Why not start off the year on a Wellness kick at work! In today’s competitive marketplace, employers have a responsibility to create a workplace environment that has a positive impact on their employees’ physical, emotional, social and mental health. Join us and our panel discussion of various organizations who will present and discuss their wellness programs; the engagement efforts, implementation and return on investment!

As Human Resources Professional we all know that diversity in the workplace can bring incredible value. In this session, we will hear from different organizations that help employers with their recruitment needs to bring more diversity to the workplace and the value of having an organization made of individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

This session will focus on why employers, unions and employees need to rethink their approaches to grievances and complaints made under collective agreements, the Human Rights Act, and the Occupational Health & Safety Act. Employer considerations regarding procedural approaches to grievances and complaints will also be discussed. A number of recent cases of interest in the unionized environment will be highlighted to provide insight into what employees are really seeking in the context of grievances and complaints and how to achieve the most efficient and effective outcomes.

For the third consecutive year, HRANB Moncton is very proud to partner with the Frye Festival and this year we are hosting Ann Dowsett-Johnston. Winner of five National Magazine Awards, a Southern Fellowship and the Atkinson Fellowship in Public Policy, Ann is a gifted author and public speaker. A respected advocate in public policy matters, she has a distinguished track record in shaping a broad variety of dynamic publications. At Maclean’s, she was best known for pioneering the magazine’s system of ranking Canadian universities, overseeing the bestselling annual Maclean’s Guide to Canadian Universities and the Maclean’s University Graduate Survey. In 2006, Ann became the vice-president of McGill University, in charge of development, alumni relations and strategic communication. Ann’s bestselling book Drink: The Intimate Relationship Between Women and Alcohol was named one of the 10 best books of 2013 by the Washington Post. Ann’s presentation illuminates this startling epidemic, dissects the psychological, social and financial factors that have contributed to rise of alcohol consumption and abuse amongst women; and, she explores its long-lasting impact on our society and individual lives, including her own. Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet and meet Ann Dowsett-Johnston!

There will be four groups presenting on the topic of employee engagement. Each group will address a unique challenging area for senior management today. They will provide answers to the following questions: • How do socially responsible organizations increase the level of engagement in their employees? • How does organizational leadership impact employee engagement in areas such as mentorship and succession planning? • How does feedback and the employee’s relationship with his or her supervisor and the organization affect employee engagement? • What is the effect of orientation on engagement and how does employee engagement affect the company’s bottom line?

Please note that there has been a change of topic and speaker for the Moncton June breakfast meeting. We are pleased to welcome Pierre Battah for a very engaging presentation and a great networking opportunity. Pierre Battah will present a highly interactive and engaging presentation for the last HRANB breakfast before the summer break. His session will speak to the emerging trends that every HR professional needs to know and provide the opportunity for participants to share some of their best practices while networking in a lively and upbeat workshop styled event. Pierre will, also, preview his annual summer reading list to be released later this month.

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.

The traditional performance review process is becoming a thing of the past.. Increasingly organizations are redesigning their appraisal and evaluation programs to focus on coaching, development, continuous goal alignment, and recognition. A reliance on “ranking”employees is disappearing in today’s talent-constrained workplace, and being replaced by a focus on engaging people and helping them perform at extraordinary levels. What does this mean for HR and Business Leaders? How can we adopt this approach to achieve outstanding results? Where should we start? Mark will share his knowledge, thoughts and perspective on shifting the talent development process from a traditional cumbersome and complex approach to an employee focused approach that enhances relationship building in a practical and meaningful way. The presentation will provide thought provoking ideas to stimulate rich discussions with your colleagues and leaders regarding your performance management process. Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet and meet Mark Surrette!

Moncton, New Brunswick. Presented by the Human Resources Association of New Brunswick (HRANB), this conference offers the perfect blend of networking, education and technological solutions for issues facing HR professionals today and in the future. Priorities, plans and economic realities have changed dramatically across every business sector. This conference will assist HR professionals, business leaders, executives, managers, service providers and other HR stakeholders in transforming and repositioning to meet the needs of their organizations. Join us in Moncton to share ideas with industry leaders & professional colleagues. Conference highlights: o Specially designed workshops with industry experts providing an in-depth look at the topics and issues of importance in HR; o A trade show showcasing the latest supplier tools and technologies; o HRANB Awards of Excellence Dinner – celebrating the best in Human Resources from across New Brunswick; o Attended by 200+ Human Resources Professionals, CEO’s, senior managers, service providers and other HR stakeholders from across the Atlantic Region. The Human Resource Association of New Brunswick is excited about the possibilities for learning and sharing that will be available at this conference. With a membership of over 900 and Chapters in five areas of our province, we promise to deliver value for all members, and for emerging and experienced professionals. Attendance at the Conference qualifies for CHRP recertification points: 1 point per hour to a maximum of 10 points per day.

Following the presentation by George Raine, HRANB will be offering a thirty to forty minute presentation on the recertification process. This will be a very informative presentation geared to CHRP members. This session will address the upcoming changes to the recertification process and provide some insight into how the log should be completed.

Please join us for a highly engaging presentation where George will share with us the secrets for successfully managing the changes that organizations face on a regular basis. Whether you are experiencing growth or implementing a new policy or a new system; whether your organization is merging with another organization or downsizing; if not managed properly, changes will have a negative effect on the human dynamic in the workplace. George will share the key principles to help make others want to work with you in welcoming the changes and in collaborating with you to help limit the frictions and manage a successful transition. Join us for a delicious breakfast buffet, a great networking opportunity and a dynamic presentation!