On May 22, 2026, the NRC sent an email to employees stating its intent to increase prescribed on-site presence to 4 days a week, starting July 6th. In response to this communication, we felt it necessary to share our perspective and address assertions that bargaining agents were consulted prior to this communication.
While the NRC stated its intent to follow the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) directive at the most recent consultation meeting, there was no new information from the NRC nor meaningful input, discussion or feedback. Union group representatives reiterated that consultation related to on-site presence prior to any further announcements would help ensure greater clarity and transparency than in previous on-site mandates.
In late March, a joint letter was sent to NRC President Mitch Davies from PIPSC and RCEA representatives requesting consultation on the subject, outlining our concerns and offering to work collaboratively. We have yet to receive a response.
We are disappointed by the lack of opportunity to discuss our members’ concerns and the characterization that the bargaining agents had been consulted when they had not been.
The TBS directive is not supported by data or evidence and our members have continuously demonstrated their ability to work effectively and efficiently from remote locations. PIPSC will continue to contest the one size fits all on-site mandate at upcoming consultation meetings and in bargaining discussions.
If you have any questions, please send an email rorco@pipsc.ca.