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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

45
employees affected
Media Report

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is laying off unionized staff and cutting costs due to a sharp drop in international student enrolment, aiming to save $5 million—about 40–45 full-time positions—through staff reductions, frozen overtime, and unfilled vacancies.

Key Facts

Announced Date
March 4, 2026
Province
British Columbia
City
Surrey
Industry
Education
Laid Off
45
Company Type
government
Source
News Media

Company Info

English Name
Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Raw Data (1 source article)

Kwantlen Polytechnic University to announce more layoffs this week, as international student numbers keep dropping

Vancouver Sun·Mar 4, 2026