Canadian Forces Intelligence Command (CFINTCOM) has a new leader.
A “COVID-conscious” change of command ceremony was held Tuesday which saw Vice-Admiral Scott Bishop pass command to Major-General Michael Wright.
Major-General Wright recently returned from deployment in Iraq.
Vice-Admiral Bishop, who spent the last five years in the role, will move on to Belgium later this summer where he will take on the position of the Canadian Military Representative to NATO.
CFINTCOM is the central coordinator for all defence intelligence.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to lead CFINTCOM for an unprecedented five years. The Defence Team members of this command have continuously provided exceptional intelligence support at all levels, and it was my pleasure to lead them through this period of tremendous growth in demand for intelligence support and products. I look forward to continuing to work closely with our Allies at NATO, further reinforcing our strong partnerships.”
Vice-Admiral Scott Bishop, Outgoing Commander Canadian Forces Intelligence Command and Chief of Defence Intelligence
“It is a great pleasure to return to CFINTCOM as commander, and take the helm from VAdm Bishop, who has led the Command through a time of transition. I look forward to continuing the command’s excellent work within our institution, and as a reliable partner across the Government of Canada and international intelligence communities.”
Major-General Michael Wright, Incoming Commander Canadian Forces Intelligence Command and Chief of Defence Intelligence
