A joint effort of British Columbia Human Resource Management Association (BC HRMA) and CCH - the content and strategy for this unique reference resource was determined by results of a survey to more then 5,000 members and associates of the BC HRMA.

The concept for the Ultimate HR Manual-Western Edition is based on the highly successful Ultimate HR Manual originally developed in partnership with the HRPA.

HERE'S WHY THIS HR MANUAL IS DIFFERENT FROM THE REST.

9 key sections included in the manual are:

1. Strategic Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness
2. Staffing
3. Employment Contracts
4. Compensation & Benefits
5. Employment Standards & Human Rights
6. Health & Safety
7. Performance Management
8. Labour Relations
9. Training & Development

Field research told us you don't want loads of detail on legislation. And that you don't want abstract theory or academic discussion. In short, you told us you don't want the kind of HR resource that is already out there. Instead, you want practical, easy-to-find, easy-to-read answers and solutions to help you deal with the situations and issues that you face every day.

In 2009, our editor made significant content updates to the Ultimate HR Manual – Western Edition, including:

• New! HR Training Tools in PowerPoint is a new feature which was added to the loose-leaf and online formats in May 2009. It consists of a series of professionally written training modules that are fully customizable and cover a wide range of essential topics for both managers and employees.
• HR Quick Facts, also included with the subscription, will save you valuable time by putting the answers to quick HR questions at your fingertips! It is published and updated annually.
• New topics have been added on Change Management and Leadership Development.
• Commentary has been added on employer branding, the multigenerational workforce, vicarious liability of employers and on financial priority on insolvency, and mental health issues.

You take absolutely no risk by ordering your copy of the Ultimate HR Manual-Western Edition today. You pay only after you've tried the manual and you're satisfied. When you order online, through Customer Service or your Account Manager, all you're doing is reserving your manual. You are under no obligation. Your manual will be sent to you along with an invoice as soon as it is ordered.

Once you get it, use it for 30 days. Put it to the test. If you're not happy, just write "no thanks" on the invoice and send the manual back. It's that simple. But we don't think that will happen. We believe that once you try this manual next summer and discover how it helps you in everyday situations, you won't give it up.