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Word from the NEW DGPFSS

As the Managing Director of NPP, the CEO of a unique agency, and especially as the new Director General, I am excited and honored to take on this leadership role, in which I aim to translate strategic objectives into clear guidance to the various Divisions.


The NPP Annual Report 2010-2011 is now available!

Did you know… YOUR participation in Non-Public Property (NPP) activities resulted in 7 million being reinvested into Base Wing and Unit Funds to support YOUR local NPP programs?

The NPP Annual Report 2010-2011 is now available!

Cookbook Featuring Recipes from Military Families Nets $20K for Soldier On
Cookbook Featuring Recipes from Military Families Nets $20K for Soldier On

When Jenn Corbett accompanied her military husband to the 2009 Canada Army Run, she went home (Camp Borden at the time) with more than just fond memories of a great weekend. She returned with a desire to raise more awareness and money for Soldier On.


Military World Games put on spectacular sports event in Rio

With 6000 military athletes, 111 countries, 20 different sports, and 8 days of competition, the recent 2011 Military World Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was a sports showcase unlike any other.

Military World Games put on spectacular sports event in Rio

Birth of a new CF newspaper: Guard of Honour launched in the National Capital region

On June 28, 2011, the very first edition of the new Canadian Forces newspaper, Guard of Honour, was published in the National Capital Region (NCR). This new paper will not only inform its members, but will also serve to create synergy among those, in uniform or not, who dedicate themselves to their jobs day in and day out across the region.


Triathletes perform well at CF National Championship

Once again, Canadian Forces athletes have put their best foot forward at the 2011 CF National Triathlon Championship, which were held on July 9 at the Leamy Lake Park in Gatineau, Quebec.

Triathletes perform well at CF National Championship

Support Our Troops banner arrives at Kandahar Air Field
Support Our Troops banner arrives at Kandahar Air Field

Well wishes and personal messages of support have made their way to our men and women in Afghanistan.  Thousands of Ottawans signed a BMO Bank of Montreal Support Our Troops banner which was part of the Ottawa 67s CF Appreciation Night.


CF/DND Firefighters Take on the Challenge with Determination

The firefighters left the fire station long enough to pit themselves against their peers in the recent Southern Alberta Regional Firefighter Combat Challenge in Drumheller, Alberta last June.

CF/DND Firefighters Take on the Challenge with Determination

Family Members from Australia Join Contest Winners in Toronto
Family Members from Australia Join Contest Winners in Toronto

There were hugs, laughs and a few tears when the Miock family reunited as a part of the June is Recreation Month Grand Prize celebration.


CANEX supports “Paddle On for Soldier On”

From 30 July to 7 August, two retired Canadian Forces members kayaked from Kingston to Ottawa via the Rideau River and Canal System for the great cause “Paddle On for Soldier On”.

CANEX supports “Paddle On for Soldier On”

PSP Edmonton staff training injured soldiers for climb of a lifetime
PSP Edmonton staff training injured soldiers for climb of a lifetime

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is a challenge that demands careful training for even the fittest of athletes. For four soldiers recovering from critical orthopaedic injuries sustained in Afghanistan, the climb will be a remarkable test of adaptability, strength and endurance.