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Employment Law April 4th, 2025

S&S Activewear slashing jobs in April, Canadians reportedly affected

By Lior Samfiru

Our experienced employment lawyers are following up with affected staff to better understand the situation.

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Employment Law April 4th, 2025

S&S Activewear Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at S&S Activewear? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law April 3rd, 2025

‘Tough choices’: Conestoga College cuts staff, axes faculty contracts amid enrolment collapse

By Lior Samfiru

Conestoga College reduces staff and faculty as enrolment plunges and federal caps hit international intake.

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Employment Law April 3rd, 2025

Trump slaps 25% duty on automobiles not made in the U.S.

By Lior Samfiru

In response to the latest trade action, Canada is placing counter-duties on American vehicles that aren't compliant with CUSMA.

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Employment Law April 3rd, 2025

George Brown College to trim workforce despite February buyouts

By Lior Samfiru

The next phase of the Toronto-based college's cost-cutting plan involves eliminating dozens of administrative roles.

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Employment Law April 3rd, 2025

George Brown College Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at George Brown College? Learn more about your severance rights in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law April 2nd, 2025

‘Liberation Day’ in the U.S.: How Canadian workers are affected

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on the latest trade action by U.S. President Donald Trump and key employment resources for Canadians.

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Employment Law April 1st, 2025

U.S. trade war could cost Canada 160K jobs in Q2 2025, report warns

By Lior Samfiru

The Conference Board of Canada is anticipating a "swift recovery" if recent U.S. duties are lifted in three months.

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Employment Law March 31st, 2025

Centennial College reportedly planning to cut 25% of staff in 2025

By Lior Samfiru

The update comes as the college is closing its East York campus and moving affected programs to its Scarborough location.

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