Quand l’expertise pédagogique rencontre le terrain : une immersion réussie à Québec
En février 2026, des membres du Centre des langues, accompagnés de volontaires de l’Escadre d’entraînement, ont encadré un groupe de 18 Élof et Aspm du Collège militaire royal du Canada dans le cadre d’une semaine d’immersion à Québec. Cette initiative, conçue comme un environnement d’apprentissage expérientiel et hautement contextualisé, visait à placer les apprenants dans des situations de communication authentiques afin de favoriser le développement de leurs compétences langagières.
Upcoming Events
Kingston Branch Events The next Kingston Branch Luncheon will be on Wednesday, 13 May 2026 at the Army-Navy-Air Force Club, 317 Gore Road. Plan to arrive around noon so that you’ll have time for catching up with old friends while enjoying a libation. A light lunch will follow at 1230 hrs. Dress for this event is “Relaxed”.…
International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women Who Break Barriers in the Canadian Armed Forces
In the decades that followed, women continued to push doors open, moving from separate corps into fully integrated service, expanding into a growing number of trades, and rising into positions of influence and command. Today, women serve across the CAF as operational leaders, fighter pilots, engineers, strategists, technicians, and mentors, helping the institution evolve while upholding its highest standards.
Lieutenant Colonel Eleanor Taylor RMC 1998: Leadership Forged Through Service and Challenge
Lieutenant Colonel Eleanor Taylor (RMC 1998) is widely respected for a distinguished 25‑year career in the Canadian Armed Forces and for the influence she continues to have well beyond her time in uniform. Her professional journey is marked by courage, humility, and a deep commitment to developing others, qualities that define her as a true…
Leading with Integrity: RMC Alumna LCol Cindy Legarie RMC 2002 Recognized by WiDS as a Remarkable Leader
The Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association is proud to celebrate the recognition of LCol Cindy Legarie as a recipient of the Women in Defence and Security (WiDS) Remarkable Leader Award. It was an honour for the Alumni Association to nominate Cindy for this award, which recognizes leaders whose impact, integrity, and commitment to inclusion strengthen Canada’s defence and security community.
From Service in Uniform to Service in Parliament: The Career of Leona Alleslev Krofchak RMC 1991
From her early years as an officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force to her tenure as a Member of Parliament and senior opposition leader, Leona Alleslev‑Krofchak’s career reflects a consistent dedication to public service. As an alumna of the Royal Military College of Canada, Leona Alleslev‑Krofchak exemplifies the values instilled at the CMC’s – leadership, service before self, and a lifelong commitment to Canada.
Trailblazer in Uniform: LCol (Ret’d) Anne Reiffenstein
For generations of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members, “trailblazer” is more than a title it is a responsibility carried with courage, professionalism, and quiet determination. Lieutenant-Colonel (Retired) Anne Reiffenstein, CD, embodies that spirit. Over a 28-year career (1989–2018) as a field artillery officer, educator, and leader, she helped open doors in the Army’s combat arms, commanded at key levels, and used every posting as an opportunity to strengthen teams and develop people.
From the Classroom to Command: The Distinguished Career of Captain (N) Annick Fortin, CMRSJ RMC 1997
Alongside her operational career, Captain (N) Fortin has made significant contributions ashore. She has served at the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Vancouver, Naval Fleet School Esquimalt as Fleet Support Training Officer, and at National Defence Headquarters in several strategic roles, including within the Strategic Joint Staff and the Directorate of Naval Strategy. Notably, she served as Director Current Operations for the Canadian Fleet Pacific, reflecting the trust placed in her leadership at the highest operational levels.
Leadership, Learning, and Service in Defence and Aviation: Major Catherine Cabot, CD
Major Cabot has also served in highly visible national roles, including a two‑year appointment as Senior Aide‑de‑camp to the Governor General of Canada. In that capacity, she supported national ceremonies and engagements focused on mental health and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. She further served as Equerry to His Majesty King Charles III during his visit to Canada for the Speech from the Throne, highlighting the intersection of military professionalism and Canada’s national institutions.