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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.

Announced Date
May 1, 2026
Province
Canada-wide
Industry
Technology
Laid Off
~4,000(Planned or forecast layoffs)
Organization Type
public
Source
News Media
Organization
Cognizant

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Cognizant Planning to Cut Jobs in 2026, Part of "Project Leap" Restructuring

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP·May 1, 2026