Canadian HR Reporter

March 10, 2014

Canadian HR Reporter is the national journal of human resource management. It features the latest workplace news, HR best practices, employment law commentary and tools and tips for employers to get the most out of their workforce.

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CANADIAN HR REPORTER CANADIAN HR REPORTER March 10, 2014 March 10, 2014 CALENDAR CALENDAR 13 13 APRIL 1 2 Retail Human Resources Conference A human resources conference designed by retailers, for retailers, to offer practical takeaways, a toolkit of fresh ideas to tackle today's challenges and excellent networking opportunities. Addresses the most current issues facing HR professionals working in the retail industry. Presented by: The Retail Council of Canada Location: Mississauga, Ont. Cost: Member $475; non-member $595 Tel.: (888) 373-8245 Email: jchan@retailcouncil.org Web: www.rcchrconference.ca APRIL 8 Respect in Action: For High Functioning Teams This workshop focuses on organizational performance by developing self-awareness, relational competencies and leadership attributes. Proactively prevent or address team challenges, conflicts and dysfunction. Learn the knowledge, skills, attitudes and resources needed to design a positive and productive culture. Presented by: BC Human Resources Management Association Location: Victoria Cost: Member $240; non-member $355 Tel.: (250) 479-4235 Email: registration@bchrma.org. Web: www.bchrma.org APRIL 8 9 Ignite Business Event (iBE) Expo The iBE Expo is a show for those who co-ordinate events, conferences and incentive travel recognition programs. iBE Expo access is free to all planners, plus receive complimentary tickets to sessions when you book one-on- one appointments with exhibitors. Connect with tourism and event industry suppliers, experience zones that stimulate creativity and find inspiration through high- profile speakers. Presented by: Ignite Magazine Location: Toronto Cost: Free Tel.: (647) 637-9952 Email: melaya@ignitemag.ca Web: www.ignitemag.ca APRIL 9 IPM Halifax One Day Conference Sessions include critical issues in employment law, time management, engagement and energized employees, and moral leadership. Presented by: IPM - Institute of Professional Management Location: Halifax Cost: Member $119; non-member $139 Tel.: (888) 441-0000 Email: info@workplace.ca Web: www.workplace.ca APRIL 9 10 HRIA Annual Conference and Trade Show The 2014 conference will drive attendees to focus on exploring, setting and working towards the goals they wish to achieve, to connect with the individuals and suppliers available to help attain those goals and to renew skills, thoughts and action plans for the workplace and beyond. Visit Canadian HR Reporter at our Thomson Reuters booth. Presented by: Human Resources Institute of Alberta Location: Calgary Cost: Member $900; non-member $1,000 Tel.: (403) 541-8703 Email: jchapman@hria.ca Web: www.hriaconference.com APRIL 9 11 Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association Spring Workshop Sessions are varied and cover topical issues that challenge HR professionals. This three-day event includes a free half-day workshop on April 9. Presented by: Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association Location: Niagara Falls, Ont. Cost: Member $399; non-member $499 Tel.: (705) 538-0176 Email: customerservice@omhra. on.ca Web: www.omhra.ca APRIL 10 Employment Standards This seminar is a comprehensive introduction to the standards of employment across the country. Ideal for payroll professionals who need to ensure they are complying with the employment standards requirements in multiple jurisdictions, human resources and office managers, and other business professionals who want an in-depth knowledge of employment standards as they relate to payroll. Presented by: Canadian Payroll Association Location: Kelowna, B.C. Cost: Member $399; non-member $649 Tel.: (800) 387-4693 ext. 128 Email: kristina.bruce@payroll.ca Web: www.payroll.ca APRIL 10 West ern Conference on Safety With more than 25 sessions and a 70-plus booth trade show, the one-day event provides a blend of seminars aimed at everyone from the new safety committee member to the most experienced safety professional. Visit Canadian HR Reporter and Canadian Occupational Safety magazines at our Thomson Reuters booth. Presented by: Pacific Safety Center Location: