On-demand webcast: Internal communications in the digital age

Available until December 31, 2019 Missed our sell-out February event? Catch-up with an on-demand webcast where our engaging panel discusses breaking down silos, rise of mobile in the workplace and communicating with a diverse workforce. Panelists also share their perspectives on trends in internal communication and employee engagement. This recorded session will help viewers understand […]

Award-winning author Terry Fallis on his path from PR to publishing

The weather is cold and spring is a few months away. This January, join your IABC/Toronto colleagues for an inspirational talk by award-winning novelist Terry Fallis. He’ll discuss his journey from PR to publishing and the similarities between a PR professional and a writer. This event features the presentation, Q&A and a wine and cheese reception. […]

Building Your Business in An Ever-Changing PR World (live webcast)

Building Your Business in An Ever-Changing PR World Determination, Collaboration and Flexibility are Key to Personal Business Success When: Thursday, February 15, 2018; 12 to 1 p.m. EST Who: Gini Dietrich, CEO of Arment Dietrich, Inc., author of Spin Sucks and member of the national advisory council Women in PR USA. Where: Live online webinar (link to come) Have you struggled to… • Build […]

Engaging a multigenerational workforce through effective communication

Imagine a safe space where we use generational differences as a unique opportunity to drive profitability and work/life balance… not create conflict. For the first time we have four generations in the workforce at the same time. This creates unique opportunities for communicators to demonstrate the value of effective communication as a way to drive employee […]

The State of Social Media + Corporate Communications – emerging platforms, best-practices and current trends

FCP Gallery 100 King St W (Adelaide near Bay entrance), Toronto, ON, Canada

April 16, 6 to 8 p.m., First Canadian Place Gallery, Street Level, 100 King St W, Toronto, ON Media, investors, members, consumers and employees are all engaging with your company's content on social media platforms. How can you develop strategies that can help your company or brand thrive in these critical social spaces? How can you […]

What communicators need to know about podcasting in 2018

Mattamy Athletic Centre, third floor 50 Carlton St., Toronto, ON, Canada

Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Mattamy Athletic Centre, 50 Carlton Street, third floor, Toronto Podcasting is hot, and communicators need to know why and how to use audio as part of their outreach to employees, customers and prospects. In this professional development session, you’ll learn about the latest trends in podcasting from Donna Papacosta, […]

IABC Insiders’ Panel: Starting an Independent Communications Practice

Mattamy Athletic Centre at the Gardens, Blue and Gold Room (Room 3310), 3rd Floor 50 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON, Canada

Thinking about starting a freelance communications practice? Or want to learn how to grow your independent business? In this professional development session, three seasoned, successful independents will share their experiences and tips on how to get started, how to manage hurdles along the way, and how to keep your business growing. Our three panelists will […]

From Tactician to Strategist: The trends shaping communications with PR pro Daniel Tisch

FCP Gallery 100 King St W (entrance near Cactus Club), Toronto, ON, Canada

Wednesday, November 7, 6:30 to 9 p.m., First Canadian Place, FCP Gallery, 100 King St. W. (entrance near Cactus Club)   Are you a tactician or a strategist? Clients and colleagues appreciate the value that a communications strategist can add, in addition to supporting them with tactics and tools. Whether you’re an independent communicator, work […]

Cannabis Communications Interactive Discussion

FCP Gallery 100 King St W (entrance near Cactus Club), Toronto, ON, Canada

Featuring: Scott Davidson, Director, Strategic Communications, The Supreme Cannabis Company, and Ashley Chiu, Senior Consultant and Risk and Research Leader, Cannabis Industry, Ernst & Young In this interactive session, you will hear about lessons learned by corporations across the industry. Discover how some organizations, such as The Supreme Cannabis Company, build brand awareness while adhering […]

How to outsource and expand your communication business

Central YMCA 20 Grosvenor St., Toronto, ON, Canada

Are you ready to take on larger or more financially lucrative work in your communications practice, but concerned about your ability to manage such projects? A great option exists between hiring staff and keeping your practice small. Working with subcontractors to get the skills or support you need for larger projects is an ideal way […]