Sarah Dobson

Sarah Dobson

A long-time journalist, Sarah Dobson is the editor of the Canadian HR Reporter group.

Having been involved with this HR publication for more than 14 years, Sarah knows the readership well and is responsible for ensuring quality content and insightful coverage of the human resources industry. This includes topics such as mental health, employment law, diversity and equity, performance management, recruitment, compensation, workplace safety and corporate culture.

A graduate in English/History and Journalism from Carleton University and Conestoga College, Sarah has nearly 25 years of experience in publishing, including work at Marketing Magazine and Toronto Life. She is a dedicated writer and editor who works hard to produce trusted, unbiased content that appeals to various stakeholders.

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Facing an M&A? Know the legal risks

Employers often underestimate ongoing employment obligations, say lawyers citing issues of 'hidden' liabilities, contracts, constructive dismissal, mitigation and prior service

Facing an M&A? Know the legal risks

Are employee monitoring apps doing more harm than good?

Canadian researchers find inconsistencies, inaccuracies that could impact 'workplace entitlements and privileges, as well as discipline and termination'

Are employee monitoring apps doing more harm than good?

Changes to sick note rules: When can medical info be requested? What about suspected abuse?

Legal experts weigh in as Ontario, B.C. and Quebec overhaul documentation rules for employee illness

Changes to sick note rules: When can medical info be requested? What about suspected abuse?

‘It has been so enriching’

Nancy Nazer, CHRO at OMERS, discusses career marked by ‘passion for people,’ data-driven strategy and purpose

‘It has been so enriching’

‘If this impacts four lives in our 500-employee base... it’s all worth it'

Canadian HR director explains why fertility benefits make sense – as survey shows impact on mental health, careers for women struggling with fertility journey

‘If this impacts four lives in our 500-employee base... it’s all worth it'

'You have this industry that isn't necessarily aware of the factors that put them at risk'

New director of mental health at EllisDon looking to enhance psychological health and safety in construction

'You have this industry that isn't necessarily aware of the factors that put them at risk'

Runway to success: Richard Beed puts talent first at YVR

'We want to equip people, help people understand it's not a negative, it's an enabler for us,' says head of HR at Vancouver airport discussing transformation

Runway to success: Richard Beed puts talent first at YVR

Hottest benefits in Canada include financial support, virtual therapy: report

Benefits planning about 'greatest value for greatest number of people' – but in an equitable way, says HR exec at Lindt Canada

Hottest benefits in Canada include financial support, virtual therapy: report

Job candidates and privacy: New guide helps Quebec employers navigate laws

'You have a clear set of rules of dos and don'ts that allow companies to comply more easily with new, strict privacy requirements': Legal experts explain new hiring rules

Job candidates and privacy: New guide helps Quebec employers navigate laws

Hiring smart in uncertain times: Legal safeguards for Canadian employers

Probation clauses, fixed-term contracts, independent contractors: two employment lawyers unpack what HR needs to know avoid risks of hiring in volatile economy

Hiring smart in uncertain times: Legal safeguards for Canadian employers

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