2017 Public Service Employee Survey Results for Canadian Heritage by Question 119. Have you ever served in the Canadian military?

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 47 41 5 5 2 0 0 88 8 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 42 45 4 7 2 0 0 87 9 1239

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 78 22 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 67 25 3 3 0 0 0 93 4 1233

Question 3. When I prepare written materials, including email, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 67 28 0 2 0 0 3 98 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 55 31 7 5 2 0 0 86 7 1239

Question 4. My physical environment (e.g., office, workspace) is suitable for my job requirements.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 44 46 8 0 2 0 0 90 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 50 36 6 6 2 0 0 86 8 1238

Question 5. I get the training I need to do my job.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 45 29 19 3 5 0 0 74 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 35 44 10 9 2 0 1 79 11 1239

Question 6. My job is a good fit with my interests.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 40 53 5 2 0 0 0 93 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 39 11 5 2 0 0 82 8 1236

Question 7. My job is a good fit with my skills.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 48 42 7 2 0 0 0 90 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 50 36 7 4 3 0 0 86 7 1233

Question 8. I have the information, training and equipment I need to ensure my health and safety at work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 57 33 5 2 2 0 0 91 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 53 37 5 2 1 0 0 91 4 1235

Question 9. I have support at work to balance my work and personal life.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 53 33 5 2 5 0 3 88 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 48 34 7 7 3 0 1 83 10 1236

Question 10. I feel I can claim overtime compensation (in money or in leave) for the overtime hours that I work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 55 17 5 0 5 0 18 88 6 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 38 23 9 10 6 2 13 72 18 1234

Question 11. I get a sense of satisfaction from my work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 40 44 8 5 3 0 0 85 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 36 45 9 7 3 0 0 81 10 1237

Question 12. I receive meaningful recognition for work well done.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 43 31 8 14 5 0 0 74 18 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 35 38 14 9 5 0 0 73 13 1236

Question 13. I have clear work objectives.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 50 30 13 5 3 0 0 80 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 33 43 11 9 4 0 0 76 13 1236

Question 14. I know how my work contributes to the achievement of my department’s or agency’s goals.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 58 28 5 10 0 0 0 86 10 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 42 8 4 2 0 0 85 6 1236

Question 15. Overall, I feel valued at work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 45 32 11 5 7 0 0 77 12 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 36 40 11 8 5 0 0 76 13 1234

Question 16. I am proud of the work that I do.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 54 41 0 2 2 0 0 95 5 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 52 34 9 3 1 0 0 86 4 1234

Question 17. I have opportunities to provide input into decisions that affect my work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 44 34 9 5 5 0 3 81 10 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 35 40 11 9 4 0 0 76 13 1234

Question 18. I am encouraged to be innovative or to take initiative in my work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 50 30 8 8 2 0 3 82 10 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 41 38 11 7 4 0 0 79 11 1235

Question 19. I have support at work to provide a high level of service.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 45 41 7 2 5 0 0 86 7 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 36 43 10 7 3 1 1 80 10 1234

Question 20. Overall, I like my job.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 53 37 2 5 2 0 0 90 7 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 45 37 10 5 2 0 0 82 8 1234

Question 21. I can complete my assigned workload during my regular working hours.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 44 38 8 10 0 0 0 82 10 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 38 37 14 6 4 0 0 76 10 1239

Question 22a. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... constantly changing priorities.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 8 30 33 8 13 7 3 22 41 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 8 24 38 19 8 1 2 28 33 1232

Question 22b. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... lack of stability in my department or agency.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 5 10 26 18 26 7 8 52 17 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 5 13 27 28 18 5 4 51 19 1232

Question 22c. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... too many approval stages.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 10 29 37 8 13 0 3 22 40 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 17 27 33 13 6 2 3 21 45 1234

Question 22d. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... unreasonable deadlines.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 8 15 31 14 19 7 6 38 26 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 10 20 35 21 11 1 2 33 31 1231

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 14 18 31 13 14 7 3 30 36 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 16 26 27 16 9 2 4 26 45 1231

Question 22f. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... high staff turnover.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 2 23 23 26 14 7 6 46 29 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 8 20 26 23 15 4 5 41 30 1230

Question 22g. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... overly complicated or unnecessary business processes.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 13 29 23 14 13 0 8 30 45 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 25 31 15 9 3 3 25 42 1232
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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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 84 11 2 0 2 0 0 95 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 69 23 4 2 1 0 1 93 3 1236

