Laine Bodnar

Strategic Communications Professional

Canada

Laine Bodnar is a strategic communications expert with 15 years of experience working in diverse settings - corporate, agency and nonprofit. She specializes in creating and executing surround-sound communications programs, and has expertise in media relations, internal communications, corporate communications, event planning, digital and social media, measurement and project management. Laine has gained a thorough knowledge of the nuances associated with communications in the health, wellness, medical research and regenerative medicine spaces.

Laine completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Canada, and has earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Public Relations from Humber College in Toronto, Canada. Laine has obtained the Communication Management Professional (CMP) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications.

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Blog Posts

Signals blog
04/08/2025
Right Turn: Ethics in science communication

As a communication professional, I know firsthand that communication plays a vital role in shaping relationships between organizations and stakeholders. By upholding ethical standards, communication professionals can ensure transparency, trustworthiness and integrity on behalf of our employers.

Signals blog
10/31/2024
How to kickstart scicomm careers beyond academia

As a member of CCRM's Communications team, I am always keen to learn about the different ways that communication can bridge the knowledge gap between various stakeholders and complex scientific work and discoveries in regenerative medicine. Known as scientific communication (scicomm), this field provides rewarding careers for people with life sciences degrees.

Signals blog
10/20/2023
The social media shift: Where scientists and engineers connect today

In today's digital age, scientists and engineers are more interconnected than ever before, thanks to the power of social media. If you're a scientist or engineer working in the regenerative medicine field who's not yet using social media to engage with other professionals, these platforms can provide a huge untapped network for you to build and engage with.

Signals Blog
03/23/2023
Using ChatGPT for science communications

OpenAI's recent release of GPT-4 has made headlines in the last week. It is the latest version of the large language model that powers its popular artificial intelligence (AI) chat bot: ChatGPT. Passing the U.S. bar exam is one of its notable accomplishments.

Signals Blog
02/02/2023
Job postings and resume tips for STEM students

Although winter is still here and many university students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies are swamped with assignments and tests, now is the time to start on the hunt for a summer job in the field. In fact, many summer internships are already posted and job offers are being extended.

Signals Blog
04/23/2021
Science and financial communications meet in regenerative medicine

The regenerative medicine industry is growing at a break-neck pace. The Alliance for Regenerative Medicine (ARM) recently released its 2020 Annual Report. It provides us with some metrics to illustrate the boom that the field is experiencing. It paints an exciting picture of new products that are in development, in clinical trials and being approved by regulators.

Signals Blog
11/19/2020
Science communication tips for scientists from the COVID-19 pandemic

Science communication involves educating and informing the public about scientific research and facts in a way that resonates with them. With growing public interest in promising cell and gene therapies, those working in the field can expect that mastering science communication will become increasingly important.

Signals Blog
03/19/2020
Western Canada bolsters Canada's strength in regenerative medicine

Canada's strength in regenerative medicine (RM) and cell and gene therapies is a result of efforts that take place from sea to shining sea. Western Canada's growing RM community significantly increases Canada's competitiveness on the global playing field through its leading-edge research, advanced commercialization abilities, and excellent education and training programs. Prowess in research The region's renowned researchers aim to answer the important questions that will define the future of...

Signals Blog
01/24/2020
Fake news and science communication

In my role as Communications Specialist at CCRM, I often come across examples of science communication that would be considered best practice in the field. However, after finishing the best-selling book (Carreyrou, 2018), I was reminded that not all science communication is created equal.

Signals Blog
06/09/2017
Colour your way to better health with regenerative medicine

You may have heard of the adult colouring trend. In recent years, people have been reigniting their childhood passion of using markers, crayons and pencil crayons to "stay within the lines" while bringing colouring books and sheets to life. In response to this trend, a new industry of adult-oriented colouring books has emerged.

Annual Reports

Articles

Life Sciences Ontario (LSO)
12/02/2024
2024 Success Stories Booklet - CCRM Article

LSO uses its annual Success Stories booklet to highlight innovative research, economic impact and member achievements, specifically for advocacy at Queen's Park Day. Drafted and submitted the contribution from CCRM.

Marketing Materials

News Releases

Communications Awards

Royal Canadian Institute for Science
01/29/2026
2025 William Edmond Logan Award: CCRM

RCIScience presented the 2025 William Edmond Logan Award for excellence in science communication to CCRM, recognizing the impact of its podcast and Signals blog. Prepared and complied submission and work samples for consideration by the judges.

Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) - National
09/24/2021
2021 CPRS Awards of Excellence

In the 2021 Awards of Excellence's "Employee Engagement / Internal Communications Campaign of the Year" category, CCRM received COVID Bronze for its "Supporting revolutionary health care with employee communications during the COVID-19 pandemic" campaign. As a member of the Communications team at CCRM, I supported the execution of the campaign. Developed and managed submission for review by CPRS.

Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) - Toronto
06/15/2021
2021 CPRS Achieving Communications Excellence (ACE) Awards: CCRM

In the 2021 ACE Awards' "Employee Engagement / Internal Communications Campaign of the Year, COVID-related" category, CCRM received Silver for its "Employee communications during COVID-19" campaign. As a member of the Communications team at CCRM, I supported the execution of the campaign. Developed and managed submission for review by CPRS.

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Toronto
05/26/2011
2011 IABC/Toronto OVATION Awards - Excellence Award

Winner of the 2011 IABC/Toronto OVATION Awards - Excellence Award in the Media Relations 100K and up category for the "Always Plugged Into My Diabetes Care: Bayer CONTOUR USB Launch" campaign.

Prepared Award Submissions