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Rogers is reportedly laying off front-line customer service representatives, adding to recent job cuts in its media division. The company has not confirmed the number of affected employees, but reports suggest hundreds may be terminated. Rogers stated it is investing in digital tools to improve customer service speed. Some laid-off workers claim their jobs are being moved to Morocco. This follows similar cuts by other major Canadian telecommunications companies.

Toronto, Ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/news/gopublic/rogers-customer-service-layoffs-9.7272931

Information management firm OpenText has announced another round of workforce reductions. Approximately 400 global employees are affected by this latest cut. The company stated these changes are part of ongoing organizational planning. OpenText has implemented a business optimization plan that includes workforce reductions. This follows previous layoffs earlier in the year.

Kitchener, Ontario

https://betakit.com/opentext-lays-off-two-percent-of-its-workforce/

Winning ‘Best Company in Canada’ after shrinking from 35,000 employees to 20,000, spending a decade dismantling products, and still paying for awards… now that’s commitment to the wrong KPIs.

I guess the award was based on marketing, because it certainly wasn’t based on what happened to the products, the people, or the shareholders.

Interesting that the last thread about the Covid vaccine mandates in Canada was deleted within a day 🤔 Someone shut that conversation down quickly - wonder why?

A labor union has reported that approximately a dozen employees were laid off at Bethesda Game Studios Montreal. These workers were union members and reportedly received the news via a brief video call. The union claims these employees had dedicated up to a decade to the studio. They are criticizing Microsoft's handling of the situation, describing it as abrupt and lacking in communication. The union plans to pursue legal and contractual actions to advocate for affected members.

Montreal, Quebec

https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/-employers-are-ruthless-cwa-canada-slams-microsoft-over-handling-of-bethesda-layoffs

Do we have any other operations in Canada now?

coming soon. bye felecia.

These are being published on NA jobs now on the intranet

The US is so much higher than Canada it's crazy

What’s going on with the Canada town hall cancelled??

Compulsion Games has begun layoffs. An unknown number of employees are affected. The company initiated these staff reductions. Specific details about the cuts are not provided in the article. This action represents a change in its workforce.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/compulsion-games-begins-an-unknown-number-of-layoffs

https://www.bevnet.com/spirits/2026/reports-diageo-layoffs-hit-north-american-business-unit

A seniors home in South Tuxedo laid off 88 percent of its health-care aides. This mass layoff occurred on the same day staff received union certification. Residents were surprised by subsequent changes to the home care program. These changes have reportedly irked many residents. The situation raises concerns about care quality and labor relations.

Winnipeg, Manitoba

https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breaking

Ssense dismissed staff responsible for visual content production. Around 12 individuals lost their positions. Company management cited rapid AI capability as the reason. AI will now handle a significant portion of content creation. This decision follows the company's court-supervised restructuring.

Montreal, Quebec

https://thelogic.co/news/exclusive/ssense-layoffs-photography-creative-ai/

General Motors reportedly plans to end light-duty Chevrolet Silverado 1500 production. This would occur at its Oshawa, Ontario assembly plant by late 2026. The plant would then only produce heavy-duty Silverado variants. This shift would sharply reduce output and employment. GM Canada denies these reports, citing future investments.

Oshawa, Ontario

https://www.auto123.com/en/news/gm-production-silverado-1500-oshawa-in-doubt/73997/

Canada Post is laying off dozens of managers. This move aims to save the company money. The organization has experienced severe financial losses for years. Three senior executives were dismissed last month. The chief financial officer was among those terminated.

Canada

https://mshale.com/b6d50a56/ed302dbdYO6qcpQd_7c

For non-unionized Rivian workers and managers in Canada, understanding these developments is essential to protecting workplace rights and entitlements.

https://stlawyers.ca/blog-news/rivian-layoffs-severance-pay/

Société de transport de Sherbrooke (STS) is laying off 22 employees. These job cuts specifically target urban drivers. The decision comes despite the transit corporation's recent growth. STS reported a 33% increase in ridership since the pandemic. The union criticizes the move as nonsensical during expansion.

