September 18, 2008

New Members

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that three new publications, Piscines & Spas, Pool & Spa Marketing, Pools, Spas & Patios acquired by Kenilworth Media Inc. have been approved for membership.

In addition, Logistics Magazine, recently acquired from Logistics Publishing Inc. by NewCom Média Québec Inc., was approved at the September 11th Board meeting.

Logistics, audited by CCAB/BPAWorldwide, serves the logistics industry including materials management and or distribution within manufacturing, trade and service industries. The magazine is distributed six times per year in French and English to a total qualified circulation list of 18,250 materials management and distribution personnel, executives and administrative managers of materials management/distribution companies, engineers and purchasing agents. www.logistics-mag.com

Ryerson University's continuing education program in Magazine Publishing has announced two upcoming courses in Magazine Marketing and Circulation and Creating Website Editorial. In each case, the new instructor is a senior industry professional.

Beginning Tuesday October 28 and running seven weeks, Ryerson's course in Magazine Marketing and Circulation, will now be taught by Darlene Storey, V. P. Consumer Marketing for St. Joseph Media (Toronto Life, Fashion). Before moving to St. Joseph, Ms Storey worked for 18 years at Transcontinental (Canadian Living, Homemakers), rising to Group Director, Consumer Marketing for all of its Toronto-based publications. A top figure in her field, she is also known as a mentor for younger circulation specialists and new publishers.

Kat Tancock, the program's new instructor in Creating Website Editorial - seven weeks, beginning Wednesday, October 29 - was recently named Web Editor for Best Health, the new women's magazine from Reader's Digest's. She was previously at Transcontinental, where she rose quickly through a number of junior positions to become Web Editor for Canadian Living. She played a key role in last year's re-launch of CanadianLiving.com, overseeing quality control and making sure the site met the editorial team's goals. Kat Tancock will bring special insight to her Ryerson course, as she was recently a student herself in other courses in the Magazine Publishing program.

The fee for each of the above-mentioned courses is $287; registration for the Fall term is now open. Applicants working at a magazine should call Anne Grady (416.979.5180) or Charles Oberdorf (416.480.2750) for a counselling slip - required to register in the program the first time. Other applicants should consult www.ryerson.ca/ce or the Chang School course calendar for additional requirements.

Mark your calendar now for the largest magazine publishing event of next year. Magazines University 2009 is taking place June 1-2, 2009 at the Old Mill Inn in Toronto. Check out www.magsu.com in the coming weeks for details.

CEBA Awards

Join American Business Media and a room full of industry superstars on Wednesday, October 1, when the 13th Annual Creative Excellence in Business Advertising (CEBA) Awards take over Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Rub shoulders with the best in b-to-b media and advertising while celebrating business media's top creative talents. Also find out which entry among these finalists will take home the prestigious Grand CEBA and accompanying $25,000 prize!

John Colasanti of Carmichael Lynch and Nina DiSesa of McCann-Erickson New York will host the evening, celebrating outstanding business advertising achievements in publications, digital media and face-to-face events.

During the October 1 ceremony, ABM will honor four new CEBA Hall of Fame inductees, giving due recognition to those agencies or individuals who have left an indelible mark on business media advertising and creative communities with their unforgettable campaigns.

ABM/FIPP B-to-B World Conference

Last week, the world of B-to-B hit the Big Apple for the first time ever as hundreds of worldwide business media leaders converged on New York City for the ABM/FIPP B-to-B World Conference. CBP Directors David McClung, Niel Hiscox and Bruce Creighton attended.

Interactive sessions addressed traditional magazine publishing, licensing and partnering, digital media, workforce transformation, integrated selling success, the face-to-face experience, custom publishing and much more. (ABM's full coverage can be found here.)

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US Business Media Shows Decline as Economy Remains Soft

In the first half of 2008, b-to-b trade shows showed a minimal decline of 1%, while b-to-b magazines declined 6% during the same period. The decline in combined trade show and magazine revenue was 2% in the first quarter and 5% in the second quarter.

