The FB Collective Agreement of 2014: Understanding its Impact
The FB Collective Agreement of 2014 is a critical document that governs the terms and conditions of employment for nearly 40,000 federal public service employees in Canada. Negotiated by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS), the agreement established new rules for salaries, benefits, pensions, and other benefits.
One of the most significant changes introduced in the agreement was a revised pay scale, which replaced the previous system of incremental increases with a new four-step system. Under the new pay scale, employees are eligible for a salary increase when they reach specific milestones in their careers, such as completing a certain number of years of service or achieving certain performance targets.
Another important feature of the FB Collective Agreement of 2014 was a new pension plan that replaced the previous defined benefit plan. The new plan, known as the Shared Risk Plan, is a defined contribution plan that requires employers and employees to contribute to a shared fund that is used to provide a pension for retired employees.
The agreement also introduced changes to the sick leave and disability benefits programs. Under the new system, employees are entitled to 15 days of sick leave per year, with a maximum carryover of 120 days. In addition, the agreement established a new short-term disability plan that provides benefits to employees who are unable to work due to a medical condition or injury.
The FB Collective Agreement of 2014 also introduced a number of changes to the performance management system used by federal public service employees. The new system, known as the Performance Management Program (PMP), is designed to help managers and employees set goals, monitor performance, and provide feedback on a regular basis.
Finally, the agreement established new provisions related to workplace health and safety, including the right to refuse unsafe work and the requirement for employers to conduct regular hazard assessments.
Overall, the FB Collective Agreement of 2014 had a significant impact on the federal public service in Canada. By introducing new rules for pay, benefits, pensions, and performance management, the agreement aimed to provide employees with greater stability and security in their jobs, while also ensuring that federal departments and agencies were equipped to deliver high-quality services to Canadians.
