Message from the Defence Team Champions for Racialized Persons: Asian Heritage Month 2026
Supplied Photo Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity for all members of the Defence Team to reflect, learn, and celebrate the rich diversity of Asian communities in Canada and within our institution. Each May, we recognize the enduring contributions of people of Asian descent, whose histories, cultures, and achievements have helped shape the country we serve today. Celebrated every May since...
The 2026 Census is coming soon
2026 Census map of Canada – Supplied Photo Every five years, Canadians are invited to participate in the census. The next Census of Population begins on May 4, 2026. The census provides a statistical portrait of Canada’s population and the places where we live by collecting demographic, social, and economic information from households across the country. Census data supports informed...
1996-2026: The Canadian Forces Housing Agency turns 30
All Photos Supplied On April 1, 1996, the Canadian Forces Housing Agency (CFHA) began operating at its first 10 locations with a team of 170 employees and a clear mandate: to operate and maintain the Defence housing portfolio. Today, as a Special Operating Agency (SOA) within the Department of National Defence (DND), CFHA provides housing services in 27 locations, employs more than 400 people,...
417 Squadron Supports Largest Arctic Winter Operation to Date
Sergeant Austin Collier, Flight Paramedic with 417 Combat Support Squadron, is hoisted back into the CH-146 Griffon helicopter during nighttime casualty evacuation training as part of Operation NANOOK-NUNALIVUT, north of Inuvik, Northwest Territories, on 03 March, 2025 – Photo: Corporal Borden Webb-Brown, Imagery Technician, 14 Wing Greenwood. Members of 417 Combat Support Squadron from...
Fueling Readiness: Nutrition’s role in performance and recovery
Supplied Photo Nutrition is a capability that facilitates personnel preparation, performance, and recovery. It is essential to achieve a well-trained, motivated, and supported Defence Team, capable to sustain operations for as long as possible, critical to meet the renewed vision for Canada’s defence. On May 5 and 6, the first Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) nutrition symposium will explore...
Small everyday actions: 2SLGBTQI+ Defence Team Champion Message on International Transgender Day of Visibility
Stock Photo On Transgender Day of Visibility, observed annually on March 31, we recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the transgender, non‑binary, and gender‑diverse members of our Defence Team community. They are an integral part of the Defence Team and continue to show leadership, resilience, and dedication across every part of our organization. Visibility matters. When people are...
Joint Operations Symposium
Supplied Photo The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Joint Operations Symposium (JOS) brings together senior defence and national security leaders to examine specific operational challenges and explore potential solutions to ensure the CAF remains fit for purpose, ready for pan-domain operations and able to successfully deter and defeat threats to Canada, North America and Canadian interests abroad...
Mission Ready: Equipping the Forces
Supplied Photo How today’s investments power tomorrow’s operations. This week, the government announced several investments focused on providing Defence Team members with the tools, systems, and capabilities needed to deliver our mission. Replacement of the Canadian Armed Forces Service Rifle The Defence Investment Agency awarded a contract to acquire up to 65,402 Canadian Modular Assault...
Canada Invests in Sovereign Space Launch Capability
Stock Photo Canada is taking steps toward launching satellites from its own territory following a new federal investment aimed at strengthening the country’s access to space. On March 16, the Honourable David McGuinty announced that the Government of Canada will invest $200 million over 10 years to support the development of a Canadian-owned launch pad The funding will allow the Department of...
The Steel Spirit – Artist Spotlight: Marilou Villeneuve-Last
Supplied Photo The Steel Spirit is a platform for artists from military, first responder and hospital practitioner services to share their art and their stories. They are always looking for new submissions and involvement in upcoming galleries. For more information visit: www.thesteelspirit.ca For many, the eternal winter months bring on a nostalgic longing for past summer days. The sight...