This year make RMC your first Christmas concert.

The band of the Royal Military College of Canada will present its annual Christmas Concert on November 19th, 2010 at 19h30. This performance will be held in the Cadet Formal Mess in Yeo Hall at the college.

Under the musical direction of Master Warrant Officer Martin Huppé and Officer Cadet Brennan Roche, you will hear the Brass and Reeds, the Choir and the Stage Band taking turn playing music such as “Nightmare before Christmas”, “Sabre Dance” from Khachaturian, a Herp Albert trumpet feature, “The longest Time” from Billy Joel, sing-along Christmas songs, jazz music like “Take 5” and more diverse pieces. Quite a program is waiting for you and, it will include a festive guest appearance… HO! HO! HO!

Doors open at 19h00.

Tickets are available at RMC’s Yeo Hall Canex and United Way 417 Bagot Street for $5, at the door the night of the concert for $6, and

free for children under 10.

Proceeds go to United Way.

Come and see our musician Officer Cadets in action!

Bill & Rolande Oliver off on R&R next week.  Consequently, e-Veritas 43 will not be available until the following week – 8 November.

In This Issue 42:

6513 John Bart (RMC 1965) Awards – 10th Anniversary – Smashing Success!

Making the Rounds;

Training for the real thing – Major Rob Parent – RMC Chief Instructor;

CFB (K) Dining Facility Named after the Father / Grandfather of Two Ex Cadets;

200 Day to Grad & Naming of “Navy Way” and the 5km Navy Run;

Varsity Sports;

More Sports…;

Qu’est-ce qui se passe au CMR Saint-Jean;

Victoria Edwards: In Conversation With Glenn Allen;

5573 Layne Larsen – Former RMC Director of Cadets – Busier Than Ever!

Where are they now? Jacques Tremblay & Bill Lewis;

Flashback – 1979 RMC Redmen Football Club – All Canadian Champions!

We get emails;

Deaths | Décès

Photo by: 24487 Dan Fleming

On Friday evening, the College was very pleased to host 6513 Capt(Ret’d) John (RMC ’65) and Mary Bart for the annual Bart leadership award. Mr. and Mrs Bart are tremendous supporters of RMCC and their generosity enables a broad range of Cadet activities. At the dinner, Capt Bart recognized the individual leaders in each of the flights and also “Tango” flight, winners of the 2010 obstacle course.

In his brief remarks, the Commandant noted the critical role that Alumni, such as Capt Bart, play in supporting the College through their generosity. He stressed the fact that the Bart Award is focussed on the key product of RMCC – trained and educated Leaders. He also highlighted the tremendous work of the RMC Club and Foundation in supporting the College in keeping Alumni connected and in achieving the “Margin of Excellence”.

On behalf of the entire College – thank you very much to John and Mary for their strong commitment and generosity – it is valued and appreciated!!! You are making a direct and significant contribution to the training and education of RMC cadets.

10th Anniversary – 6513 John Bart Awards

“The dinner was a great opportunity to share stories and insights on FYOP, with our fellow flight leaders, but also about our future careers with all the officers that were present. It also allowed me to feel even more like I am part of this great team – RMC”

25935 Jeremy Jobin – First Year Class Senior

photos by: 24487 Dan Fleming

The Obstacle Course Dinner

By: WJO

A group of happy and justifiably proud I Years reaped the benefits of their efforts through First Year Orientation Period (FYOP) and in particular, their individual and team efforts through the Obstacle course that was run four weeks earlier.

6513 John Bart (RMC ’65) established two Endowments with the RMC Foundation for the purpose of recognizing excellence in leadership and teamwork back in 2001. On the surface, it was a “no brainer”. There was no better way to acknowledge leadership and teamwork at RMC than through the annual obstacle course race held at the end FYOP.

John Bart had this to say about the 2010 Dinner. “The entertainment this year was terrific. In addition to demonstrating notable dancing talent, it highlighted the strong camaraderie among senior and junior cadets in Tango Flight. I don’t recall such an embracing environment when I was there; it’s much better today.” He also added. “Mary (his wife) shared with me that she thought last evening’s event was the best yet, and I am in full agreement.”

photos courtesy of: Roger Pensom

“The Captain Bart Teamwork Prize” is awarded to the First Year Team that wins the College Obstacle Course Competition. As the 2010 Champions, Tango Flight had the honour of making a donation to the Commandant’s Discretionary Fund, enjoy a private dinner, and also receive a memento (as selected by the Commandant) to reflect their significant accomplishments.

2010 Winners:  7 Squadron – Tango Flight

25997 Birchall, Andrew; 26020 Cole, Michael; 25984 Gagnier, Alexandre; 25932 Labreque, Chelsey; 26057 Langevin-Boucher, Nathan; 25960 Longfield, Alex; 26180 Scott, Ryan; 26194 Touchette-Mosley, Valerie; 26202 Couch, McKayla; 26004 Holst-Diemand, Steven

“The Captain Bart Leadership Award” is awarded to the first-year OCdt in each Squadron that demonstrates the highest level of leadership during the College Obstacle Course Competition.

26022 Campbell, Iain 1 SQN; 26015 Hanlon, Justin 2 SQN; 26199 Brideau, Julien Joseph 3 SQN; 26045 Wilkie, Benjamin 4 SQN; 26185 Bergeron, Nicholas 5 SQN; 26046 Scott, Andrew 6 SQN; 26180 Scott, Ryan 7 SQN 26001 Tough, Graham 8 SQN; 26219 Cook 9 SQN; 26169 Malo, Marie 10 SQN; 25935 Jobin, Jeremy 11 SQN; 25649 Martin, Maxime 12 SQN; 25970 Young, Eric 13 SQN;

photos courtesy of: Roger Pensom

Recently the Commandant met with H3536  LGen (Ret’d) Vance (RMC 1956), Chair of the Leadership Library Collection. Through Gen Vance and the Class of ‘56’s tremendous leadership and direct involvement, the Leadership Library has grown over the years and provides an essential reference tool for the Cadets as they advance their education and training in this critical field. After many years of direct involvement by the Class of ’56 with this project, the College is now seeking a new Class to take over the helm and steer this important project into the future. Indications of interest have been received from the Classes of ’75 and ’86 ( Gen Vance “Junior”!!) The College is hopeful that a new Chair will be named soon. If you and your class are interested, please contact the RMC Chief of Staff, Cdr Darren Rich. A very important element of the College and a great opportunity for an Alumni Class to assist.

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Photos by: OCdt Dan Fleming – Click pictures to view full size

On Monday (18 Oct) the Commandant, CCWO and Principal spent some time with the Civil Engineering Department. Under the leadership of Dr.Pat Heffenan, CivEng is a healthy program which continues to produce highly educated Engineers for the Canadian Forces. All were impressed by the level of direct interaction between members of the department and those deployed on current ops – another example of how RMC directly contributes to strategic effect in operations every day. Well done to Dr. Heffernan and all the team at CivEng for their great work!

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Photo by: OCdt Dan Fleming

Latger in the day, on Monday, the Commandant and Principal met with Mr Les Herr of Empire Life. Mr.Herr is a “Champion” for ‘Pathways to Education’, a program that provides support and mentoring to local youth. RMCC is looking forward to assisting with this program through volunteer tutoring by Cadets, staff and faculty. Mr Herr will be briefing the College Executive Committee and the Faculty Board in the coming weeks. Another example of how RMCC continues to play a leading role in supporting the greater community of Kingston

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On Tuesday, the College hosted the CO and RSM of the Infantry School. LCol Criag Aitchison and Mr. Riddle spent the day meeting with the Commandant, CCWO, DCdts and many others to receive feedback on the Cadets summer training and to discuss how we can collectively continue to align programs to ensure the success of the Cadets. Visits like this are extremely important and always welcome.

