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Canada's federal government plans to cut 40,000 jobs by 2029, sparking legal inquiries and union protests over job security and public safety.
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.
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.
Unions warn that layoffs, such as 1,371 at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, could jeopardize essential services, sparking protests.
Workers, especially non-unionized staff, are navigating limited rights to negotiate severance and must challenge cuts through formal processes.
Exact numbers and criteria for eliminations remain unclear for some agencies.
El gobierno federal de Canadá planea recortar 40,000 puestos de trabajo para 2029, lo que provocó investigaciones legales y protestas sindicales por la seguridad laboral y la seguridad pública.