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Winnipeg Free Press
31-05-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
HR becomes self-regulated profession in Manitoba
Starting Monday, Manitobans will be able to view complaints and disciplinary action against local human resources professionals through an online registry. The registry stems from new legislation. Bill 233, which recognizes human resources as a self-regulated profession, takes effect Sunday. 'We are very happy,' said Lana Adeleye-Olusae, past chair of CPHR Manitoba. CPHR Manitoba will be responsible for maintaining a public list showing the names and designations of its roughly 1,800 members. Viewers will see whether members are chartered professionals in human resources (CPHRs), CPHR candidates or human resources professionals without the designation. Legitimate complaints against members will be shown alongside 'very detailed information about the complaint' and the inquiry process, said Ron Gauthier, chief executive of CPHR Manitoba. CPHR Manitoba has handled complaints against its members for years, but disciplinary action has never been made public. Complaints can range from sexual assault to misusing confidential information and not fulfilling job requirements. Two complaints against HR professionals were dismissed this year. Last year, CPHR Manitoba received four or five complaints, Gauthier said. CPHR Manitoba's internal complaints committee sometimes comes to a decision. More complicated situations can elicit a third-party investigator, Gauthier said. Rulings can result in members' credentials being stripped. Both sides can hire lawyers and appeal decisions to the Court of King's Bench. Past complaints and inquiries won't appear in the new registry. Legitimate complaints, starting June 1, will be added to the online list. The registry only covers CPHR Manitoba members. 'If (businesses) want people that will be held accountable for what they have done, it's better for them to hire people that are under CPHR Manitoba,' Adeleye-Olusae said. Bill 233 gives title protection to CPHR Manitoba, allowing the entity to crack down more easily on people touting themselves as CPHRs when they're not. Shannon Martin, former MLA for McPhillips, introduced the legislation as a private members' bill in May 2023. Ontario, Quebec and Saskatchewan have passed similar legislation. HR practitioners aren't required to join CPHR Manitoba or become CPHRs. Gabrielle PichéReporter Gabrielle Piché reports on business for the Free Press. She interned at the Free Press and worked for its sister outlet, Canstar Community News, before entering the business beat in 2021. Read more about Gabrielle. Every piece of reporting Gabrielle produces is reviewed by an editing team before it is posted online or published in print — part of the Free Press's tradition, since 1872, of producing reliable independent journalism. Read more about Free Press's history and mandate, and learn how our newsroom operates. Our newsroom depends on a growing audience of readers to power our journalism. If you are not a paid reader, please consider becoming a subscriber. Our newsroom depends on its audience of readers to power our journalism. Thank you for your support.
National Post
25-04-2025
- Business
- National Post
Blackline Safety's Meaghan Whitney Named to Globe and Mail's 2025 Best Executives
Article content Article content CALGARY, Canada — Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, is pleased to announce that Meaghan Whitney, Chief People Officer, has been recognized in the Report on Business Best Executive Awards for outstanding leadership in Human Resources. Article content 'Meaghan is an exceptional leader who's built high-performing teams and a collaborative culture that has strongly contributed to our 32 consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth.' – Cody Slater, CEO, Chair Blackline Safety Article content Since joining Blackline five years ago, Whitney has played a critical role in the company's growth—doubling its global workforce from 280 to nearly 600 employees. Under her leadership, employee engagement has climbed to 80% and job satisfaction to 82%, well above the tech industry average of 67%. Average employee tenure has also increased to 3.5 years, surpassing the tech industry benchmark of two years. Article content 'Meaghan is an exceptional leader who's built high-performing teams and a collaborative culture that has strongly contributed to our 32 consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth,' said Cody Slater, CEO and Chair, Blackline Safety. 'On behalf of all of us at Blackline Safety, I am proud to congratulate Meaghan on this well-deserved recognition.' Article content A certified SHRM-CP and CPHR professional, Whitney is a respected voice in the HR community, frequently sharing insights through industry events and publications. Her early career in the performing arts gives her a unique edge in tech, cultivating the agility, creativity and emotional intelligence that define her leadership. These strengths have been key to building a workplace where employees across geographies can grow and perform at their best. Article content 'I am deeply honored to receive this recognition, which truly reflects the dedication of our entire team at Blackline Safety,' said Whitney. 