2017 Public Service Employee Survey Results for National Research Council 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 29 29 4 26 12 0 0 58 38 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 49 6 12 5 0 0 77 17 2295
2011 Aboriginal 42 35 0 14 8 0 0 77 23 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 41 44 5 8 3 0 0 84 11 2959
2008 Aboriginal 51 28 8 13 0 0 0 79 13 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 47 42 4 6 2 0 0 89 8 2982

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 66 26 0 0 0 8 0 100 0 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 64 22 7 4 2 1 1 88 5 2295
2011 Aboriginal 70 8 16 3 3 0 0 78 6 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 70 18 4 4 2 1 2 90 6 2959
2008 Aboriginal 82 13 0 2 3 0 0 95 5 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 72 17 4 4 2 1 1 90 5 2979

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 74 13 8 0 0 0 4 91 0 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 61 21 6 7 4 0 1 82 12 2294
2011 Aboriginal 61 19 11 5 0 0 3 83 6 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 66 16 5 6 4 0 2 84 11 2958
2008 Aboriginal 65 21 8 2 3 0 0 87 5 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 68 16 5 6 4 0 1 85 10 2979

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 54 16 4 12 9 4 0 74 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 48 37 6 7 3 0 0 85 9 2296
2011 Aboriginal 53 22 9 8 6 2 0 77 14 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 50 35 6 6 3 0 0 86 9 2954

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 21 36 9 22 13 0 0 57 34 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 41 13 13 5 0 0 68 18 2294
2011 Aboriginal 21 30 13 19 14 2 0 52 34 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 25 37 16 13 7 0 2 63 21 2956
2008 Aboriginal 31 40 3 8 13 0 6 75 22 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 27 41 14 11 4 0 2 70 15 2982

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 59 24 8 5 4 0 0 83 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 50 37 7 4 2 0 0 87 6 2292
2011 Aboriginal 49 27 11 8 5 0 0 76 13 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 53 35 7 4 2 0 0 88 6 2957
2008 Aboriginal 45 33 3 11 8 0 0 78 19 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 52 36 6 4 2 0 0 88 6 2981

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 63 16 12 4 5 0 0 79 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 34 5 4 2 0 0 90 5 2291
2011 Aboriginal 57 27 6 0 7 2 0 86 8 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 59 33 4 3 1 0 0 92 4 2954
2008 Aboriginal 45 34 5 8 8 0 0 79 16 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 56 35 4 3 1 0 0 91 5 2982

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 62 21 8 4 0 4 0 87 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 54 36 6 4 1 0 0 90 5 2289

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 53 25 4 13 4 0 0 79 17 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 41 33 13 8 3 1 1 76 11 2287
2011 Aboriginal 29 27 19 10 8 0 6 60 20 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 36 11 8 5 0 1 76 12 2958

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 20 4 12 21 33 0 9 27 60 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 19 21 12 14 22 2 11 46 40 2291
2011 Aboriginal 15 22 2 14 31 2 14 44 53 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 20 20 11 13 24 2 10 46 42 2957
2008 Aboriginal 31 12 10 18 20 0 8 47 42 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 23 22 10 13 20 2 11 51 37 2972

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 38 33 20 9 0 0 0 71 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 36 46 9 6 2 0 0 82 9 2294
2011 Aboriginal 51 30 10 2 2 0 3 84 5 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 39 42 9 7 4 0 0 81 10 2960
2008 Aboriginal 47 32 8 10 3 0 0 79 13 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 41 42 8 5 3 0 0 83 8 2974

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 16 45 12 18 9 0 0 61 26 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 36 17 15 8 0 0 60 22 2295
2011 Aboriginal 8 39 20 19 14 0 0 47 32 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 19 39 16 15 10 0 0 58 26 2965

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 17 48 9 21 4 0 0 65 26 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 46 14 11 4 0 0 71 15 2293

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 47 27 9 13 4 0 0 74 17 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 36 44 11 6 3 0 0 80 9 2296
2011 Aboriginal 40 43 2 6 9 0 0 83 14 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 37 41 11 6 4 1 0 78 10 2966
2008 Aboriginal 61 21 13 3 2 0 0 82 5 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 47 38 8 4 2 1 0 85 7 2982

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 26 52 9 0 13 0 0 78 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 42 15 9 6 0 0 70 15 2295

