Marketers interested in connecting with Canada’s ethnic communities were impatiently waiting for the results of the 2016 census to discover how to adjust their strategy and develop new markets. How has the Canadian ethnic and linguistic landscape changed since the last census in 2011? Results are in, and although South Asians and Chinese remain the [...]
Did you know there are more English speakers in India than in Canada, the United States, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand combined? The reputation of English as a gateway to improving education prospects, social status and career opportunities is a main reason behind its immense popularity throughout Asia. This is particularly notable in India, [...]
To successfully connect with consumers when presenting a brand or product, it’s important to do so in a way that is in harmony with their values. This can be a challenge when targeting specific ethnic groups, which come with their own rich cultural heritage. Numbers and colours top the list of significant and symbolic elements [...]
Are you a marketer looking to expand your business? If so, no doubt you have considered the opportunities offered by the many ethnic communities of Canada. How can you be successful in developing this unfamiliar market? How can you be sure you are getting the right information? To get you started, we have compiled a [...]
Bollywood and cricket provide a unifying pool of powerful celebrities who can influence more than 2 billion individuals worldwide, regardless of language, religion and country of origin. South Asians are more loyal to their celebrities than anyone else and are more likely to be influenced by them. Celebrity endorsements are more effective in increasing [...]
Let’s face it - making a sale is much easier than making a loyal customer. While brand loyalty is fading across the country, marketers can branch out to specific ethnic communities, who are more loyal to brands than most Canadians. Savings Over Loyalty Brand loyalty in Canada has been on a steady decline for a [...]
