International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia 2025
Supplied Photo May 17th, the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT) is a day to reflect, to honour, and to reaffirm our commitment—to equity, to dignity, and to the continued fight against discrimination in all its forms. It’s a day that speaks to the heart of who we are as a Defence Team: a united force, strengthened by our diversity, and committed to...
Celebrating CAF Military Police During National Police Week
File Photo As National Police Week unfolds from May 11 to 17, 2025, Canadians are taking a moment to appreciate the dedicated individuals who keep our communities safe. This year’s theme, “Committed to Serve Together,” underscores the collaborative spirit of law enforcement across the nation. Among these guardians are the Canadian Forces Military Police (CFMP), a unique group...
Canadian veterans prepare for Nijmegen Marches in the Netherlands
Brigadier-General (Ret’d) Peter Holt and Captain (Ret’d) Adwin “OJ” Gallant are preparing for the International Four Days Marches Nijmegen. This year, it will be held from July 15 to 18. (Submitted photo) This summer, thousands of marchers from more than 70 countries will converge on the Netherlands for the world-renowned International Four Days Marches Nijmegen, a physically and emotionally...
April is Month of the Military Child
Supplied Photo Children from military families are an important part of our Canadian Armed Forces community. They are naturally introduced to a military lifestyle marked by deployments, parental absences, relocations and more. Some of the ways we support children and youth from military families We celebrate their strength and resilience, as well as their sacrifice on the home front. We offer a...
Join Us in Creating a Positive Change: Become a Defence Representative
File Photo The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre’s Restorative Engagement (RE) program is inviting CAF members and DND public service employees from all walks of life to join our upcoming Defence representatives’ cohorts. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative journey that is making a real difference. Get involved As per the DM/CDS Message published on...
The Defence Team Official Languages Co-Champions invite you to celebrate the International Day of La Francophonie 2025
Supplied Photo Dear members of the Defence Team, On March 20, 2025, we invite you to participate in the International Day of La Francophonie, highlighted by the “Rendez-vous de la Francophonie” under the theme: Cultivate your roots! It is a way to celebrate a dynamic, ever-evolving culture that unites and strengthens us. The International Day of La Francophonie is an opportunity for Canada to...
How fraud can hurt the Defence Team
File Photo March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. The potential for fraud within the Defence Team poses serious risks to national security, military readiness, and public trust. Whether it involves procurement fraud, financial mismanagement, or corruption, fraudulent activities in defence agencies can weaken a country’s ability to protect itself and respond to threats. Below are some...
Fraud Prevention Month: Help strengthen the Defence Team against fraud
Stock Photo March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. As a member of the Defence Team, this is an excellent opportunity to learn what fraud is, how it can affect the Defence Team, and what to do if something doesn’t look right. As an individual, you are the first line of defence against fraud – and we need your help! Start off Fraud Prevention Month by anonymously completing a short...
Expanding basic training increases CAF capacity
A group of recruits during a gym training session supervised by the Personnel Support Program (PSP) at the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec – Supplied Photo The Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School (CFLRS) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) by providing basic training to all recruits and...
CDS/DM Message: Recruitment Process Modernization
File Photo Attracting potential recruits to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in today’s competitive job market is challenging as young adults have many career options. In addition, they are often not familiar with the benefits of military service, the opportunities and experiences offered to those in uniform, the more than 100 career options available, and the potential pathways to personal...