Spy agency workers now eligible for early retirement program after initial refusal (opens original article in a new tab)

Canada's spy agencies CSE and CSIS have reversed their decision to exclude frontline workers from the early retirement program, now considering applications on a case-by-case basis following pressure from officials and updated guidance.

• Canada's spy agencies CSE and CSIS now allow frontline workers to apply for early retirement program after initial refusal.
• Change came due to guidance from Treasury Board and pressure from bureaucrat Michael Sabia to promote younger staff.
• ERI program aims to reduce federal public service size by allowing early pension without penalty, but agencies face operational challenges with trained personnel.