Using the Coach Approach for HR

DATE: September 15th 2026
  1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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LANGUAGE: English

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Apply coaching skills to HR conversations and leadership interactions
  • Structure powerful questions that unlock insight and drive accountability
  • Support performance, engagement and change through a coach approach
  • Build a coaching culture that multiplies impact across your organization

PROGRAM DETAILS

Format: Virtual Online Delivery
Structure: 3 Modules × 3 Hours Each
Dates: September 15, 22 & 29, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Atlantic)
Capacity: Maximum 24 Participants
Offering: Inaugural Cohort — Fall 2026

CPD COMPETENCY AREAS

  • Communication, Conflict Resolution & Relationship
  • Management
  • Learning and Development
  • Engagement
  • Change Management & Cultural Transformation
  • Professional and Ethical Practice

MODULE HIGHLIGHTS

Module 1 · September 15, 2026
Using Coaching to Lead & Activate — Introduction to the coaching framework and two core skills.

Module 2 · September 22, 2026
Evoke & Generate — Structuring coaching sessions and powerful questions that unlock insight.

Module 3 · September 29, 2026
Declare & Launch — Action planning, accountability, and integrating the coach approach into daily HR practice





Free Workshop: Presented by CERC: Relocation 101

DATE: September 16th 2026
  8:00 am to 12:00 pm
CHAPTER: Fredericton
LANGUAGE: English

Ready, Set, Relocate! Get the Information You Need at Relocation 101

This workshop will give you the tools you need to successfully manage your workforce. Relocation 101 is an interactive workshop that provides an excellent introduction to the field of corporate relocation management. During this fast paced session, you'll gain practical strategies and solutions to manage a relocation program. The workshop will include a review of the essential components of an effective relocation policy. You’ll learn how to customize a relocation policy that meets the needs of your organization and transferees. Then, work through actual case studies to reinforce your knowledge of the concepts presented during the workshop.





HR MIDDAY DEVELOPMENT SERIES PRESENTS: Managing Conflicts: The Role of HR Without Becoming the Problem-Solver

DATE: September 17th 2026
  12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
CHAPTER: Webinar
LANGUAGE: English

This session is designed specifically for HR professionals and it includes:

  • A dynamic presentation of the realities and common pitfalls faced by HR professionals in conflict situations
  • A practical case study to encourage reflection and experimentation with an intervention approach
  • The introduction of a simple, structured framework (in five steps) to provide clear guidance for managers and staff
  • An exploration of intervention styles based on Insights profiles, to gain a better understanding of one’s natural style and blind spots
  • Practical tools that you can put into practice immediately

The format is experiential: participants will be encouraged to reflect, discuss and practice in small groups. The aim is for everyone to leave with a clearer understanding of their role and the tools at their disposal in a conflict situation.





HR Rise & Learn Breakfast Series: The Early Talent Engine: Turning Internships & Early Career Hires into High-Impact Pipelines

DATE: September 24th 2026
  8:30 am to 10:00 am
CHAPTER: Saint John
LANGUAGE: English

HR leaders know that building an early career pipeline is essential-but getting executive buy-in, prepping busy managers, and retaining new grads can feel like an uphill battle. In this dynamic, practical presentation, Amy Graham breaks down how to move early talent from an admin headache to a strategic advantage. Drawing on real insights and candid stories from university and college students entering the workforce today, this session delivers actionable frameworks to help HR professionals pitch the business case upward, overhaul the onboarding experience, and leverage two-way mentorship. You’ll leave with concrete tools to bridge the generational gap and turn early career hires into your organization’s greatest growth engine.





CPHR NATIONAL ETHICS COURSE: Required for CPHRs due in 2026

DATE: September 30th 2026
 
CHAPTER: Webinar
LANGUAGE: Bilingual

CPHR 2026 National Ethics Course

Navigating Change: Ethical responsibilities in the Digital Age

IMPORTANT:

  • This is required for CPHRs that have their Ethics course due in 2026.
  • The course is active only for CPHRs due in 2026.
  • Your email address must already be registered in order to get started.
  • Deadline to complete is January 31st, 2027.




2026 CPHR Atlantic HR Conference

DATE: October 27th 2026
 
CHAPTER:
LANGUAGE: English

Registrations are now open!

Join HR professionals from across Atlantic Canada for three days of connection, insight, and forward-thinking conversations shaping the future of work.

The 2026 CPHR Atlantic HR Conference will bring together leaders, practitioners, and emerging voices in HR for engaging keynote sessions, practical breakout learning, meaningful networking, and an unforgettable Atlantic experience.

Hosted by CPHR/CRHA New Brunswick, this flagship regional event will spotlight innovation, leadership, workforce transformation, and the evolving role of HR as a strategic partner.

All details, speakers, and registration information are now available.
We look forward to welcoming you to Saint John, NB!