News & Issues

Government outsourcing deepens gender inequity across Canada's public service. In IT, lucrative contracts are doled out to a male-dominant industry that has notoriously struggled with gender equity.

The Institute is saddened to report the untimely passing of our friend and colleague Shirley Gillette. Shirley’s commitment to Institute members was deep and unwavering. We will miss her very much.

The $400 compensatory sum for the extended implementation period of your retro pay will increase to $500.

We concluded negotiations that add a top-up payment of up to $1000 to your Phoenix compensation, and more if your annual salary is under $78,264.

The Women in Public Sector Science Toolkit is a living library of resources, tools and best practices. All with the aim of advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in public sector science.

Michelle saw baby guppies in her childhood aquarium and immediately fell in love with biology. After attending university to study science, Michelle was hired to work in the Experimental Lakes Area and kicked off her career in environmental studies and fieldwork.

On February 23, 2021, President Debi Daviau testified before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance about our concerns with Bill C-224, which would create a single tax return for Quebecers to be processed by Revenu Québec.

President Debi Daviau has written to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Commissioner Bob Hamilton regarding its recent decision to hire a third-party contractor to answer questions from taxpayers.

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland has referred to the upcoming budget as the “the most significant one of our lifetimes.” The stakes are high; we want to ensure this budget works for PIPSC members and all Canadians.

The government is planning legislation to ensure greater diversity and inclusion in the federal public service, including at the highest administrative levels.

Bill C-224 aims to create a single tax return administered by Revenu Québec. We oppose and are actively working to stop this bill.

On January 26, 2021, senior Shared Services Canada and Treasury Board executives updated the PIPSC Board of Directors and Advisory Council on NextGen’s progress.

Mahammadu has studied and worked in veterinary medicine all over the world, from Ghana to Australia. Today, he is a PIPSC member and veterinarian working in Berwick, Nova Scotia.

This February, explore the challenges facing Black public servants while celebrating the successes of distinguished Black Canadian labour activists.

We, the public service unions and the National Association of Federal Retirees of the Public Service Health Care Plan (PSHCP), demand that the Treasury Board come to the table ready to discuss changes to the plan.

The federal Pay Equity Act was passed nearly two years ago, yet it has not been implemented. We have submitted our recommendations to improve the Pay Equity Act and ensure the timely implementation of this important legislation.

The claims process for severe financial cost or loss caused by Phoenix is now available. It is important that you look carefully at your situation and make a claim if you are eligible. Together, we have worked hard to ensure you are repaid every cent you are owed.

"I hope our members know that we are working to ensure their health and safety, protecting their rights and that we’re here to listen if they do have concerns.”

The New Brunswick Premier wants a one-year wage freeze and three years with only a 1% annual increase for public servants. We are working with all other bargaining agents to push back against this wage freeze.

Ontario hospital workers are being denied leave with pay when required to self-isolate due to possible COVID-19 exposure. This is unacceptable. We are demanding better.

We stand in solidarity with present and former Black federal public servants who have filed a class-action lawsuit against the Treasury Board for anti-Black discrimination.

The last phase of Phoenix compensation is available for PIPSC members who faced severe personal or financial impacts due to Phoenix’s failures.

On December 5, 2020, a majority of the delegates present chose to suspend the deliberations of the day and resume the AGM on a future date, to be determined by the Institute’s Board of Directors.

Following the results of our most recent survey of PIPSC members in the federal public service, PIPSC has filed a series of policy grievances with the employer.

President Debi Daviau outlined our vision to continue innovating for public services that Canadians deserve.

PIPSC Economist, Ryan Campbell, brings us the 5 takeaways from Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland’s 2020 fiscal update delivered on Monday, Nov. 30, 2020.

Yves Cousineau is the PIPSC's 2020 life member award winner, and Mike Murphy wins the 2020 Institute Service Award.

Canada’s public service is here for you. Learn more about the accomplishments and continuous work of Canada's largest union of professional employees in this year’s Annual Report.

In its November 30, 2020 Fall Economic Statement, the government announced a simplified tax process for Canadians claiming home office expenses.

REPORT OF VICE-PRESIDENT GARY CORBETT Presented to the 101st Annual General Meeting Fellow Members, I am pleased to have this opportunity to report of my activities of the past 11 months to the 2020 AGM.

REPORT OF THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER & EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Presented to the 101st Annual General Meeting Pandemic forces us to focus on our strategic priorities

TABLE OF CONTENTS Agenda AGM participants guide and video

DISPOSITION OF 2019 AGM RESOLUTOINS Presented to the 101st Annual General Meeting

We’re pleased that the Government of Canada is providing clear and detailed information to understand your pay stub.

REPORT OF VICE-PRESIDENT STEVE HINDLE Presented to the 101st Annual General Meeting

REPORT OF THE VICE PRESIDENT NORMA DOMEY Presented to the 101st Annual General Meeting Dear Members,