National Managers’ Community (NMC) Newsletter – December 2023

As the year comes to a close, we reflect on the moments that have shaped us and the accomplishments that have defined our journey. On behalf of the NMC team, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of you, as well as to our partners, for your unwavering support and collaboration.

Looking back on this year’s accomplishments, the NMC is pleased to have contributed to the wellness and development of leaders throughout the GC by delivering 17 in-person events and numerous virtual offerings. All of which earned us valuable recognition for the benefit of building meaningful connections!

On behalf of the NMC, we wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season and a prosperous New Year. May the coming year bring you happiness, good health, and success in all your endeavors.

Thank you for being an integral part of our community, and we look forward to continued collaboration in the upcoming year.

Warmest wishes on behalf of the NMC team,
Camille, Pauline, Geneviève, Meredith, Kristine, Martine, Julie, and Jon

Events and Celebrations

Digital-Era Government Reform: Keeping Pace with Global Leaders

Governments across the globe are reforming their governance structures, policies, and services to modernize their operations in response to new digital contexts and realities. This event identifies key trends in international digital government reform, how Canada compares, and what changes the Government of Canada should consider when reforming operations in this digital era.

December 20, 2023 | Virtual | Register here

Career Boot Camp 2024

Career Boot Camp is one of the biggest learning events of the year and is focused on providing tangible career resources to all public servants! Organized by the Federal Youth Network, you will hear conferences from diverse speakers who will educate and inspire you as well as answer your questions regarding the career development in the GC. We encourage you and your employee to register. Visit the wiki page for additional information.

January 16 to 25, 2024 |Virtual see agenda for session details| Register here

GC Data Conference 2024: From Insight to Foresight

The annual GC Data Conference, now in its eighth year, is the primary forum for managers, analysts, and practitioners to discuss the latest topics and trends in data, including using artificial intelligence responsibly, data and process automation, and applying human-centred principles to data activities.

Don’t miss out on this chance to hear from over 60 prominent data leaders, upskill yourself and your team, and advance data applications across government.

February 21 to 22, 2024 | 10:30 to 16:15 (ET) | Virtual, and waitlist for limited in-person participation | Register here

Spotlight on Resources

Seeking managers – Pilot of the CSPS course redesign for Staffing for Managers

The Canada School of Public Service is currently seeking managers interested in participating in the pilot phase of the course redesign for COR132: Staffing for Managers.

To participate, you must:

Have completed the course: Basics of Staffing in the Public Service (COR111)
Be available for 5.5 hours at your own pace during the week of February 12 (online portion) and 6 hours during the week of February 19 (virtual portion):
- February 22, 1:30 to 4:00 pm (ET): 1^st part with facilitator, in English
- February 23, 1:30 to 4:00 pm (ET): 2^nd part with facilitator, in English

Details on the French pilot are available in the French version of this newsletter. Please submit your contact details (name, title, course language, management experience) by December 20^th to frederic.masse@csps-efpc.gc.ca .

Looking for employees who launched their careers as Government of Canada students!

The Public Service Commission of Canada is on a mission to recruit fresh and diverse talent to the public service. And we believe that no one can tell a story better than those who have lived it. That’s where you come in! We’re calling on you, managers, to help us find the gems we’re looking for!

We’re searching for exceptional federal public servants who have launched their careers through our student recruitment programs (Federal Student Work Experience Program, Post-Secondary Co-op/Internship Program or Research Affiliate Program). We’re looking for people to become spokespersons for public service career paths and our student programs, by sharing their journey and inspiring the next generation of public servants. This would require only a few hours of their time.

Have someone in mind? We’d be delighted if you could pass along this interest form and encourage them to fill it out as soon as possible.

Explore the Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN) Program’s New Talent Pools

The Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN) Program, delivered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), helps managers find mid-career professionals quickly by providing access to pools of highly qualified newcomers to Canada. This initiative also addresses key barriers that newcomers face in entering the labour market.

