Canada Recruitment of Policy Leaders 2026

Fisheries & Oceans Canada Recruitment of Policy Leaders | Federal Policy Careers Canada

The Recruitment of Policy Leaders (RPL) is a special hiring programme run by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (on behalf of the federal government) to build a pool of exceptional candidates qualified for mid- to senior-level policy-related roles in Canada’s public service. (dfo-mpo.gc.ca )

Instead of the typical entry-level hiring routes, RPL recruits people with strong academic backgrounds, professional experience, leadership potential or policy-relevant expertise — ready to contribute directly to government policy formulation and decision‑making.

Who Can Apply / Who Is the Programme For

RPL welcomes individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds — not just environmental or marine science, but any field relevant to public policy, governance, economy, social issues, environment, security, a...