PSAC Pay Equity Bulletin

PSAC pay equity tax case goes to Court  

The PSAC is challenging the government's practice of taxing the interest payments received by many current and former members as part of the settlement of the largest pay equity complaint in Canada's history.

It seems as if anything related to pay equity can't happen quickly.   Our test case (Burrows vs Her Majesty) was chosen back in November 2001.   The Discovery phase of the process, which has taken considerable time, has finally been completed.    Now, we can move on to an actual hearing in the Tax Court.  

As soon as a Court date is set, the information will be published on this web site.

At this time, it's too early to speculate as to when a decision might be issued.   However, once there is a decision, it can be appealed by PSAC or the federal government.  

Any unusual developments will be reported when they happen.   Look for an update following the Court hearings.