What’s going on at Service Canada

Service Canada is set to cut approximately 800 term positions across the country by the end of June 2025, in response to a projected drop in passport application volumes.

• The affected workers are located in Service Canada offices nationwide, not concentrated in one region.
• An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson confirmed the cuts in a statement Friday night, emphasizing that the move was based on forecasted workload volumes and aimed at maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• “This decision was necessary and not taken lightly,” said ESDC.

The decision follows Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) forecasts predicting reduced demand for passports in the 2025–26 fiscal year.

Service Canada’s Passport Program operates on a cost-recovery model, meaning revenue from passport fees must match staffing and other operating expenses.

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Next steps for Service Canada employees

If you’re fired or let go from Service Canada, understanding your legal rights is crucial.

Non-unionized employees in Canada are entitled to severance pay. The amount you’re owed is based on a variety of factors, including your role, tenure, age, and ability to find similar work.

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Here’s what you need to know:

• Compensation: Severance packages, which can be as much as 24 months’ pay, may include salary, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of...

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