The filling of the positions actually is done dependent on the situation. It can be an open competition. It can be a transfer assignment. It could be filling a spot with an affected employee. Yes, the affirmative action does apply on unfunded positions the same as it would on any other position.
Caroline Cochrane on Question 649-18(2): Process For Filling Unfunded Positions
In the Legislative Assembly on February 28th, 2017. See this statement in context.
Question 649-18(2): Process For Filling Unfunded Positions
Oral Questions
February 27th, 2017
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