News Archives 2018

  • Happy Holidays!

    Happy Holidays to all!

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  • JLP takes part in the 2018 Atlantic Leadership Forum

    The JLP at the Atlantic Leadership Forum in Cornwallis, Nova Scotia.

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  • JLP at the Managers’ Exchange in Montreal

    JLP was invited to host a booth at the Managers’ Exchange held at the Grande Bibliothèque in Montreal on November 26, 2018. The National Managers’ Community (NMC) and the Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) co-hosted this event across the country.

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  • Stand up for Human Rights

    This day marks the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Although there has been significant progress, it is still important to Stand Up for Human Rights.

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  • National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

    The JLP supports December 6th for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in commemoration of the 14 young women who were killed at École Polytechnique in 1989. 

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  • International Day of Persons with Disabilities

    This day marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year’s theme focuses on empowering persons with disabilities and ensuring inclusiveness and equality.

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  • JLP promotion at the November 6th 2018 Managers’ Exchange in Toronto, Ontario

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) had an opportunity to showcase its Program during the 2018 Managers’ Exchange event that took place in the Greater Toronto Area on November 6th.

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  • The JLP invited to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s (ISED) Inclusion Symposium

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  • Trans Day of Remembrance

    The Joint Learning Program supports Trans Day of Remembrance on November 20th, 2018.

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  • JLP at October’s 2018 DND Career & Networking Fair

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) hosted a kiosk at the Department of National Defence’s October 17th Career & Networking Fair in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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  • JLP Promotion at Public Service Alliance of Canada’s Atlantic School

    JLP was busy in the Atlantic region during the month of October participating in an event with the Public Service Alliance of Canada’s (PSAC) Atlantic School.

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  • A celebration for JLP Facilitators in the Ontario/Nunavut Region

    The JLP hosted a celebration on October 24th in North York, Ontario to thank facilitators for their dedication to the Program in the Ontario/Nunavut region. Karen Alexander was also recognized for her 10-year contribution and support to the Program.

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  • JLP Welcomes 18 New Facilitators in the Atlantic Region.

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) family continues to grow by welcoming 18 new facilitators that completed a five-day orientation session from October 15-19 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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  • Recognition of JLP Facilitators in the National Capital Region

    In the past year, the JLP proudly recognized 32 of its facilitators in the National Capital Region for achieving their commitment to deliver 5 workshops within 18 months.

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  • Congratulations to Kimberly Poirier for the delivery of 50 JLP workshops

    The JLP celebrated Kimberly Poirier, on October 4th 2018, for her on-going dedication and exceptional commitment to the Program in the delivery of over 50 workshops. Kim is the 11th facilitator to be recognized for this outstanding achievement.

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  • JLP on front stage at the NJC 2018 Seminar

    The National Joint Council (NJC) invited the Joint Learning Program (JLP) Program Officers to moderate their 2018 Seminar in Montreal, Québec on September 20th.  

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  • Welcome to 17 new JLP facilitators

    The Quebec Region of JLP is welcoming 17 new facilitators following an orientation session held in Montreal from September 24 to 28, 2018.

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  • Congratulations to Isabelle Bégin, JLP facilitator

    In September 2018, Isabelle Bégin of the Quebec Region was proudly recognized for facilitating over 60 JLP workshops.

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  • JLP Recognition of Facilitators in the BC-Yukon Region

    On August 16, 2018, dedicated JLP Facilitators were presented with thanks, by JLP Co-Directors and Regional Field Coordinators, in recognition of their accomplishments.

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  • September 3rd 2018 - Happy Labour Day

    Everywhere in Canada, Labour Day 2018 will be celebrated on September 3rd. The JLP invites all of its partners to celebrate the importance of working together to improve working conditions for all.

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  • JLP taking part in the Canadian Coast Guard Indigenous Peoples Day Activities

    JLP participated in the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) National Indigenous Peoples Day activities on June 21st in Victoria, British Columbia.

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  • Temporary Postponement of Creating a Harassment-Free Workplace (HFW) Workshop

    Please note that, as of August 1, 2018, the Joint Learning Program’s Steering Committee has decided to temporarily postpone the delivery of the Creating a Harassment-Free Workplace (HFW) Workshop until next fiscal year. 

