The Canadian Investor Relations Institute (CIRI) announced the five recipients of the 2026 CIRI Fellows designation at its 39th Annual Conference held on June 18, 2026, in Saint-Sauveur, Quebec. This honourary title is the highest distinction for investor relations professionals in Canada.
Recipients of the 2026 CIRI Fellows
The 2026 CIRI Fellows are Lynette Gould, Karen Keyes, Roy MacDonald, Curtis Pelletier, and Berk Sumen. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional contributions to the advancement of the investor relations profession and to CIRI throughout their careers. The designation recognizes CIRI members who bring distinction to the profession and serve as role models for others.
Significance of the F.CIRI Designation
Nathalie Megann, CPIR, President and Chief Executive Officer of CIRI, congratulated the recipients, stating: “Congratulations Lynette, Karen, Roy, Curtis and Berk on earning the prestigious F.CIRI designation – the highest honour in investor relations. Your dedication to strategic communications, building corporate trust and support of our profession has set the standard for excellence in investor relations. We are proud to celebrate this career milestone with you and thank you for strengthening our important community.”
About the Canadian Investor Relations Institute
CIRI is a professional, not-for-profit association of executives responsible for communication between public corporations, investors, and the financial community. The organization contributes to the transparency and integrity of the Canadian capital markets by advancing the practice of investor relations, the professional competency of its members, and the stature of the profession. With over 300 members and four Chapters across Canada, CIRI serves as the voice of investor relations in the country. Further information is available at www.ciri.org.
Media Contact
For further information, please contact Nathalie Megann, CPIR, ICD.D, President and CEO of the Canadian Investor Relations Institute, at nmegann@ciri.org. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at the provided GlobeNewswire link.
