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PAAC BC and PAAC AB Present: Designation Drivers: A discussion of professional accreditation for the Public Affairs profession

When
December 15, 2021
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (PST)
Location
Online Only
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PAAC BC and PAAC AB Present: Designation Drivers: A discussion of professional accreditation for the Public Affairs profession

PAAC and the Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC) have been discussing a potential professional accreditation / designation program for public affairs professionals. This fall, members from both organizations were invited to share their views in a national survey, administered by Innovative Research.

Do you think government relations should have an accreditation or designation program? PAAC BC and PAAC AB invite you to join us for an interactive online lunch-and-learn session to hear more about the potential impact on the industry, and the benefits, challenges and process for establishing a designation program.

This will be a valuable opportunity to influence any potential program considered by PAAC and GRIC. Greg Lyle, President of Innovative Research and John Capobianco, Past President of PAAC, will share insights from the joint member survey, then we will break into discussion groups to gather your perspectives, concerns, and ideas.

As PAAC members and public affairs professionals, help us ensure any proposed program is shaped by your objectives and your needs.

When:

Wednesday, December 15, 2021
11:30 am -12:30 pm (PST) | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (MST)

Speakers:

John Capobianco, Past President, PAAC and Senior Vice President & Senior Partner, National Practice Lead, Public Affairs, FleishmanHillard HighRoad
Greg Lyle, President, Innovative Research Group
You! (in interactive breakout sessions)

Cost:

Free for PAAC members (open to PAAC members only)

Who is Public Affairs Association of Canada?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC) is a national, not-for-profit organization founded in 1984. Our principal objective is to help public affairs professionals succeed in their work by providing them with forums for professional development, the exchange of new ideas and networking.

PAAC’s growing membership represents a cross-section of the many disciplines involved in public affairs including policy development, government relations, lobbying, communications, opinion research and public relations. Our members come from both the private and public sectors, in areas such as industrial and financial companies, crown corporations, consulting firms, small business, ministries and municipalities, PR organizations, trade associations, educational institutions, law and accounting firms.

Why Join PAAC?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada is the leading forum for representing lobbyists’ concerns to all levels of government in Canada. We actively engage lobbyist regulators in discussion about the rules and regulations governing lobbyist registration and reporting requirements in Canada. The PAAC has presented to various government committee’s on proposed changes to lobbying law at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. In addition, the PAAC hosts conferences, conducts media interviews and submits opinion editorials all in an effort to position lobbying as a key and valuable component of the public policy process.

About Public Affairs

The public affairs field is notoriously fast changing and competitive. PAAC offers a range of professional development programs and networking opportunities to help members stay on top of industry issues and trends.

Our members come from both the private and public sectors and range from self-employed consultants to government professionals and corporate CEOs. This diversity is the cornerstone of PAAC, ensuring a wide scope of ideas, expertise and opportunities that benefit members and their businesses. We urge you to explore our website at www.publicaffairs.ca and find out more about what PAAC can do for you.