis and Dentsu used trade associations to promote “demonetisation of disfavoured political viewpoints.”

Havas grows 2.5% in Q1 as acquisitions make initial impact

Results show impact of multiple acquisitions, including Bearded Kitten in the UK.

Meta to pass Google in digital ad revenue for first time: Emarketer

The big three of Google, Meta and Amazon now account for 62.3% of worldwide digital ad spending.


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Agency: Zulu Alpha Kilo

Client: PC Financial

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

As the NHL begins the ‘good part’ of its season, Skip launches Joe Thornton-led campaign and ticket giveaway

The Stanley Cup Playoffs activation gives customers a chance to win one of 50 all-inclusive game packages through its order-to-win promotion.

Are influencer networks the new TV?

Brand building is still about credibility, authenticity, repetition and, increasingly, that formula is being delivered in the creator ecosystem.

Taking a scroll — Week of April 13: This week in the global creator economy

The latest trends, creator moves and platform updates marketers need to know.

TikTok, 4As back first US certification program for brand deals

The Institute for Responsible Influence announced the Responsible Influence Certification Program on Monday.

Reese’s launches limited-edition Big Cups with creator-led campaign

The digital-first campaign features custom sneakers, locked vault teasers and a nationwide contest.

Cashmere brings its restaurant bathroom guide to Montreal

The brand expands its Fleur ranking system beyond Toronto, reframing bathrooms as a key part of the dining experience.

TurboTax Canada takes tax season to the streets

The mobile activation in Toronto reframes tax filing as self-care, and advocates for workplace benefits to include financial tools like tax software.

Adidas reviews £377m global media account

WPP Media’s EssenceMediacom is the incumbent.

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