Jenica’s Experience

Learn more about jenica’s career and professional experience.

  • UNB Bachelor's Degree, double major in Canadian History and Political Science

    UNB Masters Degree in Critical Studies in Education

  • Education Assistant

    Supply Teacher

    Teacher at Fredericton High School

    Teacher at Oromocto High School

  • Elected as MP for Fredericton 2019-2021

    Elected as MP for Fredericton 2021-2025

    Chaired National Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs

    Appointed by the Prime Minister as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services Canada 2023-2025

    Served on National Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates

    Served on Senate Committee on Scrutiny of Regulations

    Served on Senate Committee on Library of Parliament

    Championed a healthy environment, gender-based violence prevention, housing and homelessness supports, rights recognition and clean water for indigenous communities, health transformation among many other causes.

    Awards: Maclean's Parliamentarian of the Year "Rising Star" Award (Selected by members of the house)

    Queen's Jubilee Medal - Selected by Lieutenant Governor of N.B. for service in community

    King's Coronation Award - Selected by Governor General Mary Simon for service in community

  • Ksalsuti Wellness Resources Board of Directors

    Intimate Partner Violence Shelter

    Out of the Cold Shelter