Brought to you in collaboration with the CEIU National Young Workers Committee.

Term freezes and workforce adjustment have created a climate of uncertainty for all our members.

Cuts to Canada’s federal public service impact all workers and our communities, but young workers will be particularly affected. Young workers are overrepresented in term employment, and these cuts will impact job opportunities in the public service for many years to come.

CEIU will continue to advocate for our members who are term employees and to push the employer to reduce its reliance on terms and create permanent, stable jobs.

While we fight back, we also want to provide resources to support you and your career development in this turbulent time.

Career Development

Whether you are impacted by cuts or not, career development resources can help you. Consider opportunities to enhance your skills, including:

• Scholarships: further education is a great way to build your career. CEIU and PSAC both offer scholarships. You can also use tools like Scholarships Canada to find other scholarships you may be eligible for.
• Union opportunities: getting involved in your union is a great way to build your skills and further your career! Make sure your contact information is up-to-date at ceiu-seic.ca/join to get updates. You can also contact the CEIU National Young Workers’ Committee.
• Career Planning: The Job Bank and ESDC both offer career planning resources to help you learn about the job market and stand our to employers.
• Networking: Use platforms like LinkedIn to network and build connections. There is also a Federal Youth Network for young workers in the public service. Union spaces are also invaluable for networking, so find an event near you!

Update Your Resume

It’s always important to have an updated resume. What can you do to enhance your resume?

• Use the Job Bank Resume Builder
• Learn the difference between a Resume and a CV
• Explore tools that can help

Job Search

If you’re affected by cuts or just looking to change positions, there are job search platforms that can help, such as GC Jobs, the Job Bank, and LinkedIn.

There are also many Facebook groups that you can join dedicated to job searching or information-sharing in the federal government:

• Administrative Jobs
• Government of Canada Administrative Employees
• Policy Jobs
• Ontario Region Jobs

Job opportunities at CEIU are posted on the CEIU website.