Royal Canadian Legion announces 2022 Silver Cross Mother
Mrs. Candy Greff of Lacombe, Alberta – Photo from the Royal Canadian Legion The Royal Canadian Legion has announced the 2022 Silver Cross Mother. Mrs. Candy Greff of Lacombe, Alberta has been chosen to represent the mothers of Canada at the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa. During her tenure, which began on November 1st, the National Silver Cross Mother fulfills other...
Veteran perfects the art of portraiture in remembrance
Soldiers and veterans come to life through impressionist portraits in a home studio of one Bedford, N.S. artist. Retired warrant officer Gilles Boudreault says art lets him reflects with remembrance on friends and colleagues that has passed on from his former units. “I don’t usually think of one particular unit or person on Remembrance Day but this year, more than ever, I will be thinking of all...
Child amputee finds inspiration from Second World War veteran
Charlie Jefferson, a Second World War amputee veteran and Isla McCallum, a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program – Submitted Photo Eight-year-old Isla McCallum is an energetic young girl with a big smile, and Charlie Jefferson, 98, is a veteran of the Second World War. At first glance, these two appear to have little in common, yet they share something special: They are both...
Enter your best photos to the CAF Imagery Contest
The 55th annual Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Imagery Contest – Stock Photo Ladies and gentlemen, get your cameras ready! The 55th annual Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Imagery Contest will be open for submissions from 1 – 27 November, and we want you to send us your best shots. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an amateur photography lover, this is the contest for you. We want to see...
Why do we say ‘trick or treat’?
Homeowners think nothing of having goblins, nurses, vampires, or astronauts showing up at their doors each October asking for candy. Any other time of the year and these visitors might be turned away. But Halloween is all about the magical and the macabre, and trick-or-treating is a major component of the festivities. Kids and adults alike cry out “trick or treat” at each house they...
Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
October 28, 2022 – Ottawa – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have confirmed the identification of remains recovered during a munitions clearing process in Vendin-le-Vieil, France, as being those of Private Harry Atherton, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The identity was confirmed through historical,...
Minister Anand announces investment of up to $3.7 billion to supply operational clothing and footwear to the Canadian Armed Forces
October 20, 2022 – Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces Today, the Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand, announced that Logistik Unicorp based in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, has been awarded a contract to provide operational clothing and footwear to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). This contract, valued at up to $3.7 billion over 20 years, will...
Recruiters looking to hire military spouses at two virtual career fairs
Military Family Services will host a two-part virtual career fair for military spouses across the country – Supplied Photo On October 26 and November 1, Military Family Services will host a two-part virtual career fair for military spouses across the country as part of the Military Spousal Employment Network. “The benefit of a virtual career fair is that regardless of location, people from...
The Sexual Misconduct Response Centre Launches a New Grant Program to Increase Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors
October 18, 2022 – Ottawa, Ontario – Department of National Defence Improving access to support services across Canada for those who have been affected by sexual misconduct within the Defence community is a top priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Today, the Sexual Misconduct Response Centre (SMRC) launched a Call for Applications for its new...
Celebrating Small Business Week with RCAF spouse and entrepreneur Laura Hanek
Entrepreneur and RCAF spouse Laura Hanek with her husband, who works as an aviation technician in Petawawa – Supplied Photo Entrepreneurship is a viable option for many military spouses and family members looking to expand their horizons. In fact, recent research shows that approximately eight percent of employed military spouses are self-employed, making it that much easier to transport...
