Defence Team News - June 2, 2021
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Defence Team News – October 20, 2020
COVID-19: You are encouraged to visit the Defence Team COVID-19 Information Page for the latest information pertinent to both civilian and military Defence Team members. You can also find all of the latest information for all Canadians on the COVID-19 page on Canada.ca.
Features
- Mourning 215 Indigenous Children
- Defence Team Champion for Indigenous Peoples response to Kamloops Residential School Discovery
- Release of 2020 Report on Suicide Mortality in the Canadian Armed Forces
- Message from the MND regarding the tabling of the Third Independent Review of the National Defence Act report
- May 28: Twitter Update from the Deputy Minister Jody Thomas
Messages for the Defence Team
- Reminder - Step-by-step video: Reporting harassment or violence in the workplace
- It’s still not too late to complete your 2021 Census
- Disability Inclusion: Micro-Learning Videos
- Message to Employees on Mental Health from the President of the Treasury Board
- Reach out and connect with friends during ‘June is Recreation Month’
- Join us for the next icCafé: “The Power of Networking and Network Hubs Initiatives” (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- The Office of Disability Management expands area of services
- Military Spouse Employment Initiative Testimonial: Keri Roy and Sgt Palmater
- Check out Mauril, a new (free!) application for learning French and English
CAF Members
- Improvement to the DND 404 Driver’s Licence
- Share your thoughts on the five proposed designs for the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan
Civilian Employees
- Stay Updated on Pay and Benefits through Social Media
- Leave with Income Averaging Deadlines for Summer Holidays
- Managers: Be Proactive When Submitting Actings for Summer Holidays
- Employees: Alternate Section 34 Manager Selection for Summer Leave
- Demystifying your Pay Stub - New Course on GCcampus!
- Hiring Managers: Recruitment and talent sourcing - leveraging social media
- Managers’ Pay Responsibilities Calendar: Improving Pay Outcomes for Civilian Employees
- You now have access in HRMS (PeopleSoft) to view your training history (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Canada School of Public Service : Welcoming Event for Students
Videos
News releases
- Defence Minister Sajjan participates in virtual NATO Defence Ministers’ Meeting
- Defence Minister releases results of the Third Independent Review of the National Defence Act and begins implementation of recommendations
- New Chaplain General for the Canadian Armed Forces
- RCAF Air Demonstration teams launch 2021 season under Operation INSPIRATION
COVID-19/Business Resumption Planning
Featured articles
- Updated Defence Team COVID-19 Resources
- Working through a Spring Resurgence: Arrangements and Leave
- COVID-19 update further to implementation of interprovincial border checkpoints
Web resources
- CDS/DM Directive for CAF/DND Activities in a COVID-19 Environment (Spring 2021 Posture)
- Resuming work
- Updated resources for communicating BRP updates
- Working remotely tools, guides and resources
Mental health and wellness
Defence Team members can access a variety of resources and information to help maintain and improve our mental health and overall personal well-being.
The Torch
‘The Torch’ is a Self-Development Learning Hub designed to reinforce continuous learning among CAF members. Check out the updated information in the ‘Profession of Arms Reading List’ section at link. PREVIEW Profession of Arms Reading List - The Torch - LibGuides at Canadian Forces College (you are now leaving the Government of Canada website). New information in the ‘Upcoming Events’ and ‘Monthly Defence and Security Outlook’ sections as well.
Digital Learning
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