Rogers–Shaw: What Employees Need to Know About the Merger, Job Cuts, and Their Rights

The Rogers–Shaw merger continues to receive high interest across Canada — and for good reason. Since Rogers officially completed its $26-billion acquisition of Shaw on April 3, 2023, thousands of employees across both companies have been affected by restructuring, role changes, and layoffs.

If you work for Rogers or Shaw (or one of their subsidiaries), here’s a simple breakdown of who owns Shaw now, when the deal closed, and what the merger means for job security and severance pay.

Is Shaw Owned by Rogers?

Yes. Rogers owns Shaw.

The purchase became official on April 3, 2023, after lengthy regulatory reviews by the Competition Bureau, Competition Tribunal, and federal cabinet (Official Release). The deal created one of the largest telecom networks in Canada, combining wireline, wireless, cable, and internet services across the country.

When Did Rogers Buy Shaw?

Rogers closed the deal on:

• April 3, 2023 – merger completed
• March 31, 2023 – final approval from Industry Minister
• March 2023 – Competition Tribunal decision upheld
• 2021–2023 – regulatory reviews and conditions

Since the merger closed in 2023, Rogers has been consolidating operations, which has impacted employee roles across Canada.

Job Cuts: What We Know

While not every restructuring decision is public, multiple reports since 2023 confirm that:

• Rogers began reducing duplicate roles across departments after the merger.
• Teams in engineering, customer service, corporate functions, and support roles have seen changes.
• Some cuts have been tied to the integration of Shaw’s operations, technology, and workforce into Rogers’ national systems.

If you’ve experienced job loss connected to the Shaw–Rogers merger, you may be entitled to significantly more severance than what the company offers initially.

Do Employees Get Severance Pay?

Yes — and many employees don’t realize how much they may be owed. Severance packages can be up to 24 months’ pay.

• See Also: Layoffs in Canada: Which Employers are Slashing Staff?

What If Rogers or Shaw Changes Your Job After the Merger?

Many workers are facing changes such as:

• New responsibilities
• Different reporting structures
• Reduced hours or pay
• Transfers or relocations
• Job title changes
• Pressure to accept a new contract

Significant changes to your role may amount to constructive dismissal, giving you the right to severance.

Key Takeaways for Rogers and Shaw Employees

1. Yes — Rogers now owns Shaw.
2. The merger officially closed on April 3, 2023.
3. Job cuts have occurred, and more restructuring is possible.
4. Employees may be entitled to much more severance than offered.
5. Major job changes after the merger may qualify as constructive dismissal.

Speak to an Employment Lawyer if You Work at Rogers or Shaw

If you lost your job, were offered a severance package, or are experiencing changes to your role following the Rogers–Shaw merger, you have strong rights in Canada.

Our team of employment lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP has helped tens of thousands of non-unionized employees secure the compensation they deserve when facing restructuring and job loss.