Responding to the CMC Review: Towards Renewal Seven Propositions for Renewal of the Canadian Military Colleges
The Canadian Military Colleges Review is an opportunity to respond to the issues identified in Recommendations 28 and 29 of the Arbour Report while implementing changes and innovation that preserve the CMCs and enhance their capacity to produce leaders for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).
The RMCAA strongly believes that officer and naval cadet education at the CMCs should be continued and that the CMCs require systematic renewal to modernize the training offered and make needed cultural changes. In developing propositions for renewal of the CMCs, the RMCAA Steering Committee (the SteerCo), in collaboration with RMCAA’s consultants, has considered numerous streams of data and evidence.
The Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association’s (RMCAA) proposals maintain the fundamental structure of the Cadet Wing operating in an academic degree granting setting. The proposals identify substantial reforms to modernize the training approach, support needed cultural change, and recognize fundamental changes that have occurred in Canadian society over the past fifty years.
Jennifer Jordan Marks 15 Years of Service
The Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association (RMCAA) is proud to honour Jennifer Jordan, who marks 15 years of exemplary service on July 20, 2024. Jennifer’s dedication and hard work have significantly driven the progress of the RMCAA, opening new avenues for the association and fostering stronger connections with alumni and current Cadets.
Notice of Annual General Meeting – RMC Alumni Association
ROYAL MILITARY COLLEGES ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (‘RMCAA’) 2024 Annual General Meeting Circular The purpose of this circular is to advise members of the RMCAA of the details with respect to the 2024 Annual General Meeting. 1. The AGM will be held on October 24th at 1700 hrs at the Canadian War Museum, Ateliers C & D,…
RMC Alumni Association to transition away from RMC Connect
As the landscape of digital communication and engagement continuously evolves, the RMC Alumni Association is regularly evaluating our activities to ensure alignment with member preferences. It has become clear in recent months that we can now more effectively serve and engage with our community by leveraging more popular and accessible online platforms. With just over…
Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association Attends 31st Annual Vimy Gala 2023
We congratulate this year’s Vimy Gala winner, Jacqueline O’Neill, Canada’s first Ambassador for Women, Peace, and Security. Her diplomatic skills, operational experience, and ability to form personal connections influence collaboration even in the most challenging and contested spaces.
We invite you to connect with us and your fellow Alumni on RMC Connect
In the past year the RMC Alumni Association has rolled out a new social networking platform and connection point for our Alumni called RMC Connect. RMC Connect will serve as your one stop shop for all things Alumni related. You can find and post jobs for other alumni to see, search for events in your…
Paying Tribute to an Officer and a Gentleman: 2652 Colonel (Ret’d) A Britton Smith, MC, CD, Ld’H(F), QC, LLD (RMC), LLD (Queens) 1920-2023
Brit will be remembered as a soldier, entrepreneur, community leader, philanthropist, but most importantly he will be remembered for his humility, and sense of humour.
“His humility and giving nature led to unparalleled philanthropy over the years, enabling countless affordable housing and health-care projects to help individuals and families. His generosity has left a lasting mark on the community, a legacy of meeting the needs of others. He will be greatly missed.” – Mayor Bryan Patterson, City of Kingston, and Assistant Professor Economics Department RMC (Source Ottawa Business Journal)
Celebrating Mary Darlington, An Example of Continued Service, Friendship, and Commitment at the Royal Military College of Canada Alumni Association
“I have witnessed the evolution of the College, and I am privileged to have worked under 11 different Commandants and have learned from all of them. The best part about these relationships we have developed over the years is that we all genuinely care for one another. Everyone works together for a greater cause: building leaders and great citizens for our country.”
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Happy Holidays from the Chairman RMC Alumni Association
With the end of 2022 quickly approaching, allow me to extend my appreciation and gratitude to the Alumni, staff, Officer and Naval Cadets of the Canadian Military Colleges. The Alumni Association has undergone a major transformation and continues to evolve to better meet the needs of the Alumni and future alumni. The staff and volunteers…
ROYAL MILITARY COLLEGES OF CANADA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION – UPDATE ON RECRUITING FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Based on the results of the interviews, five nominees will be put forward for the Board to consider in September. If the Board agrees, these nominees would then be put forward for election by voting members at the Annual General Meeting in October.
S160 Mary Darlington Celebrates 22 Year Work Anniversary
Please join me in wishing Mary Darlington a very happy work anniversary. This month marks Mary’s 22 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Colleges. Congratulations Mary! I do not know how many berets, badges, ties, scarves or ball caps Mary has sold over the years, but I do know that each and every…