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Employment Law March 10th, 2025

‘Next phase of growth’: RBC trims workforce to kick off March

By Lior Samfiru

The latest round of job cuts at the bank reportedly affected a variety of departments, including technology and operations.

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Employment Law March 10th, 2025

RBC Layoffs 2025: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Royal Bank of Canada? Learn more about your rights to severance and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Employee rights during a trade war: Lior Samfiru on Newstalk 580 CFRA

By Lior Samfiru

Lior Samfiru joined Newstalk 580 CFRA's Bill Carroll to discuss employee rights and options for employers amidst the threat of tariffs.

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Trump to proceed with reciprocal duties on Canadian lumber, dairy

By Lior Samfiru

The president said his administration might implement the duties on March 7 or "we’ll wait until Monday or Tuesday."…

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Canadian Tire closing 17 Atmosphere stores, part of ‘True North’ plan

By Lior Samfiru

CEO Greg Hicks said the Toronto-based retailer will harness "our banners and loyalty system to elevate our scale."…

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Employment Law March 7th, 2025

Canadian Tire Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Canadian Tire? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law March 6th, 2025

HPE slashing 2,500 jobs, part of 18-month cost-cutting program

By Lior Samfiru

Insights on HPE's cost-cutting program and the rights non-unionized employees in Canada have if they're let go.

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Employment Law March 6th, 2025

HPE Layoffs: Your Rights and Severance Pay Explained

By Lior Samfiru

Lost your job at Hewlett Packard Enterprise? Understand your severance rights in Canada and next steps after termination.

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Employment Law March 6th, 2025

Trump delaying duties on USMCA-compliant goods until April

By Lior Samfiru

The update comes after the U.S. granted automakers, including General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, a one-month reprieve.

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