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- [Federal plan targets mining workforce shortages as sector faces skills gap](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-plan-targets-mining-workforce-shortages-as-sector-faces-skills-gap/) - Canada launches Mining and Minerals Workforce Alliance to address skilled labour shortages in exploration, extraction and critical mineral supply chains. Here's what HR leaders need to know.
- [Coquitlam, B.C., meat business caught in pay-to-work scheme must repay foreign worker, tribunal rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/coquitlam-b-c-meat-business-caught-in-pay-to-work-scheme-must-repay-foreign-worker-tribunal-rules/) - By Patrick Penner | Tri-Cities Dispatch Despite claiming he was the victim of a “witch hunt,” the proprietor of a wholesale meat business in Coquitlam was found to have violated the Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act. In May 2023, Shams Halal Meat hired Ehsan Moghaddaszadeh Kermani on a two-year closed work permit. Kermani soon left the
- [Ontario teacher, education worker unions call for contract talks to start early](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-teacher-education-worker-unions-call-for-contract-talks-to-start-early/) - By Allison Jones Contracts for Ontario's teachers and education workers expire at the end of this summer and their union leaders are calling on the education minister to start the bargaining process early, saying issues such as class sizes need to be urgently addressed. The union presidents said Monday in a joint statement that they want
- [Australia’s gender pay gap is narrowing – and the public spotlight seems to be helping](https://hrnewscanada.com/australias-gender-pay-gap-is-narrowing-and-the-public-spotlight-seems-to-be-helping/) - By Leonora Risse Since 2024, the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) has been publishing the gender pay gaps of Australia’s largest companies. Now, we have enough data to make some meaningful comparisons – and this public spotlight seems to be paying off. Today, the agency released its latest employer gender pay gaps report. Drawing on
- [Actually, Doug Ford, basket‑weaving is innovative and in‑demand](https://hrnewscanada.com/actually-doug-ford-basket-weaving-is-innovative-and-in-demand/) - By Victoria MacBeath The Ontario government recently announced massive cuts to Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding, decreasing the maximum funding from 85 per cent to 25 per cent. Student response to this has been largely negative. Speaking to the media, Ontario Premier Doug Ford said that he received “thousands of calls” from students expressing
- [The Epstein revelations have exposed how ‘Boy’s Club’ elites avoid accountability](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-epstein-revelations-have-exposed-how-boys-club-elites-avoid-accountability/) - By Dahlia Namian The Jeffrey Epstein case is not an exception. Like the #MeToo movement, it is part of a wider continuum of violence committed by men in power, made possible by a persistent culture of impunity. The Epstein files reveal not only sexual crimes but also a tightly interconnected social world where capital, prestige,
- [AI skills now hardest to find worldwide, survey of 39,000 employers finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-skills-now-hardest-to-find-worldwide-survey-of-39000-employers-finds/) - AI skills top global talent shortage list for first time as 72% of employers struggle to fill roles, ManpowerGroup's 2026 survey of 39,000 employers finds.
- [Opensity Solutions names Kathleen Pearson CHRO to lead people strategy](https://hrnewscanada.com/opensity-solutions-names-kathleen-pearson-chro-to-lead-people-strategy/) - Kathleen Pearson joins Opensity Solutions as Chief Human Resources Officer, bringing senior HR leadership experience from major law firms to drive talent and culture strategy.
- [Union files grievance, asks feds to suspend early retirement program](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-files-grievance-asks-feds-to-suspend-early-retirement-program/) - By Catherine Morrison The Public Service Alliance of Canada has filed a policy grievance and is asking the federal government to halt its planned early retirement program for public servants. The union argues the launch of the program has been "botched" and is asking for its suspension, arguing that it avoids obligations under workers' collective agreements.
- [Quebec resort owners, employee face charges for hiring 21 unauthorized foreign workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-resort-owners-employee-face-charges-for-hiring-21-unauthorized-foreign-workers/) - A Quebec resort company, its two directors and an employee face criminal charges after a Canada Border Services Agency investigation found 21 foreign workers were hired without authorization over nearly two years. Camping Havana Resort, operating as 9267-1551 Quebec Inc., directors Ariane and Dominic Perrier, and employee Oscar Fuentes Labrada were charged Feb. 26 at
- [What's in Alberta's budget for HR, employers? Well, $38 billion in compensation to start](https://hrnewscanada.com/whats-in-albertas-budget-for-hr-employers-well-38-billion-in-compensation-to-start/) - Alberta Budget 2026 commits $38B to public sector pay and targets 4,500+ new hires in education and health amid a $9.4B deficit. Key impacts for HR and employers.
- [Tamara Steele honoured with P.E.I.'s new anti-racism award](https://hrnewscanada.com/tamara-steele-honoured-with-p-e-i-s-new-anti-racism-award/) - PEI community organizer Tamara Steele becomes the first recipient of the province's new Anti-Racism Recognition Award under its 2023–2028 action plan.
- [Most pay-for-performance programs miss the mark, research finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-pay-for-performance-programs-miss-the-mark-research-finds/) - New McLean & Company research finds only 25% of HR teams execute pay for performance well, despite strong links to employee engagement and retention.
- [Taking accountability: Coaching in action to deal with missed commitments](https://hrnewscanada.com/taking-accountability-coaching-in-action-to-deal-with-missed-commitments/) - Employee accountability challenges show up in every workplace. When tasks and commitments are missed and not addressed correctly, this can lead to communication breakdowns or inconsistent follow-through. Leaders often feel the strain long before a formal performance issue emerges. These moments can erode trust, slow down the team and create frustration for everyone involved. Yet
- [Nova Scotia Supreme Court strikes down public sector wage law as unconstitutional: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-supreme-court-strikes-down-public-sector-wage-law-as-unconstitutional-unifor/) - Nova Scotia's Supreme Court has struck down Bill 148 as unconstitutional, ruling the 2015 public sector wage law violated Charter collective bargaining rights.
- [Trump orders all federal agencies to phase out use of Anthropic technology](https://hrnewscanada.com/trump-orders-all-federal-agencies-to-phase-out-use-of-anthropic-technology/) - By Matt O'brien And Konstantin Toropin WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Friday that he was ordering all federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's technology following the company’s unusually public dispute with the Pentagon over artificial intelligence safety. Trump’s comments came just over an hour before the Pentagon’s deadline for Anthropic to allow unrestricted military use of
- [China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit](https://hrnewscanada.com/china-suspends-some-canola-seafood-tariffs-on-canada-after-carney-visit/) - By Aaron Sousa and Jeremy Simes China's government announced Friday it would suspend some tariffs on Canadian agricultural goods and seafood following a recent visit by Prime Minister Mark Carney. The country's finance ministry said in a statement that 100 per cent tariffs on canola meal and peas, and a 25 per cent levy on lobsters
- [B.C. minimum wage rising to $18.25 per hour on June 1](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-minimum-wage-rising-to-18-25-per-hour-on-june-1/) - B.C. minimum wage rises to $18.25/hr on June 1, 2026. Here's what HR professionals need to know about the increase and who it affects.
- [Saskatchewan launches national campaign to recruit law enforcement officers](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-launches-national-campaign-to-recruit-law-enforcement-officers/) - Saskatchewan is running a national advertising campaign to attract police officers and other law enforcement professionals to the province, targeting candidates across Canada with a message focused on career opportunity, affordability and community. The campaign, called "In Saskatchewan, it all lives here," uses digital and social media advertising to promote policing careers in the province.
- [AI can slowly shift an organization’s core principles. How to spot ‘value drift’ early](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-can-slowly-shift-an-organizations-core-principles-how-to-spot-value-drift-early/) - By Guy Bate and Rhiannon Lloyd The steady embrace of artificial intelligence (AI) in the public and private sectors in Australia and New Zealand has come with broad guidance about using the new technology safely and transparently, with good governance and human oversight. So far, so sensible. Aligning AI use with existing organisational values makes
- [EEOC warns hundreds of U.S. employers that DEI programs may violate civil rights law](https://hrnewscanada.com/eeoc-warns-hundreds-of-u-s-employers-that-dei-programs-may-violate-civil-rights-law/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sent letters to hundreds of America's largest employers warning that diversity, equity and inclusion programs may violate federal anti-discrimination law. EEOC Chair Andrea R. Lucas sent the letters Feb. 26, urging chief executives, general counsel and board chairs to review the agency's technical guidance on
- [Jim Link, SHRM's CHRO, receives Murray State distinguished alumni honour](https://hrnewscanada.com/jim-link-shrms-chro-receives-murray-state-distinguished-alumni-honour/) - SHRM CHRO Jim Link receives Murray State University's Distinguished Alumni Award, recognizing his career in HR across GE, Pillsbury, Porsche, Randstad, and SHRM.
- [P.E.I. distributes $600,000 to 32 organizations for diversity and inclusion projects](https://hrnewscanada.com/p-e-i-distributes-600000-to-32-organizations-for-diversity-and-inclusion-projects/) - P.E.I. is funding 32 organizations through its GEDI program with $600,000 for diversity, inclusion, and gender-based violence prevention projects in 2026.
- [N.L. accepting applications for program that helps EI recipients gain work experience](https://hrnewscanada.com/n-l-accepting-applications-for-program-that-helps-ei-recipients-gain-work-experience/) - Newfoundland and Labrador is accepting applications for the Job Creation Partnerships program until June 12, 2026. Not-for-profit organizations can apply online.
- [Nova Scotia finds no safety violations after Walmart worker killed in bakery oven](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-finds-no-safety-violations-after-walmart-worker-killed-in-bakery-oven/) - Nova Scotia’s Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration has concluded its investigation into the October 2024 death of a worker at a Halifax Walmart and found no violations. The investigation focused on workplace conditions and a bakery oven at the Mumford Road location. Investigators determined the oven was in proper working order at the time
- [Titan Tool lockout passes 200 days as company uses replacement workers at Windsor, Ont., plant](https://hrnewscanada.com/titan-tool-lockout-passes-200-days-as-company-uses-replacement-workers-at-windsor-ont-plant/) - Titan Tool's 200-day Windsor lockout escalates as the company uses replacement workers after telling Unifor it planned to close the facility.
- [Most Montreal paramedics considering leaving the profession, survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-montreal-paramedics-considering-leaving-the-profession-survey-finds/) - Most Montreal paramedics are considering leaving the profession amid a stalled contract dispute, a new CSN survey reveals, raising emergency staffing concerns.
- [Burger King to bring AI-based voice coach to Canada later this year](https://hrnewscanada.com/burger-king-to-bring-ai-based-voice-coach-to-canada-later-this-year/) - By Tara Deschamps When you stop at a Burger King later this year, staff may have an artificial intelligence-based coach in their ears. Restaurant Brands International, the owner of the fast-food giant, revealed Thursday that it is bringing its new Patty tool to Canada in the second half of 2026. Patty is a voice-based assistant which
- [Newfoundland and Labrador minimum wage rising to $16.35 on April 1](https://hrnewscanada.com/newfoundland-and-labrador-minimum-wage-rising-to-16-35-on-april-1/) - Newfoundland and Labrador's minimum wage rises to $16.35/hr on April 1, 2026, with overtime rates increasing to $24.53/hr under provincial labour regulations.
- [Court certifies migrant farmworker class action over hundreds of millions in EI premiums](https://hrnewscanada.com/court-certifies-migrant-farmworker-class-action-over-hundreds-of-millions-in-ei-premiums/) - Ontario court certifies class action alleging Canada owes migrant farmworkers hundreds of millions in EI premiums they paid but could not collect. Case heads to trial.
- [Carney follows up speech in Davos with trip to India, Australia, Japan](https://hrnewscanada.com/carney-follows-up-speech-in-davos-with-trip-to-india-australia-japan/) - By Anja Karadeglija and Dylan Robertson Prime Minister Mark Carney left Ottawa Thursday morning for a 10-day visit to India, Australia and Japan — his first international trip since his headline-making speech in Davos that called for middle powers to band together. It will give Carney a chance to put that speech into action as he
- [We need to talk about how Black women educators experience burnout and care](https://hrnewscanada.com/we-need-to-talk-about-how-black-women-educators-experience-burnout-and-care/) - By Nadia Clarke Cordick When I began teaching, I was the only Black educator on staff at my Ontario school. In addition to my official responsibilities, I was often called on to translate cultural dynamics, support students experiencing racism and provide emotional labour for colleagues — for instance by serving as a shoulder to cry
- [Canadian workers define work-life balance beyond hours, Signal49 Research finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-workers-define-work-life-balance-beyond-hours-signal49-research-finds/) - New Signal49 Research survey of 2,500+ Canadians finds schedule type, identity and caregiving reshape how employees define work-life balance.
- [Nine in ten Ontario Catholic teachers report violence or harassment in schools](https://hrnewscanada.com/nine-in-ten-ontario-catholic-teachers-report-violence-or-harassment-in-schools/) - Nine in ten Ontario Catholic teachers report workplace violence or harassment, a new OECTA survey finds, with rising rates, failing reporting systems and unequal impacts across the workforce.
- [Number of assaults reported in Montreal metro rises 15 per cent in one year, to 726](https://hrnewscanada.com/number-of-assaults-reported-in-montreal-metro-rises-15-per-cent-in-one-year-to-726/) - The number of assaults reported in Montreal's metro system rose by 15 per cent in 2025 compared to the year prior, according to newly released police data. Montreal police say there were 726 cases of assault in 2025, up from 631 in 2024 and 652 in 2023. The rise in cases was driven by a
- [Alberta health-care workers ratify new collective agreement with Covenant Health](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-health-care-workers-ratify-new-collective-agreement-with-covenant-health/) - The union representing Alberta licensed practical nurses and health-care aides has ratified a new deal with Covenant Health. In a statement Monday, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees says members voted 89 per cent in favour of the deal. The agreement includes a 12 per cent pay increase over four years along with improved benefits.
- [Employment dropped 35,400 in December as manufacturing continued year-long slide: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-dropped-35400-in-december-as-manufacturing-continued-year-long-slide-statscan/) - Canadian employers shed 35,400 jobs in December, pushing payroll employment down 0.2 per cent in a month that also saw job vacancies climb to their highest level since March, Statistics Canada reported Thursday. The back-to-back signals — fewer workers on payroll and more unfilled positions — point to ongoing labour market churn that HR leaders
- [Diageo shuts Crown Royal plant two days early, leaving 200 workers without warning: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/diageo-shuts-crown-royal-plant-two-days-early-leaving-200-workers-without-warning-unifor/) - Diageo closed its Crown Royal whisky plant in Amherstburg, Ont., two days ahead of schedule on Feb. 25, catching more than 200 unionized workers off guard when they were told mid-shift that the day would be their last, according to the union representing the workers. The closure eliminates the jobs of more than 200 members
- [Brampton, Ont., locks in auto assembly zoning to protect Stellantis plant jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/brampton-ont-locks-in-auto-assembly-zoning-to-protect-stellantis-plant-jobs/) - Brampton City Council has unanimously passed a motion to permanently designate the Stellantis assembly plant site for automotive manufacturing, a move the city says is aimed at protecting thousands of Canadian auto jobs amid ongoing uncertainty about the plant's future. The motion, moved by Mayor Patrick Brown and seconded by Regional Councillor Gurpartap Singh Toor,
- [Black public servants gain expanded mental health, leadership supports under Ottawa's action plan](https://hrnewscanada.com/black-public-servants-gain-expanded-mental-health-leadership-supports-under-ottawas-action-plan/) - The federal government has tripled the number of Black mental health professionals available to public servants and launched three new programs targeting career development, conflict resolution and digital skills, according to an update released Wednesday on Canada's Action Plan for Black Public Servants. The number of Black counsellors in Health Canada's Employee Assistance Program has
- [Pittsburgh nurses are fighting for better staffing ratios – and the research backs them up](https://hrnewscanada.com/pittsburgh-nurses-are-fighting-for-better-staffing-ratios-and-the-research-backs-them-up/) - By Anna Mayo Since nursing contract negotiations heated up in January 2026 at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh and at UPMC Altoona, the debate shifted from standard wage disputes to a more fundamental question of patient safety: the nurse-to-patient ratio. The New York State Nurses Association’s approach has become a primary blueprint for nursing labor
- [Anthropic updates AI safety policy, separates company commitments from industry recommendations](https://hrnewscanada.com/anthropic-updates-ai-safety-policy-separates-company-commitments-from-industry-recommendations/) - Anthropic has released the third version of its Responsible Scaling Policy (RSP), restructuring how the artificial intelligence company manages and communicates risks from increasingly capable AI systems — changes that have direct implications for businesses using or considering AI tools in the workplace. The updated policy, published Feb. 24, 2026, introduces a clearer split between
- [Most organizations adding AI skills to jobs but not paying more for them, report finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-organizations-adding-ai-skills-to-jobs-but-not-paying-more-for-them-report-finds/) - Most organizations are updating roles to require artificial intelligence skills, but more than half are not offering additional pay for workers who have them, according to Payscale's 2026 Compensation Best Practices Report. The annual report, based on 3,413 survey responses collected between October and December 2025, found 61 per cent of organizations have updated existing
- [Most Canadian employers still skeptical of self-taught skills, survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-canadian-employers-still-skeptical-of-self-taught-skills-survey-finds/) - More than half of Canadian hiring managers believe skills learned through informal online platforms are credible, yet most still prefer candidates with formal education, according to a new survey from Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll. The survey, conducted in November 2025, found 51 per cent of hiring managers consider self-taught skills credible, while 61
- [Nova Scotia legislation creates skilled trades institute at NSCC with $25M investment](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-legislation-creates-skilled-trades-institute-at-nscc-with-25m-investment/) - Nova Scotia introduces legislation to establish the Institute of Skilled Trades at NSCC, backed by a $25M investment to expand apprenticeship and trades training.
- [Small firms drove Canada's 37% residential construction productivity drop, StatCan finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/small-firms-drove-canadas-37-residential-construction-productivity-drop-statcan-finds/) - Canada's residential construction sector saw labour productivity fall by more than a third over two decades, driven largely by the dominance of small firms, according to a new Statistics Canada report released Feb. 25. The study found that labour productivity — measured as real gross output per worker — declined by a cumulative 37.3% from
- [The subtle signs of mental health struggles managers miss – until it's too late](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-subtle-signs-of-mental-health-struggles-managers-miss-until-its-too-late/) - Managers are expected to spot trouble early, yet the warning signs of mental health struggles rarely look the same from one employee to the next. That makes early detection less about diagnosing symptoms and more about noticing change, according to Carmen Bellows, director of mental health at Sun Life. Common warning signs managers should watch
- [What repeated absences reveal about the health of your workplace](https://hrnewscanada.com/what-repeated-absences-reveal-about-the-health-of-your-workplace/) - When an employee keeps missing work, frustration is a common reaction. But Carmen Bellows, Sun Life’s Director of Mental Health, says managers should begin by asking: "What’s changed?" Repeated absences often reflect pressures or struggles that call for support, not immediate discipline, she said. Absenteeism refers to regular or prolonged absences that disrupt workflows and
- [Trump defends tariff regime in State of the Union address after top court blow](https://hrnewscanada.com/trump-defends-tariff-regime-in-state-of-the-union-address-after-top-court-blow/) - By Kelly Geraldine Malone U.S. President Donald Trump remained committed to realigning global trade through tariffs in his annual state of the union address on Tuesday, days after the United States Supreme Court struck down his levy powers. Trump stood before Congress and some of the Supreme Court Justices, who were in attendance, calling the ruling
- [Trump defends controversial policies, tariffs in State of the Union](https://hrnewscanada.com/trump-defends-controversial-policies-tariffs-in-state-of-the-union/) - By Kelly Geraldine Malone U.S. President Donald Trump defended his controversial immigration tactics and global tariffs during a record-breaking State of the Union address on Tuesday night. During the 108-minute speech, the president boasted about his wide-ranging policy changes on deportation, the economy and foreign policy at a critical time for the Republican Party. Polling has
- [Almost half of Toronto-area immigrant settlement services expect program closures](https://hrnewscanada.com/almost-half-of-toronto-area-immigrant-settlement-services-expect-program-closures/) - By David Baxter Nearly half the immigrant service organizations in the Greater Toronto Area are braced for program closures in the near future due to federal funding cuts that began in 2024. A survey of 48 newcomer service agencies — conducted by the United Way Greater Toronto, Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants and the City
- [SHRM names Carolynn Johnson president of CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-names-carolynn-johnson-president-of-ceo-action-for-inclusion-diversity/) - SHRM has appointed Carolynn Johnson as president of CEO Action for Inclusion & Diversity, a business-led coalition focused on advancing inclusion in the workplace. Johnson takes on the role as employers face growing legal scrutiny around workplace inclusion programs, increasing pressure to link diversity initiatives to measurable business outcomes, and what she describes as rising
- [Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2026 named by Mediacorp Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-best-diversity-employers-2026-named-by-mediacorp-canada/) - Mediacorp Canada names the 2026 Canada's Best Diversity Employers, recognizing top workplaces for inclusion across five employee groups. Full list now available.
- [Air Canada named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for eighth time in 10 years](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-canada-named-one-of-canadas-best-diversity-employers-for-eighth-time-in-10-years/) - Air Canada has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2026 — the eighth time in 10 years — recognized for inclusion programs across its workforce.
- [George Brown Polytechnic earns Canada's Best Diversity Employer designation for first time](https://hrnewscanada.com/george-brown-polytechnic-earns-canadas-best-diversity-employer-designation-for-first-time/) - George Brown Polytechnic earns its first-ever Canada's Best Diversity Employer designation in 2026, alongside Forbes and Greater Toronto Top Employer recognitions.
- [Jazz Aviation marks 15th consecutive year on Canada's Best Diversity Employers list](https://hrnewscanada.com/jazz-aviation-marks-15th-consecutive-year-on-canadas-best-diversity-employers-list/) - Jazz Aviation has been named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for the 15th straight year, recognized for its workplace inclusion and equity programs.
- [Have an upcoming Mexico trip? Here's what you should know as warnings remain in place](https://hrnewscanada.com/have-an-upcoming-mexico-trip-heres-what-you-should-know-as-warnings-remain-in-place/) - By Sammy Hudes March break is around the corner and safety concerns continue to swirl for tourists planning a sunny getaway in Mexico. It comes after widespread violence prompted airlines to temporarily suspend service on the weekend along with orders for travellers in some regions to shelter in place. Here's what you need to know if
- [Supreme Court ruling against Trump's tariffs is unlikely to mean an end to trade policy chaos](https://hrnewscanada.com/supreme-court-ruling-against-trumps-tariffs-is-unlikely-to-mean-an-end-to-trade-policy-chaos/) - By Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court’s stunning rebuke of President Donald Trump’s most sweeping tariffs means he can’t conjure up new import taxes on a whim anymore. But the justices’ ruling on Friday is nonetheless unlikely to ease the uncertainty over Trump’s trade policy that has paralyzed businesses over the past year. “It’s only gotten more complicated
- [The strategic case for perks programs that anchor to wellbeing: Why small investments yield big returns](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-strategic-case-for-perks-programs-that-anchor-to-wellbeing-why-small-investments-yield-big-returns/) - The survey results tell a familiar story: Canadian organizations know what employees want but struggle to deliver it within budget. Flexibility and personalization top the list of improvement areas, with 59% of respondents identifying it as their primary gap. While organizations calculate the upfront costs of implementing flexible benefits programs—the HR resources, technology platforms, vendor
- [Benefits communication effectiveness falls short at only 52%: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/benefits-communication-effectiveness-falls-short-at-only-52-survey/) - Organizations deploy multiple communication channels to explain employee benefits, yet barely half of HR professionals rate their efforts as effective, revealing a fundamental breakdown in how benefits information reaches and resonates with workers. The survey of 189 HR professionals, conducted by HR News Canada in partnership with Venngo, shows organizations use onboarding sessions (62%), information
- [Nova Scotia budget cuts civil service by 5%, boosts wages and workforce programs](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-budget-cuts-civil-service-by-5-boosts-wages-and-workforce-programs/) - Nova Scotia's 2026-27 budget cuts the civil service by 5%, boosts healthcare wages, expands skilled trades funding, and introduces new workforce programs for HR leaders to watch.
- [Alberta pledges record $7.7 billion for physician recruitment, compensation in 2026 budget](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-pledges-record-7-7-billion-for-physician-recruitment-compensation-in-2026-budget/) - Alberta proposes a record $7.7-billion physician investment in Budget 2026, a 22% increase aimed at recruitment, compensation and expanding access to care.
- [Ontario family health teams urge funding to retain nurses, health professionals](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-family-health-teams-urge-funding-to-retain-nurses-health-professionals/) - By Allison Jones Ontario is working toward attaching everyone in the province to a primary care provider, but family health teams are warning that as the government has its sights set on that laudable goal, the foundation of primary care is crumbling. Family health teams include not just doctors, but also a variety of other health
- [Canadian Union of Postal Workers set to vote on tentative deals in spring](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-union-of-postal-workers-set-to-vote-on-tentative-deals-in-spring/) - The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says its members will hold a ratification vote on tentative agreements with Canada Post between April 20 and May 30. The deals with two bargaining units were reached in late December, after nearly two years of labour strife. Workers were out on the picket line multiple times as the
- [Tentative contract reached for 25,000 B.C. health-science workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tentative-contract-reached-for-25000-b-c-health-science-workers/) - A tentative contract agreement has been reached for the group representing 25,000 health-science professionals in British Columbia. The Health Employers Association of BC and Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association have issued separate statements announcing the deal, which is based on the government's balanced measures mandate. The Finance Ministry issued a statement saying further details wouldn't
- [Former B.C. school trustee to challenge $750,000 penalty for anti-SOGI campaign](https://hrnewscanada.com/former-b-c-school-trustee-to-challenge-750000-penalty-for-anti-sogi-campaign/) - By Brieanna Charlebois The lawyer for former Chilliwack, B.C., school trustee Barry Neufeld says he will be filing a court challenge against a ruling by the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal that he poisoned the workplaces of LGBTQ+ staff members with a public campaign against classroom resources on sexual orientation and gender identity. Lawyer James Kitchen says
- [CAAT Pension Plan CEO placed on leave amid governance review](https://hrnewscanada.com/caat-pension-plan-ceo-placed-on-leave-amid-governance-review/) - CAAT Pension Plan places CEO Derek Dobson on leave, names acting CEO Kevin Fahey, and launches independent governance review over a vacation payment concern.
- [Pension fund manager OMERS earned six per cent return for 2025](https://hrnewscanada.com/pension-fund-manager-omers-earned-six-per-cent-return-for-2025/) - Pension fund manager OMERS says it earned a six per cent return for 2025, helped by the strength of its public equities and private credit investments. The Ontario fund manager says its net assets grew to $145.2 billion at Dec. 31, up from $138.2 billion a year earlier. OMERS chief financial and strategy officer Jonathan
- [Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences reaches arbitrated deal with OPSEU](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-shores-centre-for-mental-health-sciences-reaches-arbitrated-deal-with-opseu/) - An arbitration board has awarded employees at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences general wage increases of 3.0 per cent in 2025 and 2.25 per cent in 2026, along with adjustments to several classifications and benefits, after the parties failed to reach a renewal collective agreement before their March 31, 2025 expiry date. The
- [Job hugging: Rising retention rates may be masking a workplace crisis](https://hrnewscanada.com/job-hugging-rising-retention-rates-may-be-masking-a-workplace-crisis/) - MetLife's 2026 study finds 56% of employees stay in jobs out of necessity, not commitment — and the hidden costs for employers are significant.
- [U.S. court allows class action against Amazon over pre-hire personality test to proceed](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-court-allows-class-action-against-amazon-over-pre-hire-personality-test-to-proceed/) - A U.S. federal judge has denied Amazon's motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit claiming the company's pre-employment "Workstyle Assessment" violates Massachusetts law by functioning as an illegal lie detector test — a ruling with implications for any employer using AI-driven or algorithmic hiring assessments. Judge William G. Young of the U.S. District Court for
- [Federal government's Phoenix pay system still failing a decade later, union warns](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-governments-phoenix-pay-system-still-failing-a-decade-later-union-warns/) - Ten years after the federal government launched the Phoenix pay system, roughly 238,000 pay errors remain outstanding and a union representing federal workers says the crisis is far from over. The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada released a report Monday warning that without significant changes, similar failures could occur in systems that
- [Fears about AI taking our jobs are understandable – but harmful](https://hrnewscanada.com/fears-about-ai-taking-our-jobs-are-understandable-but-harmful/) - By Abigail Marks As a professor of the future of work, the question I get asked most often is whether AI is going to take everyone’s jobs. I hear it from students who worry that their degrees will be obsolete before they graduate. I hear it from office workers watching new tools appear in their
- [Diversity programs have become a tick-the-box exercise. They need to become more political, not less](https://hrnewscanada.com/diversity-programs-have-become-a-tick-the-box-exercise-they-need-to-become-more-political-not-less/) - By Celina McEwen, Alison Pullen, and Carl Rhodes Diversity programs are a favourite target of right-wing populists who claim they represent a radical left agenda that is politicising workplaces. Our research shows something quite different. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) isn’t failing because it’s too political. It’s failing because it refuses to be political at
- [Endometriosis: How a U.K. court ruling could make workplaces better for those with the condition](https://hrnewscanada.com/endometriosis-how-a-u-k-court-ruling-could-make-workplaces-better-for-those-with-the-condition/) - By Aishwarya Viswamitra Sanju Pal built a successful career in management consulting, winning major awards and working at a senior level. Then her health changed. After being diagnosed with severe endometriosis and undergoing surgery, she returned to work but struggled with pain and fatigue. Months later, she was dismissed for not meeting performance targets. What
- [How AI resurrects racist stereotypes and disinformation — and why fact-checking isn’t enough](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-ai-resurrects-racist-stereotypes-and-disinformation-and-why-fact-checking-isnt-enough/) - By Nadiya N. Ali By any measure, 2025 is the year artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly shifted the way we work, interact with each other and engage with the world at large. It has also made undeniable the enduring reality of racism and the limits of fact-checking in an age of disinformation. Thanks to algorithmic systems, narratives
- [Canada’s ethnic and racial wage gap rivals it’s gender gap — but gets a fraction of the policy attention](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-ethnic-and-racial-wage-gap-rivals-its-gender-gap-but-gets-a-fraction-of-the-policy-attention/) - By Reza Hasmath Canada has spent decades confronting the gender pay gap, enacting legislation and building public awareness around the fact that women earn about 84 cents for every dollar men make. That gap persists because of systemic barriers, and is wider for women who face multiple forms of discrimination. Yet an equally significant wage
- [Three ways Canada can navigate an increasingly erratic and belligerent United States](https://hrnewscanada.com/three-ways-canada-can-navigate-an-increasingly-erratic-and-belligerent-united-states/) - By Charles Conteh The United States Supreme Court recently struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under the country’s International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The court stated that the law, intended for national emergencies, does not grant the government the authority to impose tariffs. In early 2025, Trump invoked the act to impose
- [Trump says he’ll raise tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court ruling](https://hrnewscanada.com/trump-says-hell-raise-tariffs-to-15-after-supreme-court-ruling/) - President Donald Trump on Monday threatened countries around the world to abide by any tariff deals they agreed to despite the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down many of his far-reaching taxes on imports. And he said he wants a global tariff of 15%, up from 10% he had announced immediately after the ruling. The court’s Friday decision struck
- [Moral injury gaining recognition as workplaces face rising mental health claims](https://hrnewscanada.com/moral-injury-gaining-recognition-as-workplaces-face-rising-mental-health-claims/) - Moral injury, long discussed in military and healthcare circles, is increasingly entering mainstream workplace conversations, and experts warn that employers who fail to address related psychological harms could face expensive challenges.
- [Recruitment costs rose in 2025 despite softer labour market, report finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/recruitment-costs-rose-in-2025-despite-softer-labour-market-report-finds/) - Recruitment costs rose in 2025 despite high apply rates, Appcast's 10th annual benchmark report reveals. New data covers full hiring funnels and global markets.
- [‘Amazing response from the community’: Fund helps workers displaced by lobster plant fire in Nova Scotia](https://hrnewscanada.com/amazing-response-from-the-community-fund-helps-workers-displaced-by-lobster-plant-fire-in-nova-scotia/) - By Tom Peters | The Advocate The Wallace and Area Development Association (WADA) has turned over more than $16,000 to Aquashell Holdings Inc. to help cover daily expenses of employees who were put out of work when the Aquashell lobster processing plant in Wallace River, N.S., burned to the ground a few weeks before Christmas. Becky
- [William Laird Cronk appointed chair of WorkSafeBC’s board of directors](https://hrnewscanada.com/william-laird-cronk-appointed-chair-of-worksafebcs-board-of-directors/) - William Laird Cronk has been appointed chair of WorkSafeBC’s board of directors for a three-year term, effective Feb. 26, 2026. The appointment was made by Jennifer Whiteside, B.C.’s Minister of Labour. Cronk, a Red Seal electrician, spent more than two decades working in the marine, communication, commercial, industrial and residential sectors in B.C. He has
- [Coaches Corner: Practical guidance for workplace challenges](https://hrnewscanada.com/coaches-corner-practical-guidance-for-workplace-challenges/) - Leaders and HR professionals face unprecedented complexity in today's workplaces. Rising mental health risks, increasing performance pressures and shifting expectations around OHS, human rights, labour standards and psychological health and safety (PHS) have created a new reality. Leaders are no longer responsible only for results; they are responsible for the conditions under which results are
- [Ontario marks first Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-marks-first-hospitality-workers-appreciation-day/) - Ontario marks its first Hospitality Workers Appreciation Day under Bill 67, recognizing frontline workers in restaurants, hotels and events across the province.
- [Young workers taking different approach to climbing the corporate ladder: experts](https://hrnewscanada.com/young-workers-taking-different-approach-to-climbing-the-corporate-ladder-experts/) - By Daniel Johnson Building a pipeline of potential managers is getting more difficult as younger people increasingly aren't interested in leading a team. With younger employees focusing more on work-life balance compared with previous generations, some are forgoing the traditional climb up the corporate ladder, leading to structural changes and new challenges for companies. “I think
- [B.C. paramedics union reaches agreement in principle, avoids possible job action](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-paramedics-union-reaches-agreement-in-principle-avoids-possible-job-action/) - The union representing more than 6,000 ambulance paramedics and dispatchers in British Columbia says it has reached an agreement in principle on a new contract, avoiding the possibility of job action. The Ambulance Paramedics of BC says the deal comes after "extensive negotiations" with the Health Employers Association of BC and the provincial government. Earlier
- [Nurses discouraged from working at Winnipeg hospital due to safety concerns](https://hrnewscanada.com/nurses-discouraged-from-working-at-winnipeg-hospital-due-to-safety-concerns/) - Nurses at Manitoba's second-largest hospital have declared it too dangerous to work in and are discouraging union members from accepting jobs or shifts there. The Manitoba Nurses Union says 94 per cent of its members at St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg have voted in favour of what they call "grey listing" the facility due to
- [Cell and gene therapy costs rising slowly but could reshape employer health plans: Research](https://hrnewscanada.com/cell-and-gene-therapy-costs-rising-slowly-but-could-reshape-employer-health-plans-research/) - New EBRI research shows cell and gene therapy use rising slowly in employer health plans, with costs hitting hardest among small self-insured employers. What HR needs to know.
- [U.S. Supreme Court tariff ruling offers little relief for Canadian workers, Unifor warns](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-supreme-court-tariff-ruling-offers-little-relief-for-canadian-workers-unifor-warns/) - Unifor warns Canadian jobs remain at risk despite U.S. Supreme Court ruling striking down IEEPA tariffs, as Section 232 measures targeting key industries stay in force.
- [Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s sweeping tariffs, upending central plank of economic agenda](https://hrnewscanada.com/supreme-court-strikes-down-trumps-sweeping-tariffs-upending-central-plank-of-economic-agenda/) - By Lindsay Whitehurst WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs on Friday, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda. The 6-3 decision centers on tariffs imposed under an emergency powers law, including the sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs he levied on nearly every other country. It's the first major
- [U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump's use of emergencies law for tariffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-supreme-court-strikes-down-trumps-use-of-emergencies-law-for-tariffs/) - By Kelly Geraldine Malone The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Donald Trump's use of a national security statute to deploy tariffs, reining in his efforts to realign global trade — but the decision doesn't end all the U.S. duties slamming Canadian industries. In a 6-3 ruling, the court concluded it was not legal
- ['Increased control over immigration?' Nine questions on Alberta referendum in October](https://hrnewscanada.com/increased-control-over-immigration-nine-questions-on-alberta-referendum-in-october/) - Premier Danielle Smith announced Thursday that a referendum will be held on Oct. 19 to ask Albertans about how they want the province to deal with immigration as well as the Constitution. She says it will include these nine questions: On immigration 1. Do you support the Government of Alberta taking increased control over immigration
- [Are employers on the hook for commuting costs for remote workers conducting safety checks?](https://hrnewscanada.com/are-employers-on-the-hook-for-commuting-costs-for-remote-workers-conducting-safety-checks/) - When millions of Canadian workers packed up their monitors and dragged their ergonomic chairs into spare bedrooms in the spring of 2020, the thinking was that it would be temporary. Flatten the curve. Wait it out. Be back by summer, probably. Five years later, a provincial agency in Ontario is fighting a labour grievance over
- [WestJet entitled to assign short vacation blocks during pilot training gaps, arbitrator rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/westjet-entitled-to-assign-short-vacation-blocks-during-pilot-training-gaps-arbitrator-rules/) - An arbitrator ruled WestJet could assign former Sunwing pilots vacation blocks under five days to fill training gaps, dismissing a union grievance over collective agreement rights.
- [Labatt Breweries joins the Ontario Corps emergency network](https://hrnewscanada.com/labatt-breweries-joins-the-ontario-corps-emergency-network/) - Ontario adds Labatt Breweries of Canada as a private-sector partner in Ontario Corps to support emergency response with water, logistics and facilities.
- [EI beneficiaries hold steady at 569,000 in December: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/ei-beneficiaries-hold-steady-at-569000-in-december-statscan/) - 569,000 Canadians received EI benefits in December 2025, up 16.7% year over year, with gains concentrated in Ontario, B.C. and trades occupations.
- [ESA president Josie Erzetic named EHRC's 2025 Leader of the Year for people-first approach](https://hrnewscanada.com/esa-president-josie-erzetic-named-ehrcs-2025-leader-of-the-year-for-people-first-approach/) - ESA president Josie Erzetic wins EHRC's 2025 Leader of the Year Award for people-first leadership in Ontario's electricity sector.
- [Canada's accessibility chief urges faster action on barrier-free transportation](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-accessibility-chief-urges-faster-action-on-barrier-free-transportation/) - Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer calls for faster action on accessible transportation, with new report and four recommendations targeting the 2040 barrier-free goal.
- [PIPSC files unfair labour practice complaint over federal return-to-office mandate](https://hrnewscanada.com/pipsc-files-unfair-labour-practice-complaint-over-federal-return-to-office-mandate/) - PIPSC files unfair labour practice complaint over federal return-to-office mandate expanding in-office days from three to four per week during active bargaining.
- [U.S. EEOC sues Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast for excluding men from company event](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-eeoc-sues-coca-cola-beverages-northeast-for-excluding-men-from-company-event/) - EEOC sues Coca-Cola Beverages Northeast for excluding male employees from a company-sponsored event, alleging sex discrimination under Title VII.
- [Zabeen Hirji named to Order of Ontario for HR and social impact leadership](https://hrnewscanada.com/zabeen-hirji-named-to-order-of-ontario-for-hr-and-social-impact-leadership/) - Zabeen Hirji, former RBC CHRO and Purposeful Third Act founder, named to Ontario's top honour for HR and social impact leadership.
- [Why your brain has to work harder in an open-plan office than private offices: study](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-your-brain-has-to-work-harder-in-an-open-plan-office-than-private-offices-study/) - By Libby (Elizabeth) Sander Since the pandemic, offices around the world have quietly shrunk. Many organisations don’t need as much floor space or as many desks, given many staff now do a mix of hybrid work from home and the office. But on days when more staff are required to be in, office spaces can
- [UKG, Ellucian partner to connect workforce and student systems for colleges](https://hrnewscanada.com/ukg-ellucian-partner-to-connect-workforce-and-student-systems-for-colleges/) - UKG and Ellucian are partnering to integrate workforce management and student information systems for colleges and universities across North America.
- [Dayforce study claims 176% ROI and six-month payback for HR platform users](https://hrnewscanada.com/dayforce-study-claims-176-roi-and-six-month-payback-for-hr-platform-users/) - A Forrester study commissioned by Dayforce found a 176% ROI and $6.8M net present value for HCM platform users, with payback in under six months.
- [Steelworkers head to Mexico as federal trade mission excludes labour voices](https://hrnewscanada.com/steelworkers-head-to-mexico-as-federal-trade-mission-excludes-labour-voices/) - USW and allied unions travel to Mexico alongside — but separate from — Team Canada's trade mission, demanding labour inclusion in CUSMA negotiations.
- [Ontario pension membership grows by 200,000, but retirement planning gaps persist](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-pension-membership-grows-by-200000-but-retirement-planning-gaps-persist/) - Ontario pension membership rose by 200,000 in 2025, but FSRA data shows most workers still lack a retirement plan. Key findings for HR pros.
- [‘We don’t think they’re serious’: Amazon union wants mediation](https://hrnewscanada.com/we-dont-think-theyre-serious-amazon-union-wants-mediation/) - By Isaac Phan Nay | The Tyee Workers at the only unionized Amazon warehouse in Canada are calling for a mediator to help negotiate a first contract. Since last October, Amazon and Unifor Local 114 have been negotiating a collective agreement for 800 workers at a company warehouse in Delta, B.C., called “YVR2.” But talks have
- [N.W.T. introduces points-based system to rank foreign workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/n-w-t-introduces-points-based-system-to-rank-foreign-workers/) - By Aastha Sethi | Cabin Radio The Northwest Territories’ immigration program will use a new points-based system this year to assess candidates and rank them according to labour market need, education, language skills and “connection to the N.W.T.” Previously, candidates haven’t been assigned scores by the territory in the same way. The introduction of such a
- [B.C. budget 'lands in the middle' between cuts and safeguarding core services: Bailey](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-budget-lands-in-the-middle-between-cuts-and-safeguarding-core-services-bailey/) - By Wolfgang Depner British Columbia's finance minister started to sell her "tough" budget Wednesday to business leaders who describe her deficit numbers as "scary," while other groups are tabulating the losses. Brenda Bailey told about 200 people at a Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce that the budget "lands in the middle" of those who say government
- [Five things to know as New Brunswick prepares for cuts in next month's budget](https://hrnewscanada.com/five-things-to-know-as-new-brunswick-prepares-for-cuts-in-next-months-budget/) - By Devin Stevens Staring down a record deficit of $1.3 billion, the New Brunswick government has warned that virtually every service and program risks facing cuts in next month's budget. For the government to continue investing in areas like health care and education, "we must be prepared to control our expenses and generate new revenues,” Finance
- [As the U.S. population ages, more employees are seeking caregiver benefits at work](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-the-u-s-population-ages-more-employees-are-seeking-caregiver-benefits-at-work/) - By Cathy Bussewitz NEW YORK (AP) — Debra Whitman was traveling for work when her father was suddenly admitted to the hospital in serious pain. She jetted home to Maryland and took several days off to care for him in his rural community in eastern Washington state and to set him up with a motorized lift
- [B.C. paramedics vote for strike action, need essential services agreement first](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-paramedics-vote-for-strike-action-need-essential-services-agreement-first/) - The union representing British Columbia paramedics and emergency dispatchers says its members have voted in favour of strike action, but that doesn't mean workers are walking off the job. Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia says its members voted 97 per cent in favour of strike action in a vote that took place over two weeks
- [City of Windsor scheduling coordinators belong in bargaining unit, arbitrator rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/city-of-windsor-scheduling-coordinators-belong-in-bargaining-unit-arbitrator-rules/) - An arbitrator ruled Windsor's scheduling coordinators at Huron Lodge belong in the CUPE bargaining unit, finding their duties weren't materially different from prior unionized roles.
- [Canadian SMBs spending 70% of HR time on administration, survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-smbs-spending-70-of-hr-time-on-administration-survey-finds/) - Canadian SMBs spend 70% of HR time on admin tasks, with talent attraction and AI adoption among top challenges for 2026, per Folks survey of 473 organizations.
- [Olivia Burley named SHRM Foundation's 2025 ambassador of the year](https://hrnewscanada.com/olivia-burley-named-shrm-foundations-2025-ambassador-of-the-year/) - Olivia Burley, Washington State's Military Spouse Liaison at the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs, has been named the 2025 SHRM Foundation Military Community Ambassador of the Year for her work connecting military spouses with employment opportunities across the state. Burley, who is also a military spouse and member of the SHRM Snohomish County Human
- [P.E.I. trains critical care and emergency nurses through intensive specialty programs](https://hrnewscanada.com/p-e-i-trains-critical-care-and-emergency-nurses-through-intensive-specialty-programs/) - P.E.I.'s Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Programs offer intensive specialty training combining simulation, clinical practice and mental health support for island nurses.
- [New Brunswick invests $54.3 million to support jobs at seven companies](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswick-invests-54-3-million-to-support-jobs-at-seven-companies/) - New Brunswick commits $54.3M over three years to seven companies, protecting hundreds of jobs in forestry, seafood, dairy, cannabis and engineering sectors.
- [Availability of desk space unclear as feds boost in-office time for public servants](https://hrnewscanada.com/availability-of-desk-space-unclear-as-feds-boost-in-office-time-for-public-servants/) - By Catherine Morrison Federal public service unions and workers are warning there isn't enough office space to accommodate the federal government's new requirements for more in-office work. The Public Service Alliance of Canada has said there is already a shortage of federal office space and warns "the chaos will only get worse" as workers' in-office time
- [Arbitrator settles flight attendant wages at Air Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/arbitrator-settles-flight-attendant-wages-at-air-canada/) - An arbitrator reviewing wages for flight attendants at Air Canada has finalized rates at the airline, bringing an end to the labour dispute that saw travel disrupted for thousands of people last summer. The arbitrator maintained the rates agreed to in a tentative deal for flight attendants at Air Canada's mainline, but bumped up the
- [Federal government launches benefit to offset grocery costs for 12 million Canadians](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-launches-benefit-to-offset-grocery-costs-for-12-million-canadians/) - Federal government launches Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit for 12 million Canadians, delivering up to $805 per family starting spring 2026.
- [Ottawa unveils automotive strategy with $3 billion in funding and new EV targets](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-unveils-automotive-strategy-with-3-billion-in-funding-and-new-ev-targets/) - Federal government launches automotive strategy with $3B in funding, EV purchase incentives up to $5,000, and targets of 75% EV sales by 2035.
- [Wagepoint adds timesheets and mobile app for Canadian small business payroll](https://hrnewscanada.com/wagepoint-adds-timesheets-and-mobile-app-for-canadian-small-business-payroll/) - Wagepoint launches Timesheets time-tracking feature and My Wagepoint mobile app for Canadian small business payroll processing and employee access.
- [Workleap launches AI agent to help managers track team performance in Slack](https://hrnewscanada.com/workleap-launches-ai-agent-to-help-managers-track-team-performance-in-slack/) - Workleap launches AI agent that analyzes Slack conversations to give managers real-time insights into team performance, engagement and coaching opportunities.
- [Women earn 17% less in retirement income than men, Ontario report finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/women-earn-17-less-in-retirement-income-than-men-ontario-report-finds/) - Canadian women receive 83 cents in retirement income for every dollar men earn, a 17% gap unchanged since 1976, Ontario Pay Equity Office reports.
- [Why psychological safety is the missing piece in performance](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-psychological-safety-is-the-missing-piece-in-performance/) - Most employees know what it feels like to hold back an idea or concern because they worry how it might land. That hesitation is a red flag that psychological safety is missing from the organization, according to Carmen Bellows, Director of Mental Health at Sun Life. Psychological safety creates an environment where employees feel comfortable
- [White men file workplace discrimination claims but are less likely to face inequity than other groups in U.S.](https://hrnewscanada.com/white-men-file-workplace-discrimination-claims-but-are-less-likely-to-face-inequity-than-other-groups-in-u-s/) - By Donald T. Tomaskovic-Devey and Steven Boutcher In December 2025, Andrea Lucas, the chair of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, invited white men to file more sex- and race-based discrimination complaints against their employers. “Are you a white male who has experienced discrimination at work based on your race or sex? You may have
- [What's in B.C.'s budget for employers? Tax credits, skilled trades training, and more](https://hrnewscanada.com/whats-in-b-c-s-budget-for-employers-tax-credits-skilled-trades-training-and-more/) - B.C.'s 2026 budget allocates $283M for skilled trades training, plans 15,000 public sector job cuts, and introduces new manufacturing tax credit.
- [Amazon ordered to pay back wages after unlawful wage freeze in B.C.: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/amazon-ordered-to-pay-back-wages-after-unlawful-wage-freeze-in-b-c-unifor/) - Amazon must pay back wages to B.C. union workers after labour board rules company unlawfully froze wages while giving raises to non-union staff.
- [Ottawa launches workforce alliances, retention grants to address labour shortages](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-launches-workforce-alliances-retention-grants-to-address-labour-shortages/) - The federal government is creating six sector-specific workforce alliances and a new retention grant program to help Canadian employers and workers navigate labour market pressures stemming from tariffs and skills shortages. Employment Minister Patty Hajdu announced the initiatives today during a visit to Unifor Local 444 in Windsor, Ont., outlining measures aimed at coordinating skills
- [Chatham-Kent firefighters awarded wage increases above police parity](https://hrnewscanada.com/chatham-kent-firefighters-awarded-wage-increases-above-police-parity/) - An interest arbitrator has awarded Chatham-Kent firefighters in Ontario wage increases that break from the municipality's longstanding practice of matching police and fire salaries, citing significant changes in the collective bargaining landscape since 2021. The award affects approximately 72 full-time career firefighters represented by the Chatham-Kent Professional Fire Fighters Association. The collective agreement expired on
- [Canada should work to recruit bilingual health workers, Senate report says](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-should-work-to-recruit-bilingual-health-workers-senate-report-says/) - By Sarah Ritchie A Senate report is calling on the federal government to fast-track immigration and credential recognition for francophone and bilingual health-care workers. The Senate committee on Official Languages recently wrapped up a study on language barriers in the health system. It heard from witnesses from across the country, including anglophones in Quebec and francophones
- [Tribunal reinstates benefits after barrel racing surveillance deemed insufficient proof of recovery](https://hrnewscanada.com/tribunal-reinstates-benefits-after-barrel-racing-surveillance-deemed-insufficient-proof-of-recovery/) - A New Brunswick workers’ compensation tribunal has overturned a decision to terminate benefits and recover nearly $4,500 from an injured worker, finding that surveillance footage of her participating in barrel racing did not prove she was capable of returning to work. The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Tribunal accepted the appeal of a seasonal worker who injured
- [How shaming unethical brands makes companies improve their behaviour](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-shaming-unethical-brands-makes-companies-improve-their-behaviour/) - By Janet Godsell and Nikolai Kazantsev Recent investigations have uncovered forced labour in agricultural supply chains, illegal fishing feeding supermarket freezers, deforestation embedded in everyday food products, and unsafe conditions in factories producing “sustainable” fashion. These harms were not visible on labels. They surfaced only when journalists, whistleblowers or activists exposed them. And when they
- [What it really means to love your job — and when that love can become a liability](https://hrnewscanada.com/what-it-really-means-to-love-your-job-and-when-that-love-can-become-a-liability/) - By Nick Turner, Julian Barling, Kaylee Somerville, and Zhanna Lyubykh What does it mean to love your job? The language of love has become increasingly common in contemporary discussions of work. People say they want to love their jobs, organizations promise roles candidates will love, and recruitment ads frame employment as an emotional commitment rather
- [Mental health days rare despite widespread recognition of workplace stress](https://hrnewscanada.com/mental-health-days-rare-despite-widespread-recognition-of-workplace-stress/) - Canadian organizations overwhelmingly offer employee assistance programs (EAPs) but stop short of providing dedicated mental health days, creating a gap between recognizing mental health challenges and giving employees time to address them proactively. While 75% of organizations offer EAPs according to a new survey of 189 HR professionals conducted by HR News Canada in partnership
- [Nearly 90% of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S. use UKG technology](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-90-of-the-largest-healthcare-systems-in-the-u-s-use-ukg-technology/) - UKG serves nearly 90% of the largest U.S. health systems with AI-powered scheduling and HR tools as healthcare burnout rates remain high.
- [Journeyperson wages hit record high in Canada, but Ontario slips](https://hrnewscanada.com/journeyperson-wages-hit-record-high-in-canada-but-ontario-slips/) - Newly certified journeypersons earned a record median income of $58,090 in 2023, but Ontario and three other provinces saw wages fall, Statistics Canada reports.
- [Visionet earns Great Place to Work certification in Canada for second straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/visionet-earns-great-place-to-work-certification-in-canada-for-second-straight-year/) - Visionet Systems earns Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row across Canada, the U.S., India, the U.K. and Germany.
- [Fact File: Why it's tough to verify some of Carney's claims about 'protected' jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/fact-file-why-its-tough-to-verify-some-of-carneys-claims-about-protected-jobs/) - By Craig Lord Prime Minister Mark Carney has made a series of claims recently about how much the federal government's support for tariff-stricken industries has protected jobs in Canada. Some of his figures on the number of workers being supported come close to federal records. Experts say that while there are models that can help estimate
- [Most workers worried about retirement as inflation bites, BMO survey shows](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-workers-worried-about-retirement-as-inflation-bites-bmo-survey-shows/) - 74% of Canadians say inflation is hurting retirement plans, with many saving less or stopping altogether, according to a new BMO survey.
