The Public Service Commission of Canada has established a new priority entitlement for the surviving spouses and common-law partners of Canadian Forces personnel who have died while performing their duties.

The priority entitlement gives eligible spouses increased access to public service employment opportunities by placing their names and résumés on a priority listing for external federal government job competitions. Spouses then have the right to compete for positions and be appointed in priority to all other persons, except statutory priorities, to any term or indeterminate position in the public service for which they meet the essential qualifications.

The program will be administered by Director Casualty Support Management (DCSM) and the Public Service Commission of Canada. A representative from DCSM will be contacting all eligible spouses to make sure they are aware of this opportunity should they choose to take advantage of the entitlement.

“Director Military Family Services (DMFS) is pleased to help spread the word about this significant gesture on the part of the Canadian government, which honours and acknowledges the sacrifices of these spouses by offering them new employment opportunities that may help build a brighter future,” indicated Celine Thompson, Director, DMFS.

For complete details about this opportunity, please visit the Public Service Commission’s website by clicking here. A helpful list of Frequently Asked Questions about this initiative is also available.