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What Does It Take to Become One of Canada’s Top 100 Employers? 2004 TOP EMPLOYER SUMMIT M A R C H 1 1 - 1 2 , 2 0 0 4 • P A R K H Y A T T H O T E L • 4 A V E N U E R O A D , T O R O N T O

THE “MUST-ATTEND” HR EVENT OF THE YEAR Canada’s most comprehensive In this two-day conference, you will: Meet the key writers and decision- conference on how to become a top makers behind the annual Canada’s Top 100 Employers competition. Hear directly from over 20 senior HR employer. Hear from the experts: managers on this year’s “Top 100” list about their most innovative HR programs. Richard N. Bolles, renowned speaker and author of the world’s Interact with leading academic thinkers on how human resources policies now most popular career guide, What Color is Your Parachute. influence corporate strategy. Hear from practice directors at Canada’s Richard W. Yerema, author of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and best-selling career author. leading HR consulting firms on future directions in recruitment and retention. Dr. Barbara Moses, career guru, best-selling author of What’s Next and Leave with a step-by-step guide on President, BBM Human Resource Consultants Inc. Over 35 what you need to do to become one of industry-leading Canada’s Top 100 Employers. speak Anthony W. Meehan, creator of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and the ers — all at Publisher of Mediacorp Canada Inc. one conference! HEAR SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONALS FROM LEADING James Deacon, Assistant Managing Editor at Maclean’s Magazine “TOP 100” EMPLOYERS: responsible for the Canada’s Top 100 Employers annual feature story. Bank of Montreal Katherine Macklem, National Business Correspondent for Maclean’s Magazine and writer Merck Frosst of their cover story on Canada’s Top 100 Employers. General Dynamics Canada Dr. Daniel A. Ondrack, Academic Director & Professor of Organizational Behaviour, Great-West Life Rotman School of Management, University of . University Health Network Rogers Communications Dr. Jeffrey Gandz, Director of Executive Education & Leadership Professor, Richard Ivey School of Business Administration, University of Western Ontario. Halsall Associates Frank Russell Canada Chris Pinney, Director, Canadian Centre of Philanthropy’s “Imagine” Program. Ernst & Young LLP Crystal Decisions GALA RECEPTION: Conference delegates also receive a complimentary ticket to this year’s gala reception for Canada’s Top 100 Employers, held at the same time as the conference. Wardrop Engineering Epcor Utilities Inc. SPACE IS AT THIS CONFERENCE IS LIMITED: Avoid disappointment — register today by calling Cascades Inc. 1-800-361-2580 or register online at http://www.EmployerSummit.ca. Shell Canada Sponsored by SaskTel TDL Group KPMG LLP VanCity MEDIACORP CANADA To register, call 1-800-361-2580 CONFERENCE PROGRAM or visit http://www.EmployerSummit.ca

Thursday, March 11, 2004: sequences that reach deep within your or- 2:30 pm — 2:45 pm ganization. Research shows that top employ- Remarks from the Co-Chairs ers not only outperform their competitors in the marketplace — they also attract the The next section of the conference consists of 7:30 am — 8:30 am leadership talent needed to sustain this com- eight working sessions that focus on the key Registration & Continental Breakfast petitive advantage. In this thought-provok- areas that distinguish organizations selected ing session, two of Canada’s leading academic for Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Each session thinkers make the case for becoming a top is introduced by a leading Canadian specialist employer. You’ll leave this session with the in the field. They are followed by case studies 8:30 am — 9:00 am evidence needed to convince the rest of your from HR professionals at “Top 100” employ- Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs executive team that becoming an employer ers with remarkable programs in these areas. The first part of today’s session will focus on of choice is a matter of strategic importance three “big picture” themes: (1) Why do hu- for every part of your organization. 2:45 pm — 3:45 pm man resource policies matter so much in em- DR. DANIEL A. ONDRACK, “Don’t Show Me the Money: Improving ployees’ lives? (2) Why are these policies be- Professor of Organizational Behaviour & Vacation Allowance and Paid Time-Off” coming increasingly integrated with corporate Academic Director, Rotman School of strategy? (3) Why are the public and media Management, University of Toronto Ask employees what they most want to im- paying so much attention to these issues? prove at work and you’ll always get the DR. JEFFREY GANDZ, same answer: more time-off. This stimu- ANTHONY MEEHAN, Director of Executive Education & Leader- lating session will change the way you Publisher, Canada’s Top 100 Employers ship Professor, Richard Ivey School of Business think about vacation policy, time-off and RICHARD YEREMA, Administration, Univ. of Western Ontario new “earned days-off” programs — and Author, Canada’s Top 100 Employers introduce you to three remarkable employ- 12:15 