Organigram has recalled 50 employees to its Moncton location.
This is a part of the first phase of the cannabis producer’s return-to-work strategy.
The company says these employees will fill core roles across various departments that have been deemed a high priority in this initial phase. Further phases will depend on public health and safety guidelines from the provincial government and the evolving needs of the business.
Organigram was forced to lay off more than 400 workers in April due to COVID-19, which is around 45 per cent of its workforce.
“Throughout the pandemic, two critical factors have driven our decision-making: the health of our employees and the long-term wellness of our business,” says Greg Engel, CEO of Organigram.
“We are pleased to see early signals that conditions are improving across the province as the provincial government has shown strong leadership with their pandemic response,” Engel adds. “Recognizing that there is still a long road ahead for Canadians and Canadian businesses, we are optimistic as we initiate this first phase of our return-to-work strategy. We also remain committed to thoughtful and informed decisions as we continue to move our business forward.”
Officials say they are continuing an increased focus on sanitation and physical distancing.
