OTTAWA, Oct. 22, 2013 /CNW/ – Ms. Michelle Branigan, Chief Executive
Officer of Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) invites media
representatives to the 2013 EHRC National Conference titled Empowering the Future Today - on November 6 and 7 at the Hotel InterContinental Toronto Centre (225
Front St W, Toronto). Media representatives are required to confirm
their presence.
The 2013 EHRC National Conference offers an exceptional lineup of
ministers, guest speakers and panels who will present practical HR
solutions to electricity workforce challenges. Included in this high
profile lineup are: Hon. Jason Kenney, MP, Minister of Employment and Social Development and Minister for
Multiculturalism; Hon. Yasir Naqvi, MPP, Minister of Labour and numerous industry-leading CEO’s and senior
executives.
The two day national conference will bring business leaders from the
electricity sector and human resource professionals together. Expected
attendees include employers, labour, education, and government
representatives working for and with the sector. There will be sessions
to help organizations address the workforce challenges facing the
sector today including such topics as recruitment and retention,
knowledge transfer and diversifying the workforce.
New this year will be the Inaugural Awards Gala that will provide national recognition for the achievements of
individuals and companies working in the electricity and renewable
sector in Canada, celebrating innovation in workforce development in
the industry. Gianna Manes, President and Chief Executive Officer of
ENMAX Corporation, will receive the inaugural 2013 CEO of the Year
Award.
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Day 1: Wednesday November 6, 2013 |
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| 09:00 CEO Panel: Future Labour Force Needs for Business Success | ||
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Hydro One Ontario Power Generation Northwest Territories Power Corporation Newfoundland Power Inc. and Ontario Power Authority |
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Session 101: Developing your Organisation’s Knowledge Strategy
Organizations represented on the panel include: Hydro One, the |
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Panel Session 102: The Aboriginal Advantage – Employing Aboriginal People in the Electricity Workforce and Supply Chain |
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Guest Speaker Sonya Gulati, Senior Economist, TD Bank Economic Outlook |
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Keynote Speaker: Julian Chapman, VP Consulting & Business Solutions, Forrest & Company Limited.and Brigadier-General, Deputy Commander, 4th Canadian Division / Joint Task Force Central, Army Reserves Accountability and the Not-So-Secret Weapon in the Electricity Talent |
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Panel Session 201: Bridging the Gap – Attracting and Retaining Women in the Electricity Industry |
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Panel Session 202: Renewing Futures – Building Powerful HR Strategies for Canada’s Renewable Energy Workforce |
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19:00 – The Inaugural Awards Gala & Dinner – national recognition for the achievements of individuals and companies working in the electricity and renewable sector in Canada. |
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Featuring Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Yasir Naqvi (MPP), Minister of Labour Emcee: Norm Fraser, Chair EHRC Board and COO Hydro Ottawa |
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| Day 2: Thursday November 7, 2013 | ||
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08:00 – Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Jason Kenney (MP), Minister of Employment and Social Development and Minister for Multiculturalism |
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08:30 – Panel: Training Canada’s Workforce – The Role of All Levels of Government |
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09:30 – Workshop: Employee Engagement – The Powerful Impact of an Engaged Workforce |
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| 10:00 – Plenary: Training & Development. A Structured Approach | ||
| 10:45 – Plenary: Succession Planning | ||
| 11:30 – Plenary: Creating the Workforce of Tomorrow | ||
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Lunchtime Keynote Speaker: Angela Ferrante, Board of Directors, VIA Rail Board of Directors and Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Employee engagement at all levels of the organization |
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More information on the National Conference, including a full program,
can be found at www.electricityhr.ca/conference. Media can register by contacting tesdaile@tsa.ca.
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is a not-for-profit organization helping to keep the lights on
in Canada by enabling a world-class workforce for the entire
electricity industry. EHRC helps to build a better workforce by
strengthening the ability of the Canadian electricity industry to meet
current and future needs for a highly skilled, safety-focused, diverse
and productive workforce. For more information visit www.ElectricityHR.ca
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