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Marriott Layoffs: 480 employees lose job amid Ontario call centre closure
Marriott International has announced the closure of its call centre in St. Thomas, Ontario, resulting in the elimination of hundreds of jobs.
Marriott: Severance Packages
Laid off or lost your job at Marriott? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.
What Employees on a Temporary Layoff in BC Should Know: CKNW
What are the rules of a temporary layoff and what should an employee on layoff do if they have gone past the…
Canada’s Supreme Court votes against Uber appeal in Class Action Lawsuit
Lior Samfiru joins Global News Radio 640 Toronto to discuss the Supreme Court of Canada's ruling against appeal in class action lawsuit.
Supreme Court backs Uber drivers in decision on $400M class action lawsuit
Partner Lior Samfiru spoke to CBC News about the Supreme Court's historic decision in the firm's $400M class action against Uber.
Supreme Court rules in favour of Uber driver in lawsuit
Partner Lior Samfiru shared his reaction to the Supreme Court's finding against Uber in his $400M class action lawsuit with Financial Post.
Supreme Court Rules Against Uber in $400M Class Action, Delivers Historic Win for Employees
The Supreme Court of Canada issued a historical decision regarding our class action lawsuit against Uber.
Aurora Cannabis lays off 700 employees, permanently closes five facilities
Aurora Cannabis announced that it is slashing its workforce and closing multiple facilities in an effort to realign its operations.
WestJet pandemic reorganization results in 3,333 layoffs
The international airline is laying off workers, restructuring management, consolidating its call centre and contracting out services.