In the Field with Public Services and Procurement Canada

Title: In the Field with Public Services and Procurement Canada
Date: Wednesday 30th October 2024, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Location: 4900 Yonge Street, Toronto ON M4N 2N9 (in-person)

Who are we?
As part of the Government of Canada, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) helps serve Canadians. With a strong focus on quality customer service, we provide innovative common services such as real estate and building management, purchasing, banking, pay and pensions, and translation to other government departments, agencies, and boards. By providing these centralized services to other Government of Canada departments and agencies, we enable them to focus on what they do best: providing their programs and services to Canadians. Within the Ontario Region, there are many opportunities in fields like Finance, Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Services, Material Management, Contracting and Procurement, Human Resources and much more! At PSPC, we are committed to achieving a competent, representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We work hard to create a welcoming, respectful and inclusive workplace through a variety of programs and initiatives. In fact, we have been selected for The Career Directory 2024, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates. This fall, we are focusing on welcoming students with disabilities and ensuring a fully representative student body that is engaged and supported throughout their work experience. When you succeed, we all succeed.

What You Can Expect: 
This event is open to students with disabilities from YorkU, UofT and TMU.

Attendees at the event will get a firsthand look at how our work environment and practices are
designed to be inclusive and supportive, particularly for students with disabilities. We aim to demonstrate how we foster accessibility in our workplace.

Alongside gaining insights into PSPC’s operations and the work experience within the Ontario Region, attendees we’ll have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the Federal
Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP) and receive guidance on navigating the application process.

FSWEP is an opportunity for students to obtain fair and equal access to student jobs in public service. It provides meaningful paid experience, improves employability, and offers insight into future employment opportunities. Employment Opportunity for Students with Disabilities’ Resource Page – wiki (gccollab.ca)

Through the Employment Opportunity for Students with Disabilities (EOSD) and the Indigenous Student Employment Opportunity (ISEO), students who self-declare as persons with disabilities and/or as Aboriginal (Indigenous) have access to culturally and ethically sensitive support, training, activities, and support services.

9:30 am – 9:55 am 
Guests check-in at the security check and receive visitor badges

10:00 am – 10:15 am
Welcome and Introduction

10:15 am – 10:45 am
Discovering Our Culture and Values: A Journey Through Accessibility, Leadership, and Inclusion o Accessibility

• Advisory Group: The Ontario Region Accessibility Advisory Group (AAG) is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace by identifying and addressing barriers. We aim to continually enhance our understanding of accessibility and integrate it into our daily operations, while reducing stigma and embracing disability as part of the human and employee Page 3 of 4 experience. AAG supports the region in maintaining its leadership in fostering an accessible work environment for all. o
• Emerging Leaders of Ontario: ELO aims to cultivate an inclusive networking environment that supports emerging leaders in their development and engagement within the region. ELO is guided by the principles of creating opportunities for knowledge transfer, strengthening networks, building partnerships, and professional development. o Ontario Region Diversity and Inclusion Network: The
• Ontario Region Diversity and Inclusion Network (ORDIN) helps to foster a barrier-free regional workplace by identifying barriers to inclusion and implement tools and resources for education and awareness purposes, and providing support to the Regional Executive Committee on matters relating to Diversity and Inclusion within Ontario Region.

10:45 am – 11:15 am
Guided Tour of 4900 Office Space

• Demonstration of innovative tools, technologies and accessibility features

11:15 am – 11:30 am
Break

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Career Pathways within the Government of Canada

• Join a Human Resources Advisor from the Public Service Commission for an information session. Learn about opportunities with the federal government including student recruitment programs such as the Federal Work Experience Program (FSWEP), and the Co-op and Internship program. We will speak about the Employment Opportunity for Students with Page 4 of 4 Disabilities (EOSD) as well as information on self-declaring and accommodations. We will review “how to apply”, as well as some tips & tricks to help you succeed in the assessment process.
• Engage with a diverse panel of PSPC employees from various departments as they share insights into their career journeys, the essential skills needed for success, and their personal experiences within the public sector. This discussion offers valuable perspectives on navigating different career paths and overcoming challenges in today’s dynamic workplace

12:30 pm
Optional – Informal Network Opportunities

• Students are invited to participate in an informal networking session where they can engage directly with staff from various departments within the organization. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, learn about different career paths, and gain insight into the day-to-day experiences of professionals working in government. It’s also a chance to make connections, explore potential mentorship, and discover how these networks contribute to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace environment!

How do I register?

To register for this event, follow the steps below:

1. Log-in to Experience York
2. Select “Employer Events” in the menu on the left-hand side of the page
3. Navigate to the event you want to register for in the events calendar
4. Select the event and click the “Register for the event” button in the event listing