Updates

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

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

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

On October 28th, 2021, I was elected to the position of USJE National President. It is truly an honour to have been entrusted with this leadership position after serving for 14 years as the Regional Vice-President for CSC Community – Parole Board of Canada (West) and seven years as National Vice-President. Words can’t express how … Read more

After a relaxing evening of dinner and dancing at the Kitchen Party, delegates gathered for the last day of Convention 2021. The General Resolutions Committee returned to the stage to present a final series of resolutions. There was lively discussion with delegates voting to uphold the Committee’s recommendations of non- concurrence. The National Equity Committee … Read more

Day 3 of Convention included a series of National and Regional elections, with delegates electing David Neufeld as the new USJE National President and Lynette Robinson as National Vice-President. 17 Regional caucuses also elected their respective Regional Vice Presidents who comprise the new USJE National Executive. New USJE National President David Neufeld who served previously … Read more

The results are in!  On the third day of USJE Convention 2021, delegates elected David Neufeld as National President, Lynette Robinson as National Vice-President and RVP Atlantic (RCMP, Justice, PPSC) and 16 Regional Vice-Presidents.  Stay tuned to our website for more information on election results, election promises, and other key Convention proceedings. Check out our … Read more

The second day of USJE’s National Convention was full of lively debate, as delegates addressed dozens of resolutions from several USJE committees. USJE’s Policy, Program and Media staff highlighted the creation of USJE’s first Local Officer Handbook and USJE’s new website. They also spoke about USJE’s continued research and advocacy on the risks of Occupational … Read more

The USJE 18th National Triennial Convention had a powerful start to the day with 158 delegates and 16 observers coming together in person in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, after nearly 4-1/2 years since the last Convention. The Convention began with Métis Elder Amelia Reimer offering prayers to the Creator and acknowledging the unceded ancestral … Read more

There is excitement in the air in St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, as preparations are finalized to welcome 159 delegates and 16 observers from across Canada to USJE’s 18th National Triennial Convention. USJE’s Convention, which will run Tuesday, October 26 to Friday, October 29, has been delayed for nearly 18 months due to COVID so … Read more