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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 15
    Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Ville de Québec departed its homeport of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to deploy on Operation REASSURANCE. canada.ca/en/department-…
    Members of the Royal Canadian Navy stand on the deck of HMCS Ville de Québec, looking out toward the horizon.
    A mother holds her child as they watch HMCS Ville de Québec sail across the water. Both have their backs to the camera.
    Two Royal Canadian Navy members and one civilian stand on a dock with their backs to the camera. The two sailors are saluting as HMCS Ville de Québec sails in the background while a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter hovers overhead.
    A couple standing with their backs to the camera. In the background, HMCS Ville de Québec sails across the water as a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter hovers midair nearby.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 15
    Register for our webinar to speak with recruiters and learn more about how you can join our team as a Naval Electronic Sensor Operator, Sonar Operator, Naval Communicator, or Meteorological Technician: forces.ca/en/events/#/de…
    A member holding a handset on the bridge of a ship. Text on image reads: Virtual event, Careers for Women in Computing and Intelligence. Join our discussion to learn more about becoming a Join our discussion to learn more about becoming a Naval Electronic Sensor Operator, Sonar Operator, Naval Communicator, or Meteorological Technician in the Canadian Armed Forces. in the Canadian Armed Forces. Thursday, July 16, 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EDT. *This event will be hosted in English.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 14
    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/#/de…
    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! Wednesday, July 15, from 11:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. EDT. *This event will be hosted in French.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 10
    Yesterday, First World War soldier Pte Albert Henry Detmold was laid to rest with military honours in France. Joined by family and Canadian and French representatives, he was buried by The North Saskatchewan Regiment.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 9
    A Canadian soldier of the First World War, Private Albert (Bert) Henry Detmold, was laid to rest with military honours at Loos British Cemetery, Loos-en-Gohelle, France, today. canada.ca/en/department-…
    A military funeral procession accompanies a Canadian flag-draped casket through a cemetery.
    CAF members carry a Canadian flag-draped casket during a military funeral ceremony.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 9
    Now live: facebook.com/live/producer/… Tune in to the committal ceremony for Pte Albert Henry Detmold, a Canadian soldier of the First World War at Loos British Cemetery, France. Join us in paying tribute to his service and sacrifice.
    Black and white photo of Soldier Albert Henry Detmold. Text on image: Burial of First World War Canadian Soldier, Pte Detmold. Ceremony now live on Facebook.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 9
    The live stream has now ended.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 8
    On July 9 at 8:45 am EDT, Canadians are invited to tune in for the committal ceremony for Pte Detmold, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The ceremony will be live from Loos British Cemetery in Loos-en-Gohelle, France. canada.ca/en/department-…
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 8
    Join us for a virtual information session to learn about the unique educational programs and entry plans available to Indigenous Peoples in the Canadian Armed Forces. Register now: ow.ly/u37Q50ZlztS
    A student standing at attention with a weapon during a parade. Text on image: Virtual event, Opportunities for Indigenous Peoples. Join us for a virtual discussion to learn about the unique educational programs and entry plans available to Indigenous Peoples in the Canadian Armed Forces. Thursday, July 9, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in English.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 7
    Today, HMCS Moncton and Edmonton departed their homeport of Halifax, Nova Scotia, to deploy on Op REASSURANCE, where they will join Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One. canada.ca/en/department-…
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    Veterans Affairs CA
    @VeteransENG_CA
    Jul 7
    Fifteen years after the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan, we honour the more than 40,000 Canadians who served in the longest combat operation in Canada’s history. We will never forget. Read more: ow.ly/kqav50Zl58l #CanadaRemembers
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    Defence Investment Agency
    @DIA_Canada
    Jul 6
    Today’s announcement of TKMS as the Preferred Supplier is an important milestone in the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. We look forward to starting negotiations to finalize the agreement and secure delivery of the first 4 subs by 2034.
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    Prime Minister of Canada
    @CanadianPM
    Jul 6
    Prime Minister Carney announces the preferred supplier for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project – the largest defence procurement in Canadian history. Learn more: pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-r…
    Prime Minister Mark Carney is speaking at a news conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is joined by Minister Mélanie Joly, Minister David J. McGuinty, Chief Executive Officer of the Defence Investment Agency, Doug Guzman, Premier of Nova Scotia, Tim Houston, and members of the Royal Canadian Navy.
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    National Defence
    @NationalDefence
    Jul 6
    Milestone reached for the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability. ✅ On July 2, the first CC-330 Husky completed its first test flight in Spain, allowing teams to assess design, performance, and safety. canada.ca/en/department-…
    A CC-330 Husky during take off over a grassy field by a sunny day.
    A CC-330 Husky in the sky by a sunny day.
    A CC-330 Husky in the sky by a sunny day.
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    Canadian Armed Forces
    @CanadianForces
    Jul 6
    Join our webinar to speak with recruiters and learn more about how you can join the CAF as a Marine Systems Mechanical Technician, Marine Systems Electrical Technician, and Vehicle Technician: forces.ca/en/events/#/de…
    A vehicle technician repairing a truck’s engine. Text on image: Virtual event, Women in Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance. Join our discussion to learn more about joining the Canadian Armed Forces as a Marine Systems Mechanical Technician, Marine Systems Electrical Technician, and Vehicle Technician. Tuesday, July 7, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EDT. This event will be hosted in French.
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    Military Personnel Command
    @milperscom
    Jul 3
    Did you know? Seamless Canada works with provinces and territories to improve spousal employment supports for CAF families. Help shape these efforts by completing the feedback form: canada.ca/en/department-… #SeamlessCanada
    A graphic showing several people, some are in military uniform. Text: Your spousal employment feedback helps to inform discussions with provinces and territories.
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