2019 Public Service Employee Survey Results by Theme for Department of National Defence by Question 94. Please indicate your occupational group and level. Occupational group and level - SO

The results of the 2019 Public Service Employee Survey (PSES) are presented by key people management themes (i.e., employee engagement, leadership, workforce, workplace). Results are not shown when there is no historical comparison, or when there is an insufficient number of responses.

Note: Due to rounding, percentages may not add to 100. Results have been adjusted for non-response to better represent the target population. Therefore, percentages should not be used to determine the number of respondents within a response category. Positive answers and Negative answers are calculated by removing the "Don't know" and "Not applicable" responses from the total responses.

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Employee engagement

Question 7. I get a sense of satisfaction from my work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 39 17 11 6 0 0 67 17 18
2017 SO 45 23 23 5 5 0 0 68 9 22
2014 SO 40 37 12 3 9 0 0 77 12 35
2011 SO 29 46 11 11 3 0 0 74 14 35
2011 SO-04 0 70 10 20 0 0 0 70 20 10

Question 11. Overall, I feel valued at work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 28 17 11 17 0 0 56 28 18
2018 SO 40 30 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10
2017 SO 41 23 23 0 14 0 0 64 14 22

Question 12. I am proud of the work that I do.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 65 18 12 0 6 0 0 82 6 17
2018 SO 70 20 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10
2017 SO 64 32 5 0 0 0 0 95 0 22
2014 SO 74 20 3 3 0 0 0 94 3 35
2011 SO 54 29 11 3 0 0 3 85 3 35
2011 SO-04 50 30 10 0 0 0 10 89 0 10

Question 16. Overall, I like my job.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 28 17 0 0 0 0 83 0 18
2018 SO 70 30 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 10
2017 SO 77 14 9 0 0 0 0 91 0 22
2014 SO 58 34 6 0 3 0 0 91 3 35
2011 SO 49 34 11 3 3 0 0 83 6 35
2011 SO-04 50 20 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10

Question 51. I would recommend my department or agency as a great place to work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 39 6 22 6 0 0 67 28 18
2018 SO 30 10 30 20 10 0 0 40 30 10
2017 SO 18 41 14 9 18 0 0 59 27 22
2014 SO 26 40 9 5 20 0 0 66 25 35
2011 SO 14 43 20 9 11 3 0 59 21 35
2011 SO-04 10 50 30 10 0 0 0 60 10 10

Question 52. I am satisfied with my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 11 28 22 6 0 0 44 28 18
2018 SO 20 40 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10
2017 SO 27 23 18 14 18 0 0 50 32 22
2014 SO 23 37 12 11 17 0 0 60 28 35
2011 SO 26 34 17 9 11 3 0 62 21 35
2011 SO-04 40 30 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10

Question 53. I would prefer to remain with my department or agency, even if a comparable job was available elsewhere in the federal public service.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 39 28 17 6 6 6 0 71 12 18
2018 SO 30 20 30 10 10 0 0 50 20 10
2017 SO 41 9 18 14 14 5 0 52 29 22
2014 SO 40 14 23 6 14 0 3 56 20 35
2011 SO 31 29 14 6 17 3 0 62 24 35
2011 SO-04 50 20 20 0 10 0 0 70 10 10
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Leadership

Immediate supervisor

Question 24. My immediate supervisor encourages me to work collaboratively with others outside of my work unit.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 22 39 0 6 0 6 53 6 18

Question 26. I can count on my immediate supervisor to keep his or her promises.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 11 17 28 11 0 0 44 39 18
2017 SO 23 27 9 18 18 5 0 52 38 22
2014 SO 43 23 14 3 17 0 0 66 20 35
2011 SO 50 15 15 6 15 0 0 65 21 34

Question 27. My immediate supervisor keeps me informed about the issues affecting my work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 33 17 11 11 0 0 61 22 18
2017 SO 27 27 23 5 18 0 0 55 23 22
2014 SO 43 23 14 3 17 0 0 66 20 35
2011 SO 35 35 15 3 9 0 3 73 12 34

Question 31. I am satisfied with the quality of supervision I receive.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 22 28 11 6 0 6 53 18 18
2017 SO 41 18 32 0 9 0 0 59 9 22
2014 SO 37 37 9 3 14 0 0 75 17 35