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 67 25 4 4 0 0 0 92 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 35 7 2 1 0 0 91 3 2291
2011 Aboriginal 65 22 11 0 2 0 0 87 2 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 64 28 5 2 1 0 0 92 3 2954

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 45 13 4 4 0 0 78 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 30 43 13 10 4 0 0 73 14 2289
2011 Aboriginal 24 42 10 16 8 0 0 65 24 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 31 39 12 11 7 0 0 70 18 2956

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 47 41 7 0 4 0 0 89 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 37 37 14 8 4 0 0 74 13 2287

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 38 32 21 0 9 0 0 70 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 40 16 10 5 0 1 69 15 2290
2011 Aboriginal 39 29 5 16 9 2 0 69 26 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 32 41 14 8 4 1 1 74 12 2959

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 55 16 17 8 4 0 0 71 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 45 39 10 5 2 0 0 84 6 2290
2011 Aboriginal 54 27 10 5 0 0 3 84 5 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 46 40 7 5 2 0 0 86 7 2961
2008 Aboriginal 50 29 11 8 3 0 0 79 10 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 50 39 6 4 2 0 0 88 5 2983

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 26 37 20 9 8 0 0 63 17 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 41 19 9 5 0 1 67 13 2292
2011 Aboriginal 24 26 23 17 8 2 0 51 26 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 25 39 19 10 6 0 1 65 16 2963
2008 Aboriginal 23 34 28 10 5 0 0 58 15 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 21 36 23 13 7 0 1 57 20 2980

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 12 37 46 4 0 0 0 4 49 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 27 38 16 7 0 2 24 38 2287
2011 Aboriginal 8 33 41 10 2 2 2 14 43 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 15 29 33 15 6 1 2 21 45 2951
2008 Aboriginal 21 25 42 9 3 0 0 12 46 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 8 25 36 20 8 0 3 29 34 2974

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 16 16 27 29 8 4 0 39 34 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 19 29 24 13 2 4 40 30 2275
2011 Aboriginal 16 28 16 24 9 5 2 35 48 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 18 25 26 16 10 2 3 27 45 2947
2008 Aboriginal 10 24 26 26 9 3 3 37 36 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 7 16 28 28 16 2 4 46 24 2977

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 9 42 32 13 4 0 0 18 50 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 26 28 15 7 2 4 23 47 2286
2011 Aboriginal 21 8 48 13 5 2 2 19 31 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 18 24 28 16 8 2 4 26 44 2948
2008 Aboriginal 16 30 15 24 12 3 0 37 47 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 14 22 29 19 10 1 4 31 38 2967

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 0 22 37 33 9 0 0 42 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 14 35 28 13 1 3 42 21 2279
2011 Aboriginal 5 17 42 23 7 2 2 32 23 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 8 15 34 28 12 1 3 42 23 2954
2008 Aboriginal 7 13 27 23 25 0 5 50 21 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 5 14 34 30 13 0 3 45 20 2968

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 12 25 35 20 4 0 4 25 38 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 23 29 19 11 1 4 32 37 2285
2011 Aboriginal 20 24 19 24 8 2 2 34 46 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 17 24 27 17 10 1 4 28 43 2956
2008 Aboriginal 14 29 23 15 12 0 8 29 46 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 11 23 29 20 13 1 4 34 35 2969

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 8 13 33 20 22 0 4 44 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 9 20 33 24 4 7 64 14 2280
2011 Aboriginal 3 11 22 18 33 2 11 59 16 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 5 8 22 32 23 3 8 61 14 2948
2008 Aboriginal 5 19 29 18 22 0 8 43 26 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 4 9 23 32 22 3 7 60 15 2967

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 9 37 37 13 4 0 0 18 45 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 27 30 13 7 2 4 21 47 2286
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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 75 13 4 0 0 0 9 96 0 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 60 19 7 6 4 0 3 82 10 2296
2011 Aboriginal 60 10 5 5 6 2 11 81 13 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 63 15 6 6 5 0 5 83 11 2959
2008 Aboriginal 72 11 2 0 10 3 2 87 10 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 59 15 7 6 6 1 7 80 13 2977

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 24 38 12 8 13 4 0 64 23 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 23 31 19 10 8 6 5 60 19 2291

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 33 54 4 0 9 0 0 87 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 41 33 11 9 6 1 1 74 15 2295

