Calendar
Have a look below to find out what’s coming up in the military community
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun April 1- Adult Coffee: Book Chat Edition
- Teach me Tuesday – Children’s Education Program
Come learn about programs and services for your child’s education with the Children’s Education Management program.
2- French Conversation Circle – Business Edition
Come and learn strategies to utilize your French in a professional environment.
- Adulting 101 – Budgeting 101
Learn about the importance of budgeting, how to create a budget, the realities of credit and more!
3- Adult Coffee: Book Chat Edition
- Adult Night Out – Cornwall
Adult Night is stopping at Truffles Burger Bar in Cornwall for a night of fun games with your community members.
- Battle of the Atlantic Gala Dinner
1, place Vimy Place, Ottawa ON K1A 0M8
1, place Vimy Place, Ottawa ON K1A 0M8
Reception: 1800 to 1900
Dinner: 1900-2200
Dress
Serving and Retired Military: Mess Dress
Civilian: Black Tie
Tickets: $100
4- Wreath Laying Ceremony – The Netherlands Remembrance Day
280 prom. Beechwood Ave. Ottawa ON K1L8A6
280 prom. Beechwood Ave. Ottawa ON K1L8A6https://infog.ca/event/wreath-laying-ceremony-the-netherlands-remembrance-day/2018-05-04/
Annually on May 4th, the Netherlands commemorates all Dutch civilians and soldiers who have died in conflict since the outbreak of the second World War. You are welcome to attend the ceremony with the Netherlands Canadian Ambassador. Afterwards, light refreshments will be served. The ceremony will take place at the National Military Cemetery – Beechwood Cemetery, at the monument in section 103.
Dress: Business or DEU1A
- 75/742 Squadrons Band Programs – Annual Band Concert
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)https://infog.ca/event/75-742-squadrons-band-programs-annual-band-concert/2018-05-04/
More than 75 young musicians and over 8 ensembles under the direction of Band Sergeant Major WO2 Anne-Florence Lambert.
Come help us support our local food cupboards
Suggested donation at the door of $5 per person, all profit to those in need in our community
5- Adult Coffee: Volunteerism edition
This is your chance to find out what volunteering opportunities we have for you. Come grab coffee and meet our amazing volunteer team.
- 75/742 Squadrons Band Programs – Annual Band Concert
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)https://infog.ca/event/75-742-squadrons-band-programs-annual-band-concert/2018-05-05/
More than 75 young musicians and over 8 ensembles under the direction of Band Sergeant Major WO2 Anne-Florence Lambert.
Come help us support our local food cupboards
Suggested donation at the door of $5 per person, all profit to those in need in our community
6 7 8- Live Speaker Event: Dr. Jessica Ward-King | Let’s Talk About Mental Health
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2https://infog.ca/event/live-speaker-event-dr-jessica-ward-king-lets-talk-about-mental-health/2018-05-08/
As part of Mental Health Week, Dr. Jessica Ward-King invites the Defence Team to listen as she opens up about her personal struggle with mental health and her resilience journey.
The Deputy Minister and Mental Health Co-Champion, Jody Thomas, will be hosting the event and information on Defence Team mental health resources will be available.
The event will take place on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, from 12:00 to 13:00, in the Brigadier General Malone Conference Room, 2 North Tower, NDHQ (Pearkes).
Seating is limited, so please arrive early to secure a spot.
- Financial Wellness Workshop – Budgeting Help
https://infog.ca/event/financial-wellness-workshop-budgeting-help/2018-05-08/
SISIP Financial will be presenting a Financial Wellness Workshop called Budgeting Help at 19:00 on Tue 8 May 18 at the Chapel Office, Bldg 469, located at the corner of Breadner and deNiverville at Uplands (near the Ottawa airport). Refreshments will be served. For information or to reserve a space, please contact Patterson.julia@cfmws.com or 613-325-9452.
Note: Workshop only available in English
9- NDWCC Spring Market
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2https://infog.ca/event/ndwcc-spring-market/2018-05-09/
Come and shop at our Spring market. Find that special something for Mother’s Day. You’ll find everything from socks to home-made fudge.
NDHQ (Pearkes) Concourse
- Celebrate Team Canada at Rideau Hall
- Mother’s Day High Tea
Treat yourself to early Mother’s Day with High Tea at The Miller’s Oven in Manotick.
- Adulting 101 – Tired of being “Fun”employed?
This weeks Adulting 101 workshop: interview skills, where to look for a job, resumes, what to look for in a contract and much more!
- French Conversation Circle – Business Edition
Come and learn strategies to utilize your French in a professional environment.
