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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, a time to honour Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and reflect on the ongoing journey toward reconciliation.
Learn more about the significance of this day and how organizations can meaningfully recognize it.
HRPA Events
Keep up to date with the latest HRPA events.
Sep29
Terminations Done Right, - A Practical Guide Under Ontario Law *New
Terminations are among the most complex and high-risk responsibilities faced by HR professionals and people leaders. This full day, practical...
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Humans of HRPA: (Central and Central East Chapters) Real Stories, Real Leaders
Humans of HRPA: Real Stories, Real LeadersFollowing the strong response to our previous Humans of HRPA events, this popular HR...
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When Jobs Change: How HR Gets Influential in building a Future-Ready Organization
In partnership with:As organizations respond to AI, evolving legislation and changing workforce expectations, the way work is structured cannot remain...
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Human Advantage: First Connections
Human Advantage: First ConnectionsBeyond the name tags.Kick off your summit experience with us on October 1 as we meet new...
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Certificate in Workplace Accommodations Management *New
This program is created in partnership with:Handling workplace accommodations is one of the most challenging and nuanced responsibilities in HR....
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HR’s New Era: What’s Changing for HR Careers and Skills
This webinar is in partnership with AIHRAI is reshaping HR—not simply by replacing jobs, but by changing the work inside...
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Conflict Resolution: Difficult Conversations
This program is created in partnership with: Conflict in the workplace is inevitable, but how it’s managed can determine whether it...
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Project Management Fundamentals Certificate for HR Professionals
In today’s challenging and uncertain times, HR initiatives often involve complex projects —whether it’s implementing a new HR system, managing...
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Canada-U.S. Trade Disruption: What HR Professionals Need to Know About Employment Law
This webinar is in partnership with Peninsula and Hicks Morley: Trade tensions, tariffs, supply chain challenges, and economic uncertainty continue...
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Building a Responsible AI Strategy for the HR Function *New
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how organizations recruit, develop, manage, and support their workforce. Yet most HR departments do not...
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Central West (Bolton): HYBRID Smarter Workplaces: Where HR Strategy Meets Employment Law
Today's HR leaders are expected to balance legal compliance, business performance, employee experience, and emerging technologies—all while making complex workplace...
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Onboarding & AI: What's Changing, What We're Seeing, What To Do About It
In partnership with:Onboarding has long been treated as a checklist: paperwork signed, accounts created, meetings scheduled. That logic is shifting....
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HR Power Lunch: Future-Proofing Talent Strategy in the Age of AI: From Hiring Pipelines to Adaptive Human Potential
Artificial intelligence, labour market disruption, and evolving workforce expectations are reshaping how organizations attract, develop, and retain talent. As the...
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Transformative Recruitment Practices Certificate
In today’s challenging and rapidly evolving world, talent acquisition remains a top priority for CEOs and HR leaders across industries....
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HRPA Student Coffee Chat: Where Entertainment Meets HR
TOPIC: HR in EntertainmentJoin us for a student coffee chat exploring HR in the Entertainment Industry, featuring the Vice President...
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HRPA's Quarterly Legal Updates 2026 - Q4
This webinar is created in partnership with: Register for all 4 Webinars as a package on this page by clicking the...
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HRPA Summit: Human Advantage
This year’s Summit will challenge HR professionals to harness that advantage to drive equity, wellness, innovation, and ethical leadership. Together,...
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Canadian Benefits Certificate Program
This program is created in partnership with:In today’s competitive job market and rapidly changing economic landscape, a strong benefits program...
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Workplace Investigations Training and Certificate Program
Important:You must complete and pass the report writing in order to receive the certificate.Please note:This is an intact program. Each...
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Pay Equity Certificate
This program is created in partnership with:Ensuring pay equity compliance is not just a legal requirement—it’s essential for fairness, employee...
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All in a Day’s Work: Everyday Risks for HR Professionals
In partnership with:On a daily basis, HR professionals make decisions, handle sensitive information, and navigate complex workplace situations—often without realizing...
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Northeast (Kingston) HYBRID HR’s New Legal Reality: AI Tools, Psychological Safety and Performance Management
HR is facing a new legal reality where AI tools, psychological safety, and performance management must be managed together, not...
