2024 Public Service Employee Survey Results for Transportation Safety Board of Canada by Question 101. Please indicate your occupational group. If you are in an acting position, specify the group of the action position. Occupational group and level - EN

The results of the 2024 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. The results for "Positive answers" and "Negative answers" are calculated by removing the "Don't know" and "Not applicable" responses from the total responses.

Results for questions 44, 73 and 93 are calculated differently than previous years to provide a more accurate and meaningful reflection of employee experiences. The calculation of negative answers now includes "To a very large extent", "To a large extent", "To a moderate extent" and "To a small extent". Because of this adjustment, results for these questions are not directly comparable to previous years.

Survey Themes

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My Job

Question 1. I have the tools, technology 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
2024 EN 20 61 10 0 9 0 0 81 9 10
2022 EN 43 57 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 19 63 6 6 6 0 0 81 13 15
2020 EN-05 10 60 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10

Question 2. 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
2024 EN 64 27 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 10

Question 3. When I prepare written materials, including emails, 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
2024 EN 83 8 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 10

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
2024 EN 64 27 0 0 9 0 0 91 9 10
2022 EN 67 33 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 44 44 6 0 0 0 6 93 0 15
2020 EN-05 50 50 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 29 57 7 7 0 0 0 86 7 15

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
2024 EN 17 46 10 17 9 0 0 64 26 10
2022 EN 42 34 16 9 0 0 0 75 9 10
2020 EN 25 44 31 0 0 0 0 69 0 15
2020 EN-05 40 30 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10
2019 EN 21 43 14 21 0 0 0 64 21 15

Question 6. 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
2024 EN 29 62 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 10
2022 EN 60 40 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 44 50 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 50 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 29 50 7 14 0 0 0 79 14 15

Question 7. 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
2024 EN 56 26 0 18 0 0 0 82 18 10
2022 EN 59 34 7 0 0 0 0 93 0 10
2020 EN 56 25 0 6 6 0 6 87 13 15
2020 EN-05 70 20 0 0 10 0 0 90 10 10
2019 EN 36 64 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 15

Question 8. 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
2024 EN 54 29 8 9 0 0 0 83 9 10
2022 EN 68 32 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 53 27 13 7 0 0 0 80 7 15
2020 EN-05 60 30 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10
2019 EN 57 36 7 0 0 0 0 93 0 15

Question 9. 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
2024 EN 0 36 37 9 17 0 0 36 26 10
2022 EN 25 26 41 8 0 0 0 51 8 10
2020 EN 25 50 6 13 6 0 0 75 19 15
2020 EN-05 30 50 10 10 0 0 0 80 10 10
2019 EN 21 43 29 7 0 0 0 64 7 15

Question 10. 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
2024 EN 28 36 26 0 9 0 0 65 9 10
2022 EN 50 43 0 0 7 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 31 56 0 6 6 0 0 88 13 15
2020 EN-05 30 70 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 29 43 14 14 0 0 0 71 14 15

Question 11. 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
2024 EN 55 28 0 17 0 0 0 83 17 10
2022 EN 85 9 0 7 0 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 75 25 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 15
2020 EN-05 60 40 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 71 29 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 15

Question 12. 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
2024 EN 28 45 9 9 8 0 0 74 17 10
2022 EN 34 51 9 0 7 0 0 85 7 10
2020 EN 31 50 0 6 13 0 0 81 19 15
2020 EN-05 30 60 0 10 0 0 0 90 10 10
2019 EN 36 50 0 14 0 0 0 86 14 15

Question 13. 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
2024 EN 73 27 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2022 EN 85 15 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 69 31 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 15
2020 EN-05 70 30 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 57 21 21 0 0 0 0 79 0 15

Question 14. 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
2024 EN 19 45 18 9 9 0 0 64 18 10
2022 EN 26 42 25 7 0 0 0 68 7 10
2020 EN 50 13 19 19 0 0 0 63 19 15
2020 EN-05 40 20 30 10 0 0 0 60 10 10
2019 EN 14 57 14 14 0 0 0 71 14 15

Question 15. 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
2024 EN 27 46 9 0 18 0 0 73 18 10
2022 EN 42 43 0 8 7 0 0 85 15 10
2020 EN 38 19 25 6 13 0 0 56 19 15
2020 EN-05 30 20 40 0 10 0 0 50 10 10
2019 EN 36 29 14 21 0 0 0 64 21 15

