2024 Public Service Employee Survey Results by Theme for Indigenous Services 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 - STUDENT

The results of the 2024 Public Service Employee Survey (PSES) are presented by key people management themes (i.e., employee engagement, leadership, workforce, workplace). 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.

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Employee engagement

Employee engagement

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 STUDENT 47 42 11 0 0 0 0 89 0 35
2022 STUDENT 46 42 5 7 0 0 0 88 7 35
2020 STUDENT 42 35 12 4 8 0 0 77 12 25
2019 STUDENT 42 38 10 7 2 0 0 80 10 80

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 STUDENT 57 24 15 3 0 0 0 81 3 35
2022 STUDENT 34 52 8 3 3 0 0 85 7 35
2020 STUDENT 54 31 8 4 4 0 0 85 8 25
2019 STUDENT 49 33 13 5 1 0 0 81 6 80

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 STUDENT 51 38 11 0 0 0 0 89 0 35
2022 STUDENT 49 39 10 2 0 0 0 88 2 35
2020 STUDENT 54 35 8 4 0 0 0 88 4 25
2019 STUDENT 50 31 15 3 1 0 0 81 4 80

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 STUDENT 57 34 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 35
2022 STUDENT 55 35 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 35
2020 STUDENT 62 23 8 8 0 0 0 85 8 25
2019 STUDENT 49 35 9 4 2 1 0 85 6 80

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 STUDENT 73 18 2 7 1 0 0 91 7 35
2022 STUDENT 72 16 2 3 6 0 0 88 9 35
2020 STUDENT 65 31 0 4 0 0 0 96 4 25
2019 STUDENT 59 21 11 6 2 0 0 80 9 80

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 STUDENT 76 14 5 3 1 0 0 91 4 35
2022 STUDENT 69 22 0 9 0 0 0 91 9 35
2020 STUDENT 62 35 0 4 0 0 0 96 4 25
2019 STUDENT 59 22 11 5 2 0 0 81 7 80

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 STUDENT 56 13 12 6 3 10 0 77 10 35
2022 STUDENT 44 20 20 5 0 11 0 72 6 35
2020 STUDENT 38 15 31 12 0 4 0 56 12 25
2019 STUDENT 41 17 14 11 6 10 1 65 19 80
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Leadership

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 STUDENT 60 17 13 0 5 0 5 81 5 35
2022 STUDENT 32 24 14 8 3 6 14 69 13 35
2020 STUDENT 38 23 12 8 4 4 12 73 14 25
2019 STUDENT 46 25 12 7 1 1 7 77 9 80

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 STUDENT 65 23 5 0 0 0 7 94 0 35
2022 STUDENT 60 20 16 0 3 0 0 80 3 35
2020 STUDENT 58 27 4 8 4 0 0 85 12 25
2019 STUDENT 59 19 10 9 1 1 1 80 10 80

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 STUDENT 88 7 2 3 0 0 0 95 3 35
2022 STUDENT 71 23 0 3 3 0 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 62 27 4 8 0 0 0 88 8 25
2019 STUDENT 63 19 10 6 1 0 1 83 8 80

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 STUDENT 60 16 7 3 1 14 0 88 5 35
2022 STUDENT 53 25 5 0 3 10 3 90 4 35
2020 STUDENT 62 15 4 0 4 15 0 91 5 25
2019 STUDENT 62 23 9 1 2 2 0 87 4 80

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 STUDENT 56 17 13 3 1 10 0 81 5 35
2022 STUDENT 48 30 7 9 0 3 3 83 10 35
2020 STUDENT 54 27 4 4 0 12 0 91 4 25
2019 STUDENT 59 22 11 2 4 1 0 83 6 80

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 STUDENT 52 8 9 10 4 18 0 73 17 35
2022 STUDENT 24 36 13 9 0 14 3 73 11 35
2020 STUDENT 31 35 15 4 0 15 0 77 5 25
2019 STUDENT 45 21 10 10 5 9 0 73 16 80

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 STUDENT 67 15 5 7 4 2 0 84 11 35
2022 STUDENT 27 47 11 10 0 3 3 78 11 35
2020 STUDENT 31 38 8 12 4 8 0 75 17 25
2019 STUDENT 42 27 10 10 5 6 0 74 16 80
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Workforce

Performance management

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 STUDENT 53 38 3 3 0 2 0 93 3 35
2022 STUDENT 68 15 11 7 0 0 0 83 7 35
2020 STUDENT 62 23 12 4 0 0 0 85 4 25
2019 STUDENT 56 30 8 3 4 0 0 86 6 80

