A Winnipeg Free Press report questions the validity of Carney's claims about 'protected' jobs due to lack of public data and inconsistent definitions.

A recent report by the Winnipeg Free Press highlights challenges in verifying claims made by Carney regarding so-called 'protected' jobs, citing lack of public data, inconsistent definitions across jurisdictions, and limited transparency in government hiring practices. These factors make it difficult to confirm the scope or existence of such job protections, raising questions about the accuracy of the assertions.