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Renew your 2013 HRIA membership! |
Please note that the 2013 membership dues must be submitted by February 28. Login to your Member Profile and pay your dues online to maintain membership. |
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Labour shortages are a common discussion at this time. Learning and applying new strategies on how to recruit would be eligible for recertification points. Implementing new recruiting strategies to meet your organization's needs would be considered a significant first-time initiative. Training and information sessions that would help you identify strategies to effectively recruit internationally could also be counted as part of your professional development.
If you have questions about recertification, contact Pat Hanlon. |
| CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | |
67 New HR Jobs have been posted to the HR Job Source in the past month including titles such as:
Recruitment Specialist
Director, HR Services
Senior Learning Advisor
Login to your profile to view all available postings. |
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Survey Participants Needed
Are you an employer, manager or HR professional who provides information about benefit programs to your employees?
Participants needed for this short survey
being conducted to inform the creation of a knowledge translation (KT) strategy for Canada's Compassionate Care Benefit (CCB), which offers workers a temporary, paid leave from employment to support a family member or a friend at the end of life.
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The need to recruit new and effective talent continues to grow in Alberta. More Baby Boomers are reaching the age of retirement and many roles, which are vital to the organization, have no planned successor. As a result, recruitment techniques and tools are growing in importance, especially in Alberta. HR professionals and recruitment specialists need to think outside the box when it comes to finding that perfect hire to fill key roles.
As always, your feedback is appreciated - let us know your thoughts or any new ideas you may have to enhance our communications. Send us a note at articles@hria.ca .
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9 Ways HR & Recruiting Technology will Evolve in the Next 4 Years
Technology is a bit hard to predict - and four years can have a dramatic difference in the products and services available for recruiters, HR professionals, and employers. How will HR and recruiting technology evolve over the next four
Alberta to Recruit American War Vets to Work in Oilsands
Alberta is seeking to recruit an army of oilsands workers - literally. The province is on the march to attract thousands of demobilized U.S. military personnel to help develop what's been touted as Canada's economic engine for coming decades, the oilsands.....Read More
5 Ways to Uncover a Job Candidate's Hidden Strengths & Weaknesses
Recruiting is easy, but talent hiring is tough. When you're recruiting, you're
looking at concrete facts - the applicant's work history, experience in the field, education and availability......Read More  |
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Member Satisfaction Survey Issued February 6
We want to hear from you! As part of our ongoing commitment to our members, we want to ensure we are delivering the value you expect from your membership. Your feedback is required in order to continue moving the organization forward and to ensure we are on the right track.
This independent survey is being conducted by the Association Resource Centre on behalf of HRIA and the survey link was emailed to all members on February 6, 2013. All responses are confidential and the data received will be used as important input to our ongoing planning activities. Surveys must be completed by February 20th.
If you have questions or troubles with the survey, please contact: Janice MacPherson, Director, Member Development at jmacpherson@hria.ca |
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Update on One Association
We are pleased to announce that many steps have been taken towards our goal of One Association. In December 2012, HRMAE passed the vote to dissolve and become an HRIA Edmonton Chapter. HRMAL is currently gathering votes on the dissolution of their Association to become the Lethbridge Chapter. HRAC has also recently announced their intentions by hosting a Special Meeting on April 24th to vote on their dissolution and the creation of an HRIA Calgary Chapter. Thank you to all members for your support- look for more updates in the near future.
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CRA Tax Changes
Tax changes currently being implemented by CRA have the potential to dramatically affect contractors, contingent knowledge workers, and the corporations they work for. Contractors represent a significant talent pool which many Alberta companies depend on to operate effectively and efficiently. What would be the impact on your organization if these CRA changes forced 1/3 of your contractors into bankruptcy?
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LAWS OF LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Monday Mornings, February 25 - April 22/ 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Calgary, HRIA Boardroom
Are you ready to increase your confidence and influence? Do you want to achieve better results in a key area of your personal or professional life? This unique opportunity is designed to help Human Resources Professionals develop their leadership potential and to grow personally and professionally. This is an 8 week in-depth Mastermind Group Study on "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" by John Maxwell - one of the best-selling leadership books of all time. Join forces with a unique group of like-minded individuals who are focused on understanding the foundation of leadership. Register Now! |
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PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE FOR SUPERVISORS AND STEWARDS
March 13 / 8:00 am : Edmonton, Westin Hotel
Are you a Supervisor or Manager from a unionized workplace?
Learn how to put the principles of progressive discipline into action by attending this practical one-day seminar for front line employer and union representatives.
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IPM ONE DAY CONFERENCES:
MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT: RAISING ISSUES, SOLVING PROBLEMS
April 30 / 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM: Calgary, Hotel Blackfoot
May 2 / 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM: Edmonton, Chateau Louis Hotel
IPM offers HRIA members the discounted rate of $119.00 for registrations received by Feb. 28, 2013. Four sessions include: Today's Critical Issues in Employment Law with Tom Ross and Colin Fetter, Moral Leadership: Doing What's Right for You and Your Organization with Craig Dowden, Bounce Forward: Charting Your Course to Resilience with Charmaine Hammond and Crucial Accountability- What Managers Need to Know with Murray Low.
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ALBERTA'S BEST WORKPLACES AWARDS
Produced by Alberta Venture in partnership with the HRIA, the Alberta's Best Workplaces awards recognizes businesses with world-class workplace culture and employee well-being. Finalists for the awards are featured in the June issue of Alberta Venture, online at albertaventure.com, honoured at an exclusive conference and gala dinner on May 23, 2013 and receive free jobs postings to venturejobs.ca for six months. With a print and online audience of more than 200,000 professionals, Alberta's Best Workplaces program offers you unparalleled exposure. It's free to apply - just fill out the online form at: albertaventure.com/bestwork by February 22, 2013 |
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EDMONTON
HRMAE has passed the vote to become the Edmonton Chapter of HRIA. What does this mean to you?
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CENTRAL ALBERTA
The Central Alberta Chapter is looking for six volunteers to fulfill roles including Chapter President, Chapter Vice-President and Professional Development Committee Members. The volunteers would proactively guide service delivery of professional development and networking, and lead the decision making regarding local activities.
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per month
Tasks include determining upcoming PD and Networking events in the region, hosting meetings, assisting with registration at sessions, compiling feedback from members and acting as a contact for recruitment of new volunteers.
Interested? Contact Wendy German by February 28
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CALGARY
HRAC has scheduled a Special Meeting to vote on the dissolution of HRAC and the creation of an HRIA Calgary Chapter.
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LETHBRIDGE
HRMAL hosted a Special Meeting yesterday to vote on the dissolution of HRMAL and the creation of an HRIA Lethbridge Chapter. If you were unable to attend the Special Meeting in person, you can still partake in the vote until February 25th.
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Thank you to our volunteers:
- Team Lead - Rosemarri Klamn, CHRP
- Jennifer Page
- Michelle Van Elsberg, CHRP
STAFF
- Erica Blain, Communications Coordinator, HRIA
- Kari Whipple, Manager, Member Services, HRAC
- Bailey Lomas, Marketing Assistant, HRIA
- Cori Imbery, Manager, Marketing and Communications, HRIA
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