CPHR Saskatchewan will lead the recognition, advancement and influence of the HR profession for the success of organizations in Saskatchewan.

Self-regulation is a key component in advancing our vision:

• Our overarching objective is to protect the public by ensuring that Human Resource practitioners in Saskatchewan are competent and act in an ethical manner.  
• The Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct supports this objective by guiding HR practitioners on acceptable and unacceptable professional conduct.
• The Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct is also a source of assurance of the profession's concern for the public. Ethical conduct is, first and foremost, for the benefit and protection of the public, and only secondarily intended to achieve appropriate skills and conduct within the profession.

What does Self-regulation legally change?
Right now, the Association uses our National Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct and Bylaws to govern our members.

Self-regulation gives CPHR Saskatchewan the regulated authority to ensure that our members uphold best HR practice in Saskatchewan workplaces – in the same way other professions such as CPAs, lawyers, and engineers must uphold their standards to maintain their designations. 

How does it change the CPHR designation?
With Self-regulation, the CPHR designation becomes a stronger and more valuable representation of the designation-holders’ education, experience and commitment to the highest standards of professional practice. 

The public, employers and employees can be confident that HR Professionals in Saskatchewan workplaces are held to the highest standard of HR practice in the country. This is a recognition of the specialized expertise that CPHRs bring, a recognition that will only grow stronger over time.

Does our responsibility as members change?
As you do now, all practicing CPHRs and all members of CPHR Saskatchewan will have the responsibility to abide by the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct and uphold the national standards and support solid HR practices in your workplaces. Self-regulation provides you with the legal support to uphold best practice in your workplaces.

Does the responsibility of CPHR Saskatchewan change?
The key difference is that CPHR Saskatchewan will be responsible for the reasonable protection of the public through legislation granted by the Government of Saskatchewan. The legislation will include expectations and requirements that are common to all legislated professions. 

For example, CPHR Saskatchewan becomes responsible for:

• Providing the public with the ability to report complaints or inquiries to CPHR Saskatchewan for potential investigation and resolution; 
• Maintaining the entrance expectations for membership and for those who pursue the CPHR designation;
• Maintaining expectations for the ongoing professional development of CPHR designated members.

Many of these requirements are included in our bylaws already, however; in terms of advancing the credibility and respect of the HR profession as a true profession, this legislation is a great stride forward. 

Does everyone who practices HR in Saskatchewan have to become a CPHR?
No. All CPHR Saskatchewan members, designated or not, who practice HR will be held to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct as a condition of their membership and subject to review of complaints.  

HR practitioners that do not belong to CPHR Saskatchewan can still practice in Saskatchewan. As we continue our work to elevate the profession and increase the knowledge and skills of HR practitioners across Saskatchewan, we will continue to encourage those who fulfill HR roles to take advantage of our services and our accredited programs for Professional Development (PD).

How do Self-regulated CPHRs support Saskatchewan employers?

Self-regulated CPHRs help employers:

• Attract and keep the talent we need;
• Connect business goals to job performance; 
• Meet employment regulatory requirements; 
• Reduce exposure to unnecessary risks; 
• Enhance leadership skills at all levels.

How do Self-regulated CPHRs support Saskatchewan employees?

Self-regulated CPHRs better protect people’s financial, physical and emotional safety by creating workplaces where: 

• People are treated fairly and protected from abuse; 
• Expectations are clear and supports are in place; 
• Safety and wellness are priorities; 
• Careers are purposefully supported; 
• There are real opportunities for people to contribute and succeed.