Phillip Farinha is a National Manager, Human Resources supporting the Canadian market at IBI Group. He has over 10 years of experience in Human Resources and joined IBI Group in 2008 with the mandate to establish a recruitment team and assist with the development of the core HR infrastructure programs. Phillip has been involved with major HR program implementations such as the international roll out of HRIS systems and has been integral in setting up the talent management team.

Phillip is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and holds an Honours Bachelors of Arts degree from The University of Western Ontario and has graduated with Honors with a post-graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management from Humber College.

As a long time member of the EHRA, Phillip has had the pleasure of meeting many dedicated HR professionals across a variety of consulting engineering practices.

Victoria Campbell is a Human Resources Manager and Associate at WalterFedy, a multidiscipline engineering, architecture and construction firm that employs roughly 150 employees in 2 offices in Ontario. Victoria has been with the firm since 2010 and also carries a strong recruitment background from her previous employment. Victoria joined the EHRA in 2013 and currently serves as the association Secretary.

Victoria has obtained the CHRL designation with the HRPA with a Bachelors of Administrative and Commercial Studies, with a focus in Finance from The University of Western Ontario.

Marilyn Crawford is the Human Resources Manager at XCG Consultants Ltd., and has 20 years experience in the consulting engineering industry. Marilyn joined the EHRA in 2007 and previously held the position of Ontario Regional Co-Director from 2009 –- 2012. Marilyn has her CHRP designation and is also a member of the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario. She has served as a member of the Consulting Engineers of Ontario Benefits Advisory Board, and is currently a member of the Employers Advisory Committee with ECO Canada.

Hello, my name is Chris Marino and I am an HR Manager for Tetra Tech. I primarily lead and support Tetra Tech's Power operation in the Greater Toronto Area, while also supporting Tetra Tech's Mining and Infrastructure & Environmental businesses throughout Canada. I am rather new to the Engineering Human Resources Association and look forward to working with and meeting members of the Association. I also look forward to working with my fellow co-chair Philip Farinha to help enhance the experience of the membership.

Annie Kee is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and HR Business Partner with 10 years of generalist experience in a wide range of areas including legal, finance, accounting, banking, and online advertising (start-up).   Served as a key member of the HR department in many of Canada’s largest organizations from start-ups to multi-national firms.

Currently, as the HR Director and a member of the Executive Team at LEA Consulting Ltd., she is responsible for creating the HR infrastructure for the company as well as delivering on short and long-term strategic plans.  Annie oversees all facets of HR, including benefits, compensation, policies & programs, recruitment, terminations,  and employee engagement.   

Annie has her B.A. in Psychology (Simon Fraser University), HR Management Certificate (Ryerson University) and is a member in good standing with the HRPA, York Region Chapter in Ontario.

Bonnie Elliott currently leads of the Human Resources Department for CBCL Limited.  Founded in 1955, and with their head office in Halifax, NS, CBCL is a 380 person employee owned Consulting Engineering and Environmental Science firm. With more than 15 years of experience in the HR industry, focusing on recruitment, policy development, coaching and strategic planning, Bonnie uses her skills and knowledge to engage and motivate employees and management on a daily basis.  She provides operational HR guidance and is a trusted advisor to Executive and Management Teams at CBCL in all matters related to HR.

Bonnie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems from St. Francis Xavier University and is currently a CPHR candidate. She is excited to join the Board of the EHRA and to use her experience and understanding to assist the association in growing the membership in the Atlantic region. 

As Leader, Human Resources of the RJC Engineers National Human Resources team, Brian is responsible for establishing and directing a full range of HR services including compensation, benefits, organizational effectiveness, performance management, policy interpretation and application, talent management and payroll delivery. Brian has a reputation as an impactful, pragmatic HR leader with progressive experience managing HR operations for growing and restructuring high-growth companies across the airline and hospitality sectors.  

Brian has considered this Regional EHRA Board role to continue his own personal grow and development, to be able to partner with other talented HR practitioners in the Alberta region, and to aid in the collective learning of this group.  Through all of this, he will be happy to lead if chosen and also willing to follow those around him.

Brian attended Royal Road University where he attained his Master of Arts in Leadership in 2011 after his initial  postsecondary learning in Human Resources in Saskatchewan.  He has been active in the Human Resources community since 1999 and has held his Certified Professional Human Resources (CPHR) designation since 2006.  A member in good standing of the Alberta Human Resources Institute of Alberta, Brian is committed to strengthening the human resources profession and upholding the highest standards of practice.

Mindy Peryk is the Head of Human Resources, Region Canada at the ROSEN Group.  She has over 15 years of  progressive HR Generalist/Management experience within the Oil & Energy industries, is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) and holds a Bachelors of Management, Human Resources degree from The University of Lethbridge. As former and recent returning member of the EHRA, Mindy strives to inform as many HR Professionals across Canada of the benefits of EHRA membership including unique networking opportunities, industry specific best practices and unmatched personal and professional development opportunities.

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Kate has been a member of the EHRA for over 4 years and is a strong HR professional who quickly develops trusted relationships which enable a strong understanding of business needs and the ability to influence people matters.

In her current role with Crossey Enginering she is leading the following functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, engagement and culture, development, performance management, discipline and all matters throughout the employee life cycle.