Complete support
From your strategic planning to the sequence of announcements, support carried out with consideration for each person.
Expertise in
reorganization
and dismissal
A structured, human advisory role for planning and supporting collective and individual dismissals, from strategic alignment to post-dismissal follow-up.
An advisory role serving
organizations
Specialists who support organizational change, reorganizations and dismissals, and who step in at every stage of your project, with method, rigour and consideration.
HR compliance
Legal obligations, notice periods and government requirements taken into account at every step.
Controlled communication
Clear, consistent messages, internal and external, to limit uncertainty and preserve the teams' trust.
Support for people
A presence alongside managers and affected employees, from the announcement and in the weeks that follow.
At every stage
of your project
Strategic
alignment
Place the process within the organization's vision, clarify the objective and objectively assess the impacts for an aligned, responsible decision.
Planning
and coordination
Orchestrate implementation methodically and in order, with fluidity, compliance and respect for the people concerned.
Sequenced
communication
Align the messages and their sequence, internal and external, so that each stakeholder receives the right information at the right time.
Post-dismissal
consolidation
Assess the process carried out and continue supporting managers and teams through the period of change.
Complementary service
Career transition
Career transition
for affected employees
Personalized programs that support each person whose position is affected, from the announcement and throughout the process.
- A dedicated coach for each person
- Support from announcement day
- A process adapted to each person's goals
97%
satisfaction
When to call on
this service?
Planning a collective dismissal
When a reorganization affects several positions and calls for tight coordination.
Preparing an individual dismissal
To structure the announcement and the follow-up of a delicate end of employment.
Confirming obligations
When notice periods, severance and government requirements must be taken into account.
Training managers
To prepare announcement meetings and the handling of reactions.
Framing communications
When internal and external messages must stay aligned and consistent.
Supporting the aftermath
To consolidate the remaining teams and assess the process once the announcement is behind.
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asked questions
What does this advisory role involve?
Support that covers the whole process, from strategic alignment to consolidation after the announcement, through planning, compliance and communications. The scope adjusts to each situation.
When should a partner get involved?
Most often early on, as soon as the thinking takes shape. Planning early in the process leaves time to confirm obligations, prepare managers and sequence communications.
Individual or collective dismissal, is it different?
Yes, obligations and logistics differ with the scale, and a collective dismissal can bring additional requirements. Each situation deserves to be assessed in its context.
Do you offer support to affected employees?
Yes. Career transition programs support the people whose positions are affected, with individual support from the announcement and throughout the process.
How do you prepare managers for the announcement?
Through structured preparation that covers how the meeting unfolds, handling reactions and consideration in the days that follow. Our practical guides are also a good starting point.
How much does the support cost?
Fees vary with the scale of the project, the number of people affected and the scope of the mandate.
What is the difference between a layoff, a termination for cause and a temporary layoff?
Generally, a layoff stems from economic or organizational reasons, unrelated to the person's conduct. A termination for cause follows from conduct or performance, and a temporary layoff suspends employment without ending the relationship. The distinction affects the employer's obligations.
What is a collective dismissal in Quebec?
When a significant number of employees of the same establishment are affected over a short period, according to thresholds set by law, specific rules apply, including sending notices to the authorities within the required time.
What is a reclassification assistance committee?
In some collective dismissals, a committee may be set up to support the job search of affected people. Its creation and operation depend on the scale of the dismissal and the context.
Should you offer support to people who are laid off?
Beyond the obligations, many organizations offer a career transition program to support affected people, make the next step easier and preserve the climate among the remaining teams.
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