PR SPARKS 2024
PR Sparks gives you the chance to visit Toronto’s top PR firms. This event is a great opportunity to network and learn from the best people in the public relations field.
Veritas (10 am to 12 pm)
Agnostic (1:30 pm to 3:30 pm)
Costs:
Student Members $15.00
Non-Members $20.00
The sun is shining bright, signaling that it’s time to step out and embrace the warmth. The CPRS Toronto Board of Directors invites you to join us for our Spring Social on May 1st! Come mingle with industry peers and executives at Watson’s Toronto.
Your ticket includes drinks and bites as you build connections and relationships with fellow communications professionals spanning the industry. Let’s raise a glass to celebrate the achievements of the first quarter and toast to the sunny, warm days awaiting us ahead.
Act quickly to secure your spot, as we have a limited number of tickets available. We look forward to seeing you at Watson’s for an evening of cheer and good company.
DATE: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
TIME: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Watson’s, 398 Richmond Street West
COST: $20 Students | $25 Members | Non-members $35
ACE AWARDS GALA – JUNE 6, 2024
Get ready to celebrate as we roll out the red carpet for this year’s CPRS Toronto ACE Awards – PRom EDITION!
Join us for a star-studded evening of glitz, glam, and PR excellence as we celebrate the shining stars of our industry. From jaw-dropping campaigns to groundbreaking strategies, it’s time to honour our PR colleagues who have worked and wowed us all year long!
Get your tickets now to secure your spot at the CPRS Toronto ACE Awards – PRom EDITION.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024
Time: 5:30PM EST
Where: The Carlu, 444 Yonge Street, Toronto
Costs:
Members: $175 + HST
Non-members: $195 + HST
Student Members: $95 + HST
Non Student Members: $100 + HST
Table of 10: $1,750 + HST
Crafting a Winning ACE Award Submission
The Achieving Communications Excellence (ACE) Awards has celebrated Toronto’s talented and innovative public relations community for over twenty years. An ACE Award is synonymous with talented insight and skillful execution, helping to raise the winner’s profile, generate new business opportunities, and elevate the profession across organizations and sectors.
Join us for our upcoming webinar to learn more about the CPRS Toronto ACE Awards submission requirements along with strategies and tips on developing a winning entry. The session will be delivered by past judges and winners who will provide firsthand insights on being successful.
Event details:
Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Location: Virtual (via Zoom)
Members, non-members and students are invited to join this free session.
To register for this event, please click here.
We hope to see you there!
This Black History Month, seize the opportunity to elevate your understanding of PR and communication.
Join us for our upcoming event, Beyond the Message – Celebrating Black History Month, as we explore awe-inspiring storytelling that not only talk the talk but walk the walk. Together, we’ll look at some of the most inspiring PR and Communications campaigns that successfully resonated with the essence of Black history and culture.
Best part? You will also get tips and best practices on how to create your own campaigns that embody diversity, equity, and inclusion focused on celebrating Black History.
Our stellar lineup of Guest Contributors includes industry luminaries who have shaped the landscape are:
Daniella Etienne, Owner, Le Code Switch Agency
With over two decades in strategic marketing and program development, Daniella Etienne, a daughter of Haitian immigrants, focuses on the inclusivity question in the business landscape. Committed to lifelong learning, she strives to provide equitable access to knowledge and opportunities. A cultural and diversity expert, her career journey includes managing partnerships at Universal Music Canada and leading global marketing campaigns at Pandora. Currently, with the Federal Anti-Racism Secretariat, Daniella champions narratives that center on equity-deserving communities. In 2022, she founded Le Code Switch, a bilingual inclusive marketing agency. Awarded for anti-racism contributions, Daniella is a respected communications specialist and board member at Racial Equity Screen Office (RESO), working with various clients, including supporting the marketing and copywriting efforts of the Inclusion Now Office at McCarthy Tétrault to name a few, shaping equitable change while upholding her guiding principle: “Nothing about us without us”.
Renee Weekes Duncan, Senior Vice President, Golin Canada
Renee Weekes Duncan is a strategic integrated communications leader adept at devising robust, meaningful and creative strategic campaigns that make a major impact and deliver tangible results.
