🇨🇦 At the request of the Ukrainian government, the Canadian Armed Forces has deployed a team of technicians to provide maintenance training for the M777 Howitzer to soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Today, the Independence Day of Ukraine, is a reminder to all members of the
#OpUNIFIER
team that CAF training is just as important as ever in assisting
@DefenceU
to repel this unlawful and unprovoked Russian invasion. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Ukraine.
#SlavaUkraini
#OpUnifier
мала честь з гордістю представляти Канаду на військовому параді під час святкування 27-ї річниці незалежності України. Вітаємо всіх українців та бажаємо славного Дня Незалежності! #СлаваУкраїні!
Once again,
#OpUnifier
was honoured to represent Canada in the parade celebrating Ukraine's 27th year of independence. We wish all Ukrainians a wonderful Independence Day!
#SlavaUkraini
🇨🇦
#DYK
That Canada donated an Armoured Recovery Vehicle and 8 Leopard 2A4 main battle tanks to Ukraine to help them defend their sovereignty, freedoms, and independence?
Following the operator and maintenance training on the ACSV, ambulance variant, in Germany, the vehicles were loaded up and sent to Ukraine.
These vehicles will help Ukraine in their ongoing defence of an unlawful invasion to their land
#SlavaUkraini
Today starts another rotation of around 200 CAF members in
#Ukraine
. We’re proud, ready and eager to support our partners in the Armed Forces of Ukraine during
#OpUNIFIER
.
It is hard to say goodbye to our Ukrainian friends, as they return to their country to protect their fellow Ukrainians from Russian tyranny. We salute the bravery of all the warriors of
#Ukraine
.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
Сьогодні дуже важливий день! Ми повністю передали курс у Центрі Розмінування під контроль ЗСУ. Все від планування до виконання та контролю тепер буде здійснюватися лише ЗСУ. Звісно, потрібно й надалі продовжувати в тому ж дусі, але це є знаковим моментом для нашої команди та UA
Happy Independence Day Ukraine! It has been an honour for
#OpUNIFIER
to participate in today’s parade. Here is to another 30 years of independence.
#StrongerTogether
#IndependenceinourDNA
Photo: Corporal Daniel Chiasson
🇨🇦Since the start of
#OpUNIFIER
in 2015
@CanadianForces
members have trained over 37,000 Ukrainian security personnel in battlefield tactics and advanced military skills. Can you name the different training elements that are currently part of Op UNIFIER?
Canada’s top general visited Kyiv this week. Along the way, the Chief of Defense Staff took the time to stop at the
#OpUNIFIER
HQ and he took the opportunity to thank the members of the mission for the hard work they do to support Canada’s Ukrainian partners.
#StrongerTogether
The new rotation of Canadian Armed Forces troops at
#OpUNIFIER
are on the ground, training members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in basic soldier skills, tactical combat engineer skills, and combat medicine.
Сьогоднішній день наповнений змішаними емоціями, адже я передав командування
#OpUNIFIER
нашим наполегливим колегам. Від імені всієї Ротації 5 хочу побажати Ротації 6 великих успіхів у цій важливій місії. А також прощаюсь з нашими українськими побратимами. Слава Україні!
Warriors are not born. They transform themselves by committing to a just cause and diligently honing their skills. We are proud to salute the warriors of
#Ukraine
as they return to defend their country against Russian invaders.
#OpUNIFIER
What would you do to defend your home and family?
We are honoured to help train the warriors of Ukraine to be able to liberate their country and people from the Russian invaders.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
🇨🇦 A Canadian Armed Forces soldier bids farewell to an Armed Forces of Ukraine member who completed their military training in the United Kingdom during
#OpUNIFIER
Rotation 16.
After over decade of fighting an illegal invasion to their lands, members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have a wealth of knowledge to pass on to their allies. When they talk,
@CanadianForces
members listen.
#OpUNIFIER
is proud to be a part of enabling Canada’s donation of 50 Armoured Combat Support Vehicles to Ukraine.
Here's a sneak peak at some of the training taking place prior to the donation!
Throughout almost a decade of
#OpUNIFIER
, we have become more than colleagues with our Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
partners. We have become friends, united by a common goal, the preservation of freedom and rules based democracy. We
#StandWithUkraine
.
🇨🇦 The Canadian Armed Forces members deployed on Operation UNIFIER, on behalf of the Government of Canada, send greetings to our Ukrainian friends in commemoration of the Independence Day of Ukraine.
Сьогодні,
#OpUNIFIER
та її 🇺🇸🇩🇰🇵🇱🇸🇪🇱🇹🇬🇧 партнери зібрались, щоб відсвяткувати успішне завершення чергового курсу підготовки за стандартами НАТО у Яворові. Вітаємо всіх з чудовими результатами!
