Case Study

Attracting Gen Z by speaking their language

Impact

In a context where the notarial profession needed to modernize its image and strengthen its relevance among the general public—particularly younger audiences—we supported the Chambre des notaires du Québec in repositioning its role and maximizing the impact of its communications.

By developing an integrated strategy combining creativity, media, and experience, we brought to life an engaging campaign—“T’as le droit” (“You have the right”)—rooted in real-life, everyday situations. The approach aimed to make notaries more accessible, demystify their services, and build a strong emotional connection with the target audience through both digital and on-the-ground activations.

Result: a high-impact campaign with strong reach, a significant increase in engagement and consideration for notarial services, and an enhanced ability to connect with a new generation through a clear, relevant, and culturally grounded message.

Proof that a well-orchestrated strategy—blending creativity and media intelligence—can transform an established perception into a sustainable driver of attraction.

Client Objectives

Services and Technologies

Industry

The Mandate

The Chambre des notaires du Québec faced a critical challenge: ensuring the next generation of notaries in the face of significant retirements.

Beyond recruitment, the real challenge was to transform how the profession was perceived by Gen Z. Seen as outdated and disconnected, notary careers lacked appeal among younger audiences.

The mandate was to reposition notaries as a modern, inclusive, and impactful career path, through a campaign capable of capturing the attention of a skeptical and highly selective audience.

Gen Z doesn’t reject the profession. They simply don’t understand it and judge it based on its image.

Challenges

Break an outdated perception

Transform how the profession is seen by a younger audience 

Capture attention from a skeptical audience

Reach a generation that is less receptive to institutional messaging 

Adapt to fragmented media consumption

Be present across multiple digital and physical environments
+293%

more clicks than expected

The Strategy

Reframing the profession through shared values

The campaign was built around values that resonate with Gen Z: inclusion, social impact, and authenticity. 

Speaking Gen Z’s language

Instead of institutional messaging, the strategy embraced cultural codes, humor, and platform-native formats. 

 

Contextualizing every touchpoint

Each message was designed specifically for its platform, respecting the unique “mood” and user behavior. 

Multiplying daily touchpoints

A mix of digital and physical activations ensured presence across key moments in the audience’s daily life. 

Creating an immersive experience

By connecting channels and moments, the campaign built a cohesive and memorable journey. 

2,91M

completed video views

Key Steps

Perception diagnosis

Analysis of Gen Z’s barriers and perceptions toward the notary profession, particularly its image as outdated and disconnected. 

Defining the creative territory

Development of the “You’ve Got the Right” platform, built around contemporary values and an accessible tone. 

Content development

Production of platform-specific content, integrating the visual and storytelling codes unique to each channel. 

Contextual media deployment

Activation across key platforms (TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Netflix, Disney+, Crave) and in strategic physical environments. 

Field activation

Presence in high-traffic student locations (campuses, transit, public spaces) through out-of-home and geofencing. 

Optimization and amplification

Audience retargeting and continuous optimization via Meta and other platforms to maximize engagement. 

Our process

Shift perception first

Change how the profession is seen before explaining it 

Speak their language

Use Gen Z cultural codes to connect authentically 

Design for context

Create content tailored to each platform 

Be present everywhere that matters

Engage across daily touchpoints 

Inspire, don’t lecture

 Connect without being institutional 

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