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Employment Law June 17th, 2026

Rivian Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

Rivian is eliminating hundreds of jobs in June. Key details and resources for affected non-unionized staff in Canada.

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Employment Law June 17th, 2026

BlackRock Cutting Around 200 Jobs in June 2026, Multiple Teams Affected

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the firm's fourth reduction in 18 months and key resources for affected Canadian workers.

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Employment Law June 17th, 2026

BlackRock Layoffs 2026: News, Restructuring & Severance Pay in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

BlackRock is cutting jobs for the fourth time in 18 months. Key details and resources for affected Canadian staff.

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Disability/Personal Injury June 16th, 2026

Ex-Smokers, Beware: 2026 Study Finds Link Between Vaping & Lung Cancer

By Sivan Tumarkin

A closer look at the findings and comprehensive disability resources for Canadians who can't work due to cancer.

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Employment Law June 16th, 2026

Health Care, Manufacturing Scooping Up Talent Affected By Tech Layoffs

By Lior Samfiru

A closer look at iCIMS' June 2026 Workforce Report and next steps for Canadians who've received a job offer.

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Car Accidents June 16th, 2026

Toronto Police Report Concerning 28% Increase in Traffic Fatalities in 2026

By Sivan Tumarkin

A closer look at the findings from January to June, and next steps for Torontonians injured in a car accident.

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Employment Law June 16th, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Rights for Employees in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

Where FIFA World Cup 2026 matches are taking place in Canada and key legal resources for non-unionized workers.

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Car Accidents June 16th, 2026

3 Hospitalized Following 6-Vehicle Toronto Crash Near Four Oaks Gate Park

By Sivan Tumarkin

Investigators are asking anyone with information on the incident in East York, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Employment Law June 15th, 2026

Bell Canada Parent Cuts Nearly 700 Jobs in 2026, Non-Union Staff Mostly Affected

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the workforce reduction and key severance resources for affected non-unionized employees.

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