On July 6, Canada’s federal public servants started working in government buildings five days per week. The mandate began without a clear plan for how to make it happen. Unions said offices lack enough space and equipment for everyone to return. They also said the administration gave no proof that working in offices more days makes things better for the public.
The federal government argued the changes will benefit small businesses get more government contracts. Public service workers and media reporters still wonder if offices are set for so many people.