What do you know about the
2018 Conference: HR Undefined? Did you know we have more breakout sessions to choose from than we've had in previous years? Our PD Manager, Diane Dutton worked with our dedicated Speaker Selection Committee from September - November vetting the 40+ sessions and speakers to ensure that conference attendees have a dynamic and valuable variety to choose from.
These blog articles highlight three conference speakers and one conference sponsor who are all thought leaders in HR and business best practices. Enjoy and we hope to see you at the conference this April!
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HR's Moving Target: Why our approach to change needs to...
Written By: Melanie Peacock, PhD, CPHR "The critical competencies and resources that HR professionals use to facilitate change are not, and should not be, the same ones utilized by leaders, employees and other stakeholders".
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Are You Judging Your Employees Instead of Listening?
Written By: Janet Hueglin Hartwick Have you ever noticed that it's easy to hear devastating news about someone and then think "That's too bad. I wonder what's for lunch?" Unless you are the someone in distress, your brain can have a hard time...
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The Importance of Emotional Intelligence (and How to...
By: Evangeline Berube, a Branch Manager for Robert Half in Edmonton This blog post is a summarized response to the questions submitted during our November 29 Webinar with Robert Half: 2018 Administrative Hiring and Compensation Trends. Watch the...
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Preventing the Tipping Point of a Workplace Crisis - How ...
Written by: Pam Paquet, Paquette and Associates Company workplaces are similar to family households. Both require the people in them to communicate well, cooperate on tasks and have consideration for each other. Whether the group is made up of...
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Upcoming Full-Day PD Sessions:
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HR Law Conferences
8 CPD hours
HR Law moved fast in 2017 - did you keep up? A lot has changed, between updates to the Employment Standards Code and the pending legalization of marijuana, we need a strong understanding of these changes. Learn from Alberta's most knowledgeable legal experts to provide you with up-to-date information for 2018...
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Change Management for the HR Professional
7.5 CPD hours
Change is inevitable and constant - so how does your organization plan for change? As HR leaders it is our responsibility to navigate our teams through change, but sometimes it's difficult to get buy-in from all stakeholders if our plan is not what they expect. To successfully execute change we must...
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Building Organizational Capacity through Effective Mentorship
7.5 CPD hours
Mentoring is a low-cost tool for building employee engagement and productivity. It aids in employee attraction, onboarding and retention. We know that best-in-class organizations embrace mentoring as an important part of their culture and many organizations today are working to develop formal mentoring programs to maximize both individual and organizational learning. So how do you start?
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Our Full 2018 PD Calendar is live
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Go to our event calendar, click 'event types' and select 'full day' or 'half day' in the drop down to see our PD offerings for 2018. We have over 50 events open for registration and more Chapter Events on the way!
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Alberta Labour and the Resources Available to the Employer
1 CPD Hour |
Complimentary Registration
Attend this session to learn about the launch of the Summer Temporary Employment Program in 2018: who is eligible, what the timelines are, and how to apply. We will also review the recent changes to the Canada Alberta Job Grant that were launched in July 2017. Lastly, we will ensure that participants are aware of the role of the Workforce Consultants and how to access them
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Inbox Zero
1.5 CPD hours
Email doesn’t have to rule your day - effectively managing your inbox will reduce your stress and improve your time management skills. This Speaker Series session will teach you email best practices and practical tips to be more strategic and proactive in your digital communication.
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Networking at Noon Sessions
1 CPD Hour
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Personal Dynamics and Communication in the HR Environment
1 CPD Hour
Having effective communication skills is critical to success in business, yet we are often unaware of how much our day-to-day conversations impact us. This workshop will provide HR professionals the opportunity to become more aware of the patterns of communication that can support success, and learn how communication processes can improve interpersonal dynamics in business.
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Successfully Managing Today's Multigenerational Workforce: Motivate, Collaborate, and Engage
1 CPD Hour
January 17 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online | Complimentary
In this informative session, we will discuss the differences in our workforce make-up, common misperceptions, and how to create a culture that brings out the uniqueness in each generation - all while sustaining engagement and your sanity. We will discuss what makes each generation unique, their similarities, what Gen Y is really all about and most importantly, what you can do to ensure no employee is being left behind.
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Business Etiquette: The New Rules in a Digital Age
1 CPD Hour
February 7 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online | Complimentary
Is it OK to friend your boss? Can an e-mail mistake jeopardize your career? There are many gray areas when it comes to communicating in the digital age. This presentation provides guidelines on digital protocols in the workplace, including LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter, as well as traditional communication tools such as e-mail. Find out what executives say about etiquette in the workplace, and learn how to tend to your network in just five minutes a day.
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An Evening with Wayne Thomas
January 25 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm | Spolumbo’s Fine Foods & Deli | Calgary
Let’s come together to visit with Wayne, learn more about his diagnosis of ALS, and raise funds to help in the research ALS. Organized by a committee of Wayne’s friends and HR colleagues, this evening includes a silent auction to help defray some medical costs. To volunteer or donate to the silent auction contact Bruce Covernton:
bruce@bigfishstaffing.com
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CPHR Alberta Announcements
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Nominate an HR instructor you know for our newest award: The Legacy HR Educator Award
The difference a superior instructor can make on a student is profound and lasting. This award recognizes the excellence that Alberta’s HR faculty display both inside and outside of the classroom – do you know an amazing HR instructor? Take a small amount of time to make a big impact and
nominate them for the Legacy HR Educator Award today.
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Call for Editorial Committee Volunteers
We are looking for CPHR Alberta members to contribute to HR Essentials, our blog, and our quarterly magazine. If you enjoy writing, are a subject matter expert, a strong project coordinator and enjoy editing, this is a great way to make connections in the HR community and gain CPD hours. To apply, please fill out a volunteer application through your Member Profile by February 15 and choose Editorial Committee as your primary area of volunteer interest.
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Call for Registration Committee Volunteers
Want to get involved in the CPHR designation process at CPHR Alberta and gain CPD hours? We are recruiting volunteer auditors for our Registration Committee. These positions involve auditing CPD logs specifically, so they’re great opportunities great for detail-oriented individuals. To apply, fill out a volunteer application through your Member Profile by February 1st and choose Registration Committee as your primary area of volunteer interest.
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