Union head says new federal government needs to regain public servants’ trust
- Multiple federal labor groups, such as CAPE and the union representing over 120,000 public service employees, are set to restart contract talks with the government in June 2025.
- The previous government's policies, such as staffing cuts and more office time requirements, have caused frustration and instability among federal workers.
- New ministers Ali and Lightbound will face leadership challenges in reshaping the public service amid calls for government efficiency and clearer transformation mandates.
- Union leaders stressed the need to address problems directly, support remote work rights, and avoid arbitrary austerity, warning against replicating the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency model.
- Experts and union representatives predict long overdue restructuring will alter the federal public service’s size and priorities, with consultations and clarity needed to regain worker trust.
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Union head says new federal government needs to regain public servants' trust - Talent Canada
By Catherine Morrison The head of one of Canada’s largest federal unions says the federal government needs to focus on repairing the relationship between public servants and management. Nathan Prier, president of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees, said this is a “delicate moment” and that new Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali has his work cut out for him. Prier said the Trudeau government made several questionable decisions t…
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