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  • JLP at the Atlantic Correctional Services of Canada’s (CSC) Wellness Day

    JLP participated in the Atlantic CSC ‘s Workplace Wellness Day Symposium hosted by the Employment Equity and Diversity Committee (EEDC) in Moncton, New-Brunswick.

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  • National Indigenous Peoples Day

    June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First NationsInuit and Métis peoples. National Indigenous Peoples Day is part of the Celebrate Canada program.

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  • JLP attends the USJE National Local Presidents’ Meeting

    The Union of Security and Justice Employees (USJE) invited the Joint Learning Program (JLP) to present to 150 Local Presidents in Ottawa, Ontario on May 30.

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  • Welcome to new JLP facilitators from the B.C. and Yukon Region

    From May 14 to 18, the JLP B.C. and Yukon Region hosted a five-day orientation session in Richmond, B.C. where Regional Field Coordinators Karla Baker and Aaron Billesberger welcomed 16 new JLP facilitators.

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  • JLP at the APEX Leadership Symposium 2018

    JLP was an exhibitor at the May 2018 APEX Leadership Symposium in Ottawa, Ontario.

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  • Recognition of JLP facilitators in B.C. and Yukon Region

    This year's JLP Orientation Session held in Richmond, B.C. was a good opportunity to recognize four JLP Facilitators and to celebrate their accomplishments for reaching important milestones with the Program. 

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  • JLP at #GC2020 Innovation Fair in Ottawa

    JLP was pleased to participate in the 2020 Innovation Fair on May 16 in Ottawa, Ontario.

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  • Promoting the JLP at PIPSC Ontario Regional Council Meeting

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) presented to over 100 members of the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada’s (PIPSC) Ontario Regional Council in Niagara Falls.

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  • JLP at the PSAC National Convention

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) hosted a kiosk at the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) National Convention in Toronto from April 29th to May 4th under the theme Solidarity in Motion.

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  • International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

    On May 17, 2018, the JLP is proud to participate in promoting a diverse and discrimination-free public service for the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.

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  • The JLP welcomes new facilitators in the Prairies and Northwest Territories Region

    From April 9 to 13th, the JLP Prairies and N.W.T. Region hosted a five-day orientation session in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where Regional Field Coordinators, Carol Casey and Corrinne Mitchell welcomed 18 new JLP facilitators.

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  • International Workers’ Day

    The JLP recognizes the importance of International Workers’ Day (May Day) which acknowledges the struggle of workers to attain better working conditions.

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  • JLP Kiosk at National Managers' Community Event in Moncton, N.B.

    On March 20th, the Joint Learning Program (JLP) held a promotional kiosk at the National Managers’ Community learning event in Moncton, New Brunswick. The theme was Equipping Managers for a Culture of Change.

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  • Career Boot Camps and the JLP

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) was proud to take part in the March 2018 "Career Boot Camps" jointly hosted by the Federal Youth Network (FYN) and the Canada School of Public Service.

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  • The JLP participates in an International Women's Day Event

    The Joint Learning Program (JLP) hosts a kiosk in Halifax on March 8th for the Public Service Alliance of Canada’s (PSAC) Atlantic Region International Women's Day event.

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  • International Day - Elimination of Racial Discrimintation

    Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

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  • JLP Celebrates 5000th workshop

    February 28th, 2018 marked the delivery of the 5000th Joint Learning Program (JLP) workshop which represents over 80,000 public service employees (union and employer)participating in JLP workshops across Canada.

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  • International Women's Day 2018

    An opportunity to recognize and support women’s rights and advance gender equality.

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  • JLP and the Mental Health Awareness Day

    The Joint Learning Program participated in a Mental Health Awarness Day in Montreal and Quebec.

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  • Learning and Working Together

    Summary of the Joint Learning Program (JLP) National Meeting in Ottawa - January 23-26, 2018.

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  • A New Year with New Facilitators

    The National Capital Region hosted an orientation session in Ottawa from January 15 to 19, 2018, welcoming 18 new Facilitators to the JLP Program.

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  • Celebrating 10 Years with the JLP

    Two Facilitators from the NCR Region are recognized for their 10 year dedication to the Joint Learning Program (JLP). 

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  • Black History Month 2018

    February marks Black History Month in Canada. It is a time to deepen our understanding of the unique history of people of African descent in Canada and the oppression they have faced.

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  • MHCC - The Catalyst

    The Standard and the federal public service: reflections from both sides of the table.

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