Showcase your company to the event and equipment rental industry! CRA Source is a quarterly award-winning publication that members use throughout the year to remain up to date on topics within the rental industry, upcoming association events, highlights, and much more.
Rates are net and per insertion. Premium positions are an additional charge. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Fall/Automne 2022 issue of CRA Source
is a 2023 MarCom Gold Award-Winner!
MarCom Awards honors excellence in marketing and communication while recognizing the creativity, hard work, and generosity of industry professionals. Since its inception in 2004, MarCom has evolved into one of the largest, most-respected creative competitions in the world. Each year about 6,500 print and digital entries are submitted from dozens of countries.
Extend your print advertising investment with the unique benefits of digital media.
Our digital edition is mobile-responsive and HTML-optimized, providing readers with an exceptional user experience across all devices. Link to the landing page of your choice and maintain your presence on the digital issue for readers to reference at any time.
Switch between views with ease
Reading view (default): The HTML-based view of our publication, optimized for all devices. Scrolling articles automatically adjust for comfortable reading.
Page view: The digital replica of the publication. Flip through this digital book in either a 1- or 2-page format. Determine your preferred zoom setting for an optimal experience.
Leaderboard (all views)
The leaderboard ad appears on-screen in both the reading view and page view of the digital publication.
Rectangle (all views)
The rectangle ad is on the table of contents, appearing on-screen for all pages of the reading view and page view.
TOC Mobile Banners (HTML reading view)
The TOC mobile banner appears in the table of contents, on-screen to the right of the publication on desktop and clickable on mobile in the reading view. The top TOC mobile banner will appear after the 1st article, and subsequent banners show every 3 articles.
In-Magazine Digital Options (HTML reading view)
These standalone ad options are placed between article pages on the HTML reading view of the digital publication and are visible on all device types.
HTML5 Ad
This mobile-responsive ad option gives you the freedom to include text, images, hyperlinks and video across a variety of devices. Full design must be provided by the advertiser at this time.
Digital Video Sponsorship
The video sponsorship option displays a video, 50-70 words of summary content and a hyperlink to deliver your message to target audiences.
Digital Insert / Outsert
Your message appears as an image-based insert, either in between key articles, or placed at the back of the digital publication.
Full-Page Digital Insert with Video
Your message appears as a full-page insert in between key articles. The video file will be placed on the bottom portion of the insert to enhance your message for target audiences.
Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
CRA Source Digital Edition Sponsored Eblast
When each print edition of the CRA Source is distributed, an email is sent to all members and subscribers, making them aware that the digital edition is available for viewing.
Enjoy the benefits of a targeted email blast:
Deliver your message directly to the inbox of decision-makers in the industry.
Frequently forwarded to others for additional exposure.
Directs visitors to the landing page of your choice to facilitate the purchasing process.
Exclusive Ad Space
Sample Example Only
Sample Example Only
eBlast Sponsor
Only one spot available – NO ROTATIONS
Located at the top of the email blast
Distributed with each edition of the magazine
640 x 100 pixels
Max file size 100kb
JPG only
Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Direct Mail Opportunities
Catch readers’ attention by placing a flyer, brochure or postcard inside the clear bag in which the publication is mailed. Whether you are promoting an event, a new product or your entire product line, placing a direct-mail piece in the polybag with our publication will ensure tremendous exposure for your company.
Additional mechanical charges may apply (belly band, inserts, gatefolds). Sales representative will confirm net rates (insertion rate plus mechanical charge). Reservation is on a first-come first-served basis.
Ask the Expert Full-Page Advertorial
Our Ask the Expert Full-Page Advertorial is a premium opportunity for one business to shine in a dedicated section of our publication. This advertorial offers an exclusive spotlight, showcasing your company’s expertise with a single, high-impact page.
Featuring your company logo and the expert’s headshot, this section allows you to present a compelling question related to your industry, along with a detailed answer that highlights your products, services, or solutions.
This format not only enhances your visibility but also provides valuable content to our readers, establishing your business as a thought leader in your field. If the provided text is in one language, we can facilitate translation to reach a broader audience.
Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
New Product Showcase
Take advantage of this opportunity to promote your products and/or services to the key decision-makers and purchasers in Canada’s rental industry. Placing your ad in the New Product Showcase section of CRA Source ensures your business gets exposure to CRA members when they are looking to buy. Make sure our members are aware of your new products and services!
Rates are net and per insertion. Reservation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
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