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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
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
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
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
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
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
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Government failed to follow procurement, security rules with ArriveCan contractor
OTTAWA - Federal organizations failed to follow procurement and security rules when awarding contracts to the company behind the controversial ArriveCan app, the auditor general said Tuesday. The report on GCStrategies — one of several audits tabled in the House of Commons on Tuesday — says the company was awarded 106 contracts by 31 federal organizations between 2015 and 2024. The maximum value of those contracts was more than $90 million but only $65 million was paid out. Auditor general Karen Hogan looked at a sample set of contracts to see whether they fell in line with federal policy and whether the government got value for taxpayers' money. Her report says many contracts did not follow procurement rules and organizations often provided little evidence to show the work had actually been done. The report says that, for half of the contracts that required security clearances, federal organizations weren't able to show that those doing the work had the appropriate clearance before the contract was awarded. Federal organizations lacked documentation to show that they had confirmed security clearances for just over one in five of the contracts Hogan's office examined. The report found that federal organizations failed to monitor contract work and performance. Many accepted poorly drafted timesheets or failed to collect them at all. Others couldn't show that the people doing the work had the required experience and qualifications. Hogan said that in more than 80 per cent of the contracts examined, organizations couldn't prove that the fees paid didn't exceed market rates. In just under half of the contracts, the report says, organizations had 'little to no evidence' to show that deliverables were received. Despite that, payments were still made. The report also says that most contracts were awarded without organizations assessing whether they should call for bids. Many organizations justified the need for the contracts by pointing to increased workloads or public servants' absences. In September, the House of Commons agreed unanimously to ask Hogan to look into contracts. In a news release, Hogan said the audit findings echo those from previous audits by her office which 'found deficiencies in how public servants applied federal procurement rules.' 'There are no recommendations in this report because I don't believe the government needs more procurement rules,' Hogan said. 'Rather, federal organizations need to make sure that the rules that exist are understood and followed.' Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Joël Lightbound said in a media statement that while the report did not make any new recommendations, the government has taken 'significant actions' on past recommendations and continues to take steps to 'improve oversight and management of federal procurement.' 'Our new government remains committed to strengthening federal procurement practices,' he said. 'We also expect public servants and departments to operate with the highest standards of integrity when procuring professional services to support their program delivery.' GCStrategies was banned last week from entering into contracts or real property agreements with the federal government for seven years. Last year, the government suspended the company's security status. Hogan's previous report on the app's development found it did not deliver the best value to taxpayers and concluded that three federal departments disregarded federal policies, controls and transparency in the contracting process. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 10, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
