NEW: The military has begun ordering troops who could be deployed to sequester for 14 days to ensure they do not have or come into contact with COVID-19 #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
The crews of two east coast Royal Canadian Navy ships have been notified to prepare to sequester (they're already working largely from home). Crews of HMCS Ville de Quebec and HMCS Moncton will sequester in a civilian hotel. #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
The Navy just released a letter with details saying they realize this is hard on sailor but necessary to preserve force capabilities. Sequestering won't being before Wed April 1st #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
In his letter @CDS_Canada_CEMD Jon Vance said troops returning from overseas will be quarantined for 14 days to ensure they don't have the virus. #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
The military will also sequester or test all troops who could be going into a vulnerable community to make sure COVID-19 doesn't spread. Hearing the military is still receiving medical advice on this aspect. #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
All troops returning from overseas will be subject to deployment for Operation Laser - the COVID-19 response IF NEEDED once they are finished their 14 day quarantine #Coronavirus #COVID19 #cdnpoli #CAF