- [Federal public servants seek legal advice as they face job cuts](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-public-servants-seek-legal-advice-as-they-face-job-cuts/) - By Catherine Morrison An advocate is urging the federal government to update equity legislation for Black employees and to drop its fight against a discrimination lawsuit that has cost more than $15 million so far. Nicholas Marcus Thompson, president and CEO of the Black Class Action Secretariat, told The Canadian Press that changes to Canada's Employment
- [Company countersues Ontario government, alleging reputational harm](https://hrnewscanada.com/company-countersues-ontario-government-alleging-reputational-harm/) - By Allison Jones A mental health company being sued by the Ontario government over alleged fraudulent misrepresentation has filed a statement of defence and a counterclaim against the province, alleging it has damaged the company's reputation. Get A-Head Inc. and its parent company Keel Digital Solutions deny the government's allegations and are in turn seeking damages
- [Advocate urges feds to update equity act, settle class action with Black employees](https://hrnewscanada.com/advocate-urges-feds-to-update-equity-act-settle-class-action-with-black-employees/) - By Catherine Morrison An advocate is urging the federal government to update equity legislation for Black employees and to drop its fight against a discrimination lawsuit that has cost more than $15 million so far. Nicholas Marcus Thompson, president and CEO of the Black Class Action Secretariat, told The Canadian Press that changes to Canada's Employment
- [Abduction of Mexican mine workers raises doubts over touted security improvements](https://hrnewscanada.com/abduction-of-mexican-mine-workers-raises-doubts-over-touted-security-improvements/) - By Aarón Ibarra And María Verza CONCORDIA, Mexico (AP) — Deep in the coastal mountains above the sparkling Pacific resort of Mazatlan, towns spaced along a twisting road appear nearly deserted, the quiet broken only by the occasional passing truck. It was near one of these towns, Panuco, that 10 employees of a Canadian-owned silver and gold
- [Skills-first hiring strategies gain traction among employers, new research finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/skills-first-hiring-strategies-gain-traction-among-employers-new-research-finds/) - More than one-third of organizations now regularly use skills-first hiring strategies that prioritize demonstrated abilities over traditional education credentials, according to new research released this week by SHRM Foundation. The report, titled The Skills-First Movement: Redefining How Organizations Hire and Grow, found that 34 per cent of organizations reported often or almost always using skills-first
- [Ontario secures $23 million Diageo investment after Amherstburg, Ont., plant closure concerns](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-secures-23-million-diageo-investment-after-amherstburg-ont-plant-closure-concerns/) - The Ontario government has reached an agreement with global spirits manufacturer Diageo that will see the company invest nearly $23 million in the province following concerns over the closure of its Amherstburg facility. The investment package includes commitments to support local producers, manufacturing operations, and economic development initiatives across Ontario communities. Crown Royal products will
- [Ontario nurses' union wins vote to represent 6,000 health-care workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-nurses-union-wins-vote-to-represent-6000-health-care-workers/) - The Ontario Nurses' Association has won the right to represent 6,000 health-care professionals working at Ontario Health atHome, following a province-wide vote conducted by the Ontario Labour Relations Board. The vote marks the conclusion of a two-year reorganization process that began when the provincial government merged 14 regional Ontario Health atHome branches into a single
- [Government appoints six vice-chairpersons to Canada Industrial Relations Board](https://hrnewscanada.com/government-appoints-six-vice-chairpersons-to-canada-industrial-relations-board/) - The federal government has appointed four new vice-chairpersons and reappointed two existing members to the Canada Industrial Relations Board, bolstering the tribunal’s capacity to handle workplace disputes in federally regulated sectors. Employment and Social Development Canada announced the appointments Wednesday, all for five-year terms. The moves support implementation of new processes around maintenance of activities
- [AI could mark the end of young people learning on the job – with terrible results](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-could-mark-the-end-of-young-people-learning-on-the-job-with-terrible-results/) - By Vivek Soundararajan For a long time, the deal for a wide range of careers has been simple enough. Entry-level workers carried out routine tasks in return for mentorship, skill development and a clear path towards expertise. The arrangement meant that employers had affordable labour, while employees received training and a clear career path. Both
- [AI threatens to eat business software – and it could change the way we work](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-threatens-to-eat-business-software-and-it-could-change-the-way-we-work/) - By Michael J. Davern and Ida Someh In recent weeks, a range of large “software-as-a-service” companies, including Salesforce, ServiceNow and Oracle, have seen their share prices tumble. Even if you’ve never used these companies’ software tools, there’s a good chance your employer has. These tools manage key data about customers, employees, suppliers and products, supporting
- [Stress costs Canadian small business owners 31 days of productivity each year](https://hrnewscanada.com/stress-costs-canadian-small-business-owners-31-days-of-productivity-each-year/) - Canadian small business owners lose 31 working days annually to stress, with financial management causing the most pressure, new Xero report finds.
- [Nearly half of employees hide workplace romances from colleagues: SHRM](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-half-of-employees-hide-workplace-romances-from-colleagues-shrm/) - Nearly half of employees have been involved in a workplace romance, and most keep these relationships secret from their teams, managers and HR departments, according to new research from SHRM. The 2026 Workplace Romance study found 47 per cent of employees are currently or have previously been involved in a workplace romance. Of those workers,
- [ADP signs first Canadian golfer to global sponsorship roster](https://hrnewscanada.com/adp-signs-first-canadian-golfer-to-global-sponsorship-roster/) - ADP signs Canadian golfer Sudarshan Yellamaraju to Team ADP, marking the first Canadian athlete on the global sports sponsorship roster.
- [Ottawa needs more data to probe claims of unpaid work at airlines: minister](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-needs-more-data-to-probe-claims-of-unpaid-work-at-airlines-minister/) - By Craig Lord Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu says her department needs more information from air carriers and unions to settle recent allegations of unpaid work in the airline sector. On Thursday, the federal government published the initial findings of a probe it launched six months earlier into allegations made during collective bargaining between Air Canada and
- [U.S. applications for jobless benefits fall to 227,000 last week, remaining at recent healthy levels](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-applications-for-jobless-benefits-fall-to-227000-last-week-remaining-at-recent-healthy-levels/) - By Matt Ott WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week, remaining within the historically healthy range of the past few years. Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Feb. 7 fell by 5,000 to 227,000 from the previous week, the Labor Department reported Thursday. That’s basically in line
- [Hiring managers say job seekers exaggerate resume skills: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/hiring-managers-say-job-seekers-exaggerate-resume-skills-survey/) - Survey finds 82% of Canadian hiring managers say job seekers' resumes don't match real skills, while 84% believe AI makes exaggeration easier.
- [B.C.'s Top Employers shift to skills-based hiring as one million job openings loom in province](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-s-top-employers-shift-to-skills-based-hiring-as-one-million-job-openings-loom-in-province/) - B.C. employers prepare for one million job openings with skills-based hiring and development programs as labour supply tightens and immigration slows.
- [DP World named to BC's Top Employers list for eighth straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/dp-world-named-to-bcs-top-employers-list-for-eighth-straight-year/) - DP World named one of BC's Top Employers for 2026, marking eight consecutive years of recognition for workplace programs and employee benefits.
- [New Brunswick's minimum wage to rise to $15.90 per hour April 1](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswicks-minimum-wage-to-rise-to-15-90-per-hour-april-1/) - New Brunswick's minimum wage increases to $15.90 per hour on April 1, up 25 cents from the current rate, indexed to consumer price index growth.
- [Conservative MP requests to skip scheduled pay raise](https://hrnewscanada.com/conservative-mp-requests-to-skip-scheduled-pay-raise/) - By Catherine Morrison Conservative MP Mike Dawson says he can't "in good conscience" accept the pay raise members of Parliament are supposed to get in April because it's unfair when Canadians are struggling to keep up with the rising cost of living. MPs are set to receive a 4.2 per cent raise on April which the
- [Virtual care will 'continue to be available' in New Brunswick: Province](https://hrnewscanada.com/virtual-care-will-continue-to-be-available-in-new-brunswick-province/) - New Brunswick has chosen a new vendor to deliver virtual care services across the province, with the transition set for April 1. Health Minister John Dornan said the change follows a comprehensive review of more than 500,000 appointments and consultation with 19 national and international vendors. "Virtual care is an integral part of New Brunswick's
- [Federal government cancels dedicated transit fund, shifts to competitive model](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-cancels-dedicated-transit-fund-shifts-to-competitive-model/) - Federal government cancels Canada Public Transit Fund, replacing it with competitive model that forces transit to compete with other projects for funding.
- [HR News Canada welcomes Calista Liotta as brand marketing manager](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-news-canada-welcomes-calista-liotta-as-brand-marketing-manager/) - North Wall Media announced today that Calista Liotta has joined the company as brand marketing manager, marking a significant expansion of the organization’s marketing and client services capabilities. In her new role, Liotta will help clients build effective campaigns across North Wall Media’s family of workplace publications, including HR Law Canada, HR News Canada, and
- [Demand for HR workers drops more than 20% below pre-pandemic levels: SHRM](https://hrnewscanada.com/demand-for-hr-workers-drops-more-than-20-below-pre-pandemic-levels-shrm/) - HR job postings remain 22% below pre-pandemic levels as of December 2025, with AI skills in growing demand, according to new SHRM research.
- [Nova Scotia launches skilled trades institute with $25 million investment](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-launches-skilled-trades-institute-with-25-million-investment/) - Nova Scotia and Nova Scotia Community College have launched the Institute of Skilled Trades to modernize training programs and equipment for students and apprentices across the province. The institute will receive $25 million over five years for new equipment and tools to enhance classrooms, training facilities, and workshops. An industry-led council will guide programming to
- [CIMA+ names Katia Millaire senior vice president of talent and culture](https://hrnewscanada.com/cima-names-katia-millaire-senior-vice-president-of-talent-and-culture/) - CIMA+ appoints Katia Millaire as senior vice president of talent and culture, effective Jan. 21. She brings 20 years of HR experience to the role.
- [HR Path acquires Workday integrations firm Lumi in U.S. expansion](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-path-acquires-workday-integrations-firm-lumi-in-u-s-expansion/) - HR Path acquires US-based Workday integrations firm Lumi, expanding North American presence and Workday capabilities for global HR consulting firm.
- [Flexible benefits shift from nice to have to necessity](https://hrnewscanada.com/flexible-benefits-shift-from-nice-to-have-to-necessity/) - Employers face a critical gap between recognizing the value of flexible benefits and actually implementing them, according to new survey data that shows while 68% of Canadian organizations say flexible benefits are important for retention, only 17% offer cafeteria-style plans. PerkShift, survey of 189 HR professionals conducted by HR News Canada in partnership with Venngo,
- [Liberal MP asks government to reconsider return-to-office policy for public servants](https://hrnewscanada.com/liberal-mp-asks-government-to-reconsider-return-to-office-policy-for-public-servants/) - By Catherine Morrison The Liberal who unseated Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre from his Ottawa-area riding in the last election is criticizing his government's new return-to-office policy for federal workers. Bruce Fanjoy, who represents the Carleton riding in the House of Commons, said in a social media post there's no evidence the policy will boost productivity and
- [Manitoba to increase school funding, will continue base guarantee](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-to-increase-school-funding-will-continue-base-guarantee/) - By Steve Lambert The Manitoba government is increasing public school funding by 3.5 per cent for the school year that starts in September. That includes a 2.9 per cent increase for operating costs, as well as money for capital projects and other items. Education Minister Tracy Schmidt says the increase is above the recent rate of
- [Union warns of public safety risks as Transport Canada cuts jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-warns-of-public-safety-risks-as-transport-canada-cuts-jobs/) - By Catherine Morrison A federal union is warning of threats to public safety as employees at Transport Canada face job cuts. The Union of Canadian Transportation Employees said in a news release the cuts are being implemented in a way that "places Canadians at increased risk." The union said it's particularly concerned about the prospect of
- [Unifor opens bargaining with Fairmont Empress, in Victoria, seeks mental health and wage gains](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-opens-bargaining-with-fairmont-empress-in-victoria-seeks-mental-health-and-wage-gains/) - Unifor Local 4276 opens contract talks with Fairmont Empress, prioritizing mental health supports and cost-of-living relief for hospitality workers.
- [Manitoba cuts pharmacy licensing time to 75 days for U.S., international applicants](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-cuts-pharmacy-licensing-time-to-75-days-for-u-s-international-applicants/) - Manitoba has introduced a faster registration process for internationally trained pharmacists that reduces licensing timelines from four and a half years to approximately 75 days. The streamlined pathway, which took effect in December 2025, applies to pharmacists from the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand and the Republic of Ireland. "By making it easier
- [Alberta reaches deal with 31,000 health care support workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-reaches-deal-with-31000-health-care-support-workers/) - Alberta has finalized a collective agreement with 31,000 general support services workers across the province's health care system. The deal between the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees and Alberta Health Services, provincial health agencies and provincial health corporations covers employees in various positions throughout Alberta's health care facilities. "I am pleased that the Alberta Union
- [Laurentian University faculty strike over as new agreement is ratified](https://hrnewscanada.com/laurentian-university-faculty-strike-over-as-new-agreement-is-ratified/) - The union representing faculty, librarians and counsellors at Laurentian University says a majority of its members have voted in favour of ratifying a new collective agreement, ending a three-week strike. The Laurentian University Faculty Association says the Sudbury, Ont., school has characterized the deal as "a final 'take it or leave it offer,'" and the
- [NYC nurses reach a deal to end a strike at 2 major hospitals while walkout continues at another](https://hrnewscanada.com/nyc-nurses-reach-a-deal-to-end-a-strike-at-2-major-hospitals-while-walkout-continues-at-another/) - By Philip Marcelo And Jennifer Peltz NEW YORK (AP) — Nurses and two major hospital systems in New York City have reached a deal to end a nearly monthlong strike over staffing levels, workplace safety, health insurance and other issues. The tentative agreement announced Monday by the union representing nurses involves the Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems.
- [Horizons rebrands as Remote People, adds recruitment and incorporation services](https://hrnewscanada.com/horizons-rebrands-as-remote-people-adds-recruitment-and-incorporation-services/) - Horizons, a global Employer of Record provider, has rebranded as Remote People and expanded its service offerings beyond payroll and compliance to include recruitment and entity incorporation support across more than 150 countries. The New York-based company now provides end-to-end global hiring services, handling recruitment, compliant employment, contractor management, and incorporation advisory for businesses expanding
- [Conservatives call for tax relief for GM worker severance packages](https://hrnewscanada.com/conservatives-call-for-tax-relief-for-gm-worker-severance-packages/) - By Kyle Duggan The Opposition Conservatives are calling on the federal Liberal government to reduce taxes on severance packages for laid-off General Motors workers in Ingersoll, Ont. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre penned a letter Sunday, co-signed by labour critic Kyle Seeback and local MP Arpan Khanna, addressed to Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne calling for an exemption
- [Unifor selects Domtar as pattern bargaining target for 14,000 forestry workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-selects-domtar-as-pattern-bargaining-target-for-14000-forestry-workers/) - Unifor has chosen Domtar as the pattern bargaining target for upcoming contract negotiations affecting 14,000 forestry workers across Eastern Canada. Delegates from Unifor forestry locals made the selection during the union's Eastern Forestry Wage Policy Conference held Feb. 4 to 6 in Montreal. The pattern agreement reached with Domtar will serve as the template for
- [Ottawa invests $10 million to train 1,800 workers in energy-efficient building skills](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-invests-10-million-to-train-1800-workers-in-energy-efficient-building-skills/) - The federal government will provide nearly $10 million to train workers in energy assessment techniques for insulation trades, part of a broader effort to address skilled trades shortages across Canada's construction sector. Employment and Social Development Canada announced the funding Feb. 6 for the BC Construction Industry Skills Improvement Council, known as SkillPlan. The organization
- [Federal government expands apprenticeship training support for skilled trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-expands-apprenticeship-training-support-for-skilled-trades/) - The federal government is increasing financial support for apprenticeship training equipment and expanding eligibility criteria to help address Canada's skilled trades shortage. Employment and Social Development Canada announced changes to the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy's Investments in Training Equipment stream that will cover shipping and installation costs for training equipment. The program will also offer federal
- [Best Practices in Workplace Investigations](https://hrnewscanada.com/best-practices-in-workplace-investigations/) - Join Lai-King Hum for this in-depth and informative session on conducting workplace investigations. Available on-demand. You can view this session for free on our sister publication, HR Law Canada, at https://hrlawcanada.com/2023/09/best-practices-in-workplace-investigations/
- [The TFK Employment Law Conference 2023](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-tfk-employment-law-conference-2023/) - Fill out the form on our sister website, HR Law Canada, and pay via credit card to get instant access to the on-demand sessions from the TFK Employment Law Conference, put on by the Employment Lawyers Association of Ontario. Register and watch now at https://hrlawcanada.com/2024/02/the-tfk-employment-law-conference-2023/ Upon completion, sessions qualify for 2 EDI Professionalism Hours and
- [The Workplace Legal Barometer: A Look Back at Key 2023 Developments and What to Expect Through 2024](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-workplace-legal-barometer-a-look-back-at-key-2023-developments-and-what-to-expect-through-2024/) - Join speaker Lai-King Hum, founder of Hum Law Firm, for this special session that looks at what HR professionals need to know about recent developments in employment law. Available on-demand. View this session now on our sister publication, HR Law Canada, at https://hrlawcanada.com/2024/02/the-workplace-legal-barometer-a-look-back-at-key-2023-developments-and-what-to-expect-through-2024/
- [Employment Agreements: Clauses to Think About](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-agreements-clauses-to-think-about/) - Join Tahir Khorasanee, senior associate at Steinbergs LLP, for this special session on employment agreements and clauses to think about. Available to watch instantly on-demand. View this session now on our sister publication, HR Law Canada, at https://hrlawcanada.com/2024/03/employment-agreements-clauses-to-think-about/
- [Key Differences Between Quebec, Rest of Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/key-differences-between-quebec-rest-of-canada/) - Join Lai-King Hum, founder of Hum Law Firm, for this informative discussion about how employment law in Quebec is distinct from the rest of Canada. Available on-demand. View this webinar for free on-demand on our sister publication, HR News Canada, at https://hrlawcanada.com/2024/04/key-differences-between-quebec-rest-of-canada/
- [Crown prosecutors in New Brunswick vote for strike action if contract talks fail](https://hrnewscanada.com/crown-prosecutors-in-new-brunswick-vote-for-strike-action-if-contract-talks-fail/) - Crown prosecutors in New Brunswick have voted 99 per cent in favour of strike action if their current round of contract talks break down. The New Brunswick Crown Prosecutors Association issued a statement today saying the province's criminal justice system is in a state of crisis because of recruitment and retention problems. Association president Shara
- [Top 10 people risks for 2024 include rising benefits costs, tech skills shortages: MercerMarsh](https://hrnewscanada.com/top-10-people-risks-in-canada-for-2024-including-rising-benefits-costs-tech-skills-shortages-mercermarsh/) - The top people risks in Canada are increasing health and benefits costs, according to a new report from MercerMarsh Benefits. "People can be an organization's most important strength, but they can also bring significant risk to a business if they're not properly managed," the People Risk 2024 report states. "People Risks are business risks generated
- [CBSA union warns of June border disruptions following strike mandate](https://hrnewscanada.com/cbsa-union-warns-of-june-border-disruptions-following-strike-mandate/) - The union representing workers at the Canada Border Services Agency says a possible strike could affect Canada’s borders this summer. The Public Service Alliance of Canada says 9,000 of its members who work for the CBSA have secured a strike mandate. It is warning that could lead to "significant disruptions" at Canada’s borders ahead of
- [CRA worker who alleged age discrimination over degree requirement loses case at Federal Court](https://hrnewscanada.com/cra-worker-who-alleged-age-discrimination-over-degree-requirement-loses-case-at-federal-court/) - A Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) worker, who alleged age discrimination because a job posting required a degree that was not common when he graduated university in 1975, has had his case dismissed by the Federal Court. C.P., who retired from the CRA in 2022, applied for a Research and Technology Manager position in 2020 but
- [Mastercard, Salesforce among new companies to commit to Canada's voluntary AI code of conduct](https://hrnewscanada.com/mastercard-salesforce-among-new-companies-to-commit-to-canadas-voluntary-ai-code-of-conduct/) - Eight organizations, including Mastercard, Salesforce, and Lenovo, have pledged to support the responsible development and management of advanced generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems by joining Canada's Voluntary Code of Conduct. Announced by François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry, the new signatories bring the total number of organizations committed to the code to 30.
- [407 ETR hits safety milestone: 4 million hours without a lost-time injury](https://hrnewscanada.com/407-etr-hits-safety-milestone-4-million-hours-without-a-lost-time-injury/) - 407 ETR Concession Company Limited has achieved a significant milestone in employee safety, reaching four million hours without a lost-time injury. This accomplishment underscores the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe work environment, particularly for employees who face the risks associated with live traffic on Highway 407 ETR — the busy toll road that
- [B.C. looking into designating psychotherapy as a regulated health profession](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-looking-into-designating-psychotherapy-as-a-regulated-health-profession/) - British Columbia has begun consultations to potentially designate psychotherapy as a regulated health profession under the Health Professions Act. Psychotherapy, a practice used to treat mental health conditions and psychological problems, often involves direct treatment of a patient’s psyche. Individuals offering psychotherapy, who may currently hold titles such as clinical counsellors, counselling therapists, and psychotherapists,
- [How to battle boredom at work](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-to-battle-boredom-at-work/) - By Casher Belinda, University of Notre Dame Though neuroscience suggests that boredom can be good for us, we all try to avoid it. Even the most exciting jobs in the world — astronaut, nuclear engineer, helicopter pilot, virus hunter — can be filled with drudgery at times. Nobody is immune from paperwork and meetings. The
- [As UK inflation falls to 2.3%, here’s what it could mean for wages](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-uk-inflation-falls-to-2-3-heres-what-it-could-mean-for-wages/) - By Amr Saber Algarhi, Sheffield Hallam University and Konstantinos Lagos, Sheffield Hallam University Inflation in the UK has fallen to 2.3% in the year to April – the lowest figure for almost three years. Before this, prices at UK tills were relatively low and stable for many years. But in 2021 they started rising, causing
- [Ontario's Grey County ups mileage rate for staff and councillors](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontarios-grey-county-ups-mileage-rate-for-staff-and-councillors/) - Grey County has increased the rate it pays for mileage when staff and councillors use their personal vehicles for business purposes. At its meeting on May 23, county council voted in favour of a staff report and recommendation to increase the rate of mileage paid from 50 cents per kilometre to 70 cents for the first 5,000
- [Do employees slack off after receiving their bonuses? Our research tells a more optimistic story](https://hrnewscanada.com/do-employees-slack-off-after-receiving-their-bonuses-our-research-tells-a-more-optimistic-story/) - By Argyro Avgoustaki, ESCP Business School and Hans TW Frankort, City, University of London The carrot-and-stick approach – rewards and punishment – is a long-held theory of motivation. It features in some form or other in many animal training, child rearing, and management methods. In modern incarnations applied to the business world, however, sanctions are
- [FPPE-CSQ, Quebec's Treasury Board reach agreement on new contract for 2023-2028](https://hrnewscanada.com/fppe-csq-quebecs-treasury-board-reach-agreement-on-new-contract-for-2023-2028/) - The Fédération des professionnelles et professionnels de l'éducation du Québec (FPPE-CSQ) and the Treasury Board have reached an agreement on the final texts of the new 2023-2028 employment contract. The agreement, which affects professionals in both Francophone school service centres and Anglophone school boards, is expected to be formally signed within the next two weeks,
- [Batchewana First Nation implementing four-day work week for staff](https://hrnewscanada.com/batchewana-first-nation-implementing-four-day-work-week-for-staff/) - Batchewana First Nation (BFN), located near Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., is adopting a four-day work week with the hope of creating a "healthier work environment" for its employees. After a successful trial run that began last May and ended in October, BFN officials announced on Thursday that they will use this modified Monday to Thursday work
- [Canadian retailers are embracing AI to boost productivity, improve customer experience: KPMG survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-retailers-are-embracing-ai-to-boost-productivity-improve-customer-experience-kpmg-survey/) - Canadian retailers are increasingly turning to generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to boost productivity, predict demand, and personalize customer experiences, according to a new survey by KPMG in Canada. The research, which surveyed executives from 135 Canadian retailers across various sectors, reveals a strong consensus on the necessity of AI integration for staying competitive. The
- [These tips can help keep you safe during a potentially severe 2024 wildfire season](https://hrnewscanada.com/these-tips-can-help-keep-you-safe-during-a-potentially-severe-2024-wildfire-season/) - By Stephanie Cleland, Simon Fraser University The 2023 wildfire season was Canada’s worst on record. High temperatures and widespread drought fuelled over 6,600 fires, burning a record-breaking 18.4 million hectares, an area more than double the size of New Brunswick. The fires emitted nearly 480 million tonnes of carbon, five times the emissions of an
- [Sonic Coating Solutions fined $350K by Alberta court following workplace fatality](https://hrnewscanada.com/sonic-coating-solutions-fined-350k-by-alberta-court-following-workplace-fatality/) - An industrial painting and coating company in Alberta, Sonic Coating Solutions Inc., has been fined $350,000 following a workplace fatality that occurred in October 2021. The penalty was imposed by the Leduc Court of Justice on May 22, after the company pleaded guilty to one charge under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act. The
- [Workers at Kamloops Hudson's Bay ratify deal after 165-day strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-at-kamloops-hudsons-bay-ratify-deal-after-165-day-strike/) - The United Steelworkers union says workers at a Hudson's Bay store in Kamloops, B.C., have ratified a new deal with their employer after a 165-day strike. Workers with Local 1-417 walked off the job on Dec. 10 last year after they were unable to reach an agreement on wages with the retailer. The union says
- [Maple Leaf Foods shutting down plant in Brantford, Ont.; vows to support employees](https://hrnewscanada.com/maple-leaf-foods-shutting-down-plant-in-brantford-ont-vows-to-support-employees/) - Maple Leaf Foods Inc. announced plans to shut down its Brantford, Ontario plant and consolidate its Further Processed Poultry (FPP) production into other existing facilities by early 2025. The century-old Brantford plant, which the company identified earlier this year as needing substantial ongoing investment to remain operational long-term, will be closed in a phased manner.
- [Nova Scotia Community College to launch Canada’s first fisheries simulator](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-community-college-to-launch-canadas-first-fisheries-simulator/) - Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Shelburne campus is set to introduce a groundbreaking fisheries simulator, the first in Canada equipped with navigation capabilities for both fishing and aquaculture. The simulator, part of NSCC’s Cube – Space for Innovation, will provide a realistic, on-land training experience for aspiring and current fishers, enhancing their skills and career
- [OFL, NDP call for heat stress to be recognized as a workplace hazard in Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/ofl-ndp-call-for-heat-stress-to-be-recognized-as-a-workplace-hazard-in-ontario/) - The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) and the provincial New Democratic Party (NDP) have launched a campaign — called "The Heat is On!" — to address heat stress in workplaces. “It’s the middle of May and we’re already seeing sweltering temperatures in Ontario,” said OFL President Laura Walton. “The dangers of heat stress at work
- [Construction firm in Windsor, Ont., fined $80K after workers injured in platform collapse](https://hrnewscanada.com/construction-firm-in-windsor-ont-fined-80k-after-workers-injured-in-platform-collapse/) - Amico Contractors Inc., a Windsor-based construction company, has been fined $80,000 after two workers were injured in a workplace accident. The incident occurred on July 25, 2022, at a construction project located at 1900 6th Concession Road in LaSalle, Ontario. According to the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the workers were injured
- [Appeal court upholds TTC workers' right to strike, as potential job action looms](https://hrnewscanada.com/appeal-court-upholds-ttc-workers-right-to-strike-as-potential-job-action-looms/) - Ontario's top court has upheld the right of Toronto Transit Commission workers to strike, a decision that comes just days before they plan to walk off the job. The Court of Appeal for Ontario dismissed an appeal Thursday by the provincial government of a lower court ruling that had declared a law eliminating the workers'
- [Employment program makes an impact on Cowessess First Nation in Saskatchewan](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-program-makes-an-impact-on-cowessess-first-nation-in-saskatchewan/) - A highly successful pre-employment program geared toward the mining industry is making big waves on one local First Nation. The Canadian Institute of Mining awarded the inaugural CIM Indigenous Partnership Award to Cowessess First Nation and Morris Interactive. The program from Morris Interactive - Digital Transformation in Potash Mining - is eight weeks in duration, giving participants what they need to
- [Spiritwood Stockyards fined $325K following workplace fatality, serious injury](https://hrnewscanada.com/spiritwood-stockyards-fined-325k-following-workplace-fatality-serious-injury/) - Spiritwood Stockyards (1984) Ltd. has been fined $325,000 after pleading guilty to two violations of Saskatchewan’s Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020. The ruling, handed down on May 14, 2024, in Spiritwood Provincial Court, addresses two serious incidents that resulted in a worker’s injury and another worker’s death. Worker struck, injured by gate The company
- [Deal between Nova Scotia, Paper Excellence saves pensions of Northern Pulp Mill workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/deal-between-nova-scotia-paper-excellence-saves-pensions-of-northern-pulp-mill-workers/) - Workers' pensions are being saved as part of the agreement reached between Nova Scotia and Paper Excellence, the parent company of the Northern Pulp Mill in Pictou, N.S. “Ensuring fair treatment for the company’s pensioners was a priority for us, as well as finding a pathway to a stronger economic outcome for Nova Scotians,” said
- ['Chronoworking': 87% of Canadians want to try aligning work hours with natural sleep patterns](https://hrnewscanada.com/chronoworking-87-of-canadians-want-to-try-aligning-work-hours-with-natural-sleep-patterns/) - Nearly nine in 10 professionals (87%) are interested in trying "chronoworking" — a model allowing employees to work according to their natural sleeping patterns, according to a new survey from Robert Walters. The survey, which included over 1,700 employed Canadians, highlights a growing demand for more personalized flexible working arrangements. The study found that half
- [Fatal incident at Nutrien potash mine in Saskatchewan leaves Steelworkers mourning](https://hrnewscanada.com/fatal-incident-at-nutrien-potash-mine-in-saskatchewan-leaves-steelworkers-mourning/) - A tragic incident at the Nutrien potash mine in Rocanville, Saskatchewan, resulted in the death of a worker, according to an announcement by the United Steelworkers union (USW) on Sunday. The mine, located about 250 kilometers east of Regina, has been temporarily shut down following the incident. The identity of the deceased worker has not
- [SEIU files complaint against Cacadia Liquor over use of replacement workers in B.C.](https://hrnewscanada.com/seiu-files-complaint-against-cacadia-liquor-over-use-of-replacement-workers-in-b-c/) - SEIU Local 2 has filed a legal complaint against Cascadia Liquor, alleging the company violated labour laws by employing replacement workers during an ongoing strike. The complaint, submitted to the BC Labour Relations Board, claims that Cascadia Liquor used newly hired managers and head office employees to perform tasks typically carried out by striking workers.
- [Effective workload management crucial for engagement, retention: McLean & Company](https://hrnewscanada.com/effective-workload-management-crucial-for-engagement-retention-mclean-company/) - Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has released a new guide aimed at helping HR leaders manage employee workload more effectively. The guide, titled "HR Guide to Measuring Workload," provides tools and information to address the risks associated with poor workload management, such as increased employee disengagement and turnover. In their May
- [Survey highlights ongoing challenges for Ontario's RPNs amid staffing shortages](https://hrnewscanada.com/survey-highlights-ongoing-challenges-for-ontarios-rpns-amid-staffing-shortages/) - Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) in Ontario continue to face significant challenges due to ongoing staffing shortages, according to a new survey by the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (WeRPN). The annual report, "The State of Nursing in Ontario: A 2024 Review," reflects the experiences of over 1,300 RPNs and underscores the critical state of
- [Paramedics in Sault St. Marie, Ont., rally for better pay](https://hrnewscanada.com/paramedics-in-sault-st-marie-ont-rally-for-better-pay/) - Sault Ste. Marie paramedics took to the streets Tuesday afternoon to better inform the public of the challenges they are facing on the job and at the bargaining table. One of the main issues highlighted during this rally was the pay disparity between paramedics and other first responders, such as police and firefighters. To hammer
- [Workplace injury pay in Ontario now applies to foreign workers – even if they return home](https://hrnewscanada.com/workplace-injury-pay-in-ontario-now-applies-to-foreign-workers-even-if-they-return-home/) - The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board’s new measures to help foreign agricultural workers recover from an on-the-job-injury is a good move, but doesn’t go far enough, says the Industrial Accident Victims Group of Ontario. On May 15, the board announced that it had completed a nine-month review of its practices and that measures are now
- [Virtual reality transforms employee training at TD Bank](https://hrnewscanada.com/virtual-reality-transforms-employee-training-at-td-bank/) - TD Bank Group has announced the launch of new virtual reality (VR) tools aimed at enhancing employee training and connectivity across North America. The initiative, part of TD Invent, seeks to leverage spatial computing technology to create immersive, human-centered experiences for its employees. "To truly support our colleagues in their ongoing learning at TD, it's
- [Carbon monoxide tops list of biggest safety risks in British Columbia: Technical Safety BC](https://hrnewscanada.com/carbon-monoxide-tops-list-of-top-safety-risks-in-british-columbia-technical-safety-bc/) - Technical Safety BC has released its 2023 State of Safety and Annual Report, pinpointing the top safety risks in British Columbia. The report identifies the leading threats to safety as carbon monoxide (CO) exposure, ammonia safety, gas line strikes, electrical fires, and electrical shocks. "British Columbians should be able to trust that the places they
- [Nova Scotia teachers vote in favour of new three-year contract with salary increase](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-teachers-vote-in-favour-of-new-three-year-contract-with-salary-increase/) - Members of the union representing Nova Scotia’s 10,000 public school teachers have voted in favour of a contract agreement reached last month with the province. In a ratification vote held Wednesday 91 per cent of Nova Scotia Teachers Union members voted 80.5 per cent in support of the deal. Union president Ryan Lutes says that
- [Masks work, our comprehensive review has found](https://hrnewscanada.com/masks-work-our-comprehensive-review-has-found/) - By Trish Greenhalgh, University of Oxford; C Raina MacIntyre, UNSW Sydney, and David Fisman, University of Toronto When a Texan farm worker caught bird flu from cattle recently, social media was abuzz with rumours. While bird flu is not a human pandemic, scientists and policymakers the world over are keen to prepare as best they
- [Accommodation a two-way street: Tribunal tosses disability discrimination claim from paraplegic sales rep](https://hrnewscanada.com/accommodation-a-two-way-street-tribunal-tosses-disability-discrimination-claim-from-paraplegic-sales-rep/) - The Human Rights Tribunal of Alberta has dismissed a complaint of disability-related discrimination from a paraplegic sales associate at a cannabis shop who was terminated following a medical leave after having surgery. W.S. filed the complaint against his former employer, FOUR20 Premium Market. The tribunal upheld the Director of the Alberta Human Rights Commission’s initial
- [If using LinkedIn makes you feel like an imposter at work, here’s how to cope](https://hrnewscanada.com/if-using-linkedin-makes-you-feel-like-an-imposter-at-work-heres-how-to-cope/) - By Sebastian Oliver, University of Southampton When it comes to professional social media, LinkedIn, with its billion-plus members, stands unrivalled. The platform for career updates, networking and job searches has effectively become a requirement in the professional world. It can be a great tool to help you progress in your career. But, just like other
- [Workplace besties: How to build relationships at work while staying professional](https://hrnewscanada.com/workplace-besties-how-to-build-relationships-at-work-while-staying-professional/) - By Jason Walker, Adler University Having meaningful connections in the workplace is essential for personal and organizational success. Most of us form these bonds naturally, as we spend a significant amount of our lifetimes at work. After leaving college, many people in their 20s move to new cities for career opportunities, where they face the
- ['Control, consent, compensation': Voice actors express concern over AI in video games](https://hrnewscanada.com/control-consent-compensation-voice-actors-express-concern-over-ai-in-video-games/) - A recent dispute over the use of a voice similar to Hollywood actor Scarlett Johansson by the maker of ChatGPT is another example of the complexities of generative artificial intelligence and the ethical debate around the technology. OpenAI has said the voice of Sky — one of several available for its popular chatbot — is
- [After cemetery strike, grieving Montreal families still waiting to bury loved ones](https://hrnewscanada.com/after-cemetery-strike-grieving-montreal-families-still-waiting-to-bury-loved-ones/) - For more than a year, an urn holding the ashes of Bridget Heffernan's brother has remained in her Montreal-area home instead of being buried in the plot at Notre-Dame-des-Neiges cemetery where her family members have been laid to rest for nearly a century. With her mother's death last September, Heffernan now has two sets of
- [Hot Docs to close its flagship cinema, lay off staff for three months](https://hrnewscanada.com/hot-docs-to-close-its-flagship-cinema-lay-off-staff-for-three-months/) - Ongoing financial uncertainty is forcing the Hot Docs Film Festival to temporarily close its flagship Toronto theatre and lay off staff for about three months, the organization said Wednesday. Canada’s largest documentary film festival said it will shutter the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema starting June 12 as the organization tries to find a path
- [Pay increases, AI provisions included in Writers Guild of Canada labour deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/pay-increases-ai-provisions-included-in-writers-guild-of-canada-labour-deal/) - The Writers Guild of Canada has ratified a new three-year contract that increases pay and implements artificial intelligence protections for writers, story editors and story consultants. The new Independent Production Agreement with the Canadian Media Producers Association came into effect Wednesday. It raises live action script fees by five per cent, four per cent and
- [Richvale York Block fined $50,000 after worker injured in fall from raised platform in London, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/richvale-york-block-fined-50000-after-worker-injured-in-fall-from-raised-platform-in-london-ont/) - Richvale York Block Inc., a manufacturer of concrete blocks for the construction industry, has been fined $50,000 following a workplace injury at its London, Ont., facility. The conviction was handed down after the company pleaded guilty to failing to ensure proper safety measures were in place, leading to a worker's injury. The incident occurred on
- [Feds, Saskatchewan announce $255,000 funding for women entrepreneurs](https://hrnewscanada.com/feds-saskatchewan-announce-255000-funding-for-women-entrepreneurs/) - The federal and provincial governments have announced a combined funding of $255,000 to support women entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan. This initiative, aimed at newcomer women, will be managed by Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan Inc. (WESK). Marci Ien, the Federal Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Youth, highlighted the unique challenges faced by newcomer women, including
- [New prosperity index indicates $9,000 income gap for African Nova Scotian men](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-prosperity-index-indicates-9000-income-gap-for-african-nova-scotian-men/) - Statistics tracking the economic prosperity of Nova Scotia’s Black community have been gathered in a first-of-its kind report released today. The African Nova Scotian Prosperity and well-being Index compiles data covering six broad areas, including population, labour, income, education, housing and well-being. Drawing on a number of sources, including the 2021 Census, the index highlights
- [Union points to lack of adequate office space for workers as fight continues over Ottawa's return-to-office mandate](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-points-to-lack-of-adequate-office-space-for-workers-as-fight-continues-over-ottawas-return-to-office-mandate/) - The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) has unveiled preliminary data from a recent survey that underscores significant challenges federal public service workers are encountering under the new Return to Office (RTO) mandate. The survey results indicate a widespread lack of adequate office space for employees. Eva Henshaw, Acting President of PIPSC,
- [Employers rethink employee social connections in era of remote work: report](https://hrnewscanada.com/employers-rethink-employee-social-connections-in-era-of-remote-work-report/) - The rise of remote work has led to a loss of workplace social connections that is negatively affecting employees, a new report suggests. The Conference Board of Canada report published Wednesday shows employers are concerned about workplace isolation as flexible work arrangements become more prevalent. “We know that a lot more employees are working from
- [Alberta appoints youth ambassadors to promote careers in skilled trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-appoints-youth-ambassadors-to-promote-careers-in-skilled-trades/) - Alberta's government has introduced an Advisory Council of Skilled Trades Youth Ambassadors (STYA) to amplify the voices of young adults in the skilled trades. This initiative, led by Minister of Advanced Education Rajan Sawhney, aims to address workforce shortages and encourage more students to pursue careers in high-demand trades. "Alberta's young adults have so much
- [Federal government to host third annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-to-host-third-annual-canadian-congress-on-disability-inclusion/) - The federal government is set to host the third annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion, marking the commencement of National AccessAbility Week 2024. This year's theme, "Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All," underscores the collective effort required from all sectors to achieve a barrier-free Canada by 2040. Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion, and
- [25th annual salary survey launched for Ontario's child care industry](https://hrnewscanada.com/25th-annual-salary-survey-launched-for-ontarios-child-care-industry/) - Umbrella Central Day Care Services and Sentient HR Services Inc. have announced the launch of the 25th Annual Salary Survey for Ontario's childcare sector. This survey, a collaboration between the two organizations, aims to enhance transparency and equity in compensation practices within the childcare community. The annual survey has established itself as a key resource
- [Two million Canadian seniors approved for Ottawa's dental care plan](https://hrnewscanada.com/two-million-canadian-seniors-approved-for-ottawas-dental-care-plan/) - The federal government has announced significant progress in its efforts to make oral health care more accessible and affordable for Canadians. This week, two million seniors have been approved for coverage under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), enabling them to access necessary dental care. To date, more than 90,000 seniors have received dental care
- [Ontario LTC nurses get 11.5 per cent pay increase over two years](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-ltc-nurses-get-11-5-per-cent-pay-increase-over-two-years/) - Nurses in the majority of long-term care homes in Ontario are set to get what their union is calling the most significant wage increase in more than 30 years. An arbitration decision released this week gives pay bumps to the Ontario Nurses' Association members that work out to about 11.5 per cent over two years.
- [Borderless AI appoints HR veteran Beth Steinberg to board of advisors](https://hrnewscanada.com/borderless-ai-appoints-hr-veteran-beth-steinberg-to-board-of-advisors/) - Borderless AI, a startup specializing in AI-powered solutions for the Employer of Record (EOR) industry, has announced the appointment of Beth Steinberg, former Chief People Officer at Chime, to its Board of Advisors. Steinberg, with over 30 years of experience in human resources, is expected to enhance Borderless AI's market position and impact in the
- [Trudeau praises role of labour unions in protecting workers' rights during U.S. visit](https://hrnewscanada.com/trudeau-praises-role-of-labour-unions-in-protecting-workers-rights-during-u-s-visit/) - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau concluded a visit to Philadelphia on May 21, 2024, aimed at strengthening the Canada-U.S. relationship, enhancing cross-border trade, and promoting labour rights. Trudeau attended the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Quadrennial North American Convention, where he highlighted the partnership between Canada and the U.S. and the role of labour unions in
- [Pets give companionship, cuddles and joy – and also unavoidable stresses](https://hrnewscanada.com/pets-give-companionship-cuddles-and-joy-and-also-unavoidable-stresses/) - By Emily Hemendinger, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Owning a pet can be a roller coaster. There are the highs, like when your dog greets you with a full-body wiggle when you return home, or when your cat purrs loudly as you cuddle next to one another. Then there are the lows, like stressful
- [Carpenters' Regional Council expands efforts to promote gender equality in skilled trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/carpenters-regional-council-expands-efforts-to-promote-gender-equality-in-skilled-trades/) - The Carpenters' Regional Council (CRC) is amplifying its commitment to gender equality within the skilled construction trades by extending the reach of the Office to Advance Women Apprentices (OAWA) into the Prairies region. This initiative, backed by CRC's investment, aims to enhance inclusivity and diversity within the industry. "Ensuring careers in the skilled trades are
- [Recruitment and retention 'crisis': Alberta wildland firefighters say province isn't ready](https://hrnewscanada.com/recruitment-and-retention-crisis-alberta-wildland-firefighters-say-province-isnt-ready/) - Wildland firefighters in Alberta are calling on the public to pressure the provincial government into addressing their concerns about preparedness for the current fire season. This urgent plea comes as the province faces an escalating wildfire crisis with 40 active wildfires and recent evacuations affecting communities, including the Cold Lake First Nation and the Peace
- [Cleared for takeoff: Unifor backs Espace Aéro, Montreal's new aerospace innovation zone](https://hrnewscanada.com/cleared-for-takeoff-unifor-backs-espace-aero-montreals-new-aerospace-innovation-zone/) - Unifor has expressed strong support for the Quebec government's establishment of a new aerospace innovation zone in Greater Montreal, known as Espace Aéro. This initiative aims to address the needs of the aerospace industry and reinforce Montreal's status as a leading global aerospace hub. Lana Payne, Unifor National President, emphasized the importance of a coordinated
- [Senate calls for substantial reforms to Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program, including a commission](https://hrnewscanada.com/senate-calls-for-substantial-reforms-to-canadas-temporary-foreign-worker-program-including-a-commission/) - The Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science, and Technology has released a report calling for substantial reforms to Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). The report highlights that the program, initially intended as a “last and limited resort,” has become integral to several key sectors, including agriculture, seafood processing, and caregiving. The committee's investigation
- [Soaring with generosity: Singapore Airlines offering staff eight-month bonuses](https://hrnewscanada.com/soaring-with-generosity-singapore-airlines-offering-staff-eight-month-bonuses/) - Singapore Airlines (SIA) is soaring high with generosity, offering bonuses equivalent to eight months' salary to its employees, according to published reports. "The carrier will reward its employees with a bonus worth nearly eight months of salary, a person familiar with the matter told CNN on Friday. The person asked not to be named because
- [Manitoba mine rescue competition showcases dedication to safety and preparedness](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-mine-rescue-competition-showcases-dedication-to-safety-and-preparedness/) - The Manitoba Provincial Mine Rescue Competition held on May 26-27, 2023, in Thompson, was a testament to the dedication and preparedness of mine rescue teams. Teams from various mine sites gathered to showcase their skills and readiness in responding to emergency scenarios underground. Sean McKenzie, the Rescue Team Captain, emphasized the intense training that preceded
- [Workforce training on mind of incoming president at Confederation College in Thunder Bay, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/workforce-training-on-mind-of-incoming-president-at-confederation-college-in-thunder-bay-ont/) - From an alumnus to the head of the school, Michelle Salo has been appointed as Confederation College's incoming president and will take the helm this September. Salo will be the school's seventh president, bringing more than 30 years of leadership experience. She is certified as a professional accountant with her career spanning industries including manufacturing,
- [Former Facebook and Nike diversity manager in U.S. sentenced to over five years for $5 million fraud](https://hrnewscanada.com/former-facebook-and-nike-diversity-manager-in-u-s-sentenced-to-over-five-years-for-5-million-fraud/) - Barbara Furlow-Smiles, a former diversity program manager at Facebook and Nike, has been sentenced to five years and three months in federal prison for orchestrating a scheme that defrauded the two companies of over $5 million. The sentencing, announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia, concluded a series of fraudulent
- [Employers urged to tap into underutilized talent pool of people with disabilities: BHER report](https://hrnewscanada.com/employers-urged-to-tap-into-underutilized-talent-pool-of-people-with-disabilities-bher-report/) - The Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) has released a new report detailing employer perspectives on hiring persons with disabilities (PwDs), underscoring the need for more inclusive workplaces in Canada. Despite advancements in education and work readiness among PwDs, they remain an underutilized talent pool, it said. The report, developed in partnership with the Canadian
- [TD Bank Group announces 2024 recipients of Indigenous Scholarship Program](https://hrnewscanada.com/td-bank-group-announces-2024-recipients-of-indigenous-scholarship-program/) - TD Bank Group, in collaboration with AFOA Canada, has unveiled the 25 recipients of the 2024 TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples. The chosen students, hailing from First Nation, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada, will receive financial support to further their post-secondary education. Doris Bear, Vice President of Indigenous Banking at TD, expressed pride in
- [Saskatoon basketball director nets 19 months’ pay, court blocks independent contractor claim](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatoon-basketball-director-nets-19-months-pay-court-blocks-independent-contractor-claim/) - The former executive-director of the Saskatoon Minor Basketball Association (SMBA) has been awarded 19 months’ salary in compensation for termination after a court concluded she was an employee — and not an independent contractor. R.M., who started working for SMBA in late 2004 or early 2005, held various positions over her tenure, ultimately becoming the
- [Ottawa launches new immigration pilots to attract skilled workers to rural, Francophone communities](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-launches-new-immigration-pilots-to-attract-skilled-workers-to-rural-francophone-communities/) - In a bid to address the economic and demographic challenges faced by rural and Francophone minority communities, the Government of Canada is launching two new immigration pilots this fall. These initiatives aim to attract skilled workers to bolster local economies and support community growth. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the opening
- [Oakville Toyota fined $60,000 after worker's hair caught in vehicle's drive shaft during servicing](https://hrnewscanada.com/oakville-toyota-fined-60000-after-workers-hair-caught-in-vehicles-drive-shaft-during-servicing/) - Oakville Toyota has been fined $60,000 following a workplace injury that occurred in February 2022. The penalty was imposed after the company pleaded guilty to charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The incident took place on Feb. 5, 2022, at Oakville Toyota’s service centre. A journeyperson automotive technician, along with two apprentices, was
- [United Auto Workers’ defeat at Mercedes’ Alabama plants underscores challenges for organized labor in Southern states](https://hrnewscanada.com/united-auto-workers-defeat-at-mercedes-alabama-plants-underscores-challenges-for-organized-labor-in-southern-states/) - By Stephen J. Silvia, American University School of International Service A majority of the workers at two Mercedes plants near Tuscaloosa, Alabama, rejected an opportunity to join the United Auto Workers union in an election that concluded on May 17, 2024. UAW supporters lost 2,642 to 2,045, just one month after the workers at a
- [Nurses, health-care professionals at Ontario nursing homes awarded 11.5% wage hike by arbitrator](https://hrnewscanada.com/nurses-health-care-professionals-at-ontario-nursing-homes-awarded-11-5-wage-hike-by-arbitrator/) - Registered nurses (RNs) and health-care professionals working in Ontario's nursing homes are set to receive an 11.5% salary increase over the next two years. This arbitration decision, announced by the Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA), marks the most substantial wage increase for these professionals in over three decades, it said in a press release. The new
- [Avature launches new chatbot to improve job search experience for website visitors](https://hrnewscanada.com/avature-launches-new-chatbot-to-improve-job-search-experience-for-website-visitors/) - Avature, a provider of Human Capital Management (HCM) software, has announced the launch of the Avature Chatbot, a new feature designed to enhance user experiences throughout the talent lifecycle. The Avature Chatbot utilizes AI-enabled semantic technology developed in-house, moving beyond traditional chatbots that rely on predefined workflows and keyword matching. This new chatbot engages users
- [The ‘Dark Triad’ and Donald Trump: What sends some to the C-suite and others to prison](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-dark-triad-and-donald-trump-what-sends-some-to-the-c-suite-and-others-to-prison/) - By Bill Danielsen, Royal Roads University Every day there are headlines about Donald Trump’s many legal woes. At his ongoing criminal trial in a Manhattan courthouse, the former president of the United States is accused of the inappropriate use of campaign funds to cover up a sexual relationship with former adult film actress Stormy Daniels.
