just got laid off... Guess it's starting in Toronto too !

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That's rough. Hope you find a better opportunity soon..

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Chin up. You’ll find something else

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I know WealthSimple laid off around 150 from the Toronto office as well. I haven't heard much from Waterloo region yet but I am sure it's coming.

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Oh nooo - here's hoping something way better is in store!

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Oh no, what org and what was your rokem of you share a profile my comp is hiring pretty wgressovly

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