While there was an overall decline of 6% in the magazine business during the first half of the year, 5 of the 21 BIN categories showed growth. These categories include: Agriculture (6.08%), Architecture, Design, Lighting (1.99%), MFG, Processing (0.61%), Miscellaneous (1.53%), and Professional Services (1.82%).

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July 23, 2008

Postal Affairs

On June 26th, Canada Post Corporation (CPC) confirmed that it plans to change its long-standing Letter Carrier Presort (LCP) pricing policy for Publications Mail^TM. Effective January 12th 2009, CPC has indicated that it will move LCP mail to a "Distance-based Pricing Model." Currently, the LCP postage charge is based primarily upon the level of sortation and number of copies going to each postal station.

The new pricing model will be based upon the distance the publication will travel from its induction into the mail system to its final destination. There will be three separate price points:

• local (distribution within a city/municipality);


• regional (distribution within a province or, in the case of the East Coast, within Atlantic Canada); and


• national (distribution which crosses a provincial border).

This action will result in all publications paying more for the part of the circulation that is mailed outside of the local area where it enters the mail system; likely, with one price for regional distribution and a higher price for national distribution.

CBP President Philip Boyd has analyzed the impact of Canada Post's recently announced rate increases on national publications entering the postal service at various geographic locations to assist publishers in determining the estimated percentage increase that will be incurred. The analysis shows the impact of distance-based pricing on a number of CBP member publications located in four Canadian cities using actual scenarios, not hypothetical situations or fictitious numbers. The increases are based upon all copies weighing less than 200 grams and qualifying for LCP rates. Boyd illustrates that some mail induction points will experience increases in excess of 6%. The estimated percentage increases range from 3.89% to 6.19%.

Strategic Review of Canada Post

CBP is currently preparing a submission to the Advisory Panel who is conducting a strategic review of Canada Post. The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and Minister responsible for Canada Post, announced in April that the Government of Canada would conduct a strategic review of the Canada Post Corporation.

"We are conducting a strategic review of Canada Post to make sure this public institution has the right tools and means to fulfill its mandate in the future," said Minister Cannon. "This review is being conducted with the full understanding that Canada Post will remain a Crown corporation. In the changing business context and with new challenges ahead, we want to act now to make sure it continues to fulfill its mandate: delivering essential, universal services every day to Canadians, while remaining financially self-sustaining."

The review will focus on four major areas: market and competition; public policy objectives and responsibilities; commercial activities; and financial and performance targets. A review of Canada Post has not been conducted since 1995.

The review is being led by an external, independent advisory panel composed of three members. "I am very pleased that Dr. Robert Campbell has agreed to chair the panel and that Mr. Daniel H. Bader and Mrs. Nicole Beaudoin will support him as panel members on this important review," said Minister Cannon. "I look forward to their report and recommendations, which are due to me in December 2008."

Interested groups and individual Canadians are encouraged to provide written submissions to the panel before the closing date of September 2, 2008 by mail or e-mail, or through the following website: www.cpcstrategicreview.gc.ca.

New Members

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that le détaillant was approved as the newest member publication at its most recent Board meeting.

Le détaillant, published in French by Conseil québécois du commerce de detail (www.cqcd.org), is the official publication of the Québec retail council covering all aspects of the retail industry. The publication targets 7,650 retailers, owners, CEOs of retail businesses and decision-makers in the retail field and includes interviews with leaders in the sector and special reports on the hottest topics as well as articles on the various aspects of managing a retail business.

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that three new publications have applied for membership following the recent acquisition by Kenilworth Media Inc.

Piscines & Spas targets 1,200 French language builders, retailers, service companies, distributors and manufacturers of swimming pool and spa/hot tub products throughout Québec and other parts of Canada and Europe. Published twice a year the publication provides information on technical items, market trends, new and improved products, services, techniques and to report on the activities of people, associations and companies within the Canadian swimming pool and spa/hot tub industry.

