2019 Public Service Employee Survey Results for Library and Archives Canada by Question 112. What is your sexual orientation?

The results of the 2019 Public Service Employee Survey (PSES) are presented according to the numerical order of questions, grouped by section theme as they appeared in the questionnaire. 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.

Survey Themes

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My Job

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 Heterosexual 47 44 5 3 1 0 0 91 4 612
2019 Bisexual 38 48 3 8 3 0 0 85 11 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 33 44 5 14 4 0 0 77 17 149

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 Heterosexual 58 27 6 7 1 0 0 86 8 611
2019 Bisexual 78 22 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 55 33 5 4 3 0 0 87 7 149

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 Heterosexual 53 35 5 6 1 0 0 88 7 612
2019 Bisexual 35 42 11 9 3 0 0 77 11 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 46 37 6 7 4 0 0 83 11 147

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 Heterosexual 35 44 10 9 2 0 0 79 11 611
2019 Bisexual 36 36 11 11 6 0 0 72 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 29 42 10 13 5 1 0 72 19 147
2018 Heterosexual 29 52 11 6 2 0 0 81 7 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 65 23 7 0 5 0 0 88 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 27 44 10 16 3 0 0 71 19 116

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 Heterosexual 56 33 6 5 1 0 0 89 5 609
2019 Bisexual 40 34 9 17 0 0 0 74 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 38 40 12 8 1 1 0 78 10 146

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 Heterosexual 53 29 9 6 3 1 1 82 9 611
2019 Bisexual 46 29 11 11 3 0 0 75 14 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 47 32 10 6 4 1 1 80 10 148
2018 Heterosexual 50 34 9 4 2 0 0 85 6 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 34 49 6 6 0 6 0 88 6 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 39 36 14 5 5 2 0 76 10 117

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 Heterosexual 44 40 9 4 3 0 0 84 7 611
2019 Bisexual 37 42 12 9 0 0 0 79 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 44 33 13 8 1 0 0 78 10 148
2018 Heterosexual 41 40 10 6 2 0 0 82 8 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 50 39 6 0 5 0 0 89 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 34 44 12 6 3 0 1 79 9 116

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 Heterosexual 34 42 12 7 5 0 0 76 12 611
2019 Bisexual 24 41 17 9 9 0 0 65 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 37 34 12 7 9 1 0 71 16 149
2018 Heterosexual 34 36 14 10 5 0 0 70 16 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 63 19 12 0 6 0 0 82 6 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 25 34 18 12 10 1 0 60 22 117

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 Heterosexual 39 43 9 7 1 0 0 82 9 609
2019 Bisexual 38 28 17 14 3 0 0 65 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 38 40 10 9 3 0 1 78 11 147
2018 Heterosexual 37 44 12 5 2 0 0 81 8 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 61 22 11 0 5 0 0 83 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 32 43 11 7 7 0 0 74 15 117

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 Heterosexual 51 40 6 2 1 0 0 91 3 610
2019 Bisexual 53 26 12 5 3 0 0 79 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 50 36 7 5 2 0 0 86 7 149
2018 Heterosexual 51 38 8 2 1 0 0 89 3 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 67 22 6 0 5 0 0 89 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 46 43 4 6 0 0 0 90 6 117

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 Heterosexual 39 39 11 7 3 0 0 78 11 611
2019 Bisexual 32 33 18 8 9 0 0 65 18 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 40 29 12 9 9 1 0 70 18 149
2018 Heterosexual 32 43 13 8 4 0 0 75 12 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 53 36 6 0 5 0 0 89 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 31 36 10 8 13 2 0 68 22 116

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 Heterosexual 55 33 9 2 1 0 0 88 3 608
2019 Bisexual 52 31 14 3 0 0 0 83 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 56 33 8 1 2 0 0 89 3 147
2018 Heterosexual 53 33 10 3 1 0 0 86 3 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 67 28 0 0 5 0 0 95 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 60 33 5 2 0 0 0 93 2 116

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 Heterosexual 36 39 13 7 4 0 1 76 11 610
2019 Bisexual 37 25 14 14 9 0 0 63 23 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 37 33 8 11 10 1 0 71 22 149
2018 Heterosexual 31 44 13 8 5 0 0 75 12 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 49 46 0 0 5 0 0 95 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 33 36 14 11 5 1 0 70 17 117

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 Heterosexual 40 37 14 5 3 0 0 78 8 610
2019 Bisexual 35 27 18 8 12 0 0 62 20 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 42 30 13 5 10 0 0 73 14 149
2018 Heterosexual 37 38 15 6 3 0 0 75 10 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 43 41 10 0 5 0 0 85 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 35 30 16 6 10 2 0 67 16 114

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 Heterosexual 37 44 10 7 1 0 1 82 7 607
2019 Bisexual 29 24 18 23 6 0 0 53 29 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 37 35 12 12 3 1 0 73 15 149
2018 Heterosexual 34 45 13 6 2 0 0 80 7 486
2018 Gay or lesbian 38 45 6 12 0 0 0 82 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 23 41 19 10 7 0 0 64 17 116

