National Public Service Week (NPSW)
Important News
Like last year, social events for National Public Service Week (NPSW) will be held virtually to comply with current health guidelines.
The National Engagement and Recognition team (NERT) has worked in collaboration with Branch and Regional recognition coordinators, to find different ways to celebrate and to highlight employee’s dedication, commitment and hard work in serving Canadians.
Several corporate activities are offered. Please consult the NPSW Events Calendar below!
We hope that you join in on the virtual celebrations with your colleagues.
NPSW Events Calendar
Virtual kick-off event with our deputy ministers
Join our deputy ministers on June 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (EDT) by clicking on this event link.
Special guest: Janice Charette, Interim Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to the Cabinet
Before the event, try our Trivia Game: How well do you know ESDC?
Play now by clicking here, or connect on Sli.do using the code: #SNFP-NPSW. Results will be revealed at the end of the event!
Yoga at your desk
Enjoy this accessible form of yoga with Deputy Minister Annette Gibbons and yoga instructor Kaija Grasis on June 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. by clicking on this event link.
No equipment is required other than a chair. Employees are invited to play their own music during the session.
Virtual scavenger hunt
Gather a team of four colleagues from your branch or region to solve a variety of Canadian-themed clues and puzzles as fast as possible. Identify a team captain who will register and submit answers on behalf of the team. To facilitate collaboration, teams can work together in an MS Teams Meeting. The top three teams will be announced in an Intersection article following National Public Service Week.
The game opens at 1:30 p.m. (EDT) on Thursday, June 17 and will close at 1:30 p.m. (EDT) on Friday, June 18. Don’t forget to watch Senior Associate Deputy Minister Tina Namiesniowski’s special message!
- To play in French click on the French game link
- To play in English, click on the English game link
General Information
The National Public Service Week (NPSW) was created in 1992, following the adoption of the National Public Service Week Act: for better service to Canadians, in order to recognize the importance of employees of the federal public service and to recognize the services they provide to Canadians.
Under the Act, the third week of June is known as the NPSW across Canada.
The 2021 NPSW will take place from June 14 to 18. To find out about the NPSW events near you, consult the calendars and bulletins of events in your region.
Eligibility
All indeterminate and term employees of ESDC, including seasonal, casual and part-time employees, as well as students.
Nature
Events are organized to increase recognition, and to highlight employees’ contributions. The NPSW is held every year during the third week of June.
The Departmental Recognition Coordinator works closely with the departmental events team on NHQ activities organized during National Public Service Week.
Branch and Regional Recognition Coordinators are responsible for coordinating branch and regional events.
Questions and Answers
What is the time allowed for recognition events during the NPSW?
The time allowed to participate in the activities of the NPSW is at the discretion of management based on operational requirements. To ensure equity across sectors, various activities will be offered. Different ways of recognition will be showcased during NPSW to reach different types of jobs and to reflect the diversity of each area.
Is there a limit on spending during NPSW?
Each year, CFOB establishes guidelines that will equip managers to manage NPSW activities funding. We encourage you to organize activities that are free or require little or no cost.