2017 Public Service Employee Survey Results for Statistics Canada by Question 116. Are you an Aboriginal person?

The results of the 2017 Public Service Employee Survey (PSES) are presented according to the numerical order of questions, grouped by section theme as they appeared in the questionnaire. Results are not shown when there is no historical comparison, or when there is an insufficient number of responses.

Note: Due to rounding, percentages may not add to 100. Results have been adjusted for non-response to better represent the target population. Therefore, percentages should not be used to determine the number of respondents within a response category.

Survey Themes

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My Job

Question 1. I have the materials and equipment I need to do my job.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 46 6 9 6 0 0 80 14 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 37 45 4 9 4 0 0 82 13 4094
2014 Aboriginal 28 49 6 14 3 1 0 77 17 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 38 46 5 9 2 0 0 84 11 3823
2011 Aboriginal 40 42 6 12 1 0 0 81 12 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 48 41 4 6 2 0 0 88 8 4327
2008 Aboriginal 46 39 2 8 4 0 0 85 13 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 52 38 3 5 2 0 0 90 6 4728

Question 2. The material and tools provided for my work, including software and other automated tools, are available in the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 72 19 3 2 1 1 1 93 3 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 69 22 4 3 1 0 0 92 4 4096
2014 Aboriginal 71 16 5 0 5 1 2 90 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 68 23 4 3 1 0 1 92 4 3823
2011 Aboriginal 68 24 2 2 3 0 1 93 5 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 72 21 3 2 1 0 0 93 3 4314
2008 Aboriginal 70 17 7 4 2 0 0 87 6 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 72 20 3 3 1 0 0 92 5 4718

Question 3. When I prepare written materials, including email, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 60 27 5 4 2 0 1 88 7 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 60 23 6 8 3 0 0 83 11 4094
2014 Aboriginal 51 23 11 7 5 1 1 76 13 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 56 25 7 9 3 0 0 81 12 3822
2011 Aboriginal 56 19 6 13 3 0 3 77 17 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 56 24 7 9 3 0 1 81 12 4322
2008 Aboriginal 60 21 3 13 3 0 1 81 16 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 60 21 6 9 3 0 0 82 12 4722

Question 4. My physical environment (e.g., office, workspace) is suitable for my job requirements.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 45 36 9 9 1 0 0 81 10 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 42 36 8 9 5 0 0 78 14 4095
2014 Aboriginal 38 39 7 6 8 1 1 79 14 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 46 36 7 7 3 0 0 82 11 3820
2011 Aboriginal 39 44 11 7 0 0 0 83 7 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 46 38 7 6 3 0 0 85 8 4309

Question 5. I get the training I need to do my job.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 24 43 11 12 10 0 0 67 23 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 41 11 11 5 0 1 73 16 4094
2014 Aboriginal 23 39 11 12 14 1 0 63 26 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 31 42 13 10 4 0 1 73 14 3817
2011 Aboriginal 23 32 16 17 9 0 4 57 27 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 33 41 13 8 4 0 2 75 12 4322
2008 Aboriginal 26 42 10 9 12 0 1 69 21 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 31 41 14 9 4 0 1 73 13 4727

Question 6. My job is a good fit with my interests.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 40 44 4 10 2 0 0 84 12 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 41 10 7 3 0 0 81 10 4095
2014 Aboriginal 32 39 15 4 10 1 0 71 14 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 34 44 12 7 3 0 0 78 10 3824
2011 Aboriginal 34 33 21 7 5 0 0 66 13 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 38 41 12 6 3 0 0 79 9 4321
2008 Aboriginal 35 44 10 8 2 0 0 79 10 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 36 41 11 8 4 0 0 77 12 4725

Question 7. My job is a good fit with my skills.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 48 37 5 8 2 0 0 85 10 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 44 40 7 6 2 0 0 84 8 4092
2014 Aboriginal 36 35 12 8 7 1 0 72 15 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 38 43 9 7 3 0 0 82 9 3822
2011 Aboriginal 36 40 8 9 6 0 0 77 15 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 40 42 9 5 3 0 0 82 8 4320
2008 Aboriginal 42 33 7 14 3 0 0 76 17 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 38 44 8 6 4 0 0 82 10 4729

Question 8. I have the information, training and equipment I need to ensure my health and safety at work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 51 33 9 4 2 0 1 84 6 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 53 34 7 4 1 0 0 87 6 4087
2014 Aboriginal 50 31 10 4 4 1 0 82 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 48 38 9 4 1 1 0 86 5 3821

Question 9. I have support at work to balance my work and personal life.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 49 22 12 7 9 1 0 72 16 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 49 32 9 6 3 0 1 82 9 4094
2014 Aboriginal 46 30 13 6 2 1 2 78 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 45 34 10 5 3 1 2 81 8 3819
2011 Aboriginal 39 29 18 5 7 0 1 69 13 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 48 35 9 5 3 0 1 84 7 4324

Question 10. I feel I can claim overtime compensation (in money or in leave) for the overtime hours that I work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 23 14 7 16 4 3 61 24 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 22 13 10 8 4 16 61 23 4090
2014 Aboriginal 23 21 18 12 9 6 10 53 25 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 26 23 13 9 8 3 17 61 22 3821
2011 Aboriginal 23 20 9 15 15 4 15 53 36 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 28 21 12 10 8 3 17 62 23 4329
2008 Aboriginal 32 27 12 10 11 0 7 63 24 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 30 22 11 11 8 3 15 64 23 4725

Question 11. I get a sense of satisfaction from my work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 36 40 15 5 3 0 0 76 9 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 45 10 6 3 0 0 81 9 4091
2014 Aboriginal 30 39 17 11 2 1 0 69 13 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 30 47 12 7 3 0 0 77 11 3826
2011 Aboriginal 30 35 11 17 5 0 0 66 23 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 35 43 13 6 3 0 0 78 9 4319
2008 Aboriginal 42 35 11 8 4 0 0 77 12 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 35 42 12 7 4 0 0 77 11 4702

Question 12. I receive meaningful recognition for work well done.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 33 31 12 17 8 0 0 64 24 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 32 38 13 10 6 0 0 71 16 4091
2014 Aboriginal 27 31 19 16 5 1 0 59 22 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 27 41 16 10 5 0 0 69 15 3824
2011 Aboriginal 23 33 16 19 8 1 0 57 27 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 27 43 14 10 5 0 0 70 15 4324

