Retail

Newell Brands announced the elimination of 900 jobs and closure of Canadian Yankee Candle stores as part of restructuring efforts. The company stated there is more work to do in optimizing its operations.

Simons laid off multiple employees at its newly-opened Eaton Centre location in Toronto shortly before Black Friday, with workers dismissed just before the end of their probation period and minimal explanation provided. Former employees allege the manager exhibited passive-aggressive behavior and public reprimands, and criticized the timing of the layoffs during the busy holiday season when retail companies typically hire additional staff.

SRTX laid off 92 people (26% of its 350-person workforce) in Quebec, with 92 of the 140 employees temporarily cut in February now being permanently terminated. The layoffs are part of the company's cost-reduction efforts as it pursues profitability under new CEO Sophie Boulanger following a challenging period marked by tariff impacts and prior funding challenges.

Toronto-based Clutch laid off 148 staff members, representing approximately two-thirds of its workforce. The layoffs followed rapid expansion into western provinces as the company pulled back to refocus on its core business in Eastern Canada.

Canadian Tire trimmed its corporate workforce in July 2025 as part of a broader restructuring initiative. The specific number of employees affected and detailed restructuring plans were not available in the article title.