7-Eleven
Parent company Seven and i Holdings has disclosed plans to close 645 North American 7-Eleven locations during its fiscal year 2026 (March 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027), representing a net reduction of roughly 440 stores after planned openings. Canadian locations may be among those affected, though specific sites have not yet been named. This guide covers what is publicly known, what remains unclear, and the practical steps you may want to consider if your store is closing or your role is at risk.
Updated Apr 16, 2026
ConfirmedAmazon
Amazon confirmed the elimination of approximately 16,000 corporate roles on January 28, 2026, in a round internally referred to as Project Dawn. The cuts follow a prior round of roughly 14,000 eliminations in October 2025, bringing total corporate reductions since late 2025 to nearly 30,000. This guide covers what happened, who is affected, your rights, severance, and the exact steps to take right now.
Updated Apr 11, 2026
ConfirmedDSV Contract Logistics
DSV Contract Logistics is closing its distribution facility at 101 Mars Road in Wilmer, Texas, and cutting approximately 391 jobs after losing a customer contract. A WARN notice filed with the Texas Workforce Commission confirms separations are expected to begin around April 30, 2026, or within two weeks of that date. This guide covers what is known, your likely rights under the federal WARN Act, and practical steps to take in the days ahead - though your individual situation may differ and you should verify all details with qualified advisors.
Updated Apr 12, 2026
OngoingGeorge Brown Polytechnic (George Brown College)
George Brown Polytechnic (formerly George Brown College) has initiated at least two rounds of mass terminations in spring 2026, with a Form 1 notice filed with the Ontario Ministry of Labour on March 4 covering 51 positions, followed by a second notice in mid-April covering an additional 82 workers. This guide covers what is publicly known, what your rights may be under Ontario law, what union members should consider, and the practical steps employees typically take in the first 72 hours after receiving notice. All figures are approximate and sourced from media reports and government filings; your individual situation may differ.
Updated Apr 14, 2026
OngoingMeta
Meta has been conducting multiple rounds of layoffs throughout 2026, with confirmed cuts totaling roughly 900 or more employees so far and California WARN Act filings signaling an additional ~200 Bay Area jobs ending in late May. A larger reduction of up to 20% of the workforce (~15,000 employees) has been reported by Reuters but remains unconfirmed by Meta. This guide covers what is confirmed, what is still unclear, and the exact steps to take if you have been - or expect to be - affected.
Updated Apr 11, 2026
ConfirmedNokia
Reports from late March 2026 suggest Nokia is planning to cut up to approximately 14,000 roles globally - around 20% of its roughly 74,000-strong workforce - as part of a major restructuring unveiled at its Capital Markets Day in November 2025. India, where Nokia reportedly employs more than 17,000 people, is expected to be among the most affected regions, though exact country-level figures have not been officially confirmed. This guide covers what is currently known, what your rights may be, and practical steps you can consider taking now.
Updated Apr 12, 2026
OngoingOntario Settlement Agencies
Federal funding cuts to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada are forcing dozens of Ontario settlement agencies to reduce staff, cut programs, and in some cases shut down services entirely. A sector-wide survey found that 68 percent of GTA newcomer agencies anticipate layoffs by 2028, with a collective loss of roughly 310 jobs already projected. This guide covers your employment rights, severance entitlements, and practical next steps if you work at - or rely on - an affected Ontario settlement agency.
Updated Apr 10, 2026
ConfirmedSaskatchewan Polytechnic
On April 15, 2026, Saskatchewan Polytechnic confirmed a further 30 layoff notices as part of its annual operational review, bringing the total number of staff cut since July 2025 to approximately 154, according to CBC News. This guide covers what is publicly known about who may be affected, what rights Saskatchewan employees may typically have, and practical steps you can consider taking in the days after receiving a notice. Outcomes and entitlements will vary depending on your role, union status, length of service, and individual circumstances, so treat everything here as a starting point rather than a final answer.
Updated Apr 17, 2026
ConfirmedSodexo
Sodexo has filed WARN Act notices indicating that approximately 296 food service workers at four HCA Healthcare hospital locations in Harris County, Texas, may be laid off effective June 13, 2026. The layoffs appear to be tied to possible changes in hospital food service contracts, though neither Sodexo nor HCA Healthcare has publicly commented on the specific reason. This guide covers what is currently known, your likely rights under Texas and federal law, and practical steps you may want to take before your last day.
Updated Apr 10, 2026
ConfirmedThe Ottawa Hospital
The Ottawa Hospital announced on April 9, 2026 that it plans to reduce its workforce by approximately 3%, which reportedly equates to around 400 positions across management, non-union, support, executive, nursing, and other health-care roles. The hospital has stated it will work with unions and attempt to limit involuntary departures through vacancy management and early-retirement options, though specific timelines and final position counts had not been publicly confirmed as of this writing. This guide covers what is currently known, your likely rights as an Ontario health-care worker, and cautious next steps you can consider taking right now.
Updated Apr 10, 2026
ConfirmedUKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) is reportedly eliminating approximately 950 positions globally as part of what the company calls its 'ongoing transformation,' representing roughly 6 percent of its workforce. Layoff notifications were sent to employees on April 15, 2026, with impacts confirmed across the United States (including South Florida and California), Canada, and following an earlier closure of the company's Uruguay operations in late 2025. This guide covers what is publicly known, what steps affected employees may want to consider, and what rights may apply depending on your region - though individual circumstances will vary.
Updated Apr 17, 2026
ConfirmedWalt Disney Company
On April 14, 2026, newly appointed CEO Josh D'Amaro confirmed that Walt Disney Company is eliminating approximately 1,000 roles across marketing, studio, TV, ESPN, product and technology, and corporate functions. The cuts are primarily linked to the consolidation of Disney's enterprise marketing division under Chief Marketing and Brand Officer Asad Ayaz, announced in January 2026. This guide covers what is publicly known, what your likely rights may be, and the practical steps you may want to consider taking right now - though your individual situation may differ significantly from the general patterns described here.
Updated Apr 16, 2026
