Governance at HRPA: Protecting the Public, Elevating the Profession

The Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) governs the HR profession in Ontario under the authority of the Registered Human Resources Professionals Act, 2013. 

Our governance framework is designed to:

• Uphold Public Trust: Through transparent, fair, and consistent regulation of HR professionals.
• Support Strategic Oversight: Led by a diverse and skilled Board of Directors, aligned with our regulatory and member-focused mandate.
• Ensure Accountability: With clear roles, robust policies, and inclusive decision-making that reflect the needs of all interested parties.
• Adapt for the Future: Embracing innovation and continuous improvement to stay ahead of workplace and professional trends.

HRPA’s governance is grounded in legislation, driven by purpose, and committed to advancing the HR profession while safeguarding the public interest.

Below you find links to governing legislation, the HRPA's By-Laws and archives of our Annual Meetings and Annual Reports.

Legislation & Regulation

• Registered Human Resources Professionals Act 2013
• Reg. 55/16: DESIGNATIONS AND INITIALS

By-Laws & Schedules

• HRPA General By-Laws
• Schedule 1 – Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct
  
  • Schedule 1a – HRPA Practice Standard - Conducting Workplace Investigations
  • Schedule 1b – HRPA Practice Standard – Addressing Workplace Violence, Including Domestic Violence
• Schedule 2 – Codes of Conduct
• Schedule 3 – Chapter Governance and Operating Terms
• Schedule 4 – Schedule 4 Indemnification Agreement (PDF)
• Schedule 5 - Terms of Reference, Statutory and Standing Regulatory Committees