CAF/DND
Defence Minister meets with NATO Allies — announces deployment of Canadian Army Tank Squadron to Latvia
Defence Minister Anita Anand concluded a successful visit to Brussels, Belgium. During her visit, she participated in the 13th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group and a meeting of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Defence Ministers.
CAF welcomes new Judge Advocate General
Minister of National Defence Anita Anand announced the appointment of Col Robin Holman as the next Judge Advocate General (JAG) of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). Effective June 28, Col Holman will serve in this role for a term of four years and will be promoted to the rank of brigadier-general.
A look into newly refreshed eight-week BMQ
Continuous improvement is key to remaining effective in any type of training environment — Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) is no exception. In 2021, the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School conducted a review of basic training for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).
Defence Minister addresses one-year anniversary of Independent External Comprehensive Review
Minister of National Defence Anita Anand addressed the one-year anniversary of the Independent External Comprehensive Review.
Defence Minister announces new funding opportunity for Indigenous collaboration on defence matters
As we make landmark investments to modernize the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), we are committed to ensuring that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples are able to provide input on defence issues, and that our institution respects and values the rights enshrined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
Three Canadian Great War soldiers being buried in France
The burials of three Canadian soldiers of the First World War — Pte Harry Atherton, Cpl Percy Howarth, and Sgt Richard Musgrave — will take place June 8 at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission’s (CWGC) Loos British Cemetery outside Loos-en-Gohelle, France.
19 Canada Pride citation ceremonies hosted by DND across Canada
In April, the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) began holding regional ceremonies to present the Canada Pride Citation to eligible current and former military members, as defined in the Ross, Roy, Satalic Class Action Final Settlement Agreement, also known as the LGBT Purge Class Action.
One Year after Independent External Comprehensive Review of DND, CAF
Colleagues, May 30 marks one year since the release of the final report of the Independent External Comprehensive Review (IECR), led by former Supreme Court Justice Louise Arbour.
Peruvian volunteers offered their bravery, sacrifice in CAF during two World Wars
The Latin American community has played a significant role in defending Canadian values and ethics throughout history. From Confederation on wards, individuals from Latin American countries, including Peru, actively participated in Canada’s military during times of conflict.
DND, CAF celebrated Indigenous Awareness Week
Last week, the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) commemorated Indigenous Awareness Week. This included activities at CFB Shilo, where four tipis were raised in a field adjacent to L25. The final day featured drumming and dancing, including a circle dance involving those who took in the morning event.
