Novelis announced workforce reductions affecting approximately 80 employees at its Kingston, Ontario, aluminum plant on September 18, 2026, according to Kingstonist, which confirmed the details with the company.
The reductions include 10 salaried employees who were terminated and approximately 70 hourly employees placed on temporary layoff.
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| Announcement date | September 18, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Kingston, Ontario |
| Salaried employees | 10 terminated |
| Hourly employees | Approximately 70 temporarily laid off |
| Total affected | Approximately 80 employees |
| Plant status | Continuing to operate at reduced production levels |
Novelis says it is reducing production and staffing because of the cost of U.S. Section 232 duties on Canadian aluminum imported into the United States.
In an email to Kingston Daily, Fiona Bell, head of communications for Novelis North America, confirmed the staffing breakdown and the company’s explanation.
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