2017 Public Service Employee Survey Results for Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council by Question 117. Are you a person with a disability?

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 Person with a disability 14 52 6 17 11 0 0 66 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 35 54 3 6 2 0 0 89 8 350

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 Person with a disability 64 30 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 16
2017 Not a person with a disability 69 24 2 3 1 1 0 94 3 349

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 Person with a disability 65 35 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 63 25 5 6 1 0 0 88 7 349

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 Person with a disability 40 35 11 8 6 0 0 75 14 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 53 33 8 5 1 0 0 86 6 348

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 Person with a disability 23 43 11 17 6 0 0 66 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 38 42 10 9 2 0 0 80 10 350

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 Person with a disability 24 59 0 11 6 0 0 83 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 42 43 9 3 2 0 0 86 5 350

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 Person with a disability 49 28 6 11 6 0 0 77 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 53 35 6 5 1 0 0 88 6 350

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 Person with a disability 49 30 15 6 0 0 0 79 6 16
2017 Not a person with a disability 57 34 7 2 0 0 1 91 2 349

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 Person with a disability 42 24 6 17 11 0 0 66 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 55 31 7 6 1 0 0 86 7 349

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 Person with a disability 23 11 11 6 17 0 32 50 33 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 37 24 10 9 5 1 14 72 17 349

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 Person with a disability 23 55 6 6 11 0 0 77 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 44 43 7 5 1 0 0 87 6 349

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 Person with a disability 25 29 11 11 23 0 0 55 34 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 35 36 13 12 3 0 0 71 16 349

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 Person with a disability 17 49 11 6 17 0 0 66 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 38 43 11 6 2 0 0 81 8 349

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 Person with a disability 40 43 6 0 11 0 0 83 11 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 53 38 7 3 1 0 0 90 3 348

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 Person with a disability 17 43 6 6 28 0 0 60 34 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 38 41 12 7 2 0 0 79 9 349

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 Person with a disability 55 34 6 0 6 0 0 89 6 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 61 32 5 1 1 0 0 93 2 350

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 Person with a disability 25 35 11 17 11 0 0 60 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 42 41 9 6 3 0 0 82 9 350

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 Person with a disability 37 29 11 6 17 0 0 66 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 45 36 9 6 3 0 0 81 10 349

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 Person with a disability 37 24 23 6 11 0 0 60 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 41 39 12 7 1 0 0 81 8 350

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 Person with a disability 34 43 11 6 6 0 0 77 11 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 52 39 6 2 1 0 0 91 3 350

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 Person with a disability 42 46 6 0 6 0 0 89 6 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 42 33 18 5 1 0 0 75 6 350

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 Person with a disability 6 6 41 48 0 0 0 48 11 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 4 18 43 23 10 1 2 34 23 349

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 Person with a disability 0 25 35 11 23 6 0 36 27 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 5 16 24 27 21 4 3 52 22 348

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 Person with a disability 18 17 34 20 6 6 0 27 37 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 9 22 34 22 11 1 2 34 31 350

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 Person with a disability 6 0 41 42 6 6 0 51 6 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 3 13 31 35 16 1 2 52 16 348

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 Person with a disability 18 23 28 20 11 0 0 31 41 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 7 21 31 21 13 2 4 36 30 349

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 Person with a disability 11 17 38 11 23 0 0 34 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 8 20 29 25 12 4 3 39 30 348

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 Person with a disability 11 20 41 11 17 0 0 28 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 8 18 41 20 9 2 2 30 27 348
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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 Person with a disability 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 76 18 3 2 0 0 0 94 3 349

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 Person with a disability 34 29 0 6 31 0 0 63 37 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 31 32 13 10 4 4 5 70 16 350

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 Person with a disability 35 25 17 6 17 0 0 60 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 52 33 5 6 2 1 0 86 9 349

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 Person with a disability 34 35 11 14 6 0 0 69 20 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 45 37 9 7 1 0 0 83 9 350

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 Person with a disability 35 17 0 14 17 11 6 63 37 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 39 31 10 9 2 9 1 77 12 350

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 Person with a disability 11 41 6 14 11 17 0 63 30 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 13 23 15 16 9 21 2 47 33 350

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 Person with a disability 52 23 0 20 6 0 0 75 25 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 57 32 5 4 1 0 0 89 5 350
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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 Person with a disability 48 24 11 6 11 0 0 72 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 49 31 7 9 3 0 1 81 12 350

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 Person with a disability 48 29 0 6 11 6 0 82 18 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 58 24 8 6 1 1 1 84 8 350

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 Person with a disability 48 24 11 6 11 0 0 72 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 51 29 9 8 2 1 1 81 10 349

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 Person with a disability 94 6 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 83 13 2 1 1 0 1 97 1 350

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 Person with a disability 66 28 0 0 6 0 0 94 6 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 68 17 3 3 4 2 3 90 7 350

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 Person with a disability 57 25 0 0 12 6 0 87 13 16
2017 Not a person with a disability 66 22 5 5 1 0 0 89 6 350

