• LONG RANGE STRATEGIC PLANNING PROJECT 2030: This initiative has been designed to ensure the development of a long range Strategic Plan for Morale and Welfare programs that will remain both effective and responsive through the coming decades. The methodology will maximize input from key stakeholders and existing social scientific research to determine the type of services, programs and activities that will best fit the needs of the future defence community. The strategy will be implemented through complementary short, medium and long range plans which will include specific, clearly defined goals and associated action items, deliverables and timelines for each activity. The inclusion of a structured monitoring and reporting system will ensure the Strategic Plan remains current and relevant, facilitating a more proactive approach to the overall strategic management through the future decades.

• BASE AND WING COMMANDERS SYMPOSIUM 2010: The Symposium that took place from 27 to 29 April 2010 focused on the following main topics: the financial health of Non-Public Property; the role that everyone has in protecting NPP; interactive sessions on the New Deal implementation; and the imminent 2029 strategic planning. DGPFSS will follow up in all areas and will use this and other forums to keep all involved and informed.

• JOINT PERSONNEL SUPPORT UNIT (JPSU) UPDATE: In 2009, the Minister of National Defence approved the establishment of 19 Integrated Personnel Support Centres (IPSCs) to meet the needs of ill and injured personnel. These sites are now operational with approximately 207 new Full-Time positions across Canada. Approval for the full capability will be sought in May 2010, with the implementation of 5 additional sites to be stood up before the end of March 2011.

• NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL SPORTS: Due to financial restrictions as well as the operational impact of the Winter Olympics, the CF Sports Program witnessed a reduction in activity for the end of FY 2009/2010. The results are limited activities for international sports (CISM) and the rescheduling and cancellation of some National Championships. In particular, all CF Hockey and Swimming Nationals in 2010 were cancelled. Despite the many challenges, both the national and international programs are striving to provide maximum opportunities for our military athletes to compete at their highest potential. Canada will continue to host the CISM Military World Taekwondo Championships that will take place between 14 and 21 July in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, where approximately 250 of the world’s best taekwondo athletes will compete.

• NPP BOARD MEETING: You can find details about the NPP Board Meeting on 10 February 2010 at: www.cfpsa.com/includes/NPP_Minutes_20090415.pdf. The next NPP Board meeting is scheduled to take place on 26 May 2010. Agenda items will include: Report on the Base Commanders Symposium that took place in April 2010; Presentation on “The Economics of Non-Public Property”; Progress report on the “NPP New Deal”; DGPFSS update on NPP Audit Committee meeting held on 5 May 2010; FY 09/10 Preliminary NPP Financial Results; and the Investment Committee report.

• CANEX OTTAWA STORE OPENING: The official opening of the new CANEX retail store in Ottawa took place on 19 March 2010. The store is located at 4210 Labelle Street, just off the Queensway near the St. Laurent Shopping Centre. More than 300 people lined up in front of the store for the grand opening and helped make the most successful opening in CANEX’s history.

• SISIP FS AND CANEX CONTRIBUTES TO A TOBACCO-FREE ENVIRONMENT: SISIP Financial Services (SISIP FS) and CANEX have been steadfast supporters and longstanding contributors to the March 1st “I Quit” challenge. SISIP FSwas present at the National Draw for this year’s winners. As a component of the Butt Out program, this campaign aims at helping everyone quit the use of all tobacco products, and is part of the diverse health promotion programs of the CF Health and Fitness Strategy. March 1st “I Quit” is a further opportunity and incentive to try quitting with the proper level of support and motivation. SISIP FS and CANEX have contributed just over $18,000 to this initiative.

• SPORTS AWARDS CEREMONY: This year, the Sports Awards Ceremony will take place on 6 November 2010, at the National Arts Centre, in Ottawa. The theme will be Sports in Deployed Operations. Information about nominees, Hall of Fame and Honour Roll will be included in a Maple Leaf insert that will be published on 13 October. You can read more details at www.CFSportsAwardsCeremony.ca.

• JUNE RECREATION MONTH: Organized by DGPFSS, National Recreation, June Recreation Office draws public attention to the benefits and values of recreation and parks to individuals, families, neighborhoods and communities, and works to recognize and celebrate how recreation and parks contribute to the quality of life of Canadians. Visit www.cfpsa.com\recreation to learn more about how you can inspire play, read the success stories from bases and wings and have a chance to win a Recreation Month prize package.

• ANNUAL REPORT 2009/2010: The Annual Report 2009/2010 will be distributed this summer. A highlights poster will be printed and distributed through Maple Leaf and CFNs at the end of July. A more detailed version will be posted on the CFPFSS website.

• NEW PROJECT FOR THE RETIRED MILITARY COMMUNITY: This year, DGPFSS will launch a trial outreach service project to the retired military community in the National Capital Regional. The project is intended to find ways of keeping in touch with former CF personnel and provide access to NPP Morale and Welfare programs and services. For more information or to join our mailing list, email recreation@cfpsa.com.

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