Canada’s largest labour organization unveiled its federal election platform Monday, calling on political parties to address aggressive U.S. trade threats, corporate price …
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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CompensationDiversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedPayroll
Gender pay gap stalls in 2025 despite transparency laws: Payscale report
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberProgress on closing the gender pay gap has stalled in 2025, despite widespread adoption of pay transparency laws, according to a new …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Nearly half of Canadians with disabilities face communication barriers: Statistics Canada
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNearly four million Canadians with disabilities encountered communication barriers in 2022, with in-person interactions and digital access among the most common challenges, …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsLayoffs
Ottawa rolls out temporary EI measures to support workers hit by foreign tariffs
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe federal government is introducing temporary changes to employment insurance to support Canadian workers affected by tariffs imposed by the United States …
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FeaturedRecruitment
Customized assessments help improve hiring decisions, says McLean report
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOrganizations that tailor pre-employment assessments to their specific roles and workplace culture are more likely to make successful hires and avoid costly …
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FeaturedOpinion
When crossing the U.S. border for business, your phone may now be a liability
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberIt used to feel like an urban legend, more fiction than fact. Sure, we all knew that if you’re crossing the border …
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FeaturedRecruitment
Record number of applicants to join BC Wildfire Service ahead of fire season
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe BC Wildfire Service has received a record number of applications ahead of the 2025 wildfire season, as the province ramps up …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedLegislation & Compliance
Nova Scotia introduces first accessibility standard for outdoor and recreation spaces
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNova Scotia has approved its first accessibility standard, setting new requirements for outdoor and recreational spaces as part of the province’s goal …
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FeaturedImmigrationLabour Shortages
Ottawa earmarks $52 million to tackle healthcare, construction labour gaps with skilled newcomers
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOttawa is putting up to $52 million into 16 projects aimed at helping skilled newcomers secure jobs in Canada’s healthcare and construction …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
New federal advisory table to look at ways to improve workings conditions in care economy
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe federal government has established a new advisory group to provide recommendations on strengthening Canada’s care economy, Minister of Jobs and Families …