The Canadian Public Relations Society announces 12 new Accredited Members

TORONTO, Jan. 13, 2021 /CNW/ – The Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) has granted accredited status to 12 of its members, following their successful completion of the Society’s 2019-20 accreditation program.

“Congratulations are due to these  candidates for having successfully completed the Society’s year-long accreditation process, especially in light of the challenges presented by the global pandemic,” said Margaret Pearcy, APR LM, presiding officer, CPRS National Council on Accreditation. “To earn the highly valued, globally respected APR designation, each has demonstrated a high degree of strategic acumen and a strong commitment to practice ethically and according to the CPRS Code of Professional Standards.”

First granted in 1969 as a measurement of competence and personal achievement in the field of public relations, the APR designation is now an internationally recognized symbol of excellence in the industry.

To achieve accredited status, candidates undergo rigorous evaluation of their skills, experience and the strategic thinking necessary to practice public relations at the highest level. They must also demonstrate thorough understanding of the ethical practice of public relations and adhere to the CPRS Code of Professional Standards.

This year’s 12 new APRs will be recognized by their peers on the first day of Cultivate 2021, the CPRS National Conference to take place in Whistler, B.C., from September 12-14, 2021.

CPRS National congratulates the following members for earning their APR (Accredited in Public Relations):