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Digital ad spending will accelerate in 2026
Short video’s time is now
Ecommerce will surpass a key milestone, driven by mcommerce and grocery
Sports fans are a lucrative target in 2026 amid a surge in major events
AI search is changing the game
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Canada’s digital economy is entering a faster, more competitive phase in 2026 as ad spending accelerates, short video surges, ecommerce climbs, and AI-driven search reshapes how audiences discover content.
Table of Contents
Digital ad spending will accelerate in 2026
Short video’s time is now
Ecommerce will surpass a key milestone, driven by mcommerce and grocery
Sports fans are a lucrative target in 2026 amid a surge in major events
AI search is changing the game
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Canada’s digital landscape is set to accelerate in 2026. Ad spending will grow relative to time spent with media, short video will command more viewing, ecommerce will hit a new milestone, and AI search will shift audience discovery—raising the stakes for marketers navigating rapid change.
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