Canada's Public Service Shows Progress in Employment Equity for 2024-25
Event summary
- Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat released its 33rd annual Employment Equity Report for 2024-25, showing progress in representation of equity groups.
- Black public servants are increasingly represented in higher salary bands, with more executives self-identifying as Black.
- Representation of persons with disabilities increased slightly from the previous year.
- The report is part of the Government of Canada's response to the 2021 Call to Action on Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion.
The big picture
The 2024-25 Employment Equity Report highlights ongoing efforts to address systemic inequities in Canada's public service, aligning with broader government initiatives to foster inclusivity. The progress in representation, particularly among Black public servants and persons with disabilities, reflects the impact of targeted policies and frameworks aimed at creating a more equitable workplace. However, sustained action and continued monitoring will be crucial to ensure lasting change.
What we're watching
- Sustained Action
- Whether the Treasury Board can maintain momentum in improving employment equity representation across all groups.
- Self-Identification
- The pace at which voluntary self-identification among Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and visible minorities will increase.
- Policy Impact
- How the Employment Equity Act and related directives will shape long-term diversity and inclusion outcomes in the public service.