Employment and Social Development Canada · Awarded contract
AwardedMedia Planning and Buying Services for Government of Canada Seniors Retirement Awareness Campaign
Awarded 05 Jul 2024
Awarded05 Jul 2024
Value$2,990,432.00
SupplierEssencemediacom Canada ULC
ProvinceOntario
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 1y 7mo ago9mo term
Awarded 5 July 2024Expired 31 Mar 2025
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Employment and Social Development Canada awarded a contract to Essencemediacom Canada ULC for media planning and buying services for a Services for Seniors ad campaign.
The campaign aimed to raise awareness and knowledge of Government of Canada programs and resources for planning and enjoying a safe and secure retirement among adults aged 50-65, including the Canada Pension Plan, and to direct the audience to a single point of access for GC programs and resources.
The contract was competitively sourced and valued at CAD 2,990,432.
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