Question 13. I have clear work objectives.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 33 35 16 10 7 0 0 68 17 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 44 10 8 3 0 0 79 11 4088

Question 14. I know how my work contributes to the achievement of my department’s or agency’s goals.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 40 44 8 1 7 0 0 85 8 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 47 41 7 3 2 0 0 88 5 4085
2014 Aboriginal 36 41 12 7 2 1 0 78 9 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 44 43 9 3 1 0 0 87 4 3823
2011 Aboriginal 31 45 12 8 2 1 0 77 10 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 43 43 9 3 1 1 0 87 5 4326
2008 Aboriginal 47 34 10 6 3 0 0 81 9 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 46 40 8 3 2 1 0 87 5 4721

Question 15. Overall, I feel valued at work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 37 28 17 8 10 0 0 64 18 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 40 12 8 5 0 0 75 13 4085

Question 16. I am proud of the work that I do.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 49 38 9 2 2 0 0 87 4 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 51 37 8 3 1 0 0 88 4 4092
2014 Aboriginal 56 28 11 1 2 1 0 85 3 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 55 34 9 2 1 0 0 89 3 3821
2011 Aboriginal 55 30 10 4 0 0 1 86 4 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 56 34 8 2 1 0 0 90 3 4324

Question 17. I have opportunities to provide input into decisions that affect my work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 36 11 12 7 0 0 71 19 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 36 41 11 8 4 0 0 78 12 4092
2014 Aboriginal 21 47 13 13 6 1 0 69 18 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 28 44 13 10 4 0 1 73 14 3823
2011 Aboriginal 23 36 14 19 5 1 3 61 24 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 32 42 12 7 4 0 1 76 12 4317

Question 18. I am encouraged to be innovative or to take initiative in my work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 43 35 8 8 6 0 0 78 13 92
2017 Non-Aboriginal 42 37 11 6 4 0 0 79 10 4085
2014 Aboriginal 25 38 15 14 6 2 0 64 20 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 36 40 13 7 3 0 0 76 11 3822

Question 19. I have support at work to provide a high level of service.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 36 35 13 11 6 0 0 70 17 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 39 39 12 6 3 0 1 79 10 4085
2014 Aboriginal 35 36 12 9 7 1 0 72 16 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 34 41 14 7 3 1 0 76 10 3825
2011 Aboriginal 33 32 22 8 2 2 2 67 10 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 41 10 5 2 1 1 82 7 4313

Question 20. Overall, I like my job.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 39 40 13 4 3 0 0 79 8 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 43 40 9 5 3 0 0 83 7 4088
2014 Aboriginal 41 31 15 8 4 1 0 72 12 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 37 43 12 6 2 0 0 81 8 3824
2011 Aboriginal 36 40 15 6 3 0 0 76 9 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 40 44 9 5 2 0 0 84 7 4331
2008 Aboriginal 46 38 8 4 4 0 0 83 8 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 41 42 9 5 2 0 0 84 8 4717

Question 21. I can complete my assigned workload during my regular working hours.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 36 35 14 10 4 0 1 71 15 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 34 11 5 3 0 1 81 8 4099
2014 Aboriginal 34 45 14 5 1 1 0 80 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 45 34 13 5 2 0 0 80 7 3826
2011 Aboriginal 35 41 15 5 3 0 1 77 8 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 37 15 6 3 0 0 76 9 4327
2008 Aboriginal 41 39 16 0 3 0 1 80 3 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 37 37 16 6 3 0 1 75 9 4724

Question 22a. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... constantly changing priorities.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 14 19 39 16 13 0 0 29 33 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 18 35 23 12 1 4 37 26 4069
2014 Aboriginal 8 24 41 12 11 1 3 24 33 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 6 21 38 23 9 1 3 34 28 3816
2011 Aboriginal 7 23 36 22 10 0 1 33 30 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 7 21 36 21 10 1 3 33 30 4319
2008 Aboriginal 6 17 42 23 8 0 3 33 24 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 5 19 36 25 11 1 3 37 26 4722

Question 22b. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... lack of stability in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 9 10 28 29 23 0 1 53 19 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 9 24 30 23 3 6 59 15 4056
2014 Aboriginal 6 18 27 26 14 6 4 44 27 80
2014 Non-Aboriginal 4 12 28 30 18 4 4 51 18 3805
2011 Aboriginal 4 15 27 26 20 4 5 50 21 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 6 13 25 29 19 3 5 52 21 4310
2008 Aboriginal 2 16 16 37 23 2 4 64 19 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 4 10 21 32 25 3 5 62 15 4710

Question 22c. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... too many approval stages.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 10 18 36 22 11 1 2 34 29 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 8 18 31 20 13 3 6 37 29 4061
2014 Aboriginal 16 24 29 16 6 4 4 25 44 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 12 22 31 18 10 2 4 30 37 3811
2011 Aboriginal 17 26 24 14 11 4 4 27 47 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 12 21 30 18 11 3 5 32 35 4312
2008 Aboriginal 8 21 33 25 6 2 4 33 31 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 7 17 31 23 13 3 5 39 27 4715

Question 22d. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... unreasonable deadlines.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 9 13 30 31 17 0 0 48 22 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 11 31 30 19 1 4 52 15 4050
2014 Aboriginal 5 14 31 25 21 3 1 48 19 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 4 12 32 31 16 1 3 49 17 3803
2011 Aboriginal 1 15 26 38 12 0 8 55 17 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 4 12 32 30 16 2 4 49 17 4309
2008 Aboriginal 1 11 28 42 15 0 3 59 13 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 4 11 32 31 18 1 3 52 15 4721

Question 22e. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... having to do the same or more work, but with fewer resources.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 19 24 24 15 16 2 0 32 43 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 19 28 19 17 2 5 39 31 4062
2014 Aboriginal 17 21 21 18 10 5 7 32 44 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 12 23 30 18 12 2 4 31 37 3811
2011 Aboriginal 12 25 34 15 9 1 5 25 39 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 11 20 29 20 13 2 5 36 33 4310
2008 Aboriginal 9 21 34 21 12 0 2 34 31 93
2008 Non-Aboriginal 10 20 27 21 16 1 4 39 32 4712