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 Heterosexual 47 38 9 4 1 1 0 86 5 610
2019 Bisexual 49 34 8 5 3 0 0 83 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 45 39 9 7 1 0 0 83 8 148
2018 Heterosexual 47 40 8 4 2 0 0 86 5 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 67 17 6 5 5 0 0 84 10 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 38 43 14 3 2 0 1 81 5 117

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 Heterosexual 49 31 11 5 3 0 1 81 8 606
2019 Bisexual 49 17 19 9 3 0 3 69 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 49 32 11 4 2 0 2 82 7 147
2018 Heterosexual 46 33 11 7 2 1 0 80 9 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 25 47 11 5 11 0 0 72 17 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 44 37 13 4 1 0 1 81 6 117

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 Heterosexual 5 19 37 26 12 0 0 39 24 612
2019 Bisexual 9 12 42 14 19 5 0 34 22 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 7 12 39 26 14 2 1 41 19 149
2018 Heterosexual 4 20 44 21 10 1 1 31 24 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 11 52 31 5 0 0 36 11 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 4 25 35 28 6 2 0 35 29 117

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 Heterosexual 4 9 25 34 23 3 1 60 14 608
2019 Bisexual 15 5 23 31 21 5 0 54 21 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 5 16 24 27 21 2 4 51 23 147
2018 Heterosexual 4 11 37 29 16 3 1 46 16 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 6 23 30 25 15 0 65 7 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 6 12 33 33 13 4 0 48 18 117

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 Heterosexual 11 19 31 19 15 3 2 36 31 610
2019 Bisexual 3 14 42 20 13 5 3 36 18 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 9 15 35 22 13 2 3 38 25 149
2018 Heterosexual 7 22 36 22 8 3 1 32 31 494
2018 Gay or lesbian 11 11 30 14 17 17 0 37 27 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 14 22 33 20 8 3 1 28 37 116

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 Heterosexual 3 12 26 36 21 0 1 58 16 611
2019 Bisexual 6 5 23 31 26 8 0 63 13 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 3 11 28 32 22 1 3 57 14 148
2018 Heterosexual 2 12 31 35 18 1 1 54 14 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 5 42 22 30 0 0 52 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 1 11 31 40 14 3 0 56 12 115

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 Heterosexual 9 17 30 22 18 1 2 42 27 610
2019 Bisexual 12 17 17 25 24 5 0 52 30 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 14 16 27 19 19 1 3 40 32 148
2018 Heterosexual 11 22 34 20 11 1 2 32 34 494
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 36 22 38 4 0 0 42 36 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 15 23 31 17 9 4 2 27 39 116

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 Heterosexual 5 12 29 27 20 4 3 50 19 609
2019 Bisexual 9 22 19 22 23 5 0 47 33 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 7 17 25 24 21 1 5 48 26 148
2018 Heterosexual 7 17 28 29 15 4 1 46 24 494
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 12 41 22 15 11 0 41 14 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 9 11 32 29 13 3 2 44 22 117

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
(%)		 Never/Almost never
(%)		 Don't know
(%)		 Not applicable
(%)		 Positive answers
(%)		 Negative answers
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 8 19 34 20 15 1 2 36 28 608
2019 Bisexual 8 19 41 12 13 5 0 27 30 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 12 17 31 22 11 1 4 36 31 149
2018 Heterosexual 8 19 38 22 10 3 1 33 28 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 12 22 28 26 12 0 0 38 34 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 12 25 31 18 10 2 1 29 38 117

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 Heterosexual 8 17 43 20 10 0 1 31 25 611
2019 Bisexual 9 23 36 17 13 3 0 31 32 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 12 18 39 21 7 1 1 29 31 148
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My Work Unit

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 Heterosexual 68 21 5 5 1 0 0 89 6 611
2019 Bisexual 68 29 0 3 0 0 0 97 3 35
2019 Prefer not to answer 64 26 5 4 1 0 1 90 5 149

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 Heterosexual 31 33 15 7 4 8 4 72 12 610
2019 Bisexual 22 36 6 5 14 14 2 70 23 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 31 27 14 5 8 6 9 69 15 148
2018 Heterosexual 25 37 18 9 4 5 2 67 14 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 37 17 25 10 0 6 5 60 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 22 35 13 16 4 9 1 63 22 115

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 Heterosexual 51 33 6 5 4 0 0 84 9 611
2019 Bisexual 49 30 0 5 12 0 3 82 18 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 44 34 6 8 6 1 1 79 14 148
2018 Heterosexual 47 34 7 8 3 1 0 82 12 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 58 38 5 0 0 0 0 95 0 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 41 29 13 11 3 3 0 72 14 116

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 Heterosexual 53 34 7 5 1 0 0 87 6 607
2019 Bisexual 58 25 2 6 9 0 0 83 15 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 50 37 5 7 1 0 0 87 8 149
2018 Heterosexual 48 38 8 4 2 0 0 87 5 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 60 27 13 0 0 0 0 87 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 48 37 8 4 2 1 0 85 7 116