Question 16. 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
2024 EN 19 46 8 18 9 0 0 65 27 10
2022 EN 33 60 0 0 7 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 38 38 13 13 0 0 0 75 13 15
2020 EN-05 30 50 20 0 0 0 0 80 0 10
2019 EN 29 50 14 7 0 0 0 79 7 15

Question 17. 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
2024 EN 55 27 17 0 0 0 0 83 0 10
2022 EN 68 25 7 0 0 0 0 93 0 10
2020 EN 56 25 6 13 0 0 0 81 13 15
2020 EN-05 60 30 0 10 0 0 0 90 10 10
2019 EN 57 29 14 0 0 0 0 86 0 15

Question 18. 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
2024 EN 18 19 45 9 9 0 0 37 18 10
2022 EN 9 57 18 9 8 0 0 65 17 10
2020 EN 19 44 31 0 6 0 0 63 6 15
2020 EN-05 10 70 20 0 0 0 0 80 0 10
2019 EN 14 50 21 14 0 0 0 64 14 15

Question 19a. 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
2024 EN 26 9 46 19 0 0 0 19 35 10
2022 EN 9 26 25 32 0 0 8 35 38 10
2020 EN 0 19 31 44 6 0 0 50 19 15
2020 EN-05 0 20 40 30 10 0 0 40 20 10
2019 EN 0 21 64 14 0 0 0 14 21 15

Question 19b. 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
2024 EN 17 10 29 44 0 0 0 44 27 10
2022 EN 0 16 42 24 17 0 0 41 16 10
2020 EN 0 13 44 25 19 0 0 44 13 15
2020 EN-05 0 10 40 20 30 0 0 50 10 10
2019 EN 7 14 50 29 0 0 0 29 21 15

Question 19c. 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
2024 EN 18 9 37 36 0 0 0 36 27 10
2022 EN 17 9 34 40 0 0 0 40 26 10
2020 EN 13 6 44 31 6 0 0 38 19 15
2020 EN-05 10 10 50 20 10 0 0 30 20 10
2019 EN 0 14 50 21 14 0 0 36 14 15

Question 19d. 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
2024 EN 27 8 46 0 18 0 0 18 35 10
2022 EN 8 9 42 41 0 0 0 41 17 10
2020 EN 0 25 31 38 6 0 0 44 25 15
2020 EN-05 0 30 40 20 10 0 0 30 30 10
2019 EN 14 21 36 21 7 0 0 29 36 15

Question 19e. 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
2024 EN 0 9 17 37 18 0 18 68 11 10
2022 EN 0 0 25 33 25 0 17 69 0 10
2020 EN 0 6 13 44 38 0 0 81 6 15
2020 EN-05 0 0 20 40 40 0 0 80 0 10
2019 EN 7 7 14 50 14 0 7 69 15 15

Question 19f. 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
2024 EN 17 9 56 17 0 0 0 17 26 10
2022 EN 24 9 58 8 0 0 0 8 33 10
2020 EN 13 25 25 25 13 0 0 38 38 15
2020 EN-05 10 30 30 10 20 0 0 30 40 10
2019 EN 21 21 36 21 0 0 0 21 43 15

Question 19g. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... unreliable technology.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 0 17 18 55 10 0 0 65 17 10
2022 EN 0 7 25 42 17 9 0 65 8 10
2020 EN 13 25 38 19 6 0 0 25 38 15
2020 EN-05 10 20 40 20 10 0 0 30 30 10
2019 EN 7 21 29 36 0 7 0 38 31 15
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My Work Unit

Question 20. 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
2024 EN 0 56 17 0 9 8 9 68 11 10
2022 EN 8 59 9 8 0 16 0 80 10 10
2020 EN 38 19 25 6 6 0 6 60 13 15
2020 EN-05 40 20 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10
2019 EN 0 14 50 21 14 0 0 14 36 15

Question 21. 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
2024 EN 47 34 10 9 0 0 0 81 9 10
2022 EN 44 25 16 15 0 0 0 69 15 10
2020 EN 47 13 27 13 0 0 0 60 13 15
2020 EN-05 40 10 30 20 0 0 0 50 20 10
2019 EN 21 43 21 14 0 0 0 64 14 15

Question 22. 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
2024 EN 64 27 0 0 9 0 0 91 9 10
2022 EN 52 40 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 10
2020 EN 69 19 6 0 6 0 0 88 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 30 10 0 10 0 0 80 10 10
2019 EN 21 43 14 21 0 0 0 64 21 15

Question 23. The people I work with value my ideas and opinions.

