Canada's largest public-sector union accuses the Privy Council Office of hypocrisy for refusing to disclose how many staff received potential layoff notices. Get the full story on the transparency clash.
A union grievance over the troubled switch of the Public Service Health Care Plan to Canada Life will proceed to a hearing, seeking accountability for over 1.5 million affected members.
From major job cuts to new AI policies, here are the pivotal issues set to impact federal government employees in Canada during the coming year. Stay informed.
Readers share sharp opinions on Canada's new U.S. ambassador, federal workers' office complaints, and the Toronto Maple Leafs' struggling power play. Dive into the public discourse.
A new federal report shows 629 Employment and Social Development Canada employees faced discipline last year, with unauthorized data access the top offence. Read the full findings.
Federal Health Minister Marjorie Michel announces a dedicated national strategy for men's and boys' health, set for launch in 2026. Learn about the government's new focus on this critical public health area.
Ottawa Citizen readers respond to columnists on public servant portrayals, dual arena feasibility, and urban development priorities. Join the conversation on local issues.
Toronto Sun readers share sharp opinions on Israel barring Canadian MPs, Mark Carney's leadership, and federal workplace disputes in the latest letters. Dive into the unfiltered public discourse.
As the federal government mulls stricter return-to-office rules, experts reveal a critical lack of data on hybrid work's impact on public service productivity. Discover what the research does—and doesn't—say.
The federal government transfers a $900M pension surplus to its general account, sparking union criticism. PSAC demands funds be reinvested in workers' benefits.
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
Federal Budget 2025 projects a 37% surge in spending on private consultants, contradicting Liberal election pledges to reduce reliance on outsourcing. Analysis reveals a troubling shift away from public service expertise.
B.C. Premier David Eby emphasizes the need for federal partnership on infrastructure vital to trade, highlighting projects like the Massey Tunnel. Read more on the economic priorities.
The federal government has dismissed a key recommendation to collect data on public service productivity, drawing criticism from observers. Read why experts say this decision hampers effective management.
Edmonton's iconic CKUA Radio has secured $11 million in federal funding, a historic investment that will secure its future and expand its cultural reach across Alberta and beyond.
The federal government is investing $487,000 to improve public transit in northern New Brunswick. This funding aims to enhance mobility and connectivity for residents in the region.
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
A new report calls for the federal government to formally report on underperforming public servants and measure productivity. The recommendations aim to improve accountability within Canada's public service.
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Columnist Jerry Agar argues Canada's federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have succeeded and the bloated bureaucracy, costing over $75 million yearly, should be dismantled. Read the analysis.
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to reduce the federal civil service through early retirement incentives will cost $1.5 billion upfront, with annual savings of $82 million. The strategy aims to avoid layoffs.
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree announces a federal review of Canada's firearms classification system. Get the latest details on this policy shift.
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
Analysis: The public service transformation outlined in Budget 2025 presents challenges but also significant opportunities for federal workers. Learn how to navigate the coming changes.
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.