Lynda Polan
Special Advisor (Director), Employee Relations Services @KPMG Canada
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WORK HISTORY
Special Advisor (Director), Employee Relations Services @KPMG Canada
I support leaders through some of the firm’s most complex and sensitive people matters, providing clear, principled guidance grounded in procedural fairness and strong governance. I lead investigations into harassment, violence, discrimination, and Code of Conduct issues, ensuring evidence is assessed objectively and decisions are defensible across jurisdictions. My work includes interpreting legislation for a national workforce, facilitating structured deliberations, and advising on precedent‑setting decisions that shape organizational policy and risk management. I bring a balanced, integrity‑driven approach that strengthens decision‑making, enhances accountability, and reinforces trust in our governance frameworks.
EDUCATION
Toronto Metropolitan University
BCOM, HR Management, Communications & Psychology
University of Windsor Faculty of Law
Alternate Dispute Resolution
Queen's University
Workplace Mental Health Leadership Certificate
Mental Health Commission of Canada
Mental Health First Aid Training
ABOUT LYNDA POLAN
I’ve spent more than three decades in HR helping organizations navigate the kinds of people challenges that require steadiness, fairness, and a clear head. Over the years, I’ve developed a real passion for work that sits at the intersection of ethics, regulation, and human behaviour — the space where good process truly matters.I am currently a Director and Special Advisor in Employee Relations at KPMG, supporting leaders through complex and often sensitive situations. I’ve led investigations into harassment, violence, discrimination, and Code of Conduct issues, and I’m known for approaching every matter with neutrality, respect, and a commitment to procedural fairness. Clear, defensible written findings are something I take pride in — they’re the backbone of good decision‑making.I’ve also spent a large part of my career facilitating structured discussions, chairing committees, and helping groups reach principled, well‑reasoned outcomes. Whether interpreting legislation across jurisdictions or guiding senior leaders through precedent‑setting decisions, I bring a balanced, evidence‑based approach to every file.I’m especially energized by governance work and roles that strengthen trust in HR as a regulatory profession. Contributing to systems that uphold fairness, consistency, and public confidence is deeply meaningful to me.If your work touches on regulatory HR, adjudication, governance, or complex employee relations, I’d be glad to connect.
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