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National Managers' Community (NMC)/ Newsletter / June 2025
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In this edition
NMC Insight
Events and Celebrations
- The Role of Managers Throughout the Procurement Process
- CSPS Virtual Café Series: Lessons in Leadership and Foresight with Dr. Theresa Tam
- National Indigenous History Month
- Building Trust and Organizational Effectiveness
Spotlight on Resources
- Support your Indigenous students and students with disabilities this summer, register them today!
- Better Accommodation Project
- New Course: Untangling Misinformation and Disinformation at Work
- Upcoming Leadership Programs for Black Public Servants – Expression of Interest Now Open
Regional News
Prairies & Northwest Territories
- Networking Breakfast in Calgary
- Register for the NMC Managers Connect event in Edmonton
- Networking Breakfast in Edmonton
NMC Insight
From Feedback to Action: Using Your Input to Drive Change
Thank you to the 573 managers who responded to our May poll question! We asked:
a) On a scale of 1 to 5, how effectively does your work environment support your ability to lead and manage your team?
b) What specific changes would improve your effectiveness as a manager, supervisor, or team lead?
The average rating was 2.94. While some feel well supported, 68% rated their environment as moderately effective or less, and only 8% said it was “very effective.”
Your comments were clear and thoughtful. You called for more authority in staffing and decision-making, better support from internal services, more manageable workloads, improved hybrid workplace infrastructure, and practical training. Many of you also highlighted the need for more transparent communication and stronger recognition of the realities managers face.
What’s next?
The NMC will continue to share your insights with senior leaders, relevant programs and networks. Each month, we’ll ask one or two short questions to better understand your reality as a manager. Your responses are anonymous and help us shape programming, tools, and guide national conversations with our advisory boards, committees and partners that reflect what matters most for managers.
📊 June NMC Monthly Managers Check-In
Which leadership topics would be most valuable for your growth as a manager? Select your top 3 choices.👉Answer here
Events and Celebrations
The Role of Managers Throughout the Procurement Process
The federal procurement process is designed so that the purchase of goods and services is done fairly, openly and transparently.
This informative event will highlight the roles and responsibilities of public service managers throughout the procurement process. It will also focus on the importance of collaboration between managers and other functional experts, as well as how to meet operational needs while adhering to policies and values and ethics principles.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the federal procurement process, and the essential skills and resources needed to effectively manage their procurement-related responsibilities.
📅 June 13, 2025 | Hybrid event | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm (ET) | More details and registration here
CSPS Virtual Café Series: Lessons in Leadership and Foresight with Dr. Theresa Tam
This noteworthy event features Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, who will share insights and her vision for the future of public health.
📅 June 20, 2025 | Webcast | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET) | More details and registration here (Bilingual, with interpretation in both official languages.)
National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Canada. Curious to learn more, see below:
- Learning path: Indigenous learning products
- Event: 📅 June 20, 2025 | Virtual | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm (ET) | More details and registration here
Building Trust and Organizational Effectiveness
Trust is essential for high-performing, resilient teams, especially in times of constant change. Join this interactive session to explore the key elements that foster trust, understand its impact during uncertainty, and learn how to rebuild it when broken.
Presented by conflict resolution experts Nathalie C. Poirier and Wagenda Sylvestre from ISED, this event offers practical tools to help you strengthen relationships and create a more supportive, psychologically safe workplace.
📅 June 17, 2025 | Virtual | Registration: French session 10:30 to 12:00 (ET) | English session 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm (ET)
Spotlight on Resources
Support your Indigenous students and students with disabilities this summer, register them today!
Looking to provide tailored support activities for your Indigenous student or student with disabilities this summer?
The Indigenous Student Employment Opportunity (ISEO) and the Employment Opportunity for Students with Disabilities (EOSD) are employee-experience programs for students who identify as Indigenous or as having a disability and are completing a work term with the Government of Canada. These programs provide mentorship, networking and support services.
Make sure to register your student now – activities begin in early June.
Check out tools and resources available for managers supporting Indigenous students or students with disabilities now.
Better Accommodation Project
The Office of Tina Namiesniowski, the Deputy Minister Champion for Federal Employees with Disabilities, is seeking feedback from federal employees, managers and practitioners on evidence-based tools under development by the Better Accommodation Project team.
Select this link to share your input before June 18, 2025: https://www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/User:ESDC.BAP-PAMA.EDSC
For any questions, or if you would like to receive the survey in another format, please do not hesitate to email ESDC.BAP-PAMA.EDSC@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
New Course: Untangling Misinformation and Disinformation at Work
As stewards of public trust, public servants play an important role in supporting the integrity of Canada’s information ecosystem. As a companion to Untangling Misinformation and Disinformation, this CSPS course provides strategies to recognize, prepare for, and respond to misinformation and disinformation in the workplace. Participants will examine the importance of finding and sharing accurate information and how these strategies strengthen public trust.
Review the strategies with your team and discuss how you can apply them to your work.
To learn more, please visit Untangling Misinformation and Disinformation at Work.
