The Human Resources Institute of Alberta (HRIA) is the professional voice of human resources practitioners in Alberta. With more than 3,000 members throughout the province, the HRIA is the not-for-profit professional society dedicated to "Advancing Excellence in Human Resources". The HRIA promotes and encourages maintenance of professional standards in the field of human resources management and works with the Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations (CCHRA) to define the standards and processes for certification as a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP).
Governed by a board of directors consisting of both elected and appointed members, the HRIA actively promotes the use of the professional designation and encourages hiring practices that recognize the CHRP certification. In addition, the HRIA serves as a spokesperson on human resources issues in the province of Alberta and represents the membership on issues at the provincial, national and international level.
Since its inception in 1984, the HRIA has benefited from the enthusiastic support of the HR community and makes it a priority to support future HR professionals through scholarships and bursaries granted through post-secondary educational programs across Alberta.
The Award
The award has been established with yearly funding from the Human Resources Institute of Alberta to assist individuals in acquiring the knowledge and skills required of Human Resources practitioners.
Value: $300
Number: One per year
Application Deadline: April 30
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled in Human Resources Management Certificate program.
- Academic standing (grade of C or better) in a minimum of four courses toward the Human Resource Management Certificate program.
- Leadership or extra-curricular activities as a student or in the community.
- Two reference letters are required.
Note: Students can apply for both the HRIA and Kay Pringle Scholarships, but are only eligible to receive one.