News & Issues

“At a time when Canadians are anxious about tariffs, affordability and rising costs, we need to strengthen what supports them—not weaken it," said Sean O’Reilly, President of PIPSC.

To help our members make an informed choice on April 28, we sent a non-partisan survey to Canada's major political parties. We asked the parties where they stand on the issues most important to our members. We received responses from The Green Party of Canada and the Bloc Québécois. We will provide translation of the responses as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

On March 26, 2025, your RCMP Civilian Member Bargaining Team reached a tentative agreement with Treasury Board and RCMP to conclude negotiations on the transition of Civilian Members into PIPSC collective agreements.

The Retired Members’ Guild is saddened to share the news that Noel E White, Treasurer of the NS RMG Chapter has passed away suddenly at home, at the age of 71. 

The Legacy Foundation Scholarship program is seeking volunteers to participate in the selection process for scholar applications.

U.S. federal workforce is facing unprecedented cuts under Trump's second term. Mass layoffs, research bans, funding freezes, union-busting, and DEI elimination create chaos by design. Canada should take warning, as Poilievre's rhetoric and record mirrors Trump's approach, threatening public services, pensions, and essential programs Canadians depend on.

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Delbert “Del” Dickson, a dedicated leader, passionate advocate, and cherished friend. Del’s unwavering commitment to his profession and community left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing him.

The RCMP CM Bargaining Team reached a tentative agreement with the Treasury Board Secretariat and the RCMP. The Bargaining Team will hold four virtual bilingual information sessions followed by an electronic ratification vote.   

Canada’s federal public sector needs a comprehensive and transparent approach to AI —supported by regulation and independent oversight, ongoing consultation, and collective bargaining— that addresses privacy risks, ensures employee rights, and safeguards good public sector jobs.

PIPSC, along with community and labour organizations across the country, is advocating for working people’s interests as Canada responds to new US tariffs.

We remember Pascal Sylvester Kirton Joseph, a dedicated union member who passionately advocated for workplace fairness and equity.

As members of the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada, you serve at the intersection of policy and people. This toolkit provides everything you need to know about exercising your democratic rights while making a difference for the public service.

Members of the Chalk River Professional Employees Group (CRPEG), represented by PIPSC, are considering their options -including strike action- as conciliation with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) failed to resolve a year-long impasse.

The RCMP CM bargaining team signed a tentative agreement with the Treasury Board and the RCMP. This agreement must now be ratified by the RCMP CM membership.

Almost all PIPSC Members are entitled to disability benefits through their workplace disability plan.  More information on your specific plan can be found here.

PIPSC expresses profound frustration with the Federal Court's decision to dismiss the certification of the Black Class Action lawsuit. We stand firmly with our Black members and the Black Class Action Secretariat in their pursuit of justice and will support further legal avenues to address systemic racism in the federal public service.

We condemn in the strongest terms the attacks on science and research initiated by the Trump administration and its policies.

PIPSC urges the government to continue to support Canadians by redeveloping its procurement strategy to ensure that we buy Canadian, invest Canadian, and build Canadian.

If you’re facing a WFA situation, PIPSC is here for you. You’re invited to a webinar about Workforce Adjustments in the public service and how they may affect you.

As Canada navigates a trade war with retaliatory tariffs, we find ourselves in a position of stunning contradiction says PIPSC President. While facing tariffs on $155 billion worth of American goods, and more, the Canadian government continues to send billions of Canadian tax dollars south through federal outsourcing contracts to the very nation challenging our economic sovereignty.

Nine years after its launch, the Phoenix Pay System continues to fail Canada's public servants and Canadian taxpayers while costs soar past $3.5 billion. As the government pours more money into outsourced solutions, 300,000 pay issues remain unresolved. PIPSC and CAPE presidents speak out on this ongoing crisis.

A pension waiver is a program that allows someone who resigns or is laid off because of workforce adjustment (WFA) prior to their normal retirement age (60 or 65) to receive an unadjusted pension benefit. Learn more in this web post.

Members subject to a WFA may be presented with options, some of which could have an impact on your pension.

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, PIPSC is highlighting persistent barriers faced by women scientists in federal research positions, particularly in fieldwork settings. The union has released a new report titled Gender Equity in Fieldwork: A Guide for Employees and Managers.

PIPSC has released a report documenting safety and equity challenges faced by women scientists conducting field research. The guide provides recommendations for creating more inclusive research environments across federal science-based departments.

Gender equity in fieldwork: A guide for employees and managers

Now is time for unity, solidarity and strength.

André Cantin 1942 – 2025

Federal unions representing more than 330,000 workers have launched a national campaign promoting remote work as the future of work for millions of workers in Canada.

We are deeply dismayed with the decision by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to cut 3,300 jobs within the department. By cutting these jobs, vital services will be left undelivered, impacting those who rely on them the most.

Frequently asked questions about the The Selection of Employees for Retention or Lay-Off (SERLO)

Frequently asked questions for work force adjustment (WFA) and the alternation provision available to indeterminate employees.

Frequently asked questions for work force adjustment (WFA) as it applies to indeterminate employees within the Core Public Administration where the employer is the Treasury Board.

Bargaining team meeting with the employer Your RCMP CM Bargaining Team met with representatives from the Treasury Board and the RCMP from December 17 to 19, 2024.   

The National Joint Council bargaining agents have concluded discussions with the Treasury Board regarding the long-awaited review of its public service dental care plan.

Despite high-profile scandals involving for-profit prisons,