Cognizant Layoffs 2026 — 4,000 Jobs Cut in Canada
~4,000
employees affected
Media Report
Cognizant is planning to eliminate upwards of 4,000 jobs globally in 2026 as part of its $320-million "Project Leap" restructuring plan. The IT services and consulting company is setting aside approximately $270 million for employee-related costs, including severance pay.
Key Facts
All Technology layoffs →- Announced Date
- May 1, 2026
- Province
- Canada-wide
- Industry
- Technology
- Laid Off
- ~4,000(Planned or forecast layoffs)
- Organization Type
- public
- Source
- News Media
Company Info
All Cognizant layoffs →- Organization
- Cognizant
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