- Top 3 Things Managers should know about… Being Brief
- GC Data Conference 2025: Empowering Insight and Action
- Call for nominations: 2025 Digital Government Community Awards
- Dr. Zellars Presents to Managers: A Study of the Black Executive Community in the Federal Public Service
- Duty to Accommodate (DTA) – Information Session and Resources for Managers
- All Eyes on Official Languages
- Launch of MyGCPay External for All
- New Course: Using Strategic Thinking as a Manager
- New Course on Misinformation and Disinformation
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NMC News
25 Years Strong – A Community Built by Managers, for Managers
For a quarter of a century the NMC has connected managers, fostered collaboration, and provided a space to share insights and best practices. As we celebrate this milestone, we’re reminded that our strength comes from you; managers across the country who drive a dynamic and forward-thinking Public Service.
In 2004, the Hay Group was commissioned to conduct an external review, and their report highlighted a vision that still rings true today:
“The NMC had the capacity to reach the entire managerial community in the public service in a non-fragmented, holistic manner and was the sole body through which the entire community of public service managers could be addressed.”
To learn more about the NMC’s journey since 2000, click here.
NMC is Moving to GCWiki!
As GCArticles and GCconnex are phased out, we’re making an important shift to GCWiki. This will be our new home for sharing updates, resources, and upcoming events. To stay in the know, update your bookmarks and visit our GCWiki page now: National Managers’ Community (NMC) – wiki.
Events and Celebrations
NMC Top 3 Things Managers should know about Being Brief: Tips to prepare and deliver a successful briefing.
Join our Top 3 Series on Feb 18th with Sabrina Andee, Director, Enterprise Project Management Office, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Briefing is an important skill whether you need to communicate with your colleagues, your immediate supervisor, your deputy minister, or your minister. This event will share some tips and tricks to help you deliver a successful briefing at all levels.
February 18, 2025| Virtual| English session : 12:00 to 1:00 pm (ET) |
French session : 2:00 to 3:00 pm (ET)
GC Data Conference 2025: Empowering Insight and Action
Visit GC Data Conference 2025 : Discover the line-up of speakers, explore the full agenda and the video for the GC Data Conference 2025.
The GC Data Conference, now in its ninth year, is the primary forum for public servants and data leaders to increase awareness, share knowledge, and be inspired by data innovations from across the Government of Canada and beyond.
With the theme of “Empowering Insight and Action,” this year’s conference will explore how people play an active role in strengthening data stewardship, how enhancing data knowledge can support the progression from data literacy to data fluency, and how the government is unlocking scientific data for the benefit of Canadians and the planet.
This event is delivered in partnership with Fisheries and Oceans Canada, with the subject-matter support and expertise of the GC Data Community.
February 19 and 20, 2025|Hybrid|2 days|Register here
Call for nominations: 2025 Digital Government Community Awards
Know someone or a team advancing digital standards? Nominate them for the 2025 Digital Awards by Sunday, February 23.
These Awards, hosted by the Chief Information Officer of Canada, recognize excellence in delivering results for Canadians through digital tools and practices. Submit nominations via GCxchange.
Dr. Zellars Presents to Managers: A Study of the Black Executive Community in the Federal Public Service
As managers, we play a crucial role in creating an inclusive work environment, by leading by example and taking action to address abusive or discriminatory behaviour – towards team members, peers, ourselves, and others. On Friday, February 28, join the National Managers’ Community (NMC) for a virtual session with Dr. Rachel Zellars, where she will present and discuss her recent Study on the Black Executive Community in the Federal Public Service. This session will include a question-and-answer period with Dr. Zellars and the Black Executives Network.
We encourage you to review the Report prior to the session to fully benefit from this important conversation.
The session will be primarily in English with French supports, please feel free to participate in the language of your choice.
Note that this session will address issues of harassment and discrimination in the public service, which may be difficult for some to hear. We encourage you to consult with the Employee Assistance Services.