Photos by: OCdt Dan Fleming – Click pictures to view full size

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Last week the College held two important regular meetings, the Commandant’s HR Advisory Council and the monthly Commandant’s Budget meeting. These venues have developed over the past year into key opportunities for the senior leadership of the College to come together to align and prioritize needs, and to ensure that resources are being allocated/spent to the greatest benefit of the entire College and the Cadets. In the months ahead, this process will evolve into a much more rigorous “integrated Business planning cycle” inclusive of HR and fiscal matters – all with the goal of ensuring comprehensive engagement and oversight of College wide priorities and spending. The positive effects of these efforts is already being seen in many areas of the College.

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On Friday (22 Oct), the Commandant and Principal spent the entire day with the College Board of Governors. Under the Chair of BGen (ret’d) Don McNamara and V/Chair, MGen Dan Gosselin, the BOG plays a vital role in providing oversight, on behalf of the MND/Chancellor, on the College academic programs. On Friday the group covered a comprehensive agenda and in doing so, the BOG was again reassured that the College remains in very good standing within the applicable accrediting bodies. The BOG will meet again in Feb 2011.

Training for the real thing

A/SLt 24498 Noelani Shore (RMC 2009)

Like so many of his family before him, Major Robert Parent decided to heed the call of a profession in arms and join the military with the intent to lead.

He has used his operational experience to lead men and women in times of war, and as the Chief Instructor at the Royal Military College, Maj Parent is preparing cadets to lead.

“I’m responsible to the Director of Cadets for everything related to military training or the training of the Officer Cadets leading to their final qualification of graduation from RMC. That includes military training and the leadership within the Wing, Varsity sports, fitness, the PPT, maintaining an academic standard, and second language. All the components that come together to qualify the OCdts to graduate from RMC and get their commission comes together here, and as the CI, I am responsible for is ensuring that the Cadets meet the standards. If they do not meet the standards, the consequences and the means in which they’re administered is my responsibility. Everything comes through here – this is sort of the centre of the college,” Maj Parent explained.

Joining the military was, according to Maj Parent, a “natural progression.” He grew up on the grounds of RMC, as his father taught surveying and Civil Engineering for 30 years.

“My father joined in the Second World War, was in flight training, and didn’t make it through the training. He had a brother who was a Spitfire and Typhoon pilot who was shot down and killed the day after D-Day in Saint-Malo. My dad was in after the war as a sapper, and he served in Korea,” he said. “My great-grandfather on my mother’s side served in the First World War. He was an Infanteer, a Non-Commissioned Officer with the Royal Westminster Regiment.”

His son is now a solider in the Royal Canadian Regiment, but “my daughter doesn’t look like she’s going to join the Army,” he said.

Maj Parent was accepted to RMC, but as he was playing junior hockey in Kingston, he decided to finish off his last year seeing if he could get drafted instead. He was, in fact, drafted to the NHL, and he played pro-hockey in Indiana for a year. After that, he was long-listed with the Canadian Olympic Team in 1980.

“That just shows you how old I am,” he joked.

Sports are an important aspect of Maj Parent’s life, not only as a way to keep fit, but also because he sees sports as a character, team, and leadership development tool.

“That’s why I’m a real supporter of sports here at RMC,” he said.

Maj Parent also played rugby for Alberta, New Brunswick, Eastern Ontario, and he coached rugby at RMC for four years.

As the CI, this is the second year of Maj Parent’s second tour at RMC. He was a Squadron Commander from 1997-2000, and acted as the equivalent of the CI. The focus has shifted, so at the time there was no CI division.

“The reality is that we’re in a period of change in a sense that we’re instituting new policy. This involves a certain amount of centralization. People aren’t used to having the idea of meeting a standard, and the implications of not meeting a standard, and being held accountable for not meeting a standard. That concept hasn’t been well-defined or well-structured here at RMC, and that is my institutional challenge. I was heavily involved in reshaping FYOP this year, and purporting a cultural shift within the cadet wing on how FYOP is to be conducted,” he explained. “Once again, it has to be centralized – empowering the cadet commanders, but also holding them accountable and incorporating them into a core structure. We’re professionalizing them and the institution. It’s not that people don’t understand that, it’s just that it’s changed and people need time to accommodate themselves to change. That’s basically how I see the big challenge; coordinating and getting people to work together.”

The first year cadets have a lot to learn, but they also have a lot to give. They are brand new to the Army, but they have a lot of energy and are busy taking their first steps in this environment.

“When I’m walking around and watching them, they seem to be very committed, very eager to please, eager to learn, lots of energy – all the things we want and expect from a recruit class.”

There is, of course, some culture shock when the cadets first arrive at the beginning of First Year Orientation Period. The biggest difference is that they are now being held accountable, and understanding that their actions hold consequences.

“For every action of theirs, there is an equal reaction of consequence. It could be a good consequence; they train hard, they get fit, they pass the PPT. But, if they decide not to get up, it’s not just a question of sleeping in anymore; they’ll be missing a parade,” he said. “The whole idea is accepting and understanding that they’re now in a place of expectation of duty and performance, and living and engraining themselves in a military culture. I think that is really their biggest challenge, and the key element of how well they transition into future officers.”

While success and failure is based on the performance of the individual cadets, as the CI, Maj Parent is responsible to ensure the training plan is shaped so that the cadets have the opportunity to be successful. He must provide the tools and resources where cadets can learn, develop, and grow within the institution, and eventually march off the square as graduates and commissioned officers.

“Each year, the emphasis is different. When looking at the fourth years, the emphasis is on leadership and taking responsibility of the wing. They’ve been empowered by the Commandant to lead, and my job is to provide them with the means to lead. It’s also important that there are elements of this institution where cadet leadership is not training. The command and control they have over cadets in quarters – that’s real life. Actions that they take to maintain discipline and a safe environment within the barracks where they have control is a real-life issue.”

After 28 years as an Infantry officer, Maj Parent is in a good position develop these future officers for real-life training and operations. He has served three regimental tours with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, and was the Commanding Officer for the Brockville Rifles for three years.

“I’ve been very lucky, because if you want to look at the five years I’ve spent at RMC, the five years with the Brockville Rifles, the eight years with the Patricia’s, I’m looking at close to 21 years of regimental service, and only four years where I was a pure staff officer. Also, I had three tours overseas at Bosnia, Cyprus, and Afghanistan,” he said.

Two years ago, Maj Parent was deployed to Afghanistan to the International Security Assistance Force in Kabul. He supported the training and development of the Afghan National Army.

“I went out and saw all the training establishments and did some patrolling around the Pakistani border in operations with Afghan Brigades. It was all very interesting,” he said. “The most rewarding this about being deployed is that you’re using your training and all the tools that you’ve developed in a real operational setting. You’re deployed in a combat conflict zone, and the reality is that you are no longer training, and the pace is higher. It’s what you train to do. Certain things, particularly going as a member of battalion, is very special because you have a very close-knit family, very close team, and the friends and relationships you have will stay with you for life,” he said. “You feel a real link to the Army and your regiment as a whole. For the Patricia’s, it’s right back to the First World War. We had Christmas dinner in Bosnia, and it was very similar to the Christmas dinners that the regiments had in Italy, Europe, or Korea. And now in Afghanistan, the regiment provides you that link with history.”

Maj Parent has had the opportunity to serve in a variety of roles, but there is no one posting that stands out above them all.

“You’re really not doing your job well, and you’re really not seeing the value of what the Army and the Armed Forces can bring to you if you don’t find something really unique and special that you can learn and benefit from any posting,” he said.

The first posting is always special because, in the Infantry, it’s the first regimental experience. For Naval personnel, it’s the first ship, and in the Air Force, your first squadron.

“The first operational experience is always something special.”

RMC has always been a special place for Maj Parent, because it’s part of his family’s history.