10- NDWCC Spring Market
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2https://infog.ca/event/ndwcc-spring-market/2018-05-09/
Come and shop at our Spring market. Find that special something for Mother’s Day. You’ll find everything from socks to home-made fudge.
NDHQ (Pearkes) Concourse
- Adult Coffee – Gatineau
- Facebook Live – Discussion about Special needs resources
Watch our Facebook Live session with Joanna, Special needs coordinator at the MFRC-NCR.
11- Canadian Army HQ Annual Golf Tournament
https://infog.ca/event/canadian-army-hq-annual-golf-tournament/2018-05-11/
Time: 7:00am Registration
8:00am Shotgun Start
Cost: $85 per person, $45 for Hylands members
- Carts available at a cost of $25 per person ($50 per cart)
- Tournament fees include the round of golf and lunch
Format: 4 ball/best ball
Registration ends April 27, 2018
Proceeds will be donated to the Support Our Troops Summer Camp Program.
To register, contact Major Dietrich Gunther at Dietrich.gunther@forces.gc.ca or 613-971-7403
- Trivia Night
Free to play!
Prizes for the winning team.
Teams of 6 max.
Reserve your team’s spot at Elise.Coughlin@forces.gc.ca
12 13 14 15- Annual Education Fair
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2https://infog.ca/event/annual-education-fair/2018-05-15/
CFSU (O) Personnel Development (PDev) is hosting the annual education fair in the NDHQ concourse from 0830 to 1430 15-16 May 2018. Take this opportunity to explore educational options available within the National Capital Region and through distance learning from over 20 different educational institution representatives. For more information visit our website or email us at PDev-PerfP@forces.gc.ca
- Algonquin College
- American Military University
- Athabasca University
- Carleton University
- ENAP – University of Public Administration
- Dominican University College
- Royal Military College of Canada
- Royal Roads University
- Sprott School of Business
- TÉLUQ
- University of Ottawa
- Université du Québec en Outaouais
- Saint Paul University
- Learning and Career Centre (LCC)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT:
Lt Tremblay-Gilbert
Tel.: 613-992-5166
william.tremblay-gilbert@forces.gc.ca
- Tulips and Lunch
Spring weather is finally here, let’s enjoy this time of the year with a walk at the Tulip Festival followed by lunch.
- Adult Night Out – IR Edition
16- Annual Education Fair
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2https://infog.ca/event/annual-education-fair/2018-05-15/
CFSU (O) Personnel Development (PDev) is hosting the annual education fair in the NDHQ concourse from 0830 to 1430 15-16 May 2018. Take this opportunity to explore educational options available within the National Capital Region and through distance learning from over 20 different educational institution representatives. For more information visit our website or email us at PDev-PerfP@forces.gc.ca
- Algonquin College
- American Military University
- Athabasca University
- Carleton University
- ENAP – University of Public Administration
- Dominican University College
- Royal Military College of Canada
- Royal Roads University
- Sprott School of Business
- TÉLUQ
- University of Ottawa
- Université du Québec en Outaouais
- Saint Paul University
- Learning and Career Centre (LCC)
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT:
Lt Tremblay-Gilbert
Tel.: 613-992-5166
william.tremblay-gilbert@forces.gc.ca
- Mental Fitness and Suicide Awareness (1 Day Workshop)
Mental Fitness and Suicide Awareness is designed to promote awareness and skill-building, to maximize mental fitness both individually and in the workplace, and to lessen the incidence of mental health injuries including suicide.
Upcoming dates for Mental Fitness and Suicide Awareness:
French May 16
Location: NDHQ Carling
Time: 0830-1600 hrs
English June 7
Location: 222 Queen Street
Time: 0830-1600 hrs
French June 13
Location: 222 Queen Street
Time: 0830-1600 hrs
- Adulting 101 – Cooking 101
This weeks Adulting 101 workshop: cooking lesson to make a healthy meal that can be recreated at home with the experts at PC Cooking School.
- French Conversation Circle – Business Edition
Come and learn strategies to utilize your French in a professional environment.
17 18 19 20 21 22 23- Pension Roadshow (English only)
https://infog.ca/event/pension-roadshow-english-only/2018-05-23/
Sound financial management is an important aspect of every service person’s life. Director General Compensation and Benefits (DGCB), in cooperation with the Service Income Security Insurance Plan (SISIP), will be piloting a series of seminars focusing on both retirement and pension planning for Regular and Reserve Force personnel to better educate personnel on their options and to dispel myths about these items.
