Submitted Here is a summary of a few key current and near-term initiatives from CFMWS and the FST available to support CAF families during this time. Telemedicine During the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services are working with our partners at Maple to ensure families of Canadian Armed Forces members can connect with Canadian doctors for medical care using their phone, tablet or computer – any time, 24/7. Maple doctors can treat manyRead More

Cliff Kenyon Facilities at 4 Wing Cold Lake are beginning to be open to the public after the closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 4 Wing playgrounds, fitness structures, the Mackenzie Dog Park, as well as the outdoor fitness park and skateboard park at the Col J.J. Parr Sports Centre are opening. Other 4 Wing outdoor facilities are not opening at this time. Appropriate signage will be in place at all open facilities to reflectRead More

Lisa Fisher, Health Promotion Specialist Most adults require 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep has been established as a fundamental human need which is integral to our health. Despite this, over 1/3 of Canadians have been found to sleep less hours per night than recommended. When it comes to military personnel, an objective analysis found that men, in particular, do not achieve minimal sleep recommendations. This could be a result of aRead More