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  • Event graphic on a blue and white background. Text reads: “Unlocking the Art of the Proposal: how to design proposals that truly stand out. Interactive Zoom session. Tuesday, October 21, 4:30 to 6 p.m. ET” Headshots of panellists Yvonne Catty (she/her) and Nat Korol (she/her) and moderator Trish Tervit (she/her). Logos of I A B C Toronto and P I C Professional Independent Communicators.

    Recording – PIC presents: Unlocking the Art of the Proposal

    Recorded on October 21, 2025 How do you design proposals that truly stand out and keep them moving once the client says “yes”? Industry leaders Yvonne Catty and Nat Korol shared proven strategies and insider tips to design proposals that win attention, build buy-in, and avoid the dreaded “proposal in the abyss.” This interactive Zoom session dove into: […]

  • Event graphic on a dark blue background. Text reads: “P I C presents: Negotiation Strategies with Fotini Iconomopoulos. Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. EST” Headshot of speaker Fotini Iconomopoulos (she/her). Logo of I A B C Toronto and P I C Professional Independent Communicators.

    Recording — PIC Presents: Negotiation Strategies With Fotini Iconomopoulos

    Recorded on January 20, 2026. Negotiation is part of your work every single day, whether you’re setting your fees, scoping a project, navigating client expectations, or advocating for your value. That’s why we’re thrilled to provide you with the recording of an IABC Professional Independent Communicators webinar featuring negotiation expert Fotini Iconomopoulos. Fotini is known […]

  • Event graphic on a dark blue and tan background shaded with an image of Toronto’s Old City Hall. Text reads: “I A B C / Toronto P I C presents: Contracts with confidence. Essentials every independent communicator should know. Register now. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. EST.” Headshots of two speakers with the captions “Shoshanna Lebovits and Adam Freedman, Keslassy Freedman Gelfand LLP.” Logos of I A B C Toronto and P I C Professional Independent Communicators.

    Contracts with confidence: Essentials every independent communicator should know

    Wednesday, April 22, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. ET, Zoom session Contracts can feel intimidating, yet they play a big role in setting clear expectations and supporting strong client relationships. If you're ready to refine your contracts, join us for an upcoming IABC/Toronto Professional Independent Communicators webinar featuring contract lawyers Adam Freedman and Shoshanna Lebovits for a practical, down-to-earth conversation on […]

  • Graphic featuring a smiling headshot of Madelyn Chung against a white background with diagonal orange stripes. Text on top reads, “Communicator of the Year 2025” followed by “Madelyn Chung, Founder, RepresentASIAN Project and Registered Psychotherapist.” In a black patch at the bottom, white text reads: “Come, celebrate with us! Thursday, April 30, 2026, 6:30 p.m., TMU Sandbox, 341 Yonge St” IABC/Toronto logo sits in the top right corner.

    Communicator of the Year 2025

    TMU Sandbox 341 Yonge St., Toronto

    Thursday, April 30, 2026, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. TMU Sandbox (341 Yonge St.) Join IABC/Toronto for an evening of celebration, conversations and connection with Madelyn Chung, our 2025 Communicator of the Year (COTY) recipient! Congratulate Madelyn and be inspired as she takes you behind the scenes of her journey so far. The evening is a […]

  • 2026 Ovation Awards Celebration

    Carlu 444 Yonge St #7, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    May 7, 2026, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Carlu, 444 Yonge St #7, Toronto, ON M5G 2B3 For over four decades, this event has been the definitive stage for professional excellence in Toronto. This is the night where the community’s top talent stands out. Enjoy a cocktail reception at the start of the evening, followed […]

  • Promotional graphic of IABC/Toronto’s Pride Social. A vibrant teal background. Logos of IABC/Toronto and Understory on the top left, followed by text in a bold, playful font “Pride Social” beside that, headshots of the panelists Eli Carmona (The 519), Andrea Houston (Ricochet Media) and Dane Griffiths (Toronto Public Health). In a pink strip below, text reads, “Wednesday, May 13, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Understory”. The graphic has some colourful flower art as embellishments.

    IABC/Toronto Pride Social

    Understory 505 Church St., Toronto

    Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Understory Café, 505 Church St., Toronto Pride is many things: a protest, a celebration and an opportunity for communicators to reflect on how we show up in authentic solidarity with 2SLGBTQ+ communities through our work. Join IABC/Toronto for an evening of connection, conversation and celebration as we […]

  • Event graphic on a teal background. Text reads: “I A B C / Toronto and P I C present: Media relations in 2026. Tuesday, May 26, 12 to 1 p.m. ET. Register now.” Headshots of four speakers with the captions “Jacob R. Robinson, Natalia Smalyuk, Masha Mikey and Trish Tervit, moderator.” Logos of I A B C Toronto and P I C Professional Independent Communicators.

    Media Relations in 2026: What’s changed and how to adapt

    Tuesday, May 26, 12 to 1 p.m. ET Zoom session Media relations no longer works the way it did even a few years ago. What’s delivering results now? Join IABC Toronto and Professional Independent Communicators for a practical, candid conversation on how practitioners are navigating today’s media landscape. Our panel of experts - Natalia Smalyuk, […]