“Dealing with cadets has been great because they’re good people, and I enjoy being with them for the most part, when they’re not driving me out of my mind,” he laughed.

Over 300 family and friends; current members and retired members of the The Communications and Electronics Branch, attended the unveiling of the Routedlege Hall (RH)  last Friday (22 Oct) at CFB Kingston.

RH is a state of the art dining facility named in honour of Ronald Routedlege senior, father of 8969 Ron Jr (RRMC RMC 1971) gr8slav@telusplanet.net; grandfather of 23239 Jamie (RMC 2005).

The ceremony was an impressive one.

Ron Jr. speaking on behalf of the family. “The thoughts of my family, amount to this. It is not only a great honour for my father but it seems uniquely appropriate that this facility has been built for the use and enjoyment of all ranks. In addition, the inscription “Quiet Courage” is so apt in describing you men and women in uniform and, I might add, your families, who are called upon to make great sacrifices in the service of our country and humanity in general.And a final thought, a lesson for all of us, is that my father proved many times over that ordinary people, when called upon, can be capable of extraordinary acts.”

Ronald Routledge Sr. – Background

The remembrance of Ronald Routledge, through the dedication of a building in his honour at the Home Station of Signals and School of Communications and Electronics, would be a true statement to the legacy of this exceptional Canadian, his courage and devotion to communications in the face of danger. – the very value at the core of military signalling. His distinguished service to Canada was not only exceptionally high level but also has become a source of inspiration for soldiers and communicators today and for generations to come. Though not a renowned battle commander from a well known campaign, the heroism of Ron Routledge and the Routledge name represent the “quiet courage” needed by every soldier regardless of the time, circumstances or conflict in which Canadians may be asked to serve.

Ronald Routledge, from Regina, enrolled with the Regina Rifles in 1934, transferred to 18th Field Battery RCA and then the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in 1940. In October 1941, as Second-in-Command Radio Troop, Corporal Routledge was dispatched to Hong Kong to provide brigade headquarters communications as part of the 2000-strong Canadian contingent. He was promoted Sergeant in November and then, following the surprise Japanese offensive in December, was taken prisoner along with many other Canadians on Christmas day. He and his fellow prisoners were deprived of the basic necessities of food and medical treatment and experienced deplorable living conditions and harsh treatment. Many Canadians died during the three and a half year of captivity.

(Photo caption:  Sgt Ron Routledge aboard a ship on his way from Hong Kong to a hospital in Manila in 1945.)

His DCM citation reads: “Sgt Routledge displayed unusual devotion to duty and conspicuous bravery while in special service during his period of captivity in the hands of the Japanese.” In the truest spirit of Signals, a communication network was established between the Sham sShui pPo POW Camp and British intelligence at Waichow through the medium of Chinese ration truck drivers. Without hesitation and fully aware of the dangers involved, Sgt Routledge joined the ration party as the contact for the passage of messages to Chungking agents under the eyes of the Japanese guards. The risk was enormous, but this channel of communication resulted in many lives being saved through the supply of much needed medicine and exchange of valuable information. When the message system was discovered, Sgt Routledge was brutally beaten, starved and tortured, yet showed remarkable courage and fortitude in refusing to divulge any information that would jeopardize his comrades. This kind of courage have been describes as “quiet courage” in which one can permit one’s own destruction and hold on to a decision that will result in certain suffering or death. He was sentenced to court martial for espionage by the Japanese and confined to Stanley Prison until his return to Hong Kong in 1945. Awarderd the DCM for his actions, it again cites “The resolute courage of this NCO in spite of indescribable suffering and his devotion to duty provide an example of the highest tradition in the service.” Indeed, Ron Routledge’s heroism left a legacy of what military communicating is all about, sacrificing his own well being to maintain communications and protect his fellow soldiers.

He recovered his health and continued service the Canadian Army, at the School of Signals and elsewhere, until his retirement in 1965 at the rank of Captain. He was later called out as a Major at the Vernon Cadet Camp, completing 33 years in Canada’s service. Ron Routledge was a soldier, who, like many others, has left a remarkable legacy within Signals and for his nation. However, his story has particular relevance as it exemplifies the strength of character and devotion to duty needed today by soldiers in the face of different types of enemies. The conflict may differ, but the principles of perseverance and dedication remain the same. Ron Routledge was a quiet hero in a somewhat forgotten chapter of our military heritage. The award of his DCM is the one and only DCM awarded to a member of the RCCS during WW2.

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Photos by 24887 OCdt Dan Fleming

On Saturday evening (23 Oct), the 4th years celebrated 200 days to graduation. They started their evening in Halloween spirit visiting both the first years and the Commandant’s residence. In a sea of imaginative costumes, the “Trick or Treaters” roamed the College grounds after which they set sail for a evening dinner cruise. One can already feel the growing excitement in the class as the days tick down to graduation which will be upon us very quickly as always.

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Unveiling of Navy Way

The CFB Kingston road named “Duty Drive” has been renamed “Navy Way”. This road is located North of Hwy 2, west of Main Street.  The renaming of the road has been done to commemorate the Centennial anniversary of the Canadian Navy that is being celebrated this year. As such, HMCS Cataraqui hosted a renaming ceremony on Sunday (24 October) in nothing but “navy weather” as part of their annual 5km run event.

Navy 5km Run & Walk

Following the offical naming of “Navy Way” – the Commandant, CCWO, “Mrs.CCWO” and the Commandant’s exchange daughter “Alexandra” ; and former College Principal, 3948 Dr. John Plant were spotted running amongst many RMCC participants in the inaugural “Navy 5km”. This run was organized by HMCS Cataraqui as part of the Navy’s 100th anniversary celebrations. Under cool and wet conditions, spirits were high as the runners circled the College and enjoyed Fort Henry Hill ……really!!

Photos by: 24887 Ocdt Dan Fleming

Wet weather: It’s the Navy Way

Men’s Basketball	OUA- Men’s Basketball	CIS – Men’s Basketball
Women’s Basketball	OUA – Women’s Basketball	CIS – Women’s Basketball
Men’s and Women’s Running	OUA – Cross Country	CIS Men’s Running / CIS Women’s Running
Men’s and Women’s Fencing	OUA – Fencing
Hockey	OUA- Men’s Hockey	CIS – Men’s Hockey
Rugby	OUA – Men’s Rugby
Men’s Soccer	OUA – Men’s Soccer	CIS – Men’s Soccer
Women’s Soccer	OUA – Women’s Soccer	CIS -Women’s Soccer
Taekwondo
Men’s Volleyball	OUA – Men’s Volleyball	CIS – Men’s Volleyball
Women’s Volleyball	OUA – Women’s Volleyball	CIS – Women’s Volleyball

Three varsity teams have started OUA league play. Click on to the OUA section for scores for (W) & (M) soccer; and the (m) rugby team.

Basketball & Volleyball will be starting up league play soon – Check out the OUA schedules

Check for upcoming games in your area!

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RMC Women’s Soccer takes on the British Army Women’s Team on Navy Bay, 18 Oct 2010.

RMC Hosts British Army Women’s Football Association

The Women’s Soccer program hosted the British Army Women’s Football team on Monday October 18. The British team is on a short visit to Canada having also played two civilian teams in the greater Toronto area earlier in the week in preparation for their match versus RMC. Although not ideal for RMC to play a third game in three days, the program was not going to turn down the chance to play a foreign service team as these opportunities are far and few between.

Our visitors arrived at 1500hrs on Monday and were given a tour by Ross MacKenzie (RMC curator) along with some of the members of the RMC team. Special thanks to Mr. MacKenzie for taking time to give the British Army team a look and insight at the history of RMC and the campus. After the tour, the remainder of the RMC team and staff joined the British side for a pre-game meal at the Cadet dining hall. The teams sat together and exchanged their military, academic and soccer experiences while the teams’ staff discussed their appreciation of the game to follow.

