Stellantis employees have subscribed to 22 million shares through the company’s employee share purchase plan since 2023, according to the automaker. The …
Todd Humber
Todd Humber
Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.
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FeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Canada’s unemployment rate falls to 6.5% as 54,000 jobs added in November
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanada’s unemployment rate declined to 6.5% in November as the economy added 54,000 jobs, marking the third consecutive month of employment growth, …
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BenefitsFeaturedOur FavouritesRecognitionWeird Workplace
Toilet cleaner and stale gummy bears top list of worst employee gifts
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberToilet cleaner, pantyhose and a $2 scratch-off lottery ticket top the list of worst holiday gifts employees have received from their employers, …
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BenefitsCompensationFeaturedPensions
Quebec government workers earn higher wages and benefits than private sector: Fraser Institute
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberGovernment workers in Quebec earn higher wages and receive more generous benefits than comparable private-sector workers, according to a new study from …
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FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
Starbucks to pay $38.9 million in largest New York City worker protection settlement
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberStarbucks Corporation will pay $38.9 million (all figures U.S.) to resolve widespread violations of New York City’s Fair Workweek Law, marking the …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Employment rate rose for Canadians with disabilities between 2017 and 2022
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberStatistics Canada has released new data showing the employment rate among Canadians with disabilities aged 25 to 64 increased from 55.5 per …
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FeaturedLabour Shortages
Calgary investment fund backs agriculture hub to address labour shortage
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund will invest up to $2.75 million over five years to establish AgSphere, a hub designed to advance …
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FeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Canadian labour productivity rises 0.9% in third quarter: StatsCan
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanadian businesses saw labour productivity rebound in the third quarter of 2025, increasing 0.9 per cent after declining one per cent in …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedOur FavouritesTechnology in HR
UKG leans into voice-first AI tools for frontline workers who lack regular computer access
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberUKG is developing artificial intelligence tools with a strong focus on frontline workers, including voice-first systems that integrate with Siri and Google …
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CompensationFeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Nova Scotia minimum wage to rise twice in 2026
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNova Scotia’s minimum wage will increase twice in 2026, rising to $16.75 on April 1 and $17 on Oct. 1, following a …


