2015 Pay Equity Maintenance

Following the 2015 pay equity maintenance posted in 2017, complaints were filed, which led to an investigation by the CNESST. The University received a notice of decision in January 2025 and responded by providing additional information. Following this, the University met with the CNESST investigators in June 2025 and submitted further documentation.

The CNESST issued its decision on January 26, 2026 regarding the 2015 maintenance. On April 16, the University was informed that MUNACA is contesting the CNESST’s decision before the Tribunal administratif du travail (TAT). As the University is not contesting the decision, it met with the CNESST on June 22, 2026 to discuss the measures the University will implement to address the CNESST's decision. The University is currently awaiting the CNESST's feedback regarding the proposed plan and next steps. 

McGill maintains a single pay equity program covering all employee groups; as such, developments related to the 2015 maintenance affect all employees. McGill remains committed to meeting its obligations under Quebec’s Pay Equity Act and will continue to keep the community informed as the matter progresses.