News Archives 2019
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Welcome to 18 new JLP facilitators
The JLP welcomed 18 new facilitators at the JLP Orientation Session in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, October 28th to November 1st, 2019. Fourteen public service employees from the Prairies/NWT Region, and four from the Ontario/Nunavut region are now part of the JLP family.
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2019 Regional Conference of Visible Racial Minorities
The JLP had the opportunity to host a kiosk at the Regional Conference of Visible Racial Minorities in Orford, Quebec, from November 1 to 3, 2019. The theme was “Equity for all: get equipped to make changes”.
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The JLP supports human rights
December 10th, 2019 marks the International Day of Human Rights. It recognizes the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rightsthat calls for all to be champions for human dignity, equality and rights.
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The JLP at the CAPE Annual General Meeting
On November 13, the JLP Co-Directors, Catherine Gilbert and Roxanne Lépine, participated in the annual general meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees (CAPE), held in Ottawa. The AGM theme was diversity in the workplace.
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Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
December 6th marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, in commemoration of the 14 young women who were killed 30 years ago at École Polytechnique de Montreal, because they were women.
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Results on Joint Study of Occupational Health & Safety Committee - Learning Needs in the Federal Public Service
Further to the June 14, 2017 Memorandum of Understanding the JLP carried out a study to identify the learning needs of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Committees in the Federal Public Service.
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Promoting the JLP at the Union of National Employee’s Ontario Regional Seminar
The JLP promoted its program at the Union of National Employee’s (UNE) Ontario Regional Seminar. The event took place in Hamilton, Ontario, on October 26, 2019.
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Promoting the JLP at the National Managers’ Community (NMC) Forum held at the Canadian Space Agency
The JLP hosted a booth on October 30th at the Canadian Space Agency in Saint-Hubert.
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November 20, 2019 - Trans Day of Remembrance
The Joint Learning Program supports Trans Day of Remembrance on November 20th, 2019.
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New facilitators in the Atlantic Region
The JLP welcomed 18 new facilitators from the Atlantic Region, following the successful completion of a one-week Orientation Session held in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, September 30th to October 4th, 2019.
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World Mental Health Day – October 10
Every year since 1992, the World Mental Health Day is observed across the world on October 10th at the initiative of the World Federation of Mental Health. On this day, the JLP invite its partners to reflect on ways to promote psychologically safe and healthy workplaces on this day and every other day.
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Promoting JLP at CIRNAC Event
The JLP was honoured to host a kiosk at the Crown- Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada’s (CIRNAC) Intersecting Voices launch on October 1st in Gatineau, Quebec. The event was a DM initiative to bring inspiration and innovation to Employee Communities and help contribute towards a more inclusive and agile public service.
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Recognizing JLP Facilitators
Facilitator recognition is an important part of the JLP. Four JLP facilitators recently received awards of recognition. Congratulations and thank you for your contribution to the success of the JLP.
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Labour Day 2019
September 2, 2019 marks Labour Day which officially celebrates workers and the labour union movement. Also known as International Worker’s Day, it is marked with a public holiday in over 80 countries.
The JLP invites you to celebrate the importance of working together to improve working conditions for all.
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Cross-Country PHVW Clinics for JLP Facilitators
JLP Clinics were held across the country in June for facilitators to gain hands on experience with the new workshop, Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace.
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JLP at the PSAC Atlantic HSE Conference
On June 7th, the Joint Learning Program (JLP) had an opportunity to promote its new workshop, Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace at the 2019 Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) Atlantic Health, Safety and Environment Conference, in Moncton, N.B.
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JLP at the AccessAbility Week of Environment and Climate Change Canada
The Joint Learning Program hosted a kiosk at the AccessAbility Week organized by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) on May 30 and 31, 2019, in the National Capital Region.
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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 Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. National Indigenous Peoples Day is part of the Celebrate Canada program.
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JLP active at Fairs and Symposiums in Ottawa, Ontario
The JLP was honoured to be present at two important promotional events (Innovation Fair 2019 and the Association of Professional Executives’ (APEX) Leadership Symposium) held in Ottawa, Ontario in May 2019.
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JLP at May 2019 DND Career Fair in Atlantic Region
The JLP hosted a kiosk at the 2019 Department of National Defence (DND) Career Fair on May 8th in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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JLP at First Nations Inuit Health Branch Managers’ Gathering
The JLP was honoured to be invited to host a kiosk at the First Nations Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) National Managers’ Gathering, held April 9-10 in Ottawa, Ontario.