February 28, 2025 |Virtual| 1:30 PM to 3 PM (ET)|Register here
Duty to Accommodate (DTA) – Information Session and Resources for Managers
Join the NMC and the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer for an information session on DTA to help you navigate accommodation requests with confidence!
Enhance your ability to make informed decisions in your role as manager and foster inclusive and productive workplaces.
- Understand your legal obligations;
- Effectively manage requests in a proactive and timely manner;
- Learn what resources are available to support you;
- Contribute to a barrier-free workplace.
March 18, 2025| Virtual| Register: English session : 12:00 to 1:00 pm (ET) |
French session : 2:00 to 3:00 pm (ET)
Spotlight on Resources
All Eyes on Official Languages
Official languages workshops now available for federal public servants. These free workshops will help you to better understand your responsibilities and your obligations regarding official languages. You will also have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the tools and resources available to you to support the implementation of the Official Languages Act in your organization.
Find out more and register here
Launch of MyGCPay External for All
The Client Contact Centre MyGCPay Management Team is excited to announce that Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) launched MyGCPay External Access for all Government of Canada employees on January 20, 2025. This allows current and former federal government employees to securely access their pay and benefits from outside the Government of Canada network. Employees within departments serviced by MyGCHR will also have external access to their human resource information within MyGCPay via the HR tab. Additionally, MyGCPay will remain fully accessible via the GC network.
Initially launched to address the needs of employees on leave or those leaving the public service, it is now accessible to all current employees as well.
To support users and for instructions on how to register, visit the MyGCPay External page: MyGCPay external access – Canada.ca
New Course: Using Strategic Thinking as a Manager
This online self-paced course explores the attributes of strategic thinkers and provides practical tools for combining creativity and analysis to make better decisions and become more effective leaders.
Find out more and register here
New Course on Misinformation and Disinformation
Misinformation and disinformation are circulating at unprecedented levels across the information ecosystem. This CSPS self-paced course explores why they exist, who is creating them, and the risks they pose to society. Participants will acquire strategies to identify and reduce the spread of false and manipulated information in their everyday lives.
With PMAs for next fiscal underway, you can encourage your employees to add this course to their learning plans.
To learn more, please visit Untangling Misinformation and Disinformation.
Regional News
Atlantic
Networking breakfast for supervisors and managers in Atlantic
The National Managers’ Community is organizing a networking breakfast for supervisors and managers. Taking advantage of the time of day when people are refreshed, this friendly event is a unique opportunity to meet your peers, expand your professional network, and share experiences and ideas in a relaxed setting (perhaps while enjoying a coffee!). Join your host at the following location:
Miramichi Networking Breakfast – February 27, 2025
- Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
- Time: 8:00 to 10:00 am (AT)
- Locations: Rodd Miramichi River, 1809 Water Street Miramichi, NB E1N 1B2
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
Details and registration here.
Fredericton Networking Breakfast – February 28, 2025
- Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Time: 9:00 to 10:00 am (AT)
- Locations: Grain & Grind Coffee Co. (Picaroon’s Roadhouse), 912 Union Street Fredericton, NB E3A 3P7
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
National Capital Region
Ontario
Toronto – Workshop on Building Individual Resiliency Pathway
This in-person workshop is designed to empower you with personalized insights and actionable steps to guide you in building an individualized self-care pathway to resiliency and self-compassion.
Learn practical skills to enhance your psychological and emotional resilience, allowing you to navigate life’s challenges with greater strength and confidence. We’ll explore developing a healthy view of self, fostering coping flexibility, and discovering effective strategies to manage stress.
Workshop delivered by Dr. Katy Kamkar, PhD, C.Psych, Associate Ombud, Mental Health and Clinical Psychologist.
February 26, 2025 |In-Person Toronto| 9:30 to 12:00 PM (ET)|Register here
Networking activities for supervisors and managers in Ontario
Do you have the winter blahs? Or a weakness for a good food in the company of fellow managers and supervisors?
