Vancouver’s General Fusion Merging with SVAC in 2026: Employee Rights
What’s Happening at General Fusion?
General Fusion is merging with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III (SVAC) — in a deal that will see the Vancouver-based nuclear energy startup go public on the Nasdaq.
“Demand for energy is skyrocketing, and the power sources available to us today aren’t up to the task. We strongly believe fusion is going to play a key role in our future,” Chris Sorrells, chairman and CEO of SVAC, said in a joint news release.
“When we looked at the players in the space, General Fusion was an easy choice for us, because we believe this company has both the technology in LM26 and the team that’s needed to reach commercialization and bring the world’s energy grids into the future.”
General Fusion expects the merger to close by mid-2026.
How the Merger Could Affect Canadian Staff
When companies merge, it’s not uncommon for the “new entity” to cut jobs that overlap with existing operations, or are no longer necessary.
Our resources for British Columbia (BC), Alberta, or Ontario break down everything that non-unionized employees need to know following a merger or sale. You can also use our free Pocket Employment Lawyer to get real-time insights.
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Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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