Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry
Salutes the following Friends of the for their support in Regiment the production of Community Initiatives Program The Patrician Mr. Vince Courtney Precision Textiles Inc. Mr. Harvey Jonkman Guthrie Woods Mr. Peter Chochrane Products Ltd. ATCO Electric 911 Supply Aqueduct Foundation The Flag Shop (Larson Family) The Shooting Edge Bonar and Bess Cooley Performance Graphics MWO Joel Turnbull Commisionaires Mr. Chanin of W.G. Northern Alberta Div. Chanin Hardwoods Ltd. Sparta Promotions Choice Marketing Maj. Daniel Gregoire Col. James L’Heureux Capt. Alex Beaulieu Capt. Andy St Laurent Mr. Robert Paterson Lt. (Ret’d) Steve Otto Y P R G E R S E , B M 1 E O 9 N T U 1 E ET N 5 Z EL T , E C S ‘1 R O 7 R OU R F C LE V R S - E IM E R DA Y L LE N , F E 19 H 17 SC AS P 18 AM , 19 IEN PE S AR NA SC ’S CA DIAN PURSUI IA L ERS, 1914-18 T TO M C I ND FLAND ONS I G FRANCE A R H
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GO INE TH R L IC LE LI IT NE H SA E N IN FO I L RT IN N U O OR NA IM I TH T R N K -W O U O EST M R EU O G E RO S N A PE S O , , 1 O Y 19 94 F 5 5 P 0 A -1 K 9 5 3 THE PATRICIAN VOLUME LXXII
Allied with The Rifles and The Royal Australian Regiment
Colonel-in-Chief The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, PC, CC, CMM, COM, CD
Founder and the First Colonel of the Regiment Brigadier-General A. Hamilton Gault, DSO, ED, CD
Colonel of the Regiment Brigadier-General V.W. Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (Retired) First World War era PPCLI officer’s hat badge. Photo courtesy of James Morgan.
The Patrician is the Regimental Journal of Editor Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, Major S.G.J. Lerch published under the authority of the Assistant Editors Regimental Executive Committee Lieutenant N.J. Browne Second Lieutenant D.A. Widmeyer Cover The Originals embarked on the R.M.S. Royal George Business Development to set sail for England, 27 September 1914. Warrant Officer W.A. Grady Layout Editor Photo Citation Corporal V.J.M. Charbonneau Unknown Table of Contents
Colonel-in-Chief ...... 6 Colonel of the Regiment ...... 8 Regimental Leadership 2021 ...... 10 Regimental Headquarters ...... 17 Awards ...... 21 Promotions 2020 ...... 24 Retirements (Over 20) ...... 25 1 PPCLI ...... 26 2 PPCLI ...... 55 3 PPCLI ...... 68 Op IMPACT...... 82 The Loyal Edmonton Regiment (4 PPCLI) ...... 86 French Grey Battalion ...... 92 Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School...... 95 Transition Unit Alberta and Northern Canada...... 96 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre ...... 97 The PPCLI Association President's Report ...... 98 2020 Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund Educational Bursary Report ...... 100 The Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund...... 102 The PPCLI Association Branches ...... 105 Top 10 Reasons to Join the PPCLI Association...... 109 The PPCLI Foundation...... 111 Kit Shop...... 112 PPCLI Museum and Archives ...... 114 PPCLI Second World War Veterans...... 116 With the Princess Pats in Korea...... 118 The Art of War...... 119 Floods, Fires, Sesame Street, and The Nobel Peace Prize...... 120 The Retirement Statue...... 124 Colours...... 125 The Rifles ...... 126
PPCLI Living History Unit...... 132 2483 PPCLI RCACC...... 133 The Saltoun & St Anne’s Church Connections to the PPCLI ...... 136 A Patrica Remembered...... 137 Gordon Smith Remembered ...... 138 Remembering Christie Blatchford (1951 – 2020) ...... 139 Serving Patricias ...... 140 Retirements (Under 20) ...... 159 Last Post ...... 160 Colonel-in-Chief The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, PC, CC, CMM, COM, CD My Dear Patricias, 2020 is a year like no other in our lifetimes. It has now been almost a year that the whole country has lived in a lockdown which nobody could have ever predicted. Our country -Canada - and the entire world have been fighting a war against an enemy known as COVID-19. As soldiers, you have been prepared for battlefield situations. You have trained, you have exercised, and you are ready. But nobody could be prepared for what we have lived through and will continue to live through for some time. COVID-19 has challenged all of us in an unprecedented way. And our regiment has been challenged not just from the point of view of being the army but also as individuals living in families and communities. I was very proud of our fellow members of the armed forces when they pitched in to help in the dreadful situation in Quebec’s nursing homes. I am always aware that our regiment could be called upon at anytime to do what nobody else can do as well: organize and act. Despite the increased difficulties and uncertainties brought upon us by the disease, we continued our training and our deployments. We did our duty. We will do our duty. We are facing a formidable enemy. An enemy that has the ability to transform itself and strike again and again. I've been doing a lot of reading about pandemics in history and we can certainly expect that this one will not be over soon. We must keep our optimism while being realistic. We have been going through this for a year and it is not going to stop soon. We must be prepared for the long struggle. We must be prepared to fight battle after battle to win a war. The Patricia's know how to fight and we know how to win. Mentally, we must know that we are engaging an enemy as we try to live through COVID-19. It is dreadful to not see our families, to not hug children and grandparents and to not see friends in our normal social activities. But we must accept the limitations and the lockdowns. We must wholeheartedly sacrifice our personal needs. We must endure loneliness and deprivation. Because by enduring this we are going to help each other. We will help each other to protect our elderly and to prepare a good future for our children. I do believe that we will get through this, but we need patience. Every time you think it would be so wonderful to go out to a bar or a restaurant or to church or a community centre and you know you can't, you are making a sacrifice for the good of all your fellow Canadians. There were a lot of unusual events, deployments and training schemes around the world last year. Notably, the flare up and tensions in Iraq in the Middle East in the early part of the year caught members of our First and Third Battalions in crossfire. In the midst of this chaos, LCol Adam Moore handed-over command of the Impact Training and Coordination Unit in Iraq to LCol Jordan Schaub. I applaud the command teams of both battalions and their soldiers who worked so well in unprecedented conditions followed by methodical systematic retrograde and redeployment to Canada all the while maintaining cohesion and morale. We should all be proud of the officers and soldiers who remained loyal and did their duty, despite incredible pressures and complication. Patricias from all three battalions also worked together in Ukraine where they mentored and trained local forces alongside our Allied regiment - The Rifles. Despite the complexities of the environment and COVID, I was happy to learn that Patricias and Riflemen were once again working together, reinforcing our traditional bonds.
6 On completion of their missions abroad, the arrival of our Patricias to Canada under quarantine has to be acknowledged as unique in a regiment’s history. But with that return, they re-oriented to the situation of living life under COVID restrictions. They continue to train and prepare for war to do their duty for our country. This flexibility was exemplified in late December when Patricias from our Second Battalion, led by LCol Mike Reekie and CWO Brett Perry deployed to Indigenous communities in Manitoba to assist with the complexities of COVID. Named ‘Op LASER’ these Patricias were fighting the new enemy. It was a difficult and short- notice deployment, but it is so important to help Canadians at home. We should all be very proud. I particularly congratulate Mike Reekie who I last saw in person on deployment in Latvia. He exemplifies the versatility of Patricias to diversify in crisis! During this terrible COVID period we have seen an impact on the ability of the Foundation to function as it usually does and to raise money. Given these material challenges, the focus of the Foundation has shifted to supporting the wider regimental effort to blend the veterans’ component of the regiment into a more coherent whole. The Foundation remains hopeful that this work will allow a more coherent approach to better fundraising and a focus on the importance of meeting the needs of today's veterans.
I am extremely impressed with the flexibility and dedication of PPCLI Association members. The Virtual Annual General Meeting conducted on 23 May 2020 was very well done. Their rapid response to the unfortunate vandalism at Patricia Park last September and the immediate replacement of the stolen plaques speaks volumes about their ability to react quickly. They remain focused on Mental Health, Peer Support and Suicide Awareness and will commence virtual training on this critical issue in April 2021. Under the leadership of Paul Hale the Association provides support to cadets, veterans and families and to regimental heritage. The preservation of our history is crucial to the principle of “Once a Patricia, always a Patricia.”
We all know their current situation is unprecedented and filled with unknowns. The pandemic a century ago was just after the First World War when Patricias returned to Canada and the two years the pandemic lasted were the first two years of their re-entry into Canadian life. I know then that they helped our country through that crisis and help to preserve our values and our society. I know that you, a century later, will continue to fight this dreadful and pervasive enemy. I know that you will preserve your strength and your health as Patricias for the benefit of all Canadians. Yours faithfully, The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, PC, CC, CMM, COM, CD
7 Colonel of the Regiment Brigadier-General V.W. Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (Retired)
This journal establishes the regimental activities of the past year in the evolving history of PPCLI. 2020 has been a completely unusual year – an oddity in its character as a pandemic year. But that statement alone cannot elicit the disruption that a virus caused in the routines and the work of a regiment of infantry. There were the usual cycles coming out of a year of high readiness, and which continued well into 2020. Yet, the routine of Immediate Reaction Units, primary combat training, receiving new soldiers and guarding the health of all continued unabated across the year.
I am always impressed with the entire Regimental leadership, from the Privates and Corporals through the unit command teams and our post-service Association and Foundation. Of course, with the restrictions on travel and other public health requirements, I have not been able to travel to see the battalions or visit branches, but I have been using the resources offered by the Internet, Zoom and its like systems, to advance the business of governance and to stay in touch to the degree possible. The interest I see on faces and the ardent desire to get back at the training and readiness tasks assures me that the spirit of a regiment founded to fight has not been damaged.
All this is possible only with the continued support and sacrifices of our families, who with the dreaded Covid have borne great restrictions and additional upset with the school closures, the stay-at-home guidelines and so on. The partners and parents, as always, rose to the challenge, as surely as those in uniform have done. Thank you all.
2020 included the 69th Anniversary of the Battle of Kapyong, this year not noted by a service and reception in Ottawa, but remembered none-the-less. Every month we receive the notes of the passing of the Korean veterans, their numbers are now very low, as is the number of our Second World War veterans. The Association works hard at finding out who has been lost, and the Regiment tries to write to each family in that process. The 106th Anniversary of the formation of the Regiment was celebrated with much smaller events, and yet a small team in the Association got in a bike ride to raise money, one that was successful and which the Association will try and involve the broader regiment to recreate in August of 2021. On 11 November, we all stopped somewhere for a minute of silence, and the service in Ottawa at the Regimental memorial at Lansdowne Park was done with a Zoomed audience, and importantly, the list of the lost from the year was read out. You should find notes on some of these in this Patrician.
It has been an honour, as every year, to rediscover the depth of the efforts and contributions made by Patricias everywhere, whether it is in the units, or those hundreds on extra-regimental duty, or those on small deployments and duties world-wide. We are a positive force in all of our surroundings.
The coming year will lift some of the darkness from our horizons when it comes to pandemic issues, yet there will be lots of churn and groaning as we immunize 30 million. And the ceaseless wheel of operational readiness and planning for an uncertain future will go on. Whatever transpires, the Patricia’s will be ready and the record of that will be in next year’s Patrician.
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8 9 Regimental Leadership
Brigadier-General Vince Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (retired)
Colonel of the Regiment Currently serving as Colonel of the Regiment, Brigadier-General (Retired) Kennedy has served as a subaltern with 3 Mechanized Commando, a Company Commander with the Third Battalion Royal Green Jackets and with the Second Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. He went on to command the First Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, and later became the Chief of Staff of the First Canadian Division HQ as well as Army Headquarters. As Colonel of the Regiment, Brigadier-General (Retired) Kennedy is responsible for fostering Regimental esprit de corps, liaising with outside units and agencies on behalf of the Regiment, and offering sage advice and guidance on Regimental affairs.
Lieutenant-General Wayne Eyre, CMM, MSC, CD
Senior Serving Patricia Upon commissioning in 1988 he joined the Second Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, and has had the great privilege of spending the majority of his career in command or deputy command positions, including commanding 3rd Battalion PPCLI, 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group, 3rd Canadian Division and Joint Task Force West, Deputy Commanding General – Operations for XVIII (US) Airborne Corps, Deputy Commander Military Personnel Command, Deputy Commander United Nations Command in Korea, and for a short time Commander of Military Personnel Command. He became Commander Canadian Army on 20 August 2019. As the Senior Serving Patricia, Lieutenant-General Eyre is responsible for providing advice to the leadership of the Regiment.
10 Major-General Peter Dawe, CMM, MSM, CD
President of the Guard Major-General Dawe currently serves as Commander of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command and prior to that, he served as the Deputy Commander. Previously, Major-General Dawe commanded from platoon to brigade level leading 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group and the Third Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. His operational tours include Cyprus, Bosnia and two tours to Afghanistan. As President of the Guard, Major-General Dawe is responsible for providing the strategic guidance and policy direction for the Regiment.
Brigadier-General William Fletcher, OMM, SMV, CD
Deputy President of the Guard After graduating from the Royal Military College Brigadier-General Fletcher joined Second Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry and has spent his career in a variety of operational, staff and command positions. He deployed first to Bosnia Herzogovina in 1997 and subsequently Afghanistan in 2006 where he commanded C Company 1 PPCLI and was awarded the Star of Military Valour. He has commanded at all levels from platoon to division, including 1st Battalion PPCLI, 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group and Deputy Commanding General – Operations for XVIII (US) Airborne Corps. Brigadier- General Fletcher took command of 3rdCanadian Division on 14 August 2020 and proudly serves as Deputy President of the PPCLI Guard.
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Colonel Jay MacKeen, MSM, CD
Vice President of the Guard Regimental Colonel Colonel MacKeen enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces in 1997 with the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa. In early 2002, he completed a component transfer and joined Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI). His regimental duties have seen him posted on multiple occasions to 3 PPCLI and once to 2 PPCLI, where he served as its 32nd Commanding Officer. Outside of the regiment, he has been posted to the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM), Canadian Joint Operations Command (CJOC), and most recently, was the G3 with 3rd Canadian Division. In July 2020, Col MacKeen assumed his duties as the Chief of Staff at 3rd Canadian Division / Joint Task Force (West), and was appointed as our Regimental Colonel.
Colonel Ryan Jurkowski, MSM, CD
Vice President of the Guard (Strategy) Colonel Jurkowski is currently the Chief of Staff for the Canadian Defence Academy. Col Jurkowski has served with the Regiment in Bosnia, twice in Afghanistan, and with the 3rd Army as it transitioned to the Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve as their Deputy J5. Col Jurkowski has commanded the 5th Canadian Division Training Centre and has served with the Joint Staff under the DCDS Group, as an Executive Assistant to Comd 3rd Canadian Division and to Joint Task Force Command Brunssum’s J5, as the Deputy Chief of Staff Army Training Authority, as the J3 at the 1st Canadian Division, and most recently as the Director of Programmes at the Canadian Forces College. As the Regimental Guard Vice President (Strategy), he is responsible for coordinating and managing the Regimental Strategy.
12 Chief Warrant Officer Rene Kiens, MMM, MSM, CD
Regimental Chief Warrant Officer Chief Warrant Officer Kiens is currently the Sergeant Major of 3rd Canadian Division. He has spent the majority of his career in the field force, from Pathfinder Platoon in the Canadian Airborne Regiment to the Regimental Sergeant Major of the First Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. He has deployed to Somalia, Bosnia, Iraq and has two tours to Afghanistan. In his capacity as Regimental Chief Warrant Officer, he sits as a member of both the Regimental Executive Committee and the Guard. In addition, he provides advice on career matters to the Regimental Colonel.
Lieutenant-Colonel Jordan Schaub, CD
Chair of the Regimental Executive Committee Lieutenant-Colonel Schaub is the Commanding Officer of the First Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. Prior to this he served as the J3 Middle East at Canadian Joint Operations Command, following a deployment to Iraq for Operation IMPACT as the Chief of Staff for a Special Operations Task Force. In 2013, he served as the Commander's Executive Assistant and Deputy J3 at Canadian Special Operations Forces Command. Within the First Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, he has served as Officer Commanding for Alpha, Combat Support and Admin Companies, he has previous Regimental service with 2 PPCLI where he was a Company Second-in-Command during Operation ATHENA with 2 RCR on TF 3-06. Most recently he deployed as the Task Force Commander for the Impact Training and Coordination Unit (ITCU), in Taji, Iraq.
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Mr. Paul Hale, CD President of the PPCLI Association Mr. Hale began his military career as a reservist in 1970 and transferred to the Regular Force in 1976. He completed 30 years with the Regiment including two tours with 3 PPCLI and served as Adjutant of the PPCLI Battle School. He completed eight overseas deployments in Cyprus, Angola, South Africa, the Balkans and Afghanistan. Upon retiring from the Regular Force in 2006 he transferred back to the reserves until reaching compulsory retirement age in 2014. He has been actively involved with the Association since 2010, serving as South West Ontario Branch President, multiple positions on the Board of Directors and was elected as National President in June 2017. Mr. Paul Hale currently serves as President of the PPCLI Association and Chair of the Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund Board of Trustees. He has been instrumental in promoting Mental Health and Suicide Awareness within the Association.
Mr. Dougal (Doug) Salmon, CD Vice President of the PPCLI Association Mr. Salmon enrolled in the Toronto Scottish in 1966 and reached the rank of Sergeant before joining the Regular Force in 1969. After infantry training, he was posted to 2 PPCLI in Winnipeg. In 1973 he was selected for commissioning and was posted to 3 PPCLI Victoria upon completion of officer training. He completed a tour in Cyprus with 3 PPCLI and was subsequently posted to Germany with 3 Mechanized Commando in 1976. He has served as Regular Support Staff with the Royal Westminster Regiment; Assistant Operations Officer and OC of Combat Support 3 PPCLI. He completed subsequent postings in Ottawa, Victoria Recruiting Center, Camp Wainwright and CFB Chilliwack. In 1996, Doug was posted to Pacific Region Cadets until he retired from the Regular Force in 2004. He then served with the Cadet Instructors Cadre until July 2013 when he retired from the CF. Dougal was elected as the President of the Vancouver Island Branch of the PPCLI Association in October 2014 and National Vice President in June 2017. Mr. Dougal Salmon currently serves as Vice President of the PPCLI association and Vice Chair of the Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund Board of Trustees. He is a very strong supporter of the PPCLI Cadet Program. 14 Regimental Council 2021 Colonel-in-Chief The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, PC, CC, CMM, COM, CD
Colonel of the Regiment Brigadier-General V.W. Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (Retired)
Senior Serving Patricia Lieutenant-General W.D. Eyre, CMM, MSC, CD The Regimental Guard President - MGen P.S. Dawe, CMM, MSM, CD Deputy President - BGen W.H. Fletcher, OMM, SMV, CD Vice President - Col J.A. MacKeen, MSM, CD Vice President Strategy - Col R.E. Jurkowski, MSM, CD Member - BGen J.W. Errington, OMM, MSM, CD Member - BGen R.T. Ritchie, OMM, MSM, CD Member - Col J.T. Adair, OMM, CD Member - Col D.R. Blanc, CD Member - Col C.J. Frederickson, MSM, CD Member - Col K.A. Gallinger, MSM, CD Member - Col C.R. Henderson, MSM, CD Member - Col I.C. Hope, MSC, MSM, CD Member - Col D.S. MacGregor, CD Member - Col D.A. Mills, OMM, MSC, CD Member - Col W.K. Niven, MSM, CD Member - Col R. Raymond, CD Member - Col L.W. Rutland, OMM, MSC, MSM, CD Member - Col R. Shmidt, MSM, CD Member - Col M.J. Stalker, MSM, CD Member - Col R.T. Strickland, CD Member - CWO R. Kiens, MMM, MSM, CD Ex Officio Members of the Guard Colonel of the Regiment - BGen V.W. Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (Retired) Chair of the Regimental Executive Committee - LCol J.D. Schaub, CD President of the PPCLI Foundation - LGen D.M. Day, CMM, MSC, CD (Retired) President of the PPCLI Association - Mr. P.A. Hale, CD
The Regimental Executive Ex Officio Members of the REC COR - BGen V.W. Kennedy, OMM, MSM, CD (Retired) Committee (REC) Vice President of the Guard - Col J.A. MacKeen, MSM, CD Chair - LCol J.D. Schaub, CD CO LER - LCol C.B. Barr, CD Member - LCol A.D. Anderson, CD RSM LER - CWO M.R. Denny, CD Member - LCol S.M. Davies, CD Regimental CWO - CWO R. Kiens, MMM, MSM, CD Member - LCol J.A. van Eijk, CD President of the PPCLI Foundation - LGen D.M. Day, CMM, Member - LCol C.M.G. Higgins, CD MSC, CD (Retired) Member - LCol S.G. LeBlanc, CD President of the PPCLI Association - Mr. P.A. Hale, CD Member - LCol L.J. Mossop, MSM, CD Member - LCol M.J.R. Reekie, MMV, CD Member - LCol J.C. Thamer, CD Member - CWO R.J. Crane, MMM, MMV, CD Member - CWO C.R. Hollister, MMM, CD Member - CWO B.R. Perry, MMM, CD Member - CWO J.G. Pickard, MSM, CD Member - CWO L.J. Schnurr, CD Member - MWO M.A. Adkins, CD Member - MWO T.R. McCann, CD Member - MWO C.L. Schoepp, CD
15 ERE Regional Representatives 2021
The Regiment established a Regional Representative structure in 2006 to improve career management, succession planning, and casualty support. The Regional Representatives are members of the Regimental Executive Committee (REC) and serve as the link between Patricias and the rest of the Regiment. Regional Representatives also serve as the link between Extra Regimentally Employed (ERE) Patricias and Regimental Headquarters in matters concerning Regimental Gratuities, Regimental Dues, submitting updated information on promotions, honours and awards to Regimental Headquarters for inclusion in The Patrician, and passing on minutes from REC meetings.
