June 5, 2025
The HRPA Ignite Series is designed to spark inspiration, ignite fresh perspectives, and fuel transformative learning for HR professionals. In our second installment of the series, we’re focusing on one of the most pressing challenges HR professionals faces today — employee well-being.
With the pace of work accelerating and employee expectations evolving, organizations must embrace prioritizing the health, resilience, and engagement of employees. HR professionals and business leaders play a critical role in nurturing environments that support mental, physical, and emotional well-being—leading to more engaged, resilient, and high-performing teams.
HRPA Ignite: Wellness will be a dynamic learning experience, exploring innovative wellness strategies that impact performance, resilience, and retention. We will be digging into the real challenges HR professionals face – burnout, mental health, engagement – and delivering practical tools to build healthier high-performing workplace.
Join us and walk away with the tools to lead with purpose, champion well-being, and build a workplace where people — and businesses — flourish.
Secure your spot at HRPA Ignite: Wellness and join a dynamic community of HR leaders shaping the future of work.
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EVENT DETAILS
📍Location: Hybrid
In Person: The Quay
Virtual: Livestream
🗓️ Date: June 5, 2025
🕛 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Agenda
*Program subject to change.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Registration & Arrival
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM | Opening Remarks
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM | Opening Keynote
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM | Opening Panel: The Business Case for Well-being
Focus on wellness in the workplace is no longer a nice to have but a need to have. Healthy teams = high performance. Learn about the business case behind well-being and why it’s so important for organizations to embrace wellness in the workplace.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch
Fuel up, connect and recharge for the afternoon ahead. The networking lunch is an opportunity for you to make new connections, learn from each other, and connect with our speakers and sponsors.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Mental Health Made to Fit: Tailoring Mental Health Support for Every Employee
Mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all. Supporting well-being means embracing diversity – across cultures, generations, and individual needs. Personalize wellness strategies and create a workplace where everyone thrives.
1:30 PM– 2:00 PM | Tools or Triggers? Tech’s Impact on Workplace Mental Health
From AI-powered wellness platforms to the constant ping of notifications, technology is transforming the employee experience in ways both empowering and overwhelming. This session will touch on how do you use technology to support your team’s well-being instead of silently eroding it.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Health and Wealth – What’s the Connection?
Financial stress directly reduces workplace productivity. 73% of employees prioritize employers offering financial wellness programs. Mental, physical, and financial well-being are deeply connected. Support your teams with tools that empower them to thrive.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Energy Break
Use this time to network, explore innovative solutions, and gain fresh insights as you get ready for the exciting closing sessions ahead.
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM | Women’s Health in the Workplace: Why It Matters
Unmanaged menopause symptoms cost the Canadian economy $237M in lost productivity. Explore how menopause impacts the workplace and what can be done to support women, improve retention, and foster a healthier, more equitable workplace.
3:45 PM – 4:15 PM | Rethinking Total Rewards for the Changing Workforce
As organizations navigate diverse employee needs and a complex, multi-generational workforce – how does your total rewards program measure up? Discover how to modernize benefits, integrate wellness, and design inclusive total rewards that meet the needs of all employees, including how to leverage these benefits in recruitment.
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM | Closing Remarks
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Unwind & Connect
Join us for a Mix & Mingle Reception, where you can network with fellow attendees, share insights from the day, and build meaningful connections. Enjoy great conversations, refreshments, and a chance to wrap up the event on a high note!
Choose your own adventure – pick the option that works best for you!
| Virtual Keynote & Panel Pass | Virtual All Access Pass | In-Person | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynote & Panel | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| All 7 Sessions | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Actionable Insights | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Networking | ✅ | ||
| Mix & Mingle Reception | ✅ | ||
| Therapy Dogs | ✅ | ||
| Games, Contest, & More | ✅ |
✅ In-Person – Limited spots available! Experience it live at The Quay and take advantage of the networking opportunities and reception to connect with industry experts and peers.
💻 Virtual All Access Pass – Join from anywhere! Tune in via live stream and engage in real-time discussions without leaving your desk.
No matter how you choose to attend, you’ll gain insights, strategies, and connections to elevate your HR expertise.
| Members | Non-Members | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Person | $225 | $299 |
| Virtual All Access Pass | $69 | $209 |
| Virtual Keynote & Panel Pass | FREE | Included in Virtual All Access Pass |
A BIG thank you to our sponsors for their support!
Executive Education at the DeGroote School of Business is where business education meets professional development. Our programs offer professionals the opportunity to grow as leaders and organizations the opportunity to develop their teams and teach the skills that they need to see their teams succeed.