Pool & Spa Marketing, published six times per year, reaches 8,500 dealers, retailers, installers and service companies of residential and commercial swimming pools, spas and hot tubs. It provides a number of articles on technical information, business practices, techniques, industry news, new product information and current issues of the industry. It keeps the reader current on what is happening in the North American swimming pool, spa and hot tub industry.

Pools, Spas & Patios is distributed twice a year to 13,000 owners and prospective owners of backyard recreational water products such as swimming pools, spas, hot tubs and water features with a theme toward increasing their enjoyment with landscaping ideas, new products, patio products, games, toys, maintenance and outstanding design ideas. In addition, the publication covers information on a range of maintenance products, patio products, automation, accessories and equipment, heating products, health and exercise, new products and articles that expand the enjoyment of swimming pools, spas and hot tubs.

Speakers Hit the Mark at Custom Media Breakfast

Last Wednesday morning's 'Custom Media Breakfast: B-to-B Leaders in Content' event in New York took a fresh look at Custom Media from the marketer's perspective - if you couldn't make it in person tune into the ABM Video Network on Wednesday morning at 9am EST for highlights. Read more.

Almost 80 attendees gathered in New York to hear a panel of experts moderated by Joe Pulizzi, founder & chief content officer, Junta42. The lineup of speakers included Paul Dunay, global director of integrated marketing, BearingPoint; Martha Peterson, managing partner, global solutions, Mediaedge:CIA; Cat Moriarty, editor, Deliver & advocate of direct mail programs with corporate advertising, United States Post Office and Lynne Esparo, senior director of corporate marketing, Nuance Communications.

"With the response from the audience, you could tell we hit on something that needs to be addressed," offered Pulizzi on the value of the audience takeaway. "The key is that all companies need to think and act like publishers, not just traditional media companies. That creates great opportunity, and great fear at the same time."

July 8, 2008

CBP Member Kenilworth Media, Inc. of Richmond Hill, ON, announced the acquisition of Hubbard Marketing & Publishing Ltd., of Toronto. The deal includes Hubbard's three magazines, Pool & Spa Marketing; Piscines & Spas; Pools, Spas & Patios and the Art of Water event.

Pool & Spa Marketing is published six times a year, plus an annual Reference and Directory. It is serves North American swimming pool and spa/hot tub professionals with news, products, services and techniques.

The French-language Piscines & Spas provides Quebec retailers, dealers, installers and service companies with product information and market projections. The magazine is also the official publication of 'Salon Splash,' Quebec's annual fall pool/spa trade show and conference.

In announcing the acquisition, Kenilworth publisher Ellen Kral said, "We are pleased to welcome the Hubbard magazines into the Kenilworth fold. This is a perfect fit for us, reflecting the diversity of our product portfolio."

"We are very excited to be part of the Kenilworth group of publications," said Richard Hubbard, president of Hubbard Marketing and Publishing Ltd. "The combination of the two companies will be a boon to both advertisers and readers, positioning the magazines for continued growth and expansion in the pool and spa market."

Kenilworth publishes multiple magazines in both the consumer and trade markets in Canada and the U.S.

Your Passport to Transformation:
The ABM/FIPP B-to-B World Conference

For the first time ever, the world of B-to-B hits the Big Apple! Join American Business Media (ABM) and the International Federation of the Periodical Press (FIPP) from September 7-9, 2008 when a melting pot of industry leaders gather in New York City to learn and discuss the latest b-to-b media applications. Exchange ideas with global business media executives to significantly increase your revenue and profits when the ABM/FIPP B-to-B World Conference comes to The Roosevelt Hotel this fall. Attendees will include approximately 500 worldwide business media leaders, of which a large number will be from (but not limited to) Europe, Asia, the Pacific Rim, South America and Africa.

