When a construction firm in Ontario faced a workplace misconduct claim, it tried to build what it apparently thought was a solid …
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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FeaturedRecruitment
Ontario employers face call to end discrimination against workers with criminal records
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMore than one million Ontarians with criminal records face barriers to employment that hurt both workers and the provincial economy, according to …
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Industry NewsPayroll
Workday partners with DailyPay to offer on-demand pay across North America
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberWorkday Inc. has named DailyPay as its strategic partner for on-demand pay services in the United States and Canada, allowing employees to …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Ontario invests $70 million to retrain workers hit by U.S. tariffs
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario will spend $70 million to help workers affected by U.S. tariffs and trade policies access expanded training and employment services, the …
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Corporate Social ResponsibilityIndustry News
Robert Half raises $1 million for Make-A-Wish International across 19 countries
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberGlobal talent solutions firm Robert Half has raised more than $1 million USD for Make-A-Wish International, according to the company. The fundraising …
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CompensationDiversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedWorkforce Statistics
Women’s wages outpaced men’s by 5.4 percentage points over 18 years: StatsCan
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberCanadian women saw their average hourly wages grow 21.3 per cent from 2006 to 2024, outpacing men’s wage growth of 15.9 per …
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FeaturedLabour RelationsOpinion
When the rules don’t matter anymore: The fallout of Air Canada versus CUPE
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe image was striking in its symbolism: CUPE national president Mark Hancock standing outside Toronto’s Pearson Airport on Sunday morning, deliberately tearing …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Newfoundland and Labrador seeks federal EI extension for wildfire-displaced workers
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNewfoundland and Labrador is asking Ottawa to extend Employment Insurance benefits and increase work permit flexibility for workers displaced by unprecedented wildfires …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & BudgetsTraining & Development
Ontario invests $75 million to train 7,800 students for construction jobs
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario is investing $75 million to train up to 7,800 additional students for in-demand construction and urban planning jobs as the province …
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FeaturedGlobal HR PracticesTraining & Development
Virtual reality job training helps former inmates find work faster after leaving prison: Research
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA new study shows virtual reality job interview training can significantly improve employment outcomes for people leaving prison, with participants 3.76 times …