1/12 Friday #DefenceTeam update: Last weekend was certainly unusual and a little tough. That said, Canada came together to help stop the #COVID19 spread and that’s something to be really proud of. Nice to know that families can still be families via video call.
2/12 We can be realistic about what’s happening and still kind to ourselves and others. Purpose helps. Especially knowing that the #DefenceTeam has a role to play in this fight.
3/12 And that we’re making a difference. Public health officials say Canadians’ efforts are working. The Defence Team is helping accomplish that outcome from our different postures, with our different contributions.
5/12 Newly announced today: Work underway to respond to formal RFA from Government of QC to provide support to long-term care facilities in crisis. CAF to deploy 125 members to assist. MTF but initial details here: canada.ca/en/department-…
6/12 Priorities: @CDS_Canada_CEMD and I are focusing on advance planning for the full #DefenceTeam’s return to work. Highly complex and imperative we get right.
7/12 We’re all contributing, though our tools and circumstances vary. Already, the nuance of working-from-home, vs. being at home is complicated. Some use DVPNI during the day, others complete important work outside the network. Some are focused on staying safe.
8/12 Some of you are used to specific equipment while doing your jobs. You may not have those tools at home right now, but would like to. We’re drafting clear guidelines and protocols that we can apply fairly and realistically given our current pandemic-footing.
9/12 We will prioritize those experiencing urgent risk to health and safety. We may even need to ask people to come on site if a home-based solution can’t be found. We know waiting to hear is frustrating, and MTF soon.
10/12 If you’re struggling mental health-wise, @CEMHW_CESMMT offers guidance and resource for civilian employees to access during this stressful time. We aggregate those resources and more on the CAF/DND COVID-19 website: canada.ca/en/department-…
11/12 Uncertainty is frustrating and many of you are tired and worried. Some of you are ill or have family members who are ill, young or extremely vulnerable. Let us know through your chain of command how we can support you. We are here to help, and in this together.
12/12 Everyone is focused on staying safe. All that hand washing? Working. Physical distancing? Working. Be proud. Our Defence Team is a fundamental pillar of a country where we value taking care of one another. Together, #wegotthis