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
2024 EN 19 63 0 9 9 0 0 82 18 10
2022 EN 58 17 17 8 0 0 0 75 8 10
2020 EN 44 38 13 6 0 0 0 81 6 15
2020 EN-05 40 40 10 10 0 0 0 80 10 10
2019 EN 36 43 14 7 0 0 0 79 7 15

Question 24. In my work unit, I would feel safe to speak about racism in the workplace without fear of reprisal or negative impact on my career.

Racism refers to any expression of prejudice, discrimination, hostility or violence against people because they appear to belong to a specific race or ethnic group. Racism may show up in individual actions, with conscious awareness or not, and/or in organizational policies or practices.

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
2024 EN 19 10 27 9 9 17 9 39 24 10
2022 EN 51 9 24 17 0 0 0 59 17 10

Question 25. In my work unit, I would feel safe to speak about racism in the workplace without negative impact on my mental health.

Racism refers to any expression of prejudice, discrimination, hostility or violence against people because they appear to belong to a specific race or ethnic group. Racism may show up in individual actions, with conscious awareness or not, and/or in organizational policies or practices.

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
2024 EN 19 10 27 9 9 17 9 39 24 10
2022 EN 42 9 17 17 0 16 0 60 20 10
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My Immediate Supervisor

Question 26. My immediate supervisor encourages me to work collaboratively with others outside of 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
2024 EN 36 37 27 0 0 0 0 73 0 10
2022 EN 50 26 9 8 7 0 0 76 15 10
2020 EN 56 38 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 15
2020 EN-05 60 40 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 57 29 14 0 0 0 0 86 0 15

Question 27. 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
2024 EN 36 45 19 0 0 0 0 81 0 10
2022 EN 51 25 8 16 0 0 0 76 16 10
2020 EN 50 31 13 6 0 0 0 81 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 40 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10
2019 EN 36 43 14 7 0 0 0 79 7 15

Question 28. I feel that my immediate supervisor supports my career 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
2024 EN 45 17 29 0 9 0 0 62 9 10
2022 EN 59 8 9 23 0 0 0 68 23 10
2020 EN 44 25 19 6 6 0 0 69 13 15
2020 EN-05 50 20 20 10 0 0 0 70 10 10

Question 29. 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
2024 EN 29 50 21 0 0 0 0 79 0 10
2022 EN 51 25 18 7 0 0 0 76 7 10
2020 EN 38 38 19 6 0 0 0 75 6 15
2020 EN-05 30 50 20 0 0 0 0 80 0 10
2019 EN 57 29 7 7 0 0 0 86 7 15

Question 30. My immediate supervisor supports the use of flexible work hours (e.g., varying the start and end times of the workday).

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
2024 EN 82 18 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2022 EN 74 26 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10

Question 31. 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
2024 EN 53 19 19 0 9 0 0 72 9 10
2022 EN 51 25 16 8 0 0 0 76 8 10
2020 EN 63 13 19 6 0 0 0 75 6 15
2020 EN-05 60 20 20 0 0 0 0 80 0 10
2019 EN 64 14 14 7 0 0 0 79 7 15

Question 32. 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
2024 EN 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2022 EN 82 18 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 85 8 0 8 0 0 0 92 8 15
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Senior Management

Question 33. 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
2024 EN 0 56 9 0 26 8 0 61 29 10
2022 EN 9 50 26 0 0 15 0 70 0 10
2020 EN 13 50 6 13 6 13 0 71 21 15
2020 EN-05 0 60 10 10 0 20 0 75 13 10
2019 EN 14 29 50 0 0 7 0 46 0 15

Question 34. 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
2024 EN 0 55 10 0 35 0 0 55 35 10
2022 EN 9 26 42 16 8 0 0 35 24 10
2020 EN 19 25 38 13 6 0 0 44 19 15
2020 EN-05 0 40 50 10 0 0 0 40 10 10
2019 EN 0 36 29 29 0 7 0 38 31 15

