Canada Revenue Agency confirms nearly 600 term positions being eliminated in 2024 [Video]

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will be eliminating approximately 600 temporary and contract employees across the country by mid-December.

In a statement to CTV News Ottawa, the agency said it has decided to “release” term employees early, in accordance with the terms of the employment contract. The employees have been given four weeks notice, and the contract date will end by Dec. 13, according to the CRA.

“Throughout the pandemic, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) received a large increase in resources to deliver crucial COVID programs,” the CRA said in a statement Friday morning.

“As a result of that added capacity, we were then able to help administer a number of new initiatives, such as the Canadian Carbon Rebate and the interim administration of the Canadian Care Dental Plan. As we transition away from pandemic operations, the CRA safeguards responsible use of public funds while providing quality service to Canadians.”

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