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 Heterosexual 45 40 10 3 2 1 0 85 5 608
2019 Bisexual 43 34 12 12 0 0 0 77 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 43 32 15 7 2 1 0 76 9 149
2018 Heterosexual 38 45 10 4 0 2 1 85 4 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 54 46 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 37 38 17 3 3 2 0 77 6 116
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My 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 Heterosexual 49 26 11 3 4 1 6 82 7 607
2019 Bisexual 46 24 8 6 5 3 7 78 13 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 48 26 13 4 4 1 3 77 9 149

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 Heterosexual 44 33 12 5 3 1 1 79 9 609
2019 Bisexual 32 30 18 11 9 0 0 62 20 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 43 32 13 3 8 0 1 76 11 148
2018 Heterosexual 43 37 10 6 3 0 0 81 9 494
2018 Gay or lesbian 65 24 4 6 0 0 0 90 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 38 33 19 6 3 0 1 71 9 116

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 Heterosexual 53 28 10 4 3 1 0 83 7 609
2019 Bisexual 54 22 9 3 8 3 0 78 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 49 27 12 5 4 2 0 78 9 149
2018 Heterosexual 52 31 9 3 2 2 1 85 5 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 45 28 15 4 4 3 1 76 9 115

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 Heterosexual 52 29 9 6 3 0 1 81 9 610
2019 Bisexual 49 31 5 8 6 0 0 80 15 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 49 27 8 11 4 0 1 76 15 148
2018 Heterosexual 50 31 8 6 3 0 0 82 10 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 82 12 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 44 28 13 11 3 0 1 73 15 115

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 Heterosexual 83 12 2 2 1 0 0 96 2 604
2019 Bisexual 75 19 3 3 0 0 0 94 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 84 14 1 1 1 0 0 97 2 148

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 Heterosexual 59 24 5 3 3 1 4 88 7 610
2019 Bisexual 69 11 6 6 5 3 0 82 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 60 22 7 4 3 1 3 85 8 149

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 Heterosexual 66 20 8 2 2 1 0 87 5 610
2019 Bisexual 57 25 11 3 3 0 0 82 7 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 58 25 10 3 4 1 0 84 7 149
2018 Heterosexual 58 28 7 3 2 1 0 87 5 494
2018 Gay or lesbian 81 12 6 0 0 0 0 94 0 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 51 26 12 4 3 3 1 80 7 115

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 Heterosexual 56 27 8 5 3 0 0 84 8 607
2019 Bisexual 47 32 11 0 9 0 0 79 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 51 29 9 6 6 0 0 80 12 148
2018 Heterosexual 53 30 8 6 3 0 0 83 9 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 82 12 0 6 0 0 0 94 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 43 30 16 7 3 0 2 74 9 116

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 Heterosexual 21 45 20 9 2 1 1 68 12 132
2019 Prefer not to answer 20 47 11 16 6 0 0 67 22 27
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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 Heterosexual 33 34 15 6 2 9 0 74 9 604
2019 Bisexual 36 43 6 9 3 3 0 81 13 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 24 34 16 10 4 13 0 66 16 148
2018 Heterosexual 27 40 16 6 3 8 0 73 10 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 42 22 24 12 0 0 0 64 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 25 26 19 11 12 7 0 55 25 117

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 Heterosexual 29 38 17 7 4 4 0 70 12 605
2019 Bisexual 28 42 17 13 0 0 0 70 13 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 23 33 18 11 8 6 1 61 20 149
2018 Heterosexual 28 39 17 9 4 3 0 68 14 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 42 29 17 12 0 0 0 71 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 20 35 13 15 15 2 0 56 31 115

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 Heterosexual 20 35 23 9 4 8 0 61 14 604
2019 Bisexual 18 34 23 15 0 9 0 58 16 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 17 31 19 13 9 11 1 54 24 148
2018 Heterosexual 18 36 21 12 5 6 0 58 19 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 25 28 18 17 0 11 0 60 20 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 10 36 20 14 14 5 0 49 30 115

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 Heterosexual 22 39 18 12 5 3 0 63 18 605
2019 Bisexual 21 38 15 11 13 3 0 60 24 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 15 34 18 15 10 8 1 53 28 149
2018 Heterosexual 20 36 21 12 8 3 0 58 21 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 35 29 23 7 6 0 0 64 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 14 37 17 12 17 2 0 52 30 117

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 Heterosexual 63 27 7 1 1 1 0 91 2 611
2019 Bisexual 68 22 6 3 0 0 0 91 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 63 20 8 4 1 3 1 87 5 147
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My Organization (Department or Agency)

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 Heterosexual 36 49 9 4 2 1 0 86 5 609
2019 Bisexual 39 35 18 5 0 3 0 76 6 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 31 44 13 6 3 3 0 77 9 149
2018 Heterosexual 34 46 13 5 1 1 0 81 5 487
2018 Gay or lesbian 58 18 24 0 0 0 0 76 0 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 21 43 19 12 4 1 0 64 16 116

