Loblaw reduces 80 registered dietitian roles amid 2023 summer cuts: Reports

Loblaw has recently laid off as many as 80 registered dietitians who worked full-time, part-time or on contract, employment law firm Samfiru Tumarkin LLP has learned.

The company’s dietitians provide information and guidance on customers’ nutrition and health goals, often through a phone call or virtually through a device like a smartphone or computer. The program is offered through Shoppers Drug Mart.

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

Next steps for Loblaw employees

If you’re fired or let go at Loblaw, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada’s food industry are entitled to severance pay based on a variety of factors, including their role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Use our firm’s free Severance Pay Calculator to better understand your entitlements.
• Deadlines: You generally have up to two years from the date of your termination to review and negotiate severance offers.
• Action steps: Consult an employment lawyer at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP to ensure your severance package is fair and aligns with Canadian employment laws.

Major layoffs continue

Reports of job cuts at Loblaw come amid a flurry of layoffs in 2023.

Several major North American companies, including BMO, Ritual, Goldman Sachs, Suncor Energy, Meta, LinkedIn, and Hudson’s Bay, are significantly scaling back their staffing levels as they continue to navigate challenging economic conditions.

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Lost your job? Contact us

If you’re fired or let go at Loblaw for any reason, the experienced employment law team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP can help.

Our lawyers in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia have helped tens of thousands of non-unionized individuals resolve their workplace issues.

Call us today at 1-855-821-5900 or request a consultation online.