HR professionals play a critical role in helping organizations achieve their mission. In this session, Maura McKinnon, CPHR, will share a practical approach to aligning HR strategy with Corporate strategy. Attendees will explore how HR professionals at every level can influence culture, build credibility, increase their strategic impact, and support successful execution across the organization.

Whether you're leading an HR function or contributing as part of a broader team, you'll leave with practical insights to strengthen your influence and position HR as a trusted strategic partner.

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!

Data and analytics literacy are becoming essential skills for HR professionals. Join this free webinar to explore how people analytics can turn workforce data into practical insights, inform decisions and strengthen HR’s contribution to business outcomes.

You’ll also be introduced to the CPHR People Analytics & Intelligence Learning Pathway, including the Foundations Course and Certification Program, with options to deepen your knowledge and build your skills.

This webinar is open to all HR professionals interested in people analytics, regardless of their experience with data.

February 25th & 26th

This onsite two-day course offers a comprehensive examination of workplace investigations, covering relevant legislation, clarifying the scope of investigation mandates, and providing instruction on effective interview techniques and report writing. Participants will be provided with a certification in Workplace Investigations through the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources New Brunswick Association.

Day 1: Foundations of Workplace Investigations

Welcome and Training Objectives
Introduction to the training program, facilitator introductions, and participant expectations.

Overview of Applicable Legislation
Review of relevant employment laws, human rights codes, and regulatory frameworks governing workplace investigations.

Understanding the Investigation Mandate
Clarifying the scope, authority, and purpose of an investigation. Discussion on neutrality and procedural fairness.

Conducting Interviews and Collecting Evidence
Best practices for planning and conducting interviews. Techniques for gathering and documenting physical and digital evidence.

Special Considerations: Reluctant Witnesses and Anonymous Complaints
Strategies for handling uncooperative participants and managing confidentiality and credibility in anonymous reports.

Day 2: Applying Investigation Techniques 

Assessing Credibility
Frameworks and indicators for evaluating the reliability of statements and consistency of evidence

Report Writing Essentials
Structure and content of investigation reports. Writing clear findings and recommendations.

Workshop: Applying Investigation Tools
Participants apply learned techniques in a guided scenario-based workshop, focusing on interviews, evidence review, and analysis. 

Workshop Debrief and Lessons Learned
Group discussion on approaches used, challenges encountered, and key takeaways from the workshop.