No Update on Public Servant Layoff Transition Plan
Ottawa MP Mona Fortier provides no update on a promised transition plan for public servants facing layoffs, as job cut notifications are sent out. Treasury Board points to existing programs.
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Union: Federal job cuts creating 'Hunger Games-style anxiety'
A major union warns that federal public service job reductions are causing severe stress and uncertainty for workers in Ottawa. Read about the impact and union response.
RCMP launches public sex offender database
The RCMP has launched a new national database allowing the public to search for registered sex offenders. The tool aims to enhance community safety and awareness.
Federal Public Service Faces Potential Job Cuts in Ottawa
The federal government is reviewing its workforce, raising concerns about possible job reductions within the public service. Get the latest details on the situation and its potential impact.
Guide to Federal Workforce Adjustment and Layoffs
As the federal government plans to cut 30,000 jobs, here's a detailed look at the workforce adjustment process, what 'affected' letters mean, and the options for public servants facing uncertainty.
Public servant denied prescription coverage for chronically ill daughter
An Ottawa public servant fights her health plan's denial of a weight-loss drug for her daughter, highlighting gaps in coverage for children with chronic illnesses. Read the family's struggle.
Meta Job Cuts as Focus Shifts from Metaverse to AI
Meta is laying off over 1,000 employees from its Reality Labs division, redirecting resources from the costly metaverse toward AI-powered wearables and mobile features. Get the details on the strategic shift.
StatsCan Cuts 850 Jobs, 12% of Executives
Statistics Canada announces a major workforce reduction of 850 positions over two years, including 100 immediate cuts and a 12% reduction of its executive team. Get the full details on the federal agency's restructuring.
Statistics Canada cutting 850 jobs, union warns
Statistics Canada begins cutting 850 positions and 12% of its executives. The union calls it a 'dark time' as over 3,200 workforce adjustment notices are issued. Read the full story.
Ming Pao winds up Canadian operations, lays off 60
The prominent Chinese-language newspaper Ming Pao is ceasing its Canadian publishing operations, resulting in 60 layoffs. This marks a significant shift for Canadian media.
New Public Washroom Coming to Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa addresses a critical lack of public facilities with a new standalone washroom at Bank and Somerset. A key step for urban accessibility and public health.
Goose tests positive for avian flu in St. Thomas
A goose in St. Thomas, Ontario, has tested positive for avian influenza. Southwestern Public Health is monitoring the situation. Learn about the risks and public health guidance.
Statistics Canada Cutting 850 Jobs Over Next 2 Years
Statistics Canada will eliminate 850 positions in the next two years, with 100 cuts starting this week, according to an internal memo. Get the full details on the federal agency's restructuring.
Windsor Library Use Up, Central Branch Future Uncertain
Extended hours at Windsor Public Library branches lead to increased patronage, but the fate of the Central Branch remains in question. Explore the impact on the community.
Saskatoon's new public library on schedule for 2027
Construction of Saskatoon's new central library is progressing, with an opening date set for 2027. Crews are currently installing the building's distinctive glass exterior.
Former Ubisoft Halifax Workers Seek Answers After Shutdown
Former employees of the shuttered Ubisoft Halifax studio are searching for clarity following its sudden closure. Get the latest details on the situation and what comes next for the local gaming industry.
Ubisoft closes Halifax studio after union vote
Ubisoft abruptly closes its Halifax studio, affecting 71 jobs, just weeks after workers unionized. The company cites cost-cutting, while the union questions the timing.
Scotiabank laid off 3,000 employees in restructuring
Scotiabank CEO Scott Thomson confirms 3,000 job cuts as part of a significant restructuring effort. The layoffs targeted areas with limited growth potential.
U.S. Public Broadcasting Votes to Dissolve Itself
The U.S. Corporation for Public Broadcasting has voted to cease operations in a landmark move. Explore the implications of this decision for public media.
CSN Seeks Answers After Amazon Laval Warehouse Layoffs
The CSN union is pushing for clarity after job cuts at Amazon's Laval fulfillment center. Get the latest details on the union's call for transparency and worker support.
Public service cuts loom, testing leadership in 2026
As federal workforce adjustment notices go out in January 2026, public service executives face the dual challenge of managing staff anxiety while confronting their own potential job losses. Discover the critical need for clear communication in this high-s
U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Below 200,000 Last Week
New U.S. jobless benefit applications dropped below 200,000 last week, with layoffs remaining at historically low levels. Explore the latest economic indicators and what they signal for the labour market.
Gov't Disability Hiring Gap Persists: Only 8% of New Hires
A new report shows the Canadian federal government hired people with disabilities at just 8% in 2023-24, well below workforce availability. Advocates call for urgent attitudinal change.
Top federal department blasted for secrecy on layoff numbers
Canada's largest public-sector union accuses the Privy Council Office of hypocrisy for refusing to disclose how many staff received potential layoff notices. Get the full story on the transparency clash.
PSAC grievance on Canada Life health plan moves forward
A union grievance over the troubled switch of the Public Service Health Care Plan to Canada Life will proceed to a hearing, seeking accountability for over 1.5 million affected members.
What Public Servants Must Watch in 2026
From major job cuts to new AI policies, here are the pivotal issues set to impact federal government employees in Canada during the coming year. Stay informed.
Union asks province to step in at Conestoga College layoffs
A union is urging the Ontario government to intervene following layoffs at Conestoga College. Get the latest details on the labour dispute and provincial response.
Conestoga College lays off 200 staff before Christmas
Nearly 200 full-time employees at Conestoga College have been laid off just before the holidays, sparking criticism. Get the details on this major workforce reduction.
Conestoga College layoffs jeopardize student learning, say students
Biotechnology students at Conestoga College voice fears that recent instructor layoffs threaten their education. Read about the impact on academic programs.
Conestoga College lays off close to 200 full-time staff
Conestoga College terminates almost 200 full-time support staff just before the holiday break, sparking concern. Get the full details on this major workforce reduction.
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