RMC hosts Reunion Weekend 2017
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October 2, 2017 – Kingston, Ont. – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
Past, present, and new officer cadets were formally united, while participating in traditional activities during Reunion Weekend 2017 at the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC).
The weekend’s events started on Friday when first-year RMC officer cadets successfully completed the challenging obstacle course that demanded determination, leadership, and teamwork. The Badging Parade on Saturday then marked the conclusion of the five-week orientation program, where new officer cadets officially entered the Cadet Wing after receiving their cap badge from members of the “Old Brigade” – a group of former cadets who entered the College at least 50 years ago.
This was followed by two new plaques being added to the Wall of Honour celebrating the lifelong contributions of Honorary Colonel A. Britton Smith and the late Honorary Colonel Leonard Gordon Patrick Lee. Their plaques joined those of 27 previous honourees on the Wall of Honour, which recognizes former cadets and associates of RMC who have made significant contributions to Canada.
The events of Reunion Weekend 2017 culminated on Sunday with a memorial ceremony, where former cadets and graduates of RMC gathered in remembrance of members of the College community who lost their lives in active service.
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“The academic and military training offered at RMC enables officer cadets to acquire the skills required to meet the challenges of today's complex and ever-changing global security environment. The annual Reunion Weekend is a valued tradition for past and present officer cadets to welcome these young Canadians who will become the leaders of the Canadian Armed Forces in service of our country.”
- Lieutenant-General Charles Lamarre, Commander, Military Personnel Command
“I congratulate the new candidates for joining RMC. We are proud and happy with their early successes to date. They have demonstrated that they are ready to face the challenges that are now before them. I encourage them to apply their new knowledge in their personal development efforts at the academic, physical education, bilingualism, and leadership levels.”
- Rear-Admiral Luc Cassivi, Commander, Canadian Defence Academy
“Reunion Weekend has been a tradition here at RMC for many years, uniting those currently attending the College with generations of former officer cadets from across the globe. As Commandant of RMC, I take great joy in seeing our first-year officer cadets accomplish this important milestone as they begin their journey at the College.”
- Brigadier-General Sébastien Bouchard, Commandant, Royal Military College of Canada
Quick Facts
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RMC opened its doors to the first officer cadets in 1876, making it Ontario’s fifth oldest university.
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RMC has a 141-year history of providing outstanding leadership for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), government, and business across Canada and around the world.
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RMC offers 19 undergraduate degree programs and 27 graduate programs.
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An RMC education and military experience provides the professional and intellectual skills necessary to assume the responsibilities and meet the demands of a career as a CAF member.
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Royal Military College of Canada
Phone: 613-541-6000 ext 6484
Email: leah.campbell@forces.gc.ca
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