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What matters gets measured and what is measured gets done. Like many veteran CPRS members, I grew up with this proviso, defined initially by deadlines and column inches, then by the financial, regulatory, sales and engagement metrics of business. I […]
The 2020 U.S. general election is certainly one for the history books. On November 3, CPRS Edmonton teamed up with CPRS chapters in Calgary, Regina and Vancouver Island to host Gary Mar, president and CEO of the Canada West Foundation, […]
We’re building what comes next in local media webinar November 20, 2020Heather Mah With the growing advancement of digital platforms, such as Google and Facebook, that offer advertisers greater audience reach, faster distribution of information and measurable results, local news […]
Heather MahNovember 1, 2020 Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Jill Craig (née Noble) began her communications career in 2003, working for the provincial and federal level of government. She made her big decision to relocate to Alberta in 2014, where she […]
Looking for a great way to put words into action? Why not consider giving to the newly established Indigenous PR Student Scholarship Fund launched by the CPRS Foundation. “Now more than ever we need Indigenous people’s voices in our industries, […]
Megan Braithwaite, a freelance communicator for the past five years, shares her experience finding clients through network recommendations, volunteerism, service trades, soft pitching and cold calls and emails. She describes the customer service model she uses to build strong, long-term […]
Thank you to our speakers for sharing their insights on October 14 about starting your own communications business. They shared many valuable insights for communicators looking to start their own business. Megan Braithwaite is a freelance communicator who shared her […]
Against the uncertain backdrop to which we’re growing accustomed is the nagging worry that despite best efforts, something beyond our own control will throw our job and career a curveball. My husband’s lifelong baseball passion comes to mind when I […]
Heather MahSeptember 30, 2020 This month’s member profile is no stranger to the spotlight. A familiar face on CBC Edmonton, former meteorologist Stephanie Barsby Boisvert made the transition to a communications career in 2015 where she continues to use her […]
Retired PR practitioners can maintain their connection to CPRS with a retiree membership at a significantly reduced rate. This special category allows you to maintain the perks of being a CPRS member (please note: retiree memberships do not have voting […]