E3161 Victoria Edwards in conversation with 3251 Jim Tremain
E3161 Victoria Edwards (RMC 2003) interviewed #3251 Jim Tremain (RMC 1954), who served as RMC Club President 1980-81. e-veritas: What extracurricular activities were you involved with at Military College e.g. varsity teams, band, clubs? Did you hold leadership position(s)? Jim Tremain: I wore #34 on the Football team in 1950 and enjoyed playing at offensive…
Ex-Cadet Puts Pen to Paper
In this new series, we feature the writing of 25366 Mike Shewfelt (BA, English, 2012), whose fantasy novel “The Phaireoir Legacy” tells the story of College Cadet Jim Carmichael, and his journey on horseback from Kingston to Calgary and beyond. A publisher for the novel is currently being sought. Mike Shewfelt would like to thank…
Careers | Carrières / Tip of the Hat / Realtor Partners
Material Forensic Engineer / Ingénieur légiste en matériaux Experts Conseils CEP Inc., Laval and Quebec Forensic Engineer in Fire and Explosive Investigations – Quebec / Ingénieur légiste en incendie et explosion – Québec Experts Conseils CEP Inc., Quebec City Head of Operations and Physical Facilities / Chef du service du fonctionnement et des installations matérielles…
Deaths | Décès
4573 WILKERSON, Captain Bruce Harvey, BSc, CD, P Eng – (RC Signals retired) After a brief but courageous battle with cancer, Bruce passed away peacefully at Hospice Niagara, surrounded by his family. Son of the late Harvey and Doris Wilkerson, Bruce is survived by his brother Glynn Wilkerson, nephew Shawn Wilkerson and his children, Andrew…
In This Issue 45
Winnipeg / Edmonton / Hamilton Branches All Hosting in December Manitoba Branch will be hosting its annual Christmas cocktail (meet and greet) on SAT – 8 Dec 2012 ; 1830 for 1900. We would also like to invite those parents / friends of RMCC & RMCSJ cadets who are in Winnipeg area. Location: University Women’…
Ex-Cadet Tops MARS Course
Ex-cadet tops MARS course A/SLt 24498 Noelani Shore (RMC 2009) After three months of hard work, Acting Sub-Lieutenant 25458 Jackie Ghanam (RMC 2012) finished on top of her MARS III course. She was awarded the John F Kilner Trophy which was donated by Mrs. Denise Kilner in remembrance of her late husband, Lieutenant-Commander John F.…
Class Notes
Canadians gathered to honour soldiers who died in Afghanistan during the unveiling of the Afghanistan Repatriation Memorial in Trenton, Ontario. Saturday November 10th. More photos. We are always on the lookout for ex-Cadets to add to our Class Notes section. If you are or if you know of an Ex Cadet with something interesting going…
Ex-Cadets in the News
His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General and Commander-in-Chief of Canada, recently announced the presentation of Military Valour Decorations and Meritorious Service Decorations (Military Division) to members of the Canadian and allied forces. The presentation ceremony took place on Thursday, November 15, 2012, at 10:30 a.m., at Rideau Hall. A quick review of…
E3161 Victoria Edwards in conversation with G0055 Valerie Keyes who served as President of the RMC Club in 1998-99
E3161 Victoria Edwards in conversation with G0055 Valerie Keyes, who served as President of the RMC Club in 1998-99. (4th in a series) e-veritas: What are you up to these days? Valerie Keyes: In 2011, I was appointed Project Director Requirements and Director Headquarters Integration, HQ Transformation Project, National Defence Headquarters. The project will mitigate…
“Fixture” of RMCC Receives Honorary Degree
Margaret Atwood Honoured at Fall Convocation Article by Dr. Michael Hurley, RMCC English Department Photos by 25366 Mike Shewfelt Okay, class – pop quiz time. Who’s Canada’s best bet to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature? Who’s a lyricist for both rock bands and opera, a cartoonist and gifted public speaker with a flair for…
College Marks Unofficial Start of Christmas Season
RMCC Band Upholds Tradition of Musical Excellence and Fun Article and Photos by 25366 Mike Shewfelt The RMCC Band held its annual Christmas Concert this past Friday night. This event, which together with the Winter Ball marks the unofficial start to the Christmas season at the College, was well attended by members of the community,…
Spotlight on RMCC Military & Academic Staff
College Military Staff: WO Jim Harper, Standards Warrant Officer 25366 Mike Shewfelt recently had the opportunity to put a few questions to WO Jim Harper, the College Standards Warrant Officer, who has become a familiar face around the peninsula. e-Veritas: What is your background in the CF…? What is your trade…? WO Harper: I have…