'My passion has always been to ensure that each employee is valued as a whole person. When people feel seen and supported, they can achieve remarkable things, and that's what drives our continued success.' Article content The Report on Business Best Executive Awards celebrate excellence among leaders at the SVP, EVP, and C-suite (or equivalent) levels. The 28 recipients for 2025 represent exceptional leadership in six functional areas: Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Sales and Marketing, Technology, and Sustainability. Article content About Blackline Safety: Blackline Safety is a technology leader driving innovation in the industrial workforce through IoT (Internet of Things). With connected safety devices and predictive analytics, Blackline enables companies to drive towards zero safety incidents and improved operational performance. Blackline provides wearable devices, personal and area gas monitoring, cloud-connected software and data analytics to meet demanding safety challenges and enhance overall productivity for organizations with customers in more than 75 countries. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, Blackline provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 275 billion data-points and initiated over eight million emergency alerts. For more information, visit and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn and Instagram. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content MEDIA CONTACT Blackline Safety Christine Gillies, Chief Product and Marketing Officer cgillies@ +1 403-629-9434 Article content Article content
Business Wire
25-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Blackline Safety's Meaghan Whitney Named to Globe and Mail's 2025 Best Executives
CALGARY, Canada--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, is pleased to announce that Meaghan Whitney, Chief People Officer, has been recognized in the Report on Business Best Executive Awards for outstanding leadership in Human Resources. "Meaghan is an exceptional leader who's built high-performing teams and a collaborative culture that has strongly contributed to our 32 consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth." - Cody Slater, CEO, Chair Blackline Safety Share Since joining Blackline five years ago, Whitney has played a critical role in the company's growth—doubling its global workforce from 280 to nearly 600 employees. Under her leadership, employee engagement has climbed to 80% and job satisfaction to 82%, well above the tech industry average of 67%. Average employee tenure has also increased to 3.5 years, surpassing the tech industry benchmark of two years. "Meaghan is an exceptional leader who's built high-performing teams and a collaborative culture that has strongly contributed to our 32 consecutive quarters of year-over-year revenue growth," said Cody Slater, CEO and Chair, Blackline Safety. "On behalf of all of us at Blackline Safety, I am proud to congratulate Meaghan on this well-deserved recognition." A certified SHRM-CP and CPHR professional, Whitney is a respected voice in the HR community, frequently sharing insights through industry events and publications. Her early career in the performing arts gives her a unique edge in tech, cultivating the agility, creativity and emotional intelligence that define her leadership. These strengths have been key to building a workplace where employees across geographies can grow and perform at their best. "I am deeply honored to receive this recognition, which truly reflects the dedication of our entire team at Blackline Safety," said Whitney. "My passion has always been to ensure that each employee is valued as a whole person. When people feel seen and supported, they can achieve remarkable things, and that's what drives our continued success." The Report on Business Best Executive Awards celebrate excellence among leaders at the SVP, EVP, and C-suite (or equivalent) levels. The 28 recipients for 2025 represent exceptional leadership in six functional areas: Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Sales and Marketing, Technology, and Sustainability. About Blackline Safety: Blackline Safety is a technology leader driving innovation in the industrial workforce through IoT (Internet of Things). With connected safety devices and predictive analytics, Blackline enables companies to drive towards zero safety incidents and improved operational performance. Blackline provides wearable devices, personal and area gas monitoring, cloud-connected software and data analytics to meet demanding safety challenges and enhance overall productivity for organizations with customers in more than 75 countries. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, Blackline provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 275 billion data-points and initiated over eight million emergency alerts. For more information, visit and connect with us on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn and Instagram.