🇨🇦 It takes skill and patience to clear a suspected minefield. That is why one of the many skills
@CanadianForces
’ sappers on
#OpUNIFIER
teach members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is how to safely detect and neutralize enemy mines.
#StandWithUkraine
.
🇨🇦 Today, Lieutenant-Colonel James Boddy assumed command of Joint Task Force-Ukraine from LCol Kurt Grimsrud.
#OpUNIFIER
provides Ukrainian soldiers with the training they need to defend their country’s sovereignty, freedom, and independence.
We look forward to when peace returns to
#Ukraine
. Until then, we continue to stand beside our Ukrainian partners to make sure they have the training and equipment they need to defend their country from Russian invaders.
#OpUNIFIER
During our time together, we form tight bonds with our Ukrainian counterparts. It's hard to see them leave but we know they are returning to
#Ukraine
to protect their country and its people from Russian tyranny.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
We are honoured to help train the warriors of
#Ukraine
to defend their country from Russian aggression.
We are equally honoured to learn from their first-hand knowledge. We make each other better.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
#Partners
🇨🇦 Salute to the Ukrainian soldiers who completed their military training during
#OpUNIFIER
in the United Kingdom.
🇺🇦Віддаємо честь українським військовослужбовцям, які завершили військову підготовку під час #ОпЮНІФАЄР у Великій Британії.
On
#OpUNIFIER
, deployed
@CanadianForces
combat engineers teach Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers specialized skills such as engineer reconnaissance, obstacle breaching, and demining operations.
🇨🇦
@CanadianForces
Combat Engineers deployed on
#OpUNIFIER
help train Armed Forces of Ukraine sappers on skills that help their forces to live, move, and fight on the battlefield.
Timely medical care is crucial to survival from a combat injury. That's why on
#OpUNIFIER
we are training our Ukrainian partners to stabilize their fellow soldiers and get them to a higher level of medical care as quickly as possible.
#StandWithUkraine
Standing shoulder to shoulder with our allies in support of
#Ukraine
. The courage of the warriors of the Armed Forces of Ukraine drives us to help them defend their country and people from Russian invaders.
#StandWithUkraine
#OpUNIFIER
Recently, members from the Individual Training Advisory Group (ITAG) met with 🇺🇦 and 🇺🇸 to discuss NATO’s interoperability and future training opportunities. Planning is well underway!
#StrongerTogether
🇨🇦🇺🇦💪
"Це просто неймовірно спостерігати за організаційними змінами у ЗСУ. Я на власні очі бачив як настанови на вищих рівнях перетворюються на тренування в МЦМБ." Лейтенант Лендрі, командир інженерних військ у Координаційному центрі інженерної підтримки
#OpUNIFIER
.
Our Combat Engineers know how to navigate chaos on the battlefield.
We are teaching the members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine how to embrace this chaos and use it to their advantage as they defend
#Ukraine
from the unprovoked Russian aggression.
#StandWithUkraine
At the request of the Armed Forces of Ukraine,
@CanadianForces
members deployed on Op UNIFER have joined with our allies to provide Leadership Development training designed to enhance Ukraine’s combat effectiveness.
🇨🇦 Canadian Armed Forces members deployed on
#OpUNIFIER
are providing military training to Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers.
🇺🇦 Військовослужбовці Збройних сил Канади, які беруть участь в операції #ОпЮНІФАЄР, проводять військову підготовку для бійців Збройних сил України.
So proud of these guys! During yesterday's 1st Anniversary Parade at the 25 Military Police Training Centre, our
#OpUNIFIER
team received the 🇺🇦 Commendation For Merit! I know they were honoured to be recognized and will treasure this Commendation for the rest of their careers.
The salute is a universal sign of respect amongst military members.
We salute the brave warriors of Ukraine who have completed their combat engineer training and are returning to
#Ukraine
to repel the Russian invaders and help keep their fellow warriors safe.
#OpUNIFIER
🇨🇦 Today and every day,
@CanadianForces
members deployed on
#OpUNIFIER
pay respect to the Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers that are fighting for their country’s sovereignty, freedoms, and independence.
@CanadianArmy
The second chalk of Joint Task Force – Ukraine, Rotation 9 troops arrived in Ukraine June 14, 2020. The Honourary Consul of the Consulate of Canada in Lviv, Ukraine, Mrs. Oksana Wynnyckyj-Yusypovych was in attendance.
#OpUNIFIER
Today is International Women’s Day, and we would like to recognize the incredible work and the critical roles that the women of Op UNIFIER and the Multinational Joint Commission play in the success of our mission in Ukraine.
