CPHR Saskatchewan: Weekly Newsletter
Association News
CPHR Saskatchewan is excited to welcome Aris Night into the new role of Marketing Coordinator. Aris is a creative storyteller with a Bachelor of Arts in Drama and a flair for crafting engaging narratives. Combining a theatrical background with professional expertise in social media strategy, Aris strives to create a unique perspective for building dynamic online brands. Whether designing eye-catching content, collaborating with influencers, or writing compelling copy, Aris thrives on blending creativity with strategy to connect with audiences. A passionate writer at heart, they channel their love for words into content that informs, inspires, and entertains, making every project a stage for innovation and impact. Welcome to the team, Aris!
CPHR Saskatchewan has had an overwhelming number of Protégé applicants for the 2025 mentorship year. We now need more mentors! Deadline to apply is Nov. 27, 2024Apply here
The Saskatchewan Chapter of Data For Good has been growing rapidly, both in the number of organizations and projects they are working on, and our community. To continue to scale, they need to expand their leadership and organization. They are looking for a volunteer with a background in HR to help with job design and a volunteer recruitment strategy. The work involved would include crafting job descriptions and designing a volunteer recruitment strategy to help fill roles. If you are interested in volunteering, please send an email to scott.wells@dataforgood.ca and ryan.tessier@dataforgood.ca.
CPHR Canada and the Human Resources Professionals Association are conducting a survey to identify the latest trends in the job market and to inform you, as well as your Canadian peers, about your position in this market. The survey is being conducted by CROP, and you will receive an email from sondage4@cropnet.ca in the coming weeks. Your participation in this study is valuable and necessary to gather information regarding remuneration and employment conditions.
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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

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

SK Labour & Employment Law Workshops
Nov. 26 - Moose JawNov. 27 - Regina

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

Nov. 26, 2024 

Economic Reconciliation: Indigenous Entrepreneurship, Diversifiying Procurement & Amplifying Talent
For a 15% discount, use promo code CPHRSK15
Nov. 28, 2024

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

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

HR Book Club 
Dec. 18 | Jan. 15 | Feb. 19 |  March 19 | April 16 | May 21

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

The Trauma Informed HR Professional
March 4, 2024

Workplace Investigations Certificate Program
May 6 - 8 2025 | Oct. 21 - 23, 2025

More Professional Development Options

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CPHR Designation

The next NKE will take place in Nov. 6, 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: We are excited to share that CPHR Canada has partnered with illuxi to offer a new three-hour ethics course called Navigating Change: Ethical Responsibilities in the Digital Age. Completing this free ethics course will provide you with the three-hour minimum ethics requirement for your designation. Learn more here.

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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.

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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. 
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Job Board
Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Any SK Polytechnic Location, Saskatchewan
Information Services Corporation (ISC), Regina, Saskatchewan
Canpotex Limited, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Sandbox Mutual Insurance, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Any SK Polytechnic Location, Saskatchewan