Canva cuts 22% of global workforce, 1270 roles affected amid slowing growth
gaganghotra_ · x · 2026-11-04
- Canva announced a restructure affecting about 1,270 jobs, or 22% of its global workforce, through layoffs, role changes, and relocations.
- CEO Melanie Perkins called it the hardest moment in the company's 13-year history, noting growth slowed for the first time in a decade and citing "new technology" changing how products are created — without explicitly naming AI.
- Sydney becomes the primary hub for product teams; departing employees get at least six months' salary and transition support.
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