2026-2027 National Board Director

The Communications and Public Relations Society of Canada (CPRS) is the national professional association for communications and public relations practitioners in Canada. CPRS supports professional development, accreditation and ethical practice, and connects a community of practitioners through its national organization and member societies across the country.

La Société canadienne des communications et des relations publiques (SCRP) est l’association professionnelle nationale canadienne regroupant les praticiens des communications et des relations publiques. La SCRP favorise l’excellence professionnelle grâce à l’accréditation, au perfectionnement professionnel, à la défense des intérêts, à la recherche et au respect de l’éthique.

Type of recognition

CPRS National Volunteer Badge

This badge formally recognizes service as a National Board Director of the Communications and Public Relations Society of Canada(CPRS). It signifies formal governance and strategic leadership within a national professional association. Recipients contribute to the advancement of the profession through policy direction, ethics oversight, and organizational strategy.

This recognition acknowledges leadership, governance, and professional stewardship at the highest level of CPRS.

Core Competencies

Strategic Leadership & Governance: Guides national priorities, contributes to long-term strategy, and upholds CPRS’s vision, mission, and ethical standards.

Policy and Oversight: Participates in governance, fiscal responsibility, and national policy decision-making with transparency and accountability.

Ethical and Professional Practice: Models adherence to the CPRS Code of Professional Standards and champions ethics and integrity across all communications.

Advocacy & Representation: Serves as a visible national ambassador for CPRS, advancing the public relations profession across Canada.

Collaboration & Influence: Works effectively with fellow directors, committees, and local societies to align national initiatives and foster organizational cohesion.

Supporting Skills

• Board and committee leadership
• Strategic planning and risk assessment
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Public representation and communication

Learning and Development Outcomes

Estimated learning effort: 25–40 hours per year through meetings, policy development, and governance activities.

Learning mode: Experiential and reflective leadership practice.

Recognition type: Organizational Recognition Badge

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