Certificate in Indigenous Human Resources Essentials

The Certificate in Indigenous Human Resources (CIHRE) is a 3-level, 18-course training program that focuses on the daily operations of First Nation organizations. This program is for all levels of experience, focusing on everything from foundational topics to more complex and advanced topics.

CIHRE will offer participants a deep and expansive understanding of HR and provide you with tools and strategies to apply in the workplace. This program is delivered by an Indigenous facilitator or a facilitator with extensive experience working in Indigenous organizations.

The Certificate in Indigenous Human Resource Essentials welcomes attendees with varied level of education backgrounds. With no pre-requisites, attendees can enter the program at any time. Courses can be completed in any order at a schedule that complements participants’ professional environment. Participants can also select courses based on topics that align with their responsibilities.

A Certificate in Indigenous HR Essentials will be granted to participants at the completion of each Level (6 Courses Completed). To be eligible one must have been present in person for the full session series of each individual course.

 

 

 

2024 & 2025 course delivery dates

 Winnipeg Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the TIPI Group of Companies office (1075 Portage Ave, Unit #100, Winnipeg, MB)

 

June 2025

August 2025

October 2025

December 2025

  

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Whitecap Saskatoon Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the TIPI Group of Companies Saskatoon Office.

 

May 2025

July 2025

September 2025

November 2025

 

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Edmonton Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the Wingate by Wyndham in Edmonton.

 

June 2025

August 2025

October 2025

December 2025

 

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Edmonton Dates

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Course details

Level one

  1. Ethics and Professionalism (Level 1, Course 1):Ethics is an important topic in today’s business and work environment. In fact, the risk of unethical practices outside of what is considered morally right or proper can ruin your career and/or destroy your agency or business. This program will create increased awareness to ethical issues in the workplace.
  2. Recruitment and Selection (Level 1, Course 2): This program provides an overview of the recruitment process and how to develop progressive steps so that legal risks are minimized.
  3. Communicating Effectively (Level 1, Course 3): This program provides an overview of the complexity and importance of managing the message so that conflict is avoided.
  4. Managing Difficult Conversations (Level 1, Course 4): Supervisors need to apply higher level of skills in dealing with this conflict while ensuring a fair, consistent and transparent process. This program provides an overview of how to manage the difficult conversations that accompany conflict in the workplace.
  5. Team Building for Success (Level 1, Course 5): Learn what it takes to build a high performing team and become familiar with the 5 dysfunctions of a team. This program will highlight the importance of teambuilding and provide strategies for building a strong team in the workplace.
  6. Understanding Legislation and Human Resources (Level 1, Course 6): This program will focus on the history behind employment legislation and will provide a “deep dive” on employment legislation as it relates to Indigenous communities.

Level two

  1. Essentials of HR Policy Manuals (Level 2, Course 1): This program will enable participants to understand the different dynamics of HR policies including how to structure and write effective policies and procedures
  2. Managing Chronic Absenteeism (Level 2, Course 2): While policies may be in place, supervisors need to carefully focus on following a fair, consistent and transparent process. This program will assist participants to understand the complexity of absenteeism in the workplace.
  3. Substance Abuse in the Workplace (Level 2, Course 3): This program will help participants identify the issues related to Cannabis and create strategies to overcome them in your organization
  4. Mental Wellness in the Workplace (Level 2, Course 4): This program will outline the complexity and growing priority of mental health wellness in the workplace and how this can be integrated into all areas of human resources.
  5. Workplace Health and Safety (Level 2, Course 5): This training program is for general awareness of rights, responsibilities and safety practices for organizations, employers and employees.
  6. Employee Coaching and Development (Level 2, Course 6): This program provides a good background for the rationale of coaching employees and provides strategies to create a successful program.

Level three

  1. Conflict Resolution and Mediation (Level 3, Course 1): If conflicts, disagreements, and differences of opinion escalate into interpersonal conflict, managers must intervene to resolve the issues. This program provides an overview of interpersonal conflict in an organization and how to manage it effectively.
  2. Building your Financial Intelligence (Level 3, Course 2): This program is focused on helping participants understand how accounting works and how everything fits together to create an accurate financial picture of your program and/or organization.
  3. Leading Strategic Change Management (Level 3, Course 3): All leaders need to have the skills to initiate and implement change, help others understand the reasons for change, and assimilate change throughout the organization. This program brings about an understanding of change and organizational dynamics and how to lead change in an organization.
  4. Effective Employee and Labour Relations (Level 3, Course 4): Participants will be taught to understand the concept of employee relations and will teach a set of tools and techniques to manage the complex work challenges and prevent calls for unionization.
  5. Effective Workplace and Succession Planning (Level 3, Course 5): This program outlines a consistent, disciplined approach for matching people resources with both anticipated and unanticipated needs. Future-proof your organization with the knowledge and tools.
  6. Managing Compensation and Benefits (Level 3, Course 6): This program will help participants to create a practical understanding of the main aspects of compensation and benefits programming, and to understand current methodologies and strategies for effective delivery and management.

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Certificate in Indigenous Management Essentials

The Certificate in Indigenous Management Essentials (CIME) is a 3-level, 18-course training program that focuses on a combined partnership approach of Human Resources and Managers, learning how to navigate the ever-changing organizational landscape in harmony while keeping the focus on the unique challenges of First Nations organizations.

This program is for all levels of experience, focusing on building each participant's human resource knowledge and skills taken in our Certificate in Indigenous HR Essentials Program, and creating a pathway for managers to learn and connect with each employee on a Human Resources level.

