CPHR Saskatchewan: Weekly Newsletter
Association News
CPHR Saskatchewan is excited to announce the Virtual HR Forum on March 19, 2024. Register here.
CPHR Saskatchewan is proud to recognize and celebrate Black History Month, and encourages everyone to take time to listen, learn, reflect, and safely participate in events and festivities that honour the legacy of Black Canadians and communities. Click here for more resources.
Join us for a casual conversation about joining CPHR Saskatchewan, membership resources, and pursuing the CPHR designation. Register for the March or April session.
Join Holly Guran, Professional Standards Manager and Nicole Norton Scott, CEO/Registrar with CPHR Saskatchewan for casual conversation about the Validation of Experience (VOE) process- the final step to achieving the CPHR Designation on March 12, 2024 | 12pm - 1pm
Veritas Solutions is offering a complimentary registration to a CPHR Saskatchewan member who is interested in attending this program, however, circumstances do not allow you to register. These programs run May 7 - 9, 2024 and Nov. 5 - 7, 2024. Please email info@cphrsk.ca and indicate your interest in attending the program, and your reason for requesting this complimentary registration. 
We are looking for HR practitioners with international experience who are passionate about sharing their unique experiences on the theme "Global Perspectives in HR: CPHR Members from Different Countries" for the upcoming Spring 2024 HR Saskatchewan magazine. Share your insights in a short interview on the differences and similarities between HR practices in Canada and your home country, or the country you have worked in for a long time. By participating, you'll provide valuable insights into the global dynamics of HR and contribute to a richer understanding of our profession. If you're interested in participating, please email info@cphrsk.ca by Feb. 16, 2024.
Edwards School of Business is planning a student trip to Switzerland to meet and tour international organizations, such as WTO, ILO, etc. The group is also hoping to meet with Canadian/Saskatchewan connected companies (a company with an office or business relationship in Switzerland). The meetings (one hour) will focus on having the students understand how Canadian companies extend their reach internationally and the type of markets/work/products we are successfully moving internationally. They are requesting assistance from any HR professionals who may be in one of these companies and who could connect them with their Swiss office. If you are interested in assisting, please contact Cheryl Loadman loadman@edwards.usask.ca
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June 12 - June 14, 2024 in Saskatoon
 
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Professional Development

CPHR Saskatchewan Learning Calendar

We're proud to offer members quality professional development and resources. To view all upcoming professional development opportunities offered by CPHR Saskatchewan and its partners, visit the Learning Calendar. Review our Partner Directory to find additional courses and programs pre-approved for CPD hours.

Upcoming Events

Indigenizing Work-Life Balance Metrics and Wellbeing
Presented by Indigenous Works
For discounted registration, use promo code CPHRSK15

Feb. 29, 2024

2024 Virtual HR Forum
Presented by CPHR Saskatchewan
March 19, 2024

Impact of Racial Discrimination on Indigenous Communities
Presented by Indigenous Works
For discounted registration, use promo code CPHRSK15
March 28, 2024

Data Analytics for HR - 101
Presented by Lighthouse Labs
April 17 - 26, 2024 | July 17 - 26, 2024 | Oct. 16 - 25, 2024

Conducting Credibility Assessments Workshop
Presented by Veritas Solutions
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.

May 2, 2024 | Dec. 9, 2024

Workplace Investigations Certificate Program
Presented by Veritas Solutions
May 7 - 9, 2024 | Nov. 5 - 7, 2024

Report Writing Workshop
Presented by Veritas Solutions
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.

Nov. 13, 2024

Interviewing Techniques Workshop
Presented by Veritas Solutions
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.

Nov. 26, 2024

More Professional Development Options

Chiropractors' Association of Saskatchewan
CPHR Designation

The next NKE will take place Nov. 14, 2024. Learn more here.

As of Jan.1, 2022, associate members wishing to pursue the CPHR designation and write the NKE must be NKE Ready. Being NKE Ready means associate members have met the coursework requirement and received approval from CPHR Saskatchewan prior to registering for the NKE.

For those requesting transcripts, if the name on your transcripts or reports is different than your current name, please update the "maiden name" in your member profile.

NKE Prep Courses
NKE prep courses are available to writers with the theoretical knowledge and test-taking strategies needed to effectively write the NKE. These are not mandatory.

NKE Waiver
Graduates of CPHR-accredited post-secondary programs may be eligible to apply for an NKE Waiver. Click here to see a list of CPHR Saskatchewan and CPHR Member Associations' Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions. CPHR Saskatchewan's minimum educational requirement must be met.

There is a minimum requirement of 10 CPD hours annually and, during any three-year rolling period, a minimum of 60 CPD hours, including a three-hour ethics course.

Ethics Course: There will be a new ethics course rolled out in May 2024. Information will be shared in the months to come. If you have not taken the ethics course or have taken it and need to do so again by Dec. 31, 2024, please wait for the new course.

Audit: 3% of CPD submissions will be randomly audited for 2023. Those Professional Members (CPHRs) who are randomly selected will be notified in March 2024.

Popular Links

After reviewing all the information, if you have questions, please contact Holly Guran, Professional Standards Manager, at hguran@cphrsk.ca.

The Validation of Experience (VOE) requirements and application have been updated to align with the revised competency framework. We strongly encourage all CPHR candidates to review the information below before completing the application:

Revised Competency Framework
VOE Webpage (application available here)
VOE Handbook
Virtual Information Session Recording - Feb. 28, 2023
 
The next VOE intake is April 30, 2024. It is recommended to have the application submitted a few weeks prior to the deadline in case the application requires additional information.

Resources

Leaders Lounge is a regular video series where Anthony Ariganello, President and CEO of CPHR BC & Yukon and CPHR Canada, interviews prominent senior HR professionals who share their experiences over this past year. Visit the Videos & Podcasts page to watch videos and listen to podcasts related to HR.

Edwards School of Business
Sutton Benefits & Pension
Job Board
Regina Public Library, Regina, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon Pediatric Dentistry, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
K+S Potash Canada GP, Bethune, Saskatchewan
3sHealth, Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina Public Library, Regina, Saskatchewan
SHEPP, Regina, Saskatchewan
Alberta Public Service Commission, Various Locations, Alberta