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 STUDENT 39 45 5 5 7 0 0 84 11 35
2022 STUDENT 31 54 0 12 3 0 0 85 15 35
2020 STUDENT 38 46 4 8 4 0 0 85 12 25
2019 STUDENT 35 36 19 5 5 0 0 71 10 80

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 STUDENT 63 27 5 4 0 0 0 90 4 35
2022 STUDENT 63 24 8 0 3 3 0 88 3 35
2020 STUDENT 46 31 8 12 4 0 0 77 15 25
2019 STUDENT 60 20 9 6 4 0 1 81 10 80

Job fit and development

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 STUDENT 58 21 11 8 2 0 0 79 11 35
2022 STUDENT 31 45 8 12 3 0 0 77 16 35
2020 STUDENT 46 27 0 19 4 4 0 76 24 25
2019 STUDENT 26 41 11 15 6 0 0 68 21 80

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 STUDENT 82 10 5 0 0 3 0 95 0 35
2022 STUDENT 81 8 0 3 3 5 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 65 23 4 4 0 0 4 92 4 25

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 STUDENT 55 25 12 1 0 8 0 86 1 35
2022 STUDENT 50 26 9 8 0 7 0 82 8 35
2020 STUDENT 38 35 15 4 4 4 0 76 8 25
2019 STUDENT 48 27 7 7 4 6 0 80 12 80

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 STUDENT 59 20 13 0 3 3 2 62 38 35
2022 STUDENT 61 21 8 0 3 3 5 35
2020 STUDENT 38 23 27 0 8 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 47 19 17 5 1 0 11 80

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 STUDENT 60 6 3 3 2 3 22 80 20 35

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 STUDENT 84 3 3 0 1 3 5 92 8 35
2022 STUDENT 80 3 7 0 3 3 5 35
2020 STUDENT 85 12 0 0 0 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 77 6 4 4 1 0 9 80

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 STUDENT 77 5 2 0 1 3 12 90 10 35

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 STUDENT 77 5 5 0 1 3 9 87 13 35

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 STUDENT 30 22 16 8 1 4 19 68 12 35
2022 STUDENT 28 32 15 5 0 14 6 74 6 35
2020 STUDENT 31 15 23 8 4 15 4 57 14 25
2019 STUDENT 38 21 16 7 2 6 9 70 12 80

Empowerment

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 STUDENT 49 22 17 5 3 0 3 74 8 35
2022 STUDENT 26 47 16 8 3 0 0 73 11 35
2020 STUDENT 58 19 8 15 0 0 0 77 15 25
2019 STUDENT 41 31 13 9 4 0 3 74 13 80

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 STUDENT 59 26 10 1 3 0 0 85 5 35
2022 STUDENT 50 34 8 6 3 0 0 84 8 35
2020 STUDENT 50 23 15 12 0 0 0 73 12 25
2019 STUDENT 44 36 16 1 3 0 0 80 4 80

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 STUDENT 67 18 9 7 0 0 0 85 7 35
2022 STUDENT 48 38 8 3 3 0 0 86 6 35
2020 STUDENT 38 50 8 4 0 0 0 88 4 25
2019 STUDENT 46 38 13 0 4 0 0 84 4 80

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 STUDENT 53 31 5 7 0 4 0 88 7 35
2022 STUDENT 37 36 12 9 0 3 3 78 10 35
2020 STUDENT 42 31 15 0 4 8 0 79 4 25
2019 STUDENT 30 46 11 6 3 3 1 79 9 80

Work-life balance and workload

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 STUDENT 75 12 2 3 0 3 4 94 4 35
2022 STUDENT 79 11 7 0 3 0 0 89 3 35
2020 STUDENT 58 15 15 8 0 0 4 76 8 25
2019 STUDENT 55 26 10 6 1 1 0 82 8 80

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 STUDENT 75 15 9 1 0 0 0 90 1 35
2022 STUDENT 56 41 3 0 0 0 0 97 0 35
2020 STUDENT 65 27 4 4 0 0 0 92 4 25
2019 STUDENT 60 27 7 1 2 1 0 89 4 80

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 STUDENT 90 3 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 35
2022 STUDENT 79 17 0 0 3 0 0 97 3 35