Question 24. I am satisfied with how interpersonal issues are resolved in my work unit.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 39 21 4 12 10 10 5 70 25 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 31 32 13 7 6 6 5 70 15 1233

Question 25. In my work unit, every individual is accepted as an equal member of the team.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 49 24 9 16 2 0 0 73 19 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 53 29 7 6 4 1 0 83 10 1234

Question 26. In my work unit, I believe that we hire people who can do the job.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 35 45 0 10 7 0 3 83 17 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 38 10 7 4 1 0 79 11 1231

Question 27. In my work unit, the process of selecting a person for a position is done fairly.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 31 33 5 12 7 9 3 72 22 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 33 32 12 7 5 11 1 73 13 1236

Question 28. In my work unit, unsatisfactory employee performance is managed effectively.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 15 27 15 17 2 19 5 55 25 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 26 15 12 8 21 5 53 27 1235

Question 29. In my work unit, individuals behave in a respectful manner.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 56 32 7 5 0 0 0 88 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 51 35 7 4 2 0 0 87 7 1233
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My Immediate Supervisor

Question 30. I receive useful feedback from my immediate supervisor on my job performance.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 49 39 5 5 2 0 0 88 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 36 10 7 2 1 0 81 10 1237

Question 31. I can count on my immediate supervisor to keep his or her promises.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 64 27 5 2 2 0 0 90 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 51 32 9 4 2 2 0 85 6 1235

Question 32. My immediate supervisor keeps me informed about the issues affecting my work.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 54 37 0 2 7 0 0 90 10 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 48 37 8 5 3 0 0 85 7 1238

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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 89 6 2 0 2 0 0 95 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 82 14 1 1 1 0 0 97 2 1235

Question 34. Subject to operational requirements, my immediate supervisor supports the use of flexible work arrangements (e.g., flexible hours, compressed workweeks, telework).

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 59 20 9 2 0 7 2 87 3 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 54 25 7 5 3 2 4 84 9 1236

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 59 34 0 7 0 0 0 93 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 58 27 6 4 3 1 0 86 7 1236

Question 36. My immediate supervisor seems to care about me as a person.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 68 19 6 5 2 0 0 86 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 60 24 8 3 3 1 0 85 6 1237

Question 37. I am satisfied with the quality of supervision I receive.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 61 18 11 7 2 0 0 80 10 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 56 26 8 5 4 0 0 83 9 1238
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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)

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2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 28 37 14 6 4 3 8 73 11 376

Question 40. Senior managers in my department or agency lead by example in ethical behaviour.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 51 26 17 2 2 2 0 78 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 30 39 14 6 4 7 0 74 11 1236

Question 41. I have confidence in the senior management of my department or agency.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 53 19 17 7 5 0 0 72 12 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 26 39 17 8 5 3 0 68 14 1237

Question 42. Senior management in my department or agency makes effective and timely decisions.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 34 26 19 12 0 9 0 66 13 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 18 39 21 11 5 7 0 61 17 1236

Question 43. I believe that senior management will try to resolve concerns raised in this survey.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 56 11 14 12 5 2 0 68 17 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 25 35 17 10 7 6 0 64 18 1237

Question 44. Essential information flows effectively from senior management to staff.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 42 26 11 15 0 7 0 72 16 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 21 42 17 12 6 3 0 64 18 1236
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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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 41 44 10 3 2 0 0 85 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 31 45 13 8 2 1 0 77 10 1235

Question 46. Employees in my department or agency carry out their duties in the public's interest.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 52 36 8 5 0 0 0 88 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 42 42 10 2 1 3 0 87 3 1235

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 42 30 11 9 0 7 0 78 10 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 45 36 8 5 2 2 1 84 8 1236

Question 48. Discussions about values and ethics occur in my workplace.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 27 36 18 2 7 7 3 70 11 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 37 15 10 4 5 1 70 15 1235

Question 49. I feel I can initiate a formal recourse process (e.g., grievance, complaint, appeal) without fear of reprisal.

