Member Programs

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CPHR ALBERTA MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Discover the CPHR Alberta Mentorship Program

The Mentorship Program is one of our most valuable member benefits, helping hundreds of members grow professionally and personally. By joining, you’ll connect with HR professionals, learn about industry challenges, and find unique solutions. These relationships support your career growth and raise the standard for human resources.


Program Overview

· Open to all CPHR Alberta members.

· Meetings can be virtual or in-person.

· Mentorship relationships last from 2 hours to 6 months depending on the mentorship stream you select. 

· Formalize existing mentoring relationships with a Mentoring Agreement to qualify for CPD hours.

Mentorship Streams

Walk & Talk – a one-time, two-hour meeting between a senior HR leader and CPHR Alberta member. This stream is ideal for individuals who are: 

  • Looking to build confidence
  • Looking for insights and guidance on potential career paths 
  • Transitioning into the workplace after completing their education 
  • Returning after a leave of absence or from working abroad 
  • Bring international experience and are looking to connect a mentor with has navigated integration into the Canadian 

Group Mentoring – is for CPHR Alberta members who are looking to connect with a small group of their peers in a mentoring environment. 

  • Participants (protégés) will be assigned in a group alongside three (3) others to a single lead participant (mentor) with similar interests. 
  • Helps individuals understand mentorship alongside their peers and to better prepare themselves for future 1-on-1 mentorship relationships 
  • Connect an individual with a small group of others with similar interests and experiences. 
  • Groups can range from those with little professional work experience (0-3 years) to those with plenty (20+) 

Peer to Peer - connects two individuals at a similar career stage or level supporting each other, sharing experiences and offering mutual guidance. Ideal for members who are looking for: 

  • a collaborative learning environment to strengthen best practices in the workplace
  • the ability to network with someone at the same level, career stage, or same field of HR (i.e. labour relations, compensation & benefits). 

Career Development Stream - provides members developing in the profession with the opportunity to connect on a regular basis with a senior professional. Ideal for members who are looking for: 

  • Guidance in skill-building, decision-making, and career advancement. 
  • Support in building professional credibility 
  • Exploring ways to demonstrate professional capability 

Leadership Mentorship Stream - pairs up and coming HR leaders with senior HR professionals to support leadership growth, strategic thinking, and career advancement. Through one-to-one mentorship, protégés gain senior level insight, strengthen their professional capability, and prepare for increased responsibility and influence within the profession. 


Up and Coming HR leaders are professionals who:

  • Have several years of experience and a strong foundation in HR 
  • Demonstrate leadership potential and initiative 
  • Are preparing for their first leadership role or broader impact 
  • Seek guidance on leadership style, strategy, and career progression 

Senior HR Professionals are those who: 

  • Have made an organizational impact through strategic leadership 
  • Have a high responsibility in HR 
  • Are considered a thought leader 
  • Mentors are experienced senior leaders who share practical insight, perspective, and guidance to help develop the next generation of HR leaders. 

Program Intake

Key Dates: 


Applications Open: November 2, 2026 

Applications Close: January 4, 2027 

Matching: January 5, 2027 – January 13, 2027 

Pairing Notifications: January 14, 2027 – January 15, 2027 

How to Apply

  1. Sign-in to your member portal 
  2. Navigate to Event & Program Registration 
  3. Review the Mentorship Handbook 
  4. Click on Mentorship Application 
  5. Fill out the Mentor or Protégé Application
  6. Click submit 

Contact

For questions about the program, contact mentorship@cphrab.ca