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January 26, 2017 In This Issue
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Pembina Valley Chapter - Issues in the Workplace - What Employers Need to Know - February 15

Join the Pembina Valley Chapter for this informative workshop and hear from an array of legal professionals on your obligations as an HR professional or employer relating to a variety of issues that occur in the workplace.

Time: 7:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Days Inn Conference Centre, Winkler
Cost: Students - $75 + GST; Members - $125 + GST; Non-members - $150 + GST

For more information or to register, click here


Executive Breakfast Series - February 28
presented by AON Hewitt

Topic: Human Resources - A Corporate Barometer (not a canary)

Time: 7:30 - 9:00am
Location: Manitoba Club, 194 Broadway
Cost: Members - $50; Non-members - $60

For more information or to register, click here


Westman Chapter - Transgender and Gender Diverse Inclusive Workplaces - March 1

In partnership with the Rainbow Resource Centre (RRC) we bring you a full day workshop on policies and practices relating to gender identity issues in the workplace.

Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location: Victoria Inn, Brandon
Cost: Members - $250 + GST; Non-members - $300 + GST

For more information or to register, click here


Implementing a Successful Learning & Development Program - March 8

This half-day workshop will focus on implementing a successful learning & development program including best practices and common mistakes/misunderstandings made when integrating a Learning & Development function.

A facilitated group discussion will take place as well as a panel of HR executives sharing what they are looking for from their Learning & Development team.

Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Holiday Inn Winnipeg South, Winnipeg
Cost: Members - $150 + GST, Non-members - $199 + GST

For more information or to register, click here

Performing Under Pressure - Emotional Intelligence - April 6 & 7

This program will teach you the foundational principles and brain science of emotional intelligence. You will learn how to be at your best in your most difficult moments.

For more information or to register, click here

HR Excellence Awards - April 20
presented by Ultimate Software

2017 will mark the 15th anniversary of our most prestigious event, the HR Excellence Awards. The evening showcases outstanding achievements in HR throughout Manitoba through individual and organizational awards. This is truly a can't miss event!

For more information or to purchase tickets, click here

2017 Legislative Review - May 3
presented by MLT Aikins LLP

Presenters will cover a wide range of topics related to employment legislation and changes that have occurred in the past 12 months.

For more information or to register, click here



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At HRMAM, we are committed to building the strategic capability and organizational impact of HR practitioners, and providing value to our members.

To further support the Continued Professional Development needs of our growing population of Certified Human Resources Professionals (CHRPs), and in recognition of the quality of some of the HR professional development programs offered throughout Manitoba, we are proud to introduce the HRMAM Accreditation Program.
 

The Validation of Professional Experience is a formal step in completing the process to become a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) for all routes to the designation. 

There are three VPE intakes per year. The next submission deadline is May 15, 2017.

Have questions about preparing your VPE submission? Attend one of our upcoming information sessions!

Upcoming VPE Information Sessions
Winnipeg - April 4 - 5:30pm
Winnipeg - April 6 - 12:00pm
Pembina Valley - April 7 - 1:00pm
Westman - April 13 - 1:00pm
To register for one of the above listed VPE information sessions, click here

 For more information on the VPE requirement, click here


 

Continuing Professional Development signifies continued mastery of the CPHR Competency Framework and is a requirement to  maintain the CPHR designation. CPHRs are required to report a minimum of 100 hours of professional development activity over each rolling three year period and a minimum of 20 hours each year.  

All CPHR members must have all activities entered into their online log by May 31, 2017 for the period of June 1, 2014 - May 31, 2017.

Have questions about completing your log? Attend one of our upcoming information sessions! 

Upcoming CPD Information Sessions
Winnipeg - April 4 - 12:00pm
Winnipeg - April 6 - 5:00pm
Pembina Valley - April 7 - 11:30am
Westman - April 13 - 11:30am
To register for one of the above listed CPD information sessions, click here

 For more information on the CPD requirement, click here


 

The NKE is an academic exam that is a requirement for many pursuing the CPHR designation and assesses one's knowledge of the Competency Framework. The exam is only offered twice per year, in June and November annually.  