- [Axonify unveils frontline employee engagement suite at ATD 2024](https://hrnewscanada.com/axonify-unveils-frontline-employee-engagement-suite-at-atd-2024/) - Waterloo, Ont.-based Axonify has introduced its new Frontline Employee Engagement Suite, aimed at addressing employee engagement challenges and improving frontline productivity and performance. Announced at the ATD 2024 conference, this suite is part of the Axonify Frontline Enablement Solution and focuses on helping workers feel competent, confident, and comfortable in their roles. The release of
- [Saskatchewan teachers and government say they've reached tentative agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-teachers-and-government-say-theyve-reached-tentative-agreement/) - Saskatchewan's teachers and the provincial government say they've reached a tentative agreement on a new contract after months of sparring. Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation president Samantha Becotte says executive leadership is recommending members accept the offer. Becotte says the government has moved on addressing classroom sizes, additional student supports and salaries. She declined to provide further
- [Chicago Tribune staffers' unequal pay lawsuit claims race and sex discrimination](https://hrnewscanada.com/chicago-tribune-staffers-unequal-pay-lawsuit-claims-race-and-sex-discrimination/) - The Chicago Tribune is being sued by some of its staffers, who say they and other women and Black journalists are being paid less than their white male counterparts. The complaint filed Thursday in federal court in Chicago also names Tribune Publishing Co. and Alden Global Capital, which took control of the Tribune in 2021. Attorneys for
- [Out with the old: Blue- and white-collar job labels aren’t cutting it anymore](https://hrnewscanada.com/out-with-the-old-blue-and-white-collar-job-labels-arent-cutting-it-anymore/) - By Nachum Gabler, Dalhousie University The old way of classifying jobs as blue- or white-collar is no longer relevant in Canada’s modern labour market. Our 21st century economy and workforce are too complex to boil jobs and work categories down to a simple blue- or white-collar contrast. The first use of white collar to describe
- [Ontario court confirms labour arbitrators share concurrent jurisdiction with human rights tribunal](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-court-confirms-labour-arbitrators-share-concurrent-jurisdiction-with-human-rights-tribunal/) - By Cameron Miller | Sherrard Kuzz LLP In Weilgosh v London District Catholic School Board,[1]the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Divisional Court) confirmed that labour arbitrators share concurrent jurisdiction with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (“Tribunal”) over human rights disputes that arise under a collective agreement. The decision is significant because, in 2021, a
- [Funds and training won't stop current rural paramedic burnout in Manitoba: union](https://hrnewscanada.com/funds-and-training-wont-stop-current-rural-paramedic-burnout-in-manitoba-union/) - The province said this week they are making investments to get more paramedics working in rural and northern areas, but the president of the union that represents rural paramedics says more still needs to be done to stop the ongoing staff shortages that continue to plague rural communities. “Manitoba is still burning out paramedics due
- [Unionized LifeLabs workers in Simcoe County ratify three-year collective agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/unionized-lifelabs-workers-in-simcoe-county-ratify-three-year-collective-agreement/) - After 13 days on the picket line and over a year in bargaining, LifeLabs workers in OPSEU Local 389 voted to ratify their new collective agreement, according to a press release issued by the union. "This employer tried to wait out LifeLabs workers and pit part-time and full-time staff against each other – but we showed
- [Buckhorn Sand & Gravel fined $200,000 for workplace fatality, injury at limestone quarry](https://hrnewscanada.com/buckhorn-sand-gravel-fined-200000-for-workplace-fatality-injury-at-limestone-quarry/) - Buckhorn Sand & Gravel Inc., a company based in Trent Lakes, Ont., has been fined $200,000 following a workplace incident that resulted in the death of one worker and critical injuries to another. The incident occurred at the company's limestone quarry on Bass Line Road in Bobcaygeon on May 10, 2022. The fine was imposed
- [Construction company, director fined $117,500 for fatal workplace accident in Aylmer, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/construction-company-director-fined-117500-for-fatal-workplace-accident-in-aylmer-ont/) - VanHeughten Contractors Inc. and its director, Kyle VanHeughten, have been fined a total of $117,500 following the death of a worker who fell from a roof at a construction site. The incident occurred on March 4, 2022, at a construction project located at 51235 Chalet Line in Aylmer. According to the Ministry of Labour, Immigration,
- [Students with dyslexia face challenges transitioning to the workplace, but with support they can thrive](https://hrnewscanada.com/students-with-dyslexia-face-challenges-transitioning-to-the-workplace-but-with-support-they-can-thrive/) - By Sarah Rahimi, Concordia University Transitioning from university to the workplace is a critical period in anyone’s life, but it can be especially challenging for students with dyslexia. While academic settings often offer accommodations for people with dyslexia, professional environments often fall short on such support systems. Fortunately, there are strategic interventions that can be
- [Motorists and farmers urged to heed road safety this holiday weekend](https://hrnewscanada.com/motorists-and-farmers-urged-to-heed-road-safety-this-holiday-weekend/) - This May long weekend is always an eagerly anticipated event, but it also comes at a time when farmers are beginning the spring planting season. That means there will be more cars on the road in addition to tractors and other large farm equipment as farmers move between fields and farms to get their crops
- [Injured workers in New Brunswick to receive more financial help](https://hrnewscanada.com/injured-workers-in-new-brunswick-to-receive-more-financial-help/) - New Brunswickers who get injured on the job will soon get more money to help them get by. The Progressive Conservative government has introduced amendments to the Workers'Compensation Act and the Firefighters'Compensation Act that would give injured workers more financial help. The more generous payouts are supposed to be modest enough that they won't drain
- [These companies have laid off Canadian workers in 2024](https://hrnewscanada.com/these-companies-have-laid-off-canadian-workers-in-2024/) - Canadians are continuing to be laid off as part of a wave of job cuts that began in 2023 as companies assessed their operations after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic passed. Tech companies, retailers and more have all begun shedding members of their workforce in a bid to navigate the economic downturn. These are
- ['I am responsible for how we got here': Indeed CEO announces 1,000 layoffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/i-am-responsible-for-how-we-got-here-indeed-ceo-announces-1000-layoffs/) - Indeed, one of the leading employment websites, has announced a significant reduction in its workforce, with about 1,000 employees set to be laid off. The announcement was made by CEO Chris Hyams in a letter dated May 13 to employees. "I am sad to share the news that we have made the difficult decision to
- [Biden’s labour report card: Historian gives ‘Union Joe’ a higher grade than any president since FDR](https://hrnewscanada.com/bidens-labour-report-card-historian-gives-union-joe-a-higher-grade-than-any-president-since-fdr/) - By Erik Loomis, University of Rhode Island Joe Biden has pledged repeatedly to go further than any of his predecessors with his support for U.S. labor rights. “I intend to be the most pro-union president leading the most pro-union administration in American history,” Biden said at a White House meeting in September 2021 that brought
- [Guelph, Ont.-based cabinet maker fined $50,000 following workplace injury](https://hrnewscanada.com/guelph-ont-based-cabinet-maker-fined-50000-following-workplace-injury/) - BND Woodworking Inc., a cabinet manufacturing company based in Guelph, Ont., has been fined $50,000 following a workplace accident that resulted in critical injuries to a worker. The incident, which occurred on March 2, 2023, involved a saw blade and exposed a failure to maintain equipment as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- [Saskatchewan unveils new incentives to attract, retain health-care professionals](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-unveils-new-incentives-to-attract-retain-health-care-professionals/) - Saskatchewan has announced additional incentives as part of its ongoing Health Human Resources (HHR) Action Plan aimed at recruiting, training, and retaining healthcare professionals in the province. The plan, which continues to make progress, is a strategic effort to strengthen the health system and support both current and future health professionals. Health Minister Everett Hindley
- [Outdoor workers beware: Black bears are emerging from their dens](https://hrnewscanada.com/outdoor-workers-beware-black-bears-are-emerging-from-their-dens/) - As warmer weather arrives, Saskatchewan residents are being reminded to stay vigilant and bear-aware while outdoors. With black bears emerging from their dens in search of food, the provincial government has issued guidelines to minimize human-bear conflicts. Black bears are widespread throughout the province, with sightings common in the northern forests as well as regions
- [Medical clinic engaged in prohibited action when it fired worker who reported sexual harassment, physical assaults](https://hrnewscanada.com/medical-clinic-engaged-in-prohibited-action-when-it-fired-worker-who-reported-sexual-harassment-physical-assaults/) - A medical clinic in British Columbia engaged in prohibited action against a worker after it fired her for making a workplace-safety related complaint, the Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal (WCAT) has ruled — upholding an earlier decision. The case involved a worker who alleged she was dismissed from her position in November 2020 after raising concerns
- [Feeling the crunch: Survey reveals challenges faced by 'sandwich generation' in Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/feeling-the-crunch-survey-reveals-challenges-faced-by-sandwich-generation-in-canada/) - A new survey by Ipsos, commissioned by HomeEquity Bank, highlights the significant struggles and sacrifices made by the "Sandwich Generation" in Canada. This demographic, consisting of adults aged 25 to 65 who care for both their children and aging parents, is grappling with the dual pressures of caregiving and career management. The survey sheds light
- [Mandating a $20 per hour living wage could threaten nearly 600,000 small businesses: CFIB](https://hrnewscanada.com/mandating-a-20-per-hour-living-wage-could-threaten-nearly-600000-small-businesses-cfib/) - A recent report from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) suggests that implementing a $20 per hour living wage across Canada could significantly strain the economy and jeopardize the profitability of nearly 600,000 small businesses. The study raises concerns about the efficacy of minimum and living wage policies in addressing the country's affordability crisis.
- [IRIS Software Group acquires Swipeclock to expand U.S. SMB market offerings](https://hrnewscanada.com/iris-software-group-acquires-swipeclock-to-expand-u-s-smb-market-offerings/) - IRIS Software Group, a global provider of accounting and payroll solutions, has announced its acquisition of Swipeclock, a leader in workforce management solutions for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the United States. The deal, which aims to accelerate Swipeclock's product innovation and enhance IRIS' Human Capital Management (HCM) suite, marks a significant expansion of
- [TD launches generative AI pilots for customer support and engineering](https://hrnewscanada.com/td-launches-generative-ai-pilots-for-customer-support-and-engineering/) - TD Bank Group (TD) has announced the initiation of two generative AI pilots aimed at enhancing customer experiences in its contact centers and expediting the coding workflow for its engineering teams. Luke Gee, Head of AI and Analytics at TD, highlighted the transformative potential of generative AI. "Generative AI is transformative; its potential to revolutionize
- [Hospital workers in northern Ontario, represented by Unifor, ink new deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/hospital-workers-in-northern-ontario-represented-by-unifor-ink-new-deal/) - Unifor has negotiated a new collective agreement for hospital workers in northern Ontario. The deal, ratified after a bargaining round with the Ontario Hospital Association, includes wage increases and enhanced benefits. Lana Payne, Unifor’s National President, described the agreement as a "significant victory" for hospital workers, who have consistently advocated for fair compensation and better
- [G-P, ADP strengthen partnership to streamline global employment solutions](https://hrnewscanada.com/g-p-adp-strengthen-partnership-to-streamline-global-employment-solutions/) - G-P (Globalization Partners) and ADP, two prominent players in the global employment and human capital management (HCM) sectors, have announced an expanded collaboration to enhance their offerings of Global Employer of Record (EOR), Contractor, and Global Payroll Solutions. This partnership aims to support organizations in navigating the complexities of global growth. With the increasing trend
- [TD Bank supports skills development in underrepresented communities](https://hrnewscanada.com/td-bank-supports-skills-development-in-underrepresented-communities/) - TD Bank Group (TD) has announced its support for two new initiatives aimed at enhancing the employability of underrepresented and underserved communities in North America. This effort is part of the TD Ready Commitment, a corporate citizenship platform designed to prepare individuals for the jobs of the future. The two organizations receiving new funding from
- [Saskatchewan teachers vote resounding 'no' to government offer](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-teachers-vote-resounding-no-to-government-offer/) - Teachers across the province have spoken, and the answer is a resounding ‘no’. A final offer put forward by the Government-Trustee Bargaining Commitee for a provincial bargaining agreement was flatly rejected. Almost all the teachers in Saskatchewan cast a vote (92.2 per cent), and of those, 90 per cent were in opposition of the offer.
- [Rippling introduces Performance Management system for HR professionals](https://hrnewscanada.com/rippling-introduces-performance-management-system-for-hr-professionals/) - Rippling, a workforce management platform, has announced the launch of its new Performance Management system. This addition aims to streamline global performance reviews, compensation processes, and employee development, allowing HR professionals to focus more on managing performance rather than administrative tasks. According to Rippling, the Performance Management system offers features such as 360º feedback, confidential
- [Gangs, throuples and kangaroo strikes: The 10 wildest HR calls received by Peninsula Group](https://hrnewscanada.com/gangs-throuples-and-kangaroo-strikes-the-10-wildest-hr-calls-received-by-peninsula-group/) - You could be forgiven for thinking that HR’s role is limited to hiring and firing. But there’s a lot more to it than that. And by a lot, we sure do mean a lot. In celebration of International HR Day on May 20, global HR advisory Peninsula Group has put together the top 10 wild
- [Unifor calls out Ontario over Bill 165, calls it a 'concern' for gas-sector workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-calls-out-ontario-over-bill-165-calls-it-a-concern-for-gas-sector-workers/) - Ontario's energy workers, represented by Unifor, have expressed serious concerns about the recently passed Bill 165, which they argue fails to adequately address methane leaks, increases operational costs, and leads to more union jobs being outsourced. "The failure to improve the government's legislation with amendments proposed by the people who work in the sector every
- [Centennial College secures top honours at Skills Ontario Competition for sixth consecutive year](https://hrnewscanada.com/centennial-college-secures-top-honours-at-skills-ontario-competition-for-sixth-consecutive-year/) - Centennial College has once again demonstrated its excellence in skilled trades and technologies education by winning The College Award of Distinction at the 2024 Skills Ontario Competition. This marks the sixth consecutive year the college has received this recognition, which is awarded to the institution with the highest overall performance based on competitor scores exceeding
- [5 thoughts for new college grads seeking to find the right balance between meaningful work and making money](https://hrnewscanada.com/5-thoughts-for-new-college-grads-seeking-to-find-the-right-balance-between-meaningful-work-and-making-money/) - By Christopher Wong Michaelson, University of St. Thomas and Jennifer Tosti-Kharas, Babson College The Class of 2024 had a college experience like no other, starting its first year during peak pandemic and graduating amid protests of the war in Gaza. Many of its graduates will be joining a working world that holds their future in
- [Difficult work arrangements force many women to stop breastfeeding early. Here’s how to prevent this](https://hrnewscanada.com/difficult-work-arrangements-force-many-women-to-stop-breastfeeding-early-heres-how-to-prevent-this/) - By Andini Pramono, Australian National University; Julie P. Smith, Australian National University, and Liana Leach, Australian National University Research shows that six months of exclusive breastfeeding, and continuing until two years old or beyond, provide multiple benefits for the baby and mother. It can prevent deaths both in infants and mothers – including in wealthy
- [Living beyond schizophrenia: The inspiring story of Chatham, Ont.-resident Gordon Chandler](https://hrnewscanada.com/living-beyond-schizophrenia-the-inspiring-story-of-chatham-ont-resident-gordon-chandler/) - Gordon Chandler is proof it's possible to live your best life after a mental health diagnosis. The Chatham resident, who lives with schizophrenia, hasn't let the illness hold him back and has worked hard to achieve a meaningful and purposeful lifestyle. "For those of you who don't know me, I have come a long way
- [Thessalon First Nation workers in Ontario attempting to unionize](https://hrnewscanada.com/thessalon-first-nation-workers-in-ontario-attempting-to-unionize/) - Employees of Thessalon First Nation (TFN) are applying to join the United Steelworkers, an action some allege is born of the poor treatment they've received from the current administration. While the deal to unionize has not been finalized, United Steelworkers co-ordinator Darlene Jalbert told The Sault Star this agreement would be the first of its
- [Unifor members at Sobeys in Sydney, N.S., ratify new collective agreement with wage hikes, signing bonuses](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-members-at-sobeys-in-sydney-n-s-ratify-new-collective-agreement-with-wage-hikes-signing-bonuses/) - Members of Unifor Local 1917 at the Sobeys store in Sydney, N.S., have ratified a new collective agreement. The five-year agreement includes wage hikes and bonuses for both full-time and part-time workers. Full-time clerks will see an hourly wage increase of $3.63 to $3.79 over the contract's duration, in addition to receiving a $2,000 signing
- [KBRS appoints Ryna Young as new regional head and DEI co-lead in Toronto](https://hrnewscanada.com/kbrs-appoints-ryna-young-as-new-regional-head-and-dei-co-lead-in-toronto-enhancing-leadership-and-diversity-initiatives/) - KBRS has announced the appointment of Ryna Young as its new Regional Head of Executive Search and Co-Lead for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), stationed in Toronto, Ontario. With more than 20 years of experience in executive search, Young offers extensive expertise in leadership solutions integration, bolstering KBRS's services in these critical areas. Andrea Forbes
- [Room Women's Network appoints Kerry Connelly as vice-president of business development](https://hrnewscanada.com/room-womens-network-appoints-kerry-connelly-as-vice-president-of-business-development/) - Room Women's Network has appointed Kerry Connelly as Vice President of Business Development. This announcement follows the recent acquisition of Women of Influence+ (WOI+) by More Room for Women Holdings, uniting two significant forces in promoting gender equity in the workplace. In her new role, Connelly will develop strategies to secure corporate partnerships, aiming to
- [83 cents on the dollar: Ontario's Pay Equity Office uncovers persistent gender pension gap](https://hrnewscanada.com/83-cents-on-the-dollar-ontarios-pay-equity-office-uncovers-persistent-gender-pension-gap/) - A new report by Ontario's Pay Equity Office has revealed a persistent gender pension gap. The research paper, "Understanding the Gender Pension Gap in Canada," authored by Dr. Elizabeth Shilton, highlights significant disparities between men and women in retirement income. According to the report, women receive only 83 cents for every dollar men receive in
- [Nunavut teen wins $1,000 prize for workplace safety video](https://hrnewscanada.com/nunavut-teen-wins-1000-prize-for-workplace-safety-video/) - After submitting the winning entry in a video contest a young Baker Lake videographer can upgrade his gear and include on his resumé that he’s an award-winning filmmaker. Daniel Tapatai, 17, was named the winner of the Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest, organized by the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission, which covers Nunavut and the Northwest
- [Manitoba Health advises public on protecting themselves during poor air quality in wildfire season](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-health-advises-public-on-protecting-themselves-during-poor-air-quality-in-wildfire-season/) - As the wildfire season progresses, Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care is urging residents to stay informed about local weather and air-quality conditions and take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the effects of wildfire smoke. Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to symptoms such as sore eyes, tearing, coughing, and a runny nose. It
- [Alberta Sheriffs intensify commercial vehicle inspections during International Roadcheck](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-sheriffs-intensify-commercial-vehicle-inspections-during-international-roadcheck/) - The Alberta Sheriffs are set to increase commercial vehicle inspections from May 14 to 16 as part of the annual International Roadcheck, a three-day safety campaign organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The initiative, conducted across North America, aims to ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations among commercial vehicle operators. During this
- [Asbestos protocols stall Rotary Club work at Kings County Memorial Hospital in P.E.I.](https://hrnewscanada.com/asbestos-protocols-stall-rotary-club-work-at-kings-county-memorial-hospital-in-p-e-i/) - The Rotary Club of Montague and Eastern PEI purchased 40 TVs and headsets for in-patients at Kings County Memorial Hospital but they have remained in storage since February. Installation is held up until a contractor can ensure the process won’t disrupt any asbestos that might exist within the walls. “KCMH is an old hospital,” said
- [Ontario to change how it compensates injured migrant workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-change-how-it-compensates-injured-migrant-workers/) - Ontario will revamp how it compensates injured migrant workers. Workplace Safety and Insurance Board president Jeff Lang says the changes affect how the board pays a worker who cannot return to a job due to injury, but is able to work elsewhere. The WSIB pays workers 85 per cent of their salary if they are
- [Unifor withdraws Amazon union applications, citing 'suspiciously high' employee data](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-withdraws-amazon-union-applications-citing-suspiciously-high-employee-data/) - Unifor says it's temporarily withdrawing its applications to represent workers at two Vancouver-area Amazon facilities, accusing the e-commerce giant of providing a “suspiciously high” employee count. The union announced last week it had filed two applications with the B.C. Labour Relations Board to represent workers at fulfilment centres in New Westminster and Delta. "We're not
- [Solving shortage of construction workers key to housing growth: experts](https://hrnewscanada.com/solving-shortage-of-construction-workers-key-to-housing-growth-experts/) - Solving a longstanding construction worker shortage will be key to boosting housing supply, experts say, as Canada's national housing agency continues to forecast housing start levels that fall short of growing demand. The growing construction labour shortage was cited by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. as one of three factors contributing to longer construction
- [Labour leader urges unions to expose Poilievre's working-class overtures as 'fraud'](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-leader-urges-unions-to-expose-poilievres-working-class-overtures-as-fraud/) - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is a "fraud" for portraying himself as a friend of the working class, the head of the country's largest labour organization said Thursday, urging unions to do everything they can to expose him before the next federal election. Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske delivered her call to arms as union
- [Workplace safety officials investigating truck driver death at Port of Montreal](https://hrnewscanada.com/workplace-safety-officials-investigating-truck-driver-death-at-port-of-montreal/) - Montreal's port authority says a man has died after an apparent accident at one of its wharves. Port of Montreal spokesperson Renée Larouche says the authority was notified of an accident involving a truck driver at the Viau shipping terminal northeast of downtown at around 2 p.m. on Friday. Police and emergency services were called
- [Loblaw-owned Dominion grocery workers' new deal an 'important victory': expert](https://hrnewscanada.com/loblaw-owned-dominion-grocery-workers-new-deal-an-important-victory-expert/) - Unifor has achieved an "important victory" after grocery workers at 11 Loblaw-owned Dominion stores in Newfoundland ratified a new deal Monday, a labour expert said. After setting a precedent with a Metro strike in the Toronto area last year, "it looks like Unifor has successfully extended the pattern to the East Coast," said Adam King,
- [TELUS president Darren Entwistle to receive his entirely salary in shares going forward](https://hrnewscanada.com/telus-president-darren-entwistle-to-receive-his-entirely-salary-in-shares-going-forward/) - TELUS President and CEO Darren Entwistle has announced that he will indefinitely receive his entire salary in shares. This decision comes on the heels of TELUS reporting strong financial results and industry-leading customer additions. Entwistle's choice to forgo a cash salary in favour of shares is a demonstration of his belief in the company's strength
- [Highway enforcement officers in N.L. join International Roadcheck for vehicle inspections](https://hrnewscanada.com/highway-enforcement-officers-in-n-l-join-international-roadcheck-for-vehicle-inspections/) - Highway enforcement officers across Newfoundland and Labrador will participate in the International Roadcheck Initiative from May 14 to 16, joining law enforcement agencies from Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This annual event, organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), aims to enhance regulatory compliance through a series of inspections and enforcement activities targeting
- [Provincial, territorial ministers urge reversal of federal workforce training cuts](https://hrnewscanada.com/provincial-territorial-ministers-urge-reversal-of-federal-workforce-training-cuts/) - In an emergency meeting held on May 7, provincial and territorial labour market ministers expressed deep concern over the Federal Government's recent decision to cut $625 million from workforce training programs. The funding cut, announced in the Federal Budget 2024, is expected to significantly impact sectors already facing labor shortages, including construction, child care, and
- [Toronto dairy company fined $110,000 after worker suffers severe burns](https://hrnewscanada.com/toronto-dairy-company-fined-110000-after-worker-suffers-severe-burns/) - Lactalis Canada Inc., a Toronto-based dairy products manufacturer, has been fined $110,000 following a workplace injury that left an employee with severe burns. The incident occurred on March 29, 2023, at the company’s facility in Mitchell, Ont. The penalty was imposed after Lactalis Canada Inc. pleaded guilty in the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford.
- [Saskatchewan government and SGEU reach tentative agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-government-and-sgeu-reach-tentative-agreement/) - The Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees' Union (SGEU) have reached a tentative agreement, pending a ratification vote by union members in the coming weeks. This agreement will cover the period from October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2025. Minister Responsible for the Public Service Commission, Dustin Duncan, expressed satisfaction with
- [Scotiabank named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for fifth consecutive year](https://hrnewscanada.com/scotiabank-named-one-of-the-best-workplaces-in-canada-for-fifth-consecutive-year/) - Scotiabank has been named one of the Best Workplaces in Canada for the fifth consecutive year by the Great Place to Work Institute. This recognition is based on employee feedback, which highlights key workplace attributes such as credibility, trust, respect, fairness, pride, and camaraderie. "We strive to be the employer of choice by creating a
- [Kitco Metals Inc. named one of Canada’s best workplaces](https://hrnewscanada.com/kitco-metals-inc-named-one-of-canadas-best-workplaces/) - Kitco Metals Inc. has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Canada, ranking number 43 on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Canada List. This acknowledgment will be featured in a Special National Report in The Globe and Mail on April 26, 2024. Bart Kitner, President of Kitco Metals, attributes this recognition
- [Trudeau heading to Philadelphia to speak at union convention, touts strong U.S.-Canada relationship](https://hrnewscanada.com/trudeau-heading-to-philadelphia-to-speak-at-union-convention-touts-strong-u-s-canada-relationship/) - Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced plans to travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 21, 2024, to attend the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Quadrennial North American Convention. The visit aims to bolster the Canada-U.S. relationship, particularly in cross-border trade. Trudeau, invited by SEIU to address the convention, will focus on efforts to create middle-class jobs,
- [Unifor members ratify four-year deal with CN Transportation](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-members-ratify-four-year-deal-with-cn-transportation/) - Unifor members working for CN Transportation Ltd. (CNTL) have ratified a new four-year contract, securing improvements in working conditions and compensation. “This was a challenging round of bargaining, but the outcome for the membership is an agreement that sets a new standard for fair and equitable labour practices in this sector,” said Unifor National President
- [CoachHub introduces AI Coaching Companion to enhance employee experience](https://hrnewscanada.com/coachhub-introduces-ai-coaching-companion-to-enhance-employee-experience/) - CoachHub, a digital coaching platform, has launched its AI Coaching Companion, an innovative tool designed to support employees between coaching sessions. This feature is integrated into the CoachHub app on Microsoft Teams, enabling continuous access for users. The AI Coaching Companion offers several key features: Guidance on Concrete Situations: It provides a secure space for
- [Mexican government failing to provide decent jobs for vulnerable youth – leaving the door open to cartel recruitment](https://hrnewscanada.com/mexican-government-failing-to-provide-decent-jobs-for-vulnerable-youth-leaving-the-door-open-to-cartel-recruitment/) - By Raul Zepeda Gil, University of Oxford Mexico’s “war on drugs” began in 2006, when the newly elected president, Felipe Calderón, ordered thousands of troops onto the streets in an attempt to combat drug violence. The results have been disastrous. The government’s military operations have forced drug cartels to recruit intensively to protect their trafficking
- [Who's really on the hook for pension plan losses?](https://hrnewscanada.com/whos-really-on-the-hook-for-pension-plan-losses/) - A long simmering dispute between the Higgs provincial government in New Brunswick and the Canadian Union of Public Employees came to a boil this week as both sides battled it out in court over whether the pensions of 16,000 workers and retirees should be converted to a cheaper plan. The injunction sought by the union,
- [Striking workers at Township of Black River-Matheson in Ontario reject agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/striking-workers-at-township-of-black-river-matheson-in-ontario-reject-agreement/) - After reaching a tentative deal with the township last week, striking Matheson workers have voted to reject the agreement. On May 10, CUPE Local 1490 released an announcement with the news of its decision to reject the town's offer. “We are continuing to stand up for our principles and our values to achieve an agreement
- [Do you feel like you belong at work? Here’s why it’s so important for your health, happiness and productivity](https://hrnewscanada.com/do-you-feel-like-you-belong-at-work-heres-why-its-so-important-for-your-health-happiness-and-productivity/) - By Nilufar Ahmed, University of Bristol We all want to feel like we belong. Psychologists have known this for a long time, describing belonging as a fundamental human need that brings meaning to our lives. Traditionally, this need was filled by family and community networks. But as society becomes more individualised, with many people moving
- [U.S. is way stingier with maternity leave and child care than the rest of the world](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-is-way-stingier-with-maternity-leave-and-child-care-than-the-rest-of-the-world/) - By Joya Misra, UMass Amherst In most American families led by couples, both parents are in the workforce. Almost three-quarters of American mothers with children under 18 work. At the same time, nearly 1 in 4 U.S. children are being raised by single moms. Yet child care is generally unaffordable, and paid leave is not
- [Canada is falling behind its peers in terms of living standards — can it catch up?](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-is-falling-behind-its-peers-in-terms-of-living-standards-can-it-catch-up/) - By Felix Arndt, University of Guelph Canada, once admired for its robust economic health and high living standards, now faces a worrying decline. The nation’s gross domestic product (GDP) per capita growth trails its peers in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), while Canadian workers clock more hours for less output. Business investment
- [McLean & Company outlines path to skilled-based organizations amid rising interest](https://hrnewscanada.com/mclean-company-outlines-path-to-skilled-based-organizations-amid-rising-interest/) - McLean & Company, a global HR research and advisory firm, has released a new guide for HR leaders, indicating that the transition to a skills-based organization, while beneficial, requires significant effort and realistic planning beyond mere updates to current practices. The guide, titled "What It Means to Become a Skills-Based Organization," suggests that while a
- [New documentary sheds light on the plight of temporary foreign workers in Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-documentary-sheds-light-on-the-plight-of-temporary-foreign-workers-in-canada/) - A new documentary titled "My Friend Omar: The Battle of a Seasonal Worker," now available on CBC Gem and ICI Tou.TV, highlights the struggles faced by temporary foreign workers in Canada, particularly those bound by closed work permits. Directed by Christian de la Cortina and produced by Vanessa Caceres, with associate producers Frank Baylis and
- [Venterra Realty make Best Workplaces in Canada list for third straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/venterra-realty-make-best-workplaces-in-canada-list-for-third-straight-year/) - Venterra Realty has once again been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces in Canada, marking the third consecutive year the company has earned this distinction. The acknowledgment is based on feedback from employees who participated in the Canada Great Place to Work survey, which draws on the experiences of half a million workers across
- [Union certified at Amazon warehouse in Quebec by Administrative Labour Tribunal](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-certified-at-amazon-warehouse-in-quebec-by-administrative-labour-tribunal/) - A Quebec-based union says its application to represent hundreds of Amazon.com Inc. workers at a warehouse in the province has been certified by the province's Administrative Labour Tribunal. The Confédération des syndicats nationaux says it's the first time in Canada that employees have unionized at an Amazon warehouse. However, the union says it expects Amazon
- [Ontario's need for nurses, PSWs to top 33K and 50K by 2032: document](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontarios-need-for-nurses-psws-to-top-33k-and-50k-by-2032-document/) - Ontario will need 33,200 more nurses and 50,853 more personal support workers by 2032, the government projects — figures it tried to keep secret but were obtained by The Canadian Press. The government recently won a fight in front of the Information and Privacy Commissioner to keep those figures under wraps after denying access to
- [For moms-to-be, it's possible to take maternity leave without breaking the bank](https://hrnewscanada.com/for-moms-to-be-its-possible-to-take-maternity-leave-without-breaking-the-bank/) - Pregnancy is often an exciting and anxious time for parents-to-be. And while painting the nursery and choosing a stroller are typically on the agenda, experts say preparing financially for a maternity leave can help reduce stress later on as well. The first step is to figure out what the months after the baby is born
- [Report shows decline of injury rate in Nova Scotia workplaces, rise in mental trauma](https://hrnewscanada.com/report-shows-decline-of-injury-rate-in-nova-scotia-workplaces-rise-in-mental-trauma/) - The rate of injury to Nova Scotia workers continued to decline in 2023 and is down to half the rate recorded 20 years ago, a new report has found. The Nova Scotia Workers’ Compensation Board says the time-loss injury rate improved to 1.4 injuries per 100 covered workers in 2023, down from 1.54 logged in
- [WestJet Encore pilots reject tentative deal; airline says no impact on operations](https://hrnewscanada.com/westjet-encore-pilots-reject-tentative-deal-airline-says-no-impact-on-operations/) - The union representing WestJet Encore pilots says its members rejected the tentative deal reached last month, with just over half voting the agreement down. The union says despite improvements to compensation and scheduling, the pilots wanted to see more action from WestJet to address ongoing issues with pilot recruitment, retention and morale. WestJet says it
- [B.C. enhances worker health and safety standards in mining sector](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-enhances-worker-health-and-safety-standards-in-mining-sector/) - British Columbia has taken steps to bolster worker health and safety in the mining sector through recent amendments to the Health, Safety and Reclamation Code for Mines. The revisions, which came into effect in April 2024, aim to mitigate risks associated with airborne contaminants, machinery, and potential drowning hazards on mine sites. The regulatory amendments
- [Alberta announces major funding boost for child, youth mental health services](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-announces-major-funding-boost-for-child-youth-mental-health-services/) - The Alberta government, in collaboration with CASA Mental Health, has committed $148 million to enhance mental health services for children and youth across the province. This investment marks a significant expansion in support structures, including the construction of new live-in treatment facilities and an increase in the number of specialized classrooms. Premier Danielle Smith emphasized
- [Immigrants and international students: Adding rich culture to our colourful human tapestry](https://hrnewscanada.com/immigrants-and-international-students-adding-rich-culture-to-our-colourful-human-tapestry/) - Harkirat Singh is a 24-year-old international student hailing from the Punjab state of India. He’s known to his family and friends as Anmol, which means “priceless.” Anmol recently made the decision to move to Niverville from south Winnipeg, where until the spring he attended classes at the University of Manitoba. In June, he will graduate
- [Alcohol screening now mandatory for all drivers on GTA highways](https://hrnewscanada.com/alcohol-screening-now-mandatory-for-all-drivers-on-gta-highways/) - In what it says are its strongest measures yet to get drunk drivers off the road, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says Markham, Stouffville, and other drivers on GTA highways will now have to undergo a breath sample when pulled over. As part of every traffic stop on the QEW, highways 407, 403, and 401,
- [Study on mental, physical health of Northwestern Ontario workers and employers could become 'powerful tool for change'](https://hrnewscanada.com/study-on-mental-physical-health-of-northwestern-ontario-workers-and-employers-could-become-powerful-tool-for-change/) - An ongoing survey seeking feedback from Northwestern Ontario workers and employers about the state of mental and physical health on the job has already received more than 735 responses from 38 workplaces since it began last fall. The Enhancing the Prevention of Injury and Disability at Work Research Institute says it continues to widen its
- [Forced rehab isn't dragging 'people in off the street': minister](https://hrnewscanada.com/forced-rehab-isnt-dragging-people-in-off-the-street-minister/) - A New Brunswick cabinet minister is pledging to bring back a bill to force people with serious drug addictions into rehab and blames the media for spreading false information about how it would work. Sherry Wilson, the minister responsible for addictions and mental health services, told reporters at the legislature the move last week to
- [Labour board to review safety concerns of potential rail strike, delay a possibility](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-board-to-review-safety-concerns-of-potential-rail-strike-delay-a-possibility/) - The federal government is asking a labour tribunal to review whether a strike by rail workers would jeopardize Canadians' health and safety. Prompted by concerns from industry groups, the request to the Canada Industrial Relations Board from Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan may push back a potential work stoppage that could otherwise start less than two
- [Feds, provinces meet to brainstorm ways to shrink number of temporary residents in Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/feds-provinces-meet-to-brainstorm-ways-to-shrink-number-of-temporary-residents-in-canada/) - Federal and provincial ministers are meeting in Montreal Friday to hash out how to shrink the number of temporary residents in Canada. Immigration Minister Marc Miller is expected to meet with his provincial and territorial counterparts in person for the first time since he announced an unprecedented plan to set limits on the number of
- [Unemployment rate unchanged at 6.1 per cent, modest employment gains reported in April: Statistics Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/unemployment-rate-unchanged-6-1-per-cent-modest-employment-gains-reported-in-april-statistics-canada/) - In April, Canada's job market exhibited a modest uptick with the addition of 90,000 jobs, marking a 0.4% increase from the previous month. However, the unemployment rate remained steady at 6.1%, according to the latest data from Statistics Canada. The employment rate held constant at 61.4%, maintaining its level following a six-month period of decline.
- [As summer wildfire season nears, Quebec forest fire workers vote for strike mandate](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-summer-wildfire-season-nears-quebec-forest-fire-workers-vote-for-strike-mandate/) - Workers with Quebec's forest fire agency have voted 99 per cent in favour of a strike mandate as the summer wildfire season approaches. The Unifor union, which represents provincial fire service workers including firefighters, communications staff and mechanics, says the mandate allows members to strike "at the opportune moment." Workers with the fire service —
- [Nova Scotia reports decrease in workplace injuries, rate is half of what it was in 2003](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-reports-decrease-in-workplace-injuries-rate-is-half-of-what-it-was-in-2003/) - The latest report from WCB Nova Scotia, released during national Safety and Health Week, reveals a continuing decline in the impact of workplace injuries across the province. The "Impact of Workplace Injury Report for 2023" shows a significant reduction in the time-loss injury rate, which fell to 1.40 injuries per 100 covered workers in 2023,
- [On call: One in four workers required to work on short notice, says Statistics Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/on-call-one-in-four-workers-required-to-work-on-short-notice-says-statistics-canada/) - Statistics Canada's recent data reveals an interesting aspect of the Canadian workforce: More than one in four workers (28.4%) are required to either come into work or connect to a work device at short notice multiple times a month. This requirement is more prevalent among men, with 30.5% facing these demands, compared to 26.2% of
- [Game changer: A labour group in Québec is pushing for a province-wide video game workers’ union](https://hrnewscanada.com/game-changer-a-labour-group-in-quebec-is-pushing-for-a-province-wide-video-game-workers-union/) - By Michael Iantorno, Concordia University Two labour organizations in Québec, Game Workers Unite (GWU) Montréal and the trade union Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN), have announced they’re partnering for a union drive. Their goal is an ambitious one: to create a province-wide union for workers in the video game industry. Québecers are likely familiar with
- [NDP opposition in Saskatchewan calls on government to stop sabre-rattling with teachers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ndp-opposition-in-saskatchewan-calls-on-government-to-stop-sabre-rattling-with-teachers/) - Saskatchewan's Opposition NDP says the province needs to stop sabre-rattling with teachers over a new contract and just get the deal done. NDP Leader Carla Beck says Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill is fearmongering when he should be trying to reach an agreement. Beck's comments come as teachers complete the final day of voting on whether
- [Tourism workers union questions New Brunswick minister's European trip](https://hrnewscanada.com/tourism-workers-union-questions-new-brunswick-ministers-european-trip/) - The union representing staff in New Brunswick's Tourism Department says money spent by the tourism minister and her deputy on a European trip could have helped stave off staffing cuts at popular attractions in the province. At a news conference Thursday, CUPE Local 1190 president Jonathan Guimond said the $42,000 spent by Tourism Minister Tammy
- [Alberta allocates $1.5 Million in grants to support mental health of first responders](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-allocates-1-5-million-in-grants-to-support-mental-health-of-first-responders/) - Alberta's government has announced a new funding initiative aimed at supporting the mental health of first responders and emergency workers. A total of $1.5 million will be distributed to 13 non-profit organizations and six researchers through the Supporting Psychological Health in First Responders (SPHIFR) program. The program targets first responders and emergency workers who are
- [Why DEI in Canada struggles to uplift Black people](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-dei-in-canada-struggles-to-uplift-black-people/) - By Christopher Stuart Taylor, University of Waterloo Canada has a long history of trying to show that we are better than the United States when it comes to race relations. Yet, we also struggle with many of the same racial challenges. Antisemitism, Islamophobia, anti-Palestinian racism, anti-Indigenous racism and anti-Black racism continue to be the daily
- [Unifor calls for action from Rayonier, Quebec government amid Témiscaming plant closure](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-calls-from-action-from-rayonier-quebec-government-amid-temiscaming-plant-closure/) - Unifor has publicly criticized Rayonier Advanced Materials (RYAM) for its recent decision to suspend operations at its cellulose plant in Témiscaming, Que., a move that threatens 275 jobs and has sparked calls for government intervention. The decision, detailed in a May 7 press release from RYAM, is part of a strategy to facilitate the sale
- [The health-care crisis won’t be solved without addressing the elephant in the room: Staff workload](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-health-care-crisis-wont-be-solved-without-addressing-the-elephant-in-the-room-staff-workload/) - By Patrick Neumann, Toronto Metropolitan University and Sue Bookey-Bassett, Toronto Metropolitan University Excess workload has been identified as a root cause of the current health-care crisis in report, after report, after report. Excess workload for front-line staff like nurses contributes to fatigue, burnout, medical error and staff quitting. After heroically working under decades of austerity
- [Ottawa’s efforts to modernize regulations fail to prioritize public safety over profit](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawas-efforts-to-modernize-regulations-fail-to-prioritize-public-safety-over-profit/) - By Bruce Campbell, York University, Canada The federal government introduced a recurring annual regulatory modernization bill in 2019 covering all regulatory agencies, including energy, agriculture, transportation, health and telecommunications. The proposed legislation is currently in consultation with businesses, industry associations, academics and Canadians about key components of the bill’s latest version, including granting federal regulatory
- [Worker mobility key concern with changes to foreign worker program](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-mobility-key-concern-with-changes-to-foreign-worker-program/) - Proposed changes to Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program that will directly affect thousands of Niagara-on-the-Lake seasonal workers won’t come soon enough and don’t go far enough, says the head of one of Ontario’s leading advocacy groups for migrant workers. “The changes that are being floated aren’t going to come into effect until 2027,” said Syed
- [It's tick season: Manitoba issues reminder to be vigilant, take steps to prevent bites](https://hrnewscanada.com/its-tick-season-manitoba-issues-reminder-to-be-vigilant-take-steps-to-prevent-bites/) - Manitoba is reminding people to be vigilant about ticks, take steps to prevent bites and know when to seek treatment. Blacklegged ticks, often called deer ticks, are a risk to human health because they can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Powassan virus disease. These diseases can all be serious, particularly in older
- [Smart Serve Ontario launches campaign to support mental health of hospitality workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/smart-serve-ontario-launches-campaign-to-support-mental-health-of-hospitality-workers/) - Smart Serve Ontario has launched a campaign to combat mental health issues within the hospitality sector. The "Smart Serves Care" initiative has been developed in collaboration with Not 9 to 5, a non-profit dedicated to the mental well-being of hospitality workers, and GreenShield. It will offer free mental health services and education to individuals with
- [New study from Robert Half pinpoints escalating skills gap in Canada's tech sector](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-study-from-robert-half-pinpoints-escalating-skills-gap-in-canadas-tech-sector/) - A new report from Robert Half Canada Inc. underscores a growing challenge in the technology sector: significant skills gaps, which are now more pronounced than a year ago, according to 48% of tech leaders surveyed. The study, titled "Building Future-Forward Tech Teams," reflects the opinions of more than 180 technology directors and higher-level executives at
- [Ottawa announces new measure to support skilled temporary workers in Manitoba](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-announces-new-measure-to-support-skilled-temporary-workers-in-manitoba/) - Ottawa has announced a new policy aimed at supporting Manitoba’s skilled workforce. Under this new measure, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (IRCC) will extend temporary resident status for certain individuals who are currently under Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program and are facing expiring work permits in 2024. Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made the
- ['Unacceptable' that male-dominated industries exist: Ottawa kicks in nearly $1 million to support Build a Dream](https://hrnewscanada.com/unacceptable-that-male-dominated-industries-exists-ottawa-kicks-in-nearly-1-million-to-support-build-a-dream/) - The federal government is providing nearly $1 million in funding to challenge gender stereotypes and promote diversity in male-dominated industries. "With the evolving employment landscape, it is unacceptable that there continues to be male-dominated industries," states a press release from Women and Gender Equality Canada. Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth,
- [JD Saint-Martin appointed to board of directors at Workleap](https://hrnewscanada.com/jd-saint-martin-appointed-to-board-of-directors-at-workleap/) - Workleap, a major software company that enhances employee experiences for over 20,000 companies globally, announced the appointment of JD Saint-Martin to its Board of Directors. The addition of Saint-Martin comes after Workleap secured its first external investment of CA$125 million from CDPQ, marking a significant transition from its 17-year history as a bootstrapped entity. Saint-Martin,
- [Manitoba celebrates top journeypersons, adds $1.5 million for apprentice technical training](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-celebrates-top-journeypersons-adds-1-5-million-for-apprentice-technical-training/) - In a ceremony held at the Manitoba Legislative Building on May 7, the provincial government celebrated the accomplishments of 40 top-performing new journeypersons, acknowledging their excellence in trades and their significant contributions to Manitoba’s labour market. Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources Minister Jamie Moses highlighted the importance of trade skills and apprenticeships in
- [Transportation Safety Board releases findings from last year’s fatal float plane accident near Tahsis](https://hrnewscanada.com/transportation-safety-board-releases-findings-from-last-years-fatal-float-plane-accident-near-tahsis/) - Almost one year ago, in the early afternoon of June 20, a privately registered float-equipped aircraft was involved in a devastating and fatal crash on its way to a cabin 60 nautical miles northwest of Tofino/Long Beach Airport. On May 8, 2024, Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TBS) released its investigative report to determine what
- [Public service unions promise 'summer of discontent' over in-office policy](https://hrnewscanada.com/public-service-unions-promise-summer-of-discontent-over-in-office-policy/) - Public service unions say they'll launch further legal challenges and grievances over new rules that federal employees must work from the office at least three days a week. The unions are promising a "summer of discontent" over the policy, which was announced by the federal government earlier this month. Public Service Alliance of Canada president
- [Saskatchewan education minister considering school year extension amid teachers vote](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-education-minister-considering-school-year-extension-amid-teachers-vote/) - Saskatchewan's education minister is being accused of trying to influence a teachers vote after saying he's not ruling out extending the school year should educators reject his offer and take job action. Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation president Samantha Becotte says Jeremy Cockrill's remarks are disappointing as members decide whether they want to accept the deal. Teachers
- [Nenshi taking heat on labour record from fellow Alberta NDP leadership candidates](https://hrnewscanada.com/nenshi-taking-heat-on-labour-record-from-fellow-alberta-ndp-leadership-candidates/) - Candidates vying to be the next leader of Alberta’s Opposition NDP want answers from presumed front-runner Naheed Nenshi about a five-year-old letter that they say signals he is anti-union. In the letter obtained by The Canadian Press, Nenshi – when he was Calgary mayor in 2019 – urges the United Conservative Party government for help
- [Writers Guild of Canada reaches agreement with Canadian media producers](https://hrnewscanada.com/writers-guild-of-canada-reaches-agreement-with-canadian-media-producers/) - The Writers Guild of Canada and the Canadian Media Producers Association say they have reached an agreement that will avoid a screenwriters' strike if the deal is ratified. The two organizations jointly announced they have struck a new, three-year Independent Production Agreement that establishes the terms, conditions, and rates for writers, story editors and story
- [United Church pauses minister admissions to address racism in appointment process](https://hrnewscanada.com/united-church-pauses-minister-admissions-to-address-racism-in-appointment-process/) - Clergy from other denominations, and predominantly other countries, transfer into the United Church of Canada each year through a process known as admissions. Some ministers have found themselves waiting for years between being approved by the UCC and finding an appointment with a church, a hurdle experienced only by racialized ministers, according to Sarah Bruer,
- [Global business leaders see AI as critical yet worry about potential risks, G-P study finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/global-business-leaders-see-ai-as-critical-yet-worry-about-potential-risks-g-p-study-finds/) - A new study by G-P (Globalization Partners), a leader in the global employment market, has highlighted both the critical importance and the potential pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business operations worldwide. The report, titled "AI at Work: Unlocking Global Opportunities," reveals a mixed sentiment among business leaders regarding AI's role in maintaining competitiveness in
- [Women of Influence+ and Room Women's Network forge strategic partnership to boost leadership among women](https://hrnewscanada.com/women-of-influence-and-room-womens-network-forge-strategic-partnership-to-boost-leadership-among-women/) - Women of Influence+ (WOI+), a pivotal player in women’s empowerment in Canada, has announced a strategic alliance with Room Women's Network, a global organization dedicated to the advancement of senior executive and high-potential women. This partnership emerges following the acquisition of WOI+ by More Room for Women, the parent company of Room, aiming to catalyze
- [Medavie Blue Cross leads discussions on employee health at Benefits Together conferences](https://hrnewscanada.com/medavie-blue-cross-leads-discussions-on-employee-health-at-benefits-together-conferences/) - The recent conclusion of the annual Benefits Together Conferences, hosted by Medavie Blue Cross, marked another successful gathering of experts committed to fostering a healthier workforce across Canada. Held in Halifax, Toronto, and Montreal, the event attracted a diverse group of speakers, clients, advisors, and employees eager to exchange innovative ideas and best practices for
- [Borderless AI teams up with Nium to address inefficiencies in Employer of Record services](https://hrnewscanada.com/2469-2/) - Borderless AI, a provider of Employer of Record (EOR) services, has announced a partnership with Nium, a company specializing in real-time cross-border payment solutions. This collaboration aims to address common inefficiencies in the EOR sector by improving the speed, efficiency, and transparency of global employment and payroll services. Historically, the EOR process has been plagued
- [What if companies rewarded employees for their failures?](https://hrnewscanada.com/what-if-companies-rewarded-employees-for-their-failures/) - By Souad Brinette, EDC Paris Business School; Abdoulkarim Idi Cheffou, ISG International Business School, and Vesselina Tossan, Conservatoire national des arts et métiers (CNAM) A growing number of companies are encouraging their employees to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams in-house – a trend known as intrapreneurship. Some managers do this by providing workers with the financial,
- [Minimum wage for South African farm workers: Study shows 2013 hike helped reduce poverty even though compliance was poor](https://hrnewscanada.com/minimum-wage-for-south-african-farm-workers-study-shows-2013-hike-helped-reduce-poverty-even-though-compliance-was-poor/) - By Ihsaan Bassier, London School of Economics and Political Science and Vimal Ranchhod, University of Cape Town Minimum wage policies are typically aimed at reducing poverty. Yet there is little direct evidence of this effect, especially in developing countries. And none for South Africa. In a recent paper, we consider the income, employment and poverty
- [How the nursing shortage is affecting the health-care system, patients and nurses themselves](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-the-nursing-shortage-is-affecting-the-health-care-system-patients-and-nurses-themselves/) - By Lisa McKendrick Calder, MacEwan University; Leanne Topola, MacEwan University, and Tanya Heuver, MacEwan University If you worry that there are not enough health-care providers to meet health needs, you are not alone. Seventy per cent of Canadians worry about access to care. One factor affecting health-care access is a global nursing shortage. The increasing
- [Questions raised about plan to create Nova Scotia corps of emergency volunteers](https://hrnewscanada.com/questions-raised-about-plan-to-create-nova-scotia-corps-of-emergency-volunteers/) - A former fire chief says he has concerns about Nova Scotia's plan to create a volunteer corps of civilians to provide help during major emergencies. Terry Canning, a director with the Fire Service Association of Nova Scotia, told a legislative committee today that plans to establish the Nova Scotia Guard sound like a good idea,
- ['Painful decision': Newfoundland and Labrador scraps job grant, blames funding reduction from Ottawa](https://hrnewscanada.com/painful-decision-newfoundland-and-labrador-scraps-job-grant-blames-funding-reduction-from-ottawa/) - The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Job Grant for employers and workers has been suspended by the provincial government "until further notice." The 2024 Federal Budget removed the 2017 top-up funding under the Labour Market Transfer Agreements, resulting in a funding reduction of more than $16.8 million per year for Newfoundland and Labrador, the province said in
- [New doctor recruited to smalltown Saskatchewan attracted by community](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-doctor-recruited-to-smalltown-saskatchewan-attracted-by-community/) - The City of Melfort gained a new physician in Dr. Evan Mah in the fall of 2023. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced the successful recruitment in April. Mah is one of several new physicians hired in rural Saskatchewan over the past year thanks to the Government of Saskatchewan Health Human Resources Plan. Mah said he was
- [Unionized workers rejecting more deals as fight for wage gains presses on](https://hrnewscanada.com/unionized-workers-rejecting-more-deals-as-fight-for-wage-gains-presses-on/) - Experts say union workers are feeling increasingly emboldened to reject tentative agreements as they fight to join the ranks of those benefitting from the recent wave of wage gains. McGill University associate professor Barry Eidlin says there’s a clear uptick in workers rejecting deals that have been recommended by their bargaining committees. He says workers
- [The costs of workplace violence are too high to ignore](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-costs-of-workplace-violence-are-too-high-to-ignore/) - By Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch, Florida International University Violence and harassment on the job are all too common: More than 1 in 5 workers worldwide have experienced it, according to the International Labor Organization, with women slightly more likely to be affected than men. In the U.S., more than 2 million workers face violence on the job
- [Ontario to require menstrual products on construction sites](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-require-menstrual-products-on-construction-sites/) - Ontario is set to require larger construction projects to provide menstrual products on site. Labour Minister David Piccini says the province is facing a shortage of skilled trades workers, and this regulatory change will help encourage more women to look to the trades for a career. The change accompanies a new piece of legislation introduced
- [Nigeria’s minimum wage has never protected workers from poverty: here’s why](https://hrnewscanada.com/nigerias-minimum-wage-has-never-protected-workers-from-poverty-heres-why/) - By Stephen Onyeiwu, Allegheny College Wages have become the top issue for Nigeria’s organised labour movements in the past year. Reacting to recent increases in the cost of living, the labour movement has been calling for an upward review of the national minimum wage, currently N30,000 (US$24) a month. The Conversation’s Adejuwon Soyinka asks economics
- [Can I take your order – and your data? The hidden reason retailers are replacing staff with AI bots](https://hrnewscanada.com/can-i-take-your-order-and-your-data-the-hidden-reason-retailers-are-replacing-staff-with-ai-bots/) - By Cameron Shackell, Queensland University of Technology You might have seen viral videos of Wendy’s drive-thru customers in the United States ordering their fast food from the firm’s generative AI bot Wendy’s FreshAI. Most show a very human-like transaction punctuated with cries of amazement at how fast, accurate and polite the system is. While the
- [Sun Life commits over $1 million to youth mental health ahead of national awareness day](https://hrnewscanada.com/sun-life-commits-over-1-million-to-youth-mental-health-ahead-of-national-awareness-day/) - In a substantial pledge aimed at boosting mental health support for at-risk youth, Sun Life has announced a three-year, $1,050,000 commitment to fund programs designed to aid marginalized young Canadians and their families. The announcement comes just before National Child and Youth Mental Health Day. The funding will enhance services provided by two key partners,
- [National survey identifies lack of training as biggest hurdle in workplace safety](https://hrnewscanada.com/national-survey-identifies-lack-of-training-as-biggest-hurdle-in-workplace-safety/) - A recent nationwide survey, the State of Safety, conducted among Angus Reid Forum members for the non-profit Threads of Life, reveals that 49% of Canadian business leaders identify lack of training time as the principal barrier to improving workplace health and safety. This challenge is pervasive across businesses of all sizes and sectors, particularly among
- [Canadian Freelance Union announces drive to organize freelancers – interpreters, translators form first unit](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-freelance-union-announces-drive-to-organize-freelancers-interpreters-translators-form-first-unit/) - The Canadian Freelance Union (CFU), traditionally known for representing communications professionals, is expanding its reach by welcoming a new group of freelance workers into its fold. Interpreters and translators, particularly those working in provincial courtrooms, health centres, and community settings, have joined the CFU under the newly formed Interpreters and Translators Unit (ITU). This expansion
- [Unifor workers at Waste Management Canada on strike over work conditions](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-workers-at-waste-management-canada-on-strike-over-work-conditions/) - Sixty members of Unifor Local 4268, employed by Waste Management Canada Corp. (WM), commenced strike action on May 2 over issues including forced overtime and a lack of work-life balance. The workers, who service commercial clients in Stoney Creek, Hamilton, Niagara, Brantford, and the surrounding regions, do not handle residential waste disposal. Debbie Montgomery, President
- [WestJet, mechanics reach tentative deal, avert work stoppage](https://hrnewscanada.com/westjet-mechanics-reach-tentative-deal-avert-work-stoppage/) - WestJet and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA), the union representing the airline's maintenance engineers, have reached a tentative agreement on the first collective bargaining agreement between the organizations. The agreement is now being put to a ratification vote. "The WestJet Group is pleased to have reached a tentative agreement that is industry-leading within Canada and recognizes
- [WestJet issues 72-hour lockout notice to mechanics union, prepares to reduce schedule](https://hrnewscanada.com/westjet-issues-72-hour-lockout-notice-to-mechanics-union-prepares-to-reduce-schedule/) - WestJet has issued a 72-hour lockout notice to the union representing its mechanics, and warns a work stoppage could happen as early as Tuesday. The Calgary-based airline says in a statement that the decision follows an announcement of a strike vote by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, which represents approximately 670 aircraft maintenance engineers and
- [As Ottawa replaces watchdog for firms operating abroad, advocates urge full reform](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-ottawa-replaces-watchdog-for-firms-operating-abroad-advocates-urge-full-reform/) - Advocates are calling on Ottawa to profoundly change the powers of the watchdog who monitors Canadian corporations operating abroad, as the Liberals review how a new ombudsman should take on the job. "We have communities that are suffering human-rights and environmental harms, because of the operations of Canadian companies outside of Canada," said Karen Hamilton,
- [Hundreds strike at Nestle chocolate plant in Toronto, Unifor says](https://hrnewscanada.com/hundreds-strike-at-nestle-chocolate-plant-in-toronto-unifor-says/) - Hundreds of Nestle workers walked off the job in Toronto on Sunday after rejecting a tentative agreement the union reached with the chocolate maker. Unifor issued a statement saying its 461 members who work as machine operators, bar packers, shippers and receivers, general labourers and in the skilled trades at the Toronto Nestle plant chose
- [Nearly 270 incidents: SaskPower reminds farmers to be careful when working near power lines](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-270-incidents-saskpower-reminds-farmers-to-be-careful-when-working-near-power-lines/) - With the spring seeding season in full swing, SaskPower is urging Saskatchewan farmers to prioritize safety when working near power lines. During the key agricultural periods of seeding and harvest, the risk of accidents involving farm equipment and power lines increases. In the previous year, there were 268 incidents related to farm equipment coming into
- [Child-care professionals in Manitoba getting wage hike as province, Ottawa kick in $10.9 million](https://hrnewscanada.com/child-care-professionals-in-manitoba-getting-wage-as-province-ottawa-kick-in-10-9-million/) - The federal and Manitoba governments have announced an increase in funding for the wages of child-care professionals within the province’s licensed child-care facilities. The announcement was made by Jenna Sudds, the federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and Nello Altomare, Manitoba's Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning. Minister Sudds emphasized the importance
- [Richelieu Hardware fined $260,000 after worker injured by 4,000-pound crate of glass](https://hrnewscanada.com/richelieu-hardware-fined-260000-after-worker-injured-by-4000-pound-crate-of-glass/) - Richelieu Hardware Canada Ltd. has been fined $260,000 after pleading guilty to a safety violation linked to a workplace accident that seriously injured a worker, according to an announcement in Saskatoon Provincial Court on April 22. The violation, detailed under subsection 14-2 of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020, occurred when a worker was
- [Parliament spaces out microphones after another interpreter is injured](https://hrnewscanada.com/parliament-spaces-out-microphones-after-another-interpreter-is-injured/) - The federal government has been forced to adjust the set-up in the House of Commons and committee rooms after another language interpreter suffered a significant hearing injury. The incident occurred April 8 during a closed-door meeting of the House foreign-affairs committee. "I always do caution everyone to pay attention to that, because we have had
- [Ontario to increase fines for 'bad actor' employers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-increase-fines-for-bad-actor-employers/) - Ontario is set to clamp down on bad employers with big fines. Labour Minister David Piccini says his government will introduce legislation next week that will see fines increased for violations of the Employment Standards Act. Piccini says he is sending a message to "bad actor" employers there will be more severe consequences for exploiting
- [Diabetes medications maintain top reimbursed expense position, ADHD drugs surge: TELUS Health](https://hrnewscanada.com/diabetes-medications-maintain-top-reimbursed-expense-position-adhd-drugs-surge-telus-health/) - TELUS Health presented the findings from its 2024 Drug Data Trends and National Benchmarks Report at its 20th annual conference, held April 23and set to continue through April 30. The report reveals that diabetes medications topped the list for private insurance claims for the second year in a row. Additionally, there was a significant increase
- [McLean & Company releases guide to support menopausal staff in the workplace](https://hrnewscanada.com/mclean-company-releases-guide-to-support-menopausal-staff-in-the-workplace/) - Toronto-based HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has unveiled a new guide aimed at educating and equipping organizational leaders to better support employees going through menopause. The guide, titled "Be an Ally for Menopausal Staff," addresses the significant yet often overlooked challenges menopausal employees face in the workplace. The firm’s research underscores the
- ['Alberta calling': Province offers $5,000 tax credit to attract skilled trades in B.C., Quebec, and Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-calling-province-offers-5000-tax-credit-to-attract-skilled-trades-in-b-c-quebec-and-ontario/) - Alberta is intensifying efforts to attract skilled tradespeople from across Canada to fill burgeoning job vacancies essential to the province's economic growth. The "Alberta is Calling" initiative, now in its third phase, targets skilled workers in British Columbia, Québec, and Ontario with a strategic campaign aimed at bolstering Alberta’s labour market. The campaign, backed by
- [Quebec labour code doesn't infringe rights of casino managers, Supreme Court rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-labour-code-doesnt-infringe-rights-of-casino-managers-supreme-court-rules/) - Excluding front-line supervisors at a Montreal casino from organizing under the Quebec labour-relations regime does not infringe their constitutional rights, the Supreme Court of Canada has ruled. In a decision Friday, the top court said barring managers from the regime through a provision of the Quebec labour code is not a violation of their Charter
- [McLean & Company releases guide to help HR manage increasing workloads and strategic demands](https://hrnewscanada.com/mclean-company-releases-guide-to-help-hr-manage-increasing-workloads-and-strategic-demands/) - McLean & Company, a division of Info-Tech Research Group, has released a new industry guide aimed at helping human resources (HR) professionals manage increasing job-related stress and strategic demands. The guide, "Effectively Manage HR's Work," addresses the growing role of HR in organizational strategy, a responsibility that has risen significantly from 36% in 2021 to
- [Marina Harris joins Clio as chief people officer following stints at WealthSimple, Netflix](https://hrnewscanada.com/marina-harris-joins-clio-as-chief-people-officer-following-stints-at-wealthsimple-netflix/) - Marina Harris has been appointed chief people officer (CPO) at Clio, a provider of cloud-based legal technology. With a distinguished career spanning leadership positions at Wealthsimple, Netflix, Samsung, and Cisco Systems, Harris brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role. In her capacity as chief people officer, Harris will lead Clio’s workforce
- [Hyundai Auto Canada drives home employee satisfaction with seventh consecutive best workplace award](https://hrnewscanada.com/hyundai-auto-canada-drives-home-employee-satisfaction-with-seventh-consecutive-best-workplace-award/) - Hyundai Auto Canada has been recognized for the seventh consecutive year as one of Canada's Best Workplaces™, an accolade awarded by the Great Place to Work Institute. The automotive manufacturer distinguished itself as the only automaker in the top 100, ranking 37th in the 2024 lineup. In addition to this achievement, Hyundai Canada was also
- [Unifor members at Dominion ratify contract with up to 23% wage increases](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-members-at-dominion-ratify-contract-with-up-to-23-wage-increases/) - Unifor members employed at 11 Dominion stores throughout Newfoundland have overwhelmingly endorsed a new collective agreement, with 88% voting in favour. This agreement, ratified recently, mirrors a supermarket pattern established by Unifor in Ontario during the summer of 2023 with Metro supermarkets. The new contract, achieved after rigorous negotiations by Unifor Local 597, provides substantial
- [Workers at Gibraltar mine, represented by Unifor, vote to strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-at-gibraltar-mine-represented-by-unifor-vote-to-strike/) - Unifor Local 3018, representing 550 workers at the Gibraltar copper-molybdenum mine in British Columbia, has overwhelmingly approved a strike mandate, with 98% of its members supporting potential strike action should ongoing negotiations fail to produce a fair settlement by May 2024. The vote underscores significant labour tensions at Canada's second-largest open-pit copper mine, located north
