Calendar of Events

The Northwest Chapter of the Human Resources Association of New Brunswick invites you to its Annual General Meeting followed by a special presentation. This presentation aims to familiarize participants on the outlines of the Lean and other improvement concepts. Furthermore, she will help us understand the impact on employees in this culture change. At the end of the presentation, participants will understand the involvement of Lean as much in the manufacturing sector than the providing of service. Mrs Savoie, Certified Black Belt Lean Six Sigma, will address the following topics: • Lean: introduction, history and others concepts • Organizations challenges when implanting a Lean Culture • Examples: o Application of 5S o Evaluation of tasks o Example in industry o Evaluation of HR process

The purpose of this presentation is to familiarize participants with the new National Standards in relation to mental health and to introduce the principal elements of the conference “Several keys…only one well-being”. The topics addressed includes prevention, intervention and promotion of mental health

The Northwest Chapter of the Human Resources Association of New Brunswick invites you to a half-day training presented by Mrs. Chantal Poulin, Expert in Communication Mrs. Poulin will address the following topics: • The main steps of change • Reaction associated with change • Actions to take and how to behave in times of change • Things to do and avoid in times of change • Managers and players role for change An open discussion and exchange of ideas will follow the presentation. Attendants will also have the opportunity to submit their specific cases to the speaker before training. Join us for a dynamic presentation!

With the current economic situation and the youth exodus causing shortages in the workforce, we are at a point where we need to turn towards immigration to meet the needs of our current labor markets. It is therefore highly important that the local workforce and the immigrant population work together to create an inclusive work environment. Mr. Olivier Hanot will address the following topics: 1. Procedures and realities when hiring an immigrant workforce 2. Successful integration in the workplace 3. Understanding potential sources of conflict in the workplace and working out possible solutions 4. Creating inclusive workplaces Join us for a dynamic presentation that will help you manage the performance of your employees while developing their sense of belonging.

Can employees who receive and view pornographic materials on work computers be terminated for cause? How can an employer prove incompetence justifying cause for dismissal? Should an employer terminate an employee who lies when confronted about the true reason for an absence? Often times, employers believe they have cause to terminate an employee without notice but they do not. In other cases, while employers may have had cause to terminate, they are unable to prove it in court. This presentation will discuss recent Canadian cases on terminations for cause, both in unionized and non-unionized workplaces. Please note the session will be delivered in French.

The Northwest Chapter of the Human Resources Association of New Brunswick, in partnership with CBDC Madawaska, invites you to a special presentation by Mr. Denis Carignan, Speaker. With the use of humorous and concrete examples, Denis Carignan explains how to leave a state of mind that produces pain and suffering to reach a state of mind where peace can be found. It is in that delicious place that we can finally let go and be in a greater state of harmony within our life. Letting go does not bring forth a loosening slacking, rather, it brings an acceptance of reality that permits an action which is more intelligent and more effective in harmony with reality. Join us for a dynamic presentation.