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  • Hear from the experts: Award-winning CPG campaigns

    UPDATE: Today’s Edelman panel event is moving virtual due to weather Due to today’s weather conditions, we’re moving the Edelman panel event to a virtual format. The duration has been shortened to one hour, and the session will still start at 6 p.m. Your safety is our priority, and we hope this change ensures everyone […]

  • Graphic in pink, blue, and white, the colours of the trans flag. The text reads, “Trans Day of Visibility Special. Connecting with Everyone: Communicating about Trans People with Dignity and Respect. Lunch and Learn: Monday, March 17, 12 to 1 p.m. ET, virtual via Zoom.” Photo of Dean Lobo (he/him), VP (IDEA), IABC/ Toronto and Senior Communications Advisor, The 519.

    Connecting with Everyone: Communicating about Trans People with Dignity and Respect

    Monday, March 17, 2025, 12 to 1 p.m. on Zoom Over 100,815 Canadians identify as trans or non-binary. Yet their voices remain underrepresented in mainstream media. In a time of increasing global anti-trans hate fuelled by misinformation, communicators have an opportunity to show up as visible allies to trans people through inclusive and respectful communications. […]

  • Event graphic on a white and tan background. Text reads: “P I C presents: Delighting Clients and Wowing on Zoom: The communicator’s guide to professional presence. Wednesday, March 26, 2025. 4:30 to 6 p.m. ET. Virtual, via Zoom.” The graphic includes a stock photo of a woman in a black pantsuit walking confidently and carrying a cup of coffee. The graphic includes the logos for Professional Independent Communicators and I A B C Toronto.

    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 […]

  • On a white background, the black text reads, “The evolving role of AI in communications. Thursday, May 1, 6 to 8 p.m. Cision, 88 Queens Quay W. [Suite 3000]. The headshots of the moderator and speakers sit below the copy: Moderator Rasha Fawakhiri IABC/TO and speakers Veronica Langvee, Microsoft Canada, Karla Congson, Agentiiv, Adnan Bashir, Hansen Technologies and Evelyn Chavez, Social & Lattes. IABC/Toronto, CisionOne and PR Newswire logos appear in the top right of the graphic.

    The evolving role of AI in communications

    Cision 88 Queen’s Quay West, Suite 3000, Toronto, ON, Canada

    THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Thursday, May 1, 6 to 8 p.m. Cision, 88 Queens Quay W. We’re hosting an in-person session in partnership with CisionOne and PR Newswire around the evolving role of AI in communications. This panel will explore how AI is changing the way communicators engage with their audiences, […]

  • 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.

    PIC presents: Unlocking the Art of the Proposal

    Tuesday, October 21 2025, 4:30 to 6 p.m. ET on Zoom How do you design proposals that truly stand out and keep them moving once the client says “yes”? Join industry leaders Yvonne Catty and Nat Korol as they share proven strategies and insider tips to design proposals that win attention, build buy-in, and avoid the dreaded “proposal in […]

  • IABC Canada Conference 2025

    Looking for future-ready ideas? Practical insights to sharpen your skills? Fresh opportunities to stay relevant? Join is October 28-30 in Ottawa for the IABC Canada Conference where you will explore today’s big communication challenges and discover how professionals are addressing them in a uniquely Canadian way. And you do not need to be an IABC […]

  • 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: […]

  • Hear from the experts: Communicating in Times of Financial Change

    Training Centre, 5060 Spectrum Way, Suite 200, Mississauga, ON L4W 5N6

    Wednesday, November 12, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Training Centre, 5060 Spectrum Way, Suite 200, Mississauga, ON L4W 5N6. Panel in Suite 200, with networking, snacks, and drinks to follow in the Volaris Café (Suite 100) Join IABC/Toronto for an in-person professional development session hosted in partnership with Volaris Group. This engaging panel discussion will explore how […]

  • An orange-to-teal textured gradient background displays the logos of IABC Toronto and Edelman. Large white text reads: “May AI Have Your Attention, Please?” Below, smaller text states: “Tuesday, January 13 | 6 to 8:30 p.m. Edelman Office, 150 Bloor Street West, Floor 3.” On the right side of the banner are five circular image frames and corresponding titles that say: "Amie Silverwood, SCMP, IABC/Toronto (Moderator)", "Veronica Langvee, Microsoft Canada", "Nick Boles, Edelman DXI", "Rob Trewartha, City of Mississauga" and "Meg Nair, Capgemini". A network graphic of connected dots and lines appears along the right edge.

    AI in Communications: Transparency, Authenticity and Trust

    Edelman Toronto 150 Bloor Street West, 3rd Floor, Toronto, Canada

    Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Edelman Toronto, 150 Bloor Street West, 3rd Floor Join IABC/Toronto for an in-person professional development session, sponsored by Edelman. This timely panel brings together leaders who are shaping how organisations navigate the opportunities and challenges of AI-powered communications. Moderated by Amie Silverwood, President, IABC/Toronto, the panel will […]

  • 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.

    PIC Presents: Negotiation Strategies with Fotini Iconomopoulos

    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 invite you to an upcoming IABC Professional Independent Communicators webinar featuring negotiation expert Fotini Iconomopoulos. Fotini is known for helping professionals “get what they want” in […]