Canadian Armed Forces
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This past weekend, downtown Ottawa transformed into a vibrant military hub as thousands came together for the 19th edition of Canada Army Run: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Today in Iqaluit, @USAmbCanada received a @NORADCommand briefing and met with @CoastGuardCAN members and Canadian Rangers, gaining insight into how Canada and the United States work together to monitor, deter, and respond to emerging threats across the continent.
A Canadian Ranger speaking to U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra.

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A CAF member holding arms in the air to signal to a CF-18 Hornet aircraft entering a hangar.

ALT A CAF member holding arms in the air to signal to a CF-18 Hornet aircraft entering a hangar.

A CAF member speaking to a group of people as they walk out of an air hangar.

ALT A CAF member speaking to a group of people as they walk out of an air hangar.

Simon Melanson, Acting Assistant Commissioner of the Canadian Coast Guard, Arctic Region, speaking with Pete Hoekstra, U.S. Ambassador to Canada.

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Did you know the Canadian Armed Forces has over 100 possible career options? Join us to learn about the enrolment process and available career opportunities: forces.ca/en/events/#/detail…
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National Defence
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Sep 20
Ministers of National Defence and Veterans Affairs have issued the following statement recognizing the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Minister McGuinty issued the following statement to recognize Military Family Appreciation Day: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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New RFP⚓: Canadian-designed Mine Countermeasures Uncrewed Surface Vehicle for the #RCN to tackle undersea threats. Closes October 1, 2026. #BOREALIS canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tend…
Members work with explosives that are in a box on a beach. A boat is docked on the beach in the background.

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Military Personnel Command@milperscom
Sep 15
This Day in Military History: In 1916, the Battle of Flers-Courcelette began in France, fought by two British armies, one of which incorporated the 1st and 2nd Canadian Divisions.
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Do you want to learn how the Canadian Armed Forces can help you get a diploma or degree? Join us for a virtual info session and learn how we can help you meet your goals with one of our paid education programs. Register now: forces.ca/en/events/#/detail…
A large group of Officer Cadets smiling and marching in a parade while displaying their caps on the tips of raised swords. Text on image: Paid Education Opportunities – General Information. Interested in being paid while you earn a diploma or degree? Join us for this webinar to learn about our paid education programs so you can begin your career free of student debt! Tuesday, September 15, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT. *This event will be hosted in French.

ALT A large group of Officer Cadets smiling and marching in a parade while displaying their caps on the tips of raised swords. Text on image: Paid Education Opportunities – General Information. Interested in being paid while you earn a diploma or degree? Join us for this webinar to learn about our paid education programs so you can begin your career free of student debt! Tuesday, September 15, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT. *This event will be hosted in French.

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Today, the CAF issued the following statement regarding Canada’s participation in a Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity this week in the Philippines’ Exclusive Economic Zone: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Join our webinar to speak with recruiters and learn more about equipment and vehicle maintenance careers in the Canadian Armed Forces: forces.ca/en/events/#/detail…
A member wearing a welding helmet welding pieces of metal together inside a workshop aboard a ship. Text on image: Virtual event, equipment and vehicle maintenance careers. Join our discussion to learn more about joining the Canadian Armed Forces as a Marine Systems Mechanical Technician, Marine Systems Electrical Technician, Electronic-Optronic Technician, or Weapons Engineering Technician. Thursday, September 10, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in English.

ALT A member wearing a welding helmet welding pieces of metal together inside a workshop aboard a ship. Text on image: Virtual event, equipment and vehicle maintenance careers. Join our discussion to learn more about joining the Canadian Armed Forces as a Marine Systems Mechanical Technician, Marine Systems Electrical Technician, Electronic-Optronic Technician, or Weapons Engineering Technician. Thursday, September 10, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in English.

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Defence Research and Development Canada
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Sep 4
Operating drones in the Arctic comes with unique challenges. We’re advancing drone technology to enhance the CAF’s ability to operate in the North. Explore some common myths and facts: canada.ca/en/department-nati…
A CAF member operating a drone on a road with buildings in the background.

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Every posting affects more than just a CAF member. At the annual Seamless Canada conference, we collaborated with our partners to identify solutions to make relocations easier for military members, their spouses, and their children. canada.ca/en/department-nati…
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Do you want to learn how the Canadian Armed Forces can help you get a diploma or degree? Join us for a virtual info session and learn how we can help you meet your goals with one of our paid education programs. Register now: forces.ca/en/events/#/detail…
A large group of Officer Cadets smiling and marching in a parade while displaying their caps on the tips of raised swords. Text on image: Paid Education Opportunities – General Information. Interested in being paid while you earn a diploma or degree? Join us for this webinar to learn about our paid education programs so you can begin your career free of student debt! Tuesday, September 1, from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EDT. *This event will be hosted in English.

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Join our webinar to speak with recruiters and learn more about how you can become a CAF Line Technician, Electrical Generation Systems Technician, or Combat Engineer: forces.ca/en/events/#/detail…
A member walking while wearing a safety helmet and a climbing harness. Text on image: Virtual event, Engineering and infrastructure careers. Join our discussion to learn more about becoming a Canadian Armed Forces Line Technician, Electrical Generation Systems Technician, or Combat Engineer. Tuesday, September 1, 11:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in French.

ALT A member walking while wearing a safety helmet and a climbing harness. Text on image: Virtual event, Engineering and infrastructure careers. Join our discussion to learn more about becoming a Canadian Armed Forces Line Technician, Electrical Generation Systems Technician, or Combat Engineer. Tuesday, September 1, 11:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in French.

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Join our webinar to learn more about careers in combat operations and discover career opportunities as an Infanteer, Gunner, Air Combat Systems Officer, or Armour Soldier: forces.ca/en/events/?#/detai…
Two members moving through an indoor environment with their weapons raised and ready. Text on image reads: Virtual event, Careers in combat operations. Join our discussion to learn more about how you can join as an Infanteer, Gunner, Air Combat Systems Officer, or Armour Soldier. Monday, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in English.

ALT Two members moving through an indoor environment with their weapons raised and ready. Text on image reads: Virtual event, Careers in combat operations. Join our discussion to learn more about how you can join as an Infanteer, Gunner, Air Combat Systems Officer, or Armour Soldier. Monday, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in English.

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National Defence
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Aug 28
A stable Indo-Pacific helps make a stronger Canada. As a Pacific nation, Canada’s prosperity is closely tied to the region. Every day, trade routes in the Indo-Pacific connect Canadian businesses with global markets. 1/4
RCN members standing on the deck of HMCS Vancouver arriving in the port of Busan, South Korea. Text on image: Canada and the Indo-Pacific region. Why it matters to Canadians. A stable Indo-Pacific helps support Canadian workers, strengthen supply chains, and grow our economy.

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From August 15 to 25, 1917, Canadian soldiers took part in the Battle of Hill 70. During the fight for this high ground overlooking the French town of Lens, nearly two thousand Canadian soldiers lost their lives. 1/4
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If you are related to Arthur, William, Cecil, or Albert – or to any Canadian missing in action during the First World War, the Second World War, or the Korean War – the Casualty Identification Program would like to hear from you. 3/4
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