New Access to Information documents show that the federal government’s decision to impose a rigid three-day in-office mandate was not based on data or research on productivity, despite clear evidence that hybrid work boosts performance. The documents reveal the government ignored their own evidence and steamrolled ahead with a plan. Internal documents show that telework […]
As the federal government’s new three-day in-office mandate officially took effect on Monday, thousands of union members took to the street in protest, determined to defend telework and the future of work in Canada. PSAC members united with members from the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), the Canadian Association of Professional […]
The federal government wants to force employees to work in ill-equipped offices three days per week only to spend it on virtual meetings. But we know there’s a better way. The outlook for Canada’s public service is bright, and we’re ready to embrace a new future of work. Are you ready to join us? This […]
As the September 9 deadline for the federal government’s three-day in-office mandate approaches, many PSAC members are expressing concerns about how this will impact work-life balance, productivity, and overall well-being. To help address these concerns, PSAC is collaborating with other federal public service unions to host a virtual town hall on telework. This is an […]
The following op-ed by PSAC National President Sharon DeSousa was published by The Hill Times on August 6, 2024. We are at a pivotal moment in shaping the future of this country. The shift towards remote work has ignited a potential revolution in Canada’s workforce and public service. But if the government doesn’t change its shortsighted approach, […]
