 |
||||||||||||||||
| Archive | Send to a Friend | HR Saskatchewan | cphrsk.ca | Advertise | ||||||||||||||||
 Association NewsThe 2025 CPHR Saskatchewan Conference will take place on October 8 - 9, 2025, at TCU Place in Saskatoon, SK, presented by Federated Co-operatives Limited. The 2025 theme — "Future Forward: Reimagining HR in a Changing World" — emphasizes the evolving landscape of HR, where AI, leadership, diversity, and mental health intersect with data-driven decision-making, employment law, and recruitment strategies. It signals a forward-thinking approach that prepares HR professionals to adapt, lead, and create workplaces that thrive in rapidly shifting environment. Early bird deadline is August 31, 2025. Deadline to register for the conference is September 18, 2025. Register here.
Thanks to the generous support of the official Student Sponsor, Edwards School of Business, Students can attend the 2025 CPHR Saskatchewan Conference in Saskatoon on October 8–9, 2025 for free! Learn from industry leaders, network with HR professionals, and gain insights to kick-start your career. Apply by September 12, 2025, by emailing lstade@cphrsk.ca with your name, contact info, school, program, year of study, and a brief (100 words or less) statement on why you want to attend.
CPHR Saskatchewan and its counterparts across Canada have partnered with McLean & Company, an HR research and advisory company, to develop and carry out a member survey about upcoming HR trends. Members who complete the survey will receive McLean’s full 2026 HR Trends Report and a research package. The survey is open until September 19, 2025, and will take 15 to 20 minutes to complete. Click here to participate.
The next NKE will take place on Nov. 6, 2025. The registration deadline is Sept 12, 2025. In order to apply and write the NKE, applicants need to meet certain criteria. Click here for more information.
CPHR Saskatchewan is proud to support the Edwards JDC West – Team Sasky – as a Team Sponsor. As part of our sponsorship commitment, Edwards JDC West requires coaches with knowledge and expertise in the field of HR. This is a weekly commitment for their 2025-2026 season. Teams will be supported by approximately four to five coaches for flexibility. Coaches meet weekly with their teams at mutually convenient times. Responsibilities for coaches include providing presentation feedback, asking strategic questions, and supporting the group in areas such as problem analysis, communication, and industry insight. Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan, and Team Sasky are located in Saskatoon, SK. Should you be interested in volunteering for this opportunity, please contact broy@cphrsk.ca for more information.
Join Holly Guran, Professional Standards Manager with CPHR Saskatchewan, on September 16, 2025, for a casual conversation about the Validation of Experience (VOE) process — the final step to achieving the CPHR Designation. This session will not be recorded. However, a recorded information session is available on the VOE page of the website. This webinar is for CPHR Candidates only. Register here.
CPHR Saskatchewan receives regular inquiries for HR expertise from the public and its members. The Consultant Directory provides a platform to highlight and promote the expertise and services of CPHR Saskatchewan consultant members. Looking for HR expertise? Visit the Consultant Directory. Are you an HR consultant? Complete the online application.
Industry NewsHuman Resources Director
Hiring professionals are throwing their support behind "live-only" interviews amid growing encounters with jobseekers aided by artificial intelligence tools during recruitment. Benefits Canada
While salary remains important, it’s only one part of a much broader picture. Professionals today are seeking a more holistic value proposition — one that reflects their individual needs, promotes shared purpose and aligns with their personal and professional goals. HR Reporter
According to new Canadian research, a projected "tripledemic” this fall of flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 is going to result in a sharp increase of family-work-conflict (FWC) for employees with caregiver responsibilities. What that will mean for employers is higher absenteeism, more sick employees, and productivity losses. Professional DevelopmentCPHR 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 Where AI and Organizational Learning Collide Tariffs, Turbulence & Talent: Navigating HR Strategy Amid Economic Uncertainty Women in Leadership Conference - 23rd Edition HR Book Club - September 2025 Total Reward Trends: Pressures on Pay In a Competitive, Transparent Market 2025 Saskatchewan HR Professionals Seminar – Regina Community-Focused Reconciliation 2025 Saskatchewan HR Professionals Seminar – Saskatoon & Virtual Weaving the Web: Seeing Workplace Systems Through an Equity Lens 2025 CPHR Saskatchewan Conference HR Book Club - October Workplace Investigations Certificate Program Mental Health Skills Training: A Certificate Program for HR Professionals Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – Yorkton Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – Swift Current Hiring for Indigenous Relations Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – Prince Albert Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – North Battleford Report Writing Workshop Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – Saskatoon HR Book Club - November Saskatchewan Labour & Employment Law Workshop – Regina Interviewing Techniques Workshop Reconciliation in 2025: Understanding the Post-Federal Election Landscape in Canada Conducting Credibility Assessments Workshop HR Book Club - December Big Changes in 2025: What Can We Expect for 2026? HR Book Club - January HR Book Club - February More Professional Development Options
CPHR DesignationThe next NKE will take place on Nov. 6, 2025. Registration deadline is Sept 12, 2025. Click here for more information. 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 Waiver 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: CPHR Canada has partnered with illuxi to offer a 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. Popular Links
After reviewing all the information, if you have questions, please email info@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: Applicants must successfully demonstrate a minimum of eight (8) examples where HR work is at the advisory HR level and aligned to the HR competencies. There is a maximum of twelve (12) examples that can be provided. VOE Info Session 12pm-1pm via Zoom *This event is for CPHR Candidates only ResourcesA 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 and Guides can help HR practitioners make informed decisions with reliable information on what is occurring in Saskatchewan’s workplaces. Click here to learn more.
CPHR Saskatchewan has put together a list of resources for members and the public to assist with education and taking action to ensure safe workplaces in Saskatchewan. Click here to read more.
CPHR Saskatchewn members are eligible for free access to Perkopolis! Enjoy offers on entertainment, travel, shopping, and more. Find full instructions on how to sign up here.
Job BoardVaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) / University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
|
||||||||||||||||
|
