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Celebrate the second annual Public Service Neurodiversity Week! - October 20-24, 2025 Public Service Neurodiversity Week (PSNW) is a Government of Canada-wide initiative led by Infinity – The Network for Neurodivergent Public Servants. Now in its second year, PSNW brings public servants together to raise awareness about neurodiversity in the workplace, celebrate the strengths of neurodivergent employees, and explore how we can build a more inclusive and accessible federal public service. This online resource hub provides up-to-date information about this year’s event, including: Registration Speaker and panelist bios Accessibility features Information resources for neurodiversity in the workplace PSNW 2025 is still in planning. We plan to have more information available about the specifics of the event by early September. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email infinite-infinity@pch.gc.ca. Goals Raise awareness about neurodiversity and the experiences of neurodivergent employees in the federal workplace Celebrate the contributions of neurodivergent public servants Promote conversations about cognitive accessibility in the workplace Encourage neuroinclusion across departments and agencies This year’s theme, Many minds, one mission, reminds us that our differences are a strength, and that when many minds work together, we build a stronger public service that delivers for Canadians. Why neurodiversity matters It’s estimated that 15–20% of people are neurodivergent. This includes individuals with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, non-verbal learning disabilities (NVLD), and other cognitive differences. Despite their skills and potential, neurodivergent people continue to face barriers to employment, advancement, and inclusion. According to the 2024 Public Service Employee Survey, about 3% of federal public servants self-identify as having a cognitive disability, and a further 3% self-identify as having a learning disability. As the largest employer in Canada, the federal public service has an opportunity to lead by example—by creating work environments where all public servants, including neurodivergent employees, can succeed and serve Canadians with excellence.