Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
Lieutenant Francis Henry Hemsley – Supplied Photo The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have identified human remains recovered in Vendin-le-Vieil, France, as those of Lieutenant Francis Henry Hemsley, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The identity was confirmed through historical, genealogical, anthropological, archaeological and DNA analysis....
Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) launch a New Career Coaching program for relocating Canadian Armed Forces Spouses and Partners
Supplied Photo Beginning March 1, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) military spouses and partners (Regular Force and Reserves) can access career coaching services to help them prepare for the challenges of finding and maintaining meaningful careers given their highly mobile military lifestyle. CareerCOACH+ was developed by Military Family Services (MFS), a division of Canadian Forces Morale and...
Message from the Defence Champion for Women on International Women’s Day
Lieutenant-General M.H.L. (Lise) Bourgon, CMM, MSC, CD, Acting Commander, Military Personnel Command – Supplied Photo Team, I am honoured to be your Defence Champion for Women for a second year in a row. As today marks International Women’s Day, I look forward to celebrating what we have accomplished so far and having meaningful discussions about where we still need to go as an...
Canada investing $211.6 million in Calgary’s Arcfield Canada to sustain the Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fleet
Supplied Photo Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, visited Arcfield Canada in Calgary, Alberta to announce an important investment that will support Canada’s fleet of CF-18 fighter jets, and ensure that it is operationally ready and able to deliver for Canada. On behalf of the Minister of National Defence Bill Blair and the Minister of Public Services and Procurement...
Message from the Women in STEM Coalition
Stock Photo Since 2018, the Women in STEM Coalition has had as its aim, to teach, empower, and develop leadership skills among women within the STEM fields in DND. We aim to do this through coaching, mentoring, and connecting women across DND and beyond. As we begin 2024, we have some exciting news to share with you. Since our coaching journey began in 2021, the Women in STEM Coaching...
First 2024 iteration of Canada’s Signature Arctic Sovereignty Exercise Begins
Joint Task Force members observe the northern lights during Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut on March 15, 2023 – Photo by: Corporal Antoine Brochu, Assistant Deputy Minister (Public Affairs), Canadian Armed Forces photo The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) will be hosting Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT, from March 1 to 17, 2024, in and around Resolute, Nunavut and Yellowknife,...
Kindness, the gift that keeps on giving
Stock Photo Did you know, in Canada, the third week of February is known as “Kindness Week” There is even an Act. The bill was enacted on June 3, 2021, making Canada the first country in the world to pass such legislation. The purpose of this week is to improve the health and well-being of Canadians by encouraging “acts of kindness, volunteering, and charitable giving.” There are many Canadians...
CAF members can now submit grievances using the new Digital Grievance Submission Form
Stock Photo Effective February 5, 2024, all members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) should submit their grievances using a new digital grievance submission form. The digital form allows members who do not have access to a work computer to file a grievance from a personal device. Please note that to submit the new digital grievance form from a personal device, CAF members will need...
RCAF Centennial: soaring into the next century
Supplied Photo As the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) celebrates its centennial this year, prepare for an exciting journey through a century of aviation excellence. The year will be studded with outstanding national, international, and local celebrations by Squadrons and Wings. It’s not just a nostalgic look back; it’s a leap into the future as the RCAF enters its second century of...
Statement from the Minister of National Defence to mark Black History Month
Supplied poster The Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Bill Blair, issued the following statement today to recognize and observe the beginning of Black History Month: “Today, we mark the beginning of Black History Month. Throughout February and all-year round, I encourage all Canadians to take the time to learn about Black history in Canada – including the contributions that Black...
