Work to develop and implement a proactive pay equity plan in the House of Commons has reached an impasse. In compliance with the Pay Equity Act, the Committee includes representatives of the employer, of non-unionized employees and of each bargaining agent present in the House of Commons. The Institute’s representative has the opportunity to accompany a team of dynamic members who are totally committed to the exercise.
The committee has completed its wage gap analysis, but the employer does not accept the calculation method proposed by the employee group to close the wage gap between predominantly male and female jobs. This pay equity committee has always operated smoothly, and the working environment has always been appropriate, respectful and productive. We can’t go into details because of the confidentiality of the work, but rest assured that the Institute maintains a leadership role and is preparing its arguments in collaboration with the other employee representatives, so as to have a solid case before the Commissioner.
Until the Commission intervenes, work is blocked unless the employer shows some sign of opening up to revise its position. Rest assured that the Institute will ensure that all lump sums and interest are retroactive to September 4, 2024. All amounts become payable in full on the day following the posting of the final pay equity plan at the new deadline.
Members with questions or comments are invited to write to payequity@pipsc.ca.
Thank you for your attention.