Lt.-Gen. Jennie Carignan Named New Chief of Canada’s Military

Published on July 3, 2024

Lieutenant-General Jennie Carignan has been named Canada’s next chief of the defence staff, making her the first woman to hold the Canadian Armed Forces’ top position. Lt.-Gen. Carignan will replace General Wayne Eyre, who is retiring this summer after 40 years of service in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and serving as chief of the defence staff (CDS) since 2021, the Prime Minister’s Office announced July 3. Lt.-Gen. Carignan will be promoted to the rank of general and will officially assume her duties after a change-of-command July 18 ceremony. “Over the course of her career, her exceptional leadership qualities, commitment to excellence, and dedication to service have been a tremendous asset to our Armed Forces,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said in a statement. “I am confident that, as Canada’s new Chief of the Defence Staff, she will help Canada be stronger, more secure, and ready to tackle global security challenges.”...

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