Applications open for the first Women Veterans Council
News release from the Government of Canada – Veterans Affairs Women Veterans Council The Women Veterans Council offers the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence insight on specific initiatives and priority areas from their unique points of view and lived experiences on all matters of importance to women (still-serving and Veterans).…
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 Welcomes New Varsity Athletes to the Family
Below is a list of the newest varsity recruits to join the RMC Sports Family. We can’t wait to see you on the field/pitch/court/ice! Men’s Hockey Women’s Soccer Men’s Rugby
RMC Women’s Volleyball Coach Joely Christan Inducted into the OVA Hall of Fame
Shared from the RMC Paladins Facebook Page: Congratulations to our own Joely Christan, who was inducted into the OVA Hall of Fame! The head coach of the 2005 gold medal winning Team Ontario at the 2005 Canada Games, Joely and her team were inducted into the team category! Félicitations à Joely Christan, qui a été…
Indigenous Leadership Opportunity Year Ceremony
On Friday 14 June we celebrated the success of 12 Indigenous members of the CAF who have flourished within the Indigenous Leadership Opportunity Year program, demonstrating their hard work and leadership skills. This year, 10 of them have decided to pursue careers as officers in the CAF by attending a Canadian Military College, one decided…
Exclusive Alumni Offer for Reunion Weekend Accommodations
Dwell Aparthotels – (www.dwellaparthotels.ca) and The Smith Hotel – (https://www.thesmithhotel.ca/) are offering an exclusive RMC Alumni Discount for their boutique hotels for RMC Reunion Weekend 2024. The Dwell Aparthotels, located at 221 Queen St, Kingston, features beautifully curated, fully-furnished apartments with hotel perks. Designed with all the comforts of home, each of our properties are…
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…
Royal Roads Commemorative Benches Available
Royal Roads has a limited number of new commemorative benches available to recognize milestones, celebrate events, or honour loved ones while enhancing Royal Roads’ gardens and grounds. With your donation, a commemorative plaque will be placed on the bench of your choosing. Please visit www.royalroads.ca/giving/benches and contact [email protected] Bancs commémoratifs de Royal Roads disponibles dès…
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…
Abbotsford Airshow pleased to offer complimentary Walk-in General Admission to active & retired military members of Canada
Submitted by the Vancouver Branch: To all the members of the RMC Club Vancouver Branch – both serving military and ex-military. Thank you for your service. The Abbotsford Airshow (Aug 9, 10 & 11 2024) is pleased to offer complimentary Walk-in General Admission to active & retired military members of Canada and her Allies this year.…
Third Chief Professional Conduct and Culture Command Chief Warrant Officer Announced
Article shared from the Canadian Military Family Magazine After a rigorous and transparent selection process, CWO F.G.J. Lavoie has been named the third Chief Professional Conduct and Culture (CPCC) Command Chief Warrant Officer (CCWO). The announcement was made this spring by the current Chief Professional Conduct and Culture LGen. Jennie Carignan. LGen Jennie Carignan and…