Workopolis HR Professional of the Year Award

An individual who has made a significant contribution to the HR profession through exemplary professional practices that have transformed, improved or otherwise advanced the human resources profession. They should have also contributed to the lasting and meaningful career advancement of others in the profession. Includes those who have made a contribution through their work with HR professional associations.

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	Contribution has had an impact on the profession
	Mentorship
	Service to the profession
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

The Carswell HR Rising Star Award

An individual who has obtained the CHRP, has three to five years experience and whose early success indicates future leadership and achievement potential.

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	Early achievement
	Generalist outlook
	Significant responsibilities
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Export Development Canada Employment Branding Innovation Award

Individual who set out to transform their organization’s employment brand and achieved success. This individual has been instrumental in the creation and execution of this transformation.

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	Before and after story
	Planning and execution of the initiative
	Corroboration from others
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Individual who has created a performance culture in their organization through the use of innovative reward strategies.

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	Before and after story
	The planning and execution of the initiative
	Corroboration from others
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Individual who has championed a successful corporate social responsibility initiative in their organization.

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	Contribution that has had an impact on the profession
	Planning and execution of the initiative
	Corroboration from others
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Individual who has spearheaded a successful corporate governance renewal in their organization and who has had success in doing so.

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	Before and after story
	Planning and execution of the initiative
	Corroboration from others
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Individual who has spearheaded the implementation of a successful talent management initiative in their organization and who has had success in doing so.

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	Before and after story
	Planning and execution of the initiative
	Corroboration from others
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.

Impact on the profession through teaching, research or program leadership. Excellence in curriculum design.

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	Contribution to HR
	Academic that has championed HR as a discipline
	Please note: Permission of individual nominated is required.