Commissioner's update for correctional employees: October 20, 2025
This content is a message to Correctional Service Canada (CSC) staff from CSC's Commissioner.
Our mission: The Correctional Service of Canada, as part of the criminal justice system and respecting the rule of law, contributes to public safety by actively encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens, while exercising reasonable, safe, secure and humane control.
Our core values: Respect, fairness, professionalism, inclusiveness, and accountability.
National Indigenous Advisory Committee meeting at Archambault Institution
I had the pleasure of attending the National Indigenous Advisory Committee (NIAC) meeting on October 15 and 16 at the newly established Indigenous Intervention Centre, the House of Nations, located at Archambault Institution in the Quebec region.
The Committee welcomed National Chief Brendan Moore of the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples and Gena Edwards, First Vice-President of Native Women's Association of Canada, for their inaugural in-person participation.
CSC staff from Policy, Research, Women Offender Sector and Indigenous Initiatives Sector provided updates on the Research Advisory Council of the People of the Land, CSC’s responses to reports from the Office of the Correctional Investigator, recent changes to the Indigenous Women Offender Correctional Program, and the introduction to the Culturally Responsive Indigenous Interventions Guide.
Throughout the session, NIAC members provided advice, guidance, and recommendations on various CSC initiatives. Thank you to Archambault’s management and Indigenous Initiatives team for their support in hosting this important meeting.
Faces of CSC: Chris Veech
Meet 26-year CSC veteran Chris Veech. For him, corrections has been more than just a career but a calling. From the storied halls of Kingston Penitentiary to the Guard of Honour at Millhaven, he has spent his career preserving history, mentoring colleagues, and honouring those who served before him.
Read his story:
Public Service Neurodiversity Week
This week marks Public Service Neurodiversity Week, a time to celebrate the strengths and contributions of neurodivergent employees across Canada’s federal public service.
This year’s theme is “Many minds, one mission.” An estimated 15 to 20% of the global population is neurodivergent, including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette’s syndrome.
A series of hybrid, virtual, and in-person events will be held to foster connection, raise awareness, and promote learning about neurodiversity in the workplace.
Inclusion and Diversity Excellence Award for 2024
I would like to remind you that the Employment Equity and Diversity Committee is still accepting nominations for the Inclusion and Diversity Excellence Award for 2024. This award honours individuals and teams who demonstrate outstanding commitment to inclusion and diversity at CSC.
If you know someone who has taken meaningful actions to support employees, partners, or offenders through inclusive initiatives, I encourage you to nominate them.
You have until Thursday, October 23 to fill out the form and nominate someone who is making a difference.
Speed mentoring event
The National Working Group for Women Employees is hosting a speed mentoring event on November 19. This is an opportunity for you to connect with colleagues from diverse career paths, sectors and regions.
Mentees will be able to meet with randomly selected mentors and learn more about different experiences, steps taken to advance their career and more. If you are interested in this event, you have until October 25 to register.
Thank you for your outstanding work and dedication.
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