Happy Holidays from Defence Team Leaders
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CAF Invites Canadians to Share Holiday Messages of Support
Stock Photo As the holiday season approaches, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is calling on Canadians to help bring comfort and encouragement to those who serve. A dedicated online message board has been launched, inviting the public to submit holiday messages to CAF members at home and abroad. Whether heartfelt, lighthearted, or a simple note of thanks, every message helps remind military...
Agile Combat Employment: RCAF’s success in TARASSIS
Group photo of the Air Task Force (ATF) during Tarassis, as part of Operation REASSURANCE, at Ämari Air Base, Estonia, October 15, 2025 – Photo: Master Corporal Bélynda Casse, Imaging Services, 3 Wing Bagotville The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) successfully concluded its participation in TARASSIS, a Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF)-led multinational rehearsal that took place in October....
CAF Fire Service: building leaders, driving change through FSWO
Submitted Photo When members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) fire service first attended the Fire Service Women Ontario (FSWO) Training Symposium in 2022 in Belleville, Ontario, it was transformative. What began as a few dedicated members seeking professional development opportunities outside of the CAF has evolved into a nationwide community of firefighters united by mentorship, learning and...
The CAF’s blood program: Major Damien Miller’s heartfelt commitment
Major Jenifer Morrison (left) and Major Damien Miller (right) at the Canadian Blood Services blood drive held at National Defence Headquarters Carling Campus on July 30, 2025. – Photo supplied by: Major Damien Miller. Major (Maj) Damien Miller has one mission: teaching others about the importance of blood donation. As the Blood Program Manager at the Directorate of Health Services...
CANSOFCOM in the Arctic – Exercising in pursuit of excellence
Members of CANSOFCOM drive a rigid-hulled inflatable boat (RHIB) through Resolute Bay in Nunavut in August 2025 – Photo by CANSOFCOM Image Technician The past years have presented the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) with both challenges and opportunities through a series of exercises in the icy waters and vast landscapes of the Arctic. These exercises, and our...
CAF members: Fertility medications coverage update
Stock Image For some, the road to parenthood can be filled with challenges along the way. Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members wishing to grow their families can now benefit from improved coverage related to fertility services. As of September 26, 2025, all eligible Regular and Full-time Reserve Force members (Class C or Class B on a period of service of 181 consecutive days or more) are now...
A historic swim: Capt. Stephanie Bigelow crosses the English Channel
Supplied Photo Capt. Stephanie Bigelow (33 CF H Svcs) has made history as the second Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member ever to successfully swim across the English Channel, an achievement not seen since 1951, when Winnie Roach of the Canadian Women’s Army Corps first completed the crossing. Stephanie’s accomplishment is a testament to resilience and courage. Over the course of 14 hours, she...
2025 National Silver Cross Mother Announced: Mrs. Nancy Payne
Supplied Photo The Royal Canadian Legion has named Mrs. Nancy Payne of Lansdowne, Ontario, as Canada’s 2025 National Silver Cross Mother. Each year, the Legion selects one mother to represent all Canadian mothers who have lost a son or daughter in military service to the country. As the National Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Payne will lay a wreath at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on November...
In a world of change, the CAF’s Seamless Canada initiative remains a constant
Supplied Photo Over the past five years, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) has navigated a rapidly shifting global landscape marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, rising geopolitical instability, and domestic labour shortages. These challenges tested operational readiness and recruitment, but the CAF responded with resilience and reform. Today, equipment and maintenance issues are being actively...