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CBSA Announces 348 Job Cuts Amid Budget Reductions

2/28/2026

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  • The Canada Border Services Agency plans to cut 348 jobs as part of a federal effort to reduce the workforce by 16,000 over three years.
  • Notices of potential layoffs have been sent to 708 employees, primarily at the national headquarters.
  • The agency cites a $52 million budget reduction.
  • Employees can avoid layoffs by voluntary retirement or position swaps.
  • The CBSA will hire 1,000 new frontline officers.