Maria Khan

Human Resources Business Partner @Ontario Institute of Health and Innovation

Toronto, ON, CA

Directed organizational restructuring and the sunsetting of two colleges, managing workforce transitions, severance, role realignments, and outplacement services while controlling departmental budgets. • Provided strategic HR and H&S guidance, leading JHSC initiatives and compliance with ESA, OHSA, WSIB, and Human Rights legislation; developed DEI, safety, and performance training that reduced incidents and improved compliance. • Served as lead HR investigator in a racial bias complaint before the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, coordinating legal counsel, evidence gathering, and ensuring employee rights and organizational interests were upheld. • Directed cross-functional HR staff and project teams, delegating recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations initiatives to build team capability, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.