Reach Local Readers Across York Region and Simcoe County
Put your business in front of engaged local readers through sponsored stories, business spotlights, newsletter placements, social promotion and display advertising.
Advertising that feels relevant to local readers
North GTA Brief connects readers with local news, businesses, events and community stories throughout York Region, Simcoe County and surrounding North GTA communities.
Our advertising opportunities are designed for businesses that want to build local awareness, explain what they offer and become more visible to the people most likely to become customers.
From editorial-style business spotlights to newsletter placements and social media promotion, each campaign can be shaped around your audience, message and business goals.
Choose the right way to reach local audiences
Campaigns can include one placement or combine several channels to increase visibility and extend the life of your message.
Business Spotlight
A dedicated editorial-style page introducing your business, services, story and connection to the local community.
- Dedicated business profile page
- Business photos and links
- Search-friendly content
- Social sharing support
Sponsored Article
A longer-form article focused on a useful topic, local issue, company announcement or educational story.
- Editorial-style article
- Brand and website links
- Images and calls to action
- Clearly identified sponsorship
Newsletter Placement
Introduce your business directly to subscribers through a featured newsletter placement or sponsored message.
- Prominent newsletter visibility
- Short business description
- Website call to action
- Campaign-specific messaging
Website Display Advertising
Promote your company through visual placements across relevant North GTA Brief website sections.
- Homepage placements
- Section placements
- Mobile-responsive creative
- Direct website link
Social Media Promotion
Extend your campaign with branded posts that introduce your business to North GTA Brief followers.
- Custom social post
- Business tag and link
- Campaign-focused caption
- Optional graphic support
Custom Campaign
Combine business storytelling, newsletter visibility, social media and website placements into one coordinated campaign.
- Custom placement mix
- Campaign planning
- Consistent messaging
- Flexible campaign duration
Tell the story behind your business
A Business Spotlight gives readers more than a short advertisement. It introduces the people behind the company, explains what the business offers and shows why it matters to the local community.
A straightforward advertising process
Send Your Inquiry
Tell us about your business, audience, goals and preferred type of advertising.
Select Your Placement
We recommend the most suitable website, newsletter, social or sponsored-content option.
Provide Your Materials
Share your logo, photos, business information, links and key campaign message.
Review and Publish
Your advertising content is prepared, reviewed and scheduled for publication.
Built around local stories, businesses and communities
North GTA Brief is designed to make local information easier to discover. Advertising appears alongside relevant news, events, community stories and local business coverage.
Your message reaches readers interested in businesses and services within their region.
Sponsored content is presented clearly and professionally, without resembling a generic banner advertisement.
Campaigns can be aligned with sections such as business, events, food, community or real estate.
Options can be adjusted based on the campaign objective, timing and available budget.
Tell us about your business
Submit your information and let us know what type of advertising you are considering. We will follow up with available options and next steps.