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 Heterosexual 18 40 23 10 5 4 0 60 16 607
2019 Bisexual 15 38 14 9 18 5 0 57 29 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 14 41 16 18 6 5 1 58 25 149

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 Heterosexual 28 39 15 9 4 5 0 71 14 610
2019 Bisexual 23 31 14 17 11 3 0 56 29 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 26 29 20 11 3 9 1 62 16 149
2018 Heterosexual 26 41 15 10 5 3 1 70 15 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 47 29 11 0 0 6 6 87 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 15 34 21 12 6 8 3 56 20 117

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 Heterosexual 28 38 24 5 2 3 0 68 7 611
2019 Bisexual 26 36 17 18 0 3 0 64 18 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 26 38 21 8 2 4 0 67 10 148
2018 Heterosexual 25 44 21 7 2 2 0 70 9 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 31 35 23 0 5 0 6 69 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 13 38 26 9 5 8 0 56 16 116

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 Heterosexual 19 27 21 10 8 12 2 54 22 610
2019 Bisexual 13 28 27 3 18 11 0 46 23 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 17 26 19 7 12 14 5 53 24 148
2018 Heterosexual 17 29 22 11 7 12 2 53 21 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 15 29 17 12 7 15 5 55 24 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 8 25 28 9 15 14 2 38 29 117

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 Heterosexual 26 38 17 9 6 4 0 67 16 610
2019 Bisexual 42 32 2 12 9 3 0 76 22 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 25 33 13 16 9 4 1 60 26 148
2018 Heterosexual 23 40 18 10 6 3 0 65 16 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 31 40 22 7 0 0 0 72 7 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 12 35 24 10 14 3 1 49 25 117

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 Heterosexual 22 29 16 16 12 3 3 53 30 611
2019 Bisexual 28 38 14 8 8 3 0 68 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 16 24 19 14 18 3 6 44 35 149
2018 Heterosexual 16 32 17 19 14 1 2 49 34 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 31 16 6 18 11 12 6 57 35 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 13 22 25 15 21 2 2 36 37 116

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 Heterosexual 59 20 9 5 3 0 4 83 8 612
2019 Bisexual 52 28 9 0 0 3 8 90 0 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 59 19 8 5 2 1 5 84 8 149

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 Heterosexual 66 11 8 3 3 1 9 85 6 611
2019 Bisexual 71 12 6 0 3 3 5 91 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 58 13 7 1 4 2 14 85 6 148

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 Heterosexual 56 21 11 5 2 1 3 81 7 611
2019 Bisexual 55 26 3 3 3 5 5 90 7 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 51 21 12 3 2 5 6 81 5 149

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 Heterosexual 52 20 11 6 3 4 4 79 9 611
2019 Bisexual 52 20 6 6 3 5 8 83 10 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 50 19 10 3 4 7 8 81 8 147

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 Heterosexual 56 16 10 5 5 4 5 79 11 607
2019 Bisexual 59 20 5 6 0 5 5 88 6 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 56 13 7 2 6 7 8 82 10 148

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 Heterosexual 69 13 7 4 2 2 4 86 6 611
2019 Bisexual 74 10 5 0 3 3 5 91 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 66 10 9 1 1 5 8 87 3 148

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 Heterosexual 81 6 3 1 2 2 4 93 3 605
2019 Bisexual 73 8 6 0 0 5 8 93 0 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 76 6 0 3 2 4 8 94 6 149

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 Heterosexual 83 5 2 1 1 1 8 96 2 607
2019 Bisexual 68 5 6 0 0 6 14 92 0 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 75 7 1 1 1 1 14 95 3 147

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 Heterosexual 25 42 20 6 3 4 0 70 10 610
2019 Bisexual 31 32 17 6 5 8 0 69 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 20 41 14 10 7 7 1 66 18 148
2018 Heterosexual 22 45 20 6 4 4 1 69 10 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 32 58 6 0 0 4 0 94 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 16 36 27 9 8 3 2 54 17 117

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 Heterosexual 39 42 12 4 1 2 0 82 6 609
2019 Bisexual 37 42 3 13 0 5 0 84 13 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 32 45 10 6 6 3 0 78 12 149
2018 Heterosexual 40 45 10 3 0 2 0 87 3 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 48 40 12 0 0 0 0 88 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 29 40 20 5 4 2 1 70 9 117

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 Heterosexual 41 35 15 3 0 5 0 81 4 610
2019 Bisexual 37 32 8 15 3 3 3 73 19 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 30 44 11 3 4 8 0 80 8 148
2018 Heterosexual 37 44 13 2 1 3 0 84 3 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 52 17 13 12 0 6 0 73 13 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 21 43 21 7 3 6 0 68 10 115

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 Heterosexual 55 33 7 3 1 1 0 89 5 611
2019 Bisexual 64 20 12 0 4 0 0 84 4 35
2019 Prefer not to answer 47 34 8 4 6 1 0 82 11 149
2018 Heterosexual 51 39 7 2 1 0 0 90 3 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 70 30 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 31 45 13 7 4 0 1 77 10 116

