Canada Delivers Targeted Spending, Public-Sector Job Cuts to Jolt Economy

The Wall Street JournalTuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:02:00 PM
Canada Delivers Targeted Spending, Public-Sector Job Cuts to Jolt Economy
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a plan to reduce the federal public-sector workforce by approximately 5%, resulting in the loss of around 16,000 jobs. This move aims to stimulate the economy but raises concerns about its impact on public services.
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