CIM Chartered Managers Canada

Join our Manitoba & Nunavut Chapter for their Holiday Mixer on November 19, 2026. Enjoy networking with other members, develop your local professional network and learn more about the direction of our association and our Chapter. Book your spot today!

https://cim.ca/events/2026/11/19/cim-manitoba-nunavut-chapter-holiday-mixer

Stronger Together. Leading with Purpose.
This weekend, the CIM | Chartered Managers Canada Board of Directors and Chapter Chairs came together for two days of meaningful collaboration, open dialogue and strategic discussion ahead of our National AGM in November.

Our association is strengthened by the dedication of our volunteer leaders, who generously contribute their time, expertise and energy to advancing the management profession across Canada. Their commitment, thoughtful feedback and willingness to engage in healthy, constructive discussions are invaluable as we work together to shape CIM’s future.

A heartfelt thank you to our Board members and Chapter Chairs for their continued leadership, hard work and commitment to building a stronger, more connected association.

Special thanks to our CEO for his invaluable on-site support throughout our meetings.

We’re moving forward with fresh perspectives, shared goals and a renewed commitment to growth. Here’s to the people who make it possible

We're excited to welcome our newest NCMA partner, Canadian University Dubai in the UAE, to our growing body of professionally accredited education partners. Learn more here: https://cim.ca/news/view/206/newly-accredited-canadian-university-of-dubai

We are excited to welcome our newest NCMA partner, Maskwacis Cultural College, to the esteemed ranks of professionally accredited education partners. Learn more here: https://cim.ca/news/view/205/newly-accredited-maskwacis-cultural-college

King’s and CIM | Chartered Managers Canada Create New Pathway to Recognize the Management Skills of Liberal Arts Graduates in Nova Scotia.

The University of King’s College, in partnership with CIM|Chartered Managers Canada, has launched an innovative new Pathway to Management Recognition to help liberal arts graduates attain professional certifications that recognize skills gained through their working and civic lives.

To read the full press release, visit our website: https://cim.ca/news/view/204/kings-and-cim-chartered-managers-canada-create-new-pathway-to-recognize-the-management-skills-of-liberal-arts-graduates-in-nova-scotia

To explore this exciting new program, visit the King's website: https://ukings.ca/programs/non-credit/cim/

Productivity looks good on paper. It’s measurable. It’s visible. And in many organizations, it’s worshipped. But here’s the problem: productivity isn’t the same as progress. Visionary leaders understand that creative thinking doesn’t thrive in a culture obsessed with output. It requires white space. It requires permission. And most of all, it requires a culture that rewards curiosity as much as completion. Read the article: https://cim.ca/resources/cim-publications/canadian-manager-magazine/view-article/120/the-secrets-of-visionary-leaders-who-think-possibility-before-productivity

Change has always been part of management, but the pace and persistence of change in today's workplace feels different. Organizations are navigating artificial intelligence and automation, shifting workforce expectations, hybrid and return-to-office strategies, economic uncertainty, restructuring, new technologies and continuing pressure to improve productivity. Individually, any one of these changes would require thoughtful management. When several are happening at once, they can create an environment in which change is no longer a temporary disruption to manage through, but part of the everyday reality of work.

Sitting at the centre of much of this are managers.
Read the latest blog: https://cim.ca/news/view/203/the-manager-as-a-shock-absorber-leading-through-continuous-change

Ever feel like you’re stuck pushing the same rock uphill, only to watch it roll back down? Maybe it’s that failing project you just can’t abandon or the trendy initiative you pursued without question. These struggles often stem from cognitive biases; mental shortcuts that skew our thinking and keep us clinging to flawed decisions.

The good news? These biases aren’t unbeatable. With a little awareness and some simple strategies, you can spot the traps, sidestep the pitfalls, and sharpen your choices. Let’s break down seven common biases with real-world examples and actionable fixes to get your decision-making back on track. Read the article: https://cim.ca/resources/cim-publications/canadian-manager-magazine/view-article/114/watch-out-for-that-rock-biases-that-sabotage-your-thinking

The Last McDonald’s: Why Modern Systems No Longer See Humans

Every morning, millions of people enter systems that function almost perfectly. They tap, scan, confirm, collect, and move forward. Food arrives on time. Apps respond instantly. Processes are optimized. Friction is minimized.

From an operational perspective, the system is a success. And yet something essential is quietly disappearing: people are becoming processed, but not perceived. Read the article: https://cim.ca/resources/cim-publications/canadian-manager-magazine/view-article/115/the-last-mcdonalds-why-modern-systems-no-longer-see-humans

The Best Leaders Can't Be Replaced by AI

Executive leadership training begins with your own personal mission and vision. Self-leadership is built upon the premise that you lay a solid foundation - one that is filled with the necessary tools to help you build the foundation for personal excellence. This article helps you build a better leadership presence and authentic leadership in the coming age of artificial intelligence. To do this, the leadership competencies and the four steps of authenticity must be effectively applied. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/evMTf94E