Professionals Building Better Communities. 

The Civic Institute of Professional Personnel (CIPP) is the union for municipal professionals in the Ottawa region. We advocate for our members and for the kind of communities we know we can have – safe, fair, and thriving.

Latest News

CIPP Bargaining Expectations Petition

June 16, 2025

Time for respect Your employer has failed to engage meaningfully in collective bargaining. CIPP members are coming together now to

Register now: 2025 Bargaining Consultations – Time for Respect!

June 4, 2025

Your collective agreement expires this December. In preparation for bargaining, CIPP is hosting two bargaining consultations for all members at

Seeking highly skilled labour relations professional to provide excellent representation services .

Our Finances 2024

May 31, 2025

Annually we publish our financial statements to provide members with a detailed look at how the union spends dues. If

What We Do

CIPP members are the professionals who work for the people of Ottawa. Through collective bargaining, representation, and advocacy, CIPP works for its members so they can focus on the work they are passionate about. We are committed to our members, our community, and to quality public services.

Advocacy

CIPP advocates for our members and the communities they serve.

Representation

Our labour relations staff help our members navigate a wide range of workplace issues. From questions about your collective agreement to human rights and workplace health and safety, we are here to help.

Collective Bargaining

CIPP bargains with a member-first approach by including and listening to its members. Our negotiating teams are here to make sure our collective agreements reflect our members’ needs.