The word OUTCAN refers to "Outside Canada." The DND/CF OUTCAN Program encompasses all programs and initiatives within the DND/CF that involve the establishment of OUTCAN positions as well as the posting or assignment of DND/CF personnel. The OUTCAN Program does not include deployed operations that take place OUTCAN under the auspices of an Operational Command.
On the first of June 2006, the VCDS took authority, responsibility and accountability for the OUTCAN Program. Oversight for the Program was delegated to the COS VCDS. The OUTCAN Co-ordination Section was then created to assist the COS VCDS with this function.
The OUTCAN Coord Section’s role is to provide the policies and directives for the Program and is responsible to COS VCDS for:
Members from the OUTCAN organizations are part of the OUTCAN staff. The community of OUTCAN staff encompasses all the following:
Before thinking on applying for a posting outside Canada (OUTCAN), you owe it to yourself and to your family to take a look at the information provided here which should help you to make a proper decision on whether you and your family are ready for this great experience.
This is only a sample of the issues that you and your family may face while you are posted abroad. You owe it to yourself to seek out information and advice to ensure that you are able to make an informed decision on this important matter.
For more information: Working Abroad - Unravelling the Maze
Note: Be advised that this service is limited to members accredited to a Mission, such as CDLS(L), CDLS(W), Defence Attachés, CFILOs accreddited, BNATO.
Coming back from posting or preparing for next posting: your spouse can benefit from SESO's assistance. Get in touch with us.
The Spousal Employment Support Office supports the rotationality of our employees by facilitating employment opportunities for spouses through direct client service and the development of spousal employment tools and policies.
SESO works to increase employment options for family members of rotational employees, both at home and abroad:
Going on posting?
Employees and their spouses can access SESO support from the beginning of the assignments process and starting early in the job search, before one leaves for post, is beneficial. Spouses can find a great deal of information by contacting SESO including with regard to Spousal Employment Reports for missions abroad and information on how spouses can request a security clearance. For help in getting started, contact the SESO Coordinator to schedule an appointment for an advising session.
Returning to Headquarters?
Keep your spouse in the loop and make sure that your spouse is registered with SESO in order to receive information and support, including announcements of job opportunities, upcoming training and events. To register your spouse, send us an email: SESO-BSEC.HFP@international.gc.ca
Administrative and pay services to OUTCAN personnel are provided by numerous organizations. To find about your respective support organization, please refer to your posting message to find your gaining URS.
Your day to day administrative support will be provided by your URS listed below with access to their respective orderly room web sites: