The Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) Welcomes Five New Members to the College of Fellows

January 26, 2011

The Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) is pleased to announce five new members to the College of Fellows. The newly appointed Fellows will be honoured at the College of Fellows Luncheon during the Canadian Public Relations Conference, which will be held from June 5-7 in Saint John, News Brunswick. The 2011 Fellows are:

Charlene Gaudet APR, Ottawa-Gatineau
Judi Gunter APR, Calgary
Joanne Mysak APR, Saskatoon
Sandra Thornton APR, Edmonton
James Toccacelli APR, Toronto

"The Board of Directors heartily embraces the new Fellows," said Pierrette Leonard APR, FCPRS, National President, CPRS. "These members have made significant contributions to the public relations and communications profession over the years and this is our opportunity to thank them."

Established in 2000, the College of Fellows recognizes CPRS members who are proven leaders in public relations and communications and in their communities. There are currently 72 members in the College of Fellows, including this year's appointments, and 21 Honorary Fellows. Fellows are appointed on the recommendation of the College's Selection Committee.

"We are delighted to welcome the new Fellows into the College, which demands its members to have exemplary professional qualities," added Bart Mindszenthy APR, FCPRS, Presiding Officer, CPRS College of Fellows. "The Fellows will join their peers who work to advance the state of public relations and communications in Canada through exceptional leadership in the field."

To qualify for Fellowship status, a member must have 20 years experience practicing public relations/communications, be a CPRS member for at least 10 years, and obtained their accreditation in public relations (APR). The member must also be recognized as having brought a significant contribution to the profession and to the Canadian Public Relations Society.

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 and communications. Members work to maintain the highest standards and share a uniquely Canadian experience in public relations. CPRS is a federation of over 1,800 members across 16 Member Societies based in major cities or organized province-wide. For more information, visit our website: www.cprs.ca.


For more information contact:
Wattshala Chantha
Communications Coordinator
Phone: 4162397034

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