Canadian Forces members put their lives on the line for us and they deserve all of our support. In addition, the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces identified a further 27 initiatives of which 12 are now complete.
Work continues apace to action the remaining initiatives as quickly as possible.
We are working to improve the quality of life of the retired and still-serving members by providing them with a wide range of services, including disability pensions, health benefits, assessment, counselling and referral. In addition, we will continue to work closely with the department of National Defence on other service improvement initiatives. A great deal has been accomplished in improving the Quality of Life of Canadian Forces members and their families in the past year. Substantial pay increases were instituted, including double-digit pay increases for most lower ranked members and junior officers of the military. Major health and safety repairs were made to military housing.