Once the meal was over, both teams headed to the Birchall Pavillion to prepare for the game. Thanks to the RMC rugby team, who cleared out their changeroom to allow our guests to have a proper area for the day. The RMC band gave excellent randitions of the respective national anthems and the game was set to kick-off in front of a boisturous crowd.

RMC got off to a quick start, scoring in the 5th minute of play. First-year defender Lisa Udegbunam played a long ball into Michelle Hamilton who in turn layed a ball off to fourth-year Laura Gray. Hamilton made a strong run and Gray played a well weighted pass that Hamilton ran on to and fired low and hard. Her shot beat the outstretched British goalkeeper, Roxy Roberts, into the bottom corner to please the home team supports shortly after kick-off.

As the half wore on, the British Army team started to carry more of the play with clever passing and good movement. The visitors missed two opportunities to find an equalizer. First it was Rachel Wheatman missing from six yards out before Maria Beaney shot was smartly saved by RMC’s goalkeeper Kelly Milliken. RMC looked set to carry a one goal lead into the half, but the British side pulled level two minutes before the break. A quick ball over the top of the RMC defenders allowed Helen Lee to break in and lift the ball over Milliken, who come out to challenge bringing the match tied 1-1 at the half.

In the second half the competitive nature of the match moved to a higher level. Both sides were flying into tackles, taking physical risks trying to seek an advantage. The winning goal came in the 65th minute as Grace Irvine intercepted an RMC clearance and let loose a thunderous strike from 26 yards out. Her shot beat RMC’s goalkeeper Olivia Clarke, who came on at the half, to give the visitors a 2-1 lead. Clarke kept the home team within reach of tying the game as she made key saves against Beaney twice and Lee.

With three minutes to play, the British Army were on the end of some good fortune as off of one of their corner-kicks, RMC scored an own-goal stretching the lead to 3-1. But the Paladins did not back down and had two great chances to close the margin. First, Hamilton flicked a ball onto Victoria Clouthier’s smart run down the left side. Clouthier crossed the ball in quickly into the path of Kim Archibald and her low hard shot was spectacularly saved by Roberts. On the ensuing corner-kick, Lyndsay Cross rose to meet Stephanie Bengle service but the second-year defender’s attempt missed the goal.

The final whistle came shortly after and the British Army came away with a 3-1 win. Afterwards, both teams went up to the Birchall Pavillion to enjoy some post-game food and beverages. The teams and their staffs discussed the competitive and enjoyable match. RMC women’s soccer owes a great deal to Lieutenant Maria Beaney of the British Army team who was the lead in coordinating with us the opportunity for this match. Also thanks to their Chairwoman, Lieutenant-Colonel Alison Curnow whose support for the British Army team made the trip possible.

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OUA Cross-Country Championship 30th Oct 2010:

A summary of events leading up to the Championship

The RMC running team started of the season with a strong showing at Canada’s Army Run. After almost missing the race due to a few registration issues, on the morning of the 16th of September, the team was on the line and ready to go. The summer training proved effective, the teams, led by John Marshall (24979) and CJ Best (24927) who both finished 7th overall, at respectively, 16:14 and 18:44, in the 5km event. But, the team captain’s were closely followed by team mates Richard Hayes (25467) and Marina Lowthian (25594), who both finished in 8th, setting the stage for what has become a season long battle for dominance. In the team competition, RMC running applied total dominance: the men’s teams, TRUTH and DUTY, finished first and second in the military men category (for the second year in a row). The women’s team, VALOUR, took first in the military women category and the open military teams, INTEGRITY and LOYALTY, also, took first and second in their category.

The next race, the Western International Meet, in London Ontario, held every year on the last weekend of September, is remembered for its gruelling hills. But, the many hours previously spent on repeats of Fort Henry Hill under the supervision of new head coach Wayne Bulack were to be useful. The Women’s race, one 5 km loop of the course, saw Marina Lowthian and CJ Best race neck in neck, with Lowthian pulling ahead in the last 500m to a 41st place finish. From the start of the men’s two loop (10km) race, it seemed from John Marshall’s early surge that he would lead the team. But, a very determined Richard Hayes challenged the infamous RMC running champion in the second lap, defeating him and placing 60th. Hot on their tale, was Eric Henderson (25191), running a new PB for the course and finishing in 91st. The day ended with awards, pizza and the announcing of the RMC Women in 10th place (of 12) and the RMC Men in 11th place (of 13): each team having beat two OUA schools. The early improvements already apparent in both teams much lower point count from previous years brought great excitement to the running community at RMC.

No rest was afforded to the teams as they made a day trip on October 2nd to Waterloo for a short and flat, and thus fast race. While Kingston was sunny at their departure, upon arrival at the race site, proper cross-country weather prevailed: rainy cold. The women were up first, but unfortunately Marina Lowthian was not on the line. While CJ Best led the way, finishing 17th overall, Mary Sun (25077) stepped up to the challenge of replacing her absent team mate, coming in 45th. With her, working their way from the back to the front was Grace Higgins (USAFA), losing sight of Sun in the last couple hundred meters, but breaking the top 50 mark by placing 49th. As the downpour worsened, the gun went off for the men’s race, with Richard Hayes aggressively fighting to stay within the top 10. But John, taking his time, slowly caught up over the next 4 loops, edging just in front for 13th and 14th place finishes. The third place battle was between Donald Saul (24995) and David Bernatchez (24718), which was won by the latter in the final sprint, but both can attribute their top 40 finishes to teamwork on the course. Final team standings for the day put the Women 4th place, just ahead of Brock and the Men in 5th place, beating York, Brock and Conestoga.

After a weekend off dedicated to the consumption of turkey, the team prepared for their “Home” opener: the Queens Open on Fort Henry Hill. Comfortable with every hole on the track, Marina Lowthian ran enthusiastically from start to finish, unfortunately narrowly missing the top 15 bracket (coming in 18th place) to athletes with stronger finishing kicks. CJ Best, hoping to conclude a week of tiredness, but knowing her team mates depended on her, ran a steady race. Emilie Beland (25060), missing her race partner, Mary Sun, due to injury, effectively adjusted her pace mid race to finish 60th. The men’s race plan focused on working together through the first half of the 10km course, with those who felt good breaking away in the second. This adjustment in strategy favoured Richard Hayes, who placed a strong 34th, but left John in between packs to finish in 46th. Donald Saul surging in the final lap, placed 59th, breaking the 34 minute mark last Saturday, with help from team mate Eric Henderson, finishing just 3 seconds behind him. The Queen’s Open proved to be a good day for the Paladins with the Women’s team placing 5th of 10, and the Men’s team placing 6th of 11 OUA teams.

With no set trend on individual finishes, one must wonder who will lead the Men and Women’s teams at the OUA championship next weekend, in Guelph Ontario. While passed success does not guarantee future success, hard work serves as a good indicator of it, so check out next week’s E-Veritas to find out how many Universities the RMC Running team vanquishes at OUA’s!

Are you an RMC Running team Alumni looking for more information about, or to get back involved with the program? If so, please email OCdt. CJ Best at s24927@rmc.ca for more information.

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Photos by Bradley Lowe

Prom Dress Rugby: A Fundraising Success!

By 25323 III Kate Haddon

The RMC Women Rugby Club hosted a fundraiser Prom Dress game against St. Lawrence College on Saturday morning to raise money for the Soldier On program. The Soldier On program has a positive support atmosphere and many resources that aid past and present Canadian Forces members.

RMC had some mad moves on the field throughout the game. In the second quarter Katie Bruce scored her first try ever and the first one of the season with her amazing run through the SLC girls. Ash Clouthier scored the second try after Rachel Hilbig, our hooker, ran the ball ¾ of the way down the field out of our end as SLC girls were chasing and trying to tackle her. Catie Clapp topped it off with a perfect conversion leaving us only 2 points behind.

