Microsoft Planning to Trim Xbox, Sales & Other Teams in July 2026
What’s Happening at Microsoft?
Microsoft is reportedly preparing to eliminate more than 2% of its workforce in July 2026 — affecting staff in sales, consulting, and its Xbox gaming division.
At this time, reports are mixed about the size and scope of the tech giant’s latest restructuring. However, Xbox informed employees last month that it’s looking to conduct a major “reset.”
Impact on Canadian Staff
It remains unclear if any Canadian employees at Microsoft are affected by the latest restructuring.
According to LinkedIn, the company currently has more than 5,400 workers in the country.
Sources
Multiple news outlets, including Reuters, Bloomberg, and Business Insider, are tracking the latest developments on Microsoft’s planned restructuring.
More Microsoft Layoff Coverage
For a full overview of layoffs at Microsoft and the rights that non-unionized employees in Canada have in this situation, see our Microsoft Layoffs & Severance Guide.
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