#StrongerTogether
🤝
#IWD2021
We are honoured to share our knowledge with, and learn from, our Ukrainian counterparts.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
🇺🇦 Для нас велика честь ділитися своїми знаннями з українськими колегами та вчитися у них. #ОпЮНІФАЄР
🇨🇦 Canada was recognized as one of the first 3 countries (along with the US and the UK) to offer military training to Ukrainians after Russia’s unlawful full-scale invasion.
#OpUNIFIER
🇨🇦 Canadian Armed Forces members stand by Ukraine after Russia’s unlawful and unprovoked full-scale invasion.
🇺🇦 Військовослужбовці Збройних сил Канади підтримують Україну після незаконного і неспровокованого повномасштабного вторгнення Росії.
We stand with and in
#Ukraine
as it defends its sovereignty and territorial integrity and we continue our important work while watching the situation closely.
#StrongerTogether
🇨🇦🇺🇦💪
Russian aggression turned the streets of
#Ukraine
into a war zone. With our and our allies' support, the warriors of Ukraine will liberate their country and ensure a free and prosperous future for all Ukrainians.
#OpUNIFIER
🇨🇦We stand with our Ukrainian friends in commemorating the Ukrainian Unity Day.
🇺🇦Ми приєднуємося до наших українських друзів у святкуванні Дня Соборності України.
While defending their country, the members of the Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
need to be ready fight anywhere. On
#OpUNIFIER
, we are showing them how to set up camp, defend their position, and engage the Russian invaders in rural environments.
#StandWithUkraine
Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, met with military of
#Op
UNIFIER and soldiers from the National Guard of Ukraine today, east of Kyiv. Madame Joly also observed a Tactical Combat Casualty Care course provided by the CAF Medical Group.
🇨🇦
#OpUNIFIER
provides training to Ukrainian recruits in soldiering skills such as weapons handling, battlefield first aid, fieldcraft, patrol tactics, and the Law of Armed Conflict.
Check out this firsthand account of what it's like helping to train members of the Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
to save lives as they defend their country from Russian occupation.
#StandWithUkraine
#OpUNIFIER
🇨🇦
@CanadianForces
medical technicians are teaching advanced tactical medical skills to bolster the Ukrainian military’s ability to save lives on the battlefield.
#CAF
soldiers will be arriving in Ukraine mid-June to resume training in support of the Security Forces of Ukraine. Members will isolate for a period of 14 days before joining the mission to protect the force in the COVID-19 environment.
#OpUNIFIER
Сьогодні
#OpUnifier
з гордістю зустрічала командира 4-ої канадської дивізії бригадного генерала Стівена Каддена. Він відвідав солдат #Збройних Сил Канади, які зараз працюють разом з нашими партнерами для підтримки сильної, стабільної та суверенної #України.
“I really enjoy the mutual learning here at the IPSC; sharing tactics, procedures and exp helps us build trust and respect.” – Lt Andrew Poon is a Pl. Cmdr with
#OpUNIFIER
, who advises
#Ukraine
military instructors on the conduct of live fire ranges and field trg exercises.
🇨🇦
@CanadianForces
trainers with
#OpUNIFIER
lead Armed Forces of Ukraine recruits through training in various environments including trenches, urban areas, and rural landscapes.
Today, alongside our Ukrainian partners, we celebrate
#UkrainianConstitutionDay
!
We are proud to help the warriors of Ukraine liberate their country and its people from tyranny and oppression. They are ensuring a brighter future for all of
#Ukraine
.
#OpUNIFIER
#SlavaUkra
ïni
🇨🇦Canadian Armed Forces Medical Technicians and Medical Assistants work with Polish Armed Forces medical trainers to provide life-saving training to soldiers from the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
🇨🇦 We are stronger with Allies. We stand by our Polish partners today as they commemorate Armed Forces Day.
🇵🇱 Z sojusznikami jesteśmy silniejsi. Wspieramy dziś naszych polskich partnerów w obchodach Święta Wojska Polskiego.
Ever wonder what's in a combat medic's bag?
With the
#medical
skills and equipment we give them, our Ukrainian partners are better able to save the lives of their fellow warriors, as they repel Russia's invasion.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
🇨🇦
@CanadianForces
members deployed on
#OpUNIFIER
salute the Defenders of Ukraine.
#Respect
🇺🇦Військові Збройних сил Канади, відряджені в рамах #ОпЮНІФАЄР, віддають честь захисникам України. #Повага
🇨🇦Canadian combat engineers teach Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers specialized skills that will be used on the battlefield and after the conflict has ended.
Practice makes impact.
With each trip to the range, we are helping to make our Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
partners more lethal. We are honoured to help them, as they train to fight against unprovoked Russian aggression.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
Happy Armed Forces Day, Ukraine!
#OpUNIFIER
congratulates the Ukrainian soldiers serving on the frontlines and those enabling them to fight. We admire your bravery, dedication and adaptability.
