Canadian Military Family Magazine Top Articles of 2024

A year in the making. Between Boxing Day and the New Year, we shared our Top 25 Articles of 2024.

This year was in no short supply of captivating stories. From stories about Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) policy changes to operations our soldiers are on and to the work of local organizations and individuals, the Canadian military community has been abuzz with change and progress in 2024.

As our military community comes together with their friends and family, it’s a time for us at the Canadian Military Family Magazine to reflect on the stories we shared with our audiences and reveal our most viewed articles of the year.

So, as the countdown to the new year begins, so does the countdown of our top articles of the year. First up are articles 13 to 25.

25 |  Royal Canadian Air Force Offering Paid Education Opportunities

Our Top 25 countdown kicks off with an article sure to capture the attention of ambitious and bright future military members. The article details the initiatives the Royal Canadian Air Force is employing to recruit members. These tactics include revamping certain trades. Find out which ones HERE.

24 | Legislation Changes to Affect Injured Military Personnel

It’s no surprise this article on legislative changes that impact injured military personnel takes a spot in our Top 25. Published in April, the article outlines “further planned changes” to the 2019 Pension For Life Legislation. Read the article HERE.

23 | Outgoing CDS General Eyre Reminds Canadian Military Personnel are World-Class in Final Message

This year, the Canadian Armed Forces said goodbye to Gen. (ret’d) Wayne Eyre as he retired from the military after serving as the Chief of the Defence Staff. Coming in at number 23 is our article on his final remarks to CAF personnel and his gratitude for serving. HERE. Read about his final message HERE.

22 | Canadian Armed Forces Announces Additional National Honours

Here in the military family, we love cheering on our own and this is why, coming in at number 22 is our article on CAF National Honour Award recipients. Read who was awarded the Meritorious Service Cross, the Meritorious Service Medal, Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation, and the Canadian Forces Unit Commendation HERE.

21 | Evidence-Based Assessments of Character for Promotion to Captain (N) & Colonel Promotion

The CAF continues to make incremental changes to revamp its culture. Coming in at number 21 is our article defining just that: the CAF’s decision to require evidence-based assessments of character that will be required for personnel being promoted to Captain(N) and Colonel. Read what’s required HERE.

20 | Promotion Pools to Expand to Master Warrant Officers, Chief Petty Officers 2 and Above

This fall, the CAF unveiled more of its ambitions to reshape the promotion process. Placing in the 20th position, the new plan involves using promotion pools to determine the promotions of certain NCM ranks, such as master warrant officer and chief warrant officer. Learn more HERE.

19 | CAF Command Team Outlines Four Pillars Prioritizing Recruitment and Retention

A number of crucial Canadian Army appointments were made this year. Coming in at number 18 is this article on some of the top Commanding Officer, Regimental Sergeant Major and Chief Warrant Officer appointments made in 2023/2024. Reread the names HERE.

18 | More Canadian Army Appointments for 2023 and 2024

A number of crucial Canadian Army appointments were made this year. Coming in at number 18 is this article on some of the top Commanding Officer, Regimental Sergeant Major and Chief Warrant Officer appointments made in 2023/2024. Reread the names HERE.

17 | Updated CAF Combats Slowly Rolling Out

With so many changes coming to CAF policy and procedure, it’s no wonder this article on the revamped CAF Combat Uniform makes the list at the 17th spot. CAF combats getting a facelift, which is undoubtedly a thing of interest. Read more HERE.

16 | Former CAF Officers Eligible to Re-Enrol to Under Direct Entry Officer Plan

Coming in at number 16 is our article regarding former fully trained and qualified officers of the CAF having the opportunity to re-enrol under the Direct Entry Officer Plan. Read this Top 25 article HERE.

15 | 2025 Commanding Officer and Regimental Sergeant Major Appointments Announced

Coming in at number 15 is our article on the upcoming Commanding Officer and Regimental Sergeant Major appointments for APS 2025. The article also includes new Commanding Officers at various bases. Read this article HERE.

14 | Regular Force Self-Development Program Temporarily Paused

The temporary pause of the Regular Force Self-Development Program certainly seemed to kick up some talk, landing it at the 14th spot in our Top 25. The CAF announced this fall that the program had been paused due to staffing and funding issues. Learn about this pause HERE.

13 | Chief of the Defence Staff Releases New Instructions Regarding Acting Rank While So Employed (AWSE)

New instructions were released this spring regarding Acting Rank While So Employed (AWSE) for Lieutenant Colonel/Commander and below. These instructions fall under three distinct conditions. Read this number 13 article on our Top 25 list HERE.

Top Recipe Marvellous Moose Milk

Our Marvellous Moose Milk recipe scores a spot on our top 25 for another year in a row. Moose Milk is a tradition in all three elements of the Canadian Armed Forces and the hits to this article don’t disagree. If you haven’t yet tried it, check out the link to this creamy and delicious adult beverage. Read HERE.

To read articles 12 through to our most viewed article, visit HERE.