Question 35. 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
2024 EN 0 38 36 0 26 0 0 38 26 10
2022 EN 8 35 33 17 0 7 0 46 19 10
2020 EN 0 31 25 19 6 19 0 38 31 15
2020 EN-05 0 30 40 20 0 10 0 33 22 10
2019 EN 0 29 29 43 0 0 0 29 43 15

Question 36. 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
2024 EN 9 38 18 0 26 8 0 51 29 10
2022 EN 9 65 17 9 0 0 0 74 9 10
2020 EN 0 56 31 6 6 0 0 56 13 15
2020 EN-05 0 50 50 0 0 0 0 50 0 10
2019 EN 0 36 43 14 7 0 0 36 21 15

Question 37. Senior managers in my department or agency use both official languages in their interactions with employees.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 38 45 8 0 0 9 0 91 0 10
2022 EN 75 25 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2020 EN 63 19 6 6 0 0 6 87 7 15
2020 EN-05 70 20 0 10 0 0 0 90 10 10
2019 EN 43 36 14 0 0 7 0 85 0 15
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My Organization (Department or Agency)

Question 38. 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
2024 EN 36 29 8 9 17 0 0 65 26 10
2022 EN 34 50 9 7 0 0 0 84 7 10
2020 EN 19 56 19 6 0 0 0 75 6 15
2020 EN-05 0 70 20 10 0 0 0 70 10 10
2019 EN 14 64 14 7 0 0 0 79 7 15

Question 39. I feel that change is managed well 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
2024 EN 0 36 20 17 9 17 0 44 32 10
2022 EN 8 25 60 0 7 0 0 33 7 10
2020 EN 6 38 31 25 0 0 0 44 25 15
2020 EN-05 0 50 20 30 0 0 0 50 30 10
2019 EN 0 7 36 57 0 0 0 7 57 15

Question 40. 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
2024 EN 9 56 17 0 9 9 0 71 10 10
2022 EN 17 51 9 15 0 9 0 74 16 10
2020 EN 0 38 19 31 0 6 6 43 36 15
2020 EN-05 0 40 30 20 0 10 0 44 22 10
2019 EN 15 31 38 8 8 0 0 46 15 15

Question 41. My department or agency does a good job of promoting values and ethics 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
2024 EN 9 38 44 0 9 0 0 47 9 10
2022 EN 26 59 8 7 0 0 0 85 7 10
2020 EN 13 44 25 19 0 0 0 56 19 15
2020 EN-05 10 50 20 20 0 0 0 60 20 10
2019 EN 7 43 36 7 7 0 0 50 14 15

Question 42. 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
2024 EN 0 27 28 0 9 36 0 43 14 10
2022 EN 17 25 26 9 7 17 0 50 19 10
2020 EN 20 13 27 20 13 7 0 36 36 15
2019 EN 23 8 31 15 15 8 0 33 33 15

Question 43. 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
2024 EN 0 38 27 18 17 0 0 38 35 10
2022 EN 9 42 26 16 7 0 0 50 23 10
2020 EN 6 38 19 25 6 6 0 47 33 15
2020 EN-05 0 50 20 20 0 10 0 56 22 10
2019 EN 0 54 23 8 15 0 0 54 23 15

Question 44a. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Conflict between my work obligations and my family or personal obligations

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 46 19 35 0 0 0 0 46 54 10
2022 EN 66 17 8 0 9 0 0 10
2020 EN 69 6 6 0 13 0 6 15
2020 EN-05 70 10 10 0 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 57 36 7 0 0 0 0 15

Question 44b. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Lack of access to language training in my second official language

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 63 19 0 0 9 0 9 69 31 10

Question 44c. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Discrimination

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 62 29 0 9 0 0 0 62 38 10
2022 EN 68 0 17 7 0 9 0 10
2020 EN 63 6 6 0 6 13 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 10 10 0 10 20 0 10
2019 EN 57 14 7 0 14 7 0 15

Question 44d. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Accessibility issues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 71 0 20 0 0 0 9 78 22 10

Question 44e. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Accommodation 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
2024 EN 71 10 10 0 0 0 9 78 22 10

Question 45. 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
2024 EN 0 0 36 19 26 0 19 0 55 10
2022 EN 9 26 25 0 32 0 8 37 35 10
2020 EN 6 25 19 19 19 0 13 36 43 15
2020 EN-05 10 30 20 30 10 0 0 40 40 10
2019 EN 7 14 14 36 21 0 7 23 62 15

Question 46. 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
2024 EN 0 55 27 0 18 0 0 55 18 10
2022 EN 34 42 9 0 15 0 0 77 15 10
2020 EN 19 31 31 13 6 0 0 50 19 15
2020 EN-05 0 50 40 10 0 0 0 50 10 10
2019 EN 7 71 7 7 0 7 0 85 8 15

Question 47. I think that my department or agency respects individual differences (e.g., culture, work styles, ideas, abilities).