- [Ontario court stays proposed class action against Lyft over driver classification](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-court-stays-proposed-class-action-against-lyft-over-driver-classification/) - An Ontario court has stayed a class action lawsuit against Lyft over the classification of their drivers as independent contractors. Lyft is a San Francisco-based ride-sharing company that connects drivers with passengers who request rides through a mobile app. It operates in the United States and Canada, offering services that include car rides, scooters, and
- [Tesla is planning to lay off 10% of its workers after dismal 1Q sales, multiple news outlets report](https://hrnewscanada.com/tesla-is-planning-to-lay-off-10-of-its-workers-after-dismal-1q-sales-multiple-news-outlets-report/) - DETROIT (AP) — After reporting dismal first-quarter sales, Tesla is planning to lay off about a tenth of its workforce as it tries to cut costs, multiple media outlets reported Monday. CEO Elon Musk detailed the plans in a memo sent to employees. The layoffs could affect about 14,000 of the 140,473 workers employed by the
- [Google fires 28 workers after office sit-ins to protest cloud contract with Israel](https://hrnewscanada.com/google-fires-28-workers-after-office-sit-ins-to-protest-cloud-contract-with-israel/) - Google has fired 28 employees involved in protests over the tech company's cloud computing contract with the Israeli government, according to statements from the company and campaigners. The workers held sit-ins at the company’s offices in California and New York over Google's $1.2 billion contract to provide custom tools for Israeli's military. They were fired
- [Squamish, B.C., rejects LNG company's plan for floating work camp](https://hrnewscanada.com/squamish-b-c-rejects-lng-companys-plan-for-floating-work-camp/) - Plans to use a renovated cruise ship to house more than 600 workers at a liquefied natural gas facility near Squamish, B.C., have been voted down by the local council. The ship arrived in B.C. waters in January after a 40-day journey from Estonia, where it had sheltered Ukrainian refugees, but the District of Squamish
- [CN, CPKC workers approve strike mandate as possible work stoppage looms](https://hrnewscanada.com/cn-cpkc-workers-approve-strike-mandate-as-possible-work-stoppage-looms/) - Employees at Canada's two biggest railways have authorized a strike that could see thousands of workers walk off the job in three weeks if they are unable to reach new deals on contract demands. About 6,000 employees at Canadian National Railway Co. and 3,300 at Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. voted more than 97 per
- [Workers who build A220 at Airbus Canada ratify new contract](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-who-build-a220-at-airbus-canada-ratify-new-contract/) - The union representing 1,300 workers at Airbus Canada says they have ratified a new five-year contract. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers says workers voted 77 per cent in favour of the agreement that included adjustments recommended by a conciliator. The contract covers workers in Quebec who assemble the A220 aircraft, formerly known
- [Ontario proposes enhanced WSIB coverage for firefighters](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-proposes-enhanced-wsib-coverage-for-firefighters-reducing-eligibility-requirements-for-cancer-heart-injuries-and-ptsd/) - The Ontario government has announced plans to introduce legislation that, if passed, would bring significant enhancements to the benefits and protections afforded to both wildland and municipal firefighters under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). This proposed legislation aims to align the coverage for wildland firefighters with that of their municipal counterparts, covering cancers,
- [Robert Half releases 2023 ESG report emphasizing integrity and inclusion](https://hrnewscanada.com/robert-half-releases-2023-esg-report-emphasizing-integrity-and-inclusion/) - Robert Half, a global talent solutions and business consulting firm, has published its 2023 "Leading With Integrity Report." The document details the firm's progress and future plans regarding its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The report covers a range of initiatives from Robert Half and its subsidiary, Protiviti, focusing on governance, a people-centric approach,
- [New National Council for Reconciliation established to advance Indigenous rights in Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-national-council-for-reconciliation-established-to-advance-indigenous-rights-in-canada/) - April 30 marked a significant step forward in Canada’s journey towards reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples as Bill C-29, establishing the National Council for Reconciliation, received Royal Assent, officially becoming law. The Council was a core recommendation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which has directed its formation based on the firsthand testimonies of Survivors. The
- [London’s runaway horses remind us that animals are workers too](https://hrnewscanada.com/londons-runaway-horses-remind-us-that-animals-are-workers-too/) - By Helen Wadham, Manchester Metropolitan University; Carlos Monterrubio, Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Mexico, and Kate Dashper, Leeds Beckett University The extraordinary sight of five horses galloping through London, sweating and covered in blood, caused the hashtag #Apocalypse to trend briefly on social media last week. Colliding with vehicles and startling pedestrians, the military horses
- [Alberta researcher remembered for National Day of Mourning](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-researcher-remembered-for-national-day-of-mourning/) - By Jeff Pelletier, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Nunatsiaq News Dignitaries paid tribute over the weekend to an Alberta researcher who died last year in the High Arctic. Politicians and labour leaders gathered at the Nunavut legislative assembly building Sunday for Canada’s National Day of Mourning. The day serves as a tribute to workers who have gotten
- [JP Hornick re-elected as OPSEU president, Nancekivell acclaimed as first VP/treasurer](https://hrnewscanada.com/jp-hornick-re-elected-as-opseu-president-nancekivell-acclaimed-as-first-vp-treasurer/) - At the annual OPSEU/SEFPO Convention held on April 26, 2024, JP Hornick was re-elected as president, promising to intensify efforts for improving working conditions for Ontario's public sector employees. This marks the beginning of Hornick's second two-year term leading one of the province's largest unions. During the convention, Hornick emphasized the union's collective strength, stating,
- [Art Gallery of Ontario workers approve new contract, ending historic strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/art-gallery-of-ontario-workers-approve-cew-contract-ending-historic-strike/) - Workers at the Art Gallery of Ontario have ratified a new collective agreement, concluding the first-ever strike at the institution, which lasted a month. Members of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 535, encompassing a wide range of gallery staff, voted 85% in favor of the agreement in an online vote that ended on April 26. The agreement, affecting
- [Ontario to eliminate use of doctor’s notes for short-term sick leave](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-eliminate-use-of-doctors-notes-for-short-term-sick-leave/) - Ontario is set to eliminate the requirement for employees to provide a doctor's note to justify short-term sick leave. This move is part of a broader initiative by the provincial government to reduce the administrative burden on healthcare providers, allowing them to dedicate more time to patient care. The Deputy Premier and Minister of Health,
- [U.S. Supreme Court appears open to Starbucks’ claims in labour-organizing case](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-supreme-court-appears-open-to-starbucks-claims-in-labor-organizing-case/) - By Michael Z. Green, Texas A&M University What factors must a court consider when the National Labor Relations Board requests an order requiring an employer to rehire terminated workers before the completion of unfair labor practice proceedings? That’s the central question that the Supreme Court considered on April 23, 2024, during oral arguments in the
- [Why the term ‘DEI’ is being weaponized as a racist dog whistle](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-the-term-dei-is-being-weaponized-as-a-racist-dog-whistle/) - By Jennifer Saul, University of Waterloo A bridge in Baltimore collapsing, a door falling off an airplane and antisemitism — what do they have in common? In recent months, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) has been blamed for all three. This may seem a little baffling. In fact, when I tell this to friends who
- [CGI secures 10-year deal to modernize Los Angeles County's core systems](https://hrnewscanada.com/cgi-secures-10-year-deal-to-modernize-los-angeles-countys-core-systems/) - CGI has been selected by the County of Los Angeles to overhaul its primary financial, budgeting, inventory, payroll, and human resources systems. This major update will be implemented using CGI Advantage, a sophisticated ERP platform known for enhancing operational efficiency and user experience. This 10-year partnership will focus on strategic IT advancements to empower the
- [HR Path acquires GroupeX to expand North American presence](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-path-acquires-groupex-to-expand-north-american-presence/) - HR Path Group, a global player in human resources and digital transformation support, announced its acquisition of Toronto-based GroupeX Solutions, significantly bolstering its HRIS consulting capabilities across North America. The merger, marking one of HR Path's largest expansions in the region, strengthens its role as a provider of Human Capital Management solutions, it said. GroupeX,
- [Union efforts ramp up at Amazon warehouse in Laval, Que: CSN](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-efforts-ramp-up-at-amazon-warehouse-in-laval-que-csn/) - The Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN) has formally sought to unionize Amazon’s DXT4 warehouse in Laval, Que., marking a potentially historic shift for labour organization in Québec’s Amazon facilities. On April 19, the CSN filed with the Administrative Labour Tribunal (ALT), aiming to represent 200 warehouse employees, it said in a press release. “After months
- [Manitoba bolsters mental health support for first responders with new trauma-informed services](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-bolsters-mental-health-support-for-first-responders-with-new-trauma-informed-services/) - The Manitoba government has announced a new initiative to enhance trauma-informed support services for first responders, acknowledging the mental health challenges faced by this workforce. Premier Wab Kinew emphasized the commitment to providing additional support to those who routinely encounter traumatic situations, including firefighters, paramedics, and police officers. “To support those who support us, it’s
- [Ottawa launches Industrial Inquiry Commission to tackle labour disputes at West Coast ports](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-launches-industrial-inquiry-commission-to-tackle-labour-disputes-at-west-coast-ports/) - The federal government has launched an Industrial Inquiry Commission to investigate persistent labour issues at the West Coast ports, which have experienced significant disruptions affecting the national supply chain. The initiative, announced by Labour Minister Seamus O’Regan Jr., seeks to address the economic impacts of disputes including strikes and lockouts, highlighting the need for durable
- [Non-Public Funds workers in Kingston, Ont., set to return to work after 100 days on picket line](https://hrnewscanada.com/non-public-funds-workers-in-kingston-ont-set-to-return-to-work-after-100-days-on-picket-line/) - By Owen Fullerton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter After nearly 100 days on the picket lines for civilian military workers in cities including Kingston, Non-Public Funds (NPF) workers will finally return to work this upcoming week. Employees represented by Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and Union of National Defence Employees (UNDE) have been at a crossroads
- [Alberta provides $175,000 to SafeGen to boost youth workplace safety training](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-provides-175000-to-safegen-to-boost-youth-workplace-safety-training/) - In a move to bolster workplace safety for high school students, the Alberta government has increased funding to SafeGen, a key program run by CAREERS: The Next Generation Foundation. This initiative is designed to provide essential health and safety training to young workers. SafeGen has been awarded a $175,000 grant to enhance its educational offerings,
- [Video games at work? It sounds fun, but there are ethical risks](https://hrnewscanada.com/video-games-at-work-it-sounds-fun-but-there-are-ethical-risks/) - By Nick Butler, Stockholm University and Sverre Spoelstra, Lund University Gaming might be thought of as a fun and frivolous hobby. The video game industry generates huge amounts of money, but it does little to improve the world. However, recent developments are changing this view. Increasingly, organisations are using video games to address real issues,
- [It is industry, not government, that is getting in the way of a ‘just transition’ for oil and gas workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/it-is-industry-not-government-that-is-getting-in-the-way-of-a-just-transition-for-oil-and-gas-workers/) - By Emily Eaton, University of Regina; Andrew Stevens, University of Regina, and Sean Tucker, University of Regina What comes to mind when you read the slogan “I love Canadian Oil and Gas”? Energy independence? Royalties for government coffers? Good jobs for Canadian workers? Canada’s oil and gas sector is in the throes of profound change
- [Alberta makes Ukrainian driver's license exchange without testing permanent](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-makes-ukrainian-drivers-license-exchange-without-testing-permanent/) - Alberta's government has announced the permanent adoption of a program that allows Ukrainian evacuees to exchange their home country's driving permits for local licenses without additional testing. This initiative, initially temporary, was introduced to aid Ukrainians resettling in Alberta by facilitating easier access to transportation for employment and daily life. Implemented last year, the program
- [Rising minimum wage in Ontario could bring hard choices, says business advocate in Thunder Bay](https://hrnewscanada.com/rising-minimum-wage-in-ontario-could-bring-hard-choices-says-business-advocate-in-thunder-bay/) - By Sandi Krasowski | The Chronicle-Journal Effective Oct. 1, the Ontario government will increase the minimum wage from $16.55 per hour to $17.20, which will impact some employers, a business advocate says. The increase reflects a 3.9-per cent annualized wage increase based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index, bringing the province’s minimum wage to the second-highest
- [COVID crisis saw 4,000 nursing home workers call in sick in New Brunswick](https://hrnewscanada.com/covid-crisis-saw-4000-nursing-home-workers-call-in-sick-in-new-brunswick/) - By John Chilibeck | The Daily Gleaner As the pandemic raged, more than 4,000 nursing home staff in New Brunswick called in sick, forcing the province to call in dozens of outside workers to keep them running, says the social development minister. Jill Green provided the startling figure on Thursday under questioning in the legislature
- [Alberta introducing new compensation model for family doctors aimed at retention, attraction](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-introducing-new-compensation-model-for-family-doctors-aimed-at-retention-attraction/) - Alberta’s government has announced a new physician compensation model aimed at bolstering the province’s primary health care system by attracting and retaining family physicians and rural generalists. This initiative follows extensive consultations and is part of a broader strategy to ensure Albertans receive necessary care timely and conveniently. The new model proposes alternative compensation mechanisms
- [Queen's University unions explore unifying for negotiations](https://hrnewscanada.com/queens-university-unions-explore-unifying-for-negotiations/) - By Owen Fullerton | YGK News Unions at Queen's are considering coming together for future bargaining in an attempt to secure better deals across the board with the university. Leaders of several of the unions at Queen's held a joint public assembly on April 4 on Queen's campus for members to hear about how union
- [B.C. construction industry faces labour challenges amid growth, calls for prompt payment legislation](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-construction-industry-faces-labour-challenges-amid-growth-calls-for-prompt-payment-legislation/) - Recent reports from the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) reveal a mixed landscape for the province’s construction sector, characterized by workforce improvements and ongoing legislative hurdles. Data from the Spring 2024 BCCA Construction Industry Stat Pack and the annual BC Construction Industry Survey Report indicate significant pressure on employers due to a high demand for
- [Fidelity Canada makes 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada list](https://hrnewscanada.com/fidelity-canada-makes-2024-linkedin-top-companies-in-canada-list/) - Fidelity Canada has been named to the 2024 LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada list, ranking 22nd. The list features the top 25 companies in Canada to grow a career, according to its data-driven methodology. "Our people are what make Fidelity such a great place to work, and we're so proud to celebrate this recognition together,"
- [York University launches new certificate program in diversity, equity, and inclusion](https://hrnewscanada.com/york-university-launches-new-certificate-program-in-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) - York University's School of Continuing Studies has introduced a new Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Action, set to start in September 2024. This part-time accelerated program is designed to equip professionals with the skills needed to support strategic DEI initiatives and foster inclusive organizational policies. Registration for the program is now open. Denine
- [Winners of Canada's Greenest Employers announced, including Bell Canada and the Toronto Zoo](https://hrnewscanada.com/winners-of-canadas-greenest-employers-announced-including-bell-canada-and-the-toronto-zoo/) - Mediacorp Canada Inc. announced the 2024 winners of Canada's Greenest Employers today, recognizing organizations that excel in implementing sustainable practices. The award, part of the broader Canada's Top 100 Employers project, highlights companies that have developed a strong culture of environmental awareness. Chantel Watkins, assistant editor at Mediacorp, emphasized the importance of listening to environmentally
- [Unifor reaches tentative deal with Dominion stores in Newfoundland and Labrador](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-reaches-tentative-deal-with-dominion-stores-in-newfoundland-and-labrador/) - Unifor has reached a tentative agreement with Loblaw-owned Dominion stores in Newfoundland and Labrador. Details of the tentative agreement will first be shared with Dominion members of Unifor Local 597 in a series of ratification meetings to be scheduled in the coming days, it said in a press release. Unifor represents more than 1,200 Dominion grocery workers at
- [Unifor Local 144 workers at Winnipeg foundry ratify new contract, ending 19-day lockout](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-local-144-workers-at-winnipeg-foundry-ratify-new-contract-ending-19-day-lockout/) - Workers at the Griffin Wheel foundry in Winnipeg, represented by Unifor Local 144, have approved a new four-year contract, bringing an end to a 19-day lockout. The agreement, which was ratified by 87% of the voting members on April 15, 2024, includes substantial wage and pension improvements, according to the union. Unifor National President Lana
- [Civil service preps to boost wildland firefighter numbers in P.E.I.](https://hrnewscanada.com/civil-service-preps-to-boost-wildland-firefighter-numbers-in-p-e-i/) - By Rachel Collier | The Eastern Graphic About 40 Island civil service workers are gearing up to take wildland firefighter training. If all are successful, this will nearly double the number of provincially paid firefighters. The province is working with Natural Resources Canada to increase capacity of wildland firefighting. “This is us preparing for a worst
- [Docusign introduces new SaaS category with launch of Intelligent Agreement Management platform](https://hrnewscanada.com/docusign-introduces-new-saas-category-with-launch-of-intelligent-agreement-management-platform/) - Docusign has announced the launch of a new software-as-a-service (SaaS) category, Intelligent Agreement Management, and is set to lead this sector with the new Docusign IAM platform. This initiative is designed to revolutionize how businesses handle agreement data, offering tools to transform this information into actionable insights, thus accelerating contract review processes and enhancing productivity
- [Borderless AI welcomes new advisor to strengthen compliance and cross-border payments](https://hrnewscanada.com/borderless-ai-welcomes-new-advisor-to-strengthen-compliance-and-cross-border-payments/) - Toronto-based startup Borderless AI, known for its innovative global payroll solutions, has announced the appointment of Leonard Shen to its Board of Advisors. This strategic move aims to enhance the company’s focus on compliance, risk management, and international money transfers. Leonard Shen, a seasoned compliance executive with a comprehensive background in the payments sector, joins
- [Cupid in the cubicles: Balancing love, and law, in workplace romances](https://hrnewscanada.com/cupid-in-the-cubicles-balancing-love-and-law-in-workplace-romances/) - Valentine’s Day always brings a heightened focus on romance and, for employers, it’s a reminder that love isn’t just in the air — it’s in the office too. That can pose a host of challenges for employers and HR departments with a potent mix of issues around privacy, professionalism, and conflicts of interest. And while
- [Wages in Kootenay Development Region rise the highest in B.C.: Report](https://hrnewscanada.com/wages-in-kootenay-development-region-rise-the-highest-in-b-c-report/) - By Timothy Schafer | The Nelson Daily Over the last year the median hourly wage in the Kootenay Development Region rose by over $4 per hour, and now sits well above the provincial and national rate, according to the latest State of the Basin Focus report. Produced by Selkirk College: Selkirk Innovates — through the Columbia
- [Toxic workplace revelations at Manitoba Teachers' Society trigger call for inquiry into leak](https://hrnewscanada.com/toxic-workplace-revelations-at-manitoba-teachers-society-trigger-call-for-inquiry-into-leak/) - By Maggie Macintosh, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter One group of local union presidents wants the Manitoba Teachers’ Society to launch an inquiry into recent leaks that reveal MTS headquarters is troubled by a large number of administrative employee leaves and allegations it is a “toxic work environment.” Anonymous posts criticizing leaders from both the union’s operational
- [St. John Ambulance Council for Alberta partners with BrightHR to boost workplace safety](https://hrnewscanada.com/st-john-ambulance-council-for-alberta-partners-with-brighthr-to-boost-workplace-safety/) - The St. John Ambulance Council for Alberta, renowned for its expertise in First Aid and Emergency Response Training, has formed a strategic partnership with BrightHR, known for its emphasis on workplace safety and wellbeing. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing the proficiency of the team in handling health-related incidents within workplaces. BrightHR, which launched in
- [Newfoundland and Labrador invests $634K in tech sector skills development](https://hrnewscanada.com/newfoundland-and-labrador-invests-634k-in-tech-sector-skills-development/) - The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, led by the Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills, and the Honourable Siobhan Coady, Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, has announced a strategic investment of $634,000 in the Centre for Research and Innovation. This funding aims to bolster the tech sector's workforce by developing
- [Montreal-based Fuel Transport cuts workweek to 35 hours, boosts vacation time for employees](https://hrnewscanada.com/montreal-based-fuel-transport-cuts-workweek-to-35-hours-boosts-vacation-time-for-employees/) - Fuel Transport Inc., a prominent logistics and transportation firm based in Montreal, announced a significant overhaul of its employee policies, effective January 2024, aimed at enhancing job experiences and overall satisfaction for its workforce. The updated policies include a reduction in the workweek to 35 hours without a decrease in global compensation, the introduction of
- [Cella by Randstad Digital expands into Canadian market, enhancing talent solutions](https://hrnewscanada.com/cella-by-randstad-digital-expands-into-canadian-market-enhancing-talent-solutions/) - Cella by Randstad Digital, recognized for its excellence in consulting, staffing, and managed solutions for digital, marketing, and creative sectors, has announced its expansion into the Canadian market. Setting up its operations in Toronto, the company aims to introduce a unique blend of custom solutions and talent services tailored to the Canadian business environment. This
- [HR professionals embrace AI to transform workflows, reduce burnout: Sage report](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-professionals-embrace-ai-to-transform-workflows-reduce-burnout-sage-report/) - A recent global survey conducted by Sage has highlighted a growing acceptance among HR professionals towards artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to alleviate administrative burdens, streamline time-consuming tasks, and reduce burnout. The "Changing Face of HR" report, which polled over 1,000 HR leaders from various sectors and countries, found that a significant 77% of
- [Six years after Humboldt tragedy, New Brunswick puts in mandatory truck training](https://hrnewscanada.com/six-years-after-humboldt-tragedy-new-brunswick-puts-in-mandatory-truck-training/) - By John Chilibeck | The Daily Gleaner New Brunswick is making training mandatory for new truck drivers, six years after 16 people on the Humboldt Broncos hockey team bus were killed in a horrific highway crash that made headlines across the country. The provincial government announced this week the new requirement April 1 without mentioning the
- [Climate quitting: The people leaving their fossil fuel jobs because of climate change](https://hrnewscanada.com/climate-quitting-the-people-leaving-their-fossil-fuel-jobs-because-of-climate-change/) - By Gemma Ware | The Conversation As the climate crisis gets ever more severe, the fossil fuel industry is struggling to recruit new talent. And now a number of existing employees are deciding to leave their jobs, some quietly, some very publicly, because of concerns over climate change. In this episode of The Conversation Weekly
- [Legal battle over workers' compensation for seasonal farmworker likely to continue after his death](https://hrnewscanada.com/legal-battle-over-workers-compensation-for-seasonal-farmworker-likely-to-continue-after-his-death/) - By Richard Hutton | The Lake Report The fight to compensate a seasonal farmworker injured on the job in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., is likely to continue despite the man’s death earlier this year. David Arruda of the Toronto-based IAVGO Community Legal Clinic was to represent the man, Jeleel Stewart, 51, at a hearing that was scheduled
- [Temporary immigration programs are pushing down wage growth in Canada, economists say](https://hrnewscanada.com/temporary-immigration-programs-are-pushing-down-wage-growth-in-canada-economists-say/) - By William Koblensky Varela | New Canadian Media Temporary immigration pathways are putting downward pressure on wage growth in Canada, but aren’t responsible for the country’s stagnating GDP per capita growth rate or the productivity rate, economists say. While immigration does not normally suppress wages, economists agreed, temporary foreign workers entering the country over the last
- [Canadian workers seek more from employers when it comes to health, wellness support: Dialogue survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-workers-seek-more-from-employers-when-it-comes-to-health-wellness-support-dialogue-survey/) - A recent report highlights a growing concern among Canadian workers regarding their well-being, with a significant number expressing dissatisfaction with the health and wellness support provided by their employers. The study, conducted by Environics Research and commissioned by Dialogue Health Technologies Inc., reveals that although 71% of working Canadians have grown more health-conscious in recent
- [‘Profit sharing replaces tipping’: Markham Chinese restaurant expert weighs in on traditional gratitude culture](https://hrnewscanada.com/profit-sharing-replaces-tipping-markham-chinese-restaurant-expert-weighs-in-on-traditional-gratitude-culture/) - By Scarlett Liu | Markham Economist & Sun Do you feel overwhelmed by the increasing expectation of tips on your bill, from 18 to 25 per cent each time you dine out? A Northern Chinese style barbecue restaurant in North York, WoodHouse BBQ, has been bucking the trend since February by adopting a no-tipping model, which
- ['A need to embrace physicians': Huntsville, Ont., looks into creating an incentive plan to attract family doctors](https://hrnewscanada.com/a-need-to-embrace-physicians-huntsville-ont-looks-into-creating-an-incentive-plan-to-attract-family-doctors/) - By Julian Orlando Chaves | Huntsville Forester At the last Huntsville council meeting, Monday, March 25, Councillors Bob Stone and Scott Morrison shared their plans to attract physicians to the area. According to Stone, a company with a “big bag of money” has already expressed support for the plan. Here is what you need to know: • Stone
- [Industrial bakery in Toronto fined $57,000 for workplace safety violation](https://hrnewscanada.com/industrial-bakery-in-toronto-fined-57000-for-workplace-safety-violation/) - Breadsource Corporation, an industrial bakery in Toronto, has been fined $57,000 following a workplace incident that left a temporary worker critically injured. The conviction was handed down in Provincial Offences Court by Justice of the Peace Grace Lin, with Crown Counsel Daniel Kleiman representing the prosecution. The offence occurred on July 15, 2022, at the
- [Saskatchewan puts spotlight on farm safety with proclamation of Agricultural Safety Week](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-puts-spotlight-on-farm-safety-with-proclamation-of-agricultural-safety-week/) - The Government of Saskatchewan has officially designated March 10 to 16 as Agricultural Safety Week. The announcement comes as a reminder of the continuous need for safety in the agriculture industry, a sector known for its non-stop operations. "Agriculture doesn't take a break, making it crucial to prioritize safety throughout the year," said David Marit,
- [Too much heat in the kitchen: Survey shows toxic work conditions mean many chefs are getting out](https://hrnewscanada.com/too-much-heat-in-the-kitchen-survey-shows-toxic-work-conditions-mean-many-chefs-are-getting-out/) - By Shelagh K. Mooney, Auckland University of Technology; Matthew Brenner, Southern Cross University, and Richard Robinson, Northumbria University, Newcastle Chefs are in hot demand. “Chefs, chefs, chefs! Virtually impossible to find anyone,” lamented one Auckland restaurant owner recently. Australia is seeing a similar gap, with chefs ranked the eighth most in-demand occupation. Given this culinary
- [Alithya partners with Oracle to accelerate HR solutions for mid-enterprise organizations](https://hrnewscanada.com/alithya-partners-with-oracle-to-accelerate-hr-solutions-for-mid-enterprise-organizations/) - Alithya Group Inc. has announced its role as an implementation partner for Oracle HCM Now, aiming to enhance human resources processes for mid-enterprise organizations. This collaboration is set to provide a comprehensive suite of HR solutions that organizations can adopt progressively according to their growth needs. Oracle's latest Cloud HCM offering is designed to streamline
- [Canadian workers crave in-person work, but many offices not delivering: Cisco Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-workers-crave-in-person-work-but-many-offices-not-delivering-cisco-canada/) - A survey by Cisco Canada reveals a significant portion of Canadian employees, 64%, endorse their company's mandate to return to the office, driven by a longing for collaboration, ideation, and a stronger sense of community. Despite this support, findings from Cisco's Reimagining Workspaces Survey indicate that the majority of current office setups may not align
- [Will Britons work until they’re 71? Expert examines proposed pension age rise](https://hrnewscanada.com/will-britons-work-until-theyre-71-expert-examines-proposed-pension-age-rise/) - By Chris Parry, Cardiff Metropolitan University The retirement age will need to rise to 71 for UK workers in future, according to a recent report looking at the effect of increasing life expectancy and falling birthrates on the state pension. The current pension age of 66 is set to rise to 67 by 2028, and
- [Sage unveils new updates to Intacct enhancing productivity for SMBs](https://hrnewscanada.com/sage-unveils-new-updates-to-intacct-enhancing-productivity-for-smbs/) - Sage, a global company specializing in accounting and business management solutions, has announced significant updates to its Sage Intacct platform, targeting small and mid-sized businesses with enhancements aimed at boosting productivity through artificial intelligence (AI) and improved data management. Dan Miller, EVP of Sage's Financials and ERP Division, emphasized the importance of modernization in the
- [10 reasons why Canadians are still dissatisfied with the economy, despite the upswing](https://hrnewscanada.com/10-reasons-why-canadians-are-still-dissatisfied-with-the-economy-despite-the-upswing/) - By Anup Srivastava, University of Calgary; Felipe Bastos Gurgel Silva, University of Missouri-Columbia; Luminita Enache, University of Calgary, and Manuela Dantas, California State University, Northridge The COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a global emergency, Canada’s GDP outperformed expectations in 2023, the economy seems to be heading for soft landing after a period of stagnation, inflation
- [Unifor reaches tentative agreement with GreenShield](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-reaches-tentative-agreement-with-greenshield/) - Unifor members on strike at GreenShield Canada have reached a tentative deal with the company, according to the union. Members from Unifor locals 240 in Windsor and 673 in Toronto began strike action on March 1 over key issues of job security and contracting out. The ratification meetings in Windsor and Toronto are scheduled Wed., April 17. No details will be released until after the ratification
- [Kirkland Lake, Ont., strikes a deal with firefighters](https://hrnewscanada.com/kirkland-lake-ont-strikes-a-deal-with-firefighters/) - By Marissa Lentz | TimminsToday.com Kirkland Lake plans to enter into a new three-year collective agreement with its local firefighters. At the town's April 2 council meeting, a memorandum of agreement (MOA) was approved with members of the International Association of Fire Fighters’ (IAFF) Local 573. The agreement covers the period from Jan. 1, 2024, to
- [Syncrude guilty in Alberta worker’s death, ordered to fund $390K in safety training initiatives](https://hrnewscanada.com/syncrude-guilty-in-alberta-workers-death-ordered-to-fund-390k-in-safety-training-initiatives/) - Syncrude Canada Ltd. has entered a guilty plea to a single charge under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) following a 2021 incident that resulted in the death of a worker. The Fort McMurray Court of Justice processed the plea on April 4, with four other charges under the OHS legislation being withdrawn.
- [New B.C. legislation aims to remove systemic barriers for Indigenous, racialized people](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-b-c-legislation-aims-to-remove-systemic-barriers-for-indigenous-racialized-people/) - British Columbia has introduced new anti-racism legislation designed to reduce barriers faced by Indigenous and racialized individuals when accessing provincial services and programs. The law aims to dismantle systemic racism within government institutions by implementing comprehensive reforms based on race-based data and community consultations. Attorney General Niki Sharma emphasized the importance of this reform. "For
- [Striking staffers at Northern Ontario municipality back at bargaining table, yet to reach a deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/striking-staffers-at-northern-ontario-municipality-back-at-bargaining-table-yet-to-reach-a-deal/) - By Marissa Lentz, Local Journalism Initiative After nearly six months, striking staff in a Northern Ontario municipality have been at the bargaining table recently, but still don't have a deal to go back to work. Representatives from the CUPE Local 1490 bargaining team met with Matheson on April 3 and again yesterday (April 10), but bargaining
- [Local trades respond to proposed changes to apprenticeship rules in Manitoba](https://hrnewscanada.com/local-trades-respond-to-proposed-changes-to-apprenticeship-rules-in-manitoba/) - Making good on an election promise, the provincial government has announced its intention to alter current legislation in favour of a one-to-one ratio of apprentices to journeypersons throughout the construction industry. Though the new rules haven’t yet received a final stamp of approval, some local trades strongly disapprove and worry that the government isn’t listening
- [Hundreds of workers declare unified front ahead of negotiations at Queen's University](https://hrnewscanada.com/hundreds-of-workers-declare-unified-front-ahead-of-negotiations-at-queens-university/) - By Michelle Dorey Forestell | Kingstonist.com Unions representing 5,000 workers at Queen's University came out swinging today in what they anticipate will be a fight for their jobs, wages and dignity. At a public lunchtime assembly at the Queen's Athletics and Recreation Centre on Thursday, Apr. 4, 2024, leaders of the Canadian Union of Public
- [New report calls for government action on self-employed worker policy](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-report-calls-for-government-action-on-self-employed-worker-policy/) - The Economic Equity Alliance released a report on March 18 titled "Invisible Entrepreneurs: The Impact of Small Business Policy Neglect on Self-Employed Individuals." The Alliance is urging the Canadian government to amend the existing small business policies that have long overlooked self-employed workers, advocating for recognition and support for this vital segment of the labour
- [Women want to climb the corporate ladder — but not at any price](https://hrnewscanada.com/women-want-to-climb-the-corporate-ladder-but-not-at-any-price/) - By Louise Champoux-Paillé, Concordia University and Anne-Marie Croteau, Concordia University The consulting firm Spencer Stuart recently published a study of top management at Fortune 500 companies, the 500 richest companies in the United States. The analysis focused specifically on the gender of the people in these positions, their functions and the source of their appointments,
- [First Indigenous Women’s Leadership Conference builds on recent success](https://hrnewscanada.com/first-indigenous-womens-leadership-conference-builds-on-recent-success/) - By Patrick Quinn | The Nation The first Indigenous Women’s Leadership Conference brought together influential female leaders for two days of inspiring panel discussions, informative seminars and traditional teachings beginning on International Women’s Day, March 8. Envisioned by Cree Grand Chief Mandy Gull-Masty and hosted by the Cree Women of Eeyou Istchee Association (CWEIA) at
- [After the fact: Alleging cause post-termination is fair game, but tread carefully](https://hrnewscanada.com/after-the-fact-alleging-cause-post-termination-is-fair-game-but-tread-carefully/) - Among the items missing from the HR toolbox is a crystal ball. When it comes to terminations, issues can come to light after the worker has been dismissed — and these facts could potentially tip the balance in favour of just cause or bolster an employer’s already strong hand. Melanie Samuels, a Vancouver-based partner at Singleton
- [Rewriting the rules: HR needs to review employment contracts in light of Dufault ruling, says Rudner](https://hrnewscanada.com/rewriting-the-rules-hr-needs-to-review-employment-contracts-in-light-of-dufault-ruling-says-rudner/) - HR professionals and employment lawyers alike are digesting the recent Dufault v. The Corporation of the Township of Ignace ruling by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice that could reshape how termination clauses in employment contracts are interpreted and enforced. That’s because the court focused in on specific language found in many employment contracts, according to Stuart
- [OAWA Alberta opens in Edmonton to promote women in skilled trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/oawa-alberta-opens-in-edmonton-to-promote-women-in-skilled-trades/) - The Office to Advance Women Apprentices (OAWA) Alberta celebrated its grand opening in Edmonton on International Women's Day, March 8, 2024, marking a significant step toward increasing female participation in the skilled construction trades. The new initiative, funded by a $2.354 million contribution from the Government of Canada under the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy Women in
- [How international students in a janitors’ union in B.C. won their fight](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-international-students-in-a-janitors-union-in-b-c-won-their-fight/) - By Brishti Basu | The Tyee When Ravi Kumar became the team lead of around 25 housekeeping staff at McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Richmond last year, he expected a raise in keeping with the added responsibilities. “When I asked my supervisor for the increase in my pay when I became the team lead, he just said
- [Brockville, Ont., contractor fined $75,000 after worker's fall highlights safety violations](https://hrnewscanada.com/brockville-ont-contractor-fined-75000-after-workers-fall-highlights-safety-violations/) - Richard D. Steele Construction (1979) Ltd., a Brockville-based general contractor known for its work across commercial, industrial, institutional, and custom home sectors, has been convicted and fined $75,000 following a workplace incident that led to a critical injury. The conviction, which took place in the Provincial Offences Court in Brockville on February 21, 2024, underlines
- [Vancouver food workers rally for safer conditions amid rising temperatures](https://hrnewscanada.com/vancouver-food-workers-rally-for-safer-conditions-amid-rising-temperatures/) - By Brishti Basu | The Tyee Summer is typically when restaurants hire and train new workers. During the 2021 heat dome, that meant few breaks for Khushi Mehta and her co-workers at a Vancouver pizzeria. “We couldn’t really leave new employees on the line by themselves to take a break,” Mehta said, describing a hot, stuffy
- [McLean & Company advocates for holistic psychological safety in the workplace](https://hrnewscanada.com/mclean-company-advocates-for-holistic-psychological-safety-in-the-workplace/) - HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company has emphasized the evolving need for psychological safety within modern workplaces, shifting the focus from mere physical safety to encompassing mental and emotional well-being. According to the firm's recent insights, future work environments require organizations to adopt a more holistic approach, accounting for the diverse experiences of
- [Working from home can make us healthier and happier. Employers benefit too. Here’s the evidence if you need any convincing](https://hrnewscanada.com/working-from-home-can-make-us-healthier-and-happier-employers-benefit-too-heres-the-evidence-if-you-need-any-convincing/) - By Ty Ferguson, University of South Australia; Carol Maher, University of South Australia, and Rachel Curtis, University of South Australia Some of us used to imagine a world where the morning commute was a short stroll from your bedroom, the dress code included comfy slippers, and the closest coffee shop was your kitchen. Then working
- [Ontario minimum wage rising to $17.20 on Oct. 1, 2024 - will be second highest in Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-minimum-wage-rising-to-17-20-on-oct-1-2024-will-be-second-highest-in-canada/) - Ontario is increasing its minimum wage to $17.20 an hour on Oct. 1, 2024. That's a 3.9 per cent increase from the current level of $16.55 per hour, the province said. This 3.9 per cent annualized wage increase is based on the Ontario Consumer Price Index (CPI) and brings Ontario’s minimum wage to the second
- [Unifor, Ontario Northland teach tentative agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-ontario-northland-teach-tentative-agreement/) - Unifor Local 103 has announced a tentative agreement with Ontario Northland. The union, representing a diverse group of employees at various locations throughout Northern Ontario, has been in negotiations aiming to secure an agreement that adequately reflects the value of its members. Jeremy Rodgers, President of Unifor Local 103, expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of
- [Saskatchewan unveils new labour market strategy to support economic growth](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-unveils-new-labour-market-strategy-to-support-economic-growth/) - Saskatchewan has introduced a comprehensive plan titled "Building the Workforce for a Growing Economy," which aims to bolster its workforce to meet the demands of its expanding economy. The strategy, announced on March 4 by Premier Scott Moe, outlines initiatives designed to prepare residents for employment, ensure industries have the necessary labour, and maintain the
- [MHCC launches new psychological health and safety audit program with federal support](https://hrnewscanada.com/mhcc-launches-new-psychological-health-and-safety-audit-program-with-federal-support/) - The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is spearheading an innovative initiative to enhance workplace mental health, introducing a new Psychological Health and Safety Audit Program aimed at supporting Canadian employers. This significant development is backed by a three-year, $820,000 contribution from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). The program, orchestrated by MHCC's educational division
- [Montreal is an artist hub, but report puts spotlight on low income: $17,400 is median pay](https://hrnewscanada.com/montreal-is-an-artist-hub-but-report-puts-spotlight-on-low-income-17400-is-median-pay/) - In Montréal, the cultural heart of Quebec, nearly half of the province's professional artists reside and create, contributing significantly to the city's vibrant arts scene. However, a new study reveals a stark contrast in their economic well-being compared to other local workers. According to the latest statistical profile released by the Conseil des arts de
- [Sitting is bad for your health and exercise doesn’t seem to offset the harmful effects](https://hrnewscanada.com/sitting-is-bad-for-your-health-and-exercise-doesnt-seem-to-offset-the-harmful-effects/) - By Daniel Bailey, Brunel University London Advances in technology in recent decades have obviated the need and desire for humans to move. Many of the world’s population sit for long periods throughout the day, whether in front of a computer at work or in front of a TV at home. Given that the human body
- [Stelco Inc. fined $200,000 following fatal conveyor belt incident](https://hrnewscanada.com/stelco-inc-fined-200000-following-fatal-conveyor-belt-incident/) - Stelco Inc., a Hamilton-based steel manufacturing and processing company, has been fined $200,000 after pleading guilty to a workplace safety violation resulting in a fatal incident. The Ontario Court of Justice delivered the verdict on February 26, 2024, with Judge George Gage presiding over the case. The conviction stems from a tragic event on January
- [Delta Elevator Company fined $75,000 for safety violation leading to worker injury](https://hrnewscanada.com/delta-elevator-company-fined-75000-for-safety-violation-leading-to-worker-injury/) - Delta Elevator Company Limited, a Kitchener, Ont.-based firm known for manufacturing, installing, and maintaining elevating devices, has been fined $75,000 following a workplace incident in which a worker was injured. The Ontario Court of Justice, London, handed down the conviction on February 29, 2024, after the company pleaded guilty to failing to install a required
- [B.C. firefighters to receive enhanced mental health support through online program](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-firefighters-to-receive-enhanced-mental-health-support-through-online-program/) - British Columbia's firefighters will have expanded access to psychological wellness training to bolster their mental health resiliency, thanks to the BC Occupational Awareness Training online program. The program, a joint initiative by the BC Municipal Safety Association and First Responder Health, is tailored to help firefighting personnel manage stress and anxiety, addressing the unique challenges
- [UAW’s Southern strategy: Union revs up drive to get workers employed by foreign automakers to join its ranks](https://hrnewscanada.com/uaws-southern-strategy-union-revs-up-drive-to-get-workers-employed-by-foreign-automakers-to-join-its-ranks/) - By Bob Bussel, University of Oregon Persuading Southern autoworkers to join a union remains one of the U.S. labor movement’s most enduring challenges, despite persistent efforts by the United Auto Workers union to organize this workforce. To be sure, the UAW does have members employed by Ford and General Motors at facilities in Kentucky, Texas,
- [Hyundai Auto Canada honoured as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2024](https://hrnewscanada.com/hyundai-auto-canada-honoured-as-one-of-canadas-best-diversity-employers-for-2024/) - In a significant acknowledgment of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. (HAC) has been distinguished as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2024. This prestigious designation, facilitated by Mediacorp and detailed in the Globe and Mail, comes after a detailed evaluation of the company's efforts towards cultivating an equitable, diverse,
- [Unifor members strike at GreenShield Canada offices in Windsor and Toronto](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-members-strike-at-greenshield-canada-offices-in-windsor-and-toronto/) - In a significant labour development, over 600 Unifor union members initiated a strike at GreenShield Canada's offices in Windsor and Toronto shortly after midnight on March 1. This action follows unsuccessful negotiations between the union and the company regarding wage increases, job security, and contracting practices. Unifor National President Lana Payne expressed her disappointment, stating,
- [New study predicts over 100,000 job vacancies in Canadian agriculture by 2030](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-study-predicts-over-100000-job-vacancies-in-canadian-agriculture-by-2030/) - According to the latest findings from the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC), Canada's agricultural sector is facing an impending labour shortage, with over 100,000 jobs expected to remain unfilled by 2030. The CAHRC, in partnership with The Conference Board of Canada, has released a labour market supply and demand forecast revealing a significant 15
- [Creative sentencing: Alberta company ordered to pay $144K to fund training videos, toolbox talk resources after worker injured](https://hrnewscanada.com/creative-sentencing-alberta-company-ordered-to-pay-144k-to-fund-training-videos-toolbox-talk-resources-after-worker-injured/) - In a recent legal proceeding at the Edmonton Court of Justice, Marathon Underground Constructors Corporation was ordered to pay $144,000 following a workplace injury incident. The fine comes as a result of the company's guilty plea to a charge under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, specifically for failing to ensure the health and
- [Paying people to exercise can be motivating, but the financial rewards don’t have to last forever to work](https://hrnewscanada.com/paying-people-to-exercise-can-be-motivating-but-the-financial-rewards-dont-have-to-last-forever-to-work/) - By Marc Mitchell, Western University If physical activity came in a bottle, it would be the most prescribed medicine of all. Just walking 10 more minutes a day may yield clinically significant outcomes such as improved mental health, less pain and better sleep. It can also help prevent and manage more than 100 chronic diseases
- [How open source tech can make Canada’s immigration system fairer](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-open-source-tech-can-make-canadas-immigration-system-fairer/) - Joshua M. Pearce, Western University Federal immigration minister Marc Miller recently announced the government is implementing a two-year cap on the number of international students admitted into Canada. This comes amid the government’s broader changes to the immigration system to streamline the types of people who can settle in Canada. Last year, Immigration, Refugees and
- [Canadian small businesses prioritize payroll excellence amid economic challenges, National Payroll Institute survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-small-businesses-prioritize-payroll-excellence-amid-economic-challenges-national-payroll-institute-survey-finds/) - In recent research by the National Payroll Institute, it has been revealed that Canadian small businesses are emphasizing strong payroll practices amidst challenging economic conditions. The survey indicates that 99% of small businesses prioritize paying their employees accurately and on time, and 96% are confident in their compliance with legislative requirements. Peter Tzanetakis, president of
- [Jamieson Laboratories workers in Windsor, Ont., ratify new collective agreement: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/jamieson-laboratories-workers-in-windsor-ont-ratify-new-collective-agreement-unifor/) - Members of Unifor Local 195, totaling 317 employees at Jamieson Laboratories in Windsor, Ontario, have officially ended a 34-day strike by ratifying a new collective agreement, marking the conclusion of a prolonged period of negotiations. The union members voted in favor of the deal with a 72% majority on March 5. The resolution came after
- [Accessibility remains a back-burner issue for Victoria city council and CRD board](https://hrnewscanada.com/accessibility-remains-a-back-burner-issue-for-victoria-city-council-and-crd-board/) - By Sidney Coles | Capital Daily According to the municipality’s website, the city of Victoria, is “committed to embedding equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces and services.” Those spaces include city council meetings which are accessible in person and online. To facilitate transparency and accountability of the council and the board, meetings
- [McLean & Company highlights job shadowing as key to talent retention](https://hrnewscanada.com/mclean-company-highlights-job-shadowing-as-key-to-talent-retention/) - In light of the constantly changing labor landscape, McLean & Company, a global HR research and advisory firm, has released a new industry resource titled "Job Shadowing Guide." The guide identifies job shadowing as an effective strategy for organizations looking to enhance talent acquisition and retention amidst ongoing HR challenges. The primary reason employees leave
- [Canadian workers divided on AI's future: Calls for investment, education amidst growing concerns](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-workers-divided-on-ais-future-calls-for-investment-education-amidst-growing-concerns/) - In a recent survey commissioned by TECHNATION, a technology industry association, it appears Canadian employees have mixed feelings about artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for society and the workforce. The survey reveals a dichotomy in perception: 57% of Canadian workers are optimistic about AI’s benefits, whereas 61% perceive it as a potential threat. Amid
- [Cindy Carlisle named CHRO at Foot Locker](https://hrnewscanada.com/cindy-carlisle-named-chro-at-foot-locker/) - Cindy Carlisle has assumed the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Foot Locker. "We are thrilled to welcome Cindy to our executive leadership team," said Mary Dillon, President and CEO, Foot Locker, Inc. in an announcement on March 13. "I am confident that Cindy's deep expertise in HR, culture, engagement, and business
- [Why do fewer bisexual people have employer drug coverage?](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-do-fewer-bisexual-people-have-employer-drug-coverage/) - By Brett McKay | St. Albert Gazette Earlier this year, Statistics Canada released a report on gaps in prescription drug coverage in Canada. Eighty per cent of Canadians have some degree of drug coverage through the thousands of private, public, association, or employer-sponsored insurance plans in the country, but inequalities exist in the level and quality of
- [True North under fire for employee treatment, potential policy changes](https://hrnewscanada.com/true-north-under-fire-for-employee-treatment-potential-policy-changes/) - By John Watson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter | Strathmore Times True North, formerly known as the Wheatland Crisis Society, is facing scrutiny from current and former employees for failures by the operating management team and board of directors to create a hospitable workplace environment. Additionally, accusations exist suggesting the shelter is allegedly not adhering to mandated
- [Unifor critical of Bell's handling of terminations via virtual group meetings, says union reps were muted](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-critical-of-bells-handling-of-terminations-via-virtual-group-meetings-says-union-reps-were-muted/) - Unifor is criticizing the way Bell is handling the termination of workers. The union said that "hundreds" of its members were terminated on virtual group meetings on March 20. "These members have been living in dread of a meeting invite to find out they've lost their job since Bell announced the termination of thousands of
- [Alberta hospital support staff ratify collective agreement with province: union](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-hospital-support-staff-ratify-collective-agreement-with-province-union/) - By Aaron Sousa The union representing thousands of front-line hospital workers in Alberta says its new collective agreement with the province has been ratified. In a statement late Friday, the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees says the deal with Alberta Health Services and Lamont Health Care Centre ensures more than 27,000 hospital support staff earn living
- [Union threatens legal action as feds increase public servants' in-office time](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-threatens-legal-action-as-feds-increase-public-servants-in-office-time/) - By Catherine Morrison Canada's largest federal public sector union has filed several unfair labour practice complaints - and another union is warning of a possible strike - as the government moves to increase public servants' in-office time. The federal government is ordering public servants to be in the office at least four days a week starting
- [Uber found liable in Arizona sexual assault case and ordered to pay $8.5 million](https://hrnewscanada.com/uber-found-liable-in-arizona-sexual-assault-case-and-ordered-to-pay-8-5-million/) - By Wyatte Grantham-Philips and Hallie Golde A federal jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million (all figures U.S.) to a woman who says one of its drivers raped her during a 2023 trip. Uber has faced criticism for its safety record, much of it spanning from thousands of incidents of sexual assault reported by both passengers
- [Federal union challenges return-to-office mandate, cites contradictions with Carney's remote work views](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-union-challenges-return-to-office-mandate-cites-contradictions-with-carneys-remote-work-views/) - The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada is demanding the federal government explain its new return-to-office mandate, citing contradictions with Prime Minister Mark Carney's published support for remote work and a lack of transparency in policy planning. The union, which represents over 85,000 public-sector professionals, says the mandate arrives as federal workers face
- [Public servants ordered to work in-office 4 days a week starting in July](https://hrnewscanada.com/public-servants-ordered-to-work-in-office-4-days-a-week-starting-in-july/) - By Catherine Morrison The federal government is ordering public servants to be in the office at least four days a week starting this summer, with executives expected to return to the office full time in May. A Treasury Board message to deputy department heads published Thursday said executives will have to work on-site five days per
- [Canada's unemployment rate falls to 6.5% as fewer workers search for jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-unemployment-rate-falls-to-6-5-as-fewer-workers-search-for-jobs/) - Canada's unemployment rate dropped to 6.5% in January, down 0.3 percentage points from December, as fewer people searched for work, according to Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey released today. The decline marks the lowest unemployment rate since September 2024 and sits 0.6 percentage points below the recent high of 7.1% recorded in August and September
- [Canada must ‘lean into’ economic disruption, BoC’s Macklem urges](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-must-lean-into-economic-disruption-bocs-macklem-urges/) - By Craig Lord Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says businesses ought to “lean into” the forces disrupting the economy or risk failing to adapt. Macklem gave a speech to the Empire Club of Canada in Toronto on Thursday where he told the business crowd how “structural changes” like U.S. tariffs, artificial intelligence and slowing population
- [Striking Laurentian University staff to vote on proposed deal as picketing continues](https://hrnewscanada.com/striking-laurentian-university-staff-to-vote-on-proposed-deal-as-picketing-continues/) - The union representing striking faculty, librarians and counsellors at Laurentian University says the school has proposed a final deal for members to consider this weekend as the strike nears the third-week mark. The Laurentian University Faculty Association says the Sudbury, Ont., school has characterized the deal as "a final 'take it or leave it offer,'"
- [Spain already regularized over half a million undocumented migrants in 2005. Here’s what happened to its economy](https://hrnewscanada.com/spain-already-regularized-over-half-a-million-undocumented-migrants-in-2005-heres-what-happened-to-its-economy/) - By Joan Monras With an upcoming amnesty for an estimated half a million undocumented workers, Spain is charting its own course on immigration policy, while also reinforcing its dependence on migrants to fuel economic growth. “We are strengthening a migration model based on human rights, integration and coexistence, and compatible with economic growth and social
- [Why corporate America is mostly staying quiet as federal immigration agents show up at its doors](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-corporate-america-is-mostly-staying-quiet-as-federal-immigration-agents-show-up-at-its-doors/) - By Alessandro Piazza When U.S. Border Patrol agents entered a Target store in Richfield, Minnesota, in early January, detaining two employees, it marked a new chapter in the relationship between corporate America and the federal government. Across the Twin Cities, federal immigration enforcement operations have turned businesses into sites of confrontation — with agents in
- [Unifor backs federal auto policy but calls for stronger job protections](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-backs-federal-auto-policy-but-calls-for-stronger-job-protections/) - Canada's largest private-sector union says the federal government's new automotive policy contains positive measures but needs stronger action to protect jobs at idled plants in Brampton and Ingersoll. Unifor, which represents 320,000 workers including thousands in the auto sector, released a statement Wednesday welcoming the policy's direction while pressing for tougher conditions on automakers selling
- [Federal labour board dismisses union grievance over COVID-19 vaccination policy](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-labour-board-dismisses-union-grievance-over-covid-19-vaccination-policy/) - The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board has dismissed grievances filed by the Public Service Alliance of Canada challenging mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policies that placed unvaccinated federal employees on unpaid administrative leave. The December 2025 decision, announced Feb. 4 by PSAC in a press release, found that the vaccination policies fell within employer
- [Ex-HBC staff may get a hardship fund to help with bills. Here's how they work](https://hrnewscanada.com/ex-hbc-staff-may-get-a-hardship-fund-to-help-with-bills-heres-how-they-work/) - By Tara Deschamps Ontario's Superior Court is scheduled to decide next week whether to approve a fund the insolvent company will set up to help former Hudson's Bay workers with expenses. The more than 9,300 workers who lost their jobs last year when the company collapsed weren't paid severance and some lost access to long-term disability
- [How Canada’s labour traffickers trap workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-canadas-labour-traffickers-trap-workers/) - By Isaac Phan Nay and Zak Vescera [Editor’s note: This story is a collaboration between the Investigative Journalism Foundation and The Tyee.] Choori Mohamed came to Canada with a dream of finding a job, getting permanent residency and eventually helping his wife and two children emigrate from his home in India. Instead, he said, he went into debt
- [Arbitrator doesn’t fault West Fraser Mills for firing 100 Mile Lumber worker](https://hrnewscanada.com/arbitrator-doesnt-fault-west-fraser-mills-for-firing-100-mile-lumber-worker/) - By Bob Mackin | Prince George Citizen West Fraser Mills was justified in firing a 100 Mile Lumber worker two years ago for uttering a death threat to co-workers, according to an arbitrator’s Jan. 2 decision under the Labour Relations Code. Randall Noonan rejected the grievance by United Steelworkers Local 1-2017 on behalf of Clayton Kinder,
- [Worker’s human rights complaint against Gibraltar Mines carries on in B.C.](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-human-rights-complaint-against-gibraltar-mines-carries-on-in-b-c/) - By Bob Mackin | Prince George Citizen A B.C. Supreme Court judge dismissed a petition by Gibraltar Mines Ltd. and sent a worker’s long-running discrimination complaint back to the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal. In a Dec. 12 verdict, published Jan. 14., Justice Veronica Jackson concluded that Gibraltar did not establish special or exceptional circumstances that would
- [Next study 'critical step' for Kap Paper mill in northern Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/next-study-critical-step-for-kap-paper-mill-in-northern-ontario/) - By Sandi Krasowski | The Chronicle-Journal The Canadian government will spend $7.5 million to support Kap Paper Inc. with a front end engineering design (FEED) study for a new facility in Kapuskasing, Ont. The money, which is delivered through the Strategic Response Fund, is in addition to the government's $10-million grant in October of 2025, which
- [N.L. premier urges Ottawa to negotiate pharmacare funding after province left out of initial agreements](https://hrnewscanada.com/n-l-premier-urges-ottawa-to-negotiate-pharmacare-funding-after-province-left-out-of-initial-agreements/) - Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham has written to Prime Minister Mark Carney calling for immediate federal pharmacare negotiations after Ottawa signed agreements with only four provinces, leaving the Atlantic province without funding for diabetes medications and contraceptives. In a Feb. 3 letter, Wakeham said the federal approach has created inequities in access to essential
- [Quebec organizations launch initiative to increase women business buyers](https://hrnewscanada.com/three-quebec-organizations-launch-initiative-to-increase-women-business-buyers-to-35-percent/) - Nearly 10,000 Quebec businesses plan to sell within the next year, but women account for only 26 percent of business successors — a gap three major organizations are now working to close. BCF Business Law, the Fonds de solidarité FTQ and Repreneuriat Québec launched the Mouvement repreneuriat au féminin (Women in Business Succession Movement) on
- [Labour groups call on Carney to adopt a 'true Team Canada approach' to trade war](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-groups-call-on-carney-to-adopt-a-true-team-canada-approach-to-trade-war/) - By Kyle Duggan As Ottawa prepares for talks with President Donald Trump's White House to review the country's most important trade pact, one part of the economy is warning it feels left out of Team Canada: organized labour. Canadian labour leaders expressed frustration Wednesday with Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal government, accusing it of not being
- [Payroll provider Wagepoint updates brand identity, expands workforce](https://hrnewscanada.com/payroll-provider-wagepoint-updates-brand-identity-expands-workforce/) - Wagepoint has launched a refreshed brand identity as the Calgary-based payroll software provider enters what it calls its next phase of growth. The company, which has served more than 30,000 small businesses and 1,800 accounting and bookkeeping professionals since its 2012 founding, said the updated visual identity reflects its evolution while maintaining its reputation as
- [Medavie Blue Cross launches workplace accommodation service for employers](https://hrnewscanada.com/medavie-blue-cross-launches-workplace-accommodation-service-for-employers/) - Medavie Blue Cross has launched a workplace accommodation service designed to help employers manage employee medical accommodation requests while reducing legal and operational risks. The service, called At-work Accommodation Services, is offered in partnership with Arc Health, a workplace accommodation management company. It provides employers with access to expert guidance on balancing operational needs with
- [Bell Media lays off 20 Unifor members across Canada, says union](https://hrnewscanada.com/bell-media-lays-off-20-unifor-members-across-canada-says-union/) - Bell Media has laid off 20 Unifor members across its national operations, including 11 journalists and nine production staff, the union announced Tuesday. The cuts affect workers in Toronto, North Bay, Halifax and Calgary. Among those laid off are five newly unionized CTV National News members from Unifor Local 79-M in Toronto, according to the
- [AC/DC in surgery and lo-fi beats in the office: What the science says about working to music](https://hrnewscanada.com/ac-dc-in-surgery-and-lo-fi-beats-in-the-office-what-the-science-says-about-working-to-music/) - By Emery Schubert Phil is in prep for surgery. As the anaesthetic is about to be administered, the anaesthetist says: “Oh, and by the way, during the procedure the surgical team will be listening to the hard rock classic, You Shook Me All Night Long.” Does Phil say, “STOP! I’m getting out of here”? Perhaps
- [Age and seniority drive $680,000 wrongful dismissal award for fired IBM executive](https://hrnewscanada.com/age-and-seniority-drive-680000-wrongful-dismissal-award-for-fired-ibm-executive/) - A 59-year-old IBM Canada executive with nearly two decades of service has been awarded $682,151 in damages after an Ontario court found the company wrongfully dismissed him and improperly stripped him of stock compensation worth more than a quarter-million dollars. The Superior Court of Justice awarded the executive director a 24-month notice period, citing his
- [The bully discount: Why bad behaviour pays dividends at the top](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-bully-discount-why-bad-behaviour-pays-dividends-at-the-top/) - I've worked with exactly two workplace bullies in my career. Both were high performers. Both outlasted their targets. And both taught me that the distance between what we say we value and what we actually reward is wider than most HR departments care to admit. The first was brilliant at their job and terrible to
- [Majority of workers say misconduct overlooked when top performers involved: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/majority-of-workers-say-misconduct-overlooked-when-top-performers-involved-survey/) - Most U.S. employees say they feel protected at work, but a new survey reveals significant gaps between perception and reality when it comes to how organizations handle workplace misconduct. According to a survey of 1,000 U.S. employees by TalentLMS, 71 per cent say they feel protected at work. However, the data show workplace misconduct remains
- [Ontario launches $2 million business succession planning hub](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-launches-2-million-business-succession-planning-hub/) - The Ontario government is investing nearly $2 million to create the province's first business succession planning services hub to help entrepreneurs prepare for ownership transitions. Succession Ontario, delivered by the Kingston Economic Development Corporation, provides online tools and resources to help business owners understand the requirements for selling or exiting their businesses. Small Business Enterprise
- [One in 11 Canadians experienced persistent low income from 2016 to 2022: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/one-in-11-canadians-experienced-persistent-low-income-from-2016-to-2022-statscan/) - Nine percent of Canadian tax filers aged 15 and older experienced persistent low income from 2016 to 2022, falling below the low-income threshold for at least four of the seven years studied. A Statistics Canada study released today examined patterns of low-income persistence across different demographic groups using data from the 2016 Census and the
- [Minute Maid layoffs in Peterborough, Ont., cut from 38 to six workers: UFCW](https://hrnewscanada.com/minute-maid-layoffs-in-peterborough-ont-cut-from-38-to-six-workers-ufcw/) - A union representing food production workers said it has reduced the number of permanent layoffs at Minute Maid's Peterborough, Ont., facility to six employees, down from an initial 38 workers who faced job loss. United Food & Commercial Workers Local 175 negotiated the retention of 32 positions after Minute Maid notified the union of planned
- [Accessibility Standards Canada signs partnership with New Brunswick](https://hrnewscanada.com/accessibility-standards-canada-signs-partnership-with-new-brunswick/) - Accessibility Standards Canada and New Brunswick's Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour have signed a memorandum of understanding to coordinate development of accessibility standards across jurisdictions. The agreement, signed Sept. 21, 2025, establishes a five-year framework for sharing research, aligning standards and reducing duplication between federal and provincial accessibility initiatives. The partnership aims to
- [IBM launches global call for AI projects to close education-workforce gap](https://hrnewscanada.com/ibm-launches-global-call-for-ai-projects-to-close-education-workforce-gap/) - IBM has opened a request for proposals for nonprofits and government organizations to develop artificial intelligence solutions addressing the growing disconnect between workplace skills and education systems. The IBM Impact Accelerator program will select organizations to receive two-year technology grants focused on AI-driven education and workforce development. Selected participants will gain access to IBM's watsonx
- [SaskPower, BHP among firms named to top Sakatchewan's Top Employers for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskpower-bhp-among-firms-named-to-top-sakatchewans-top-employers-for-2026/) - Saskatchewan employers are investing in benefits and workplace improvements despite global economic headwinds, according to the organizers of an annual employer recognition program. Mediacorp Canada Inc. announced Saskatchewan's Top Employers (2026) today, marking the 21st year of the competition that evaluates workplaces across eight criteria including benefits, training and community involvement. "Saskatchewan is fortunate to
- [Saskatchewan Blue Cross receives top employer award for 10th straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-blue-cross-receives-top-employer-award-for-10th-straight-year/) - Saskatchewan Blue Cross has been named one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers for the 10th consecutive year, a milestone that coincides with the organization's 80th anniversary in 2026. The Saskatoon-based not-for-profit health benefits provider serves more than 200,000 members across the province. The award recognizes employers that demonstrate innovation, strong values and employee support. "Being named
- [Desjardins named one of Canada's top employers for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/desjardins-named-one-of-canadas-top-employers-for-2026/) - Desjardins Group has been recognized as one of Canada's top employers by Forbes and Mediacorp in 2026, continuing a decade-long trend of workplace awards for the Montreal-based financial cooperative. The company received multiple employer recognition awards this year, including Canada's Top Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People from Mediacorp. Desjardins also earned Platinum
- [Transit workers in Vancouver raise cost of living and safety concerns in contract talks](https://hrnewscanada.com/transit-workers-in-vancouver-raise-cost-of-living-and-safety-concerns-in-contract-talks/) - Transit workers in Metro Vancouver have begun contract negotiations with Coast Mountain Bus Company, with cost of living pressures and health and safety issues among the key priorities raised on the first day of talks. Unifor Locals 111 and 2200, representing nearly 5,000 workers, are negotiating jointly with the company, a subsidiary of TransLink. The
- [Thousands of Alberta government employees return to offices as hybrid work plan ends](https://hrnewscanada.com/thousands-of-alberta-government-employees-return-to-offices-as-hybrid-work-plan-ends/) - Thousands of Alberta government workers, including probation and conservation officers and administrative staff, returned to work in their offices full time Monday. Sunday marked the official end of the province’s hybrid-work option, which was implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees says many workers are unhappy with the full-time arrangement.