This initiative will bring together, for the first time, financial experts from SISIP as well as professionals in pension management (DGCB) to explain about the various options that are out there. Specialists will be available to address concerns and answer questions. These briefings will be presented in major geographical areas with a goal of informing and encouraging CAF members – especially the younger and newer members – to adopt good financial habits and encourage them to start planning now. Spouses are more than welcome to attend.
Two sessions have been planned for the NCR as per below:
Date: 23 May 2018
Times: 0900 to 1200 (For Reg F mbrs) and 1300 to 1600 (for Reservists)
Address: 450 Croil Pvt, Uplands Building#347
Capacity: 60 pers/session
To register:
Ottawa Pension Roadshow – Session 1.xlsx
https://gcdocs.gc.ca/forces/llisapi.dll/link/10528874
Pension Roadshow – Ottawa Session 2.xlsx
- Uplands Community Council – AGM
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)
337, boul. Breadner Blvd (site de Uplands Site)https://infog.ca/event/uplands-community-council-agm/2018-05-23/
Uplands Community Council is hosting its AGM on 23 May at 1300 hrs at the military chapel. This meeting also includes voting on a new mayor.
- Budgeting to civilian life
Come ask your questions to Julia Patterson Financial Counsellor from SISIP Financial about your budgets for the transition between military and civilian life.
- Adulting 101 – Real Estate 101
This week’s Adulting 101 workshop: Come discuss renter’s rights and responsibilities, added expenses you need to factor into your budget and much more!
- French Conversation Circle – Business Edition
Come and learn strategies to utilize your French in a professional environment.
24- Indigenous Awareness Week Commemorative Event
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2
101 prom Colonel By Dr. Ottawa ON K1A0K2A joint DND/CAF commemorative event is planned to celebrate Indigenous Awareness Week on Thursday, 24 May, 2018, at 10 a.m.in the Concourse of the National Defence Headquarters at 101 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa.May 22 to 25 is designated as Indigenous Awareness Week. DND and the CAF recognizes the rich cultural diversity, history and contributions that Indigenous people bring to our organization.This event will celebrate the Indigenous people of Canada and their many traditions and cultures that enrich our country. The Defence Team Champion for Indigenous Peoples, Lieutenant-General Paul Wynnyk (Commander, Canadian Army), will be hosting this event under the theme “Dancing in Unison”.- Adult Coffee: Book Chat Edition
25- CFCWO MFRC-NCR Charity Golf Tournament
Please join us at the 9th annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of the Military Family Resource Centre of the National Capital Region (MFRC-NCR), proudly hosted by Canadian Forces Chief Warrant Officer Kevin West.
New this year! Get the chance to play with an Invictus Athlete and add them to your threesome, simply select the Play with an Invictus Athlete option before processing your registration.
The tournament will be held on Friday, May 25th, 2018 at the Hylands Golf Club in Ottawa.
Registration fees is $99.00, which includes the golf carts and lunch.
- CMIA’s Breakfast Speaker Event
Don’t miss out, register now!
Registration closing 7 May
Brigadier General (USAF) Paul Nelson, NATO Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Intelligence will be speaking on:
“NATO Intelligence
evolving to meet the complex threat environment: dealing with Russian information confrontation, terrorism, and incessant cyber threats”
All proceeds go to support the CMIA History and Heritage Fund
To register go to www.cmia-acrm.ca
Date: May 25th, 2018
Time: 0815hrs
Location: Dining room, Sgts’ & WOs’/CWOs’ Mess, 4 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa
- Building a Diverse and Inclusive Public Service
https://infog.ca/event/building-a-diverse-and-inclusive-public-service/2018-05-25/
Presentation: Building a Diverse and Inclusive Public Service
NDHQ (Carling) Building 6/7
- Trivia Night!
Friday night is Trivia Night in Stittsville. Form your own team of 6 or come on you own and join a team!
26 27 28 29- F&E / Movements Briefing
https://infog.ca/event/fe-movements-briefing/2018-05-29/
We will be holding an F&E / Movements Briefing on 29 May from 1130 hrs to 1530 hrs at the Sgt & WO mess 2nd floor Dining conference room. We will cover a wide variety of topics with time to answer questions at the end. This session is open to all ranks and civilians being posted this APS.
- Facebook Live – Budgeting to civilian life
Watch our Facebook Live session Julia Patterson Financial Counsellor from SISIP Financial on May 29th
30- Adulting 101 – Car knowledge 101
This week’s Adulting 101 workshop: learn basic car knowledge, including tips for purchasing, hidden expenses, basic maintenance and much more!
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