# 2023-030 Pay and Benefits, Canadian Armed Forces Relocation Directive, Relocation

Case summary

F&R Date: 2024-12-20

The grievor disputed what they considered an unreasonably rigid interpretation of the Canadian Armed Forces Relocation Directive (CAFRD) regarding vehicle registration. The grievor claimed that limited opening hours, changing document requirements, and extenuating personal circumstances prevented them from registering their Personal Motor Vehicle prior to the expiration of the first vehicle safety certificate. As redress, the grievor requested reimbursement for the cost of a second vehicle safety certificate and a review of CAFRD 3.3.02 and 6.06 provisions.

The Initial Authority explained that there are no provisions for the reimbursement of a second vehicle safety certificate in the CAFRD and found that the grievor had been treated fairly, thus denying redress.

The Committee noted that the Canadian Armed Forces do not have the authority to extend benefits beyond the Treasury Board approved policy, which did not allow for reimbursement of a second vehicle inspection. As the document requirements were clearly set out on the applicable provincial government agency website and given the circumstance, the Committee found that the issue did not merit further consideration. Consequently, the Committee recommended that the Final Authority deny redress.