Training, conferences and conventions – Participation fees

Total staff travel expenses are all transportation, accommodation and meal expenses incurred by Hydro-Québec in periods during which employees are traveling for work purposes.

• This is a list of expenses recorded by Hydro-Québec during the quarter for training activities, conferences and conventions attended by staff as part of their duties.
• Some of these training events involve workplace health and safety obligations, whereas others are advanced training for certain groups of specialized employees. Many professionals must complete a certain number of hours of mandatory continuing education related to their duties.
• This training helps preserve and renew the expertise and skill sets deemed essential for both management roles and specialized and/or contract positions.
• Many employees need to take English classes in order to ensure efficient communication with stakeholders from neighboring systems and with English-speaking customers.

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