Liberal candidates’ procurement pitches fail to address the long-standing issues, say observers
Some of the proposals ‘sound more like slogans’ that don’t point to ‘some sort of specific program,’ says procurement expert Richard Shimooka.
Reinventing Canadian public services: use technology to drive outcomes
As we watch the U.S. transform, we must also leverage technology to rethink our approach to public service.
MP, Senate groups to convene during prorogation to talk Hill reno plans
Spending on the Centre Block project, which includes construction of the new underground Parliament Welcome Centre, recently passed the billion-dollar mark.
Hearts and minds: premiers’ mission won’t change Trump’s tack, but can still help Canada, say politicos
Economic measures like procurement bans and retaliatory tariffs can be used against the U.S., but a non-threatening approach would better resonate with Americans, says former Ontario deputy premier Dwight Duncan.
Efficiency reviews, higher CAF salaries, procurement czars: Liberal leadership hopefuls’ public service promises
Reaching two per cent of GDP on defence spending is a priority for some candidates, while others look to federal office space and counter-measures to U.S. tariffs.
‘Big Four’ consultants raked in over $220-million in federal contracts last year, despite plans to cut spending
Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux says 2024 spending on consultants seems ‘a bit high’ given the feds’ commitment to curbing its reliance on external contractors.
Feds eye March decision on replacing problem-plagued Phoenix payroll system
The government could replace the Phoenix payroll system in 2026-27, with officials deciding by March whether to greenlight the new Dayforce system depending on the outcome of testing.
Former top bureaucrat calls for major overhaul of the federal government
Ex-Privy Council clerk Michael Wernick argues that many of government structures are no longer fit for purpose.
Hiring IT contractors cost feds 22 per cent more than using public servants, PBO finds
Federal departments spent $2.66-billion on informatics services, including IT-related services, with more than half of the spending coming from five departments in 2022-23.
Procurement watchdog calls PSPC’s handling of interpreters’ contracts ‘unreasonable’
Ombud’s review of complaints says proposed changes would cut freelance interpreters’ number of billable hours, leading to less compensation for the same amount of work.
