Awards

Unlike last year, when the awards program was cancelled, Cannes Lions trophies will be announced in June.

This year’s judging committee is also described as “most diverse” ever assembled for CMHOL.

The June event will be judged and awarded in person, although it will also feature a “significant” digital component.

In a tough year, the CMA Awards provide a welcome opportunity to get dressed up and celebrate the industry, says Stephen Brown

SickKids Foundation was named Effie Brand of the Year as part of the ICA’s virtual Canadian Effectiveness Summit on Thursday.

Rethink, Bensimon Byrne, and Union complete the list of Gold winners, with virtual presentations to Grand Prix jury happening next week.

Rather than trophies, this year’s Young Glory winners are being given gold ‘championship’ rings.

Winners will be announced over the next three weeks with the Grand Prix announced as part of the ICA’s Creative Effectiveness Summit Sept. 30 and Oct. 1.

The inductees are Joe Jackman, Nancy Marcus, Morris Saffer, Brian Scudamore and Anthony von Mandl.

Canada ‘punches above its weight creatively,’ says FCB’s chief creative officer, Nancy Crimi-Lamanna, of Best of Discipline accolades.

FCB, BBDO and FCB/Six lead the way with 11, eight and six Gold Pencils respectively.

FCB, FCB/Six and Rethink lead the way, while BBDO, Taxi and Bensimon Byrne all have double-digit chances to win a Pencil

Sid Lee also picked up two Cubes, while Apple’s “Bounce” spot was named Best of Show for 2020.

Other Canadian winners so far: Taxi, Zulu Alpha Kilo, Head Gear, Sid Lee, Instil Image Co. with Saatchi & Saatchi, L’Eloi and Leo Burnett Toronto.

Canada has 55 finalists, which is up from 34 last year and is the fourth highest total of any country.