CRA Implements Permanent Job Cuts Amid Fiscal Challenges
Friday, May 23, 2025, 11:21 am
Facing severe budget constraints, the Canada Revenue Agency is set to cut up to 280 permanent positions, primarily affecting its National Capital Region branches. The move, aimed at reducing costs, has ignited debate over its potential impact on public service efficiency.
The Canada Revenue Agency says it plans to cut 280 permanent jobs and cites 'fiscal constraints', and this follows the cutting of more than 3000 jobs since last year.
The work force changes will impact branches across the CRA but the reductions will mainly impact employees in the National Capital Region
L’Agence du revenu du Canada (ARC) supprimera jusqu’à 280 postes permanents en raison de contraintes budgétaires.
OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency is cutting up to 280 permanent employees in response to fiscal constraints. The workforce changes will impact branches across the CRA but the reductions will mainly impact employees in the National Capital Region. Commissioner Bob Hamilton and deputy commissioner…
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