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HR Power Lunch: From Strategy to Success: Disability Management in a Unionized Workplace
Organizations increasingly recognize disability management as a strategic HR function that directly impacts employee well-being, workforce sustainability, operational effectiveness, and...
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Northern (Thunder Bay) HYBRID Beyond Compliance: Managing Employee Absences and Building a Future-Ready Workforce
HR professionals are navigating increasingly complex workplace challenges—from supporting employees through illness and disability-related absences to ensuring organizations have the...
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Unlocking the Full Value of Your HRPA Knowledge Bank Powered by Mindtools
This webinar is in partnership with Mindtools:Many HRPA members are aware that the Knowledge Bank is available as part of...
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The Osgoode Certificate in Workplace Mental Health Law
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Emerging Challenges in Workplace Investigations: Credibility, Reporting, and the Impact of AI *New
This workshop is developed in partnership with:Workplace investigations are getting ever more complex, with emerging challenges affecting the investigation landscape....
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Mental Health Certificate for HR Professionals
This program is created in partnership with:HR professionals are on the front lines of workplace mental health and wellness, yet...
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Central West (Mississauga): HYBRID Thrive in a Competitive World and Humans of HRPA
Session 1: Unleash the Power of Workforce Well-being: Thrive in a Competitive World - Shelly Meadows & Martin Franchi, Navigation...
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Central HYBRID Practical AI for HR: How We’re Using AI in a Rapidly Changing Workplace
AI is reshaping HR, but many teams are still determining where to begin and how to use it responsibly. This...
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Leading Change in the Age of AI: Building Human-Centered Change Management Competencies *New
This interactive course equips HR professionals to navigate and lead change in rapidly evolving organizational contexts, especially as artificial intelligence...
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Workplace Investigations Training and Certificate Program
Important:You must complete and pass the report writing in order to receive the certificate.Please note:This is an intact program. Each...
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Nov10
Inside Track: Member Information Session
Make the Most of Your HRPA MembershipThere’s more to your HRPA membership than you may realize! Inside Track is designed...
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Humans of HRPA: Real Stories, Real Leaders
8:00 AM | Registration and Networking | Continental breakfast and light refreshments.8:30 AM – 8:45 AM | Event Kickoff and...
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Western (Guelph): HYBRID Operation Update – Employment and Immigration Law
The legal landscape is rapidly changing and becoming more complex. It’s hard to keep up. Leading employment and immigration lawyers...
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HR Power Lunch: Compensation Reviews - Data & Decision Making
This session delves into the array of data available for compensation reviews and provides guidance on how build as valid...
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Southwest (Chatham): HYBRID Legal and Ethical Mastery for HR in Managing Harassment Complaints
Most organizations have anti-harassment training in place, yet harassment, bullying, and discrimination persist, often escalating into formal complaints, investigations, and...
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Canadian Pensions Certificate Program
Pensions and retirement savings used to be a relatively straightforward area for HR professionals.Not anymore.While still a very important element...
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Labour Relations Certificate Program
This program is created in partnership with:For HR professionals working in unionized environments, labour relations can be complex and challenging—and...
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HRPA Student Coffee Chat: HR & Labour Relations; Government Edition
TOPIC: HR in Government OrganizationsJoin us for a student coffee chat on HR in Government Organizations, featuring a Consultant, Employee...
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Central East (Ajax): HYBRID Holiday Social with Employment Law Update with Laura Williams
🎄 SAVE THE DATE! 🎄HRPA Central East Chapter Holiday BreakfastCelebrate. Connect. Be Inspired.Join us for a festive morning of great...
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The Osgoode Certificate in Advanced Human Resources Law for Senior HR Executives
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Northeast (Ottawa): HYBRID An HR Professional’s Guide to Addressing Organizational Risk Factors for Burnout | Humans of HRPA
Agenda7:30 AM – 8:00 AM Breakfast and Networking (IN-PERSON ONLY)8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Keynote Presentation by Lydia Di...
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HR Power Lunch: Talent Transformation: Shifting from a Linear to an Agile Mindset
Canadian employers are global leaders in agile adoption, but they also say "quality" is their top barrier to hiring. In...
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HRPA Student Coffee Chat: Banking on People; HR in Financial Services
TOPIC: HR in FinanceJoin us for a student coffee chat exploring HR in the Finance Industry, featuring a Senior Manager,...
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