Regional Learning Days

This session will provide a high-level overview of the actors, processes and key instruments involved in executive decision-making in the federal government, with a focus on the dynamics between the executive branch (the Prime Minister and Cabinet) and federal organizations involved throughout this process.

This session will foster an understanding of reconciliation and the importance of building renewed relationships with Indigenous Peoples. It will address the professional development and training requirements outlined in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 57. Participants will learn about the impacts of residential schools, the rights of Indigenous Peoples, and the obligations of public servants in supporting reconciliation efforts.

This session will provide an interactive learning experience focused on decolonization. Participants will learn about the colonial legacy and its lasting impacts within the public service, and explore how they can contribute to advancing reconciliation by supporting efforts to decolonize mindsets and practices in their workplaces.

This session will explore the concepts of resiliency and change, highlighting their impact on personal and professional well-being. Participants will learn and discuss four practical resiliency strategies to manage uncertainty and adapt during challenging times, and will create a personalized action plan using these strategies to strengthen their resilience and navigate change with confidence.

This session will explore the Canadian context of equity, diversity, and inclusion through an interactive format, with a focus on unconscious bias and inclusive leadership. Participants will discover what it means to lead inclusively in today’s diverse society, recognize how unconscious bias and microaggressions can limit potential, and learn strategies to address them. The session will also encourage reflection on personal leadership journeys and inclusive values, while equipping participants with practical tools to drive meaningful change.

This session will provide an understanding of the current context and enablers of a digital government, introduce participants to the Government of Canada’s Digital Standards, offer opportunities to practise recognizing digital behaviours aligned with these standards, and demonstrate how to apply the Digital Standards in the context of their own work.

This session will help public service employees explore the drivers of change and turbulence in their work environments and reflect on their impacts. Participants will learn to interpret and respond to current challenges to improve performance and continue providing high-impact services to Canadians.