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Mr. Chair and honourable members, thank you for the opportunity to appear before this committee to talk about veterans' access to the Canadian public service.
My name is Luc Généreux. I retired from the Canadian Armed Forces following a medical release from the Canadian Forces in 2016 for non-service related reasons. This decision is currently under review and appeal. I served for 34 years in the Canadian Forces.
As noted on the sheet, I'm an engineer, urban planner and planner. I'm a member of several associations and orders that require national and provincial qualifications. I'm bilingual, and I had top secret security clearance. I'm fit to work in the public service.
In fall 2018 I initiated a process to join the federal public service. My journey was not easy. It was like crossing a minefield. Today I'm presenting 10 recommendations I wish to share to improve the process and help to reduce administrative obstacles to facilitate access to public service positions for Canadian Forces veterans. Veterans like me have lots to contribute to the Canadian public service. We hope to share our knowledge, experience and leadership, and hope to help mentor the next generation of federal public service employees.
I wish to thank PSPC, Public Services and Procurement Canada, for having believed in my file and for helping me to secure an excellent temporary position—I repeat, temporary position—while some of the administrative obstacles are removed to allow me to secure a permanent public service position.
Thank you.