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University Canada West Layoffs 2026 — 240 Jobs Cut in British Columbia, Canada

240
employees affected
Media Report

University Canada West laid off 240 of its more than 800 staff and faculty members at its downtown Vancouver campuses in a sweeping restructuring. The layoffs are attributed to government-imposed caps on international student enrolment, which have significantly impacted student recruitment at the private for-profit institution.

Announced Date
April 17, 2026
Effective Date
April 8, 2026
Province
British Columbia
City
Vancouver
Industry
Education
Laid Off
240
Organization Type
private
Source
News Media
Organization
University Canada West

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University Canada West lays off 240 staff and faculty, citing crippling international student enrolment caps

Vancouver Sun·Apr 17, 2026

University Canada West lays off 240 staff and faculty, citing crippling international student enrolment caps

MSN·Apr 18, 2026