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Employment Law March 25th, 2025

Canadian businesses prefer job changes over cuts during U.S. trade war: Poll

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on the Toronto Region Board of Trade study and key resources for non-unionized workers in Canada.

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Employment Law March 24th, 2025

Hudson’s Bay liquidating all but 6 stores in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

The retailer's decision affects hundreds of jobs. Learn more about your rights in Canada and potential legal options.

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Employment Law March 24th, 2025

Rona cut dozens of jobs in March due to Canada-U.S. trade war: Reports

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law March 21st, 2025

Langara College cutting 200 instructors ahead of Fall 2025 semester

By Lior Samfiru

The modern languages department has been hit hard, with six faculty members informed that they're being let go.

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Employment Law March 21st, 2025

Langara College Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

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

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Employment Law March 21st, 2025

Georgian College cuts 45 staff as ‘systemic underfunding’ unmasked by enrolment cap

By Lior Samfiru

Georgian College cuts 45 staff as enrolment declines reveal a $45 million deep funding gap and financial strain.

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Employment Law March 21st, 2025

Amazon reportedly planning to slash 14,000 managerial jobs in 2025

By Lior Samfiru

The workforce reduction is expected to save the e-commerce giant between $2.1 billion and $3.6 billion annually.

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Employment Law March 20th, 2025

Seneca trims workforce in March, long-service staff affected

By Lior Samfiru

Our firm has been contacted by multiple employees at the Toronto-based college, including two staffers with 20 years of service.

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Employment Law March 20th, 2025

Seneca Polytechnic Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

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

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