Notice of the Annual Meeting of the Voting Members of the Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual meeting (the “Meeting”) of the voting members of the Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association Inc. (the “RMCAA”) will be held at 17:00 hours (Kingston, Ontario time) on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 and any adjournments or postponements thereof at The Royal Canadian Military Institute, Otter Room, 426 University Avenue, Toronto Ontario, M5G 1S9, for the following purposes:
Canadian Defence Academy – Overview of CMCRB implementation progress
On Monday 22 June 2026, the Canadian Defence Academy (CDA) and the Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association (RMCAA) collaborated to deliver the second in a recurring series of webinars on the implementation of the Canadian Military College Review Board’s recommendations.
Vacation Notice / Avis de vacances
Please note that there will not be an August issue, as our team will be taking a short summer break.
RETIREMENT– LIEUTENANT-COLONEL, DANIEL J. THIBODEAU, CD – 00341, SIGS
AFTER 27 YEARS OF LOYAL AND DEDICATED SERVICE TO CANADA, THE CANADIAN ARMED FORCES, AND THE ROYAL CANADIAN CORPS OF SIGNALS, I WILL BE HANGING UP MY UNIFORM ON 22 JUNE 2026
Annual General Meeting RMC Alumni Association – 28 October 2026
The AGM will be held on October 28th at 1700 hrs at the Royal Canadian Military Institute, 426 University Ave, Toronto ON M5G 1S9. Voting will be conducted electronically between October 16, 2026, and October 28, 2026. To receive a ballot voting members must have an e-mail address on file.
A Ride of Remembrance and Legacy: Le Tour des Collèges
The Cycling Project is raising $150,000 in support of the Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association. Funds raised will be directed equally to the Museum Project and the Truth, Duty, Valour Fund—supporting both Colleges and helping preserve their legacy for future generations.
Le projet de Tour cycliste vise à amasser 150 000 $ au profit de l’Association des ancien(ne)s des CMR. Les fonds récoltés seront répartis également entre le projet du musée et le fonds Vérité, devoir, vaillance afin de soutenir ces collèges, en plus de contribuer à préserver leur héritage pour les générations futures.
Honouring a Lifetime of Commitment: Old Brigade Eligibility Explained
By convention, members who entered a Canadian Military College under a four‑year plan (including RMC, RRMC, and First Year at RMCSJ) are automatically welcomed into the Old Brigade four months prior to the completion of the 50‑year period and may adopt the customs normally accorded to Old Brigade members, as decreed by the Old Brigade Adjutant.
Annual and Lifetime Donor Lists Now Available on the RMC Alumni Association Website
Your support is not just a contribution; it is a legacy. Each donation directly impacts the lives of Naval and Officer Cadets, providing them with opportunities and resources that shape their character, leadership, and sense of service. Because of you, our future leaders are equipped to meet the complex challenges of tomorrow as officers in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Lead Tradition. Build Connections. Celebrate Legacy. Become the Next RMC Old Brigade Adjutant!
The Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic volunteer to serve as the RMC Old Brigade Adjutant (OBA). This is your chance to help shape milestone events, foster lifelong friendships, and celebrate the proud legacy of the Canadian Military Colleges.
Reminder Annual General Meeting RMC Alumni Association – 29 October 2025
Reminder Annual General Meeting RMC Alumni Association – 29 October 2025
RMC Alumni Association Administrative Fee Update – Effective January 1, 2026
At the September 12, 2025, Board Meeting, the RMC Alumni Association Board of Directors approved a motion to increase the administrative fee applied to class and program-specific funds (including restricted funds and endowments) from 1% to 1.5%, effective January 1, 2026.
This update reflects the RMC Alumni Association’s commitment to transparency, sustainability, and responsible stewardship of donor contributions. It ensures the fee fairly supports the work involved in managing and administering funds, while remaining modest and aligned with common practice.
Honouring Service and Inviting New Leadership: Thank You, Peter Avis
As we turn the page on another chapter in the history of the Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association, it is my privilege to recognize and thank Peter Avis for his outstanding service as RMC’s Old Brigade Adjutant. Peter has been a steadfast leader, a connector of generations, and a champion for the traditions that make our alumni community so special.
