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From Workplace to Community: Why Purpose and Belonging Matter More Than Ever
You have probably heard the story about the janitor, who when asked what he was doing for NASA…
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The Success Shift
Ask ten Canadians what success looks like today and you’ll likely get ten different answers. A decade ago,…
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As AI continues to make inroads in our workplaces, is it possible to upskill and reskill without losing people?
For some time now, the godfather of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Geoffrey Hinton, has been sounding the alarm about…
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Remarkable Members: Inspiring Stories from HR Spotlight Recipients
The HR Spotlight is a way for us to celebrate excellence within our HR community. Whether you’d like…
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Leveraging the Summer of Sports
This summer, we have welcomed the globe to share our country’s journey in the biggest sporting tournament in…
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Associations as Learning Ecosystems
Professionals across industries are finding themselves overwhelmed by information. What feels harder to access is the time and…
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Spark: Inspiring Human-Centred Change and Innovation at HR Conference & Expo 2026
CPHR BC & Yukon’s HR Conference & Expo 2026 welcomed just under 1,400 participants. As the 63rd of…
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In-Person Engagement Is the New Advantage for Emerging Professionals
When students and emerging professionals ask how to get their first job, the advice they expect is often…
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A Dose of Inspiration for CPHR Members on International Women’s Day
On the morning of March 4, I had the privilege and great pleasure of attending the International Women’s…
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HR Conference 2026: Spark
HR Conference & Expo 2026 Register | Sessions | Speakers | Exhibitors Spark The theme of this year’s…
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The Hidden Burnout Crisis Among Leaders & the Cost of Speed
Recently, during a workshop with a group of senior leaders, I invited participants into a brief breathing exercise.…
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When Email Removes Your Tone, Replace It with Control
The world runs on email. Performance feedback. Policy updates. Hiring delays. Budget constraints. Promotion decisions. Conflict resolution. It’s…