Question 22f. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... high staff turnover.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 7 16 28 22 23 1 2 47 24 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 14 27 24 17 4 6 46 24 4059
2014 Aboriginal 2 12 32 24 18 5 6 48 16 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 6 15 28 26 16 4 5 46 23 3812
2011 Aboriginal 13 11 26 22 10 3 16 40 29 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 7 16 28 23 15 4 7 43 26 4306
2008 Aboriginal 13 19 27 23 7 4 7 35 35 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 9 19 28 21 14 3 6 38 31 4715

Question 22g. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... overly complicated or unnecessary business processes.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 12 24 29 26 6 2 1 33 37 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 17 33 20 14 4 5 36 28 4069
2014 Aboriginal 13 22 23 21 13 5 3 37 38 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 19 33 20 11 4 4 33 31 3818
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My Work Unit

Question 23. During meetings in my work unit, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 70 20 4 3 1 0 1 91 5 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 65 22 5 5 2 0 1 87 8 4094
2014 Aboriginal 74 15 0 2 4 1 4 94 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 65 20 5 6 3 0 1 87 8 3825
2011 Aboriginal 60 21 5 6 3 0 6 86 9 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 61 22 6 7 2 0 2 85 9 4314
2008 Aboriginal 63 21 6 4 5 0 1 85 9 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 62 20 6 7 4 0 2 84 11 4717

Question 24. I am satisfied with how interpersonal issues are resolved in my work unit.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 37 29 10 10 9 3 3 70 19 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 31 11 6 4 6 7 75 12 4092
2014 Aboriginal 39 22 6 11 8 7 7 71 22 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 37 31 12 6 4 5 5 76 11 3824

Question 25. In my work unit, every individual is accepted as an equal member of the team.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 50 26 7 11 5 0 0 77 16 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 53 29 7 6 4 1 0 83 10 4095
2014 Aboriginal 49 22 14 6 7 2 0 72 13 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 52 30 7 6 3 1 0 84 9 3827

Question 26. In my work unit, I believe that we hire people who can do the job.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 31 33 20 11 4 0 0 64 15 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 38 36 11 8 4 2 1 76 13 4089
2014 Aboriginal 23 42 14 5 6 8 1 72 12 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 33 42 11 8 3 3 1 77 12 3823
2011 Aboriginal 27 27 14 17 9 4 2 57 28 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 32 39 12 9 5 3 1 74 14 4325
2008 Aboriginal 35 35 8 11 5 6 0 74 17 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 31 38 12 10 5 3 2 72 15 4721

Question 27. In my work unit, the process of selecting a person for a position is done fairly.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 27 31 14 18 3 6 0 62 23 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 27 13 9 6 13 2 67 18 4091
2014 Aboriginal 25 22 15 8 6 20 3 62 18 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 30 31 14 8 5 11 2 69 14 3822
2011 Aboriginal 19 21 15 14 15 13 1 47 35 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 30 28 14 8 7 11 2 67 17 4318
2008 Aboriginal 29 32 11 5 11 10 1 69 18 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 30 28 14 8 6 11 2 67 17 4721

Question 28. In my work unit, unsatisfactory employee performance is managed effectively.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 19 26 18 13 12 13 0 51 28 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 25 15 11 6 21 5 56 23 4092
2014 Aboriginal 11 17 20 24 7 17 5 35 40 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 15 26 18 12 6 18 5 54 23 3822

Question 29. In my work unit, individuals behave in a respectful manner.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 38 38 12 10 1 2 0 77 11 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 32 5 4 2 0 0 88 6 4089
2014 Aboriginal 48 37 8 1 5 1 0 86 6 80
2014 Non-Aboriginal 53 35 6 4 1 0 0 88 6 3824
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My Immediate Supervisor

Question 30. I receive useful feedback from my immediate supervisor on my job performance.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 48 28 8 13 3 0 0 76 16 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 35 9 6 3 0 0 82 9 4090
2014 Aboriginal 50 28 13 1 3 2 2 81 5 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 44 37 9 6 3 0 0 82 9 3829
2011 Aboriginal 33 32 18 11 7 0 0 65 17 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 41 36 11 6 4 1 1 78 10 4321
2008 Aboriginal 34 30 8 15 12 0 1 65 27 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 36 36 12 9 6 0 1 73 15 4726

Question 31. I can count on my immediate supervisor to keep his or her promises.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 48 24 14 5 8 0 0 72 14 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 28 8 4 3 2 1 85 7 4091
2014 Aboriginal 49 32 8 7 1 2 0 83 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 53 30 9 4 2 2 1 85 6 3828
2011 Aboriginal 36 31 13 11 7 1 1 68 18 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 49 30 10 5 3 3 1 82 8 4323
2008 Aboriginal 42 20 11 12 12 2 1 64 24 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 47 30 11 5 4 3 1 79 10 4729

Question 32. My immediate supervisor keeps me informed about the issues affecting my work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 48 28 8 11 5 0 0 75 16 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 51 31 8 6 3 1 0 83 9 4091
2014 Aboriginal 45 40 7 4 2 1 1 87 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 48 34 8 5 3 1 0 83 8 3827
2011 Aboriginal 37 28 14 8 12 0 1 66 20 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 46 34 9 7 3 1 0 80 11 4317
2008 Aboriginal 39 23 11 14 13 0 1 63 27 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 44 33 10 8 5 1 0 77 13 4728

Question 33. When I communicate with my immediate supervisor, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 78 12 7 2 0 0 1 91 2 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 81 12 3 2 1 0 0 94 3 4087
2014 Aboriginal 82 6 4 3 3 1 1 90 7 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 81 13 2 2 1 0 1 94 3 3826
2011 Aboriginal 71 14 5 5 2 0 4 88 7 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 79 13 3 2 1 0 1 93 4 4324
2008 Aboriginal 78 10 7 1 4 0 0 88 5 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 82 10 2 3 2 0 1 92 5 4719

