Canada's Energy Patch Braces for Jobs Cuts

Canada's Energy Patch Braces for Jobs Cuts

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The video discusses significant job losses in the energy sector, focusing on companies like Synovus and Murphy Oil. It highlights the industry's past expansion and current contraction, leading to layoffs. The impact on workers, including geologists, is severe, with many struggling to find new careers as severance packages run out.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company announced the loss of 440 jobs this year?

ExxonMobil

Suncor

Synovus

Murphy Oil

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is making small cuts to find efficiencies?

Chevron

Synovus

Murphy Oil

Suncor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the reasons for the layoffs in the energy industry?

Government regulations

Industry expansion and workforce bloat

Increase in oil prices

Technological advancements

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the outlook for new projects in the energy industry?

A few new projects are planned

Many new projects are starting

Projects are increasing rapidly

No new projects are expected

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current situation for geologists in the energy industry?

Plenty of job opportunities

Increased salaries

High demand for their skills

Struggling to find new jobs