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 Heterosexual 46 35 11 4 3 0 0 81 8 610
2019 Bisexual 46 22 25 0 6 0 0 69 6 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 39 34 15 6 6 0 0 73 12 149
2018 Heterosexual 43 33 16 6 2 0 0 76 7 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 43 35 17 6 0 0 0 78 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 25 34 22 8 10 1 0 60 17 116

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 Heterosexual 44 37 11 5 3 1 0 81 8 607
2019 Bisexual 39 34 15 6 7 0 0 73 13 35
2019 Prefer not to answer 43 33 12 9 5 0 0 75 13 148
2018 Heterosexual 43 35 14 6 1 0 0 79 7 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 55 34 6 6 0 0 0 89 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 26 39 18 8 9 0 1 66 16 117

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 Heterosexual 45 27 14 7 5 3 0 74 12 610
2019 Bisexual 40 26 8 9 6 5 6 74 17 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 40 24 16 4 9 5 2 69 14 148
2018 Heterosexual 44 29 14 6 4 3 0 75 11 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 50 6 11 23 5 4 0 59 29 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 28 28 27 4 9 3 1 58 13 117
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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 Heterosexual 22 44 34 612
2019 Bisexual 17 52 32 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 26 37 36 149
2018 Heterosexual 19 46 35 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 34 41 25 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 19 39 42 116

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
2019 Heterosexual 16 30 31 2 16 5 140
2019 Prefer not to answer 19 15 32 3 22 10 40
2018 Heterosexual 24 31 31 4 1 10 96
2018 Prefer not to answer 28 18 41 0 4 9 22
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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 Heterosexual 30 48 10 7 2 2 1 81 9 609
2019 Bisexual 36 32 13 13 3 2 0 70 16 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 32 49 10 5 1 2 2 84 5 149

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 Heterosexual 58 27 7 0 0 5 2 91 1 608
2019 Bisexual 52 20 6 6 3 13 0 83 10 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 48 29 8 3 2 8 2 85 5 148
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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 Heterosexual 9 91 611
2019 Prefer not to answer 7 93 148
2018 Heterosexual 8 92 493
2018 Prefer not to answer 13 87 113

Question 59a. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Co-workers
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 67 33 55
2019 Prefer not to answer 53 47 11
2018 Heterosexual 58 42 39

Question 59b. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 44 56 55
2018 Heterosexual 48 52 39

Question 59c. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11
2018 Heterosexual 13 87 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 0 100 15

Question 59d. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Individuals for whom I have a custodial responsibility (e.g., inmates, offenders, patients, detainees)
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 55
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 0 100 15

Question 59e. From whom did you experience harassment on the job? Individuals from other departments or agencies
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11
2018 Prefer not to answer 0 100 15

Question 60a. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Aggressive behaviour
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 38 62 54
2018 Heterosexual 25 75 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 54 46 15

Question 60b. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Excessive control
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 32 68 54
2018 Heterosexual 40 60 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 34 66 15

Question 60c. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Being excluded or being ignored

Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 38 62 54
2019 Prefer not to answer 55 45 11
2018 Heterosexual 46 54 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 46 54 15

Question 60d. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Humiliation
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 19 81 54
2018 Heterosexual 29 71 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 32 68 15

Question 60e. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Interference with work or withholding resources
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 28 72 54
2018 Heterosexual 34 66 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 35 65 15

Question 60f. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Offensive remark
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 58 42 54
2018 Heterosexual 49 51 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 53 47 15

Question 60g. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Personal attack
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 32 68 54
2018 Heterosexual 33 67 39

Question 60h. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Physical violence
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 54
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 39
2018 Prefer not to answer 0 100 15

Question 60i. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Sexual comment or gesture
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11

Question 60k. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Unfair treatment
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 27 73 54
2019 Prefer not to answer 58 42 11
2018 Heterosexual 47 53 39

Question 60l. Please indicate the nature of the harassment you experienced. Yelling or shouting
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 17 83 54
2018 Heterosexual 23 77 39

Question 61a. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I discussed the matter with my supervisor or a senior manager.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 62 38 53
2018 Heterosexual 58 42 38
2018 Prefer not to answer 59 41 15

Question 61b. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I discussed the matter with the person(s) from whom I experienced the harassment.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 17 83 53
2018 Heterosexual 24 76 38

Question 61c. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I contacted a human resources advisor in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 13 87 53
2018 Heterosexual 17 83 38

Question 61e. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I used an informal conflict resolution process.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11
2018 Prefer not to answer 0 100 15

Question 61g. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I resolved the matter informally on my own.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 12 88 53
2019 Prefer not to answer 0 100 11

Question 61h. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? Other
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 10 90 53

Question 61i. What action(s) did you take to address the harassment you experienced? I took no action.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 27 73 53
2018 Heterosexual 27 73 38

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 Heterosexual 12 88 611
2019 Prefer not to answer 12 88 147

