The military's chaplain-general says morale among troops is the lowest it's been in recent memory as many soldiers struggle with the cost of living.
In a briefing note sent to the chief of the defence staff, Gen. Wayne Eyre, chaplains say more Armed Forces members have been asking for help to make ends meet.
Troops who would have seen their housing benefit decrease under the new program will continue to receive some payments until July 2026.Still, the memo said the high cost of housing is a concern for many. The system has “strained relationships with subordinates” and left people feeling like their work is not appreciated at a time when they’re taking on more duties because of short-staffing.Majority of Canadians support caps on immigration, international students amid housing crisis: poll
But the chaplains also say the new dress code is receiving criticism from some members who feel it “may be eroding a sense of common mission, identity and team cohesion.”
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