The impact of globalization has become apparent beyond the economic sector. Information technology is changing not only the way we communicate, but also the way we do business. The future of the Canadian Public Service will also be shaped by change. Demographic changes, evolving federalism, e-government, creating a learning organization, and sustaining a diverse and professional workforce will all represent a continuum of change. The federal workforce will soon be required to anticipate change rather than to react to it.
Old skills have to be renewed and new ones acquired.
A challenge for the federal Public Service is to provide a supportive workplace where employees develop the skills and core competencies to perform and excel in a changing environment. Below is a brief summary of projects focusing on skills for change. This project provided training and statistical data, and developed tools, a guide and workbook for conducting an effective employment systems review. The material is available on the TBS EE Web site. This document is available in alternative formats.