Members of the Public Service Alliance of Canada, as well as Canadian taxpayers, must be fully informed of the terms of the reasonable offer made by the Government of Canada on April 21, aimed at achieving a negotiated settlement of the pay equity dispute. The Government of Canada is committed to the principles of pay equity. The additional money that has been put on the table demonstrates a genuine and serious desire to resolve this issue. For employees, it is a fair offer. And since it respects the capacity of taxpayers to pay, it is also a responsible one.
Equity is a right.
Negotiating a settlement is a responsibility to taxpayers. Employed in this position since April 1, 1987. Following these adjustments, the government would allow for ongoing annual increases to the salaries of the persons affected.