On July 6, Canada’s federal public servants commenced working in offices five days each week. The mandate began without a detailed plan for how to make it happen. Unions said offices lack sufficient space and tools for everyone to return. They also said the federal authorities gave no evidence that working in offices more days makes things improved for the public.
The federal government argued the changes will help small businesses get additional government contracts. civil servants and press reporters still wonder if offices are ready for so many people.