Canadian Business Press (CBP) was established in 1920 and incorporated as a not-for-profit association in 1981 to represent the interests of the Canadian business, professional and farm press. Over 170 business publications, produced by three large, but mainly medium-sized and small companies from across the country, benefit from its services. All Canadian business publications, members or not, receive periodic bulletins on important issues from the association. Many suppliers to the industry support the association through associate membership and participation on committees. Mandate and Commitments The CBP's mandate is to foster better
communication among members of the business publishing industry in
Canada, encourage fair practices and co-operation between
government and the private sector, and utilize the unique talents
of its committee members to promote the success and visibility of
the business press in Canada. Association standing committees
include: Communications, Education/Seminars, Internet/e-commerce,
Legislative Affairs, Membership, Nominations, Postal
Affairs/Distribution, Research, Special Events and Supplier
Relations. Activities The organization works to promote the business press as a medium for advertising and as a prime source of information for and about Canadian business, industry, the professions and government. The CBP offers professional development through the annual Magazines University and provides information services, such as special bulletins on postal and legislative affairs, by e-mail and broadcast fax. A website keeps members informed about CBP activities, career opportunities, association resources, provides a catalogue of member publications and features a forum for discussion of industry issues. Press passes are issued to editors, and excellence in writing and graphic design are recognized through the annual Kenneth R. Wilson Awards program. Two social events, a golf tournament and a networking evening featuring a Trivial PursuitŪ Challenge, are held annually. |