Defence Team News - October 11, 2023

Defence Team News - November 21, 2023
Now on the Maple Leaf

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.

Messages for the Defence Team

- Update: Privacy breach and return to service of BGRS and SIRVA Canada
- National Addictions Awareness Week: Inspiration, innovation and inclusion
- Attend the International Day of Persons with Disabilities event on November 30 (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Participate in the NDWCC virtual rubber duck race
- Learn what to do when receiving an ATIP request
CAF Members
- CANSOFCOM invests in equality for next generation of hard ballistic plates
- CAF reintroduce uniformed nurse practitioners
- Mental health supports for Primary Reserve Force members participating in domestic operations
Civilian Employees
- Adding your partner to your benefits (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Learn about illness, injury or impairment leave (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Use the new Leave Codes page to submit the proper leave request (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Calling for nominations: Deputy Minister Commendations Wellness Award (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Retroactive payments to be issued for various groups (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Leave guidance during Quebec teachers' strike (accessible only on the National Defence network)
- Managers: Use student bridging to appoint a recent graduate (accessible only on the National Defence network)
The Maple Leaf

- Upcoming information sessions on SMSRC's Restorative Engagement program
- Join the Restorative Engagement program to help make a difference
- 200 attendees participate in the Cyber Security Training Forum
- Mobilizing sponsorship for an equitable workforce
- The Observe-Orient-Decide-Act (OODA) Loop and the Half-Beat
- Mentoring Circles Program: Cultivating psychological safety
Videos
Defence Team News: Ex ARDENT DEFENDER 23
CAF Story | Your journey in the CAF is one of empowerment
Digital Learning

- Join the MegaConnEX networking event starting tomorrow!
- Register now for the Men's Mental Health webinar on November 23 and 29
- What's New This Week? - The Torch - LibGuides at Canadian Forces College
News

- Second status report of the External Monitor
- Read the following statement on the report
- Funding to address manufactured chemicals at CFB Bagotville
- Dedicated funding to commemorate the legacy of No. 2 Construction Battalion
- Construction begins on new Air Force Expeditionary Capability facility at CFB Bagotville
The Torch

“The Torch, the CAF’s Self-Development Learning Hub, has new content every Tuesday afternoon.
Check it out, save the link, and come back next week - remember ‘Torch Tuesday’.
In case you missed it
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