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 Heterosexual 15 18 18 6 3 30 10 55 15 609
2019 Bisexual 8 8 20 15 8 31 10 27 39 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 11 13 13 4 8 38 13 49 24 148
2018 Heterosexual 16 16 19 7 4 31 7 51 18 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 13 17 25 0 0 44 0 55 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 8 14 22 7 7 32 10 37 24 116

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 Heterosexual 29 37 16 3 3 11 1 75 7 611
2019 Bisexual 26 23 8 14 6 22 0 63 27 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 24 39 15 6 5 9 1 71 13 149
2018 Heterosexual 28 33 17 6 3 13 0 71 10 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 37 24 22 0 0 17 0 74 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 16 27 24 6 8 16 2 53 18 117
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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
2019 Heterosexual 3 97 610
2019 Bisexual 14 86 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 4 96 148
2018 Heterosexual 4 96 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 100 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 7 93 114

Question 67a. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? Co-workers
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 31 69 19
2018 Heterosexual 24 76 19

Question 67b. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? Individuals with authority over me
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 71 29 19
2018 Heterosexual 70 30 19

Question 67c. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? Individuals working for me
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 67d. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? Individuals for whom I have a custodial responsibility (e.g., inmates, offenders, patients, detainees)
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 67g. From whom did you experience discrimination on the job? Other
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 68e. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. Age
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 26 74 19

Question 68f. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. Sex
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 27 73 19

Question 68h. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. Gender identity or expression (including gender diverse identities or expressions such as transgender, two-spirit, or non-binary)
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 68k. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. Genetic characteristics (including a requirement to undergo a genetic test, or disclose the results of a genetic test)
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 68m. Please indicate the type of discrimination you experienced. Pardoned conviction or suspended record
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 69c. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? I contacted a human resources advisor in my department or agency.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 69e. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? I used an informal conflict resolution process.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 69f. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? I filed a grievance or formal complaint.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 69g. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? I resolved the matter informally on my own.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 69i. What action(s) did you take to address the discrimination you experienced? I took no action.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 58 42 19
2018 Heterosexual 41 59 19

Question 70a. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? The issue was resolved.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 70d. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? The individual apologized.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17

Question 70e. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? Management intervened.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17

Question 70f. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? The individual left or changed jobs.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 70k. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? I was advised against filing a complaint.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 70l. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? I was afraid of reprisal (e.g., having limited career advancement, being labelled a troublemaker).
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 37 63 17
2018 Heterosexual 31 69 19

Question 70m. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? Someone threatened me.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17
2018 Heterosexual 0 100 19

Question 70n. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? I did not believe it would make a difference.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 73 27 17
2018 Heterosexual 57 43 19

Question 70o. Why did you not file a grievance or formal complaint about the discrimination you experienced? I intend to file a grievance or a formal complaint but I have not done so yet.
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 0 100 17

Question 71. Having carefully read the definition of discrimination, have you directly witnessed discrimination on the job in the past 12 months?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 5 95 612
2019 Prefer not to answer 3 97 149

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 Heterosexual 16 17 18 2 1 36 10 60 5 609
2019 Bisexual 16 3 18 8 6 44 5 36 28 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 12 12 16 1 4 44 11 52 12 149
2018 Heterosexual 16 16 23 2 1 38 5 55 6 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 8 24 23 0 0 45 0 58 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 8 15 27 3 3 36 9 41 10 116

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 Heterosexual 31 37 14 2 1 12 2 79 4 609
2019 Bisexual 23 23 6 21 0 28 0 64 28 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 24 39 17 5 2 11 2 73 8 148
2018 Heterosexual 28 32 20 4 1 14 0 71 6 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 37 30 16 0 0 17 0 80 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 16 28 29 4 3 18 2 56 8 117
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Stress and Well-Being

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 Heterosexual 38 28 17 10 7 0 1 67 17 611
2019 Bisexual 29 26 22 15 9 0 0 55 23 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 35 31 17 10 5 1 1 67 16 148
2018 Heterosexual 31 31 19 8 9 1 1 63 17 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 42 17 24 11 6 0 0 59 17 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 28 25 24 10 11 1 1 54 22 117

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 Heterosexual 25 28 26 12 8 0 1 54 20 611
2019 Bisexual 35 14 33 9 9 0 0 49 18 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 28 37 17 8 10 0 1 65 18 148
2018 Heterosexual 19 29 29 14 8 0 1 49 22 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 16 43 29 12 0 0 16 41 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 17 33 30 14 5 1 1 51 19 117

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 Heterosexual 36 28 23 8 4 0 1 66 12 608
2019 Bisexual 48 22 12 16 3 0 0 70 19 35
2019 Prefer not to answer 38 34 16 6 3 0 3 74 10 148
2018 Heterosexual 29 30 24 11 4 1 2 60 15 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 31 29 22 11 6 0 0 60 18 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 32 33 20 8 3 1 3 67 12 116

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 Heterosexual 24 26 22 14 12 1 1 51 27 611
2019 Bisexual 40 11 24 8 17 0 0 51 25 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 29 23 21 10 16 1 1 53 26 148
2018 Heterosexual 19 26 26 17 11 1 1 45 28 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 6 43 16 17 18 0 0 49 35 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 21 20 24 20 11 0 4 43 32 117