We partner with organizations that recognize the potential in their teams, and support individuals as they grow into progressive leaders who help organizations thrive. Our programs focus on the skills leaders need today and in the future to keep up with the ever-evolving business world. We’ll help create a learning journey focused on the skills that are most important to your organization.
Organizations that invest in their leaders achieve higher employee satisfaction and have greater employee retention. Let us help you build the customized leadership program that will take your leaders skills to the next level.
We can’t wait to work with you.
Brand Blvd Inc., is a leading-edge promotional marketing firm in Southern Ontario. We take a proactive and fresh approach to providing quality, branded merchandise. We’re so much more than your usual promo vendor, we’re your creative branding partner. – All things swag to help your brand brag!
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada. Founded in 1892, iA serves more than 5 million clients and manages more than $218.9 billion in assets. Group Benefits and Retirement Solutions is a business unit of iA Financial Group. Its ambition is to be present and active in the daily lives of Canadians, supporting their physical, mental and financial wellbeing through a wide range of products, services and digital solutions.
LEARN MORE:
Facebook: iACanada
LinkedIn: iA Financial Group
Instagram: @ia_financialgroup
Tiktok:@ia_financialgroup
LIVunLtd Fitness Management is a premier provider of workplace wellness solutions, specializing in the management of corporate fitness centers and the delivery of comprehensive wellness programming. Our expertise includes facility design, operations, and programming tailored to each company’s culture and workforce needs.
For those without a fitness space, we provide Optimal—a virtual wellness platform delivering high-quality fitness and wellness experiences to employees, no matter where they are.
OnePack Plan™ is Canada’s new employer-offered pet insurance offering a flat group rate that helps provide affordable, payroll-deductible coverage for pet parents to ease the financial burden of eligible veterinary costs.
As over half of Canadian households own at least one pet, OnePack Plan empowers employers by providing one of today’s most requested employee benefits to help pet parents provide the best care for their cats and dogs. Our unique approach seamlessly integrates with benefits administration software for easy onboarding, enrollment, and payroll deduction, making it easy for HR leaders to include this benefit offering.
Learn to excel at HR tasks you face every day.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION WORKSHOP: Resolve disputes and improve relationships
DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE WORKSHOP: Handle tough conversations with confidence and deal with problem employees.
- CPD hours for each workshop
- Interactive classes; breakout sessions; live coaches.
- Online or Toronto sessions
- Receive Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University certificate.
- Effective Decision Making and Negotiation workshops also available
Venngo is a leading provider of premium perk programs with exclusive offers from local, regional, and national brands across North America. Our goal is to extend your HRPA Membership benefits beyond your company or association. Accessible on both desktop and mobile, our platforms keep discounts within reach. We continuously bring new perks to the platform and focus on innovation by introducing new features that provide the best shopping experience for our users.
Agenda
*Program subject to change.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Registration & Arrival
10:30 AM – 10:50 AM | Opening Remarks
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM | Opening Keynote
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM | Opening Panel: The Business Case for Well-being
Focus on wellness in the workplace is no longer a nice to have but a need to have. Healthy teams = high performance. Learn about the business case behind well-being and why it’s so important for organizations to embrace wellness in the workplace.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Networking Lunch
Fuel up, connect and recharge for the afternoon ahead. The networking lunch is an opportunity for you to make new connections, learn from each other, and connect with our speakers and sponsors.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Mental Health Made to Fit: Tailoring Mental Health Support for Every Employee
Mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all. Supporting well-being means embracing diversity – across cultures, generations, and individual needs. Personalize wellness strategies and create a workplace where everyone thrives.
1:30 PM– 2:00 PM | Tools or Triggers? Tech’s Impact on Workplace Mental Health
From AI-powered wellness platforms to the constant ping of notifications, technology is transforming the employee experience in ways both empowering and overwhelming. This session will touch on how do you use technology to support your team’s well-being instead of silently eroding it.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM | Health and Wealth – What’s the Connection?
Financial stress directly reduces workplace productivity. 73% of employees prioritize employers offering financial wellness programs. Mental, physical, and financial well-being are deeply connected. Support your teams with tools that empower them to thrive.
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Energy Break
Use this time to network, explore innovative solutions, and gain fresh insights as you get ready for the exciting closing sessions ahead.
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM | Women’s Health in the Workplace: Why It Matters
Unmanaged menopause symptoms cost the Canadian economy $237M in lost productivity. Explore how menopause impacts the workplace and what can be done to support women, improve retention, and foster a healthier, more equitable workplace.
