NOW’s election work has been singled out for recognition again, this time in the 2012 international Reed Awards, sponsored by Campaigns & Elections magazine. The Reed Awards are selected by a panel of expert judges.
The Greg Selinger/Manitoba NDP 2011 campaign has been chosen as a finalist with 5 other campaigns around the world for Best International Campaign. The TV spot “Christy Crunch”, created for the BC NDP, is also a finalist for best TV spot outside of the USA.
Shifting ten percent of your spending is a small ask with a big payoff: thriving local economies and stronger communities.
CUPE BC has been talking about the shift for a while. But this new website is helping give the campaign a big relaunch! It’s packed with great reasons to make the shift and suggestions of easy ways to start. The design is clean and friendly. Plus we’re pretty excited about the feature that lets you add your favourite local businesses for others to find, enjoy and support.
If travel is taking you to Europe or the Middle East this fall, you’d do well to stop in at Istanbul for the 2011 IAPC World Conference in late November. The International Association of Political Consultants brings together political campaign experts, analysts and journalists to discuss the hottest issues of political life.
This year’s agenda promises a compelling conference covering the Arab Spring and its future; the role of religion, ethnicity and culture as catalysts for change; the ways that youth, demographics and social networking are propelling the revolution; and the likelihood that true democracy will prevail as the Arab Spring begins to wane.
The Istanbul conference will also look at elections around the world and techniques and strategies that are impacting their outcome.
IAPC is always thought-provoking and informed – a highlight in our calendar. We hope to see you there!
It’s that time again. Families across Canada have pulled out the backpacks and lunch bags. They’re getting back in the swing of things with schedules and supplies. They’re thinking about what each child will need to succeed.
At NOW, we’re thinking back to school, too — helping teachers tell the story of what’s happening in their classrooms and how it affects students.
Many members of our NOW Communications team knew Jack – as a client, as a superb political communicator, but above all as our leader.
The first thing that struck us about Jack was the incredible discipline he brought to every interaction he was part of. From our first meeting, we knew this was someone who was determined to get results – big results. From the inner circle of election campaigns to the wider progressive community, Jack demanded the best from everyone, including himself. He left no stone unturned and put everything on the table in the tireless pursuit of better ways to connect with Canadians and promote progressive values. It was thrilling to work with him and his team as he crafted a renewed federal NDP.
Part of our work with Jack over three elections involved shooting photography and film of him interacting with people. The most persuasive leaders we know share a genuine delight in talking to ordinary people. Jack had that spark for people. Whether on a set with a full film crew buzzing around him, or a small photo shoot with our own kids at a nearby hall, he lit up talking to people about what was going on in Canada.
The inheritance Jack leaves his family and all Canadians is a rich one – rich with hope and a vision for a better world. With Jack we moved from the conscience of Canada’s political life into the heart of Canadian values.
We always felt he delivered his most stirring message with: “Don’t let them tell you it can’t be done.” It was Jack to the core.
Take a close look at our team photo – and let us know if you can spot the new faces. We’ve expanded our staff in Vancouver and Halifax to better serve our clients. Skana Gee leads up Client Services at NOW Halifax, bringing a wealth of experience in public affairs journalism, film & TV publicity and project management to our clients. And Daniella Reid has joined the Vancouver team as Administrative Assistant, with a background in marketing and client service. As we suspected, her meticulous attention to detail leaves no stone unturned in our ad trafficking and production records. We’re very lucky to have both of these talented women as part of our team.
We’re thrilled to be an official nominee as an Innovative Workplace as part of YWCA Vancouver’s Women of Distinction Awards. At NOW we’ve done a lot to accommodate women and families at work, and it’s great to be recognized for those efforts. For our part, making work manageable for women and their families just seems like the right thing to do. After all, life is short, and work should be fun.
You can see the full list of nominees here, and check out the auspicious company we’ve landed in, with UBC, McCarthy Tetrault LLP, PwC, and Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers.
Ambulance paramedics are a critical public service in BC. And CUPE 873 — BC’s Ambulance Paramedics will always work to keep it that way.
Ambulance Paramedics Protecting Critical Emergency Services in BC
CUPE 873 members tell their story and demonstrate their commitment to providing crisis response, reliable service, expert care, and commitment to patients in this broad spectrum campaign which included print ads in commuter papers, radio ads province-wide and online ads with community media websites.
Ambulance Paramedics Protecting Critical Emergency Services in BC
Print ads in commuter papers, radio ads province-wide and online ads with community media websites use arresting visuals and a message that connects with families to talk about what’s at stake for the public.
The ads point to an online video where six CUPE 873 members tell their story and demonstrate their commitment to providing crisis response, reliable service, expert care, and commitment to patients.
It’s an awareness campaign aimed at keeping ambulance services a public service throughout BC.