Question 34. Subject to operational requirements, my immediate supervisor supports the use of flexible work arrangements (e.g., flexible hours, compressed workweeks, telework).
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 60 18 6 3 6 4 2 84 10 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 62 21 5 3 2 3 4 90 5 4083
2014 Aboriginal 63 19 4 2 2 6 3 91 5 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 60 22 5 3 2 3 5 89 5 3826
2011 Aboriginal 43 23 14 9 5 3 4 71 15 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 56 25 6 4 3 2 4 87 7 4322

Question 35. My immediate supervisor creates an environment where I feel free to discuss with him or her matters that affect my well-being at work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 57 16 11 8 8 0 0 73 16 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 62 25 6 3 3 1 0 88 6 4086

Question 36. My immediate supervisor seems to care about me as a person.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 56 18 15 9 3 0 0 73 12 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 61 24 8 3 3 2 0 86 5 4092

Question 37. I am satisfied with the quality of supervision I receive.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 48 26 12 9 6 0 0 73 15 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 57 27 8 5 3 0 0 84 8 4084
2014 Aboriginal 62 19 12 4 1 1 0 83 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 55 29 7 4 3 0 0 85 8 3825
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Senior Management

Question 39. I receive the support I need from senior management to address unsatisfactory performance issues in my work unit. (for supervisors)
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 35 21 14 17 3 0 10 63 22 37
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 35 11 7 3 4 10 76 11 1492
2014 Aboriginal 29 42 10 5 5 5 5 79 11 21
2014 Non-Aboriginal 29 35 14 7 2 4 9 74 10 1378

Question 40. Senior managers in my department or agency lead by example in ethical behaviour.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 33 29 14 12 7 5 0 66 19 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 38 33 12 5 3 8 0 77 9 4089
2014 Aboriginal 34 27 18 7 0 14 0 71 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 32 36 13 5 2 11 1 77 8 3825
2011 Aboriginal 29 26 23 3 10 7 2 61 14 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 29 32 17 6 4 12 1 69 11 4309

Question 41. I have confidence in the senior management of my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 36 29 10 17 6 2 0 67 23 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 35 14 8 5 3 0 72 13 4088
2014 Aboriginal 30 33 16 13 6 3 0 65 19 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 29 36 17 10 4 4 0 68 14 3824
2011 Aboriginal 27 28 19 8 12 4 2 59 22 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 25 36 18 10 6 4 0 64 17 4310
2008 Aboriginal 28 31 20 12 6 3 0 61 18 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 29 37 17 8 5 4 0 69 13 4726

Question 42. Senior management in my department or agency makes effective and timely decisions.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 29 21 20 18 8 5 0 52 26 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 35 17 11 5 8 0 65 17 4082
2014 Aboriginal 24 29 22 15 2 8 0 58 19 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 21 34 20 11 4 10 0 61 17 3821
2011 Aboriginal 19 33 13 18 12 6 0 54 32 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 16 35 20 12 5 11 0 58 19 4324
2008 Aboriginal 17 39 13 13 8 10 0 63 23 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 17 38 19 11 4 10 1 61 17 4718

Question 43. I believe that senior management will try to resolve concerns raised in this survey.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 29 25 19 18 7 2 0 55 25 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 30 33 14 10 7 6 0 67 18 4093
2014 Aboriginal 27 29 19 12 5 8 0 61 19 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 26 33 18 10 6 7 0 64 17 3824
2011 Aboriginal 20 29 18 11 13 9 1 54 27 95
2011 Non-Aboriginal 25 37 16 9 6 7 0 67 16 4323
2008 Aboriginal 21 30 12 21 7 7 1 56 31 93
2008 Non-Aboriginal 24 37 16 9 6 9 0 67 16 4721

Question 44. Essential information flows effectively from senior management to staff.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 16 40 12 18 10 5 0 59 29 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 36 15 13 7 4 0 63 21 4087
2014 Aboriginal 26 34 18 14 4 3 1 63 19 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 20 37 19 12 6 5 0 60 20 3821
2011 Aboriginal 19 28 20 14 13 5 1 51 28 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 18 39 17 15 7 4 0 60 23 4317
2008 Aboriginal 20 43 7 22 8 0 0 62 31 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 20 41 15 13 6 4 0 64 20 4725
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My Organization (Department or Agency)

Question 45. My department or agency does a good job of communicating its vision, mission and goals.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 33 43 13 6 2 2 0 78 8 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 44 12 6 2 1 0 80 8 4086
2014 Aboriginal 25 52 11 8 1 2 0 79 9 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 33 43 14 6 2 2 0 78 8 3827
2011 Aboriginal 26 32 22 10 6 3 2 61 16 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 29 42 16 7 3 3 0 74 10 4309

Question 46. Employees in my department or agency carry out their duties in the public's interest.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 49 30 13 3 1 3 0 82 5 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 43 40 10 2 1 4 0 87 3 4081
2014 Aboriginal 40 39 12 2 1 6 0 84 4 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 39 42 10 2 1 5 1 87 3 3819
2011 Aboriginal 34 30 20 7 3 6 0 68 10 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 38 39 12 3 1 7 1 83 4 4307

Question 47. If I am faced with an ethical dilemma or a conflict between values in the workplace, I know where I can go for help in resolving the situation.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 36 10 8 4 6 2 75 14 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 38 37 11 6 3 3 2 78 10 4082
2014 Aboriginal 43 31 11 9 1 6 0 78 11 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 37 39 11 6 3 4 1 80 9 3828
2011 Aboriginal 29 36 13 11 3 5 3 71 14 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 36 10 7 3 4 2 79 10 4313
2008 Aboriginal 38 34 11 8 7 1 1 74 15 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 34 35 12 8 4 5 2 74 13 4731

Question 48. Discussions about values and ethics occur in my workplace.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 30 24 18 11 8 8 0 59 21 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 33 20 10 5 6 1 62 16 4079
2014 Aboriginal 30 19 26 11 6 9 0 54 18 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 21 32 21 10 5 9 2 59 17 3826
2011 Aboriginal 17 27 29 6 10 10 2 50 17 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 19 34 22 10 5 9 2 60 16 4309

