Government of Canada

Vacation leave accrues monthly based on years of service, starting at 9.375 hours per month and increasing up to 18.75 hours per month after 28 years, equating to approximately 15 to 25 days annually. A one-time credit of 37.5 hours of vacation is granted after two years of service. Vacation leave must generally be taken within the vacation year (April 1 to March 31), with carry-over allowed up to 262.5 hours; excess is paid out. Sick leave accrues at 9.375 hours per month, with additional 1.25 hours per month for shift workers after 112.5 hours of sick leave used. Bereavement leave includes up to 7 consecutive calendar days or two periods totaling 5 working days plus up to 3 days travel leave. Family-related leave includes up to 37.5 hours paid leave annually for medical appointments, care of sick family members, school functions, and other family responsibilities. Leave provisions include maternity leave up to 18 weeks without pay with a maternity allowance topping up Employment Insurance benefits to 93% of weekly pay, parental leave up to 37 or 63 weeks with similar top-up allowances, and domestic violence leave up to 75 hours paid annually. Employees are entitled to 15 hours of paid leave annually for traditional Indigenous practices and volunteer leave. Education leave without pay up to one year may be granted, with possible allowances. The agreement includes provisions for injury-on-duty leave, court leave, and various other leaves with or without pay. Health and safety provisions and joint consultation mechanisms are established to promote workplace well-being.

Salaries vary by classification and level, with detailed annual rates provided for each group and level, effective from June 21, 2020, through scheduled increases up to June 21, 2024. For example, Administrative Services (AS) group salaries range from approximately $34,844 to $137,135 annually depending on level and step, with annual increases including economic adjustments and pay line adjustments totaling over 10% compounded by 2023. Raises occur annually on June 21, with retroactive lump-sum payments for prior years. Overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate for the first 7.5 hours and double time thereafter on scheduled workdays; on days of rest, 1.5 times for the first 7.5 hours and double time thereafter, with minimum payments for call-backs and reporting pay. Shift premiums of $2.25 per hour apply for hours worked between 4 pm and 8 am, plus an additional $2.25 per hour for weekend shifts. Special allowances include a $2,140 annual Correctional Service Specific Duty Allowance for eligible employees, a $6,500 annual allowance for certain Fishery Officers (PM-05 and PM-06 levels), and a $3,000 annual allowance for Parole Officers and Supervisors at specified levels. Meal allowances of $12 are provided for overtime exceeding three hours, with additional allowances for extended overtime periods. Compensation advisors receive a $3,500 annual retention allowance ($13.42 daily).

This collective agreement covers all employees in the Program and Administrative Services Group represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC), including classifications under codes 301, 305, 308, 310, 501, 502, 503, 504, and 505. The agreement aims to maintain harmonious relations between the Employer (Treasury Board), the Alliance, and employees, setting terms and conditions of employment to promote well-being and efficiency. It is effective upon signing and expires on June 20, 2025. Key outcomes for employees include negotiated wages, benefits, job security provisions, leave entitlements, and mechanisms for grievance and dispute resolution.