Senior management

Question 34. Senior managers in my department or agency lead by example in ethical behaviour.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 6 39 11 17 17 11 0 50 38 18
2018 SO 10 40 10 10 10 20 0 63 25 10
2017 SO 18 32 9 14 27 0 0 50 41 22
2014 SO 20 34 12 6 29 0 0 54 35 35
2011 SO 15 29 32 6 12 6 0 47 19 34
2011 SO-04 20 30 20 10 0 20 0 63 13 10

Question 35. I have confidence in the senior management of my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 6 33 17 22 22 0 0 39 44 18
2018 SO 0 50 20 20 10 0 0 50 30 10
2017 SO 14 32 18 14 23 0 0 45 36 22
2014 SO 20 29 11 12 29 0 0 49 40 35
2011 SO 15 21 26 15 24 0 0 35 38 34
2011 SO-04 20 30 30 20 0 0 0 50 20 10

Question 36. Senior management in my department or agency makes effective and timely decisions.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 11 28 22 28 0 0 22 50 18
2018 SO 10 20 20 20 20 10 0 33 44 10
2017 SO 14 23 18 23 23 0 0 36 45 22
2014 SO 6 23 23 19 29 0 0 29 48 35
2011 SO 12 18 21 12 29 9 0 32 45 34
2011 SO-04 20 10 30 10 10 20 0 38 25 10

Question 37. Essential information flows effectively from senior management to staff.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 6 22 22 28 6 0 24 53 18
2018 SO 20 20 10 20 30 0 0 40 50 10
2017 SO 9 18 23 18 32 0 0 27 50 22
2014 SO 9 29 17 25 20 0 0 37 45 35
2011 SO 15 21 27 18 12 6 0 39 32 33
2011 SO-04 20 10 40 10 0 20 0 38 13 10
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Workforce

Performance management

Question 8. I receive meaningful recognition for work well done.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 28 22 11 11 0 0 56 22 18
2017 SO 18 36 23 9 14 0 0 55 23 22
2014 SO 20 35 14 11 20 0 0 55 31 35
2011 SO 23 37 20 11 9 0 0 60 20 35
2011 SO-04 40 20 20 20 0 0 0 60 20 10

Question 9. I have clear work objectives.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 28 6 17 6 0 0 72 22 18
2017 SO 45 32 9 9 5 0 0 77 14 22

Question 25. I receive useful feedback from my immediate supervisor on my job performance.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 17 28 11 17 0 6 41 29 18
2017 SO 18 41 18 5 14 0 5 62 19 22
2014 SO 40 23 12 14 11 0 0 63 25 35
2011 SO 18 53 15 0 12 0 3 73 12 34

Job fit and development

Question 4. I get the training I need to do my job.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 39 11 17 6 0 0 67 22 18
2017 SO 23 41 14 14 9 0 0 64 23 22
2014 SO 23 26 23 19 9 0 0 49 28 35
2011 SO 31 34 17 9 6 0 3 68 15 35
2011 SO-04 50 20 20 0 0 0 10 78 0 10

Question 44. My department or agency does a good job of supporting employee career development.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 17 28 17 22 0 0 33 39 18
2018 SO 20 40 10 10 20 0 0 60 30 10
2017 SO 23 9 23 32 14 0 0 32 45 22
2014 SO 20 37 9 12 22 0 0 58 34 35
2011 SO 17 37 9 20 14 3 0 56 35 35
2011 SO-04 20 50 20 0 0 10 0 78 0 10

Question 45. I believe I have opportunities for promotion within my department or agency, given my education, skills and experience.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 22 22 6 17 0 11 50 25 18
2018 SO 10 10 20 0 30 0 30 29 43 10
2017 SO 32 18 9 18 23 0 0 50 41 22
2014 SO 21 36 15 18 11 0 0 56 29 34
2011 SO 20 29 20 9 23 0 0 49 31 35
2011 SO-04 10 50 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10

Question 46a. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Conflict between my work obligations and my family or personal obligations

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 61 22 11 0 6 0 0 83 6 18

Question 46b. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Lack of access to language training in my second official language

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 78 0 0 0 6 0 17 93 7 18

Question 46c. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Lack of access to learning opportunities