3:45 PM – 4:15 PM | Rethinking Total Rewards for the Changing Workforce
As organizations navigate diverse employee needs and a complex, multi-generational workforce – how does your total rewards program measure up? Discover how to modernize benefits, integrate wellness, and design inclusive total rewards that meet the needs of all employees, including how to leverage these benefits in recruitment.
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM | Closing Remarks
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Unwind & Connect
Join us for a Mix & Mingle Reception, where you can network with fellow attendees, share insights from the day, and build meaningful connections. Enjoy great conversations, refreshments, and a chance to wrap up the event on a high note!
Choose your own adventure – pick the option that works best for you!
| Virtual Keynote & Panel Pass | Virtual All Access Pass | In-Person | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynote & Panel | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| All 7 Sessions | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Actionable Insights | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Networking | ✅ | ||
| Mix & Mingle Reception | ✅ | ||
| Therapy Dogs | ✅ | ||
| Games, Contest, & More | ✅ |
✅ In-Person – Limited spots available! Experience it live at The Quay and take advantage of the networking opportunities and reception to connect with industry experts and peers.
💻 Virtual All Access Pass – Join from anywhere! Tune in via live stream and engage in real-time discussions without leaving your desk.
No matter how you choose to attend, you’ll gain insights, strategies, and connections to elevate your HR expertise.
| Members | Non-Members | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Person | $225 | $299 |
| Virtual All Access Pass | $69 | $209 |
| Virtual Keynote & Panel Pass | FREE | Included in Virtual All Access Pass |
A BIG thank you to our sponsors for their support!
Executive Education at the DeGroote School of Business is where business education meets professional development. Our programs offer professionals the opportunity to grow as leaders and organizations the opportunity to develop their teams and teach the skills that they need to see their teams succeed.
We partner with organizations that recognize the potential in their teams, and support individuals as they grow into progressive leaders who help organizations thrive. Our programs focus on the skills leaders need today and in the future to keep up with the ever-evolving business world. We’ll help create a learning journey focused on the skills that are most important to your organization.
Organizations that invest in their leaders achieve higher employee satisfaction and have greater employee retention. Let us help you build the customized leadership program that will take your leaders skills to the next level.
We can’t wait to work with you.
Brand Blvd Inc., is a leading-edge promotional marketing firm in Southern Ontario. We take a proactive and fresh approach to providing quality, branded merchandise. We’re so much more than your usual promo vendor, we’re your creative branding partner. – All things swag to help your brand brag!
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada. Founded in 1892, iA serves more than 5 million clients and manages more than $218.9 billion in assets. Group Benefits and Retirement Solutions is a business unit of iA Financial Group. Its ambition is to be present and active in the daily lives of Canadians, supporting their physical, mental and financial wellbeing through a wide range of products, services and digital solutions.
LEARN MORE:
Facebook: iACanada
LinkedIn: iA Financial Group
Instagram: @ia_financialgroup
Tiktok:@ia_financialgroup
LIVunLtd Fitness Management is a premier provider of workplace wellness solutions, specializing in the management of corporate fitness centers and the delivery of comprehensive wellness programming. Our expertise includes facility design, operations, and programming tailored to each company’s culture and workforce needs.
For those without a fitness space, we provide Optimal—a virtual wellness platform delivering high-quality fitness and wellness experiences to employees, no matter where they are.
OnePack Plan™ is Canada’s new employer-offered pet insurance offering a flat group rate that helps provide affordable, payroll-deductible coverage for pet parents to ease the financial burden of eligible veterinary costs.
As over half of Canadian households own at least one pet, OnePack Plan empowers employers by providing one of today’s most requested employee benefits to help pet parents provide the best care for their cats and dogs. Our unique approach seamlessly integrates with benefits administration software for easy onboarding, enrollment, and payroll deduction, making it easy for HR leaders to include this benefit offering.
Learn to excel at HR tasks you face every day.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION WORKSHOP: Resolve disputes and improve relationships
DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE WORKSHOP: Handle tough conversations with confidence and deal with problem employees.
- CPD hours for each workshop
- Interactive classes; breakout sessions; live coaches.
- Online or Toronto sessions
- Receive Schulich School of Law, Dalhousie University certificate.
- Effective Decision Making and Negotiation workshops also available
Venngo is a leading provider of premium perk programs with exclusive offers from local, regional, and national brands across North America. Our goal is to extend your HRPA Membership benefits beyond your company or association. Accessible on both desktop and mobile, our platforms keep discounts within reach. We continuously bring new perks to the platform and focus on innovation by introducing new features that provide the best shopping experience for our users.
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