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HRMAM's Premiere Event

Designed to showcase outstanding Human Resource achievements in Manitoba, HRMAM's HR Excellence Awards honour employers and individuals who are leaders in diversity, development, impact and innovation. Eight Business Excellence Awards and five Professional Excellence Awards will be up for grabs this year and we look forward to celebrating the successes of all nominees with you. Don't miss out on your chance to celebrate with your colleagues at this year's HR Excellence Awards!

Is someone from your workplace up for nomination? Why not purchase a table of 8 or 10 to celebrate their accomplishments? Or even better, sponsor your corporate table to receive your company's name on the table, preferred table location, your company's name on our dinner slideshow and recognition in the event program.

Student ticket pricing available.                                                                                                   

Date: April 22, 2015
Time: 4:30 - 9:00pm
Location: The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre, 281 Donald Street, Winnipeg
Early Bird registration deadline: March 27, 2015

Click here for more information or to register

 

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

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

Level 1
Date: February 17, 2015
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm
Location: HRMAM office, 1810-275 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
Cost: $500 + GST
For more information or to register, click here

The Level 2 course is the second phase of the journey to a professional designation as a Certified Mentor Practitioner. This 2.5 day training course combines academic and practical experience, including a full day of case studies and the application of mentoring concepts in a controlled and safe environment. Day 3 (half day) provides time for reflection on what has been learned and the completion of an on-line examination as part of the certification process.

Level 2
Date: May 12-14, 2015
Time:May 12/13 -  9:00am - 4:30pm, May 14 - 9:00am - 12:00pm 
Location: HRMAM office, 1810-275 Portage Ave, Winnipeg
Cost: $1300 + GST
For more information or to register, click here


 
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


 

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.

Upcoming Courses:

Advanced Program in Management, Leadership & Strategy 
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education 
Date: January 26-30, 2015, March 8-13, 2015 
CPD Hours: 70
For more information or to register, click here

Social Media Marketing: Engaging Your Stakeholders through Social Media 
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education
Date: February 5, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more informations or to register, click here

Finance for the Non-Finance Manager
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education 
Date: February 12, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more informations or to register, click here

International Certification for Mentoring - Level 1 
by TalentC - People Services Inc.
Date: February 17, 2015
CPD Hours: 13.5
For more information or to register, click here

Introduction to the Balanced Scorecard 
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education
Date: February 18, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more informations or to register, click here

The Balanced Scorecard - Advanced
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education 
Date: February 24, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more informations or to register, click here

Ongoing Courses:

Managing Episodic Disabilities: An Introduction
by Canadian Working Group on HIV and Rehabilitation (CWGHR) 
CPD Hours: 15 

Managing Episodic Disabilities: Accommodation Best Practices
by Canadian Working Group on HIV and Rehabilitation (CWGHR) 
CPD Hours: 15 

Recruitment Training Series
by Purple Squirrel Talent Academy 
CPD Hours: 20

Workplace Mental Health Leadership TM certificate program 
by Morneau Shepell 
CPD Hours: 11.5

Coaching Skills Workshop
by Center for Management & Organization Effectiveness (CMOE)
CPD Hours: 14

Applied Strategic Thinking
by Center for Management & Organization Effectiveness (CMOE)
CPD Hours: 10.5

For more information on these courses, click here.


 
The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce and Modern Earth Web Design are presenting a new webinar series that will run live from 12:00 - 12:45pm every Wednesday. 

Stop the Pain at Work 
Sometimes work can be painful or it feels like you're leaking vital energy, maybe due to high stress, burnout, bullying, chronic fatigue, poor lifestyle choices or high employee turnover. Find out how you can stop "work pain" by adopting a new attitude, focus, mindset or skill to create an atmosphere of wellness at work. 
Date: February 11, 2015
To register or learn more, click here
 
Uncovering the Hidden Costs in Your Supply Chain 
The current business environment presents many challenges that make it difficult to succeed - rising costs, increased competition and eroding profit margins. Successful organizations harness the full potential of their supply chains to meet these challenges, taking a collaborative approach that integrates internal operations with key suppliers. Learn the basics of how to identify cost-saving opportunities within your supply chain. 
Date: February 18, 2015
To register or learn more, click here 

 

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 

 
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McFadden Benefits & Pension Ltd.
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

 
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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


 

HRMAM has received a limited number of complimentary tickets to "Mardi Gras" at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg on February 13 and 14, 2015.

Complimentary tickets are for general admission only (Value $16). Food and beverages are at your own expense.

If you would like tickets, please specify which evening (either Friday, February 13 or Saturday, February 14) and reserve them by emailing hrmam@hrmam.org.

Reserved tickets must be picked up at the HRMAM office on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday (Feb 9-11) between 9am and 4pm.

Click here for more information 


 

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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