Empowering Conversations creates spaces for focused, honest discussions that help public-service employees connect with themselves and each other regardless of their current work arrangement. Empowering Conversations address topics important to employees living the realities of the current era.

Current PSAC members working for the federal public service received general damages as part of their March 3 pay. However, several issues remain outstanding: 

• former PSAC members — including retirees — are still waiting for their general damages payments 
• current and former members who experienced out-of-pocket expenses or severe losses due to Phoenix are still waiting for the launch of a new claims process
• the Canada Revenue Agency’s decision to tax the general damages payment

“City employees provide vital services to everyone in Iqaluit, working tirelessly despite all challenges during the pandemic.” says Lorraine Rousseau, PSAC North Regional Executive Vice President. “Working together ensures that equity and fairness is maintained. We’re pleased to have reached a new agreement.”