British Columbia, Alberta (Less Wainwright) and The North (Green) Officers’ Representative - LCol J.A. van Eijk, CD NCM Representative - CWO C.R. Hollister, MMM, CD
Wainwright (Red Star) Officers’ Representative - LCol L.J. Mossop, MSM, CD NCM Representative - MWO C.L. Schoepp, CD
Saskatchewan and Manitoba (Blue) Officers’ Representative - LCol M.J.R. Reekie, MMV, CD NCM Representative - CWO B.R. Perry, MMM, CD
Ontario (Less Ottawa) and Outside Canada (Yellow) Officers’ Representative - LCol S.G. Le Blanc, CD NCM Representative - CWO R.A. Weaver, CD
Ottawa And Quebec (Maroon) Officers’ Representative - LCol A.D. Anderson, CD NCM Representative - MWO M.A. Adkins, CD
CANSOFCOM (French Grey Star) Officers’ Representative - LCol R.A. McMichael, CD NCM Representative - MWO M.A. Adkins, CD
Maritimes (Orange) Officers’ Representative - LCol S.M. Davies, CD NCM Representative - MWO T.R. McCann, CD
Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Officers’ Representative - LCol J.C. Thamer, CD NCM Representative - CWO R. Kiens, MMM, MSM, CD
16 Regimental Headquarters Headquarters Staff Regimental Major - Major S.G.J. Lerch, MMM, CD ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5459 Regimental Adjudant - Lieutenant N.J. Browne ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5453 Regimental Warrant Officer - Warrant Officer W.A. Grady, CD------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5452 Regimental Veterans Care Sergeant - Sergeant B.J. Dunphy, CD ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5546 Regimental Accountant - Corporal C.R.C. Lee-Turner ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5451 Regimental Clerk - Corporal N.R. Obregon------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5450 Regimental Communications NCO - Corporal V.J.M. Charbonneau ------Email: [email protected]
Regimental Kit Shop Kit Shop IC - Sergeant W.C. Doyle, CD/Master Corporal D.W. Stevens------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5556 Kit Shop 2IC - Master Corporal M.G. Omichinski ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5454 Web Sales/Orders - Corporal J.A. Sutherland ------Email: [email protected] Head Cashiers - Corporal M.W. Emery/Corporal T.J. Madariaga ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5454 Medal Mounting - Corporal S.M. Daigle, CD ------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5569
Regimental Museum General Manager - Sergeant N.C. Blackmore, CD ------1-403-410-2320 Ext 2680 Collections Manager - Corporal A. Mullet, CD ------1-403-410-2320 Ext 2682 Museum Archivist - Ms. (Nevi) Neven-Pugh------1-403-410-2320 Ext 2681 Museum Appraiser - Mr. James Morgan ------1-403-410-2320 Ext 2680 Regimental Headquarters General Inquiries------1-780-973-4011 Ext 5450
Mail Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Regimental Headquarters PO Box 10500 Station Forces Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4J5
1st Row: Maj S. Lerch, Lt N. Browne, WO B. Grady, Sgt B. Dunphy 2nd Row: Sgt N. Blackmore, MCpl D. Stevens, MCpl M. Omichinski, Cpl S. Daigle 3rd Row: Cpl A. Mullet, Cpl C. Lee-Turner, Cpl N. Weir, Cpl V. Charbonneau 4th Row: Cpl T. Madariaga, Cpl N. Obregon, Cpl M. Emery, Cpl J. Sutherland 17 Regimental Gratuities
he following gratuities will be provided to all new regimental members, serving and departing Patricias, who Tparticipate in the Regimental Voluntary Contributions Program (RVCP).
Upon joining the regiment, regardless of entry plan, each new member will receive red and white shoulder insignia; a numbered regimental coin and PPCLI cap badge.
During their career, members will receive an annual copy of The Patrician. Upon promotion, new Sergeants and Warrant Officers are also entitled to a sash.
18 Upon honourable release or occupational transfer:
Less than nine years of service:
8 1/2 x 11 inch Regimental Certificate of Service in a diploma cover.
Nine to nineteen years of service:
8 ½ x 11 inch Regimental Certificate of Service in a diploma cover and a 4 ½ inch pewter statue with engraved 8 ½ x 11 inch nameplate. Regimental Certificate 4 ½ inch Statue
Twenty to twenty-four years of service:
8 ½ x 11 inch Regimental Certificate of Service in a diploma cover and a 6 ½ inch pewter statue with engraved nameplate.
Twenty-Five or more years of service:
12 x 18 inch Regimental Certificate of Service Framed in Black and a 6 ½ inch pewter statue with engraved nameplate.
12 x 18 inch Framed 6 ½ inch Statue Regimental Certificate
All Releasing Patricias:
The PPCLI Association offers all departing members a three year membership free of charge.
Ensure that you visit your local branch or the Association website to register: http://ppcliassoc.ca
19 Regimental Veterans Care Article courtesy of: Sgt Dunphy
The Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Regimental Veterans Care (RVC) cell will strive to ensure that serving and retired soldiers and their families receive the highest standard of care and support from the appropriate departments and agencies. The RVC will act as a point of contact, advocate, and source of information on behalf of all members of the greater Regimental Family. Supporting Organizations There are a number of organizations across Canada that can support all members of the Regiment, below is a quick highlight of each company that the PPCLI RVC Cell corresponds with throughout the year. More detailed information about programs can be found at PPCLI.com/veterans-care/rvc/.
PPCLI Benevolent Fund SISIP The Regiment has created the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Legion Infantry Benevolent Fund, to provide a means to support members of VETS Canada the wider“Regimental Family” in times of personal crisis or tragedy, Soldier On when other support programs are not sufficient. Valour Place Canada Company Each case for the use of the Benevolent Fund is different and will be considered on its own merits. The case will be presented by the Outward Bound Canada Veterans’ Program Regimental Veterans’ Care Coordinator to the PPCLI Benevolent Fund Veterans Transition Program committee members and the applicant could be funded by way of loans True Patriot Love or grants. Wounded Warrior Canada CF Appreciation To gather further information feel free to drop by Regiment Headquarters and speak to your Regimental Veteran’s Care Coordinator, Sergeant Blake Dunphy or call at 780-973-4011 ext. 5546. Regimental Accounts Article and photos courtesy of: Cpl Lee-Turner
The Regimental Charity, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Fund 11910 3844 RR0001 (Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Fund), is supported by your donations through the Regimental Voluntary Contribution Plan (RVCP). As the PPCLI Fund is a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency, RHQ is authorized to provide tax receipts for your generous donations. Contact the Regimental Clerk at 780-973-4011 ext. 5454, or [email protected]. These benevolent contributions serve to ensure the Regiment can meet its important charitable objectives. The regiment’s charitable objects can be found in the Regimental Manual on the website: www.ppcli.com.
You can access the PPCLI Fund’s financial information at:
https://apps.cra-arc.gc.ca/ebci/hacc/srch/pub/dsplyBscSrch
We are pleased to report that the PPCLI Kit Shop had another successful year, providing quality items to Patricias! It is important to note that profits from the Kit Shop are tightly controlled and disbursed to support specific regimental initiatives. Most notable, for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2020, the Regiment sent a large percentage of our profits to support our Museum & Archives in Calgary, AB. Profits from the Kit Shop also went to invest in our Legacy Fund. This fund will help to secure our regiment’s financial future. If you would like to know more information, please contact me at [email protected]. 20 Awards
Order of Military Merit
Col J.T. Adair, OMM, CD LCol H.A. Szelecz, OMM, CD CWO D.R. Limon, MMM, CD CWO E. Vollick, MMM, CD CWO R.A. Weaver, MMM, CD MWO S.J. Jamieson, MMM, CD MWO J.W. Kapitaniuk, MMM, MMV, CD Bar to the Meritorious Service Medal
Maj S.V. Merry, MMM, MSM, CD CDS Commendation Commander's Commendation
LCol (Ret'd) E.A. Liebert, MSM, CD Maj C.E.W. Summerfield, CD LCol M.J. Reekie, MMV, CD Maj S. Long, CD LCol J.D. Schaub, CD CWO R.A. Weaver, MMM, CD Maj J.M. Brooks, CD Sgt S.A. Ernst Maj D.E. Hogan, CD Cpl A.S.D. Burleigh CWO R.J. Crane, MMM, MMV, CD CWO W.L. King, MMM, CD CWO D.R. Limon, MMM, CD
21 Awards
Sovereign’s Volunteer Medal
Capt (Ret'd) Rick Dumas, MMM, CD Vice-Regal Commendation
Capt (Ret'd) Rick Dumas, MMM, CD Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation
Capt (Ret'd) Rick Dumas, MMM, CD
22 Regimental Awards
Commendations Performance of a deed or activity above and beyond the call of normal duty.
Capt D.T. Dennis Cpl K.R. Johnston
Achievement For Professional Excellence. Awarded to serving Patricias and support personnel posted to a PPCLI unit.
MCpl H. Hakim Cpl E.W.F Harper Pte A.J. Toews
23 Promotions 2020 Promoted to BGen Promoted to Capt (Cont.) Promoted to Sgt BGen R.T. Ritchie Capt F.D. Siemens Sgt J.K. Ackersviller Promoted to Col Capt R. Singh Sgt A.S. Appolloni Col C.J. Frederickson Capt A.K. Stewart Sgt J.H. Bendall Col J.A.J. L’Heureux Capt L.P. Underwood Sgt B.B. Berg Col J.A. MacKeen Capt T.D. Watson Sgt N. Boucher Col R. Schmidt Capt W.K.R. Wismer Sgt G.H. Brunsgaard Sgt B.G. Capiak Promoted to LCol Promoted to CWO Sgt J.N.F. Deschênes LCol C.B. Barr (LER) CWO D.R. Limon Sgt J.J. Embree LCol J.A. van Eijk CWO R.A. Weaver Sgt D.A. Fullarton LCol R.A. McMichael Sgt A.J. Gee LCol M. Panchana Moya Promoted to MWO Sgt J.V. Godin MWO J.M. Cyr Sgt J.A. Gryckiewicz Promoted to Maj MWO L.J. Forbes Sgt B.P. Halloran Maj J.S. Chupik MWO D.P. Johnson Sgt A.A. Hampton Maj J.J. Code MWO R.C. Lemay Sgt R.H.R. Harding Maj N.D.R. Collins MWO K.D. Lincez Sgt R.A. Hawman Maj C.J. Gray MWO C.J. Nevell Sgt D.C. Higgins Maj H. Kwon MWO D.J. Stewart Sgt J.J. Hodgson Maj S.J. Long MWO T.D. Wilkins Sgt K.C. Holland Maj N.C.G. Malazdrewicz Sgt F.D. Jordan Maj E.A. Marsh Promoted to WO Sgt C.W. Lambotte Maj J.R. McNabb WO R.J. Adams Sgt T.J. LeBlanc Maj S.V. Merry WO R.J.A. Allan Sgt T.A. Makrai Maj A.K. Richardson WO J.J. Bedard Sgt D.J. Martens Maj C.E.W. Summerfield WO S.D. Copeland Sgt C.V. Pace WO J.W. Debourke Sgt M.T. Petruk Promoted to Capt WO S.D. Dempsey Sgt R.C.J. Pope Capt C. Barrett WO E.W.B. Doupe Sgt C.J. Repas Capt J.A. Beaulieu WO N.L. Faryna Sgt M.B.J. Roodbol Capt T.J.W. Best WO K.E.L. Gunderson Sgt B.G. Smith Capt C.B. Billingsley WO P.F. Harcombe Sgt I.O. Smith Capt D.G. Bowen WO D.J. Komar Sgt M.A. Stapleford Capt D.S. Chadwick WO D.A. Laur Sgt R.E. Staudinger Capt G.E. Chapman WO D.J. Leonard Sgt C.D. Steeves Capt J.C. Commodore WO S.T. McDonald Sgt B.W. Taylor Capt T. Dabels WO T.J. McPhail Sgt R.L.D. Tucker Capt Z.T. Delamont WO G.D. Miles Sgt J.A. Weiler Capt W.J. Ehrenfellner WO R.J. Nepinak Sgt J.S. Wilson Capt C.E. Glover WO J.B. Obee Capt D.C. Gunn WO P. Oduro Capt T.J. Herbison WO J.P. Reynolds Capt J.P. Hewitt WO S.D. Seaton Capt S. Hodgkinson WO R.F. Senum Capt M.C.W.Jones WO F.T. Tio-Tio Capt H. Kwon WO C.P. Wagner Capt A.M. Makulowich WO C.J. Zaharoff Capt C.M. Moorey Capt J.L. Morley Capt P.R. O'Connor Capt A. Rabicki Capt S.M. Pollock Capt S.R. Scott
24 Retirements 2020
The following Patricias have taken their retirement after 20 or more years of dedicated and loyal service to the Regiment: BGen D.J. Anderson, OMM, MSM, CD (32 years) LCol E.A. Liebert, MSM, CD (30 years) Maj R. Lowe, CD (20 years) Maj L.C. Reinelt, CD (34 years) Maj B.T. Hynes, CD (37 years) Capt E.R. Seymour, CD (34 years) Capt R.D. Thornton, CD (34 years) CWO P.M. Francis, MMM, CD (35 years) CWO D.J. Hessell, MMM, CD (31 years) MWO D.C. Bibby, MMM, CD (31 years) MWO K.C. Caldwell, CD (25 years) MWO J.C. Brogaard, CD (35 years) MWO G.N. Parrott, MSM, CD (37 years) MCPL BUTTON MCPL ABAO WO D.M. Weiss, CD (33 years) MCPL HYSKA WO K.G. Minkoff, CD (23 years) MCPL NEGAHDARCHE MCPL MARTINS WO T.W. Fletcher, CD (31 years) MCPL MCTAVISH MCPL BAILLIEUL WO T. Avey, CD (32 years) MCPL SMITH MCPL MARTELLE Sgt C.A. Ruesen, CD (26 years) MCPL PETIT MCPL MCFATRIDGE Sgt D.J. Ryall, CD (26 years) MCPL GOODE Sgt C.L. Harding, MMV, CD (23 years) MCPL COOKE MCPL OBRIEN Sgt P.J. Smith, CD (20 years) MCPL MENDOZA MCPL LEE Cpl J.A. Pirolla, CD (39 years) MCPL RAY Cpl S.T. Daigle, CD (30 years) Cpl B.R.F. Stevens, CD (30 years)
25 On rear party, the Battalion was forced to work largely from home to protect the health of our soldiers in the event of an IRU 1 PPCLI activation (a real concern, as brigades across Canada were being tasked to assist domestically in response to the pandemic). Article courtesy of: Maj A. Petrin, DCO That said, the First Battalion showed their resolve and got after it. In Iraq, Jordan, Ukraine, and Latvia our soldiers and officers 2020 was a challenging year for 1 PPCLI. looked for opportunities to train safely, to optimize operational Operationally, this year saw the deployment effect, and to reinforce CAF missions abroad. At home, rear of 308 of our soldiers to 4 operational party trained virtually and in section cohorts, conducted socially areas in 7 countries. On the cusp of these distanced PT, remained ready for IRU tasks, and maintained deployments, Iranian attacks on Iraq delayed our equipment in preparation for an unanticipated back-to- the departure of the Bn Headquarters and back Road to High Readiness cycle. A Coy deployed to Iraq for supporting personnel to begin duties as a six month rotation in June, and Battalion Headquarters and the IMPACT Training and Coordination C Coy returned to Canada in July. PCFs were completed, and Unit (ITCU) by almost 30 days. Although a Fall exercise encompassing section and platoon live fire was C Coy’s deployment to LATVIA on Op successfully conducted. Despite the challenges found within a REASSURANCE departed on time, training COVID-19 environment, our lives as soldiers go on. was greatly impacted by the onset of the COVID-19 Global Pandemic, which A key takeaway for all of us is that regardless of the challenge, also affected A Coy’s preparations for whether it be operational or domestic, whether it be an armed their deployment as the Force Protection enemy, or an invisible virus: our soldiers are ready and they are Company supporting NATO Mission Iraq resilient. Although 2020 was a challenge for 1 PPCLI, we have on Op IMPACT. proven again that we are ready for anything: First in the Field.
As expected, these mbrs of 1VP pushed themselves beyond their limits to achieve success. In total Canada took all top three spots with 1VP soldiers taking 2 out of 3.
1st Place was taken by soldiers from Butcher Coy. 2x 1VP recce soldiers (Cpl Sutton and Cpl House). 3rd place was taken by soldiers from Grizzly Coy. 2x 1VP C Coy soldiers (Cpl Dawson-Hunt and Cpl Johansen). 26 Alpha Company
Article courtesy of: Capt A.K. Stewart
Fortuitous enough to be slated to deploy on Operation IMPACT Roto 3 as part of NATO Mission Iraq (NMI), A Coy conducted Exercise TEMPERATE PATRICIA at CFB Edmonton, spring 2020. The exercise consisted of a two week period with a variety of different ranges, including basic marksmanship, interior combat, and mounted kinetic scenarios. All movement for the duration of the exercise was conducted at the section level mounted with SUV’s to mimic movement in theatre with the scenario and battle procedure demanded of the platoons mirroring theatre processes. This exercise was unique in multiple ways as it was preparation for a non-traditional task and that it was conducted in a COVID-19 environment. Upon completion, A Coy was comfortable operating in a theatre context Members of 2 Platoon and Company Headquarters conducting pistol shoots at Camp Dublin, Iraq. Photo courtesy of Capt Stewart. and well versed in COVID-19 protocols, a knowledge base that would pay dividends in Iraq.
