Elizabeth Vosburgh brings extensive expertise in labour relations and human resources, with experience spanning diverse industries including healthcare. Since 2014, she has been contributing as a coach for Queen’s IRC, and her background covers all facets of labour relations—from managing internal grievance processes to strikes. Notably, Elizabeth was a key member of the provincial bargaining team representing Ontario Hospitals for clerical and service workers and has represented her organization in numerous tribunals and arbitrations.
Her career includes a role as Senior Vice President in a hospital, where she navigated complex negotiations, restructuring, return-to-work strategies, accommodation, occupational health and safety, compensation, organizational development, and professional practice issues. Elizabeth’s experience also extends to consulting, where she supports a wide range of agencies with their labour relations and human resources challenges.
Driven by a passion for enhancing labour relations and human resources practices, Elizabeth leveraged her experience in both managerial and executive roles. As a coach and facilitator, she excels in helping individuals and organizations develop harmonious work environments and is particularly noted for her work in complex workplace restoration.
Elizabeth is a highly sought-after advisor for senior leadership teams. Along with her formal education as a Registered Nurse (licenced in Ontario) and a Business Degree, she holds certifications as a Human Resources Executive (Leader and Professional) from the Human Resources Professional Association and a Certified Health Executive with the Canadian College of Health Leaders. Elizabeth integrates her practical experience with theoretical knowledge to help organizations build robust and culturally sound labour relations, human resources, and organizational development programs.
Additionally, Elizabeth has led several initiatives aimed at deepening organizations’ understanding of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI), seamlessly integrating DEI principles into organizational culture and practices. Her commitment to fostering a positive organizational culture through coaching and collaboration highlights her dual expertise in human resources and organizational development.