An Army Girl’s Perspective – The Burden of Command
I learned a great deal about the weight of responsibility as an Executive Assistant to a General Officer. I had the obvious duties of coordinating and preparing him for his meetings with his subordinates, general staff, or outside civilian and government partners. I was the “gatekeeper” to his office to some degree for both written documentation and for office calls. I knew I would be privy to sensitive things and I would have to demonstrate total discretion. I expected that going into the job. But I only fully appreciated, once I was seated in the position, that I as a member of the inner sanctum I was one of the most trusted people within his circle. I was privy to the personal deliberations that came with the most challenging decisions. I had the opportunity to see the human side of command at higher levels.
23384 Major Alexia Hannam (nee Shore), Class of 2006, has always dreamt of flying
Major Alexia Hannam is a military helicopter pilot, currently responsible for the Flight Safety program in Cold Lake, AB. Previously she was the Commanding Officer of 417 Squadron, still actively helping the unit and flying their Search and Rescue Griffon helicopters
Friends of the Canadian War Museum Celebrate Canadian Women in Uniform
We follow many other likeminded eNewsletters from our friends in the industry, one in particular the Friends of the Canadian War Museum, featured Canadian Women in Uniform for their march issue. “The 2023 International Women’s Day was on March 8th. To celebrate and honour the outstanding achievements of the Women of the Canadian Armed Forces,…
2023 Old Brigade Dinner
One of the big events of the Kingston Reunion Weekend is the Old Brigade Dinner, a tradition that dates back to 1906. Last year’s was a big success, and we hope this one will be even better. Members of more senior classes will welcome and induct the 2023 Class of Entry into the Old Brigade,…
The Atlantic Branch officially stood up at the start of 2023
le texte français suit The Atlantic Branch officially stood up at the start of this year. Our goals include the welfare of: – alumni in all four Atlantic Provinces, especially support to activities that will continue the camaraderie shared at the Colleges – cadets currently at the Royal Military Colleges – the Royal Military Colleges…
Reunion Weekend Dates for 2023
Reunion Weekend is just around the corner … maybe not right around the corner, but close enough that we want to help you start your planning! Please find below the tentative schedule of events for RMC Saint-Jean, Royal Roads and RMC Kingston. RMC Saint-Jean 25-26 August 2023 La fin de semaine des retrouvailles (FDSDR) 2023…
What we’re listening to – Podcast Series
19377 Amanda Kalhous RMC 1994 – Women’s Mentoring Network of Canada – https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ep-048-19526-tracy-anne-versteeg/id1535153210?i=1000602678160 Episode 48 features Tracy-Anne Versteeg. A graduate of the Class of 1994, Tracy began her studies at Royal Roads and completed her B. Eng in Chemical and Materials Engineering at RMC. She was commissioned as a Marine System Engineer completing her training…
Resilience Plus Letters Project
Special greetings to all members of the RMC Alumni Association. Whether you are serving, working as a civilian or retired, it is our wish that you are enjoying the benefits of having attended one or more of the military colleges. We, the cadets of the College, look forward to joining you at some time in…