As a senior vice-president at Golin Canada, she’s created, managed and implemented PR, D&I, influencer, social media and content programs, including leading D&I communications at Rogers.
She specializes in relationship building, developing campaigns that drive impact, and has worked with high-profile brands across North America such as Nike, P&G, RBC, CBC and Nestle.
In 2017, she co-founded Code Black Communicator Network, an organization created to provide a space for learning, growing and knowledge exchange for Black communications professionals.
Lesli Fairweather, Senior Marketing Manager, Roots
Lesli Fairweather is a marketing professional with a passion for crafting compelling brand stories and driving strategic growth. With over 17 years of experience working within a Marketing and PR capacity, her proven track record of success has been honed through her experiences in both the Canadian and U.S. markets. Lesli has successfully overseen marketing initiatives for renowned brands such as, Sephora, NARS, BareMinerals, and Lacoste Footwear.
Specializing in executing omni-channel communication strategies, Lesli currently leads PR and Social Media at Roots, and brings a unique blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership. Whether it’s shaping a brand’s tone, optimizing budgets, or fostering innovative collaborations, Lesli thrives on creating impactful and sustainable brand experiences.
These influential voices will share their success stories, strategies, and tips. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate Black History.
Event details
Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
Time: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
Location: Zoom
Registration Fees:
To register for this event, please click here
We hope to see you there!
PASSPORT TO PR
JANUARY 19, 2024
Passport to PR gives you the chance to visit Toronto’s top PR firms, this event is a great opportunity to network and learn from the best people in the public relations field.
Morning Session:
9:00 am to 9:45 am Edelman/Dove
10:40 am to 11:25 am Talk Shop
12:15 pm to 12:45 pm Middle Child
Afternoon Session:
2:00 pm to 2:45 pm Proof
3:00 pm to 3:45 pm Edery & Lord
4:45 pm to 5:30 pm 1Milk2Sugars
Costs:
Morning or Afternoon Session:
Student Members $15.00
Non-Members $20.00
Full Day:
Student Members $25.00
Non-Members $30.00
PASSPORT TO PR
FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2024
Passport to PR gives you the chance to visit Toronto’s top PR firms, this event is a great opportunity to network and learn from the best people in the public relations field.
Costs:
Morning or Afternoon Group:
Full Day:
‘Tis the season for celebration! The CPRS Toronto Board of Directors invites you to our highly anticipated Holiday Mixer! Join us for an evening filled with joy, camaraderie and a cheerful atmosphere at Watson’s on Richmond Street.
Your ticket ensures an evening of delightful indulgence, covering a refreshing drink and a delectable selection of bites to nibble on. It’s an opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow members and toast to the accomplishments of the year.
Act quickly to secure your spot, as we have a limited number of tickets available. Let’s make this season memorable together.
We look forward to seeing you at Watson’s for an evening of joy and good company.
DATE: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
TIME: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Watson’s, 398 Richmond Street West
COST: $20 Members | $30 Non-members
Free to all members and non-members interested in learning more about the benefits of a CPRS Toronto membership
Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Virtual
Being a member of CPRS Toronto comes with a wealth of benefits. From professional development and networking events to access to exclusive job postings and mentorship opportunities, a CPRS membership is an incredible tool to help you elevate your public relations career.
Join us for a virtual info session to learn more about what a CPRS Toronto membership can do for you.
Speakers:
Andrea Chrysanthou, President, CPRS Toronto
Sozan Mirawdaly, Membership Chair, CPRS Toronto
Bunmi Adeoye, Professional Development Chair, CPRS Toronto
Julia Rim Shepard, Education Chair, CPRS Toronto
Evrim Çalt, Volunteer Chair, CPRS Toronto
Calissa Busby, President, CPRS Toronto Student Steering Committee
Time: 6pm
Location: Zoom
Cost: Free for Members and Non-Members
This CPRS Toronto-Veritas event looks at the importance of recognizing and harnessing young talent from different backgrounds. The panellists will also explore and share insights into how young and emerging talent can grow their skills, familiarize themselves with the Canadian media landscape and practices – and how to best grow in their career.
Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Time: 6pm
Location: Forsman & Bodenfors Office, 340 King St East, 5th Floor (North Elevator), Toronto
Cost: Free for Members and Non-Members