Join members of the National Managers’ Community (NMC) for these networking opportunities to meet your peers, expand your professional network, and share experiences and ideas in a relaxed setting.
Mississauga Networking Lunch – February 18, 2025
- Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
- Time: 12 noon to 2:00 pm (ET)
- Locations: Miga Korean BBQ Restaurant at 2382 Dundas Street West, Mississauga
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
Details and registration here.
North York Networking Breakfast – March 6, 2025
- Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025
- Time: 8:00 to 9:30 am (ET)
- Locations: Café Landwer located at 5000 Yonge Street, North York
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
Details and registration here.
Scarborough – Networking Lunch – April 10, 2025
- Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
- Time: 12 noon to 2:00 pm (ET)
- Locations: Milestones located at 300 Borough Drive, Unit 1001, Scarborough
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
Quebec & Nunavut
NMC Virtual Coffee Chat
We are pleased to introduce a new networking activity to start the year: the Virtual Coffee Chat. It pairs two managers from different departments or agencies every six weeks for an informal 20 minute discussion. Suggested discussion topics will be provided, but you are also free to explore any topic of your choice.
The pairings will be coordinated by the NCM and instructions sent to both managers. The first meeting will take place during the week of February 17, 2025.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to sophie.laflamme@csps-efpc.gc.ca.
Quebec Federal Council’s Innovation Lab (Lab)
The mission of the Quebec Federal Council’s Innovation Lab (Lab) is to support federal public servants in the Quebec region in their projects to innovate, collaborate and develop their digital agility. The Lab offers a range of customized services to stimulate creativity and improve productivity.
Lab services include :
- Facilitation services: Personalized facilitation to encourage creative thinking and generate innovative ideas tailored to our customers’ specific challenges.
- Technology training: MS365 and SharePoint training to enhance the skills and optimize the productivity of federal public servants.
- Brainstorming sessions: We use creative thinking techniques to explore unconventional solutions.
- Team and communication charters: We help create charters to strengthen team collaboration and productivity.
For more details, consult the service offer or write to cfqlabinnovation-qfcinnovationlab@dec-ced.gc.ca
Prairies & Northwest Territories
Networking breakfast for supervisors and managers in Edmonton
On Tuesday, February 18, come join the National Managers’ Community (NMC) in Edmonton for a networking breakfast with other managers and supervisors!
This friendly event is a unique opportunity to meet your peers, expand your professional network, and share experiences and ideas in a relaxed setting.
- Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025
- Time: 9:00 to 11:00 am (MT)
- Location: OEB Breakfast Co, 10174 100A St (Howard St), Edmonton
- Cost : Everyone pays for their own food
To register: NMC Networking Breakfast Edmonton
British Columbia & Yukon
Opening the Door to Mental Health – Annual Symposium
The NMC is a a proud supporter of the Opening the Door to Mental Health Symposium, an annual event sponsored by the British Columbia Federal Council which aims to provide expert training, differing perspectives and advice, and conversations related to mental health, including how we can all focus on kindness, respect, empathy while building psychological safety in the workplace.
Opening the Door to Mental Health – Annual Symposium
In-Person Viewing for Dr. Zellars Presentation to Managers: A Study of the Black Executive Community in the Federal Public Service
Join your NMC Regional Lead, Jon, on February 28th, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm (ET) for a in-Person Viewing at the Canada School of Public Service office, Library Square (4th floor) for Dr. Zellars Presents to Managers: A Study of the Black Executive Community in the Federal Public Service. This virtual event features Dr. Rachel Zellars presenting her study, followed by a Q&A session. The in-Person Viewing will provide an opportunity to engage with the event in person.
Seating is limited, so please confirm your attendance by registering to this MSForm or contact jon.hoogerdyk@csps-efpc.gc.ca. Don’t miss this chance to participate and connect!
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