The 2026 Silver Leaf Awards submission period is now open!

Hello IABC Canada Community,

We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Silver Leaf Awards submission period is now open!

If you’re a communications professional in Canada, this is your opportunity to shine and be recognized for your incredible work. The Silver Leaf Awards celebrate excellence in strategic communications across the country, offering national exposure and an opportunity to join the ranks of our country’s best and brightest communicators.

With 29+ categories spanning all areas of the profession—from media relations and internal comms to branding, DEI, and two categories about artificial intelligence—you can choose the area that best suits your work.

How to apply:

• Visit iabccanada.com to learn more and submit your entry. There, you’ll find all the guides you need to get started.
• Save money by applying ahead of our early-bird deadline on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST.
• The Silver Leaf Awards are open to all professional communicators in Canada. You don’t need to be a member to apply, but… There are special discounted rates for IABC members.

Whether you’re an experienced strategist or a rising star, the Silver Leaf Awards are your opportunity to be seen and celebrated across Canada.

➡️  Learn more and submit your entry or email us with any questions at iabcsilverleaf@gmail.com.

We can’t wait to celebrate the innovative, creative, and thoughtful work happening across our country—we hope to see your name among this year’s winners.

Sincerely,

Jaye Bowers and Kristin McVeigh
National Programs Directors
IABC Canada East Region and IABC Canada West Region