2025 CPRS National Presidents' Council Member

Recognizes CPRS members who serve as Presidents’ Council Members, representing their Local Society within the national leadership network of the Canadian Public Relations Society. This badge honours the individual’s leadership, collaboration, and commitment to advancing member value, communication, and engagement across the CPRS federation. This serves as organizational recognition of volunteer leadership, collaboration, and professional contribution within the CPRS community of practice.

Issued on 28 Oct 2025 by

Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS)

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Achievement Type

Community Service

Issuer

Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS)

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The Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) is an organization of professionals who practice public relations in Canada and abroad. Our members work to maintain the highest standards and to share a uniquely Canadian experience in public relations.

Fondée en 1948, La Société canadienne des relations publiques (SCRP) est un organisme regroupant des femmes et des hommes qui pratiquent les relations publiques au Canada et à l'étranger. Nos membres veillent à maintenir les normes professionnelles les plus élevées et à partager une expérience canadienne unique en matière de relations publiques.

Criteria

Core Competencies

Chapter Leadership & Community Building: Leads local society activities, representing CPRS nationally and fostering engagement among local members.

Program and Event Management: Oversees local professional development events, networking programs, and community outreach.

Ethical Stewardship: Promotes CPRS values and ensures all chapter activities reflect professionalism, inclusion, and integrity.

Volunteer Management & Mentorship: Recruits, supports, and mentors society volunteers, encouraging leadership development.

Strategic Alignment: Aligns local goals with national CPRS strategies and ensures effective communication between the two levels.

Supporting Skills

Budgeting and resource management
Public speaking and facilitation
Conflict resolution and team dynamics
Community relations and advocacy

Learning and Development Outcomes

Estimated learning effort: 20–40 hours per year through leadership, events, and governance participation.
Learning mode: Experiential, collaborative, and reflective.
Recognition type: Organizational badge recognizing community leadership and governance.