Sue Wood, CPHR

Strategic HR Partner | Collaborator | Leader | Problem Solver

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

About

A seasoned Human Resources Professional with over 15 years of progressive experience across local, regional, and national organizations. Proven track record in cultivating and sustaining strategic partnerships with key partners. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership, project management, training and development, strategic planning and performance management.

Experience

  • City of Calgary (8 yrs 2 mos)
    • Labour Relations Consultant
      Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    • Human Resources Business Partner
      May 2018 - Mar 2026 · 7 yrs 11 mos

      A Senior level Business Partner supporting the City of Calgary Operational Services Department. Partner with HR Corporate Centers of Expertise and Business Unit Senior Leadership to ensure alignment with strategic and corporate objectives. Provide guidance to management, engineering and operational leaders on workforce planning, policy interpretation, legislative compliance and application of collective agreements. Coach leaders on succession management, employee development, performance management, labour relations, and recruitment strategies. Foster strong relationships with multiple unions and corporate partners to support effective collaboration and operational success.

  • Human Resources Advisor - AB/SK/MB at Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes – Canada
    2012 - 2018 · 6 yrs

    Responsible for driving and implementing all HR strategies and plans across the prairie provinces. Provide key support to leadership teams and employees. Full cycle recruitment for all business units. Employee and labour relations in a multi-union environment.

  • Area Human Resources Manager at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
    2010 - 2012 · 2 yrs

    Member of senior management team as Lowe's expanded into Western Canada. Managed and coordinated the opening of hiring offices in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia. Full cycle recruitment of all new store management. Supervised and supported store HR Managers.

  • Human Resources Manager at Priszm
    2007 - 2010 · 3 yrs

    Responsible for providing HR support to over 125 restaurants across British Columbia, Alberta and Manitoba. Structured and managed foreign worker program for restaurants in Alberta. Developed and facilitated training sessions on HR policies, performance management, employment legislation, and onboarding.