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 42 32 4 13 9 0 0 75 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 38 11 9 4 2 1 75 13 2293
2011 Aboriginal 27 25 11 24 11 2 0 53 35 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 37 37 11 8 5 1 1 76 13 2963
2008 Aboriginal 35 17 12 21 15 0 0 52 36 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 36 37 10 10 4 1 1 75 15 2980

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 38 37 4 4 18 0 0 74 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 29 30 13 9 6 11 2 68 17 2295
2011 Aboriginal 31 21 6 19 18 5 0 54 39 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 36 30 12 8 6 6 2 72 15 2957
2008 Aboriginal 27 17 13 19 21 3 0 46 41 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 37 29 13 9 6 5 1 70 17 2980

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 16 20 26 17 8 8 4 42 29 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 20 19 18 12 19 3 37 38 2295

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 54 21 13 12 0 0 0 75 12 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 45 39 8 5 3 0 0 85 8 2290
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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 28 51 8 4 9 0 0 79 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 34 37 14 9 5 0 0 72 14 2295
2011 Aboriginal 29 34 12 11 11 2 0 65 23 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 34 35 14 10 7 0 0 69 17 2961
2008 Aboriginal 30 23 22 15 7 0 3 55 23 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 31 36 13 11 9 0 0 67 20 2981

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 49 39 8 4 0 0 0 87 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 44 31 12 6 4 2 1 76 11 2295
2011 Aboriginal 35 32 18 5 8 2 0 69 13 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 42 31 12 8 6 1 0 74 14 2960
2008 Aboriginal 44 25 10 11 10 0 0 69 21 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 41 30 11 9 7 2 0 72 17 2982

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 36 47 8 9 0 0 0 83 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 39 36 11 9 5 1 0 75 14 2293
2011 Aboriginal 40 23 9 17 9 3 0 65 26 36
2011 Non-Aboriginal 36 34 12 10 7 0 0 70 17 2956
2008 Aboriginal 43 21 5 18 13 0 0 64 31 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 34 33 11 12 9 0 0 67 21 2981

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 79 8 4 0 0 0 9 95 0 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 75 14 4 2 3 0 3 91 5 2289
2011 Aboriginal 70 10 0 0 6 2 12 94 6 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 74 11 4 2 4 0 5 90 7 2958
2008 Aboriginal 78 7 5 0 8 0 2 87 8 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 74 8 4 3 4 0 6 88 8 2980

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 57 7 9 9 9 5 5 70 20 23
2017 Non-Aboriginal 45 25 9 6 5 5 4 78 12 2291
2011 Aboriginal 49 28 2 3 13 2 3 81 16 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 45 28 10 5 5 3 4 79 11 2957

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 49 34 9 9 0 0 0 82 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 51 29 9 6 4 1 0 81 10 2295

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 54 38 0 9 0 0 0 91 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 50 27 11 5 4 2 0 79 10 2293

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 53 33 5 9 0 0 0 87 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 47 29 11 8 5 0 0 76 13 2293
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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 Non-Aboriginal 25 37 18 9 4 2 4 66 15 424

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 37 39 8 12 5 0 0 76 17 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 27 33 18 8 5 10 0 67 14 2295
2011 Aboriginal 19 28 24 8 11 11 0 53 21 36
2011 Non-Aboriginal 20 28 21 11 11 9 1 54 24 2956

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 30 31 18 12 9 0 0 61 21 23
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 34 21 12 8 3 0 58 21 2294
2011 Aboriginal 18 24 15 10 30 2 0 43 42 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 15 26 20 17 21 2 0 41 39 2961
2008 Aboriginal 23 18 21 17 21 0 0 41 38 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 22 32 17 14 12 2 0 56 26 2981

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 16 38 13 16 13 4 0 56 31 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 29 25 16 9 8 0 46 28 2296
2011 Aboriginal 10 29 19 25 12 5 0 42 38 36
2011 Non-Aboriginal 8 25 22 22 17 6 0 35 42 2959
2008 Aboriginal 6 27 20 21 24 3 0 34 46 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 11 32 19 19 11 6 0 46 33 2980

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 13 38 24 13 12 0 0 51 25 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 30 21 13 10 8 0 53 25 2295
2011 Aboriginal 18 33 9 11 18 10 0 57 33 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 12 26 18 18 18 9 0 41 39 2960
2008 Aboriginal 19 22 19 8 28 5 0 42 37 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 16 29 19 15 12 9 0 49 30 2981

