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To help our members make an informed choice on April 28, we sent a non-partisan survey to Canada's major political parties. We asked the parties where they stand on the issues most important to our members. We received responses from The Green Party of Canada and the Bloc Québécois. We will provide translation of the responses as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

The Legacy Foundation Scholarship program is seeking volunteers to participate in the selection process for scholar applications.

U.S. federal workforce is facing unprecedented cuts under Trump's second term. Mass layoffs, research bans, funding freezes, union-busting, and DEI elimination create chaos by design. Canada should take warning, as Poilievre's rhetoric and record mirrors Trump's approach, threatening public services, pensions, and essential programs Canadians depend on.

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Delbert “Del” Dickson, a dedicated leader, passionate advocate, and cherished friend. Del’s unwavering commitment to his profession and community left a lasting impact on those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Canada’s federal public sector needs a comprehensive and transparent approach to AI —supported by regulation and independent oversight, ongoing consultation, and collective bargaining— that addresses privacy risks, ensures employee rights, and safeguards good public sector jobs.

PIPSC, along with community and labour organizations across the country, is advocating for working people’s interests as Canada responds to new US tariffs.

We remember Pascal Sylvester Kirton Joseph, a dedicated union member who passionately advocated for workplace fairness and equity.

Members of the Chalk River Professional Employees Group (CRPEG), represented by PIPSC, are considering their options -including strike action- as conciliation with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) failed to resolve a year-long impasse.

Almost all PIPSC Members are entitled to disability benefits through their workplace disability plan.  More information on your specific plan can be found here.

PIPSC expresses profound frustration with the Federal Court's decision to dismiss the certification of the Black Class Action lawsuit. We stand firmly with our Black members and the Black Class Action Secretariat in their pursuit of justice and will support further legal avenues to address systemic racism in the federal public service.

We condemn in the strongest terms the attacks on science and research initiated by the Trump administration and its policies.

PIPSC urges the government to continue to support Canadians by redeveloping its procurement strategy to ensure that we buy Canadian, invest Canadian, and build Canadian.

As Canada navigates a trade war with retaliatory tariffs, we find ourselves in a position of stunning contradiction says PIPSC President. While facing tariffs on $155 billion worth of American goods, and more, the Canadian government continues to send billions of Canadian tax dollars south through federal outsourcing contracts to the very nation challenging our economic sovereignty.

Nine years after its launch, the Phoenix Pay System continues to fail Canada's public servants and Canadian taxpayers while costs soar past $3.5 billion. As the government pours more money into outsourced solutions, 300,000 pay issues remain unresolved. PIPSC and CAPE presidents speak out on this ongoing crisis.

On International Day of Women and Girls in Science, PIPSC is highlighting persistent barriers faced by women scientists in federal research positions, particularly in fieldwork settings. The union has released a new report titled Gender Equity in Fieldwork: A Guide for Employees and Managers.

PIPSC has released a report documenting safety and equity challenges faced by women scientists conducting field research. The guide provides recommendations for creating more inclusive research environments across federal science-based departments.

Now is time for unity, solidarity and strength.

Federal unions representing more than 330,000 workers have launched a national campaign promoting remote work as the future of work for millions of workers in Canada.

We are deeply dismayed with the decision by Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to cut 3,300 jobs within the department. By cutting these jobs, vital services will be left undelivered, impacting those who rely on them the most.

As we welcome 2025, I am both humbled and energized to address you as your new president. Before looking ahead, I want to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable year we've had.

The National Joint Council bargaining agents have concluded discussions with the Treasury Board regarding the long-awaited review of its public service dental care plan.

Despite high-profile scandals involving for-profit prisons,

The fight for Canada Post is a fight for all public services. PIPSC joins postal workers defending good jobs and universal delivery against 'gig economy' pressure. Join their picket line to show your support

Pay Equity is more than just a legal requirement; it's a call to action to eliminate unjust wage discrimination between men and women. Your PIPSC staff and stewards have been working hard to apply these laws at 18 different pay equity tables for our members.

PIPSC, CAPE, PSAC and the Indigenous Federal Employees Network (IFEN) are calling on the Treasury Board to uphold the remote work exception for Indigenous federal employees and ensure its consistent enforcement across all departments.

PIPSC strongly opposes the government's decision to transfer $1.9 billion from the Public Service Pension Plan to its general revenue, a move that ignores workers' equal contributions to the plan.

PIPSC is calling for immediate action from Treasury Board president Anita Anand to clarify the standalone rights of Indigenous employees to work remotely from their communities.

PIPSC takes our members’ privacy extremely seriously.

In 2024, we awarded scholarships to 21 laureates.

In 2023, we awarded scholarships to 20 laureates.

These cuts can be seen as an indication of broader workforce adjustments across the public service.

Over 200 members joined consultations, which resulted in 16 key recommendations.

  We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all candidates for their courage, dedication, and commitment in participating in this year’s National Election. Your willingness to step forward, share your vision, and represent our collective values is truly inspiring.

Following a disappointing meeting with Treasury Board Secretariat, PIPSC is voicing concerns over the government’s approach to public service cuts.

The fund aims to support the professional development of over 20,000 IT practitioners in the Government of Canada (GC) and was established under the latest collective bargaining agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC)

Pay Equity is more than just a legal requirement; it's a call to action to eliminate unjust wage discrimination between men and women. Your PIPSC staff and stewards have been working hard to apply these laws at 18 different pay equity tables for our members.