Our heartfelt condolences on the sudden death of an RCN sailor in Halifax

Ombud Message | 27 January 2025

Over the weekend, we learned of the sudden passing of a Royal Canadian Navy sailor in Halifax while in service to Canada.

We are deeply saddened to hear this difficult news.

Whenever a member of the Defence community passes, it is felt throughout the entire community.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, and the entire Defence community.

Please remember that you are not alone during this difficult time. Reach out if you need help. There are resources are available to you.

 

Robyn Hynes
Interim Ombud

 

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Resources

• Canadian Armed Forces Sentinel Program (email)
• Resources for employees for mental health in the workplace
• Mental health in the Canadian Armed Forces
• Mental Health Continuum Model
• Road to Mental Readiness (R2MR)
• Helping Our Peers by Providing Empathy (HOPE) program
• Canadian Mental Health Association
• The Family Information Line