Why PDS

The People Development Project was initiated to address an issue of increasing concern for Saskatchewan credit unions – the shortage of qualified people. Credit unions are finding it increasingly difficult to attract and retain qualified people, and to develop existing employees to meet future needs.

The problem isn’t restricted to the credit union system – or even to the province of Saskatchewan. But Saskatchewan seems to be feeling even more sharply the effects of baby boomers leaving the workforce, and young people leaving the province altogether.

The age of our population is increasing and birth rates are decreasing significantly.

The way credit unions and others in the financial industry do business is also changing, and will continue to rapidly advance. Credit unions need to align their organizational goals and objectives with their people. In other words, they need to make sure their employees have the skills necessary for the future.