From RMC to the International Space Station: Colonel Joshua Kutryk, Class of 2004
From the classrooms of the Royal Military College of Canada to the launch pad at Cape Canaveral, Colonel Joshua Kutryk’s journey reflects a lifetime of service, discipline and discovery. The RMC Class of 2004 graduate is preparing for his first spaceflight as a mission specialist aboard NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station.
Colonel Angie Thomas (RMC 2003) Assumes Command of 14 Wing Greenwood
A distinguished aerospace leader and dedicated officer, Colonel Thomas has built an impressive career marked by operational excellence, professional achievement, and a steadfast commitment to service. Her journey from Officer Cadet at the Royal Military College of Canada to Wing Commander reflects the values of Truth, Duty, Valour that continue to shape generations of RMC graduates.
Representing Canada Abroad: Ryan Ward, RMC 2004, Appointed Incoming Consul General in Bengaluru
A graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Ryan began his career as a Logistics Officer with the Royal Canadian Air Force, completing specialized training in human resources, transport, and leadership, and working at National Defence Headquarters on officer assessment for senior staff positions.
Alumni Spotlight: From Military College to Market Leader and Author – Jason Donville, RRMC RMC Class of 1986
Like generations of alumni before him, Jason arrived at Royal Roads Military College as a young cadet, where he learned the enduring values of leadership, discipline, resilience, and service. Those lessons would become the foundation of an extraordinary career that would take him from the parade square to the boardroom, and ultimately to the pages of a deeply personal and compelling book.
RMC 2007 Alumna Leah West Helping Shape Canada’s Cybersecurity Future
A former armoured officer in the Canadian Armed Forces, Leah served for 10 years and deployed to Afghanistan in 2010. She later transitioned into law and national security, serving with the Department of Justice’s National Security Litigation and Advisory Branch, clerking at the Federal Court of Canada, and appearing before courts and national security review bodies, including the Supreme Court of Canada. Today, she is an Associate Professor at Carleton University’s Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, where her work focuses on national security law, international humanitarian law, and cyber operations.
From Small-Town Ontario to International Leadership
The journey of Colonel (Ret’d) Brian Akitt, RRMC/RMC Class of 1974, is a powerful reminder that extraordinary opportunities often begin with a single decision.
Update on Use of College Numbers in Alumni Communications
Following a recent policy change, the Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association will apply a consistent approach to the use of college numbers across all alumni communications.
Le Tour des Collèges is gaining momentum – the cyclists are at almost 50% of their $150,000 fundraising goal!
In September 2026, alumni from Canada’s military colleges will take to the road for Le Tour des Collèges, a 500-kilometre commemorative ride from RMC Saint-Jean to RMC via Ottawa, celebrating two historic milestones: the 150th anniversary of the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) and the 75th anniversary of Royal Military College Saint-Jean (RMCSJ). Every donation helps honour this legacy while strengthening what these Colleges make possible for future generations.
Royal Roads Homecoming September 12-13 2026 – Registration is now open!
This September 12–13, return to Royal Roads for a special Homecoming weekend celebrating the people, experiences, and traditions that continue to connect us.
Return, Reconnect, Remember: Reunion and Homecoming 2026
As the Royal Military Colleges community looks ahead to a meaningful season of reconnection, celebration, and shared tradition, alumni, families, and friends are encouraged to mark their calendars for several special Reunion and Homecoming events in 2026.