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flag Canada's federal government plans to cut 40,000 jobs by 2029, sparking legal inquiries and union protests over job security and public safety.

flag Federal public servants across Canada are seeking legal advice as the government pushes to cut about 40,000 jobs by 2029, down from a 2024 peak of 368,000, including 1,000 executive positions. flag Law firms in Ottawa report a surge in inquiries from employees across departments, with concerns over job security, procedural fairness, and potential impacts on public safety. flag Unions warn that layoffs, such as 1,371 at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, could jeopardize essential services, sparking protests. flag Workers, especially non-unionized staff, are navigating limited rights to negotiate severance and must challenge cuts through formal processes. flag Exact numbers and criteria for eliminations remain unclear for some agencies.

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