Harold "Terry" McGraw III, president/CEO/chair of The McGraw-Hill Companies, will open the conference, and you'll also hear from global industry powerhouses such as Nancy McKinstry, CEO/chair of the executive board of Wolters Kluwer, Pat McGovern, chair of IDG, Tad Smith, president/CEO of Reed Business Information, David Levin, CEO of United Business Media plc, and many others. They'll explain how to use a total palette of media platforms to deliver information to your end users and how you can capitalize on innovative new products and services. Interactive sessions will address rich data, custom publishing, licensing and partnering, integrated selling success, the face-to-face experience and much more!

Don't miss this unique opportunity to build your brand on a global scale, boost your revenue and conduct business with industry professionals from around the globe - without the travel expense! Click here to reserve your room, or click here for more event information.

Influencing the Business Environment

Despite concerns about a recession, over 70% of marketers indicate they will either hold or increase their marketing budgets during 2008. While these marketers will continue to invest in their businesses, they will be placing increasing scrutiny on these expenditures. These are just two of many significant findings from American Business Media's recently-produced PowerPoint presentation, " The Importance and Value of B2B Advertising During Times of Economic Uncertainty."

To learn more plan to attend the August 6, 2008 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Scholastic Headquarters, 557 Broadway, NYC. CBP Members qualify for the ABM Member rate of $95. Non-member fee $125.

Learn from a panel of marketing and advertising executives, including Tom Stein (pictured right), President & CEO of Stein Rogan & Partners, as they share the importance of advertising during times of economic uncertainty and keys for building stronger, mutually beneficial relationships with your clients.

Click here now to learn more and register for this event!

CEBA Call for Entries Deadline Extended by Popular Demand

The best and brightest in business media creative have been flowing through ABM's office doors, so to meet the huge demand to enter, we've extended the deadline! Don't miss the opportunity to acknowledge the outstanding work of your clients in your magazines, on your Web sites and at your events by entering them in American Business Media's 2008 Creative Excellence in Business Advertising (CEBA) Awards , celebrating the best and brightest in business media advertising. Access the online Call for Entries here, and enter your most creative work by Friday, July 18, 2008.

Recognizing outstanding business advertising achievements in publications, digital media and face-to-face events, the CEBAs are business media's most coveted creative award, offering a $25,000 grand prize, drawing thousands of entries and enhancing relationships among advertisers, agencies and publishers.

June 18, 2008

Check out this year's Winners in the KRW Awards!

At the 54rd annual Kenneth R. Wilson Awards Gala held on Wednesday, June 4th, $30,000 was awarded to Gold and Silver winners in the 20 editorial, graphic design, integrated and Internet categories. More than 225 guests enjoyed a fabulous dinner and glamorous evening presentation hosted by Deirdre McMurdy. View a gallery of photos from the Gala by going to www.cpimages.com. Username: cdnbiz and password: press. For a complete list of Gold and Silver and Top Five winners click here. For a copy of the souvenir booklet, contact the CBP office.

New Members

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that three new member publications published by Canada Wide Media Limited based in Burnaby, BC were approved at the last Board meeting.

For more than 20 years Award magazine, published six times per year and with a CCAB total qualified circulation of over 7,000, has provided news and information on the issues, trends, projects, innovations and intriguing people driving Canada's dynamic building and design industries. The readership consists of architects, consulting engineers, specification writers, interior designers, landscape architects, general contractors and developers and is distributed across Western Canada and Ontario. www.canadawide.com

BCBusiness, published 12 times per year is one of Canada's best-read and most successful regional business magazines. BCBusiness, with a CCAB total qualified circulation of over 22,500, calls on some of the country's leading journalists to go behind the headlines and bring readers face to face with the key issues and people driving business in B.C. Regular columns provide practical workplace tips, expert opinions, profiles of unique local ventures and more. www.bcbusinessmagazine.com

Grocer Today is Western Canada's leading trade publication serving the country's food producers, manufacturers, brokers, and food and drug retailers. An invaluable resource for industry veterans and newcomers, the magazine provides industry news, consumer trends, product introductions, category and corporate profiles and coverage of major regional events. Grocer Today, published six times per year and with a CCAB total qualified circulation of over 13,000, also enjoys strategic alliances with Canada's key industry organizations, including the Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers and the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors. www.canadawide.com

Newly Elected Officers of Canadian Business Press

At the Annual General Meeting held June 4th the following Officers were elected to serve one-year terms:

Chair - Alex Papanou, Vice-President, Business Information Group
1st Vice-Chair - Niel Hiscox, Vice-President, CLB Media, Inc.
2nd Vice-Chair - Michael Fredericks, President & CEO, Annex Publishing & Printing Inc.

