Social Work Month in the CAF – Supporting members when it matters most
Uniformed CAF social workers gather at the National Social Work Training 2026 in Halifax – Supplied Photo Each March, Social Work Month provides an important opportunity to recognize the vital role our military and civilian social workers play in strengthening the health, resilience, and operational readiness of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Within a uniquely demanding military...
Canada’s New Defence Industrial Strategy: What it means for Defence Team members
Supplied Photo Canada has launched its first-ever Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) – Security, Sovereignty and Prosperity: Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy. The goal is simple: to strengthen Canada’s defence industrial base so the Defence Team can access the equipment and technologies the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) need, quickly, reliably, and from secure and resilient sources. It...
CAF Compensation Phase Three: Key information for members
Stock Photo On August 8, 2025, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) announced new pay and benefits to better support members. The changes will occur in phases, with the first phase announced in early October 2025. Phase three introduces new initiatives including Environmental Allowances, and the Domestic Operations and Arctic Allowances. Environmental Allowances Given the increased need to maintain a...
MND Message: Canada launches its first Defence Industrial Strategy
Colleagues, As the world faces a new era of global complexity, the work we do together has never mattered more. Today’s launch of Security, Sovereignty, and Prosperity: Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy marks a turning point, not only for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), but for the entire Defence Team and the Canadian companies that equip and sustain us. As we rebuild, rearm, and reinvest in...
Defence Team Champion for Racialized Persons Message: Black History Month 2026
Supplied Photo Black History Month is a time to celebrate the excellence and enduring contributions of Black Canadians to our country, and to the Defence Team. It is a moment to reflect with pride on how far we have come, while remaining attentive to the work that continues. Across generations, Black Canadians have served with distinction in uniform and in the public service, often in the face...
Reminder: Support to Sports Participation Grants
Supplied Photo The deadline is approaching for the Support to Sports Participation Grants aimed at Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members. Applications for events held during the 2025-2026 fiscal year must be submitted by February 28, 2026. Applicants must complete and submit the online application form thirty (30) days in advance of their event for review via the website. Applications for events...
CAF Compensation Phase Two: Key information for members
Stock Photo On August 8, 2025, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) announced new pay and benefits to better support members. The changes will occur in three phases; phase one details were announced in early October. Phase two introduces three new initiatives: Instructor Allowance, Critical Occupation Recruitment Allowance, and Mobility Allowance. Updates on the remaining compensation and benefits...
Claims period is open and ongoing – CAF Systemic Racism Class Action
Supplied Photo Current and former Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members who experienced racial discrimination or racial harassment during their military service between April 17, 1985, and January 10, 2025, may be eligible for a monetary award under the Federal Court-approved settlement of the CAF Systemic Racism Class Action. The settlement offers more than monetary awards. Eligible Class Members...
And the winners of the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest are…
Winner of the Military Community Life category, 2025 CAF Photo Contest: Her Watch Begins by Cpl Mitchell Paquette – Supplied Photo Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2025 CAF Imagery Contest. This year’s contest showcased incredible talent from both professional and amateur photographers within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) community, including service members and their...
Patience is a virtue: The transition to the Canadian Royal Crown for CAF identifiers
The new Canadian Armed Forces badge – Supplied Photo In April 2023, His Majesty King Charles III approved the design of the Canadian Royal Crown, a new heraldic symbol representing the Sovereign’s authority in Canada. As a result, the Royal Crown which represented the reign of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, will be updated on all CAF identifiers. The Canadian Royal Crown was created...