Departments to cut billions in spending as budget projects tens of thousands of federal public service job losses by 2029

Federal Public Service Job Reductions by 2029

The federal public service is projected to have approximately 330,000 employees by 2028-29. This marks a 10% decline, equating to 40,000 fewer jobs compared to 2023-24.

The budget outlines that these reductions will occur through normal attrition, including retirements and voluntary departures, along with the impact of the Carney government's spending review.

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Government projections indicate a 10% decrease in federal public service jobs by 2029 through attrition and spending cuts, reflecting a significant workforce shift ahead.

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The Hill Times The Hill Times — 2025-11-04