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Ottawa Citizen
11-06-2025
- Business
- Ottawa Citizen
Dayforce confirmed as replacement for Phoenix as federal government pay system
The federal government is set to move forward with replacing the plagued Phoenix pay system with Dayforce. Article content Procurement Minister Joël Lightbound announced Wednesday that the government would start the 'final build and testing phase' of the new platform. Article content Article content 'The Government of Canada remains committed to modernizing its HR and pay systems in a responsible and transparent manner,' Lightbound said in a statement. '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.' Article content Article content The announcement came as the federal government continued to work to ease the backlog of pay issues. As of April 23, there were 327,000 transactions in the system remaining to be processed. Of that number, 49 per cent were more than a year old. Article content Article content The total of 327,000 represented an improvement on previous months. In late February, the backlog stood at 366,000 transactions and in October 2024 it was 402,000. Article content The Liberal government launched Phoenix in 2016 after the previous Conservative government had initiated the platform. Problems soon arose as public servants struggled to get paid fully and on time. Article content An auditor general report from December 2024 found that 32 per cent of federal government employees reported errors in their basic or acting pay during the 2023–24 fiscal year. That was up from 30 per cent in 2022–23 and 28 per cent in 2021–22. However, it was also a steep decrease from the peak of Phoenix's problems in 2019–20, when 51 per cent of employees had to deal with pay errors. The cost of Phoenix's failure for the government has also ballooned. Since 2017, the federal government has spent at least $3.5 billion on the Phoenix pay system. It has also cost the federal government money in settlements and compensation for public servants. Last November, the government settled a class-action lawsuit brought by non-unionized and casual employees over the payment system fiasco. And in 2020 Canada's largest public-sector union, the Public Service Alliance of Canada, reached an agreement with the government giving 140,000 workers each $2,500 in compensation over the issues with Phoenix. Article content Article content
Montreal Gazette
13-05-2025
- Business
- Montreal Gazette
Mulcair: Carney true to his word as Quebec is richly rewarded in federal cabinet
Canadian Politics There were new faces — and a few surprises — in the federal cabinet Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Tuesday. One of the biggest shocks was the absence of Carlos Leitão. The former Quebec Finance Minister had been widely touted as a potential pick for the federal finance portfolio. But it wasn't to be. Whether a lesser offer was made and declined remains unclear, but his absence was glaring. Having been recruited by Team Carney and persuaded to return to elected office, his omission stood out like a sore thumb. François-Philippe Champagne retained the key finance file and the prestige that comes with it. He emphasized his 'partnership' with Carney during the latter's campaign visit to his Shawinigan riding. Champagne's decision not to run for the leadership himself appears to have paid off — handsomely. The departure of Jonathan Wilkinson from cabinet marked a significant shift in how the government intends to manage the crucial energy portfolio. Wilkinson had worked effectively alongside Steven Guilbeault in the environment file. His exclusion signals a clear break with the Justin Trudeau era on these twin economic issues. Wilkinson's exit wasn't due to a lack of experience or capability — he had both in abundance. Rather, he may have been a casualty of regional talent overflow. With former Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson entering cabinet as housing minister, B.C. simply had one minister too many. Guilbeault is also out of the energy/environment equation and now takes on the role in culture and official languages. The removal of both Wilkinson and Guilbeault from these economic files will likely be welcomed in Canada's resource-producing provinces. A refreshing inclusion was Joël Lightbound of Quebec City. Highly intelligent, fully bilingual and bicultural, Lightbound had often clashed with the Trudeau-era Liberal establishment. Carney has now given him the opportunity to be the voice of Quebec's Capitale-Nationale. Expect him to be at the forefront of complex infrastructure debates, including the proposed 'third link' bridge and the Quebec City tramway project. As the province heads toward next year's general election, these high-stakes files will place Lightbound under intense scrutiny. He'll find a key ally in Chrystia Freeland, now serving as transport minister. Her support will also be vital in navigating interprovincial trade challenges, where language rules — often treated as a taboo subject — must be addressed with objectivity and clarity. Lightbound replaces the seasoned Jean-Yves Duclos. For a first-time cabinet minister, the learning curve will be steep. His outspokenness finds a counterpart in another newcomer: Wayne Long of New Brunswick. Both represent a clear departure from the Trudeau legacy. One major change that came as no surprise was the removal of Mélanie Joly from foreign affairs. A polarizing figure in the Liberals' relationship with Canada's Jewish community, her departure — and her replacement by the highly regarded Anita Anand — was widely expected. Quebec has been richly rewarded for its strong support of Carney's government. When Carney said he wanted Quebecers to play a major role — not just be gérants d'estrade (armchair quarterbacks) —some were skeptical. He has now proven he meant every word. This story was originally published
Global News
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Global News
Canada election 2025: Louis-Hébert
See more sharing options Send this page to someone via email Share this item on Twitter Share this item via WhatsApp Share this item on Facebook Louis-Hébert is a federal riding located in Quebec. This riding is currently represented by Liberal MP Joël Lightbound who first took office in 2015. Lightbound collected 22,933 votes, winning 38.35 per cent of the vote in the 2021 federal election. Voters will decide who will represent Louis-Hébert in Quebec during the upcoming Canadian election on April 28, 2025. Visit this page on election night for a complete breakdown of up to the minute results. Candidates Liberal: Joël Lightbound (Incumbent) Conservative: Claude Dussault NDP: Jean-Paul Lussiaà-Berdou Bloc Québécois: Valérie Savard People's Party: Vatthana Maholy
CairoScene
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Saudi Arabian Label Kaf by Kaf Launches Global Collection With Adidas
'The Lines that Connect Us' incorporates diagonal and linear patterns that reference Saudi craftsmanship and design traditions. Mar 09, 2025 Saudi designer Kawthar Alhoraish, founder of Kaf by Kaf, introduces Lightbound, a sportswear collection for SS25 created in partnership with Adidas. Rooted in Saudi Arabia's cultural heritage, the collection brings together traditional design elements and functional, contemporary silhouettes. Under the theme 'The Lines that Connect Us,' Alhoraish incorporates diagonal and linear patterns that reference Saudi craftsmanship and design traditions, while also reflecting broader ideas of movement and connection. The collection is presented through a unisex campaign, featuring Kuwaiti-born Lebanese actress Laila Abdullah, Bahraini influencer Abbas Alafoor, and Dubai-based creatives Shahd Batal and Abdulrahman Abu Ebied. Shot against stone walls and dimly lit alleyways, the campaign blends heritage with modernity, positioning Lightbound within a growing dialogue on the intersection of sportswear and cultural identity.
