OTTAWA — Justice Canada has expanded its use of heat and motion sensors under staff desks to gather data on office space utilization, prompting concerns from employees and unions about potential monitoring of attendance. The project, which began in 2023, aims to improve workplace planning without identifying individuals, but many employees fear it could track compliance with the government’s increased office attendance policy. The union representing federal lawyers has expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of transparency and communication regarding the sensors. Critics argue that less invasive methods should be employed to address actual workplace issues, such as insufficient space and environmental conditions.
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