April 28th & 29th, 2025 - Edmonton, AB

Register today for our 2-Day HR Conference: Building Capacity with Purpose, tailored to Indigenous communities and organizations.

Immerse yourself in expert industry discussions, practical workshops, and networking opportunities, designed to enhance your HR leadership skills and capacity.

The beautiful setting of the River Cree Resort and Casino in Edmonton, AB, provides the perfect backdrop for building professional relationships, sharing experiences and connecting with fellow HR professionals.

Why Attend?

This HR Conference helps Indigenous organizations grow by building leadership skills, creating strong HR practices that respect traditions, and supporting employees. It focuses on developing effective leaders, implementing HR strategies that align with cultural values, improving workplace environments, and managing employees successfully.

Key Takeaways:

• Integrating HR Policies with Traditional Values – Learn how to merge modern HR strategies with Indigenous cultural frameworks.

• Culturally Responsive HR Practices – Explore best practices in compensation, performance management, and employee engagement that honor Indigenous perspectives.

• Leadership Development – Gain insights into strengthening leadership skills tailored for Indigenous organizations.

• Creating Inclusive Work Environments – Develop strategies to foster safe, inclusive, and culturally sensitive workplaces.

• Community-Driven HR Strategies – Build HR initiatives that reflect and support the needs of Indigenous communities.

• Wisdom from Guest Speakers – Learn from experienced leaders and HR professionals who will share their real-world experiences and best practices.

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Keynote Speaker - Linda Epp

Linda Epp is a member of the Shíshálh Nation (Sechelt Nation), from the sunshine coast of British Columbia. As the Talent Sourcing Specialist  - Indigenous, with Talent Acquisition Services at ICBC, Linda uplifts Indigenous talent by recruiting and supporting professionals in ways that honour their needs, experiences, and culture. Her work helps build an environment that reflects the diverse Indigenous Peoples of British Columbia. Linda comes to ICBC with a varied background, including as a consultant in the development of ICBC’s Reconciliation Framework. A passionate activist and empathetic leader, Linda has spent much of her life working to bridge the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous perspectives and brings this passion and experience into every project.

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Who Should Attend?

• Indigenous leaders and executives

• Community leaders and decision-makers

• Managers and supervisors looking to enhance workplace culture

• HR professionals passionate about supporting Indigenous workforce development

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Morris Interactive has worked with over 230 First Nation & Métis communities and organizations. We’ve used the knowledge and experience acquired over the past 20 years to design this conference in a way that builds capacity for Managers, Directors, Leaders, Administrators, and HR Representatives with best-practices, tools, and templates that are crucial for communities and organization.

Notice: Morris Interactive takes photos and records this event. By registering, you give Morris Interactive permission to use any images taken during the conference ain which you appear.

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AGENDA:

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Day 1 April 28th-

8:00a.m.                         Registration and Networking Breakfast

9:00a.m.                         Opening Prayer and Kick-off

9:15a.m.                           Energizer Activity

9:30 a.m.                         Keynote Speaker - Strengthening Organizations through Cultural Wisdom (Linda Epp)

10:45a.m.                        BREAK

11:00 a.m.                       Performance Management and Goal Setting (Gary Mearns)

12:00p.m.                       LUNCH

1:00p.m.                          Energizer Activity

1:15 p.m.                          Employee Discipline and Workplace Harassment (Trista Cave)

2:30p.m.                          BREAK

2:45 p.m.                           Lateral Kindness (Janice Poitras)

3:45p.m.                           Q&A and Wrap-up      

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Day 2 April 29th-

8:00a.m.                         Networking Breakfast

9:00a.m.                         Energizer Activity

9:15 a.m.                         Panel Discussion – A Values Based Approach to HR

10:30a.m.                        BREAK

10:45 a.m.                       Compensation Best Practices (Gary Mearns)

12:00p.m.                        LUNCH

1:00p.m.                          Energizer Activity

1:15 p.m.                          HR’s Role in Facilitating Change (Treena Wynes)

2:30p.m.                          BREAK

2:45p.m.                          Q&A and Action Planning

3:00p.m.                         Group Activity and Prizes

3:45p.m.                           Closing Comments

                                            Closing Prayer

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