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THIS YEAR, the Canadian HR Awards went virtual for the very first time. And although it may have been a somewhat
different experience than the glitz and glamour of our usual in-person soirée, it was no less fun, and for the winners and
finalists, the recognition meant just as much.
In fact, going virtual actually allowed us to offer our audience even more in terms of stellar content and live debate.
From panel discussions with globally recognized leaders, peer-to-peer networking and witty, insightful acceptance
speeches, Canadian HR Awards 2020 was a roaring success. Hosting more than 1,000 virtual attendees from all over the
world, this year's celebrations proved the overwhelming importance and need for reward and recognition — especially in
these trying times. And isn't this the very essence of HR? After all, if this pandemic has taught us anything, it's that the HR
profession really rallies together to help weather disruption. The 2020 commemorative guide is a who's who of HR in
Canada — celebrating teams, organizations and, of course, those incredibly special individuals who have helped us all
survive and thrive in the past year.
HRD would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our esteemed sponsors, congratulate all of this year's lucky
winners and thank each and every person who helped make the Canadian HR Awards 2020 such a triumph.
The year 2020 has been one of great upheaval. COVID-19 has changed our whole world,
impacting everything from our social lives to our working habits.
However, that doesn't mean it will stop our celebrations.
A NEW WAY
TO CELEBRATE
