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Canva lays off over 1,200 people amid slowing growth
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Canva announced layoffs affecting over 1,200 employees, representing 22 percent of its workforce. The company cited slowing growth as the reason for the reduction. Canva's leadership stated the company was experiencing its most difficult year to date.
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- TechCrunch — Canva lays off over 1,200 people amid slowing growth