RECORDING: IABC/Toronto’s 2023 Communicator of the Year (COTY)

Celebrate Fennella Bruce: IABC/Toronto’s Communicator of the Year for 2023 Recorded on Friday, March 1 IABC/Toronto honours Fennella Bruce, veteran television producer and writer. Fennella is being recognized for demonstrating leadership and communications excellence through her ongoing work boosting the voices of Black professionals in the media. Giving Black professionals opportunities to share their stories […]

RECORDING: The art of business development: Proven strategies for indie communicators

Recorded on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Business development is an essential skill for any indie communicator – but it can be a daunting proposition! Join your fellow independents for this webinar where a panel of seasoned pros share their tips and tricks for building, growing, and maintaining a thriving freelance communications practice. Learn how to […]

RECORDING: Discussing new insights to navigate the changing Canadian health & media ecosystem

Recorded on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 IABC Toronto and CPRS Toronto host the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) for an engaging discussion on the evolving media landscape and the profound influence of social media disruption on the distribution of high-quality health information. Health communicators are experiencing a systemic change in the way Canadians receive and interact […]

RECORDING – PIC Presents: AI for Indies

Recorded on October 1, 2024 Unleash the power of artificial intelligence with communications expert Lisa Gibson, founder of Ignite Communications and former chief of staff and head of communications for Microsoft Canada. In this interactive session, Lisa takes us through: • AI tools and use cases for independent communicators • The art of the prompt […]

PIC Presents: Delighting Clients & Wowing on Zoom: The Communicator’s Guide to Professional Presence

Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Zoom In today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, strong client relationships and a polished virtual presence can set you apart. Join us to learn the art of client connection and virtual professionalism, so you can build long-term client relationships. Melody Gaukel, Senior Vice President, Proof Strategies, will discuss […]

SCC Presents: Breaking into the PR Industry – Panel Discussion

Thursday, March 27, 6 to 7 p.m., Zoom How can students / recent graduates land their first PR role? Join us for an insightful session where we ask experts about their personal experiences, upcoming opportunities, trends in the industry, and lastly tips for rising communicators. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with industry […]

Spring Twist: a networking social for independent communicators

Duke of Cornwall 400 University Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6 to 8 p.m. Duke of Cornwall (St. Ives Room) Join IABC/Toronto’s Professional Independent Communicators (PIC) for a casual evening of networking, engaging conversation and collaboration with fellow independent communications professionals. This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with familiar faces, make new connections or explore potential partnerships. We’re adding […]