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Amazon Closes Quebec Warehouses, Threatening 2,000 Jobs

1/28/2025

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Amazon's decision to shut down seven warehouses in Quebec has sent shockwaves through the community, putting nearly 2,000 jobs at risk. This drastic move comes on the heels of unionization efforts at a Laval facility, raising concerns of an anti-union campaign. Critics fear Amazon is sidestepping negotiations, potentially facing legal repercussions for retaliating against workers seeking representation.

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Amazon's decision to shut down seven warehouses in Quebec has sent shockwaves through the community, putting nearly 2,000 jobs at risk. This drastic move comes on the heels of unionization efforts at a Laval facility, raising concerns of an anti-union campaign. Critics fear Amazon is sidestepping negotiations, potentially facing legal repercussions for retaliating against workers seeking representation.