What is a Release Point?

A point at which a higher command releases control of a unit to its commander. This is what is known as a control measure.

Military-connected students may be still serving or transitioning to civilian-life where entering academia can be a disorientating time. This is the point at which the disciplined, structured, and collective environment of the Canadian Armed Forces dissipates.

With this new found independence, military-connected learners may face challenges without the benefit of a tailored framework that addresses the real and forecasted needs of this unique group. 

On operations, when soldiers, sailors, aviators, or operators transition through a release point elements separate and conduct the pre-arranged plan. This is a dangerous period. 

The release point is always supported by team members on overwatch and at Release Point Education, I believe the movement to education should be supported in the same manner.