Question 49. I feel I can initiate a formal recourse process (e.g., grievance, complaint, appeal) without fear of reprisal.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 18 17 19 12 17 12 5 42 35 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 23 18 13 11 13 4 49 30 4086
2014 Aboriginal 18 17 15 16 18 14 1 42 40 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 14 23 19 14 12 14 4 45 31 3826
2011 Aboriginal 8 20 22 15 20 10 5 33 42 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 15 22 19 13 12 14 4 46 30 4313

Question 50. During meetings in my department or agency, the chairpersons create an environment where I feel free to use the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 57 30 5 2 1 0 5 91 3 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 27 8 5 2 1 2 84 7 4085
2014 Aboriginal 67 21 3 2 0 2 5 94 3 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 54 27 9 5 2 1 2 84 7 3829

Question 51. The training offered by my department or agency is available in the official language of my choice.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 66 24 4 3 1 0 1 91 4 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 66 23 5 2 1 2 1 92 3 4089
2014 Aboriginal 71 15 6 1 0 5 2 92 1 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 67 23 4 2 1 2 1 93 2 3828
2011 Aboriginal 57 20 8 3 1 5 6 87 5 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 67 21 5 2 1 1 2 92 3 4319
2008 Aboriginal 62 21 9 1 2 3 2 87 3 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 70 19 5 2 1 1 2 92 3 4728

Question 52. My department or agency does a good job of supporting employee career development.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 30 36 10 13 8 3 0 68 22 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 38 13 10 6 3 0 71 16 4081
2014 Aboriginal 25 34 15 15 8 3 0 61 24 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 29 37 15 11 5 3 1 68 16 3827
2011 Aboriginal 23 29 16 18 10 4 0 55 29 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 32 36 14 8 6 2 1 70 15 4319
2008 Aboriginal 24 41 15 10 10 0 0 65 20 94
2008 Non-Aboriginal 32 39 14 9 5 2 0 72 14 4722

Question 53. I believe I have opportunities for promotion within my department or agency, given my education, skills and experience.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 29 29 13 10 14 2 3 61 25 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 31 13 13 12 2 2 61 25 4083
2014 Aboriginal 16 29 10 19 21 4 2 47 42 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 21 30 15 16 14 2 3 53 31 3830
2011 Aboriginal 16 22 14 14 30 0 3 40 45 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 20 28 16 16 16 2 2 50 33 4318
2008 Aboriginal 20 28 15 11 24 2 0 49 36 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 22 33 13 15 14 2 2 57 30 4715

Question 54. I feel I would be supported by my department or agency if I proposed a new idea.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 27 33 25 7 3 3 1 63 11 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 39 16 7 4 5 1 70 12 4085

Question 55. My department or agency implements activities and practices that support a diverse workplace.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 45 32 17 3 1 1 0 78 5 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 48 34 10 2 2 4 1 86 4 4085
2014 Aboriginal 53 27 13 1 1 2 2 84 2 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 51 34 8 2 1 4 0 89 3 3824

Question 56. I think that my department or agency respects individual differences (e.g., culture, work styles, ideas).
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 43 32 13 7 2 2 1 77 9 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 49 36 9 3 1 2 0 87 4 4082
2014 Aboriginal 44 36 10 6 2 1 1 81 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 48 36 10 3 1 2 0 86 4 3826
2011 Aboriginal 32 33 21 7 4 4 0 67 12 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 40 40 11 4 2 3 0 83 6 4321

Question 57. Overall, my department or agency treats me with respect.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 52 28 14 2 3 1 0 81 6 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 33 7 2 2 0 0 89 4 4088
2014 Aboriginal 45 39 9 5 0 1 0 86 5 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 53 35 8 2 1 1 0 88 4 3825
2011 Aboriginal 36 36 18 6 4 0 0 72 10 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 46 38 9 4 2 1 0 85 6 4312
2008 Aboriginal 40 39 11 5 4 0 0 79 10 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 43 39 10 4 3 1 0 83 7 4726

Question 58. I would recommend my department or agency as a great place to work.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 45 24 21 7 3 0 0 69 10 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 49 32 11 5 3 1 0 82 8 4088
2014 Aboriginal 27 43 15 7 5 4 0 73 12 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 40 38 14 6 2 0 0 78 9 3829
2011 Aboriginal 28 35 18 11 5 1 1 66 16 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 42 35 14 5 3 1 0 78 8 4317

Question 59. I am satisfied with my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 43 30 18 6 3 0 0 73 9 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 36 11 5 2 0 0 82 7 4087
2014 Aboriginal 30 38 19 8 3 1 1 69 12 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 38 39 14 6 2 0 0 77 9 3829
2011 Aboriginal 25 40 18 9 6 1 1 66 16 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 40 38 13 6 3 0 0 78 9 4309
2008 Aboriginal 42 33 13 6 6 0 0 75 13 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 43 39 10 6 3 0 0 82 9 4718

Question 60. I would prefer to remain with my department or agency, even if a comparable job was available elsewhere in the federal public service.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 32 19 23 13 7 6 1 55 21 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 41 26 15 9 5 4 0 70 14 4085
2014 Aboriginal 28 26 25 15 5 1 0 55 20 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 36 28 17 10 5 4 0 66 16 3829
2011 Aboriginal 21 31 14 13 11 10 0 58 27 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 26 15 8 6 5 1 69 16 4316
2008 Aboriginal 41 23 13 12 6 4 0 67 20 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 38 27 15 9 6 4 1 68 16 4717
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Mobility and Retention

Question 61. Do you intend to leave your current position in the next two years?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Not Sure
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 20 29 51 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 44 32 4092
2014 Aboriginal 36 38 26 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 23 43 34 3830
2011 Aboriginal 31 33 36 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 25 45 30 4325

Question 62. Please indicate your reason for leaving.
Survey year Demographic To retire
(%)		 To pursue another position within my department or agency
(%)		 To pursue a position in another department or agency
(%)		 To pursue a position outside the federal public service
(%)		 End of my term, casual or student employment
(%)		 Other
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 11 46 23 6 8 6 19
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 46 23 4 8 6 991
2014 Aboriginal 10 31 26 18 9999 15 28
2014 Non-Aboriginal 14 46 22 8 9999 10 881
2011 Aboriginal 6 44 38 0 9999 12 31
2011 Non-Aboriginal 17 40 24 6 9999 13 1059
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Harassment

Harassment is normally a series of incidents, but it can be one severe incident that has a lasting impact on the individual.

