Jim Leech, RMC Class of 1968, Receives Honourary Degree from Queen’s University
Congratulations to Jim Leech, RMC Class of 1968, on his Honourary Degree from Queen’s University. Notice from Queen’s University: Chancellor Emeritus Jim Leech attended Royal Roads and Royal Military College, earning the Canadian Army Award, and upon graduation joined the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals and served with the Royal 22e Régiment. Following this military…
RMC Class of 2001 Grad is the First Woman Promoted to the Rank of Brigadier-General in the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
Congrats to newly-promoted BGen Marie-Christine Harvey, RMC Class of 2001, (3rd from the left) and the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery who today promoted its first woman to the rank of Brigadier-General!
Major Sarabjot Anand Assumes Command of Alpha Squadron at the Canadian Forces Network Operations Centre
On 14 June 2024, Major Anand, RMC Class of 2015, had the profound honour of assuming command of Alpha Squadron at the Canadian Forces Network Operations Centre. He wrote on his LinkedIn profile that “this significant milestone humbles me with the privilege of leading Canada’s premier cyber defence force.” Alpha Squadron is the vanguard of…
More Canadian Army Appointments for 2023 and 2024
Shared from Canadian Military Family Magazine Several new commanding officer, regimental sergeant major and chief warrant officer appointments were recently heralded within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). LGen Jocelyn Paul, Commander of the Canadian Army, made the announcements. “I offer my heartfelt congratulations and sincerest best wishes to those taking on new appointments and new…
Alumni Jameel Janjua RMC Class of 2000 Prepares for Upcoming Mission on Galactic07
Major Jameel Janjua was born in Calgary, Alberta, and graduated from the Royal Military College of Canada with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Materials Engineering, Class of 2000. He was awarded the Governor General’s medal as the top graduate. Upon graduation from RMC, Jameel was awarded a post-graduate scholarship from the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) to complete a Master of Science (SM) degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
RMC Class of 2001 Sarah Heer – Competitive Swimming Gave me the Skills That I Needed to Succeed
“I learned that (RMC) was a place where they would pay you to go to school,” she said. For Bailie, thought after thought, her mind was made up. It would be studies – and swimming for RMC in the Canadian Interuniversity Athletics Union (now known as USports). Four years later, it was graduation time from RMC. Bailie had worked hard to earn a bachelor’s degree in arts with a major in business administration. Then came a Masters in Defence Studies.
From the RCAF to LMC: Meet Gennifer Stainforth
Article shared from: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-ca/features/rcaf-lmc-meet-gennifer.htmltm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_term=canada&utm_content=careers_blog&linkId=100000260407072 This year, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is celebrating 100 years of serving and protecting Canadians. As Canada’s trusted defence partner, Lockheed Martin Canada has proudly contributed to this history and supported the RCAF in its mission of keeping Canadian skies secure. To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the RCAF, we…
New Commander for Canadian Special Operations Forces Command
News release May 7, 2024 – Ottawa – National Defence/Canadian Armed Forces Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) completed a change of command ceremony today at Cartier Square Drill Hall in Ottawa, where Brigadier-General Steve Hunter assumed command from Major-General Steve Boivin. Presided over by General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), today’s…
Boeing Names Former Royal Canadian Air Force Commander to Lead Canada Operations
Press Release shared from: https://www.boeing.ca/news/2024/boeing-names-former-royal-canadian-air-force-commander-to-lead-canada-operations OTTAWA, Ontario, May 17, 2024 – Boeing has appointed Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Al Meinzinger as president of Boeing Canada and Boeing Canada Operations Ltd., effective June 6, 2024. A distinguished leader and veteran, Meinzinger will report to Dr. Brendan Nelson, president of Boeing Global, and succeeds Charles “Duff” Sullivan who retired earlier this…
Military Personnel Command Announces Key Appointment
“My sincerest congratulations to all,” announced LGen. Bourgon, “Your selection for these key MILPERCOM appointments reflects your continued dedication and significant contributions to the Canadian Armed Forces and I wish you every success throughout your tour.
Final Promotions, Appointments and Releases, General Flag Officers 2023 and other Announcements
Article shared from the Canadian Military Family Magazine: On March 7, 2024, the Chief of the Defence Staff announced the final promotions, appointments and releases for General Flag Officers 2023 in CANFORGEN 027/24. Referencing CANFORGENS 070/23, 095/23 and 183/23, General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff, said, “I have the privilege to announce the…
Sandra Sukstorf, RMC Class of 1986, First Lady Cadet to be Appointed to the Superior Court in Canada
Article shared from the Government of Canada Website: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2024/02/minister-of-justice-and-attorney-general-of-canada-announces-judicial-appointments-in-the-province-of-british-columbia.html The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists…