The British Columbia government is introducing new legislation that will expand sexual violence policies at public post-secondary institutions to cover employees, contractors, …
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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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsTraining & Development
Nova Scotia eliminates five-year renewal for skilled trades certifications
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNova Scotia has cut red tape for thousands of skilled trades workers by eliminating the requirement to renew their certifications every five …
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FeaturedMental Health
Survey finds 39 per cent of Canadian workers report burnout, costing employers millions
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNearly 39 per cent of Canadian employees now report feeling burnt out at work, up from 2023 levels, according to a new …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsTraining & Development
Ottawa unveils additional $450 million in federal funding to retrain workers during IBEW visit in Mississauga, Ont.
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe federal government announced $450 million in new funding to retrain workers affected by tariffs and trade disruptions, part of a broader …
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FeaturedRecruitmentRetentionTechnology in HR
Retailers expect more sales but struggle to fill holiday jobs, UKG survey finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberRetailers anticipate a busy holiday season but face significant staffing challenges, according to a survey released Friday by UKG, a workforce management …
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BenefitsFeaturedWellnessWorkforce Statistics
Obesity rates surge to 33% among Canadian adults post-pandemic: Statistics Canada
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMore than two-thirds of Canadian adults now have a body mass index classified as overweight or obese, according to new data from …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
AI not yet disrupting labour market, new Yale research finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNearly three years after ChatGPT launched, artificial intelligence has not caused widespread job displacement across the economy, according to a new analysis …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
More than 23 million U.S. jobs now at least half automated, new SHRM research finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNew research shows automation and artificial intelligence have reached deeper into the American workforce than many expected, with 23.2 million jobs now …
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CompensationFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Government workers earn 4.8% more than private sector after adjustments: Fraser Institute
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberGovernment workers across Canada received wages 4.8 per cent higher on average than comparable private-sector workers in 2024 after adjusting for factors …
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BenefitsCompensationFeaturedRecruitment
Amazon raises hourly wage by 4.3% and adds free Prime for Canadian workers
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAmazon will hire more than 7,000 seasonal employees across Canada while increasing hourly wages to an average of $24.50 and introducing free …


