General Motors has reached a tentative agreement with Canadian auto union Unifor. The deal includes wage increases and bonuses for workers. It also addresses job security for employees at the CAMI Assembly plant. Union members are voting on the... — read more 

New U.S. tariffs have devastated Nova Scotia's pine export market, leading to immediate layoffs in the forestry sector. Approximately 60 to 80 percent of the province's pine products, valued at $25 million, are now subject to a 50 percent tariff... — read more 

Several prominent Canadian radio stations have recently ceased operations, impacting local sports and news coverage. This trend is attributed to declining advertising revenue and evolving audience habits, forcing media companies to re-evaluate their... — read more 

The head of the Aluminium Association of Canada stated that the industry is not experiencing any layoffs. Jean Simard, the CEO, made these remarks in response to recent tariff impacts. He emphasized that the sector is not facing workforce reductions... — read more 

Corus Entertainment has implemented another round of layoffs, impacting employees at its Toronto radio station News 640, Global National, and Global BC. The company stated these changes are necessary to adapt to evolving business needs and ensure... — read more 

Ontario hospitals are experiencing severe financial strain due to provincial underfunding, leading to staff shortages and reduced care quality. A report highlights that Ontario funds its hospitals at the lowest per capita rate in Canada. This deficit... — read more 

Hinterland has confirmed workforce reductions following the postponement of its upcoming game. These layoffs are a direct result of the studio's need to manage its financial resources. The decision highlights the precarious nature of game development... — read more 

Ubisoft Toronto has recently reduced its staff by 40 employees. This action is part of a broader cost-reduction strategy by the parent company, Ubisoft. The layoffs are occurring amidst significant economic pressures within the gaming sector... — read more 

A union representing 281 workers at Extendicare Countryside is criticizing management for recent issues. They argue that corporate layoffs and cuts, not isolated problems, led to a provincial order to stop new admissions. Workers have voiced concerns... — read more 

Live Nation and Veeps have laid off nearly all employees at several influential music publications. These publications, including BrooklynVegan, Alternative Press, Revolver, and Goldmine, were vital to underground music culture. Experts note that... — read more 

The Nova Scotia government is consolidating employment support services for income assistance recipients. This change will move approximately 1,100 individuals to the Nova Scotia Works network. An existing income assistance-specific employment... — read more 

The Upper Grand District School Board is reducing its custodial and maintenance workforce by 21 positions. This reduction includes laying off 12 caretakers and not filling nine vacant roles. The board states these changes reflect necessary... — read more 

Rogers Sports & Media has laid off over 20 employees. The cuts impact Omni Television and Citytv. These reductions are part of a larger workforce reduction plan. The company is continuing its restructuring efforts. This news affects Canadian media... — read more 

HF Sinclair will cease base oil refining at its Mississauga facility by 2027. This marks the end of over 80 years of local base oil production at the site. The company will continue lubricant blending, packaging, and R&D operations. Base oils are... — read more 

Canada has introduced a new online portal for workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. This Employment Insurance program offers financial support to individuals facing unemployment due to circumstances like mass layoffs... — read more 

Rogers Sports & Media recently laid off 230 news media workers across six radio stations nationwide. This action followed the company's significant investment in Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment. Union representatives criticized these decisions as... — read more 

Corus Entertainment is consolidating its Global News Morning programs in Prairie and Eastern markets. This change follows recent workforce reductions within the company. A single regional edition will replace existing local morning shows. The... — read more 

The University of Windsor is temporarily halting operations at its Cross-Border Institute. This decision comes as the new Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opens, connecting Windsor and Detroit. Union representatives expressed dismay at the... — read more 

WestJet flight attendants have voted with near-unanimous support to authorize a strike. This strong mandate reflects a deep-seated frustration with the airline's compensation model. The core issue revolves around unpaid work performed before and... — read more 

Lumber producer Interfor is shifting its corporate support functions from British Columbia to Peachtree City, Georgia. This move aims to align corporate operations with the majority of its business, which is located in the US South and Northwest... — read more 

Rogers Radio has recently implemented layoffs that have significantly affected hockey journalism. This news comes from The Hockey Writers, an NHL news outlet. The extent of these job cuts and their long-term implications for sports reporting remain... — read more 

The Canadian News Industry Peer Support program is organizing a confidential session for those affected by recent layoffs. This initiative, launched by the Canadian Association of Journalists, aims to provide media workers with coping mechanisms for... — read more 

Millions in federal and provincial funding will support workers impacted by recent layoffs at Algoma Steel. The Canada-Ontario Workforce Tariff Response program aims to upskill and retrain individuals for new career paths. This initiative includes... — read more 

A union representing Bethesda employees has filed a complaint alleging labor law violations in Montreal. Workers were reportedly promised employment through September during severance negotiations. However, termination letters were sent that week... — read more 

CWA Canada is criticizing Microsoft's recent layoffs at Bethesda Game Studios Montreal. Approximately a dozen union members were terminated in a brief video call, denied the opportunity to ask questions. These employees will receive pay for eight... — read more 

London Dr-gs has announced significant layoffs affecting approximately 80 employees across its chain. These reductions primarily impacted full-time and part-time supervisor roles at various store locations. The company cited the need to remain... — read more 

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... — read more 

Video game workers in Quebec have organized protests against significant layoffs. These job reductions are impacting the province's once-booming gaming sector. The industry is currently facing challenges with declining sales and profitability... — read more 

Corus Entertainment is implementing another round of job cuts impacting its news and radio divisions. The company stated these changes are intended to enhance efficiency and ensure long-term sustainability. Specific numbers of affected employees were... — read more 

Thomson Reuters is planning to reduce its workforce by up to 500 engineering positions. This move affects approximately 5.2% of its operations and technology unit employees. The company is increasing its use of artificial intelligence across its... — read more 

A new initiative in Sault Ste. Marie aims to support Indigenous individuals facing employment challenges. The Pathways Forward Initiative offers training and job placement services. It addresses workforce instability caused by layoffs and other... — read more 

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... — read more 

Rogers Sports & Media has closed six radio stations across Canada. This decision resulted in the layoff of 230 employees. The company cited declining advertising revenue and shifting audience habits as reasons for the closures. Rogers will continue... — read more 

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... — read more 

Former employees of Entourage Health are alleging that the company failed to provide legally mandated entitlements following approximately 53 layoffs. These workers claim they received only two weeks' pay, despite many having years of service. They... — read more 

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. ... — read more 

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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... — read more 

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... — read more 

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... — read more