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 39 22 17 6 11 0 6 65 18 18

Question 46d. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Lack of access to developmental programs

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 17 11 11 11 0 6 65 24 18

Question 46e. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Lack of opportunities in my region

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 11 6 11 6 6 17 71 21 18

Question 46f. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Level of education

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 6 11 0 11 6 11 73 13 18

Question 46g. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Discrimination

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 78 6 0 0 6 6 6 94 6 18

Question 46h. To what extent have the following adversely affected your career progress in the federal public service over the last 12 months? Accessibility or accommodation issues

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 67 0 6 0 11 0 17 80 13 18

Empowerment

Question 13. I have opportunities to provide input into decisions that affect my work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 24 29 18 18 12 0 0 53 29 17
2018 SO 30 50 10 0 10 0 0 80 10 10
2017 SO 23 45 14 5 14 0 0 68 18 22
2014 SO 26 51 9 3 12 0 0 77 14 35
2011 SO 29 31 17 11 11 0 0 60 23 35
2011 SO-04 20 30 30 10 10 0 0 50 20 10

Question 14. I am encouraged to be innovative or to take initiative in my work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 28 22 11 11 0 0 56 22 18
2018 SO 30 30 30 0 10 0 0 60 10 10
2017 SO 23 32 23 5 18 0 0 55 23 22
2014 SO 32 37 14 8 9 0 0 69 17 35

Question 15. I have support at work to provide a high level of service.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 28 22 17 6 0 0 56 22 18
2018 SO 40 20 10 20 10 0 0 60 30 10
2017 SO 18 45 14 9 14 0 0 64 23 22
2014 SO 29 32 28 3 9 0 0 60 12 35
2011 SO 29 31 31 3 3 0 3 62 6 35
2011 SO-04 30 40 20 0 0 0 10 78 0 10

Question 47. I feel I would be supported by my department or agency if I proposed a new idea.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 33 17 11 11 6 0 59 24 18
2018 SO 10 40 30 0 20 0 0 50 20 10
2017 SO 27 23 9 18 14 9 0 55 35 22

Work-life balance and workload

Question 6. I have support at work to balance my work and personal life.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 17 11 11 6 0 0 72 17 18
2017 SO 32 36 5 5 23 0 0 68 27 22
2014 SO 37 37 9 6 11 0 0 75 17 35
2011 SO 26 37 26 3 6 3 0 65 9 35
2011 SO-04 40 30 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10

Question 17. I can complete my assigned workload during my regular working hours.

Survey year Demographic Always/almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 47 12 12 6 6 0 18 71 14 17
2018 SO 50 30 0 20 0 0 0 80 20 10
2017 SO 33 33 14 5 5 0 10 74 11 21
2014 SO 29 48 17 3 0 0 3 79 3 35
2011 SO 37 51 9 0 0 0 3 91 0 35
2011 SO-04 30 50 10 0 0 0 10 89 0 10

Question 29. Subject to operational requirements, my immediate supervisor supports the use of flexible work arrangements (e.g., flexible hours, compressed workweeks, telework).

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 11 28 0 11 0 28 46 15 18
2017 SO 27 9 18 5 18 0 23 47 29 22
2014 SO 23 17 20 3 22 0 14 47 29 35
2011 SO 26 20 23 3 9 0 20 57 14 35
2011 SO-04 40 30 20 0 0 0 10 78 0 10

Mobility and retention

Question 54. Do you intend to leave your current position in the next two years?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Not sure
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 39 39 22 18
2018 SO 40 30 30 10
2017 SO 27 32 41 22
2014 SO 31 37 32 35
2011 SO 17 51 31 35
2011 SO-04 0 60 40 10

Question 55. Please indicate your reason for leaving.

