Difference between Self Declaration and Self Identification
Dear colleagues and friends,
Please find here a clearer explanation of the difference between self declaration and self identification.
Self-declaration
Self-declaration applies in three specific situations:
- when you’re applying for a job
- during the Alternation process
- during the Selection of Employees for Retention or Lay-off (SERLO) process
Some federal public service jobs are open only to people who self-declare as members of one of the 4 Employment Equity groups. To apply for those jobs, if you belong to at least one of these groups, you’ll need to self-declare when you apply.
Managers may also take EE into account as an organizational need when selecting candidates through the Alternation or SERLO process.
For more details, please visit the Self-Declaration Information page.
Self-identification (Self-ID)
Self-ID applies to all employees. When you join a new department, you must complete the Self-ID form and questionnaire (only section A is mandatory). You can update your Self-ID information at any time.
Self-ID is used to produce statistics that give us a richer, more accurate picture of who we are in the public service and to what extent different groups of people are represented or underrepresented. These statistics help inform research, programs and policies that support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Self-identifying as Indigenous
On GCxchange, you’ll find Things to think about when self-identifying as Indigenous for work. It provides helpful context for Indigenous employees.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Stay safe, stay well!
Respectfully,
Waheed Khan
President, National Consultation Team