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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.

For more information about the program, click here.

Upcoming Courses:

Incident Investigations in the Workplace
by Safety Services Manitoba
Date: April 14 & 15, 2015
CPD Hours: 16
For more information or to register, click here

Workplace Privacy: What Employers Need to Know
by Aikins Law
Date: April 23, 2015
CPD Hours: 3
For more information or to register, click here 

Strategic Planning & Thinking
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education
Date: April 24, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more information or to register, click here

Advanced Program in Management, Leadership and Strategy 
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education 
Dates: Module 1 - May 4-8, 2015, Module 2 - June 8-12, 2015
CPD Hours: 70
For more information or to register, click here

Negotiation and Consensus Building
by Asper School of Business - Executive Education 
Date: May 7, 2015
CPD Hours: 7
For more information or to register, click here

Click here for more course dates...


Ongoing Courses:

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

Managing Episodic Disabilities: Accommodations 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.    
  
Managing the Risks of Global Sourcing
Global sourcing offers many organizations the opportunity to reduce costs and increase their competitiveness. However, sourcing products from international suppliers also comes with its share of risks - issues with product quality, currency fluctuations and longer lead times. Failure to manage these risks effectively can lead to increased costs, unnecessary delays and increased liability. 
Learn the basics of setting up an effective global sourcing capability within your organization. 
Date: April 15, 2015
To register or learn more, click here   

Facilitating Groups
A great facilitator helps a group identify or clarify their objectives and expertly maintains group energy and momentum, while strategically moving them towards their goals. Learn effective ways of reducing or eliminating the impact of common negative attitudes as well as proven techniques that ensure participation and increased motivation. 
Date: April 22, 2015
To register or learn more, click here    


 

 

 
 
Does your wellness program need some reviving? Are you looking to set one up, but don't know where to get started? Does the program you currently have in place not seem to be engaging your employees? Take this half day workshop and go back to your workplace with renewed enthusiasm for the health and wellness of your employees!

Date: May 28, 2015
Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Courtyard Marriott, James Richardson International Airport
Cost: Members - $95
         Non-members - $125

To register or learn more, click here 


 

presented by Aikins Law and Westman Immigrant Services 

Topics will include:

  • Changes to rules for temporary workers, skilled immigrants and Manitoba provincial nominees over the past year  
  • Defining and identifying Culture, the Newcomer experience, cultural differences, adaptation and integration
  • Cross-cultural communications and workplace relationships 

Date: May 28, 2015
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave, Brandon
Cost: Members - $120 
         Non-members - $135

Registration Deadline: May 22, 2015
 
For more information or to register, click here

 

HRMAM invites you and your team to participate in our 2015 Annual Golf Classic. Whether you're just beginning or well-established in the sport, take this opportunity to network with other HR professionals. 

Date: June 18, 2015
Time: 11:00AM - 8:00PM
Location: Breezy Bend Country Club
Cost: Individuals - $145
          Group of Four - $580

To register or learn more, click here 

 

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

Click here for more information or to register

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 10, 2015
 
Click here to view Business Excellence Award Nominees
 
Click here to view Professional Excellence Award Nominees 

 

Presenters
David Swayze, Meighen Haddad LLP, Brandon - Handling the 10%: The Pitfalls of Discipline and Discharge
Jamie Alyce Jurczak, Taylor McCaffrey LLP, Winnipeg - The Balancing Act: Workplace Safety Requirement, Human Rights and Discipline  

Date: April 13, 2015
Time: 9:00am - 3:30pm
Location: Victoria Inn, 3550 Victoria Ave, Brandon
Cost: Members - $120 + GST
Non-members - $135 + GST

Registration Deadline is TODAY

For more information or to register, click here


 

Network with other HR professionals and get an update on the direction of the Pembina Valley Chapter of HRMAM. Feel free to invite other business people who take on a Human Resource role in their organization.

Date: April 22, 2015
Time: 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Location: Quality Inn, Winkler
Cost: FREE

For more information or to register, click here


 
HRMAM's 2015 Legislative Review will be held on Wednesday, May 6th. This year's topics and presenters are:
  • Dave P. Negus, Labour and Employment Lawyer, Aikins Law - Overview of Human Resources Related Legislative Changes 
  • Heather Unger, Acting Manager of Investigations & Policy Development, Manitoba Human Rights Commission - Notable 2014 Human Rights Cases in Manitoba 
  • R. Reis Pagtakhan, Immigration Lawyer, Aikins Law - Immigration Law Updates
  • Shandra N. Czarnecki, Partner, Aikins Law - Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
  • Grant Mitchell, Q.C., Labour and Employment Lawyer, Taylor McCaffrey LLP - Review of Pertinent Labour Board and Arbitration Decisions
  • Jamie A. Jurczak, Labour and Employment Lawyer, Taylor McCaffrey LLP - Workplace Safety and Health Law
  • Jay Short, Manager, Special Investigations Unit, Manitoba Employment Standards - Employment Standards in 2015

Date: May 6, 2015
Time: 7:30am - 4:30pm
Location: Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel, 1415 Regent Ave
Cost:  Member - $345
           Non-members - $395

Registration Deadline: May 1, 2015

For more information or to register, click here


 

HRMAM will be hosting a Spring Mix & Mingle to bring together our members for a casual evening of networking. 

