Employee burnout is contributing to a productivity crisis among Canadian businesses, according to new research released by the Healthcare of Ontario Pension …
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 & BudgetsLegislation & Compliance
Ontario introduces new worker protections and employer penalties under sixth ‘Working for Workers’ act
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOntario’s government introduced the Working for Workers Six Act, 2024, on November 27, proposing a series of measures aimed at enhancing worker …
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FeaturedHR News
Half of Canadian employers say workers lack professional behaviour on the clock: survey
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA new survey reveals that half of Canadian companies believe their employees do not know how to behave professionally in the workplace, …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionOpinion
A rose by any other name: Why the death of formal DEI programs doesn’t really matter
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberDiversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been more than just corporate buzzwords in recent years; they’ve arguably been the pillars supporting a …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeatured
Disability Inclusion Business Council releases final report urging employers to adopt inclusive practices
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe Disability Inclusion Business Council (DIBC) has released its final report, “Bridging the Gap – Report on Disability Inclusion in Canadian Workplaces,” …
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CompensationFeaturedPayroll
Randstad Canada’s salary guide forecasts wage increases, urges pay transparency for 2025
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberEmployers across Canada may need to adjust their compensation strategies in 2025 as salaries in key sectors are projected to rise significantly, …
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FeaturedGovernment Policy & Budgets
Speech from the Throne: New Brunswick to phase in pay equity, simplify credential recognition
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe New Brunswick government announced plans in last week’s Speech from the Throne to phase in pay equity in the private and …
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People on the Move
Lisa Raff named chief HR officer at MissionSquare Retirement
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberMissionSquare Retirement has appointed Lisa Raff as its Chief Human Resources Officer, the Washington, D.C.-based organization announced. Raff will oversee the company’s …
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FeaturedGlobal HR Practices
Macy’s finds $154 million expense fraud tied to one employee, delays earnings report
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberU.S. retail giant Macy’s has discovered that a former employee intentionally concealed between $132 million and $154 million (all figures U.S.) in …
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FeaturedTraining & Development
Helmets to Hardhats gets $300,000 boost from Alberta to help military veterans enter skilled trades
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberThe Alberta government is investing $300,000 to help military veterans transition into careers in the skilled trades through the Helmets to Hardhats …