Mobility and retention

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 STUDENT 68 19 12 35
2022 STUDENT 72 13 14 35
2020 STUDENT 35 31 35 25
2019 STUDENT 48 17 35 80

Question 57_2. Of those who indicated that they intend to leave their current position in the next two years: Please indicate your reason for leaving

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 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 reason
(%)
Total responses
2024 STUDENT 0 0 6 4 89 0 25
2022 STUDENT 0 18 4 3 76 0 25
2019 STUDENT 0 5 3 0 85 8 40
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Workplace

Organizational goals

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 STUDENT 60 28 6 7 0 0 0 88 7 35
2022 STUDENT 43 49 2 6 0 0 0 92 6 35
2020 STUDENT 58 31 4 8 0 0 0 88 8 25
2019 STUDENT 48 34 5 10 3 1 0 82 13 80

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 STUDENT 43 42 11 1 0 3 0 88 1 35
2022 STUDENT 45 49 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 31 54 4 4 4 4 0 88 8 25
2019 STUDENT 40 41 9 5 4 2 0 82 9 80

Organizational performance

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 STUDENT 3 5 31 42 6 3 9 55 10 35
2022 STUDENT 10 0 35 27 14 6 8 48 11 35
2020 STUDENT 8 19 23 23 19 4 4 46 29 25
2019 STUDENT 6 5 41 23 23 1 0 48 11 80

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 STUDENT 1 22 27 30 11 3 5 45 25 35
2022 STUDENT 13 20 20 14 20 6 8 39 38 35
2020 STUDENT 15 4 35 15 15 12 4 36 23 25
2019 STUDENT 8 21 28 21 19 1 3 42 30 80

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 STUDENT 1 0 9 25 53 5 7 89 1 35
2022 STUDENT 0 0 15 30 42 0 12 82 0 30
2020 STUDENT 4 4 27 23 38 4 0 64 8 25
2019 STUDENT 1 6 19 39 34 0 1 73 8 80

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 STUDENT 1 3 10 19 51 10 7 83 5 35
2022 STUDENT 0 10 12 22 42 0 14 75 11 35
2020 STUDENT 8 4 27 19 31 8 4 57 13 25
2019 STUDENT 8 6 14 33 33 4 4 70 15 80

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 STUDENT 0 2 14 4 53 9 18 78 3 35
2022 STUDENT 3 8 20 23 21 11 14 58 15 35
2020 STUDENT 8 12 15 4 50 8 4 61 22 25
2019 STUDENT 9 10 22 25 23 9 2 54 21 80

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 STUDENT 0 3 18 27 34 10 7 74 4 35
2022 STUDENT 15 14 16 15 25 2 12 47 34 35
2020 STUDENT 12 8 19 12 35 12 4 55 23 25
2019 STUDENT 11 11 27 20 22 6 2 46 24 80

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 STUDENT 1 6 27 28 22 5 11 60 8 35
2022 STUDENT 0 18 38 19 16 0 8 39 19 35
2020 STUDENT 15 19 42 12 12 0 0 23 35 25
2019 STUDENT 11 17 28 22 19 1 1 42 29 80

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 STUDENT 44 16 25 11 4 0 0 60 15 35
2022 STUDENT 29 37 18 5 3 7 0 71 9 35
2020 STUDENT 27 31 15 12 8 4 4 63 21 25
2019 STUDENT 26 33 18 14 6 4 0 61 21 80

Diversity and inclusion

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 STUDENT 75 23 0 0 0 0 2 100 0 35
2022 STUDENT 77 16 0 3 3 0 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 58 23 12 8 0 0 0 81 8 25
2019 STUDENT 54 25 8 8 5 1 0 80 13 80

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 STUDENT 78 17 0 3 0 0 2 97 3 35
2022 STUDENT 86 8 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 81 19 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 25
2019 STUDENT 63 26 4 5 3 0 0 89 8 80

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 STUDENT 75 17 3 0 0 3 2 97 0 35
2022 STUDENT 74 23 0 3 0 0 0 97 3 35
2020 STUDENT 62 23 15 0 0 0 0 85 0 25
2019 STUDENT 55 26 8 4 5 0 3 83 9 80

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 STUDENT 60 31 9 0 1 0 0 91 1 35
2022 STUDENT 59 28 3 3 3 3 0 91 7 35
2020 STUDENT 65 19 4 8 0 4 0 88 8 25
2019 STUDENT 58 25 9 6 0 1 1 85 6 80