Harassment is any improper conduct by an individual that is directed at and offensive to another individual in the workplace, including at any event or any location related to work, and that the individual knew or ought reasonably to have known would cause offence or harm. It comprises objectionable act(s), comment(s) or display(s) that demean, belittle, or cause personal humiliation or embarrassment, and any act of intimidation or threat. It also includes harassment within the meaning of the Canadian Human Rights Act (i.e., based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics [including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test], disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered).

Question 63. Having carefully read the definition of harassment above, have you been the victim of harassment on the job in the past two years?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 22 78 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 89 4090
2014 Aboriginal 15 85 80
2014 Non-Aboriginal 11 89 3820

Question 64a. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Co-workers
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 30 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 42 447
2014 Non-Aboriginal 50 418

Question 64b. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 70 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 64 447
2014 Aboriginal 70 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 58 418

Question 64c. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 447
2014 Non-Aboriginal 7 418

Question 64d. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals for whom I have a custodial responsibility (e.g., inmates, offenders, patients, detainees)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 0 418

Question 64e. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals from other departments or agencies
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 447
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 2 418

Question 64f. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Members of the public (individuals or organizations)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 2 447
2014 Non-Aboriginal 3 418

Question 64g. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 447
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 418

Question 65a. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Aggressive behaviour
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 31 419

Question 65b. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Excessive control
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 36 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 33 419

Question 65c. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Being excluded or being ignored
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 45 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 42 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 36 419

Question 65d. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Humiliation
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 38 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 32 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 41 419

Question 65e. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Interference with work or withholding resources
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 24 419

Question 65f. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Offensive remark
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 59 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 52 449
2014 Aboriginal 72 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 60 419

Question 65g. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Personal attack
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 449
2014 Aboriginal 46 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 32 419

Question 65h. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Physical violence
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2014 Non-Aboriginal 2 419

Question 65i. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Sexual comment or gesture
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 449
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 419

Question 65j. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Threat
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 419

Question 65k. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Unfair treatment
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 46 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 43 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 42 419

Question 65l. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Yelling or shouting
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 22 449
2014 Aboriginal 46 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 22 419

Question 65m. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 449
2014 Non-Aboriginal 13 419

Question 66a. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? … I discussed the matter with my supervisor or a senior manager.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 58 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 448
2014 Aboriginal 60 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 52 418

Question 66b. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I discussed the matter with the person(s) from whom I experienced the harassment.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 448
2014 Aboriginal 61 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 29 418

Question 66c. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I contacted a human resources advisor in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 418

Question 66d. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I contacted my union representative.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 418

Question 66e. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I used an informal conflict resolution process.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 418

Question 66f. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I filed a grievance or formal complaint.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 5 448
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 3 418

Question 66g. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I resolved the matter informally on my own.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 15 418

Question 66h. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 13 418

Question 66i. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 28 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 448
2014 Non-Aboriginal 27 418

Question 67a. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...The issue was resolved.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 15 404

Question 67b. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I did not think the incident was serious enough.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 26 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 20 404

Question 67c. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...The behaviour stopped.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 426
2014 Aboriginal 39 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 12 404

Question 67d. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...The individual apologized.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 404

Question 67e. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Management intervened.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 426
2014 Aboriginal 37 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 404

Question 67f. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...The individual left or changed jobs.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 404

Question 67g. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I changed jobs.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 16 404

Question 67h. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I did not know what to do, where to go or whom to ask.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 404

Question 67i. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I was too distraught.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 20
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 426
2014 Aboriginal 0 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 404

Question 67j. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I had concerns about the formal complaint process (e.g., confidentiality, how long it would take).
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 22 404

Question 67k. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I was advised against filing a complaint.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 8 404

Question 67l. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I was afraid of reprisal (e.g., having limited career advancement, being labelled a troublemaker).
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 37 20
2017 Non-Aboriginal 45 426
2014 Aboriginal 55 13
2014 Non-Aboriginal 42 404

Question 67m. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Someone threatened me.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 20
2017 Non-Aboriginal 1 426
2014 Aboriginal 0 13

Question 67n. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...I did not believe it would make a difference.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 56 20
2017 Non-Aboriginal 42 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 48 404

Question 67o. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...The time limit to file a grievance or a formal complaint had passed.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 20
2017 Non-Aboriginal 1 426

Question 67p. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 426
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 404

Question 68. Did the harassment you experienced occur while you were an employee of your current department or agency?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 91 9 21
2017 Non-Aboriginal 95 5 450

Question 69. I am satisfied with how matters related to harassment are resolved in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 26 11 29 2 7 21 4 50 12 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 18 15 4 3 30 8 65 12 4084
2014 Aboriginal 17 11 19 5 4 36 8 50 15 80
2014 Non-Aboriginal 18 19 15 4 3 32 10 63 11 3827

Question 70. My department or agency works hard to create a workplace that prevents harassment.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 42 29 13 4 5 6 1 76 10 92
2017 Non-Aboriginal 38 33 11 3 2 10 1 81 6 4081
2014 Aboriginal 30 28 20 2 0 14 4 72 3 80
2014 Non-Aboriginal 34 34 14 3 1 13 2 79 5 3825
2011 Aboriginal 35 32 16 7 4 4 1 72 12 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 45 36 9 3 1 6 0 86 5 4316
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Labour Management Relations and Collective Agreements

Question 71. I am familiar with the provisions of my collective agreement.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 40 46 8 4 0 1 1 87 4 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 50 11 7 2 2 3 79 9 4090
2014 Aboriginal 23 44 12 4 5 6 5 76 10 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 23 53 12 6 2 2 3 79 8 3828
2011 Aboriginal 26 50 12 6 3 1 1 78 10 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 24 53 11 5 2 2 3 81 7 4320
2008 Aboriginal 33 51 5 6 2 1 2 86 9 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 25 49 11 7 3 2 3 78 11 4733

Question 72. The union-management consultation process has been effective in addressing issues in my workplace.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 17 26 33 5 2 15 2 52 9 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 25 19 4 3 28 7 59 11 4084
2014 Aboriginal 7 23 21 6 9 21 13 45 22 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 24 22 6 3 26 9 53 13 3825
2011 Aboriginal 13 26 23 6 6 24 3 53 16 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 10 25 21 6 4 27 7 54 14 4309

