#canada

1. EMTECh(R)
2. Canadian assets (upstream and downstream)
3. Fawley
4. Nigeria

I told my supervisor that I would move to Edmonton but it was just a way to buy myself some more time. Many others did the same. There is going to be a very large number of us who do not make the move that the company thinks are going to.

Sorry to hear that the Houston accounting has been gutted. It is starting to feel their goal is to eliminate all US positions possible, and have everything in Canada. Who is next?

I don't know what he was thinking

Is there future in Canadian Heavy Oil and Imperial?

Is Venezuela more appealing?

A (now former) colleague of mine was featured in promotional LinkedIn post celebrating how great they are. Same person was laid off the very next day in the name of the Canada Transformation. You can't make it up.

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 service will be phased out as part of this modernization effort. The government stated the goal is to streamline access and reduce service duplication. This transition will result in the layoff of up to 85 provincial positions.

Halifax, Nova Scotia

https://www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/nova-scotia/article/ns-shifts-employment-support-for-income-assistance-recipients-resulting-in-layoffs/

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 adjustments due to decreased enrollment. Union representatives have expressed dissatisfaction with the decision, arguing it will negatively impact school cleanliness. The board maintains its commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Guelph, Ontario

https://www.wellingtonadvertiser.com/upper-grand-district-school-board-moves-ahead-with-layoffs/

In the US (for ExxonMobil), the PIL option seems to be three months.
Is it the same for Imperial (Canada) or do they have to offer more, especially if you have 20 or 30 years service?

What the severance looks like in Canada? Can anyone share details ?

Anyone hear anything about Dell Canada layoffs?
Heard rumours for Friday, we’ve had like no layoffs so far, at least in sales.

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 essential for engine oils and industrial lubricants. The transition is part of a broader business restructuring.

Mississauga, Ontario

https://www.insauga.com/canadas-largest-base-oil-producer-to-end-refining-after-80-years-in-mississauga/

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. Eligible applicants can receive a maximum weekly benefit of $729. Applications must be submitted within four weeks of the last working day. Required documents include Social Insurance Number, banking details, and employment history.

Ottawa, Ontario

https://www.legit.ng/people/1722818-canada-announces-weekly-payment-people-lose-jobs-posts-amount/

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 timing, calling the move ironic. They argue that research on cross-border issues is more critical than ever with the bridge's launch. The university states the pause is intended to strengthen the institute's future capacity.

Windsor

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/uwindsor-cuts-crossborder-9.7282986

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 industry instability. The session will address the emotional impact of job loss and career uncertainty. It will be led by a former executive producer who experienced layoffs. Trained peer supporters will also be present to facilitate the discussion.

https://broadcastdialogue.com/caj-hosting-peer-support-session-for-those-impacted-by-recent-layoffs/

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