3rd Canadian Division medals, awards and commendations - July 2024
July 15, 2024
Every quarter, the Western Sentinel recognizes 3rd Canadian Division members who have received medals, awards and commendations.
The following members were recognized by their units for actions that benefited their units, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian people.
On March 19, Major Derek Kamen, Officer Commanding Real Property Operations Unit (West) (RPOU(W)) Detachment Wainwright, received the 3rd Canadian Division Support Group Command Team Commendation.
Maj Kaman assumed duties as Officer Commanding Detachment Wainwright in July 2021. Since that time, he exhibited extraordinary foresight, commitment and skill in implementing a multi‑year planning process for maintaining existing resources and building new infrastructure at 3rd Canadian Division Support Base Edmonton Detachment Wainwright. This has resulted in a substantial increase in the volume of projects being completed and the long‑term viability of myriad critical infrastructure to benefit 3rd Canadian Division Support Group, reflecting great credit upon RPOU(W).
Photo: (L-R) Chief Warrant Officer Marc Drolet, 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3 CDSG) Sergeant‑Major; Major Derek Kamen; Colonel Robbin Dove, Commander 3CDSG
On March 19, Rob Pettigrew, Productions Officer with Real Property Operations Unit (West) Detachment Wainwright, received the 3rd Canadian Division Support Group Command Team Commendation.
Pettigrew has demonstrated extraordinary dedication and initiative towards the upkeep, beautification and enhanced functionality of 3rd Canadian Division Support Base Edmonton Detachment Wainwright. This has resulted in a tangible improvement to the professional military aesthetic of the garrison, thereby increasing the morale of garrison members and projecting a professional military image to the public to benefit 3rd Canadian Division Support Group.
Photo: (L-R) Chief Warrant Officer Marc Drolet, 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3 CDSG) Sergeant‑Major; Rob Pettigrew; Colonel Robbin Dove, Commander 3CDSG
On May 8, Lieutenant Timothy Cook was nominated for the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation for his exemplary work at Real Property Operations Detachment (RPOD) Cold Lake.
After commissioning from the ranks, Lt Cook was immediately tasked as the acting Officer Commanding (OC) of RPOD Cold Lake. Furthermore, upon arrival of the new OC, Lt Cook performed the duties of the Requirements Officer (RO) position, all prior to completing trades training. During his tenure as the RO, his leadership was instrumental in optimizing infrastructure maintenance. His efforts, which went above and beyond the expectations of his rank, led to recognizable improvements of 4 Wing’s infrastructure portfolio. Beyond Real Property Operation duties, for four years running, Lt Cook has achieved the Platinum standard on the FORCE Test.
Due to his outstanding performance, he was awarded the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff Commendation and he will be posted to Real Property Operations Unit (West) Detachment Moose Jaw this posting season as the OC.
Photo: (L-R) Colonel David Turenne, Commander 4 Wing Cold Lake; Lieutenant Tim Cook; Major Joel Weatherby, Real Property Operations Detachment (RPOD) Cold Lake Officer Commanding; and Master Warrant Officer Jason Swanson, Real Property Operations Detachment (RPOD) Cold Lake Sergeant‑Major.
On May 15, Cleo Blais (centre) was awarded a Command Team Commendation from Brigadier‑General Steve Graham, Commander 3rd Canadian Division (left) and Chief Warrant Officer Wayne Bantock, 3rd Canadian Division Sergeant‑Major.
From March to August 2023, Blais demonstrated remarkable problem‑solving skills and overcame several technical hurdles while working on an important procurement initiative that enhanced the readiness capabilities of 38, 39 and 41 Canadian Brigade Groups.
On May 15, Master Warrant Officer (Retired) Brian Speck (centre) was awarded a Command Team Commendation from Brigadier‑General Steve Graham, Commander 3rd Canadian Division (left) and Chief Warrant Officer Wayne Bantock, 3rd Canadian Division Sergeant‑Major.
Speck is the 3rd Canadian Division Organization and Establishment Staff Officer, and his counsel and advice have benefited the Division and all formations across Western Canada.
If you want to see your members recognized for going above and beyond, please contact Western Sentinel editor Tim Bryant at timothy.bryant@forces.gc.ca.
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