Fall Professional Development with CPHR Alberta

With the year quickly drawing to a close, ensure you get those CPD hours before it's too late! 

We have many great opportunities to learn and grow with us throughout the next 3 months, from Certificate Programs, to Partner Webinar opportunities. 

Check out what's upcoming below: 

October PD: 

October HR Roundtable 
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Virtual - Complimentary for Members
CPD Hours: 1
The HR Virtual Roundtable is a monthly opportunity for CPHR Alberta members to connect with other members and discuss current and/or emerging HR topics.
In this structured conversation, participants will be split into smaller breakout groups, offering members quality time to discuss topic questions, network with one another, share ideas and perspectives, receive support, and inspiration. 

 
Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Virtual - Complimentary for Members 
CPD Hours: 1 
This session dives into the transformative impact of talent management within the HR department. Discover how strategic acquisition and employee development empower HR to become a driving force for organizational success. It involves analyzing the current talent within the HR team, identifying the required gaps to achieve the business' goals, and optimizing the workforce.
 
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm 
Virtual - Complimentary for Members
CPD Hours: 1
Are your organization's mental health and general wellness initiatives falling short despite significant investment? You're not alone. Join us for this insightful presentation that looks at the core reasons for such failures that are regularly missed or ignored and what needs to be done to ensure effectiveness in your workplace mental health and general wellness initiatives. 
 
Head over to our PD Page to view all the different dates and times available for this program. Offered throughout October and November with morning and afternoon cohorts. 
Virtual - Member $1,600 +GST | Non-member $1,850 +GST
CPD Hours: 21 
The role of Human Resource Professionals within an organization continues to evolve and with it, a shifting perspective on the expectations placed on HR when it comes to workplace mental health. Not only that, but a muddiness in accountability and responsibility between HR and the Business might have increased tensions between yourself and the very partners you’re meant to be supporting.
 
Tuesday, October 22 2024 to Thursday, October 24, 2024
Virtual - Member $1,000 +GST | Non-Member $1,250 +GST 
CPD Hours: 21
This certificate program combines live virtual instruction through Zoom with hands-on experiential learning through case studies, scenarios, group work/break out discussions and simulations.  
 
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual - Complimentary  for Members 
CPD Hours: 1 
This talk dives into the current reality of HR careers, drawing from a global study of more than 3 million HR profiles, surveys with 350 HR professionals, and in-depth career stories of 10 senior HR leaders to explore 4 pressing questions. 
 
The Trauma-Informed HR Professional
Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Virtual - Member $399 +GST | Non-Member $450 +GST
CPD Hours: 7
This Trauma-Informed HR Professional training is designed to empower HR professionals with the knowledge and tools to apply a trauma-informed lens in their work. Participants will explore the fundamental concepts of trauma-informed practices, including understanding what a trauma-informed lens is and recognizing the benefits of incorporating it into the workplace.
 
November PD:

November HR Roundtable 
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 from 9:00am to 10:00am
Virtual - Complimentary for Members
CPD Hours: 1
In this structured conversation, participants will be split into smaller breakout groups, offering members quality time to discuss topic questions, network with one another, share ideas and perspectives, receive support, and inspiration.  It goes without saying that confidentiality and the willingness to share are key to the success of this event. 

Enhancing your Organizational Culture Certificate of Completion - 3 Day Certificate Program 
Tuesday, November 5, 6 & 7, 2024 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Virtual - Member $1,295 +GST | Non-Member $1,495 +GST
CPD Hours: 21
You can create a vibrant, profitable culture within your organization by learning how to enhance it. With our Enhancing Your Organizational Culture™ Certificate Program, you will learn the tools needed to boost morale and bring positive energy into the workplace. Learn strategies for increasing productivity and performance, solving problems quickly and easily, lowering employee attrition, raising profits and sales - not to mention reduce stress levels amongst employees!

Partner Webinar - Unlock Talent Intelligence with AI
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual - Complimentary for Members
CPD Hours: 1
Discover how AI can revolutionize talent management. Explore practical strategies to leverage AI for identifying and developing top talent, enhancing decision-making, and refining talent strategies.

Report Writing Workshop - Half Day PD 
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 8:30am to 12:00pm
Virtual - Member $199 +GST | Non-Member $250 +GST
CPD Hours: 3.5
This half-day workshop will provide the overall purpose, right down to the details you need, to ensure your report withstands the highest level of scrutiny.  You have conducted interviews of your Complainant, Respondent, and Witnesses, analyzed dozens of documents, assessed other evidence, and now you need to write a report.

Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast 
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 from 8:30am to 10:30am
Virtual - Member $50 +GST | Non-Member $75 +GST
CPD Hours: 2
Organizational culture has a profound impact on the success or failure of any strategic initiative, including diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. Despite substantial investments in DEI programs, many organizations struggle to drive meaningful and lasting change. This workshop will explore why culture is the key factor in determining the outcome of your DEI strategy, and provide a practical framework for aligning your culture with your DEI goals.

