Support staff at Conestoga College have been told they can expect layoffs in the near future, causing a lot of fear and anxiety, union representatives say.

Vikki Poirier, president of OPSEU Local 238 which represents support staff at the college, says they've been holding information sessions for employees knowing other colleges are cutting jobs.

Colleges across the province say they have to lay off staff due to international student caps, which are cutting into their budgets. Conestoga College, …