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 Heterosexual 63 19 7 3 2 0 6 88 5 609
2019 Bisexual 64 17 5 3 3 0 8 88 6 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 63 15 7 2 1 1 12 89 3 146
2018 Heterosexual 57 19 10 3 2 0 9 83 6 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 78 0 16 0 0 0 6 83 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 52 21 11 1 3 0 12 83 5 117

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 Heterosexual 39 31 16 7 6 0 1 71 13 610
2019 Bisexual 55 18 16 0 11 0 0 72 11 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 38 35 15 7 5 1 0 73 12 147
2018 Heterosexual 35 32 19 7 6 0 1 67 13 495
2018 Gay or lesbian 31 22 29 5 13 0 0 53 18 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 28 32 23 6 9 0 3 61 16 115

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 Heterosexual 35 33 20 7 4 1 1 69 10 608
2019 Bisexual 39 24 17 20 0 0 0 62 20 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 33 29 20 10 5 1 1 64 16 148
2018 Heterosexual 28 36 23 7 4 0 1 65 11 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 39 22 34 5 0 0 0 61 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 27 32 19 13 6 0 3 60 20 117

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 Heterosexual 31 37 19 9 4 0 1 68 13 610
2019 Bisexual 32 28 26 9 6 0 0 59 15 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 30 35 18 9 6 0 2 66 16 148
2018 Heterosexual 27 37 21 11 3 0 1 65 14 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 11 51 14 17 6 0 0 62 24 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 23 33 24 13 3 1 3 58 17 117

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 Heterosexual 38 33 16 8 4 0 1 71 12 609
2019 Bisexual 40 29 6 17 8 0 0 69 25 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 40 31 15 9 4 0 1 72 13 148
2018 Heterosexual 33 34 19 9 3 1 1 68 12 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 49 34 11 0 6 0 0 83 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 32 25 24 12 7 0 1 57 19 117

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 Heterosexual 51 26 10 6 5 1 1 78 11 608
2019 Bisexual 39 35 14 3 9 0 0 74 12 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 50 26 6 9 5 1 2 79 15 148

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 Heterosexual 39 33 16 7 3 0 1 73 11 606
2019 Bisexual 25 42 24 9 0 0 0 67 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 36 31 23 7 3 0 0 67 10 146
2018 Heterosexual 32 35 21 7 3 1 1 68 11 484
2018 Gay or lesbian 49 40 6 6 0 0 0 89 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 39 26 21 9 2 0 2 67 12 116

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 Heterosexual 60 25 10 3 2 0 1 86 5 610
2019 Bisexual 49 26 14 5 3 0 3 77 8 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 57 28 6 4 3 0 1 86 8 146
2018 Heterosexual 59 23 11 4 1 0 1 83 5 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 83 17 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 50 30 5 4 7 0 4 84 11 117

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 Heterosexual 81 9 2 2 1 0 5 94 3 608
2019 Bisexual 76 5 6 0 0 3 10 93 0 35
2019 Prefer not to answer 77 11 3 1 0 1 6 95 1 148
2018 Heterosexual 80 10 2 1 1 0 5 95 2 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 82 0 6 0 0 5 7 93 0 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 67 16 4 0 5 1 6 90 6 117

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 Heterosexual 79 10 5 2 3 1 2 91 4 609
2019 Bisexual 75 16 0 3 6 0 0 91 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 82 5 5 2 3 0 3 90 5 147
2018 Heterosexual 77 9 5 3 2 1 4 90 5 486
2018 Gay or lesbian 88 7 0 5 0 0 0 95 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 62 17 9 3 2 1 6 85 6 116

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 Heterosexual 54 27 12 3 2 0 1 83 5 606
2019 Bisexual 60 25 5 9 0 0 0 86 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 53 30 10 3 3 0 1 83 6 147
2018 Heterosexual 52 29 11 4 3 0 1 82 7 492
2018 Gay or lesbian 41 30 18 0 11 0 0 70 11 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 43 35 11 8 2 0 3 80 9 116

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 Heterosexual 68 17 8 4 2 0 1 85 7 606
2019 Bisexual 63 19 9 6 3 0 0 82 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 67 15 5 5 7 1 1 83 11 146
2018 Heterosexual 62 20 8 4 4 0 1 83 8 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 71 24 0 0 5 0 0 95 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 48 24 11 10 4 1 3 75 14 116

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 Heterosexual 61 9 4 2 1 0 23 92 4 604
2019 Bisexual 46 9 0 3 0 0 42 95 5 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 60 13 2 0 1 0 24 96 2 147
2018 Heterosexual 55 12 6 2 2 0 23 88 5 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 59 6 6 0 5 0 23 85 7 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 50 10 3 3 1 0 34 91 5 114

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 Heterosexual 69 17 7 1 1 0 5 90 2 609
2019 Bisexual 63 14 5 0 6 0 12 87 7 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 63 18 10 1 1 0 7 88 2 148
2018 Heterosexual 67 17 8 2 1 0 5 89 3 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 66 22 0 5 0 0 7 94 6 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 60 16 11 5 0 0 9 83 6 116

