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The material on this page applies to staffing actions begun on or after December 31, 2005. For more information on old appointment policies and resources, please visit http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/centres/old_psea_e.htm.

Appointment Framework - Overview

Under the new Public Service Employment Act (PSEA), the Public Service Commission (PSC) has the authority to make appointments to and within the public service. While the PSC delegates many of its appointment authorities, the Act provides that these be delegated to deputy heads, and through them, to the lowest level possible within the public service.

The PSC has developed an appointment framework with three components:

This framework will guide deputy heads in building their own staffing systems adapted to their needs and in ensuring that they respect legislative requirements and core values.

   
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