Many experienced Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members are leaving because of “dissatisfaction” with the institution, with soldiers saying the military leadership is prioritizing cultural change over operational needs, according to an internal report.
“Interview evidence shows that there is a perception that leadership is prioritizing culture change over critical operational needs like ammunition and equipment,” said the September report, which was first covered by Blacklock’s Reporter.
The report analyzed attrition within the CAF and found that among members who have completed operational training, many are experiencing challenges related to a lack of equipment, training, and leadership direction, a “high operational tempo” because of continuous deployments and personnel shortages, and reduced benefits….