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 STUDENT 50 29 14 0 4 2 0 81 4 35
2022 STUDENT 44 39 6 8 3 0 0 83 11 35
2020 STUDENT 54 27 12 4 0 4 0 84 4 25
2019 STUDENT 53 36 6 5 0 0 0 89 5 80

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 STUDENT 73 24 2 1 0 0 0 97 1 35
2022 STUDENT 83 10 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 35
2020 STUDENT 76 20 4 0 0 0 0 96 0 25
2019 STUDENT 68 23 6 2 0 0 0 91 2 80

Anti-racism

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 STUDENT 50 15 8 4 8 8 7 76 14 35
2022 STUDENT 56 27 6 2 6 0 3 85 9 30

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 STUDENT 50 18 10 3 5 6 7 78 10 35
2022 STUDENT 49 25 15 2 3 2 3 78 6 30

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 STUDENT 41 6 18 3 1 30 2 68 6 35
2022 STUDENT 18 38 12 2 0 24 5 79 3 35
2020 STUDENT 38 23 12 12 4 12 0 70 17 25

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 STUDENT 42 39 2 1 0 3 12 97 1 35
2022 STUDENT 57 26 3 6 3 3 3 88 9 35
2020 STUDENT 40 36 4 4 4 8 4 86 9 25

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 STUDENT 11 9 13 0 0 56 11 60 0 35
2022 STUDENT 15 9 14 0 3 45 14 59 8 35

Ethical workplace

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 STUDENT 59 16 2 0 0 3 20 97 0 35
2022 STUDENT 46 18 3 0 6 11 16 88 9 35
2020 STUDENT 46 15 12 4 0 19 4 80 5 25
2019 STUDENT 40 23 14 4 4 9 8 75 9 80

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 STUDENT 40 28 17 10 0 3 3 72 10 35
2022 STUDENT 32 34 17 9 0 6 2 72 9 35
2020 STUDENT 27 31 8 15 12 8 0 63 29 25
2019 STUDENT 35 30 16 7 2 7 2 71 11 80

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 STUDENT 56 27 16 1 0 0 0 83 1 35
2022 STUDENT 43 48 6 0 3 0 0 91 3 35
2020 STUDENT 27 42 19 8 0 4 0 72 8 25
2019 STUDENT 48 26 15 4 4 2 1 77 8 80

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 STUDENT 48 19 9 4 1 15 4 83 6 35
2022 STUDENT 44 27 8 3 3 5 10 83 8 35
2020 STUDENT 27 27 12 12 8 15 0 64 23 25
2019 STUDENT 36 16 16 6 2 15 9 68 11 80

Physical environment and equipment

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 STUDENT 54 36 0 8 2 0 0 90 10 35
2022 STUDENT 44 41 0 14 0 0 0 86 14 35
2020 STUDENT 50 38 0 8 4 0 0 88 12 25

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 STUDENT 49 27 4 13 5 2 0 77 18 35
2022 STUDENT 44 39 5 11 0 0 0 84 11 35
2020 STUDENT 38 42 0 8 12 0 0 81 19 25
2019 STUDENT 61 25 5 4 5 0 0 86 9 80

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 STUDENT 62 27 11 0 1 0 0 88 1 35
2022 STUDENT 52 42 0 7 0 0 0 93 7 35
2020 STUDENT 58 31 8 0 4 0 0 88 4 25
2019 STUDENT 53 35 8 5 0 0 0 88 5 80

Use of official languages

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 STUDENT 73 9 4 8 0 2 4 88 8 30

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 STUDENT 76 11 4 9 0 0 0 87 9 35

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 STUDENT 83 3 9 3 0 2 0 88 3 35
2022 STUDENT 89 8 0 0 0 0 3 100 0 35
2019 STUDENT 84 4 7 1 1 0 2 90 3 80

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 STUDENT 39 4 18 14 8 12 5 52 27 35
2022 STUDENT 38 12 13 7 3 22 6 68 14 35
2020 STUDENT 31 19 19 8 4 15 4 62 14 25
2019 STUDENT 25 14 15 7 14 21 5 52 28 80

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
2019 STUDENT 6 94 80

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 STUDENT 28 7 5 0 1 42 18 85 2 35
2020 STUDENT 23 0 8 0 0 58 12 75 0 25
2019 STUDENT 28 13 8 3 3 35 13 76 10 80