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 12 28 9 21 29 0 0 41 51 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 33 22 19 11 3 0 46 31 2291
2011 Aboriginal 10 27 6 33 19 5 0 39 55 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 10 26 18 23 20 2 0 37 45 2960
2008 Aboriginal 19 25 14 31 11 0 0 44 42 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 13 35 17 21 12 3 0 49 34 2979
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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 20 34 13 33 0 0 0 54 33 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 19 42 20 13 6 1 0 61 19 2290
2011 Aboriginal 36 25 5 14 17 2 0 63 32 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 18 36 16 16 13 1 0 54 29 2963

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 42 38 13 3 0 0 4 83 3 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 36 42 13 3 1 4 1 81 5 2291
2011 Aboriginal 30 47 7 5 5 2 3 81 11 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 35 37 15 4 3 4 1 76 7 2957

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 43 24 15 13 0 4 0 70 14 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 29 34 16 11 5 5 1 66 17 2288
2011 Aboriginal 27 33 5 16 10 6 2 66 29 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 29 30 15 11 7 5 2 63 20 2962
2008 Aboriginal 38 24 15 13 10 0 0 61 23 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 27 32 14 12 8 5 2 63 22 2980

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 25 25 38 8 4 0 0 50 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 29 26 15 7 7 2 47 24 2291
2011 Aboriginal 21 34 16 10 13 6 0 58 25 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 14 33 23 13 9 6 2 51 24 2954

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 21 21 17 25 8 4 3 45 36 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 20 22 15 13 15 3 39 34 2291
2011 Aboriginal 16 19 6 24 23 11 0 40 53 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 11 19 21 17 16 13 3 36 40 2961

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 79 4 8 4 0 0 4 87 5 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 52 24 10 6 3 2 4 79 10 2290

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 61 9 17 5 0 4 4 76 5 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 58 24 7 3 1 4 3 88 4 2291
2011 Aboriginal 61 14 9 0 6 2 9 84 6 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 55 19 10 4 2 3 8 83 6 2957
2008 Aboriginal 85 7 0 0 5 0 3 95 5 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 57 19 10 3 2 3 7 84 5 2980

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 7 43 20 21 8 0 0 51 29 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 33 19 16 12 3 0 52 29 2291
2011 Aboriginal 10 23 18 33 13 2 0 34 48 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 15 30 19 18 16 2 0 46 35 2956
2008 Aboriginal 25 25 7 22 19 3 0 52 42 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 21 35 18 15 10 2 0 57 25 2979

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 17 21 8 16 33 0 4 40 52 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 15 26 16 17 20 4 2 44 40 2293
2011 Aboriginal 5 22 12 34 21 2 3 29 59 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 13 21 16 18 27 2 2 36 47 2952
2008 Aboriginal 13 18 12 24 29 2 2 32 55 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 14 27 16 18 21 2 2 43 41 2978

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 17 48 9 22 4 0 0 65 26 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 39 21 11 5 4 0 62 16 2295

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 58 25 13 4 0 0 0 83 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 35 17 4 3 6 1 75 7 2288

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 53 30 8 8 0 0 0 83 8 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 38 42 12 4 2 2 0 82 6 2288
2011 Aboriginal 34 22 13 20 6 6 0 59 27 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 32 39 16 6 4 3 0 73 11 2958

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 58 13 13 13 4 0 0 70 17 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 39 8 4 2 0 0 86 6 2293
2011 Aboriginal 43 30 6 11 8 2 0 75 19 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 37 37 14 7 6 0 0 74 13 2958
2008 Aboriginal 43 33 8 11 5 0 0 76 16 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 38 38 11 8 4 0 0 77 12 2980

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 33 16 26 20 4 0 0 49 25 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 37 35 15 8 4 0 0 73 12 2293
2011 Aboriginal 32 32 20 5 8 2 0 66 14 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 26 34 18 12 9 1 0 61 21 2960

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 38 25 22 11 4 0 0 63 16 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 33 38 15 9 4 0 0 71 14 2293
2011 Aboriginal 23 41 13 18 3 2 0 66 21 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 23 35 17 15 9 0 0 58 25 2956
2008 Aboriginal 28 27 26 13 3 3 0 56 16 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 33 40 13 9 4 0 0 73 14 2982