In addition, CBP welcomes three new members who were elected to serve three-year terms: James O. Hall, John Kerr and Peter Legge. For a complete list of Board members, click here.

CBP Annual Golf Tournament - May 29 2008

The Richmond Hill Golf Course hosted the annual Canadian Business Press tournament held May 29th. The Red Dog Low Gross Men's winner was Doug Harrison with a score of 70 and the Ladies' winner was Wendy Losberg with a score of 76. The Cy Summerfield Bestball Team Trophy donated by Cy's family and presented by Melissa Summerfield, was won by the foursome of Alex McCoubrey, Julie and George Clifford and Ted Wilson for the lowest Team score at 69. Other prizes were awarded to Chris Hawrelak for the Men's Longest Drive and Wendy Losberg received the Women's Longest Drive again this year. Gary Budjak won the closest to the pin.

More than $1,100 was raised for the ABC CANADA Literacy Foundation. Golfers enjoyed a buffet lunch, 18 holes of golf, a wonderful dinner and the opportunity to meet with friends and colleagues at this popular industry event.

May 13, 2008

New Members

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to announce that six new member publications were approved at its meeting on May 8th.

April 8, 2008

New Members

From its beginnings in 1955, Coverings has been the voice of the floor coverings industry in Canada. Published eight times per year, Coverings serves more than 8,000 manufacturing, wholesale and retail marketers of flooring in all its forms, as well as architects, designers and installers. Since its purchase by W.I. Media in May of 2007, the magazine has undergone an extensive redesign and circulation improvements to expand the reach and impact of Coverings in Canada. www.floorpage.com

Magazines University - Save on Registration!

Save 20% by registering for Magazines University sessions by the Early Bird deadline of May 2, 2008. Save an additional 20% if you or your company is a member of a recognized publishing association. If you register for two or more sessions you receive a further 10% off.

March 26, 2008

A special thank you to the KRW Peer Panel

The CBP would like to thank the editors who participated in the first round of 2008 KRW judging for the 13 Writing categories. We appreciate their generous donation of time and expertise. The Top Ten picks have been forwarded to a second panel of ten editors and journalists who will carefully evaluate the entries and determine the Top Five and Gold and Silver winners in each category. Judging for the other categories is also underway. The Top Ten list will be announced in mid-April.

Don't forget to register for the the 54th Annual KRW Gala Dinner on Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at the Old Mill! www.magsu.com/2008/events.php

Annual Golf Tournament - May 29, 2008

March 19, 2008

May 29, 2008: Golf Tournament, Richmond Hill
June 2-4, 2008: Magazines University, Toronto
June 4, 2008:CBP Annual General Meeting, Toronto
June 4, 2008: KRW Awards Gala, Toronto

February 26, 2008

Harvey Southam Editorial Career Award

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2008 Harvey Southam Editorial Career Award, which will be presented at the Kenneth R. Wilson Awards gala on June 4th at The Old Mill in Toronto. If you know of a person deserving of recognition who exhibits the highest editorial standards and has made an outstanding contribution to both the audience she/he serves and the business press generally, please complete and return a nomination form which can be found online. The entry deadline is Friday, March 14, 2008.

ABM Video Network

You don't want to miss Wednesday (February 27th) morning's Video Network broadcast, as the executive director of CMP Metaverse, John Jainshigg, shares some fascinating insights on CMP's involvement with the 3-D virtual world Second Life and its value for b-to-b publishers as a social networking platform.

