Abandoned comrades: it’s our moral obligation to support the language and cultural advisers 

After playing a crucial role in Canada’s mission in Afghanistan, cultural advisers face disparity in recognition and care.

Canada's military mission in Afghanistan ended after 13 years of conflict, leaving deep scars on everyone involved, including the LCAs who were not affordable comparable benefits to their CAF counterparts, writes Gregory Lick. DND photograph by Cpl Shilo Adamson

Opinion

BY GREGORY LICK

June 26, 2024

When duty called, an extraordinary group of Canadian citizens answered with courage and skill. They stepped up to play a crucial role in Canada’s mission in Afghanistan: the language and cultural advisers (LCAs). Handpicked by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) for their flue...

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