- [Less than half of Canadian workers have employer pension plan, IG Wealth study finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/less-than-half-of-canadian-workers-have-employer-pension-plan-ig-wealth-study-finds/) - Less than half of non-retired Canadians have an employer-sponsored pension plan, leaving many unprepared for retirement as the country faces a major generational shift in retirement planning, according to IG Wealth Management's annual retirement study. The study found 48 per cent of non-retirees have a workplace pension plan, whether defined benefit or defined contribution. The
- [GO Transit to run 'modified schedule' after Toronto train derailment: CEO](https://hrnewscanada.com/go-transit-to-run-modified-schedule-after-toronto-train-derailment-ceo/) - GO Transit says it's running on a special schedule today after a train derailment Monday threw the morning commute into chaos across the network. On social media, Metrolinx CEO Michael Lindsay says the derailed train was put back on the tracks late Monday. He says transit service will run on a modified service and commuters
- [One worker killed, another hurt by rolling pipe at Cenovus oilsands site](https://hrnewscanada.com/one-worker-killed-another-hurt-by-rolling-pipe-at-cenovus-oilsands-site/) - Cenovus Energy Inc. says one worker was killed and another was injured late last week at an oilsands site in northeastern Alberta. The Calgary-based company says they were employed by a third-party contractor at the Christina Lake North site south of Fort McMurray, Alta. Alberta Occupational Health and Safety says the workers were struck by
- [Winter changes more than the weather — it changes how we connect. Here’s how to stay socially engaged](https://hrnewscanada.com/winter-changes-more-than-the-weather-it-changes-how-we-connect-heres-how-to-stay-socially-engaged/) - By Kiffer George Card Throughout Earth’s history, life in temperate and polar zones has had to contend with the cold and darkness of winter. Across species, seasonal adaptation is the norm. Some animals hibernate, others migrate, and many reduce activity, conserve energy, and narrow their social and ecological range until conditions improve. These strategies evolved
- [Tariffs are reshaping Canadian manufacturing, but not all workers are being impacted the same way](https://hrnewscanada.com/tariffs-are-reshaping-canadian-manufacturing-but-not-all-workers-are-being-impacted-the-same-way/) - By Marshia Akbar and Devaanshi Khanzode American tariffs have reshaped Canada’s manufacturing sector, but labour-market impacts have not been evenly shared across workers. The United States imposed tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, automobiles and auto parts as part of a broader protectionist push under Donald Trump’s administration. Canada’s government responded with its own counter-tariffs and
- [LinkedIn beefs up security measures to fight fraud and scams in job postings](https://hrnewscanada.com/linkedin-beefs-up-security-measures-to-fight-fraud-and-scams-in-job-postings/) - More than half of workers globally plan to look for a new job in 2026, according to LinkedIn Research, while the number of U.S. applicants per role has doubled since spring 2022. The competitive job market has left some candidates vulnerable to scams, prompting LinkedIn to implement new safety features for job seekers, Oscar Rodriguez,
- [Employment law shakeup: Key changes in 2025 and what to expect in 2026 (Webinar)](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-law-shakeup-key-changes-in-2025-and-what-to-expect-in-2026-webinar/) - Watch the on-demand video of the session, featuring Lai-King Hum, founder of Hum Law Firm: Transcript Editor's note: The following is an unedited, auto-generated transcript. Please check against delivery in the video. Todd Humber: All right, I can see we've got people starting to come into the room, so I think we are ready to
- [Labor Department delays January jobs report because of partial shutdown](https://hrnewscanada.com/labor-department-delays-january-jobs-report-because-of-partial-shutdown/) - By Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — The Labor Department, citing the partial federal government shutdown, said Monday that it will not release the January jobs report on Friday as scheduled. In a statement, the department's Bureau of Labor Statistics said: “Once funding is restored, BLS will resume normal operations and notify the public of any changes
- [Disabled train west of Toronto's Union Station causing major delays, commuter chaos](https://hrnewscanada.com/disabled-train-west-of-torontos-union-station-causing-major-delays-commuter-chaos/) - GO Transit riders are facing significant delays after a train was disabled near Canada’s largest train station in downtown Toronto Monday morning. An alert posted on the GO Transit website says repair crews are working to resolve the issue but commuters should expect delays of up to two hours. It says trains will not be
- [Lakeshore, Ont., hires veteran HR leader Norbert Wolf as new executive director](https://hrnewscanada.com/lakeshore-ont-hires-veteran-hr-leader-norbert-wolf-as-new-executive-director/) - By Saeed Akhtar | Lakeshore News Reporter The Municipality of Lakeshore in southwestern Ontario has appointed Norbert Wolf as its new executive director of human resources, effective Feb. 17, 2026. Wolf brings more than two decades of senior HR leadership experience to the role and will join the municipality’s leadership team after serving most recently as employee relations
- [Review of uncertified teachers ordered in Manitoba following investigation by media](https://hrnewscanada.com/review-of-uncertified-teachers-ordered-in-manitoba-following-investigation-by-media/) - By Maggie Macintosh | Winnipeg Free Press Manitoba has issued new marching orders for school divisions to undertake deep dives into their employees’ credentials following a Free Press exposé. Education Minister Tracy Schmidt penned a memo to superintendents this week asking them to investigate all files belonging to uncertified teachers working in their kindergarten-to-Grade 12 buildings. The mandatory
- [Head office locations in Canada decline, but employment continues to grow: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/head-office-locations-in-canada-decline-but-employment-continues-to-grow-statscan/) - The number of head office locations in Canada fell 0.3% in 2024, dropping from 2,875 to 2,865, according to new Statistics Canada data. Despite the decline in locations, head office employment grew 1.4% to 269,908 employees. Ontario, Quebec and Alberta accounted for four in five head office employees nationally in 2024. Ontario held the largest
- [Only five per cent of Canadian organizations have skills, staff for priority projects: Robert Half](https://hrnewscanada.com/only-five-per-cent-of-canadian-organizations-have-skills-staff-for-priority-projects-robert-half/) - Canadian businesses are entering 2026 facing widening skills gaps, with only five per cent of organizations reporting they have the necessary skills and headcount to complete high-priority projects, according to new research from Robert Half. Of the 1,500 hiring managers surveyed, nearly six in 10 reported having skills gaps in their department, and 58 per
- [Canadian executives bet on AI despite economic uncertainty, IBM study finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-executives-bet-on-ai-despite-economic-uncertainty-ibm-study-finds/) - Canadian business leaders are entering 2026 with strong confidence in their organizations despite widespread pessimism about the global economy, according to new research from IBM's Institute of Business Value. While only 42 per cent of Canadian executives are optimistic about the global economy, 84 per cent are confident in their organization's performance this year, the
- [Two-thirds say saving for retirement is harder than it was for their parents: BMO](https://hrnewscanada.com/two-thirds-say-saving-for-retirement-is-harder-than-it-was-for-their-parents-bmo/) - A new report says two-thirds Canadians surveyed say saving for retirement is harder than it was for their parents. The report by BMO said 73 per cent of millennials surveyed believe retirement planning will be more difficult than it was for their parents followed by generation X at 67 per cent, generation Z at 61
- [Hydro One professional employees ratify new three-year contract](https://hrnewscanada.com/hydro-one-professional-employees-ratify-new-three-year-contract/) - About 10,100 employees represented by the Society of United Professionals have ratified a new collective agreement with Hydro One Inc., the company announced Jan. 30. The agreement, which was tentatively reached on Jan. 12, takes effect retroactively from Oct. 1, 2025, and runs until March 31, 2028. It covers employees in engineering, supervisory and other
- ['Dire straits': Calgary police chief wants staffing boost over next four years](https://hrnewscanada.com/dire-straits-calgary-police-chief-wants-staffing-boost-over-next-four-years/) - By Bill Graveland A large sign on the front doors of the Calgary Police Service headquarters doesn’t mince words: "We are hiring." "We're the third largest municipal police service in the country,” Chief Const. Katie McLellan said in an interview. “When you look at that and look at our population, we're in dire straits with respect
- [Mississauga, Ont., restaurant ordered to pay servers $16K for improperly distributed tips](https://hrnewscanada.com/mississauga-ont-restaurant-ordered-to-pay-servers-16k-for-improperly-distributed-tips/) - A Mississauga restaurant has been ordered to pay two former servers more than $16,000 after the Ontario Labour Relations Board found it failed to prove it had a proper tip distribution policy and improperly allocated roughly one-third of the tip pool to management. The tribunal ruled Sultan Ahmet Turkish Cuisine violated the Employment Standards Act
- [Nearly half of job seekers use resumes longer than one page as ATS anxiety grows: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-half-of-job-seekers-use-resumes-longer-than-one-page-as-ats-anxiety-grows-survey/) - Nearly half of U.S. job seekers now use resumes longer than one page, marking a shift away from traditional resume norms as concerns about automated screening systems reach record levels. According to Monster's 2026 State of Resumes Report, 49 per cent of job seekers use resumes longer than one page, including 30 per cent whose
- [New Brunswick wage growth hits 3.7%, youth employment target missed](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswick-wage-growth-hits-3-7-youth-employment-target-missed/) - New Brunswick's average weekly earnings grew 3.7% in 2024, surpassing the provincial government's 3% annual target, according to data released with Premier Susan Holt's state of the province address on Jan. 29. The wage growth figure, which includes regular wages, salaries, overtime pay, commissions, bonuses and paid absences, exceeded the government's target for 2025 through
- [Canada Post, union finalize outstanding contractual language in tentative deals](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-post-union-finalize-outstanding-contractual-language-in-tentative-deals/) - Canada Post and the union representing thousands of its mail carriers say they have finalized outstanding contractual language in the tentative agreements reached last month that would end more than two years of labour strife. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says the contractual language deals with clauses related to the short-term disability program and
- [National video contest challenges youth to promote workplace safety](https://hrnewscanada.com/national-video-contest-challenges-youth-to-promote-workplace-safety/) - The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety is inviting students and youth across Canada to create videos about workplace safety as part of the 2026 Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest. The contest challenges participants to create original videos showing the importance of working safely on the job. Young workers face higher rates of
- [Organizations failing to learn from crises despite growing disruption, study finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/organizations-failing-to-learn-from-crises-despite-growing-disruption-study-finds/) - Most organizations lack the structured processes needed to learn from crises and disruptions, leaving them vulnerable to repeating the same failures, according to new research from McLean & Company. The global HR research and advisory firm found that while workplace disruptions have become more frequent, only 34% of HR teams have increased their focus on
- [Dow to eliminate 4,500 roles in $2 billion transformation program as it leverages AI](https://hrnewscanada.com/dow-to-eliminate-4500-roles-in-2-billion-transformation-program-as-it-leverages-ai/) - Dow will eliminate approximately 4,500 positions as part of a restructuring initiative aimed at generating at least $2 billion in near-term operational earnings improvements through streamlined processes, artificial intelligence adoption and cost reductions. The chemical manufacturer announced Transform to Outperform on Jan. 29, targeting the changes over a three-year period ending in 2028. The company
- [Survey says Alberta's use of notwithstanding clause worsened teacher morale](https://hrnewscanada.com/survey-says-albertas-use-of-notwithstanding-clause-worsened-teacher-morale/) - By Somya Lohia | Shootin' the Breeze The Alberta Teachers’ Association is calling on the provincial government to take immediate action to address what it describes as a “polycrisis” in Alberta classrooms. The call follows the ATA’s fall 2025 Pulse Research survey, which found that 95 per cent of teachers report feeling stressed, while 94 per
- [GM set to end third shift in Oshawa, Ont., putting hundreds out of work](https://hrnewscanada.com/gm-set-to-end-third-shift-in-oshawa-ont-putting-hundreds-out-of-work/) - General Motors is set to cut the third shift at its Oshawa Assembly Plant on Friday, putting hundreds of workers at the plant out of a job. Unifor says more than 700 direct jobs at the plant are affected, plus hundreds more lost at companies that supply the factory. GM says about 500 employees
- [Laid-off Ubisoft workers rally, call on video game developer to reopen in Halifax](https://hrnewscanada.com/laid-off-ubisoft-workers-rally-call-on-video-game-developer-to-reopen-in-halifax/) - By Lyndsay Armstrong A crowd of more than 50 Ubisoft workers and supporters braved the cold at a rally Thursday in downtown Halifax, urging the video game developer to reopen the studio that closed earlier this month after a successful union drive. Camille Hunt, who worked as a junior associate producer at Ubisoft in Halifax until
- [Protest campaign planned as Alberta government workers return to office: union](https://hrnewscanada.com/protest-campaign-planned-as-alberta-government-workers-return-to-office-union/) - By Fakiha Baig Alberta’s 9,000 unionized provincial employees are going back to the office full time starting this weekend, but not without a brown bag protest. Bobby-Joe Borodey, vice-president of the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees, says workers are planning to place the bags on their desk with a note stating: "Hybrid work tastes better." Borodey
- [Quebec private doctors challenge law forcing five years of public system work](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-private-doctors-challenge-law-forcing-five-years-of-public-system-work/) - Quebec's private doctors federation is mounting a legal challenge against a law that requires all new doctors to practice in the province's public system for five years. The Fédération des médecins en pratique privée du Québec is asking Superior Court for a stay on the measure, which they describe as unjustified and discriminatory. They are
- [Industry season four exposes the Faustian bargain of modern work culture](https://hrnewscanada.com/industry-season-four-exposes-the-faustian-bargain-of-modern-work-culture/) - By Peter Watt When Industry first aired in 2020 it seemed, ostensibly, to be a drama about a recent cohort of ambitious young graduates entering the cut-throat world of investment banking. But as the opening season unfolded and its central characters were established, it became clear that although the trading floor of the fictional-but-all-so-familiar Pierpoint
- [Reducing red tape to get things done in Nova Scotia](https://hrnewscanada.com/reducing-red-tape-to-get-things-done-in-nova-scotia/) - By Timothy Halman, Minister of Service Efficiency This Red Tape Awareness Week is a reminder that outdated rules don’t just create frustration – they slow down the construction of homes and hospitals, delay access to care and discourage investment in industries like resource development that are essential to building a future-ready province. That’s why we’ve
- [Canada lost 26,200 payroll jobs in November despite wage growth: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-lost-26200-payroll-jobs-in-november-despite-wage-growth-statscan/) - Canadian employers cut 26,200 payroll positions in November, offsetting the previous month's gain, while average weekly earnings continued climbing amid a cooling labour market. The decline in payroll employment represented a 0.1% drop from October, when the country added 11,900 jobs, according to Statistics Canada data released Jan. 29. Despite the monthly loss, payroll employment
- [Study finds boards in emerging markets face compounding pressures from global, local risks](https://hrnewscanada.com/study-finds-boards-in-emerging-markets-face-compounding-pressures-from-global-local-risks/) - Corporate boards in emerging markets are confronting an era of sustained uncertainty driven by geopolitical volatility, economic disruption, technological change, climate risks and evolving societal expectations, according to a new global study. The report, published by Boston Consulting Group, Heidrick & Struggles and the INSEAD Corporate Governance Centre, found that uncertainty today differs from traditional
- [Construction sector's GDP rises, but still facing tariff, labour challenges: report](https://hrnewscanada.com/construction-sectors-gdp-rises-but-still-facing-tariff-labour-challenges-report/) - By Sammy Hudes Canada's construction sector generated growth in its most recent quarter but continues to face rising costs, especially due to ongoing tariffs. The Canadian Construction Association's winter 2026 economic insights report said the sector's GDP was $170 billion in the third quarter, up 1.3 per cent compared with the previous three-month period and outpacing
- [Post-secondary school in Manitoba to wind down operations due to enrolment drop](https://hrnewscanada.com/post-secondary-school-in-manitoba-to-wind-down-operations-due-to-enrolment-drop/) - By Brittany Hobson A post-secondary institute in Manitoba is winding down operations, with the provincial government blaming a federal cap on international student visas as the reason for the closure. The Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology announced Wednesday in a memo on its website that rapid and ongoing changes to the international student program "have
- [Montreal-area public transit agency Exo cutting jobs amid sector-wide budget crunch](https://hrnewscanada.com/montreal-area-public-transit-agency-exo-cutting-jobs-amid-sector-wide-budget-crunch/) - By Morgan Lowrie Montreal-area transit service Exo is cutting dozens of jobs and is warning of future service reductions, as Quebec's public transportation sector continues to struggle under a persistent funding shortfall. Exo's 2026 budget includes plans to cut its workforce by about 11 per cent, or 73 jobs, as it reduces its overall budget by
- [U.S. applications for jobless benefits, a proxy for layoffs, tick down to 209,000 last week.](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-applications-for-jobless-benefits-a-proxy-for-layoffs-tick-down-to-209000-last-week/) - By Matt Ott WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week, remaining at historically healthy levels despite recent high-profile layoff announcements. Applications for jobless aid for the week ending Jan. 24 fell by 1,000 to 209,000 from the previous week’s number which was revised upward by 10,000, the Labor Department reported
- [Employers struggle to align benefits with workforce expectations, finds HR News Canada-Venngo survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/employers-struggle-to-align-benefits-with-workforce-expectations-finds-hr-news-canada-venngo-survey/) - Canadian organizations recognize the importance of flexible, personalized benefits for employee retention, yet most haven't made the shift from traditional one-size-fits-all programs. That's one of the takeaways from PerkShift: The Evolution of Employee Benefits, a national survey of HR professionals and employers conducted by HR News Canada in partnership with Venngo, a provider of perks
- [Alberta employers increase training investment as province leads job growth](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-employers-increase-training-investment-as-province-leads-job-growth/) - Alberta's top employers are expanding training and skills development programs as the province records the country's highest employment growth and continues to attract workers to its young, fast-growing workforce. The 2026 edition of Alberta's Top Employers, announced today by Mediacorp Canada Inc., highlights how employers are responding to tight labour markets with in-house training programs,
- [VCA Canada named Alberta's top employer for third consecutive year](https://hrnewscanada.com/vca-canada-named-albertas-top-employer-for-third-consecutive-year/) - VCA Canada has been recognized as one of Alberta's Top Employers for 2026, marking the third straight year the veterinary company has earned the distinction. The Calgary-based company was selected by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers, who organize the annual competition. Winners are chosen based on eight criteria, including health and wellness benefits,
- [Food inspection agency to cut more than 1,300 jobs, says union](https://hrnewscanada.com/food-inspection-agency-to-cut-more-than-1300-jobs-says-union/) - By Catherine Morrison The union representing employees at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency says staff have been told there will be 1,371 agency jobs cut as part of the government's cost-cutting exercise. The Agriculture Union says it "categorically denounces" the cuts, which it says point toward a "looming food safety crisis" in Canada. Milton Dyck, national
- [BC café owner fails to overturn payroll penalties after claiming investigation was too casual](https://hrnewscanada.com/bc-cafe-owner-fails-to-overturn-payroll-penalties-after-claiming-investigation-was-too-casual/) - A British Columbia business owner who described an employment standards investigation as "nonchalant and conversational" has lost an appeal of $1,000 in penalties for failing to keep payroll records and pay severance to a teenage employee. The Employment Standards Tribunal dismissed all grounds of appeal by Broughton & Broughton, which operated the Lions Bay General
- [Worker loses EI appeal after refusing employer's return-to-office directive](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-loses-ei-appeal-after-refusing-employers-return-to-office-directive/) - A worker who refused to comply with her employer's instruction to work in the office at least one day per week has been denied Employment Insurance benefits after a federal tribunal found she was dismissed for misconduct. The Social Security Tribunal of Canada's Appeal Division refused the worker permission to appeal a lower decision, concluding
- [Unifor begins bargaining for 6,000 Air Canada customer service agents](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-begins-bargaining-for-6000-air-canada-customer-service-agents/) - Unifor opened collective bargaining with Air Canada today on behalf of nearly 6,000 customer service agents who work at airports, call centres and in customer relations across the country. The negotiations cover Unifor Local 2002 members who perform essential customer service and operational support, assisting passengers with ticketing, reservations, travel changes and Aeroplan reward travel.
- [HR teams struggle to scale AI beyond pilot projects despite rising investment](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-teams-struggle-to-scale-ai-beyond-pilot-projects-despite-rising-investment/) - Most HR organizations are still in early stages of artificial intelligence adoption, with only 11 per cent integrating AI into core processes, according to Avature's AI Impact Report 2026. The study of more than 180 HR and talent acquisition professionals found that while 88 per cent of organizations expect to increase AI investment, approximately half
- [Global labour conference signs 90 agreements expected to benefit 6 million people](https://hrnewscanada.com/global-labour-conference-signs-90-agreements-expected-to-benefit-6-million-people/) - The Global Labor Market Conference concluded in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, today with 90 strategic agreements and memoranda of understanding signed between government entities and the private sector. The agreements are expected to benefit more than 6 million people within and beyond Saudi Arabia. They focus on skills development, digital transformation, flexible employment opportunities and sector-specific
- [Employee turnover costs Canadian companies more than $30K per departure as wages set to rise](https://hrnewscanada.com/employee-turnover-costs-canadian-companies-more-than-30k-per-departure-as-wages-set-to-rise/) - Canadian employers are bracing for higher employee turnover in 2026, with the average cost of replacing a worker climbing to $30,680, according to a new survey from Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll. Nearly one in three hiring managers (28 per cent) expect turnover to increase this year, up from last year's figures. The rising
- [Winnipeg's Red River College Polytechnic to grant staff bereavement leave for non-blood relations](https://hrnewscanada.com/winnipegs-red-river-college-polytechnic-to-grant-staff-bereavement-leave-for-non-blood-relations/) - By Maggie Macintosh | Winnipeg Free Press Red River College Polytechnic employees can now take paid time off to mourn a non-blood relative who is akin to family to them. Union and post-secondary leaders celebrated that change, among others that came out of their new, reconciliation-forward approach to contract talks, on Monday. “There’s a Western view
- [New immigration access program aims to enhance employer services across Cape Breton](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-immigration-access-program-aims-to-enhance-employer-services-across-cape-breton/) - By Adam McNamara | The Advocate CAPE BRETON, Nova Scotia — The launch of a new program called Access+ is introducing an expanded immigration service model designed to better support employers across Cape Breton Island. The program, delivered through the Cape Breton Partnership’s Immigration Advisory Services, focuses on strengthening long-term workforce sustainability while responding to growing
- [Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/amazon-cuts-about-16000-corporate-jobs-in-the-latest-round-of-layoffs/) - Amazon is slashing about 16,000 corporate jobs in the second round of mass layoffs for the ecommerce company in three months. The tech giant has said it plans to use generative artificial intelligence to replace corporate workers. It has also been reducing a workforce that swelled during the pandemic. Beth Galetti, a senior vice president at Amazon,
- [Canadian pensions diverging in climate approach: report](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-pensions-diverging-in-climate-approach-report/) - An advocacy group says there's an increasing divergence on how big public pensions in Canada are approaching climate action. The group, called Shift: Action for Pension Wealth and Planet Health, says in its annual ranking that La Caisse is showing the best results yet while CPPIB is falling behind. Shift says it lowered CPPIB's ranking
- [B.C. paramedics and emergency dispatchers set February date for strike vote](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-paramedics-and-emergency-dispatchers-set-february-date-for-strike-vote/) - The union representing ambulance paramedics and emergency dispatchers in British Columbia says its more than 6,000 members will be taking a strike vote in early February. Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia says the vote will happen Feb. 2, after negotiations for a new collective agreement hit "an impasse" last week. President Jason Jackson says in
- [Union questions why Global Affairs issuing layoff warnings before policy review](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-questions-why-global-affairs-issuing-layoff-warnings-before-policy-review/) - By Dylan Robertson and Catherine Morrison Thousands of employees at Global Affairs Canada have been issued notices warning they may lose their jobs, months before a foreign policy review is completed to give the department updated priorities. Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the department has the broad outlines of Canada's foreign policy which can shape
- [IRS faces stiff challenges in 2026 tax season due to workforce cuts and new laws, a watchdog says](https://hrnewscanada.com/irs-faces-stiff-challenges-in-2026-tax-season-due-to-workforce-cuts-and-new-laws-a-watchdog-says/) - By Fatima Hussein WASHINGTON (AP) — The national taxpayer advocate is cautioning that the 2026 tax filing season is likely to present challenges for taxpayers who encounter problems with filing their taxes given the exodus of IRS workers since the start of the Trump administration. National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins released her annual report to Congress on
- [26 million American workers expected to miss work day after Super Bowl](https://hrnewscanada.com/26-million-american-workers-expected-to-miss-work-day-after-super-bowl/) - A record 26.2 million U.S. employees plan to miss work the day after Super Bowl LX, according to UKG's annual absenteeism survey, potentially costing businesses up to $5.2 billion in lost productivity. The figure surpasses last year's record of 22.6 million employees and marks the second consecutive year of record-breaking post-Super Bowl absence rates, according
- [AIMCo named top employer for young people for third straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/aimco-named-top-employer-for-young-people-for-third-straight-year/) - The Alberta Investment Management Corporation has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for the third consecutive year and one of Alberta's Top 85 Employers for the twelfth year. The awards were announced by Mediacorp, the team behind the Canada's Top 100 Employers project. What the company offers AIMCo provides wellness,
- [Federal government cuts 665 positions at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada: Labour group](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-cuts-665-positions-at-agriculture-and-agri-food-canada-labour-group/) - The federal government is eliminating approximately 665 positions at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and closing or reducing operations at seven agricultural research facilities, affecting 1,050 employees. The cuts were approved through the federal cabinet expenditure review process and will impact facilities in Alberta and Saskatchewan, including the Lacombe Research and Development Centre, the Indian Head
- [RBC commits $1.5 million annually to scholarship program targeting skills gap](https://hrnewscanada.com/rbc-commits-1-5-million-annually-to-scholarship-program-targeting-skills-gap/) - Royal Bank of Canada has launched a three-tier scholarship program that will provide more than $1.5 million annually to 640 Canadians pursuing education and skills training. The RBC Next Step Scholarships, developed with Universities Canada, respond to projections of a 15 per cent disruption in Canada's labour force over the next decade, according to the
- [SEIU Healthcare secures $1.3 million to train 100 internationally educated nurses in Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/seiu-healthcare-secures-1-3-million-to-train-100-internationally-educated-nurses-in-ontario/) - The SEIU Healthcare Training Centre has received $1.3 million from the federal government's Future Skills Centre to expand training programs for 100 internationally educated nurses in Ontario. The funding will allow the training centre to grow its IEN Career Pathway Program, which helps foreign-trained nurses obtain licensure and enter Ontario's healthcare workforce. The program provides
- [B.C. government workers earn 4.4% more than private sector employees: Fraser Institute](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-government-workers-earn-4-4-more-than-private-sector-employees-fraser-institute/) - Government workers in British Columbia earn 4.4 per cent higher wages on average than comparable private-sector employees, according to a new study from the Fraser Institute. The study analyzed 2024 data from Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey and found the wage gap persists across federal, provincial and municipal government workers in the province. Even after
- [White men held less than half the board seats on the top 50 Fortune list for the third straight year — but their numbers are rising](https://hrnewscanada.com/white-men-held-less-than-half-the-board-seats-on-the-top-50-fortune-list-for-the-third-straight-year-but-their-numbers-are-rising/) - By Richie Zweigenhaft Historically, corporate board rooms have been mostly white and mostly male. Yet the trend started shifting in the 1970s, in part due to gains from the civil rights era and pro-diversity efforts by activists and business groups. I have been monitoring the degree of diversity in the corporate and political worlds for
- [Union, farm groups say cuts at federal agriculture centres will set sector back](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-farm-groups-say-cuts-at-federal-agriculture-centres-will-set-sector-back/) - By Jeremy Simes The union representing workers at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and some farming groups are firing back at Ottawa over abrupt job cuts and closures. The Agriculture Union said Monday the decision to shutter seven of the department's research operations will set the sector back by decades. “We have been warning the federal government
- [N.B. trucking companies urge additional government action on the Driver Inc. model](https://hrnewscanada.com/n-b-trucking-companies-urge-additional-government-action-on-the-driver-inc-model/) - By Remko van Rhijn | River Valley Sun Trucking companies across New Brunswick and the Maritimes welcome Ottawa’s recent crackdown on the so-called Driver Inc. model, but warn that without sustained, targeted enforcement, the damage to local carriers and the communities that rely on them will continue. Under the Driver Inc model, trucking companies treat drivers
- [The India-U.K. trade deal is a prime opportunity to protect to some of the world’s most vulnerable workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-india-u-k-trade-deal-is-a-prime-opportunity-to-protect-to-some-of-the-worlds-most-vulnerable-workers/) - By Pankhuri Agarwal A new trade agreement between India and the UK is due to come into force this year. The deal is expected to completely remove tariffs from nearly 99% of Indian goods, including clothing and footwear, that are headed for the UK. In both countries, this has been widely celebrated as a win
- [GST credit hike won't solve affordability challenges alone: expert](https://hrnewscanada.com/gst-credit-hike-wont-solve-affordability-challenges-alone-expert/) - By Sammy Hudes Proposed changes to the GST credit announced Monday by Prime Minister Mark Carney should provide some relief for lower-income Canadians, but some experts question how meaningful those savings will be. Carney unveiled a 25 per cent hike to the GST credit in a temporary move set to last for five years, which will
- [Worker equity touted as part of solution to mill shutdowns in Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-equity-touted-as-part-of-solution-to-mill-shutdowns-in-ontario/) - By Mike Stimpson | Thunder Bay Source KENORA, Ont. — Ontario New Democrats and union leaders say government should find ways to keep mills in Ear Falls, Ignace and elsewhere open, but with more worker involvement. “The bottom line is that when things are run on the corporate bottom lines only, communities get left behind, workers lose jobs,
- [What’s really behind the pilot shortage in Canada?](https://hrnewscanada.com/whats-really-behind-the-pilot-shortage-in-canada/) - By Isaac Phan Nay | The Tyee The world’s largest pilots’ union wants you to rethink Canada’s pilot shortage. Industry experts say the demand for business and passenger flights is outpacing the number of new pilots entering the field worldwide. Here in Canada, airlines report struggling to hire pilots already in the country. Dozens of employers
- [Oprah Winfrey to speak at SHRM conference in Orlando](https://hrnewscanada.com/oprah-winfrey-to-speak-at-shrm-conference-in-orlando/) - Media leader and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey will deliver a keynote address at the SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2026 in Orlando on June 19. Winfrey will participate in a moderated conversation titled "Leading with Vision: Building Cultures That Inspire, Include, and Transform" on the conference's main stage. The session will close out the five-day event,
- [40 labour ministers agree on 6 priorities to strengthen global workforce systems](https://hrnewscanada.com/40-labour-ministers-agree-on-6-priorities-to-strengthen-global-workforce-systems/) - Labour ministers from 40 countries meeting in Riyadh agreed on six priority actions to address workforce challenges including artificial intelligence governance, skills recognition and social protection systems. The ministerial roundtable concluded today at the Global Labor Market Conference, chaired by Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi, Saudi Arabia's minister of human resources and social development. Participants
- [Bank of Canada expected to keep key rate steady this week — and maybe all year long](https://hrnewscanada.com/bank-of-canada-expected-to-keep-key-rate-steady-this-week-and-maybe-all-year-long/) - By Craig Lord Many economists expect no change in the Bank of Canada's benchmark interest rate later this week — and, possibly, for the rest of the year. The central bank will make its first interest rate decision of 2026 on Wednesday. Financial market odds for a rate hold this week stood at nearly 89 per
- [Minnesota CEOs issue joint letter urging de-escalation in Minnesota after shooting](https://hrnewscanada.com/minnesota-ceos-issue-joint-letter-urging-de-escalation-in-minnesota-after-shooting/) - By Mae Anderson NEW YORK (AP) — More than 60 CEOs of Minnesota-based companies including Target, Best Buy and UnitedHealth signed an open letter posted on the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce website on Sunday calling for state, local and federal officials to work together, as businesses grapple with how to address tensions in the state and across the
- [Canada's recent dealings with China 'entirely consistent" with CUSMA, Carney says](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-recent-dealings-with-china-entirely-consistent-with-cusma-carney-says/) - By Jim Bronskill Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa's recent dealings with Beijing are "entirely consistent" with Canada's obligations under its trade agreement with the United States and Mexico. Carney said today that under the continental trade pact, known as CUSMA, Canada cannot pursue free trade agreements with non-market economies — ones driven more by government
- [Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada announces closure of research operations, job cuts](https://hrnewscanada.com/agriculture-and-agri-food-canada-announces-closure-of-research-operations-job-cuts/) - By Fakiha Baig Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada says it is closing seven of its research operations as part of the federal government's efforts to cut the size of the public service. The federal department said research centres in Guelph, Ont., Quebec City and Lacombe, Alta., as well as four satellite research farms across Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan
- [Canadian Football League salary cap to grow to over $6.2 million in 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-football-league-salary-cap-to-grow-to-over-6-2-million-in-2026/) - The Canadian Football League's salary cap will rise to over $6.2 million in 2026. The CFL and its players' union made the announcement on Friday. Revenue for the league reached $10 million more than the baseline established in 2024 when the CFL's collective bargaining agreement’s revenue growth sharing model was triggered for the first time
- [Manitoba recruits U.S. doctors, one points to political climate as a factor](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-recruits-u-s-doctors-one-points-to-political-climate-as-a-factor/) - By Steve Lambert Thirteen U.S.-trained doctors have come to Manitoba since May as part of a provincial government effort to recruit health professionals and reduce wait times, Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara said Friday. The increase followed the establishment last spring of a dedicated recruitment and retention office and is well above the three or fewer American
- [Labour leaders demand immediate action on outstanding Bill 124 remedies in Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-leaders-demand-immediate-action-on-outstanding-bill-124-remedies-in-ontario/) - The Ontario Federation of Labour and coalition members held a press conference at Queen's Park calling on the provincial government to resolve outstanding Bill 124 remedies after years of wage suppression. Bill 124 was ruled unconstitutional by the courts, but thousands of workers represented by OFL affiliates have not received the retroactive or prospective wage
- [UFCW calls for stronger pay equity measures beyond Ontario transparency law](https://hrnewscanada.com/ufcw-calls-for-stronger-pay-equity-measures-beyond-ontario-transparency-law/) - United Food & Commercial Workers Local 175 is calling on the Ontario government to strengthen its new pay transparency legislation to address systemic pay inequities affecting women. Ontario's pay transparency requirements for publicly advertised job postings took effect Jan. 1, 2026 under the Employment Standards Act as part of the Working for Workers legislation. Law
- [Canada's Top Employers for Young People named for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-top-employers-for-young-people-named-for-2026/) - Mediacorp Canada Inc. announced the winners of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for 2026 on Jan. 20, recognizing organizations that provide strong workplace programs for early-career employees. The editorial competition, now in its 24th year, evaluates employers based on recruitment, training, mentorship and career management programs for workers at the start of their careers.
- [CSL receives top employer for young people award for fifth consecutive year](https://hrnewscanada.com/csl-receives-top-employer-for-young-people-award-for-fifth-consecutive-year/) - The CSL Group has been named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for the fifth year in a row by Mediacorp. Early-career professionals represent approximately 10 per cent of CSL's workforce. The Montreal-based marine transportation company supports young workers through paid internships, co-op placements, summer jobs and a cadet sponsorship program for future
- [Air Canada named top employer for young people for third year](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-canada-named-top-employer-for-young-people-for-third-year/) - Air Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People 2026 by Mediacorp, marking the third consecutive year the airline has received the distinction. The award evaluates employers based on programs designed to attract and retain younger workers, including tuition assistance, co-op programs, mentorship, training and career advancement initiatives. Internship and
- [New national awards program launches to recognize excellence in Canadian workplaces](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-national-awards-program-launches-to-recognize-excellence-in-canadian-workplaces/) - A new national awards program has launched to recognize organizations and professionals who are raising the standard for how Canadians work. Workplace Awards Canada, presented by North Wall Media, will celebrate excellence across 24 categories spanning human resources, labour and employment law, and workplace safety. The inaugural program will culminate in a gala dinner in
- [Almost 10,000 federal workers were told this week they may be laid off: unions](https://hrnewscanada.com/almost-10000-federal-workers-were-told-this-week-they-may-be-laid-off-unions/) - By Catherine Morrison Almost 10,000 federal public servants have received notices in the past week warning them that their jobs may be cut, say the unions representing them. The Public Service Alliance of Canada said more than 5,000 of its members received "workforce adjustment notices" this week. They include 1,172 workers at Global Affairs Canada, 775
- [Nunavut union wants territory to reduce contracting out healthcare workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/nunavut-union-wants-territory-to-reduce-contracting-out-healthcare-workers/) - By William Koblensky Varela | Nunavut News A campaign by a union in the North is asking the Government of Nunavut to reduce its reliance on privately-contracted healthcare workers and to offer better support for Inuit employees. In early January, a new petition to revive Northern HealthCare Matters was launched after advocacy initially began in 2023
- [Genetec named Canada's Top Employer for Young People for third year](https://hrnewscanada.com/genetec-named-canadas-top-employer-for-young-people-for-third-year/) - Montreal-based Genetec has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for the third consecutive year, according to an announcement from the physical security software company. The annual designation from MediaCorp Canada recognizes employers that offer workplace environments, learning opportunities and career development programs for students and young professionals. Genetec employs approximately
- [Nearly 40% of AI time savings lost to fixing errors, Workday study finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-40-of-ai-time-savings-lost-to-fixing-errors-workday-study-finds/) - Canadian employers are losing almost 40% of the productivity gains from artificial intelligence tools because employees must spend time fixing mistakes, rewriting AI-generated content and verifying outputs, according to new global research from Workday Inc. The study of 3,200 employees at companies with annual revenue over $100 million found that while 85% of workers report
- [Why AI has not led to mass job loss, unemployment](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-ai-has-not-led-to-mass-unemployment/) - By Renaud Foucart People have become used to living with AI fairly quickly. ChatGPT is barely three years old, but has changed the way many of us communicate or deal with large amounts of information. It has also led to serious concerns about jobs. For if machines become better than people at reading complex legal
- [The big higher education question in 2026 ought to be: What are we preparing young people for?](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-big-higher-education-question-in-2026-ought-to-be-what-are-we-preparing-young-people-for/) - By Lucy Gill-Simmen The UK’s proposed post-16 education and skills policy promises a nation “where nobody is left behind”. The country’s modern industrial strategy 2025 talks of a workforce ready for a decade of growth, green jobs and artificial intelligence. It is the language of momentum and modernity, but beneath the optimism of these papers
- [Bell clerical workers ratify four-year contract with wage increases and AI oversight](https://hrnewscanada.com/bell-clerical-workers-ratify-four-year-contract-with-wage-increases-and-ai-oversight/) - Unifor members in Bell's clerical bargaining units have ratified a new four-year collective agreement covering 3,000 workers across 10 locals in Ontario and Quebec. The contract, effective Dec. 1, 2025 to Nov. 30, 2029, includes a 2.7% wage increase in each year of the agreement, retroactive to Dec. 1, 2025. The deal also establishes a
- [Info-Tech Research Group named one of Canada's best employers by Forbes](https://hrnewscanada.com/info-tech-research-group-named-one-of-canadas-best-employers-by-forbes/) - Info-Tech Research Group has been named one of Canada's Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, placing the Toronto-based research and advisory firm in the top 10% of employers nationwide. The ranking, produced in partnership with market research firm Statista, is based on independent survey responses from more than 37,000 Canada-based employees working for organizations with
- [Employer can recover $27,000 overpayment despite missing six-month deadline, arbitrator rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/employer-can-recover-27000-overpayment-despite-missing-six-month-deadline-arbitrator-rules/) - An Alberta arbitrator has ruled that employers can pursue wage overpayments beyond the six-month timeline set out in collective agreements and employment standards legislation, rejecting a union argument that would have allowed a worker to keep more than $27,000 paid to him in error. The January decision provides clarity for employers navigating overpayment recovery when
- [Vancouver mining firm fined $135K after worker injured in cable removal incident near Sudbury, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/vancouver-mining-firm-fined-135k-after-worker-injured-in-cable-removal-incident-near-sudbury-ont/) - A Vancouver-based mining company has been fined $135,000 after a worker was injured while removing a power cable from a mine shaft near Sudbury. DMC Mining Services Ltd. pleaded guilty in Ontario Provincial Offences Court to failing to take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of a worker. Justice of the Peace
- [Unifor calls on Thunder Bay mill to minimize job losses as newsprint closure looms](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-calls-on-thunder-bay-mill-to-minimize-job-losses-as-newsprint-closure-looms/) - Unifor is urging Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper to take all possible measures to reduce job losses following the company's announcement that it will end newsprint operations by the end of March. The union, which represents affected workers through Local 257 and Local 39, learned of the closure on Jan. 22. More than 100 jobs
- [Thunder Bay pulp mill to close newsprint operations, affecting 150 workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/thunder-bay-pulp-mill-to-close-newsprint-operations-affecting-150-workers/) - Thunder Bay Pulp and Paper will shut down its newsprint mill in the first quarter of 2026, eliminating up to 150 jobs as the company shifts focus to softwood kraft pulp production. The company filed notices with the Ontario Ministry of Labour on Jan. 22, citing a 40 per cent decline in North American newsprint
- [Worker dies at Suncor oilsands site after machinery sinks into muskeg](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-dies-at-suncor-oilsands-site-after-machinery-sinks-into-muskeg/) - Alberta Occupational Health and Safety is investigating the death of a worker at an oilsands mine north of Fort McMurray. The worker was inside a piece of equipment last week when it became submerged in muskeg, it said. "It is always tragic when a worker dies on the job," OH&S said in a written statement.