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Total responses
2017 Has served in the Canadian military 26 23 19 9 7 9 7 58 20 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 17 21 20 13 11 14 5 47 29 1233

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 Has served in the Canadian military 72 18 3 2 0 0 5 95 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 58 29 6 3 0 1 2 90 3 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 84 9 2 0 0 5 0 98 0 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 68 23 4 2 0 2 1 94 2 1239

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 Has served in the Canadian military 31 40 5 10 5 9 0 79 16 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 39 14 9 4 5 1 71 14 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 11 29 14 15 9 16 5 51 31 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 20 30 15 17 11 4 3 54 30 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 26 49 18 5 2 0 0 75 7 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 25 42 19 6 3 4 0 70 10 1231

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 Has served in the Canadian military 47 33 8 2 2 7 0 87 5 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 42 37 11 3 2 5 0 84 5 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 54 35 2 7 2 0 0 88 9 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 43 8 3 1 1 0 87 5 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 58 33 5 2 2 0 0 91 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 52 38 6 2 2 0 0 90 4 1238

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 Has served in the Canadian military 58 28 5 7 2 0 0 86 9 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 51 32 10 3 3 1 0 84 6 1230

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 Has served in the Canadian military 54 32 5 7 2 0 0 86 9 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 47 37 10 4 2 0 0 84 6 1237

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 Has served in the Canadian military 46 17 15 8 9 5 0 67 18 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 27 14 7 4 5 0 73 12 1230
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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 Has served in the Canadian military 35 25 40 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 34 37 30 1238

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 Has served in the Canadian military 12 6 37 0 24 21 12
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 11 30 30 5 15 9 416
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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 Has served in the Canadian military 12 88 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 86 1236

Question 64a. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Co-workers

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 48 173

Question 64b. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 67 173

Question 64c. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals working for me

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 5 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 0 173

Question 64f. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Members of the public (individuals or organizations)

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 6 173

Question 65a. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Aggressive behaviour

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 36 173

Question 65b. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Excessive control

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 173

Question 65c. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Being excluded or being ignored

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 173

Question 65d. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Humiliation

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 42 173

Question 65e. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Interference with work or withholding resources

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 26 173

Question 65f. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Offensive remark

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 60 173

Question 65g. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Personal attack

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 173

Question 65i. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Sexual comment or gesture

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 6 173

Question 65j. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Threat

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 173

Question 65k. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Unfair treatment

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 43 173

Question 65l. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Yelling or shouting

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 25 173

Question 65m. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Other

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 17 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 61 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 34 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 13 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 11 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 17 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 17 173

Question 66h. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...Other

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 173

Question 66i. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I took no action.

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 23 173

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 13 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 19 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 12 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 15 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 19 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 8 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 12 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 38 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 8 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 49 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 50 170

Question 67p. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Other

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 12 170

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 87 13 172

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 Has served in the Canadian military 21 15 15 5 7 34 3 57 19 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 13 17 16 5 4 35 9 54 17 1236

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 Has served in the Canadian military 42 27 11 7 5 8 0 75 13 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 34 16 4 3 13 1 73 8 1234
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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 Has served in the Canadian military 27 48 15 0 3 5 3 81 3 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 24 46 11 6 3 2 10 78 9 1238

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 Has served in the Canadian military 10 8 28 0 0 39 15 39 0 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 20 18 3 3 32 15 54 11 1234

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 Has served in the Canadian military 40 41 7 0 0 9 3 92 0 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 32 7 2 1 9 9 88 3 1235

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 Has served in the Canadian military 34 35 7 0 0 21 3 91 0 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 32 31 10 3 1 14 9 82 5 1239
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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 Has not served in the Canadian military 5 95 1235

Question 76a. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Co-workers

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 68

Question 76b. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 85 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 0 68

Question 77a. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Race

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 28 68

Question 77b. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...National or ethnic origin

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 23 68

Question 77c. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Colour

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 68

Question 77e. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Age

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 68

Question 77f. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sex

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 26 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 0 68

Question 77i. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Marital status

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 0 68

Question 77j. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Family status

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 0 68

Question 77l. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Disability

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 15 68

Question 77n. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Other

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 30 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 44 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 18 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 10 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 11 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 13 68

Question 78h. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … Other

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 68

Question 78i. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I took no action.

