On July 6, Canada’s federal public servants started working in government buildings five days each week. The mandate took effect without a well‑defined plan for how to make it happen. Unions said offices lack adequate space and tools for everyone to return. They also said the government gave no evidence that working in offices extra days makes things better for the public.
The authority argued the changes will assist small businesses get increased government contracts. Federal employees and news reporters still wonder if offices are set for so many people.