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USJE supporting communities in need

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The labour movement has an important role in fighting the social and economic inequities that impact the lives of workers and people in Canada and around the world. In addition to annual contributions and financial assistance already set out in USJE’s resolutions of record, the USJE occasionally provides financial support to organizations in areas such … Read more

USJE demanding proactive and collaborative approach in ‘Defining the New Normal’

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Today, National President of the Union of Safety and Justice Employees, David Neufeld, appealed to Public Safety Minister Marco E. L. Mendicino to support a proactive and collaborative approach in ‘Defining the New Normal’ during this pandemic era, in regards to the options available for federal public service employees to work remotely, engage in tele-work … Read more

USJE President and RVPs meet with CSC Commissioner Anne Kelly

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On December 3, USJE National President David Neufeld and four of USJE’s Regional Vice-Presidents representing members from the Correctional Service of Canada (both Institution and Community) met with CSC Commissioner Anne Kelly and her colleagues for an in-person meeting for over two hours. They discussed the significant concerns that Parole Officers continue to have about … Read more

Pam Damoff named Parliamentary Secretary for Public Safety

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USJE extends its sincere congratulations to Member of Parliament (Oakville North—Burlington) Pam Damoff who has been named Parliamentary Secretary for Public Safety. Ms. Damoff brings tremendous insight into the frontline work of many public safety employees, particularly in federal Corrections. She has made special efforts as an MP to visit Community Parole offices and a … Read more

Newly elected USJE President and Vice President meet with senior representatives from Commissioner Brenda Lucki’s office

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This past week, newly elected National Vice President Lynette Robinson and National President David Neufeld had the opportunity to meet senior representatives from Commissioner Brenda Lucki’s office. They discussed the transition to return to work protocols that prioritize public health – and are fair and transparent for all RCMP employees. Our members continue to adapt … Read more

It’s USJE Scholarship Application Time!

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If you are a USJE member in post-secondary studies or have a child, spouse, partner, or dependent going to college or university, USJE now offers a total of seven scholarships. The deadline for all scholarships is Tuesday, February 1st, 2022.  USJE is pleased to announce that we recently added two new scholarships to our scholarship … Read more

USJE National President visits three federal correctional facilities

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I recently had the opportunity as newly elected USJE National President to visit three federal correctional facilities (Grand Valley Institution, Millhaven Institution and Collin’s Bay Institution) in Ontario alongside Members of Parliament Pam Damoff, Valerie Bradford and Tim Louis. Regional Vice-Président Bill Bailey also joined me for the Kingston part of the tour. It’s wonderful … Read more