Sarah Dobson

Sarah Dobson

Sarah Dobson — Managing editor, Canadian HR Reporter

Sarah Dobson is the managing editor of Canadian HR Reporter, Canada's leading publication serving human resources professionals. With nearly 25 years of experience in publishing and close to two decades of dedicated focus on the HR industry, Sarah is a knowledgeable editor in covering the full spectrum of workplace and people-management topics.

Sarah's editorial coverage spans the issues that matter most to Canadian HR professionals: mental health in the workplace, employment law, diversity and equity, performance management, talent acquisition and recruitment, compensation strategy, occupational health and safety, and organizational culture. Her long tenure at Canadian HR Reporter has given her a strong understanding of the challenges, trends, and regulatory shifts shaping the HR landscape in Canada.

Sarah holds a degree in English and History from Carleton University and a Journalism diploma from Conestoga College. Before joining Canadian HR Reporter, she honed her craft at respected national outlets including Marketing Magazine and Toronto Life.

As managing editor, Sarah is responsible for the quality, accuracy and editorial integrity of all content published by the Canadian HR Reporter group. Her editorial approach prioritizes balance, rigorous sourcing and relevance — producing content that HR leaders, people managers, legal professionals, and business owners rely on to make informed decisions. 

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When layoffs end, the hard part begins

It takes an average of seven months for companies to recover from layoffs — and HR teams aren't using the strategies most likely to speed that up

When layoffs end, the hard part begins

Equal pay rules take shape for federally regulated employers

New Canada Labour Code regulations intend to close wage gaps — with fines for non-compliance

Equal pay rules take shape for federally regulated employers

‘The TTC is a world of surprises every day’

HR leader Matt Hopkins discusses FIFA prep, employee experience, labour relations and AI initiatives

‘The TTC is a world of surprises every day’

Behavioural science: Is it the solution to Canada’s apprenticeship problems?

‘It’s easy to lose sight of the lived reality for individuals that have to navigate the system,' says academic and co-author of new report

Behavioural science: Is it the solution to Canada’s apprenticeship problems?

Employment scams surge, putting HR on front lines

From fake Marriott recruiters to state-sponsored LinkedIn schemes, employers face growing threat

Employment scams surge, putting HR on front lines

New EI appeals board brings tripartite panels, regional focus

'The goal is that employers will hopefully feel more seen and heard,' says lawyer outlining takeaways for HR

New EI appeals board brings tripartite panels, regional focus

Employers cut back on AI as costs soar

With token costs rising and ROI still elusive, HR plays important role around expectations, incentives and employee experience, say experts

Employers cut back on AI as costs soar

'Termination is virtually always on the table'

Recent case a reminder for how HR should be both proactive and reactive when it comes to employee benefits fraud

 'Termination is virtually always on the table'

What’s an effective way to curb genAI use by job candidates?

University of Waterloo study suggests one type of warning can be effective

What’s an effective way to curb genAI use by job candidates?

Federal ban on non-competes — a look at what HR needs to know

Questions remain around 'other' restrictions in Bil C31 legislation, say experts providing tips for employers on how to respond

Federal ban on non-competes — a look at what HR needs to know