2026-2027 CPRS National Presidents' Council Member

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.

Core Competencies

Local Society 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.

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