Councils of Human Resources Executives
(Eastern and Western Canada)
Since 1975, the Councils of Human Resources Executives (HR Councils) have brought senior HR leaders together to explore critical HR trends and issues.
You need to stay on top of emerging issues and the latest tools for fostering a high-performance organization. The HR Councils are your source for timely information, insights from thought leaders, and access to peers.
The HR Councils’ members are the most senior human resources executives from over 120 of Canada’s largest organizations–public and private. Exchange strategies with these HR leaders in an exclusive forum and get the latest insights on today’s human resource challenges.
With regional groups in Eastern and Western Canada, the Councils offers HR executives a unique leadership development opportunity. Both groups meet separately in the fall and winter and then jointly in early summer.
Who Should Join?
Senior executives responsible for the HR function in their organization.
Key Objectives
- Connect you to an engaged network of senior HR leaders from some of the largest organizations in Canada
- Deliver member-driven content featuring insights from today’s thought leaders to help you meet the talent needs of your organization
- Provide exclusive opportunities to discuss high-impact issues and industry trends with a network of your peers
Benefits of Membership
| Networking | Learning | Discussion | Expertise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect with your peers in a confidential forum to discuss best practices, explore new ideas, and share expertise. | Discover how fellow HR leaders are tackling today’s critical challenges and developing strategies that address shared business goals and initiatives. | Talk about current issues facing HR leaders in secure sessions that encourage open and frank discussions. | Gain insights from the collective expertise of key thought leaders and a trusted network of your peers. |
Contact Us
For more information about the Councils of Human Resources Executives or to arrange for a guest invitation to attend one of our meetings, please contact our team.
1-888-801-8818
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET; after hours, please send an e-mail.
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Member Activity
Councils of HR Executives (Eastern and Western Canada)
February 11-12, 2026 – Virtual (MS Teams)
Theme: Workforce Planning and Succession Strategies – Developing Long-Term Talent Pipelines and Ensuring Leadership continuity
Webinar: What if the Fastest Way Forward is a Pause
November 26, 2025 • Virtual
Charles Achampong, Best-Selling Author, Award-Winning Keynote Speaker, and Executive in Residence, Capacity Canada
Upskilling and Reskilling for the Workforce of Tomorrow – Adapting to Technological Advancements and Preparing Employees for Future Roles
Council of HR Executives (Western Canada)
November 5-6, 2025 • Vancouver, BC
Matt Gordon, Managing Director, Western Canada Public Affairs and General Manager, Edelman Vancouver
Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist, Signal49 Research
Alana Painter, Director, Human Capital and Alex Zachernuk, Senior Research Associate, Signal49 Research
Katrina Ingram, AI Ethicist and Founder, Ethically AI Aligned
Interactive Workshop – PwC
Ehsan Etezad, Co-Founder and CEO, MEUS Science Corp.
Compensation Planning Outlook 2026
October 30, 2025 • Virtual
Diogo Borba, Senior Research Associate, Signal49 Research
Upskilling and Reskilling for the Workforce of Tomorrow – Adapting to Technological Advancements and Preparing Employees for Future Roles
Council of HR Executives (Eastern Canada)
October 15-16, 2025 • Ottawa, ON
Graham Richardson, Managing Director, Media, Edelman
Rose Genele, CEO, The Opening Door
Alana Painter, Director, Human Capital and Lindsay Coffin, Principal Research Associate, Signal49 Research
Interactive Workshop – PwC
Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist, Signal49 Research
Employee Perspectives on Work
June 23, 2025 • Virtual
Lindsay Coffin, Principal Research Associate, Signal49 Research
Diogo Borba, Senior Research Associate, Signal49 Research
AI Meets HR: Shaping the Future of People Operations
Councils of HR Executives (Eastern and Western Canada)
June 4-5, 2005 • Toronto, ON
Gord Frost, Partner, Global Rewards Solution Leader, Mercer
Jason Peetsma, Co-Founder and CEO, Egility Intelligence Inc. and AI Talent Intelligence Specialist
Jason Brommet, General Manager, Strategy and Operations, WW Commercial Solutions, Microsoft
Brad Ferguson, Senior Vice-President, Optimus SBR
Ramy Nassar, Partner, 1000 Days Out | Slides not available
Council of Human Resources Executives (Western Canada)
February 26-27, 2025 • Virtual
Edmond Mellina, President and Co-Founder, ORCHANGO
Gerard Seijts, Professor, Organizational Behaviour, Ivey Business School, Western University, and Kim Milani, Director, Ian O. Ihnatowycz Institute for Leadership, Ivey School of Business, Western University
Dave Sharrock, Founder and CEO, IncrementOne
Michelle Gronning, Partner, Global Chief Transformation Officer, and Jean McClellan, Business Model Reinvention Leader, Canada, PwC Canada
Edmond Mellina, President and Co-Founder, ORCHANGO
Gerard Seijts, Professor, Organizational Behaviour, Ivey Business School, Western University, and Kim Milani, Director, Ian O. Ihnatowycz Institute for Leadership, Ivey School of Business, Western University
Brad Ferguson, Senior Vice-President, Optimus SBR
Council of Human Resources Executives (Eastern Canada)
February 12-13, 2025 • Virtual
Important Info
Related Resources
- Change Leadership: From Sluggish to Nimble – ORCHANGO
- Leader Character Dimensions & Elements – Ivey School of Business and Ian O. Ihnatowycz Institute for Leadership
Dave Sharrock, Founder and CEO, IncrementOne – Slides | Recording
Sonia Boyle, Chief People Officer, and Jason Ramgoolam, Vice-President, People, People Experience, Gore Mutual Insurance Company – Slides | Recording
Edmond Mellina, President and Co-Founder, ORCHANGO – Slides | Recording
Gerard Seijts, Professor, Organizational Behaviour, Ivey Business School, Western University, and Kim Milani, Director, Ian O. Ihnatowycz Institute for Leadership, Ivey School of Business, Western University – Slides | Recording
Brad Ferguson, Senior Vice-President, Optimus SBR – Slides | Recording
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