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Roofing maker grows US reach through independent sales agencies
IKO Commercial named three independent sales agencies across nine US markets, a reminder that manufacturers can grow regional coverage without adding headcount.
New 50% US tariffs on Canadian goods land Aug. 19
Washington plans 50% tariffs on goods from hockey sticks to cement. Canadian manufacturers have under a month to plan staffing and production around it.
Canadians Back Tougher Workplace Safety Rules in Labour Code Review
A poll commissioned by the Canadian Labour Congress shows broad public support for stronger OHS enforcement as Ottawa reviews the Canada Labour Code.
Wildfire rail scare puts crew safety rules in front of employers
Federal regulators are probing CN after a crew was evacuated from a burning train. Employers with workers near hazards should check their stop-work plans.
Gen Z is building portfolio careers, and employers should plan for it
IWG research of Canadian Gen Z workers shows side hustles, frequent job moves and AI-driven reskilling are shaping how younger talent chooses employers.
AI-assisted layoff scoring can punish workers on protected leave
A lawsuit against Meta says AI-assisted layoff rankings counted protected leave as low output. Employers using performance data in cuts should take note.
Trades employers are short of installers as energy demand grows
An Eastern Ontario HVAC owner says demand for heat pumps and efficiency work is outrunning the supply of trained people. Here is what hiring managers can do.
Ontario corrections report puts mental health benefits in focus
A deputy coroner's report on suicides among Ontario correctional workers is renewing pressure on employers over benefit caps, coverage gaps and training.
Benefit plans may be missing Indigenous employees' mental health needs
Culturally safe care and better return-to-work communication are gaps in many Canadian benefit plans. Here is what employers can review now.
A new monthly Canadian pay report will split stayers from job-changers
ADP Research will publish a free monthly Canadian pay measure from Sept. 3, showing how wages move for workers who stay and workers who switch employers.
Canadian hiring plans are up, but one in three employers can't fill roles
A new Express-Harris survey finds 74% of Canadian hiring managers are upbeat about H2 hiring, yet 32% have open jobs they cannot fill.
Employee monitoring adds stress, not output, and hiring feels it
A review of 94 studies found no link between electronic monitoring and better performance. Employers weighing tracking software should know what it can cost.
Strong pension funding gives employers new room on retirement and hiring
Mercer says the median Canadian DB plan was 128 per cent funded at June 30. For employers, that can change how they plan retirements and replace talent.
Staff pushback on AI tools is often a signal about the workplace
A Talent Canada column argues that low adoption, quiet teams and burnout point to system problems, not worker resistance. Here is what that means for hiring.
27 weeks of protected sick leave now applies in every province
New Brunswick was the last province to act. Employers anywhere in Canada now face long-term illness leave rules that line up with federal EI timelines.
Deloitte sees a slow 2026 and a firmer 2027 for Canadian hiring
Deloitte expects 0.7% growth in 2026 and 2% in 2027, with trade clarity and business investment deciding when Canadian employers hire again.
Lateness is tied to commutes and home life, not just attitude
New Canadian data shows public transport, oversleeping and traffic lead lateness, while housing and family causes are growing fastest.
Plan your peak-season staffing before overtime plans it for you
A piece from ADP Canada argues small employers should hire ahead of demand surges, not lean on overtime, and watch for burnout before it becomes turnover.
Canadian employers want AI at work, but not making the people calls
A Harris Poll survey of Canadian hiring managers shows AI is spreading, yet most want people to own the sensitive decisions. Here is what that means for hiring.
Ontario's new first aid rules change how you train your crew
WSIB's modernized first aid program took effect June 22 with a national training standard, 65 approved providers and new provider badges. Here is what to check.
Rehearse people crises before they happen, not after
Training alone does not make a workplace ready for a people crisis. Short, regular tabletop exercises show leaders where their response breaks down.
Workplace pensions are a bigger hiring draw than most employers assume
A CAAT survey of 3,317 Canadians finds 82 per cent would be more likely to join an employer offering a pension. Here is what that means for your offers.
Third-party inclusion accreditation gives employers a hiring signal
Dentsu Canada earned Rainbow Registered status. Its approach shows what verified inclusion looks like to candidates and what employers can copy.
Canadian workers fear AI will shrink hiring, and the data backs some of it
A new Canadian survey shows hiring managers see AI as a productivity tool while job seekers fear fewer jobs, especially at entry level.
