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Canada's new government implements Interim Reciprocal Procurement to protect Canadian businesses from unfair trade practices
GATINEAU, QC, /CNW/ - As Canada's new government negotiates a new economic and security partnership with the United States, it is also taking action to protect Canadian workers and businesses from unfair trade practices. Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement announced that the government has implemented a new Interim Policy on Reciprocal Procurement. Under this new policy, suppliers from countries that limit Canadian access to their own government contracts can be restricted from bidding on Canadian federal contracts. This measure will prioritize suppliers from Canada and from our reliable trading partners that provide reciprocal access to suppliers from Canada through trade agreements. The policy applies to all federal departments and agencies and will be implemented in two phases: Phase 1, the interim policy, will focus on applying the policy based on the location of suppliers, started with the roll-out of training and tools on June 30, 2025, to support implementation. The interim policy is effective as of July 14, 2025. Phase 2, the complete policy, will determine supplier eligibility based on the origin of goods and services being offered, and will be introduced at a later date. As shared earlier this year, the government is also exploring additional ways to maximize the use of Canadian steel and aluminum in government-funded projects, including in coordination with Canadian provinces and territories. By enforcing fair and reciprocal procurement access, the government will protect Canadian innovation, jobs, and economic growth, and ensure that Canadian suppliers remain competitive in the global marketplace. We will defend the interests of Canadians, safeguard Canada's workers and businesses, and build one Canadian economy – the strongest economy in the G7. Quotes "The Government of Canada is committed to protecting and defending the interests of all Canadians, and will not compromise when it comes to ensuring fair market access for Canadian industry. The Policy on Reciprocal Procurement will help leverage our purchasing power to support Canadian businesses and workers impacted by unjustified American tariffs." The Honourable Joël Lightbound Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Quick facts The Policy on Reciprocal Procurement will apply to all new non-defence procurements over $10,000 for the Government of Canada. Contracts and solicitations posted prior to July 14, 2025, will not be impacted. Suppliers from non-trading-partner countries will not have access to Government of Canada procurements, unless there is a valid exception under the policy. Public Services and Procurement Canada plays a crucial role in ensuring that Canada's procurement practices comply with national and international trade agreements. Associated links
Cision Canada
25-06-2025
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The Government of Canada confirms the creation of an Advisory Group for the rehabilitation of the Quebec Bridge Français
QUEBEC CITY, June 25, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert, announced today the creation of an Advisory Group to support efforts to rehabilitate the Québec Bridge. In November 2024, the Government of Canada announced that the conditions necessary for the retrocession of the Québec Bridge to the federal government had been met. Canada has thus regained ownership of this historic infrastructure, which is essential to the economy of both Canada and Quebec. Management of the Québec Bridge was entrusted to the federal Crown corporation Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), which is responsible for elaborating and implementing the bridge's rehabilitation program. To support JCCBI in its mandate, the federal government is announcing the creation of an Advisory Group to rehabilitate the Québec Bridge. The purpose of this Group is to enable JCCBI to benefit from a diversity of expertise, to learn about the Québec City environment and its key players, as well as raise awareness of the Crown corporation and its mandate. The Advisory Group consists of representatives from JCCBI, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, the ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable du Québec, Canadian National Railway, the cities of Quebec City and Lévis, the Chambre de commerce et d'industries de Québec, the Chambre de commerce du Grand Lévis, the Commission de la capitale nationale du Québec, du Conseil régional de l'environnement (Capitale-Nationale), the Conseil régional de l'environnement (Chaudière-Appalaches), Université Laval, Port of Québec and two citizens, residents of Québec City and Lévis. The Advisory Group's mandate is for two years, the estimated time required to develop the rehabilitation plan. Once this phase has been completed, whether the Group continues, in its current or revised form, will be reassessed in light of future needs. Quotes "We are delighted today to announce the creation of this Advisory committee for the rehabilitation of the Québec Bridge, whose members are keenly aware of the needs and expectations of the community, and will help support JCCBI whose mandate is to ensure the longevity of this historic and essential infrastructure for the residents of Quebec City and Lévis, as well as for the economy of Canada and Quebec." The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert "The rehabilitation of the Québec Bridge is a promising project for our region, supported by the Canadian government and mobilizing local expertise, key institutions and committed citizens. The creation of this Advisory Group reflects our desire to act with transparency, rigor and proximity. It's another concrete step towards ensuring the long-term viability of this strategic link between Quebec City and Lévis." The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec-Centre "The Québec Bridge is more than just infrastructure — it's a symbol of our history and a vital link for the people of Beauport–Limoilou. I'm pleased to see our government taking concrete steps toward its rehabilitation, with an advisory group that reflects the voice of our region. By working together, we can ensure its preservation for future generations." Steeve Lavoie, Member of Parliament for Beauport–Limoilou "Aware that expectations are high in the Quebec City region, the JCCBI team is working to maintain a climate of trust and developed a participatory