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
2024 EN 9 56 17 9 9 0 0 65 18 10
2022 EN 25 59 9 0 0 7 0 90 0 10
2020 EN 13 50 19 6 6 0 6 67 13 15
2020 EN-05 10 50 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10
2019 EN 29 50 14 0 7 0 0 79 7 15

Question 48. My department or agency implements activities and practices that support a diverse workforce.

A diverse workforce includes individuals who have an array of identities, abilities, backgrounds, cultures, skills, perspectives, and experiences that are representative of Canada’s current and evolving population. This includes but is not limited to differences in ethnicity or race, culture, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, educational background, region, and marital or parental status.
Definition of the term has changed from PSES 2022.

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
2024 EN 17 29 27 0 9 9 9 57 11 10
2022 EN 17 42 16 15 0 9 0 66 17 10
2020 EN 25 31 31 6 6 0 0 56 13 15
2020 EN-05 20 40 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10
2019 EN 21 50 14 0 7 0 7 77 8 15

Question 49. My department or agency implements initiatives that promote anti-racism in the workplace.

Anti-racism is the active process of identifying and eliminating racism by changing systems, organizational structures, policies and practices and attitudes, so that power is redistributed and shared equitably.
Definition of the term has changed from PSES 2022.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 17 10 29 0 9 26 9 42 14 10
2022 EN 9 33 26 8 7 17 0 50 18 10
2020 EN 25 25 38 13 0 0 0 50 13 15
2020 EN-05 30 20 50 0 0 0 0 50 0 10

Question 50. I would feel comfortable sharing concerns about racism in the workplace with a person of authority (e.g., immediate supervisor, senior manager, ombudsperson, human resources advisor).

Racism refers to any expression of prejudice, discrimination, hostility or violence against people because they appear to belong to a specific race or ethnic group. Racism may show up in individual actions, with conscious awareness or not, and/or in organizational policies or practices.

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
2024 EN 17 27 20 0 9 17 9 61 12 10
2022 EN 33 18 17 9 7 9 8 61 19 10
2020 EN 44 19 25 6 0 6 0 67 7 15
2020 EN-05 30 20 40 0 0 10 0 56 0 10

Question 51. I feel that racism in my department or agency has had an adverse or negative impact on my mental health.

Racism refers to any expression of prejudice, discrimination, hostility or violence against people because they appear to belong to a specific race or ethnic group. Racism may show up in individual actions, with conscious awareness or not, and/or in organizational policies or practices.

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
2024 EN 0 18 10 0 36 19 17 56 28 10
2022 EN 0 0 15 9 60 16 0 82 0 10

Question 52. I feel that the Call to Action on Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion has had a positive impact in my department or agency, since it launched in January 2021.

The Call to Action on Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion in the Federal Public Service is a call to leaders in the Public Service to take deliberate action to address systemic racism and make the Public Service more inclusive.

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
2024 EN 0 0 37 8 9 27 18 0 32 10
2022 EN 0 0 26 0 24 51 0 0 48 10

Question 53. 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
2024 EN 36 46 0 8 9 0 0 83 17 10
2022 EN 51 42 0 0 7 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 38 50 6 0 6 0 0 88 6 15
2020 EN-05 20 70 0 0 10 0 0 90 10 10
2019 EN 36 57 7 0 0 0 0 93 0 15

Question 54. 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
2024 EN 27 55 0 0 17 0 0 83 17 10
2022 EN 42 51 0 0 7 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 50 19 13 13 6 0 0 69 19 15
2020 EN-05 50 20 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10
2019 EN 43 21 21 14 0 0 0 64 14 15

Question 55. 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
2024 EN 27 55 0 0 17 0 0 83 17 10
2022 EN 42 51 0 0 7 0 0 93 7 10
2020 EN 38 31 13 6 13 0 0 69 19 15
2020 EN-05 30 40 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10
2019 EN 36 36 21 7 0 0 0 71 7 15
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Mobility and Retention

Question 56. 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
2024 EN 45 38 8 0 9 0 0 83 9 10
2022 EN 76 17 0 0 0 0 7 100 0 10
2020 EN 50 31 13 6 0 0 0 81 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 40 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10
2019 EN 50 21 7 21 0 0 0 71 21 15

Question 57_1. Do you intend to leave your current position in the next two years?