pm — 2:00 pm ers that are changing the rules in this field. Luncheon With the Media: “Why Good 9:00 am — 10:30 am Introduction: Employers Now Make the Headlines” KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: “Change Your SUSAN BOWYER, Consultant, Mercer Organization, Change the World: Why Interesting and innovative workplaces are Human Resource Consulting, Toronto Human Resource Policies Matter in increasingly in the news. In what prom- “Top 100” Case Studies: Employees’ Working Lives” ises to be a frank and animated exchange, Canada’s leading broadcasters and jour- KAREN BRISCOE, HR Manager, Richard N. Bolles, the renowned speaker nalists in the field offer their insights on Frank Russell Canada Ltd., Toronto and the world’s best-selling career author, why good employers are making headlines will make a feature presentation on the — and what your organization can do to BOB LANE, Vice-President, Human new role of employers — and the man- increase its profile. Resources & Corporate, CUETS, Regina agers who set human resources policies Questions & Answers will follow. PETER CONNELLY, VP, Human Resources, — as positive agents of change in employ- Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Toronto ees’ lives. Never before have employers Moderator: been presented with so many opportuni- ties to change their employees’ lives for JAMES DEACON, Senior Editor, Maclean’s Magazine & the better — and become far more effec- 3:45 pm — 4:45 pm tive organizations in the process. Editor in Charge of their “Canada’s Top 100 Employers” Cover Story “The New Role of Training: Building a This is a rare opportunity to hear the Sustainable Competitive Advantage” world’s leading authority in the field dis- Media Panel: cuss a subject that has become his life’s Progressive training and development poli- mission. This feature presentation should KATHERINE MACKLEM, cies are increasingly seen as competitive not be missed. National Business Correspondent, tools, both in recruiting the best employ- Maclean’s Magazine & Journalist for ees and in the marketplace. Explore this RICHARD NELSON BOLLES, their “Canada’s Top 100 Employers” new world with three remarkable employ- Author, What Color is Your Parachute? Cover Story ers that have taken training to new levels. DIANNE BUCKNER, Introduction: Host & Sr. Producer, CBC-TV “Venture” 10:30 am — 10:45 am DR. ANDREA PLOTNICK, National Refreshment & Networking Break KENNETH KIDD, Expertise Director, The Hay Group Business Editor, The Toronto Star “Top 100” Case Studies: “A Taste of France” — This short coffee break JUDITH TIMSON, Columnist features pastries and refreshments from la belle Careers Section, The Globe and Mail JUDITH LACROIX, Manager, Recruitment France. Brought to you by Alliance Française. & HR Development, CAE Inc., Montréal MARY KRESSIN, 2:00 pm— 2:30 pm 10:45 am — 12:15 pm Director, Institute for Learning, Refreshment & Networking Break Bank of Montreal, Toronto “Understanding the Strategic Importance of Being a Top Employer” “Viva Italia!” — This short break features ADAM WELLWOOD, Manager, biscotti, coffee and refreshments that bring to Recruitment & Retention Programs, Becoming an employer of choice is more mind “la dolce vita”. Brought to you by the Rogers Communications Inc., Toronto than just a nice award — it has strategic con- Italian Cultural Institute. Thursday, March 11, 2004 (cont.) “Top 100” Case Studies: “Top 100” Case Studies: KEITH BOWMAN, ROSALIE FOYLE, Director, HR Business Canada People Team Leader, Partnership, Merck Frosst, Montréal Ernst & Young LLP, Toronto 6:30 pm — 8:30 pm EMMA PAVLOV, VP, Human Resources Gala Reception, Park Hyatt Hotel DONNA WILSON, University Health Network, Toronto Vice-President, Human Resources, 4th Annual Top Employers Reception VanCity Savings Credit Union, Join CEOs and senior human resources man- 12:00 pm — 1:30 pm JAMES POPEL, VP, Human Resources, Working Lunch: “Why Good Corporate agers from the 100 finalists in the 2004 edi- Wardrop Engineering Inc., tion of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for a Citizens Are Often Great Employers” gala reception with members of the media. This annual event brings Canada’s leading One of the most thought-provoking find- employers together with the book’s editorial 9:45 am — 10:45 am ings from Canada’s Top 100 Employers is team, journalists and senior members of the “Beyond the Bonus: Financial Benefits that employers who take a broader view civil service. Complimentary drinks, hors as Part of a Total Rewards Program” of their responsibilities to the community d’oeuvres and live background music make are almost always better places to work. this an evening not to be missed. (Reception Top employers are increasingly taking a HR professionals increasingly are becom- is also open to conference delegates.) holistic approach in developing their to- ing involved in their organizations’ chari- tal rewards strategies, encompassing more table programs. These programs actively Special Guests of Honour: aspects of employees’ lives. By thinking involve employees and, in the best cases, “outside the box”, these organizations are make the most of their employees’ skills. WAYNE WOUTERS, Deputy Minister, Hu- using financial benefits to attract and re- man Resources & Skills Development, Canada tain the talent they need to thrive. Introduction: DR. BARBARA MOSES, Bestselling Author Introduction: CHRIS PINNEY, & President, BBM HR Consultants Inc. Director, Canadian Centre for WENDY POIRIER, Philanthropy’s “Imagine” Program Consultant, Towers Perrin “Top 100” Case Studies: HOSTED BY CERIDIAN CANADA LTD. “Top 100” Case Studies: ROBERT MURRAY, President, MSM Transportation., Bolton, Ontario Friday, March 12, 2004 ERIC BEAULIEU, Corporate Human Resources Director, BRIGID PELINO, Vice-President, Cascades Inc., Kingsey Falls, QC Human Resources, TDL Group, Oakville 7:45 am — 8:30 am ROSS HANSON, Chief Operating Officer, VANDA CONWAY, Manager, Strategic Registration & Continental Breakfast Park Lane Homes Ltd., Coquitlam, BC Planning & Staffing, SaskTel, Regina DAVID FULTON, 1:30 pm — 1:45 pm 8:30 am — 8:45 am General Manager, Human Resources Opening Remarks from the Co-Chairs Shell Canada Limited, Energizing Fitness Break The morning session will focus on improving Join instructors from Roots Canada’s new your organization’s health, financial and fam- 10:45 am — 11:00 am Yorkville fitness studio for an exercise break. ily-friendly benefits. Three working sessions Energizing Fitness Break will highlight current best-practices in each of 1:45 pm — 2:45 pm these important fields — and offer practical Namasté — This brief exercise break will “Getting Employees Engaged Through be a led by an instructor from Toronto’s advice on how to transform your organization Innovative Performance Management” into one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. renowned ‘Downward Dog’ yoga studio. As more is learned about what drives em- 11:00 am — 12:00 pm 8:45 am — 9:45 am ployee engagement, progressive employers “The Vanishing World of June Cleaver: are tailoring their performance manage- “Health Benefits Plans Get a Makeover: Family-Friendly Benefits Catch Up to ment programs not only to focus and di- Crafting the Ideal Plan and Staying Today’s Working Parent.” rect employees’ efforts – but also to retain Within Budget” and motivate them. The traditional an- Forward-thinking employers increasingly nual review has given way to a fascinating Once remarkable for their consistency view family-friendly benefits as a strategic array of practices that will change how you across various employers, a bewildering ar- tool to attract and retain the best people. think about performance management. ray of new health benefits plans have From improved maternity leave to flexible Introduction: sprung up across the country. These in- work options, family-friendly benefits have novative plans go far beyond the familiar emerged as the key distinguishing feature DAVID NEILLY, Consultant, flexible benefits schemes. Some even al- of Canada’s best employers. Towers Perrin low employees to “trade” unused benefits for more vacation, extra pay or a charita- Co-Moderators: “Top 100” Case Studies: ble donation. That’s the subject of this SARAH MOORE, enlightening and informative one hour BRIAN K. HUGHES, Director, Organizat- Senior Editor in Charge of the CT100 - ional Effectiveness, Halsall Assoc., Toronto working session. Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers Introduction: Project, Today’s Parent Magazine MARY FITZGERALD, National HR Director, KPMG, Toronto BRENT KERSLAKE, VP, Major Accounts, PAMELA P. J EFFERY, Great-West Life, Winnipeg President & CEO, The Jeffery Group Ltd., ROBERT ARMSTRONG, Founder, The Women’s Executive Network Senior VP, HR, Epcor Utilities, Edmonton Friday, March 12, 2004 (cont.) Introduction: 3:45 pm — 4:30 pm Closing Remarks by Co-Chairs: “Whither 2:45 pm — 3:45 pm PETER BROMLEY, Founder First Light PMV Inc., Toronto Janus? Reflections on the Canada’s Top “Unsung Hero: Is Culture the Most 100 Employers Competition” Effective Recruitment & Retention Tool?” “Top 100” Case Studies: Exclusive to this conference, the organiz- Could it be that the culture of an organi- JANE MCVEIGH, ers of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers com- zation is the main reason why talented Vice-President, Human Resources, petition will share their insights on this people choose to join and remain there? General Dynamics Canada, Ltd.,Ottawa year’s competition and look ahead to the From employee hockey teams to regular 2005 edition. Discover their unpublished family social events, building a vibrant JACKIE BOHEZ, industry-by-industry “cut-off” points for culture has remarkable consequences for VP, Strategic Resource Development this year’s Top 100 list. Get a glimpse of recruitment and retention. Join us for a Telvent Canada Ltd., Calgary the remarkable new features that will be thought-provoking examination of why NIKKI WATKINS, Worldwide Director, incorporated into next year’s edition. culture really matters — and the practical Learning & Development, Business Ob- steps human resources professionals can jects SA (formerly Crystal Decisions, Inc.) take to harness its power. 4:30 pm — Conference Concludes

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