National Defence
The Department of National Defence supports the Canadian Armed Forces who serve on the sea, on land, and in the air with the Navy, Army, Air Force and Special Forces to defend Canadians’ interests at home and abroad.
Find a job in the ForcesBouchard (Phoenix pay system) class action
On April 15, 2025, the Superior Court of Quebec approved the Bouchard class action settlement agreement. Eligible class members have until October 24, 2025, to submit a claim for damages caused by the Phoenix pay system.
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Canadian Armed Forces
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Services and benefits for the military
Pay rates, pension, benefits, career transition, health, misconduct, housing, relocation
Working at National Defence
Civilian jobs, pay and benefits, how to apply, hybrid work model, information for employees and managers.
Policies and standards
Policies, standards, orders, directives and regulations from the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces
Defence equipment purchases and upgrades
Aircraft, weapons, ships, vehicles, equipment purchases and upgrades
Bases and infrastructure
Infrastructure projects, upgrades and maintenance, bases and support units
Conduct and culture change
Efforts to address systemic misconduct and advance culture change for Canada’s Defence Team.
Military operations and exercises
Operations, exercises, allies and partners
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About the Department of National Defence
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Our North, Strong and Free
A Renewed Vision for Canada’s Defence
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