- [Shrinking farm workforce concerns agriculture sector in P.E.I.](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrinking-farm-workforce-concerns-agriculture-sector-in-p-e-i/) - By Pratik Bhattarai | The Eastern Graphic A host of issues ranging from an aging demographic, inadequate rural transportation and technology are all impacting PEI’s agricultural workforce, which has gradually declined over the last decade. In 2016 there were 4,868 jobs on Island farms. That number has dwindled to 4,390, according to the Vital Signs 2025
- [Hope for a deal at Le Massif ski resort as employees to vote on mediator proposal](https://hrnewscanada.com/hope-for-a-deal-at-le-massif-ski-resort-as-employees-to-vote-on-mediator-proposal/) - The employees at a major Quebec ski resort that has been shut down because of a labour dispute will vote today on a new proposal. Le Massif de Charlevoix announced Monday that it had cancelled the rest of the season after failing to come to an agreement with striking unionized employees. The CSN union representing
- [How to get managers to say yes to flexible work arrangements, according to new research](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-to-get-managers-to-say-yes-to-flexible-work-arrangements-according-to-new-research/) - By Melissa A. Wheeler, Anne Bardoel, Asanka Gunasekara, and Lindsie Arthur In the modern workplace, flexible arrangements can be as important as salary for some. For many employees, flexibility is no longer a nice-to-have luxury. It has become a fundamental requirement for staying in the workforce, especially after COVID. Reports – from the Chartered Institute
- [AI could be your next line manager](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-could-be-your-next-line-manager/) - By Kirk Chang AI is already doing a pretty good job at taking on some of the world’s workload. It has produced academic papers, enhanced space exploration and developed medical treatments. And AI could soon be used in a managerial role too, making decisions that affect the working lives of human colleagues. In some ways,
- [Manitoba skid-steer driver dies after reportedly backing into a deep hole](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-skid-steer-driver-dies-after-reportedly-backing-into-a-deep-hole/) - A 55-year-old man has died at a construction site in western Manitoba. RCMP say they responded to a call Wednesday about a workplace accident involving a skid steer near Hamiota. Officers were told the driver accidentally backed the vehicle into a deep hole that had been dug. Mounties are not releasing more details and say
- [Calgary program to connect 2,000 youth with employers by 2027](https://hrnewscanada.com/calgary-program-to-connect-2000-youth-with-employers-by-2027/) - Calgary Economic Development has launched a work-based learning program aimed at connecting job-ready youth aged 18 to 24 with local employers, backed by $3 million in funding from the Government of Alberta. TalentED Greater Calgary aims to create 2,000 industry placements and projects for youth by 2027 across Calgary and the broader Calgary Metropolitan Region.
- [SHRM releases global framework identifying eight workplace culture types](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-releases-global-framework-identifying-eight-workplace-culture-types/) - SHRM has released a new global research report outlining eight distinct workplace culture types, based on survey responses from more than 27,000 workers across 25 countries, including Canada. The 2026 Global Workplace Culture Report draws on responses from 27,159 workers spanning six continents and introduces what SHRM calls the Workplace Culture Navigator, a framework designed
- [Kindness at work can mean giving honest feedback, limiting meetings and bending rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/kindness-at-work-can-mean-giving-honest-feedback-limiting-meetings-and-bending-rules/) - By Cathy Bussewitz NEW YORK (AP) — Beth Brown was assigned to a major project at work when hardship struck. First, her 6-month-old daughter fell ill with COVID-19. A few days later, her mother passed away. Brown, director of health and well-being at a company that provides employee mental health programs and absence management services, sent a note
- [Nova Scotia launches skills program for veterans entering construction trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-launches-skills-program-for-veterans-entering-construction-trades/) - Nova Scotia is launching a program to help Canadian Armed Forces veterans, reservists and their family members transition into construction careers. The Skills Bridge initiative will support up to 100 people over the next three years through training, coaching and direct pathways into apprenticeships and employment. The program is funded by the province with $480,000
- [Regular EI beneficiaries up 1.6% in November as unemployment trends shift: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/regular-ei-beneficiaries-up-1-6-in-november-as-unemployment-trends-shift-statscan/) - The number of Canadians receiving regular Employment Insurance benefits rose by 8,900 in November to 566,000, a 1.6% increase that marks the first notable change after three months of stability, according to Statistics Canada data released Thursday. The monthly uptick follows a sharp rise in EI beneficiaries during the first half of 2025, when the
- [Withdrawn job offer dispute for municipal planner belongs in arbitration, not court](https://hrnewscanada.com/withdrawn-job-offer-dispute-for-municipal-planner-belongs-in-arbitration-not-court/) - A Nova Scotia court has dismissed a wrongful dismissal application brought by a probationary municipal planner, ruling the dispute falls within the exclusive jurisdiction of labour arbitration rather than the courts. The Supreme Court of Nova Scotia found that B.G., who had her employment offer withdrawn two days before her start date, was covered by
- [Newfoundland and Labrador opens applications for student summer employment program](https://hrnewscanada.com/newfoundland-and-labrador-opens-applications-for-student-summer-employment-program/) - The Newfoundland and Labrador government is accepting applications from employers for the 2026 Summer Employment Program for Students, with a deadline of Feb. 19. The program provides funding to private sector businesses, non-profit organizations and municipalities to create summer employment opportunities for students. Applications are being accepted earlier this year to allow for faster processing
- [New Brunswick invests $5.8 million in CCNB Bathurst campus renewal, including skilled trades building](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswick-invests-5-8-million-in-ccnb-bathurst-campus-renewal-including-skilled-trades-building/) - The provincial government will provide $5.8 million to continue modernization work at the Collège Communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick campus in Bathurst, with site preparation expected to begin this year. The funding will support design work and construction preparation costs for a project that will consolidate the college's operations by closing its Youghall Drive building and replacing
- [Gen Z employees face rising mental health and chronic disease rates, Sun Life data shows](https://hrnewscanada.com/gen-z-employees-face-rising-mental-health-and-chronic-disease-rates-sun-life-data-shows/) - More than half of Gen Z's long-term disability claims stem from mental health disorders, significantly outpacing other age groups, according to new data from Sun Life. The insurer analyzed data from over 20,000 employers and 3 million plan members, revealing that mental health disorders account for over 50 per cent of long-term disability claims among
- [Canadian salary increase budgets hold at 3 per cent for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-salary-increase-budgets-hold-at-3-per-cent-for-2026/) - Canadian organizations are projecting an average salary increase of 3.0 per cent for 2026, excluding wage freezes, according to a survey by Normandin Beaudry. The forecast represents a 0.1 per cent decrease from summer 2025 projections and continues a slow decline in salary increase budgets observed since 2023. Nearly 400 Canadian organizations participated in the
- [Canada EV deal with China boosts investment potential but U.S. access question looms](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-ev-deal-with-china-boosts-investment-potential-but-u-s-access-question-looms/) - By Ian Bickis The trade deal between Canada and China has experts saying it could lead to Chinese electric vehicle firms producing vehicles in Canada, but much depends on the trade talks ahead with the United States. Critics including Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Unifor leader Lana Payne panned the deal as an attack on workers
- [High Liner Foods recognized as top employer for young people](https://hrnewscanada.com/high-liner-foods-recognized-as-top-employer-for-young-people/) - High Liner Foods has been named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People by MediaCorp Canada, organizers of the annual Canada's Top 100 Employers project. The designation recognizes organizations that provide programs and development opportunities for young people at the start of their careers. "By integrating talented students into our teams, we're not only
- [IKEA Canada named to Forbes list of best employers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ikea-canada-named-to-forbes-list-of-best-employers/) - IKEA Canada has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada's Best Employers 2026, an award presented by Forbes and Statista Inc. The furniture retailer maintains a 19.5 per cent total turnover rate, according to the company, which it describes as significantly better than the industry average. "For nearly 50 years, IKEA Canada has been
- [Quebec's Charlevoix region left scrambling after labour dispute closes ski resort](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebecs-charlevoix-region-left-scrambling-after-labour-dispute-closes-ski-resort/) - By Charlotte Glorieux The sudden closure of a major ski resort because of a labour dispute has thrown Quebec's Charlevoix region into uncertainty, threatening winter-season revenues for local businesses. “Ninety-nine per cent of our revenue here comes from tourism,” said Serge Bilodeau, mayor of Petite-Rivière-St-François, the village at the base of Le Massif de Charlevoix, a
- [Critics, pollsters warn Canadians are wary of AI, want government to set guardrails](https://hrnewscanada.com/critics-pollsters-warn-canadians-are-wary-of-ai-want-government-to-set-guardrails/) - By Anja Karadeglija The federal government is set to launch its new national artificial intelligence strategy soon — but critics say it hasn’t done enough to listen to Canadians and pollsters are warning that a skeptical public wants the government to put rules in place. "We see more of an inclination to want government to be
- [Most worker say career growth is an illusion, point to lack of raises or real authority: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-worker-say-career-growth-is-an-illusion-point-to-lack-of-raises-or-real-authority-survey/) - Two-thirds of employed adults say they have experienced what researchers are calling "ghost growth," or career advancement in name only that does not include higher pay or real authority, according to a new survey. The survey of 1,000 currently employed U.S. adults, conducted by MyPerfectResume in August 2025, found 65 per cent of respondents reported
- [VCA Canada named top employer for young people](https://hrnewscanada.com/vca-canada-named-top-employer-for-young-people/) - VCA Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for 2026. The veterinary care company, which operates more than 150 hospitals across six provinces, was selected for the annual award based on its programs for workers starting their careers. The competition evaluates employers on initiatives that attract and retain younger
- [Union calls on Manitoba to address shortage of respiratory therapists in hospitals](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-calls-on-manitoba-to-address-shortage-of-respiratory-therapists-in-hospitals/) - By Brittany Hobson The union representing respiratory therapists in Manitoba says staffing vacancies at some Winnipeg hospitals have reached dangerous levels. The Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals, which represents 7,500 allied health professionals in public health care, says one-quarter of positions remain unfilled at Health Sciences Centre, the province's largest hospital, The union says nearly
- [Air Canada and flight attendants begin arbitration process to settle wages](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-canada-and-flight-attendants-begin-arbitration-process-to-settle-wages/) - Air Canada and its flight attendants have begun an arbitration process to settle wages under their deal reached last year to end a strike that halted flights around the world. The Air Canada Component of the Canadian Union of Public Employees says the flight attendants voted over 99 per cent to reject Air Canada's final
- [SHARP Workplaces program receives $1.5 million to support women facing sexual harassment in trades in B.C.](https://hrnewscanada.com/sharp-workplaces-program-receives-1-5-million-to-support-women-facing-sexual-harassment-in-trades-in-b-c/) - The Community Legal Assistance Society has received $1.5 million in renewed federal funding to expand its Sexual Harassment Advice, Response, and Prevention for Workplaces program, which provides free legal advice and support to workers across British Columbia who experience workplace sexual harassment. The funding from the Department of Justice will allow the program to strengthen
- [CIBC named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for 14th year](https://hrnewscanada.com/cibc-named-one-of-canadas-top-employers-for-young-people-for-14th-year/) - CIBC has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People for the 14th consecutive year. The award from Mediacorp Canada Inc. recognizes employers that create strong environments for emerging talent to launch careers. The bank's programs for young professionals include the Student Leadership Academy and CIBC's Spark program for co-op students and
- [Canada shifts to 'value-based realism' as global order fractures, Carney says](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-shifts-to-value-based-realism-as-global-order-fractures-carney-says/) - Prime Minister Mark Carney told business leaders at the World Economic Forum today that Canada is abandoning its reliance on the rules-based international order and adopting a new approach he calls "value-based realism." Speaking in Davos, Switzerland, Carney said the multilateral system that allowed Canada to pursue values-based foreign policy while benefiting from economic integration
- [Older Canadians report declining optimism, persistent social isolation in new survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/older-canadians-report-declining-optimism-persistent-social-isolation-in-new-survey/) - Positive feelings toward aging among Canadians aged 50 and older fell from 62 per cent in 2024 to 57 per cent in 2025, marking the steepest decline since the survey began, according to new research from the National Institute on Ageing. The findings come from the 2025 Ageing in Canada Survey, released Jan. 20. The
- [Lincoln Financial executive named chair-designate of SHRM board](https://hrnewscanada.com/lincoln-financial-executive-named-chair-designate-of-shrm-board/) - Sean N. Woodroffe, executive vice president and chief people, communications and enterprise services officer at Lincoln Financial, has been elected chair-designate of the SHRM Board of Directors. Woodroffe will assume the role of board chair in January 2027, according to a Jan. 20 announcement from SHRM. He succeeds Betty Thompson, who has served on the
- [Long-term care provider cuts hiring time by 10 days using AI recruitment tool: UKG](https://hrnewscanada.com/long-term-care-provider-cuts-hiring-time-by-10-days-using-ai-recruitment-tool-ukg/) - NHS Management reduced its time-to-hire from 15 days to five days and cut time-to-interview from three-and-a-half days to five minutes after implementing an AI-powered recruitment solution. The consulting arm of Northport Health Systems, which supports skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities across Alabama, Arkansas and Florida, adopted UKG Rapid Hire in January 2022. The company expanded
- [Canada, Ontario invest $20 million to help agribusinesses expand global sales](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-ontario-invest-20-million-to-help-agribusinesses-expand-global-sales/) - The federal and Ontario governments are investing up to $20 million to help farmers, food processors and agribusinesses expand sales of Ontario-grown products in domestic and international markets. The Market Diversification and Trade Resiliency Initiative will open for applications Feb. 17, 2026, according to a joint announcement from the two governments. The program aims to
- [Petrochemical company fined $130K after worker injured by hot liquid discharge near Sarnia, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/petrochemical-company-fined-130k-after-worker-injured-by-hot-liquid-discharge-near-sarnia-ont/) - NOVA Chemicals Corporation has been fined $130,000 after a worker suffered serious injuries when hot liquid was discharged from an exhaust stack during maintenance work at the company's Corunna, Ont., facility. The Calgary-based petrochemical manufacturer pleaded guilty in Sarnia Provincial Offences Court to failing to provide information, instruction and supervision to protect workers from hazards
- [Loblaw to close St. John's, N.L., Dominion store, affecting 100 unionized workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/loblaw-to-close-st-johns-n-l-dominion-store-affecting-100-unionized-workers/) - Loblaw Companies will close a Dominion grocery store in St. John's on May 8, affecting approximately 100 unionized workers. Unifor Local 597, which represents the affected employees, was informed of the closure on Jan. 19. The union represents more than 1,600 Dominion grocery workers at 11 stores across Newfoundland and Labrador. Under the collective agreement,
- [Hydro Ottawa uses VR training, mentorship to develop young workforce](https://hrnewscanada.com/hydro-ottawa-uses-vr-training-mentorship-to-develop-young-workforce/) - Hydro Ottawa Group has been named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People, recognizing the utility company's approach to training as it prepares for a generational workforce transition. The Ottawa-based company is managing a significant knowledge transfer, with approximately 35 per cent of its employees under age 35 as long-term workers approach retirement. The
- [HR Path merges with Dallas-based Dayforce specialist Enforce](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-path-merges-with-dallas-based-dayforce-specialist-enforce/) - HR Path has merged with Enforce, a Dallas-based HR technology consulting firm specializing in Dayforce software implementations. The merger announced Jan. 20 expands HR Path's Dayforce practice in North America and adds payroll outsourcing services on the Dayforce platform in the United States. Enforce employs 38 Dayforce specialists and serves clients primarily in North America.
- [Workday plans $1-billion investment in Canada over five years](https://hrnewscanada.com/workday-plans-1-billion-investment-in-canada-over-five-years/) - Workday plans to invest $1 billion in Canada over the next five years to expand its operations and support its growing customer base in the country. The California-based enterprise software company announced the investment on Jan. 20, saying it will focus on developing local tech talent, strengthening customer support, and supporting Canadian communities. The announcement
- [Ethiopian women and safety: Why some switch their ethnic identity when they start working](https://hrnewscanada.com/ethiopian-women-and-safety-why-some-switch-their-ethnic-identity-when-they-start-working/) - By Monica Beeder For many women in Ethiopia, getting their first formal job doesn’t just change their income; it can change how they describe who they are in everyday public interactions. In a country where ethnicity shapes access to opportunities, safety and political rights, this shift is far from small. That is the provocative finding
- [Organized labour continues to make gains in Canada’s most anti-union province](https://hrnewscanada.com/organized-labour-continues-to-make-gains-in-canadas-most-anti-union-province/) - By Andrew Stevens and Angèle Poirier In October 2025, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith invoked back-to-work legislation to end a strike by tens of thousands of the province’s teachers who had walked off the job over disputes around wages, class sizes and working conditions. The legislation, known as the Back to School Act, forced the 51,000
- [The flu is everywhere. So why aren’t Canadians getting vaccinated for viral illnesses?](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-flu-is-everywhere-so-why-arent-canadians-getting-vaccinated-for-viral-illnesses/) - By Andrea DeKeseredy, Amy Kaler, and Michelle Maroto The death of Prashant Sreekumar made headlines across Canada when the 43-year-old father of three died in the emergency room of Edmonton’s Grey Nuns hospital after waiting for eight hours with chest pains. Recently, there have been other reports of preventable deaths in Alberta ERs. Alberta doctors
- [CEO confidence in revenue growth hits five-year low as AI returns disappoint](https://hrnewscanada.com/ceo-confidence-in-revenue-growth-hits-five-year-low-as-ai-returns-disappoint/) - CEO confidence in revenue growth has dropped to its lowest level in five years, as most business leaders struggle to generate measurable returns from artificial intelligence investments, according to PwC's latest global survey. Only 30 per cent of CEOs say they are confident about revenue growth over the next 12 months, down from 38 per
- [Classes at Laurentian University suspended as faculty, librarians go on strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/classes-at-laurentian-university-suspended-as-faculty-librarians-go-on-strike/) - Classes at Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont., are suspended after faculty, librarians and counsellors went on strike Monday as they call for better working conditions. The Laurentian University Faculty Association says mediated talks reached an impasse on Sunday and its members walked off the job Monday morning. The school says that during the strike, all
- [Layoff notices sent to thousands of federal government workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/layoff-notices-sent-to-thousands-of-federal-government-workers/) - By Catherine Morrison Thousands of workers across the federal public service have received notices that their jobs may be cut, many of them landing in the last week. The Public Service Alliance of Canada said 1,775 workforce adjustment notices were issued to its members last week. The union said 2,273 members have received the notices since
- [Starbucks workers lose decertification bid over two-day filing error](https://hrnewscanada.com/starbucks-workers-lose-decertification-bid-over-two-day-filing-error/) - A group of Calgary Starbucks employees has lost their attempt to decertify their union after filing their application two days before Alberta's statutory deadline, in a decision that underscores the rigid timelines governing labour relations in the province. The Alberta Labour Relations Board dismissed the revocation application from workers at the Millrise Centre location, ruling
- [Air Transat to create new loyalty program with Desjardins and Visa](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-to-create-new-loyalty-program-with-desjardins-and-visa/) - By Daniel Johnson Air Transat has announced plans to start a new loyalty program with Desjardins Group and Visa. The launch, planned for the second half of this year, will offer travellers exclusive benefits and an improved experience, the airline said. The announcement comes after Transat suspended its BonBon rewards program in August of last year,
- [Pension plan surpluses rose in 2025 on strong stock returns, higher rates](https://hrnewscanada.com/pension-plan-surpluses-rose-in-2025-on-strong-stock-returns-higher-rates/) - Canadian pension plans strengthened their financial positions in 2025, driven by robust stock market performance and a slight uptick in long-term interest rates, according to Normandin Beaudry's latest pension plan financial position index. The consulting firm's index, which tracks both going concern and solvency funding bases, showed pension plan surpluses trending upward throughout the year.
- [Toronto school board loses bid to dismiss grievance over racist package incident](https://hrnewscanada.com/toronto-school-board-loses-bid-to-dismiss-grievance-over-racist-package-incident/) - An arbitrator has ruled that a Toronto teacher can proceed with a human rights grievance over an anti-Black racist package delivered to her workplace, rejecting the employer's claim that her approved workers' compensation claim barred the matter from arbitration. The Toronto District School Board had argued that the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario grievance should
- [Most frontline supervisors promoted based on performance, not leadership skills: Gallup](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-frontline-supervisors-promoted-based-on-performance-not-leadership-skills-gallup/) - Sixty-five per cent of frontline supervisors in the United States obtained their positions based on individual performance or years of experience rather than supervisory skills, according to new research from Gallup. The data reveals only 30 per cent of frontline supervisors were placed in their roles based on supervisory skills, experience as a supervisor, or
- [B.C. court finds wrongful dismissal after employer failed to follow progressive discipline](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-court-finds-wrongful-dismissal-after-employer-failed-to-follow-progressive-discipline/) - A British Columbia Provincial Court judge has awarded an employee $13,076.96 in severance after finding his termination was not for just cause because the employer failed to follow proper progressive discipline procedures, despite evidence of performance concerns. The worker was employed by Rooke Construction as a site superintendent starting June 3, 2024, initially at $35
- [Tribunal dismisses portions of professor's 15-year discrimination case at Queen's University](https://hrnewscanada.com/tribunal-dismisses-portions-of-professors-15-year-discrimination-case-at-queens-university/) - The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has dismissed significant portions of two discrimination applications filed by a tenured philosophy professor at Queen's University, finding that some allegations were filed too late, others lacked proper standing, and certain claims were already addressed through grievance arbitration. The tribunal struck all allegations occurring before Nov. 15, 2009, from
- [Tribunal dismisses library patron's discrimination claim over facility ban in St. Catharines, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/tribunal-dismisses-library-patrons-discrimination-claim-over-facility-ban-in-st-catharines-ont/) - The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario has dismissed an application from a patron who alleged the St. Catharines Public Library discriminated against him based on age when it banned him from the facility and rejected his identification documents. The tribunal found the applicant failed to provide any factual basis linking the library's conduct to his
- [Frontline manufacturing workers ready for AI but limited by outdated communication tools: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/frontline-manufacturing-workers-ready-for-ai-but-limited-by-outdated-communication-tools-survey/) - Three-quarters of frontline manufacturing workers are comfortable using AI-powered tools, but most still rely on decades-old two-way radios to communicate on the job, according to a new survey from Weavix. The Weavix 2025 State of Frontline Communications survey found 74 per cent of workers are comfortable with AI-powered tools in the workplace, and 87 per
- [Nearly half of employees hide their AI use from employers, survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-half-of-employees-hide-their-ai-use-from-employers-survey-finds/) - Almost half of workers are concealing their use of artificial intelligence tools at work, primarily out of concern they will be perceived as cutting corners rather than fear of losing their jobs, according to new research from Slingshot. The Digital Work Trends Report found 45 per cent of employees do not disclose when they use
- [New Brunswick creates anti-racism office to implement systemic racism report](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswick-creates-anti-racism-office-to-implement-systemic-racism-report/) - New Brunswick will establish an anti-racism office within the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour to address systemic racism and implement recommendations from the commissioner on systemic racism's final report. The province becomes the fifth Canadian jurisdiction to create such an office. The office will focus on policy changes, challenging discriminatory practices, and working
- [Unifor warns Chinese EV imports threaten Canadian auto jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-warns-chinese-ev-imports-threaten-canadian-auto-jobs/) - Unifor says the federal government's decision to ease restrictions on Chinese-owned electric vehicle imports could cost Canadian auto jobs and undermine the domestic manufacturing sector. The union, which represents 320,000 private-sector workers including thousands in auto manufacturing, says allowing Chinese EVs into the Canadian market rewards unfair trade practices while putting domestic production at risk.
- [‘It just didn't land’: WestJet reverses move to install tight seating after backlash](https://hrnewscanada.com/it-just-didnt-land-westjet-reverses-move-to-install-tight-seating-after-backlash/) - By Christopher Reynolds In the wake of a backlash sparked by a viral video, WestJet has cancelled a new seat configuration that squeezed an extra row on board many of its planes and left passengers with stiflingly little legroom — and the airline with a budding customer exodus. In a Friday news release issued shortly after
- [Ford, Unifor sound alarm over China EV deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/ford-unifor-sound-alarm-over-china-ev-deal/) - By Ian Bickis and Sarah Ritchie Ontario politicians and Canada's largest private sector union are slamming Canada's new trade agreement with China, saying it puts domestic auto jobs at risk with no guarantee of investments. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday that Canada has agreed to slash its 100 per cent tariff on Chinese EVs for
- [Over half of Canadian workers regularly exposed to ergonomic risks, new survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/over-half-of-canadian-workers-regularly-exposed-to-ergonomic-risks-new-survey-finds/) - More than half of Canadian workers were frequently exposed to ergonomic risk factors in 2024-2025, while 17 per cent reported doing unpaid work in their free time several times a month, according to new data from Statistics Canada. The Canadian Survey on Working Conditions found that 54.3 per cent of workers faced regular ergonomic risks
- [CEO pay at record highs as workers struggle to make ends meet: report](https://hrnewscanada.com/ceo-pay-at-record-highs-as-workers-struggle-to-make-ends-meet-report/) - By Yumna Iftikhar | The Independent The wage gap between Canadian workers and the country’s top-paid CEOs grew even larger in 2024, according to a new report. “By 9:23 a.m. on January 2 [of 2024] Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs had already made what the average worker will make all year,” the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA) says
- [Federal public servants face layoffs while consultant spending continues: Union](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-public-servants-face-layoffs-while-consultant-spending-continues-union/) - Major workforce reductions hit multiple federal departments this week, with employees at Shared Services Canada and Statistics Canada among those receiving layoff notices while outside consultants continue working alongside them. The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada said the cuts affect workers at Statistics Canada, Shared Services Canada, Public Services and Procurement Canada,
- [Canada agrees to cut tariff on Chinese EVs in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-agrees-to-cut-tariff-on-chinese-evs-in-return-for-lower-tariffs-on-canadian-farm-products/) - By Ken Moritsugu And Rob Gillies BEIJING (AP) — Breaking with the United States, Canada has agreed to cut its 100% tariff on Chinese electric cars in return for lower tariffs on Canadian farm products, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday. Carney made the announcement after two days of meetings with Chinese leaders. He said there
- [Canada's unions demand worker protections in upcoming CUSMA review with U.S., Mexico](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-unions-demand-worker-protections-in-upcoming-cusma-review-with-u-s-mexico/) - Canada's largest labour unions met with federal ministers Thursday to demand that worker protections take priority in the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement. Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske and leaders from major manufacturing and building trades unions met Minister Dominic LeBlanc to discuss the 2026 CUSMA review. The unions warned against sacrificing
- [LEAF employees vote unanimously to join Society of United Professionals](https://hrnewscanada.com/leaf-employees-vote-unanimously-to-join-society-of-united-professionals/) - Employees of the Women's Legal Education and Action Fund (LEAF) have voted unanimously to join the Society of United Professionals, IFPTE Local 160. The newly certified bargaining unit includes all employees, including lawyers. The vote brings LEAF staff into a union that represents nearly 600 legal professionals across Ontario. The Society of United Professionals now
- [Mother says son was 'savagely bitten' at Toronto-area group home amid staff strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/mother-says-son-was-savagely-bitten-at-toronto-area-group-home-amid-staff-strike/) - By Cassidy McMackon The mother of a man living in a Toronto-area group home at the centre of a bitter labour dispute says she is seeking accountability after he was "savagely bitten" on the neck by another resident. Jan Beddoe says she was "absolutely furious" after the Dec. 23 attack on her 47-year-old son Chris at
- [Reports of ‘AI psychosis’ are emerging — here’s what a psychiatric clinician has to say](https://hrnewscanada.com/reports-of-ai-psychosis-are-emerging-heres-what-a-psychiatric-clinician-has-to-say/) - By Alexandre Hudon Artificial intelligence is increasingly woven into everyday life, from chatbots that offer companionship to algorithms that shape what we see online. But as generative AI (genAI) becomes more conversational, immersive and emotionally responsive, clinicians are beginning to ask a difficult question: can genAI exacerbate or even trigger psychosis in vulnerable people? Large
- [New salary-disclosure rules in Ontario come with pros and cons](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-salary-disclosure-rules-in-ontario-come-with-pros-and-cons/) - By Thomas Kent | Woolwich Observer New legislation requiring employers to post salary information on job advertisements is intended to make hiring fairer and more transparent for workers, but University of Guelph professor Nita Chhinzer says the changes could also create unintended barriers for marginalized job seekers and challenges for small businesses. Under Ontario’s Working for
- [Manitoba premier highlights clean energy investment at Crown Royal distillery in Gimli](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-premier-highlights-clean-energy-investment-at-crown-royal-distillery-in-gimli/) - Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew toured the Diageo Crown Royal distillery in Gimli on Jan. 13, announcing support for a clean energy project expected to secure long-term manufacturing jobs at the facility. The visit comes after Diageo announced the potential closure of a bottling facility in Amherstburg, Ont., drawing national attention to Crown Royal production. The
- [Nearly one-third of young gig workers rent accounts to unverified users](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-one-third-of-young-gig-workers-rent-accounts-to-unverified-users/) - Nearly one in three millennial and Gen Z gig workers have rented their platform accounts to unverified users, according to a new report highlighting fraud risks in the gig economy. The practice allows individuals who have not undergone background checks or identity verification to perform work under another person's credentials on ride-sharing, delivery, caregiving and
- [Employers face Feb. 28 deadline to file annual payroll reports to WorkSafeNB](https://hrnewscanada.com/employers-face-feb-28-deadline-to-file-annual-payroll-reports-to-worksafenb/) - Employers in New Brunswick must submit their annual payroll reports to WorkSafeNB by Feb. 28, 2026. WorkSafeNB has mailed Form 100 – Employer Payroll Report (2025-2026) to employers, who can file using the Fast File system with their Employer Code and Access Pin. Employers can also submit through their MyServices account. The workers’ compensation board
- [CPKC ratifies 16 collective agreements covering 700 U.S. rail workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/cpkc-ratifies-16-collective-agreements-covering-700-u-s-rail-workers/) - Canadian Pacific Kansas City has ratified 16 collective bargaining agreements with various unions representing approximately 700 rail workers across 11 U.S. states. The five-year agreements include wage increases for employees working in Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Texas and Wisconsin. The ratifications follow negotiations conducted in recent weeks between
- [Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers focus on community support amid tariff challenges](https://hrnewscanada.com/hamilton-niagaras-top-employers-focus-on-community-support-amid-tariff-challenges/) - Employers in the Hamilton-Niagara region are strengthening community partnerships and workforce development programs as the area faces economic pressures from U.S. tariffs, according to the organizers of this year's Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers competition. Mediacorp Canada Inc. announced the 2026 winners Jan. 15, highlighting how employers in the region are supporting local businesses and workers affected
- [AI could handle $4.5 trillion in U.S. work tasks today, report finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-could-handle-4-5-trillion-in-u-s-work-tasks-today-report-finds/) - Artificial intelligence is reshaping workplaces faster than previously projected and now has the potential to affect 93 per cent of jobs, according to new research from Cognizant. The consulting firm's "New Work, New World 2026" report found AI could handle $4.5 trillion worth of work tasks across the U.S. economy today. However, the research also
- [The last great workplace thrill: The snow day for adults](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-last-great-workplace-thrill-the-snow-day-for-adults/) - There's a particular kind of euphoria that arrives in adulthood so rarely we should probably study it in laboratories. It doesn't come from promotions or bonuses or even that first coffee of the morning. It arrives in the form of a text message, an email, or — if you're lucky enough to work for one
- [Snow, plunging temperatures in Ontario could make for messy Thursday morning commute](https://hrnewscanada.com/snow-plunging-temperatures-in-ontario-could-make-for-messy-thursday-morning-commute/) - By Jordan Omstead A blast of winter weather is sweeping over Ontario, where temperatures are expected to plunge and the snow is set to pile up. Snowfall and snow squall warnings are in place across large parts of the province, setting up a possible messy Thursday morning commute. Environment Canada says the Greater Toronto Area and
- [Prime Minister Mark Carney looks to reset Canada-China relationship in Beijing](https://hrnewscanada.com/prime-minister-mark-carney-looks-to-reset-canada-china-relationship-in-beijing/) - By Kyle Duggan Prime Minister Mark Carney landed in Beijing on Wednesday for the first visit by a Canadian prime minister to China in eight years — part of his government's efforts to rebuild Canada's fractured relationship with China and expand non-U.S. trade. After declaring in 2022 that China is a "disruptive global power" that does
- [What to know as New York City nurses strike for a 3rd day](https://hrnewscanada.com/what-to-know-as-new-york-city-nurses-strike-for-a-3rd-day/) - By Philip Marcelo NEW YORK (AP) — New York City nurses are striking for a third day Wednesday, with both sides seemingly preparing for a protracted walkout. None of the three major hospital systems affected by the strike have met with union negotiators, though one said it plans to sit down with nurses Thursday. Picketing nurses instead held
- [Quinte Health arbitration board grants special wage adjustments for therapy assistants and hospitality workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/quinte-health-arbitration-board-grants-special-wage-adjustments-for-therapy-assistants-and-hospitality-workers/) - An interest arbitration board awarded special wage adjustments to occupational therapy assistants, physiotherapy assistants and hospitality service workers at Quinte Health, finding the hospital's wages for these classifications had fallen behind local comparators. The board granted a 50-cent special wage adjustment for occupational therapy and physiotherapy assistants on top of the general wage increase in
- [Tribunal dismisses Humber Polytechnic worker's discrimination application as abuse of process](https://hrnewscanada.com/tribunal-dismisses-humber-polytechnic-workers-discrimination-application-as-abuse-of-process/) - The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario dismissed a discrimination application filed by a Humber Polytechnic worker 20 days after she signed a settlement agreement resolving her grievance, finding she was attempting to re-litigate matters already addressed through the collective bargaining process. The tribunal found the worker knew or ought to have known there had been
- [Alberta court issues vexatious proceeding notice to former Good Samaritan Society worker](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-court-issues-vexatious-proceeding-notice-to-former-good-samaritan-society-worker/) - A former Good Samaritan Society worker who filed a court application seeking justice, compensation and access to her locked-in retirement account has been issued a notice that her case appears frivolous, vexatious or an abuse of process. The Court of King's Bench of Alberta found the application appeared problematic on its face and directed the
- [Meritocracy isn’t broken. It’s biased. Here’s how leaders can fix it](https://hrnewscanada.com/meritocracy-isnt-broken-its-biased-heres-how-leaders-can-fix-it/) - By Julie Cafley and Zahid Salman Canadian business leaders like to believe we operate in meritocracies. We assume the best ideas rise, hard work is rewarded, and talent naturally finds its way to the top. But meritocracy only works when the conditions for fairness exist. In many organizations, those conditions do not. Unconscious and systemic
- [Canadian union files complaint about closure of Ubisoft Halifax production studio](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-union-files-complaint-about-closure-of-ubisoft-halifax-production-studio/) - A union has filed a complaint with the Nova Scotia Labour Board, saying video game maker Ubisoft should be penalized for its decision last week to close its Halifax production studio. The Canadian branch of the Communications Workers of America is accusing Paris-based Ubisoft of shutting down the studio and eliminating 71 jobs to block
- [Jury recommends stricter supervision and safety meetings after wind turbine worker death](https://hrnewscanada.com/jury-recommends-stricter-supervision-and-safety-meetings-after-wind-turbine-worker-death/) - A coroner’s jury has called for stronger workplace safety measures following the death of a construction worker at a wind turbine site in rural New Brunswick. Matthew Brawn died July 18, 2024, following a workplace accident while erecting wind turbines in the Springdale area of the Kings Rural District. An inquest into his death concluded
- [Employment in rural areas dropped 4.7 per cent in December: Statistics Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-in-rural-areas-dropped-4-7-per-cent-in-december-statistics-canada/) - Employment in rural and small town Canada fell by 130,300 jobs in December 2025 compared with a year earlier, a decline of 4.7 per cent, according to Statistics Canada. The unemployment rate in rural and small town areas increased from 5.4 per cent to 6.0 per cent over the same period, based on unadjusted data.
- [Korcomptenz wins Stevie Award for corporate social responsibility strategy](https://hrnewscanada.com/korcomptenz-wins-stevie-award-for-corporate-social-responsibility-strategy/) - Korcomptenz has won the 2025 Stevie Award for Best CSR Strategy in the Great Employers category, recognizing the company's employee-led corporate social responsibility platform and community programs. The digital transformation and technology services company operates KORCares, a year-round CSR platform that has launched more than 21 initiatives across India and the United States. The company
- [Ontario colleges seek $1.5 billion, warn of weakened workforce training in high-demand sectors](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-colleges-seek-1-5-billion-warn-of-weakened-workforce-training-in-high-demand-sectors/) - Colleges Ontario is asking the province for $1.5 billion in the 2026 budget to address a structural funding gap it warns could reduce student access and weaken workforce training in high-demand sectors. The association representing Ontario's 24 public colleges said the sector faces a deficit of up to $1.5 billion by 2027-28, driven by underfunding,
- [Canadian jobseekers expect wage gains but worry about finding work](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-jobseekers-expect-wage-gains-but-worry-about-finding-work/) - Most Canadian jobseekers expect higher wages in 2026 but believe they will face a difficult job market, according to a new survey from Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll. Close to three-quarters of job seekers (72 per cent) expect it will be difficult to find a job in the next six months, roughly the same
- [DF Barnes workers in St. John's, N.L., vote to join United Steelworkers](https://hrnewscanada.com/df-barnes-workers-in-st-johns-n-l-vote-to-join-united-steelworkers/) - Workers at DF Barnes in St. John's, N.L., voted 92 per cent in favour of joining the United Steelworkers union on Jan. 12, marking a major organizing win in Newfoundland and Labrador's industrial sector. The newly unionized employees work in construction, fabrication, maintenance and industrial services at the company's St. John's operations. The certification vote
- ['There were tears': Ubisoft Halifax employee speaks out after post-unionization studio closure](https://hrnewscanada.com/there-were-tears-ubisoft-halifax-employee-speaks-out-after-post-unionization-studio-closure/) - By Brendyn Creamer | The Coast A unionization effort started as a way to avoid mass layoffs has ended with just that. Seventy-one workers at Ubisoft Halifax are without jobs after the international video game corporation shut down the studio days after 61 members of their staff joined CWA Canada Local 30111, the first union within
- [Hydro One and Society of United Professionals reach tentative contract deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/hydro-one-and-society-of-united-professionals-reach-tentative-contract-deal/) - Hydro One Networks Inc. and the Society of United Professionals have reached a tentative collective agreement covering engineering, supervisory and professional employees across the company's Ontario operations. The agreement is subject to ratification by the union's membership. If approved, the contract would take effect retroactively to Oct. 1, 2025. The Society represents employees in engineering,
- [Primary care workers ratify first contract after 13-week strike in North York, Ont.](https://hrnewscanada.com/primary-care-workers-ratify-first-contract-after-13-week-strike-in-north-york-ont/) - More than 40 primary care workers at North York Family Health Team have ratified their first collective agreement following a 13-week strike that began in October 2025. The Ontario Nurses' Association members approved the contract with 84 per cent support, ending a labour dispute that centred on wages and the use of government funding. Dispute
- [Conference Board of Canada rebrands as Signal49 Research](https://hrnewscanada.com/conference-board-of-canada-rebrands-as-signal49-research/) - The Conference Board of Canada will change its name to Signal49 Research, effective Jan. 26, 2026, marking a departure from more than 70 years under its former identity. Susan Black, president and CEO, announced the rebrand reflects the organization's evolution from a conference host to Canada's largest independent applied research organization. The Conference Board previously
- [T&T worker, fired for social media post criticizing employer, has complaint dismissed by board](https://hrnewscanada.com/tt-worker-fired-for-social-media-post-criticizing-employer-has-complaint-dismissed-by-board/) - An Ontario court has dismissed a worker's application for judicial review after a labour board found he was terminated for refusing to remove a social media post criticizing his employer, not for union activity or health and safety complaints. The worker was employed part-time at a T&T Supermarket location in Thornhill, Ont., from November 2022
- [Statistics Canada to cut 850 jobs, 12 per cent of executive team](https://hrnewscanada.com/statistics-canada-to-cut-850-jobs-12-per-cent-of-executive-team/) - By Catherine Morrison Statistics Canada says it will be cutting around 850 of its staff along with 12 per cent of its executive team. Carter Mann, spokesperson for the national statistical agency, said Statistics Canada will inform affected employees within the next two weeks. Data from the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat shows 7,274 people worked
- [Healthcare salaries and benefits up $1.93 billion over five years in Nova Scotia: Auditor General](https://hrnewscanada.com/healthcare-salaries-and-benefits-up-1-93-billion-over-five-years-in-nova-scotia-auditor-general/) - Healthcare salaries and employee benefits in Nova Scotia grew by $1.93 billion over five years, representing one of the largest expense increases across government, Auditor General Kim Adair said Monday in her 2025 Financial Report. Nova Scotia's annual healthcare operating expenses reached $7.7 billion in 2024-25, an increase of $2.4 billion over the last five
- [Ontario fast-tracks nickel project expected to create 4,000 jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-fast-tracks-nickel-project-expected-to-create-4000-jobs/) - The Ontario government is accelerating Canada Nickel Company's Crawford Nickel Project under its new One Project, One Process framework, a move expected to create more than 4,000 jobs and attract $5 billion in investment. The project, located 42 kilometres north of Timmins, is the second to advance under the streamlined permitting framework launched in October,
- [Ontario invests $242 million in college and university upgrades](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-invests-242-million-in-college-and-university-upgrades/) - The Ontario government is putting $242 million into upgrading learning facilities at publicly funded colleges and universities to prepare students for in-demand jobs. The investment will fund maintenance, repairs and modern equipment to strengthen the province's pipeline of skilled workers, according to a government announcement Monday. "In the face of economic uncertainty, Ontario's world-class colleges
- [Compensation tops employee satisfaction drivers for 2026: ADP Canada survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/compensation-tops-employee-satisfaction-drivers-for-2026-adp-canada-survey-finds/) - Employers are placing renewed emphasis on enhancing the employee experience in 2026, with compensation emerging as the dominant factor in both satisfaction and retention, according to a survey of 1,008 Canadian businesses by ADP Canada. Sixty-one per cent of Canadian businesses recognize compensation as the leading factor in overall employee satisfaction, far exceeding flexible hours
- [PEI renews nearly $1.7 million in funding for Indigenous employment and skills training](https://hrnewscanada.com/pei-renews-1-67m-funding-for-indigenous-employment-and-skills-training/) - The Prince Edward Island government has renewed a four-year funding agreement with the Mi'kmaq Confederacy of PEI to support employment and skills training for Indigenous people in the province. The $1.67 million in funding through SkillsPEI will support 144 Indigenous participants across two programs. The project-based program provides personalized mentorship and hands-on experience through social
- [Workers prioritize stability over job moves as economic uncertainty grows in U.S.: Monster](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-prioritize-stability-over-job-moves-as-economic-uncertainty-grows-in-u-s-monster/) - Workers are pulling back from job searches and prioritizing stability as economic uncertainty becomes the new normal, according to a survey of 1,504 U.S. workers. Only 43 per cent of workers plan to job search in 2026, down sharply from 93 per cent who reported the same intention in 2025, according to Monster's 2026 WorkWatch
- [Federal job cuts threaten public service capacity, union warns](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-job-cuts-threaten-public-service-capacity-union-warns/) - Federal departments are issuing workforce reduction notices on a scale not seen in decades, according to the union representing more than 85,000 public sector professionals. The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada said Tuesday the cuts risk long-term damage to service delivery and government capacity. "These are not abstract cuts on the government's
- [Talent Harbour acquires Goldbeck Recruiting in second acquisition](https://hrnewscanada.com/talent-harbour-acquires-goldbeck-recruiting-in-second-acquisition/) - Talent Harbour Group has acquired Goldbeck Recruiting, a Canadian executive search firm founded in 1997, as it expands its national recruiting platform. The Vancouver-based talent management firm announced the deal Tuesday morning. Terms were not disclosed. Goldbeck Recruiting was recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Executive Recruiting Firms in 2025. The firm has
- [Trump will visit a Ford factory and promote manufacturing in Detroit](https://hrnewscanada.com/trump-will-visit-a-ford-factory-and-promote-manufacturing-in-detroit/) - By Will Weissert And Corey Williams DETROIT (AP) — President Donald Trump is traveling to Michigan on Tuesday to promote his efforts to boost U.S. manufacturing, trying to counter fears about a weakening job market and worries that still-rising prices are taking a toll on Americans' pocketbooks. The day trip will include a tour of a Ford factory in Dearborn that makes
- [Worker who punched co-worker reinstated after employer ignored years of racist harassment: Arbitrator](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-who-punched-co-worker-reinstated-after-employer-ignored-years-of-racist-harassment-arbitrator/) - An arbitrator has reinstated a British Columbia mixer driver who was fired for punching a colleague, ruling that his employer's failure to address years of racist provocation and workplace aggression directly contributed to the violent outburst. The worker, employed at Burnco Rock Products since 2017, was terminated after a lunchroom fight in October 2024. His
- [How online communities are helping women stay in the skilled trades](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-online-communities-are-helping-women-stay-in-the-skilled-trades/) - By Daniela Gatti and Mark Julien Canada is facing a significant demographic challenge. Between 2019 and 2028, approximately 700,000 skilled trades workers are expected to retire, leaving a major gap in the future workforce. Governments have responded with more investments to increase interest in the skilled trades and support training, including a recent announcement by
- [Good news, bad news: Most U.S. companies plan to hire, but majority also expecting layoffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/good-news-bad-news-most-u-s-companies-plan-to-hire-but-majority-also-expecting-layoffs/) - Nine in 10 U.S. companies plan to hire in 2026, but more than half also expect to conduct layoffs, according to a new survey that reveals widespread workforce restructuring. The survey of 1,000 U.S. hiring managers found 92 per cent of companies plan to hire next year, with 86 per cent hiring in the first
- [Manitoba post-secondary schools face revenue losses with drop in international students](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-post-secondary-institutions-face-revenue-losses-after-federal-government-cuts-international-student-allocations-by-40/) - Post-secondary institutions in Manitoba are reporting steep declines in international student enrolment and substantial revenue losses following the federal government's decision to cut the province's international student allocations by 40 per cent. Manitoba's international student allocations dropped to 11,196 in 2026 from 18,591 in 2025, Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable announced Thursday. "Since
- [Kraken Robotics appoints Terra Penrose as chief people officer](https://hrnewscanada.com/kraken-robotics-appoints-terra-penrose-as-chief-people-officer/) - Kraken Robotics Inc. has hired Terra Penrose as chief people officer, based at the company's Nova Scotia location. Penrose brings more than 20 years of experience in human resources across defense and aerospace, shipbuilding, municipal government, heavy equipment, oil and gas, and executive search sectors. "Terra brings extensive experience shaping high performing teams and scaling
- [CPKC must pay personal leave based on actual earnings, not minimum rate, court rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/cpkc-must-pay-personal-leave-based-on-actual-earnings-not-minimum-rate-court-rules/) - Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) Railway must compensate employees for paid personal leave days based on their actual average earnings rather than a minimum contractual rate, the Federal Court of Appeal has ruled in a decision that clarifies how employers should calculate wages for the statutory benefit. The Jan. 8 ruling upheld a Canada Industrial
- [Canada has too few professional archeologists, and that has economic consequences](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-has-too-few-professional-archeologists-and-that-has-economic-consequences/) - By Lindsay Amundsen-Meyer, Kenneth Roy Holyoke, and Matthew Munro Canadian cultural resource management archeologists — professional consultants involved in environmental assessment and compliance processes — are increasingly finding themselves in the public eye when their work intersects with the development or disaster response related infrastructure projects. Public or media discussions often arise when delays in
- [Health centre cuts recruiting time 95% with HR tech, boosts retention to 92%: UKG](https://hrnewscanada.com/health-centre-cuts-recruiting-time-95-with-hr-tech-boosts-retention-to-92-ukg/) - A Missouri nonprofit health provider has slashed recruiting time by 95 per cent and payroll processing by 85 per cent after implementing an integrated HR and workforce management platform. KC CARE Health Center, which operates three locations in Kansas City and serves more than 23,000 patients annually with 200 employees, adopted the UKG Ready suite
- [Eurasia Group says no country more at risk than Canada in relations with the U.S.](https://hrnewscanada.com/eurasia-group-says-no-country-more-at-risk-than-canada-in-relations-with-the-u-s/) - By Alessia Passafiume A new report by the Eurasia Group is warning no other country will be as "profoundly affected" by political turmoil in the United States than Canada will be in 2026. The risk management firm says the long-standing relationship between the two countries "is history," and ongoing trade uncertainty will impact the Canadian economy.
- [Hundreds more skilled workers sought for Northwestern Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/hundreds-more-skilled-workers-sought-for-northwestern-ontario/) - By Sandi Krasowski | The Chronicle-Journal In light of the province's plan to review and revise the skilled worker stream of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce has partnered with 30 regional organizations to advocate for Northwestern Ontario. In a letter, the group urged MPP David Piccini, Ontario's minister of labour, immigration,
- [St. Joseph's at Fleming adopts cloud-based scheduling system for long-term care](https://hrnewscanada.com/st-josephs-at-fleming-adopts-cloud-based-scheduling-system-for-long-term-care/) - St. Joseph's at Fleming, a long-term care home in Peterborough, Ont., has selected LGI Workforce Pro to replace manual scheduling processes and modernize workforce management across its long-term care operations. The organization had been operating without a formal scheduling system before choosing the cloud-based platform, which includes scheduling and time and attendance modules. System selection
- [Denison Consulting acquires Newmeasures to expand employee listening services](https://hrnewscanada.com/denison-consulting-acquires-newmeasures-to-expand-employee-listening-services/) - Denison Consulting has merged with Newmeasures in a deal that combines two decades of organizational performance expertise under one company. The merger took effect Jan. 1, with Newmeasures now operating as a practice within Denison Consulting. The Ann Arbor, Mich.-based firm will integrate Newmeasures' employee feedback programs with its organizational health diagnostics and analytics services.
