Update on Defence Team Vaccination Statuses

November 23, 2021 - Defence Stories

Defence Team,

We are proud to say that as of today, approximately 92 per cent Defence Team members have attested to being fully vaccinated. Thank you, Defence Team, for continuing to demonstrate leadership and protect others in the fight against COVID-19.

You are making a difference. Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect our families, communities and ourselves against COVID-19. Through receiving your vaccination, you are helping to protect Canadians, ease pressures on the health care system, and pave the way for a return to ‘normal’.

While this represents a huge win for the Defence Team, the fight against COVID-19 is not yet over. While the COVID-19 vaccines are effective, there is still a small percentage of the population who are vaccinated that will still be infected with COVID-19 if they are exposed to it. Continue to do your part by following public health measures as advised by your local public health authorities. For Defence Team members who haven’t yet received the vaccine but are able to do so, please book your appointment as soon as possible.

In light of the Defence Team’s strong vaccination rates, leadership is working on a plan for opening the door to more Defence Team members working together in larger numbers in DND/CAF facilities. Recognizing that a portion of Defence Team members have continued to work in DND/CAF facilities throughout the pandemic, the plan will ensure to continue to protect the health and safety of all members.

Businesses, families, and communities have all learned to operate in new ways as a result of COVID-19, to maintain relationships, to work, and to do business in ways no one would never have imagined. The same is true for the DND/CAF. We will continue to build flexibility into our work models, including hybrid work, where this is possible and where it makes sense. L1s will be issuing plans and guidance to support staff on a new way forward, while continuing to deliver on operational priorities.

Thank you for your continued support, Defence Team.

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