In order to make historical trend analysis, Q57 has followed the same format as last year. This means Q57_1 is same as Q56_1 in the 2022 PSES, and Q57_2 is same as Q56_2 in the 2022 PSES.

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Unsure
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 19 73 8 10
2022 EN 18 50 33 10
2020 EN 25 50 25 15
2020 EN-05 30 50 20 10
2019 EN 7 57 36 15
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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 refers to any action, conduct or comment, including of a sexual nature, that can reasonably be expected to cause offence, humiliation or other physical or psychological injury or illness to an employee, including any prescribed action, conduct or comment.

Question 58. Having carefully read the definition of harassment above, have you been the victim of harassment on the job in the past 12 months?

Definition of the term has changed from PSES 2022.

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2022 EN 0 100 10

Question 63. 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
2024 EN 0 26 10 0 9 55 0 58 20 10
2020 EN 6 19 19 13 13 25 6 36 36 15
2020 EN-05 0 10 30 10 20 30 0 14 43 10
2019 EN 0 21 14 14 29 14 7 27 55 15

Question 64. 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
2020 EN 0 44 19 13 6 19 0 54 23 15
2020 EN-05 0 50 30 10 10 0 0 50 20 10
2019 EN 7 21 43 14 7 0 7 31 23 15
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Discrimination

Discrimination refers to the unjust or prejudicial treatment of a person or group of people that deprives them of or limits their access to opportunities and advantages that are available to other members of society. The Canadian Human Rights Act sets out the following prohibited grounds of discrimination: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. 

Question 65. Having carefully read the definition of discrimination above, have you been the victim of discrimination on the job in the past 12 months?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2022 EN 0 100 10

Question 70. 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
2020 EN 13 19 25 0 6 31 6 50 10 15
2020 EN-05 10 10 40 0 10 30 0 29 14 10
2019 EN 0 14 36 14 0 21 14 22 22 15

Question 71. 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
2020 EN 13 38 31 6 0 13 0 57 7 15
2020 EN-05 10 40 40 10 0 0 0 50 10 10
2019 EN 21 43 21 7 0 0 7 69 8 15
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Stress and Well-Being

Question 73a. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Pay or other compensation-related issues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 54 37 0 0 9 0 0 54 46 10
2022 EN 42 25 15 9 9 0 0 10
2020 EN 44 44 6 6 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 40 40 10 10 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 64 36 0 0 0 0 0 15

Question 73b. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Heavy workload

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 0 46 18 0 36 0 0 0 100 10
2022 EN 17 24 26 26 8 0 0 10
2020 EN 13 31 25 19 13 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 10 30 20 30 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 21 29 36 7 7 0 0 15

Question 73c. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Unreasonable deadlines

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 8 55 18 0 18 0 0 8 92 10
2022 EN 8 49 34 8 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 25 25 31 13 6 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 30 0 50 10 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 21 50 21 7 0 0 0 15

Question 73d. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Not enough employees to do the work

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 18 37 0 17 27 0 0 18 82 10
2022 EN 24 33 17 17 8 0 0 10
2020 EN 25 13 25 25 13 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 10 10 30 30 20 0 0 10
2019 EN 14 36 7 36 7 0 0 15

Question 73e. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Overtime or long work hours

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 54 28 0 0 18 0 0 54 46 10
2022 EN 49 34 8 0 8 0 0 10
2020 EN 50 25 19 0 6 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 50 20 30 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 43 50 0 7 0 0 0 15

Question 73f. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Balancing work and personal life

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 55 10 17 9 9 0 0 55 45 10
2022 EN 49 34 0 0 17 0 0 10
2020 EN 31 56 0 0 13 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 20 70 0 0 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 43 36 14 7 0 0 0 15

Question 73g. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Lack of control or input in decision-making

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 9 36 29 9 17 0 0 9 91 10
2022 EN 33 26 17 8 15 0 0 10
2020 EN 25 31 25 6 6 0 6 15
2020 EN-05 20 40 40 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 14 43 29 14 0 0 0 15

