June 1, 2010
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- Learn 'How to work hard and play hard,' while attending IABC/Toronto's AGM
- Announcing IABC/Toronto's new board slate for 2010/2011
- Are you receiving CareerLine listings in your inbox? If not, sign-up for IABC/Toronto’s e-job notification service
- IABC 2010 World Conference—It’s Not Too Late!
- Integrating multimedia into your social media campaign (IABC/Toronto West end networking lunch and professional development)
- Be Part of the Link at IABC/Toronto’s website–Tell us what you think!
- 2010 Chapter Management Awards Driven by 2008/2009 Volunteers
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June 9-10, 2010
Student World Conference in Toronto
June 24, 2010
Learn 'How to work hard and play hard,' while attending IABC/Toronto's AGM
June 24, 2010
Integrating multimedia into your social media campaign (IABC/Toronto West end networking lunch and professional development)
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Learn 'How to work hard and play hard,' while attending IABC/Toronto's AGM
When: Thursday, June 24, 2010, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The CNIB Centre, 1929 Bayview Avenue, Toronto
Join us at the sleek and modern CNIB Centre (away from the bustle of the G20 Summit!) and play a part in the governance of our chapter by attending the Annual General Meeting. Hear about the accomplishments and progress of this year’s board, vote to elect next year’s board, and hear from the incoming president about the themes and areas of focus for 2010/2011.
This event is for IABC/Toronto members only!
Following the formal meeting, a Professional Development session will take place featuring one of IABC’s most distinguished members. Kellie Garrett, ABC, MA Leadership, will impart practical ideas on how to strategically manage competing priorities, manage energy and deliver results that matter, inspiring you to take your daily work to a new level. Kellie will provoke you to think about how you work and volunteer in a new way and provide you with tools to put the new mindset into action.
Pre-registration is required! 
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Announcing IABC/Toronto's new board slate for 2010/2011
IABC/Toronto's board is elected each year at its annual general meeting. All current members are invited to attend the meeting and vote on the new slate. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for June 24, 2010.
The 2010/2011 board year runs from July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011.
Following a thorough review, the Nomination Committee proposes the following slate for the various Board positions:
President: Carrie MacAfee
Past President: Brent Carey, ABC
Executive Vice President: Trell Huether
Accreditation & Standards: Brigette Kocijancic, ABC
Advertising & Sponsorship: Cyrus Mavalwala, ABC
Association Management: Linda Andross, ABC
Awards: Katie O’Dell
Finance: Natasha Renaud, MBA, MS Mass Comm
Marketing Communications: Christine Andrew, MBA
Member Communications: Diana Degan Robinson, ABC
Membership: Sharon Beattie
Networking & Special Events: Amanda Flude
Professional Development: Louise Armstrong
Volunteer Services: Marie Fitzpatrick-Hall, ABC
Are you receiving CareerLine listings in your inbox? If not, sign-up for IABC/Toronto’s e-job notification service
In May 2010 alone, IABC/Toronto's CareerLine has received more than one (1) new job listing daily. Already this year, we've already provide members access to more than 130 job listings. Are you missing out?
An exclusive membership benefit, CareerLine links IABC/Toronto members to a wide variety of career opportunities. Its success is a testament to both the usefulness of the service, and the appeal of our members to hiring organizations.
Are you job-hunting or interested in seeing what’s out there?
IABC/Toronto members can subscribe to the FREE e-job notification service. Once you sign up, you’ll receive email notifications about new CareerLine postings shortly after they are placed. Sign up now.
Need to know how to submit a job posting, including pricing and target audience information?
Please go to http://toronto.iabc.com/elert/2010CareerLinePromoFlyer.html
IABC 2010 World Conference—It’s Not Too Late!
