This decision means there will be a public and independent process to examine decades of reported discrimination in hiring, promotions, discipline, and harassment affecting Black workers.
Equity
RCMP’s ACE Workshop has new permanent home at the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia
On February 26, the Nova Scotia RCMP and the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia (BCCNS) announced a new, dedicated space for African Canadian Experience (ACE) Workshop programming as part of BCCNS’s Capital expansion.
USJE representative attends government of Canada’s official Black History Month celebration honouring Black brilliance
On February 4, at the invitation of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, USJE – National Equity Committee member Joe Brathwaite attended the Government of Canada’s annual Official Celebration of Black History Month Government.
USJE National Equity Committee Meets in Ottawa and Attends Equal Voice Gala in Support of More Women and Gender Diversity in Politics
On December 10th and 11th, USJE’s National Equity Committee met face-to-face in Ottawa for their last meeting for 2025.
PSAC demands real investments for inclusion and accessibility for workers with disabilities
On International Day for Persons with Disabilities, PSAC reaffirms its commitment to building disability-inclusive workplaces and communities where workers of diverse abilities can fully participate, lead with dignity, and have a real say in decisions that affect their lives.
USJE Representatives attend the PSAC Atlantic Access Summit in Halifax
USJE RVP Carol Osborne and USJE Local 60001 President Caroline Morais-Gregan attended the PSAC Atlantic Access Summit in Halifax, NS from November 14th – 16th, 2025. There were 20 participants from across the region from PSAC Components and the DCLs.
USJE RVPs attend African Canadian Experience Workshop in Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia
Regional Vice Presidents Carol Osborne and Laurie Ann Wesselby attended the African Canadian Experience (ACE) Workshop held in Upper Hammonds Plains from November 3 – 6, 2025.
USJE Equity Conference 2025 draws to a close in Halifax
On Friday, May 30, USJE wrapped up the last half day of USJE’s National Equity conference.
2025 Equity Conference Day 3 Recap
May 29th – USJE’s 2025 Equity Conference wrapped up its 3rd full day of activities at the Westin Nova Scotian late last evening.
2025 Equity Conference Day 2 Recap
The second full day of USJE’s Equity Conference took place today in Halifax. USJE is a proud component of the Public Service Alliance of Canada. Consequently, it was an immense pleasure and privilege to welcome PSAC National President Sharon DeSousa who addressed the delegates.