Federal Public Servants in Alberta Affected by 2026 “Workforce Adjustment”

Are Federal Public Servants in Alberta Being Laid Off?

Yes. Tens of thousands of federal public servants across Canada, including individuals in Alberta, have received layoff notices to start 2026.

Statistics Canada, Shared Services Canada, Health Canada, and dozens of other agencies are scaling back their staffing levels as part of a “workforce adjustment program” implemented by the federal government.

• SEE ALSO: Layoffs in Canada: Which Employers are Slashing Staff in 2026?

Received a Layoff Notice? Next Steps for Albertans

After receiving a layoff notice, non-unionized federal public servants in Alberta should:

1. Refrain from lashing out at their boss
2. Carefully review the layoff notice
3. Avoid signing any documents from their employer on the spot
4. Connect with an Alberta employment lawyer

Layoff notices can be emotional — especially when they come unexpectedly or after years of service. It’s understandable to feel frustrated or upset, but reacting impulsively can complicate things and doesn’t improve the outcome.

Laid Off in Alberta? Look for a New Job

Non-unionized employees in Alberta, including federally regulated workers, are typically expected to make a reasonable effort to find comparable employment after being fired or let go. This is known as an individual’s “duty to mitigate.”

However, before rushing into a new role, a legal professional can help you understand how mitigation could affect your severance rights.

SEE ALSO
• Reinstatement in Canada: What to Know if You Want Your Job Back
• List of Federally Regulated Companies and Workplaces in Canada

Lost Your Job? Get Help Now

📞 Contact Samfiru Tumarkin LLP: 1-855-821-5900 or request a consultation online.

Our experienced Alberta employment lawyers have helped thousands of non-unionized individuals — including federal public servants — successfully resolve various workplace issues (i.e. wrongful dismissals).

If you’ve lost your job for any reason, don’t panic. We can review your situation, assess your legal options, and help you secure the compensation you’re legally entitled to.

Disclaimer: The materials above are provided as general information about the rights of non-unionized employees in Canada. It is not specific to any one company and SHOULD NOT be read as suggesting any improper conduct on the part of any specific employer, or a relationship between Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and a specific employer.