- [Thousands of nurses go on strike at several major New York City hospitals](https://hrnewscanada.com/thousands-of-nurses-go-on-strike-at-several-major-new-york-city-hospitals/) - NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of nurses in three hospital systems in New York City went on strike Monday after negotiations through the weekend failed to yield breakthroughs in their contract disputes. The strike was taking place at The Mount Sinai Hospital and two of its satellite campuses, with picket lines forming. The other affected hospitals are
- [WestJet execs tried cramped seats on flight weeks before viral video sparked backlash](https://hrnewscanada.com/westjet-execs-tried-cramped-seats-on-flight-weeks-before-viral-video-sparked-backlash/) - By Christopher Reynolds On a calm, cloudy day in Calgary last November, WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech stepped onto a plane bound for Toronto along with five other executives, the chairman of the board and several union representatives to try out the new, super-tight seating at the back of the cabin. Sitting in rows 27 and
- [$365,750 fine, foreign worker ban overturned against N.B. lobster processor](https://hrnewscanada.com/365750-fine-foreign-worker-ban-overturned-against-n-b-lobster-processor/) - The Federal Court has overturned sanctions against a New Brunswick lobster processor that had banned the company from using the temporary foreign worker program and had fined it hundreds of thousands of dollars. In 2024 the federal government fined LeBreton & Sons Fisheries $365,750 and banned it from both the temporary foreign worker and international
- [Telus offering hundreds more buyouts amid shift to self-serve options](https://hrnewscanada.com/telus-offering-hundreds-more-buyouts-amid-shift-to-self-serve-options/) - By Sammy Hudes Telus Corp. is offering buyouts to hundreds more employees as part of the company’s push for more self-serve solutions that began last year. The United Steelworkers union said Friday that Telus has offered buyout packages to nearly 700 more workers across the country, including to more than 500 of its members. The union's
- [Groves Memorial Community Hospital gets 3% wage increases, RPN adjustment in interest arbitration](https://hrnewscanada.com/groves-memorial-community-hospital-gets-3-wage-increases-rpn-adjustment-in-interest-arbitration/) - An interest arbitration board has awarded a two-year collective agreement to Groves Memorial Community Hospital and Unifor Local 1106, including 3% general wage increases in each year and special wage adjustments for registered practical nurses and skilled trades workers. The hospital, located in Fergus, Ont., is part of the Wellington Health Care Alliance and provides
- [New SHRM research shows leadership and culture remain central as AI adoption grows](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-shrm-research-shows-leadership-and-culture-remain-central-as-ai-adoption-grows/) - Economic uncertainty and rising expectations are pressuring workplaces to invest in leadership development and employee experience, even as artificial intelligence integration accelerates, according to two new research reports from SHRM. The organization released its 2026 State of the Workplace and 2026 CHRO Priorities and Perspectives reports on Wednesday, surveying more than 4,000 workers, HR professionals
- [Seasonal operator recognition sought for North Perth snowplow drivers in Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/seasonal-operator-recognition-sought-for-north-perth-snowplow-drivers-in-ontario/) - By Kelsey Bent | Listowel Banner LISTOWEL, Ont. — At the Nov. 3 North Perth council meeting Coun. Marc Noordam requested a report from staff detailing standby pay for seasonal plow operators. A report from Human Resources Team Lead, Kelly Fraser stated North Perth provides a daily standby allowance to equipment operators who serve as back-up to the on-call
- [Canada's unemployment rate climbs to 6.8% as more workers search for jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-unemployment-rate-climbs-to-6-8-as-more-workers-search-for-jobs/) - Canada's unemployment rate rose to 6.8 per cent in December as more people entered the job market to search for work, according to Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey released Friday. Employment increased modestly by 8,200 jobs during the month, leaving the employment rate unchanged at 60.9 per cent. The unemployment rate climbed 0.3 percentage points
- [Laurentian Bank buying group annuity contracts to derisk pension plans](https://hrnewscanada.com/laurentian-bank-buying-group-annuity-contracts-to-derisk-pension-plans/) - Laurentian Bank of Canada is buying group annuity contracts to cover the responsibility for pension benefits owed to about 400 retirees, beneficiaries and deferred pension members. The bank says the deal with a Canadian insurer transfers about $60 million in obligations and related assets in connection with its three registered defined benefit pension plans. Laurentian
- [Ontario sues Skills Development Fund-linked company over alleged fraud](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-sues-skills-development-fund-linked-company-over-alleged-fraud/) - By Allison Jones and Liam Casey The Ontario government has filed a lawsuit against a company it contracted to run a student mental health program, alleging fraudulent misrepresentation and seeking to recoup more than $25 million in public money. The province is suing Keel Digital Solutions, a company tied to the controversial Skills Development Fund, for
- [Employer support drives AI adoption as 40 per cent of workers remain disengaged](https://hrnewscanada.com/employer-support-drives-ai-adoption-as-40-per-cent-of-workers-remain-disengaged/) - Up to 40 per cent of workers neither use artificial intelligence nor see a need for AI training, revealing a significant portion of the workforce disconnected from both the technology and career development opportunities, according to new research. The 2025 Indeed Workforce Insights Report surveyed approximately 80,000 workers across eight countries and found that AI
- [GameStop ties CEO Ryan Cohen's pay to $100-billion market cap target](https://hrnewscanada.com/gamestop-ties-ceo-ryan-cohens-pay-to-100-billion-market-cap-target/) - GameStop has granted CEO Ryan Cohen a performance-based stock option award that pays nothing unless the video game retailer's market value reaches $100 billion (all figures U.S.) and the company generates $10 billion in cumulative earnings. The compensation structure eliminates guaranteed pay entirely. Cohen will receive no salary, no cash bonuses and no stock that
- [Judge convicts Canada Post shop steward of sexual assault in Prince George, B.C.](https://hrnewscanada.com/judge-convicts-canada-post-shop-steward-of-sexual-assault-in-prince-george-b-c/) - By Bob Mackin | Prince George Citizen A BC Supreme Court judge convicted a former Canada Post shop steward in Prince George of one of two sexual assault charges on Tuesday, Jan. 6, but acquitted him of both criminal harassment charges. Justice Dev Dley found the Crown proved beyond reasonable doubt that Aaron David Paul Brandly
- [Hochul and Mamdani unveil free child care plan in New York City](https://hrnewscanada.com/hochul-and-mamdani-unveil-free-child-care-plan-in-new-york-city/) - By Anthony Izaguirre NEW YORK (AP) — New York City parents may soon have access to free child care for their 2-year-olds, under a plan unveiled Thursday by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani — a major boon for the city's mayor on one of his signature campaign promises just days into his new job. The two Democrats announced
- [RCAF commander reports progress on filling recruitment, retention gaps](https://hrnewscanada.com/rcaf-commander-reports-progress-on-filling-recruitment-retention-gaps/) - By Kyle Duggan A substantial entry level pay hike for pilots and the acquisition of new and advanced aircraft are “absolutely” helping to shore up Royal Canadian Air Force pilot retention and morale, says the force's commander. In a wide-ranging recent interview with The Canadian Press, Commander Lt.-Gen. Jamie Speiser-Blanchet said she is seeing signs of
- [Retaining employees as they age is possible with more flexibility](https://hrnewscanada.com/retaining-employees-as-they-age-is-possible-with-more-flexibility/) - By Diane-Gabrielle Tremblay Many businesses say they’re suffering from labour shortages, but what are their management practices and what measures could be put in place to retain experienced workers? In 2022, I conducted two studies on behalf of the Comité consultatif 45+ (Advisory Committee on Workers Aged 45 and Over), an organization whose members include
- [Why Canada needs better data on strikes, unions and other labour issues](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-canada-needs-better-data-on-strikes-unions-and-other-labour-issues/) - By Larry Savage and Adam D.K. King In the summer of 2025, the federal government quietly pulled national strike and lockout data from public view. The move followed a complaint from the Confédération des syndicats nationaux (CSN), the second-largest trade union federation in Québec. The CSN learned that an employer organization was waging an anti-union
- [Why grieving a pet can be as hard as grieving a person](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-grieving-a-pet-can-be-as-hard-as-grieving-a-person/) - By Erin Smith For many of us, pets are more than just animals. They are family. So, when a beloved pet dies, the grief can feel overwhelming. For some, like me, it does more than break your heart. The death of a pet can reopen old emotional wounds, intensifying past trauma and worsening existing mental
- [Nova Scotia releases first action plan for 2SLGBTQIA+ communities](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-releases-first-action-plan-for-2slgbtqia-communities/) - Nova Scotia has released its first 2SLGBTQIA+ Action Plan, a strategy aimed at advancing equity and improving access to services for gender and sexual minority communities across the province. The plan was developed under the Dismantling Racism and Hate Act and draws on input from more than 600 community members who participated in surveys, virtual
- [BC forest workers gain access to confidential mental health counselling program](https://hrnewscanada.com/bc-forest-workers-gain-access-to-confidential-mental-health-counselling-program/) - Workers in British Columbia's forest industry can now access free confidential mental health services through the Connection to Care program, which expanded Jan. 5 to include BC Forest Safety Council members. The program offers workers access to registered clinical counsellors and supervised master's level students through a confidential phone line. Callers receive therapeutic support, resource
- [Government workers in Atlantic Canada earn 6.3% more than private sector counterparts: Report](https://hrnewscanada.com/government-workers-in-atlantic-canada-earn-6-3-more-than-private-sector-counterparts-report/) - Government employees in Atlantic Canada earned 6.3 per cent higher wages on average than comparable private-sector workers in 2024, according to a new Fraser Institute study. The wage gap persists even after adjusting for factors such as age, education, occupation and tenure. The study found government workers in the region also receive substantially more generous
- [Prime Minister Carney to visit China and Switzerland to diversify trade partnerships](https://hrnewscanada.com/prime-minister-carney-to-visit-china-and-switzerland-to-diversify-trade-partnerships/) - Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to China and Switzerland later this month to build strategic partnerships, diversify Canada's trade relationships and attract new investment as the government works to reduce reliance on the United States as a trading partner. Carney will visit China from Jan. 13 to 17, marking the first visit to the
- [Building trades unions back national plan to harmonize safety certification standards](https://hrnewscanada.com/building-trades-unions-back-national-plan-to-harmonize-safety-certification-standards/) - Canada's Building Trades Unions has unanimously passed a resolution to harmonize national safety certification standards for construction workers, aiming to eliminate interprovincial barriers that prevent tradespeople from moving between provinces for work. The resolution, passed at a recent board meeting in Ottawa, supports an initiative led by Ontario Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills
- [Wholesale foodservice company cuts hiring costs by $1.8 million with AI recruitment tool](https://hrnewscanada.com/wholesale-foodservice-company-cuts-hiring-costs-by-1-8-million-with-ai-recruitment-tool/) - A U.S. wholesale foodservice supplier has reduced its annual candidate sourcing and employee onboarding costs by $1.8 million (all figures U.S.) in its first year using an AI-driven hiring platform. Jetro Restaurant Depot, which operates 165 locations across 35 states and employs more than 10,500 workers, implemented UKG Rapid Hire in January 2025 to address
- [Video game developer Ubisoft closes Halifax office as part of global cost-cutting](https://hrnewscanada.com/video-game-developer-ubisoft-closes-halifax-office-as-part-of-global-cost-cutting/) - Video game maker Ubisoft Entertainment has closed its production studio in Halifax, eliminating 71 jobs three weeks after most staff members voted to unionize. The Paris-based company — best known for its Assassin’s Creed franchise — issued a statement Wednesday saying the move had nothing to do with a union drive that resulted in 60
- [Worker reinstated after profane outburst during Israel-Gaza debate at paper mill](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-reinstated-after-profane-outburst-during-israel-gaza-debate-at-paper-mill/) - A New Brunswick arbitrator has reinstated a paper mill worker fired for harassment after a workplace conversation about the Israel-Gaza conflict escalated into profanity and offensive comments directed at a Jewish truck driver. The worker, a shipper with four years at Lake Utopia Paper in Saint George, will serve a four-month suspension without pay and
- [Job openings slide to 2nd lowest level in 5 years as hiring remains sluggish in U.S.](https://hrnewscanada.com/job-openings-slide-to-2nd-lowest-level-in-5-years-as-hiring-remains-sluggish/) - By Christopher Rugaber WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers posted far fewer jobs in November than the previous month, a sign that employers aren’t yet ramping up hiring even as growth has picked up. Businesses and government agencies posted 7.1 million open jobs at the end of November, the Labor Department said Wednesday, down from 7.4 million in October.
- [More than half of workers report feeling lonely, new research finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/more-than-half-of-workers-report-feeling-lonely-new-research-finds/) - More than half of workers report feeling lonely, a condition that leads to increased absenteeism, lower engagement, and higher turnover, according to new research from The Cigna Group in the United States. The report, "Loneliness in America 2025: A pervasive struggle requires a communal response," is based on surveys of 7,500 adults in the United
- [WSIB offers construction firms up to $2,500 for defibrillator purchases](https://hrnewscanada.com/wsib-offers-construction-firms-up-to-2500-for-defibrillator-purchases/) - The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board is now offering rebates of up to $2,500 to construction companies that buy automated external defibrillators for qualifying projects across Ontario. The program launched Jan. 6 and applies to AEDs purchased between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2027. It aims to increase access to life-saving equipment on construction
- [Ontario to spend $26 million training 3,000 long-term care workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-spend-26-million-training-3000-long-term-care-workers/) - The Ontario government will invest more than $26 million to train nearly 3,000 new long-term care staff through two programs aimed at addressing workforce shortages in the sector. The funding will support the expansion of the Living Classrooms program and the Supporting Professional Growth Fund, allowing students to train in their home communities while working
- [Air Transat pilots ratify five-year collective agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-pilots-ratify-five-year-collective-agreement/) - Air Transat pilots have voted to ratify a new collective agreement that runs until April 2030. The agreement includes pay increases to align with industry standards and changes aimed at improving efficiency and productivity, according to the company. "This agreement, beneficial for both parties, acknowledges the progress needed to catch up to the industry and
- [Sysco Ottawa required to let drivers bid on daily routes by seniority, arbitrator rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/sysco-ottawa-required-to-let-drivers-bid-on-daily-routes-by-seniority-arbitrator-rules/) - An Ontario arbitrator has ruled that Sysco Ottawa violated its collective agreement by using "bid packs" that restricted drivers' ability to choose their daily routes by seniority, finding the employer must allow drivers to select both their days off and individual route assignments. Arbitrator John McNamee determined the company's scheduling system, which bundled specific routes
- [Arbitrator dismisses nurses' grievances over denied summer vacation requests at Norfolk General Hospital](https://hrnewscanada.com/arbitrator-dismisses-nurses-grievances-over-denied-summer-vacation-requests-at-norfolk-general-hospital/) - An arbitrator has dismissed grievances filed by two nurses who claimed Norfolk General Hospital in Simcoe, Ont., violated their collective agreement by not granting them two full weeks of vacation during the summer months. The Ontario Nurses' Association filed grievances on behalf of two nurses who worked non-standard shift schedules and had portions of their
- [Workers in Peterborough, Ont., push back against province's back-to-office mandate](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-in-peterborough-ont-push-back-against-provinces-back-to-office-mandate/) - By Sebastian Johnston-Lindsay | The Peterborough Examiner As the Ford government mandates public sector workers return to work five days a week beginning Monday, some employees are pushing back, citing a critical lack of space, concerns about costs and inconsistencies in how the mandate is being enforced. In Peterborough, workers at Ontario Health atHome, which co-ordinates
- [Canadian DB pension plans enter 2026 with strong financial cushions](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-db-pension-plans-enter-2026-with-strong-financial-cushions/) - Canadian defined benefit pension plans are starting 2026 in a strong financial position, with the median solvency ratio reaching 132 per cent as of Dec. 31, 2025, according to Mercer's Pension Health Pulse. This represents a seven per cent increase in the ratio during 2025, including three per cent in the final quarter. The solvency
- [Nova Scotia labour board dismisses union objection over incomplete decertification form](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-labour-board-dismisses-union-objection-over-incomplete-decertification-form/) - Nova Scotia's labour board has ruled that a worker's failure to complete certain sections of a decertification application form does not prevent the matter from proceeding to a vote, dismissing a union's preliminary objection based on technical deficiencies. The board found that omissions in the application form constituted a defect in form rather than a
- [WorkSafeBC holds premium rate at $1.55 for ninth straight year](https://hrnewscanada.com/worksafebc-holds-premium-rate-at-1-55-for-ninth-straight-year/) - WorkSafeBC will maintain its average base premium rate at $1.55 per $100 of assessable payroll in 2026, marking the ninth consecutive year without change to the rate employers pay for workers’ compensation coverage. The rate remains below the expected cost to operate the system. The average cost rate for 2026 is projected at $1.83 per
- [UKG ranks as top software employer for tech workers, earns multiple Forbes honours](https://hrnewscanada.com/ukg-ranks-as-top-software-employer-for-tech-workers-earns-multiple-forbes-honours/) - UKG placed seventh overall among large organizations in Computerworld's 2026 Best Places to Work in IT rankings, marking the highest position achieved by any software provider on the list. The Massachusetts-based company, which provides HR, payroll and workforce management software, also received six separate workplace recognition awards from Forbes, including spots on lists for best
- [Ex-BlackBerry employees claim firm has 'toxic' and 'boys' club' culture: court docs](https://hrnewscanada.com/ex-blackberry-employees-claim-firm-has-toxic-and-boys-club-culture-court-docs/) - By Tara Deschamps New court documents filed in a lawsuit against BlackBerry Ltd. allege at least three women were fired after reporting the tech firm had a "boys’ club” culture. The documents were filed in support of former BlackBerry chief marketing officer Neelam Sandhu, who launched a lawsuit against the Waterloo, Ont.-based cybersecurity firm and CEO
- [As Ontario civil servants return to office full time, union calls order 'ridiculous'](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-government-workers-set-to-return-to-office-full-time-as-of-today/) - By Liam Casey Ontario government employees are expected to return to the office five days per week starting Monday, despite objections from public sector unions. In August, Premier Doug Ford announced thousands of Ontario civil servants would return to the office full time by January, ending work-from-home and hybrid models that have persisted more than five
- [Ottawa opens $16.5 million in funding for workplace equity and harassment prevention](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-opens-16-5-million-in-funding-for-workplace-equity-and-harassment-prevention/) - The federal government is now accepting proposals for projects aimed at improving equity and preventing harassment in federally regulated workplaces, with $16.5 million available over the next three years. Employment and Social Development Canada and the Privy Council Office launched two calls for proposals on Monday targeting employers and organizations that want to develop tools
- [4 injured in suburban Philadelphia nursing home explosion file negligence lawsuit](https://hrnewscanada.com/4-injured-in-suburban-philadelphia-nursing-home-explosion-file-negligence-lawsuit/) - By Mark Scolforo Four people hurt when an explosion ripped through a Pennsylvania nursing home two weeks ago sued the facility and a natural gas utility on Monday, claiming their negligence was to blame. Two workers at Bristol Health & Rehab Center LLC, a resident of the suburban Philadelphia facility and a contractor who happened to be there when the blast
- [Feeling stuck at work as the New Year begins? It may be a sign of professional growth](https://hrnewscanada.com/feeling-stuck-at-work-as-the-new-year-begins-it-may-be-a-sign-of-professional-growth/) - By Leda Stawnychko As the new year starts, it’s natural to feel torn between gratitude and restlessness. December often disrupts routines: fewer meetings, quieter inboxes and a rare chance to take stock and reflect. During this time, people may feel pride in how far they have come, alongside a growing sense that the path they
- [Why you’re wise on Tuesday and foolish on Sunday: Practising wisdom in uncertain times](https://hrnewscanada.com/why-youre-wise-on-tuesday-and-foolish-on-sunday-practising-wisdom-in-uncertain-times/) - By Igor Grossmann and Jackson A. Smith It’s that time of year when the internet turns into a giant group chat about self-improvement. New year, new you. Better habits. Better boundaries. A year older, and maybe wiser. Right on cue, the wisdom hucksters appear. They are the “one weird trick” crowd — the gurus with
- [Frontline workers cite flexibility, pay as top reasons they'd quit: UKG global survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/frontline-workers-cite-flexibility-pay-as-top-reasons-theyd-quit-ukg-global-survey/) - Low pay and inflexible work schedules are driving frontline employees to consider leaving their jobs, according to a 10-country survey of more than 8,000 workers released by UKG. The study found 56 per cent of frontline workers reported living paycheque to paycheque in 2025, down from 64 per cent in 2024. Low pay remained the
- [Your new health habit may be just a mental shift away](https://hrnewscanada.com/your-new-health-habit-may-be-just-a-mental-shift-away/) - By Mandi Baker The new year starts for many by making resolutions to live healthier lives. This can mean getting fitter by joining a gym, signing up to Pilates classes or starting a new diet. For many, these resolutions are hard to maintain and the new habits slip away. Unfortunately, there are many reasons why
- [A regime change in Venezuela could have grim consequences for Canada’s oil sector](https://hrnewscanada.com/a-regime-change-in-venezuela-could-have-grim-consequences-for-canadas-oil-sector/) - By Philippe Le Billon Following Nicolás Maduro’s capture in Caracas by United States military forces, active planning for political transition in Venezuela has intensified in Washington, D.C. For the U.S., the prize is the prospect of reviving one of the world’s largest proven oil reserves and reshaping global energy markets in its favour. But the
- [Canada's Enabled Talent launches U.S. program targeting veteran employment barriers](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-enabled-talent-launches-u-s-program-targeting-veteran-employment-barriers/) - A Canadian accessibility technology company has expanded into the United States with a workforce initiative designed to address employment gaps for military veterans with disabilities. Enabled Talent launched Enabled Veterans on Jan. 4, focusing on structural barriers that prevent disabled veterans from securing civilian employment despite their skills and experience. The company said approximately 30
- [HOOPP surpasses 500,000 members as SickKids joins pension plan](https://hrnewscanada.com/hoopp-surpasses-500000-members-as-sickkids-joins-pension-plan/) - The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan has reached 500,000 members, a milestone achieved when the Hospital for Sick Children officially joined the plan in late December. The addition of SickKids brought more than 6,500 new members to HOOPP and means every hospital in Ontario now participates in the pension plan. The plan ended 2025 with
- [Employer breached duty to bargain by withholding pension data, BC board rules](https://hrnewscanada.com/employer-breached-duty-to-bargain-by-withholding-pension-data-bc-board-rules/) - An employer's refusal to provide pension plan information to a union breached its duty to bargain in good faith, the British Columbia Labour Relations Board has ruled, though the tribunal rejected broader claims the company was deliberately stalling negotiations. The board ordered Richmond Elevator Maintenance to disclose outstanding pension documentation to the International Union of
- [Brantford, Ont., firefighters awarded wage increases up to 9.5% in interest arbitration](https://hrnewscanada.com/brantford-ont-firefighters-awarded-wage-increases-up-to-9-5-in-interest-arbitration/) - An interest arbitration board has awarded Brantford firefighters a three-year collective agreement that includes wage increases ranging from 1.7 per cent to 9.5 per cent across six scheduled raises, along with enhanced benefits and extended bereavement leave. The award, issued in December 2025, resolved outstanding issues between the City of Brantford and Brantford Professional Fire
- [Long‑term care staff in Essex, Ont., say payroll chaos pushing workers to the brink](https://hrnewscanada.com/long-term-care-staff-in-essex-ont-say-payroll-chaos-pushing-workers-to-the-brink/) - By Matt Weinagrden | Lakeshore News Reporter Workers at the Extendicare‑run Iler Lodge in Essex, Ont., say months of payroll problems left staff struggling through the 2025 holiday season, prompting the union representing them to file multiple grievances and call for urgent action as the issues continue into 2026. The roughly 140 members of CUPE Local
- [Arbitrator cuts NB Power's post-leave work rule from four months to three](https://hrnewscanada.com/arbitrator-cuts-nb-powers-post-leave-work-rule-from-four-months-to-three/) - An arbitrator has ordered New Brunswick Power to shorten the time employees must work after returning from leave before they can qualify for merit-based pay increases, ruling the company's four-month requirement was excessive. Arbitrator Michel Doucet found that while the utility had the right to set a minimum work period for performance evaluations, requiring four
- [Labour board certifies union for service technicians and customer service rep at Tawi Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-board-certifies-union-for-service-technicians-and-customer-service-rep-at-tawi-canada/) - The Ontario Labour Relations Board has certified Unifor as the bargaining agent for service technicians and a customer service representative at Tawi Canada in Markham, rejecting the employer's argument that the positions were too different to share a bargaining unit. The decision resolved a dispute over whether a single customer service representative should be included
- [Randstad names sales, admin and healthcare roles as Canada's most in-demand jobs for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/randstad-names-sales-admin-and-healthcare-roles-as-canadas-most-in-demand-jobs-for-2026/) - Randstad Canada has released its annual ranking of the country's 15 most in-demand jobs for 2026, with sales associates, administrative assistants and customer service representatives leading the list. The report shows employers are prioritizing roles that combine technological skills with relationship-building abilities, according to Patrick Poulin, president and CEO of Randstad Canada. "This ranking confirms
- [Remote work option ending for thousands of public, private sector workers in 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/remote-work-option-ending-for-thousands-of-public-private-sector-workers-in-2026/) - By Catherine Morrison The new year will bring some big changes to the rules on in-office work for many employees across the country — including tens of thousands of provincial government staff in Ontario and Alberta who will soon be required back in the office full-time. As of Jan. 5, Ontario provincial government employees will be
- [Major Quebec ski resort Le Massif de Charlevoix shuts down because of strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/major-quebec-ski-resort-le-massif-de-charlevoix-shuts-down-because-of-strike/) - A Quebec ski resort suspended operations on Friday after its unionized workforce walked off the job, leaving one of the province's most renowned winter playgrounds closed indefinitely. Earlier in the day, Le Massif de Charlevoix said it had closed its ski lifts, slopes, tobogganing areas, food services, the gift shop and the workshop at the
- [Canada's top CEOs earned what average workers make in a year by 9:23 a.m. on Jan. 2](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-top-ceos-earned-what-average-workers-make-in-a-year-by-923-a-m-on-jan-2/) - Canada's 100 highest-paid CEOs earned the equivalent of an average worker's annual salary by 9:23 a.m. on the first working day of 2026, according to a new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives. The report found the average pay for Canada's top 100 CEOs reached a record $16.2 million in 2024, up from
- [Changes to tips earned at work, sick leave now in effect in Saskatchewan](https://hrnewscanada.com/changes-to-tips-earned-at-work-sick-leave-now-in-effect-in-saskatchewan/) - By Jeremy Simes Changes to employment standards in Saskatchewan kick in today, affecting workers who collect tips or call in sick. The new rules prevent employers from deducting or withholding tips from employees. The province says workers who've had their tips held back can file complaints to the director of employment standards, who can force an
- [Jobs, economy top voters' priorities at the end of a turbulent 2025: Nanos poll](https://hrnewscanada.com/jobs-economy-top-voters-priorities-at-the-end-of-a-turbulent-2025-nanos-poll/) - By Craig Lord A year-end poll from Nanos suggests Canadians will want to see action from the Liberal government on major economic files in the new year. Just over one in five respondents to the poll published this week said jobs and the economy were the most important national issues — more than double the 10
- [Minimum piece rates for farm hand-harvest workers rise 2.6 percent in B.C.](https://hrnewscanada.com/minimum-piece-rates-for-farm-hand-harvest-workers-rise-2-6-percent-in-b-c/) - British Columbia's minimum piece rates for workers who hand-harvest 15 specified farm crops will increase 2.6 percent on Dec. 31, 2025. The increase applies to workers harvesting peaches, apricots, brussels sprouts, daffodils, mushrooms, apples, beans, blueberries, cherries, grapes, pears, peas, prune plums, raspberries and strawberries, as specified in the Employment Standards Regulation. The adjustment is
- [Ontario workplaces face new rules on hiring, safety and labour mobility in 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-workplaces-face-new-rules-on-hiring-safety-and-labour-mobility-in-2026/) - Ontario will require defibrillators on large construction sites and mandate compensation disclosure in job postings under new workplace regulations taking effect Jan. 1, 2026. Construction sites with 20 or more workers on projects lasting at least three months must have defibrillators available, with at least one worker trained in CPR and defibrillator operation present during
- [GCE Global Solutions acquires payroll firm to expand cross-border services](https://hrnewscanada.com/gce-global-solutions-acquires-payroll-firm-to-expand-cross-border-services/) - GCE Global Solutions Corp. has acquired GCE Payroll Advisers Inc. in a move to expand its employer of record and international payroll capabilities. The Montreal-based workforce solutions provider announced the deal on Dec. 30, saying the acquisition will strengthen its ability to serve companies managing employment and payroll across multiple countries. Expanding compliance expertise GCE
- [Five things to watch in Canadian business for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/five-things-to-watch-in-canadian-business-for-2026/) - By Craig Wong Trade issues dominated headlines for Canadian business in 2025, but the stock market seemed to shrug off the economic woes as it hit record highs. Heading into 2026, trade will remain in the spotlight, but the new year also brings new challenges as Ottawa looks to make fundamental changes to the economy. Here's
- [B.C. paramedics union says negotiations broke down, warns of a possible strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-paramedics-union-says-negotiations-broke-down-warns-of-a-possible-strike/) - The union representing thousands of paramedics, dispatchers, and call takers in British Columbia is warning about potential job action after it says contract negotiations broke down before Christmas. A statement from Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia says that it has been in collective agreement negotiations with the employer, BC Emergency Health Services, since September. It
- [US applications for jobless benefits fell below 200,000 last week with layoffs historically low](https://hrnewscanada.com/us-applications-for-jobless-benefits-fell-below-200000-last-week-with-layoffs-historically-low/) - By Matt Ott WASHINGTON (AP) — Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week with layoffs remaining low despite a weakening labor market. U.S. applications for jobless claims for the week ending Dec. 27 fell by 16,000 to 199,000 from the previous week’s 215,000, the Labor Department reported Wednesday. Analysts surveyed by the data firm FactSet forecast
- [Nova Scotia expands workers’ compensation coverage, speeds up claims process](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-expands-workers-compensation-coverage-speeds-up-claims-process/) - Nova Scotia’s Workers’ Compensation Board will implement sweeping changes to the Workers’ Compensation Act on Jan. 1, 2026, extending cancer coverage to more firefighters and giving workers three times longer to appeal claim decisions. The amendments modernize benefit protections, accelerate injury reporting timelines, and introduce full cost-of-living adjustments for long-term benefits starting in 2027. Extended
- [Leeds and Grenville paramedics awarded 10.5% wage increase over three years](https://hrnewscanada.com/leeds-and-grenville-paramedics-awarded-10-5-wage-increase-over-three-years/) - An interest arbitration board has awarded paramedics in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville wage increases totalling 10.5 per cent over three years, along with enhanced sick leave provisions and increased benefits coverage. The arbitration award, issued Dec. 19, 2025, resolved outstanding collective bargaining issues between the employer and Canadian Union of Public Employees
- [Horizon Bank names Pam Zarazee director of human resources](https://hrnewscanada.com/horizon-bank-names-pam-zarazee-director-of-human-resources/) - Horizon Bank has appointed Pam Zarazee as senior vice president and director of human resources, effective immediately. Zarazee will lead the bank's human resources function, overseeing talent management, employee engagement, and compensation. She will join Horizon Bank's senior leadership team at the Michigan City, Indiana-based institution. "Pam's proven experience in employee development and engagement, succession
- [RCMP union cuts into Alberta Next Panel for recommendation to shed Mounties](https://hrnewscanada.com/rcmp-union-cuts-into-alberta-next-panel-for-recommendation-to-shed-mounties/) - By Dayne Patterson The national RCMP union is criticizing what it calls a "misleading" Alberta government panel report that urges Premier Danielle Smith’s government to continue steps to ditch the Mounties. Brian Sauvé, the head of the National Police Federation, says the Alberta Next panel is trying to revive a proposal that has already been rejected
- [Babblers and quacks: the sometimes dark – but often amusing – origins of Aussie nicknames for jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/babblers-and-quacks-the-sometimes-dark-but-often-amusing-origins-of-aussie-nicknames-for-jobs/) - By Kate Burridge and Howard Manns These days, human resources (HR) departments want us to use official titles for jobs. But we know the social truths of a job — how well that job gets done, whether we like the person doing it — are much more complex. Nicknames for jobs help us manage workplace
- [Treasury Board minister silent on details of plan to shrink federal public service](https://hrnewscanada.com/treasury-board-minister-silent-on-details-of-plan-to-shrink-federal-public-service/) - By Catherine Morrison Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali says the federal government hasn't worked out details of its plans to cut the bureaucracy and boost the amount of time public servants spend in the office. Ali said in a recent interview with The Canadian Press the government is still finalizing its workforce adjustment and return-to-office plans.
- [The fine art of not being a jerk: Why cynicism isn't leadership](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-fine-art-of-not-being-a-jerk-why-cynicism-isnt-leadership/) - I was taught to question everything. As a young reporter, that instinct served me well. Press releases became puzzles to decode. Corporate spin was background music to ignore. Every grand announcement deserved a raised eyebrow and a follow-up call. Cynicism wasn't a character flaw — it was professional armour. Now that I've got more than
- [AI use in the workplace jumps to nearly half of employees: Gallup](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-use-in-the-workplace-jumps-to-nearly-half-of-employees-gallup/) - Nearly half of American workers now use artificial intelligence at work at least occasionally, according to new survey data showing a sharp increase in workplace AI adoption over the past year. Forty-five per cent of U.S. employees reported using AI at work at least a few times a year in the third quarter of 2025,
- [Resolve to network at your employer’s next ‘offsite’](https://hrnewscanada.com/resolve-to-network-at-your-employers-next-offsite/) - By Madeline Kneeland and Adam M. Kleinbaum What do you do when an announcement about an “offsite” hits your work inbox? Chances are you might sigh and begrudgingly add the event to your calendar. These events, also called retreats, bring colleagues together for a mix of structured activities and free time – freeing them from
- [AltaGas reaches five-year labour agreement at propane export terminal](https://hrnewscanada.com/altagas-reaches-five-year-labour-agreement-at-propane-export-terminal/) - AltaGas Ltd. has signed a new five-year labour agreement with union workers at its Ridley Island Propane Export Terminal in Prince Rupert, B.C., ending a 28-day labour disruption. The agreement with International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 523B was ratified and union employees returned to work on Dec. 25. During the labour disruption, AltaGas used
- [Smooth sailing or turbulence ahead? A look at the airline labour talks on the horizon](https://hrnewscanada.com/smooth-sailing-or-turbulence-ahead-a-look-at-the-airline-labour-talks-on-the-horizon/) - By Christopher Reynolds After several years of labour unrest in transport, Canadian travellers face more potential airline disruptions in 2026. Strikes by Air Canada flight attendants and WestJet mechanics halted operations at the country's two biggest airlines since June 2024, and the threat of job action from pilots at WestJet and Air Transat further snarled operations.
- [Think you know business news? Test your knowledge with this 2025 quiz](https://hrnewscanada.com/think-you-know-business-news-test-your-knowledge-with-this-2025-quiz/) - By The Canadian Press From labour strikes to bankruptcies to tariffs, it was yet another eventful year in Canadian business. The TSX soared to new heights and deals were made and lost. How well do you remember 2025? Take this business quiz to see how up-to-speed you are on some of the year's biggest headlines. —
- [Head of Memorial University’s EDI office leaving role](https://hrnewscanada.com/head-of-memorial-universitys-edi-office-leaving-role/) - By Rhea Rollmann | The Independent Memorial University’s Vice-Provost of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (EDI-AR) has ended the position’s inaugural term eight months early. According to the St. John's, N.L.-based university, Delores Mullings “has decided not to begin the review process for a second term,” spokesperson Chad Pelley said in an emailed statement. Mullings, whose
- [Future uncertain for Ontario college students as federal policy brings cuts, layoffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/future-uncertain-for-ontario-college-students-as-federal-policy-brings-cuts-layoffs/) - By Maan Alhmidi The tightening of Canada's international student regime has had ripple effects across higher education, but Ontario college students fear they are set to hurt the most amid cancelled programs and service adjustments. Colleges across the province have announced the suspension of dozens of programs in response to a lower federal cap on international
- [Immigrant truckers file suit over California's plans to revoke commercial driver's licenses](https://hrnewscanada.com/immigrant-truckers-file-suit-over-californias-plans-to-revoke-commercial-drivers-licenses/) - A group of immigrant truckers sued California's Department of Motor Vehicles on Tuesday, alleging the state violated thousands of workers' rights when officials took action to revoke their commercial driver's licenses. California officials said last month that the state notified about 17,000 truckers that their commercial driver's licenses would be revoked because the expiration dates went past
- [Canada Soccer still waiting on new CSB deal but expects improved financial figures](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-soccer-still-waiting-on-new-csb-deal-but-expects-improved-financial-figures/) - By Neil Davidson Canada Soccer and the men's national team have agreed on compensation for the players' participation in next year's World Cup. But there is a catch, which hopefully will be resolved ahead of the 48-team tournament's June 11 kickoff. While there is a deal, it is not yet official. "The labour agreement framework between
- [Quebec paramedics, ambulance technicians to strike Dec. 24 but keep essential service](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-paramedics-ambulance-technicians-to-strike-dec-24-but-keep-essential-service/) - Workers for nearly 40 ambulance services across Quebec are planning an unlimited strike beginning Christmas Eve. The 39 unions are associated with the Fédération du préhospitalier du Québec and represent more than 2,000 paramedics and ambulance technicians across the province. Union spokesperson Jérémie Corneau-Landry says paramedics will still be working all their shifts and the
- [B.C. construction firm owner fined in 'landmark case' for safety violations](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-construction-firm-owner-fined-in-landmark-case-for-safety-violations/) - WorkSafeBC says the owner of a homebuilding company has been fined more than $80,000 for workplace safety violations in a "landmark case." The worker safety agency says the fine stems from an investigation for violations of workplace safety laws involving Phoenix Homes Ltd. and its owner Nirmal Singh Takhar. It says an investigation in 2023
- [Nova Scotia's WCB introduces provider network to cut wait times for injured workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotias-wcb-introduces-provider-network-to-cut-wait-times-for-injured-workers/) - The Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia will launch a new provider network in 2026 designed to reduce assessment and treatment wait times for workers injured on the job. Under the new system, injured workers will be contacted within 24 hours of referral and assessed within three days for physical injuries or five days for
- [Ideology still shapes Albertans' views of unions, report says](https://hrnewscanada.com/ideology-still-shapes-albertans-views-of-unions-report-says/) - By Trent Wilkie | St. Albert Gazette Unionization in Alberta delivers clear financial benefits, shrinking the gender wage gap, and boosts pay for young workers, even as overall union coverage remains among the lowest in Canada, a new Parkland Institute report concludes. Alberta’s Union Advantage: Wages, Equity, and the Power of Collective Bargaining analyzes Statistics Canada data
- [An American Dream at risk: What happens to a small Nebraska town when 3,200 workers lose their jobs](https://hrnewscanada.com/an-american-dream-at-risk-what-happens-to-a-small-nebraska-town-when-3200-workers-lose-their-jobs/) - By Jesse Bedayn LEXINGTON, Neb. (AP) — On a frigid day after Mass at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in rural Nebraska, worshippers shuffled into the basement and sat on folding chairs, their faces barely masking the fear gripping their town. A pall hung over the room just as it hung over the holiday season in Lexington,
- [Canada Post and postal union reach tentative agreements for urban and rural workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/canada-post-and-postal-union-reach-tentative-agreements-for-urban-and-rural-workers/) - Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have reached tentative agreements covering both urban and rural mail carrier bargaining units, ending negotiations that began after agreements in principle were reached in November 2025. The tentative agreements include wage increases of 6.5 per cent in year one and three per cent in year two,
- [WorkSafeBC clarifies tips, wage-loss benefits in payroll reporting directive](https://hrnewscanada.com/worksafebc-clarifies-tips-wage-loss-benefits-in-payroll-reporting-directive/) - WorkSafeBC has updated its assessable payroll practice directive to clarify how employers should report tips and wage-loss benefits, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The changes to Assessment Practice Directive 5-245-2(A) aim to make payroll reporting more accurate and administratively efficient for employers, according to the provincial workers’ compensation board. The update does not change the underlying
- [Prime Minister Mark Carney named The Canadian Press Newsmaker of the Year](https://hrnewscanada.com/prime-minister-mark-carney-named-the-canadian-press-newsmaker-of-the-year/) - By David Baxter This time last year, the average Canadian might have struggled to pick Mark Carney's face out of a crowd. Now he's among the most recognizable figures in the country, and was selected The Canadian Press Newsmaker of the Year for 2025 in an annual survey of newsroom editors and leaders from across the
- [The U.S. tariff tax on Canadian jobs is coming due](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-u-s-tariff-tax-on-canadian-jobs-is-coming-due/) - The numbers arrived quietly this morning, tucked into a Statistics Canada report with all the drama of a tax form. But for anyone paying attention to what's happening at the border, they carry the weight of a verdict. Between December 2024 and August 2025, employment in Canadian industries dependent on U.S. demand fell by 18,100
- [Employment in U.S.-dependent Canadian industries drops 1.4% amid tariffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-in-u-s-dependent-canadian-industries-drops-1-4-amid-tariffs/) - Employment in Canadian industries that depend on US demand fell by 18,100 jobs between December 2024 and August 2025, a decline of 1.4%, according to a new Statistics Canada report. During the same period, total payroll employment remained essentially unchanged, while employment in industries less dependent on US demand rose by 38,100 jobs. The findings
- [Nova Scotia care home ordered to exhaust casual staff before requiring union workers during strikes](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-care-home-ordered-to-exhaust-casual-staff-before-requiring-union-workers-during-strikes/) - A Nova Scotia continuing care centre must make "all reasonable efforts" to use casual and agency workers before requiring union members to provide essential services during a work stoppage, the province's labour board has ruled. The order resolves a dispute between The Magnolia Continuing Care Centre in Enfield and the Canadian Union of Public Employees,
- [Video game workers at Ubisoft in Halifax vote to unionize](https://hrnewscanada.com/video-game-workers-at-ubisoft-in-halifax-vote-to-unionize/) - The Nova Scotia Labour Board has certified the Game & Media Workers Guild of Canada as the bargaining agent for employees at Ubisoft Divertissements in Halifax after a majority voted in favour of unionization. The certification, effective Dec. 18, covers all regular full-time and part-time employees working in or out of Halifax. Excluded from the
- [B.C.'s David Eby 'not seeking' 2026 election, after year that tested NDP coalition](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-s-david-eby-not-seeking-2026-election-after-year-that-tested-ndp-coalition/) - By Wolfgang Depner It should have been a very bad day for David Eby's government. But on Dec. 3, the morning after the pending closure of the pulp mill in Crofton, B.C., was announced with the loss of 350 jobs, the political focus was on the leadership saga in the Opposition B.C. Conservatives, as 20 of
- [Hundreds of public servants to learn about job cuts in the new year](https://hrnewscanada.com/hundreds-of-public-servants-to-learn-about-job-cuts-in-the-new-year/) - By Catherine Morrison Federal public servants are expected to learn about job cuts in their departments when they return from their holiday break. Departments such as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Environment and Climate Change and Employment and Social Development have told their staff already that news on job cuts will be shared in the new year.
- [Resident's death at Ontario group home amid staff strike not suspicious: police](https://hrnewscanada.com/residents-death-at-ontario-group-home-amid-staff-strike-not-suspicious-police/) - By Cassidy McMackon A resident of a Greater Toronto Area group home for adults with developmental disabilities that has been at the centre of a bitter labour dispute has died. Halton regional police said emergency crews responded to a medical call Friday morning at 53 Bond Street in Oakville, Ont., a care home run by the
- [B.C. Union that represents 67,500 health workers votes 54.2 per cent for 4 year deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-union-that-represents-67500-health-workers-votes-54-2-per-cent-for-4-year-deal/) - The bargaining group that represents 67,500 health workers in British Columbia has voted 54.2 per cent in favour of a four-year agreement. The deal follows other contracts recently signed with the government, which include wage increases of three per cent in each year, and the Facilities Bargaining Association says it also has gains in support
- [Alberta Next panel recommends referendum to quit CPP, ditching RCMP](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-next-panel-recommends-referendum-to-quit-cpp-ditching-rcmp/) - By Lisa Johnson Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s hand-picked panel re-examining the province's relationship with Ottawa says it’s time to ditch the RCMP and hold a provincewide referendum on quitting the Canada Pension Plan. The Alberta Next panel, in a report with findings and recommendations, says creating a provincial pension plan was the most hotly debated topic
- [Worker who died at potash mine in southern Saskatchewan identified as loving father](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-who-died-at-potash-mine-in-southern-saskatchewan-identified-as-loving-father/) - A worker who died in an underground potash mine in Saskatchewan has been identified as a loving father and active union member. Unifor says Tyrone McLeod was a mine operator at the Mosaic Company's K3 mine near Esterhazy. He died Monday in what the company called a fall of ground incident. The 41-year-old was a
- [CPKC, CN Rail warn on risks around proposed Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern merger](https://hrnewscanada.com/cpkc-cn-rail-warn-on-risks-around-proposed-union-pacific-norfolk-southern-merger/) - Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. and Canadian National Railway Co. are warning about the impact to competition of a proposed rail merger in the U.S. that would create that country's first coast-to-coast freight railway. In a release Friday, CPKC said Union Pacific's proposed purchase of Norfolk Southern would "radically" change America's rail network and
- [As a tough year wraps, Unifor's Lana Payne prepares for more challenges ahead](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-a-tough-year-wraps-unifors-lana-payne-prepares-for-more-challenges-ahead/) - By Ian Bickis The head of Canada's largest private-sector union says she's glad to be putting this year behind her, but next year will present a whole new set of daunting challenges. Unifor national president Lana Payne said in an interview Friday that tariffs imposed by the United States this year have meant a lot of
- [Ford defends Skills Development Fund in wake of ethics probe of labour minister](https://hrnewscanada.com/ford-defends-skills-development-fund-in-wake-of-ethics-probe-of-labour-minister/) - By Liam Casey Premier Doug Ford defended the province's Skills Development Fund Friday in wake of a newly launched ethics investigation into Labour Minister David Piccini's dealings of that fund. Ontario Integrity Commissioner Cathryn Motherwell opened a probe into Piccini after the provincial Liberals and New Democrats alleged he breached ethics rules in handing out skills
- [Québec sets international student application caps for next two years](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-sets-international-student-application-caps-for-next-two-years/) - The Québec government has set maximum application limits for international students seeking to study in the province for the next two years, effective today. The order, published in the Gazette officielle du Québec, establishes caps on applications under the International Student Program from Dec. 17, 2025 to Dec. 16, 2027. The decision aims to preserve
- [Quebec doctors vote in favour of deal, premier names new health minister](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-doctors-vote-in-favour-of-deal-premier-names-new-health-minister/) - By Sidhartha Banerjee Quebec's new health minister was sworn in on Friday, a day after Christian Dubé resigned from the role and quit the Coalition Avenir Québec party over changes to a doctor-pay law he had championed in the legislature. The ceremony for Sonia Bélanger took place shortly after the federation of Quebec family doctors said
- [Union says funding early retirement plan through pensions would be 'borderline theft'](https://hrnewscanada.com/union-says-funding-early-retirement-plan-through-pensions-would-be-borderline-theft/) - By Catherine Morrison Federal unions are accusing the federal government of setting a dangerous precedent and even "borderline theft" by funding an early retirement incentive for employees through the Public Service Pension Fund. The plan - announced in the budget in November - comes as government departments make job cuts to hit mandated budget reductions. Earlier
- [Lindsay Temple named interim CEO of HRPA](https://hrnewscanada.com/lindsay-temple-named-interim-ceo-of-hrpa/) - The Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) has appointed Lindsay Temple as interim chief executive officer, effective immediately. Temple, a current HRPA board member, brings experience in HR strategy, enterprise risk management and governance to the role. She will begin office hours Jan. 7. The appointment follows the departure of Jodi Kovitz, who announced in November
- [Quebec adopts regulations allowing dynamic pension funds in workplace plans](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-adopts-regulations-allowing-dynamic-pension-funds-in-workplace-plans/) - Quebec has become the first Canadian province to establish a regulatory framework for dynamic pension funds, officially adopting regulations on December 17 that will allow defined contribution pension plans and voluntary retirement savings plans to offer variable payment life annuities starting January 1, 2026, according to a press release from Normandin Beaudry. The regulations, published
- [Bolivia's largest cities brought to standstill by transportation strike over fuel price hike](https://hrnewscanada.com/bolivias-largest-cities-brought-to-standstill-by-transportation-strike-over-fuel-price-hike/) - By Carlos Valdez LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — The streets of Bolivia's largest cities, La Paz and Santa Cruz, were brought to a standstill on Friday as public transportation workers went on strike against a 100% fuel price increase ordered by the new government in the South American country. Food and transportation prices soared, and the workers
- [Head of U.S. workplace rights agency urges white men to report discrimination](https://hrnewscanada.com/head-of-u-s-workplace-rights-agency-urges-white-men-to-report-discrimination/) - By Claire Savage The head of the U.S. agency for enforcing workplace civil rights posted a social media call-out urging white men to come forward if they have experienced race or sex discrimination at work. “Are you a white male who has experienced discrimination at work based on your race or sex? You may have a claim to
- [Transat notches first full-year profit since 2018, brushes off hit from strike threat](https://hrnewscanada.com/transat-notches-first-full-year-profit-since-2018-brushes-off-hit-from-strike-threat/) - By Christopher Reynolds The head of Transat A.T. Inc. says fallout was "limited" from a strike threat by its pilots and that the company continues to benefit from Canadians' turn away from U.S. travel, paving the runway for growth in the new year after the tour operator turned its first annual profit since 2018. "Demand for
- [New pay transparency rules poised to shake up Ontario's labour market, experts say](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-pay-transparency-rules-poised-to-shake-up-ontarios-labour-market-experts-say/) - By Daniel Johnson Workers and employers in Ontario are gearing up for significant changes in the hiring process as new pay transparency requirements are set to come into effect next year. The province is the latest to enact such rules, which will compel employers to disclose salary information on job postings. Experts say it will help
- [Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work](https://hrnewscanada.com/resolve-to-stop-punching-the-clock-why-you-might-be-able-to-change-when-and-how-long-you-work/) - By Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Christopher Wong Michaelson About 1 in 3 Americans make at least one New Year’s resolution, according to Pew Research. While most of these vows focus on weight loss, fitness and other health-related goals, many fall into a distinct category: work. Work-related New Year’s resolutions tend to focus on someone’s current job
- [What happens when managers don’t act? New research reveals the consequences can be severe](https://hrnewscanada.com/what-happens-when-managers-dont-act-new-research-reveals-the-consequences-can-be-severe/) - By Christine C. Hwang, Daniel L. Brady, Laurie J. Barclay, and Robert J. Bies Most people recognize that we shouldn’t actively harm others at work. Yet people tend to assume that failing to act is relatively benign or inconsequential. Imagine witnessing an employee being belittled by a coworker. As a manager, should you step in
- [UFCW calls for urgent reforms to protect migrant agricultural workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ufcw-calls-for-urgent-reforms-to-protect-migrant-agricultural-workers/) - UFCW Canada released its annual report on the status of migrant agricultural workers on Dec. 18, calling for immediate structural reforms to protect tens of thousands of workers who sustain Canada's food system. The report, titled "The Status of Migrant Agricultural Workers in Canada 2025," states that migrant workers remain among the country's most precarious
- [Logging industry revenue rises 0.4% to $12.4 billion in 2024](https://hrnewscanada.com/logging-industry-revenue-rises-0-4-to-12-4-billion-in-2024/) - Canada's logging industry generated $12.4 billion in total revenue in 2024, up $49.2 million or 0.4% from the previous year, according to Statistics Canada. The increase follows a 0.3% decline in 2023. Revenue in 2024 was split almost equally between the logging (except contract) industry at 50.6% and the contract logging industry at 49.4%. Revenue
- [Canada's manufacturing revenue fell 0.9% in 2024, ending three-year growth streak](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-manufacturing-revenue-fell-0-9-in-2024-ending-three-year-growth-streak/) - Canada's manufacturing sector recorded $931.2 billion in total revenue in 2024, down 0.9% from the previous year and marking the first decline after three consecutive years of growth, according to Statistics Canada. Revenue from manufactured goods, which represented 93.9% of total revenue, fell 1.1% to $874.6 billion. Of the 21 manufacturing subsectors, 11 saw decreases
- [Employment Insurance recipients edge up 1.1% in October to 553,000: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/employment-insurance-recipients-edge-up-1-1-in-october-to-553000-statscan/) - The number of Canadians receiving regular Employment Insurance benefits rose by 6,200 to 553,000 in October, a 1.1% monthly increase, according to Statistics Canada data released Dec. 18. The October figure caps a relatively flat period from July through October, following a 12.0% surge earlier in the year when beneficiaries increased by 59,000 between January
- [Canadian payroll employment rises 21,200 in October, job vacancies hit 8-year low](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadian-payroll-employment-rises-21200-in-october-job-vacancies-hit-8-year-low/) - Canadian employers added 21,200 payroll positions in October, offsetting September's decline and marking a 0.1% monthly increase, according to Statistics Canada data released Dec. 18. The October gains brought year-over-year payroll employment growth to 68,300 positions, or 0.4%, compared with the same month in 2024. However, job vacancies dropped by 19,100 positions to 467,000 in
- [Corporate boards shift focus to strategy execution, CEO succession planning for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/corporate-boards-shift-focus-to-strategy-execution-ceo-succession-planning-for-2026/) - Corporate directors are entering 2026 with heightened attention on strategic execution, workforce capabilities and technology transformation as economic uncertainty persists, according to a new survey of more than 24,000 board members. The National Association of Corporate Directors found that while economic volatility remains the top concern for directors — with more than 30 per cent
- [SHRM sued for allegedly rescinding job offer after service dog accommodation request](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-sued-for-allegedly-rescinding-job-offer-after-service-dog-accommodation-request/) - The Society for Human Resource Management is facing a federal lawsuit in the United States alleging it discriminated against a job applicant with Type 1 diabetes after she requested permission to bring her trained service dog to work. The woman filed the complaint Dec. 16 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of
- [Survey finds only 24 per cent of organizations clearly explain reward programs](https://hrnewscanada.com/survey-finds-only-24-per-cent-of-organizations-clearly-explain-reward-programs/) - Most organizations fail to clearly communicate the purpose and design of their reward programs to employees, according to a global survey conducted by consulting firm Korn Ferry. The survey found only 24 per cent of organizations clearly explain their reward programs, despite growing pressure for pay transparency and changing workforce expectations. Korn Ferry's Global Total
- [Ontario cuts international student permits by 42 per cent for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-cuts-international-student-permits-by-42-per-cent-for-2026/) - Ontario will receive 104,780 Provincial Attestation Letters for international students in 2026, a 42 per cent reduction from 2025 and the third consecutive year of cuts imposed by the federal government. The province announced Tuesday it will allocate the reduced permits to programs that prepare graduates for in-demand jobs and strengthen key sectors of Ontario's
- [Ontario, Toronto launch bid to host multilateral defence finance bank](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-toronto-launch-bid-to-host-multilateral-defence-finance-bank/) - Ontario and the City of Toronto have launched a joint bid to make Toronto the headquarters of the newly established Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, a multilateral lending institution that would create an estimated 3,500 skilled jobs. The provincial government announced the initiative Wednesday alongside Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, federal MPs and supporters from financial
- [Alberni Golf Club workers return after settlement over contract language](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberni-golf-club-workers-return-after-settlement-over-contract-language/) - Permanent unionized employees at the Alberni Golf Club in Port Alberni, B.C., returned to work Dec. 16 after the employer agreed to the union's interpretation of disputed collective agreement language. The settlement, reached Dec. 15, ended a labour dispute that saw all nine unionized workers laid off between September and November, according to SEIU Local
- [Ontario colleges awarded wage increases, paid sick days for 15,000 part-time support workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-colleges-awarded-wage-increases-paid-sick-days-for-15000-part-time-support-workers/) - An arbitrator has issued a three-year collective agreement between Ontario's 24 public colleges and OPSEU/SEFPO, delivering retroactive wage increases and introducing paid sick days for approximately 15,000 part-time support workers. The award, issued Dec. 15, covers the period from Feb. 1, 2024, to Jan. 31, 2027, and resolves outstanding issues following unsuccessful collective bargaining that
- [Ontario hospitals to see wage increases, expanded benefits under new SEIU agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-hospitals-to-see-wage-increases-expanded-benefits-under-new-seiu-agreement/) - An interest arbitration board has awarded a three-year collective agreement between 32 Ontario hospitals and SEIU Healthcare, delivering annual wage increases and enhanced benefits to approximately 16,000 clerical and service workers. The award, issued Dec. 15, covers the period from Jan. 1, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2028, and resolves outstanding issues following unsuccessful collective bargaining
- [P.E.I. launches mental health counselling service for municipal leaders](https://hrnewscanada.com/p-e-i-launches-mental-health-counselling-service-for-municipal-leaders/) - Municipal leaders in Prince Edward Island now have access to free counselling services to help manage the mental and emotional demands of public service. Municipal Leaders Talk provides confidential support to mayors, councillors, and chief administrative officers across the province. The Government of Prince Edward Island is funding the program. Addressing public service pressures The
- [New economic zones aim to protect Ontario jobs amid trade uncertainty, says province](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-economic-zones-aim-to-protect-ontario-jobs-amid-trade-uncertainty-says-province/) - Ontario will implement new regulations for special economic zones on Jan. 1, 2026, aimed at accelerating approvals for major economic projects while maintaining environmental standards. The regulation establishes criteria for designating special economic zones, trusted proponents and priority projects under the Special Economic Zones Act, 2025. The government says the zones will cut red tape
- [Canada's population falls for first time in decades as temporary resident numbers drop sharply](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-population-falls-for-first-time-in-decades-as-temporary-resident-numbers-drop-sharply/) - Noticed a little more elbow room lately? It's not all in your head. Canada's population decreased by 76,068 people in the third quarter of 2025, marking the first quarterly decline in decades, according to preliminary estimates from Statistics Canada released today. The population stood at 41,575,585 on Oct. 1, 2025, down 0.2 per cent from
- [Alberta towns see AI data centres as 'second coming of oil' — but some worry at what cost](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-towns-see-ai-data-centres-as-second-coming-of-oil-but-some-worry-at-what-cost/) - By Natasha Bulowski | Canada's National Observer Neil Johnson came home from a conference on artificial intelligence with dollar signs in his eyes. At a council meeting in his home of Newell County a few weeks later, Johnson set about convincing everyone else of the riches he'd caught a glimpse of. “We’ve got an opportunity here
- [2 big rail unions oppose $85B Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger over safety and cost concerns](https://hrnewscanada.com/2-big-rail-unions-oppose-85b-union-pacific-norfolk-southern-merger-over-safety-and-cost-concerns/) - By Josh Funk OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The proposed $85 billion merger of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern railroads has lost the support of two unions that represent more than half their workers over concerns it will increase safety risks, raise shipping rates and consumer prices, and cause significant disruptions. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and
- [She didn't turn on her camera. Then she didn't get the job. Was it discrimination?](https://hrnewscanada.com/she-didnt-turn-on-her-camera-then-she-didnt-get-the-job-was-it-discrimination/) - A worker didn't turn on her camera during a job interview with Capital Power Corporation in September 2021. She had her reasons — a malfunctioning camera, a swollen eye from a medical condition, no advance notice from HR that video was expected. Fair enough. But when she didn't get the senior advisor position she was
- [Job vacancies drop to 492,500 in third quarter, continuing three-year decline](https://hrnewscanada.com/job-vacancies-drop-to-492500-in-third-quarter-continuing-three-year-decline/) - Job vacancies in Canada fell by 14,000 to 492,500 in the third quarter of 2025, marking the ninth consecutive quarterly decline since peaking in mid-2022, according to Statistics Canada data released Tuesday. The 2.8% decrease follows declines of 19,900 in the first quarter and 18,300 in the second quarter. Vacancies have now dropped by half
- [Ontario Masonry Training Centre receives $3 million for green bricklayer training program](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-masonry-training-centre-receives-3-million-for-green-bricklayer-training-program/) - The federal government will provide more than $3 million to the Ontario Masonry Training Centre to develop and implement a green training program for bricklayers, Employment and Social Development Canada announced Dec. 16. The project will create a guide for the Red Seal bricklayer trade focused on modern, sustainable practices. The training will help bricklayers
- [CM Labs Simulations acquires GlobalSim to expand simulation training offerings](https://hrnewscanada.com/cm-labs-simulations-acquires-globalsim-to-expand-simulation-training-offerings/) - CM Labs Simulations has acquired GlobalSim, a Utah-based developer of training simulators for heavy equipment operations, the company announced Dec. 16. The acquisition combines two simulation-based training providers that serve the construction, utilities and ports sectors. Expanded capabilities and presence The deal integrates GlobalSim's market knowledge with CM Labs' technology and expertise, according to the
- [G-P joins Workday agent partner network to integrate AI employment solutions](https://hrnewscanada.com/g-p-joins-workday-agent-partner-network-to-integrate-ai-employment-solutions/) - G-P has joined the Workday Agent Partner Network, enabling its AI-powered global employment platform to connect with Workday's Agent System of Record, the company announced Dec. 16. The partnership will allow shared customers to integrate G-P's employer of record services and AI assistant directly into Workday's platform. Integration capabilities G-P's employer of record service enables
- [Windsor Assembly Plant surpasses 1,000 hires for third shift production expansion](https://hrnewscanada.com/windsor-assembly-plant-surpasses-1000-hires-for-third-shift-production-expansion/) - Stellantis has hired more than 1,000 workers at its Windsor Assembly Plant as part of plans to add a third shift in early 2026, the automaker announced Dec. 15. The hiring milestone represents progress toward creating 1,500 jobs for the new shift, which will support production of new vehicle models including the SIXPACK-powered Dodge Charger
- [Rising costs and dwindling opportunities have Canada's youth feeling adrift](https://hrnewscanada.com/rising-costs-and-dwindling-opportunities-have-canadas-youth-feeling-adrift/) - By Craig Lord and Ritika Dubey Four months, 50 applications, two interviews, no job. The story of 21-year-old political studies graduate Lauren Hood might sound familiar to others in her generation. "In my mind, after completing the four years and getting my degree, I didn't think it would be as challenging as it's proven to have
- [Here's how some young Canadians are facing their financial future](https://hrnewscanada.com/heres-how-some-young-canadians-are-facing-their-financial-future/) - The Canadian Press has been speaking with young people about the financial challenges facing their generation — a tough job market, unaffordable housing and goals that seem out of reach. 'WAITING FOR EVERYTHING TO WORK OUT' A few hours into a night out with friends in downtown Toronto, 19-year-old Eleni Koumoundouros has a choice to
- [Quebec teachers' union survey says 90 per cent have faced violence on the job](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-teachers-union-survey-says-90-per-cent-have-faced-violence-on-the-job/) - By Pierre Saint-Arnaud A Quebec teachers' union released the findings of a survey of its members on Monday that found 90 per cent of respondents said they were victims of some form of violence at work. "We are here to teach, not to be beaten up," Catherine Renaud, a vice-president of the Fédération autonome de l’enseignement,
- [The U.S. gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October; unemployment rate at 4.6%](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-u-s-gained-64000-jobs-in-november-but-lost-105000-in-october-unemployment-rate-at-4-6/) - By Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States gained a decent 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as federal workers departed after cutbacks by the Trump administration, the government said in delayed reports. The unemployment rate rose to 4.6%, highest since 2021. Both the October and November job creation numbers, released Tuesday
- [How good people justify bending the rules at work — and what leaders can do about it](https://hrnewscanada.com/how-good-people-justify-bending-the-rules-at-work-and-what-leaders-can-do-about-it/) - By Lorne Michael Hartman Consider the following scenario. You’re facing pressure to meet quarterly targets, but the numbers aren’t quite where they need to be. With a deadline looming, you “round up” a figure just slightly to make the results look better. This kind of thinking is far more common than many realize. Research in
- [HR News Canada named finalist for 5 national media awards](https://hrnewscanada.com/hr-news-canada-named-finalist-for-5-national-media-awards/) - HR News Canada has been shortlisted for five Canadian Online Publishing Awards (COPAs), recognizing excellence across editorial content, design and digital platform development. The publication, part of the North Wall Media family of workplace media brands including HR Law Canada, Safety News Canada, and the HR Talks event series, received nominations in both the business
- [Worker dies at underground potash mine in southern Saskatchewan](https://hrnewscanada.com/worker-dies-at-underground-potash-mine-in-southern-saskatchewan/) - A worker has died at an underground potash mine in southern Saskatchewan. The Mosaic Company says the employee died in what it calls a fall of ground incident. The K3 mine is near Esterhazy, about 230 kilometres east of Regina. The company says no other injuries have been reported and it's working closely with all
- [The year HR couldn't look away: Our 10 most-read stories of 2025](https://hrnewscanada.com/the-year-hr-couldnt-look-away-our-10-most-read-stories-of-2025/) - Another year (almost) in the books, and what a wild ride it's been. From federal budgets promising everything to everyone, to CEOs pocketing more by mid-morning Jan. 2 than most Canadians earn all year, 2025 gave HR professionals plenty to talk about around the water cooler — or more likely, on Slack. This year's most-read
- [Montreal bus, metro drivers vote in favour of new deal with transit agency](https://hrnewscanada.com/montreal-bus-metro-drivers-vote-in-favour-of-new-deal-with-transit-agency/) - Bus and metro drivers have voted in favour of a tentative agreement reached with the Montreal's public transit agency. The union representing the 4,500 bus drivers, metro operators, and station agents — the largest of the six unions at the agency — voted on Sunday. As negotiations lagged, its members walked out for one day
- [SHRM Linkage names Tracey Walker as chief executive officer](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-linkage-names-tracey-walker-as-chief-executive-officer/) - Linkage Inc., a SHRM company, has appointed Tracey Walker as chief executive officer effective Dec. 3. Walker brings more than two decades of experience across business, government and professional services. She spent 19 years at RSM, where she served as principal and chief culture officer, and later worked as chief experience officer at Alvarez and
- [Ontario to allow out-of-province workers to start within 10 business days](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontario-to-allow-out-of-province-workers-to-start-within-10-business-days/) - Ontario will allow professionals certified in other provinces to begin working within 10 business days starting Jan. 1, 2026, once a regulator confirms their credentials. The expanded "As of Right" rules will apply across more than 50 regulatory authorities covering 300 certifications, including doctors, architects, engineers, land surveyors, electricians and 16 additional health regulated professionals.
