CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau Launches New Mentorship Program – A Professional Springboard for PR Professionals

October 18, 2025

CPRS has been actively listening to the needs of our diverse membership, and we're excited to announce our new six-mentee pilot mentorship program. This program is ideal for early to mid-career communications professionals and recent graduates seeking practical, career-forward support and measurable progress.

This initiative is a direct response to member feedback, as many feel they lack the necessary skills to either begin or pivot their careers, which is particularly challenging in today's environment.

If this sounds like you, apply so we can match you with a mentor whose experience aligns with your goals.

What to expect

Over three months you and your mentor will set a clear primary goal and use a structured goal-tracking template to turn conversations into action; each meeting will end with measurable next steps, deadlines, and a short note so progress is visible and accountable.

How matching works

When you apply we will use the information you provide about career stage, skills you want to develop, and the type of guidance you seek to pair you with a mentor who best suits your professional trajectory.

Why join?

You will gain tailored advice, practical skill building, and a wider professional network.

Follow the link to the Mentee Application Form and complete the form in full so we can match you effectively.

Interested in becoming a Mentor? We'd love to hear from you, send us an email - info@cprsottawa.ca.

CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau Announces the New 2025–2026 Board of Directors

September 1, 2025

On June 5, 2025, at the Annual General Meeting, CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau members elected the 2025–2026 Board of Directors:

• Nadine James, President - Seasoned bilingual communications professional and serves as President of CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau.
• Elizabeth Binette, Vice-President – With extensive communications and PR experience, Elizabeth continues her leadership in a second term as Vice-President.
• Afia Drah, Member – Brings a strong international PR background with a global perspective on communications.
• Courtny Vaz, Member – Offers a wealth of media relations expertise and a decade of experience in healthcare communications.
• Hana Sabah, Member – A journalist at heart, Hana contributes sharp storytelling and editorial insight.
• Victoria Vail, Member – A social media powerhouse, known for building engagement and community in the digital space.
• Stephen McGill, Member – A leader in advertising and marketing with a long record of success, founding partner at McGill Buckley.  

This diverse group brings experience, enthusiasm, and a commitment to serving CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau members through a dynamic lineup of events and programs tailored to PR and communications professionals.  
 

Introducing your 2024/2025 Canadian Public Relations Society Ottawa-Gatineau Chapter, Board of Directors

June 27, 2024

At the Annual General Meeting of the CPRS Ottawa-Gatineau, the following Board of Directors were elected by CPRS members in attendance:

• Nadine James, President
• Elizabeth Binette, Vice-President
• Sandrine Perion, President-elect
• Catherine Hansen, Member
• Keelan Green, Treasurer;
• Angie D’Aoust, Member
• Stephen McGill, Member
• Joëlle Benoit, Internal Communications Coordinator