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 33 20 4 17 13 4 9 62 34 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 37 27 17 8 6 4 1 68 15 2294
2011 Aboriginal 34 44 3 5 11 2 0 80 17 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 31 28 16 11 9 5 1 62 21 2961
2008 Aboriginal 28 29 10 20 8 6 0 60 29 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 34 30 15 10 7 4 1 67 17 2978
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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 16 34 49 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 16 56 29 2293
2011 Aboriginal 24 55 20 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 16 51 33 2965

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 Non-Aboriginal 30 17 18 16 14 6 349
2011 Non-Aboriginal 24 11 26 23 9999 17 488
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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 21 79 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 88 2293

Question 64a. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Co-workers
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 51 269

Question 64b. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 60 269

Question 64c. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 3 269

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 Non-Aboriginal 0 269

Question 64e. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals from other departments or agencies
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 269

Question 64f. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Members of the public (individuals or organizations)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 4 269

Question 65a. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Aggressive behaviour
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 270

Question 65b. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Excessive control
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 270

Question 65c. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Being excluded or being ignored
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 46 270

Question 65d. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Humiliation
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 40 270

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 31 270

Question 65f. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Offensive remark
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 53 270

Question 65g. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Personal attack
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 26 270

Question 65i. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Sexual comment or gesture
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 270

Question 65j. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Threat
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 11 270

Question 65k. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Unfair treatment
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 43 270

Question 65l. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Yelling or shouting
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 270

Question 65m. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 270

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 Non-Aboriginal 48 270

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 26 270

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 15 270

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 16 270

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 6 270

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 4 270

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 Non-Aboriginal 12 270

Question 66h. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 270

Question 66i. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 31 270

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 13 258

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 23 258

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 12 258

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 10 258

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 12 258

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 6 258

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 6 258

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 12 258

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 Non-Aboriginal 10 258

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 31 258

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 9 258

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 Non-Aboriginal 46 258

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 Non-Aboriginal 47 258

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 Non-Aboriginal 2 258

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 13 258

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 Non-Aboriginal 97 3 270

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 27 8 16 13 4 22 11 51 25 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 15 19 5 4 34 10 50 16 2295

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 35 19 21 13 0 9 3 61 14 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 26 30 20 5 3 14 2 66 11 2294
2011 Aboriginal 36 11 20 5 16 12 0 54 24 36
2011 Non-Aboriginal 29 33 19 6 4 10 0 68 11 2955
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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 12 47 22 13 0 0 6 64 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 19 49 13 8 3 3 4 74 12 2297
2011 Aboriginal 29 43 9 3 7 2 5 79 12 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 24 51 11 7 1 1 5 80 8 2959
2008 Aboriginal 34 36 11 5 7 0 7 75 13 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 23 50 12 6 2 2 5 78 9 2983

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 9 20 30 17 0 17 7 39 23 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 19 26 10 6 28 6 38 23 2293
2011 Aboriginal 12 20 16 14 11 22 5 44 34 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 8 24 24 12 7 19 6 42 25 2958

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 17 34 30 12 0 0 6 55 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 29 31 14 5 1 15 5 74 8 2297
2011 Aboriginal 29 22 12 10 8 14 5 63 23 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 34 32 13 5 2 10 5 77 8 2964
2008 Aboriginal 38 35 7 3 8 2 7 80 12 39
2008 Non-Aboriginal 31 35 14 4 2 10 5 77 7 2980

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 17 35 21 13 4 4 6 58 19 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 30 17 6 2 17 5 68 10 2292
2011 Aboriginal 32 19 14 8 8 14 5 63 20 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 24 32 16 6 4 13 5 69 12 2959
2008 Aboriginal 37 22 21 6 8 2 5 62 16 40
2008 Non-Aboriginal 31 31 14 7 5 8 4 70 13 2981
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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 Non-Aboriginal 4 96 2293

Question 76a. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Co-workers
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 35 103

Question 76b. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 86 103

Question 76c. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 5 103

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 Non-Aboriginal 0 103

Question 76f. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Members of the public (individuals or organizations)
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 103

Question 77a. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Race
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 14 102

Question 77b. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...National or ethnic origin
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 25 102

Question 77d. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Religion
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 7 102