February 12, 2008

KRW entry deadline is fast approaching!

Good work deserves recognition. To get yours, be sure to enter your best written and design work of last year into the 2008 Kenneth R. Wilson Awards (KRWs) competition.

Celebrating 54 years this year, the KRWs honour excellence in Canadian business journalism and graphic design. Top Five winners in each of the 20 categories will receive media recognition to help boost their careers and personal profile. Cash prizes of $1,000 and $500 will be presented to Gold and Silver Award winners.

ENTRY DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd.
Entry forms are available online.

New Member

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to welcome its newest Member to the Association, Laboratory Focus, published by Promotive Communications Inc. www.bioscienceworld.ca/

Case For: Continuity

Effective b-to-b advertising strengthens with time: The more businesspeople see an ad that communicates effectively, the more that message and the advertiser register. Readex Research recently tracked one brand with a consistent campaign over 33 months and found awareness levels climbed from 56 to 68 per cent during that period.

That’s why American Business Media is offering you access to the newly-revised "Case For: Continuity," one of ten sections within the Case For Series, containing data, industry research and narrative that proves the powerful impact of business media. So to find out more about increasing audience share through an integrated and continued presence across multiple b-to-b platforms, pick up this important resource for only $5, and learn straight from industry insiders.

CBP Members, click here to access the Case For Series via ABM’s online store.

February 22, 2008: KRW entry deadline
March 6, 2008: KRW Peer Panel Review, Toronto
May 29, 2008: Golf Tournament, Richmond Hill
June 2-4, 2008: Magazines University, Toronto
June 4, 2008: KRW Awards Gala, Toronto

January 25, 2008

REDESIGN OF THE CANADA MAGAZINE FUND AND THE PUBLICATIONS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

This morning, the Department of Canadian Heritage released information related to a proposed redesign of the Publications Assistance Program (PAP) and the Canada Magazine Fund (CMF). The Department has reviewed the programs internally and will begin consultations on its recommendations at roundtable meetings across the country with invited industry representatives. In addition, the Department will accept written comments by individuals or organizations. The timeframe for the consulting process begins immediately and will end on April 25, 2008. Consultation documents may be found on the Canadian Heritage website: English | French

Case For: Rich Data

Business-to-business media companies are finding new uses for their data, and the results open up innovative opportunities for marketers. Rather than simply publish data found by industry journalists in magazines and Web sites, media companies are now converting it into products, services and systems that help businesses run better. Called rich data, these products are high-margin ventures that have the added advantage of reinforcing authority.

CBP Members can access the newly-revised "Case For: Rich Data," one of 10 sections within the Case For Series, containing data, industry research and narrative that proves the powerful impact of business media. So to find out more about how rich data creates new channels of business communication to explore, pick up this important resource for only $5, and learn straight from industry insiders.

Click here to access the Case For Series via ABM's online store.

Keynote Luncheon Speaker at Magazines University 2008

CBP is pleased to announce that the keynote luncheon speaker on Monday, June 2nd, at Magazines University 2008, is Peter Legge. He is an internationally renowned speaker and the best selling author of numerous books, including his most recently published work The Power of Tact. Peter is also a savvy businessman and natural opportunist who, as President and CEO, leads the largest independently owned publishing company in Western Canada, Canada Wide Media Limited, which produces more than 50 consumer and b2b titles. When Peter Legge speaks to an audience, he speaks from experience; a man who understands business and the critical role effective leadership plays in today's marketplace. Passionately optimistic about periodical publishing, Peter will describe his vision of the magazine industry of the future.

February 22, 2008: KRW entry deadline
March 5, 2008: KRW Peer Panel Review, Toronto
May 29, 2008: Golf Tournament, Richmond Hill
June 2-4, 2008: Magazines University, Toronto
June 4, 2008: KRW Awards Gala, Toronto

January 17, 2008

Two new Directors

As a result of increased business pressures, CBP Board members Joe Tersigni and Cairine Wilson have recently stepped down from their positions. At its January Board meeting, new directors Ellen Kral, Publisher, Kenilworth Media Inc. and Mike Fredericks, President and CEO of Annex Publishing and Printing, Inc. were appointed to complete the terms of the Board members who resigned.

