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Operation CARIBBE
MISSION
Operation CARIBBE is Canada’s participation in the multinational campaign against illicit trafficking
by transnational organized crime in the Caribbean sea and the eastern
Pacific Ocean.
Operational SecuritySailors
• No use of social media permitted• Limited connectivity with family due to
operational needs and ship’s capability• Respect working relationship and security
needs of allies
Operational SecurityFamilies
• Consider security of names and mission on social media
• Avoid references to port visits and dates
Administration• Income Tax filing for FY 2015/2016
• No bulk application for extensions to income tax deadline• Individuals to request exemption only if required to pay late
filing fee
• Post-Deployment Special Leave• 4 days Disembarkation• 1 day Personal Administration
More information…• http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/operations-canada-n
orth-america-recurring/op-caribbe.page• Or Google Op CARIBBE
• AJAG Legal Assistance• Power of Attorney (POA)• Wills• SDB Beneficiary Form• Travel Authorization Letter
Discussion Points
Spectrum of ServicesRef: CFAO 56-5
• Legal Officers may provide assistance to CF members in case of urgent / operational necessity
• Personal Legal Assistance not intended to replace civilian legal services available downtown
Power of Attorney (POA)
Allows a person (the donor) to appoint someone 19 years of age or older (BC) to be their representative (the attorney), for the purposes of financial transactions or business arrangements on his/her behalf
Your attorney must be:
• Someone you trust.• Not someone who has financial problems.• Not someone you don’t get along with, like an
estranged spouse.There are potential consequences resulting
from picking the wrong attorney
Power of Attorney• The financial or business arrangements that can
be conducted with a POA include:– Insurance for car or home– Bank loans– Mortgage payments– Buying or selling property, including cars and houses– Pay issues
Power of Attorney• Do you need a Power of Attorney?
– Some banks have their own “in-house” power of attorney forms so check with your bank first;
– Online banking– Does not apply to joint assets / accounts
Note: a POA does not give the attorney the power to make health care or child care decisions
Duties of the Donor
• Give clear instructions, help the attorney understand what the donor wants done
• Make sure it will be accepted by the institutions where it would be used
• Complete any other documents that the attorney cannot do (i.e. statutory declarations)
Duties of the Attorney• Must act in good faith• Follow the instructions of the donor• Perform transactions with due skill and
care• Cannot delegate the power of attorney• Must respect the title (ownership) of the
donor’s property and money• Must keep proper accounts/records
The Power is in the Document
• SAFEGUARD THE ORIGINAL POA
• DON’T TAKE IT WITH YOU ON DEPLOYMENT
Termination of POA
• Terminating events– IAW the terms of the document (e.g. an
expiry date)– If the attorney is the spouse and the
marriage or marriage-like relationship ends– Death or bankruptcy of the attorney– Death of the donour
Revocation by the Donor
• If you want to stop your attorney acting for you:– Advise them in writing (email is ok)
• If you revoke the power of attorney, make sure you contact your bank to inform them
• Get the original document back
WILLS
What is a Will?
The written statement by which a person instructs how his or her estate should be distributed after death
Why You Need a Will
• When a person dies without a will or “Intestate” their property vests in the court
• The province then uses a set formula to distribute estate, which may not be what you want
• See the Wills Estates Succession Act for more details or contact a civilian lawyer
Wills
• Basic CF Will is adequate for:
First marriageSingle membersSimple financesNo children
Wills
• Suggest you get a Will from a Civilian Lawyer if:– Second or subsequent marriage– Home owner– RRSPs, trust funds, stocks etc.– Children– Wish to have several persons as beneficiaries
Will Kits May or May Not be Valid
Need to Re-Do Your Will?
• You should re-do or revisit your Will if:– Children are born– Death (of executor or beneficiary)– Change of life circumstances– You move to another province– You get divorced (or your marriage-like
relationship ends)
Supplementary Death Benefit (SDB) Beneficiary
• Review SDB Beneficiary form – changes in circumstances (i.e. marriage) will not automatically change SDB beneficiary
Travel Authorization Letter
• Can be signed by any Reg Force Commissioned Officer
• Example letter available for download from the AJAG webpage
• Is proof that you consent to your child traveling with a spouse or another person
• May assist you when crossing border to US or other borders with children
Sandra PinardDeployment Coordinator
Your Community, Your Resource Centre
“offering programs and services unique to the military lifestyle. ”
What is the MFRC? We are an independent
resource for the military community
Our missionProvide programs and services that serve, involve and advocate for the military community and theirfamilies, and which address theunique challenges of the militaryfamily lifestyle and will result in anenhanced quality of life
Our vision
A proud, self-reliant military family thriving in a dynamic and supportive community.
