PSAC grievance on Canada Life health plan moves forward
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.
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What Public Servants Must Watch in 2026
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.
House of Commons Has Least Productive Year Since 1937
Canada's Parliament sat for only 72 days in 2025, its fewest since 1937, passing just seven bills amid political transition. Discover the details behind this historic low.
Regina Hospital Pediatric Unit Becomes Santa's Workshop
Regina General Hospital's pediatric staff create magical Christmas experiences for young patients, using decorations and personalized care to ease their hospital stay during the holidays.
Readers Critique Public Servant Trope, Debate Arena Costs
Ottawa Citizen readers respond to columnists on public servant portrayals, dual arena feasibility, and urban development priorities. Join the conversation on local issues.
Hybrid Work Research Gap for Canadian Public Servants
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.
Federal outsourcing hits $26.1B despite cuts promise
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.
Barrie Public Library's new branch approved for Letitia Heights
Barrie Public Library's story grows as council approves a new branch in Letitia Heights, enhancing community access to resources and services. Learn about the plans and key figures involved.
CHEO sees sharp increase in flu cases in December
Ottawa's children's hospital is experiencing a significant rise in flu cases. Experts advise when to treat kids at home to ease pressure on healthcare. Learn the signs and how to help.
Federal job cut notifications to start in January
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
Flu surge strains hospitals: When to treat kids at home
Canadian hospitals face a surge in flu cases. Health experts advise parents on when to treat sick children at home and avoid gatherings to ease the strain on healthcare systems.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
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.
Report: Track 'Underperforming' Federal Public Servants
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.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
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.
U.S. National Parks Free Days Changed, Trump Birthday Added
The U.S. Department of the Interior has removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from 2025's free park entry schedule, adding President Trump's birthday. Learn about the policy shift and its context.
U.S. National Parks Add Trump's Birthday to Free Days
The U.S. National Park Service has overhauled its free admission schedule for 2025, adding former President Donald Trump's birthday. Discover the new dates and what it means for park visitors.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
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.
Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years
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.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Ottawa child-care crisis looms with federal RTO mandate
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.
Budget 2025: Opportunity for Canada's Public Servants
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 Public Dashboard Shows Drug-Use Data via Wastewater
A new public dashboard in Ontario provides real-time insights into community drug use through wastewater analysis. Discover the data and its implications for public health policy.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
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.
Desk 'Hoteling' Could Hamper Public Servant Return-to-Office
New data reveals more than half of federal employees have no assigned workspace. Experts warn this 'hoteling' trend could create major logistical hurdles for any mandated full-time office return.
Early retirement info sent to 70,000 public servants
The federal government is distributing early retirement information to approximately 70,000 public servants. This move signals a significant workforce transition. Read the details and potential impacts.
Ottawa residents worry about traffic, costs if public servants return to office
Ottawa residents express concerns over traffic congestion, childcare costs, and commuting times as rumours of a full federal return-to-office mandate circulate. Learn about the potential impacts.
Unions Seek Clarity on Federal Return-to-Office Rumours
Public service unions are pressing the government for details on rumours of a full-time office mandate, calling any such plan 'reckless and out of touch.' Get the latest updates.
Federal union hears rumours of new public servant office mandate
A federal union reports persistent rumours of a new office mandate for public servants in Ottawa. Get the latest details on the potential policy shift and its implications.
How GTA School Boards Decide on Winter Closures
Learn how Greater Toronto Area school boards make critical decisions about closing schools during winter weather. Essential guide for parents and students.
Vancouver keeps public change tables after outcry
Vancouver city officials scrap controversial plan to remove baby change tables from public washrooms following strong public opposition. Learn how community advocacy made a difference.
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