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| | ===The Role of Managers Throughout the Procurement Process=== | | ===The Role of Managers Throughout the Procurement Process=== |
| − | The Office of Public Service Accessibility (OPSA) at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat has launched the [https://www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Workplace_Inclusion_and_Accessibility_Centre_(WIAC,_OPSA,_TBS)/Centre_d%E2%80%99inclusion_et_d%E2%80%99accessibilit%C3%A9_en_milieu_de_travail_(CIAMT,_BAFP,_SCT)?setlang=en&uselang=en#Section_Four:_Service_Dog_Resources GC Service Dog Toolkit], a new resource to help organizations create inclusive and barrier-free workplaces for employees with service dogs.
| + | This event recording presents the federal government's procurement process and highlights the roles and responsibilities of managers in collaborating with functional experts to meet operational needs while adhering to policies, values and ethics principles. |
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| − | Here are three key reminders for managers:
| + | [https://www. csps-efpc.gc.ca/ video/ managers-procurement-process- eng. aspx The Role of Managers Throughout the Procurement Process (FON1- V55)]<div style="text-align: right;"> |
| − | #'''Service dogs are part of a duty to accommodate.''' They are trained to assist individuals with disabilities and provide essential support.
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| − | #'''Not all disabilities are visible.''' While the service dog is visible, an employee’s disability may not be. Respect employee privacy and confidentiality throughout the accommodation process.
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| − | #'''Foster an inclusive environment.''' Notify your team in advance, use signage, share etiquette tips, and balance all accommodation needs (e.g., allergies, phobias) through collaboration.
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| − | *Access the [https://www.gcpedia.gc.ca/wiki/Workplace_Inclusion_and_Accessibility_Centre_(WIAC,_OPSA,_TBS)/Centre_d%E2%80%99inclusion_et_d%E2%80%99accessibilit%C3%A9_en_milieu_de_travail_(CIAMT,_BAFP,_SCT)#Section_Four:_Service_Dog_Resources GC Service Dog Toolkit] on GCpedia
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| − | For questions, contact your departmental accessibility specialist or email OPSA at [Mailto:AccessibilityPassport.Passeportdaccessibilite@tbs- sct. gc.ca AccessibilityPassport.Passeportdaccessibilite@tbs- sct.gc.ca] .<div style="text-align: right;"> | |
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