The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
The Greater Essex County District School Board has filled two vacant trustee positions. Learn about the new appointees and their roles in local education governance.
The Parole Board of Canada has granted escorted temporary absences to Elaine Campione, convicted of drowning her two young daughters in Barrie in 2006. Read the latest on this controversial decision.
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Brian Kenneth Widman, who killed his 15-year-old girlfriend in Coquitlam in 2006, has been denied parole again. The Parole Board of Canada says he still poses too great a risk to society. Read the full decision details.
Ten applicants are set for interviews to fill two sudden trustee vacancies on the Greater Essex County District School Board. The successful candidates will serve until the 2026 municipal election.
New Brunswick drivers got a break at the pumps as the Energy and Utilities Board made a surprise weekend adjustment, lowering gasoline prices by 7.9 cents per litre. Get the details on this significant price drop.
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
The 21st season of Canada's Capital Cappies celebrates student theatre excellence. Discover the shows, schools, and how to support young artists in Ottawa.
Canada's Supreme Court will hear the English Montreal School Board's challenge to Quebec's secularism law, Bill 21, on March 23. This follows a 2024 Quebec Court of Appeal decision. Read the latest.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra states trustees are unlikely to return to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in the near future. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
The Greater Essex County District School Board is accepting applications until Dec. 10 to fill two trustee vacancies. Learn about eligibility and how to apply for these key public education roles.
The federal government has begun notifying 68,000 public servants about a new early retirement program, a key step in its plan to cut 40,000 jobs from the bureaucracy. Learn the eligibility criteria and what the union says.
The federal government has begun a major downsizing, issuing nearly 70,000 early-retirement notices with $1.5B in incentives. Learn how this impacts the public service.
This versatile bamboo charcuterie set from Amazon, now 32% off, is perfect for holidays, game nights, or casual snacking. Reviewers love its durability and design.
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expresses confidence the Supreme Court will uphold the legality of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. Get the latest on this pivotal trade policy case.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Public service unions are pressing the government for details on rumours of a full-time office mandate, calling any such plan 'reckless and out of touch.' Get the latest updates.
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra appoints himself as interim supervisor of the Near North District School Board, citing incompetence. This marks the sixth board placed under provincial supervision.
The Canadian government has launched a public AI register detailing over 400 systems across 42 institutions. Discover how AI is transforming public service from chatbots to insect identification.
A technical error in payroll processing has left hundreds of Greater Essex County District School Board employees without payment. Learn about the impact and response.
Boehringer Ingelheim announces Harsha Deshmukh's appointment to Board of Managing Directors for IT and Global Business Services effective February 2026.
Vancouver School Board names the new Coal Harbour school Seaside Elementary. Set to open near capacity in 2025, it will relieve overcrowding in downtown schools.
Waterloo school board faces legal action after mandating land acknowledgements without debate. Professor challenges compelled speech in Ontario education system.
A Barrie school board has failed in its legal attempt to remove an elected trustee. Learn about the court's decision and its implications for educational governance in Ontario.
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
The Calgary Board of Education settles a class-action lawsuit for $15.77 million over abuse by former teachers at John Ware School. Read the full story and apology.
The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board establishes its new London headquarters at 300 Tartan Drive, marking a significant development for the city's business landscape.