Question 77e. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Age
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 21 102

Question 77f. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sex
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 28 102

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 Non-Aboriginal 0 102

Question 77j. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Family status
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 102

Question 77l. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Disability
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 12 102

Question 77m. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Pardoned conviction or suspended record
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 0 102

Question 77n. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 29 102

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 26 103

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 17 103

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 Non-Aboriginal 13 103

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 18 103

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 Non-Aboriginal 7 103

Question 78h. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? … Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 5 103

Question 78i. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 52 103

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 5 99

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 12 99

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 99

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 5 99

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 12 99

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 Non-Aboriginal 7 99

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 32 99

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 10 99

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 Non-Aboriginal 46 99

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 Non-Aboriginal 63 99

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 12 99

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 Non-Aboriginal 95 5 103

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 22 16 29 4 0 18 11 54 5 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 13 14 20 2 2 40 8 54 8 2292

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 33 9 29 17 0 9 3 48 20 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 26 29 19 3 2 19 2 70 7 2291
2011 Aboriginal 40 11 19 11 8 11 0 57 21 37
2011 Non-Aboriginal 33 34 17 3 2 11 0 76 5 2963
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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 49 26 0 9 16 0 0 75 25 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 43 31 14 7 4 1 2 75 11 2289

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 21 20 21 29 8 0 0 41 37 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 29 28 17 10 0 1 46 26 2292

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 30 11 37 13 8 0 0 41 22 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 23 33 23 13 6 0 2 57 20 2287

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 21 25 18 13 24 0 0 46 37 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 26 23 19 12 1 1 45 32 2293

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 29 33 8 13 16 0 0 62 30 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 37 30 16 7 4 1 5 71 12 2294

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 21 20 13 33 12 0 0 41 45 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 30 32 21 10 5 0 1 63 16 2288

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 29 25 18 17 11 0 0 54 28 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 34 23 12 6 1 1 59 18 2288

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 21 18 25 21 16 0 0 38 37 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 17 31 26 17 8 0 1 48 25 2286

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 30 28 22 0 20 0 0 58 20 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 24 33 23 12 7 0 1 57 19 2290

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 34 15 18 13 20 0 0 49 34 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 30 32 21 10 4 1 1 64 15 2285

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 53 33 9 0 4 0 0 87 4 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 62 23 9 2 1 0 2 87 4 2297

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 74 13 4 8 0 0 0 87 8 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 78 10 4 2 2 1 2 91 4 2294

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 45 25 21 9 0 0 0 70 9 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 29 9 3 2 0 2 86 5 2291

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 50 18 16 12 4 0 0 68 16 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 59 21 9 5 3 0 1 82 8 2293

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 55 8 4 0 0 0 33 93 0 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 55 12 5 1 0 0 26 91 2 2290

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 13 4 4 0 0 4 91 5 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 69 17 5 1 1 1 6 92 2 2287

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 50 18 17 0 8 4 4 73 8 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 53 25 10 5 5 1 2 80 10 2296

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 36 30 21 13 0 0 0 66 13 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 56 28 10 2 1 0 3 86 4 2291

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 29 20 26 12 0 0 42 38 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 32 38 14 5 0 0 42 19 2296

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 8 20 51 8 13 0 0 21 28 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 6 18 40 25 10 0 0 36 24 2286

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 30 24 16 13 8 4 4 59 23 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 9 28 25 17 10 10 0 42 30 2294

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 29 25 9 11 4 0 52 21 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 18 37 20 14 7 4 0 57 22 2290
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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 21 79 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 10 90 2293

Question 89. Were any measures taken to accommodate your needs?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 75 25 225

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 Non-Aboriginal 50 39 7 2 2 1 0 89 4 168
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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 76 8 4 0 4 8 0 82 18 24
2017 Non-Aboriginal 66 16 5 1 1 9 1 74 26 2295

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 Non-Aboriginal 10 508

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 Non-Aboriginal 16 508

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 Non-Aboriginal 11 508

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 Non-Aboriginal 25 508

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 Non-Aboriginal 4 508

Question 92f. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Non-Aboriginal 54 508

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 Non-Aboriginal 22 59 10 5 1 3 521

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 Non-Aboriginal 15 28 18 10 6 4 19 56 21 533

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 Non-Aboriginal 9 19 19 10 7 7 30 45 26 534
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