I reposted tis as a topic on its own, cause its worth reading: I had 36 years at Consumers Gas/Enbridge. The employees in my department, the meter shop at vpc were offered a package and bought out in 2013...lack of production. What they did not admit... — read more 

Are things that much more efficient by reducing 5%? Seeing a lot of people moved into new roles that don't seem to add much value. Are these just placeholders for the next round? Very confusing.

Who ISN'T a manager now in IT? With the company goal to simplify the organization for improved efficiency and decision-making not sure how the new IT org fits that goal. This is the best we can do over the many months of planning & waiting. Here's to... — read more 

Don't be fooled, more cuts are coming post-merger. Whatever a manager's package would have been this time around, it will be much less come March now that they've all been demoted. Ouch.

Long years, great people and experiences. A former colleague and friend once said "Change equals opportunity". Whether you are gone or you stayed, make sense of the change, and find out how to best utilize your talents. Be agile, flexible and be your... — read more 

As my time with enbridge wasn't as long as some of you. I show my respects, because in all my professional career this has been the most awful experience I had the misfortune to endure...I joined with the hope of being part of a team where the... — read more 

I want to start this by saying thank God I'll never have to start a meeting with a safety moment again in my life or do another safety obs in my life!!! Lmao. I'm sad to leave the good friends after all these years but happy to be out of the toxic... — read more 

It is sad times for all of us, whether one received notice today or not. I know that we are not in a same soup as those who were let go today, but working in these conditions feels like constant wade through a minefield. If you skipped one “layoff”... — read more 

It's happening, people are disappearing. At this point it's better to be put out of our misery, and move on to a new life, than hang around in dread for another year. I wish I would have gone in the first round, at least they didn't have to live with... — read more 

Any updates here - there are rumors that layoffs have started today. Please share, there is nothing in the news

10...Take home your personal items. Those cough drops that expired two years ago are your business, nobody else's. What else do you have to do right now, anyway? 9...When your office/desk is clean and clear, do the same with your email, computer... — read more 

I am very sorry to those who have been forced out. It isn't your fault if you didn't challenge the system and were placed on a struggling asset, on dog projects, or under a limiting supervisor. Unfortunately employee productivity is being blamed for... — read more 

Leave confirmed layoffs in this thread (no names please unless it's your own). 1 down in Superior Telecomm group.

It's official, 5% reductions.

Enbridge is a different place to work than it was 5 years ago. The change in management brought many other changes which have not been positive. Employees are treated terribly and many are miserable. The lack of integrity and respect shown to... — read more 

Although I’m still not happy with how things have been dealt with and I’m still frustrated, it is what it is and with these lemons, we can sure make some lemonade. Today I share a prayer with all of my co-workers, whether you are religious or not... — read more 

They keep raising them - thoughts?

It's been fun but my time is up. I'd like to thank Enbridge for all the opportunity, development and quite honestly great compensation which has afforded me the lifestyle my family and I have enjoyed over the last decade. While there are those who... — read more 

Is the layoff based on positions or is it based on performance rankings?

https://twitter.com/TheLayoff/status/788494952191946752

Most of the layoffs will be done from 10am-11am, then again from noon-1 in the Venice room. If you get a call from Venice, or your leader disappears during those hours, someone is toast. Enjoy.

People are genuinely concerned and trying to get answers on this site. Please be genuine.

Anonymous source.

The question nobody is asking is "What company is not cutting back?" The only safe industry in this economy is the health industry. Everyone usually go to the oil & gas industry because it pays well, but when things go south companies layoff left &... — read more 

How does the actual act of communicating that you've been laid off happen? Do they call you in a conference room? Who is there? What do they tell you? How long does it take? I am extremely nervous, been with the company for 2 years and I am expecting... — read more 

Now, lets assume we survive October, what's the likelihood they will have us go through another round of layoffs in November 2016.

For those who have already been BOEF'd, can you share your story of how it went down? Did they call you? Come straight to your office and get you? Was it from your leader or someone from HR? Have so much anxiety about this week, just want to know... — read more 

The guillotine Is scheduled to drop this Wednesday. Although, now that we know all of the ELT is reading this site now, maybe they'll change their plans just to further show off how darn smart they are.

People need to understand that this is nothing personal, it's just business. The number one goal for every employee is to make money for the company, and sometimes people forget that the leadership team plays a big part in that. It is their job to... — read more 

I'm not coming into work this week. It's just too much stress wondering if I'm going to be BOEF'd. The people they are cutting doesn't always seem rational. Some of the people cut dedicated their whole lives to the company, sacrificing both their... — read more 

Not looking forward to next week at all! Glad it will at least be over for me one way or the other at least until the "firing squad" coming when we close the Spectra transaction. Enbridge is a good company and I have enjoyed my time there but with... — read more