All of the new players played very well with props to Megan Couto for her intense plays and Ophelia Reymes for her mad propping. Christina Scott and Liz Schuler also had a number of epic tackles. Overall the team played hard and all of the players did very well. We player as a team. At half RMC was only down by two points. Unfortunately SLC brought their A-game and scored two more tries. RMC lost 26-12.

We would like to acknowledge a couple beasts from the game, including: Yana Volodarets with her long runs and awesome straight arming, Megan Couto, her first game ever, made some outstanding passes and set up some very strong offensive plays, and also, we would like to recognize Ashley Clouthier, the team captain, for her high energy and top notch playing skills.

We cannot forget the referee who dressed in a sparkle covered, purple, knee length dress to support the girls and the event. Overall, we earned approximately 2000 $ with the BBQ and fundraising efforts. The weather stayed awesome and the energy from both of the teams was overwhelmingly positive.

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RMCYC Competes at Cornell University

By OCdt Emma Lunde, 25201

On October 15th the RMCYC Sailing Team departed for Cornell University in Ithaca, NY for the North #2 Regatta. High winds on Cayuga Lake on Saturday resulted in racing to be canceled for the day. Sunday however started off with a light southerly breeze and so racing began. RMC’s A fleet team, NCdt Marc Flynn and Jen Bowen, began with some difficulties but steadily improved their standings throughout the day. RMC’s B fleet team, first timer NCdt Mitchell Newman and Rebecca MacDonald, did extremely well for their first regatta, scoring a 9 out of 18 during their first rotation! As usual RMC’s Sailing Team put in a great effort and had the respect of all other participants for their great attitude and determined spirit. Good Job!

Photo crédit : Mario Poirier

Vignette : Lors d’une cérémonie au Vieux Mess du Collège Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean, le jeudi 14 octobre dernier, cette peinture de Pierre LeMoyne Sieur d’Iberville a été “re-dévoilée” par la famille du donateur, nul autre que l’ancien lieutenant-gouverneur du Nouveau-Brunswick et père de l’actuel drapeau canadien, feu l’honorable George F. Stanley. La cérémonie s’est déroulée en présence de son épouse Ruth et de sa fille Della, ainsi que du Commandant du Collège, le Colonel Guy Maillet, du Directeur des études, M. Michel Maisonneuve, et d’une trentaine d’autres membres du CMR Saint-Jean.

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Cérémonie de dédication d’une peinture historique – 14 octobre 2010

- un article du Major Martin Couët

Une cérémonie très spéciale et empreinte d’histoire a eu lieu au Vieux Mess du Collège Militaire Royal de Saint-Jean, le jeudi 14 octobre dernier. En effet, une peinture riche d’un fort contenu historique donnée au CMR Saint-Jean il y a près de 30 ans a été “re-dévoilée” par la famille du donateur, nul autre que l’ancien lieutenant-gouverneur du Nouveau-Brunswick et père de l’actuel drapeau canadien, feu l’honorable George F. Stanley. Ce dévoilement se voulait un geste de reconnaissance et de gratitude envers le Dr Stanley, historien, auteur, militaire, et ancien enseignant au Collège Militaire Royal de Kingston. Le tout s’est déroulé en présence de son épouse Ruth et de sa fille Della, ainsi que du Commandant du Collège, le Colonel Guy Maillet, du Directeur des études, M. Michel Maisonneuve, et d’une trentaine d’autres membres du CMR Saint-Jean.

Cette peinture de Pierre LeMoyne Sieur d’Iberville est une œuvre de l’artiste Adam Sheriff Scott, peinte au début du 20e siècle. Le Sieur d’Iberville avait la réputation d’être un des plus fameux fils de la Nouvelle-France, en plus d’être un soldat, un capitaine de navire, un explorateur, un administrateur colonial, un aventurier, et un des fondateurs de la colonie française de la Louisiane. La peinture le représente lors d’une bataille qui eut lieu vers 1694 pour le contrôle de York Factory, sur une des rives de la Baie d’Hudson. D’Iberville est un personnage très bien connu de l’histoire du Canada, et un des escadrons du CMR Saint-Jean porte ainsi son nom.

Feu l’honorable George F. Stanley a agit en tant que lieutenant-gouverneur de la province du Nouveau-Brunswick de 1982 à 1987, et eut le privilège durant ce temps d’avoir comme Aide de Camp le capitaine Michel Maisonneuve, futur lieutenant-général et Directeur des études actuel du CMR Saint-Jean. C’est donc grâce à ce lien que l’on a pu découvrir les circonstances de l’arrivée ici de cette fameuse œuvre, que la famille Stanley voulut léguer il y a près de 30 ans à un environnement militaire, au Québec, en lien avec l’institution où le Dr Stanley enseigna. La peinture sera prochainement restaurée avec l’aide du Musée du Fort St-Jean et demeurera parmi nous pour continuer de contribuer à notre héritage.

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Les six conseils du Commandant menant au succès

Tandis qu’il s’adressait à l’Escadre des élèves-officiers, le Colonel Guy Maillet, commandant du Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean, , a partagé quelques conseils de leadership.

« J’ai appris la majorité de ces leçons durant mes années au Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean et au Collège militaire royal du Canada, explique le Colonel Maillet. Ces leçons m’ont été utiles tout au long de ma carrière. Je les ai partagés avec les élèves-officiers avec l’espoir qu’ils apprennent de mon expérience et qu’ils puissent mettre en pratique certains de ces conseils dès maintenant C’est vraiment une question de bon sens. »

Conseil 1: Si vous ne comprenez pas ce qui vous est demandé, posez des questions. N’hésitez pas et ne soyez pas gênés. Il n’y a pas de questions stupides.

Conseil 2: Maximisez votre emploi du temps. Ne le perdez pas; c’est trop précieux.

Conseil 3: Pensez études, études, et études. Vous devrez balancer plusieurs priorités mais votre première priorité doit toujours être les études. L’échec académique est une porte de sortie presque assurée du programme de formation des officiers de la Force régulière. Vous n’êtes plus au secondaire. Vous vous devez ’étudier et de participer activement en classe. L’écoute passive et le talent à eux seuls ne suffiront plus.

Conseil 4: Lorsque ça commencera à aller mal, que ce soit au niveau académique, physique ou émotionnel, demandez de l’aide. N’attendez pas. Nous avons plein de ressources spécialisées pour vous aider.

Conseil 5 : Faites de la bonne forme physique un élément de votre vie. Vous n’avez pas à courir des marathons ou faire du sport au niveau élite. Faites de l’entraînement physique cinq fois semaine. Être en forme veut dire mieux dormir, avoir plus d’énergie, être en meilleur santé et moins souvent malade, et être plus positif. Pour être en forme à 35 ou 50 ans, il faut commencer maintenant.

Conseil 6: Apprenez à vivre par la devise du collège Vérité, Devoir, Vaillance.

Vérité: Ceci veut dire plus que simplement dire la vérité. Ça veut aussi dire être honnête envers soi-même. Soyez-vous même. Ne prétendez pas être quelqu’un que vous n’êtes pas car ça vous rattrapera. Vous devez aussi être assez honnête et critique envers vous-même pour déterminé si vous y avez mis le maximum d’effort ou non.

Devoir: Ceci veut dire beaucoup plus que simplement se rapporter au bon endroit au bon moment. Ca veut dire obéir aux règlements, se sacrifier pour le bien-être de votre pair ou de l’escadron. Ça peut aussi dire se porter volontaire pour une tache lorsque votre tour viendra.

