Commissioner's update for correctional employees: September 15, 2025

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

As we approach September 30, a significant date on our calendar, I want to take a moment to reflect on the importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This date serves as a powerful reminder of the tragic and painful history of residential schools and the impact it continues to have on Indigenous peoples.

In the spirit of awareness and unity, we also observe Orange Shirt Day, an Indigenous-led grassroots commemorative event. This day sheds light on the inter-generational effects of residential schools at the individual, family, and community levels, emphasizing the principle that "Every Child Matters." Both Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation provide us with a unique opportunity to deepen our understanding of residential schools and to foster meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities.

I want to express my sincere appreciation for the invaluable contributions made by CSC Indigenous employees, Elders, contractors, the National Indigenous Advisory Committee, the National Elders Working Group, and our dedicated stakeholders.

CSC will be hosting several national events virtually and I encourage you to participate in these events throughout the week. I also ask for managers and supervisors to allow time for their employees to attend these educational and essential events as part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation.

Let us stand together in our shared commitment to truth, reconciliation, and progress.

GCWCC Opening Ceremony

I was happy to hear that many participated in CSC’s Government of Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign opening ceremony, last week. I know that some of you also attended the event virtually. It is always wonderful to see you support this meaningful initiative.

Throughout the years, CSC employees have been very generous towards the campaign, both through donations and by volunteering time. It is truly inspiring to see you give back to your communities. Your contributions help build stronger, healthier communities across the country.

A special thanks to those who organized this great launch. Stay tuned for more activities.

Ed McIsaac Human Rights in Corrections Award

The Office of the Correctional Investigator (OCI) is seeking nominations for the 2025 Ed McIsaac Human Rights in Corrections Award.

The award honours those who demonstrate a lifelong commitment to improving corrections and protecting the human rights of incarcerated persons in Canada.

Nominees should have:

• leadership in human rights and corrections throughout their career.
• significantly improved the treatment of offenders in Canada and consequently public safety.
• demonstrated leadership, creativity, cooperation, and hard work in advancing social justice in corrections.
• created effective partnerships with the public, the voluntary sector, local communities and/or governments to achieve their goals.

If you know someone who fits those criteria, please submit your nomination for the Ed McIsaac Human Rights in Corrections Award by Tuesday, September 30.

For more information about the nomination process, please visit:

• The Ed McIsaac Human Rights in Corrections Award - Nomination Procedures | OCI | BEC

Use of Artificial Intelligence at CSC

At CSC and across the Government of Canada, we have been exploring the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in our work. By using AI in a responsible and ethical way, we can streamline processes, improve decision-making, and increase productivity.

I want to remind you that the approved generative AI tool at CSC is Microsoft Copilot. I encourage you to try to find ways to incorporate it in your work. I am experimenting with it myself! For example, it has drafted some content in this very message, and Microsoft Translator was used to translate my weekly messages to you, which then undergo proper review and human verification.

You can find more information, including guidelines, on the Hub and Canada.ca:

• Guide on the use of generative artificial intelligence - Canada.ca

Translation and Linguistic Services is still always there for translation​, text revision, proofreading, quality control of policy documents and terminology services.

Thank you for your ongoing dedication.

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