Survey year Demographic
(%)
Total responses
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 68

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 12 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 8 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 11 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 27 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 45 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 71 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 9 65

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 Has not served in the Canadian military 93 7 68

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 Has served in the Canadian military 21 11 15 5 5 42 3 57 17 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 14 17 16 2 2 39 9 61 7 1237

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 Has served in the Canadian military 46 22 5 2 3 22 0 88 6 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 31 36 14 2 2 14 2 80 4 1235
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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 Has served in the Canadian military 45 21 13 13 8 0 0 66 21 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 20 20 22 16 20 0 2 41 37 1236

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 Has served in the Canadian military 26 26 23 17 7 0 0 53 24 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 15 27 29 16 12 0 1 43 28 1238

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 Has served in the Canadian military 39 24 15 7 15 0 0 63 22 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 20 27 25 16 10 0 2 49 26 1234

Question 83d. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Not enough employees to do the work

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 40 7 23 15 14 0 0 48 29 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 19 24 25 17 13 1 2 44 30 1238

Question 83e. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Overtime or long work hours

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 38 22 17 5 7 0 10 67 14 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 24 16 6 5 1 8 70 13 1236

Question 83f. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Balancing work and personal life

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 37 29 16 15 2 0 0 66 18 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 28 29 23 12 8 0 1 57 20 1236

Question 83g. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Lack of control or input in decision-making

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 42 26 15 16 0 0 0 68 16 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 31 21 11 5 1 2 62 16 1235

Question 83h. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Competing or constantly changing priorities

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 27 22 26 17 5 0 3 50 23 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 23 32 22 13 7 1 1 57 20 1233

Question 83i. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? … Lack of clear expectations

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 37 17 26 10 8 0 3 56 18 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 27 30 22 13 6 0 2 58 20 1237

Question 83j. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Information overload

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 38 22 17 8 12 0 3 62 21 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 31 32 20 9 6 1 2 65 14 1233

Question 83k. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Physical work environment

Survey year Demographic Not at all
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 55 33 10 2 0 0 0 88 2 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 57 24 11 4 2 0 2 83 6 1237

Question 83l. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Harassment or discrimination

Survey year Demographic Not at all
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 76 10 0 7 0 2 5 92 8 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 76 10 5 2 3 0 4 90 5 1235

Question 83m. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with my co-worker(s)

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 53 22 17 3 2 0 3 77 5 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 59 25 9 3 2 0 3 86 5 1237

Question 83n. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with individual(s) with authority over me

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 52 22 9 12 2 0 3 76 15 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 61 18 9 5 4 0 3 82 9 1233

Question 83o. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Issue(s) with individual(s) working for me

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 53 7 5 0 3 0 32 88 4 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 56 13 3 2 1 0 24 92 4 1234

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)

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 55 24 5 0 2 0 14 92 2 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 69 17 6 1 0 0 7 92 1 1229

Question 83q. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Lack of job security

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 56 14 7 8 8 0 7 76 17 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 66 14 6 4 4 0 5 84 9 1238

Question 83r. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? …Personal issues

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 55 29 6 3 2 0 5 88 6 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 50 27 14 4 2 0 3 78 7 1231

Question 84. Overall, my level of work-related stress is

Survey year Demographic Very low
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 12 32 43 12 0 0 0 44 12 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 10 33 39 13 6 0 0 42 18 1237

Question 85. After my workday, I feel emotionally drained.

Survey year Demographic Always/ Almost always
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 5 25 25 20 25 0 0 45 30 34
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 7 19 40 23 11 0 0 34 26 1237

Question 86. My department or agency does a good job of raising awareness of mental health in the workplace.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 42 30 21 2 0 5 0 75 3 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 39 45 8 3 2 3 0 86 5 1233

Question 87. I would describe my workplace as being psychologically healthy.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 25 48 10 12 2 2 0 75 15 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 24 47 13 9 4 2 0 72 14 1237
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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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 12 88 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 15 85 1237

Question 89. Were any measures taken to accommodate your needs?

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2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 86 14 189

Question 90. I am satisfied with the measures that were taken to accommodate my needs.

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2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 53 34 7 4 2 1 0 87 6 161
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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?

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 31 37 12 3 11 7 0 33 67 35
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 29 22 20 11 13 3 1 30 70 1238

Question 92a. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Missing regular pay

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 28 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 23 818

Question 92b. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Underpayment of regular pay

Survey year Demographic
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 25 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 40 818

Question 92c. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Overpayment of regular pay

Survey year Demographic
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 16 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 21 818

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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 26 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 44 818

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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 4 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 10 818

Question 92f. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Other

Survey year Demographic
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 48 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 39 818

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.

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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 13 45 25 9 4 4 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 5 48 20 10 7 11 796

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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 28 25 22 4 4 9 8 64 10 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 18 25 14 17 12 2 11 50 34 824

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
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2017 Has served in the Canadian military 13 8 22 15 33 9 0 23 53 20
2017 Has not served in the Canadian military 4 7 10 19 50 2 8 11 77 824
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