Question 73h. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Competing or constantly changing priorities

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 0 46 10 9 35 0 0 0 100 10
2022 EN 17 40 34 9 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 31 25 38 6 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 20 40 40 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 0 57 21 21 0 0 0 15

Question 73i. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Lack of clear expectations

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 27 37 10 9 17 0 0 27 73 10
2022 EN 51 34 8 0 7 0 0 10
2020 EN 25 44 25 6 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 20 60 20 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 29 57 0 14 0 0 0 15

Question 73j. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Lack of recognition

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 36 10 28 9 17 0 0 36 64 10
2022 EN 51 17 17 7 8 0 0 10
2020 EN 56 13 19 0 13 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 50 10 30 0 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 43 29 14 14 0 0 0 15

Question 73k. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Feeling disconnected from colleagues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 36 55 0 0 9 0 0 36 64 10
2022 EN 42 33 9 7 8 0 0 10
2020 EN 31 19 25 25 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 30 10 40 20 0 0 0 10

Question 73l. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Information overload

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 36 45 10 0 9 0 0 36 64 10
2022 EN 42 50 8 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 38 38 19 6 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 40 30 30 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 57 7 29 0 7 0 0 15

Question 73m. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Physical work environment

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 72 19 0 0 9 0 0 72 28 10
2022 EN 74 26 0 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 56 25 6 6 6 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 50 30 10 0 10 0 0 10
2019 EN 69 15 15 0 0 0 0 15

Question 73n. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Difficulty accessing my work tools or network (e.g., work email, work device, ergonomic equipment)

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 18 37 36 0 9 0 0 18 82 10
2022 EN 51 34 15 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 25 31 19 19 6 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 20 30 30 10 10 0 0 10

Question 73o. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Accessibility issues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 71 20 0 0 0 0 9 78 22 10

Question 73p. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Accommodation issues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 61 30 0 0 0 0 9 67 33 10

Question 73q. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Harassment or discrimination

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 71 20 9 0 0 0 0 71 29 10
2022 EN 74 26 0 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 69 19 0 0 6 0 6 15
2020 EN-05 50 30 0 0 10 0 10 10
2019 EN 57 21 14 0 7 0 0 15

Question 73r. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Issues with my co-worker(s)

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 81 10 0 9 0 0 0 81 19 10
2022 EN 51 40 8 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 75 13 6 6 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 60 20 10 10 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 43 36 21 0 0 0 0 15

Question 73s. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Issues with individual(s) with authority over me

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 44 30 0 17 9 0 0 44 56 10
2022 EN 68 25 8 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 63 0 25 0 6 6 0 15
2020 EN-05 60 0 20 0 10 10 0 10
2019 EN 64 21 14 0 0 0 0 15

Question 73t. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Issues with individual(s) working for me

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 62 9 0 9 0 0 20 77 23 10
2022 EN 49 8 8 0 0 0 34 10
2020 EN 56 13 0 0 0 6 25 15
2020 EN-05 50 10 0 0 0 10 30 10
2019 EN 50 7 0 7 0 0 36 15

Question 73u. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Issues with other individual(s) (e.g., members of the public, individuals from other departments or agencies)

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 64 19 9 8 0 0 0 64 36 10
2022 EN 83 17 0 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 50 38 13 0 0 0 0 15
2020 EN-05 40 50 10 0 0 0 0 10
2019 EN 64 14 0 7 0 0 14 15

Question 73v. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Lack of job security

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 73 27 0 0 0 0 0 73 27 10
2022 EN 85 9 7 0 0 0 0 10
2020 EN 69 19 6 0 0 6 0 15
2020 EN-05 70 20 0 0 0 10 0 10
2019 EN 57 29 7 0 0 0 7 15

Question 73w. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you work-related stress? Personal issues

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 64 19 8 0 9 0 0 64 36 10
2022 EN 58 25 8 0 9 0 0 10
2020 EN 50 25 0 6 13 0 6 15
2020 EN-05 40 20 0 10 20 0 10 10
2019 EN 64 14 7 14 0 0 0 15

