Parks Canada plan to cut 500 jobs draws criticism from union - CBC
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EdmontonParks Canada is restructuring its workforce following a $145-million budget cut over the next three years. The union representing the public servants said the impending layoffs are "disappointing. "Reductions come in response to federal funding cut of $145M over next 3 yearsMaggie Kirk · CBC News · Posted: Oct 23, 2026 8:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: 4 hours agoListen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Nearly 3,000 Parks Canada staff are being notified this week that their jobs are at risk. (Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press)Parks Canada expects to eliminate the equivalent of 500 full-time jobs across the country as part of a “workforce adjustment,” the federal agency confirmed to CBC News on Thursday. Nearly 3,000 Parks Canada staff are being notified this week that their jobs are at risk, according to a memo sent to employees and posted online on Tuesday.
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