IABC Canada’s annual Silver Leaf Awards stand as the country’s premier recognition program for excellence in business communication. They shine a national spotlight on the work of communicators across every discipline—celebrating strategic thinking, creative execution, and meaningful impact.
Across Canada, communication professionals are making a measurable difference in the organizations they serve. The Silver Leaf Awards honour that dedication, recognizing the talent, expertise, and commitment behind the work that advances our profession and elevates best practices in communications and public relations.
2025 Award Recipients
We’re proud to note that Edmonton-based communicators have been honoured among the Silver Leaf Awards recipients, reflecting the strength and innovation in our local community.
| Award | Category | Recipent | Company/Organization | Team | Project |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Award of Excellence | Creative Design | Rory O’Neill | FKA | Waste Free Edmonton, FKA | Leaf Fans |
| Award of Excellence | Social Media | Adam Rozenhart | Adverb Communications Inc. | Tyler Butler, Remi Baker, Erika Stark | Ian Paterson TikTok Videos |
| Award of Excellence | Social Media | Adam Rozenhart | Adverb Communications Inc. | Madison McKee, Paige Simpson, Remi Baker, Jackie Macdonald, Andrea Hirji, Erika Stark | Student Life Social Media Content |
| Award of Merit | Social Media | Rory O’Neill | FKA | Waste Free Edmonton, FKA | Leaf Fans |
| Award of Merit | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Michelle Lean | pipikwan pêHtâKwan | Presley Mills, Matt Ward, Gela Cabrera Loa, Melaina Goos, Rae Anne Harper | Space for Reconciliation Mural |
| Award of Merit | Nonprofit Sector Communication | Rory O’Neill | FKA | Alberta Cancer Foundation, FKA | Community Philanthropy Campaign |
| Award of Merit | Digital Communication | Don Wood | Alberta Energy Regulator | Lauren Stewart, Shelley Barter, Jennifer Senk, Roshanak Iravani, Matilde Sanchez-Turri, Sheridan McVean, Don Wood | AER/AGS Website Refresh Project |
| Award of Merit | Creative Design | Adam Rozenhart | Adverb Communications Inc. | Tyler Butler, Andrea Hirji, Jackie MacDonald, Remi Baker, Madison Mckee | Gay Games Logo |
To see the full list of winners—from Edmonton and across the country—visit IABC Canada’s website.
Questions?
To learn more about the Silver Leaf Awards—including categories, judging criteria, and key dates—visit iabccanada.ca/awards/silver-leaf. You’ll find everything you need to prepare your submission and stay informed about when entries open.
It’s your chance to showcase your work on a national stage and engage with the standards that shape excellence in our profession!