Sherbrooke, Quebec

https://cupe.ca/news/22-layoffs-sts-cutting-middle-growth-period-nonsensical-decision

Algoma University's support staff union president expressed concerns about recent layoffs. Over the past year, 86 positions were cut through layoffs and voluntary exits. These cuts reduced support staff by 40 percent across the university's three campuses. The university faces a projected $16.45 million deficit and declining student enrollment. The union worries these reductions will leave some student services non-existent.

https://www.sootoday.com/local-news/union-warns-algoma-u-layoffs-could-leave-some-services-non-existent-12419843

Bell Canada is reportedly conducting a major layoff in June 2026. Hundreds of workers across various teams are affected by this restructuring. Multiple employees have contacted a law firm to review their severance offers. One report alleges a pregnant employee was among those let go.

https://stlawyers.ca/blog-news/bell-job-cuts-june-2026/

Laurentian University recently completed final severance payouts to former employees. These payments arrived years after their 2021 termination during CCAA restructuring. Creditors, including former staff, received 25 percent of their original owed amounts. The university sold property for $53.5 million to fund these distributions. This marks the final step in a lengthy and difficult insolvency process.

Sudbury, Ontario

https://www.sudbury.com/local-news/five-years-after-ccaa-layoffs-terminated-laurentian-employees-finally-receive-payouts-12391438

Library workers in New Brunswick school districts are again facing layoffs. This follows a year-long dispute between the provincial government and their union. A previous labour board ruling had temporarily reinstated positions. However, a new collective agreement now allows the government to proceed with job cuts. Union representatives state they will continue to advocate for these essential roles.

New Brunswick

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/school-library-workers-laid-off-once-again-after-year-long-saga-with-n-b-government-9.7225017

https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/wl5hu04k6ut6/

Children's Aid Society London and Middlesex issued layoff notices. At least 23 workers will be affected starting in September. The agency faces a $5.6 million deficit this year. Union representatives worry about increased workloads and staff burnout. These cuts follow recent union bargaining and chronic underfunding.

London, Ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/london/london-ont-children-s-aid-workers-worry-layoffs-could-hurt-youth-and-families-9.7219646

Anyone know how the VRIFs are being done? By country//line of business/alphabetically? In Canada and still just waiting after being told it was approved. So frustrating. Why are things moving so slowly.

Algoma University is eliminating 86 support staff positions. This represents about 40 percent of its support staff bargaining unit. The university projects a $16.45 million operating deficit by 2026-27. This deficit is driven by an anticipated decline in enrolment. A provincial teachers' union condemns these layoffs, citing chronic underfunding.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

https://www.timminstoday.com/local-news/union-condemns-algoma-university-layoffs-12356660

There have been reports of some H-1B employees at CVS, particularly those approaching visa renewal periods, being encouraged to relocate to Canada after the company decided not to continue visa sponsorship or pursue employment-based green card processing. In certain situations, these contractors reportedly continue working remotely for CVS from Canada shortly after relocating.

This raises important questions regarding cross-border employment arrangements, immigration compliance, and tax obligations in both the United States and Canada. Remote work from Canada for a U.S.-based employer may require appropriate authorization and adherence to Canadian immigration and labor regulations.

Concerns have also been raised about whether all necessary Canadian work authorization and compliance processes are being consistently reviewed or monitored for individuals in these arrangements. Given the potential legal and regulatory implications, this is an area that may warrant greater transparency and oversight.

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Acrisure is implementing significant layoffs across its operations. The company will reduce its workforce by 11%. This impacts approximately 2,250 employees. Technology advancements, AI, and digital platforms are cited as reasons. The layoffs will begin this week and continue through 2027.

https://coverager.com/acrisure-announces-layoffs/

Takeda Pharmaceutical plans to eliminate approximately 4,500 jobs globally. These cuts are part of a major "Transformation Program" by March 2027. The restructuring aims to consolidate departments and automate operations. This effort follows the significant revenue decline of its dr-g VYVANSE. Savings will fund new experimental dr-g launches for future growth.

https://finance.yahoo.com/sectors/healthcare/articles/takeda-laying-off-4-500-204550228.html

Can anyone share what it looks like in Canada?