Date: June 3, 2017
Time: 9:00am - 12:15pm
Locations: Winnipeg, Brandon 
Registration Deadline: April 4, 2017

Register Here
Must be logged in to your member profile to view registration page

More information on becoming a CPHR


 

In-person Prep Course

HRMAM offers an in-person prep course in partnership with the British Columbia Human Resource Management Association.

This course is designed to help participants consolidate the knowledge they already have and - more importantly - identify where they need to focus additional studying in order to be successful in completing this multiple-choice assessment.

Dates: March 4 & 5, 2017
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre Fort Garry, Winnipeg
Cost: Members - $400 + GST, Non-members - $460 + GST
Registation Deadline: February 24, 2017

To register or learn more, click here

Online Prep Course

HRMAM partners with Captus Press Inc. to offer an online prep course option for the NKE.

To register or learn more, click here


 
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Member Matters

We have two copies of Les Dakens' book, The Real Deal on People: Straight Talk on How the CHRO Creates Business Value to give away! 

If interested, please contact Lindsey Barnett at lkruschel@hrmam.org 


 

The Federal Government is considering implementing a tax on health and dental benefit plans. This tax may result in changes to employer paid benefits and affect employees. 

If you wish to express your opinion on this initiative visit http://donttaxmyhealthbenefits.ca


 

We are currently seeking article submissions for our Spring 2017 issue of HRmatters, the bi-annual magazine of HRMAM. The theme of this issue if "Driving Business Excellence". As we celebrate the HR Excellence Awards in April 2017 and promote the launch of our new designation name, CPHR, the role HR plays in driving business excellence should be recognized and celebrated.

Articles published in HRmatters are eligible for CHRP Continuing Professional Development hours.

Deadline for submissions is March 3, 2017

Click here for more information about submitting an article
Click here to review our Writers' Guidelines


 

We are currently accepting proposals for concurrent session speakers at the upcoming HRMAM HR & Leadership Conference, Leverage HR. We are seeking a variety of topics, all of which are outlined in the Speaker Proposal Guidelines document.  

Speaker Proposal Guidelines
Submit a Proposal Online 

Proposal deadline: February 24, 2017


 

Is your organization attractive to all sources of talent?

Not only does a diverse and inclusive workplace increase creativity and innovation, it fosters teamwork and higher levels of performance! Join ICTC & New Flyer Industries for a free workshop on January 31 to network and learn about a new D& I resource - visit http://www.ictc-ctic.ca to learn more!  

This product is funded by Status of Women Canada 


 

The Asper School of Business Co-operative Education Program is currently seeking employers who wish to hire business students for Summer 2017 placements (May - August 2017). Why should you hire a Co-op student?

  • Access to top talent ahead of the game 
  • Increase campus presence and build your brand amongst Asper's students 
  • Co-op Students Hiring Incentive
  • The rewards are endless!

For summer 2017 Co-op placements, please submit a posting to the Co-op office online by February 6, 2017 via the Career Portal

More information can be found on the Co-operative Education Program website here

Questions? Email aspercoop@umanitoba.ca


 

The Living Library is an event put on by the Asper Career Development Centre that provides students with an opportunity to engage in conversation with Business professionals about careers in their field. A collection of guests - "human books" can be "borrowed" for up to 20 minutes to get as much information from you as possible. Free flowing conversation designed to de-mystify types of careers and industries is the goal, providing insight into the endless possibilities that exist in the world of work. 

Contact Asper_CDC@umanitoba.ca if you or a colleague are interested in participating.


 

Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters annual conference is coming up on March 21, 2017. Register by January 22 to receive $100 off your registration and be entered in to a draw to win a Jets Prize Package valued at $1,400!

For more information or to register, click here


 
HRMAM is proud to be a FRIEND of the Games and we encourage all our members to become involved!
 
In the news...
In a recent study conducted by Moreau Shepell a correlation was found between large scale organizational change and increased sick leave taken by employees. Read More Here
 
Employment lawyer, Brian Silva, explains the result of a recent case regarding the payment for travel time for mobile employees. Read more here
 
Hidden Figures, a top-grossing film about gender and cultural discrimination, can inspire those striving to achieve diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Read more here
 
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