--- title: "Canva Reorganization Impacts 1,271 Employees | Metaintro" canonical: "https://www.metaintro.com/blog/canva-layoffs-1271-2026" language: "en" author: "metaintro" published: "2026-11-05T23:23:46.000Z" modified: "2026-11-05T23:23:46.000Z" --- [Back to Blog](/blog) [News](/blog/tag/news)[Layoffs](/blog/tag/layoffs)[Technology](/blog/tag/technology)[Australia](/blog/tag/australia)[AI](/blog/tag/ai) # Canva Reorganization Impacts 1,271 Employees, 22% of Staff Canva CEO Melanie Perkins said 1,271 people, about 22% of staff, will be impacted by a reorganization that includes job losses, role changes and relocations. [![Metaintro Team](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:40:40/q:72/plain/images/9127a74a-194f-44f4-8743-8bdcda5e717c.jpg)Metaintro Team @metaintro](/blog/author/metaintro) [November 5, 2026](/blog/archive/2026/11)3 min read ![A cardboard box of personal belongings packed on an otherwise cleared office desk by a window](https://cdn.metaintro.com/rs:fill:1200:675/q:78/plain/images/10201-alt-hero.png) [https://x.com/intent/tweet?text=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026](https://x.com/intent/tweet?text=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026)[http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026)[https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026&title=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff](https://www.linkedin.com/sharing/share-offsite/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026&title=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff)[mailto:?subject=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026](mailto:?subject=Canva%20Reorganization%20Impacts%201%2C271%20Employees%2C%2022%25%20of%20Staff&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.metaintro.com%2Fblog%2Fcanva-layoffs-1271-2026) [Canva’s reorganization impacting 1,271 people](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924) was [announced by co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Melanie Perkins on November 4](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924), 2026. The changes affect employees globally, and Canva has not said how many of the 1,271 roles will be eliminated rather than changed or relocated: [Canva’s restructuring affects 1,271 employees, or 22 per cent of its global workforce.](https://www.indiatvnews.com/technology/news/canva-lays-off-1271-employees-and-cuts-22-per-cent-workforce-in-major-restructuring-2026-11-05-1058720) At [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com), we track layoffs, store closures and return-to-office mandates in our [layoffs tracker](https://www.metaintro.com/layoffs). ## Why Is Canva Cutting Jobs? The explanation given to employees centered on slower growth and the need for a broader reset: [The company said that this is all about getting ready for its next stage of growth after a tough year that saw business slow down for the first time in a decade.](https://www.indiatvnews.com/technology/news/canva-lays-off-1271-employees-and-cuts-22-per-cent-workforce-in-major-restructuring-2026-11-05-1058720) The financial backdrop includes a reduced forecast: [Canva's restructuring comes after the company reduced its 2026 revenue growth forecast from 30% to 20% in August, following higher-than-expected costs associated with its AI features.](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924) ## What Changes Are Coming for Teams? The organizational changes extend beyond job cuts: [Its Product, Growth and Platform teams are being combined, management layers are being reduced, and employees are expected to take on broader responsibilities.](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924) Location changes are also part of the restructuring: [Sydney is set to become the main base for more of Canva’s product teams and certain roles that need tighter collaboration. Anyone asked to relocate will get support through the move.](https://www.indiatvnews.com/technology/news/canva-lays-off-1271-employees-and-cuts-22-per-cent-workforce-in-major-restructuring-2026-11-05-1058720) ## What Support Is Available to Employees? Career support includes [career coaching, and interview prep.](https://www.indiatvnews.com/technology/news/canva-lays-off-1271-employees-and-cuts-22-per-cent-workforce-in-major-restructuring-2026-11-05-1058720) There is also equipment support: [Employees will also be allowed to retain their company-issued MacBooks.](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924) For employees considering a different path, [Canva is introducing a $10,000 grant programme for departing employees who want to start a business or pursue a community project, without taking equity in their ventures.](https://www.ciol.com/tech/canva-layoffs-social-media-praise-generous-severance-package-12785924) ## What Should Affected Workers Do Next? - Review your separation paperwork and request written clarification of payment and benefit terms. - Save permitted personal employment records and update your resume with recent accomplishments. - Ask about available career support and prepare examples of your work for interviews. - Check your local unemployment-benefit requirements and organize your application documents. ## Related Articles - - - - ## People Also Asked ### Q: How Many Canva Employees Are Affected? A: [The reorganization affects 22% of Canva’s staff, or 1,271 people, through job losses, role changes and relocations.](https://india.entrepreneur.com/business-news/canva-lays-off-over-1200-people-amid-slowing-growth) ### Q: Who Announced the Cuts? A: [Co-founder and CEO Melanie Perkins announced the cuts in a note to employees.](https://india.entrepreneur.com/business-news/canva-lays-off-over-1200-people-amid-slowing-growth) Looking for your next opportunity? [Metaintro](https://www.metaintro.com) brings together 50M jobs in one place. 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