CPHR Saskatchewan: Weekly Newsletter
Association News
CPHR Saskatchewan is excited to be planning its 2025 Virtual HR Forum in March 2025. We are currently seeking breakout session speaker proposals. Speaker proposals will be accepted until Nov. 5, 2024. Click here to submit a speaker proposal.
CPHR Saskatchewan's Mentorship Program provides the framework for members to be partnered with other members for the purpose of building professional relationships in a meaningful and supportive way. Applications will be accepted until Nov. 15, 2024. Apply as a Mentor or Protégé today!
CPHR Saskatchewan is proud to partner again with Kellie Garrett to deliver Dare to Lead™. This is the last time this program will be offered in Saskatchewan (Brené Brown has sold her program). Register for the Regina workshop on Nov. 19-21, 2024, or the Saskatoon workshop on Jan. 7-9, 2025.
Achieve Coaching Excellence with Our ICF-Accredited Program
Edwards School of Business - Executive Education®
Advanced Certificate In Professional Coaching - Deepen your coaching practice and expand your impact with our intensive program grounded in ICF Core Competencies and Code of Ethics. Participants will gain the tools, insights, and credentials to support individuals and teams with confidence. This comprehensive, cohort-based program builds a strong foundation in professional coaching principles. 

Program Dates: October 1, 2025 – January 9, 2026 
Learn More
Advertisement
 
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

SK Labour & Employment Law Workshops
Nov. 13 - Yorkton | Nov. 19 - North Battleford | Nov. 21 - SaskatoonNov. 26 - Moose Jaw |
Nov. 27 - Regina

Report Writing Workshop
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.

Nov. 13, 2024

CPD Info Sessions - CPHRs Only
Nov. 13 | Dec. 12 | Jan. 8

Crack the Training and Hiring Grants Code
For complimentary registration, use promo code FREEWEB-SK
Nov. 14, 2024

Mental Health Skills Training: A Certificate Program for HR Professionals
Nov. 18 - Dec. 4, 2024 (Morning) Nov. 18 - Dec. 4, 2024 (Afternoon)
Nov. 26 - 28, 2024 (Accelerated Program)

Workplace Wellbeing & The Hidden Iceberg
For complimentary registration, use promo code FREEWEB-SK
Nov. 19, 2024

Dare to Lead™ with Kellie Garrett
Nov. 19 - 21, 2024

How Does Poor Sleep Affect Your Workplace?
For complimentary registration, use promo code FREEWEB-SK
Nov. 20, 2024

HR Book Club 
Nov. 20 | Dec. 18 | Jan. 15 | Feb. 19 |  March 19 | April 6 | May 21

Member Receptions
Saskatoon - Nov 20, 2024 | Regina - Nov 25, 2024

Interviewing Techniques Workshop
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.

Nov. 26, 2024 

Conducting Credibility Assessments Workshop
Workplace Investigation Certificate training is a prerequisite to this workshop.
Dec. 9, 2024

Dare to Lead™ with Kellie Garrett
Jan. 7 - 9, 2025

More Professional Development Options

UKG
Chiropractors' Association of Saskatchewan
CPHR Designation

The next NKE will take place in November 2025. Stay tuned for more information.

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 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 fall 2024. Information will be shared soon. 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.

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 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
VOE Info Session Recording - March 12, 2024
 
The next VOE intake is Nov. 30, 2024. It is recommended to have the application submitted a few weeks prior to the deadline in case the application requires additional information.

Automate Employee Recognition & Rewards
Accolad Recognition®
Simplify employee recognition with our automated rewards system. Save time and cut costs! Our seamless process ensures your team feels valued without the usual hassle. Elevate your company’s recognition program and experience a boost in employee engagement and satisfaction.
Click Here to Learn More
Advertisement
 
Resources
CPHR Saskatchewan has put together a list of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) resources for members and the public to assist with education and taking action to ensure safe workplaces in Saskatchewan. Click here to read more.
A collection of more than 650 forms, templates, and checklists can be downloaded and customized for your needs. This resource is available for CPHR Saskatchewan members only. Click here to view. 
Saskatchewan HR Trends Reports can help HR practitioners make informed decisions with reliable information on what is occurring in Saskatchewan’s workplaces. Click here to learn more.
Click here for various resources from Bell Let's Talk.
A collection of articles that have been featured by the association. This resource is available for CPHR Saskatchewan members only. Click here to view. 
CPHR Saskatchewan encourages everyone to take time to listen, learn, reflect, and safely participate in events in their communities that recognize the harms of the Indian Residential School system and honour its resilient survivors, their families, and their communities. Click here to view 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. Click here to view. 
Edwards School of Business
Sutton Benefits & Pension
Job Board
K+S Potash Canada GP, Bethune, Saskatchewan
K+S Potash Canada GP, Bethune, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Blue Cross, Saskatoon or Regina, Saskatchewan
FFUN, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Legislative Assembly Service of Saskatchewan, Regina, Saskatchewan