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Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development

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About the CLRTD

The Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development (CLRTD) at Lancaster House provides original, comprehensive, expert-led training programs designed for professionals navigating the complexities of labour relations, employment law, human rights law, and workplace standards in Canada.

Whether you are an HR professional, union leader, labour or employment lawyer, or workplace decision-maker, our specialized workshops and customizable training programs fuse theory and practice, equipping you with the practical skills and legal knowledge required to confidently address a wide variety of workplace challenges.

What does the CLRTD do?

The Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development provides a wide range of continuing education programs in the broad field of labour relations, employment, and human rights law offering a wide array of learning opportunities for professionals navigating the evolving world of work. This includes training in labour and employment law, human rights, workplace investigations, arbitration, investigations, negotiation, and dispute resolution and restoration. Designed for HR professionals, union representatives, legal practitioners, arbitrators, mediators, investigators and others, these programs help participants stay current with legal and policy developments, sharpen practical skills, and strengthen their ability to address complex workplace challenges with confidence and competence.

Letter from the Director

Welcome to the Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development (CLRTD) at Lancaster House.

In today’s evolving labour relations environment, it is essential for professionals to stay informed, skilled, and adaptable. The CLRTD was established to meet this need by providing comprehensive, expert-led training programs that blend deep legal insight and theory with practical, real-world application.

Whether you are an HR professional, union leader, labour or employment lawyer, workplace investigator, or workplace decision-maker, our specialized skills training workshops, certificate programs, and micro-credentials are designed to equip you with the confidence and tools required to navigate workplace challenges effectively. Drawing on decades of experience in professional learning, the CLRTD reflects Lancaster House’s commitment to accessible, innovative education in this critical field.

We offer flexible learning opportunities—virtual, in-person, or hybrid—designed to meet the needs of busy professionals and organizations. And with our new learning management system, we’re excited to offer even more tailored curricula and personalized learning pathways to support your development goals.

We are proud to be fostering a growing community of professionals who are committed to equity, fairness, and thoughtful leadership at work. Together, we’re building stronger, more informed workplaces, one learning experience at a time.

Thank you for considering the CLRTD as your partner in professional growth.

We look forward to learning with you.

Sincerely,

Kait Kribs, PhD
Director, Centre for Labour Relations Training & Development
Lancaster House

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Explore all that CLRTD programs have to offer

Explore all that CLRTD
programs have to offer

Skills Training Workshops

CLRTD Skills Training Workshops are intensive, interactive, full- or half-day programs designed to build practical, job-ready skills for professionals working in labour relations. Led by expert facilitators and featuring experienced voices from labour, management, and neutral perspectives, these sessions focus on real-world application through interactive learning.

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Certificate Programs

CLRTD Certificate Programs offer an in-depth blend of theoretical insight and applied learning for those working in labour relations and related fields. Delivered in partnership with leading Canadian universities, these multi-day programs are taught by a dynamic mix of legal experts, labour and HR professionals, and academics. Participants engage with complex topics through a combination of case studies, group work, discussion, and expert-led instruction. Programs are offered virtually and in-person, and provide a certificate of completion and digital badge.

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CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

Our customized programs are designed specifically for HR, Labour Relations, Legal, and People & Culture teams. These sessions address your department’s unique challenges and responsibilities, aligning with your internal policies and organizational context. We help teams build shared knowledge, develop practical skills, and apply legal principles consistently and confidently across the workplace. For organizations seeking a more structured approach, we can design custom learning pathways: sequenced training modules that guide your team through progressive skill-building and knowledge development. These pathways can culminate in recognized certificates or micro-credentials, providing both individual and organizational benefits while supporting ongoing professional growth.