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PM announces new government pay centre in Miramichi, New Brunswick
19 August 2010
Miramichi, New Brunswick
"The modernization of the Government’s pay system and services will save taxpayers millions of dollars and create hundreds of jobs in Miramichi," said Prime Minister Harper. "This is part of our Government’s ongoing commitment to increase the effectiveness of Public Service operations and eliminate unnecessary costs."
This new plan will apply up-to-date technology to replace outdated and labour-intensive information technology systems, saving Canadians money over the long run and ensuring more efficient service.
The transformation of the Government’s antiquated pay administration system and services will address concerns raised in the Auditor General’s Spring 2010 report and is expected to generate significant benefits. These include overall savings starting in 2016-2017 when the system is fully implemented, a full complement of 550 Public Works and Government Services Canada staff at the centre by 2015-2016 and information technology jobs in the National Capital Region over a six-year period.
The new pay system and Centre of Expertise will also ensure a sustainable and effective compensation service for public servants consistent with modern industry standards.
