Nike Trimming Corporate Workforce in September, Part of “Realignment”

What’s Happening at Nike?

Nike is eliminating less than 1% of its corporate workforce as part of a “realignment.”

“The moves we’re making are about setting ourselves up to win and create the next great chapter for Nike,” the sportswear giant told CNBC.

“This new formation is built to put sport and sport culture back at the centre, to connect more deeply with the athlete and the consumer, and to give us the space to create what only Nike can.”

Nike claims that affected staff will be notified by Sept. 8. Corporate employees in Canada and the US have been ordered to work remotely next week to “make space for these conversations.”

According to LinkedIn, the company currently employs more than 1,700 people in the country.

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Next Steps for Nike Employees

If you’re fired or let go from Nike, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada are entitled to severance pay. This includes individuals working full-time, part-time, or hourly in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia (BC).

The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

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Key Severance Facts:

• Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Use our firm’s free Severance Pay Calculator to better understand your entitlements.
• Deadlines: You generally have up to 2 years from the date of your termination to review and negotiate severance offers.
• Action steps: Consult an employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP to ensure your severance package is fair and aligns with Canadian employment laws.

Lost Your Job at Nike? Contact Us

If you’ve lost your job at Nike for any reason, the experienced employment law team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is here for you.

Our lawyers in Ontario, Alberta, and BC have helped tens of thousands of non-unionized individuals resolve their workplace issues.

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Disclaimer: The materials above are provided as general information about the rights of non-unionized employees in Canada. It is not specific to any one company and SHOULD NOT be read as suggesting any improper conduct on the part of any specific employer, or a relationship between Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and a specific employer.