Sarah Dobson

Sarah Dobson

Canadian HR Reporter

Sarah Dobson

Managing editor, HR

25+ years experience136,038 Total views on Canadian HR Reporter in 2025

Sarah's specialty topics

human resources employment law compensation and benefits HR leadership wellness/mental health

Sarah Dobson is the managing editor of Canadian HR Reporter, Canada's leading publication serving human resources professionals. With over 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 an Honours 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.

How I think about writing for this industry…

“HR is a fascinating profession, with so many areas of expertise that keep changing along with the technology, the legislation, the workforce. I love hearing about the challenges that HR leaders face everyday, along with the insights and best practices that see them succeed.”

Featured content from Sarah

Constructive dismissal: Ontario decision highlights risks of mandating return to work Do employers still care about MBAs? Do you have all the answers? New rules for pay transparency to take effect for job postings

Previous experience

  • Thomson Reuters — Editor/supervisor, Canadian HR Reporter
  • Rogers Media — Staff Writer, Marketing Magazine

Education

  • Honours B.A., English/History, Carleton University
  • Diploma in Print Journalism, Conestoga College

Read the latest stories by Sarah

‘I'm a real believer — I think it can replace a lot of pills if you do it correctly'

Canadian HR leader advocates for mindfulness as study finds 10 minutes a day can shift well-being in two weeks

‘I'm a real believer — I think it can replace a lot of pills if you do it correctly'

Is HR at risk of burnout amid surge in AI?

UK survey finds 95% of HR leaders carrying heavier workloads

Is HR at risk of burnout amid surge in AI?

Virtual roundtable: L&D strategies for a shifting workforce

HR leaders from Second Harvest and High Liner Foods discuss skill gap mapping, building a learning culture and measuring what actually matters

Virtual roundtable: L&D strategies for a shifting workforce

From Lagos to Regina, from Shell to SaskTel: Isioma Coker

HR leader discusses importance of HR certification, mentorships, total rewards and asking for help

From Lagos to Regina, from Shell to SaskTel: Isioma Coker

‘It’s a bit of a Groundhog day'

Voluntary departures, hiring freezes, temporary layoffs, pay cuts — how to navigate U.S. tariff uncertainty and avoid legal pitfalls

‘It’s a bit of a Groundhog day'

Are your job candidates using AI in video interviews?

Canadian HR leaders say they're aware of the cheating problem — but the tools candidates are using are getting harder to spot

Are your job candidates using AI in video interviews?

How do you go from a ‘best managed’ company to unionized without a vote?

Lessons from Steam Whistle Brewing

How do you go from a ‘best managed’ company to unionized without a vote?

'Even if discrimination isn't intentional, employers can still be on the hook for it'

What the Workday lawsuit means for Canadian HR leaders

'Even if discrimination isn't intentional, employers can still be on the hook for it'

LMIAs: 'Just when you're getting comfortable, something will change'

With new wage thresholds now in effect, and low-wage streams tightening, lawyers provide tips for HR

LMIAs: 'Just when you're getting comfortable, something will change'

‘You have to be able to pivot fast’

Finding purpose in HR: Deb Arsenault of Peel Region

‘You have to be able to pivot fast’