Burgundy Diamond Mines Layoffs 2025 — 300 Jobs Cut in Northwest Territories, Canada
300
employees affected
Media Report
More than 300 workers were laid off from the Ekati diamond mine in Canada's Northwest Territories in July 2025 as owner Burgundy halted open-pit operations due to global demand slump and US tariffs. The company has also delayed severance payments to affected workers due to financial constraints and cash flow problems.
Key Facts
- Announced Date
- July 1, 2025
- Province
- Northwest Territories
- Industry
- Energy
- Laid Off
- 300
- Percentage
- 24%
- Company Type
- private
- Source
- News Media
Company Info
- English Name
- Burgundy Diamond Mines
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