Canada HR News
Canada HR News Podcast is your go-to source for staying informed about the latest developments and trends shaping the world of human resources. Designed for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone passionate about workplace culture, this podcast dives into the most relevant topics in the field.
Each episode explores key areas such as recruitment strategies, employee and labour relations, cutting-edge training techniques, diversity and inclusion initiatives, talent management innovations, and much more. We bring you expert insights, practical tips, and the latest updates on policies and legislation impacting workplaces across Canada.
Whether you're looking to stay ahead in your career, lead with confidence, or create positive change in your organization, the Canada HR News Podcast keeps you informed and inspired. Tune in to discover the trends and tools that matter in today's fast-evolving HR landscape!
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Episodes
141 episodes
Layoffs at Skip the Dishes and University Canada West, Air Canada to Pay Pilots Denied COVID-19 Vaccine Exemption
In this episode: layoffs at Skip the Dishes and University Canada West, Air Canada’s compensation to pilots who were denied religious exemptions from the company’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, top skills required for early career workers and other...
Canada’s Labour Market, Agreement with Optometrists in SK, Global Disengagement Crisis
In this episode: Canada’s latest labour market data, government responses to tariff‑impacted workers in Quebec, declining global employee engagement, and other topics.Follow us on: X @cad...
The Cost of Commuting, Hockey Salaries, Immigration Updates
In this episode: requests for remote work in BC because of the rising gas prices, expanded sick leave protections in New Brunswick, immigration support for Ukrainians, salaries of professional women hockey players and other topics.Fol...
Campus Layoffs, Diplomat Cuts, AI Talks Pay, EDI Debated at U of A
In this episode: mass layoffs at Canadian colleges, removal of EDI criteria during hiring at the University of Alberta, cuts among the Canadian diplomatic workforce, how workers are using AI to access pay data, and other topics.Follow...
Support for Tariff-Related Job Losses; Nurse Cuts in Ontario, Networking Skill Gaps, AI-Driven Job Gains
In this episode: extension of measures supporting workers impacted by tariffs, cuts of nurse positions in Ontario, job gains resulted from Artificial Intelligence, lack of networking skills and other topics.Follow us on: X
AI-generated Resumes, Workplace Communication Issues, More Doctors and Vets
In this episode: immigration measures to support Quebec workers and rural employers, recruiters are bogged down by AI- generated applications, New Brunswick is getting more doctors, Alberta is investing in veterinarians and other topics....
Military Hiring Surge, BC Public Job Cuts, Exodus of Paramedics in QC and AI Skills Shortage
In this episode: the surge in military recruitment in Canada, major job cuts planned across British Columbia’s public service, Amazon facing penalties from the B.C. Labour Relations Board, shortage of AI skills globally and other topics....
Developing Northern Talent, Gender Pension Gaps, and a New Career Growth Playbook
In this episode: employers in Northern Canada are developing and retaining talent through earn-and-learn models, federal public servants seeking legal advice amid layoffs, younger workers are reshaping career progression beyond the traditional ...
Gift-Giving Pressures, Saskatchewan Retail Theft, Government Hiring and Layoffs, Teacher Award in Alberta
In this episode: federal hiring challenges, teacher recruitment incentives in northern Alberta, gift-giving pressures in the workplace, rising holiday retail theft in Saskatchewan and other topics.Follow us on: X
Canada’s Innovation Warning, AI Pressures at Work, Workplace Gratitude, Youth Voices
In this episode: the lack of innovation progress in Canada, impact of AI on job seekers and employees, Canada’s efforts to improve youth employment, gratitude in the workplace and other topics.Follow us on: X
Black Friday Pressures, Bell & Canada Post Staff Reduction, Youth Mental Health, 2026 HR Trends
In this episode: Black Friday pressures for retailers, workforce reduction at Bell and Canada Post, youth mental health challenges, Alberta’s new free expression law for professionals and other topics.Follow us on: X
Holiday Jobs, Sick Note Rules, Union Wins, Central Bank Downsizing
In this episode: rising seasonal hiring, new sick-note rules in B.C., major public-sector labour deals, living wage and other topics.Follow us on: X @cadHRnews; LinkedIn @ ...
Job Cuts, Burnout Costs, AI Fears, and Job Market Updates
In this episode: improving job market in Canada, upcoming layoffs of federal municipal workers, strategies to support employee mental health, fear of AI among workers and other topics.Follow us on: X
Alberta Labour Clash, Blue Jays at Work, Cautious Compensation Trends
In this episode: Amazon’s union negotiations, cautious compensation trends, fresh EDI insights, the Blue Jays’ impact on workplace culture and other topics.Follow us on: X @cadHRnews<...
Amazon Bargaining, Cuts at Air Canada, Alberta’s Hybrid Exit & Compassionate Firing
In this episode: Unifor’s notice to bargain with Amazon in B.C., Air Canada’s management cuts, the Alberta Public Service ending its hybrid work policy, latest challenges facing Canada’s auto industry and other topics.Follow us on: X ...
Sailors Wanted, AI Chatbots at Work, New Harassment Policies
In this episode: provincial employment updates, Gen Z’s AI chatbot habits, Canada’s pension system ranking, military recruitment struggles, and other topics.Follow us on: X @cadHRnews...
Mail Delays, Liquor Lines & AI Hires: The New Job Market Reality
In this episode: union negotiations, Amazon hiring for the holiday season, older workers consider botox and plastic surgery to combat ageism, job seekers in Canad accept roles below their qualifications in this tough labour market, and other to...
Holiday Hiring, Union Heat & Ageism on the Rise
In this episode: union negotiations, Amazon hiring for the holiday season, older workers consider botox and plastic surgery to combat ageism, job seekers in Canad accept roles below their qualifications in this tough labour market, and other to...
September 29, 2025
In this episode: the latest on Canada Post’s nationwide strike, Air Canada’s labor disruptions costing $375M dollars, Nova Scotia’s improved workers’ compensation, Starbucks’ major restructuring, Walmart’s AI workforce training, and the emergin...
September 22, 2025
In this episode: the latest developments in Canada Post negotiations, rising retail crime across the country, how Canadian businesses are adopting AI, Alberta’s launch of new employment services to better connect job seekers with work, and othe...
September 15, 2025
In this episode: Canada’s weakening labour market amid trade uncertainty, Alberta’s $8 million youth hiring incentive, Canada Post workers halting flyer deliveries, workplace happiness trends from ADP Canada, and other topics.Follow u...
March 3, 2025
In this episode: wage increases for federal workers, Google’s request for employees to work 60 hours per week to speed up AI development, federal employees not complying with the government's three-days-per-week office work rule and other topic...
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February 24, 2025
In this episode: Research and Teaching Assistant strike at Concordia University threatening the end of the term, coroners are the first doctors in Ontario to unionize, the reaction of US federal employee to Elon Musk’ email to list weekly accom...
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