A new poll shows Red Seal tradespeople share many economic concerns with other Canadians but place higher priority on employment issues as …
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.
-
-
FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ontario aims to eliminate internal labour mobility, trade barriers with new legislation
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario’s government introduced legislation Wednesday to remove all provincial trade barriers within Canada, a move officials claim could unlock billions in economic …
-
FeaturedLegislation & Compliance
B.C. ends sick note requirements for short-term absences
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberBritish Columbia will eliminate the requirement for workers to obtain sick notes for short-term absences, freeing up healthcare providers to spend more …
-
FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ontario throne speech promises action on internal trade, labour mobility
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario’s government vowed Tuesday to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers and streamline labour mobility as part of its economic strategy outlined in the …
-
FeaturedLabour Relations
Despite Honda’s commitment to Canada, Unifor raises alarm bells about vulnerability of auto jobs
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberHonda Canada has confirmed its Alliston, Ont., facility will continue operating at full capacity for the foreseeable future, though Unifor warns that …
-
FeaturedImmigration
More foreign workers can stay in Manitoba under permit extension
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberManitoba is extending work permits for potential provincial nominee candidates whose permits have expired or will expire soon, allowing them to remain …
-
FeaturedOpinionRecruitment
Pulp friction: B.C.’s top court rules paper mill’s recruitment tactics created costly inducement
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA recent British Columbia Court of Appeal decision underscores a reality in the work of talent acquisition: the way you attract employees …
-
Global HR Practices
Global human capability conference draws 13,000 participants from 120 countries
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMore than 13,000 participants from 120 countries gathered in Riyadh for the second Human Capability Initiative (HCI) conference, where global leaders addressed …
-
Corporate CultureFeatured
Starbucks tightens dress code to spotlight iconic green apron
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberStarbucks will implement a more restrictive dress code next month that aims to create visual consistency across its North American locations while …
-
FeaturedTop Employers
Nova Scotia’s top employers boost workplace benefits to maintain job growth momentum
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNova Scotia employers are enhancing their workplace benefits and HR policies to remain competitive nationally as the province continues its strong employment …