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CPHR BC & Yukon is the voice of HR in the province of British Columbia. Members of the media are invited to contact the association for information about HR-related issues and for interview requests.
CPHR BC & Yukon At-A-Glance
Chartered Professionals in Human Resources of British Columbia and Yukon CPHR BC & Yukon is a non-profit organization specializing in advancing professional people practices. Committed to providing leadership in HR excellence, CPHR BC & Yukon is the foremost professional association for HR practitioners throughout the province.
Founded in 1942, CPHR BC & Yukon is a democratic organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors elected by the membership. As the largest HR association in Western Canada, CPHR BC & Yukon has grown to include more than 8,000 members encompassing CEOs, directors of HR, consultants, educators, students, HR generalists, and small-business owners.
The association is the sole BC grantor of the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation and is responsible for upholding industry standards. In addition, as the largest HR association in Western Canada, CPHR BC & Yukon offers professional learning and networking opportunities including workshops, symposia, events, and an annual conference and showcase.
Press Releases
CPHR BC & Yukon – September 26, 2024
Survey finds members are only at the halfway point on advancing their Reconciliation training
April 2024
HRC West Case Competition held in Victoria, BC with winners from Western Canada
CPHR BC & Yukon – February 8, 2024
CPHR BC & Yukon – April 27, 2023
Western Canada HR Students Compete At HRC West 2022
CPHR BC & Yukon – March 18, 2022
Changes Reflect the Future of Work – CPHR Canada’s Competency Framework is Evolving
CPHR Canada – December 9, 2021
Upside of People, HR Conference & Expo is Coming!
CPHR BC & Yukon – September 20, 2021
HR Plays a Critical Role Now and in a Post-Pandemic World
CPHR Canada – March 2, 2021
CPHR BC & Yukon in the News
The 4-day work week – a passing fad or here to stay?
HR News Canada – June 14, 2024
As BC companies urge in-office returns, HR pros say hybrid work here to stay.
North Shore News – June 11 2024
An effective DEI strategy must start with strong signals from the C-suite, HR leaders say
The Globe and Mail- July 23, 2023
EDI programs ineffective unless supported by actions from senior leadership, report finds
Business in Vancouver- May 9 2023
How can HR ensure DEI efforts work?
HRReporter- May 8 2023
AI: Keeping the ‘human’ in HR is key to the profession
Business in Vancouver – May 2, 2023
B.C. employers, business owners navigate the new hybrid work norm
Business in Vancouver – April 10, 2023
B.C. employees, employers face ‘massive disconnect’ over potential return to office
Business in Vancouver – July 13, 2021
HR a critical resource as Canada returns to work
Talent Canada – May 8, 2020
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