- [Construction union wage rates climb across the country, Toronto tops list at $63.92 per hour](https://hrnewscanada.com/construction-union-wage-rates-climb-across-the-country-toronto-tops-list-at-63-92-per-hour/) - Statistics Canada has released new data showing construction union wage rates across the country from June to November 2025, with the national composite index reaching 125.7 in November. The Construction Union Wage Rate Index, using 2015 as the base year of 100, tracks wage rates for 17 trades across 25 metropolitan areas. The index includes
- [Viatris named among best workplaces in Ontario and for giving back](https://hrnewscanada.com/viatris-named-among-best-workplaces-in-ontario-and-for-giving-back/) - Viatris Inc. has been named one of the 2025 Best Workplaces in Ontario and one of the 2025 Best Workplaces for Giving Back in Canada by Great Place to Work. The recognitions followed an independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work based on direct feedback from employees. To be eligible for the Best Workplaces
- [Ottawa and Alberta extend child care agreements by one year to maintain $15 a day cost](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-and-alberta-extend-child-care-agreements-by-one-year-to-maintain-15-a-day-cost/) - The federal and Alberta governments have extended their early learning and child care agreements by one year until March 31, 2027. The extension provides more than $1.17 billion in federal funding to Alberta for 2026-27 to support continued access to child care programs and help maintain $15-a-day parent fees for licensed early learning and child
- [Northern Pulp pensioners to receive full benefits after woodlands sale: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/northern-pulp-pensioners-to-receive-full-benefits-after-woodlands-sale-unifor/) - Pensioners at Northern Pulp in Pictou, N.S., will receive their full pension benefits after the company's woodland assets sold at auction for $235 million. The sale will repay the $37 million owed to the defined benefit pension plan for members of Unifor Local 440 at the mill, which closed in 2020. "This is a small
- [B.C. court delivers a rare guilty verdict in a workplace fatality case](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-court-delivers-a-rare-guilty-verdict-in-a-workplace-fatality-case/) - By Isaac Phan Nay | The Tyee More than 13 years after pipe layer Jeff Caron was crushed to death while replacing a Burnaby storm sewer, a B.C. Supreme Court judge found his employer J. Cote & Son Excavating guilty of criminal negligence. Presiding justice Michael Brundrett said in his decision that through a series of omissions and
- [Premier Wakeham non-committal to improving labour conditions for foreign workers in N.L.](https://hrnewscanada.com/premier-wakeham-non-committal-to-improving-labour-conditions-for-foreign-workers-in-n-l/) - By Yumna Iftikhar | The Independent As Newfoundland and Labrador continues to rely on newcomer and migrant workers in various sectors, human rights advocates are sounding the alarm on growing reports of labour trafficking in the country, due in part to Canada’s flawed Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Labour trafficking is a form of human trafficking in
- [B.C. salon sets provincial first with living wage certification](https://hrnewscanada.com/b-c-salon-sets-provincial-first-with-living-wage-certification/) - By Jordan Copp | Coast Reporter Hasami Hair Studio in Sechelt has become the first hair salon in British Columbia to guarantee its employees a living wage, marking a milestone for the province’s beauty industry. The certification, awarded by Living Wage for BC, means every stylist and staff member earns at least the Sunshine Coast’s living
- [Mental health at work no longer optional: What the 2025 Peel Halton Employer Survey reveals](https://hrnewscanada.com/mental-health-at-work-no-longer-optional-what-the-2025-peel-halton-employer-survey-reveals/) - By Kezia Royer-Burkett | Burlington Local-News.ca Mental health and wellness have moved from the margins to the centre of workplace conversations, according to the newly released 2025 Peel Halton Employer Survey from the Peel Halton Workforce Development Group. Conducted between September 15 and October 24, 2025, the survey gathered responses from 128 employers across Peel and Halton, offering a timely
- [Companies fined over fatal crane accident at Vancouver's Oakridge Park](https://hrnewscanada.com/companies-fined-over-fatal-crane-accident-at-vancouvers-oakridge-park/) - By Chuck Chiang More than $1.3 million in fines have been levied against two companies involved in a series of B.C. crane accidents, including an incident last year at Vancouver's Oakridge Park development, where a worker was killed by material that fell 26 storeys. WorkSafeBC fined EllisDon Corp. about $515,000 while Newway Concrete Forming was hit
- [Alberta teachers file complaints against province, allege bad faith bargaining](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-teachers-file-complaints-against-province-allege-bad-faith-bargaining/) - By Dayne Patterson The union for Alberta's teachers says it has filed an unfair bargaining complaint against the province, accusing it of making “bait-and-switch” claims about hiring new teachers during a recent labour standoff. The filing to the Alberta Labour Relations Board alleges unfair bargaining practices from the Teacher Employer Bargaining Association. There are similar grievances
- [Air Transat pilots secure wage gains topping 50 per cent under tentative deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-pilots-secure-wage-gains-topping-50-per-cent-under-tentative-deal/) - By Christopher Reynolds Most Air Transat pilots will see raises of well over 50 per cent under the tentative deal reached at the eleventh hour this week with parent company Transat A.T. Inc. The vast majority of senior pilots would make nearly $388,000 a year by May 2029, while experienced first officers' salary would top $238,000,
- [First segment of high-speed rail project to connect Montreal and Ottawa](https://hrnewscanada.com/first-segment-of-high-speed-rail-project-to-connect-montreal-and-ottawa/) - The federal government says the first segment of its proposed high-speed rail project would connect Montreal and Ottawa. The segment would be about 200 kilometres long and construction would begin in 2029. The high-speed project, announced earlier this year, would connect Toronto and Quebec City with trains travelling at speeds of up to 300 kilometres
- [New York may lose $73M in federal highway funds over flawed immigrant commercial driver's licenses](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-york-may-lose-73m-in-federal-highway-funds-over-flawed-immigrant-commercial-drivers-licenses/) - By Josh Funk New York routinely issues licenses to immigrants that may be valid long after they are legally authorized to be in the country, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Friday and he threatened to withhold $73 million in highway funds unless the system is fixed. New York officials said they are following all the
- [FTI Consulting names Rike Rabl as chief human resources officer](https://hrnewscanada.com/fti-consulting-names-rike-rabl-as-chief-human-resources-officer/) - FTI Consulting has appointed Rike Rabl as chief human resources officer, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Rabl, who joined the global consulting firm in 2020, will lead the company's human capital strategy, including talent acquisition and development, workforce planning, and total rewards. She will work with segment and regional leaders to attract and develop talent worldwide
- [Alberta launches incentive of up to $18,000 to recruit teachers to northern communities](https://hrnewscanada.com/alberta-launches-incentive-of-up-to-18000-to-recruit-teachers-to-northern-communities/) - Alberta has introduced the Northern Alberta Teacher Award to encourage education students to work in rural and northern communities after graduation. The program offers Bachelor of Education students $9,000 after two years of full-time teaching or $18,000 after three years in a northern Alberta school division. The return-to-service model requires recipients to commit to at
- [SHRM calls for federal workplace AI standards following Trump executive order](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-calls-for-federal-workplace-ai-standards-following-trump-executive-order/) - The Society for Human Resource Management is pushing for comprehensive federal standards in the United States on workplace artificial intelligence following the Trump administration's latest executive order on AI governance. The Alexandria, Va.-based organization said any nationwide AI strategy must include clear, actionable rules for how employers use AI in hiring, performance reviews, scheduling, pay
- [N.S. migrant workers will not immediately gain access to public health care](https://hrnewscanada.com/n-s-migrant-workers-will-not-immediately-gain-access-to-public-health-care/) - By Emily Baron Cadloff Nova Scotia Labour Minister Nolan Young is rejecting a recommendation to grant immediate access to public health care for migrant workers in the province. A report released Wednesday by an advocacy group detailed harsh labour conditions faced by female migrant workers in the province and made a number of recommendations, including immediate
- [Accused of bullying staff, CEO of Canadian Museum of Immigration steps down](https://hrnewscanada.com/accused-of-bullying-staff-ceo-of-canadian-museum-of-immigration-steps-down/) - By Michael MacDonald The CEO of the Canadian Museum of Immigration in Halifax has stepped down after a federal investigation led to allegations Marie Chapman had bullied staff and created an environment of fear that left many employees emotionally damaged. The museum’s board of trustees issued a statement confirming Chapman had decided to retire earlier this
- [Federal integrity commissioner finds museum CEO created climate of fear through bullying](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-integrity-commissioner-finds-museum-ceo-created-climate-of-fear-through-bullying/) - The chief executive of a federal museum committed serious workplace misconduct by bullying employees over more than a decade, according to a damning report from Canada's Public Sector Integrity Commissioner. Marie Chapman, CEO of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in Halifax, engaged in a pattern of inappropriate behavior that caused emotional harm
- [Pier 21 museum CEO retires after damning workplace misconduct report](https://hrnewscanada.com/pier-21-museum-ceo-retires-after-damning-workplace-misconduct-report/) - The CEO of Canada's national immigration museum retired Thursday, one day after a federal report accused her of more than a decade of staff mistreatment. Marie Chapman stepped down immediately from her role at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 in Halifax, according to a letter sent to staff and stakeholders by board
- [Most U.S. employers to hold 2026 salary increases steady at 3.2%: Mercer](https://hrnewscanada.com/most-u-s-employers-to-hold-2026-salary-increases-steady-at-3-2-mercer/) - U.S. employers plan to keep base salary increases flat at 3.2% in 2026, matching the actual increases reported in 2025, according to new survey data from Mercer. The October 2025 Mercer QuickPulse US Compensation Planning Survey of more than 1,000 organizations found that total salary increases, which include merit raises, promotions, cost-of-living adjustments and other
- [Montreal transit maintenance workers begin new job action with overtime hours strike](https://hrnewscanada.com/montreal-transit-maintenance-workers-begin-new-job-action-with-overtime-hours-strike/) - Maintenance workers at Montreal's public transit agency have started refusing to work overtime as part of an ongoing labour dispute. The overtime strike by the 2,400 workers started at midnight and is expected to continue through Jan. 11. The CEO of Montreal's transit agency says metro operations and paratransit services are expected to continue on
- [New Brunswick launches recruitment and retention strategy to address teacher, allied health shortages](https://hrnewscanada.com/new-brunswick-launches-recruitment-and-retention-strategy-to-address-teacher-allied-health-shortages/) - The New Brunswick government has released a retention and recruitment strategy to address shortages of teachers and allied health professionals in the province's education system. The strategy targets teachers, social workers, speech language pathologists and school psychologists. It will be implemented through separate action plans for the anglophone and francophone education sectors. "Like other jurisdictions
- [Quebec government reaches agreement in principle with family doctors](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-government-reaches-agreement-in-principle-with-family-doctors/) - Quebec has reached an agreement in principle with its family doctors. The province has also agreed to postpone the application of contentious legislation designed to impose a new remuneration system on doctors. The Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec says the two sides agreed to the deal after a negotiation blitz and a meeting between
- [Food demonstrator fired for job abandonment, not safety reprisal: B.C. tribunal](https://hrnewscanada.com/food-demonstrator-fired-for-job-abandonment-not-safety-reprisal-b-c-tribunal/) - A British Columbia sales advisor who claimed she was fired for raising workplace concerns has lost her appeal after a tribunal found her employer terminated her employment due to job abandonment, not retaliation. The Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal upheld a Workers' Compensation Board decision dismissing the worker's prohibited action complaint. The worker, who had been
- [Jail guard denied compensation after Mental Health Act apprehension ruled employer decision](https://hrnewscanada.com/jail-guard-denied-compensation-after-mental-health-act-apprehension-ruled-employer-decision/) - A British Columbia jail guard who developed a mental disorder after being apprehended under the Mental Health Act and taken to hospital for a psychiatric assessment is not entitled to workers' compensation, a tribunal has ruled. The Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal found the employer's decision to apprehend the worker following comments about suicide was a
- [Apprenticeship registrations hit record high as employers face skilled trades shortage: StatsCan](https://hrnewscanada.com/apprenticeship-registrations-hit-record-high-as-employers-face-skilled-trades-shortage-statscan/) - New registrations in apprenticeship programs across Canada reached 101,541 in 2024, a 5.9% increase from the previous year and the highest level since data collection began in 2008, according to Statistics Canada. The growth marks the fourth consecutive year of expansion following near-record lows during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. All provinces except Quebec surpassed
- [Unifor Atlantic locals ratify new Bell collective agreement](https://hrnewscanada.com/unifor-atlantic-locals-ratify-new-bell-collective-agreement/) - Four Unifor locals in Atlantic Canada have ratified a new collective agreement with Bell that includes wage increases and job security provisions. Locals 401, 410, 506, and 2289 approved the contract following negotiations under the union's "Stronger Together" bargaining campaign. The agreement covers workers at Bell contact and assignment centres across the region. Wage and
- [CRA aiming to hire 1,700 call centre staff ahead of busy tax season](https://hrnewscanada.com/cra-aiming-to-hire-1700-call-centre-staff-ahead-of-busy-tax-season/) - By Catherine Morrison The Canada Revenue Agency is looking to hire or rehire about 1,700 call centre workers over the next few months to manage an influx of calls during the upcoming tax season. Melanie Serjak, an assistant commissioner at the CRA, told reporters Wednesday the agency is aiming to reach a total of about 4,500
- [Office holiday parties can be dreadful for introverts and people with social anxiety](https://hrnewscanada.com/office-holiday-parties-can-be-dreadful-for-introverts-and-people-with-social-anxiety/) - By Cathy Bussewitz NEW YORK (AP) — The year the radio station company where he worked held its holiday party at a dive bar, Ryan Arnold walked in and saw coworkers passing around a tall glass boot filled with beer. He heard the office manager belting out ‘80s power ballads between whiskey shots. Arnold’s first thought was, “When
- [U.S. jobless benefit applications jump to 236,000, but continuing claims are lowest since April](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-jobless-benefit-applications-jump-to-236000-but-continuing-claims-are-lowest-since-april/) - By Matt Ott WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits jumped last week, but the total number of those collecting benefits fell to the lowest level in eight months. U.S. jobless claim applications for the week ending Dec. 6 climbed by 44,000 to 236,000 from the previous week’s 192,000, the Labor Department
- [Air Transat pilots notch big wage gains in deal where income was biggest hurdle](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-pilots-notch-big-wage-gains-in-deal-where-income-was-biggest-hurdle/) - By Christopher Reynolds A tentative deal has yielded big wage gains for Air Transat pilots, the culmination of nearly a year of bargaining and 10 straight days of intense negotiations that saw wages emerge as the main sticking point. The agreement in principle announced Tuesday evening narrowly averted a costly work stoppage for Transat A.T. Inc.,
- [Bell closes Expertech subsidiary affecting 538 workers: Unifor](https://hrnewscanada.com/bell-closes-expertech-subsidiary-affecting-538-telecommunications-workers-unifor/) - Bell will shut down its Expertech subsidiary on Jan. 25, 2026, eliminating 538 positions across Ontario and Quebec, according to Unifor. The closure affects 510 technicians and auxiliary workers and 28 clerical employees. Most workers received severance packages and their final working day was Dec. 5. Bell cited a decrease in fibre-optic network construction projects
- [Migrant workers in Nova Scotia agriculture, seafood sectors lack basic protections, report finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/migrant-workers-in-nova-scotia-agriculture-seafood-sectors-lack-basic-protections-report-finds/) - Women migrant workers in Nova Scotia's agriculture and seafood processing industries face poor housing conditions, barriers to healthcare access, exploitative working conditions and a lack of social supports, according to a new report examining the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. The Centre for Migrant Worker Rights Nova Scotia released findings from a needs assessment conducted between
- [Report raises concerns about human rights of N.S. female migrant workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/report-raises-concerns-about-human-rights-of-n-s-female-migrant-workers/) - A new report says Nova Scotia is failing to adequately protect female migrant workers employed on farms and seafood plants in the province. The report, published by the Centre for Migrant Worker Rights Nova Scotia, reviewed over 40 pieces of existing research and surveyed dozens of workers in the Colchester, Cumberland, and Pictou counties of
- [Trump's crackdown on immigration is taking a toll on child care workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/trumps-crackdown-on-immigration-is-taking-a-toll-on-child-care-workers/) - By Moriah Balingit WASHINGTON (AP) — Not long after President Donald Trump took office in January, staff at CentroNía bilingual preschool began rehearsing what to do if Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials came to the door. As ICE became a regular presence in their historically Latino neighborhood this summer, teachers stopped taking children to nearby parks, libraries and
- [Nearly half of young workers criticized by colleagues due to age stereotypes, survey finds](https://hrnewscanada.com/nearly-half-of-young-workers-criticized-by-colleagues-due-to-age-stereotypes-survey-finds/) - Almost half of Gen Z office workers report being criticized by older colleagues based on stereotypes about their generation, according to a survey of 2,000 young workers in the United Kingdom. The survey found 44 per cent of workers aged 21 to 25 faced criticism specifically linked to generational stereotypes. Among those criticized, 47 per
- [CHRO turnover surges in S&P 500 as CEOs rebuild leadership teams](https://hrnewscanada.com/chro-turnover-surges-in-sp-500-as-ceos-rebuild-leadership-teams/) - Chief human resources officer turnover jumped sharply in the first three quarters of 2025, driven by a wave of new CEO appointments reshaping their executive teams, according to new data from Russell Reynolds Associates. The consulting firm's Global CHRO Turnover Index shows 127 CHROs were appointed globally across public companies in the first nine months
- [Research finds Indigenous peoples face unique challenges at work – but also reveals what can help](https://hrnewscanada.com/research-finds-indigenous-peoples-face-unique-challenges-at-work-but-also-reveals-what-can-help/) - By Ben Walker and Nimbus A. Staniland For some Indigenous peoples around the world, a day at work can mean experiencing repression, racism and regular reminders that we’re minorities in our own lands. Yet for others, work can be experienced as the exact opposite, as something that enables ourselves, our families and our communities to
- [Saskatchewan adds three towns to rural health worker recruitment program](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-adds-three-towns-to-rural-health-worker-recruitment-program/) - Saskatchewan has expanded its Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive program to include Edam, Battleford and Hudson Bay, bringing the total number of eligible communities to 73. The program offers up to $50,000 to new, permanent full-time employees in nine high-priority health occupations who commit to three years of service in rural and remote communities facing
- [Nova Scotia launches study to ease congestion on the Halifax peninsula](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-launches-study-to-ease-congestion-on-the-halifax-peninsula/) - The province is examining ways to reduce traffic congestion on the Halifax peninsula, a move that could affect how thousands of workers commute to jobs in the downtown core. Nova Scotia issued a request for proposals on Dec. 10 for a consultant to study core streets and access points on the peninsula. The goal is
- [Porter Airlines flight dispatchers vote to strike after 14 months of negotiations](https://hrnewscanada.com/porter-airlines-flight-dispatchers-vote-to-strike-after-14-months-of-negotiations/) - Flight dispatchers at Porter Airlines have voted unanimously in favour of strike action after more than 14 months of negotiations failed to produce a first collective agreement. The Canadian Airline Dispatchers Association announced Tuesday that all voting members supported the strike mandate. The 35 certified dispatchers joined CALDA in August 2024 seeking their first union
- [One third of Canadian professionals plan job search in early 2026: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/one-third-of-canadian-professionals-plan-job-search-in-early-2026-survey/) - Job optimism is rebounding in 2026, with more Canadian professionals planning to change employers in the first half of the year, according to new research from Robert Half. A survey of more than 1,480 employed professionals found 33 per cent plan to look for a new job in early 2026, up from 26 per cent
- [Air Transat averts pilot strike with tentative deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-averts-pilot-strike-with-tentative-deal/) - By Christopher Reynolds Air Transat passengers breathed a sigh of relief Tuesday evening after the company reached a tentative deal with its pilot union, narrowly avoiding a strike on the cusp of the holiday travel period. Transat A.T. Inc., which owns the leisure airline, found common ground with the Air Line Pilots Association just eight hours
- [A guide to good manners at the retail counter this holiday season](https://hrnewscanada.com/a-guide-to-good-manners-at-the-retail-counter-this-holiday-season/) - By Tracee M. Herbaugh As shoppers flood stores across the country during the year’s biggest shopping season, retail workers are bracing for what many describe as the most demanding — and often demoralizing — stretch of the job. “It magnifies everything,” said Nick Leighton, host of the podcast “Were You Raised by Wolves?,” which he co-hosts with
- [You care about fairness at work – so why do you feel like a fake?](https://hrnewscanada.com/you-care-about-fairness-at-work-so-why-do-you-feel-like-a-fake/) - By Meg Warren, John M. LaVelle, and Michael T. Warren Most people care about fairness at work and want to support colleagues who face marginalization – for example, people of color, women and people with disabilities. Our research has found that 76% of employees want to be allies to co-workers who face additional challenges, and
- [Internationally experienced teachers: An overlooked resource to address teaching shortages](https://hrnewscanada.com/internationally-experienced-teachers-an-overlooked-resource-to-address-teaching-shortages/) - By Gloria Ramirez, Victoria Handford, and Wei Lin Ang The increasing teacher shortage is a concerning global crisis. It will reach a shortfall of 44,000,000 teachers by 2030, according to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization. From rural and remote school districts struggling to recruit staff to urban districts scrambling to cover classrooms,
- [Ottawa spending $9 million to train 2,000 sheet metal workers in green construction](https://hrnewscanada.com/ottawa-spending-9-million-to-train-2000-sheet-metal-workers-in-green-construction/) - The federal government is investing nearly $9 million to train 2,000 Canadian sheet metal workers in green building practices as Canada faces a growing shortage of skilled trades workers. The funding will go to Canada's Building Trades Unions to develop and deliver training for both unionized and non-unionized sheet metal apprentices and journeypersons. The program
- [Nova Scotia WCB names Mary Anne Campbell as general counsel](https://hrnewscanada.com/nova-scotia-wcb-names-mary-anne-campbell-as-general-counsel/) - The Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia has appointed Mary Anne Campbell as general counsel, effective January 2026. Campbell joins the WCB's executive leadership team from the Nova Scotia Health Authority, where she served as associate general counsel. In that role, she provided strategic legal advice to senior and executive leadership. Campbell's career includes previous
- [Ontario's top doctor urges vaccination as flu cases rise ahead of holidays](https://hrnewscanada.com/ontarios-top-doctor-urges-vaccination-as-flu-cases-rise-ahead-of-holidays/) - Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health is urging residents to get vaccinated against respiratory viruses as flu cases increase heading into the holiday season. Dr. Kieran Moore issued a statement on Dec. 9, 2025, noting that while COVID-19 and RSV activity remain low in the province, flu season has arrived and cases are steadily increasing.
- [Unionized Government of Nunavut workers ratify 4-year contract](https://hrnewscanada.com/unionized-government-of-nunavut-workers-ratify-4-year-contract/) - By Jeff Pelletier | Nunatsiaq News Pay increases, language bonuses and rest periods are some of the wins the Nunavut Employees Union is celebrating after ratifying a new collective agreement with the Government of Nunavut. The union announced Thursday on Facebook members had voted to approve the contract. The four-year contract, which impacts approximately 4,000 territorial public servants,
- [UKG predicts AI trust gaps, talent flexibility and autonomy will shape 2026 workplaces](https://hrnewscanada.com/ukg-predicts-ai-trust-gaps-talent-flexibility-and-autonomy-will-shape-2026-workplaces/) - UKG has released three workforce predictions for 2026 that highlight gaps in AI readiness, talent management challenges and declining employee autonomy across global organizations. The workforce operating platform company says two-thirds of organizations are culturally unprepared for AI transformation, according to research conducted with Great Place to Work. Only 53 per cent of frontline employees
- [U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in just below 7.7 million](https://hrnewscanada.com/u-s-job-openings-barely-budged-in-october-coming-in-just-below-7-7-million/) - By Paul Wiseman WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. job openings barely budged in October, coming in at 7.7 million with ongoing uncertainty over the direction of the American economy. The Labor Department reported Tuesday that employers posted 7.67 million vacancies in October, close to September’s 7.66 million. The Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), which was delayed
- [Gen Z is burning out at work more than any other generation — here’s why and what can be done](https://hrnewscanada.com/gen-z-is-burning-out-at-work-more-than-any-other-generation-heres-why-and-what-can-be-done/) - By Nitin Deckha Gen Z workers are reporting some of the highest burnout levels ever recorded, with new research suggesting they are buckling under unprecedented levels of stress. While people of all age levels report burnout, Gen Z and millennials are reporting “peak burnout” at earlier ages. In the United States, a poll of 2,000
- [PM says back-to-office plan for bureaucrats coming soon as MPs call for flexibility](https://hrnewscanada.com/pm-says-back-to-office-plan-for-bureaucrats-coming-soon-as-mps-call-for-flexibility/) - By David Baxter and Catherine Morrison Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday his government's plan to get public servants to spend more time in the office will come into "sharper view" over the next several weeks. The issue came up when Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe asked Carney about the prospect of public sector job cuts during
- [SHRM hit with $11.5 million verdict in racial discrimination case, says it will appeal](https://hrnewscanada.com/shrm-hit-with-11-5-million-verdict-in-racial-discrimination-case-says-it-will-appeal-ruling/) - The Society for Human Resource Management will appeal an $11.5 million (all figures U.S.) jury verdict issued Friday in a racial discrimination and retaliation lawsuit brought by a former employee. A Colorado federal court jury awarded $1.5 million in compensatory damages and $10 million in punitive damages to Rehab Mohamed, who worked as an instructional
- [Communication, software proficiency named top workplace skills for 2026: Survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/communication-software-proficiency-named-top-workplace-skills-for-2026-survey/) - Communication and software tool expertise rank as the most valued soft and hard skills respectively for 2026, according to a November survey of more than 1,000 U.S. hiring managers. ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,005 hiring managers between Nov. 19 and Nov. 23 to identify which technical and interpersonal abilities will matter most in the coming year. The
- [Mosaic investing $4.1 million in Saskatchewan mining workforce](https://hrnewscanada.com/mosaic-investing-4-1-million-in-saskatchewan-mining-workforce/) - By Nicole Taylor | The World-Spectator On Tuesday, Mosaic announced a $4 million investment to develop Saskatchewan’s mining workforce, with a focus on its Esterhazy potash operations. At an announcement in Regina on Tuesday, Mosaic said the targeted funding underscores Mosaic’s long-term commitment to developing mining talent and expanding career opportunities in the province. “Mosaic is
- [Federal government announces steel, lumber measures affecting Canadian employers](https://hrnewscanada.com/federal-government-announces-steel-lumber-measures-affecting-canadian-employers/) - The federal government will cut interprovincial freight rates for Canadian steel and lumber by 50 per cent and require major contracts to prioritize domestic materials under measures announced this week to support industries affected by U.S. tariffs. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali visited Brannon Steel in Brampton on Dec. 5 to outline the new policies.
- [Reminder: Ontario employers must post salary ranges starting Jan. 1](https://hrnewscanada.com/reminder-ontario-employers-must-post-salary-ranges-starting-jan-1/) - Employers with 25 or more employees in Ontario will be required to include expected compensation ranges in public job postings starting Jan. 1, 2026, under the regulations filed by the provincial government. The rules, published as Ontario Regulation 476/24 under the Employment Standards Act, apply to positions where work will be performed in Ontario and
- [Greater Toronto's Top Employers list celebrates 20th anniversary](https://hrnewscanada.com/greater-torontos-top-employers-list-celebrates-20th-anniversary/) - Mediacorp Canada has released its 2026 edition of Greater Toronto's Top Employers, marking two decades of recognizing exceptional workplace practices in Canada's largest urban region. The annual competition evaluates employers on eight criteria: workplace quality, work atmosphere and social programs, health and financial benefits, vacation and time off, employee communications, performance management, training and skills
- [Halton Region named Greater Toronto Top Employer for 2026](https://hrnewscanada.com/halton-region-named-greater-toronto-top-employer-for-2026/) - By Laura Steiner | The Milton Reporter Halton Region has once again been recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer by MediaCorp, joining leading organizations across government and industry in the annual showcase.“We’re proud to be recognized as a Greater Toronto Top Employer again,” said Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr. “Thousands of people apply to work at Halton Region each
- [Eglinton Crosstown LRT to cut commute times for Toronto workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/eglinton-crosstown-lrt-to-cut-commute-times-for-toronto-workers/) - A new light rail line across Toronto could reduce commute times by nearly one hour for workers traveling between Kennedy Station and Mount Dennis Station. The Ontario government reached substantial completion of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT on Dec. 5, with operational control now transferred to the Toronto Transit Commission. "Under the leadership of Premier Ford,
- [South Asian population in Canada nearly quadrupled over 25 years, now largest racialized group](https://hrnewscanada.com/south-asian-population-in-canada-nearly-quadrupled-over-25-years-now-largest-racialized-group/) - South Asian populations in Canada grew to nearly 2.6 million people in 2021, making them the country's largest racialized group and representing 7.1% of the total population, according to a new Statistics Canada report released today. The population nearly quadrupled from 669,060 people in 1996, when it made up 2.4% of the population. The growth
- [Labour minister meets with G7 counterparts on youth employment and AI in workplace](https://hrnewscanada.com/labour-minister-meets-with-g7-counterparts-on-youth-employment-and-ai-in-workplace/) - Federal Labour Minister Patty Hajdu hosted a virtual meeting with G7 labour and employment ministers this week to discuss youth employment strategies and artificial intelligence in the workplace. The ministers met with leaders from the International Labour Organization, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, and representatives from the Business 7 and Labour 7 groups.
- [Air Transat poised to start suspending flights today as strike deadline looms](https://hrnewscanada.com/air-transat-poised-to-start-suspending-flights-today-as-strike-deadline-looms/) - By Christopher Reynolds Air Transat is poised to begin suspending flights today as the clock ticks down on a strike deadline. Travel company Transat A.T. Inc., which owns the leisure airline, has said flight cancellations would kick off Monday and ramp up over the next two days ahead of a potential work stoppage Wednesday. The Air
- [Economy adds 54,000 jobs in 'perplexing' November labour report](https://hrnewscanada.com/economy-adds-54000-jobs-in-perplexing-november-labour-report/) - By Craig Lord Canada's economy continued to blow past job forecasts in November but some economists caution against reading too much into a series of strong headline figures. Statistics Canada said Friday that the economy added 54,000 new positions last month compared with economists’ expectations for a small loss. The unemployment rate fell to 6.5 per
- [Closing income gap with English speakers could add $1.5 billion to Quebec economy: Report](https://hrnewscanada.com/closing-income-gap-with-english-speakers-could-add-1-5-billion-to-quebec-economy-report/) - Persistent employment and income gaps between English-speaking and French-speaking Quebecers are costing the province an estimated $1.5 billion in lost income annually, according to a new report commissioned by the Provincial Employment Roundtable. The report, authored by the Social Research Demonstration Corporation, analyzes income and employment outcomes among English- and French-speaking Quebecers while comparing demographic
- [Stellantis employees invest $230 million through share purchase plan](https://hrnewscanada.com/stellantis-employees-invest-230-million-through-share-purchase-plan/) - Stellantis employees have subscribed to 22 million shares through the company's employee share purchase plan since 2023, according to the automaker. The plan has reached more than 235,000 eligible workers across 20 countries. Employees have invested $230 million USD (€209 million) in the program over three years. Personal subscriptions totalled $155 million (€141 million), with
- [CEOs prioritize AI adoption as top business goal for 2026: SHRM survey](https://hrnewscanada.com/ceos-prioritize-ai-adoption-as-top-business-goal-for-2026-shrm-survey/) - CEOs are betting on artificial intelligence to drive their companies forward in 2026, with 40 per cent naming AI adoption as a primary objective for the year, according to new research from SHRM. The study of 116 CEOs found technological advancement has overtaken traditional economic concerns as the top macroeconomic challenge facing business leaders. Fifty-six
- [Woman who stabbed shelter worker in Prince George, B.C., to spend another 50 days in jail](https://hrnewscanada.com/woman-who-stabbed-shelter-worker-in-prince-george-b-c-to-spend-another-50-days-in-jail/) - By Bob Mackin | Prince George Citizen Judge Michael Brecknell sentenced a 23-year-old woman Nov. 28 to another 50 days in jail for stabbing a man at the front desk of the Mark’s Place Shelter in Prince George last New Year’s Day. The official Provincial Court sentence for Shenoa Rose Thomas is 18 months in jail
- [German parliament approves pension package after a rebellion in Merz's party](https://hrnewscanada.com/german-parliament-approves-pension-package-after-a-rebellion-in-merzs-party/) - By Geir Moulson BERLIN (AP) — Germany's parliament on Friday approved a pension reform package that had prompted a rebellion in the ranks of Chancellor Friedrich Merz's party, averting a crisis for the government after a bumpy first seven months in office. Lawmakers in the lower house voted 318-224 in favor of the package, including a measure that
- [Canada's unemployment rate falls to 6.5% as 54,000 jobs added in November](https://hrnewscanada.com/canadas-unemployment-rate-falls-to-6-5-as-54000-jobs-added-in-november/) - Canada's unemployment rate declined to 6.5% in November as the economy added 54,000 jobs, marking the third consecutive month of employment growth, according to Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey released Friday. The unemployment rate dropped 0.4 percentage points from October's 6.9%, while the employment rate rose 0.1 percentage points to 60.9%. The November rate of
- [More than 27,000 public servants were paid $150,000 or more last year](https://hrnewscanada.com/more-than-27000-public-servants-were-paid-150000-or-more-last-year/) - By Catherine Morrison More than 27,000 federal public servants were paid at least $150,000 in the last fiscal year, a document tabled in Parliament shows. It says more than 20,000 employees received compensation — salaries, bonuses, benefits and overtime pay — of between $150,000 and $199,999 in 2024-25. The document, prepared by the Treasury Board of
- [Seasonal hiring in U.S. rises above last year but still lags stronger years](https://hrnewscanada.com/seasonal-hiring-in-u-s-rises-above-last-year-but-still-lags-stronger-years/) - Seasonal job postings climbed 11 per cent above 2024 levels as of mid-November in the United States, but the increase comes after last year marked the weakest seasonal hiring year in recent Indeed data. The uptick suggests businesses are confident about consumer spending heading into the holiday season, according to Cory Stahle, an economist at
- [As music festival season ramps up, artists can help shine a light on an ‘invisible’ workforce](https://hrnewscanada.com/as-music-festival-season-ramps-up-artists-can-help-shine-a-light-on-an-invisible-workforce/) - By Deanna Grant-Smith, Jessica O'Bryan, and Scott Harrison Around Australia, music festival season is once again kicking into high gear. Yet behind every headline act is a vast and often invisible workforce of stage crew, sound engineers, lighting techs, riggers, truck drivers, backup singers, dancers and other support staff. Many of these workers endure precarious
- [AI promises efficiency, but it’s also amplifying labour inequality](https://hrnewscanada.com/ai-promises-efficiency-but-its-also-amplifying-labour-inequality/) - By Mehnaz Rafi As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into workplace systems and operations, it’s reshaping both how work tasks are completed and the very experience of work itself. For many employees, AI is stress-testing their tolerance for uncertainty and job insecurity. Some positions are being automated entirely. Others are becoming redundant. In many
- [Background checks: Saskatchewan restricts name changes for serious offenders](https://hrnewscanada.com/saskatchewan-restricts-name-changes-for-serious-offenders-strengthening-employer-background-checks/) - Saskatchewan has expanded the list of criminal offences for which legal name changes can be refused, a move that could strengthen the reliability of criminal record checks used by employers across the province. Under The Change of Name Amendment Regulations, 2025, individuals convicted of murder, specific drug trafficking offences, fraud, or designated as dangerous, long-term
- [When workplace behaviour turns ugly, it's usually an inside job](https://hrnewscanada.com/when-workplace-behaviour-turns-ugly-its-usually-an-inside-job/) - A daily headline and social media scan reveal that human resource risks are being escalated to the courts of law and public opinion with alarming frequency. Reports of sexual harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination based on protected grounds, and the optics of cover-up or management incompetence are financially and reputationally damaging for any organization or institution.
- [Toilet cleaner and stale gummy bears top list of worst employee gifts](https://hrnewscanada.com/toilet-cleaner-and-stale-gummy-bears-top-list-of-worst-employee-gifts/) - Toilet cleaner, pantyhose and a $2 scratch-off lottery ticket top the list of worst holiday gifts employees have received from their employers, according to a new survey from Custom Ink. The 2025 Custom Ink Employee Holiday Gift Survey asked 1,051 U.S. workers to share their most disappointing employer gifts. Other notable entries include a bag
- [Quebec government workers earn higher wages and benefits than private sector: Fraser Institute](https://hrnewscanada.com/quebec-government-workers-earn-higher-wages-and-benefits-than-private-sector-fraser-institute/) - Government workers in Quebec earn higher wages and receive more generous benefits than comparable private-sector workers, according to a new study from the Fraser Institute. Government employees in Quebec earned wages 26.1 per cent higher on average than private-sector workers in 2024, based on data from Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey. After adjusting for factors
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- [Workers at Crown Royal bottling plant in southwestern Ontario ratify closure deal](https://hrnewscanada.com/workers-at-crown-royal-bottling-plant-in-southwestern-ontario-ratify-closure-deal/) - By Maan Alhmidi Workers at a Crown Royal whisky bottling plant in Ontario have ratified a closure deal that gives them an increase in severance pay and other benefits, as the union hopes other liquor manufacturers might be able to save those jobs. Unifor Local 200 president John D’Agnolo said 89 per cent of workers at
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- [Manitoba introduces legislation to recognize sign languages as distinct languages](https://hrnewscanada.com/manitoba-introduces-legislation-to-recognize-sign-languages-as-distinct-languages/) - The Manitoba government has introduced legislation to recognize American Sign Language, Quebec sign language, Indigenous sign languages and tactile sign languages as distinct languages with their own grammar, structure and cultural heritage. Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine, who is responsible for accessibility, announced the proposed Sign Language Recognition Act on Dec. 3 to mark the International
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- [Canada's Greenest Employers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/canadas-greenest-employers/)
- [York University](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/york-university/)
- [Fidelity](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/fidelity/)
- [LinkedIn](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/linkedin/)
- [Construction](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/construction/)
- [British Columbia Construction Association](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/british-columbia-construction-association/)
- [Health Care Workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/health-care-workers/)
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- [Foreign Credentials](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/foreign-credentials/)
- [Driver's License](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/drivers-license/)
- [Oil and Gas](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/oil-and-gas/)
- [Just Transition](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/just-transition/)
- [Gamification](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/gamification/)
- [SafeGen](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/safegen/)
- [UNDE](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/unde/)
- [Ottawa](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/ottawa/)
- [First Responders](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/first-responders/)
- [Amazon](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/amazon/)
- [CSN](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/csn/)
- [HR Path](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/hr-path/)
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- [Los Angeles](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/los-angeles/)
- [United States](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/united-states/)
- [Starbucks](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/starbucks/)
- [U.S. Supreme Court](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/u-s-supreme-court/)
- [TELUS Health](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/telus-health/)
- [Diabetes](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/diabetes/)
- [ADHD](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/adhd/)
- [Neurodiversity](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/neurodiversity/)
- [Doctor's Notes](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/doctors-notes/)
- [Art Gallery of Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/art-gallery-of-ontario/)
- [OPSEU](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/opseu/)
- [JP Hornick](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/jp-hornick/)
- [WSIB](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/wsib/)
- [PTSD](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/ptsd/)
- [Cancer](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cancer/)
- [Animals](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/animals/)
- [Horses](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/horses/)
- [Truth and Reconciliation](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/truth-and-reconciliation/)
- [Legislation](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/legislation/)
- [Airbus](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/airbus/)
- [IAMAW](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/iamaw/)
- [CN](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cn/)
- [CPKC](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cpkc/)
- [Teamsters](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/teamsters/)
- [Squamish](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/squamish/)
- [Company Housing](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/company-housing/)
- [Google](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/google/)
- [Israel](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/israel/)
- [Palestine](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/palestine/)
- [Tesla](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/tesla/)
- [Layoffs](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/layoffs/)
- [Elon Musk](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/elon-musk/)
- [Lyft](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/lyft/)
- [Class Action](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/class-action/)
- [Grocery Stores](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/grocery-stores/)
- [Great Places to Work](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/great-places-to-work/)
- [Clio](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/clio/)
- [Casino de Montreal](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/casino-de-montreal/)
- [Recruitment Bonus](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/recruitment-bonus/)
- [Nium](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/nium/)
- [Cross-Border](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cross-border/)
- [Employer of Record](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/employer-of-record/)
- [Menopause](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/menopause/)
- [Women's Health](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/womens-health/)
- [David Piccini](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/david-piccini/)
- [Employment Standards Act](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/employment-standards-act/)
- [Parliament](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/parliament/)
- [House of Commons](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/house-of-commons/)
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- [Child Care](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/child-care/)
- [Federal Government](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/federal-government/)
- [Farmers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/farmers/)
- [SaskPower](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/saskpower/)
- [Nestle](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/nestle/)
- [Toronto](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/toronto/)
- [WestJet](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/westjet/)
- [Airlines](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/airlines/)
- [Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/aircraft-mechanics-fraternal-association/)
- [Waste Management Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/waste-management-canada/)
- [CFU](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cfu/)
- [Freelancers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/freelancers/)
- [Threads of Life](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/threads-of-life/)
- [State of Safety](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/state-of-safety/)
- [Angus Reid](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/angus-reid/)
- [Sun Life](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/sun-life/)
- [Australia](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/australia/)
- [Nigeria](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/nigeria/)
- [Workplace Violence](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/workplace-violence/)
- [McGill University](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/mcgill-university/)
- [Health-Care Workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/health-care-workers-2/)
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- [Nurses](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/nurses/)
- [Labour Shortages](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/labour-shortages/)
- [South Africa](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/south-africa/)
- [Farm Workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/farm-workers/)
- [Medavie Blue Cross](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/medavie-blue-cross/)
- [Women of Influence+](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/women-of-influence/)
- [Room Women's Network](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/room-womens-network/)
- [G-P](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/g-p/)
- [Racism](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/racism/)
- [United Church](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/united-church/)
- [Writer's Guild of Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/writers-guild-of-canada/)
- [Canadian Media Producers Association](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/canadian-media-producers-association/)
- [Naheed Nenshi](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/naheed-nenshi/)
- [NDP](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/ndp/)
- [Teachers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/teachers/)
- [Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/saskatchewan-teachers-federation/)
- [Transportation Safety Board](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/transportation-safety-board/)
- [Aviation](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/aviation/)
- [Build a Dream](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/build-a-dream/)
- [STEM](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/stem/)
- [Manufacturing](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/manufacturing/)
- [Workleap](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/workleap/)
- [Provincial Nominee Program](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/provincial-nominee-program/)
- [Robert Half](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/robert-half/)
- [Skills Gap](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/skills-gap/)
- [Technology](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/technology/)
- [Smart Serve Ontario](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/smart-serve-ontario/)
- [Hospitality Workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/hospitality-workers/)
- [Rayonier Advanced Materials](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/rayonier-advanced-materials/)
- [Ticks](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/ticks/)
- [Outdoor Workers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/outdoor-workers/)
- [Tourism](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/tourism/)
- [Video Games](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/video-games/)
- [Statistics Canada](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/statistics-canada/)
- [Unemployment Rate](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/unemployment-rate/)
- [On Call](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/on-call/)
- [WCB Nova Scotia](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/wcb-nova-scotia/)
- [CN Rail](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/cn-rail/)
- [Rehab](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/rehab/)
- [Addictions](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/addictions/)
- [Impaired Driving](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/impaired-driving/)
- [CASA Mental Health](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/casa-mental-health/)
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- [Mothers](https://hrnewscanada.com/tag/mothers/)
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