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October 2023
Go beyond ‘rainbow-washing’ to create an inclusive organization year-round
Thursday, October 12, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. via Zoom This joint PIC-IABC/Toronto event is for anyone who wants to take real action to support the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities for International Coming Out Day (October 11), Pride Month and beyond. Raising a rainbow flag during Pride Month is not enough. Luis Augusto Nobre (he/him), Senior Communications Coordinator, and Hanna Haddad (he/him), Business Development Coordinator, both from Pride at Work Canada / Fierté au travail Canada, will share research, business cases and…
Find out more »RECORDING: Go beyond ‘rainbow-washing’ to create an inclusive organization year round
Recorded on October 12, 2023 This joint PIC-IABC/Toronto event is for anyone who wants to take real action to support the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities for International Coming Out Day (October 11), Pride Month and beyond. Raising a rainbow flag during Pride Month is not enough. Luis Augusto Nobre (he/him), Senior Communications Coordinator, and Hanna Haddad (he/him), Business Development Coordinator, both from Pride at Work Canada / Fierté au travail Canada, share research, business cases and best practices. Fees: $15: IABC member rate ($16.95 with…
Find out more »November 2023
Tools of the trade: A crowdsourcing session for indie communicators
Tuesday, November 7, 2023, 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Zoom Have you ever wondered what tools other indie communicators use to do their work? Do they create graphics with Canva, get ideas from ChatGPT, keep information on Evernote? Join us at this interactive session on Zoom and find out! Learn the secret weapons of your fellow indie communicators and share your own recommendations. We'll crowdsource your favourites across these categories: • Professional services (lawyer, accountant, insurance, banking, coaching, etc.) •…
Find out more »January 2024
GCCC info session
Thursday, January 11, 6:30 p.m. EST / 4:30 p.m. MT Are you considering getting certified this year? Join us for a discussion on GCCC Certification Programs, hear from certified peers and get your questions answered on Communication Management Professional (CMP) and Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP) certifications. Speakers: • Sharon Hunter - Chair, Global Communication Certification Council • Yasmine El Shefai, SCMP - VP, Volunteers and Mentorship, IABC/Toronto • Caroline Lule, CMP - Director, Professional Standards, IABC/Calgary REGISTER…
Find out more »Empowering Communicators: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome on the Career Climb
Wednesday, January 17, noon to 1 p.m. ET on zoom Join Ali Ryan, CEO Cultr Creative for IABC/Toronto's first Professional Development (PD) webinar of 2024. As communicators, we often grapple with the pervasive feeling of Imposter Syndrome as we climb the career ladder. We are faced with feelings of self-doubt and questioning our readiness for senior roles. This PD session is designed to confront these concerns directly, offering practical strategies to empower communicators, enhance confidence, and flourish in leadership positions.…
Find out more »PIC Presents – Becoming a Unicorn: how to make yourself a category of one
Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Zoom Join us on Tuesday, January 30 for a masterclass on positioning with brand and story coach Greg Monaco of Fearless Brands. Greg helps people tell magnetic stories so they can attract the work they love. Greg will reveal a simple template to help you turn yourself into a "category of one" so you can get known and recognized for something special. • Discover what makes you a one-of-a-kind • Get known…
Find out more »March 2024
IABC/Toronto’s 2023 Communicator of the Year (COTY)
Celebrate Fennella Bruce: IABC/Toronto's Communicator of the Year for 2023 Friday, March 1, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. EST Join IABC/Toronto as we honour 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 and experience with a national audience is a powerful tool against anti-black racism in Canada. IABC/Toronto applauds her for her continuous…
Find out more »Time, Money, and Tech
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. ET Every business battles these age-old foes—so how do we get better at overcoming them? Today’s research reveals a new entrant in the mix, capable of conquering these barriers: communicators. With their rising strategic influence over a business’ bottom line, communicators are key to reshaping work as we know it. Join us for an interactive breakfast with VP of Employee Experience & Communication, Chris Lee at Gallagher and Director of People &…
Find out more »PIC Presents – The art of business development: Proven strategies for indie communicators
Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Zoom 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 will share their tips and tricks for building, growing, and maintaining a thriving freelance communications practice. Learn how to get comfortable asking for more business, unlikely places to find new clients, how to find more of your dream clients,…
Find out more »How to build a memorable and engaging personal brand on LinkedIn
Wednesday, March 27, 12 to 1 p.m. ET on zoom Join Sabita Singh, President of Trivetta Consulting Inc. as she shares her tips for building a memorable and engaging personal brand on LinkedIn. An international IABC award winner, Sabita is known for writing all-star LinkedIn profiles that have led to improved visibility. With a client roster including Deloitte, PwC, Meridian Credit Union and Diabetes Canada over 250 profiles for leaders under her belt, Sabita provides coaching to her clients on…
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