Memorial University

Higher Education Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Report

Total cuts

19Verified

Date announced

Announcement date

Supporting source

Education News Canada Coverage published Aug 28, 2026

Layoff Summary

Memorial University ended or made redundant 19 occupied positions as part of a broader 107-position budget reduction across Newfoundland and Labrador.

The remaining changes came from 47 voluntary retirements, four other retirements and 37 vacant posts, with the university projecting C$12.7 million in annual savings.