Vaillance: Au combat, vaillance est souvent associé à la bravoure. Ailleurs, vaillance peut signifier plusieurs autres choses. Ça peut être le courage de ses opinions ou de ne pas tolérer les abus. Le courage de rapporter des incidents ou situations inacceptables ou de prendre les décisions difficiles. Ça peut certainement être le courage de réprimander un subordonné. Ça peut aussi signifier le courage et la détermination de continuer à malgré l’adversité. Ca prend du courage parfois pour ne pas tout lâcher.

Crédit photo: Mario Poirier

Vignette : « J’ai appris la majorité de ces leçons durant mes années au Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean et au Collège militaire royal du Canada, explique le Colonel Maillet. Ces leçons m’ont été utiles tout au long de ma carrière. Je les ai partagés avec les élèves-officiers avec l’espoir qu’ils apprennent de mon expérience et qu’ils puissent mettre en pratique certains de ces conseils dès maintenant C’est vraiment une question de bon sens. »

The Commandant’s six easy lessons for success

While recently speaking to the Cadet Wing, Colonel Maillet, Commandant of Royal Military College Saint-Jean, shared some leadership lessons with the officer cadets.

“I learned most of these lessons during my years at Royal Military College Saint-Jean and Royal Military College of Canada,” explains Colonel Maillet. “These lessons served me well throughout my career. I shared them with the Cadets with the hope that they can learn from my experience and implement some of these lessons from the outset. It’s really all about common sense”.

Lesson 1: If you do not understand what do to or what is expected of you, ask for clarification. Do not hesitate and do not be shy. There are no stupid questions.

Lesson 2: Maximize your time. Don’t waste it. Help each other.

Lesson 3: Think academics, academics, academics. Academic failure is your quickest way out of the Regular Officer Training Program. You are no longer in High School. To succeed at this level, you need to study and participate actively in class. While you may be gifted, for most, passive listening will not suffice and will end in academic failure.

Lesson 4 : When things are not going well, ask for help. Be it academically, physically or emotionally, do not wait. We have lots of resources here to help you. We have specialists, tutors and dedicated staff to help and assist you.

Lesson 5: Make physical fitness a part of your life. You do not have to run marathons or play an elite sport. Simply make time for regular workouts at least five times a week. When you are fit, you sleep better, have more energy, are healthier, are more positive and you will think more clearly. The key to being fit at 35 or 50 is to start early and stay fit.

Lesson 6: Live by the college’s motto of Truth, Duty, Valour.

Truth: This means more than simply telling the truth. It means being true to yourself. Do not pretend you are somebody you are not. Be natural. It also means critically looking at yourself and being able to determine if you truly gave it your best shot or not.

Duty: This means more than just showing up at the right place at the right time. It is more about doing the right thing, living by the rules, sacrificing yourself for your buddy, your squadron or simply volunteering for a task when your time comes.

Valour: In combat, valour is often associated with bravery. In other times, valour can be seen in many other forms. It can be having the courage to express your opinion or not tolerating abuses. It can be having the courage to report a certain incident or situation or of making the tough decision. It certainly can be having the courage and determination to work through adversity. It takes courage not to give up.

Photo credit : Mario Poirier

Vignette : “I learned most of these lessons during my years at Royal Military College Saint-Jean and Royal Military College of Canada,” explains Colonel Maillet. “These lessons served me well throughout my career. I shared them with the Cadets with the hope that they can learn from my experience and implement some of these lessons from the outset. It’s really all about common sense”.

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Souper Héritage 2010: une soirée inoubliable

- un article de l’Élève-officier 25611 Amélie Bergeron

Le 30 septembre dernier, au Collège militaire royal du Canada (CMRC), à Kingston, Ont., avait lieu le Dîner Héritage qui est un dîner formel de la Fondation du Club des CMR.

Plusieurs membres du CMR Saint-Jean ont participé à ce dîner soit le commandant, le Colonel 14154 Guy Maillet et l’Adjudant-chef Pierre Langlois, ainsi que le Capitaine Alain Durand, et les Élèves-officiers 25605 Louis-Phillipe Allain-Fortier, 25611 Amélie Bergeron, 25621 Stephanie Clark et 25660 Jean-François Richer. À ce dîner, il y avait plusieurs personnes de marques, telles que le sénateur Joseph A. Day, le sénateur Hugh Segal, et le Lieutenant-général Andrew Leslie.

Au cours de la soirée, la fondation du Club des CMR a remis des dons pour les CMR. Nous pouvons dire qu’ils ont bien rempli leur mandat. En tout et partout, trois chèques ont été offerts pour un montant total de plus de 200 000 dollars. De plus, il y a eu quelques mentions d’honneur. Par exemple, deux médailles ont été décernées au Dr Sean Maloney pour son excellent travail en Afghanistan. Aussi, le diplomate canadien M. Christopher Alexander a remporté l’un des plus prestigieux trophées sur le leadership, soit le trophée Leonard Birchall.

Durant le délicieux dîner, la troupe de danse folklorique du CMRC, accompagnée de tambours et de cornemuses, nous a offert un spectacle des plus admirables. La soirée s’est terminé avec un discours mémorable du sénateur Segal. En conclusion, c’a a été un merveilleux dîner pour nos cinq représentants du Collège militaire royal de Saint-Jean.

E6131 Victoria Edwards (RMC 2003) interviewed 5533 Glenn Allen (RRMC RMC 1962), who served as the Cadet Wing Commander at the Royal Military College of Canada from 1961-62. His eldest son 15708 Michael (CMR RMC 1987) was a Cadet Squadron Leader at RMC. His younger son 20704 Matthew (RMC 1997) served as Cadet Wing Commander in 1997.

e-veritas: What are your memories of being CWC?

5533 Glenn Allen: It was a great honour to be the CWC of my Class and to lead the College during our senior year. It was a great experience that served me well in my future work. I have memories of meeting many visitors at the College. We traveled and provided Guards of Honour across Canada for visiting dignitaries. One memorable event was providing a 100 Cadet Guard for the Governor General at the Royal Winter Fair. We were not told until our arrival at the site that the Guard would be in the main Equestrian Ring before the horse show. So much for the well polished “wing boots”.

e-veritas: What are your memories of your Deputy Wing Commander 5554 Commander (Ret’d) Les East (RRMC RMC 1962)?

5533 Glenn Allen: My second in command was DCWC Les East, who was great support and a sounding board towards making decisions that could have significant impact on the wing. The Wing Officers truly led and directed the activities of the Cadet body with only broad guidance from the Military Staff

e-veritas: What are your memories of 2265 BGen William Alexander Beaumont Anderson OBE CD, who was the Commandant of RMC from 1961-2.

5533 Glenn Allen: Brigadier WAB Anderson, as he was know then, was a very fair Commandant who provide the guidance of what he wanted from the Cadet Wing and then told us to “get on with it” and no surprises. He was a proud graduate and wanted to ensure that the cadets and graduates had the opportunity to grow through experience and become the future leaders of the Military of the day.

At the Christmas Ball before the break he told me he needed to see me in his office the next morning at 1000 hrs. Not knowing what was up, leave was delayed to be there. As we met, as we frequently did, he closed the door and proceeded to tell me that he was promoted and had been improperly dressed at the Ball in his old rank and would be leaving the College to go the Army Headquarters as soon as 2424 Brigadier George H. Spencer OBE, CD, ADC (RMC 1934) could get there in early January 1962.

A change of Command parade was held on a windy, cold day on the icy parade square and the new regime was started. Brigadier Spencer also a proud graduate had slightly different priorities but his initial instructions were to carry on as we were going and any changes would become the responsibility of the next class.

e-veritas: Comment on key issues and events in early 1960s.

5533 Glenn Allen: My class of 1962 was the first to receive our Engineering degrees from RMC. Consequently the catch up required in our courses increased the work load and continued throughout the year but as always the system ensured the success of those who wanted to graduate. The unfortunate consequence was that we did not get the year at a Civilian Engineering School but went straight to service with our respective units.

e-veritas: What was the process of becoming CWC?