Interviewing Techniques Workshop - Full Day PD 
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 from 8:30am to 4:30pm
Virtual - Member $399 +GST | Non-Member $450 +GST
CPD Hours: 7
This workshop is the practical extension of the interviewing module in the Workplace Investigations Training Certificate program. A successful investigation interview requires planning, learned skills and tips, focus and excellent communication skills. This day is filled with mini-scenarios and practice opportunities. 

Chapter Mingles 

Stay tuned for Mingles in each chapter! More information to come soon. 

December PD: 

December HR Roundtable 
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 9:00am to 10:00am
Virtual - Complimentary for Members
CPD Hours: 1
In this structured conversation, participants will be split into smaller breakout groups, offering members quality time to discuss topic questions, network with one another, share ideas and perspectives, receive support, and inspiration.  It goes without saying that confidentiality and the willingness to share are key to the success of this event. 


Conducting Credibility Assessments Workshop - Full Day PD 
Monday, December 9, 2024 from 8:30am to 4:30pm 
Virtual - Member $399 +GST | Non-Member $450 +GST 
CPD Hours: 7 
This workshop is designed to build on the Credibility Assessments module identified in the Workplace Investigations Certificate workshop. Conducting credibility assessments is a critical analysis required when one person's version of events is different from another's and there is little corroborative evidence for either version - commonly known as he said/she said investigations.

 

 

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2025 Year-End Message - Geordie MacPherson

By Jessica Jaithoo • December 17, 2025
As we close out 2025, I’m feeling genuinely proud of what CPHR Alberta has accomplished this year, and grateful for the members, volunteers, partners, and staff who made it possible. Together, we’ve continued to strengthen the value of the CPHR designation, expanded professional development opportunities, and deepened relationships with government, post-secondary institutions, and business leaders. This year also brought some milestones worth celebrating. We’re ending 2025 in a financially stable position, and our membership grew by 7% , which is a nice reminder that the HR community is thriving, and that we are still the kind of people others willingly choose to join. One of the most important pieces of work this year was launching our 2026–2028 Strategic Plan. This roadmap was shaped by member input, market research, and alignment with CPHR Canada’s national priorities. It’s the product of a truly collaborative process led by our Board and operations team, forward-looking, grounded in data, and practical in how it positions us for what’s next. At its core, the plan strengthens the HR profession and supports the people who drive it, reinforcing our commitment to a resilient and inclusive HR community. I encourage you to read it and see where we’re headed. View the Strategic Plan here. Our pursuit of self-regulation remains a priority, and our advocacy efforts this year continued to deepen relationships with government and position HR as a trusted profession. We’re making progress, ensuring HR’s voice is present in key policy conversations and recognized where it matters most. If nothing else, we are getting very good at showing up, staying thoughtful, and keeping the conversation moving forward. To build on this momentum, we’re currently recruiting two Chartered Members and up to one Public Members to join our Board. We’re looking for candidates with prior governance experience and strengths in areas such as strategic business leadership, financial management, legal expertise, or IDEA. It’s also important to us to have meaningful geographic representation from outside Calgary and Edmonton, because Alberta is bigger than two postal codes, and our Board should reflect that. You can learn more about the process and requirements through our blog , and I’d encourage you to apply or share the opportunity with someone who’d be a great fit. Applications close January 9, 2026. Chartered and Retired Members: Apply through your member portal Public Members: Contact Heather McMaster at hmcmaster@cphrab.ca for application details As the holiday season approaches, I hope you find time to rest, recharge, and take a moment to acknowledge what you’ve contributed this year, professionally and personally. Thank you for everything you do to advance the HR profession. I’m confident that, together, we’ll continue building something even stronger in 2026. And if your out-of-office message is already drafted, I respect the efficiency. Geordie MacPherson, CEC, CPHR, SHRM-SCP Chair, Board of Directors, CPHR Alberta

