Global Affairs is cutting overseas jobs at three times the rate of those based in Canada, data show
Global Affairs Canada is cutting overseas jobs at a rate three times higher than those based in Canada. The department is reducing its rotational positions and plans to drop a significant number of foreign worker postings. Critics argue that these cuts will hinder Canada's diplomatic efforts and local engagement abroad.
- ▪As of March 31, Global Affairs Canada had 2,878 rotational positions, down from 3,221 the previous year, marking a 10.6 percent cut.
- ▪The department plans to eliminate 754 postings for foreign workers abroad over the next three years, resulting in a 13.8 percent decrease in locally engaged staff.
- ▪Critics, including former diplomats, warn that these cuts will exacerbate the disparity between diplomats posted abroad and those in Ottawa.
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Open this photo in gallery:As of March 31 this year, GAC was set to have 2,878 rotational positions – excluding short-term contracts – down from 3,221 a year prior, a cut of 10.6 per cent.Justin Tang/The Globe and MailShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountCanada’s foreign service cuts are disproportionately affecting positions based abroad, with those rotational positions being eliminated at three times the rate of those for Global Affairs staff based in Canada.Data obtained by The Canadian Press also shows an even larger drop in foreign workers hired at missions overseas, just as the Carney government seeks deeper diplomatic and trade ties with other countries.“They’re not understanding the business they’re in.
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