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DND Plans Massive Hiring Amid Government Job Cuts

11/22/2025

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The Department of National Defence (DND) plans to hire 2,400 to 3,000 public servants this fiscal year through Pathway to Mobility.
As of November 3, 2025, DND had 4,647 applications.
The hiring surge follows anticipated reductions at other departments, with a projected loss of 30,000 positions by 2028-29.
Union leaders say DND should focus on rebuilding in-house capacity rather than outsourcing, citing safety and cost concerns.

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Story summary

The Department of National Defence (DND) plans to hire 2,400 to 3,000 public servants this fiscal year through Pathway to Mobility.
As of November 3, 2025, DND had 4,647 applications.
The hiring surge follows anticipated reductions at other departments, with a projected loss of 30,000 positions by 2028-29.
Union leaders say DND should focus on rebuilding in-house capacity rather than outsourcing, citing safety and cost concerns.