Public-service unions seek clarity on Liberal government’s pledge to cap number of federal employees

Public-service unions seek clarity on Liberal government’s pledge to cap number of federal employees

Liberal Party platform committed to ‘capping’ public service employment, but unions say they do not know what it means

The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new Liberal government to commit to investing in Canada’s public services and the public servants who deliver them to millions of people every day. “No matter the situation, public servants are the backbone of our communities,” said Sharon DeSousa, PSAC National President. “Whether it’s keeping our borders safe, responding to natural disasters, or helping tho…

Public service unions say new Liberal government cant afford to downsize workforce #Canada #CDN #CDNNews #Ontario

Prime Minister Mark Carney outlined in his platform that he plans to cap employment, but unions say the government cant afford to lose workers if it wants to deliver on its promises.