PRIME
MINISTER ANNOUNCES
GOVERNMENT
OF CANADA FELLOWS PROGRAM
OTTAWA
–
Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced today the launch of the
Government of Canada Fellows Program to
allow the exchange of senior executives in the public service of Canada
with other sectors such as business,
academia, not-for-profit organizations and other levels of government.
The
program will support renewal of the public service through the exchange of
knowledge, skills, expertise and best practices between the Canadian
public service and other sectors of Canadian society. These
exchanges will be mutually beneficial in key areas such as improved
service delivery, the use of technology and enhanced governance,
accountability, and management practices.
“In
a changing and increasingly competitive world, Canadians need a public
service that is not only excellent but also connected to, and
representative of all parts of society,”
said the Prime Minister. “As well, senior executives from other sectors
can benefit from an opportunity to learn at first hand how our Government
works, while bringing leading-edge techniques and practices to the
Government.”
The
new Government of Canada Fellows Program targets high-ranking officials
with extensive professional experience and exceptional leadership and
management skills, including strategic thinking, as well as values and
ethics. Ultimately, the Fellows Program will provide participants
with the opportunity to gain knowledge and new expertise, and to broaden
their contributions to the country.
“This
program has tremendous merit,” added John Baird, President of the
Treasury Board and Minister responsible for the Public Service Human
Resources Management Agency that will manage the Fellows Program.
“Sharing talents and ideas will enhance and strengthen relationships,
and build better understanding.”
The
Public Policy Forum, through the leadership of its President Jodi White,
will assist the Agency with the promotion of the program and the necessary partnerships to
identify participants.