Initially A Coy’s deployment was shrouded in uncertainty as the global pandemic and significant violent unrest within Iraq cast the mission in jeopardy. However, after a staged deployment, A Coy arrived to Forward Operating Base Union III in central Baghdad, Iraq. Once in theatre Alpha Company conducted a handover with Para Company, Third Battalion Princess Patricia’s Light Infantry, and upon assuming responsibility for NMI’s Force Protection Company (FP Coy), entered into a complex, turbulent and high threat environment. A Coy commenced their primary task of providing a secure means of transport for NATO Mission Iraq advisors conducting key leadership engagements with Government of Iraq. Senior officers from many nations submitted requests for FP Coy support that were synchronized by FP Coy Ops, planned by the platoons and executed by sections. These movements took place in Baghdad’s International and Red Zone at many upper level Iraqi military and political venues. Additionally, FP Coy devoted significant energy to understanding the intricacies of Greater Baghdad, the limits of which defined their area of operations.
Pte Lelond conducting pistol drills at a range in Camp Dublin, Iraq. Photo courtesy of Capt Stewart.
27 The International Zone (IZ) houses the vast majority of Iraqi governmental institutions and a large number of international representatives could easily be described as the Governments of Iraq’s vital ground as it pertains to terrain. As such, access to it is closely controlled by multiple checkpoints and defensive works with a significant Iraqi Security Force (ISF) presence up to and including heavy armour. Thus movement through the IZ was fairly simple and the risk level relatively low. Conversely, the Red Zone, the area of the city outside the IZ that makes up the majority of Baghdad, is relatively uncontrolled by the ISF, traffic patterns are chaotic, rules of the road are optional and the population is dense and very active. Risk of movement was higher as there were near WO Zaharoff briefing actions on to members of Company Headquarters prior constant protests, IED strikes, constant surveillance to stepping off for a night range. Pictured left to right are: WO Zaharoff, Cpl and the omnipresent heavy traffic. FP Coy routinely Kennedy, Capt Kettles and Cpl Gren. Photo courtesy of MCpl J.W.S Houck. operated in both areas of the city in support of NMI’s movements; enjoying freedom of movement that went well beyond most other ground movement teams in the area of operations.
Pictured left to right are: Cpl Murphy, Sgt Cox, Cpl Purdy, Cpl Deis, Pte Folster, Cpl Astakhov, Pte Bouchard, MCpl Schmidt. Photo courtesy of Capt Gunn.
In addition to external threats during moves, A Coy contented with other pressures that became major factors of the environment. COVID-19 was rampant in the Iraqi population with over four thousand new cases a day at the peak and positive cases were known to be on UIII, in FP Coy visited venues and in some cases FP Coy passengers. Edmonton based training had laid the ground work for A Coy’s COVID- 19 precautions that were emplaced in full force throughout the duration of the deployment. Compounding this was the complex and unreliable support chains necessary to resupply A Coy. Rotary wing support, the main movement mechanism for people and equipment, was unreliable for a multitude of reasons and complicated host nation procedures made movement of equipment into the country difficult. Additionally, UIII was often the target of indirect fire and hostile drone overflights, necessitating increased vigilance and elevated PPE states while on camp. Despite these factors, A Coy remained focused on the mission and persevered, providing movement support and protection to our NATO partners, some of whom were an integral part of FP Coy.
28 Cpl Reynolds and Cpl McFadden, bore sighting their C8s at Operational Support Hub Kuwait. Photo taken 28 Jul 20. Courtesy of MCpl J.W.S Houck.
Mid way through the tour, with the resurgence of NMI back up to Full Operational Capacity (FOC), FP Coy expanded with the addition of two multi-national platoon sized elements. The Polish arrived first followed shortly after by the Spanish. With them came the challenges of equipment operability, support availability and methodology, language barriers, differences in preparation levels, training and different SOPs. To enable both of these elements to achieve FOC, A Coy provided equipment recommendations and guidance as well as theatre specific training. Both of these platoons are working through numerous challenges; however once they are up and running, they will increase NMI’s capacity to conduct engagements. At the end of the rotation, A Coy handed over to a Danish company comprising of a Danish platoon and a Latvian platoon, introducing the aforementioned frictions into a RIP that necessitated the retrograde of most of the Canadian equipment from UIII. A Coy successfully completed the RIP, passed on extensive knowledge of Baghdad and a functional and sound support base and C2 infrastructure, setting the Danish FP Coy up for success.
Pictured left to right are: Pte Wickens, Cpl Denver-Simard, Cpl Nagle, Sgt MacIver, Cpl Resurreccion, Cpl McKinnon, MCpl Mailhot, and Pte Michaud. Photo courtesy of Capt Stewart.
In total, A Coy conducted over 350 moves in the International and Red Zone of Baghdad. The deployment was unique as the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic added an extra layer of complexity over the challenges of working in a multinational organization. All told, the deployment was challenging for every member of the Company but was incredibly rewarding, as everyone gained new perspectives within a city that while rife with conflict and uncertainty is rich in history.
29 Bravo Company
Article courtesy of: Lt T.C. Kindermann
In January of this year, Bravo Company (B Coy) soldiers once again lent their expertise to the 1 PPCLI sport teams for Ex STRONG CONTENDER (Ex SC), a weeklong exercise involving all units of the 1st Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group (1CMBG) competing against each other in numerous sports. Of note, B Coy’s own Captain Bryce Lockwood was this year’s 1 PPCLI Ice Hockey team captain and led the team to a silver medal. Sgt Todd Clendenning was the 1 PPCLI’s Soccer Team’s captain and despite being undermanned secured the bronze medal. In the Powerlifting event, Lt Caitlin Billingsley secured the silver medal in the deadlift category. Upon the completion of Ex SC, B Coy members turned their attention to support Ex RELENTLESS WARRIOR (Ex RW), a two day competition pitting members from across 1 CMBG against each other in a mixed martial arts grappling contest. Pte Moffett clinched the gold medal in the welterweight division and Pte Saeed won silver in the lightweight category.
Pte Na and Pte Mayo fire the .50 Cal machine gun IOT qualify on the weapon system at CFB Wainwright. Photo courtesy of Lt Savill.
30 With 1 PPCLI contributing to a number of operational deployments, B Coy spent much of early 2020 supporting our Battalion with their deployment preparation. As such, B Coy ran several live fire ranges to ensure soldiers completed their yearly qualifications and to ensure their shooting skills are at the top of their game. B Coy also assumed responsibility for A and C Coy LAV fleets while those elements were deployed, to ensure the continued maintenance and serviceability of the Battalion vehicles.
In February, B Coy continued to strengthen our bond with 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron (THS).Together we conducted a number of joint training exercises in preparation of their deployment on Operation IMPACT in Iraq. The training itself encompassed several iterations of Light Armoured Vehicle 6.0 (LAV 6.0) patrols in urban areas in order to train 408 THS pilots in convoy escort procedures and to act as forward observers. Various other training scenarios included insertion and extraction of ground troops, as well as providing close air support for the ground elements. For many members of B Coy this was their first experience working with 408 THS, and while the training was challenging, everyone down to the newest rifleman relished the opportunity to train in conjunction with additional assets. For both parties it allowed us to renew our working relationship as well as gain valuable new skills.
Candidates from Basic Machine Gunner course fire the .50 Cal Heavy Machine Gun at CFB Wainwright. Photo courtesy of Lt Savill.
31 From May to July, the company saw a brief period where all personnel were working from home in support of COVID-19 mitigations while continuing normal duties. While garrison took on a new battle rhythm, with the challenges that a dispersed working environment presented,we continued to push through and prepare for our upcoming Primary Combat Function (PCF) courses as well as preparations for Exercise PATRICIA STRIKE (Ex PS). Early August saw B Coy return to work in a deliberate fashion and we began to finalize the details for our PCF courses. This saw the company responsible for organizing and executing the LAV 6.0 Driver as well as Basic Machine Gun (BMG) for the Battalion while also participating in a number of other courses.
September moved the company into full PCF execution. The majority of candidates on LAV Driver and BMG this was their first course since being posted to battalion. In regards to LAV 6.0 Driver, after the initial week of technical lectures and hands on training, candidates were ready to drive the LAV 6.0. The first challenge for the new divers was the confidence course. The confidence course is a crucial step in the new drivers training as nothing anyone has driven to this point in their careers or in civilian life lives up to the raw power of a 28 tonne, eight-wheeled armoured vehicle. The confidence course contains several obstacles such as a step up, step down, trench crossing, 30-degree slope, washboards and several others. These obstacles simulate all manner of hazards that the drivers will encounter in their regular duties as well as provide them with confidence in the LAV 6.0. The final portion of this course had candidates completing a week-long driving portion at CFB Wainwright in order to put their new found skills to the test as well as to gain a deeper understand of the LAV 6.0 and its capabilities.
Cpl Wright and Pte Na fire the C6 in the Sustained Fire Role. After successfully laying on the target, they marked and recorded the data using the C2 sight. Photo courtesy of Lt Savill.
32 For those on BMG, they saw training on several weapons platforms to include the.50 calibre Heavy Machine Gun, C6 General Purpose machine gun and the Automatic Grenade Launcher System (AGLS), a 40mm grenade launcher used both on the Tactical Armoured Patrol Vehicle and by dismounted soldiers. This training culminated in several live fire shoots at CFB Wainwright to confirm the candidate’s new skills. With the completion of these PCF courses B Coy was well situated with an influx of qualified personnel to ensure key position were filled with the required backups in place.
In October and early November, B Coy prepared extensively to conduct Ex PATRICIA STRIKE (Ex PS). The lead up training to Ex PS consisted of four weeks of dry training to include yearly qualifications on personal weapons and other basic soldier skills. Specifically key basic soldier skills such as NAV, Recce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), communication procedures and LAV mounting and dismounting SOPs were reviewed and taught to new members. Once classroom instruction was given, soldiers had the opportunity to apply their skills in the fields around CFB Edmonton. Once their basic soldier skills were honed, B Coy Soldiers transitioned to refining their weapon handling skills. Key highlights of this training saw soldiers confirming and refreshing their skill in operating and using their individual night vision systems in conjunction with their weapons prior to using them on the planned live fire ranges.
In the second week of November with COVID-19 getting a say in everything this year, B Coy deployed on Ex PS with 48 members and as luck would have it winter kicked in with temperatures dropping past -20 degrees Celsius. Despite deploying with a fraction of their original strength, B Coy members pushed on to complete the planned exercise, completing seven live fire section attacks during the day and night qualifying two rifle sections and their respective LAV crews.
With our sections trained and ready, B Coy moved forward to set up and staff the level 3 live-fire ranges in support of C Coy platoons. This range was built to include a dispersed enemy position including both vehicle, and dismounted targets, which were visible to the advancing platoon for over a kilometer, giving the LAV crews a great chance to practice their battle drills. Special considerations were taken to ensure the day and night iterations presented a challenge for the mechanised platoons. Once completed the live ranges, B Coy was the Opposition Force (OPFOR) for C Coy level 4 Dry. B Coy set up two platoon level defensive positions with a section level defensive position between the two to act as a delay, while C Coy advanced. For those new to B Coy, seeing this type of training is a truly awesome experience. With the completion of Ex Ps, B Coy soldiers were ready to take a small pause before launching on final preparations for Christmas leave and on a multitude of tasks from Immediate Response Unit preparations as well as planning for the next PCF serials in the New Year. December saw the Coy ready for new tasks in the new year and be fully prepared to continue training through the Build Phase. B Coy remains on call to respond to any domestic and international requests for assistance, whatever they may be.
LAVs lined up in preparation of the Level 3 life-fire attacks. Photo courtesy of Cpl Vuong-De Ramos.
33 Op UNIFIER Rotation 8
Article courtesy of: Maj S.J. Long
October 2019 to April 2020 saw a team of Patricias deploy to Ukraine as part of Op UNIFER Rotation 8. Divided between the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) and National Guard of Ukraine (NGU) Development Groups and the Combined Arms Training Group, we spent seven months working beside our Ukrainian counterparts, with the mission of advising and mentoring both organizations to bring them closer to North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) standards, increasing NATO interoperability and combat effectiveness.
Operations were highly dispersed with the Patricias operating in small teams across Ukraine. Capt Filis, WO Sullivan and Sgt Fortier focused their attention in Desna, north of the capital of Kyiv. MCpl Goettel was based out of Vasylkiv, several hours south of the capital. Major Long operated out of Kyiv itself although also splitting his time between Stare and Zolochiv. Capt Crosbie worked initially with the AFU 49th Recce Bn near Lviv in Western Ukraine before moving south to Odessa for the latter half of the tour.
Responsible for NCO Development, Capt Filis, WO Sullivan, Sgt Fortier, and MCpl Goettel mentored their counterparts through building leadership courses, observed training, and provided suggestions for further development of the AFU NCO Corps. Notwithstanding challenges existing within the AFU, the dedication and eagerness to develop a more western NCO paradigm was evident .Training highlights included augmenting navigation courses, teaching the military grid reference system in lieu of the existing Soviet era system, and developing course ware for their infantry warrant officer course, the equivalent to our dreaded DP3B.
Working with the NGU was a challenging and rewarding experience. Operating with US and NATO advisors, Maj Long oversaw the coordinated delivery of several courses to the NGU, to include a NATO compatible basic training course, as well as basic and intermediate leadership courses, and the advancement of a training development officer capability. Mentorship was provided to NGU staffs in both their main HQ in Kyiv as well as in Stare, their collective training centre, in terms of how to plan, organize and conduct collective training for their high readiness elements.
Capt Crosbie experienced similar demands, working with AFU elements to stand up a more robust reconnaissance capability within the AFU. Although focused on developing and delivering a basic reconnaissance course, his efforts included assisting the Combined Arms Training Group with mentoring the AFU through their version of Ex MAPLE RESOLVE. Maj Long and Col Kulyk, Command National Guard Of Ukraine Training Center, Zolochiv Ukraine,February 2020. Image taken by NGU Press Services. Overall the Patricias who participated in Op UNIFER Rotation 8, found being part of a security force capacity building operation, an illuminating professional experience. As with most small teams, all Patricia’s were expected to punch above their weight and did so in spades. Luckily the tour was almost over by the time COVID-19 shut down operations and only the handover between us and our replacements from 1 RCHA was significantly impacted, with only a skeleton crew from Roto 9 receiving our handover. The insight and knowledge gained from being tested on our own systems and processes by our Ukrainian counterparts with their experience in a Russian based system was professionally invaluable.
34 Charlie Company
Article courtesy of: Lt R. Singh
Back row L to R: MCpl Pratt, Cpl Wheaton, Cpl Hubscher. Standing L to R: MCpl Moore, Pte Banks, Lt Murcek (Slvk), Sgt Gryckiewicz, Cpl Holland and unknown Slovakian soldier. As the soldiers embarked on their post-deployment leave, Grizzly Company underwent a change of Company leadership, seeing Maj A.K. Richardson assume the role of Officer Commanding (OC) and MWO M.R. Tolton the role of Company Sergeant Major (CSM). Three new platoon commanders assumed their roles, with Captain Z.T Delamont taking command of 7 Platoon, Captain C. Billingsley with 8 Platoon, and Lieutenant R. Singh, 9 Platoon. The new command team eagerly stepped into the challenge of leading Grizzly Company fresh from a deployment, back onto the build phase.
Captain Billingsley and Lieutenant Singh, after just having received the command of their platoons in September, were quickly tasked to command a platoon of South Alberta Light Horse (SALH) reservists on Ex GANDER WARRIOR. The intent of the exercise was to qualify senior captains of 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron as Air Mission Commanders. The exercise proved invaluable in showing the need for interoperability amongst different units. The Platoon commanders of Grizzly Company, having no prior experience with Air Mobile Operations, were soon dropping into landing zones, conducting air assaults on urban villages, combat search and rescue missions on downed pilots, and getting live traffic updates whilst maneuvering a convoy under helicopter escort. The exercise, which took place in CFB Suffield lasted 3 weeks, strengthened the bond between 1VP, 408 THS Squadron and SALH, and would pave the way for joint training in the future.
Coy TOW qualified pers participate in an eFP BG anti-armour concentration. Photo By: Italian “Lupi” Company.
35 At the beginning of October, soldiers of Grizzly Coy found themselves looking sharp in their DEUs, as they rehearsed drill for a visit from the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, Her Honour Salma Lakhani. Executing each drill movement with sharp precision, Grizzly Company’s performance set the bar high as the parade was a major success.
Grizzly Coy supported the Battalion fall PCF cycle by running a LAV Gunner and Crew Commander course. This was flanked by providing staff and resources to a Basic Recce Patrolman course, Basic Machine Gun course and a LAV Driver course. The success of these PCFs set the conditions for the Battalion's fall exercise, Ex PATRICIA STRIKE. Ex PATRICIA STRIKE saw the soldiers of Grizzly Company, the only sub-unit capable of fielding a full company,complete their IBTS requirements, including the 84mm Carl Gustaf, 7.62mm C6 GPMG, M203 and C19 AGLS Grenade weapons tests, gateways to prepare for pairs, section, and platoon live fire exercises later in the exercise. Section dry and live attacks were conducted, and saw all ranks from Pte(T) to Sgt leading soldiers on live attacks, all under the mantra “good sections make good platoons, good platoons make good companies.” After two days of live section attacks, Grizzly Company was ready to move to platoon dry. It did not take long for the Coy to shake the rust off, and get Ex Baltic Warrior was the Latvian version of Mountain Man and saw the new command teams up to speed, and soldiers in teams of two ruck, portage and paddle for 32kms around the Adazi Training Area. Standing from L to R: Capt Wismer, Pte Driver, Pte within a couple of days Grizzly Coy was Holsworth, MCpl Clendenning, Cpl Hubscher, Cpl Holsworth, Cpl Chappel. operating as a well-oiled machine. The Kneeling L to R: Cpl Gallo, Cpl Aunger, Cpl Bernier. training gateways met would eventually lead to mechanized level 3 live fire exercise, a first for the 3 new platoon commanders. The onus was on the platoon commanders to prove their effectiveness at leading soldiers in combat. After two days of level 3 live fire, and the three platoons validated, Grizzly Company was ready to proceed onto level 4 company dry training. Two days of level 4 dry saw all of the hard work preceding the company attacks pay off as all the pieces fell into place. Many lessons were learned, SOPs developed, and Grizzly Company continued to grow as a cohesive unit, setting the conditions to succeed in the Army’s Build Phase (Road to High Readiness) and the upcoming exercises, Helicopters from 408 THS, carrying soldiers from the SALH and two Pl Comds Ex AGILE RAM and Ex MAPLE from Grizzly Coy, wait at an HLS during Ex GANDER WARRIOR. RESOLVE 21.
