IABC Canada East Region

You’re a busy bee this time of year, but don’t forget to be an early bird! The IABC/Toronto OVATION Awards 2025 early-bird submission deadline is Friday, December 20, 2024. Learn more about applying and submitting your work for an award: https://lnkd.in/gajNst3i Questions? Connect with us at toronto-ovationawards@iabc.to. #OVATION40 #IABCTO #CelebrateCommunicationsExcellence [Image description: A carved glass trophy. Text reads “Submissions are now open. Submit your early-bird OVATION Awards entry by Friday, December 20, 2024.” The image has logos of OVATION Awards and IABC/Toronto at the bottom]

🎙️At IABC, we strive to make communication better, inclusive, and accessible every day. Elizabeth Bunney♾️(she/her), former IABC Edmonton President, and our latest podcast guest shares a profound message about Indigenous culture, rooted in love, kindness, unity and resilience. Tune in to learn mindful communication practices and a helpful list of Indigenous terminology to enhance your understanding and approach as Elizabeth joins #TheVoice hosts Aishwarya Chauhan and Anu Naveen Sharma 👉 https://ow.ly/hEtC50Ufw42

⏰ Tick Tock! Is your IABC membership up for renewal as part of the transition to an annual membership cycle? Don’t miss out! Join or renew by December 31, 2024 to be part of our vibrant community of global communications professionals. Listen in below to find out why members find IABC so special ✨ https://lnkd.in/eDG23v_q https://lnkd.in/gnNf9dY8 IABC Maritime Canada IABC QC IABC Ottawa IABC/Toronto International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Waterloo IABC London IABC NL

🌟 Calling all IABC members! IABC Canada East Region is looking for subject matter experts and presenters who can lend their voices and knowledge to our 2025 professional development activities. You can help us curate a leadership series for communication professionals across the country. Register now at: https://lnkd.in/eXQHfqpv 📣 If selected, you can reach colleagues and professionals from Ontario through Newfoundland and Labrador via our Canada East Region events. Lead conversations that matter, expand your network and earn GCCC certification points. We can't wait to hear from you!

What does IABC mean to you? Listen in as Communications Professionals from across Canada share why IABC’s global network is so important! ⭐ A supportive community to connect with like-minded individuals 🗣️ Access to industry insights and best practices ✍ Opportunities to learn from top experts and grow your skills 🏆 Recognition for your outstanding work ✨ And so much more… Are you part of IABC’s vibrant community? Is your membership up for renewal as part of IABC’s transition to an annual membership cycle? Don’t miss out! Join or renew today! https://lnkd.in/gnNf9dY8 https://lnkd.in/eDG23v_q IABC Maritime Canada IABC QC IABC Ottawa IABC/Toronto International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Waterloo IABC London @IABCNL

Are you excited to learn about marketing and communications strategy while enjoying the holiday spirit? Come celebrate the season with IABC Ottawa and CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau for a festive night of networking, food, and fun! Mix and mingle with local communicators while enjoying a special keynote from Kelly Rusk of KRC Digital, who’ll share the top trends for 2025 in marketing and digital strategy. ✨ 📅 Date: Thursday, December 12 🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m. 📍 Location: The Bridge Public House Bring a non-perishable food item for the Ottawa Food Bank and get a raffle ticket to win prizes from local favourites like Absolute Comedy Ottawa, Club Pilates Westboro, Crossfit Actus, Escape Manor, Framework Ottawa, Saunders Farm, and Where I Thrive. 🤝 Grab a ticket today! 🎟️ https://ow.ly/KHE550UhbuT

🎙️ Exciting News! Join hosts Anu Naveen Sharma and Aishwarya Chauhan inspiring guest, Métis leader Elizabeth Bunney♾️(she/her) as they explore the impact of Indigenous communications in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. From her journey from Director to President of IABC Edmonton Elizabeth shares her personal story, the career insights she's gained, and the incredible network she's built through IABC. This episode is packed with practical communication tips and a thoughtful list of Indigenous terminology that can enrich your understanding and approach. Listen to the latest episode if you're curious about enhancing your Indigenous communication skills ➡️ https://ow.ly/59Ne50Ufw03

Will you be the early bird that gets the award? Early-bird submissions for IABC/Toronto OVATION Awards 2025 are now open! The deadline for early-bird submissions is Friday, December 20, 2024. Learn more about applying and submitting your work for an award: https://lnkd.in/gajNst3i Questions? Email us at toronto-ovationawards@iabc.to. #OVATION40 #IABCTO #CelebrateCommunicationsExcellence [Image description: A carved glass trophy. Text reads “Submissions are now open. Submit your early-bird OVATION Awards entry by Friday, December 20, 2024.” The image has logos of OVATION Awards and IABC/Toronto at the bottom]

Join us for a virtual panel discussion on December 12 on how effective communication can drive real social impact. We’ll share insights around how businesses, nonprofits, and communication professionals can inspire meaningful change by aligning strategies with impactful storytelling and advocacy. Moderated by Chantelle Cabral, SCMPⓇ Communications Director at Canada Life and IABC/TO Past President, the panel will include the following speakers: Sheri Morgan, ABC Senior Director of Global Communications & Engagement at Pepsico Foundation, Emrul Hasan, ESG-P Principal Consultant at Plan Catalyst, and Cathy Cowan Social Impact Communications Consultant at C&C Consulting. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eHT_UTF2 [Image description: Graphic with text: "Using the Power of Communications for Good. Thursday, December 12, 12 to 1 p.m. ET, virtual on Zoom." Photos of moderator Chantelle Cabral, SCMP Director, Communications, Canada Life and speakers Emrul Hasan ESG-P Principal Consultant PlanCatalyst, Sheri Morgan ABC Senior Director Global Communications, and Cathy Cowan Social Impact Consultant C&C Consulting. Logo of IABC/Toronto in the top right.]

The IABC QC inaugural gala last week was the perfect stage to recognize Paula Bernardino, MCM, CSR-P, SCMP®, MC and Marie-Soleil Pepin, MBA, ACC, SCMP, MC for receiving the IABC Canada Master Communicator designation. It was an honour to celebrate their remarkable accomplishments and contributions throughout their careers as communication professionals and @IABC leaders. Gathering in person with the IABC QC community in Montreal was a powerful reminder of the value of connection and the importance of celebrating each other! Thank you to the chapter for organizing the event and all attendees. Congratulations! Félicitations! Paula & Marie-Soleil your leadership and contributions are inspiring. Read about all the inspiring communications professionals who have the IABC Canada Master Communicator designation & consider nominating someone: https://lnkd.in/eXm6gTMW. Join us and become part of the IABC community:  https://lnkd.in/gnNf9dY8