3 Keys to a Successful Deployment
1. Plan well – make sure your loved ones know how to reach us.2. Know the resources available3. Connected to others
• Financial, Legal and Household
• Use the checklists provided, specific ones for Single Members and Parents of Mil Members
• Pick up a MFRC Magnet• Download the MFRC
“Everything Binder”
Plan and Prepare
• Keep connected with deployed parent• With other kids going through the same
thing• Starting February, weekly day and evening
sessions
Children’s Deployment Workshops
Tools for Parents and Caregivers
•Children’s Deployment workbooks
For those who live at a distance or who can not get into the MFRC at the Children’s Workshop times.
• We will call your parents, siblings, spouse, grandparents
• Keep them updated• Answer their questions
Staying in Touch Calls
• Mail dates posted on www.EsquimaltMFRC.com
• Changes will be emailed out to the Family Network
Drop off Mail Packages
• Get one 3 - hour period per week• Maximum of 4 sessions per month• Pick up your punch card tonight• Includes Saturday Sessions
Free Respite Child Care
• Valentine’s Day Craft Session• Easter Potluck• Children’s Workshops• Return & Reunion Workshops• Homecoming Banner Making
Upcoming Activities
• Weekly events in Colwood & Esquimalt
• Free child care
Away Cafés/Dinners
• Keep connected with other families
• Get info on deployments
• Participate in social activities
Family Networks
Join the MCDV Family Network to receive emails and updates on activities and information from the ship.
• Join the MCDV Family Network
• Your Network volunteer: Vicki [email protected]
• Meet and Greet Session – Feb 18
• Get up to date info from the Command Teams and the MFRC
Get Connected
• SIT calls for parents – where ever they may be
• Postal services and VTC• Pet care and car storage advice
during deployment
Single MembersWe have not forgotten about you!
• Answer questions• Provide assistance in emergency• Refer to resources in community
24 Hour Info Line
8000 phonecalls per year
• Access Base Gym• Receive Military
Discounts from Businesses
• Takes 15 minutes• Member must be present• Married or Common Law• Children 13 or over
Military Family ID Card
We respect your
Privacy&
Confidentiality
Two Offices
CPAC Signal HillDaycare Counselling
Location 1: CPAC
Colwood Pacific Activity Centre
Location 2: Signal Hill
1505 Esquimalt Road, EsquimaltClose to Dockyard Gate, Fleet Club
Phone
250-363-26403-2640 on the Base
Or toll-free anywhere in Canada1-800-353-3329
24 hours a day 7 days a week
Website
www.esquimaltmfrc.com
WEIGHT AND SIZE FOR PARCELS
The maximum weight for parcels is 20kgs
Oversize and overweight parcels will not be accepted.
Example
40 CM
Max weight: 20Kgs 100 CM40 CM
MAXIMUM SIZE FOR MORALE MAIL PARCEL
Aye Missew123 My StVictoria BC V9A 7N2Tel-765-4567
Smith A.Pte 123 (Mess #)HMCS (Ship’s Name)PO BOX 17000 STN FORCESVICTORIA BC V9A 7N2
CORRECT MAILING ADDRESS FOR HMCS (SHIP’S NAME) PERSONNEL
Contents:ChipsNewspapersBooks
Sender’s address
AddresseeDescription of contents
MAIL SENT VIA CANADA POSTProcess at any Canada Post outlet
Postage is required on all parcels
Special services including insurance, Registered Mail, Xpresspost, Priority, etc
Proof of delivery to a Military Post Office
Currently free letter mail
John Doe123 My StVictoria BC V9A 7N2
Bloggins B.PO1 123 (Mess #)HMCS (Ship’s Name)PO Box 17000 STN FORCESVICTORIA BC V9A 7N2
MAIL GOING THROUGH CANADA POST
Return address
Addressee
Canada Post Custom Declaration is MANDATORY!
CANADA POST CUSTOMS DECLARATION
Sender:Same as on parcel
Destination:Same ason parcel
Description of contents$20.00*NCV
Sign here
x
*NCV = No Commercial Value
PROHIBITED ITEMSAlcoholic beverages and tobacco products
Corrosive liquids/solids, flammable liquids/solids
Pornographic material
Knives
Drugs and narcotics (including prescription drugs)
PROHIBITED ITEMS CONTINUEDCompressed gases (aerosols)
Perishable items
Supplementary restrictions according to host country
Note: Batteries are permitted only if they are in their original sealed package
CF MAIL ROUTINGSMail will be sent via CMTT
Timings are unpredictable
CF MORALE MAIL DROP OFF POINTS MFRC locations:
Signal Hill
CPAC
FMO and Naden Mail Room
Note: Wrapping paper, tape and addressesare available at all drop off locations.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
FMO (250) 363-2176
MFRC (250)363-2640
Medical Support• HMCS SASKATOON’s medical support will consist of a
Physician Assistant• HMCS EDMONTON’s medical support consists of a
Medical Technician• Both MCDVs are stocked with a medical kit designed to
address the common medical concerns and conditions needing to be treated. These are regularly updated based on our past experience.
• Senior physician consultation is available 24/7 as is emergency medicine doctor review/guidance.
• Medical evacuation using Canadian Air Force or US Coastguard assistance is also available as required.