Portrait
Name
Jayme Leanne Jen Johnson
Bilijk (Kingsclear) First Nation
Description
A proud Wolastoqey woman and mother, Jayme has spent 15 years serving communities in high-level leadership roles, including Director of Operations for both her home community, Sitansisk (St. Mary’s First Nation) and sister community, Bilijk (Kingsclear First Nation). Jayme is a dedicated and experienced legal and administrative professional with a strong commitment to Indigenous governance and community development.
Jayme began her career in law, practicing in the areas of Aboriginal and Treaty Rights litigation and Criminal Law. She has worked both independently and with law firms, bringing her legal acumen into community governance through roles such as Policy Development Officer and Legal Counsel.
Holding a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of New Brunswick, Jayme is a barrister and solicitor in good standing with the New Brunswick Law Society. Her legal and operational expertise is matched by a deep personal commitment to advancing the well-being and rights of Indigenous peoples. She is known for her integrity, humility, and passion for creating systemic change that supports future generations.
Jayme is a collaborative leader who values listening, learning, and walking each day in a good way—striving always to bring open-hearted, solution-focused leadership to her work. She is passionate about creating economic independence and sovereignty for Indigenous communities through sustainable initiatives to create generational wealth in communities.