Message from the CDS and Associate DM: Welcome Deputy Minister Stefanie Beck

June 3, 2024 - Defence Stories

Team,

Today, we are delighted to welcome Stefanie Beck back to the Defence Team as our new Deputy Minister.

Many of you will remember Deputy Minister Beck from her former role as Associate Deputy Minister of National Defence, and we are excited that she will be bringing her wealth of experience on global and domestic issues during an exciting time for the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF). As we work to implement historic investments through our new Defence Policy, Our North, Strong and Free, to continue to progress on culture change, to modernize our processes, support our CAF members, and more, we look forward to Stefanie’s leadership, perspectives, and expertise on such important files.

On Friday, we said goodbye to a tremendous partner and friend, Deputy Minister Bill Matthews, as he departed to become the new Secretary of the Treasury Board. We extend our appreciation to Bill for his exceptional service, unwavering teamwork, and exemplary leadership these past few years, and wish him immense success in his new role.

Please join us in welcoming Stefanie into her new role as Deputy Minister of National Defence.