The Department of National Defence (DND) met with different participants from the provinces and territories in Ottawa over the past two days to discuss the department’s Seamless Canada initiative.

“The wellbeing of the women and men of our Canadian Armed Forces and their families is my priority. Relocations can be a difficult experience for members and their families, and we are committed to resolving issues and easing that burden. We thank the provinces and the territories for working collaboratively to find solutions that will improve the lives of Canada's military families.” 

Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence

“Improving services across Canada for Canadian Armed Forces members and their families is a must. Moving is a challenging experience even in the best conditions, and I am committed to helping make things easier and less stressful when they relocate across the country.”

General Jonathan Vance, Chief of the Defence Staff

• Seamless Canada was launched on June 27, 2018 to help alleviate significant stressors for Canadian Armed Forces members and their families during relocation.

• Most of the stressors arise from issues related to healthcare, employment, child care, and education.

• While there is already a level of collaboration between DND and each province and territory in addressing transition issues for military families, there is value in ongoing and strengthened cooperation.

• The Seamless Canada initiative supports Canada’s Defence Policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE) by helping the Canadian Armed Forces retain the talented people it recruits, while ensuring their wellbeing.

Associated links

• Seamless Canda initative launches in Toronto
• Canada’s Defence Policy: Strong, Secure, Engaged (SSE)

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