Posted by Keelan to Events / Événements, News / Nouvelles, Notices / Bulletins on 29-01-2010
The one-day conference Take the Leap… from Good to Great is Friday, February 26, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel in Ottawa. / La conférence d’un jour Un bon avant… vers l’excellence aura lieu le 26 février 2010 de 7 h 30 à 16 h à l’hôtel Sheraton situé au centre-ville d’Ottawa.
7 must-see, timely speakers / 7 conférenciers à ne pas manquer!
Keynote / Conférencière
Pam Aung Thin, Red Cross / Croix-Rouge
The Haiti crisis and the communications perspective to this challenge / Tout sur la crise d’Haïti et les défis de communications reliés
Keynote / Conférencier
Dr. Terry Flynn, DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University
Reputation management / Gestion de la réputation
Dave Fleet, Thornley Fallis
2010 social media marketing ecosystem / L’écosystème du marketing et des médias sociaux en 2010
Daniel Tisch, Argyle Communications
Principles and best practices of advocacy and public sector communications / Principes et meilleures pratiques d’influence et de communication dans le secteur public
David C. Kardish, Centre for Excellence in Communications
Boosting employee engagement during tough times with effective internal communications / Stimuler l’engagement des employés pendant les périodes difficiles par des communications internes efficaces
Ron Guirguis, Fleishman-Hillard
Helping organizations take their public affairs activities from Good to Great / Aider les organisations à faire un bon vers l’excellence avec leurs activités d’affaires publiques
Joanne John, Natural Resources Canada / Ressources naturelles Canada
Crisis communications / Communications de crise
Member / membre: $255
Non member/non-membre: $345
Student/Étudiant: $150
Take the Leap with us and register today!
Faites le bon et inscrivez-vous aujourd’hui!
Posted by Danielle to Uncategorized on 22-01-2010
Our thoughts are with the people of Haiti and aid workers who are helping those affected by the recent earthquake.
Our Chapter is very proud to once again host the second edition of Take a Leap… from Good to Great. This year’s conference focuses on topics to help you Lead the Way in your organization. Join us Friday, February 26th from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel for a full day of leading-edge professional development sessions.
It’s time to start thinking about your submission to the annual CPRS Awards of Excellence. There are many different categories for you to consider so start thinking about a project to enter. Entries must be submitted by March 31st, 2010.
For those interested in volunteering at the national level, the national society has many opportunities to join a national committee. Our Chapter is also always in need of volunteers. In particular, our Chapter has an opening for a Treasurer. Anyone interested in finding out more, should contact the Society at cprs.scrp@sympatico.ca
And finally, applications are now being accepted for the 2010 Torchia Scholarship program. Students can obtain more information at this email:
Phone/Fax: 416 2426146
Email: foundation@prmediaconnection.com
Danielle Cote, APR
President, CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau
Posted by Benoit to Events / Événements, News / Nouvelles, Notices / Bulletins on 14-01-2010
Speaker Roster Continues to Grow!
The speaker line-up for the 2010 Take the Leap from Good to Great: Leading the Way one-day Conference is filling up fast. Thought leaders include the professionals on the cutting edge of Canada’s public relations and communications sector. The latest speakers to confirm their attendance are:
Dave Fleet
Dr. Terry Flynn
Daniel Tisch
They join an impressive array of Canadian PR leaders. More exciting additions are on the horizon.
Don’t get left behind and register today!
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Une brochette de leaders en relations publiques à Ottawa!
De retour pour sa 2e édition, la conférence Un bond avant… vers l’excellence 2010 aura lieu le 26 février. Cet événement d’envergure d’un jour organisé par la SCRP Ottawa/Gatineau est principalement offert aux professionnels des communications et en relations publiques. Parmi les meilleures personnalités que nous avons rassemblées:
Dave Fleet
Dr. Terry Flynn
Daniel Tisch
Dave Fleet, le Dr. Terry Flynn et Daniel Tisch sont tous des leaders, et seront présent le 26 février prochain! Notez que la conférence sera présentée principalement en anglais.
Inscrivez-vous dès aujourd’hui en cliquant ici!
Posted by Keelan to Events / Événements on 4-01-2010
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Be a Leader – Join the CPRS Mini-Conference Today
What does it mean to be a leader in PR and communications…?
Is it staying ahead of the curve on social media and PR techniques?
Knowing your competitors? Setting an example for future PR practitioners?
How about all of the above?
Take the time to stay ahead of the curve and invest in your career.
CPRS is hosting its “Take the Leap… From Good to Great” Mini-Conference on Friday, February 26, 2010. The day-long conference will feature expert speakers and opportunities to network with current and future CPRS members.
Be a leader in your own career and industry – register today!
Soyez un leader – participez aujourd’hui à la mini-conférence de la SCRP
Que signifie être un leader en matière de relations publiques et de communications… ?
Peut-on garder une longueur d’avance sur les médias sociaux et les techniques en matière de relations publiques ?
Connaissez-vous vos concurrents ? Pouvez-vous être un modèle pour les futurs professionnels des relations publiques ?
Pourquoi ne pas répondre à toutes ces questions ?
Gardez votre longueur d’avance et investissez dans votre carrière. La SCRP présentera sa mini-conférence Un bond en avant… vers l’excellence le vendredi 26 février 2010. Au cours de cette conférence d’une journée, vous aurez l’occasion d’écouter des conférenciers chevronnés et de rencontrer des membres actuels et futurs de la SCRP. (La conférence sera principalement présentée en anglais).