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 Heterosexual 72 13 6 3 4 0 2 86 7 609
2019 Bisexual 52 21 8 5 8 0 6 77 14 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 65 17 6 2 5 1 5 86 7 148
2018 Heterosexual 67 15 6 4 5 1 2 85 8 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 83 12 0 5 0 0 0 95 5 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 58 16 6 7 3 2 10 82 11 116

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 Heterosexual 53 27 10 4 3 1 2 82 8 607
2019 Bisexual 50 23 21 0 3 0 3 76 3 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 46 33 12 4 1 0 3 82 6 148
2018 Heterosexual 49 29 12 5 2 0 2 80 8 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 44 40 12 0 4 0 0 84 4 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 41 34 15 2 4 0 5 79 5 116

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 Heterosexual 21 36 33 10 1 0 0 56 11 610
2019 Bisexual 13 38 25 15 9 0 0 51 24 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 18 41 28 10 4 0 0 59 13 149
2018 Heterosexual 16 37 36 8 4 0 0 52 12 493
2018 Gay or lesbian 7 43 37 13 0 0 0 50 13 16
2018 Prefer not to answer 9 39 39 11 2 0 0 48 13 116

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 Heterosexual 5 16 34 28 17 0 0 45 22 605
2019 Bisexual 12 19 34 17 19 0 0 35 31 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 7 18 35 27 12 1 0 39 26 149
2018 Heterosexual 6 12 38 28 16 0 0 44 18 488
2018 Gay or lesbian 0 30 28 35 7 0 0 41 30 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 4 22 48 19 7 1 0 26 26 116

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 Heterosexual 24 40 20 8 3 5 1 67 12 611
2019 Bisexual 10 35 17 21 5 11 0 52 29 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 19 44 21 9 3 4 0 66 12 148
2018 Heterosexual 24 45 18 7 1 4 0 72 9 489
2018 Gay or lesbian 25 41 6 11 0 17 0 80 13 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 13 41 18 13 7 9 0 58 22 116

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 Heterosexual 28 40 18 8 4 2 0 69 12 609
2019 Bisexual 13 30 26 14 12 6 0 46 27 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 21 38 19 7 9 5 0 62 18 146
2018 Heterosexual 25 44 16 10 3 3 0 70 14 490
2018 Gay or lesbian 19 40 17 12 0 12 0 67 13 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 12 36 21 14 10 6 0 51 26 116
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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 Heterosexual 12 88 610
2019 Bisexual 20 80 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 12 88 149

Question 80. Were any measures taken to accommodate your needs?
Survey year Demographic Yes
(%)		 No
(%)		 Total responses
2019 Heterosexual 79 21 74
2019 Prefer not to answer 75 25 17

Question 81. I am satisfied with the measures that were taken to accommodate my needs.
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 Heterosexual 60 24 7 5 2 0 2 86 7 58
2019 Prefer not to answer 64 22 0 15 0 0 0 85 15 13
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Compensation

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 Heterosexual 39 34 14 7 5 1 0 39 61 609
2019 Bisexual 32 34 13 18 0 2 0 33 67 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 33 35 16 6 3 5 3 35 65 148
2018 Heterosexual 40 28 16 8 5 2 0 41 59 491
2018 Gay or lesbian 27 47 15 5 6 0 0 27 73 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 42 27 15 10 5 2 0 42 58 117

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 Heterosexual 52 48 364
2019 Bisexual 39 61 23
2019 Prefer not to answer 46 54 88

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 Heterosexual 69 31 362
2019 Bisexual 60 40 23
2019 Prefer not to answer 62 38 86
2018 Heterosexual 67 33 279
2018 Prefer not to answer 59 41 68

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 Heterosexual 21 29 14 15 9 1 11 57 27 362
2019 Bisexual 26 30 13 12 19 0 0 56 31 23
2019 Prefer not to answer 16 24 19 13 16 1 12 45 33 86
2018 Heterosexual 27 33 16 11 7 1 5 63 19 282
2018 Prefer not to answer 11 34 12 18 16 0 9 49 38 68

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 Heterosexual 9 16 14 11 18 2 31 38 42 361
2019 Bisexual 14 10 14 18 18 4 21 32 48 22
2019 Prefer not to answer 9 9 12 19 14 3 34 29 52 85
2018 Heterosexual 10 11 16 8 15 4 37 36 38 279
2018 Prefer not to answer 3 11 13 8 16 7 42 27 47 68

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 Heterosexual 47 18 12 7 7 0 8 71 16 603
2019 Bisexual 46 14 23 6 3 0 8 66 9 36
2019 Prefer not to answer 40 16 13 8 6 3 12 67 17 147
2018 Heterosexual 46 16 14 7 8 1 8 68 17 487
2018 Gay or lesbian 52 16 14 11 0 0 6 73 12 17
2018 Prefer not to answer 45 14 12 8 8 2 12 69 18 117
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