IABC recognizes excellence in organizational communications at the international, national and chapter levels. We honour the outstanding communications work of individuals and teams and celebrate best practices that advance the profession with the Wave Awards (BC chapter awards).
At IABC/BC, we applaud those who inspire, lead and generously give their time and expertise.
The Wave Awards are IABC/BC’s signature awards program, celebrating the people behind the great work in our chapter.
Are you a superstar communicator who has demonstrated excellence in your communications role? A dedicated IABC/BC who contributed their time, skills and knowledge to the Association? A post-secondary student who displays excellence and is a rising star?
Now’s the time to apply for a 2025 Wave Award! The deadline to submit an application has been extended to March 23, 2025.
Questions? Contact awards (at) iabc.bc.ca
Workplace Achievement Awards
Making Waves Award
A new superstar communicator on your team with 6 years or less in the profession who demonstrates skill above their level of experience and who has a bright future.
Submit a nomination for the Making Waves Award
Lighthouse Award
A senior communicator with 7 years or more in the profession whose experience, accomplishments or projects have made them a trusted leader in their organization and a role model.
Submit a nomination for the Lighthouse Award
IABC/BC Volunteering Awards
New Navigator Award
A communicator who is a dedicated volunteer with IABC/BC for 1 to 5 years, making major contributions, creating benefits for members, sharing time and knowledge.
Submit a nomination for the New Navigator Award
Long Beach Award
A communicator with a long history as an IABC/BC volunteer, making significant, creative contributions to the chapter for more than 5 years.
Submit a nomination for the Long Beach Award
Student Award
SAIL Award (Student Advancing in Learning)
A post-secondary student in communication, marketing or public relations studies who demonstrates excellence, collaborates well and shows promise. The winner of the SAIL Award will receive a $750 bursary to continue their studies, thanks to our sponsor Simon Fraser University.
