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Employment Law January 12th, 2024

BenchSci Layoffs: 17% of staff axed, investing in generative AI

By Lior Samfiru

Several employees shared on social media that they had been let go by the Toronto-based startup.

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Employment Law January 12th, 2024

BenchSci: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at BenchSci? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Indigo cuts jobs to start 2024, part of strategic plan

By Lior Samfiru

An Indigo spokesperson said the workforce reduction is "the right decision for our company and all those we serve."…

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Indigo: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or fired by Indigo? Understand your rights to severance in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Discord Layoffs: 17% of staff being cut to ‘bring more agility’

By Lior Samfiru

The company said the reduction will put it in the "best position" to continue building a strong and profitable business.

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Discord: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Discord? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Thales Canada: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or fired by Thales Canada? Understand your rights to severance in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Starting a new job and employee rights: Employment Lawyer on CTV News

By Alex C. Lucifero

Employment lawyer Alex Lucifero joins CTV News Ottawa to discuss the important rights employees should be aware of as they begin a…

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Employment Law January 11th, 2024

Dehumidified Air Solutions in Ottawa closing, laying off 80: Reports

By Sephton A. Leibbrandt

Rights for the more than 80 employees who have allegedly lost their job as the indoor pool HVAC provider moves its operations…

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