Question 73. My immediate supervisor understands and respects the provisions of my collective agreement.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 46 29 15 3 3 3 1 77 7 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 45 30 8 1 1 12 3 88 3 4089
2014 Aboriginal 30 31 9 4 1 17 7 82 6 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 41 33 10 1 1 11 3 86 3 3827
2011 Aboriginal 35 24 19 3 4 12 2 69 9 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 33 10 2 1 11 3 84 3 4319
2008 Aboriginal 47 32 5 3 3 7 2 87 7 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 40 33 10 2 1 12 3 85 4 4732

Question 74. Senior managers respect the provisions of my collective agreement.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 42 30 15 4 3 4 1 76 8 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 39 31 10 2 1 14 3 84 4 4084
2014 Aboriginal 28 29 11 3 2 19 6 77 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 34 34 12 2 1 13 3 82 4 3823
2011 Aboriginal 33 21 23 4 4 11 2 63 10 98
2011 Non-Aboriginal 34 33 12 3 1 14 3 80 5 4303
2008 Aboriginal 37 27 16 2 6 9 3 73 9 95
2008 Non-Aboriginal 39 31 11 4 2 10 3 80 7 4730
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Discrimination

Discrimination means treating someone differently or unfairly because of a personal characteristic or distinction, which, whether intentional or not, has an effect that imposes disadvantages not imposed on others or that withholds or limits access that is given to others. There are 13 prohibited grounds of discrimination under the Canadian Human Rights Act (i.e., based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics [including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test], disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered).

Question 75. Having carefully read the definition of discrimination above, have you been the victim of discrimination on the job in the past two years?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 12 88 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 94 4080
2014 Aboriginal 8 92 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 4 96 3822

Question 76a. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Co-workers
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 42 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 36 162

Question 76b. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 93 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 80 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 77 162

Question 76c. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 4 162

Question 76d. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals for whom I have a custodial responsibility (e.g., inmates, offenders, patients, detainees)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 0 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 0 162

Question 76e. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals from other departments or agencies
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 76f. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Members of the public (individuals or organizations)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 2 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 6 162

Question 76g. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 162

Question 77a. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Race
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 20 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 21 162

Question 77b. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...National or ethnic origin
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 17 162

Question 77c. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Colour
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 9 162

Question 77d. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Religion
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 77e. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Age
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 41 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 22 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 22 162

Question 77f. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sex
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 67 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 22 162

Question 77g. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sexual orientation
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 2 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 77h. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Gender identity and expression (including gender diverse identities or expressions such as transgender, two-spirit, or non-binary)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12

Question 77i. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Marital status
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 77j. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Family status
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 12 162

Question 77k. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12

Question 77l. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Disability
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 19 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 19 162

Question 77m. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Pardoned conviction or suspended record
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 0 224

Question 77n. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 19 224
2014 Non-Aboriginal 30 162

Question 78a. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ..I discussed the matter with my supervisor or a senior manager.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 33 162

Question 78b. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I discussed the matter with the person(s) from whom I experienced the discrimination.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 20 162

Question 78c. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I contacted a human resources advisor in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 5 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 6 162

Question 78d. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … I contacted my union representative.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 162

Question 78e. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … I used an informal conflict resolution process.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 78f. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … I filed a grievance or formal complaint.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 162

Question 78g. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … I resolved the matter informally on my own.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 162

Question 78h. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 11 162

Question 78i. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 58 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 57 225
2014 Non-Aboriginal 47 162

Question 79a. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … The issue was resolved.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 154

Question 79b. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I did not think the incident was serious enough.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 13 154

Question 79c. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...The behaviour stopped.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 6 154

Question 79d. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … The individual apologized.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12

Question 79e. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … Management intervened.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 154

Question 79f. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … The individual left or changed jobs.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 5 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 154

Question 79g. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I changed jobs.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 154

Question 79h. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I did not know what to do, where to go or whom to ask.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 11 154

Question 79i. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I was too distraught.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 8 154

Question 79j. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I had concerns about the formal complaint process (e.g., confidentiality, how long it would take).
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 22 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 24 154

Question 79k. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? … I was advised against filing a complaint.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 5 154

Question 79l. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...I was afraid of reprisal (e.g., having limited career advancement, being labelled a troublemaker).
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 60 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 45 154

Question 79m. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...Someone threatened me.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 2 219

Question 79n. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...I did not believe it would make a difference.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 84 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 60 154

Question 79o. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? …The time limit to file a grievance or a formal complaint had passed.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 0 12

Question 79p. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 219
2014 Non-Aboriginal 13 154

Question 80. Did the discrimination you experienced occur while you were an employee of your current department or agency?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 100 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 95 5 227

Question 81. I am satisfied with how matters related to discrimination are resolved in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 27 22 22 2 3 21 3 64 7 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 22 17 14 2 2 35 8 68 7 4085
2014 Aboriginal 22 16 14 2 2 37 7 67 8 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 19 19 14 2 1 37 8 69 5 3824

Question 82. My department or agency works hard to create a workplace that prevents discrimination.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 42 27 18 2 2 7 1 75 5 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 32 11 2 1 12 2 83 4 4083
2014 Aboriginal 40 19 20 2 1 16 2 72 4 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 35 34 13 2 1 14 2 82 3 3824
2011 Aboriginal 39 30 11 6 2 7 4 77 10 97
2011 Non-Aboriginal 46 35 9 2 1 7 0 87 3 4317
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Stress and Well-Being

Question 83a. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Pay or other compensation-related issues
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 33 15 7 9 0 2 69 16 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 27 16 8 6 0 2 69 15 4083

Question 83b. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Heavy workload
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 24 24 26 13 12 0 0 49 25 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 31 26 13 8 0 1 53 21 4087

Question 83c. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Unreasonable deadlines
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 29 27 23 11 9 0 1 57 20 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 29 31 21 11 5 0 2 62 17 4072

Question 83d. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Not enough employees to do the work
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 24 16 24 26 7 1 2 42 34 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 26 27 22 14 8 1 3 54 23 4085

