Testimonial from Noémie Poirier-Laberge

Why did you choose to apply to PSP Deployment Support and ultimately deploy? 

I decided to deploy for the experience.

What is your deployment role/job?

I'm a fitness and sports instructor. I teach group classes for the military community, organize sports and recreational activities, and design training programs. I maintain the equipment in the training room, making sure the military has everything they need to stay in shape. I'm here to help soldiers maintain adequate physical and mental health for the duration of their deployment.

What have been the most rewarding aspects of your deployment?

Being here on deployment as a civilian is very rewarding and makes me very proud. I feel I'm making a difference, and the military appreciate the services I offer. Seeing the soldiers change physically, achieving their goals and progressing is definitely what makes me most proud.

What would you say to people that are considering applying to PSP Deployment Support?

Be prepared for the unexpected and be ready to adapt to every situation, because on deployment, anything can happen.

Is there a success story you would like to share (i.e. personal achievement, team success, etc.)?

My group courses are really popular, and I think that's the result of my efforts. I put a lot of time and effort into giving group courses that follow on from each other and meet participants' expectations and needs.