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Employment Law June 29th, 2024

Ubisoft Toronto Layoffs: 33 employees fired in ‘targeted realignment’

By Lior Samfiru

Ubisoft is terminating 33 employees at its Toronto studio, as the video game maker continues to experience the industry-wide wave of layoffs.

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Employment Law June 28th, 2024

Gameloft Toronto Layoffs: Around 50 jobs cut, production activity slowed

By Lior Samfiru

Gameloft has laid off 49 employees at its Toronto studio as part of a "reduction in workforce" due to a slower video…

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COVID June 28th, 2024

Layoffs in Canada (2024)

By Lior Samfiru

A comprehensive list of all the notable layoffs that have happened at Canadian companies in 2024 due to downsizing or restructuring.

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Car components, possibly supplied by ABC Technologies, are seen in a factory.
Employment Law June 27th, 2024

ABC Technologies: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at ABC Technologies? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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A gast station is lit up against the dark night sky. Shell Canada employees are entitled to full severance pay when they lose their job.
Employment Law June 27th, 2024

Shell Canada announces Alberta carbon capture projects: Employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Shell Canada has announced its commitment to two major carbon capture and storage projects in Alberta, following recent setbacks.

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Employment Law June 26th, 2024

Rifco Layoffs: Over 200 jobs reportedly cut by Alberta auto loan company

By Lior Samfiru

Rifco, an Alberta company that provides vehicle financing, is reportedly laying off more than 200 employees.

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Employment Law June 25th, 2024

CDK cyberattack hits Canadian car dealerships: Employee rights

By Lior Samfiru

Software company CDK Global experienced consecutive cyberattacks, impacting auto dealerships, buyers, and employees across Canada.

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Employment Law June 20th, 2024

STEMCELL Technologies Layoffs: Number of jobs reportedly cut by biotech company

By Lior Samfiru

STEMCELL Technologies, a Canadian biotech company, is reportedly laying off a number of employees across the country.

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A number of glass flasks and graduated cylinders, potentially used by STEMCELL Technologies, sit on a table.
Employment Law June 20th, 2024

STEMCELL Technologies: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at STEMCELL Technologies? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance…

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