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Support Our Troops
CFPSA NR 06.018 - September 21, 2006
OTTAWA – People from across the country are seeking ways to show their support for the brave men and women who serve with the Canadian Forces (CF) both at home and abroad.
In response, the CF Personnel Support Agency (CFPSA) has recently launched its official “Support Our Troops" campaign, which gives Canadians easy and effective ways to support the entire CF community.
Canadians can show their support by:
Buy the official “Support Our Troops” merchandise sanctioned by the CF: This includes t-shirts (in red to support Red Fridays), ball caps, car and fridge magnets, cling vinyl window decals, bracelets, lapel pins, and more. Order items online at: www.cfpsa.com/canex. All proceeds from the sales of CFPSA “Support Our Troops” items are reinvested directly into morale and welfare programs for CF members and their families.
Writing to the Troops: Let CF members know they are appreciated by posting a message on the online message board at www.forces.gc.ca/site/Community/Messageboard/index_e.asp.
Becoming an employee of the CFPSA, Staff of the Non-Public Funds, CF:
- Deployed operations - CFPSA deployed operations employ civilian personnel on six-month rotations to deliver morale and welfare programs for deployed CF members; from barbers to food and retail cashiers (including Tim Hortons), to fitness, recreation, and travel coordinators. Those interested can apply online at: www.cfpsa.com/en/deployed.
- Domestically - Approximately 5,600 employees are serving the men and women of the CF and their families throughout Canada. For all positions, visit www.cfpsa.com/en/services/hr/index.asp.
Offering military leave to employees or students: Members of Canada’s Reserve Force are needed to serve on CF operations both at home and overseas. With the support of their employers or educators, these reservists can serve Canada without having to lose their permanent civilian jobs or having to face academic penalties. Organizations interested in implementing a military leave policy should contact the Canadian Forces Liaison Council at 1-800-567-9908 or visit www.cflc.forces.gc.ca.
Placing an ad in Canadian Forces Newspapers (CFN): CFNs have a circulation of over 70,000, reaching 15 military bases in seven provinces. Visit www.cfpsa.com/newspapers for more information.
Making a donation:
- Donate to Operation Santa Claus: Christmas gift packages filled with items donated by Canadian corporations are sent to every deployed CF member stationed throughout the world. Donating organizations must meet specific criteria (including requirement for a quantity of 3,500 of a single item). For more information or to make a donation, visit www.cfpsa.com (click “Operation Santa Claus” in left column) or contact Shirley Penny, CFPSA amenities coordinator, at 613-995-8779 or Penny.SM@forces.gc.ca.
- Donate to Military Family Resource Centres: Located on CF Bases across the country, Military Family Resource Centres (MFRC) provide support to the parents or the spouses and children of deployed CF members. Contributions must be coordinated with the specific MFRC. To locate an MFRC, please contact Maria DiVirgilio, field operation assistant, at 613-995-2479 or visit www.cfpsa.com/en/psp/dmfs/mfrccontact.
- Become a corporate donor (or sponsor): The CFPSA teams up with Canada’s corporate community to ensure the availability of high-calibre programs, products, and services for specific morale and welfare activities. For further information on corporate sponsorship, visit: www.cfpsa.com/sponsorship.
For more information on any of these “Support Our Troops” programs, visit: www.cfpsa.com/supportourtroops
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Media Contact info:
Brenna Morell
Media Relations Coordinator
Canadian Forces Personnel Support Agency
613-996-6204
morell.brenna@cfpsa.com
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