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January 29, 2015 In This Issue
Learn & Connect
CPHR
Member Matters
In the news...
Job Board
Western Compensation & Benefits Consultants
Red River College
Change Innovators Inc.
Learn & Connect
In partnership with the Institute for Health and Human Potential 

Whether you are a formal manager or want to increase your individual performance (or both), this program will teach you the foundational principles and brain science of Emotional Intelligence (EI). You will become a student of human behaviour: understanding what your brain does under pressure and how that affects your decision making and the impact you have on others.  In this leadership course, you will increase your personal leadership by learning how to manage your emotions in your most difficult moments, enabling you to perform and lead at your best, and connect with others in a more meaningful way. 

Presenter: Sara Ross 
Date: February 24 & 25, 2015
Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm daily
Location: Canad Inns Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave
Cost: Member: $945 + GST
 Non-member: $995 + GST
 Optional post program coaching $1000

Registration Deadline: January 30, 2015 @ Noon. Space is limited so register early to reserve your spot. 

Click here for more information or to register


 

The Westman Chapter in partnership with HUB International STRATA Benefits Consulting presents a workshop on Financial Wellness. As an employer, you have a great influence over your employees as well as a responsibility to provide opportunities to your employees to improve their wellbeing - mentally, physically and financially. 

Date: February 19, 2015
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave, Brandon, MB
Cost:  Members $25 
Non-members $35

Registration deadline is February 16, 2015.

Click here for more information or to register  


 

With our aging population many employers are finding themselves torn between their work responsibilities and a caregiving role. Additionally, new legislation has been passed recognizing the needs of caregivers and outlining their responsibility to support them in the workplace. Join us to discuss the issues around Employed Caregivers and learn about a new Educational Program for Manitoban Caregivers that can be delivered in your workplace. 

Date: March 12, 2015
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Courtyard Marriott, James Richardson International Airport 
Cost: Members $95 + GST
Non-members $125 + GST

Registration Deadline: March 9, 2015

For more information or to register, click here 

 
SmarterU.com
Hylife Foods LP
MANITOBA INSTITUTE OF TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY
CPHR

CHRP candidates must complete an Experience Assessment requirement to obtain their CHRP designation. 

The Experience Assessment requires CHRP candidates to demonstrate three or more years of professional experience in Human Resources within the past ten years. The Experience Assessments have been in effect since February 2013. The Validation of Professional Experience Committee will be offering an information session on how to effectively complete the Validation of Experience requirement and answer any questions you may have. This session would be worthwhile for any individual who is seeking or considering obtaining their CHRP designation. 

Date: March 10, 2015
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm 
Location: Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Avenue, Brandon 

Registration deadline is March 6, 2015

To register, click here. Registration is required as seating is limited.


 
Date: June 6, 2015
Cost: $325 (must be a member of HRMAM)

Registration deadline: April 7, 2015

For more information about becoming a CHRP, click here 
To register, click here


 

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 the examination. 

Dates: April 11 & 12, 2015
Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm 
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre Polo Park 
Cost: Member: $400 
Non-member: $460

Registration deadline: March 27, 2015

For more information or to register, click here

 
Options for Success Inc.
Workers Compensation Board
Recruit FAST Media
Member Matters

Formerly known as the Excellence in Leadership Awards, the HR Excellence Awards are designed to showcase outstanding Human Resource achievements in Manitoba, honouring employers and individuals who are leaders in diversity, development, impact and innovation. 

The HR Excellence Awards include two types of awards - Business Excellence Awards and Professional Excellence Awards.  The Business Excellence Awards include eight categories which align with the key professional practices of Human Resource Professionals, while the four Professional Excellence Awards are designed to recognize specific individuals for their unique contributions.  

HRMAM encourages organizations and individuals to nominate themselves or others for an HR Excellence Award by submitting an application to the HRMAM office.  

For more information on the application process and the awards, please click here

Do you have any questions about any of the award categories or the application process? Please contact: 
Laura Haines
Events, Sponsorship & Marketing Manager 
(204) 943-0882
lhaines@hrmam.org


 

Join the growing list of Manitoba's HR leaders to showcase your support of newcomers learning English so they can thrive in the workplace. Barrier Blast is a light-hearted HR language skills obstacle course in support of the Margaret Pidlaski Scholarship. Sign up your team today to put yourself in the shoes of your newcomer employees in a fun, professional obstacle course.  

Date: February 20, 2015
Time: 10:30am - 1:00pm
Location: Main Gallery, Manitoba Hydro Place
Cost: $250 for a team of two 

To register, click here or contact Kristin Cuma at 204-799-6086  

For more information click here

**CONTEST**
Want to participate in this great event? HRMAM is giving away one complimentary team registration! Contest is open to HRMAM members only. Email hrmam@hrmam.org by January 30 at noon to enter.  


 

We are now accepting proposals for concurrent session presentations for the 2015 HRMAM HR & Leadership Conference, 'Involve and Evolve'. If you have solutions, experiences and stories to share with Manitoba's HR professionals consider becoming a presenter. 

This year, applications will be submitted online. Click the link below to be redirected to the online submission form. Please take the time to read over the Presenter Proposal Guidelines prior to submitting your proposal. In this document you will find detailed information about the expectations, deadlines and selection process. 

Deadline for submissions is March 2, 2015 

Presenter Proposal Guidelines
Submit a Proposal Online


 

HRmatters provides our readers with information on leading HR practices, professional trends and industry updates. To make this happen, we rely on submissions from our readers and those with specialized knowledge of the human resource industry. 

We are currently seeking submissions for our Spring 2015 issue. The theme of this issue is, "The Business of HR". As we continue to promote the movement ofHR professionals from the back room to the boardroom table, strategies and success stories of HR departments becoming indispensable resources are encouraged. Please keep this in mind when considering your submission and attempt to relate your content to this theme. 

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

Deadline for submissions is March 6, 2015 

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

 
In the news...
The Employer Panel for Caregivers' report was released last week by Minister Wong, highlighting best workplace practices employers provide to employees who provide informal care to loved ones including resources for employers. Read more here
 
Whether you are ready for a change of pace and looking for a new position or are on the recruitment end and searching for just the right someone, these apps are up and coming in the world of recruitment. Read more here
 
A former employee of Castlegar Pulp Mill has filed complaints against the company claiming she was denied equal pay and promotions after assuming a senior position as human resources advisor in a job previously held by a man. Read more here
 

Canada's largest pharmacy chain, Shoppers Drug Mart, was once again named one of North America's most engaged workplaces. Darren Ratz, SVP, talks about new products and the company's employee engagement strategy. Read More Here

 
Job Board

POSITION TITLE COMPANY
Human Resources Generalist (Term - At Least 1 Year) Richardson International
Human Resources Manager Vantage Foods
Chief Human Resources Officer/Director Quality and Risk Management Temiskaming Hospital

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