This year’s talent pools are now open to meet your recruitment needs, offering a record high of 219 aspiring candidates who receive wrap-around support and training for a seamless start in government careers.

Visit the IRCC website to learn all about the FIN program and how to get started

Empowering Indigenous Success: Enroll your students in the Indigenous Student Employment Opportunity

If not already registered, the Indigenous Centre of Expertise at the Public Service Commission of Canada invites you to encourage your Indigenous students to register to the Indigenous Student Employment Opportunity (ISEO), a support program for students who identify as Indigenous and are currently employed by the Government of Canada. Don’t delay! We have events planned for the Winter.

Once the registration is complete, the Indigenous Centre of Expertise will email students with information about the resources available to them, including events and the mentorship program.

For more information contact the Indigenous Centre of Expertise, Public Service Commission: Indigenous recruitment – Information for hiring managers

Consultation session with managers – TBS draft Guidelines on Second Official Language Training 

The Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) is developing a new Language Training Framework that will include Guidelines for Second Official Language Training. To finalize the new guidelines, TBS would like to consult with a small group of managers on December 14 from 1:00 to 2:00 pm (ET), to ensure that the key concepts have been included in the guidelines. If you wish to participate in the consultation session, please send your name and the name of your orgnization to OLCE-2OL-Learning_CELO-Apprentissage-2LO@tbs-sct.gc.ca by December 12.

Regional News

Atlantic

National Capital Region

Save the Date for next Managers Connect Event in NCR

Save the date for the next Managers Connect in-person event in the NCR in the new year (tentative date in mid-February). Make sure you’re on the interested in participating list and we’ll send you an email when registration opens!

Quebec & Nunavut

Save the Date for next Managers Connect Event in Iqaluit

Save the date for the next Managers Connect in-person event in Iqaluit on February 27 and 28. Make sure you’re on the interested in participating list and we’ll send you an email when registration opens!

Generation Z: an inevitable revolution in the world of work?

Born between 1995 and 2010, Generation Z is just entering the job market and is already making a significant mark. How can we attract and motivate them, while enabling them to develop their full potential? How can we take advantage of their unique characteristics? How can we facilitate effective collaboration between multi-generational teams?

Hosted by François Cardinal, Assistant Editor and Vice-President, Information at La Presse, this free webinar (in French only) will allow you to explore the distinctive traits of Generation Z and how it will shape the future of the professional world, in the company of our 3 panelists:

Alain Gosselin, Professor Emeritus, HEC Montréal
Marie-Antoinette Diop, Director, Strategy and Policy, Quebec Brewers Association
Sarah Legendre Bilodeau, Founding President, Videns Analytics and Lecturer, HEC Montréal

February 6, 2024 | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET) | Virtual (French)| Register here

Ontario

Register for the Managers Connect event in Toronto

In partnership with the Ontario Government’s Leadership Network (OLN), the National Managers’ Community – Ontario Region is thrilled to announce an in-person Managers Connect day in Toronto.

This event is designed to assist managers in creating environments where their teams can address what it means to work in a modern, digital public service. Through interactive workshops, panel discussions, open Q&A sessions, and speed mentoring sessions facilitated by various executives, managers will have the chance to learn the essential skills required to navigate this evolving work landscape.

February 1, 2024 | In Person, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (ET) |Register here

Welcome to NMC’s new Ontario Champion Jaime Burke

Meredith Richmond, the NMC Ontario Regional Lead, along with the Ontario Steering Committee, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jaime Burke as the new Champion. Jaime Burke, serving as the Regional Director for Arts and Heritage at Canadian Heritage, has demonstrated enduring support for the Ontario Federal Council. We are delighted to welcome her as a valued addition to our team.

More information on the NMC Ontario regional connection here

Prairies & Northern Territories

British Columbia & Yukon

Contact us to learn more about the NMC
and how we can help support managers

Atlantic | BC-Yukon | Quebec-Nunavut
National Capital
Ontario | Prairies-NWT
Email: nmc-cng@csps-efpc.gc.ca

[6 December 2023]

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