Time marches – rather, flies – on
404 (Long Range Patrol & Training) Squadron members Captain Rob Scholte and Captain Mary Cameron-Kelly, armed with new – and rare – 8 000‑hour flight time patches, have put in their time aboard the CP-140 Aurora – Photo credit: Corporal W. Pfneisl, 404 (Long Range Patrol & Training) Squadron Of the 8 000‑plus hours flying the CP‑140 Aurora over the past several decades, captains...
Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
January 16, 2023 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have confirmed that remains recovered in Vendin-le-Vieil, France, are those of Corporal Percy Howarth, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The identity was confirmed through historical, genealogical, anthropological, archaeological and DNA analysis....
Canada finalizes agreement to purchase new fighter jets for Royal Canadian Air Force
The Canadian government has announced that 88 F-35 fighter jets in total will be purchased for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) – photo from RCAF/ Facebook Through Canada’s defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is acquiring modern military equipment to keep Canadians safe and protected, and to support the security of our international allies and partners....
Soldier On launches new opportunity for CAF members
Master Warrant Officer Garrett Powers of 4 Wing with his wife Tina and family – Supplied photo Soldier On is launching an initiative that provides new opportunities for ill and injured serving and Veteran soldiers, sailors and aviators. Soldier On members and their family and friends will be able to participate in different events, ranging from bowling to skating and even horseback riding!...
Steel Spirit Artist Spotlight – Jarrett Cranston
Jarrett completed a full diorama of a WWII scene around a Panzerkampfwagen VII ‘King Tiger’ tank – Supplied Photo “I needed something to fill that void. I needed something to do.” When Jarrett Cranston was medically released from the military in 2020 due to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), he initially looked forward to focusing on improving his health by going to the gym, spending...
Canadian NORAD Region: Ready to escort Santa once again
A graphic for NORAD tracks Santa 2022 – Photo courtesy of the Royal Canadian Air Force / Facebook The countdown to December 24th has begun! As the big night approaches, the Canadian NORAD Region (CANR) is happy to announce that we will be monitoring and escorting Santa as he completes his journey through Canadian airspace once again! The news was released earlier via a short video on...
Minister of National Defence announces that permanent residents are welcome to apply now to join the Canadian Armed Forces
December 5, 2022 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Permanent residents represent an important, skilled, and diverse workforce in Canada. This is why today, the Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand, announced that permanent residents are welcome to apply to enroll in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The authority for the enrolment of a citizen of another country, who has...
Sharing all things ‘pilot talk’ in new podcast
Behind the mic of the new Pilot Project Podcast, Captain Bryan Morrison is talking all things aviation with guests over upcoming episodes – Supplied Photo Aspiring pilots and aviation enthusiasts may pick up some tips, tricks and inside experiences from former CP140 Aurora pilot, Captain Bryan Morrison, who has just launched his new “The Pilot Project Podcast.” “Whether those are kids in...
The Canadian Armed Forces are modernizing: what this means for members and families
The CAF Retention Strategy – Supplied PhotoThe Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) recently release a strategic document (The CAF Retention Strategy) focusing on personnel policy changes to encourage CAF members to stay in uniform, and plan for a long, full military career The rewards and benefits for military members and their families are unlike anything you will find in the private...
Steel Spirit looking to expand to Alberta
The Steel Spirit showcases artwork and stories from Canadian military and first responders – Stock Photo An Ontario-based platform to showcase artwork and stories from Canadian military and first responders is looking to expand out west. The Steel Spirit was founded in 2017 by Barbara Brown after her husband, who works as a police officer, was posted overseas to help with a war crimes...