Heard that Weatherford Canada PCP/Corod is selling in a month or so????

London, Ontario, now has Canada's highest unemployment rate. The region lost approximately 1,800 jobs in April. Nationally, Canada unexpectedly lost 17,700 jobs last month. Full-time positions decreased by over 46,000 nationwide. Economists view London's crisis as a warning for Canada's industrial economy.

https://easternherald.com/2026/05/10/canada-jobs-crisis-ontario-unemployment-surges/

Windsor's jobless rate decreased to 8.1 percent in April. This drop occurred despite 3,700 people leaving the labor market. Overall employment in the region fell by 2,400 individuals. However, Windsor-Essex added 2,600 manufacturing jobs. The Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant's third shift contributed to this growth.

Windsor, Ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/windsor-jobless-numbers-april-2026-9.7193199

Canada's economy lost 18,000 jobs in April. The national unemployment rate rose to 6.9 percent. This marks a six-month high for joblessness. Full-time employment saw a net decline of 46,700 positions. The labor market continues to show signs of weakness.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/canada-jobs-april-2026-9.7192292

Unifor members protested recent job cuts at Quinte Health. Quinte Health announced the elimination of 59 Personal Support Worker and Health Care Aide positions. These layoffs affect Belleville General Hospital and Trenton Memorial Hospital. The union states these cuts will further strain the health care system. Unifor plans further action to defend public health care services.

Belleville, Ontario

https://www.unifor.org/news/all-news/unifor-health-care-workers-protest-hospital-layoffs-quinte-health

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The Canadian unemployment rate saw an increase in April. RBC Economics attributes this rise to weaker hiring, not elevated layoffs. The jobless rate reached 6.9% after the economy lost 18,000 jobs. Permanent layoffs actually decreased, remaining under their October 2025 peak. RBC indicates the labor market is adjusting, not facing a severe contraction.

https://www.hcamag.com/ca/specialization/recruitment/hiring-slowdown-not-layoffs-drives-rise-in-canadian-unemployment-rbc/574737

The Ottawa Hospital is eliminating approximately 400 positions. These cuts primarily impact nursing staff. The hospital faces significant financial difficulties. Non-unionized employees have legal rights concerning severance pay. Severance entitlements are based on individual situations and common law standards.

Ottawa, Ontario

https://stlawyers.ca/blog-news/ottawa-hospital-layoffs/

Cambrian College anticipates a $1.74 million shortfall for the next fiscal period. International student numbers are projected to fall by over 2,000. Staff reductions are occurring via attrition, not large-scale layoffs. Tuition rates for both domestic and international students increased. Increased provincial grants also contribute to the college's revenue.

Sudbury, Ontario

https://www.elliotlaketoday.com/local-news/cambrian-projects-17m-deficit-as-it-expects-to-lose-2000-international-students-12219308

St. Lawrence College is laying off 28 full-time faculty members. These layoffs will affect all three of its campuses. The college president stated program suspensions and restructuring caused the cuts. The faculty union, OPSEU Local 417, links the layoffs to a planned merger. The union also filed an unfair labor practice and advocates for increased provincial funding.

https://www.standard-freeholder.com/news/st-lawrence-college-faculty-layoffs

Behaviour Interactive recently laid off approximately 40 employees. Rumors circulated online regarding the reasons for these layoffs. Allegations suggested the layoffs were due to unionization efforts or opposition to AI. Behaviour Interactive denied these claims, stating they were unrelated. The company explained the cuts stemmed from decreased demand for mobile and casual game development.

Montreal, QC

https://wnhub.io/news/hr/item-50700

Hershey has reportedly reduced its workforce for a second time in April 2026. The exact number of affected jobs remains unclear. Impacted non-unionized staff in Canada are seeking legal advice regarding their rights. Severance pay for these employees is determined by common law, not just internal policy. Workers are advised not to sign any severance offers immediately and to seek legal counsel.

https://stlawyers.ca/blog-news/hershey-layoffs-severance-pay/