Survey year Demographic To retire
(%)
To pursue another position within my department or agency
(%)
To pursue a position in another department or agency
(%)
To pursue a position outside the federal public service
(%)
End of my term, casual or student employment
(%)
Other
(%)
Total responses
2014 SO 65 9 16 9 9999 0 11
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Workplace

Organizational goals

Question 10. I know how my work contributes to the achievement of my department's or agency's goals.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 50 22 6 17 6 0 0 72 22 18
2018 SO 70 20 0 0 0 0 10 100 0 10
2017 SO 64 27 5 0 5 0 0 91 5 22
2014 SO 45 37 9 3 6 0 0 83 9 35
2011 SO 49 34 11 3 3 0 0 83 6 35
2011 SO-04 50 20 20 10 0 0 0 70 10 10

Question 39. My department or agency does a good job of communicating its vision, mission and goals.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 11 39 22 11 0 6 24 35 18
2018 SO 10 20 40 10 20 0 0 30 30 10
2017 SO 5 36 32 5 18 0 5 43 24 22
2014 SO 12 35 17 19 17 0 0 46 37 35
2011 SO 18 38 21 9 9 3 3 59 19 34
2011 SO-04 20 40 20 0 0 10 10 75 0 10

Organizational performance

Question 18a. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... constantly changing priorities.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 22 17 33 6 0 11 44 38 18
2018 SO 10 40 30 10 0 0 10 11 56 10
2017 SO 23 14 41 5 14 0 5 19 38 22
2014 SO 17 17 23 23 19 0 0 42 35 35
2011 SO 14 11 31 26 11 0 6 39 27 35
2011 SO-04 0 0 40 30 10 0 20 50 0 10

Question 18b. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... lack of stability in my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 17 44 11 6 0 6 18 35 18
2017 SO 23 27 14 23 9 0 5 33 52 22
2014 SO 20 20 32 12 14 0 3 26 41 35
2011 SO 14 20 29 20 11 0 6 33 36 35
2011 SO-04 0 10 20 30 20 0 20 63 13 10

Question 18c. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... too many approval stages.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 33 28 0 6 0 6 6 65 18
2018 SO 40 10 30 0 10 0 10 11 56 10
2017 SO 14 27 36 9 5 0 9 15 45 22
2014 SO 17 29 32 9 11 0 3 20 47 35
2011 SO 26 34 17 9 9 0 6 18 64 35
2011 SO-04 20 20 30 0 10 0 20 13 50 10

Question 18d. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... unreasonable deadlines.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 11 6 39 11 0 22 64 29 18
2018 SO 10 10 40 10 10 0 20 25 25 10
2017 SO 5 9 14 41 9 0 23 65 18 22
2014 SO 9 6 35 26 19 0 6 48 15 35
2011 SO 3 14 29 26 17 0 11 48 19 35
2011 SO-04 0 0 30 20 10 0 40 50 0 10

Question 18e. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... having to do the same or more work, but with fewer resources.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 6 22 11 17 0 11 31 44 18
2018 SO 20 20 40 0 20 0 0 20 40 10
2017 SO 36 14 23 9 9 0 9 20 55 22
2014 SO 14 23 35 19 6 0 3 26 38 35
2011 SO 17 26 23 14 11 0 9 28 47 35
2011 SO-04 0 40 20 10 10 0 20 25 50 10

Question 18f. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... high staff turnover.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 17 33 11 22 0 6 35 29 18
2018 SO 30 40 20 10 0 0 0 10 70 10
2017 SO 29 14 14 29 14 0 0 43 43 21
2014 SO 3 9 32 25 26 0 6 54 12 35
2011 SO 3 29 26 20 17 0 6 39 33 35
2011 SO-04 0 10 30 30 10 0 20 50 13 10

Question 18g. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... overly complicated or unnecessary business processes.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
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Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
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Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 22 17 11 6 0 11 19 63 18
2018 SO 50 30 10 0 10 0 0 10 80 10
2017 SO 45 18 9 9 9 0 9 20 70 22
2014 SO 14 26 23 17 9 0 12 28 46 35

Question 18h. I feel that the quality of my work suffers because of... Unreliable technology.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 17 28 11 6 0 6 18 53 18

Question 40. I feel that change is managed well in my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 22 22 22 22 0 0 33 44 18

Respectful workplace

Question 21. In my work unit, every individual is accepted as an equal member of the team.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 17 17 17 22 0 0 44 39 18
2017 SO 27 23 5 14 32 0 0 50 45 22
2014 SO 29 23 23 12 14 0 0 52 25 35

Question 22. In my work unit, individuals behave in a respectful manner.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 28 17 17 17 0 0 50 33 18
2017 SO 27 27 5 23 18 0 0 55 41 22
2014 SO 20 35 23 12 11 0 0 55 22 35

Question 23. The people I work with value my ideas and opinions.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 11 22 11 17 0 6 47 29 18

Question 48. I think that my department or agency respects individual differences (e.g., culture, work styles, ideas).

