Amazon announced the closure of all its warehouse and logistics operations in Quebec, laying off 1,700 employees. This decision contrasts sharply with Amazon's prior investments in the province, where it had opened several facilities over the past two years. The closures reflect a shift in Amazon's operational strategy, reverting to its pre-2020 model involving neighboring provinces. The context of the closures includes recent unionization efforts at Amazon's facility in Laval, which the company has actively contested following a tribunal ruling supporting the union's certification.
Amazon's closure of its Quebec operations and subsequent layoffs of 1,700 employees mark a significant shift in its logistics strategy in response to unionization efforts.
The decision to shut down operations comes despite Amazon's previous investment in Quebec's logistics, opening multiple facilities in recent years.
While Amazon claims the closures are to enhance service and savings for customers, the unionization victory raises questions about the influence of labor movements on corporate decisions.
The tribunal's ruling against Amazon regarding union certification highlights the ongoing tensions between the company and its workforce in Canada.
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