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The 2019 Public Service Alliance of Canada Regional Women’s Conference
The JLP was invited to host a kiosk at the 2019 Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) Regional Women’s Conference, which was held in Quebec City in late April.
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International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
For a long time, the federal public service was a hostile environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and two-spirited (LGBTQ2+) employees. This May 17, the JLP is proud to help promote a diverse and discrimination-free public service.
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Launch of New JLP Workshop - Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace
The JLP is happy to announce that workshop requests for its new workshop entitled Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace (PHVW) will be accepted as of May 21, 2019.
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PSAC Health and Safety Conference - Mind, Body and Soul
The Joint Learning Program was at the PSAC Health and Safety Conference - Mind, Body and Soul, April 6 - 7 2019, in the National Capital Region (NCR).
The primary objective of the Conference was to foster awareness of the importance of psychological and physical wellness.
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May 1st, 2019 - 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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The JLP at the 2019 Career Boot Camp in Toronto
The Canada School of Public Service, in partnership with the Federal Youth Network, co-hosted the Career Boot Camp 2019 on Thursday March 7, 2019, at the University of Toronto.
The JLP was invited to host a kiosk and share Program and workshop information with over 200 enthusiastic future leaders. For many, the JLP and its role of improving labour-management relations in the public service was new to them.
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JLP welcomes new facilitators from CFIA
The JLP is very proud to welcome 17 new facilitators under a pilot partnership agreement between JLP (Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)-Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS)), the PSAC Agriculture Union, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
CFIA managers and employees participated in a JLP Orientation Session to learn facilitation skills for the delivery of JLP workshops in their organization throughout Canada. The learning activity took place in Ottawa, Ontario from February 25 to March 1st.
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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Each year, March 21 marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Through the workshops it offers, the JLP is proud to address racial discrimination and harassment, and promote the respect and inclusion of all federal public sector employees.
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The JLP at the 2019 Career Boot Camp in Quebec
The Joint Learning Program (JLP) was present at the 2019 Career Boot Camps, which took place on February 27 in Montreal and on March 5 in Quebec City. Organized by the Canada School of Public Service and the Federal Youth Network, these events are an excellent opportunity to promote the benefits of the JLP to managers and employees in the public service.
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JLP at the Dieppe Career Boot Camp in New-Brunswick.
JLP hosted a kiosk at this year’s Atlantic Career Boot Camp, held on February 27th in Dieppe, New Brunswick.
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March 8: International Women's Day 2019
International Women’s Day 2019 – a day to recognize, celebrate, and reflect on the achievements of women all around the world. It is also a call to action to support women’s rights and advance gender equality.
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JLP at the 4th Mental Health in the Workplace Fair in Gatineau.
On January 30, 2019, the JLP promoted its program and workshops at the 4th Mental Health in the Workplace Fair. This annual event to raise awareness about mental health issues is organized by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).
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Four new members at the JLP
The JLP is pleased to announce the arrival of four new team members
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Promoting the JLP at Treasury Board Secretariat
In early February, the JLP had a booth at the extended meeting of the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Human Resources Council in Ottawa, Ontario. The topic of the meeting was mental health in the workplace, diversity and inclusion.
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Promotional activity at the 2019 Career Boot Camp in Ottawa.
The JLP set up a kiosk at the 2019 Career Boot Camp organized in the National Capital Region by the School of Public Service on January 29 and 30, 2019.
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Black History Month 2019
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 our country and the oppression they faced.
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JLP-NCR welcomes 16 new Facilitators
The JLP is pleased to add 16 new public service employees to its facilitator community in the National Capital Region (NCR).
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The JLP at the 2018 Managers’ Exchange Events
The JLP was happy to participate in the various regional Manager’s Exchange events that took place during the fall.
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A New JLP Workshop on the Horizon
The Joint Learning Program (JLP) is developing a new workshop entitled ‘Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace’. The workshop will reflect the new legal landscape as a result of the adoption of Bill C-65 as well as legal developments on harassment and violence in the workplace.
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Sonia Bellevue - 10 years with the JLP
Sonia Bellevue recognized by the JLP for being a facilitator for over10 years in the Quebec region.
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JLP welcomed 18 new facilitators to the British Columbia/Yukon region
JLP welcomed 18 new facilitators to its dynamic team in November 2018, following an Orientation Session held in Richmond, British Columbia.
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