The intent of this document is to provide a foundation for developing learning strategies and curriculum for public sector risk management. Effective risk management is critically important for the public service; the ability to make good decisions about policies, programs and services in an environment of uncertainty is paramount. With increasing frequency, the public service is facing difficult decisions about health and environmental risks, risks to economic well-being, technology risks, and risks in service delivery, among many others. The government’s responsibility and duty of care to the public requires that the practices and lessons of good risk management be followed.