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The Canadian Free Trade Agreement (the Agreement) commits governments to a comprehensive set of rules that help to achieve a modern and competitive economic union for all Canadians. The Committee of Internal Trade ministers, supported by a secretariat, oversee the operationalization of this federal, provincial, and territorial trade agreement to provide administrative functions to member governments as they work collaboratively to advance issues affecting the flow of goods and services within Canada. The Agreement contains a set of dispute obligations that seeks to guide disputing parties towards a mutually satisfactory resolution for any matter under the Agreement. However, in the case of a dispute, Dispute and Appellate Panelists help resolve issues that arise between member governments. When a dispute arises and is not resolved at the consultations level it proceeds to a panel hearing. Three panelists are then selected from the Roster of Dispute Panelists to constitute an impartial Panel. Where a disputing party seeks an appeal to the report issued by a Panel, three panelists are likewise selected from the Roster of Appellate Panelists to constitute an Appellate Panel. Further, should disputing parties agree, a Dispute Panel and/or an Appellate Panel can be comprised of one individual chosen from the appropriate Roster of Panelists.Duties of all panelists include, but are not limited to:
We are committed to providing a healthy and accessible workplace that supports one’s dignity, self-esteem and the ability to achieve one’s full potential. With this in mind, all appointees will be expected to take steps to promote and maintain a healthy, respectful, inclusive and harassment-free work environment.Preference may be given to applicants who are members of one or more of the following groups: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of a visible minority group.The Government of Canada will consider bilingual proficiency and diversity in assessing applicants. You are therefore encouraged to include in your online profile your ability to speak and understand your second official language.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.
A link to this notice will be placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.A list of qualified candidates may be established and may be used for similar opportunities.
Review of applications (more information here) will begin on July 20, 2023. Candidates should apply online via the Governor in Council Appointments website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by this date. After this date, your application will be retained and may be considered up until an appointment to the position is made. Your cover letter should be addressed to the Director of Selection Processes, Senior Personnel Secretariat, Privy Council Office, and should be sent only through the online application.Instructions on how to apply for an appointment opportunity can be found on the Governor in Council Appointments website.
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