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Amazon Closes Quebec Facilities Amid Union Retaliation Allegations

2/9/2025

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Amazon is closing seven facilities in Quebec, impacting around 4,500 workers, including subcontractors.
Union president Félix Trudeau alleges the closures are in retaliation for unionization efforts at the Laval warehouse.
Trudeau urges a boycott of Amazon until the company reopens facilities or compensates laid-off employees with a year’s salary and benefits.
Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante stated the city will halt orders from Amazon until further notice.

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Amazon is closing seven facilities in Quebec, impacting around 4,500 workers, including subcontractors.
Union president Félix Trudeau alleges the closures are in retaliation for unionization efforts at the Laval warehouse.
Trudeau urges a boycott of Amazon until the company reopens facilities or compensates laid-off employees with a year’s salary and benefits.
Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante stated the city will halt orders from Amazon until further notice.