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Employment Law February 23rd, 2024

Lynx Air obtains creditor protection, ceasing operations on Feb. 26

By Lior Samfiru

The Calgary-based airline said the challenges facing its business have become "too significant to overcome."…

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Employment Law February 22nd, 2024

BuzzFeed laying off 16% of staff, selling Complex for $108M

By Lior Samfiru

CEO Jonah Peretti said the job cuts will help the digital media company become "more agile, sustainable, and profitable."…

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Employment Law February 22nd, 2024

BuzzFeed: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

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

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An aisle in a big box store featuring an assortment of items and home decor. Walmart employees are entitled to full severance when they lose their job.
Employment Law February 22nd, 2024

Walmart Canada layoffs amid corporate restructuring, shift to Spark: Reports

By Lior Samfiru

Walmart Canada is reportedly restructuring, a move that impacts multiple roles including the retailer's home delivery drivers.

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Employment Law February 20th, 2024

Loblaw to create 7,500 jobs in Canada, part of $2B investment plan

By Lior Samfiru

The parent company of Loblaws and Shoppers Drug Mart plans to build more than 40 new stores and renovate hundreds of locations.

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Employment Law February 19th, 2024

FYidoctors: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law February 18th, 2024

L3Harris Technologies: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or fired by L3Harris? Understand your rights to severance in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Employment Law February 18th, 2024

GDI Integrated Facility Services Severance Pay: Your Rights Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off by GDI? Discover your rights in Canada, how severance pay is calculated, and steps to take after job loss.

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Employment Law February 16th, 2024

Nike laying off more than 1,500 workers to ‘reignite’ growth

By Lior Samfiru

The sportswear giant said the job cuts won't affect warehouse staff or retail employees at its stores.

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