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
2024 STUDENT 54 18 9 0 1 19 0 88 1 35
2022 STUDENT 27 39 9 6 3 14 3 79 11 35
2020 STUDENT 42 31 15 4 0 8 0 79 4 25
2019 STUDENT 46 21 11 7 1 10 4 77 10 80

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
2019 STUDENT 6 94 80

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
2024 STUDENT 30 7 12 3 1 32 15 70 8 35
2022 STUDENT 18 9 6 6 3 37 21 64 22 35
2020 STUDENT 19 4 12 0 0 54 12 67 0 25
2019 STUDENT 25 10 10 0 2 43 10 74 5 80

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
2024 STUDENT 44 24 13 0 1 16 1 83 1 35
2022 STUDENT 33 29 9 6 3 17 3 78 11 35
2020 STUDENT 31 35 19 4 0 12 0 74 4 25
2019 STUDENT 47 21 9 2 1 19 1 85 5 80

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 STUDENT 3 97 35
2022 STUDENT 11 89 35
2020 STUDENT 8 92 25
2019 STUDENT 9 91 80

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 STUDENT 35 40 6 5 3 8 2 83 10 35
2022 STUDENT 45 36 3 0 7 7 3 89 7 35
2020 STUDENT 46 31 4 0 0 4 15 95 0 25
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Workplace well-being

A safe and healthy workplace

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 STUDENT 59 19 10 3 4 4 0 82 8 35
2022 STUDENT 55 29 3 0 3 6 3 93 4 35
2020 STUDENT 58 35 4 0 4 0 0 92 4 25

A psychologically healthy workplace

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 STUDENT 5 3 6 3 39 9 34 74 14 35
2022 STUDENT 6 3 8 3 37 7 36 69 16 35

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 STUDENT 37 31 15 1 3 10 2 78 5 35
2022 STUDENT 26 40 14 9 0 8 3 75 10 35
2020 STUDENT 38 42 8 12 0 0 0 81 12 25
2019 STUDENT 28 36 14 10 9 4 0 67 19 80

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

Survey year Demographic Excellent
(%)
Very good
(%)
Good
(%)
Fair
(%)
Poor
(%)
Total responses
2024 STUDENT 18 11 47 20 5 35
2022 STUDENT 0 32 27 31 10 35

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 STUDENT 71 19 2 0 3 4 0 94 3 35
2022 STUDENT 51 35 6 3 0 3 3 90 3 35
2020 STUDENT 38 42 17 0 0 0 4 83 0 25

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 STUDENT 58 14 13 7 9 0 0 72 15 35
2022 STUDENT 39 31 6 8 7 6 3 78 16 30
2020 STUDENT 31 31 19 12 8 0 0 62 19 25

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 STUDENT 59 21 12 7 0 0 0 80 7 35
2022 STUDENT 44 39 6 3 3 3 3 87 7 35
2020 STUDENT 50 35 8 8 0 0 0 85 8 25
2019 STUDENT 31 29 25 9 5 1 0 61 14 80

Work-related stress

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 STUDENT 44 31 10 6 7 0 2 45 55 35
2022 STUDENT 23 31 21 11 10 0 4 30
2020 STUDENT 23 35 23 4 15 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 22 25 28 9 16 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 53 28 9 3 1 0 5 56 44 35
2022 STUDENT 37 38 15 3 3 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 23 42 27 4 4 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 40 35 18 3 5 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 63 27 3 0 1 0 5 67 33 35
2022 STUDENT 49 22 16 3 3 0 7 35
2020 STUDENT 46 27 19 4 0 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 63 23 7 1 5 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 53 23 3 7 5 3 5 58 42 35
2022 STUDENT 44 23 17 10 0 3 3 30
2020 STUDENT 58 15 12 12 0 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 38 20 20 15 6 1 0 80

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 STUDENT 81 7 0 0 1 0 12 92 8 35
2022 STUDENT 80 14 0 0 0 0 6 35
2020 STUDENT 65 19 0 4 8 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 70 20 5 2 1 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 49 14 20 0 8 0 9 53 47 35
2022 STUDENT 41 32 16 6 6 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 15 27 27 8 23 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 48 21 19 7 5 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 60 24 7 0 0 0 9 65 35 35
2022 STUDENT 63 29 5 3 0 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 54 27 12 0 0 4 4 25
2019 STUDENT 42 31 15 6 4 1 1 80

