Canada’s media industry is an extremely diverse field, bringing together the best of advertising, engineering, data and many other sectors. These companies are producing everything from videos to journalism and hit TV shows. Here are the top media companies in Canada to know.
Top Media Companies in Canada
- Getty Images
- System1
- Ubisoft
- Pearson
- Rogers
- The Globe and Mail
- Bell Media
Media Companies in Canada
Getty Images is an iconic name in visual media, known for its huge library of image and video content, which is available for use through a time-limited licensing model — kind of like a lease. Clients pay for specific uses over units of time, such as a year’s license to use an image on a website, or a month’s license to use a video in an ad. As a media tastemaker, the company is constantly in pursuit of new visual assets that represent moments and changes in culture and illuminate trends.
System1 provides a responsive acquisition marketing platform that leverages powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning to offer omnichannel digital marketing services. Its solutions enable brands to monetize internet traffic by displaying appropriate advertisements to help them reach high-intent customers.
Ubisoft is a well-known game development company with offices throughout Canada. The company has been responsible for some of the most popular gaming franchises, including Assassin’s Creed and Just Dance. The company has also been successful at expanding beyond gaming, producing films and TV series based on its IP.
Pearson is a global company combining tech and education. The company distributes thousands of eTextbooks across a wide range of subject areas. Pearson has also developed subscription platforms where students can access learning content and educational videos.
Rogers is a Canadian telecommunications and media company offering entertainment and internet services. The company’s home TV bundle, Ignite, provides access to TV channels and streaming services like Tubi and Netflix.
The Globe and Mail is a Canadian news company dating back to 1844. The company produces fact-based news and editorial content for its readers and has gained recognition for its interactive data visualizations. Thanks to its large reader base, The Globe and Mail also serves as a marketing platform for companies looking to advertise their products.
Bell Media is a Canadian corporation that operates national television networks, radio stations and digital media websites. Under its media umbrella are brands like MTV, Animal Planet and TSN. Bell Media is also responsible for culling data from its networks to match advertisers with ideal audiences for their marketing campaigns.
