People Inc. Layoffs 2026: Publisher Cuts 195 Jobs

People Inc. announced on October 29, 2026, that it’s laying off 195 employees, or approximately 6% of its workforce. The publisher behind People, Entertainment Weekly, Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure says most of the cuts affect its print and older website businesses.

The layoffs come just over a year after the company eliminated another 226 positions in October 2025.

People Inc., formerly known as Dotdash Meredith, hasn’t confirmed whether any Canadian employees are affected by the latest cuts.

Why Is People Inc. Cutting Jobs?

According to Adweek, CEO Neil Vogel informed employees about the layoffs in an October 29 memo.

Vogel said the media industry is changing quickly and that People Inc. needs to keep adapting. The company is reducing staff in its traditional print and website operations while investing in newer digital businesses.

The layoffs primarily affect employees at the company’s New York headquarters and remote workers. Other affected locations include Des Moines, Birmingham, Seattle, Los Angeles and Bangalore, India, according to the Des Moines Register.

People Inc. hasn’t said how many employees are losing their jobs at each location.

Despite the cuts, the company says it has hired 320 employees so far in 2026 and continues to recruit for new positions.

More Layoffs After 226 Jobs Were Cut In 2025

This is People Inc.’s second major round of layoffs in just over a year.

In October 2025, the company eliminated 226 positions, also representing approximately 6% of its workforce at the time.

The latest reductions bring the total number of positions eliminated across the two announced rounds to 421.

People Inc. owns several well-known publications, including Better Homes & Gardens, Allrecipes, Southern Living, InStyle and Parents.

Are Canadian People Inc. Employees Affected?

People Inc. hasn’t confirmed whether any Canadian employees have lost their jobs in the October 2026 layoffs. The locations identified in current reporting are outside Canada.

If you work for People Inc. in Ontario, Alberta or British Columbia and have been laid off, you may be entitled to substantial severance pay.

Non-unionized employees can be owed up to 24 months’ severance pay. The amount depends on their age, years of service, position, employment contract and ability to find similar work.

Your first offer may be much less than you’re entitled to. Salary, bonuses, benefits and other regular compensation may all affect what you’re owed.

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP helps non-unionized employees in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia understand their severance rights and negotiate better packages. Most severance matters are resolved without going to court.

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