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Burlington Hydro’s DEI journey: A commitment to inclusivity
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- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
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Call for Directors to Join the EHRC Board
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- Announcement
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) is now accepting nominations for positions on its national Board of Directors. Established in 2005, EHRC is a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting the workforce needs of Canada’s electricity sector.
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EHRC is surveying employers on the impact of tariffs on the electricity sector
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- Labour Market
We are conducting a short survey of employers to understand the areas of biggest concern to employers in every part of the sector across Canada.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day: bridging the gender gap in Canada’s evolving electricity sector
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- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI), Gender Equity
International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women’s achievements and an important reminder that true equality—especially in industries undergoing rapid change—requires persistent, collective effort.
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Pride at Work Canada Partners with EHRC to Champion 2SLGBTQIA+ Inclusion Across the Electricity Sector
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- 2SLGBTQ+
CALGARY, AB, March 5, 2025 – Pride at Work Canada/Fierté au travail Canada, in partnership with Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), is launching an initiative to advance the Canadian electricity […]
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Celebrating leadership at EHRC’s 12th Annual Awards of Excellence
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- Awards of Excellence
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) recognizes individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to HR best practices in the Canadian electricity sector.
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DEI vs. MEI: The Complex Balance Between Equity and Meritocracy
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- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
In today’s workplaces, the debate between Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and the emerging concept of Merit, Equality and Individuality (MEI) is more than a clash of acronyms—it represents a fundamental struggle over how we define fairness, success and opportunity in society.
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Jesse Spring of Primary Engineering and Construction Named 2024 Leader of the Year
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- Awards of Excellence
EHRC is thrilled to announce Jesse Spring, CEO of Primary Engineering and Construction, as the recipient of the 2024 Leader of the Year Award.
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Empowering youth: High school students learn electricity and climate solutions with new Electricity Now™ educational resource
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) and Electricity Canada are proud to announce the launch of Electricity Now™, a comprehensive suite of teaching resources designed for Grade 9 and 10 students.
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Halloween in the Workplace: An Opportunity to Encourage Team Spirit and Inclusion
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- Best Practices, Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Halloween is celebrated with wonderful costumes, quirky decorations, and shared festivities. This presents an excellent opportunity to build camaraderie and a sense of belonging among employees. When thoughtfully planned, a […]
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EHRC Unveils Electricity in Demand: Alberta Workforce 2023-2028
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- Labour Market
Energy transitions underway are affecting Alberta’s electricity workforce OTTAWA, ON, June 25, 2024 – Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), released its Electricity in Demand: Alberta Workforce 2023-2028 report today. The […]
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Meet Shaun Thorson: A Champion of Youth Empowerment and Skill Development
This month I had the opportunity to meet with the CEO of Skills/Compétences Canada, Shaun Thorson. Shaun’s journey, with over two decades in charge of Skills/Compétences Canada, […]