New Member

The CBP Board of Directors is pleased to welcome its newest Member to the Association. Membership of 20/20, Canada's industry association magazine published by Ottawa-based Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME), was approved on January 10, 2008. 20/20 has an audited national circulation of 13, 500 corporate decision makers. www.cme- mec.ca

Avis Rent A Car Member Benefit Program

CBP is pleased to announce that through its membership with ABM, CBP Members will now benefit from a discount for AVIS car rental services. You can enjoy special member rates, considerable value-added discounts and the latest in technology, products, and services to make your car rental experience better than ever.

To obtain more information, CBP Members should contact Wendy Browne at the CBP office at 416-239-1022 or by email at admin@cbp.ca.

KRW Awards Gala

The Canadian Business Press is thrilled to announce that this year's host of the 54th annual KRW Gala Awards is Deirdre McMurdy. One of Canada's leading business journalists, McMurdy got her start in the business-to-business sector at Southam Inc., writing for Canadian Petroleum and Canadian Chemical Engineering magazines. She also worked at Maclean Hunter as associate editor of Canadian Electronics Engineering, and wrote for Benefits Canada and Office Equipment and Methods. McMurdy worked in both newspaper and consumer publishing before branching into broadcasting, where she reported on business trends and hosted for CTV and Global Television Network. McMurdy now co-ordinates Ottawa area government and business news for local market television stations across the Global Television Network. Each year the KRW Awards celebrate excellence in business journalism and graphic design, awarding $30,000 in cash prizes in writing, visual and Internet categories. Don't miss this exciting evening.

Reminder - KRW Awards entry deadline is February 22, 2008.
Entry forms are available online.

Attention editors!

It's time to book Wednesday, March 5, 2008. This is the day we hold the Peer Review judging of submissions entered into the KRW's 13 writing categories.

As usual, judging for the writing categories is done on a two-tier system by editors and journalists working in business, professional and farm publishing. Your job is to narrow down the search to the top 10 entries in each of the writing categories. (Read more)

Case For: Magazines

Every day, the hardest people to reach in business have one appointment in common: they read the magazines that cover their industries. A recent study from PennWell Corporation says 78% of print and 75% of digital edition subscribers read three of four issues, with 40 minutes as the average reading time. That's why American Business Media is offering CBP Members access to the newly-revised "Case For: Magazines," one of 10 sections within the Case For Series, containing data, industry research and narrative that proves the powerful impact of business media.

Nearly 85% of executives act on what they read in b-to-b magazines. For this reason, magazines are the anchors of the industry and the brands that executives trust. To find out more about how to utilize your publications to generate a rise in your marketing performance, CBP Members may pick up this important resource for only $5, and learn straight from industry insiders. Click here to access the Case For Series via ABM's online store.

The Canadian Press Copy Talk

The January 2008 issue of Copy Talk, The Canadian Press's periodic newsletter on writing and editing issues is now available to CBP members. Inside Copy Talk:

• E-mail: A blessing and a curse for journalists
• What's in a name? Stratford Festival puts Shakespeare's name front and centre
• Here lies the hyphen: Oxford kills thousands of them
• Don't stun readers with awkward verbs
• Playing with time elements
• The words, they are a changing
• Comedians provide fodder for Oxford English Dictionary Online

Interested CBP Members can send an e-mail to patti.tasko@thecanadianpress.com to ask to be added to the distribution list for upcoming issues.

February 22, 2008: KRW entry deadline
March 5, 2008: KRW Peer Panel Review, Toronto
May 29, 2008: Golf Tournament, Richmond Hill
June 2-4, 2008: Magazines University, Toronto
June 4, 2008: KRW Awards Gala, Toronto