Revised Mandatory Order
A renewed and revised mandatory order was issued today. This updated order provides for the following changes…
HREvolutionRH Conference: Save the dates
The CPHRNB Board of Directors recognizes that this conference is a very important component to our HR members career path and has made the decision to proceed with the CPHRNB Conference using a virtual format. Please save the date of February 23-24, 2021 for the Virtual CPHRNB HREvolutionRH Conference.
NKE Educational Requirement starting 2022
As of January 2022, CPHR New Brunswick will be adding a new educational requirement that must be completed prior to writing the National Knowledge Exam (NKE). This requirement is applicable unless the individual is covered by another eligible path.
Bilingual Subject Matter Experts Required
CPHR Canada is seeking designated CPHR’s to assist with the translation of the fall 2020 NKE from the English version already developed, to a French version to be offered to writers who wish to write in French.
Best Practices shared from CPHR Alberta on Reopening
Visit CPHR Alberta’s blog for more.
The business case for diversity and inclusion in a crisis
Presented in Partnership with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion COVID-19 has changed the world. It has changed how we do business. It has changed how we operate. It has changed how we engage and interact. For how long… no one knows. It could be a few months or a year. Or it could…
Mental Health and Resilience During COVID-19 Webinar
This webinar from the Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute will explore key factors for understanding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Viewers will receive concrete guidance for building resilience and staying emotionally and mentally healthy during this stressful time, including insights for supporting children.
Re-opening & Recovery of New Brunswick
A Guide for Businesses & Organizations
The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton, in partnership with the Fredericton Chamber and the Saint John Region Chamber, has developed a business re-opening guide. This guide consolidates the information provided so far by the province on the steps businesses must take to safely reopen.
After the Great Lockdown
A conversation with global human resources leaders on setting the course for recovery. On April 21, 2020, under the leadership of Anthony Ariganello, President & Chief Executive Officer, Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Canada and Leyla Nascimento, President, Word Federation of People Management Associations Human Resource, leaders from around the world gathered to discuss and…
Amendments to the New Brunswick Employment Standards Act
On April 17th , legislation was passed to amend the Employment Standards Act to provide for an emergency leave to protect workers’ jobs during states of emergency and public health threats. An Act to Amend the Employment Standards Act (the “Act”) provides that an employer must grant an employee a leave of absence in accordance with the regulations made…
CPHR Canada: President & CEO’s Message
APR 14, 2020 Millions of Canadians lost their jobs in March. And this unprecedented crisis will not end soon. Even after barriers are lifted, the effect on people’s lives, employment and the economic and social impacts of the crisis will linger on. We need to act now to anticipate and respond to the challenges that…
Frequently Asked Questions to Assist Employers
There are so many questions out there, and often many different answers. Take a moment to read this FAQ prepared by Sherrard Kuzz, Employment & Labour Lawyers As COVID-19 continues to spread the globe, employers need to know their legal rights and obligations as it relates to the Canadian Workplace. Here are the answers to…
Spring 2020 Launch of the CPHR Online Academic Program
The new online program focuses on completing the new nine academic course requirement that assists candidates in meeting the HR technical component required for certification. The courses are offered at the college/university undergraduate level and shall substantially cover the Competency Framework within each related subject.
Finding the way forward: Guiding businesses through coronavirus (COVID-19)
The team at Grant Thornton LLP is committed to helping their clients, colleagues and communities, as we all try to navigate the impacts of COVID-19. Check out their comprehensive resources page to help manage the impact of COVID-19 on businesses.
Available now online! NB Business Webinar
Subject matter experts are coming together in this weekly video series answering questions on topics faced by many of you.
The first in the series is focused on Employer HR Responsibilities and Resources. Watch here:
COVID-19 Labour Update
Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers The Prime Minister announced a significant increase to the previously announced 10% wage subsidy for small businesses. To help small and medium-sized businesses keep employees on the payroll, the federal government is increasing the wage subsidy from 10% to 75% for qualifying businesses. The temporary wage subsidy will allow eligible…
Tackling Your Top Concerns About Coronavirus
In case you missed the webinar from March 24th which provides the most frequently asked questions and answers our team of advisors and HR professionals have been handling.
As well here is a “Tackling Your Top Concerns About Coronavirus Checklist” you can download as well.
Layoff Notice and COVID-19
In New Brunswick, employers are required to provide employees with notice of layoff, with some exceptions. The Employment Standards Act provides an exception which allows employers to lay off employees without notice when there is a lack of work due to a reason which was unforeseen by the employer. A layoff under this section can…