Rob Farrer

Robert Farrer was elected President of the National Police Federation in 2026, following a two-year term as Vice-President and four years as an inaugural Director for the Pacific-North region. The NPF represents 20,000 front-line RCMP members, advocating for their rights, working conditions, and professional interests.

Before stepping into union leadership, Sgt. Farrer served for 20 years in the RCMP, policing communities from the Arctic Coast of the Northwest Territories to tackling Organized Crime in British Columbia. As Vice-President, he played a pivotal role in collective agreement negotiations, serving as Co-chair and negotiator of the NPF’s bargaining committee.

Sgt. Farrer has pursued extensive education in Law and Policing, Policing and Human Rights, and other legal aspects of law enforcement through Dalhousie University. He also holds a Labour Relations Certificate and a Certificate in Management, equipping him with a strong foundation in advocacy and leadership.

A recognized voice on policing oversight and accountability, Rob has been a panelist at multiple high-profile conferences, including the Law and Policing Conference (2020, 2023, 2024, 2025), where he addressed civilian oversight, the differential treatment of police officers in the justice system, and Coroner’s inquests. He has also contributed as a speaker at the Community/Police/Oversight (CPO) Joint Forum, discussing the role of Body-Worn Cameras in policing, and at the International Use of Force Expert Conference, examining the intersection of police code of conduct and statutory criminal investigations.

Through his leadership, advocacy, and expertise, Rob Farrer continues to be a dedicated voice for front-line RCMP members, ensuring their concerns are heard and their rights protected.