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 22 17 17 11 6 0 53 29 18
2018 SO 30 30 40 0 0 0 0 60 0 10
2017 SO 27 18 36 9 9 0 0 45 18 22
2014 SO 37 32 17 2 9 3 0 71 11 35
2011 SO 26 21 24 9 6 15 0 55 17 34
2011 SO-04 20 40 20 0 0 20 0 75 0 10

Question 49. My department or agency implements activities and practices that support a diverse workplace.

A diverse workplace includes everyone, regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, religion, age, language, culture, background, interests, views or other dimensions.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 11 22 17 11 6 0 47 29 18
2018 SO 40 30 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10
2017 SO 36 27 14 14 5 5 0 67 19 22
2014 SO 29 40 14 6 0 12 0 77 7 35

Question 50. Overall, my department or agency treats me with respect.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 39 33 11 11 6 0 0 72 17 18
2018 SO 50 30 10 10 0 0 0 80 10 10
2017 SO 27 36 18 9 9 0 0 64 18 22
2014 SO 43 26 9 19 3 0 0 69 22 35
2011 SO 35 38 15 3 6 3 0 76 9 34
2011 SO-04 40 50 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10

Ethical workplace

Question 20. I am satisfied with how interpersonal issues are resolved in my work unit.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 0 28 11 22 28 6 6 31 56 18
2017 SO 14 23 23 5 36 0 0 36 41 22
2014 SO 27 21 18 6 29 0 0 47 35 34

Question 41. If I am faced with an ethical dilemma or a conflict between values in the workplace, I know where I can go for help in resolving the situation.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 28 11 11 22 6 6 50 38 18
2018 SO 10 30 40 10 10 0 0 40 20 10
2017 SO 32 23 18 0 18 9 0 60 20 22
2014 SO 35 40 14 6 6 0 0 75 12 35
2011 SO 31 34 20 9 3 0 3 68 12 35
2011 SO-04 40 30 10 20 0 0 0 70 20 10

Question 42. My department or agency does a good job of promoting values and ethics in the workplace.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 33 28 6 17 0 0 50 22 18
2018 SO 0 30 40 10 20 0 0 30 30 10

Question 43. I feel I can initiate a formal recourse process (e.g., grievance, complaint, appeal) without fear of reprisal.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 50 17 11 11 6 6 0 71 18 18
2018 SO 20 20 40 10 10 0 0 40 20 10
2017 SO 32 9 18 14 27 0 0 41 41 22
2014 SO 32 23 17 14 14 0 0 55 28 35
2011 SO 21 21 32 15 9 3 0 42 24 34
2011 SO-04 40 0 20 20 10 10 0 44 33 10

Physical environment and equipment

Question 1. I have the materials and equipment I need to do my job.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 33 28 11 11 17 0 0 61 28 18
2017 SO 9 59 5 14 14 0 0 68 27 22
2014 SO 20 55 9 8 9 0 0 75 17 35
2011 SO 23 49 9 6 11 0 3 74 18 35
2011 SO-04 30 50 10 10 0 0 0 80 10 10

Question 3. My physical environment (e.g., office, workspace) is suitable for my job requirements.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 29 35 18 18 0 0 0 65 18 17
2017 SO 27 41 9 9 14 0 0 68 23 22
2014 SO 40 25 12 12 12 0 0 65 23 35
2011 SO 37 40 11 6 6 0 0 77 11 35
2011 SO-04 30 40 30 0 0 0 0 70 0 10

Question 5. I have the information, training and equipment I need to ensure my health and safety at work.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 28 6 17 6 0 0 72 22 18
2017 SO 41 41 9 5 5 0 0 82 9 22
2014 SO 48 37 3 6 6 0 0 86 12 35

Use of official languages

Question 2. When I prepare written materials, including emails, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 83 17 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 18
2017 SO 77 9 9 0 0 5 0 90 0 22
2014 SO 86 6 6 0 0 0 3 94 0 35
2011 SO 63 11 11 3 0 3 9 84 3 35
2011 SO-04 70 10 10 0 0 0 10 89 0 10

