As an added benefit of membership, HRMAM offers the Professional Mentorship Program. The aim of this member only program is to help link established human resource professionals with students, emerging HR practitioners, and HR professionals looking to transition to a new field of interest, taking on a new capacity within their organizations, or interested in developing new skills for future career aspirations. These relationships enable the program participants and business leaders to exchange knowledge and experience relating to skill, culture and values. Participants gain valuable individual feedback and may observe companies and their leaders at work. Overall, relationships of trust, respect and appreciation are built to enhance our shared community. The HRMAM Professional Mentorship Program is committed to promoting professionalism and mutual benefit to both Mentor and Protégé. 

Deadline to apply: August 1, 2014

For more information on the program, click here. 

 

TalentC-People Services Inc. is pleased to offer the International Certification for Mentoring accredited by CSME.

The Level 1 programme, leading to Certified Mentor Practitioner (CMP) is blend of academic and practical experience that prepares you for working with people and organizations to help them be the best that they can be.

Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Time: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Location: HRMAM - 1810-275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
Cost: $500 plus GST

For more information, click here
 

 

Together, HR and Leadership can breathe new life into any organization, so HRMAM is gathering people, ideas and tools that will infuse work life with freshness, value and meaning. 

Connecting to the pulse of business means tapping into people's real motivations: supporting cultures where great ideas thrive; creating experiences that customers love; and finding all the ways that 'soft' influences align with 'hard' performance indicators.

On October 29 & 30, HR professionals from around Manitoba will gather together at Connect 2014: Pulse to share information, learn new ideas and trends, network and be inspired.

Connie Podesta I Executive Career Coach, Award-winning Speaker, Author and Board Certified Therapist
Leadership...Like You've Never Heard It Before! The Power of Accountability, Empowerment and Ownership

Drew Dudley I Founder & Chief Catalyst of Nuance Leadership Inc.
Redefining Leadership and the Power of 'Lollipop Moments'

Michelle Ray I Author and Founder of Lead Yourself First Institute
So...You Think You've Got Influence

Sean Aiken I Author and Creator of The One Week Job Project
In Pursuit of Passion - 52 Jobs, 52 Weeks

Hurry, early bird registration ends July 31! 

For more information, click here. 

 

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. For more information about the program, click here.

Here are the Upcoming Events for our Accreditation Program Partners:

Managing Episodic Disabilities Interactive On-line Courses

HRMAM in partnership with CWGHR are pleased to offer Managing Episodic Disabilities: An Introduction and Managing Episodic Disabilities: Accommodation Best Practices. These interactive self-directed on-line courses take 15 hours to complete and are worth 15 Continuing Professional Development Hours. 

For more information on these courses, click here.

 

Achieve HR Excellence. Become a CHRP.

As a human resource (HR) professional, you are a leader in your own field. Employers, colleagues and clients turn to you for strategic advice, clear guidance and leadership on all aspects of HR. Make the most of your HR knowledge and experience, and get started on the path towards the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation - the gold standard of HR professionals.

NKE Prep Course
Date: September 6 & 7
Time: 8:00am-4:30pm
Deadline to register: August 22
For more information or to register, click here
 

National Knowledge Exam Fall 2014
Date: November 1
Check-in 8:30AM, Exam 9:00AM-12:15PM
Deadline to register: September 2
Late registrations will not be accepted
For more information or to register, click here

 

The CHRP Validation of Professional Experience Assessment is a formal step in earning the CHRP designation that requires candidates to demonstrate three or more years of professional experience in human resources within the last ten years. 

To gain your CHRP designation through the assessment experience, CHRP Candidates will be required to submit a completed application. This application will need to be validated by your current employer. In order to be eligible to submit an application you need to be a Candidate (someone who has passed the NKE) and have had your proof of degree verified.

The next submission deadline is September 15.

For more information on the Validation of Professional Experience Assessment, please click here. 

 

HRMAM is currently looking for volunteers for the 2015 Excellence in Leadership Awards Gala Committee. This committee connects with and encourages organizations to apply for an award, identify potential sponsors, and sets the strategic direction of the event. If you have your finger on the pulse of the HR community, this committee may be for you! 

For a copy of the committee's Terms of Reference, click here.

If you are interested in applying to be a part of this committee, please email your resume to Roma Thorlakson, Chair Elect, at hrmam@hrmam.org by Friday, July 25, 2014. Please use 'Gala Committee' as your subject line.

 

This is an exciting time for the Human Resource Management Association of Manitoba!

Context and Background

In Canada, the HR profession is evolving quickly with organizations' growing recognition of HR professionals' expertise to support their strategic direction with meaningful HR programs. The ability to attract, retain and engage talented employees is becoming a competitive advantage thatCanadian companies are pursuing aggressively. New CHRP competencies are being developed to promote strategic HR practices and provincial HR associations are trending towards self-regulation.

The Challenge

Manitoba was a leader in the establishment of the CHRP designation. It is time for Manitoba to lead again in advancing the human resource management profession and its ability to influence business strategy. We are excited about our strategy to promote our Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation, position the association and our members as thought leaders, grow our membership, and start on the path to self-regulation.

Election Process

If you would like to join a vibrant and committed Board excited about enhancing the HR profession, consider applying for a position on our Board of Directors.

Deadline is Friday, July 25, 2014.

For more information on Director Experience and Qualities, Board Responsibilities, and the Election Process, please click here.

Sincerely,

Nominating Committee

Roma Thorlakson, CHRP
Yvonne Thompson, CHRP
James Popel, CHRP
Ev Mayor, CHRP

 

Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Time: 10:45-11:00 am: Login Time
           11:00-11:30am: Presentation

If you are looking to learn more about the HR Metrics Service, sign up for this 1-hour demo. This 1-hour web meeting includes:

• How the HR Metrics Service can benefit your organization 
• A live demonstration of the data collection and can survey website
• A review of the survey process, including survey timelines
• Information on how to sign up

Click here to register!

 

 

Western provinces have a genuine, pressing need for skilled labour and the federal government's recent overhaul of its temporary foreign worker program goes too far, the interim Alberta premier said Thursday. Read more here

 

Five people have been arrested and charged after a year-long investigation into a temporary foreign worker employment scam, according to the RCMP. Read more here

 

The last time I wrote about this cluster of trends all at one time - it was winter. Seemed as if we'd never dig ourselves out from that deep freeze. But we did. Winter turned to spring and spring to summer. Which reminds me that change is inevitable, especially in HR.  Read more here

 

There is a particular, awful feeling you get working in a company that is sinking. You can tell the minute you walk in the door that the energy is off. If you pay attention to the vibe you get on a job interview, you'll know when a company is broken. People don't look you in the eye. No one wants to be there, but you might take the job regardless if you're out of other options. Read more here

 

 

POSITION TITLE	COMPANY
Human Resources  Associate	Liquor and Gaming Authority of Manitoba
Human Resources Advisor	Cummins Western Canada

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