Carney's Deputy Minister Shuffle Signals Reform Intent
PM Mark Carney's reshuffle of senior public service deputies, including Justice Marie-Josée Hogue, is a welcome first step toward fixing Ottawa's inertia. Read the analysis.
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Canada partners with Coveo to boost AI, government efficiency
The Government of Canada partners with tech firm Coveo to enhance AI capabilities and public sector efficiency. Chair Louis Tétu discusses the deal's impact on innovation and service delivery.
Canadian Private Sector Unionization Drops to 15%
New data reveals a stark divide in Canadian unionization, with public sector workers five times more likely to be unionized. Explore the trends reshaping labour.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
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.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
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.
Geotab Expands Sourcewell Contract for Public Sector
Geotab broadens its Sourcewell and Canoe Procurement contracts, adding video telematics, asset tracking, and data analytics to help Canadian public agencies optimize fleets and infrastructure.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
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.
Vancouver business council flags public vs. private sector growth gap
The Vancouver business council highlights a persistent economic concern: the stark contrast between public and private sector job growth in the region. Read the full analysis.
Quebec mandates 3-day office return for public servants
The Quebec government has mandated its public sector employees return to the office three days weekly, aligning with a broader Canadian trend. Explore the details and what it means for the future of hybrid work.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
Quebec cutting 5,000 government jobs, ordering office return
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
Budget Deception Could Lead to Higher Taxes for Canadians
Tax expert Kim Moody warns that ignoring fiscal reality and using deceptive accounting could force future tax hikes on Canadians. Read the analysis of the 2025 Public Accounts.
World AIDS Day marked by calls for criminal law reform
On World AIDS Day, Canadian activists and politicians unite to demand reform of HIV criminalization laws, emphasizing public health over punishment. Learn about the push for change.
Quebec unions file court challenge to new labour law
Major Quebec unions have launched a legal challenge against the province's new labour legislation designed to limit strikes. The move follows large-scale protests in Montreal.
Alberta Doctors Support New Public-Private Surgery Plan
Alberta physicians explain why expanding private delivery within the public health system can improve access to timely care and reduce wait times for essential surgeries.
Ontario Moves to Reinstate Cash Bail System
Ontario plans controversial legislation to require cash deposits for bail, reversing 50+ years of Canadian legal practice. Critics question constitutionality amid public safety concerns.
Ontario's New 'Buy Ontario' Act Protects Local Jobs
Ontario's new legislation mandates public sector to prioritize local goods and services first, supporting provincial businesses and workers as part of a $220-billion economic plan.
Quebec pharmacists launch legal fight against Bill 2
Quebec pharmacy owners are taking the government to court over Bill 2, calling it a 'serious threat' to their business model and claiming it disrupts negotiation rights.
Alberta's $6.7B Education Challenge: New Approach Needed
Alberta invests $6.7 billion annually in higher education, but experts argue the province must rethink its approach to human capital development for future success.
Alberta's public-private doctor plan faces criticism
Alberta's proposal allowing physicians to work in both public and private systems raises concerns about healthcare equity. Critics warn this could create two-tier medicine in the province.
Manitoba throne speech: New overpass, sick note ban
Manitoba's government unveils throne speech with infrastructure investments and healthcare reforms. New Winnipeg overpass and ban on sick notes among key promises.
Justice Reform Demanded After Killer's Release
Families and advocates demand justice system reform following the controversial release of a man convicted of killing two Indigenous women. Read about the ongoing fight for accountability.
Ontario eyes public sex offender registry changes
Ontario government explores making parts of sex offender registry public. Premier Doug Ford announces potential reforms to enhance community safety and transparency.
Quebec doctors protest health reform, warn of exodus
Dozens of pediatricians protested Quebec's Bill 2, warning it will trigger a doctor exodus and cripple children's preventive care. Learn how this impacts healthcare.
Exonerated man wins New Orleans Clerk of Court election
Calvin Duncan, whose murder conviction was overturned, elected as New Orleans Clerk of Court in a remarkable political comeback. Read his inspiring journey from prison to public office.
400 Quebec doctors apply to leave after health bill
Nearly 400 Quebec physicians have applied to practice elsewhere in Canada following the controversial Bill 2, marking a significant departure from historical trends. Read more about the healthcare exodus.
Saskatchewan's Tax Reform Opportunity in Canada
Saskatchewan could pioneer innovative corporate tax reforms while federal government avoids substantive changes. Researcher Ty Thiessen explains this economic opportunity.
Why Manufacturing Tax Incentives Don't Work in Canada
Economist Jack Mintz argues Canada's 50-year experiment with manufacturing tax preferences has failed. True economic growth requires market-driven productivity improvements, not government favoritism.
Murder suspect had 4 release orders before Vaughan killing
Amir Abuhmaid, charged with murdering Abdul Farooqi in Vaughan home invasion, was out on four court release orders. 16-year-old Jayshaun Williams remains at large.
Coaldale ends lockout with new 4-year AUPE deal
The Town of Coaldale and AUPE reach a new four-year collective agreement, ending a two-month lockout. Workers secure a 12% wage increase and improved benefits.
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