Question 19. During meetings in my work unit, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 72 17 6 0 0 0 6 94 0 18
2017 SO 73 0 18 0 0 5 5 80 0 22
2014 SO 77 9 3 3 0 0 9 94 3 35
2011 SO 63 9 9 0 3 3 14 86 3 35
2011 SO-04 70 0 10 0 0 0 20 88 0 10

Question 28. When I communicate with my immediate supervisor, I feel free to use the official language of my choice.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 72 17 6 0 0 0 6 94 0 18
2017 SO 77 5 14 0 0 5 0 86 0 22
2014 SO 72 11 9 0 0 0 9 91 0 35
2011 SO 65 6 12 0 3 3 12 83 3 34

Question 38. Senior managers in my department or agency use both official languages in their interactions with employees.

Survey year Demographic Always/almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 0 11 6 6 33 22 22 20 70 18

Collective agreements and terms and conditions of employment

Question 56. I am familiar with the provisions of my collective agreement or my terms and conditions of employment.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 50 39 6 6 0 0 0 89 6 18

Question 57. My immediate supervisor respects the provisions of my collective agreement or my terms and conditions of employment.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 17 11 11 6 0 0 72 17 18

Harassment

Harassment is normally a series of incidents, but it can be one severe incident that has a lasting impact on the individual.
Harassment is any improper conduct by an individual that is directed at and offensive to another individual in the workplace, including at any event or any location related to work, and that the individual knew or ought reasonably to have known would cause offence or harm. It comprises objectionable act(s), comment(s) or display(s) that demean, belittle, or cause personal humiliation or embarrassment, and any act of intimidation or threat. It also includes harassment within the meaning of the Canadian Human Rights Act (i.e., based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test), disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered).

Question 58. Having carefully read the definition of harassment, have you been the victim of harassment on the job in the past 12 months?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 72 18

Question 63. Having carefully read the definition of harassment, have you directly witnessed harassment on the job in the past 12 months?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 72 18

Question 64. I am satisfied with how matters related to harassment are resolved in my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 22 17 17 17 6 6 44 38 18
2018 SO 30 20 20 20 10 0 0 50 30 10
2017 SO 23 9 32 14 23 0 0 32 36 22
2014 SO 26 20 26 14 14 0 0 46 28 35

Question 65. My department or agency works hard to create a workplace that prevents harassment.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 33 17 11 11 0 0 61 22 18
2018 SO 30 40 10 10 10 0 0 70 20 10
2017 SO 23 23 27 9 14 5 0 48 24 22
2014 SO 32 23 20 14 12 0 0 55 25 35
2011 SO 34 26 17 11 9 3 0 62 21 35
2011 SO-04 20 40 10 20 0 10 0 67 22 10

Discrimination

Discrimination means treating someone differently or unfairly because of a personal characteristic or distinction,which, whether intentional or not, has an effect that imposes disadvantages not imposed on others or that withholds or limits access that is given to others. There are 13 prohibited grounds of discrimination under the Canadian Human Rights Act (i.e., based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test), disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered).

Question 66. Having carefully read the definition of discrimination, have you been the victim of discrimination on the job in the past 12 months?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2018 SO 0 100 10

Question 72. I am satisfied with how matters related to discrimination are resolved in my department or agency.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 11 28 6 6 11 11 50 14 18
2018 SO 20 20 40 0 0 20 0 50 0 10
2017 SO 18 18 32 14 5 14 0 42 21 22
2014 SO 32 29 26 3 3 5 3 66 6 35

Question 73. My department or agency works hard to create a workplace that prevents discrimination.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 22 11 11 6 6 0 71 18 18
2018 SO 20 40 30 0 0 10 0 67 0 10
2017 SO 27 18 32 5 9 9 0 50 15 22
2014 SO 37 26 9 12 3 14 0 73 17 35
2011 SO 46 26 17 6 0 6 0 76 6 35
2011 SO-04 40 40 20 0 0 0 0 80 0 10

Duty to accommodate

The duty to accommodate refers to the employer’s obligation to eliminate disadvantages to employees, prospective employees or clients that result from a rule, practice or physical barrier that has or that may have an adverse impact on individuals or groups protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act or identified as a designated group under the Employment Equity Act. It applies to all grounds of discrimination covered by the Canadian Human Rights Act (i.e., race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test), disability or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. Employers must provide accommodation up to the point of undue hardship, taking into account essential job requirements.

