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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Starbucks Slashing 900 Jobs, Planning to Close Underperforming Stores in Canada - Samfiru Tumarkin LLP

What’s Happening at Starbucks?

Starbucks is eliminating approximately 900 non-retail employees as part of a restructuring.

In addition to the workforce reduction, the coffee giant is planning to close underperforming stores in Canada and the United States.

“Each year, we open and close coffeehouses for a variety of reasons, from financial performance to lease expirations,” CEO Brian Niccol said in a letter to staff.

“This is a more significant action that we understand will impact partners and customers. Our coffeehouses are centres of the community, and closing any location is difficult.”

Starbucks will reportedly share the stores that it plans to close in the coming days.

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Next Steps for Starbucks Staff

If you’re fired or let go from Starbucks, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada are entitled to severance pay. This includes individuals working full-time, part-time, or hourly in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia (BC).

The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

WATCH: Everything Non-Unionized Employees Need to Know About Severance Pay

Key Severance Facts:

  • Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Use our firm’s...


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