Commitments
Adjust the Collective Bargaining Dispute Resolution Framework
The government will amend the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Act to modify the framework for resolving collective bargaining disputes.
Government ReformSlow direct program spending growth to under 1 percent
Targets a reduction in the growth rate of direct federal program spending, bringing it down from 8 percent to less than 1 percent.
Government ReformAuthorize Ministers to Enable Regulatory Sandboxes
Amends the Red Tape Reduction Act to authorize all federal ministers to enable regulatory sandboxes by issuing temporary exemptions from legislative or regulatory requirements.
Government ReformIntroduce Targeted Legislative Amendments to Streamline Government Operations
Introduces targeted legislative amendments to streamline internal processes, eliminate burdensome reporting, and remove barriers to agile regulation-making, with results available in Budget 2026.
Government ReformRestore the Two Percent Public Sector Pension Benefit Rate
Amends federal public sector pension legislation to reinstate the 2% pension benefit rate for the Public Service, Canadian Forces, and RCMP pension plans.
Government ReformImplement an Early Retirement Incentive Program for Federal Public Servants
Introduces an Early Retirement Incentive Program allowing eligible federal public servants to retire with an immediate pension without early retirement penalties.
Government ReformEngage external experts to improve public communication of contingent liabilities
The government will consult with external subject matter experts to develop improved strategies and methodologies for transparently communicating the scale and nature of contingent liabilities to the public.
Government ReformReduce the federal public service by 40,000 positions by 2028-29
Decrease the total federal public service headcount by approximately 10 percent (40,000 positions) by the end of the 2028-29 fiscal year using attrition, voluntary departures, and spending controls.
Government ReformSave $13 billion annually in government spending by 2028-29
Execute the Comprehensive Expenditure Review to generate $13 billion in annual ongoing operational savings by the 2028-29 fiscal year, contributing to a $60 billion total fiscal impact over five years.
Government ReformAdjust Comprehensive Expenditure Review savings targets for the three granting councils to 2%
The government is adjusting the Comprehensive Expenditure Review savings targets for the three federal granting councils down to 2%, reflecting the priority placed on research and innovation.
Government ReformReduce annual operating budget growth to below 2%
Implement fiscal measures to reduce the year-over-year growth rate of the federal government's day-to-day operating budget from its current 9% down to less than 2%.
Government ReformCap the size of the federal public service
Institutes a hiring cap rather than implementing broad cuts, ensuring the public service size stabilizes while meeting service delivery needs.
Government ReformLaunch a comprehensive review of government spending to increase productivity
Initiates a systematic evaluation of federal departments and Crown Corporations against clear targets to find efficiencies, with savings partially reinvested in technology and personnel.
Government ReformSignificantly reduce reliance on external consultants
Commits to cutting government spending on outside consulting firms while simultaneously building up the internal capacity and expertise of the federal public service.
Government ReformEstablish an Office of Digital Transformation
Establish a dedicated Office of Digital Transformation at the centre of government to identify, implement, and scale technology solutions, centralize innovative procurement, and eliminate duplicative red tape.
Government ReformExpand early retirement eligibility for frontline public safety employees
Changes the Public Service Superannuation Act to allow frontline public safety employees (like firefighters, paramedics, and border officers) to retire early under '25 and out' provisions.
Justice and Public SafetyRequire federal departments to report within 60 days on reducing regulatory red tape
Mandate federal departments to conduct regulatory reviews and report within 60 days on actionable steps to eliminate outdated rules and reduce duplication with provincial regulations.
Government Reform