Inscrivez-vous dès aujourd’hui en cliquant ici!
Posted by Danielle to Uncategorized on 23-12-2009
On behalf of the CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau Board of Directors I would like to wish our members, future members, students, friends, sponsors, colleagues and their families, a very Happy Holiday and a Healthy and Happy New Year.
We thank each and every one of you for your ongoing support and look forward to seeing you in 2010.
All the best,
Danielle Côté, APR
President
CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau
Posted by Benoit to Events / Événements on 1-12-2009
Take the Leap… from Good to Great Conference is Back!
Mark your calenders Friday, February 26th, 2010 and make time for yourself and your professional development.
This year’s theme is Leading the Way, a chance for all of us working in public relations or communication to increase our knowledge and skills in leadership and stay on the leading edge of our profession. We look forward to bringing you another full day of provocative and insightful speakers. Watch for early bird specials in the coming days.
Posted by Danielle to Uncategorized on 17-11-2009
Editors’ Association of Canada Annual Wine and Cheese Mixer
CPRS members are cordially invited to attend the Editors’ Association of Canada (EAC)’s Annual Wine and Cheese Mixer on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Embassy West Hotel in Ottawa beginning at 7:30 p.m. Come, relax and network with editors and other communications professionals at the annual Wine and Cheese Mixer hosted by the National Capital Region branch of the EAC. This year’s event includes an Editor’s Showcase. Don’t forget your business cards! Making new business contacts is a great way to kick off the festive season and another productive year in 2010. Embassy West Hotel & Conference Centre, 1400 Carling Avenue, Canada Salon, Ottawa. The EAC (www.editors.ca) is for both English and French editors. Admission is $10. RSVP to ncr@editors.ca.
Posted by Danielle to News / Nouvelles on 13-11-2009
For those who are not superstitious – Happy Friday the 13th
Take the Leap… from Good to Great Conference is Back!
Those who attended our mini-conference in February 2008 will recall a great day of top-notch speakers and great networking opportunities. Set aside Friday, February 26th, 2010 and make time for yourself and your professional development.
This year’s theme is Leading the Way, a chance for all of us working in public relations or communication to increase our knowledge and skills in leadership and stay on the leading edge of our profession. We look forward to bringing you another full day of provocative and insightful speakers. Watch for early bird specials in the coming days. Benoit Laplante, CPRS member and Chair of the Organizing Committee is working diligently to bring us a strong event you won’t want to miss.
Free Webinar on Social Media
Join Mark Buzan, APR, co-author of “Online PR and Social Media for Associations and Not-for-Profits” for this free webinar where you will learn some of the key elements in:
Establishing the required “push” versus “pull” marketing tactics that will increase your online fan base
Linking your current offline marketing techniques with effective online marketing techniques
Determining who should speak for your organization on social media sites
Developing an Anchor and Outpost strategy can significantly increase your exposure – and your search engine ranking
Determining which PR sites you should join – and which you should not?
Do you know how to use Social Bookmarking to leverage your efforts even further?
Date: 24th of November @ 1PM EST. For more information: http://socialmediafornonprofits.eventbrite.com.
Mark Buzan, APR
Principal
Action Strategies
(819) 770-2899
www.actionstrategies.ca
Posted by Danielle to News / Nouvelles on 11-11-2009
It’s always the right time to do something for yourself. The December 1 deadline for submitting your APR application is fast approaching!
Obtaining your APR will …..
further your career,
establish your professional credentials,
validate yourself and your profession,
broaden your knowledge of PR practices,
demonstrate your commitment to life-long learning,
allow you to network and study with your peers to attain something
great.
Contact charlene.gaudet@ceaa-acee.gc.ca for more information.
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C’est à votre avantage! Il ne vous reste plus que quelques semaines à compléter votre demande d’agrément.
Celle-ci est dû avant le 1er décembre.
Votre ARP…
fera progresser votre carrière
vous donnera une crédibilité professionnelle.
fera valoir vos capacités et votre profession.
élargira vos connaissances des pratiques de relations
publiques.
démontrera votre engagement envers la formation continue.
tissera votre réseau et étudier avec vos pairs afin
d’atteindre un objectif louable.
Communiquez avec charlene.gaudet@ceaa-acee.gc.ca pour plus d’information.
Posted by Danielle to Uncategorized on 4-11-2009
CPRS Ottawa Gatineau to Host 2013 CPRS National Conference
I’m very pleased to announce that the CPRS National Conference will be held in Ottawa in the spring of 2013. There’s nothing like knowing well in advance! Now we can begin to plan for an outstanding conference for our colleagues across the country. Dr. Terry Flynn, President of the CPRS confirmed the news this week. A new model for managing the national conference is being introduced next spring that will bring with it more resources and support at the local level. Keelan Green, President Elect of this chapter has agreed to chair the local planning committee.
New Board Members
The following CPRS members have been appointed to fill vacant positions on the Board of Directors:
Christina Stefanski will lead the Membership Portfolio and Maria Al-Masani will lead the chapter’s branding initiative. We look forward to working with both of them.
Join us November 10th
Please join us November 10th at lunch time for a PD Session looking at the past, present and future of PR in Ottawa with special guests Tim Kane and Sheena Pennie of Delta Media. Check the website for details and to register.
Danielle Cote
President, CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau
