TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2016 /CNW/ - The Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) is pleased to introduce Canada's newest accredited public relations professionals. Twenty-one CPRS members from across Canada successfully completed the requirements to become accredited in public relations (APR) members of the Society in 2015. The newly accredited professionals will be recognized in front of industry peers and an international audience on the first day of the World PR Forum in Toronto, Ontario, May 29-31, 2016.
The accredited in public relations (APR) designation is a voluntary certification program for public relations professionals. It identifies practitioners who have depth of experience and competence in the professional practice of public relations. The program involves a rigorous evaluation of the skills needed to practice public relations and measures experience and strategic thinking. CPRS members must also demonstrate an understanding of the ethical practice of public relations and adhere to the CPRS Code of Professional Standards.
"The APR designation is a mark of professional achievement and the individuals who receive the APR have validated their expertise and knowledge with their peers," said Celia Sollows, APR, Presiding Officer of the CPRS National Council on Accreditation. "We are proud to have these great communicators join the growing ranks of accredited professionals who demonstrate a commitment to the ethical and expert practice of public relations in Canada."
The APR, the highest global professional standard of excellence in public relations, has been recognized around the world for more than 50 years. Once earned, the APR designation distinguishes professionals as leaders in the industry who are committed to the highest professional standards.
Members of the Canadian Public Relations Society who attained accreditation in 2015 are:
| Clay Adams, APR |
Elizabeth Anne Bak, APR |
Tracy Bell, APR |
| Eloi Courchesne, APR |
Chris Forrest, APR |
Ariane Gauthier, APR |
| Stacey Hunter, APR |
Kimberlee Jones, APR |
Nikki Luscombe, APR |
| Andrea MacLean, APR |
Patricia MacNeil, APR |
Kyle Marr, APR |
| Anne McInerney, APR |
Hélène Perrault, APR |
Vel Snoukphonh, APR |
| Tara Sprigg, APR |
Myrna Stark Leader, APR |
Christine Szustaczek, APR |
| Carrie Trembinski, APR |
Dan VanKeeken, APR |
Sarah Zimmerman, APR |
About CPRS
Founded in 1948, the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) is a not-for-profit organization whose members are engaged in the practice, management or teaching of public relations. Members work to maintain the highest standards and to share a uniquely Canadian experience in public relations. CPRS is a federation of over 1,800 members across 14 Member Societies based in major cities or organized province-wide.
SOURCE Canadian Public Relations Society
Image with caption: "Clay Adams, APR, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610189.jpg
Image with caption: "Elizabeth Anne Bak, APR, Equion Marketing Ltd. (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610195.jpg
Image with caption: "Tracy Bell, APR, Ambulance New Brunswick (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610219.jpg
Image with caption: "Eloi Courchesne, APR, Eloi Courchesne, Commun. et relations publiques (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610197.jpg
Image with caption: "Chris Forrest, APR, Adfarm (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610185.jpg
Image with caption: "Ariane Gauthier, APR, NATIONAL Public Relations (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610181.jpg
Image with caption: "Stacey Hunter, APR, Halton Region (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610213.jpg
Image with caption: "Kimberlee Jones, APR, KJM Marketing (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610201.jpg
Image with caption: "Nikki Luscombe, APR, TVO (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610207.jpg
Image with caption: "Andrea MacLean, APR, Bruyère Foundation (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610176.jpg
Image with caption: "Patricia MacNeil, APR, Provincial Health Services Authority (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610209.jpg
Image with caption: "Kyle Marr, APR, City of Calgary (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610203.jpg
Image with caption: "Anne McInerney, APR, Revolution Strategy (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610179.jpg
Image with caption: "Hélène Perrault, APR, Hydro-Québec Équipement et services partagés (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610199.jpg
Image with caption: "Vel Snoukphonh, APR, Hamilton Health Sciences (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610221.jpg
Image with caption: "Tara Sprigg, APR, City of Guelph (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610216.jpg
Image with caption: "Myrna Stark Leader, APR, City of Regina (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610205.jpg
Image with caption: "Christine Szustaczek, APR, Sheridan College (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610187.jpg
Image with caption: "Carrie Trembinski, APR, Revera Inc. (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610183.jpg
Image with caption: "Dan VanKeeken, APR, The King's University (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610193.jpg
Image with caption: "Sarah Zimmerman, APR, Northwest Community College (CNW Group/Canadian Public Relations Society)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20160201_C7394_PHOTO_EN_610211.jpg
Media Contact: Bryan Sparks, Communications Specialist, CPRS National, 416-239-7034, [email protected]
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