Federal Government Hiring

Federal Government Hiring

This section highlights employment tools, programs, and job boards offered by the Government of Canada that support the career development of military and Veteran spouses and partners. It includes access to the central GC Jobs portal, specialized initiatives, priority hiring supports for relocating families, and independent job boards from federal departments and Crown corporations. These resources offer pathways to meaningful, flexible employment across Canada’s public service.

• Military Spousal Employment Network (MSEN)
  The Military Spouse Employment Network connects military spouses with a wide range of employers, including private sector companies as well as federal, provincial, and municipal public service organizations. Through the MSEN, spouses can upload their resume to increase visibility with hiring managers, access job postings from across Canada, and participate in virtual career fairs. MSEN also provides resources to help overcome the unique employment challenges of military life, ensuring continuity and flexibility for families. Employers in the network actively share opportunities and best practices to create inclusive workplaces that support military families. 
  
  For more information, visit the MSEN, CFMWS | MSEN
  
  Location: Canada 
  Language: English, French
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Free
  
  Audience(s): 
  Spouses/partners of CAF members and Veterans
  
   
• Military Spouse Employment Initiative (MSEI)
  The Department of National Defence (DND)’s military spouse employment initiative aims to provide military spouses and common-law partners employment opportunities within the federal public service. The inventory includes a broad range of work streams across Canada and is accessible to hiring managers from all federal government departments and agencies.
  
  Note: DND has established a pre-approved exception to Common hybrid work model policy for military spouses to support work continuity and CAF retention during deployments, where operationally feasible.
  
  For information, visit Military Spouse Employment Initiative - Canada.ca
  
  Direct contact information for the MSEI team: militaryspouseemployment-emploidesconjointsdemilitaires@forces.gc.ca
  
  Location: Canada
  Language: English, French - Language requirements of the jobs vary.
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Free
  
  Audience(s): 
  Spouses and partners of active CAF members
• Government of Canada Jobs Portal
  GC Jobs is the Government of Canada’s central job board for federal public service roles.  Explore thousands of government opportunities across departments and regions. The platform also allows users to create profiles, set job alerts, and apply directly online.
  
  For information visit Government of Canada jobs - Canada.ca
  
  GC Job Board: Job search
  
  Applying for Government of Canada jobs: What to expect: Applying for Government of Canada jobs: What to expect - Canada.ca
  
  Location: Canada
  Language: English, French 
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Free
  
  Audience(s): 
  All
   
• Federal Departments with Independent Job Boards
  While most federal public service roles are posted on the GC Jobs portal, several departments and Crown corporations manage their own hiring platforms. These independent job boards offer direct access to specialized roles in areas like finance, science, security, communications, and housing. Military and Veteran spouses can explore flexible opportunities across these organizations, many of which support remote work and value diverse life experiences.
  
  Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
  •    Roles: Tax administration, auditing, IT, finance, HR, and call centre operations
  •    Explore CRA Careers
  
  Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
  •     Roles: Border services officers, intelligence, enforcement, and administrative support
  •     Explore CBSA Careers
  
  Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
  •     Roles: Intelligence officers, analysts, cybersecurity, administration, and tech support
  •     Explore CSIS Careers
  
  Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC/Radio-Canada)
  •     Roles: Journalism, media production, communications, digital, and technical operations
  •     Explore CBC Careers
  
  Bank of Canada
  •     Roles: Economics, research, financial analysis, IT, communications, and operations
  •     Explore Bank of Canada Careers
  
  Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
  •     Roles: Housing policy, finance, innovation, communications, and project management
  •     Explore CMHC Careers
  
  Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)
  •     Roles: Nuclear regulation, engineering, science, policy, and administrative support
  •     Explore CNSC Careers
  
  Canadian Space Agency (CSA)
  •     Roles: Aerospace engineering, science, mission support, communications, and IT

  •     Explore CSA Careers

  
  Canada Post
  •    Roles: Delivery, logistics, customer service, operations, and corporate services
  •    Explore Canada Post Careers
  
  National Research Council (NRC)
  •     Roles: Research, innovation, engineering, technical support, and administration
  •     Explore NRC Careers
  
  Location: Canada
  Language: English, French
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Free
  
  Audience(s): 
  All
• Priority Hiring for Relocating Military Spouses
  Spouses and common-law partners of Canadian Armed Forces members may be eligible for priority consideration in federal hiring when their employment is disrupted due to a military relocation. This entitlement helps ease transitions by improving access to public service roles in new regions. Eligibility and application processes are managed through the Public Service Commission of Canada.
  
  Guide on Priority Entitlements from the Public Service Commission: Guide on Priority Entitlements
  
  For information visit Part II, Chapter 8: Relocation of Spouse or Common-Law Partner - Canada.ca
  
  Location: Canada
  Language: English, French 
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Free
  
  Audience(s): 
  Spouses and common-law partners of active CAF members