approach that includes discussions with elected officials, stakeholders, First Nations and the general public in addition to its plan to rehabilitate the Quebec Bridge. This advisory group is part of this approach and will support our organisation in its desire to ensure close management with the community" Sandra Martel, Chief Executive Officer for Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated Quick Facts The Government of Canada wishes to remember the tragic history of the bridge's construction and the legacy of the many workers who lost their lives in its construction. The Government of Canada recognizes that this bridge crosses the ancestral territory of several First Nations who have occupied this site since time immemorial. Originally conceived as a railway bridge, the Québec Bridge now includes three road lanes and a pedestrian and cyclist walkway. It remains the longest cantilever bridge ever built, spanning 549 meters between the main piers, for a total length of 987 meters and a height of 95 meters. The Québec Bridge is an essential link for regional transportation, with an average annual throughput of 33,000 vehicles per day, including some 400 public transit buses, carrying over 6,000 passengers daily. It is the only link to allow active transportation - on foot or by bike - between Quebec City and Lévis. JCCBI is a Crown corporation that operates at arm's length from government, is overseen by a Board of Directors and reports to Parliament through the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities. June 10, 2025. Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Web: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada SOURCE Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
Cision Canada
11-06-2025
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Government of Canada Moves Forward with HR and Pay Transformation Through Dayforce Français
GATINEAU, QC , /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is taking the next step toward replacing the Phoenix pay system to drive efficiency and effectiveness across government. Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, announced that the Government of Canada is moving forward to the final build and testing phase of the Dayforce HR and pay solution. This decision follows the completion of a rigorous feasibility study and marks a significant step toward modernizing the government's HR and pay systems. The Dayforce solution will replace a significant number of HR systems in use across the Government of Canada. It reflects the government's continued commitment to business and digital transformation built on transparency, efficiency, and employee experience. The Government of Canada will finalize the configuration and testing of Dayforce and work with departments to confirm their readiness to onboard. This phased approach builds on lessons learned and will help reduce risks associated with large-scale transformation and ensure a smooth transition for employees. Employee engagement will continue to be a key focus throughout the transformation process. By involving employees in readiness activities and ensuring continuous feedback mechanisms, the government is implementing an HR and pay solution that offers an efficient people-centric platform aligned with workforce needs. Quotes "The Government of Canada remains committed to modernizing its HR and pay systems in a responsible and transparent manner. By investing in the future of HR and pay, we are taking an important step forward in ensuring an efficient, secure, and sustainable solution for public service employees." The Honourable Joël Lightbound Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement "We are excited to strengthen our partnership with the Government of Canada. Dayforce brings together advanced technologies into a single, AI-powered people platform designed to simplify processes and deliver real value. We are committed to supporting this transformative HR and pay initiative, ensuring it enhances work-life and drives meaningful improvements for government employees across the country." David Ossip Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Dayforce, Inc. Quick Facts The current pay system is used to deliver pay to an average of 431,000 current and former employees bi-weekly. In 2024, this represented approximately 13.4 million payments, totalling approximately $40.1 billion. The complexity of the Government of Canada HR and pay environment includes the challenge of applying almost 150 different collective agreements representing employees from over 100 departments and agencies. The initiative is incorporating lessons learned from the previous pay system implementation and recommendations intended to guide future projects of similar size and scope. In particular, recommendations around stakeholder engagement and governance were guided by Lessons Learned from the Transformation of Pay Administration Initiative (Goss Gilroy report). Over 3,000 public servants participated in user awareness sessions during the feasibility project, with the majority of participants reporting that they found Dayforce simple and easy to use. Feedback from participants is being used to improve the system further. Dayforce is a global human capital management technology company with deep Canadian roots. Its single AI-powered people platform for HR, pay, time, talent and analytics is trusted by thousands of customers and serves millions of employees worldwide. Over the next 2 years, the deployment of the Dayforce solution will begin to progressively onboard starting with two departments and a separate agency, where the Government of Canada will focus on departmental readiness as it prepares to deploy the system. Enterprise Integrated Strategy on Human Resources and Pay Final Findings Report Dayforce feasibility report summary Follow us on X (Twitter) Follow us on Facebook SOURCE Public Services and Procurement Canada
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Government of Canada Moves Forward with HR and Pay Transformation Through Dayforce
