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PIPSC submits recommendations for government in pre-budget consultation
PIPSC submits recommendations for government in pre-budget consultation

22 May 2026

21 hours ago

Canada faces increasingly complex pressures, including climate-related disasters, public health threats, cybersecurity risks, economic uncertainty, and rapid technological change. Meeting these challenges requires a modern, well-supported, and evidence-driven public service with the institutional knowledge and professional capacity to respond effectively. Fiscal responsibility and institutional capacity should not be treated as competing objectives.  PIPSC recognizes the …

PIPSC members to rally in Halifax against federal job cuts 
PIPSC members to rally in Halifax against federal job cuts 

22 May 2026

21 hours ago

Halifax, May 22 2026 – Over 100 federal employees, mainly members of the  Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada, are gathering in Halifax at lunch time today to protest federal job cuts and Workforce Adjustment measures affecting public service professionals across the country. “When public service jobs are cut, Canadians lose expertise they …

PIPSC calls on CRA to pause rushed return-to-office expansion
PIPSC calls on CRA to pause rushed return-to-office expansion

14 May 2026

1 week ago

Public servants know what happens when the federal government pushes ahead before the basics are ready. They saw it with the problem-plagued Phoenix pay system, where warnings were ignored, implementation was rushed, and workers were left to deal with the consequences for years. Now, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) employees are seeing that pattern take shape …

Who replaces New Brunswick’s public veterinarians? New ad campaign demands answers
Who replaces New Brunswick’s public veterinarians? New ad campaign demands answers

14 May 2026

1 week ago

Fredericton, New Brunswick, May 14, 2026 — A new radio and digital ad campaign is calling on New Brunswickers to help save the province’s public veterinarians before critical services are eliminated and privatized. Launched by the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), the campaign is asking the question the Holt government still …

National Public Service Week: Take part and win!
National Public Service Week: Take part and win!

13 May 2026

1 week ago

National Public Service Week (NPSW) is happening from June 14 to June 20. To highlight the hard work you do for Canadians, we’re running a contest to build momentum for fair and flexible work in the public service.  The more you take part, the more chances you have to win one of 2 $100 gift …

15 May 2026
Meet & Greet — IT South Vancouver Island Sub-Group

The South Vancouver Island IT Sub-Group is pleased to invite members to an evening meet and greet with your local executive team and members of the PIPSC National Executive, including President Sean O’Reilly. When: Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Where: Aegir Room, 500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 5C1 Join …

4 Jun 2026 - 4 Jun 2026
Meet & Greet — IT South Vancouver Island Sub-Group

The South Vancouver Island IT Sub-Group is pleased to invite members to an evening meet and greet with your local executive team and members of the PIPSC National Executive, including President Sean O’Reilly. When: Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:00 PM Where: Aegir Room, 500 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC V8V 5C1 https://aegirroom.ca/ Join us for …

15 May 2026
Join us in Victoria for networking!

The BC Yukon Region Young Professionals Committee cordially invites young professionals (aged 40 and under) to an evening of networking, drinks, and appies in Victoria. Spots are very limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. When: Thursday, June 04, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM Where: Belleville’s (427 Belleville St., Victoria, BC V8V …

12 May 2026
Steps for Science: Join us for a rally against WFA and RTO4 in Vancouver!

You’re invited to Steps for Science: A rally against WFA and RTO4 in Vancouver! It takes experts to run a country. When scientists are cut, risks increase. Cuts today, crisis tomorrow.  Rally with your PIPSC SP colleagues outside 401 Burrard Street in Vancouver to protect our critical systems and stand up for our scientific experts. When: …

8 May 2026
Victoria Branch Annual BBQ

We are excited to invite you to the PIPSC Victoria Branch Annual BBQ on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 5 PM. The BBQ will be held at the Gunroom at Work Point Nixon Building, 1367 Victoria View Road, Work Point. It’s a wonderful opportunity to relax, enjoy great food, connect with fellow members, and learn more about the …