CSPS Transitions of Government

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Annotated Reading List: Transitions of Government


At the request of the Privy Council Office, the Canada School of the Public Service (CSPS) has identified recommended readings related to the management of transitions of government. This list supplements Deputy Minister and senior leader learning events to be held by CSPS in 2019.

The selected readings examine both political and public service perspectives on transition and draw on experiences from past transitions within Canada and abroad. In the case of longer pieces, shorter excerpts focusing on aspects most relevant to public servants are provided.

For ease of reference, readings have been organized by: the federal experience; other Canadian/provincial experiences; and, international experience.


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