Question 83e. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Overtime or long work hours
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 46 22 12 5 4 0 10 76 11 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 48 24 10 5 3 1 10 80 8 4077

Question 83f. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Balancing work and personal life
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 28 35 20 12 6 0 0 62 18 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 33 32 20 9 6 0 1 65 15 4074

Question 83g. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Lack of control or input in decision-making
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 34 25 20 10 10 1 0 59 20 92
2017 Non-Aboriginal 32 34 19 8 4 1 2 68 12 4074

Question 83h. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Competing or constantly changing priorities
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 27 32 19 12 9 0 0 60 21 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 35 20 10 5 1 2 63 16 4076

Question 83i. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Lack of clear expectations
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 29 24 22 18 7 0 0 53 25 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 33 33 19 9 5 0 2 67 14 4074

Question 83j. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Information overload
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 43 20 17 12 9 0 0 63 20 93
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 34 18 8 4 1 2 69 13 4064

Question 83k. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Physical work environment
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 56 23 13 1 2 0 4 83 4 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 23 11 5 3 0 2 80 8 4081

Question 83l. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Harassment or discrimination
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 72 13 10 0 2 0 4 87 2 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 76 11 4 2 3 1 4 91 5 4075

Question 83m. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with my co-worker(s)
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 55 31 7 4 0 0 3 89 4 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 61 23 8 3 2 0 3 87 5 4081

Question 83n. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with individual(s) with authority over me
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 51 29 10 1 6 1 2 83 7 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 63 18 8 4 4 0 3 84 8 4083

Question 83o. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with individual(s) working for me
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 57 14 4 3 0 1 20 90 4 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 15 5 2 1 0 21 89 4 4067

Question 83p. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with other individual(s) (e.g., members of the public, individuals from other departments or agencies)
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 74 11 6 0 0 0 9 94 0 92
2017 Non-Aboriginal 71 14 4 1 1 0 9 93 2 4061

Question 83q. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Lack of job security
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 73 11 6 0 4 2 4 89 5 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 69 15 5 3 4 1 4 88 7 4081

Question 83r. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Personal issues
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 52 29 9 3 2 0 3 85 6 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 51 29 12 4 2 0 2 81 7 4078

Question 84. Overall, my level of work-related stress is
Survey year Demographic Very low
(%)		 Low
(%)		 Moderate
(%)		 High
(%)		 Very high
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 12 27 35 13 10 1 1 41 23 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 15 34 35 11 4 0 1 49 15 4092

Question 85. After my workday, I feel emotionally drained.
Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
(%)		 Often
(%)		 Sometimes
(%)		 Rarely
(%)		 Never/ Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 11 21 39 16 12 0 2 28 32 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 16 38 26 13 0 0 40 22 4088

Question 86. My department or agency does a good job of raising awareness of mental health in the workplace.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 21 47 17 3 6 7 0 73 9 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 43 16 7 4 6 0 72 11 4090

Question 87. I would describe my workplace as being psychologically healthy.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 21 41 15 15 7 1 0 63 22 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 42 16 9 5 3 0 70 14 4090
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Duty to Accommodate

The duty to accommodate refers to the employer’s obligation to eliminate disadvantages to employees, prospective employees or clients that result from a rule, practice or physical barrier that has or that may have an adverse impact on individuals or groups protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act or identified as a designated group under the Employment Equity Act. It applies to all grounds of discrimination covered by the Canadian Human Rights Act: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test), disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. Employers must provide accommodation up to the point of undue hardship, taking into account essential job requirements.

Question 88. Having carefully read the definition above, have you requested measures to accommodate your needs in the workplace in the last two years?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 19 81 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 87 4085
2014 Aboriginal 17 83 81
2014 Non-Aboriginal 10 90 3823

Question 89. Were any measures taken to accommodate your needs?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 71 29 17
2017 Non-Aboriginal 82 18 518
2014 Aboriginal 68 32 14
2014 Non-Aboriginal 84 16 387

Question 90. I am satisfied with the measures that were taken to accommodate my needs.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 83 17 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 12
2017 Non-Aboriginal 49 37 4 5 5 0 0 86 10 423
2014 Aboriginal 60 30 0 0 10 0 0 90 10 10
2014 Non-Aboriginal 54 32 4 6 2 1 0 87 8 325
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Compensation

Question 91. To what extent has your pay or other compensation been affected by issues with the Phoenix pay system?
Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)		 To a small extent
(%)		 To a moderate extent
(%)		 To a large extent
(%)		 To a very large extent
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 49 20 11 5 7 9 0 53 47 94
2017 Non-Aboriginal 52 22 11 4 4 6 1 56 44 4096

Question 92a. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Missing regular pay
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 20 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 1641

Question 92b. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Underpayment of regular pay
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 42 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 33 1641

Question 92c. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Overpayment of regular pay
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 17 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 16 1641

Question 92d. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Incorrect or missing acting pay, overtime pay or other related extra duty pay
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 31 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 30 1641

Question 92e. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Incorrect or missing pay relating to a disability, maternity, or parental leave
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 6 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 1641

Question 92f. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 39 39
2017 Non-Aboriginal 44 1641

Question 93. Please estimate the number of hours you have spent, at work or outside of work, attempting to resolve your pay or other compensation issues.
Survey year Demographic 0 hours
(%)		 1 to 9 hours
(%)		 10 to 19 hours
(%)		 20 to 29 hours
(%)		 30 to 39 hours
(%)		 40 hours or more
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 8 63 14 5 3 7 38
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 63 12 6 2 4 1600

Question 94. I am satisfied with the support (e.g., regular information, follow-up, making enquiries on my behalf, offering emergency or priority pay) I received from my department or agency to help resolve my pay or other compensation issues.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 14 30 18 12 15 0 10 49 30 40
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 26 15 16 11 3 12 51 32 1667

Question 95. I am satisfied with the support I received from the Pay Centre to help resolve my pay or other compensation issues.
Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)		 Somewhat agree
(%)		 Neither agree nor disagree
(%)		 Somewhat disagree
(%)		 Strongly disagree
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Aboriginal 7 22 13 20 20 3 15 36 48 40
2017 Non-Aboriginal 8 15 15 14 17 6 25 34 45 1665
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