36 Op REASSURANCE Rotation 13
Article courtesy of: Cpl D.Steenkist & Capt W.K.R. Wismer
Charlie Company 1 PPCLI, known overseas as Grizzly Coy, part of the LdSH led Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group (eFP BG) Latvia Roto 13 conducted their relief in place (RIP) in Latvia from the 2 VP led eFP BG. The first 6 weeks on the ground in Latvia was centered around coalescing as a Battle Group, no easy task when nine Nations formed eFP BG Latvia, eight of nine whom had English as their second language. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) were rehearsed and refined, building up to Exercise CRYSTAL ARROW. Ex CRYSTAL ARROW was a 12 day exercise focused on validating the eFP BG as a fighting unit, with the BG oriented eastward conducting a delay battle. The enemy force was comprised of a Latvian Mechanized Infantry Battalion fighting with Scimitars and a Company of Danish Infantry using CV-90s, both tracked Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs). Grizzly Coy was tasked with affecting a delay using 7 and 9 Platoons while 8 Platoon dug a company level defensive position to withdraw to once the delay criteria had been met. The company defensive position featured Stage 6 trenches overhead protection, and included a TOW Missile Launcher. The final two days of Ex CRYSTAL ARROW saw the BG resume the offensive and push Eastern aggressors back out of the Area of Operations. As Ex CRYSTAL ARROW neared its end, COVID-19 forced the world to face new realities, and saw the restriction of all travel around Europe. This led to the Cpl Hagan and Cpl Eisenbock set up the TOW Missile Launcher as part decision to cancel all deployment leave, with soldiers of eFP Anti-Armour (AA) Concentration, during a dry rehearsal layering both short and medium range AA weapon systems. already on leave outside of Latvia being recalled to Photo By: Capt W.K.R. Wismer. Canada. This restriction of travel led to the majority of the Baltic exercises being canceled that would with live fire night ranges up to the detachment level side have seen Grizzly Company training in Estonia and by side with the attached NATO sections. Lithuania. Despite the world events as they were, Grizzly Company decided to keep their foot on the Next came Exercise GRIZZLY DAWN (Ex GD) which accelerator and push ahead with a continuous string saw Grizzly Company push North to within 40kms of of company level exercises. the Russian border. The company spent five days self- sufficient conducting dismounted patrolling in the The first of these exercises was Ex GRIZZLY Aluksne Training Area. Both the Slovakian and the NIGHTMARE (Ex GN) which focused on night ops Spanish sections attached to 7 and 8 Platoons joined and SOP development at the section and platoon level. in the exercise to further bolster the cross training Each platoon had a foreign eFP section attached so as development. The rifle platoons of Grizzly Company to achieve the eFP BGs mandate of “two flag” events. conducted dismounted reconnaissance patrols in 7 Platoon was attached a section of Slovakians, 8 the extremely swampy confines of the training area. Platoon a section of Spanish and 9 Platoon a section of Opposing Force (OPFOR) was played by Grizzly Italian soldiers for the week long exercise. The Grizzly Company HQ pers, fresh from their dry tents on the Company rifle platoons flipped their sleeping hours opposite side of the training area. to operate on a “vampire schedule”. Ex GN concluded 37 Ex GRIZZLY GUNCAMP followed, and had platoons plan and run a week long small arms gun-camp working on the fundamentals of shooting, moving and communicating in the coastal town of Ventspils. The work that all of the platoons put in to pull off this event contributed to a much appreciated break by all members involved. The company was supported by CAF cooks out of a Mobile Kitchen Trailer, providing some much needed Canadian down home cooking.
The final exercise conducted was Ex URBAN STEELE (Ex US), and as the name implies, was an urban warfare centered concentration. One Italian led stand saw platoons conducting room clearing drills throughout a sea-can village using simunnition rounds against an enemy force. As the soldiers hit their training gateways, they were led to the final week where all platoons of eFP BG nations cycled through a live 360 degree urban ops range. This included a live-fire section range where soldiers cleared through a village consisting of multiple buildings and conducted pairs movement through a live “kill house”.
After the urban ops training, Grizzly Company held its own soldiering skills competition. Sections throughout Grizzly Company worked together throughout a ruck march peppered with stands along the route. Some of the challenges included a KIM’s game memory test, competition shoots, and challenges designed to exercise the individual skills and improving field-craft. The finish line was a welcome sight for the soldiers of Grizzly Company, as it not only marked the end of a grueling competition, but also had a barbeque and beer waiting for their return. Grizzly Company handed over their Latvian AO to 2 RCR out of Oromocto, NB for Roto 14 between June and July of 2020.
As part of Ex Urban Steele, C Coy soldiers rehearsed TTPs and SOPs for operating in an urban environment. Here a soldier is using sim-unition against a live OPFOR under the instruction of soldiers from the Italian “Lupi” Company. Photo Source Unknown. 38 Op IMPACT Article courtesy of: Maj A.K. Richardson, ITCU S3
Operation IMPACT (Op IMPACT) is part of Canada’s commitment to stabilizing the Middle East, specifically focused on Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq, with a headquarters and support hub in Kuwait. In Fall of 2019, 1 PPCLI was designated the Lead Mounting Unit for the 2020 rotations of Op IMPACT Training and Coordination Unit (ITCU), a headquarters responsible for national command and supporting Iraq, as well as the Canadian Training and Advisory Team – Jordan (CTAT-J), and several staff augmentees to Joint Task Force-IMPACT (JTF-I) Headquarters in Kuwait. They started deploying between December 2019 and February of 2020.
ITCU HQ was responsible for the provision of national support to all Canadian elements in Iraq working for NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) and Operation Inherent Resolve (OIR), to include the NMI Tactical Aviation Detachment, NMI Force Protection Company, Canadian staff embeds in NMI HQ, as well as Canadian staff embeds in OIR itself. It was also in direct command of three training sub-units; the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training Team (EODTT) at the engineer training complex in Besmaya, Iraq, the al-Taqqadum Training Team (TQTT) delivering the Wide Area Security Force training package to Iraqi Ministry of Interior units in al-Taqqadum, Iraq, and the Route Clearance Package Training Team working out of Taji, Iraq.
January 2020 was an interesting time in the Middle East, to say the least. The ITCU deployment date was put on hold after the drone strike that killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, and Iran’s subsequent response with Tactical Ballistic Missiles. This escalation of force led to a hasty withdrawal of many Canadians out of Iraq and put a hold on all training. The ITCU Relief-in-Place occurred between January and February 2020, with ITCU
The core team of ITCU HQ personnel that managed the retrograde of all Canadian equipment and most Canadian personnel out of Iraq in April 2020. Photo courtesy of Maj Richardson. 39 The largest concentration of Canadians in Iraq was at Camp Taji, located just northwest of Baghdad. Pictured here is the NATO Mission Iraq Tactical Aviation Detachment (NMI TAD), comprised mostly of members from 408 Sqn, the Explosive Threat Training Teams (ET3) comprised of soldiers primarily from 1 CER, and ITCU HQ based off of 1 PPCLI’s command team. Photo taken March 11th, 2020, courtesy of JTF-I Public Affairs.
Roto 3’s main effort being with re-establishing conditions to bring Canadian Training Teams back into Iraq and re-commence assisting our partner nations with their fight against ISIS. Between January and March 2020, ITCU coordinated the logistics support to enable the return to theatre of the NMI Force Protection Company, and the EODTT, TQTT, and RCPTTs.
February and early March saw the movement of a significant amount of equipment and essential personnel into and throughout the ITCU AO (Iraq). During this time, ITCU managed to complete the closeout of one Canadian Training Team from the Qayarrah West Army Base, moving its equipment to both the al-Taqqadum air base and the Erbil Air Base. Meanwhile in Taji, the Engineer Training Team leaders were starting to engage their US, British, and Iraqi partners to set the conditions to resume training as soon as possible. In al- Taqaddum, the US forces in charge of the training program announced that the Iraqi school had met all the requirements to continue on without their coalition advisors, and that mission was shut down. After several weeks of preparations and confirmatory briefs, ITCU was finally green-lit to bring the engineer training teams into Iraq, and they started their movement into Iraq on 9 March 2020.
However, things in the Middle East, and Iraq specifically, rapidly destabilized in March of 2020; after the Iraqi Prime Minister stepped down, Parliament went through several unsuccessful attempts to appoint an interim. This political turmoil gave more freedom of manoeuvre to Iran’s proxy forces in the AO, leading to increased violence against coalition forces. The Taji Military Complex (TMC), housing the greatest concentration of Canadians in Iraq, was targeted with extremely accurate volleys of 107mm rockets from Improvised Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (I-MLRS). Between March 11th and 13th, TMC was hit with 55 rockets in two separate volleys, causing the deaths of three coalition soldiers and seriously injuring myriad more. The US stepped up both its offensive action and its retrograde timeline, closing bases on shorter notice than normal. Unfolding in the background of all of this was the global COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the closure of all Iraqi Army schools in the nation for an indeterminate period of time. Due to the instability, increasing threat to forces, and the lack of a defined time to restart training with the Iraqi Army, the decision was made to withdraw all Canadian personnel and equipment (less elements of our NATO contributions and two embeds with the US Forces in the north) out of Iraq. Between March 24th and April 13th 2020, ITCU HQ managed the withdrawal of all troops and 106 aircraft pallets of priority Canadian equipment out of Iraq, equating to over 600, 000lbs and nearly $10 million before finally pulling itself out of theatre on 13 Apr 2020 to complete the retrograde administration at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. ITCU HQ redeployed to Canada in May.
On paper, ITCU was not able to achieve its mandate of providing direct support to Canadian Training Team efforts in Iraq, because no training teams ever ended up in theatre long enough to train their Iraqi Army counterparts. However, a testament to the flexibility of ITCU and JTF-I, they were able to shift quickly from a rapid buildup of forces, into a hasty but effective withdrawal of all Canadian personnel and equipment. Although short-lived, ITCU Roto 3’s efforts undoubtedly made an impact.
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1 PPCLI Reconnaissance Platoon Article courtesy of: Cpl T. Motiuk In mid-January 2020, eight members of reconnaissance platoon deployed to support the First Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry’s (1 PPCLI) contribution to Operation REASSURANCE, Latvia, under the call sign 62. 62 hit the ground running, starting with zeroing all weapon systems and getting used to working as a cohesive Intelligence Surveillance Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) platoon alongside members of the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) (LDSH(RC)), and four snipers from 1 PPCLI. Within weeks of arriving in theater, 62 participated in a small patrol competition paired with eight members of the Spanish reconnaissance and sniper platoon. Following the competition, the section began focusing and preparing for Ex STEELE QUENCH, and Ex CRYSTAL ARROW, the certification exercise for the deployment.
Ex CRYSTAL ARROW involves two large formations going head-to-head, similar to Ex MAPLE RESOLVE in Canada. The entire Enhanced Force Protection Battle Group (eFPBG) went against the local Latvian Brigade in a large war game. During the exercise, 62 occupied several observation posts (OPs) which greatly increased the Battle Group Commander’s situational awareness on enemy activity. After several long days and nights in OPs throughout the training area, 62 was tasked with conducting a long-range dismounted patrol behind the enemy lines. This patrol was extraordinarily successful and demonstrated the potential of dismounted reconnaissance. After Exercise CRYSTAL ARROW, 62 participated in Exercise STEELE BRAWLER acting as the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) for the battle group. During the two-day exercise, 62 worked all hours probing and disrupting enemy positions to ensure that the Battle Group elements were conducting their drills properly and following their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
The second half of the tour consisted of Ex STEELE ANVIL, STEELE CRESCENDO, and Ex STEELE TRIGGER. Ex STEELE ANVIL was a much smaller and more condensed version of Ex CRYSTAL ARROW and used the other nations of the eFP BG as OPFOR. Once again, 62 was called upon to conduct several dismounted patrols to find and understand enemy positions which allowed larger elements of the Battle Group to accomplish their objectives quickly and efficiently.
Following Ex STEELE ANVIL, 62 was involved in the planning and setup of Ex STEELE CRESCENDO, a series of multi-national ranges. During this exercise, the members of 62 acted as range staff and had the chance to use the other nation’s sniper weapons and equipment.
The final exercise of the deployment was Ex STEELE TRIGGER. This week long gun camp took place near the coastal town of Ventsapills and was a much-needed break, not only for 62, but the entire battlegroup. Members participated in small arms ranges and, following the range, they were able to go to the beach and finally relax after a long tour.
The end of the tour gave 62 the opportunity to look back on what it had achieved. Our biggest take-away was the relationships we had built during our time in Camp ADAZI with our allied nations. We learned a lot from them and we hope to work with them again.
Cpl Cochrane taking up a final firing position during Exercise Steele Sniper. He was demonstrating to the candidates the proper use of depth and several different improvised shooting positions. This boosted their knowledge and gave them to have a good chance of 41 passing there stalk in the afternoon. Photo taken June 3rd, 2020 courtesy of MCpl Ellis 1 PPCLI Sniper detachment commander. 1 PPCLI Sniper Detachment Article courtesy of: MCpl R.C. Deveau
MCpl Ellis, MCpl Young-Wood, Cpl Cochrane, MCpl Deveau and multi-national candidates taking a photo with their trophies at the end of Exercise Steele Sniper. The exercise was comprised of three detachments from Spain, Slovakia, and Latvia. Two Snipers from Italy who took lead of the sniper group. Several members from the Canadian reconnaissance section acted as enemy force and aided in range set up. Photo taken June 5th, 2020 courtesy of Capt. Clackson.
Our Sniper detachment deployed on Op REASSURANCE in 2020 as part of the multinational Battlegroup’s sniper capability. Based out of Camp ADAZI, a military base in Latvia, our first challenge was to locate all sniper teams, assess their capabilities and assist in the training. Only one problem, we didn’t speak Latvian nor them fluent English.
After several confusing hours spent with multiple translators and GoogleT ranslate in overdrive, we managed to create an image of the sniper capability. Most nations were only qualified as designated marksman (DM) and the Slovakian DMs had zero night capability. We had a long way to go before reaching our intended readiness state, but we remained optimistic that we could accomplish our objectives.
Master Corporal Ellis, our sniper detachment commander, spent days planning complex sniper ranges including several beginner-level stalks to accustom them to Canadian style sniper training. It didn't take long to see the difference in skill levels between nations. We quickly realized that the Italian snipers were highly skilled in their craft and had similar training to ours. Our detachment built a very strong bond with theirs and relied heavily on them to share the workload of training the other members of this diverse Sniper Group. They focused their training on CQB (Close Quarter Battle) and gunfighter skills. We focused on our specialty, the stalking of enemy positions, and the destruction of equipment/personnel at extended ranges.
Throughout the tour we participated in several exercises as part of Information, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) platoon. We mostly covered gaps in reconnaissance screens and provided over- watch on multiple objectives. We always worked in close relation with the reconnaissance section from 1 PPCLI led by Sergeant Greeley. On one notable exercise we patrolled deep behind enemy lines and provided over-watch for his section enabling them to cover multiple key avenues of approach and call effective fire in, destroying multiple enemy combatants. We received personal thanks from the commanding officer, Colonel Angel LdSH (RC), who was pleased with the reduced casualties and ease of his attack. The detachment, and our Italian counter parts, were also key players on Ex IRON SPEAR, a week long Armoured Fighting Vehicle skills competition. Tasked as observers to score fall of shot and the impact on targets, we enabled the relay of target hits to flow without needing to stop and check, maintaining viewer excitement and interest.
As we were nearing the end of our tour, Master Corporal Ellis felt that we needed to create a sniper concentration that would summarize the deployment and test all of the skills we had learned throughout. After weeks of planning and support from the chain of command we created Ex STEELE SNIPER; a week long exercise with live-fire ranges, live and dry stalks, and a day-long exercise with full battle procedure culminating with a live-fire engagement of multiple targets in a large objective area. It was a fantastic week and an excellent way to say farewell to our new friends in Camp ADAZI. 42 Administration Company Article courtesy of: Capt W.C. Hawes
First line support in a COVID-19 environment.
While many of the usual aspects of life for residents of Edmonton have been reduced and restricted in order to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 in Alberta, the story is different for the soldiers of 1 PPCLI. Training gateways must still be met, IRU readiness must be maintained and planning for Ex MAPLE RESOLVE must go on!
As the last unit in 1 CMBG to head to Wainwright for training in late-November, 1 PPCLI had a list of requirements to meet as part of the ‘build’ phase of the CA’s new readiness plan established in early 2020. Maint Pl sent nine technicians to support the deployed fleet, to include a MRT and MRV for both B and C Coys for Exercise PATRICIA STRIKE.
Planning the exercise had its challenges, with most concerns surrounded maintaining section cohorts in ways that they did not permit COVID transmission between sections (an immediate problem for a maintainers who need to interact with soldiers and their equipment to conduct repairs). As such, social distancing, mask wearing, daily medical examinations and contact tracing were the first line of defence against a COVID-19 outbreak while in the Wainwright training area.
Occasionally, maintainers working in the field use LPO as stopgap solutions to a minor issues. Whether it’s ordering a few litres of POL, or fuses for the HLVW, the town of Wainwright’s industrial center and vehicle repair shops offer solutions to many problems. Unfortunately, this was not how the Bn’s fall exercise would be supported for 2020, as strict restrictions to leaving the base, and especially entering Wainwright, were in place. To remedy these limitations, rear party crews were available 24/7 to procure parts, POL and tooling in order to ensure it was delivered within 24 hours. While a substantial amount of manpower was deployed to Wainwright,to include the majority of the LAV 6.0 fleet, what is a maintenance organization to accomplish back in garrison? The short answer is, everything else. While a couple of TAPVs went to the field, the grounded ones remaining in Edmonton were programmed into the production schedule to be returned to service. Apart from A-vehs, a plethora of LS, LU and HL VWs that previously had no opportunity to occupy a maintenance bay came into the limelight. Just in time too, as the next bound of PCF training would require a large number of TAPVs and B-veh fleet to be successful.
LAV repair Maint Pl technicians finish up and inspection and repair of a LAV 6.0, including a lesson to junior OJT craftsmen. 43 ITCU HQ and Attachments, Taji Iraq 11 Mar 2020.
ITCU HQ Taji Iraq. Mar/Apr 2020.
MCpl Greene receiving Commander NMI Commendation for his performance during Op IMPACT Roto 3, 15 Nov 2020, Union III, Baghdad, Iraq, MWO A. DeBartok (photographer). Some of the last remnants of ITCU in Iraq, Maj Richardson (S3/Ops O 1 PPCLI), Capt Castein (S4/QM 1 PPCLI), WO Tulabing (S3 Moves/Pl WO, A Coy 1VP) and Capt McLaughlin (S6/Sig O 1 PPCLI) pose in front of the Camp Taji sign on their last day in Iraq, 13 April 2020. Photo courtesy of Maj Richardson. 44 Alpha Company, Iraq
45 Bravo Company Headquarters
Bravo Company, 4 Platoon
46 Bravo Company, 5 Platoon
Bravo Company, 6 Platoon
47 Charlie Company Headquarters
Charlie Company, 7 Platoon
48 Charlie Company, 8 Platoon
Charlie Company, 9 Platoon
49 Combat Support Company Headquarters
Combat Support Company, Sigs Platoon
50 Combat Support Company, Recce Platoon
Combat Support Company, Snipers Platoon
51 Admin Company Headquarters
Admin Company, Transport Platoon
52 Admin Company, Maintenance Platoon
Admin Company, QM Platoon
53 Image Property of the PPCLI Museum and Archives.
Illustration by Dr. Matt Barrett. Patricia's at Vimy Ridge, 1917.
54 2 PPCLI Article courtesy of: Capt M.A. Loney Though difficult given the current operating climate, 2 PPCLI as a whole undertook every precaution to enable the continued training of our soldiers throughout the summer of 2020. This saw the decentralized completion of a number of Infantry Battle Task Standard (IBTS) ranges as well as Primary Combat Function courses, ensuring that readiness was maintained to the highest standards possible despite restrictions due to the pandemic.
Reconnaissance Platoon, led by Captain Jordan Said and Sergeant Dave Valentine, had their IBTS qualifications captured through an intensive escape and evasion exercise that ran over multiple days. Soldiers were transported into the Shilo Training Area having no awareness of their drop-off point. Using only map and compass, they were tasked to avoid detection and navigate to multiple link-up points under specific timings to achieve their mission. Naturally, staff were not able to capture those who were fleeing, and the exercise received praise from all involved. Not to be outdone, Alpha Company conducted comprehensive live Close-Quarter Battle training. Led by their platoon commanders, soldiers cleared multi-room structures with near 360˚ arcs constructed with the support of the unit’s Field Support Training staff. This included shotgun breaching, four-person stacks, and Quick-Aim Shooting drills once soldiers exited the structures.
Bravo Company approached the summer and fall with the aim of improving gunnery skills in preparation for collective training. Running subsequent LAV 6.0 Turret Operator and Crew Commander courses, the company saw the sustainable growth and development of its junior leadership and their proficiency in operating their primary weapon systems. Charlie Company, outside of its normal IBTS mandate, conducted the execution of section level initiation and break contact drills, focusing on the physical training and skills required that are highly perishable without live practice. This was in conjunction with their emerging mastery of their TAP-V training as they continually integrate it into their platoons.
