Part 2: Addressing Biases in Hiring
September 12th 2018, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Online
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Webinar |
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English |
| Cost: |
Members - $97.75
Non Members - $132.25
(CDN, HST included)
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Presenters: |
| Linda Sum, B.Com, LL.B, Consultant, Frame and Associates Consulting Inc. |
Linda Sum is a widely-respected human rights investigator and trainer with over 20 years experience in the areas of harassment prevention and diversity. She has substantial experience in conducting investigations of harassment and bullying, and designing and delivering human rights and inclusion workshops for a wide range of audiences. As a member of the Frame and Associates team, Linda conducts employment systems reviews, assisting employers to identify barriers to employment equity and creating strategies to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Linda has a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws degree, both from the University of British Columbia, and previously practiced law in the area of labour and employment. |
Description: |
Description: You see the value in expanding your workforce to include or increase immigrant talent, and want to know how to successfully hire from this global pool. In attracting and hiring immigrant talent, you recognize the need to address actual and potential barriers to employment with your company. Conscious and unconscious biases in your hiring process can be significant barriers to entry.
This 90-minute webinar will help you identify and address those biases. |
In this presentation, you will learn:
- How assumptions and biases create barriers
- The types of biases that immigrants commonly face in hiring
- Strategies to address biases at various stages of hiring, including recruiting, creating postings, conducting interviews and onboarding
- How to encourage and prepare your workplace to be a culturally aware and welcoming environment for new hires
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Who should attend:
- HR professionals or business owners involved in hiring or supporting hiring managers.
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Special Notes: |
This Part 2 of a 3-Part Webinar Series proudly co-presented by CPHR BC & Yukon and the Immigrant Employment Council of BC (IEC-BC).
Presenters will share success stories, business cases, practical tips and ideas as a part of professional development for HR practitioners. Participants will be equipped with HR professional tools that can assist them in meeting their organizational and hiring needs.
| Format: Online - Live Webinar |
Time: Log-in: 13:15 - 13:30pm (AST); Presentation: 13:30pm - 15:00pm (AST)
All login information will be sent to you via email the day prior to the session.
Both registration and payment are required for every person attending this webinar. Questions about registration or receipt can be directed to pd@cphrbc.ca.
Note: If you have not received your login access information the day prior to the webinar date, or for inquiries regarding online workshops, please email or call 604.684.7228. |
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