While most of us non union and unionized are worried about losing our jobs, have there been any promotions? Has anyone actually benefited from these layoffs?
Layoffs Not Done
“Enbridge had said it would lay off 650 individuals. The company said it had completed 500 job cuts so far on Wednesday.” Saw this in one of the news articles on March 6. So it’s not done?
LFJ not looking good
I was laid off in the latest round. Maybe it’s too early to panic, but I have a hard time finding a new job. I started looking some time before layoffs, as I feared losing a job and having nothing in a bag. My fears were realized, also no luck with... — read more
Another round of layoff coming?
Has anyone heard that there is another round of layoff coming? I don't want to scare anyone. Maybe it is just a rumor.
Survivor's guilt
Is anybody else feeling like cr-p to still be here while so many good people are gone - some of who are my good friends - even though I know objectively that none of it is my doing in any way? Honestly, I know it's a strong term, but survivor's guilt... — read more
New Job Postings
So there are new job postings in Enbridge site. This is a never ending cycle of disposing manpower and hire again. When management talk, manpower is a “cost”. Think if you really have long term potential here. You might want to re-evaluate your... — read more
Layoffs work miracle for culture and motivation
Only after this round was done I realized what anticipating layoffs did to me. I sighed a sigh of relief, and then I realized it all really damaged me and continues to do so. I can recognize the same feelings in my immediate surroundings, and... — read more
How layoff is impacting your innovating mindset?
I was not affected from recent layoff but I've decided to leave Enbridge for a better opportunity. The months leading up to this layoff, was impacting my mental health to an extent it impaired my well being as an individual. I almost lost the mindset... — read more
Details about last layoffs, parting discussion
if there are any of you laid off still browsing this page, I was curious- did any of you in an office role have any discussions about why you were laid off? were they looking over your shoulder or at your workload? if so, what were some of the... — read more
I plan to give it my minimum from here on out
My team is full of people who can't do the work and somehow, every single one of them survived these layoffs. I know people from other teams who were laid off who are excellent workers with plenty of experience and knowledge under their belts... — read more
Were the layoffs handled appropriately?
Is there a way for Enbridge to do this better? Having people let go with no chance to connect or say bye to colleagues- feels sad. But is this preferred by those leaving? Just curious to know how people felt with the option to work from home while... — read more
What Happened to this Company???
Can anyone confirm if these numbers are on the actual press releases only employees? 2015: 500 2016: 530 2017: 1,000 2020: 800 2024: 650 Is it correct for to assume that these numbers doesn’t include the small batches of layoffs following these big... — read more
Managers have no spine
We were a supplier for years. I knew something was off when I stopped getting emails. Our contact just stopped cold not communicating. It was full on ghosting. Then when the manager sat down with us after we insisted on a discussion followup etc to... — read more
Next week
Can we just confirm that layoffs are definitely done and we're safe from now on? Is there any chance there'll be more next week? I know what was said, but I have major trust issues when it comes to this leadership and it wouldn't surprise me if they... — read more
Around 4,000 Layoff in 7 Years
The head count is just piling up. If there’s such a thing as “credit card churning” there’s also such a thing as “employee/contractors churning”. Bo-m: Over hire; Bust: Layoff New Blood: Hire; Getting Old: Layoff Very old infrastructure, top heavy... — read more
Workload after layoffs
I wonder how reorganization, if any, will compensate for layoffs. I am not looking forward to taking on the workload for two or three. What do you expect, guys? My experience with previous layoffs was always more work for those who remain, and not... — read more
You know what's sad?
These cuts aren't even done properly yet, and I - and I'm sure many others - am already thinking about when the next round will happen and how long will I have before this whole process restarts and I am thrust back into the stressing/worrying/not... — read more
Severance Package
Did anyone laid off receive a severance package and also bonus? What was the criteria Where both taxed 20-30% as well by Uncle Sam. Those greedy ba----ds would want to tax a severance package
Number of VPs
88 vps and your answer is to lay off front-line workers” Just curious, someone posted this number of VPs. Seriously, is this for real?
How are you holding up, guys?
I’ve been let go. Still in a bit of shock. I am on the younger side, so employable compared to some other co-workers who are closer to retirement. I have sympathy especially for them. I remembered the time when that happened to my dad, and how... — read more
Terminated while on vacation - pretty low
Wow, it's pretty low when they send you a text, you are over seas on vacation - you have been terminated effective immediately. Seriously they couldn't have waited a few days for someone to at least be back home to send this message, and told you... — read more
Over For Now
Of course it’s over FOR NOW. For anyone new to Enbridge and doesn’t really know the history of how Enbridge handle their people, please ask around and read this: They had been doing layoffs since 2015 and it’s a routine to layoff every now and... — read more
Layoffs are a symptom of a failed company
Enbridge is a failed company run by a failed leadership. Facts.
To Those Affected
Take it one day at a time. If you got laid off and you’re not shocked, you’re probably not normal. I know a lot of people in my circle who had gone through layoffs and even if I was never laid off, I am stressed out hearing about it. So it’s totally... — read more
At least we're halfway there
I know it might not seem that way, but we're getting closer to this being behind us. Hang on!
Are we safe?
My team was already affected. No word from a manager since. Does that mean the rest of us are safe in this round?
Got laid off
Got laid off! Been playing up in my mind all day long. Can’t sleep at the moment. Still in a bit of a shock that this happened.
Long timer gone
Mixed feelings today. Will miss the friends and relationships made. One door closes another opens is what they say. I wish the best to all my colleagues who got the call today. Stay safe and best wishes to u all.
Criteria for Layoffs
Does anybody know what’s the criteria for layoffs?
Canadian Severence Package
Are any Canadian employees willing to share what their severance package looked like? How was the payout calculated? What are the bridge options to continue benefits? Available options for seeking employment and/or resume/CV services — read more
Poem
Roses are red Violets are blue Enbridge laid me off today So frack me and frack you too!
Medical insurance
Hello, My husband is getting laid off. Can anyone clarify when medicsl insurance will be ending? He has a teams meeting tomorrow.
Updates, guys, pls!
And I wish for us all to come out on the bright side, regardless of what happens this week.
This is so Cruel
So I left Enbridge on my own terms some time ago and it felt like I was starting all over again. But hey it didn’t took long for me to advance my career and I still have a DB pension plan. For the past couple of months, there are 6 headhunters who... — read more
How is everybody holding on?
I have a ki-ler headache that I've been unable to get rid of since last night. I need this to be over as soon as possible if for no other reason, than for my health.
Can we update this with the ages of people who are let go this week?
As people are let go, can you please add the ages of those you know to this thread? I'd like to know if older employees are really going to be targeted in this round like some have suggested or if it's going to be more across the board. I know it'll... — read more
Today
Does anyone know if layoffs have began for today? I know some where let go yesterday, but haven’t heard anything about today.
Today is the day
As we all approach the uncertainty of the day, I speak favor and peace upon each employee and contractor. I pray that everyone will come out of this better off than they were before, whether that’s with a new job or not. Sometimes we have to sit back... — read more