CAF/DND
Defence Minister Anita Anand announces air defence system donation to Ukraine
January 11, 2023
Defence Minister Anita Anand announced Canada is purchasing a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS) and associated munitions from the United States to donate to Ukraine. This high-priority donation is the first Canadian donation of an air defence system to Ukraine. A NASAMS is a short to medium range ground-based air defence system that protects against drone, missile, and aircraft attack, with a high success rate.
Why your participation in 2022 Survey on Sexual Misconduct in CAF matters
January 5, 2023
Last October, Statistics Canada (StatCan) began collecting data for its Survey on Sexual Misconduct in the CAF (SSMCAF). StatCan distributed invitations to more than 80,000 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members in the Regular Force and the Primary Reserve by mail or e-mail. The deadline for participation has been extended. You now have until Jan. 26 to participate.
New immediate support for military veterans: Mental Health Benefits
December 31, 2022
Mental health is vital to our overall well-being, but unlike other wounds, our internal struggles can often be harder to spot and treat. So many aspects of our lives are affected by our mental health, which is why it’s important to get the right treatment when we need it.
Christmas message from CDS, CAF CWO during holiday season
December 23, 2022
The holiday season is upon us, and we hope it brings time for you to relax and recharge in the company of family and friends, after what has been yet another extraordinarily busy year. We also hope you’ll take the opportunity to reflect on the year gone by, and all that we have accomplished together. We are so proud of all that you have done in this regard.
North Warning Systems good to go for Santa tracking: Canadian Rangers
December 22, 2022
Every year, the Canadian Rangers support a very noteworthy task: inspecting the sensor arrays that contribute to NORAD’s annual Santa-tracking efforts. The Rangers, a 5,000-person strong sub-component of the Canadian Army Reserve, live largely in remote, isolated, and coastal regions of Canada, much like everyone’s favourite elf.
Defence minister, CDS visit deployed CAF members deployed abroad ahead of holiday season
December 20, 2022
Department of National Defence (DND) Minister Anita Anand and Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Wayne Eyre have concluded a trip to Scotland, Kuwait, and Jordan, where they met with and thanked Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members deployed abroad. In Scotland, Anand and Gen Eyre visited Prestwick, where a RCAF Air Mobility Detachment is deployed and delivering Ukraine-bound military aid donated by Canada, Allies, and partners to third country locations – and supporting other CAF missions such as O REASSURANCE.
Defence Minister updates parliament on reforms to address sexual harassment, misconduct in DND/CAF
December 13, 2022
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members protect Canadians every single day. Far too many CAF members have experienced sexual harassment and sexual misconduct. In order to protect those who protect us, we must commit to and undertake systemic reform.
Military Police patrol cruisers new look among top ‘best dress vehicles’ in Canada
December 7, 2022
Blue Line’s 2023 annual best dressed police vehicle awards announced its winners in November, with the Canadian Armed Forces’ MP new vehicle design garnered second-place. With submissions from coast-to-coast to coast, this award is the only program of its kind in Canada.
2PPCLI hone section attack skills with various scenarios
December 5, 2022
Spending time in the RTA with 2PPCLI gives media types an opportunity to observe the infantry hone their skills.
Such as working on section attacks, with B Coy involved in the annual Ex KAPYONG RAMPART.
Op REASSURANCE: Rookie CAF military photographer in focus on Latvian deployment
December 2, 2022
I didn’t end up in Latvia by accident. I’ve been after something relevant since I started my career with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and being part of this six-month tour, understanding our role here, learning and experiencing NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence (EFP) first-hand has definitely checked that box but over time it became more than a “bucket list” item.
