IR Leader
February 18, 2025

Each year, CIRI recognizes investor relations professionals who make a significant contribution to the practice of investor relations. These individuals are nominated by you – their peers. As a member of the IR community and CIRI, we ask you to consider nominating an IRO whose program, initiatives or leadership you admire or find inspiring and warrants recognition. You can also self-nominate.

CIRI’s Fellowship Award is the highest distinction for investor relations professionals in Canada. Fellows have made significant contributions to the advancement of the investor relations profession and CIRI throughout their careers. This prestigious, honourary designation recognizes CIRI members who, by their achievements, bring distinction to the profession and serve as role models for others. Click here to access the Nomination Form. 

CIRI's Award for Excellence in Investor Relations honours individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the investor relations profession and to CIRIClick here to access the Nomination Form.

Winners will be announced during the 2025 Annual Conference in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, June 18-20. Click here to register for the Conference. Register before February 28 to take advantage of early bird pricing and save $300.

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