Administration Company throughout 2 PPCLI’s intensive summer never failed to support every aspect of training. Maintenance Platoon worked tirelessly to mitigate VOR rates and keep them at the lowest levels, facilitating the unit’s demands to continue its increasing tempo toward the fall. Regardless of the request, the company’s steadfast dedication as a whole ensured the high standard of training carried out by the unit, all while achieving their own IBTS requirements. 2 PPCLI remains a readied unit regardless of the environment, and all soldiers eagerly complete their tasks awaiting their next assignment.
LAV 6.0 Turret Operator course, MCpl MacRae.
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Article courtesy of: Lt S.S. Bajwa
Alpha Company deployed to Ghost River, Alberta for their fiscal qualification in Winter Warfare. Company Commander, Major C.J. Gray, issued orders to his Platoon Commanders with the intent of completing an intensive 20km dismounted trace through the Canadian Rocky Mountains in the heart of winter. Just days prior, the coldest place on planet Earth was that very same region. Platoons traversed challenging terrain, with extreme variations in elevation, resupplying daily at designated drop points, all while trialling exclusive winter specialized kit. Second Lieutenants from Saint-Cyr, France joined 2 PPCLI, exposing them to the challenges of the Canadian austere environment. The photo was taken at the first access point to Ghost River, since the start of the trace. The days following the exercise, members of Alpha Company had the opportunity to learn avalanche awareness techniques when cross-country skiing and/or ice climbing frozen waterfalls. Thank you to the staff at Rocky Mountain Cadet Training Centre.
Staggered sections from 2 Platoon work their way down Battalion Colours flown by 3 Platoon as they approach from the summit. the final objective at Ghost River.
Alpha Company with Attaché from France.
56 Alpha Company – Ex STEELE BEASTS Article courtesy of: Lt W.G. Sutton
Members of A Company 2 PPCLI and the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadian) traveled to Fort Hood, Texas to participate in Ex STEELE BEASTS 20. Training took place from 22 Feb 20 – 1 Mar 20 involving five Officers and 15 crews from A Coy forming a square combat team with the LdSH (RC), conducting operations in the US Army Close Combat Tactical Trainer (CCTT), a state of the art virtual battle system. The CCTT was designed to train Armoured and Mechanized Infantry Soldiers in manoeuvre elements ranging in size from platoon to battalion. The crews operated modules replicating the M2A2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle and the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) which involved learning how to use the foreign systems. Missions consisted of several advance-to-contact and delay operations against an AI controlled near-peer enemy force and culminated with a force on force between A Coy and LdSH (RC). Many of the crew members were newly qualified, and this exercise served as an excellent learning opportunity and introduction to combat team level operations. This exercise also served as an opportunity for A Coy to increase interoperability with LdSH (RC) and meet our comrades from the 3rd Cavalry Regiment (US).
Officers from LdSH (RC) and A Coy 2 PPCLI receive orders before conducting their first advance to contact in the simulator. Op UNIFIER Rotation 9 – Combined Arms Training Group Article courtesy of: Capt C. Glover The ties between PPCLI and the UK regiment, The Rifles,as allied regiments are strong. During Op UNIFIER Rotation 9, PPCLI soldiers from the 2nd and 3rd Battalion in the Combined Arms Training Group (CATG) had the opportunity to work alongside soldiers from The Rifles who deployed as part of Operation ORBITAL, the British Armed Forces training mission to Ukraine. Together, they supported Combat Training Centre – Yavoriv (CTC-Y) on Exercise RAPID TRIDENT (Ex RT), a Ukrainian organized, multinational brigade level field and computer assisted training exercise.
A combined advisor group from CATG and Op ORBITAL provided both mentorship and direct training to the Security Forces of Ukraine which included the Armed Forces Ukraine Military Police, the National Guard and Border Guards. Although they provided advice and mentorship throughout, the highlight of the exercise for the soldiers of The Rifles and PPCLI were during the first three days at sub-unit directed training stands for reacting to enemy fire, breaking contact, and cordon and search. Building on the strong historical bond and professionalism of The Rifles and PPCLI, the advisors worked well together to improve the technical and tactical proficiency of the Security Forces of Ukraine.
57 17 September 2020, Capt Glover issuing a Fragmentary Order for a cordon and search mission to the Ukrainian Border Guard team leader.
19 September 2020, Sgt Pongracz conducts lesson on building search with member of the National Guard of Ukraine.
17 September 2020, Capt Glover demonstrating a Rehearsal of Concept drill over a map model for the Ukrainian Border Guard unit at a cordon and search training stand.
21 September 2020, Combined Arms Rehearsal 17 September 2020, cordon and search training stand with members of the with Capt Upton and Capt Glover. Ukrainian Border Guard. From left to right, Capt Lowein, MCpl Elms, Sgt Girrone, Sgt Pongracz, Capt Upton, WO Girard, and Capt Glover.
18 September 2020, MCpl Appleby (right) and 19 September 2020, MCpl Drover-Fortin (centre) and Sgt Doyle (left) Cpl Duffy (left) observing a section of National discussing and comparing section level tactics with the Commanding Guard of Ukraine performing break contact Officer of the Ukrainian Border Guard unit being trained at the reacting drill. 58 to enemy fire and breaking contact training stand. 17 September 2020, MCpl Appleby completing an AAR with a section of National Guard of Ukraine at the reacting to enemy fire and breaking contact training stand.
18 September 2020, upon completion of cordon and search training stand with the Ukrainian Border Guard. From left to right, Sgt Pongracz, Capt Glover, Capt Upton, Capt Lowein, WO Girard, MCpl Elms, and Sgt Gironne.
19 September 2020, members of the Ukrainian Border Guard after completing react to enemy fire/break contact training. From left to right, WO Finkbeiner, Sgt Doyle, MCpl Drover-Fortin, and MCpl Appleby.
17 September 2020, Capt Glover instructing the theoretical concepts for cordon and search to a Ukrainian Border Guard unit. 59 Charlie Company – Ex KAPYONG READINESS and KAPYONG SPADE Article courtesy of: Capt Hodgkinson Exercise KAPYONG READINESS (Ex KR) and Ex KAPYONG SPADE (Ex KS) were conducted by 2 PPCLI and ran consecutively from 21 September – 08 October 2020. The exercises were conducted in the CFB Shilo Training Area and saw the Battalion deploy in a dispersed posture to achieve several Individual Battle Task Standard (IBTS) and collective training (CT) gateways while respecting COVID-19 force protection health measures, setting the conditions for further CT in the spring of 2021.
Ex KR (21 – 25 September 2020) focused on the completion of IBTS and CT gateways up to level 2 (section) dismounted live fire. Due to the challenges presented by the ongoing pandemic, companies were afforded the freedom of manoeuvre to plan and execute completely decentralized training to achieve the necessary gateways and to conduct targeted refresher training. Throughout the week, by day and by night, rifle companies executed a variety of conventional and field firing ranges with small arms, grenades, A LAV 6.0 gunner scans for targets during a level 3 live-fire range. and rockets and conducted dry training with a focus on crew gunnery and patrolling. Platoons also used this time to develop and confirm Standard Operating Procedures at the section and platoon level.
Members of 3 Platoon dismount their LAV 6.0 during the assault on the objective.
60 LAV 6.0s staged to begin night shoots on the level 3 mechanized live-fire range. Ex KS commenced on 26 September 2020 with a LAV 6.0 Gun Camp run by Combat Support Company, allowing each company to confirm the readiness of their LAV 6.0 crews and vehicles for the training to follow. Dispersed throughout the training area, companies began to put their recently rehearsed skills to the test on level 2 mechanized ranges, with each company responsible for running their own range. C Company then ran all 2 PPCLI rifle platoons through a level 3 mechanized range by day and night. Set in a level 4 (company) context, the range was straightforward while challenging, and afforded some platoons the opportunity to execute multiple daytime iterations to build muscle memory. Concurrently, platoons conducted a variety of dry training that ranged from reconnaissance patrols, navigation, and movement cross country to siting and occupying defensive positions. A Company then conducted the level 3 dismounted range for the entire battalion. Templated to be a 360 degree range, platoons had multiple options to insert, approach and assault the objective; across all nine platoons, no two approaches were the same. Ex KS culminated with each company conducting distinct and challenging level 4 dry training. C Company conducted deliberate battle procedure and executed a mechanized insert, dismounted infiltration and raid, and a fighting withdrawal to complete the exercise. Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19, each company achieved the training aims and confidently reaffirmed our readiness to“fight tonight”.
C Coy Prepping for Lvl 3 Mech Ex Kapyong Spade 2020.
C Coy 2 PPCLI Ex Kapyong Spade 2020.
61 Combat Support Company Article courtesy of: Capt D. Bowen and Company Quartermaster Sgt D. Rose
2 PPCLI conducted this year’s Basic Sniper Course on behalf of 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group (1 CMBG) at 17 Wing, Detachment Dundurn (CFD Dundurn) from 4 August to 16 October 2020. The conduct of this course faced significant challenges due-to the COVID-19 pandemic, necessitating the isolation of the course to CFD Dundurn for the duration. The course consisted of candidates from both 2 and 3 PPCLI, with the course staff being drawn from all three Patricia Battalions. During late spring into early summer the Sniper Groups conducted pre-screening and pre-course selections paring the candidate pool to 13, with the majority from 2 PPCLI. On completion of the pre-course formalities the candidates traveled to CFD Dundurn marrying up with the course staff to commence training.
64E on the FTX preparing to conduct a counter-Recce task, by WO Rose.
The Basic Sniper Course has been conducted at CFD Dundurn, located 40km from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, for the past decade. Dundurn is a small base well-suited to dismounted Infantry training largely due to its isolation and typical Canadian Prairie terrain. The Basic Sniper Course develops the basic skill-sets necessary for a Sniper to conduct operations either independently or as a member of a team. It is intended for experienced Reconnaissance Patrolmen and expands on Basic Reconnaissance skills, with a great deal of marksmanship and a focus on field-craft. There is some classroom instruction but the majority of the course is conducted in the field, focusing on practical exercises, including determining distance (DD), observation, marksmanship and stalking. The course is extremely challenging, and the candidates often find themselves riding a roller-coaster of success and failure, identifying to themselves and the cadre their strengths and weaknesses. Throughout, the Instructors draw on their considerable experience and sniping ability in delivering detailed After Action Reviews (AARs). This, paired with the considerable devotion to the skill shown by the instructors in imparting their wealth of knowledge to the course,ultimately set the candidates up for success. In order for a candidate to successfully achieve this qualification they must demonstrate an extremely high level of marksmanship and proficiency at field-craft.
62 The course staff deployed to CFD Dundurn in late July to prepare for the course, standardizing training and conducting reconnaissance of locations for training events – the commencement of the course was slightly delayed due to the pandemic.Once the candidates arrived they began theoretical classes, and by the end of the week had begun practices in DD, Observation and Concealment. Range work with the venerable C3A1 Sniper Training Rifle (STR) began in the second week, improving the candidate’s marksmanship as well as introducing them to Spotting, Sniper communication and operating in Sniper Teams. Those candidates who successfully passed the core assessments were able to progress to assessed stalks. Stalking is the ultimate assessment of a candidate’s ability to operate as a Sniper, combining all the skills thus far covered. Stalks consist of the candidates individually locating an OP manned by two experienced Master Snipers, stalking to within 300m without being observed, occupying a concealed fire position and successfully engaging a target with a live round. As this serial was conducted later in the season than normal, the training area quickly transitioned from thick green foliage at the beginning of the assessed stalks to a barren, brown landscape by the end, forcing the candidates to put into practice everything about field-craft they had been taught. Nine of twelve remaining candidates successfully passed stalking, which given the conditions, is demonstrative of the quality of instruction and the level of proficiency the candidates attained.
Post-stalk, the remaining candidates progressed to the operational weapons, the C14 Medium Range Sniper Weapon (MRSW), and the C15 Long Range Sniper Weapon (LRSW). In preparation for the field training exercise (FTX) and transition to employment in Sniper Groups they conducted live team stalks with the C14 and an instructor-led Detachment Material Neutralization Mission using the C15 LRSW. The final phase of the course was a 4 day FTX, which saw the candidate Sniper Teams receiving orders for deployment into a conventional warfare scenario. The exercise began with occupation of Observation Posts (OP), moving into the conduct and defence of a partisan link-up leading into Escape and Evasion. They then conducted a Counter-Sniper operation in defence of a Bn Command Post, the clearing of a Recce Screen, and culminating in supporting a Combat Team (Cbt Tm) attack on an objective, all of which were conducted live. The FTX confirmed the skills they had learnt both through Basic Sniper and their experience as Recce Patrolmen. Ultimately nine candidates successfully graduated and returned to their battalions, immediately joining their Sniper Groups in continuation training. Patricia Snipers have an outstanding reputation earned in multiple, hard-fought conflicts, this newest generation of Snipers has been well-prepared to join them.
63 Administration Company Article courtesy of: Capt P. Jones
The Army Reserve has a proud history of augmenting the Regular Force on exercises and operations; the 2020 training year was no different. This year, 38 Canadian Brigade Group commenced a new reserve integration initiative; BISON ASCENSION. The intent was to provide individual augmenters to the Regular Force units in 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group throughout the 2020-2021 training cycle. The Second Battalion has since received 10 such members from their neighbouring reserve units including The Royal Winnipeg Rifles (R Wpg Rif), The Lake Superior Scottish Regiment (Lake Sup Scot R), The North Saskatchewan Regiment (N Sask R), and The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada (Camerons of C).These members arrived to the Battalion in September, 2020, and will remain to complete Ex MAPLE RESOLVE in April through June 2021. Additional members were sent to other units within the Brigade, in particular to support Mission Tasks such as Direct Fire Support at the Third Battalion. This initiative provided many of the younger reservists with their first exposure to mechanized operations and were quickly familiarized with the Battalion’s Light Armoured Vehicles (LAV). The Battalion also greatly benefited from the initiative by filling key vacancies created due to soldiers being away on operations, courses, and other tasks. Many also received specialized training, becoming qualified as LAV drivers or Turret Operators, allowing the individuals to better support their assigned platoons and companies on the upcoming Exercise MAPLE RESOLVE. They will also bring these skill sets back to their parent regiments, sharing lessons learned and increasing the overall knowledge of their fellow soldiers in the Army Reserve. While the majority of the augmenters filled out sections, being employed as Riflemen and Light Machine Gunners, several also took on leadership responsibilities such as Weapons Detachment Commander or Second in Command of a Section. As the Regiment prepares once again for high readiness, these individual augmenters will no doubtfully key role sin supporting future deployments around the globe and can seamlessly return to the Battalion when the need arises. Additionally, many have submitted their requests for component transfer, hoping to join the Regiment amongst countless others who have made the move from the Army Reserve in their aspiration to serve Canada full time.
The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada: MCpl D.M. Juneau, Weapons Det Commander, 7 Pl, C Coy Cpl B.R. Wallace, Light Machine Gunner, 9 Pl, C Coy Cpl E.R.F. Goodmansson, Light Machine Gunner, 7 Pl, C Coy Cpl M.P. Monster, Light Machine Gunner, 7 Pl, C Coy Pte A. Kim, Light Machine Gunner, 7 Pl, C Coy Pte K.C. McGregor, Rifleman, 9 Pl, C Coy The Royal Winnipeg Rifles: Cpl G.J. Roman, Section Second in Command, 7 Pl, C Coy Cpl M.R. Williams, LAV Gunner, 7 Pl, C Coy The North Saskatchewan Regiment: Capt P.E. Jones, Second in Command, Admin Coy The Lake Superior Scottish Regiment: Pte B.W. Silvaggio, Rifleman, 6 Pl, B Coy
64 Op LASER
Article courtesy of: Capt M.A. Loney
As 2 PPCLI was preparing for Christmas leave – one of a different type than usual, but Christmas leave nonetheless – word was passed that CO 2 PPCLI and his Tac were deploying as a part of Op LASER 20-01 to Shamattawa, MB, to conduct a reconnaissance due to a COVID outbreak and a possible request for assistance. Their reconnaissance yielded the requirement for a platoon-sized Multi-Purpose Medical Assistance Team (MMAT) element to assist the First Nations community, and Alpha Company was called to the front. Led by Maj Caleb Gray and Sergeant-Major Jayson Kapitaniuk, 40 personnel deployed to Shamattawa, MB on 12 December 2020.
The recce party shifted to Red Sucker Lake, another MB First Nations community suffering from an outbreak, where LCol Reekie and CWO Perry called upon a team of a similar composition from Bravo Company. Maj Jeff Chupik and WO Troy McEachern led the way, deploying 35 soldiers on 17 December 2020.
Both communities had similar requirements, and their immediate need was that of real-life support. Medical teams from 1 Field Ambulance in Edmonton were attached to each of the 2 PPCLI units, bolstering the capacity
A Coy 2 PPCLI Shamawatta FN, Op LASER 2020.
B Coy Red Sucker Lake Op LASER 2020. 65 CO RSM Presentation to Shamawatta FN Op LASER 2020. not only of the infanteers, but the local nursing stations as well. The primary tasks of the Patricias were to establish multiple Alternative Isolation Accommodations (AIAs) to protect vulnerable sectors that had not tested positive, and to isolate those who had. Other tasks including the cutting and distribution of firewood, the packing and delivering of groceries, and ensuring each home had sufficient amounts of clean water.
The most effective tasks, no-doubt with the most credit being given to the 1 Field Ambulance attachments, was door-to-door wellness visitations and swab testing. This enabled the communities to isolate in their homes while maintaining a substantial testing capacity. The morale checks also reaffirmed with the local population that the CAF was committed to supporting their welfare, and would do all in its power to protect our brethren to the north. By the end of the deployment, swab teams had conducted over 300 tests, and had visited every home in each community.
The support of those in Shilo is also owed appreciation, who donated over 500 gifts for the children of the north. Christmas Eve saw the delivery of these gifts, and Santa Claus was kind enough to make an appearance in Red Sucker Lake. He even went on local TV to wish all the children a Merry Christmas, and despite the difficult times, how lucky the CAF was to help those within our own borders. We won’t tell the kids, but Santa Claus bore a striking resemblance to Sgt Brad Furlotte, whose commitment to the cause will likely see him receiving a call from some Hollywood agents for some Christmas movies next season. Padre Walton from Base Shilo was also kind enough to fly up for a short time over the holidays, delivering a very well-received Christmas sermon to the community.
As both are fly-in communities, appreciation also goes to the RCAF, specifically Air Detachment LASER WEST, who sustained our soldiers throughout the execution of all tasks. Also to Perimeter Air who was quick to respond to MEDEVAC a Priority 1 of our own.
Alpha Company redeployed its last troops on 31 December 2020, and Bravo Company 6 January 2021. For many, it was the second Christmas spent away from home in as many years after Op REASSURANCE, Roto 12. If you ask any of the troops on the ground however, their answer would unanimously be the same: there is no place we would rather be than helping Canadians, and despite being away from home, there is no better way to spend a Christmas. 66 Image Property of the PPCLI Museum and Archives. Illustration by Dr.Matt Barrett. Patricia's at Kapyong, 1951. 67 3 PPCLI Alpha (Parachute) Company
Article courtesy of: Capt Underwood In early 2020, Alpha Company (Para Coy) remained deployed on Op IMPACT,contributing to two missions within Iraq. The majority were employed as the NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) Force Protection Company, while a platoon sized element made up the Directorate of Strategic Communications (DSC) Security Force (SECFOR) Platoon as part of Op INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR). SECFOR Pl and FORCE PRO Coy provided force protection to their parent missions,primarily through ground moves in the Baghdad area. Para Coy soldiers in both organizations safely transported NATO and DSC leadership, advisors, and staff principals to various mission critical engagements.