CIME will offer participants a deep and expansive understanding of management and provide you with tools and strategies to apply in the workplace.

This program is delivered by an Indigenous facilitator or a facilitator with extensive experience working in Indigenous organizations.

The Certificate in Indigenous Management Essentials welcomes attendees with varied level of education backgrounds. There are no pre-requisites; attendees can enter the program at any time. Courses can be completed in any order at a schedule that complements participants’ professional environment. Participants can also select courses based on topics that align with their responsibilities.

A Certificate in Indigenous Management Essentials will be granted to participants at the completion of each Level (6 Courses completed). To be eligible one must have been present in person for the full session series of each individual course.

 

 

2024 & 2025 course delivery dates

 Winnipeg Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the TIPI Group of Companies office (100-1075 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB):

 

May 2025

September 2025

 

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Winnipeg Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the Wingate by Wyndham Edmonton West:

 

May 2025

June 2025

November 2025

 

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Winnipeg Dates

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The following courses will be held in-person at the TIPI Office (160-217 Josheph Okemasis Drive, Saskatoon, SK)

 

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Course details

Level one

  1. Inter-relationship between Compensation Strategies & Employee Evaluations (Level 1, Course 1): Organizations face the ongoing challenge of effectively measuring employee satisfaction and performance within the context of broader compensation strategies. This course explores the critical link between employee evaluations and compensation strategies, emphasizing the importance of aligning performance management practices with organizational goals for success. 
  2. Change Behaviour Through Positive Discipline (Level 1, Course 2): Effective communication is essential for guiding employees toward meeting expectations and fostering positive outcomes. In this course, we'll explore the power of clear communication in driving behaviour change. By adopting a positive discipline approach, we can transform challenges into collaborative opportunities to achieve desired results.
  3. Leadership Excellence: a Manager's Blueprint for Success (Level 1, Course 3): In today’s fast-paced business environment, effective leadership is crucial. Organizational success depends on strong leaders who meet modern employees' expectations to foster engagement. This course, "Effective Leadership: A Manager's Guide to Getting Results," equips managers with the skills to excel in leadership roles. We explore five key leadership values and how they build positive team relationships. By examining past and present practices, we ensure our organizations lead with confidence and vision.  
  4. Cultural Evolution: Empowering Management for Organizational Change (Level 1, Course 4): Build a better, stronger, and more resilient organization by transforming your current culture to one that aligns with both the organization's present needs and the current mindsets of its employees. This course will guide you through the strategic role of management in driving cultural change, ensuring that your policies and practices evolve to support and sustain this transformation. Learn how to bring purpose and value to life within your organization, creating an environment where both the business and its employees can thrive. 
  5. Elevate Engagement: a Manager's Guide to Fostering Employee Commitment (Level 1, Course 5): Employee engagement is not merely a trendy term—it's a fundamental element in driving organizational success. Throughout this course, we'll delve into the significance of employee engagement and equip you with actionable strategies to elevate engagement levels within your organization. 
  6. Project Leadership: Mastering Program Planning and Execution (Level 1, Course 6): Project leadership is crucial in ensuring the successful design, development, and implementation of programs within organizations. This workshop aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to effectively manage projects and drive success. Drawing from project management principles and practices, participants will learn how to navigate program planning, execution, and stakeholder management to achieve desired outcomes.

Level two

  1. Embracing Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging in the Workplace: In today's diverse and dynamic workplace, fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging (DIEB) is essential for organizational success and employee well-being. This course provides participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to create inclusive and equitable workplaces where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Participants will explore topics such as unconscious bias, cultural competence, allyship, and inclusive leadership. By the end of the course, participants will have the tools and insights needed to promote diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in their organizations, driving positive change and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
  2. Delivering Effective Meetings: Whether you're leading a team, participating as a member, or organizing meetings within your organization, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to make your meetings more efficient, meaningful, and impactful. By the end of the course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to plan, conduct, and follow up on meetings effectively, leading to improved communication, collaboration, and outcomes within your organization.
  3. Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Essential Skills for Managers: This course will help you identify emotional triggers, manage conflicts, and build stronger, more trusting relationships with your team, and equip you with the tools to enhance their leadership through self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication. By mastering these skills, you’ll lead with confidence, inspire your team, and create a positive and productive work environment.
  4. Time Efficiency Unlocked: Master Strategies for Managerial Success: This course focuses on equipping managers and professionals with essential techniques for managing time effectively, prioritizing tasks, and boosting both personal and team productivity. Participants will learn practical strategies such as time-blocking, task prioritization, delegation, and goal-setting to maximize efficiency. The course also addresses common productivity barriers, such as procrastination, and provides actionable solutions to overcome them.
  5. Conflict Mastery: Negotiation Skills for Effective Leadership: This course delves into conflict management and negotiation skills crucial for effective leadership. Participants will learn to navigate and resolve conflicts, negotiate successfully, and maintain positive relationships in challenging situations. By exploring practical strategies and engaging in role-playing scenarios, managers will gain the tools to handle disputes, foster collaboration, and achieve successful outcomes.
  6. Behavioural Dynamics: Unlocking Organizational Success Through Motivation and Culture: This course dives deep into the principles of Organizational Behaviour (OB) and focuses on understanding and leveraging motivational techniques to enhance workplace performance and culture. Participants will explore key OB theories, learn how to analyze and influence organizational culture, and develop strategies to motivate and engage employees effectively. By applying these insights, managers will be equipped to drive positive change and foster a high-performance work environment.

Level three

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Certificate in Indigenous Management Essentials - Saskatoon