Date: May 7, 2015
Time: 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: Radisson Hotel Downtown, Winnipeg
Cost: FREE for members; Members may bring non-members for a fee of $20. Registration is required for all attendees.

For more information or to register, click here


 

Join the movement to Rethink Motivation at the 2015 QNET Conference, where you will experience inspiring keynotes, educational sessions, an engaging panel plenary, informative exhibits and the opportunity to connect with more than 300 leaders and managers.

Date: April 22, 2015
Location: Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre
Cost: QNET Member Rate - $269      
Regular Rate - $309

For the Conference brochure, click here 

To register or learn more, click here

 
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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: April 13, 2015 
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm  
Location: St. Boniface Library

Registration deadline is TOMORROW

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 May 15. 

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


 

Online

HRMAM has partnered with Captus Press Inc. to offer an online prep course for the NKE.  

Course includes:

  • 29 hours of multimedia instruction 
  • A diagnostic test to help you set up a study plan 
  • 4 complete practice exams 
  • A content expert available to answer all your questions and a discussion board 
Cost: $295 + GST

For more information or to register, click here

 
Workers Compensation Board
Resolution Skills Centre
Member Matters

If you are involved in employee hiring in your organization we ask that you take a few minutes to complete a short online survey to assist with a research project on the prevalence and effectiveness of using soil media (e.g. LinkedIn) for recruitment and screening. Participants will be entered in to win one of ten $100 MasterCard gift cards. 

Investigator - Dr. Nicolas Roulin, Assistant Professor, Department of Business Administration, University of Manitoba

Click here to begin survey   

 

The WCB has been asked by the Government of Manitoba to seek community feedback on amending the Workers Compensation Act to provide presumptive coverage of PTSD. The WCB welcomes your input regarding the issues and questions posed in the Consultation Paper. This input will form the basis of a report that the WCB will provide to the Government of Manitoba at the conclusion of consultations in early May 2015. 

Click here to read the Consultation Paper 

Please email your input to consultations@wcb.mb.ca or mail to:
Corporate Secretary
Workers Compensation Board 
333 Broadway 
Winnipeg, MB   R3C 4W3

Deadline for submissions is May 1, 2015.
 

 

The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) is now accepting applications for funding under the Research and Workplace Innovation Program for projects and knowledge transfer related to prevention of occupational injuries, diseases and return to work of injured or ill workers. A total of $1 million is available to fund qualified projects. 

RWIP projects are funded under three (3) streams:

  • Workpale Innovation 
  • Scientific Research 
  • Training and Education 
Closing dates for applications:

Notice of Intent (for scientific research applications) - March 23, 2015
Scientific Research Applications - May 11, 2015
Workplace Innovation Applications - June 22, 2015
Training and Education Applications - June 22, 2015 

Click here for more information  

 

HRMAM memberships expire on May 31, 2015. Renew early in order to prevent any interruptions to your membership. 

Renew your membership by April 30 and be entered in to win your 2015 HR & Leadership Conference registration for FREE! 

Already renewed your membership?
Complete the 2014-2015 membership survey to tell us about your experience as a member last year and be entered in to a separate draw to win your 2015 HR & Leadership Conference registration for FREE! Click here to begin survey 

Click here to renew 


 

The 2015 HRMAM HR & Leadership Conference will be held on October 27 & 28, 2015 at the RBC Convention Centre. 

Becoming a sponsor and/or exhibitor at this event is your opportunity to showcase your commitment to the Human Resources profession, to significantly increase your visibility to this key group of professionals and business leaders and to network and engage those who make a difference every day.

For more information on sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, click here  


 

The Construction Safety Association of Manitoba is pleased to announce that it has opened a new section of its website for career listings. 

Listing space is available for companies who are seeking individuals in safety positions for construction companies or industry-related organizations. They can be direct from a CSAM member or associate member, or a third-party recruitment agency who is seeking individuals on behalf of a client. There is no cost for this service.

Click to view the career listings website 

To place an advertisement on the CSAM website, please contact Jon Waldman at (204) 775-3171 or jon@constructionsafety.ca


 
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