Carney’s government is cutting hundreds of environment and science jobs. Here’s what that means for Canadians

Muzammil Hussain February 05, 2026

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Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canadians as well as Canada's wildlife and environment.

Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canadians as well as Canada's wildlife and environment. Portrait of a woman with shoulder-length, curly reddish-blonde hair standing outside a house and looking directly into the camera

Scientists and labour leaders are warning that cuts to Environment and Climate Change Canada could significantly impact the health and safety of Canadians as well as Canada's wildlife and environment.