From HR Generalist to Labour Relations Authority
What It Really Takes to Lead, Influence, and Decide in Labour Relations, Even When It’s Not Your Core Role.
February 14th, 2026 | 9:00 AM MST – 10:20 AM MST
Labour Relations authority is built, not assigned.
It comes from:
- How you assess risk before others see it
- How you frame decisions when stakes are high
- How you manage conflict without losing trust or control
This session shows what separates HR professionals who support complex cases from those who are trusted to own them.
What you will gain from this session:
- The hidden capability gap between HR generalist work and labour relations authority
- Why good HR professionals struggle when disputes escalate
- How experienced LR professionals think about risk, leverage, and timing
- The mindset shift required to move from execution to authority
- Practical ways to start building LR credibility in your current role
Who should attend:
This session is designed for HR professionals who want to be taken seriously in complex situations.
- HR Professionals and HR Generalists
- HR Business Partners
- HR Managers and People Leaders
- Professionals aspiring to specialize in Labour Relations
- HR leaders who want stronger authority in conflict moments
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In This Webinar, You Will Learn
The new labour relations landscape
• Core fundamentals HR often misses
• How to handle grievances and discipline effectively
• High-risk workplace scenarios and how to respond
• A simple LR framework you can use immediately to reduce risk
Who Should Attend
- HR professionals & consultants working in unionized workplaces in Canada.
- Managers, people & business leaders looking to navigate union dynamics with confidence.
- Aspiring HR professionals & students seeking practical insights into labour relations.
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss This Webinar
Understanding labour relations isn’t just about compliance—it’s about ensuring smooth workplace operations, reducing disputes, and building strong employer-employee relationships.
Join us for this must-attend session and gain the skills to navigate unionized workplaces with confidence!
Seats are limited—secure yours now!
Meet Your Speakers
Adeleke Adesuyi
Employee & Labour Relations Expert | Dean of Faculty, ALR
Adeleke is a seasoned HR executive and educator with deep expertise in labour relations, employee relations, and strategic HR leadership. He is currently the Acting Director, Strategic HR Business Partner and leads the Employee & Labour Relations team at Vancouver Fraser Port Authority. As an Instructor of Human Resources Management at KPU Melville School of Business, he develops graduate-level curricula and mentors future HR leaders.
Kehinde Ogbemudia
HR and Labour Relations Professional
Kehinde is a seasoned HR professional with over a decade of experience across manufacturing, financial services, and multinational environments. She currently serves as a Human Resources Specialist at McCain Foods, where she supports a large workforce through talent management, employee relations, performance systems, and day-to-day HR operations. With prior roles at ProvidusBank, Maple Leaf Foods, and Halogen Security, she has built strong expertise in capability development, performance improvement, and supporting leaders in fast-paced settings. Kehinde holds certifications including CIPMN, aPRHi, and CPHR Manitoba membership, and is completing a Human Resources Management certificate at the University of Manitoba. Known for her analytical approach, clear communication, and balanced tactical-strategic support, she brings professionalism, empathy, and practical HR insight—making her a valuable contributor to this Labour Relations webinar.
Samantha Liu
Senior HR and Labour Relations Advisor
Samantha CPHR, is an accomplished HR and Labour Relations professional with extensive experience across healthcare, security services, and gaming—three of Canada’s most complex unionized sectors. She currently serves as a Senior Human Resources and Labour Relations Advisor at Vancouver Coastal Health, where she supports large multi-stakeholder teams and leads the resolution of high-impact workplace issues. Known for her strength in collective bargaining, grievance management, conflict resolution, and employer–union relations, she is recognized for guiding leaders through sensitive labour matters with clarity and fairness. Beyond labour relations, Samantha brings broad HR expertise across talent acquisition, training, compensation, benefits, and occupational health and safety, consistently aligning HR practices with organizational goals. Her calm judgment, negotiation skill, and ability to stabilize complex labour dynamics make her a trusted voice in modern HR practice and a valuable contributor to this webinar.
Imoleayo Ashogbon
Director of HR and Labour Relations
Imoleayo Ashogbon is a seasoned HR leader and career strategist with over 15 years of experience across Canada and global Fortune 500 environments. He currently leads Human Resources and Labour Relations at one of Alberta’s finest universities, where he guides culture, compliance, and organizational effectiveness at an institutional level. Imole has helped more than 1,000 professionals secure meaningful roles in Canada and has advised CEOs, executives, and business leaders on building high-performing people systems. As an HR Instructor at the University of Calgary, he teaches and designs HR programs that equip the next generation of professionals. Recognized for his expertise in labour relations, HR compliance, and strategic workforce planning, Imole is widely regarded as a trusted voice in modern HR leadership.
Why this matters now more than ever
Labour relations complexity is increasing.
Organizations are facing:
- More grievances and disputes
- Higher legal and reputational risk
- Less tolerance for HR errors
- Faster escalation and scrutiny
HR professionals who can navigate these moments with confidence become indispensable.
Those who cannot are often sidelined, regardless of experience.
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