Unions seek government to fix Phoenix problems ‘once and for all’
The most recent data shows a backlog of 372,000 transactions, of which 53 per cent were more than a year old.
Is the public service ready for a big Trump policy shift?
The push for a more autonomous Canada could seriously reshape government. Without major reforms, many fear the public service isn’t equipped for it.
Liberal candidates’ procurement pitches fail to address the long-standing issues, say observers
Some of the proposals ‘sound more like slogans’ that don’t point to ‘some sort of specific program,’ says procurement expert Richard Shimooka.
Reinventing Canadian public services: use technology to drive outcomes
As we watch the U.S. transform, we must also leverage technology to rethink our approach to public service.
MP, Senate groups to convene during prorogation to talk Hill reno plans
Spending on the Centre Block project, which includes construction of the new underground Parliament Welcome Centre, recently passed the billion-dollar mark.
Hearts and minds: premiers’ mission won’t change Trump’s tack, but can still help Canada, say politicos
Economic measures like procurement bans and retaliatory tariffs can be used against the U.S., but a non-threatening approach would better resonate with Americans, says former Ontario deputy premier Dwight Duncan.
Efficiency reviews, higher CAF salaries, procurement czars: Liberal leadership hopefuls’ public service promises
Reaching two per cent of GDP on defence spending is a priority for some candidates, while others look to federal office space and counter-measures to U.S. tariffs.
‘Big Four’ consultants raked in over $220-million in federal contracts last year, despite plans to cut spending
Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux says 2024 spending on consultants seems ‘a bit high’ given the feds’ commitment to curbing its reliance on external contractors.
Feds eye March decision on replacing problem-plagued Phoenix payroll system
The government could replace the Phoenix payroll system in 2026-27, with officials deciding by March whether to greenlight the new Dayforce system depending on the outcome of testing.
Former top bureaucrat calls for major overhaul of the federal government
Ex-Privy Council clerk Michael Wernick argues that many of government structures are no longer fit for purpose.
