Commander-in-Chief of The Canadian Forces - Rank Insignia

Rank Insignia

Unique Commander-in-Chief rank insignia is displayed on the applicable Canadian Forces uniforms, which the Commander-in-Chief may choose to wear on occasion. In accordance with the Canadian Forces Dress Instructions, the Commander-in-Chief wears a general officer uniform for any of the three environments with, as appropriate or desirable; a flag or general officer hat badge; a special flag or general officer sleeve braid, embellished with the Commander-in-Chief's badge (the crest of the Royal Arms of Canada); and a large, embroidered Commander-in-Chief's badge on the shoulder straps or boards, the badges facing forward.