January saw a heightening of tensions across the region and in response, JTF-IMPACT, NMI and OIR began retrograde movements and relocation of personnel. As Sgt Roodbol prepares to stick lead his Section on the full equipment a result, SECFOR and FORCE PRO became physically night jump of Basic Para. separated. Many NMI personnel were relocated to Ali Credit:MCpl Luke Hooper. Al Salem Air Base (AASAB) in Kuwait, while SECFOR platoon remained at FOB Union III supporting DSC Post-deployment and summer leave kept the operations. During this period of uncertainty for majority of the company out of battle until late the NMI mission, paratroopers were permitted onto August. Once leave periods ended, the company was mission leave. An impromptu force was immediately ready to reorganize itself and return to core airborne formed and deployed to Bali in mid-February. This infantry training. A six week program was carved out group ensured Kuwait-based personnel could access that began with the annual parachute refresher for the Camp Canada gym, all mission leave days would be the 1 CMBG Parachute Company Group (PCG). By used, and no tattoo shop in Bali would have ink storage mid-September Para Coy organized and conducted its issues. The bulk of the company returned to Iraq in first jump since 2018. Ex PEGASUS GRAVITY, a no- early March, found itself split again between Union III, equipment insertion by day onto DZ BUXTON, was AASAB, and Camp Arifjan in early April and fully back the right way for Para Coy and the PCG to kick off in Canada by July. Despite significant uncertainty, the the fall training calendar. The following weeks were soldiers and officers of Para Coy continued to perform dedicated to section level training, with significant professionally and positively contributed to the mission input from the soldiers. Cohesion and infantry skills in face of the unknown. were the main effort, and junior leaders were left to DSC Force Pro with 3 PPCLI members of Commander NATO MISSION IRAQ Close Protection (CP) Team and French Foreign Legion Members of Brigadier General Duponts (FRA) CP Team. Credit:CPT Scott Graves, USA.
68 strengthen the company’s foundation. Weapons handling, field craft, communications and patrolling theory were just a few of the topics covered.
Paratroopers were on parade for the 20th Anniversary of the Dedication of the 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion Monument at Siffleur Falls, AB. A section sized contingent was present at the Airborne Monument, providing wreath escort and flag party duties for the parade. After a few years away, it was a great opportunity for young paratroopers to stand with some highly decorated and respected veterans, including Mr Lou Lamy – 1st Can Para.
The Airborne themed fall also delivered a Basic Parachutist course to further bolster the ranks of the PCG and the pool of paratroopers across 1 CMBG. 3 PPCLI’s Parachute Instructors qualified an additional 37 soldiers, and the first new wings were awarded to 3 PPCLI soldiers since 2018. The PCG received excellent support from 436 (T)Sqn out of 8 Wing Trenton throughout all paratroop activities.
Late October saw the company deployed to Wainwright for Ex SPARTAN RESCUE. This validation exercise included conventional and field firing ranges and focused on baseline infantry skills. Starting from individual ranges and working to jungle lanes, section attacks, and platoon live fire attacks by day and night soldiers steadily showcased their talents with the full light force rifle company arsenal. When not shooting, skill and SOP development continued in a progressive and measured training environment. With ample support from Administration Company at its satellite bivouac site, Camp PEGASUS, Para Coy enjoyed access to amenities which promoted coaching and developing from the soldier and section up. Christmas activities were…cancelled in light of the current pandemic environment. Airborne!
DSC Force Pro with the Coalition Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve (CJTF-OIR) Commanding General (CG’s) Linguist Ahmed, as well as Captain Scott Graves (USA). Range conducted at Camp Dublin near the Baghdad International Airport. Credit: CPT Scott Graves, USAF.
69 Bravo (Mountain) Company Article courtesy of: Lt W. Kirby
The year 2020 has presented Bravo (Mountain) Company with a number of challenges and opportunities, all within an unprecedented pandemic context. The COVID-19 pandemic has added a novel level of difficulty and uncertainty to member’s personal and professional lives. Accepting the further responsibility of operating in a COVID environment, Mountain Company has spent 2020 adapting to the pandemic, sending soldiers on a number of demanding courses, and working up to and conducting Ex SPARTAN RESCUE (SR). In addition, Mountain Company deployed soldiers to Egypt in support of Op CALUMET.
With assistance from Mountain Company staff, the Canadian Army Advanced Warfare Centre (CAAWC) was able to run a decentralized Complex Terrain Operator (CTO) out of Nordegg AB, through August and September. The CTO course is the intermediate level mountain operations course the Canadian Army offers, and is key in enabling Mountain Company to continue developing the mountain capability. At the end of the course, Mountain Company gained five newly qualified soldiers, as well as three additionally experienced instructors. This cadre is the vital ground of the Company’s mountain capability, advising leadership on how best to move troops and equipment throughout mountainous terrain. Fixed lines, high lines, rappels and vertical haul lines are crucial installations that CTOs are able to construct on operation.
In preparation for Ex SR, Mountain Company ran Ex ALPINE BATTLES I & II. This training consisted of a refresher of basic soldier skills in September, as well as IBTS ranges in October and throughout the opening days of Ex SR. Ex SR encompassed ranges from levels 2-4 live, progressing from pairs fire and movement to section, platoon and company, day and night. What had been planned for Mountain Company during Ex SR ended on a night section attack range on 29 October, when Cpl James Choi, a reservist from the Royal Westminster Regiment (RWR) in BC, was killed in a tragic training accident. Over the days that followed, Mountain Company amalgamated all members of the RWR attached to 3 PPCLI. Members of all ranks in the company provided a level of care and support to one another that spoke volumes to the compassion shared between soldiers of 3 PPCLI Mountain Company and the Royal Westminster Regiment. Carrying on with training in preparation for any potential Non- Combatant Evacuation Operation Candidates on the CTO course about to perform a counter-balance rappel under the watchful (NEO) and JRTC, the Company eye of Sgt. Merrell. Credit: Lt W.G.C. Kirby. completed training up to Level 4 dry. Looking out to the New Year, Mountain Company plans to deploy to JRTC in Louisiana, where they will refine and hone Light Infantry dispersed operations tactics and techniques. Additionally, the Company will continue to develop the mountain capability through participation in AMO, CTO and Basic Mountain Warfare exercises in Nordegg.
70 Charlie (LRP) Company Article courtesy of: Lt McCormick
2020 was a uniquely challenging but exceptionally rewarding year for Charlie (LRP) Company. C Coy remained on deployment to Ukraine as part of Joint Task Force Ukraine and Op UNIFIER from October of the previous year mentoring Ukrainian Armed Forces units who were soon to deploy to contested areas of Eastern Ukraine. Upon their return to the unit in the spring of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly pushed all non-essential personnel home for the next five months. In the meantime, the unit underwent a reorganization and the new C Coy chain of command worked with long-time C Coy NCOs brainstorming ideas of how to give C Coy a more specific purpose and direction. In the spring months it was decided that new direction was Long Range Patrol (LRP).
Long Range Patrol Coy is based on the philosophy of Disperse-Orient-Concentrate-Act-Disperse(DOCAD) wherein the company disperses into the section or det level to conduct operations. It allows for a greater likelihood of infiltrating undetected,however this approach requires a much greater effort from every soldier. This focus on decentralized command gives far more responsibility to every individual to completely comprehend the task. Being isolated from the main body, each soldier inherently has much more impact on decision-making, as well as the overall mission. With fewer individuals around them, members have greater reliance on each other and must be more competent in every aspect of soldiering.
With the resumption of training in September, LRP Coy ran a new Light Forces Patrol School for its members developed by 9 Platoon. It was a two-week period where LRP Coy Officers and NCOs instructed and led hands- on classes and practical-applications in the field, teaching about the fundamentals of operating in a platoon in the context of a light infantry unit. Topics included field-craft, soldier skills, patrolling, equipment operation, navigation, and battle procedure. The Coy also took this time to better develop SOPs, actions on, and practice DOCAD operations.
Shortly after the patrol school, LRP Coy deployed to Wainwright, Alberta for 3PPCLI’s Ex SPARTAN RESCUE, a 3-week gun camp intended to validate the unit up to level 4 live. The Coy completed personal weapon ranges, pairs and section level, and up to Platoon live fire attacks by day and night, followed by company dry attacks. The Coy also utilized the time and resources offered in Wainwright to run three days of close-quarters ranges involving quick-fire drills and manoeuvring around and firing through obstacles, which was developed and run by the Coy UOIs. In spare time, the platoons took advantage of a few free days opening up in the schedule where company UOIs setup and ran close-quarters ranges involving quick-fire drills and manoeuvring around and firing through obstacles. In their spare time, the platoons conducted their own dry training to maintain the momentum of the Patrol School and continue building upon and improving the knowledge and practical skills learned and reviewed there.
LRP Coy’s initiative and desire to be productive through developing and participating in the Patrol School and conducting day and night dry-training during exercise downtime, as well as the hard-work and professionalism of its soldiers, proved its worth, resulting in success during the live fire ranges. There was consensus across the ARSOs and other observers who viewed all live-fire platoon attacks the unit conducted that LRP Coy performed very well. On Members of 8 Pl conduct patrolling rehearsals as part of Ex redeployment to the unit, the company began preparing for SPARTAN RESCUE. Photo from Lt McCormick. the Joint Readiness Training Center Exercise in Louisiana, which they plan to participate in the upcoming Feb-Mar 21.
71 Reconnaissance Platoon Article courtesy of: Capt Chadwick Despite the onset of a Global Pandemic, Reconnaissance Platoon remained very busy throughout 2020. The Platoon’s activities this year consisted of deployed operations, international competitions, maintenance of critical individual training and the Battalion’s collective training requirements. In January, Corporal Glenn Martelle was selected by the Commander of 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group to assemble and train a long range patrol team to compete in Exercise UTRIA ASSAULT in Estonia. Under his direction and leadership, Corporal Martelle led the team to the finish line in 36 hours, having patrolled 118km over arduous terrain. As a result of the team’s efforts,they finished with the highest score of all three Canadian infantry regiments.
The winter months saw members from the platoon re-deploying from Operation IMAPCT after having served on a training mission for the Iraqi Security Forces (ISF). Throughout the course of this seven month deployment, Reconnaissance Platoon members served within the 3 PPCLI Combat Support Company led trainer team, providing essential infantry training to the ISF in several different locations in Iraq.
As training and day-to-day operations began to resume in the late spring, Reconnaissance Platoon planned a Basic Reconnaissance Patrolman (BRP) to maintain the Battalion’s primary combat function requirements. Concurrently, Reconnaissance Platoon saw five members deploy to Ukraine on short notice as a part of Operation UNIFIER. From July to August, Reconnaissance Platoon conducted a BRP course under strict COVID-19 Force Protection Health Protocols and saw 18 candidates successfully complete the course. Ultimately, the candidates and staff were some of the first soldiers within the brigade to conduct field training within a COVID-19 environment. Reconnaissance Platoon saw the re-deployment of its members from Ukraine in the fall. Over this four month deployment, Reconnaissance Platoon members provided guidance and mentorship for the development of reconnaissance capabilities within the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Leading into the late fall, Reconnaissance Platoon deployed to Wainwright for Ex SPARTAN RESCUE. With the majority on the Senior Non-Commissioned Officers on post-deployment leave, career courses, or taskings, the more junior soldiers within the Platoon were tested on their leadership skills during live fire training. Upon completion of the exercise, Reconnaissance Platoon continued preparations for Road to High Readiness training in the early months of the New Year. Sniper Platoon Article courtesy of: MCpl C As always, 2020 was a busy year for 3 PPCLI Sniper Platoon. Members returned from deployments in Iraq, Latvia and Ukraine, along with participating in the 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group Basic Sniper Course, and conducting joint training in the United States. 3 PPCLI snipers deployed to Ukraine as part of Operation UNIFIER, a mission in support of the development of the Ukrainian Army’s capabilities. Rotation 8 lead with a four-man team, split between two locations, mentoring soldiers in Desna and Zhytmyr. Unfortunately due to COVID-19, the Rotation 9 Sniper deployment was cut in half, however, they exploited an opportunity to create unique training opportunities for the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, who had yet to work with Canadian Snipers. Overall, the teams were able to develop the capabilities of our coalition partners and helped forge lasting international relationships.
Upon returning to work in the summer, Sniper Platoon ran a successful pre-sniper course which prepared candidates for the Basic Sniper Course conducted in Dundurn, Saskatchewan. The course taught candidates how to shoot and spot sniper weapon systems, determine distance using sniper optics, observe ground for equipment, personal camouflage and concealment, and how to stalk the enemy in a heavily observed area. Moving into the fall, Sniper Platoon sent two members on the US Marine Corps Mountain Scout Sniper Course in Bridgeport, California. The course is an advanced high-angle shooting course, which taught candidates how to operate in a mountain environment including medicine, weather, and tactical considerations for operating in these extreme environments. The 3 PPCLI candidates completed qualifications on the American M40A6 and MK 13 sniper rifles as well as the M4 carbine and M9 service pistol. Participation in this course not only further developed the skills of Sniper Platoon and enhanced the mountain capability of 3 PPCLI, but also reaffirmed the strong ties between 3 PPCLI Sniper Platoon and their counterparts at the US Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Centre. 72 Mortar Platoon Article courtesy of: Capt Mater
This year, the Mortar Platoon at 3 PPCLI officially stood-up as part of Combat Support Company. The infantry mortar platoon’s primary role is to coordinate and provide indirect fire support to the Battalion. At full strength, Mortar Platoon will consist of two groups, each outfitted with four 81mm medium mortars.
In spring of 2020, the platoon began organizing the lines and took possession of the required kit and equipment to begin reinstating the mortar capability. Amid periods of minimum manning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the platoon concentrated efforts to focus on hands-on training, which included small and large corrections, coming into and out of action, executing fire missions, and all elements of mortar drill. The NCOs in the platoon also ensured the maintenance of physical fitness and worked to improve the soldier skills of all of the mortarmen.
In September, members of Mortar Platoon supported an Infantry Basic Mortarman Course in cooperation with the Calgary Highlanders and the Loyal Edmonton Regiment. Over the conduct of the course, candidates learned all aspects of the 81mm mortar, to include mortar drill, maintenance, ammunition handling, laying and making corrections. The course culminated with the execution of live-fire missions in the Wainwright Training Area. Upon completion of the course, 24 new mortarmen were qualified.
In the fall, Mortar Platoon shifted its focus to prepare for Exercise SPARTAN RESCUE. While deployed in Wainwright, members of the platoon served as range staff and supported the rifle companies by facilitating ranges for personal weapons qualifications and ensured the safe execution of section and platoon attacks. The professionalism of the members of Mortar Platoon allowed the Battalion to reach its training objectives in preparation for an upcoming exercise with the United States Army in 2021.
In the New Year, Mortar Platoon will maintain skills and continue developing the capability. The focus will be on achieving the requisite intermediate and advanced qualifications within the platoon to reach full operational capability by 2022.
Warrant Officer Lorne Ford mentors the Line Corporal as mortarmen train during Exercise SPARTAN RESCUE. Credit: Capt Graham Mater.
73 Assault Pioneer Platoon Article courtesy of: Capt Best
The year began in a heavily dispersed state, as Assault Pioneer Platoon members occupied various position on Operations IMPACT and UNIFIER. Once redeployed to Edmonton, the pioneers returned home motivated to spend the year further enhancing readiness and providing mobility, counter-mobility, and survivability to light forces. Earlier in the year, pioneers fostered a healthy relationship with 1 Combat Engineer Regiment’s (1 CER) 12 Field Squadron (12 FS) which proved to be instrumental to this year’s growth and development.
Training commenced with Exercise AMPHIBIOUS PIONEER, an internal exercise designed to fulfill aquatic battle task standards and refine motorized assault boat skills. The exercise required sections, led by MCpl Daley and Cpl Robitaille-Brown, to reconnoitre possible crossing locations, and complete all required reporting to select the most ideal site. The exercise concluded with the construction of a dismounted fording site to facilitate movement of friendly forces.
Exercise URBAN PIONEER was designed to strengthen core shooting skills with progression towards an advanced shooting package. This training emphasized movement, transitions, and breaching; all of which was required for pioneers to rehearse their mobility and counter-mobility core functions, as well as enhancing their urban operations mandate. Training was enriched with the acquisition of two robust breaching doors which reinforced ballistic and mechanical breaching. Training culminated with the construction of a shoot house on Passchendaele Range to facilitate live-fire room entry and clearing with ballistic breaching at the group level.
Approaching the end of the year, pioneers were invited to attend 1 CER’s Exercise ASCENDING SAPPER, a rewarding opportunity to bolster cross-unit interoperability and exposed the pioneers to engineering tactics, techniques and procedures. To maximize integration pioneers dispersed amongst engineer sections to augment troops in 12 FS. The exercise commenced with counter-mobility tasks that required the development of mechanical and explosive obstacles to deny routes. The mission transitioned to tasks focused on mobility where pioneers assisted with the wiring of Bangalore torpedoes into a trunk line to gain access to denied routes. Additionally, Assault Pioneer Platoon was given the opportunity to coach 12 FS Engineer Troops through the reinforcement of patrol discipline, actions-on, and fighting in built-up areas – ultimately setting conditions for 12 FS to succeed during their collective training.
Meanwhile, the annual Assault Pioneer Commander’s Course was attended by Sgt Schuster, MCpl Daley, and Cpl Moore. The knowledge, skills, and qualifications attained on this course will prove invaluable, particularly during the re-establishment of a key battalion capability. Annual training concluded at CFB Wainwright with pioneers participating in Exercise SPARTAN RESCUE to complete infantry-specific battle task standards. The culminating event involved pioneers designing and constructing a challenging objective which enabled rifle platoons to conduct a series of raids for the Commanding Officer’s approval.
74 Direct Fire Support Platoon Article courtesy of: Capt Cathcart
During Ex SPARTAN RESCUE, 3 PPCLI’s Direct Fire Support (DFS) Platoon, augmented by the Royal Regina Rifles and the North Saskatchewan Regiment, deployed to CFB Wainwright to conduct a series of ranges on their heavy weapon systems. The weapon systems employed were the .50 cal Heavy Machine Gun (HMG), Automatic Grenade Launcher System (AGLS) and the Tube Launched, Optically Guided, Wire Controlled (TOW) anti-tank system.
The first portion of the exercise saw the completion of critical individual training, serving as the foundational training required to progress to section and platoon field firing ranges. During the yearly TOW shoot, six missiles were fired at ranges between two and just over four kilometres, seeking to effectively engage and destroy tank targets. On this range the Battalion leadership was able to see the deployment of the TOW system, its setup time, target acquisition and prosecution of targets.
As the exercise progressed, the scope evolved into developing tactical proficiency and utilizing multiple systems in concert with one another. Sections completed day and night live attacks, resulting in the destruction of enemy command and control nodes and logistical vehicles. With sections properly validated, DFS Platoon received orders and executed platoon attacks, by day and night, fully integrated with the Primary Reserve DFS Sections.
For DFS Platoon this year enhanced the partnership between the Army Reserves and 3 PPCLI, ultimately assisting the development of the Direct Fires capability across the Canadian Army.
HMG being employed during a night live-fire shoot prior to moving into Level 2 and 3. New firers coached and mentored on the application of their weapon system. Credit: Cpl Holliday.
75 DFS Platoon demonstrating the capabilities of their TOW missile system on targets up to 4km away. Credit: Cpl Holliday.
The Automatic Grenade Launcher System (AGLS) being fired during Section Live from Wainwright's Gunner Hill. Credit: Cpl Holliday.
76 Signals Platoon Article courtesy of: Capt Jung
Signal Platoon (Sig Pl) of the 3rd Battalion Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (3 PPCLI) stayed busy and played a supporting role in the Battalion (Bn) throughout the year. The Pl’s activities consisted of deployed operations, a basic communications course, and supporting the battalion’s collective training.