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- Three in four Canadian employers make workforce changes amid economic pressuresA new survey reveals Canadian employers are responding to …Oct 22, 2026
- The business case has been made: Employers need the blueprint for creating psychologically safe workplacesFor years, the workplace mental health conversation has focused …Oct 22, 2026
- Aging populations are straining retirement systems worldwideThe 18th annual Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index …Oct 21, 2026
- Preparing for Bill C-39: Upcoming changes to the Canada Labour Code and what federally regulated employers need to knowOn Sept. 21, the federal government introduced Bill C-39, …Oct 21, 2026
- CPHR Manitoba announces board officers for 2026-2027CPHR Manitoba held its annual general meeting earlier this …Oct 21, 2026
- Proposed remedy for workers affected by Bill 148 could cost N.S. $470 millionBy Tori Fitzpatrick The Nova Scotia government has agreed …Oct 21, 2026
- Canadian businesses face productivity, governance and security challenges with disconnected workplace technologyA new survey of employees and business decision-makers across …Oct 21, 2026
- There’s no clock on the grief of losing an infant, but there is a deadline to return to workPregnancy and infant loss affect thousands of Canadian families …Oct 20, 2026
- CSA Policy Pathways Conference to explore evidence-based solutions for healthier, more inclusive workplacesAs Canadian workplaces navigate evolving mental health challenges alongside …Oct 19, 2026
- Ottawa adding new express entry points for immigrants in ‘high-wage’ jobsBy David Baxter Ottawa is adding new express entry …Oct 16, 2026
- Survey finds tech helps Canadians move faster, but digital busywork still gets in the wayNew research from Samsung Canada reveals a growing productivity …Oct 16, 2026
- Sunlife unveils new global brandSun Life Financial Inc. has unveiled a refreshed global …Oct 15, 2026
- How smart companies win the talent warIn today’s hyper-competitive labour market, attracting talent may open …Oct 14, 2026
- ADP Canada reports pay for job-stayers was up 3% in SeptemberBase pay for job-stayers in Canada increased three per …Oct 13, 2026
- New all-time solvency high for Canadian DB pension plans driven by higher interest rates in Q3: MarshProfessional services firm Marsh has shared that the financial …Oct 13, 2026
- 4 conversations HR leaders need to have when workload increases but headcount can’tIt’s Monday morning, and one of your senior analysts …Oct 13, 2026
- The hidden cost of a bad C-suite hire (and how smart companies avoid it)A C-suite hire is one of the highest-stakes people …Oct 7, 2026
- HRPA announces new CEOThe Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) has announced that Bronwen …Oct 6, 2026
- How a leader’s nervous system shapes workplace cultureDiscover how executive emotional regulation shapes workplace culture, why broadcasting stress drives employee burnout and how leaders cultivate steadiness to build resilient teams.Oct 5, 2026
- Workplace health rebounds as workers turn to agentic AI, skills-building, and better tech tools: HPWorkers with the healthiest relationship with work are becoming …Oct 5, 2026
- More than half of employers are stretching salary budgets to secure top talent: surveyGlobal talent solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half …Oct 5, 2026
- Are we waiting until employees break?Why proactive support is the future of workplace well-beingOct 5, 2026
- Ottawa tables Bill C-39 to expand ministerial powers in federally regulated labour disputesSep. 28, 2026, Ottawa, Ont. – The federal government …Sep 28, 2026
- The ROI of investing in human capitalHow identifying hidden workforce pressures like financial stress and mental health struggles can transform employee wellbeing from an HR expense into a high-return business performance strategy.Sep 28, 2026
- P.E.I. opens consultations on minimum wage rate reviews beyond 2027Sep. 24, 2026, Charlottetown, P.E.I. – Prince Edward Island’s …Sep 24, 2026
- Saskatchewan employer and individual charged under Immigration Services ActSep. 15, 2026, Regina, Sask. – A Saskatchewan trucking …Sep 15, 2026
- Burnout is not a resilience problemThe Financial Post reports that nearly half of Canadian …Sep 14, 2026
- Ontario invests $5.8 million to expand nuclear and skilled trades workforce pipelinesSep. 8, 2026, Ontario – The Ontario government is …Sep 8, 2026
- Ontario Court of Appeal rules unvested RSUs protected during statutory notice periodSep. 7, 2026, Toronto, Ont. – The Ontario Court …Sep 7, 2026
- Personality outweighs skills gaps for most Canadian employersSep. 3, 2026, Toronto, Ont. – A candidate’s personality …Sep 3, 2026
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