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Federal Sick Days Surge Amid Healthcare Delays, Mental Health Issues

9/2/2025

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Federal public servants averaged 5.9 sick days in 2020-21, according to Treasury Board data.
Sick days rose to 9.2 in 2023-24, likely linked to delayed healthcare and mental health concerns.
The Canada Border Services Agency has consistently reported high sick day usage.

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Story summary

Federal public servants averaged 5.9 sick days in 2020-21, according to Treasury Board data.
Sick days rose to 9.2 in 2023-24, likely linked to delayed healthcare and mental health concerns.
The Canada Border Services Agency has consistently reported high sick day usage.