A 5-Day Human Resources Capacity-Building Workshop
In-Person or Virtual | Fully Customizable
HR Blueprint is a comprehensive, skills-based workshop designed to help participants understand, develop, and strengthen human resources practices within First Nations organizations, departments, and workplaces.
This program guides participants through the core functions of human resources, while also exploring HR’s role as a strategic partner in building healthy workplaces, strong teams, and sustainable organizations.
The workshop is practical, interactive, and grounded in real workplace scenarios — not theory or corporate jargon.
Who This Program Is For
- First Nations staff and community members
- Band administration and organizational teams
- Managers, supervisors, and emerging leaders
- HR staff or individuals responsible for HR functions
- Employment & Training and governance programs
- Participants with little or no formal HR training
No prior HR education or experience is required. Content is delivered in clear, accessible language and tailored to the realities of First Nations workplaces.
Program Overview
Human resources is more than hiring and paperwork — it shapes workplace culture, employee engagement, accountability, and long-term success.
During this 5-day program, participants learn how HR systems and practices support:
- Fair and respectful workplaces
- Strong recruitment and retention
- Employee well-being and engagement
- Conflict resolution and accountability
- Organizational stability and growth
Participants gain both practical skills and big-picture understanding, empowering them to contribute more confidently in their roles.
What Participants Will Learn
Throughout the workshop, participants explore:
Human Resources Foundations
- Introduction to human resources management
- Understanding the role and purpose of HR
- Key human resources functions
- HR as a strategic business partner
Recruitment, Hiring & Onboarding
- Recruitment and talent acquisition
- The recruitment process
- Selection and onboarding
- Employer branding and value proposition
Employee Relations & Workplace Culture
- Employee relations and engagement
- Building a positive work culture
- Employee engagement and retention
- Conflict resolution and conflict management
Performance & Development
- Performance management and development
- Performance appraisal systems
- Training and professional development
Legal & Operational HR
- Legal aspects of human resources management
- Understanding policies, procedures, and compliance
HR Metrics, Technology & the Future
- HR metrics and analytics
- HR technology and tools
- Using data to support decision-making
- Future trends in human resources management
Typical Program Structure (5 Days)
While fully customizable, HR Blueprint is typically delivered as a 5-day workshop, with each day building knowledge and confidence.
Daily sessions include:
- Practical instruction
- Group discussion
- Real-world workplace examples
- Scenario-based activities
- Reflection and applied learning
The program can be paced to suit participant experience levels and organizational needs.
Fully Customizable to Community Needs
HR Blueprint is completely flexible. Communities can customize:
- Program length and scheduling
- Delivery format (in-person or virtual)
- Focus for staff, leadership, or mixed groups
- Emphasis on recruitment, performance, culture, or compliance
We work closely with communities to ensure the program aligns with organizational goals, governance structures, and funding requirements.
First Nations–Focused & Practical
This workshop is delivered with an understanding of the unique HR realities in First Nations organizations, including:
- Small teams with overlapping roles
- Limited HR capacity
- The importance of relationship-based leadership
- The need for fair, respectful, and transparent practices
The approach is:
- Strengths-based
- Respectful and non-judgmental
- Practical and immediately applicable
- Focused on building confidence and capacity
Why Communities Bring This Program In
Communities choose HR Blueprint because it:
- Builds internal HR capacity
- Strengthens workplace systems and accountability
- Supports healthier workplace culture
- Improves recruitment, retention, and engagement
- Reduces conflict and confusion around roles and expectations
- Supports long-term organizational stability
Why Funders Support This Program
Funders value HR Blueprint because it:
- Builds governance and organizational capacity
- Supports workforce development
- Encourages accountability and professionalism
- Strengthens systems that support long-term success
- Aligns with governance, leadership, and capacity-building funding priorities
Outcomes Participants Can Expect
After completing HR Blueprint, participants often leave with:
- Greater confidence in HR roles and responsibilities
- Clear understanding of HR systems and functions
- Improved ability to support fair and respectful workplaces
- Stronger recruitment and onboarding practices
- Better conflict-management and performance-management skills
- Increased organizational capacity and stability
Bring HR Blueprint to Your Community
If your organization is looking to strengthen HR knowledge, systems, and workplace culture, HR Blueprint provides a clear, practical foundation for building strong, respectful, and effective workplaces.