5533 Glenn Allen: The appointment to senior Cadet rank starts very early in the life of a cadet but becomes significant in third year. I had enjoyed good success at Royal Roads and came to RMC in third year with extra credits to make up in engineering courses. I played on the football team and did all the things required of a cadet including doing well at the School of Infantry. I came back for 4th year as CSL of 2 Squadron and moved into my quarters for football training camp in mid August.

At football practice one day my Squadron Commander, Major Ken Jefferson interrupted practice and said come with me and get into uniform. Off we went to Commandant’s Office. There I was told that my good friend 5576 Mr Leonard Lee (RRMC RMC 1961), who was the CWC as far as we all knew, had developed a medical problem during his summer training and would not be continuing at RMC for our senior year. Accordingly I had a “battlefield promotion” and I left the office with new rank on my shoulders and I was now CWC for the 1961/1962 college year.

e-veritas: What are your memories of 5576 Mr Leonard Lee (RRMC RMC 1961)?

5576 Mr Leonard Lee (RRMC RMC 1961) founded Lee Valley Tools in 1978, Veritas Tools in 1985, Algrove Publishing in 1991 and finally, Canica Design Inc., designing and developing medical tools, in 1998. He was appointed as Honorary Colonel of 14 Air Maintenance Squadron in 14 Wing Greenwood, NS in April 2008. Leonard obtained a diploma in civil engineering from Royal Roads Military College in 1958, followed by a degree from Queen’s University in Kingston in 1963. He holds two Honorary Doctorate degrees in Engineering (Carleton) and Laws (Royal Military College) and was awarded the Order of Canada and the Queen’s Jubilee Medal in 2003. He is currently vice-chairman of the Almonte Hospital Foundation and still finds time to golf, play bridge and continue to hone his woodworking skills.

e-veritas: What were your responsibilities as CWC?

5533 Glenn Allen: As indicated earlier the Wing Officers and senior Cadet Officers had full responsibility for “running the wing” A significant challenge to do with the associated need to master the academic achievement to graduate.

e-veritas: What kind of leadership did you favour? Anything you would do differently today?

5533 Glenn Allen: I favoured a delegating style of leadership. At every level the Cadet Officers had a role and responsibility to perform according to their rank and position in the wing. However in any delegation of tasks, the responsibility and accountability remained with the CWC for the eventual success or otherwise of the wing actions and progress. Everybody has opinion and thoughts and I believe in consensus. Then a decision must be made and the leadership at all levels must own it.

e-veritas: What lessons learned and experiences obtained were put to use in later life?

5533 Glenn Allen: I recognized the need to have consensus and agreement to achieve any success and “that you can not push on a rope” If everyone understands their role and requirement to perform then a team can achieve much more than a group of individuals.

e-veritas: Any mentors or friends that you have stayed in touch with?

5533 Glenn Allen: I am in regular touch with many classmates and we have an excellent class secretary in the person of 5604 Ken Smee (RRMC RMC 1962) who keeps us up to date on class news and organizes the reunions at the appropriate time. I have stayed in frequent touch with H25917 Maj (ret’d) Danny McLeod who was a presence during our years at RMC. His athletic staff and the coaches certainly shaped us in many ways.

e-veritas: What advice did you give your sons 15708 Captain Michael Glen Allen (CMR RMC 1987), 20704 Matthew Allen (RMC 1997), and Barry Allen?

5533 Glenn Allen: I advised all of my sons to work hard while attending university, to develop an unlimited network of friends and colleagues, to graduate debt-free and to have a great career. Barry, who is a lover not a fighter, opted for a civilian university. To help cover his tuition and expenses, he lived in a house I owned and rented rooms to other students.

15708 Michael (CMR RMC 1987) was enrolled in the Canadian Forces (Regular) and received full subsidization under the Regular Officer Training Program (ROTP). Michael was a Cadet Squadron Leader at RMC. Michael earned his wings in 1988 and served as a pilot with 435 (T) Squadron, CFB Edmonton. Matthew was on a training flight at when the CC-130 Hercules crashed in Wainwright, Alberta, Canada on July 22, 1993. He is commemorated on the Memorial staircase at RMC and on page 194 of the ‘In the Service of Canada’ Book of Remembrance. Michael was the husband of now Col Frances Allen, current Director Support Operations in the Strategic Joint Staff at NDHQ. My grandson, Nicholas turned 17 this year.

20704 Matthew (RMC 1997), was 13 or 14 years old when he attended Michael’s graduation from RMC, and Matthew was still a cadet at RMC when his brother died. Matthew was enrolled in the Canadian Forces (Primary Reserve) under the Reserve Entry Training Plan (RETP) and paid his own tuition and expenses at the RMC. During the summer months he was paid by the Primary Reserve and underwent military training. Matthew served as Cadet Wing Commander in 1997 and was awarded the Sword of Honour. I believe we are the only father son team to have done so. By coincidence, my name and Matthew’s are next to each other on the wall of CWCs. Upon graduation he served as a commissioned officer in the Reserve Force. Today, he is a Principal engineer– Environmental, Health and Safety Group with Giffin Koerth Inc., a forensic services firm in Toronto, where he frequently serves as an expert witness. mallen@giffinkoerth.com

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e-veritas: What are you up to today?

5533 Glenn Allen: I retired from the Canadian Forces in 1970. I am retired. My wife Judith and I live in the Village of Westport on the shore of the Rideau Canal system. She has a retail women’s apparel business, Seasons of Westport [17 Church St., Westport] (and I am the “go to guy” when support is needed).

I am involved in a number of volunteer economic development and tourism associations promoting the Village and Eastern Ontario. The Rideau Heritage Route Tourism Association (RHRTA), for example, collaborates with local tourism partners to develop and deliver exciting, integrated, research-driven marketing programs that promote our world class travel destination. http://www.rideauheritageroute.ca

I served as President of the Royal Military Colleges Club in 1976-7. I currently serve on the Board of the Royal Military Colleges Club Foundation as Chair of the Gifting Committee and have chaired the Legacy Dinner Committee for the last two years. [The Mission of the RMC Foundation is to secure and deliver the funds necessary to provide the “Margin of Excellence” in the recruitment, education and training of the students of the Canadian Military Colleges that will ensure that they are among the best in the world.] http://www.rmcclubfoundation.ca I feel very proud of my association with the College, the Ex-cadets and the legacy of attendance at RRMC and RMC.

5573 Layne Larsen (RR RMC 1962): Director of Cadets RMC, Kingston – 1981 – 83

• entered Miliary College out of Moose Jaw Central Collegiate Institute, Moose Jaw, SK;
• earned Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (1962); & Master of Electrical Engineering (1967);
• Jun 62-Oct 62: completed Phase IV of classification trg ANAV/RO, received Honour Graduate plaque
• Oct 62-May 63: #2(M) OUT, RCAF Stn Summerside, PEI
• June 63-Oct 64: 405(MP) Squadron, RCAF Stn Greenwood, NS
• Oct 64-Mar 66: Maritime Radar Trainer instructor, RCAF Stn Greenwood NS
• Apr 66-Sep67: Aeronautical Experimental and Test Establishment, RCAF Stn Uplands, on detached duty to RMC as first full time graduate student in engineering.
• Sep 67-Mar 71: Directorate of Scientific and Technical Intelligence, NDHQ (promoted Major Mar 71)
• Apr 71- Oct 71: CF Air Navigation School, CFB Winnipeg, earn 2nd aircrew wing as ANAV/LR
• Oct 71- Feb 75: 404(MP) Squadron, CFB Greenwood, NS
• Mar 75-Jun76: Staff Officer, Organization and Establishment, MARCOM HQ, Halifax, NS
• Jul 76-Jun 77: Canadian Forces College, Toronto, Course #1 of new Joint Services Programme
• Jul 77-May 81: Director, Defence Services Programme Information System, NDHQ< Ottawa
• Jun 81-Jul 83: Director of Cadets and V/Comdt, RMC, Kingston
• Aug 83-Jun 88: Director, Technical Intelligence, NDHQ Ottawa
• Jul 88-Aug 91: Section Chief, Command and Control Requirements Analysis (Peace) and HQ Information System Manager (War) at SHAPE, Casteau, Belgium
• Sep 91-May 94: Director, Military Manpower Distribution, NDHQ, Ottawa
• He attained the rank of colonel prior to retiring from the Canadian Forces.
• Career following military service includes: Artist, free-lance journalist and small business owner (speciality archival picture framing);
• Life member of the RMC Club of Canada.