GATINEAU, QC , June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is taking the next step toward replacing the Phoenix pay system to drive efficiency and effectiveness across government. Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, announced that the Government of Canada is moving forward to the final build and testing phase of the Dayforce HR and pay solution. This decision follows the completion of a rigorous feasibility study and marks a significant step toward modernizing the government's HR and pay systems. The Dayforce solution will replace a significant number of HR systems in use across the Government of Canada. It reflects the government's continued commitment to business and digital transformation built on transparency, efficiency, and employee experience. The Government of Canada will finalize the configuration and testing of Dayforce and work with departments to confirm their readiness to onboard. This phased approach builds on lessons learned and will help reduce risks associated with large-scale transformation and ensure a smooth transition for employees. Employee engagement will continue to be a key focus throughout the transformation process. By involving employees in readiness activities and ensuring continuous feedback mechanisms, the government is implementing an HR and pay solution that offers an efficient people-centric platform aligned with workforce needs. Quotes "The Government of Canada remains committed to modernizing its HR and pay systems in a responsible and transparent manner. By investing in the future of HR and pay, we are taking an important step forward in ensuring an efficient, secure, and sustainable solution for public service employees." The Honourable Joël LightboundMinister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement "We are excited to strengthen our partnership with the Government of Canada. Dayforce brings together advanced technologies into a single, AI-powered people platform designed to simplify processes and deliver real value. We are committed to supporting this transformative HR and pay initiative, ensuring it enhances work-life and drives meaningful improvements for government employees across the country." David OssipChair and Chief Executive Officer of Dayforce, Inc. Quick Facts The current pay system is used to deliver pay to an average of 431,000 current and former employees bi-weekly. In 2024, this represented approximately 13.4 million payments, totalling approximately $40.1 billion. The complexity of the Government of Canada HR and pay environment includes the challenge of applying almost 150 different collective agreements representing employees from over 100 departments and agencies. The initiative is incorporating lessons learned from the previous pay system implementation and recommendations intended to guide future projects of similar size and scope. In particular, recommendations around stakeholder engagement and governance were guided by Lessons Learned from the Transformation of Pay Administration Initiative (Goss Gilroy report). Over 3,000 public servants participated in user awareness sessions during the feasibility project, with the majority of participants reporting that they found Dayforce simple and easy to use. Feedback from participants is being used to improve the system further. Dayforce is a global human capital management technology company with deep Canadian roots. Its single AI-powered people platform for HR, pay, time, talent and analytics is trusted by thousands of customers and serves millions of employees worldwide. Over the next 2 years, the deployment of the Dayforce solution will begin to progressively onboard starting with two departments and a separate agency, where the Government of Canada will focus on departmental readiness as it prepares to deploy the system. Associated links Enterprise Integrated Strategy on Human Resources and Pay Final Findings Report Dayforce feasibility report summary Follow us on X (Twitter)Follow us on Facebook SOURCE Public Services and Procurement Canada View original content: Effettua l'accesso per consultare il tuo portafoglio
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11-06-2025
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Government of Canada announces next steps in Alexandra Bridge replacement project
GATINEAU, QC, June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada continues to invest in improvements to transportation and mobility in the National Capital Region and is making progress on its commitment to replace the Alexandra Bridge. Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, announced that the following 3 qualified teams will be invited to participate in the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage for the Alexandra Bridge replacement project: Epoch Pathway Ontario-Québec Partners: Peter Kiewit Sons ULC: Heritage Link Group: These teams were selected through a Request for Qualifications that was launched in October 2024. They will now be invited to submit formal proposals in October 2025. The successful bidder will work in partnership with the integrated project team to finalize the design, deconstruct the existing structure and build the new bridge. The contract for planning and design is expected to be awarded in winter 2026. The contract for deconstruction and construction is expected to follow in 2027, with work beginning in 2028. The new bridge is expected to be in use by 2032. The National Capital Commission (NCC) recently unveiled the updated preferred design concept for the bridge, which responds to feedback received through public consultations. For more information, please visit the NCC's Alexandra Bridge replacement web page. Quotes "Today's announcement is an important milestone in the Alexandra Bridge replacement project and underscores the Government of Canada's commitment to expedite nation-building projects that will connect and transform our country. This project will enhance transportation and mobility in the National Capital Region for decades to come." The Honourable Joël LightboundMinister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Quick facts The current Alexandra Bridge is over 120 years old and has reached the end of its useful life. The replacement project is being advanced using a progressive design-build approach, which will allow for early collaboration between designers and builders, leading to faster delivery, better cost control and higher-quality results. Following the RFP process, the successful bidder will work with the integrated project team to complete the design in accordance with the project requirements. The integrated project team consists of representatives from Public Services and Procurement Canada, the NCC and Arup Canada Inc., the technical advisor. Consultations with Indigenous communities, the public and stakeholders will continue throughout the project. Associated links Alexandra Bridge: Replacement project Follow us on X (Twitter)Follow us on Facebook SOURCE Public Services and Procurement Canada View original content: Sign in to access your portfolio
