HR Self-Regulation Act receives 1st Reading in Manitoba Legislature

May 11, 2023

We are pleased and proud to share that on Wednesday, May 10, the Government of Manitoba introduced The Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Act for first reading. Once passed, the Act will establish the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Manitoba as a self-regulating body.

This is the first step in the legislative process, and a very important milestone for CPHR Manitoba to achieve Self-Regulation,” says Board Chair Dr. Lana Adeleye-Olusae, CMC, CPHR, MBA. “This is a moment CPHR Manitoba has been working towards for years.”

In Saskatchewan, the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Act went through the Legislative process quickly and was unanimously approved, largely because it had the support of employers and post-secondary education and of legislators who have come to appreciate the importance of the HR profession in protecting the public at work.

Here in Manitoba, our Board and staff have been talking with members and with our partners and stakeholders in business and post-secondary education about Self-Regulation for a few years now,” says Ron Gauthier, CEO,CPHR Registrar. “We know from our conversations with organized labour, that they appreciate the benefits of working with qualified HR professionals, too. Add to that the outstanding contribution that HR has made to protecting individuals, business owners and our economy over the past few years, and we expect the process here will go smoothly.”

CPHR Manitoba is ready to take on the role of Self-Regulator. “This is more than a point of pride for us,” says Colleen Coates, Past Chair CPHR Manitoba. “Self-Regulation ensures that the public, employers and employees can be confident that HR Professionals in Manitoba workplaces are held to the highest standard and it will provide the legal backing to hold employers and our members accountable for upholding best HR practices.”

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Next Steps in this Process

 INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING

The Sponsor of a Bill (an MLA) moves that a Bill be read a first time and introduced in the House. The motion is not debatable, but the MLA may offer a brief explanation of the Bill's purpose. This step occurred yesterday.

SECOND READING

The Bill is debated and either accepted or rejected. Adoption of a second reading motion means the Legislative Assembly approves the principle of the Bill. During the question period of second reading, motions can be moved to amend the Bill or postpone for six months.

COMMITTEE STAGE

After a Bill has passed Second Reading it is referred to a Standing, or Special Committee or to a Committee of the Whole House.

During committee stage, members of the public may present oral and written submissions concerning the proposed Bill. After the public has been heard from, the Committee proceeds to a clause-by-clause consideration of the Bill. At this time, amendments may be proposed and considered. Persons wishing to make an oral presentation can register through the Clerk's Office at 945-3636.

REPORT STAGE

The committee reports on the Bill to the House. MLAs may propose further amendments to specific Bill clauses. The sponsor moves concurrence and third reading after any amendments have been disposed of.

CONCURRENT AND THIRD READING

At this point, the Bill is debatable and amendments may be proposed, but debates are usually brief, in part since most Concurrence and Third Reading motions are moved in the final days of session. Adoption of a Concurrence and Third Reading motion signals passage of a Bill.

ROYAL ASSENT

To become law, a Bill that passes all stages in the House must receive Royal Assent from the Lieutenant Governor.

As we continue through this process, we will keep everyone informed of our progress. If you have questions with respect to self-regulation, please reach out to hello@cphrmb.ca.