SAIT Cuts Dozens of Jobs, Sparking Concerns over Student Impact and Post-Secondary Funding

65 positions to be impacted by latest round of terminations at SAIT

"It is heartbreaking," said a SAIT employee who retired two years earlier to allow younger employees to keep their jobs.

SAIT cuts dozens of jobs, sparking concerns over student impact and post-secondary funding

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is cutting dozens of jobs across multiple departments as the Calgary post-secondary institution grapples with declining enrolment, tied in part to changes in federal international student policies.

SAIT layoffs highlight funding challenges at Alberta post-secondary schools

A decision by the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology to lay off 30 employees is highlighting the funding challenges faced by post-secondary institutions across Alberta.

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology cuts at least 30 positions

More than 30 positions have been cut from SAIT, according to a internal memo sent to all departments this week, and obtained by CityNews.

SAIT cutting at least 30 positions, citing declining enrolment

SAIT is cutting dozens of positions, according to an internal email obtained by CBC News. The educational institution told the CBC in a statement the cuts are due to lower enrolment and shifts in government policy regarding international students.