Village PR
Village PR is a public relations agency based in Ottawa (founded 2012).
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About Village PR
Village PR is a communications consultancy based in Ottawa, Canada, founded in 2012 by Heather Badenoch. The agency focuses primarily on serving non-profit organizations, charities, and social purpose enterprises, drawing on nearly two decades of experience in the non-profit, government, and high-tech sectors. Village PR was built to meet the specific communications needs of organizations that often operate with limited resources but require strategic, professional support to advance their missions.
Strategic Communications for Non-Profits and Charities
Village PR helps charities and non-profits build their capacity to communicate effectively with stakeholders, donors, and the public. The agency’s approach centers on creating clear, compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences while staying true to the organization's mission. Whether an organization is launching an awareness campaign, navigating a crisis, or seeking to strengthen its brand, Village PR provides tailored strategies that align with both short-term goals and long-term vision. The firm's work with clients such as the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, the Ottawa Mission, and Carefor demonstrates its commitment to supporting organizations that serve vulnerable populations and advance social good.
Core Services and Specialties
Village PR offers a range of services designed to help non-profits and charities improve their communications effectiveness. These services are grounded in strategic thinking and practical execution, with an emphasis on building internal capacity through training and workshops. Based on the agency's focus areas, typical services include:
- Communication strategy and planning
- Media relations and crisis communication
- Message development and storytelling
- Stakeholder and community engagement
- Social media strategy and management
- Communication audits and impact evaluation
- Media and presentation training workshops
- Advocacy and awareness campaign support
- Fundraising communications support
- Branding and message development
These services are delivered with a practical, hands-on approach that recognizes the resource constraints many non-profits face. Village PR places a strong emphasis on capacity building, ensuring that client teams gain skills and confidence to manage their own communications over time.
Local Roots and Community Engagement
Located in Ottawa, Canada, Village PR is deeply embedded in the local non-profit ecosystem. Heather Badenoch, the agency’s owner and chief strategist, is actively involved in the community as a board member of Volunteer Ottawa and the Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. She previously served as Vice President and Membership Chair of the Canadian Public Relations Society Ottawa-Gatineau chapter. This local involvement gives Village PR a nuanced understanding of the Ottawa charitable landscape and the specific communications challenges faced by organizations in the region. The agency’s work spans a variety of causes, including healthcare communications, environmental advocacy, disability advocacy, and equity in communications, reflecting a broad commitment to social impact.
Village PR is best suited for charities, non-profits, and social purpose organizations in Ottawa and across Canada that need strategic communications support but may not have the internal resources or expertise to develop and execute effective campaigns. The agency is also a strong fit for organizations preparing for a communications audit, crisis preparation, or seeking media training for their leadership. With its focus on practical, results-oriented support and a deep understanding of the non-profit sector, Village PR offers a valuable partnership for organizations looking to strengthen their voice and deepen their community engagement.
Key facts
- Team size: 1-10 employees
- Headquarters: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
- Address: Ottawa Ontario Canada
- SIC codes: 8742
Keywords & focus
Topics and areas Village PR works with.
- communications
- charities
- public relations
- social web
- public relations & communications services
- non-profit
- communication strategy
- media relations
- crisis communication
- storytelling
- training workshops
- communication audit
- strategic communications
- capacity building
- media training
- stakeholder engagement
- branding
- message development
- crisis preparation
- impact evaluation
- community engagement
- advocacy
- awareness campaigns
- social media strategy
- fundraising support
- client testimonials
- healthcare communications
- environmental advocacy
- disability advocacy
- equity in communications
- +26 more
Technologies
Gmail, Google Apps, reCAPTCHA, Bootstrap Framework, Mobile Friendly, WordPress.org
Industries served by Village PR
Village PR works with clients across 1 sectors. Whether you are a startup or an enterprise, they can support your PR and communications goals.
- public relations & communications
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Frequently asked questions about Village PR
Common questions and answers about Village PR, their services, location, and how to work with them.
- Where is Village PR located?
- Village PR is headquartered in Ottawa.
- What services does Village PR offer?
- Village PR offers media relations, communications strategy, and public relations. They help brands with public relations, media outreach, and strategic communications.
- What industries does Village PR serve?
- Village PR serves clients in public relations & communications. They work with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises across these sectors.
- Is Village PR a verified PR agency?
- Village PR is listed on Online PR. Verification status is shown on their profile.
- How can I contact Village PR?
- You can visit their website at http://www.villagepr.ca
- How many reviews does Village PR have?
- Village PR has 0 client reviews with an average rating of 0.0 out of 5.
- When was Village PR founded?
- Village PR was founded in 2012.
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