Issue 12/03 – 17 December 2003
A Christmas message
From Lieutenant-General Christian Couture,
Assistant Deputy Minister
(Human Resources – Military)
As 2003 comes to a close, I would like to wish you
and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and express
my sincere gratitude for your hard work over the past 12 months.
This year has been highlighted by several significant
successes. Approval was given for new lump-sum accidental dismemberment
insurance for all CF members. Duty with Honour:
The Profession of Arms in Canada was released with great
pride. Bill C-37, which amends and modernizes the CF
Superannuation Act, received Royal Assent. The stand-up of
the CF Health Services Group signified continued revitalization
in the delivery of health care to CF members. Many of you worked
extraordinarily long and hard to effect these and many other changes.
Be proud of your accomplishments; I know that I am.
Sadly, there have also been a number of losses –
most notably, the tragic deaths of our two soldiers in Afghanistan.
We should take a moment of our holidays to remember that others
have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country, and their loved
ones will dearly miss them, especially at this time of the year.
My heart goes out to their families and friends in sincere sympathy.
I thank all of you in the Group and beyond who have
worked so hard to support the extra demands while continuing to
provide an outstanding level of dedication and support to our day-to-day
duties.
We continue to have many challenges ahead of us,
but our strength as a team is in our vision: “Look after our
people, invest in them and give them confidence in the future."
I hope you and your families enjoy a safe and joyous
holiday season.
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