Membership Eligibility

Applications for HPCA membership are welcome if you provide communications services to the business community and meet the following three requirements:

  • You are self-employed, represent a partnership, or represent a company of no more than six employees.
  • You operate your business in Halton, Peel or neighbouring communities.
  • Your skills match one of the following areas of expertise:
    • Broadcast Communications
    • Business Communications
    • Investor Relations
    • Journalism
    • Marketing
    • New & Social Media
    • Not for Profit Communications
    • Organizational Communications
    • Public Relations
    • Translation
    • Visual Arts
    • Writing

Ready to Join? Download a PDF version of our membership application.
Complete the form and send it with your cheque to the address on the form.

Not sure? Read all about the benefits of HPCA membership.

Questions? Drop us a line. E-mail the association.

Find a Communicator

Search the Membership Directory. An abundance of creative talent is available at your fingertips.

Use the HPCA Job/Projects Board. Finding the right communications professional has never been easier! Please see detailed instructions below.

Job Postings

Reach the most qualified HPCA candidates by posting your full-time, part-time or contract work requirements on the HPCA Job/Projects Board. Click here to post & contact HPCA members.

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