The month-long tariff delay for the Detroit Three automakers is the latest extortion tactic by U.S. President Donald Trump. (CNW Group/Unifor)

Ottawa extends work-sharing program to shield 50,000 workers from tariff-related layoffs

by Todd Humber March 11, 2026

written by Todd Humber March 11, 2026

The federal government has extended a set of temporary flexibilities under the Employment Insurance Work-Sharing program, giving employers affected by U.S. tariffs…

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Ottawa extends work-sharing program to shield 50,000 workers from tariff-related layoffs

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