This could be situation 3 years ago.
Don't make a day-dream now! It is very hard for lay-off guys to get a new job offer in IT.
Even if they may not get a job offer in IT, they are sure to get a job of ITH /ITNP (IT job at home or IT job no-paid). Many 电脑人员 in Canada work at home now. Why? because the companies have few business to support their rent exp., so let their employees work at home! Save money.