Question 74. 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
2024 EN 18 27 36 0 18 0 0 46 18 10
2022 EN 17 34 40 9 0 0 0 51 9 10
2020 EN 13 20 40 13 13 0 0 33 27 15
2020 EN-05 10 30 30 10 20 0 0 40 30 10
2019 EN 29 29 36 7 0 0 0 57 7 15

Question 75. 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
2024 EN 0 26 28 27 18 0 0 46 26 10
2022 EN 0 15 34 51 0 0 0 51 15 10
2020 EN 13 13 38 13 25 0 0 38 25 15
2020 EN-05 0 20 40 20 20 0 0 40 20 10
2019 EN 0 7 29 57 7 0 0 64 7 15

Question 76. 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
2024 EN 28 45 10 0 9 8 0 79 10 10
2022 EN 9 76 0 7 0 8 0 92 8 10
2020 EN 19 75 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 15
2020 EN-05 10 90 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2019 EN 21 64 7 7 0 0 0 86 7 15

Question 77. In general, how is your mental health?

Survey year Demographic Excellent
(%)
Very good
(%)
Good
(%)
Fair
(%)
Poor
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 18 28 36 17 0 10
2022 EN 34 17 25 24 0 10

Question 78. My immediate supervisor supports my mental health and well-being.

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
2024 EN 52 20 9 0 0 0 19 89 0 10
2022 EN 42 26 15 0 0 0 16 82 0 10
2020 EN 38 31 13 6 6 6 0 73 13 15
2020 EN-05 30 30 20 0 10 10 0 67 11 10

Question 79. I would feel comfortable sharing concerns with my immediate supervisor about my mental health.

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
2024 EN 53 10 18 9 0 0 10 70 10 10
2022 EN 34 17 16 25 7 0 0 51 32 10
2020 EN 38 19 13 13 13 6 0 60 27 15
2020 EN-05 30 10 20 20 10 10 0 44 33 10

Question 80. I would feel comfortable sharing concerns with my immediate supervisor about my physical health and safety.

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
2024 EN 61 20 0 9 0 0 10 90 10 10
2022 EN 50 41 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 10
2020 EN 56 25 0 13 6 0 0 81 19 15
2020 EN-05 60 20 0 10 10 0 0 80 20 10

Question 81. I would describe my workplace as being psychologically healthy.

A psychologically healthy workplace is one that promotes employees’ psychological well-being and actively works to prevent harm to employee psychological health due to negligent, reckless or intentional individual behaviours and organizational practices.
Definition of the term has changed from PSES 2022.

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
2024 EN 19 55 9 0 9 8 0 80 10 10
2022 EN 9 76 8 0 7 0 0 85 7 10
2020 EN 19 44 25 6 6 0 0 63 13 15
2020 EN-05 0 70 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10
2019 EN 14 21 29 29 7 0 0 36 36 15
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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 (i.e., 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.

Please note that the questions about duty to accommodate do not apply to employees who asked for office equipment to telework, unless their requests pertain to specific accommodation measures that help to reduce barriers to work, as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Question 84. Having carefully read the definition of duty to accommodate, have you requested workplace accommodation measures in the last two years?

Definition of the term has changed from PSES 2022.

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 0 100 10
2022 EN 25 75 10
2020 EN 19 81 15
2020 EN-05 20 80 10
2019 EN 21 79 15

Question 88. I would feel comfortable requesting workplace accommodation measures from my immediate supervisor.

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
2024 EN 35 36 0 0 9 20 0 89 11 10
2022 EN 25 59 9 7 0 0 0 84 7 10
2020 EN 50 25 13 0 6 0 6 80 7 15
2020 EN-05 50 30 10 0 10 0 0 80 10 10
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Compensation

Question 89. In the last 12 months, has your pay or other compensation been affected by issues with the Phoenix pay system?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2024 EN 9 63 10
2022 EN 17 51 10
2020 EN 25 50 15
2020 EN-05 30 30 10

Question 93. To what extent have issues with the Phoenix pay system affected your decision to seek or accept another position (e.g., deployment, promotion, secondment, assignment, acting assignment) within your department or agency or the federal public service?

Calculation of “positive” and “negative” answers has changed since 2022 PSES

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
2024 EN 64 10 0 9 0 9 8 77 23 10
2022 EN 83 9 0 0 0 0 8 10
2020 EN 56 6 6 0 0 6 25 15
2020 EN-05 60 0 10 0 0 10 20 10
2019 EN 79 7 7 0 0 7 0 15
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