Layne is currently filled with volunteer work in addition to running his framing shop and spending as many afternoons a week as possible on his art. In addition he is, or has been:

• Current President of the Visual Artists of Gananoque Area;
• Immediate Past Pres and current Journal Editor (for past 7 years) for the Canadian Aviation Artists’ Association;
• Past Pres and current Treasurer of the Thousand Islands Fine Arts Association;
• Previous Board member and Corporate Secretary of the Kingston Artists Association;
• Current Chairman of the Board of the Historic Thousand Islands Village Foundation;
• Chairman of the Board of the Arthur Child Heritage Museum;
• Member of the Curatorial Committee of the Marian Von Silfout Gallery at St. Lawrence College, Brockville;
• Current VP of the Kingston chapter of the Canadian Aviation Historical Society.

larsenart@sympatico.ca

www.larsenart.com

Today, Jacques Tremblay, 76, is running a minor hockey hockey school at the Strathcona Paper Centre in Napanee. He coached Men’s Hockey at Royal Military College (1989-1996). He made his mark at the Royal Military College, leading the then-Redmen to the the playoffs in the 1995-96 season. It was a feat that earned him CIAU and OUAA Men’s Hockey Coach of the Year (1995-96).

Hockey schools aren’t new for Tremblay, who would run summer camps at Centre 70 and the Memorial Centre while coaching at RMC (1989-96) and at Queen`s (1997-2001). He has coached at various levels over his illustrious career including extended stints as head coach of both the Swiss the French National Teams and head coaching duties in Canadian Major Junior Hockey for the St. Jean Castors (1984 – 86) and the Kingston Canadians (1986-87).

He coached Women’s Hockey at Queen’s (1997-2001) and St. Lawrence College men’s hockey program (2009-10). “My passion is teaching (hockey) although I still get called coach,” Tremblay said.”I don’t want to quit the game.”  Read the entire article here

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Pictured is Right Worshipful Brother Bill Lewis, District Deputy Grand Master for Prince Edward District 2009-2010 with Mr. Jon O’Connor, Communications Director for the Wounded Warrior Fund.

Local Masons Fundraise In Support of the Wounded Warrior Fund

Masons from Prince Edward District had a very successful fundraising year in support of the Wounded Warrior Fund, raising $18,000.00 throughout the year.

Each year, Masonic Districts choose a charity to support, and this past year Prince Edward District decided to support a charity that is certainly near and dear to many in the local area. Prince Edward Masonic District is comprised of 13 Lodges from Bancroft in the north to Picton in the south, and from Brighton to Belleville. Each Lodge chose their own method of fundraising, from pancake breakfasts and turkey suppers, to raffles and private donations in support of this most worthwhile charity.

The Wounded Warrior Fund (www.woundedwarriors.ca) was originally started in September 2006 to support our wounded veterans with personal items that were not being supplied by the military. Since its inception, it has become the beneficiary of the nation’s empathy towards Canadian soldiers, and the outpouring of support from Canadians has been overwhelming. It is certainly a success story borne out of a horrible tragedy that continues to support those in need.

For more information on Prince Edward District, please contact Bill Lewis, lewis-w@rmc.ca.

For more information on the Wounded Warrior Fund, please contact Jon O’Connor, jon.oconnor@gmail.com.

1979 RMC Redmen Football Club – All Canadian Champions!

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We stand corrected!

Bill: I meant to email on this matter sooner, but did not get around to confirming definitively until I was reviewing some pictures over the weekend.

E-Veritas 37 (September 19th) contained an article highlighting Otter Squadron. Included was Photo Caption: 4860 General AJGD de Chastelain (RMC commandant 1977-80) with m224 Jim Hessel the first and to our knowledge the only UTPNCM team captain of the varsity hockey team.

The 1992-93 RMC ‘Redmen’ Varsity Hockey Team was captained by Bob Gillis a UTPNCM member of Otter Squadron and a fine leader.

I trust all is well, and it was great to see you at Reunion Weekend.

Sincerely,

19787 Derron Bain (RMC 1995)

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3182 Colonel (Ret’d) Derrick Young P.Eng., C.D. (RRMC RMC 1953) passed away at age 80 after a brief illness. Devoted husband for 57 years of Patricia (nee Ritz). Father of Jim (Meg) of Dundas, ON, Neil (Mary Katharine) of Mississauga, ON, and Brian of Ottawa, ON. Proud grandad of Kate, Sarah, Emily and Rachel. Derrick was born in Lamont, Alberta, son of Dr. M.A.R. Young and Ethel Young and educated at Royal Roads Military College, the Royal Military College, the University of Alberta and the University of Michigan.

He served a full career in the R.C.A.F./C.F., as an A.E.R.E officer on the Avro CF 100 and the Avro Arrow projects; as Chief Negotiator for the acquisition of the CF-18 for Canada – a good purchase, he pointed out with some satisfaction, since it has had a longer operational life than he, himself, had; and commanding A.M.D.U. in Trenton. After retirement from the Forces he worked in private industry. He was a faithful churchman, in later years had many good hours with the ORFs, and he had some lifelong friendships. He loved moving huge rocks around the cottage, skiing, sailing, curling, hunting, fixing appliances long past their usual lifespan, terrorizing his sons’ friends, correcting everyone’s use of the Queen’s English, and telling any number of hapless, but usually polite, persons how they should be doing their jobs. Let no one say that he never made an impression. But most of all, he loved our mother, and in caring for her through her Alzheimer’s Disease, was our Hector and Lysander.

Predeceased by his brother Rolland, and his brother-in-law, Ron. Friends were invited to visit at the Woodroffe United Church, 207 Woodroffe Avenue, Ottawa, Monday, October 18 after 9:30 a.m. until Time of Service at 11 a.m. Rev. Jan Lougheed officiated.

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2744 LCdr (Ret’d) James Clifford Carter (RMC 1940), age eighty-eight, Halifax, passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2010. Born in Montreal to the late Stewart Clifford Carter and Evelyn Carter.

He was predeceased by brothers John Steven Carter and Henry Carter. James is survived by his wife Elizabeth (Hibbard), his two sons James (Monica) and John (Alyson), six granddaughters and two sisters Teresa Parker of Montreal and Ellen Marette of Red Deer, Alberta, and many nephews and nieces.

James spent 17 years in the Canadian Navy, spending four years overseas during World War II. He also served in the Korean War. Leaving the Navy, he spent time in private business in Montreal, then joined the Public Service and went to Ottawa to work on the Frigate Program, once again working for the Navy.

He did much volunteer work acting as secretary to the many clubs he joined and was secretary treasurer of Lawn Bowling Canada in the 1980′s. James was a life long member of the Royal Military College ex-cadet club and the Naval Officer’s Association. He lived his life by the RMC motto: Truth, Duty, Valour.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Memorial service was held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 1749 Argyle Street, Sunday, October 24 at 1 p.m. The Rev’d Dr. Paul Friesen officiated. Interment to follow in Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

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