For over sixty years, OMHRA has been the premier professional association representing human resources, labour relations, and senior management professionals within the local public sector in Ontario.

Our members are employed in municipalities, local boards, agencies and commissions; they provide timely human resources advice and assistance to their respective Councils, Boards, Management Teams and Commissions.

Our Values - OMHRA

Our Values

We believe:

  • People are the essence of municipal services and we must help grow their capacity as HR professionals through education and connectivity.

  • A successful organization, both internally and externally, provides and fosters strong leadership, advocates for those they serve and connects us to the future.

  • Effective communication includes listening, understanding and being responsive to the needs of our constituency.

  • It is imperative to be innovative, to address and provide guidance on trends and upcoming changes, respond proactively and understand all points of view.

Our Mandate

  • Share Human Resources subject leader expertise and thought leadership.

  • Partner within and advocate for the municipal sector as well as with other agencies, boards, commissions and associations.

  • Build capacity and expertise of our members through knowledge exchange, education and communication.

  • Strengthen the Human Resources community by helping HR professionals, at all stages of their careers, grow and expand their network.

OMHRA - Our Mandate