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Section V: Additional Information
Appendices
Appendix A: Legislation and Regulations Administered
The Minister of National Defence is responsible to Parliament for many statutes, and is assigned relevant responsibilities in the administration of many laws and regulations. The comprehensive list is available at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5895>
Appendix B: National Defence Headquarters Organization Chart
The National Defence Headquarters Organization chart can be found at:
<http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5896>
Appendix C: List of Key Partners and Stakeholders
The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces collaborate with many partners in Canada and abroad that help support the Defence mission. The broad scope of the Defence mandate is reflected in the complexity and diversity of it is partners and stakeholders. To view the comprehensive list of Defence partners and stakeholders, visit:
<http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5897>
Appendix D: Reserve Force
The role of the Primary Reserve is to augment, sustain and support deployed forces to international operations. Domestically, the Primary Reserve will continue to conduct coastal and air operations, as well as to continue to explore options to enhance the Reserve Force’s domestic response capability, including the provision of personnel to response units across the country.
Additional information related to the Reserve Force for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5898>
Appendix E: National Search and Rescue Secretariat
The National Search and Rescue Secretariat (NSS) is an independent agency of government, reporting to the Lead Minister for Search and Rescue (the Minister of National Defence). The NSS was established in 1986 to support and promote the activities of the National Search and Rescue (SAR) Program (NSP) as a means to achieve highly effective and economically responsible search and rescue programs throughout Canada.
Additional information related to the National Search and Rescue Secretariat for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5899>
Appendix F: Communications Security Establishment Canada
The Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSEC) is Canada's national cryptologic agency. CSEC provide the Government of Canada with two key services: foreign signals intelligence in support of defence and foreign policy, and the protection of electronic information and communication.
Additional information related to the Communications Security Establishment Canada for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5900>
Appendix G: Defence Research and Development Canada
Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC), a Special Operating Agency of DND, provides other groups and principles with the scientific and technological advice, products and services, and operational research and analysis required to effectively carry out Canadian Forces assigned missions and tasks.
Additional information related to the Defence Research and Development Canada for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5901>
Appendix H: The Office of the Judge Advocate General
The mission of the Office of the Judge Advocate General for the Canadian Forces is to provide effective and efficient legal services in respect of military law and to superintend the administration of military justice.
Additional information related to the Office of the Judge Advocate General for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5902>
Appendix I: The Office of the Ombudsman for the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces
The Ombudsman investigates complaints and serves as a neutral third party on matters related to the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces. Acting independently of the chain of command and managers, he reports directly to the Minister of National Defence.
The office is a direct source of information, referral, and education for the men and women of the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces. Its role is to help individuals access existing channels of assistance or redress when they have a complaint or concern.
Additional information related to the Office of the Ombudsman for DND and the CF for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5903>
Appendix J: Public Affairs
Public Affairs provide communications services to support departmental activities and CF operations.
Additional information related to Public Affairs for the DPR 07-08 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5904>
Appendix K: Recognizing Individuals and Team Achievements
A comprehensive list recognizing individuals and team achievements for fiscal year 2007-2008 can be found at: <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5905>
Contact Information
Plans and Priorities and Departmental Performance Information
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Vice-Admiral J.N.D. Rouleau, OMM, CD Vice Chief of the Defence Staff National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K2 |
Telephone: (613) 992-6052 Facsimile: (613) 992-3945 |
Financial Information
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Rear-Admiral Bryn M. Weadon, CMM, CD, CMA, PLog Assistant Deputy Minister (Finance and Corporate Services) National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K2 |
Telephone: (613) 992-5669 Facsimile: (613) 992-9693 |
General Inquiries
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Ms Josée Touchette Assistant Deputy Minister (Public Affairs) National Defence Headquarters 101 Colonel By Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0K2 |
Telephone: (613) 996-0562 Facsimile: (613) 995-2610 Email: information mailto:josee.touchette@forces.gc.ca |
Internet sites on the World Wide Web
| Department of National Defence | <http://www.forces.gc.ca> |
| Office of the Judge Advocate General | <http://www.forces.gc.ca/jag/index-eng.asp> |
| Office of the Ombudsman for National Defence and the Canadian Forces | <http://www.ombudsman.forces.gc.ca/> |
| National Search and Rescue Secretariat | <http://www.nss.gc.ca/> |
| Defence Research & Development Canada | <http://www.drdc-rddc.gc.ca> |
| Communications Security Establishment Canada | <http://www.cse-cst.gc.ca/> |
| Defence Planning and Management | <http://www.vcds-vcemd.forces.gc.ca/sites/page-eng.asp?page=5606> |
List of Acronyms
A
ADR
Alternate Dispute Resolution
ASEAN
Association of South East Asian Nations
AFG
Afghanistan
ANA
Afghan National Army
ANP
Afghan National Police
ATIP
Access to Information and Privacy
AU
African Union
C
Canada COM
Canada Command
CDS
Chief of the Defence Staff
CF
Canadian Forces
CFDS
Canada First Defence Strategy
CIDA
Canadian International Development Agency
CMP
Chief of Military Personnel
CSEC
Communications Security Establishment Canada
D
DFAIT
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
DHRIM
Director Human Resources Information Management
DM
Deputy Minister
DPR
Departmental Performance Report
DRDC
Defence Research and Development Canada
E
EE
Employment Equity
H
HMCS
Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship
I
IED
Improvised Explosive Device
ISAF
International Security Assistance Force
L
LFC
Land Force Command
M
MAF
Management Accountability Framework
MND
Minister of National Defence
MTAP
Military Assistance Training Program
N
NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
NDDN
Standing Committee on National Defence
NORAD
North American Aerospace Defence Command
P
PAA
Program Activity Architecture
PACP
Standing Committee on Public Accounts
PRT
Provincial Reconstruction Team
PS
Public Service
R
RCMP
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
S
SAR
Search and Rescue
SARSAT
Search and Rescue Satellite-Aided Tracking
SIGINT
Signal Intelligence
U
UAV
Uninhabited Aerial Vehicle
UN
United Nations
US
United States
V
VAC
Veterans Affairs
VCDS
Vice-Chief of the Defence Staff