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 Person with a disability 64 6 12 6 12 0 0 70 18 16
2017 Not a person with a disability 63 24 6 3 2 1 0 89 6 349

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 Person with a disability 59 18 6 6 11 0 0 77 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 60 25 8 5 2 0 0 84 7 350
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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 Not a person with a disability 25 32 11 11 6 2 12 67 20 121

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 Person with a disability 46 17 8 11 11 6 0 67 24 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 39 37 12 4 2 4 1 80 7 349

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 Person with a disability 28 35 14 6 17 0 0 63 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 34 40 15 6 3 2 1 75 9 348

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 Person with a disability 11 41 0 31 17 0 0 52 48 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 22 38 22 10 4 4 1 63 14 348

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 Person with a disability 11 35 11 20 23 0 0 46 42 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 31 32 18 11 5 3 1 65 17 349

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 Person with a disability 11 34 7 20 28 0 0 45 48 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 23 38 19 13 5 2 1 62 18 349
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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 Person with a disability 24 45 20 0 11 0 0 69 11 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 37 45 10 6 2 1 0 82 8 349

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 Person with a disability 58 37 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 52 35 9 2 0 2 0 89 2 350

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 Person with a disability 40 17 12 0 31 0 0 57 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 38 30 14 11 4 3 1 71 15 349

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 Person with a disability 34 29 11 6 11 8 0 69 19 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 33 27 21 10 3 5 1 64 14 349

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 Person with a disability 17 11 6 6 42 6 12 35 59 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 14 24 20 14 11 13 3 45 30 350

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 Person with a disability 94 6 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 65 25 7 2 0 1 1 92 2 350

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 Person with a disability 89 11 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 71 22 4 1 0 2 1 95 1 349

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 Person with a disability 17 35 0 31 17 0 0 52 48 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 29 42 13 9 4 2 1 73 14 349

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 Person with a disability 6 48 12 0 34 0 0 54 34 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 19 31 15 18 12 3 2 53 31 350

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 Person with a disability 23 24 17 11 11 14 0 54 26 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 25 45 17 8 2 4 0 73 10 348

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 Person with a disability 46 11 0 11 25 6 0 61 39 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 42 37 14 3 1 3 0 82 4 347

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 Person with a disability 28 35 17 14 6 0 0 63 20 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 46 40 7 5 1 1 0 88 5 348

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 Person with a disability 40 24 20 0 17 0 0 63 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 60 33 5 2 0 0 0 92 2 349

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 Person with a disability 34 24 20 0 17 6 0 61 18 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 56 33 7 3 1 1 0 89 4 350

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 Person with a disability 28 35 6 14 17 0 0 63 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 54 34 8 3 1 0 0 88 4 350

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 Person with a disability 34 23 14 6 17 7 0 61 24 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 43 28 17 5 5 2 1 73 10 349
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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 Person with a disability 23 48 29 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 26 41 33 349

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 Not a person with a disability 21 27 33 4 12 4 91
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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 Person with a disability 37 63 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 14 86 350

Question 64a. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Co-workers
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 57 46

Question 64b. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 49 46

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 Not a person with a disability 0 46

Question 64g. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 46

Question 65a. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Aggressive behaviour
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 47 46

Question 65b. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Excessive control
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 28 46

Question 65c. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Being excluded or being ignored
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 34 46

Question 65d. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Humiliation
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 27 46

Question 65e. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Interference with work or withholding resources
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 30 46

Question 65f. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Offensive remark
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 64 46

Question 65g. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Personal attack
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 34 46

Question 65h. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Physical violence
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 46

Question 65k. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Unfair treatment
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 40 46

Question 65l. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Yelling or shouting
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 21 46

Question 65m. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 20 46

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 Not a person with a disability 70 46

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 Not a person with a disability 37 46

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 Not a person with a disability 18 46

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 Not a person with a disability 15 46

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 Not a person with a disability 17 46

Question 66i. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 13 46

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 Not a person with a disability 14 44

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 Not a person with a disability 22 44

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 Not a person with a disability 15 44

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 Not a person with a disability 20 44

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 Not a person with a disability 11 44

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 Not a person with a disability 18 44

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 Not a person with a disability 11 44

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 Not a person with a disability 0 44

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 Not a person with a disability 29 44

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 Not a person with a disability 44 44

Question 67m. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Someone threatened me.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 44

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 Not a person with a disability 42 44

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 Not a person with a disability 0 44

Question 67p. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the harassment you experienced? ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 14 44

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 Not a person with a disability 94 6 47

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 Person with a disability 17 18 11 23 20 6 6 39 48 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 14 19 14 6 7 31 9 55 22 350

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 Person with a disability 29 28 0 25 11 6 0 61 39 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 32 32 17 5 3 10 1 72 9 350
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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 Person with a disability 11 46 6 6 0 8 23 84 8 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 21 34 11 6 2 2 24 75 11 350

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 Person with a disability 6 6 0 0 23 14 52 33 67 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 3 8 11 1 2 13 62 45 14 350

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 Person with a disability 23 24 11 0 0 14 28 80 0 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 35 21 8 2 1 10 24 85 4 350

