Shercom’s Layoffs Highlight Struggles in Saskatchewan’s Recycling Industry

Posted on Oct. 31, 2024

Shercom Industries, a Saskatoon-based tire recycling company, is laying off an additional 79 employees due to a controversial recycling monopoly in Saskatchewan.

This brings its workforce to just 20 employees, down from 140. The layoffs follow the province's decision to grant exclusive recycling rights to U.S.-based Crumb Rubber Manufacturers (CRM), sidelining Shercom’s operations.

The move has led to criticism from local officials who argue that prioritizing external firms compromises job security and local investment. This trend highlights the wider pressures on Canadian jobs as global competition reshapes local markets.

Have you been laid off by Shercom in Canada? Contact our employment lawyers today. Our legal team offers a free consultation and works on a contingency basis—there are no fees unless you win your case.

Garry Marr’s original article, “Shercom cuts 79 more jobs as U.S. company continues monopoly over Sask. tire recycling” was published in CTV News on September 24, 2024. Read the Full CTV Newsstory.

Thank you for your submission

We will be in touch soon.

Sorry, there was an issue with your submission

Please try submitting the form again and/or contact us at [email protected].

Get in touch with us

Call us at 866-991-3429 or fill in this form and we will be in touch with you shortly

{{ contactform.firstName.$invalid && contactform.firstName.$touched ? 'Enter your First Name' : 'First Name' }}

{{ contactform.lastName.$invalid && contactform.lastName.$touched ? 'Enter your Last Name' : 'Last Name' }}

{{ contactform.fromEmail.$invalid && contactform.fromEmail.$touched ? 'Enter your Email' : 'Email' }}

{{ contactform['message[Phone]'].$invalid && contactform['message[Phone]'].$touched ? 'Enter a Phone Number' : 'Phone' }}

{{ contactform['message[Body]'].$invalid && contactform['message[Body]'].$touched ? 'Enter a message' : 'Message' }} I agree to receive news & email communications from Share Lawyers. I understand that I may withdraw my consent at any time. Check this box to proceed

Shercom’s Layoffs Highlight Struggles in Saskatchewan’s Recycling Industry

Get in touch with us

We’re here to support you during this difficult time

As seen on...