This has been an exciting week for the SCC’s Programs with the announcement of a new partnership to offer training province-wide and a new level of Indigenous Awareness Training now available!
 
SCC Announces Province-Wide Business Training Partnership
 
On Monday, August 12th, the SCC and Southeast College held a Press Conference to announce their new partnership with Sask Colleges to provide the Business Management Essentials (BME) Program across the province. The BME Program currently features 8 modules that are presented in one-day workshop style classes and features certification in two levels.
 
The BME Program has been designed with employers in mind. Modules are eligible for Canada-Saskatchewan Job Grant funding and Chamber Members receive a discounted rate, making employee upskilling that much more affordable.
 
“One of the clearest messages from our Membership has been the need to upskill their people,” noted Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce CEO Steve McLellan. “Growth is key to business success, and a big part of that is developing and retaining the best people.”
 
Read the Media Release here.
 
Introducing Indigenous Awareness Training Level 2: Implementing an Indigenous Strategy & Hiring/Retention for Business
 
Join John Lagomodiere with ACS Aboriginal Consulting Services for a day of information and learning through the SCC's programming, Indigenous Awareness Training Level 2: Implementing an Indigenous Strategy & Hiring/Retention for Business on Tuesday, October 8th in the SCC Offices. This ½ day session will be offered in both the morning and the afternoon.

This advanced session will cover how to implement an Indigenous strategy for your business as well as information on hiring and retaining Indigenous employees. Attendees should have already attended Indigenous Awareness Training Level 1: Myths & Misconceptions or have a base level knowledge of the history of Saskatchewan's Indigenous & Metis peoples as well as the TRC Calls to Action.  

ACS Aboriginal Consulting Services is a past ABEX winner and is currently contracted to provide Aboriginal Awareness training to all provincial government employees. PostashCorp is also a previous client of ACS. John Lagimodiere, ACS President, has a close relationship with the SCC and was co-MC for the 2017 ABEX Awards.
 
Seating is limited. Click here to register for the morning session, or here to register for the afternoon session.
 
John Lagomodiere will also be presenting Indigenous Awareness Training Level 1: Myths & Misconceptions is also being offered on Tuesday, September 10th in the SCC Offices. This is a full day session.
 
This introductory session will cover the history of Saskatchewan's Indigenous & Metis peoples from pre-contact to today, including Treaties and the TRC Calls to Action. This session is a prerequisite to Indigenous Awareness Training Level 2: Implementing an Indigenous Strategy and Hiring/Retention for Business. 
 
Seating is limited. Click here to register today!
 
SCC, PATHS & CPHR Sask Partner to Offer Interpersonal Violence Training this Fall
 
It is a fact that Saskatchewan has the highest rates of police-reported domestic violence for both males and females in Canada.
 
With the passing of recent provincial legislation, Saskatchewan now offers paid leave to victims of domestic and sexual violence who require time off from work. What does this mean for employers and HR professionals?
 
The SCC has partnered with the Provincial Association of Transition Houses & Services (PATHS) and Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Saskatchewan (CPHR Sask) to offer the Make it Our Business Program. This program provides information to engage employers and other workplace stakeholders to prevent workplace domestic violence, to support employees at risk of currently experiencing domestic violence, and to improve workplace health and safety. The Program's full day session will also look at developing policy and procedures for the workplace. 
 
Watch for Fall session dates to be announced soon!
 
Are You a Member of an SCC Committee?
 
Meeting schedules from September 2019 to June 2020 have been released for the SCC Environment Committee, Labour Market Council and Water Council for Saskatchewan have been announced. Watch your calendar for dates!
 
Interested in becoming a member of an SCC Committee? Contact Michele Geres, Director of Programs, for more information!