During the winter months, Sig Pl had members deployed on Operation IMPACT where they assumed various roles throughout the entire Joint Operations Area (JOA). Notably they conducted the move of IMPACT Training and Coordination Unit HQ from Erbil to Taji, Iraq, re-establishing all mission critical communications infrastructure to enable support throughout the JOA. Concurrently, other members of Sig Pl were also deployed to Latvia on Op REASSURANCE, attached to the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadian) Battle Group. They assisted Latvian Forces in developing Beyond-Line-of-Sight communications capabilities with High Frequency (HF) data transfer and field expedient antennas.
In January, Sig Pl led the Army Tactical Basic Dismount Communicator (ATBDC) course. ATBDC is a nine-day course that enables course candidates to become competent in operating communications equipment and allow them to send proper reports and returns using military voice procedure. Members from Sig Pl trained the junior infantry members on various dismounted radios including AN/PRC 152, 117, RA-2000, Iridium Phone, and Personal Role Radio.
Despite the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, Corporal Charles Lee and Sergeant Steven Ernst diligently maintained rear party operations in order to provide support services for Bn members working from home. They supported all CIS support requirements and maintained 100% accountability of all cryptographic inventory. The two members’ positive attitudes, initiative, and effectiveness were recognized with Command coins.
Come October, Sig Pl was involved in Exercise SPARTAN RESCUE, the battalion exercise culminating at platoon live validation as part of 1 CMBG Build phase, in preparation for future collective training in the New Year. Providing robust communications proved to be the key to the exercise, ensuring that all companies completed their missions without disruption. Sig Pl had set up the Bn Main CP along with a data bearer system in order to provide DWAN services to the staff. Sig Pl also deployed a Radio Rebroadcast (RRB) Detachment to extend the range of the radio net, assisting the companies in maintaining communications while they were dispersed conducting live fire ranges.
Sig Pl remained very active throughout the year 2020, playing a significant role in 3 PPCLI’s operations, ensuring the Bn and its companies were well equipped with the necessary signals support. Administration Company Article courtesy of: Capt Li
This year was an eventful year for Administration Company (Admin Coy), 3rd Battalion, PPCLI. Admin Coy saw itself navigating new sets of sustainment challenges in light of the new COVID-19 environment that we currently operate in. However, training never stops and neither will Admin Coy. Highlights of events from this year include support to the Battalion during Exercise SPARTAN RESCUE (Ex SR)and the conduct of Exercise SPARTAN HEALER (Ex SH), an Admin Coy exercise that tested the Command and Control of our Command Posts, Lines of Communication, and the company’s proficiency at responding to sustainment requests.
77 Maintenance Platoon (Maint Pl) was busy, as always, conducting pre-fire checks of all weapon systems and inspecting vehicles and equipment to enable the Battalion to be ready to respond to requests for support. More excitingly, with the new C20 sniper rifle coming into service, Maint Pl secured a spot for a Weapons Technician to receive the C20 Original Equipment Manufacturer’s training conducted in Ontario. During Ex SR, Maintenance Platoon was victorious in the battle against the winter elements of Wainwright, Alberta, and helped keep the Battalion’s wheels turning and bullets downrange. In addition, Maint Pl tested its response to Repair and Recovery Requests during the medical evacuation scenarios in Ex SH. Aside from all the real recovery Maint Pl performed, a recovery professional development session was conducted to train our next generation of soldier technicians – Arte et Marte.
Medic Platoon played and continue to play a vital role in keeping soldiers healthy and COVID free. They provided key advice regarding COVID mitigation strategies that helped maintain unit readiness and force preservation. For Ex SR, Medic Platoon deployed the Unit Medical Station to perform Role 1 medical procedures. During Ex SH, medic platoon was lead in the development of realistic medical scenarios, evaluation of TCCC qualifications, and communication of 9-liners.
Transport Platoon (Tpt Pl) conducted a variety of driver training courses to qualify new personnel to the unit on the fleet of equipment utilized at the 3rd Battalion. The courses covered Military Polaris RZR® (MRZR), Medium Support Vehicle System Standard Military Pattern, Air brakes, and many more. Aside from supporting all the Battalion’s transport needs, Tpt Pl tested its Forward Assistance Supply Team (FAST) capability in a ground medical evacuation scenario utilizing MRZRs during Ex SH. This capability, vice LSVW Ambulances, saw the movement of casualties from the Point of Incidence to the Role 1/Casualty Exchange Point with speed and stability across rough off-road and on-road terrain.
Logistic Platoon (Log Pl), armed with the Battalion’s credit card, executed expenditure of funds to obtain everything from consumables and spare parts to goods and services that sustained routine operations as well as exercises to include Ex SR and the upcoming exercise with American forces at Joint Readiness Training Center, Louisiana. During Ex SR, Log Pl deployed their field kitchen assets and cooked up an array of gourmet meals that kept the troops fed and ready to fight. It should be no surprise that morale was high and it made executing an exercise in the austere conditions of the Wainwright winter borderline enjoyable.
Call Sign Freedom1 landing after taking part in an air medical evacuation scenario. Credit: Capt MJ Kalvaitis. 78 Field Sunday Service hosted by the unit Padre. Credit: Capt MJ Kalvaitis.
UMS setup and ready for operation. Credit: MCpl DM Balun.
Admin Company conducting C7 Range. Credit: Capt MJ Kalvaitis. Cooks hard at work preparing meals for the Battalion. Credit: Capt MJ Kalvaitis. 79 Weapon Sgt from Maint Pl performing the pre-fire check on the TOW missile to certify the weapon system clear to fire. Credit: Capt JL Li.
TOW missile out! Credit: Capt JL Li. 80 Image Property of the PPCLI Museum and Archives. Illustration by Dr.Matt Barrett. Patricia's at San Fortunato, 1944. 81 Op IMPACT CTAT-J Deployment
Article courtesy of: Capt A.J. St. Laurent
In the fall of 2019 through to summer 2020, the PPCLI deployed a combined 12 officers, NCOs, and soldiers to the Middle East as part of the Canadian Training Assistance Team in Jordan (CTAT-J). These members came from different areas within the Regiment and filled positions within the team’s Headquarters,as Combat Service Support mentors at two of the Jordanian Quick Reaction Force (QRF) Brigade’s battalions, and as the lead for the Female Engagement Team.
Headquarters
Operations Officer: Capt Colin Carswell (ERE) Team Sergeants-Major: MWO Dave Limon (ERE) Force Protection: Sgt Jason Pethick (1VP), MCpl James Sasso (1VP), Cpl Donald Wesley (1VP), Cpl Daniel MacIntyre (1VP) Human Resources Administrator: MCpl Joel Fredette (1VP)
CTAT-J is a small operation in Amman, Jordan. The mission includes several Mobile Training Teams (Combat Service Support, CBRN, and the Female Engagement Team), and oversaw a few projects aimed to support the Jordanian government and its sovereignty such as the Northern Border Patrol road. Four members of 1 PPCLI deployed as the Force Protection team and were responsible to track and manage the day to day movements of all personnel deployed in Jordan, to pick up and transport VIPs visiting the country, and be prepared to oversee the extraction or withdrawal of personnel out of Jordan in the event of a threat. MCpl Fredette, as CTAT-J’s HRA, was responsible for ensuring the personal administration of all team members was managed to ensure that the focus remained on the Operation. Capt Carswell and MWO Limon were integral to the overall effective functioning of the team due to their roles within the HQ.
Combat Service Support Mobile Training Team (CSSMTT)
81st Bn –Capt A.J. St. Laurent (1VP), WO Lance Nielsen (1VP) 91st Bn –Capt Alex Beaulieu (1VP), WO Derek Rose (2VP)
Capt A.J. St. Laurent mentors the 81st QRF Bn’s Training Officer, Maj Al-Abadi, on deployed logistics operations ahead of a week-long Bn field exercise in the Um-Qantara Training Area in Jordan.
Rear (L-R): Capt Anderson, WO Nielsen, Cpl MacIntyre, Capt St. Laurent, MCplFredette; Front (L-R): Capt Beaulieu, Cpl Wesley, Sgt Pethick, MCplSasso. 82 The newly established QRF Bde consisted of three air-mobile infantry battalions spread throughout Jordan with the mandate of being able to react to threats along Jordan’s borders. Each battalion had three rifle companies as well as support platoons to include indirect fire, direct fire support, engineers, and medics. The fighting echelon soldiers within these Units were motivated and capable, limited only by their ability to sustain operations away from their support bases. The task of the CSSMTT was to elevate the capacity of these Units to support deployed operations by introducing robust logistics skills and sub-sub unit organizations. During their time in Jordan the CSSMTT mbrs modernized the training package that will be the baseline for this continued mission moving forward, delivered training and mentorship that included deploying on field exercises alongside Jordanian soldiers, and built upon previous relationships, strengthening the bond between Canada and Jordan.
Female Engagement Team (FET)
Team Lead – Capt Rachel Anderson (1VP)
Capt Anderson was the lead of the three person, all female team who worked with the Jordanian female engagement platoon. Their task was to teach, train, and mentor female soldiers in an effort to modernize the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF); facilitating integration by advising at the Bde and Unit levels. Through the FET’s efforts, the soldiers of the engagement platoon demonstrated to the remainder of the JAF that women are valuable and reliable soldiers who have a place standing side by side with the remainder of the force. They taught basic infantry skills, navigation, physical fitness, operating in austere environments, and deployed on numerous field exercises alongside the JAF infantry units.
Though generally centrally located in Amman, CTAT-J worked in a dispersed manner throughout the country. This map indicates the general workplace locations of the deployed Patricias during their deployments. 83 Kuwait Photos
Capt Racheal Anderson, Capt William Thompson, WO Bryan Crowston, Maj Ryan Pridmore, Sgt Stefan O’Halloran, MCpl Joshua Bellinger, MWO Derek Thompson, Sgt Jason Tabbernor.
Maj Terrence Mackey, Maj Ryan Pridmore, Capt Mitchell Jones. 84 LCol Moore Comd of the Op IMPACT Trg and Coord Unit (ITCU), Op IMPACT presides over the Change of RSM Appt from CWO Pickard to CWO Crane, 13 Feb 2020.
Col P. Lockhart DComd BPC Op IMPACT presides over the Change of Comd for the Op IMPACT Trg and Coord Unit (ITCU), from LCol A.N. Moore to LCol J.D. Schaub, 13 Feb 2020.
Brigadier-General Mike Wright (centre), Commander Joint Task Force IMPACT (JTF-I) and Task Force Central (TF-C), presides over the ceremony to transfer command of the JTF-I/TF-C Headquarters from Lieutenant-Colonel James Thamer (seated right) to Lieutenant-Colonel Sandy Cooper (seated left), in 85 Kuwait on 8 Jul, 2020. The Loyal Edmonton Regiment (4 PPCLI) Article Courtesy of: LCol C. Barr
This year saw The Loyal Edmonton Regiment undergo a change of appointment in the Regimental Sergeant Major, from CWO Jay Reinelt to CWO Mark Denney in April 2020, as well as a change of command between LCol Jonathan McCully and LCol Christopher Barr in October. The new RSM was inducted as a Member of the Order of Military Merit, prior to his promotion and appointment. Upon LCol Barr’s promotion and succession to Commanding Officer, the vacancy left in the DCO position was filled by transferring Maj Stephen Kuervers, in as an Exchange Officer from 20th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA. Maj Kuervers comes as a welcome addition, bringing a wealth of knowledge and depth of experience from the artillery world, to assist in The Loyal Edmonton Regiment’s ongoing mortar mission. As was the case with the rest of the nation, and world, the COVID-19 pandemic brought with it unique challenges this year. The Loyal Edmonton Regiment made significant contributions to 41 Canadian Brigade Group’s (41 CBG) Territorial Battalion Group (TBG), in response to Ops LASER and VECTOR. In spite of COVID-19, the unit and brigade were able to carry on with Reserve Summer Training (RST), taking a number of precautions to adopt a COVID-19 safe posture, enabling training to continue, while not having a single case of infection or transmission within the Battle School. The fall and winter months saw a continuance of individual and collective training, although some exercises were rescheduled. Remembrance Day and the holiday season festivities were significantly reduced affairs, with minimal parading.
LCol C. Barr, CD CO Loyal Edmonton Regiment. CWO M. Denny, CD RSM Loyal Edmonton Regiment. 86 Alpha Company
Article courtesy of: Maj B. Wright
After conducting Basic Winter Warfare, section level patrolling and some 41 CBG led adventure training earlier in the year, the COVID-19 stand down in April 2020, saw Alpha Company convert the planned field training exercises into an on-line classroom training forum named Ex DISTANT BULLDOG. Focusing primarily on theory and doctrine, the soldiers of A Company reviewed the conduct and execution of domestic operations, the infantry platoon in offensive and defensive operations, unit history, and a refresher in specialty skills such as Recce, Airborne and Airmobile operations.
As COVID-19 restrictions for Class A Reservists lifted in the early summer, A Company embarked on a series of training events to get the troops outdoors and practicing field skills and fitness: Ex KNOLL MAN. This exercise, spread over two months, was a competition that included six-13Km individual rucksack marches and a day long orienteering exercise at Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area, west of Edmonton. The orienteering exercise combined the skills of navigation and reporting with Kim’s games, culminating in a race to locate a (theoretical) downed helicopter and to call in medical support.
Autumn 2020 brought with it A Company’s return to work under the Op LASER guidelines. The Fall Training Plan included running a DP1 Supplementary Weapons Course to enable the newer soldiers to qualify on weapons systems that are no longer taught during the basic infantry qualification course for Reservists. These included the 84mm Carl G. SRAAW, the Browning 9mm and the M203 40mm Grenade Launcher. In addition, as part of Ex COYOTE BAYONET, A Company graduated from PWT3 to pairs, group and section attacks (dry), in an effort to meet the minimum requirements laid out for Reserves under Op LASER restrictions.
Cpl Cysouw and Cpl Punjabi, Adventure Training, Feb 2020. A Coy Section during Basic Winter Warfare.
DP1 Infantry candidates firing the Carl Gustav 84mm recoilless rifle. 87 Bravo Company
Article courtesy of: Lt F. Rogozinski
Bravo Company within the Loyal Edmonton Regiment is a unique amalgamation of platoons, each with a distinctive mandate and training concentrations. As such, each of the platoons must create and execute an exclusive training plan while continuing to work within a single company’s chain of command. Despite the unique challenges faced this past year, 4Pl remained focused on developing basic infantry skills and the patrolling spirit. Early in the year we successfully ran an in-house CQCB course, and a Basic Winter Warfare course that cumulated in a final exercise in Yellowknife alongside C Coy. As COVID-19 altered our operating environment, we responded with a smooth transition to a distance based learning packages that provided our soldiers with an introduction to multiple topics in preparation for their upcoming courses. In early March, when there was a call for volunteers for Op LASER, around 70% of 4Pl responded and joined the TBG in anticipation of this tasking. With many of 4Pl’s soldiers needing their DP1 the majority of the platoon transitioned to Wainwright for the summer to complete their DP1 or supported the running of courses for 41 Brigade in a COVID safe environment. Overall it was good year with unique challenges that were overcame. 5 Pl stood-up January 2020 to administer and provide training to recruits newly sworn into the unit, in order to prepare them for BMQ and DP1. Training until June 2020 emphasized C7 lectures and foot drill. In September 2020 5 Pl reorganized with new leadership and an additional section of recruits. From September to December 2020 training was heavily impacted by COVID restrictions, emphasis was maintained on C7 lectures, and map & compass navigation. January to June 2021 training will emphasize transition from individual skills to section level skills in prep for RST.
B Coy patrol base during Basic Winter Warfare in the NWT. Members of B Coy depart Yellowknife following Basic Winter Warfare.
88 Charlie Company (NWT)
Article courtesy of: Capt G. Fillatre
Charlie Company, Loyal Edmonton Regiment, the only infantry element north of the 60th parallel, continues to hold down Yellowknife, slowly expanding in numbers and skills. Despite a tumultuous year due to the global pandemic, C Company has run a successful austere range for Team North (all CAF elements based in Yellowknife) to achieve their annual IBTS requirements. C Company continued to support the local Army Cadets, 2837 PPCLI Cadet Corps, conducting a well-received winter familiarization exercise for them in the early winter. Two members deployed with the Mortar Pl to Latvia on the first deployment of a Reserve Mortar Platoon in the history of the Canadian Army. They brought back a knowledge base and Esprit-de-Corps that they continue to share with the rest of the Company. Concurrently to this the OC, Capt Gerald Fillatre, deployed on Op IMPACT to Lebanon to train the local forces in Civil OC Charlie, deployed on Op IMPACT. Military Cooperation activities. All in all it has been a busy and rewarding year for the Company even while dealing with the necessary restrictions due to COVID-19.
C Coy at the range in Yellowknife.
C Coy training in Yellowknife. 89 Mortar Platoon Article courtesy of: Lt F. Rogozinski
At the end of January 2020, the 41 Bde Mortar Pl departed Canada on Op REASSURANCE 20-01. They spent 6 months in Adazi, Latvia training alongside other NATO medium and heavy Mortar Pls from countries such as Italy, Spain, Czech, Slovenia, and Slovakia. Participating in nine Battle Group exercises throughout the deployment, our members gained extensive experience identifying foreign vehicles and operating foreign weapon systems. Overcoming language barriers and technological challenges a successful NATO indirect fires interoperability was established. Upon return to Canada the platoon was reconstituted and established itself as having highly motivated and skilled soldiers.
Sgt Knee, Mortar Pl, and members of 20th Field Regiment went to Suffield to conduct a live-fire competition with six C3 howitzer with members from Edmonton Red Deer and Lethbridge. The competition consists of three tasks (Indirect Fire, Harassing Fire and Open Action) and ensuring orders are taken and passed down throughout. Indirect Fire is where the number one of the howitzer positions themselves on a hill or good vantage point to be able to see the target as they direct the fire from their howitzer onto the target. Harassing Fire is when the Detachment Commander is given orders to a specific area to carry out a mission at a specific time. Open Action is when the Detachment Commander can see the target from their howitzer and is ordered to engage that target. All these were assessed and at the end of the weekend Sgt Knee and his detachment from 20th field regiment came out on top of the competition winning the Gunners Trophy.
Combined Arms live fire range with Mortar Pl providing illumination and indirect fire support.
LER Mortar Pl, Op REASSURANCE Roto-20-01, Latvia.
90 Direct Response Company
Article courtesy of: Capt B. Deegan
At the end of March 2020, and in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, 41 CBG activated its domestic sub- unit called the 41 Territorial Battalion Group (TBG). The Loyal Edmonton Regiment was tasked to support the stand-up of a Domestic Response Company (DRC) – North which saw soldiers go from part-time status (Class A) to full-time callout (Class C). Specifically, the Regiment was called upon to produce the Coy Headquarters, two platoons and the CQMS element. In addition, more troops from the Regiment were called up to support the Local Response Forces (LRF) assigned to the major cities in Alberta. These mission tasks were part of Op LASER – the CAF contribution to provide support to Provincial government agencies for Pandemic measures and for natural disaster response.
Later in the summer, after it was determined that the fire and flood season in Alberta was stable, many of the Regiment’s soldiers were redeployed to Wainwright to help form the nucleus of the 41 TBG Battle School so as to run the Reserve Summer Training (RST) program for 3rd Canadian Division. This organization successfully ran courses until the end of August, greatly aiding in the retention and training of 41 CBG personnel despite the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions. On 30th of August, the RST and the DRC were stood-down seeing all committed Eddies return to Class A status.