The biggest event in the IABC year is coming to Toronto in just a few days. Almost 1,400 communicators from 29 countries—more than half from Canada—have already registered. If you haven’t registered, it’s not too late. Register on-site at the Sheraton Centre so you don’t miss:
- Incredible learning opportunities at more than 70 sessions
- Inspiration from dynamic speakers
- The valuable connections you’ll make during many networking opportunities
And the June 5th World Conference Community Project is now open to all IABC/Toronto members. Register by going to http://www.iabc.com/wc/specialevents.htm#Saturday so you can help make a difference at Evergreen BrickWorks
For registration information and daily conference rates for the conference, go to http://www.iabc.com/wc/register.htm.
Integrating multimedia into your social media campaign (IABC/Toronto West end networking lunch and professional development)
Thursday, June 24, 2010, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., The Centre for Health & Safety Innovation, 5110 Creekbank Road, Mississauga
Many audiences now expect audio and video to be part of your PR campaign. They don't just want to read the story; they want to hear it and see it. In this session, West end member Donna Papacosta will share the presentation she's giving at the World Conference, offering practical advice on using integrated social media campaigns that might include blogs, podcasts, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and more.
The working lunch includes sandwiches, salads, coffee and tea for just $25. For payment at the venue,; please bring exact change. An IABC/Toronto West end receipt will be provided.
Please register by Thursday, June 17 by sending an email to Danielle Arbuckle.
Registration Fee: $25: Members and non-members. Includes access to the event, lunch, coffee or tea, tax and tip.
Be Part of the Link at IABC/Toronto’s website–Tell us what you think!
Now is a great time to click on over to IABC/Toronto’s website to find the latest news and information on events, education and networking opportunities in the communications profession.
Be part of the link–connect to the resources that impact your career. IABC/Toronto is a one-stop spot for the communications professional no matter where you are in your career.
IABC/Toronto wants to hear from you. Tell us what you think of our website. All comments from members and non-members are valued, so Be Heard! Send your feedback to toronto-info@iabc.com.
2010 Chapter Management Awards Driven by 2008/2009 Volunteers
You’ve heard IABC/Toronto was honoured as 2010 IABC International Chapter of the Year and Large Chapter of the Year – but do you know which Chapter Management Awards you helped win? If you were an IABC/Toronto volunteer in 2008/2009, you played a pivotal role in these accomplishments. Discover how your volunteer work made an impact and download copies of the awards you helped earn.
Learn about Content Reuse Made Simple at the 2010 World Conference
Are the writers in your organization working as efficiently as possible? Unless you’re reusing content whenever and wherever you can, you’re wasting time and money.
With content reuse, your communications remain consistent, and you don’t waste valuable time and money creating and recreating content that already exists. Content is consistent from communications plan to news release, from HR policy to employee newsletter, from brochure to the web, keeping your communications on track.
Content reuse is supported by technology, and that technology should make it easy for your writers to reuse content. We can show you technology that seamlessly integrates into your Word writing environment.
Learn how we can make content reuse work for you! Visit booth 115 at the 2010 World Conference and register to win a comprehensive content reuse package—strategy, technology, and training.
Visit www.ContentReuseMadeSimple.com
Prescient Digital Media and Maverick Public Relations present Public Relations in a Social World
The advantages of using social media to promote companies and brands are plentiful, but the tools we increasingly rely on to spread our message can have a dark side. Today’s PR strategies must consider many new scenarios—including how to react when an issue takes on a life of its own online.
In this free-of-charge information session, Stephen Rouse of Maverick PR will discuss best practices for managing public relations in the social media era, and Julian Mills of Prescient Digital Media will lay out a realistic plan for developing and evolving your web assets. Both speakers will include real world case studies and examples in their discussions.
When: Tuesday, June 15, 2010 Time: 8:30 to 10 a.m. or 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Where: Prescient Digital’s Offices, 180 Bloor Street West, Suite 1102, Toronto
Light breakfast/refreshments will be served.
Seating is limited. For more info, contact jmills@prescientdigital.com
Register now
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