Is Amazon laying off employees in Canada?
Has Amazon conducted layoffs in Canada recently?
Yes — Amazon has had 2 confirmed layoff events in Canada in the past 12 months, affecting approximately 34,500 employees.
How many employees has Amazon laid off in Canada?
Based on confirmed records, Amazon has laid off approximately 34,500 employees in the past 12 months, 4,500 employees across all 2 recorded events.
View full event timeline →Where are Amazon layoffs happening in Canada?
Confirmed layoff events have affected employees in: Quebec, plus Canada-wide events.
What should I do if I was laid off by Amazon?
If you have been affected by a layoff at Amazon in Canada, you may be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) if you worked enough insurable hours. You may also be entitled to severance pay depending on your province and length of service. Use the EI Calculator to estimate your benefits, or read the Ontario Severance Pay Guide to understand what you're owed.
Data sourced from media reports, government filings, WARA notices, and public company disclosures. Headcount figures are estimates where exact numbers are unavailable. Learn how we collect data.