Question 79. Having carefully read the definition of duty to accommodate, have you requested measures to accommodate your needs in the workplace in the last two years?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 83 18
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Workplace well-being

A psychologically healthy workplace

Question 30. My immediate supervisor seems to care about me as a person.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 39 28 17 6 6 6 0 71 12 18
2017 SO 45 27 9 0 18 0 0 73 18 22

Question 33. I am equipped to support employees in my work unit who are experiencing mental health issues. (for supervisors)

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 14 36 14 7 29 0 0 50 36 14

Question 77. My department or agency does a good job of raising awareness of mental health in the workplace.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 28 33 17 6 17 0 0 61 22 18
2018 SO 30 20 30 10 10 0 0 50 20 10
2017 SO 5 23 55 5 14 0 0 27 18 22

Question 78. I would describe my workplace as being psychologically healthy.

A psychologically healthy workplace is one that promotes employees’ psychological well-being and actively works to prevent harm to employee psychological health due to negligent, reckless or intentional acts.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 6 28 22 22 0 0 28 44 18
2018 SO 30 20 20 10 20 0 0 50 30 10
2017 SO 5 27 18 18 27 5 0 33 48 22

Work-related stress

Question 74a. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Pay or other compensation-related issues

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 17 11 6 50 0 0 33 56 18
2018 SO 0 10 30 10 50 0 0 10 60 10
2017 SO 9 14 14 18 45 0 0 23 64 22

Question 74b. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Heavy workload

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 50 28 0 0 11 0 11 88 13 18
2018 SO 40 20 10 20 10 0 0 60 30 10
2017 SO 48 14 24 10 0 5 0 65 10 21

Question 74c. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Unreasonable deadlines

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 50 22 6 0 11 0 11 81 13 18
2018 SO 30 20 10 10 10 0 20 63 25 10
2017 SO 48 33 10 5 5 0 0 81 10 21

Question 74d. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Not enough employees to do the work

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 17 22 33 6 22 0 0 39 28 18
2018 SO 10 10 10 40 30 0 0 20 70 10
2017 SO 10 38 5 5 43 0 0 48 48 21

Question 74e. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Overtime or long work hours

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 61 11 17 0 6 0 6 76 6 18
2018 SO 40 30 20 10 0 0 0 70 10 10
2017 SO 43 24 14 5 5 0 10 74 11 21

Question 74f. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Balancing work and personal life

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 11 17 0 6 0 11 75 6 18
2018 SO 40 10 30 0 10 0 10 56 11 10
2017 SO 24 33 14 10 5 0 14 67 17 21

Question 74g. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Lack of control or input in decision-making

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 35 29 12 18 6 0 0 65 24 17
2018 SO 30 60 0 10 0 0 0 90 10 10
2017 SO 32 41 0 9 14 0 5 76 24 22

Question 74h. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Competing or constantly changing priorities

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 41 24 6 6 6 6 12 79 14 17
2018 SO 40 30 0 20 10 0 0 70 30 10
2017 SO 41 18 9 18 9 0 5 62 29 22

Question 74i. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Lack of clear expectations

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 53 18 0 18 12 0 0 71 29 17
2018 SO 40 20 20 10 10 0 0 60 20 10
2017 SO 41 23 23 5 5 0 5 67 10 22

Question 74j. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Lack of recognition

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 56 17 11 0 17 0 0 72 17 18

Question 74k. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Information overload

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 76 12 0 0 12 0 0 88 12 17
2018 SO 50 0 20 10 10 0 10 56 22 10
2017 SO 57 14 5 5 14 0 5 75 20 21

Question 74l. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Physical work environment

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 71 18 6 0 6 0 0 88 6 17
2018 SO 30 60 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 10
2017 SO 48 43 10 0 0 0 0 90 0 21

Question 74m. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Accessibility or accommodation issues

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 76 0 6 6 6 0 6 81 13 17
2018 SO 70 10 10 0 0 0 10 89 0 10

Question 74n. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Harassment or discrimination