Upcoming Leadership Programs for Black Public Servants – Expression of Interest Now Open
As part of the Action Plan for Black Public Servants, the Task Force on Black Public Servants is launching two new leadership development programs in partnership with the Canada School of Public Service:
- Aspiring Directors Program for Black Leaders (ADP-BL) – for EX minus 1 level
- Leadership Development Program for Black Supervisors and Managers (LDP-BSM) – for those with supervisory or managerial experience.
These culturally grounded, trauma-informed programs were co-developed with Black public servants to reflect lived experiences and build confidence, connection, and career growth.
Programs begin in September 2025. Interested Black public servants should:
- Talk with their manager and include it in their Learning Plan
- Complete the Expression of Interest form
- Join the distribution list
Learn more on GCxchange and help spread the word.
Regional News
Atlantic
Ontario
Register for the NMC Managers Connect event in Kingston
Join the NMC for a full day of learning and connection featuring two interactive coaching workshops led by Julie Wills and Susan Badame, focused on solution-based coaching and peer leadership. In the afternoon, Dr. Katy Kamkar will share practical strategies for stress management and self-compassion, followed by a panel of senior leaders offering insights on today’s leadership challenges.
📅 June 17, 2025 | 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. (CDT) | Learn more and register here
Opportunities to participate in a co-development group
Achieve clarity and take action — with the support of your peers.
Now more than ever, managers need free access to safe, supportive spaces to learn and solve real challenges together. This month, the NMC is promoting peer-based initiative the Co-development Groups (Québec Region only).
The group bring together managers from across departments, guided by trained facilitators, to support a peer through real-life work challenges. The initiative shares a foundation of confidentiality, respect, and collective learning but differ in their approach:
🔹 Co-development has a mentoring approach. Participants ask questions and offer advice based on their experience with an emphasis on reflection and shared insights. Sessions last 2 hours monthly (Oct–June),
Interested to grow with your peers? Register now:
👉Co-development Initiative 2025–2026 (Québec Region only)
Prairies & Northwest Territories
Networking Breakfast in Calgary
The National Managers’ Community is organizing a networking breakfast for supervisors and managers. Take a break from your day to connect with peers, expand your professional network, and share experiences in a relaxed setting—all while enjoying a meal!
Why Attend?
- Expand Your Network: Meet fellow professionals, exchange advice, and explore best practices.
- Share Experiences: Discuss the challenges and successes of leadership with others who understand your reality.
- Professional Development: Build meaningful connections that can support your career growth.
📅 June 19, 2025 | 9:00 to 10:30 (AT) | The Shoe and Canoe Public House 209 4 Avenue Southeast Calgary | Learn more and Register here
Register for the NMC Managers Connect event in Edmonton
The National Managers’ Community (NMC) is pleased to offer you a day of professional development and networking on June 24th in Edmonton.
The program includes a two-part coaching workshop for managers and supervisors facilitated by Susan Badame and Julie Wills, NMC Regional Leads, ICF Certified Coaches and Peer Coaching Circle Leaders.
Part 1 – Coaching Techniques to Move to Solutions: As managers and leaders, your team members look to you to address their workplace concerns and come up with concrete solutions for action. Join us for this focused session where we will introduce effective coaching techniques to help you and your team untangle workplace concerns and challenges constructively.
Part 2 – Peer Coaching for Effective Leadership: As managers, it can feel nearly impossible to find and make time for your own growth and learning. Join us for an insightful session where managers and leaders will experience firsthand the power of peer coaching circles. Through a live demonstration followed by hands-on practice, participants will engage in presenting real challenges they are facing.
In the afternoon, a panel of senior leaders will share their experiences and offer concrete perspectives relevant to the issues of today. Following this we will be presenting a session on Change Management with Chris Konski, Senior Regional Advisor, Change Management with PSPC. The only constant in our work is change. This presentation will touch on the skills needed and responsibilities leaders have in managing change in our organizations.
📅 June 24, 2025 | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (CDT) | Edmonton Unlimited 10107 Jasper Avenue Edmonton | Learn more and register here
Networking Breakfast in Edmonton
The National Managers’ Community is organizing a networking breakfast for supervisors and managers. Take a break from your day to connect with peers, expand your professional network, and share experiences in a relaxed setting—all while enjoying a meal!
Why Attend?
- Expand Your Network: Meet fellow professionals, exchange advice, and explore best practices.
- Share Experiences: Discuss the challenges and successes of leadership with others who understand your reality.
- Professional Development: Build meaningful connections that can support your career growth.
📅 June 25, 2025 | 9:00 to 10:30 (AT) | De Dutch 10030 Jasper Avenue Edmonton | Learn more and Register here
British Columbia & Yukon
Register for the NMC Managers Connect event in Vancouver
Join us for this full-day, in-person event about building Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and resilience, recognized by Forbes as the #1 leadership assets for 2024. The morning features an engaging session on EQ and resilience, followed by an afternoon panel of senior leaders sharing real stories and practical insights. Take advantage of this great opportunity to learn, develop and connect with others across the region. Come expand your leadership toolbox and strengthen your network.
📅 June 25, 2025 | 8:00 am to 4:00 p.m. (PDT) | Locations, details and registration here
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