Posted by Danielle on July 2nd, 2010 
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Find out what it takes to become an APR.
Get important summer time reading ideas.
Join us for a brown-bag lunch next week.
When: Noon-1pm Thursday, July 8, 2010
Where: Thornley Fallis Communications and 76 Design
55 Metcalfe St., Suite 730 Ottawa
Posted by Danielle on May 21st, 2010 Leave a Comment
Six (6) CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau Members have been nominated to open positions on the 2010/11 Board of Directors. The nominees will be elected by attending members at the CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau Annual General Meeting (AGM) on May 25, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. at the Sheraton Ottawa.
We look forward to presenting to you the Board of Directors, including Directors appointed during the 2009/2010 year. The newly elected Directors will join the Board to serve two-year terms.
The nominees are: Lea Werthman, APR; Vincent White; Scott Dover; Melissa Nisbett; Joan Wright and Émilie Girard-Ruel. Bios of the nominees are available under the Events section of this site and will be available at the AGM.
Note: We continue to seek individuals to fill a number of positions on the Board of Directors and ask those interested to contact CPRS following the AGM at info@cprsottawa.com
Members (Positions)
Officers
Keelan Green (President)
Lea Werthman, APR (nominated)-(Secretary)
Danielle Cote, APR (Past-President)
Vacant (President-Elect)
Scott Drover (nominated)- (Treasurer)
Directors
Charlene Gaudet, APR (Accreditation)
Maria Al Masani (Branding)
Vacant (PD/Social Events)
Angie d’Aoust (Awards Program)
Keelan Green (Public Relations/Website)
Benoit Laplante (Member-at-Large: e-Content)
Joan Wright (nominated)- (Membership)
Vacant (Sponsorship)
Vincent White (nominated)- (Member-at-Large: Gov’t Relations)
Émilie Girard-Ruel (nominated)- (Member-at-Large)
Melissa Nisbett (nominated)- (Member-at-Large)
Vacant (VOX e-newsletter)
Vacant ( Student Liaison)
Executive Director
Carmen Marson-Awad Consultant
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Posted by Danielle on March 10th, 2010 Leave a Comment
Next PD session March 25th: Government and Social Media
Join us March 25th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel as Jared Adams, Senior Communications Advisor with the Canada Revenue Agency Tackles Government and Social Media: Moving from Discussion to Implementation. Visit our Events section to register.
2010 Edition of Take the Leap Conference a Success
Thanks to all of you who attended our 2010 edition of Take the Leap…From Good to Great full-day mini-conference. We are grateful to Dave Fleet, Daniel Tisch, APR, David C. Kardish, APR, Mark Blevis, Joanne John, Pam Aung and CPRS President Dr. Terry Flynn, APR, FCPRS for contributing to a wonderful day of professional development. A few highlights from the day included a cheque presentation from Carolyn McGill-Davidson, President and CEO of CNW Group, for over $120,000 to the Red Cross. Also, Jim Armour, was awarded his APR designation. Special thanks to Benoit Laplante, Chair of the Conference Planning Committee, as well as his committee members and students from the Algonquin PR Program Agency for organizing a wonderful day. The next Take a Leap conference will be held Friday, Feb 24th, 2012! Hope to see you then.
Attention Students: Torchia Scholarship in Public Relations/Communications deadline approaching.
The deadline to submit an application for this scholarship program is April 30. The Scholarship is awarded to a student who has chosen to study public relations/communications in one of Canada’s two official languages that is not his/her first language or mother tongue. The student will be entering his/her second year of study at a Canadian university or college, in either a degree program or a multiyear diploma or certificate program that meets recognized standards of education. The scholarship is valued at $1,500 and is for one year only. Visit http://www.cprsottawa.com/index.php/students-en/ for more information.
ANNUAL PR ALUMNI MEET & GREET
The 22nd annual public relations program charity fundraiser is just around the corner. This year, students have teamed-up with Ottawa-base ICAfrica. Here is a listing of upcoming events organized by the PR students:
When: Wednesday, March 24, from 5.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.
Where: The Heart and Crown, 353 B Preston St, Ottawa
What: A night of networking with former peers, colleagues, and PR students
Why: To help Algonquin’s first-year PR students raise funds and awareness in hopes of helping those looking for a hand-up and not a hand-out in sub-Saharan Africa.
Other: Minimum donation of $10 requested, business- casual dress
RSVP: bell0354@algonquincollege.com before March 19.
Visit www.icafrica.com/algonquin for a listing of events.
Danielle Côté, APR
President, Ottawa/Gatineau Chapter
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Posted by Keelan on January 29th, 2010 Leave a Comment
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 Benoit on January 14th, 2010 Leave a Comment
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:
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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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, 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.
Posted by Danielle on November 13th, 2009 Leave a Comment
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
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Posted by Danielle on November 11th, 2009 Leave a Comment
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.
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Posted by Danielle on September 22nd, 2009 Leave a Comment
I’m pleased to bring you a special message from Lea Werthman, APR, Public Relations Class of 1986 and Chair, PR Program 25th Anniversary Committee.
The 25th Anniversary celebrations for Algonquin’s Public Relations Program went off without a hitch on Saturday, September 19th. We had over 60 grads and friends of the program gather to celebrate our accomplishments in the community over the last 25 years – and to have a look forward to where the program is going in the next 25.
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who came out and/or sent your wishes along. We will be putting together some photos and videos from the evening, and will send along a link when it becomes available.
Finally, many thanks to our event sponsors, CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau and Algonquin’s Alumni Association, without whom the event would not have been possible.
Regards
Léa (Gagné) Werthman, APR, Public Relations Class of 1986
Chair, PR Program 25th Anniversary Committee
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Posted by Danielle on September 19th, 2009 Leave a Comment
Tonight I will have the pleasure of taking part in the Algonquin College PR Program’s 25th Anniversary Gala both as the President of CPRS, but also as an alumnus from the class of 1990.
CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau Chapter is a proud sponsor of the gala event – a great way to help recognize the long standing relationship we have with the program. This relationship actually dates back to 1984 when Claudine Wilson, APR, CPRS Member and the PR Program’s first Coordinator, joined the Ottawa Chapter.
Since then, PR students have been involved at all levels of the Chapter, contributing ideas, time and energy and we hope, gaining the additional skills and knowledge they need to pursue a career in public relations.
We encourage students to include our Chapter in their journey towards becoming a public relations professional.
Congratulations to the PR Program on 25 great years!
Danielle Cote
President
CPRS Ottawa/Gatineau
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Posted by Keelan on September 9th, 2009 Leave a Comment
Wednesday, September 16th, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Metropolitain Brasserie
700 Sussex Drive (at Wellington/Rideau)
www.metropolitainbrasserie.com
There is no charge to attend this event.
Cash bar with hors d’œuvres.
RSVP is required to info@cprsottawa.com
Le mercredi 16 septembre 2009, 17 h 30 h à 20 h
Brasserie Métropolitain
700, promenade Sussex (à l’intersection de Wellington / Rideau)
www.metropolitainbrasserie.com
L’entrée est gratuite.
Bar payant avec hors-d’œuvres.
RSVP à info@cprsottawa.com.
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