Vancouver Cost: $495 Tel.: (604) 233-1842 Email: registration@ pacificsafetycenter.com Web: www.pacificsafetycenter. com/wcs14 APRIL 23 25 Linking HR Strategy to Business Strategy Designed for HR professionals with at least three years' experience managing an HR department or functional specialty. Learn to quantify outcomes and connect them to business goals, sequence presentations to gain sponsorship for HR initiatives, develop allies within the senior business team and more. Presented by: Queens University IRC Location: Toronto Cost: $3,495 Tel.: (888) 858-7838 Email: irc@queensu.ca Web: irc.queensu.ca APRIL 29 SCNetwork 35th Anniversary Conference A full-day conference to mark this milestone anniversary for the Strategic Capability Network, a member-based organization founded by business leaders for business leaders. Features a lineup of speakers with sessions including: the leader as a thinker; the leader as a strategist; the leader as a coach; and the leader as a change agent. Presented by: Strategic Capability Network Location: Toronto Cost: Free for SCNetwork members. (Only members may attend, see www.scnetwork.ca for membership details.) Tel.: (416) 979-0114 Web: www.scnetwork.ca/events APRIL 29 30 Partners in Prevention The event brings together more than 4,500 health and safety professionals for networking, education and knowledge-sharing. Features more than 60 interactive sessions, workshops and professional development courses, including a panel featuring best practices from winners of Canada's Safest Employers Awards. The trade show includes more than 400 exhibitors; visit Canadian HR Reporter and Canadian Occupational Safety magazines at our Thomson Reuters booth. Presented by: Workplace Safety & Prevention Services Location: Mississauga, Ont. Cost: $699 Tel.: (905) 614-1400 Email: conference@wsps.ca Web: www. PartnersinPreventionConference. com WEBINAR SERIES Claudine Kapel GETTING COMPENSATION BACK ON TRACK Practical action plans for alleviating common pain points Webinar Speaker: Claudine Kapel, Kapel and Associates Inc. DATE: MAR. 20, 2014 TIME: 12 – 1 PM ET IGNITING THE INNOVATION SPARK IN YOUR ORGANIZATION Get excited by innovation and the role it can play in your workplace culture and business Webinar Speakers: Arupa Tesolin, Learning Paths International DATE: MAR. 27, 2014 TIME: 12 – 1 PM ET Arupa Tesolin THE CANADA LABOUR CODE: A PRIMER FOR FEDERALLY REGULATED EMPLOYERS Federally regulated businesses must follow different employment standards than those under provincial jurisdiction. Learn the fi ner points of compliance under federal employment standards legislation Webinar Speaker: Tom Gorsky and Jennifer Hodgins, Sherrard Kuzz LLP DATE: APR. 10, 2014 TIME: 12 – 1 PM ET ACCOMMODATING PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Learn best practices to facilitate the development of a more inclusive, barrier- free work environment that promotes the participation of persons with disabilities Webinar Speaker: John Dorland, Graybridge Malkam DATE: ON-DEMAND John Dorland Tom Gorsky Just $69 plus applicable taxes. | To register visit: http://cpdcentre.ca/hrreporter/ ADVERTISING INDEX COMPENSATION COMPENSATION The Resource Corporation www.resourcecorporation.com .............. pg. 2 EMPLOYMENT LAW EMPLOYMENT LAW Kuretzky Vassos LLP www.kuretzkyvassos.com .................... pg. 10 HR CAREER DEVELOPMENT HR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Canadian HR Press www.canadianhrpress.ca .................... pg. 11 OUTPLACEMENT OUTPLACEMENT Career Marketing Specialists www.CMScareers.ca ............................. pg. 1 PAYROLL PAYROLL Canadian Payroll Association www.payroll.ca ..................................... pg. 6 RECRUITMENT & STAFFING RECRUITMENT & STAFFING Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada www.CPASource.com ............................ pg. 8 Express Services Inc. www.RefreshLeadership.com/LIVE ........ pg. 5 JobWings Careers www.jobs.ca ......................................... pg. 3 TECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGY Canadian Payroll Association www.payroll.ca ..................................... pg. 6 TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Conference Board of Canada, The www.conferenceboard.ca/HRworkshops . pg. 12 hundreds more HR-related events online at: Hosting an event? 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