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George Brown College Layoffs 2026 — 82 Jobs Cut in Ontario, Canada

82
employees affected
Media Report

George Brown Polytechnic is cutting jobs in a latest round of layoffs following the elimination of 51 roles in March 2026. The college cited financial pressures from changes to international student policies introduced by IRCC beginning in 2024 as the primary driver of the workforce reductions.

Announced Date
April 14, 2026
Province
Ontario
City
Toronto
Industry
Education
Laid Off
82
Organization Type
government_provincial
Source
News Media
Organization
George Brown College

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