Six Canadian Industry Leaders Named to Prestigious 2023 Cannes Lions Shortlist Juries

The Globe and Mail, Canada’s official representative for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, has announced the Canadian Cannes Lions Shortlist jurors for 2023.

Canada’s Shortlist Jurors are:

• Brand Experience & Activation Lions: Doug Muir, Executive Creative Director, PROOF Experiences
• Direct Lions: Roehl Sanchez, Chief Creative Officer, BIMM
• Film Craft Lions: Christina Yu, Director/Creative, Merchant Films
• Industry Craft Lions: Marie-Elaine Benoit, Creative Director, Branding and Design, Sid Lee
• Media Lions: Helen Galanis, Chief Executive Officer, Initiative Canada
• Outdoor Lions: Man Wai Wong, VP, Group Creative Director, Leo Burnett Canada

Shortlist jurors conduct the first round of judging virtually in advance of the festival.

Andrew Saunders, Chief Revenue Officer of the Globe and Mail and Chair of the Canadian Cannes Lions Advisory Board explained the role these jurors play via press release.

“We’re pleased to announce the appointment of these Canadian leaders as Cannes Lions shortlist jurors,” said Saunders. “Their essential role in shaping the competition’s landscape and advancing exceptional creative work will greatly contribute to Canada’s presence on the global stage, as they share their unique perspectives and experiences in the jury rooms.”

Each year, The Globe and Mail submits a juror nomination list comprised of Canada’s industry leaders. This list is made in consultation with the Canadian Cannes Advisory Board. Juries are carefully selected to ensure global representation with a balance of agency, network, holding company, independents, gender and diversity.

About Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity: Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, also known as Cannes Lions, is the world’s leading celebration of creativity in communications and encompasses Lions Health, Lions Innovation and Lions Entertainment. Founded in 1954, the Festival takes place every June in Cannes, France. As the most prestigious international annual advertising and communications awards, entries from all over the world are showcased and judged at the Festival.