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 STUDENT 63 22 3 1 5 0 5 67 33 35
2022 STUDENT 50 32 15 0 3 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 35 31 23 4 0 4 4 25
2019 STUDENT 41 31 16 9 2 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 46 28 11 7 0 0 9 50 50 35
2022 STUDENT 40 19 25 5 6 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 38 15 23 15 8 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 32 23 27 7 10 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 74 15 0 0 3 2 5 80 20 35
2022 STUDENT 68 19 6 0 3 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 50 35 8 0 0 8 0 25
2019 STUDENT 59 19 11 9 1 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 64 13 11 0 7 0 5 68 32 35
2022 STUDENT 55 23 13 3 3 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 16 20 52 0 12 0 0 25

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 STUDENT 60 20 10 2 3 0 5 63 37 35
2022 STUDENT 43 22 18 13 0 0 3 30
2020 STUDENT 38 27 19 8 8 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 43 33 15 6 2 0 0 80

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 STUDENT 55 14 9 7 4 0 12 62 38 35
2022 STUDENT 65 17 9 3 3 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 54 23 8 8 8 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 68 19 7 1 4 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 62 11 14 3 1 0 9 68 32 35
2022 STUDENT 51 31 13 3 0 0 2 35
2020 STUDENT 15 38 27 8 12 0 0 25

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 STUDENT 78 3 4 2 1 0 12 88 12 35

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 STUDENT 79 3 3 2 1 0 12 89 11 35

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 STUDENT 87 3 0 0 1 0 9 96 4 35
2022 STUDENT 80 6 3 0 3 0 9 30
2020 STUDENT 96 0 0 0 0 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 81 13 5 0 0 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 90 1 0 0 0 0 9 98 2 35
2022 STUDENT 85 9 0 0 6 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 81 12 0 0 0 0 8 25
2019 STUDENT 65 20 9 1 4 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 86 6 0 0 0 0 9 94 6 35
2022 STUDENT 86 8 3 3 0 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 77 15 0 0 0 0 8 25
2019 STUDENT 73 10 12 4 0 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 78 0 0 0 0 0 22 100 0 35
2022 STUDENT 65 0 0 0 0 0 35 35
2020 STUDENT 77 0 0 0 0 0 23 25
2019 STUDENT 71 1 1 0 0 1 25 80

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 STUDENT 87 0 1 3 0 0 9 96 4 35
2022 STUDENT 86 8 0 0 3 0 3 30
2020 STUDENT 81 8 4 0 0 0 8 25
2019 STUDENT 74 15 6 3 1 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 45 29 6 3 12 0 5 48 52 35
2022 STUDENT 56 17 13 5 6 0 3 35
2020 STUDENT 27 31 15 8 15 0 4 25
2019 STUDENT 53 12 14 10 7 0 4 80

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 STUDENT 47 31 7 4 0 3 9 53 47 35
2022 STUDENT 49 31 17 3 0 0 0 35
2020 STUDENT 19 35 35 12 0 0 0 25
2019 STUDENT 54 22 12 6 4 0 1 80

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 STUDENT 37 44 13 3 1 0 2 82 4 35
2022 STUDENT 22 52 20 6 0 0 0 74 6 35
2020 STUDENT 12 50 23 4 12 0 0 62 15 25
2019 STUDENT 33 37 23 2 4 0 0 70 6 80

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 STUDENT 6 5 24 33 25 0 7 63 12 35
2022 STUDENT 11 3 32 37 16 0 0 53 15 35
2020 STUDENT 12 12 35 35 8 0 0 42 23 25
2019 STUDENT 10 15 32 23 20 0 0 43 25 80
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Compensation

Pay or other compensation issues

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 STUDENT 22 34 35
2022 STUDENT 39 35 35
2020 STUDENT 54 23 25

Question 90. Have all your pay or other compensation issues been resolved?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2022 STUDENT 74 26 15
2020 STUDENT 71 29 15

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 STUDENT 43 3 5 1 2 18 27 79 21 35
2022 STUDENT 39 14 0 6 0 10 31 35
2020 STUDENT 44 20 8 0 8 4 16 25
2019 STUDENT 44 11 9 6 11 3 15 80

Support to resolve pay or other compensation issues

Question 91. 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
2022 STUDENT 15 28 21 30 7 0 0 43 36 15
2020 STUDENT 43 21 7 0 21 0 7 69 23 15

Question 92. 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
2022 STUDENT 0 14 44 27 8 6 0 15 38 15
2020 STUDENT 36 7 7 14 29 0 7 46 46 15
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