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Welcome to the July edition of Morale and Welfare Team Updates, an online newsletter specifically designed to inform all those who administer or deliver the programs that enhance the quality of life of serving and former military personnel and their families.
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As officially announced by the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, the Government of Canada (GOC) will fully cover the SISIP FS LTD insurance premiums for service- related injuries and illnesses. With the announced changes, the GOC will pay 100% of the premiums for service-related injuries and illnesses for Regular Force personnel.
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For his work in helping Canadian Forces members who have been severely injured or disabled, Sergeant Andrew McLean was awarded the King Clancy Award in Toronto on February 9, 2009. Sgt McLean, a search and rescue technician at 8 Wing Trenton, is a co-founder of the Soldier On program that aids people in recovery from disability, whether from accident or illness, through sports and active living.
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A choir composed of families and friends of military members joined its voice to the Royal 22e Regiment Band as a way to support the troops when they are deployed.
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A small group of people had an idea to inject more dynamism into their working group and bring the entire staff on board. Their idea blossomed into the "Coventry Initiative" with a goal to promote health development within the civilian and military staff of the Department of Defence, including Director Casualty Support Management (DCSM) employees, who work at 285 Coventry Road.
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The Royal Canadian Legion’s Troop Morale Fund was set up in January 2007 to buy US dollar gift certificates so that our troops in Afghanistan can get a free cup of coffee and a doughnut every two weeks. By 29 April 2009 more than $400,000 dollars had been collected from branches and donors across Canada.
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Physical activity plays a key role in being healthy, fit, and able to perform your best in operational settings. We can achieve many health benefits from doing physical activities that range from light (such as walking) to quite intense efforts such as longer distance running, weight training, or sprints.
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Time, expertise, energies, and efforts – there’s no doubt that volunteers make invaluable contributions to Canadian Forces (CF) communities around the world. Director Military Family Services is pleased to announce that SISIP FS will be maintaining their level of financial support to VOREP for 2009-2010.
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As part of the CF Health and Fitness Strategy, 33 Personal Support Programs (PSP) Physical Exercise Specialists (PES) were hired on Bases and Wings across the CF.
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For first-time home buyers, one of the biggest challenges is trying to make sense of it all. Before making the decision to purchase, here are a few things to consider if you want to get into the market and manage home-ownership costs moving forward.
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The Ottawa Irish Rugby Club and a team made up of CF members and featuring the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Peter MacKay, faced each other during an exhibition match, with the proceeds going to the Military Families Fund (MFF).
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Simon Bélanger is the Fitness Coordinator at Saint-Jean Garrison. Him and spouse Marie-Pier took part in a t.v. show to try to win a house.
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