Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces open public consultations on update to Canada’s defence policy to all Canadians
Strong, Secure, Engaged – File Photo Pour une traduction française de cet article, cliquez ici On March 9th, the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces announced that they are launching public consultations with all Canadians on the Defence Policy Update (DPU), announced in Budget 2022. The DPU will build on Canada’s current defence policy, Strong, Secure,...
March 8th marks International Women’s Day
The theme for the 2023 International Women’s Day is #EmbraceEquity – Photo from the International Women’s Day website. March 8th marks International Women’s Day (IWD) across the globe. The day is used as a celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women across the world, says the event organizers on the official website for the day....
First-ever National Defence Black History Month Event Sparks Meaningful Conversations
Commodore Jacques Olivier moderates a panel featuring Master Warrant Officer Gareth Webb, Debra Christmas, Executive Partner at Gartner Canada, Caroline Xavier, Chief of the Communications Security Establishment, and Major (ret’d) Austin Douglas, with the Master of Ceremony, Lieutenant Colonel Martell Thompson, on the right. The screen and poster behind them read “Black History Month 2023”...
Valentines for Vets
Valentines for Vets – Photo from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC)This Valentine’s Day thank Canadian Veterans by sending them a hand-made valentine. Each year, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) invites Canadian schools, individuals and organizations to make Valentines for Vets. VAC then distributes the valentines to Veterans in long-term care facilities across the country by February 14....
RCAF Virtual Job Fair
An RCAF Aviation Systems Technician from Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship REGINA’s helicopter air detachment hooks up an engine rinse bottle to a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter – Photo care of the Department of National Defence There are so many great reasons to serve in the Canadian Armed Forces, one of which is the opportunity to rejuvenate your career and try on new challenges through the Annual...
Esquimalt takes Women’s Hockey Regional Championship, CFB Cold Lake loses in semi-finals
The Esquimalt Tritons Women’s Hockey Team, 2022 Canada West Region Champions – Photo by S1 Megan Sterritt/ 17 Operations Support Squadron Imaging, CFB Winnipeg The CFB Esquimalt Tritons Women’s Hockey Team took home gold after an impressive showing at the 2023 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Sports Women’s Hockey Canada Region West Championship held at 17 Wing in Winnipeg....
Military widow writes book to provide better grief support
Grief Ally: Helping People you Love Cope with Death, Loss, and Grief – Supplied photo In 2019, Aly Bird received a call that no one ever expects. Her spouse, Cpl William Vant Erve – a firefighter at 19 Wing Comox- died unexpectedly in a hiking accident. She became a widow at 30 years old, without any understanding of how to live with a life-changing loss. Aly soon recognized that...
Defence Team Champion for Visible Minorities Message: Black History Month
Commodore Jacques Olivier – Supplied Photo Happy Black History Month. I appreciate the opportunity to connect with you on this important occasion. This year’s celebration of the contributions of Black Canadians to the social fabric of Canada holds a deeper significance for me than usual. As the new Defence Team Champion for Visible Minorities, as a member of the Chief Professional Conduct...
House of Commons Recognizes Naval Reserve Centennial
January 31st marks the Naval Reserve Centennial, marking 100 years of service to Canada – Photo via the Royal Canadian Navy / Facebook The House of Commons recognized the Naval Reserve Centennial on Tuesday, marking 100 years of service to Canada. On January 31, 1923, the Government of Canada authorized the organization of the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve, paving the way for...
Bell Let’s Talk 2023 | Join in and help change the conversation!
Bell Let’s Talk day is on January 25th – Supplied Photo This year, Bell Let’s Talk Day is on Wednesday, January 25, and the Defence Team will be joining forces to help drive awareness and end the stigma around mental illness. In Canada, one-in-two people struggling with their mental health are not getting the help they need. This year, the Bell Let’s Talk campaign theme is “Let’s...