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 Person with a disability 23 7 17 0 11 14 28 51 20 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 32 21 11 1 1 12 23 81 3 350
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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 Not a person with a disability 5 95 350

Question 76b. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? ...Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 84 19

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 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77d. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Religion
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77e. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Age
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 32 19

Question 77f. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sex
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 53 19

Question 77g. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Sexual orientation
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 19

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 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77i. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Marital status
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 19

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 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77l. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Disability
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77m. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Pardoned conviction or suspended record
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 19

Question 77n. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. ...Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 26 19

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 Not a person with a disability 28 18

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 Not a person with a disability 0 18

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 Not a person with a disability 0 18

Question 78i. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? ...I took no action.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 67 18

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 Not a person with a disability 0 17

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 Not a person with a disability 0 17

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 Not a person with a disability 0 17

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 Not a person with a disability 35 17

Question 79m. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? ...Someone threatened me.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 17

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 Not a person with a disability 59 17

Question 79o. Why did you not file a grievance or a formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? …The time limit to file a grievance or a formal complaint had passed.
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 0 17

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 Not a person with a disability 74 26 19

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 Person with a disability 17 17 17 6 11 21 11 50 25 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 17 15 13 2 3 39 11 64 10 350

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 Person with a disability 24 23 17 11 11 14 0 54 26 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 37 32 14 3 2 11 2 78 6 350
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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 Person with a disability 23 29 17 6 25 0 0 52 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 43 31 12 7 5 0 2 75 12 350

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 Person with a disability 14 17 45 18 6 0 0 31 24 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 15 28 30 18 8 1 1 44 26 350

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 Person with a disability 37 28 18 17 0 0 0 65 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 26 28 27 12 5 1 2 55 17 350

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 Person with a disability 6 34 25 24 0 6 6 45 27 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 20 27 26 15 10 1 1 48 25 350

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 Person with a disability 23 17 18 6 0 6 31 63 9 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 43 27 15 5 1 1 9 77 6 349

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 Person with a disability 11 25 35 6 23 0 0 37 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 28 32 24 13 2 0 1 61 15 350

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 Person with a disability 20 40 17 12 6 6 0 63 19 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 27 38 20 12 2 0 1 66 14 350

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 Person with a disability 25 34 24 11 0 6 0 63 12 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 24 31 29 12 2 0 2 56 14 350

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 Person with a disability 23 43 6 17 11 0 0 66 28 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 32 34 21 9 3 0 1 66 12 349

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 Person with a disability 31 34 17 18 0 0 0 65 18 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 35 31 20 9 3 1 1 67 13 348

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 Person with a disability 34 41 6 20 0 0 0 75 20 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 65 20 9 2 1 0 3 88 3 350

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 Person with a disability 58 11 6 11 14 0 0 69 25 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 75 13 6 3 1 0 2 91 3 349

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 Person with a disability 17 66 0 11 6 0 0 83 17 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 60 24 11 3 1 0 2 85 4 350

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 Person with a disability 65 12 0 6 17 0 0 77 23 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 65 21 8 3 1 1 2 88 4 348

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 Person with a disability 23 12 11 6 6 6 37 61 20 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 57 11 3 3 1 1 25 91 5 348

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 Person with a disability 51 24 6 6 0 0 14 87 7 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 66 21 5 1 1 1 6 93 1 349

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 Person with a disability 52 28 14 0 6 0 0 80 6 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 64 19 7 2 3 1 3 86 6 349

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 Person with a disability 23 35 11 6 17 0 8 63 25 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 51 29 13 3 1 0 2 82 5 347

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 Person with a disability 0 23 43 23 11 0 0 23 34 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 13 33 39 13 2 0 0 46 15 349

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 Person with a disability 17 29 37 17 0 0 0 17 46 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 5 14 44 23 14 0 0 37 19 349

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 Person with a disability 29 28 11 6 25 0 0 58 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 46 38 9 4 1 2 0 86 5 349

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 Person with a disability 11 35 11 25 17 0 0 46 42 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 33 44 11 9 2 1 0 77 11 349
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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 Person with a disability 69 31 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 17 83 350

Question 89. Were any measures taken to accommodate your needs?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Person with a disability 67 33 12
2017 Not a person with a disability 77 23 58

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 Not a person with a disability 51 47 0 2 0 0 0 98 2 44
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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 Person with a disability 52 23 6 6 8 6 0 55 45 17
2017 Not a person with a disability 56 22 11 4 1 4 2 60 40 350

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 Not a person with a disability 22 132

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 Not a person with a disability 24 132

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 Not a person with a disability 23 132

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 Not a person with a disability 46 132

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 Not a person with a disability 7 132

Question 92f. Please indicate which of the following pay or other compensation issues you have experienced: … Other
Survey year Demographic
(%)		 Total responses
2017 Not a person with a disability 38 132

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 Not a person with a disability 8 71 8 7 4 2 130

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 Not a person with a disability 29 29 7 19 8 1 8 63 29 133

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 Not a person with a disability 12 12 8 14 10 3 42 43 43 133
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