2025 Year-End Message - Ioana Giurca

By Jessica Jaithoo • December 17, 2025
As we close out 2025, I am proud to reflect on the incredible work our association has accomplished this year. With the support of CPHR Canada, we continue to strengthen a national network of over 33,000 HR practitioners and professionals, including more than 7,300 in Alberta. Our collaboration with provincial counterparts, post-secondary institutions, local chambers, and government partners remains central to promoting the value of hiring a designated professional and advancing consistent standards across Canada. This year, CPHR Alberta grew by 7%, with the majority of new members coming from students and emerging HR professionals—the future of our profession. Thank you to all our members for the work you do every day to elevate the profession. Operationally, 2025 was a year of engagement and impact. We hosted 76 events across Alberta, the Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, welcoming over 6,300 attendees to workshops, roundtables, webinars, and community sessions. Complimentary events played a key role in sustaining access to learning and connection for our members. Our Annual Conference was a highlight, bringing together a sold-out audience, a fully booked exhibitor space, and earning strong satisfaction ratings with 77% of attendees rating their experience positively. Thoughtful planning is already underway for our 2026 Conference on June 2 and 3 at the BMO Centre in Calgary, where expanded attendee capacity, increased exhibitor space, and enhanced programming will elevate the experience for HR professionals across our jurisdiction. Through our marketing campaign, we focused on raising awareness of the strategic value a CPHR brings to organizations. The results speak for themselves with 10% of new members joined after seeing our campaign, and website traffic increased by 17%, averaging over 55,000 views per month. In 2025, CPHR Alberta navigated Ministry changes, new mandate letters, and changes to professional governance. The Professional Governance Act (PGA) was introduced in the Spring of 2025 and received royal assent in May. This was a long-awaited and important step forward. CPHR Alberta operations and the Board are at work reviewing the legislation and anticipating the incoming regulations. We have continued our focus in broader advocacy and engagement to promote the profession as a leading voice, valued partner and knowledge expert. Throughout the year, we deepened our existing relationships, built new ones, and partnered on impactful projects at various levels of government and with community partners. We look forward to continuing to highlight the significance and impact of the profession within our organizations and communities throughout 2026. Looking ahead, we are excited to implement our 2026–2028 Strategic Plan , continue rolling out our new member recognition program, and shine a spotlight on our incredible HR community at our Member Recognition Gala in April. We will also advance our work toward self-regulation, ensuring the HR profession is recognized and trusted for its impact on organizations and communities. I want to thank our incredible team at CPHR Alberta and the many volunteers who make our work possible. Your dedication ensures we deliver value to our members and advance the HR profession every day. Thank you also to our Board of Directors for their guidance and leadership throughout the year.  As the holiday season approaches, I wish you joy, rest, and time to celebrate your accomplishments. Together, we are shaping the future of HR—and I look forward to all we will achieve in 2026. Ioana Giurca, CEO, CPHR Alberta

An Update from your Board of Directors – November 2025

By Jessica Jaithoo • December 4, 2025
As the governing voice of CPHR Alberta, the Board of Directors meets quarterly to provide oversight and guidance in several key areas. The Board, alongside CPHR Alberta operations, continues to deliver on the association's strategic priorities developed in the 2020 strategic plan. To ensure transparency between our Board of Directors, members and key stakeholders, we are sharing post-meeting messages to inform the steps taken towards advancing our profession and ensuring a financially stable association. The Board of Directors met on November 27, 2025, and is proud to share the strong momentum we are experiencing across our community. The Board’s key messages are as follows: Membership Growth As of September 30, 2025, we reached 7,213 active members, a 7% year-over-year increase, with the majority coming from student and emerging HR professionals. This growth affirms the momentum of our HR profession and the impact of our student engagement initiatives. Professional Development Member participation remains strong with 53 events held year-to-date, with 5,013 attendees across workshops, roundtables, webinars, and community sessions. Our complimentary events have played a key role in sustaining engagement and access to learning. Annual Conference The Annual Conference was a heavy focus for the association in Q3. The sold-out event continues to bring together our community for valuable professional development and networking opportunities, creating a strong foundation for 2026. Attendees reported high satisfaction, with over 370 in attendance, and a sold-out exhibitor hall. “The CPHR conference was incredibly educational and inspiring. The speakers motivated me, and it was an experience I’ll never forget. I really enjoyed it, grew closer to my team, and I definitely want to attend again.” – 2025 Conference Attendee The 2026 event will be held at the BMO Centre, in Calgary on June 2 and 3 – with increased capacity, expanded exhibitor space, and enhanced programming will elevate the experience for all HR professionals across Alberta, NWT and Nunavut. Self-Regulation The Board continues to assess the implications of Alberta’s Professional Governance Act (PGA), including: Advocacy, legal, and governance impact assessments are being commissioned. Preliminary recommendations from management will be brought to the Board in March and June 2026, leading to a formal decision. Further information will be shared, when ready.  Future Vision Approved: 2026-2028 Strategic Plan Our new 2026–2028 Strategic Plan will be rolled out in December to all members. The 3-year Strategic Plan, crafted from member feedback, market research, and collaboration with CPHR Canada – aims to strengthen our profession’s influence, amplifies leadership, and creates pathways for all members to thrive. Fiscal Responsibility Our Q3 financial review remains on track for a balanced year-end forecast. The 2026 draft budget has been approved – aligning resources with our strategic priorities while maintaining a disciplined and responsible financial approach. Board Governance Our board continues to focus on good governance practice, ensure stability, clarity, and accountability across our organization. FCPHR Nominations A reminder that the prestigious Fellowship Award is open for nominations! This national program recognizes Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHRs) who have made exemplary contributions to the HR profession. Recipients are granted recognition as a Fellow of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (FCPHR). Click here to learn more about the Fellowship Award, including the guidelines and completing your nomination. You can also download a copy of the nomination form here. The next Board meeting takes place in March 2026, after which we will again share our key messages. If you have any questions regarding these key messages or the Board of Directors, please contact chair@cphrab.ca . We welcome your feedback!
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