This educational webinar provides HR and benefits professionals with an overview of key learning, research, and professional resources available to support effective benefits and pension plan management. Participants will gain insight into current educational opportunities and information resources related to employee benefits, pensions, plan governance, benefits communication, and workplace well-being.
The session will examine a range of professional development options, including conferences, specialty programs, webcasts, virtual learning, e-learning courses, certificate programs, the Canadian CEBS designation pathway, and organizational training opportunities. Participants will also explore research publications, survey reports, toolkits, and knowledge resources that can support evidence-based decision-making and enhance professional practice.
In addition, the webinar will review opportunities for peer learning and knowledge exchange, as well as the availability of English- and French-language resources. Attendees will leave with a greater understanding of how to identify, access, and leverage educational and research-based resources to support their ongoing professional development and organizational objectives.
Learning Objectives:
• Explain key trends, topics, and knowledge areas in employee benefits, pensions, plan governance, benefits communication, and workplace well-being that support effective HR and benefits practice.
• Identify professional development pathways and learning opportunities that can help build expertise in benefits, pensions, total rewards, and related disciplines.
• Access and use credible research, publications, benchmarking data, and practical tools to inform workplace decisions and address benefits-related challenges.
• Evaluate educational and information resources to determine their relevance to specific organizational and professional needs.
• Apply a structured approach to identifying learning and knowledge resources that support ongoing professional development and improve HR and benefits outcomes.
• Recognize opportunities for peer learning, knowledge sharing, and professional networking to enhance effectiveness in their role.
Who should attend this program?
• HR generalists seeking to expand their knowledge of employee benefits, pensions, and total rewards.
• HR managers responsible for supporting employee benefit and pension programs within their organizations.
• Benefits and pension administrators looking to enhance their expertise and stay informed about industry developments and best practices.
• Total rewards professionals involved in benefits strategy, plan design, employee communication, and workforce well-being initiatives.
• Learning and development professionals supporting employee and organizational growth through professional education.
• Consultants and advisors who provide guidance on employee benefit plans, pensions, and workplace well-being programs.
• Professionals who are new to the benefits and pensions field and looking to build foundational knowledge.
• Experienced practitioners interested in exploring educational, research, and professional development resources to support ongoing learning and informed decision-making.
Prerequisites: No prior familiarity with The Foundation is required.
Registration Difficulties/Questions: Please reach out to the webinars team at PDwebinars@hrpa.ca
Speaker
Niech’Elle-Simone Skeete, CEBS, CWP
Niech’Elle-Simone Skeete is Associate Director, Outreach & Industry Engagement, Canada, at the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. She works with HR, benefits and pension professionals across Canada to identify education needs and connect them with relevant programs and information resources. Her role includes industry engagement, professional association collaboration and support for English- and French-language education.