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 78 11 0 0 6 0 6 94 6 18
2017 SO 73 5 0 5 14 5 0 81 19 22

Question 74o. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Issue(s) with my co-worker(s)

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 59 18 24 0 0 0 0 76 0 17
2017 SO 57 33 0 10 0 0 0 90 10 21

Question 74p. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Issue(s) with individual(s) with authority over me

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 71 0 29 0 0 0 0 71 0 17
2017 SO 55 18 5 5 18 0 0 73 23 22

Question 74q. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Issue(s) with individual(s) working for me

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 65 24 12 0 0 0 0 88 0 17
2017 SO 67 24 5 5 0 0 0 90 5 21

Question 74r. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Issue(s) with other individual(s) (e.g., members of the public, individuals from other departments or agencies)

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 76 18 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 17
2017 SO 71 19 0 5 0 0 5 95 5 21

Question 74s. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Lack of job security

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 76 12 0 0 0 0 12 100 0 17
2017 SO 68 5 5 9 5 5 5 80 15 22

Question 74t. Overall, to what extent do the following factors cause you stress at work? Personal issues

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 59 18 12 0 0 0 12 87 0 17
2017 SO 57 24 0 5 0 0 14 94 6 21

Question 75. Overall, my level of work-related stress is...

Survey year Demographic Very low
(%)
Low
(%)
Moderate
(%)
High
(%)
Very High
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 22 33 33 0 11 0 0 56 11 18
2018 SO 30 10 40 10 0 10 0 44 11 10
2017 SO 23 23 36 14 5 0 0 45 18 22

Question 76. After my workday, I feel emotionally drained.

Survey year Demographic Always/Almost always
(%)
Often
(%)
Sometimes
(%)
Rarely
(%)
Never/Almost never
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 11 11 39 17 17 0 6 35 24 18
2018 SO 10 20 30 10 30 0 0 40 30 10
2017 SO 14 9 50 14 14 0 0 27 23 22
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Compensation

Pay or other compensation issues

Question 82. To what extent has your pay or other compensation been affected by issues with the Phoenix pay system?

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 6 6 22 17 44 0 6 6 94 18
2018 SO 0 30 10 20 40 0 0 0 100 10
2017 SO 9 0 32 27 27 5 0 10 90 22

Of those who indicated that their pay or other compensation had been affected from "a small extent" to "a very large extent":

Question 83. Have you experienced any new pay or other compensation issues over the last 12 months?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 81 19 16

Of those who indicated that their pay or other compensation had been affected from "a small extent" to "a very large extent":

Question 84. Have all your pay or other compensation issues been resolved?

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)
No
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 13 88 16
2018 SO 40 60 10

Question 87. To what extent have issues with the Phoenix pay system affected your decision to seek or accept another position (e.g., deployment, promotion, secondment, assignment, acting assignment) within your organization or the federal public service?

Survey year Demographic Not at all
(%)
To a small extent
(%)
To a moderate extent
(%)
To a large extent
(%)
To a very large extent
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 44 17 11 11 11 0 6 65 24 18
2018 SO 30 20 0 10 30 10 0 56 44 10

Support to resolve pay or other compensation issues

Of those who indicated that their pay or other compensation had been affected from "a small extent" to "a very large extent":

Question 85. I am satisfied with the support (e.g., regular information, follow-up, making enquiries on my behalf, offering emergency or priority pay) I received from my department or agency to help resolve my pay or other compensation issues.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 13 13 6 31 31 0 6 27 67 16
2018 SO 10 30 0 20 30 0 10 44 56 10
2017 SO 0 11 5 21 47 11 5 13 81 19

Of those who indicated that their pay or other compensation had been affected from "a small extent" to "a very large extent":

Question 86. I am satisfied with the support I received from the Pay Centre to help resolve my pay or other compensation issues.

Survey year Demographic Strongly agree
(%)
Somewhat agree
(%)
Neither agree nor disagree
(%)
Somewhat disagree
(%)
Strongly disagree
(%)
Don't know
(%)
Not applicable
(%)
Positive answers
(%)
Negative answers
(%)
Total responses
2019 SO 0 19 6 19 56 0 0 19 75 16
2018 SO 0 20 0 10 60 10 0 22 78 10
2017 SO 5 11 5 11 63 5 0 17 78 19
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