Unifor has confirmed that 45 of its members at Global News have been subjected to layoffs.
According to the union, the cuts have impacted members in B.C. and Alberta, with one member in the Eastern bargaining unit. Of the 46 jobs impacted, 26 are journalists.
“The most recent Global News layoffs are a devastating blow to local news across the country and to our democracy,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne, in a statement. “We will support our members through this difficult and uncertain time.”
A source to Broadcast Dialogue said the main teams hit at Global BC, included those working in online, as well as techs and part-time editors.
More to come.
