Ottawa, May 7, 2026 – The AJC has served notice to begin bargaining with the Treasury Board on behalf of more than 3,500 members working as Crown counsel, notaries and articling students for the Government of Canada. The AJC is entering this round of negotiations with a clear, member-driven mandate. 

The current collective agreement expires on May 9, 2026. Bargaining dates will be shared as soon as they are confirmed.  

Our members’ bargaining priorities 

Members' priorities are clear: LPs deserve real recognition for the work they perform every day, including fair compensation, meaningful overtime and leave provisions, and stronger support for career progression and working conditions, including flexibility and remote work. 

AJC members are central to Canada’s ability to govern effectively and defend itself legally, and Canadians rely on them to uphold fairness, accountability, and public safety. Their collective agreement should reflect the value of that work through fair working conditions and meaningful recognition for the critical work they deliver on behalf of Canadians. 

Bargaining updates

Visit the AJC website for updates on the next steps in negotiations. 

What’s next 

Support materials and resources will be made available to help members show their support and better understand the bargaining process and the role of the Negotiations Committee. Members are encouraged to visit this section of the website frequently for updates and key developments throughout bargaining.

 

ABOUT THE AJC

The Association of Justice Counsel (AJC) is the union defending Canada’s legal team. Our 3,500+ members are Federal Crown Counsel, notaries and articling students employed by the Government of Canada in the Department of Justice, the Public Prosecution Service of Canada, and in various federal agencies, tribunals and courts across Canada.

MEDIA CONTACT

The Communications Department 
Association of Justice Counsel 
300–2725 Queensview Drive 
Ottawa, ON, Canada 
K2B 0A1

Phone: (613) 798-9900 
Toll-Free: (866) 218-3310 
Fax: (613) 564-0606 
Email: admin@ajc-ajj.ca

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