#StrongerTogether
#DYK
that
#OpUNIFIER
is a multinational Task Force? In addition to 🇨🇦 soldiers, we also have Swedish and Danish soldiers working with us to support Ukraine's military training and mentorship. Today, we are honoured to stand with our Danish partners to celebrate their Flag Day!
Today,
#OpUNIFIER
is commemorating Remembrance Day. It is a solemn day for our members as we reflect on the sacrifices of those that served before us. Lest we forget.
🇨🇦 The Special Service Medal recognizes members of the
@CanadianForces
who have taken part in activities and operations under exceptional circumstances. Bravo Zulu to all
#OpUNIFIER
, Rotation 15 recipients of SSMs and Expedition bars.
🇨🇦 No matter what is thrown at them, the members of the
@CanadianForces
deployed to the UK under
#OpUNIFIER
continue to work together and move forward with the warriors of the Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
towards a brighter future.
#StandWithUkraine
🇨🇦 The
@CanadianForces
is proud to assist Ukrainian ground forces in the professional development of their junior officers by providing Leadership Development Training in partnership with our Allies.
#OpUNIFIER
ALL INJURIES ARE SIMULATED
Check out this firsthand account what it's like to train combat
#medics
of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to save the lives of their fellow warriors of
#Ukraine
.
#StandWithUkraine
#OpUNIFIER
🇨🇦 On January 29, 2023, the new Commander of Joint Task Force-Ukraine, Lieutenant-Colonel Ben Rogerson, assumed command from Lieutenant-Colonel James Boddy during a ceremony in Warsaw, Poland. This event marks the transition between Rotations 16 and 17 of Operation UNIFIER.
🇨🇦The Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Bill Blair, observed the Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers conducting trench warfare training under the mentorship of Canadian Armed Forces members during his recent visit to
#OpUNIFIER
in England.
One day peace and calm will return to the fields and forests of
#Ukraine
. Until that day, we are teaching members of the Armed Forces of Ukraine how to effectively move, live and fight.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
#OPUNIFIER
was pleased to welcome the Commander of TF-Latvia and his staff to Kyiv. Col Cauden and LCol Gilbert discussed cooperation between the two missions to strengthen Canada's support to Latvia and Ukraine.
#StrongerTogether
Today,
#OpUNIFIER
and its 🇺🇸🇩🇰🇵🇱🇸🇪🇱🇹🇬🇧 partners gathered to celebrate the latest group of 🇺🇦 soldiers to successfully complete the challenging NATO-standardized training at the IPSC in Yavoriv! Congrats to all on a job well done!
🇨🇦 Canadian Armed Forces members deployed at Operation UNIFIER’s United Kingdom Training Element received the Special Service Medal from Lieutenant-Colonel James Boddy, during a ceremony late last year in the United Kingdom.
Risking your safety to save the life of another is one of the bravest things anyone can do. We salute the combat medics of the Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
, as they return to their country to defend their land and people.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
🇨🇦 Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers were taught skills to be more lethal and effective on the battlefield while undergoing training in the United Kingdom.
#OpUNIFIER
We are giving the warriors of
#Ukraine
a wide variety of skills to ensure they have the flexibility to effectively move, fight, and save lives as they continue to repel Russian invaders from their country.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
Our Ukrainian partners' dedication and desire to learn everything they can from us feeds our resolve. We are proud to be able to contribute to their fight against Russian aggression.
#OpUNIFIER
#StandWithUkraine
“CAF with Ukraine” is back on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
In cooperation with our Allies,
#OpUNIFIER
resumed training of Ukrainian recruits in August 2022 and is teaching both basic and advanced military skills to Ukrainian soldiers.
@CanadianForces
#OpUNIFER
donated two washing machines to Father Isayevych’s orphanage, in Korolevo. Father Isayevich is a veteran and a National Hero of Ukraine who fosters 21 children in a family-type orphanage and runs a kindergarten in Korolevo.
#StrongerTogether
🇨🇦🇺🇦💪
Great to see the hard work of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and their allies at work as they get their heads into the Final Exercise for RTU 1802. This exercise will validate the skills and techniques they have learned to create a strong, adaptable and capable force! Well done!
🇨🇦 Saving lives in a combat zone is not easy. That's why
@CanadianArmedForces
medical personnel deployed on
#OpUNIFIER
are teaching Armed Forces of
#Ukraine
members how to safely and effectively administer first aid to injured soldiers and evacuate them.
#StandWithUkraine
🇨🇦
#DYK
a sapper is a combatant skilled in a variety of military engineering tasks such as minefield placement and clearing, bridge-building, demolitions, field defences, and road and airfield construction.
#OpUNIFIER