Walmart Canada is hiring 10,000 more people for its stores and distribution centres to meet the demand created by the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.
“There’s a lot of work and we need you!,” said Horacio Barbeito, President and CEO, Walmart Canada, in a letter to customers on its website.
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“These are uncertain times for our business and for many of you. But it’s also brought out the best in our 90,000 Associates,” he said.
“I’ve been overwhelmed with the stories I’m hearing across the country. About Joel, an Associate in our Calgary distribution centre, who processed 3,200 cases in one shift – a massive amount! – to ensure that our products got to customers like you. About Associates who’ve worked entire shifts then volunteered to deliver supplies to local food banks. And Associates who are helping deliver food to seniors stuck in their homes.
“That’s just our Walmart Canada team – so many people are making huge efforts to respond to this crisis.”
Barbeito said the company is taking steps to provide additional support for employees affected by the crisis.
“In addition, we’re offering access to live online physician care for all 90,000+ Associates so that they can get the advice and care they need. And we’re accelerating our store Associate annual bonus payments to recognize their hard work,” he said.
