What’s going on at Meta?
Meta has scaled back the size of its Oculus Studios workforce, which is part of its Reality Labs division.
“Some teams within Oculus Studios are undergoing shifts in structure and roles that have impacted team size,” Tracy Clayton, a spokesperson for the tech giant, told The Verge in a statement.
“These changes are meant to help Oculus Studios work more efficiently on future mixed reality experiences for our growing audience, while still delivering great content for people today.”
Clayton refused to comment on the exact number of jobs cut and if other Meta teams are being trimmed.
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Impact on Canadian staff
Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is working to determine if any Canadian employees at Meta have been let go.
According to LinkedIn, the company has more than 1,100 workers in the country.
Next steps for Meta employees
If you’re fired or let go from Meta, understanding your legal rights is crucial.
Non-unionized employees in Canada’s tech industry are entitled to severance pay. The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.
WATCH: Employment lawyer Lior Samfiru delves into severance pay on an episode of the Employment Law Show.
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