433- Commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces

Commissioned officers of the Canadian Forces perform some or all of the following duties:


Plan, organize and command the activities of Canadian Forces combat units such as armour, artillery and infantry battalions
Develop and implement military procedures and policies based on detailed knowledge of units' capabilities and performance
Direct subordinates in training and co-ordinate and direct activities of units in accordance with military practices
Assume responsibility for welfare, morale and discipline of units
Review and evaluate unit performance, prepare reports and provide briefings for superiors
May command and lead units engaged in non-combat operations for disaster relief and humanitarian and peacekeeping efforts domestically and internationally.