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Canadian Armed Forces Newspaper Editor-EN

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC
On-site
Posted Oct 5, 2026
1 position

$60,380–$71,080 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 2, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Plan and manage the content, style, language quality, and layout of the Servir newspaper, while monitoring military news and reporting on events in the local military community. Coordinate with CAF units, Public Affairs Officers, imagery teams, and advertising staff, and contribute to regional guides, departmental newsletters, and social media content.

Job details

CFMWS – WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION! At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events. Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services. As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact. THE ROLE As an Editor, you will plan, organize, and manage operations related to the content, style, language quality, and layout of Servir newspaper. You will stay abreast of military news and developments, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) publications, and foreign media reports, as required. You will liaise with various CAF units throughout the region to report on events within the local military community. You will work closely with Public Affairs Officers and their Imagery Sections. You will also collaborate with the Advertising Representative to integrate advertising content into the newspaper. You will work within the Integrated Services (Communications and Marketing) Department of Personnel Support Programs (PSP). In this role, you will contribute to the Military Community Guide – Montreal Region, departmental newsletters, and the creation of content for social media platforms. Qualifications Needed Education, Certifications and Licenses College diploma or certificate in Journalism, Communications or Public Relations, or a related field, AND some years of experience in journalism, communication, public relations or in a related field. Experience In collecting information through interviews and analyzing In verifying copy for accuracy In writing articles following journalism guidelines In operating a digital camera In personnel management In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing Competencies Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership. Language Requirements Bilingualism Essential Reading comprehension: Advanced Writing: Advanced Oral interaction: Functional Benefits Available Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance. Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days. Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans. Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training. Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation. Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits Other Information This is an on-site position with an assigned work location. PSP: Personnel Support Programs (PSP) is a division of Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS). PSP helps ensure that the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) remain operationally ready by supporting the health, well-being, and quality of life of CAF members and their families. PSP contributes to the CAF’s operational readiness by delivering fitness, sports, recreation, and health promotion programs and services to military communities across Canada, as well as to CAF members deployed around the world. START DATE October 26, 2026 INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Quebec

What you’ll do

Requirements

A college diploma or certificate in journalism, communications, public relations, or a related field is required, along with some years of relevant experience. Candidates need experience gathering and analyzing information, verifying and writing copy, using a digital camera and common office software, and must meet advanced English/French reading and writing requirements and functional oral interaction requirements.