In December 2020, the Regiment was again tasked to stand up soldiers for Op VECTOR - the CAF’s contribution to provide support to government agencies for vaccine distribution. By the 17th of December, The Eddies had stood up 16 personnel in support of this operation, which at the time of writing was expected to last to mid-March 2021. Regimental Band
Article courtesy of: Capt J. Rutherford This past year had turned the typical efforts and functionality of the Regimental band on its ear. The year began as it would normally with the anticipation of musically supporting several varied events from mess dinners to parades. The band set to work with rehearsals of the Clarinet ensemble, the Brass quartet, the Drumline, and the full band. The band did manage to support a cadet mess dinner which was as much a thrill for the band as it was the cadets as they really showed their appreciation. The band made a trip up to the Yukon Territories, visiting Whitehorse for the first time, to perform in the Yukon LER Regimental Band members in the North. Sourdough Rendezvous festival in February. The band played a number of times on the mainstage at the festival for the general public and was very warmly received. The band also participated in the festival parade and performed at the local legion, who welcomed us with great support. Unfortunately, March began the cancellation of all of our music engagements due to COVID-19 concerns. There was no need for the band to present any risk to our members or the public. The band members kept up their skills and fitness as did the regiment at home for the safety of our team and family. Some members of the band stood up and supported the domestic operations Op LASER. Members also continued music training online over the summer. When we came back to work in September we have focused on work in our administration, logistics, and stores. The band looks forward LER, Regimental Band. to getting back to supporting musically when it is safe. 91 French Grey Battalion
Article courtesy of: Capt Deviller
2020 was a year where most Canadians across the country had to cope with the challenges of COVID from their respective homes, but for the soldiers of the French Grey Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, adaptation to the unique COVID operating environment was met with dedication, resolve and courage. The French Grey Battalion Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel S.M. Davies, took command of the Tactics School developing the Canadian Army’s tactical level leadership, while the Deputy Commanding Officer, Major T.O. MacCormac attacked the challenges of tomorrow as the Royal Canadian Infantry Corps Major.
Patricias took to the field all across Atlantic Canada within 5th Canadian Division Headquarters, the Combat Training Centre Headquarters, Tactics School, Infantry School, the Nova Scotia Highlanders and the Princess Louise Fusiliers. In the 5th Canadian Division Headquarters, Patricias continued to develop ARes Mission Task capabilities. At the Infantry School, Patricia officers, non-commissioned officers and soldiers played an instrumental role in the delivery of core and specialized training, to include the Basic Military Officer Qualification – Army, Infantry Officer Development Phase 1.1 and 1.2, the Integrated Platoon Command Programme, Advanced Reconnaissance Patroller, Advanced Sniper and Assault Pioneer. At the Tactics School, Patricias were trained as sub-unit 2ICs on the Army Tactical Operations Course and selected Patricias were trained on the Combat Team Commander Course in preparation for sub-unit command. Of the 32 candidates on CTCC, this year’s Top Candidate was a Patricia, Maj James Cressall from 2 PPCLI.
A highlight of the French Grey Battalion this year culminated with 12 proud new officers badged into the Regiment by Lieutenant-Colonel Davies, on behalf of the Colonel of the Regiment, Brigadier-General (Ret’d) V.W. Kennedy. As 2020 comes to a close, Patricias of the French Grey Battalion look forward to the exciting challenges of 2021.
French Grey Battalion.
Lt Beauvais – 1V Lt Recoskie – 1 VP Lt Buchan – 1VP 2Lt Zhang – 1VP Lt Ogrodnick – 2VP Lt Kearns – 2VP Lt Clayton – 2VP 2Lt Milligan – 2VP Lt Hyun – 3VP Lt O’Brien – 3VP Lt Clarkson – 3 VP OCdt Symington – 3VP.
92 Aldershot Patricias. Top Candidate on CTCC, Maj Cressall, 2 PPCLI.
Nova Scotia Patricias.
93 94 Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School (Saint Jean-Sur-Richelieu, QC)
Article courtesy of: Capt A. Legge Like the rest of Quebec, Patricias posted to CFLRS and CMR were heavily affected by the Corona virus Pandemic during 2020. Although the Montreal Area did not at any time resemble a scene out of the acclaimed film “28 Days Later”, many of the Montreal region’s great attractions were rendered unavailable due to past and current restrictions on gatherings in Quebec. However, these unprecedented times have not taken away from our members’ focus on delivering high quality training to the CAF’s next generation while also providing them with living, breathing examples of what the PPCLI is all about. This year’s APS saw a COVID-induced reduction of departures from the Saint Jean area, with Master Warrant Officer (WO) Derek Johnson, Sergeant (Sgt) Robert Allan, and newly-badged Sgt Travis Westwood – who joined the PPCLI from the Royal Canadian Regiment –leaving to assume new duties elsewhere. Also, Mr. Vince Genest (Ret’d PPCLI WO), who was the Case Management Officer, moved to Ottawa with his family after 16 years of dedicated service at CFLRS and 36 years to the CAF.
Posted to CFLRS this APS was Captain (Capt)Dave Crosbie of 1 PPCLI who assumed a platoon commander position in Charlie Division (C Div). Newly promoted WO Devan Komar was posted to A Division (A Div) from 2 PPCLI. Sgt Eric Hoff took up an instructor position in C Div from 3 PPCLI. Sgt Bradley Trundle joined Bravo Division (B Div) from 1 PPCLI. Finally, Master Corporal (MCpl) Anthony Eaton (2 PPCLI) and MCpl Alexandre Vezina (3 PPCLI) both took up instructor positions in C Div.
Meanwhile, a number of other Patricias have continued to serve at CFLRS. After a period of exceptional service as school Operations Officer, Capt Caleb Kimball is now the Officer Commanding Specialized Training Division (SpecTrgDiv) which oversees weapons, first aid, training reintegration and CBRN training at CFLRS. Capt Eric Henderson is now 2IC SpecTrgDiv, and Capt Andrew Legge is 2IC B Div. Master Warrant Officer Jamie Leck remains as the Sergeant Major of C Div. In addition,WO Jason Webber has taken up duties at CMR Saint- Jean as the QMSI. Elsewhere within the school, WO Peter Harcombe was promoted in December 2020, he remains in C Div as an instructor. Sgt Jason Op de Beeck is in B Div, and newly promoted Sgt Jordan Wilson is a weapons instructor in Spec Div. In addition, Sgt Wilson and his spouse Jordyn welcomed their first child – daughter Callie – into the world on 18 August 2020. Finally, MCpl Emerson Abanico (A Div) and MCpl Clayton Campbell (B Div) continue to serve as instructors delivering basic training to the CAF’s newest recruits.
Like much of the CAF, COVID-19 necessitated a shutdown of training operations at CFLRS in March. However, despite training operations being paused, work continued for our staff. Instructors stayed in touch with their recruits, providing them with professional development and ensuring they remained ready to resume training at any moment. Of particular note, Capt Kimball played a key role in CFLRS’ plan to resume training by driving the coordination of the unit’s new force protection measures and planning the gradual return of candidates to the school.
Overall, the past year has been extraordinarily challenging for Patricias stationed in the Greater Montreal Area. For most, there has been a sizable adjustment period as they move from an infantry battalion to teaching the CAF’s newest members how to survive as military personnel. In addition, life in Quebec has proven to be more than a little different from life in Western Canada. However, the opportunity to have such a direct impact on the CAF’s future has proven rewarding for Patricias instructing at the School. Over the next year, the Regimental team here in St. Jean-Sur-Richelieu remains committed to providing the CAF in the region with some PPCLI flavour; especially with respect to training the next generation of CAF officers and NCMs.
95 Transition Unit Alberta and Northern Canada Article courtesy of: MWO K.M. Heselton
Canadian Armed Forces Transition Unit Alberta and Northern Canada The Canadian Forces Transition Group (TG) stood up on Dec 10 th , 2018 taking over the duties from the Joint Personal Support Unit (JPSU). The goal is to ensure that all Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, and their families receive the full range of support, compensation, and benefits available to them. Whether members are embarking on the road to recovery, going through rehabilitation, returning to duty in the CAF, or transitioning to life after service, we are committed to assisting them in their transition. There are 9 Transition Units (TU) across Canada and there are 32 Transition Centers (TC) contained within those TUs. Here at the TU Alberta and Northern Canada we provide oversight of TC, Edmonton, Calgary, Wainwright and Cold Lake as well as satellite services to Yellowknife. This year saw many challenges as you can imagine, from extending most releasing personal release dates by 5 months as per the CANFORGEN, moving the TU and TC Edmonton into the old base clinic to figuring out how to do our business virtually. These many challenges and the rebranding from the old JPSU saw our team come together and provide the many services that are needed for a releasing CAF member. And to be clear we offer more services and are better equipped and trained then the old JPSU through no fault of their own. We are scheduled to be hitting full operating capability in 2024 will all releasing personal accessing our services regardless if you are ill or injured or not. One of our biggest challenges this year was the passing of one of our supported members, MWO Sean Robson in TC Wainwright 06 January. Other than the obvious trauma associated with Sean’s unexpected passing, other hurdles had to be overcome due to the pandemic. In the end, WO Wayne Wilson, PL WO TC Wainwright, was able to escort Sean home to Emo Manitoba in early March during the lock-down and his family was able to intern him June 15. Posted to TU Edmonton this year to serve as the Adjutant was Capt Pete Filis to join the DCO, Maj Cory Foley and the USM, MWO Kevin Heselton. At TC Edmonton we saw Capt Mike Frank join us as the Pl Comd along with Sgt Alex Fortier who joined WO Kevin Henry, WO Trevor Patterson and of course the old stalwart, service manager LCol (Rtd) Joe Pollock. Leaving us was Maj Steve Zivkowand Sgt Roger Senum. Joining us as the Pl WO in Calgary this APS is WO James Nuttall. Also serving across Canada in various TCs are Sgt Volz in TC Esquimalt, Sgt Burton in TC Comox, WO Mason and Sgt Moore in TC Shilo, Sgt Gale in TC Gagetown and Sgt Fleck-Lawrence in TC Halifax. I would encourage you to start thinking about the inevitable and prepare yourself for your release even if it is 20 years out. You do not need to be ill and injure to make enquirers about our services so reach out to any of us and we will help you and put you in touch with the proper entity or program that will best facilitate your transition into the next phase of your life.
Front row from left to Right, Capt Filis, MWO Heselton, WO Henry, Sgt Fortier. 96 Back Row Capt Frank, WO Wilson, WO Patterson, Maj Foley. Missing LCol (Rtd) Joe Pollock. 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre, Wainwright, Alberta Article courtesy of: Capt J.P. Spiess 2020 was a year full of rapid change and adaptation at 3rd Canadian Division Training Centre (3 CDTC), particularly as training continued in a COVID-19 environment. The PPCLI instructors taught on a number of courses including the Primary Leadership Qualification, Army Junior Leadership Course, Rifle Section Commander Course and the Infantry Section Commander Course. This year, B Company was exceptionally busy as they conducted the first decentralized Basic Military Qualification ever conducted at 3 CDTC where instructors from all three battalions were entrusted with training civilians to become successful members of the Canadian Armed Forces. Most of the new recruits subsequently attended the Developmental Period 1 Infantry and Close Quarter Combat-Basic courses, rounding out their initial training as infantry soldiers. The successful conduct of these courses would have been impossible without the expertise and hard work of the instructors from across the Regiment. Whether posted to 3 CDTC or on temporary duty from a battalion, the knowledge and mentorship passed on to every candidate was invaluable in developing future army leaders and infantry soldiers for the 3rd Canadian Division. Despite a long administrative pause, new courses and tight schedules, the success of 3 CDTC’s basic and leadership courses was a testament to the work ethic and professionalism Cpl Cote of 1 PPCLI (left) and Cpl McTavish of 3 PPCLI (right) of our regiment as it continues to support training every conduct their C6 General Purpose Machine Gun shoot as part of the year, despite the challenges faced by a rapidly changing Infantry Section Commander Course serial 0013. Photo taken by Sgt Wilson. environment.
Cpl Gratto from 1 PPCLI instructs his fellow candidates on drill during Primary Leadership serial 0278, being conducted at 3 CDTC. From L to R: Cpl Gratto 1 PPCLI, Cpl Stein 1 PPCLI, Cpl Morden 1 PPCLI, Bdr Wiggill CADTC HQ. Photo taken by Sgt Wilson. 97 The PPCLI Association President Report Article and photo courtesy of: Mr. P. Hale
It has continued to be a stressful time for all and even more so for those who will not be with family and loved ones over the Christmas holidays due to COVID 19. Reach out, check on a fellow Patricia, veteran, or family in need. Now is the time to show leadership, compassion, and a willingness to help others.
The virtual AGM held on 23 May 2020 went very well with 48 participants. I am pleased to say that Corporate Canada accepted the updated mission and objectives for the PPCLI Association, and we approved a free 3-year National Memorial Membership for families who have lost someone while serving with the Regiment or after release or retirement.
Mental Health and Peer Support
The PPCLI Association leads the way within the military association community with respect to Mental Health and Suicide Awareness training. We cannot let our guard down. We have lost too many members of the Regiment to suicide. I urge you to take the Virtual training and learn about Mental Health issues and Suicide Awareness. We must support each other and reach out to those who are suffering and fighting their personal demons. The loss of one individual to suicide is one too many.
Foundation Amalgamation with PPCLI Association
The final report from the Ways Team was presented to the Regimental Steering Committee (RSC) in December. The RSC members have agreed that a combined charitable trust to be named the Hamilton Gault Memorial Trust (HGMT)will be much more efficient and simpler for the Regimental Family. The Association Board of Directors and Council of Presidents have agreed in principle with this option. AnHGMT Transformation Team will examine how best to combine the two charities into a single trust. One of their first tasks will be to draft a Deed of Trust that is acceptable to all, including the CRA Charities Directorate. Our representatives to the HGMT Transformation Team will be Jamie Hammond and Quentin Innis from the HGMF Board of Trustees. Ted Giraldeau will be the PPCLI Association observer. 98 Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund
One of the major observations from the Ways Teams was the lack of separation between the PPCLI Association and the Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund (HGMF). Specifically, the governance of the HGMF, a charitable fund where the Board of Trustees (BoT) is comprised of members of the Board of Directors (BoD) of the PPCLI Association – a non-profit organization, incurs some risk in its charitable status. We are rectifying this.
The HGMF will conduct a virtual AGM on 8 May 2021, and a new BoT will be elected. The following have agreed to stand as new trustees.
Dave Pentney (Chair) – Ottawa Jammie Hammond – Victoria Quentin Innis – Edmonton Jennifer Pouliot – Ottawa Stan Stapleford – Edmonton Derek Prohar – Edmonton Paul Hale – SW Ontario Charles Recce – SW Ontario
Other changes are the creation of a HGMF logo, renaming student bursaries to HGMF Educational Bursaries, and renaming Top PPCLI Association Cadet Corps trophy to Hamilton Gault Top Cadet Corps. Finally, we will create MOUs with respect to Mental Health and Peer Support, Veteran Support, Educational Bursaries and Cadets.
PPCLI Association 2021 AGM
We will host a virtual AGM on Saturday 1 May 2021. Currently, the following have agreed to stand for election as National Directors for the Association:
Jay Bickerton – Manitoba / NW Ont Grant Greyeyes – Edmonton Jake Flanders – E Branch Sandy Stapleford - Edmonton Terry Loveridge – Kingston Dave McArdle – Atlantic
Dougal Salmon will be nominated for President and Ted Giraldeau as Vice President.
Association Membership
The PPCLI Association offers a free three-year National membership. Very few released or retired Patricias take advantage of this. The Association perpetuates the friendship and support that you enjoyed while serving. At the same time, we have helped numerous individuals in crisis. We could do more, but younger Patricias who are living the current challenges need to join the Association and help us develop solutions so we can help our brothers and sisters in need. It is easy to sit on the sidelines and say the Association should do X, Y or Z. However, we need your input and energy to address the issues.
This will be my final report as President of the PPCLI Association. There are many individuals I wish to thank and acknowledge, unfortunately I do not have the space to do so. I wish to thank Dave Pentney for recruiting me as an Association Director in May 2011. Dave, your mentorship, and advice over the past 10 years has been outstanding. Larry Gollner, thank you for your support of the Mental Health and Suicide Awareness workshops and more. Don Dalziel you have supported the Association for decades and your sage advice has ensured that I followed the rules and regulations. Slade your support to the Association as RM has been outstanding. Finally, thank you, Diana Cardoni without your support I would not have successful.
It has been a honour, challenge and a privilege to have served the PPCLI Association.
Paul Hale President PPCLI Association Once A Patricia, Always A Patricia 99 2020 Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund Educational Bursary Report Article and graphic courtesy of: Mr. T. Penney
The HGMF Bursary program was allocated $21,000 for 2020. Each of the bursaries was named after a Regimental figure or action and the successful recipient received a biography about the individual or event to help them understand the Regimental significance. This year’s top bursary was named in the honour of Pte Alex Temple, an Original whose medals were recently donated to Regimental Museum. I would like to thank the Branch Presidents and the Regimental Major Slade Lerch for getting the word out and making this year a success with 48 applications. The competition was tough and the selection board had a difficult time in choosing the successful recipients.
The selection committee members were: Tim Penney George Arndt Herb Kenny Mike Schneider Ken Zack Jim Croll Kevin Raper Recipients:
Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund 100 Educational Bursary Chair Lt Gordon Smith, a Patricia was WIA in Sicily and was a renowned artist who passed away on 18 January 2020 at the age of 100.
Haley Hammond, wife of Darby Hammond a member of 1 PPCLI receives the $1,500 Lt Gordon Smith Bursary from Dougal Salmon, National Vice President and President Victoria Branch with the assistance of Jammie Hammond, Haley’s father-in-law.
Roy was jumped into Normandy on 5 June 1944, fought at the Battle of the Bulge and carried shrapnel and a bullet in his body for the rest of his life. He was also a Kapyong Vet. Roy passed away on 17 June 2018 at the age of 100.
Tim Penney, HGMF Educational Bursary Chair and Herb Kenny, President Edmonton Branch present the $1,000 Sgt Roy Rushton Bursary to Amada Sherman. 101 The Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund: Opportunities for the Regiment Article and graphic courtesy of: Mr. P. Hale
Charitable Programs
Since 2015, we have provided almost $365,000 as below.
Mental Health and Peer Support
The PPCLI Association leads the way within the military association community. We are working with Project Trauma Support and the RC Legion Operational Stress Injury Branch to develop a Virtual Peer Advocate workshop. The six-hour session covers the principles, ethics and do’s and don’ts of Peer Support and is provided at no cost. At the same time, the Mental Health Commission is developing a Virtual Veterans Mental Health First Aid Course. Both of these are useful tools to assist individuals struggling with Mental Health issues.
We cannot let our guard down. We have lost too many members of the Regiment to suicide. I urge you to take the Virtual training and learn about Mental Health issues and Suicide Awareness. We must support each other and reach out to those who are suffering and fighting their personal demons. The loss of one individual to suicide is one too many.
102 Educational Bursaries
The Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund provides Educational Bursaries to members of the Regiment, their spouses, children, and grandchildren. This year we awarded 17 bursaries for a total of $21,000.
Patricia Park Vandalism
Many of you have heard of the recent vandalism at Patricia Park in Edmonton. On 29 September 2020, three plaques were stolen from our Regimental Memorial. Fortunately, the thief did not take the time capsule. The time capsule was secured by Herb Kenny and will be part of a future display at the Regimental Museum. The stolen plaques were replaced on 9 November at a cost of $6,060.40. I am pleased to advise that VAC provided a grant of $3,000 and a further $2,200 was donated to HGMF. We received a donation from Edmonton Salutes for the final portion of the costs. I wish to thank Herb Kenny for the outstanding work he did to secure the time capsule, coordinating the installation of the replacement plaques, submitting police reports and everything else that he and his Branch have done to ensure that Patricia Park is well maintained.
106th Regimental Anniversary Bike Ride
In July 2020, Greg Bell of the Ottawa Branch proposed a 106th Anniversary Bike Ride to raise funds for the HGMF. Greg, Capt Elijah Macaluso, a serving Patricia attached to the Rocky Mountain Rangers in Kamloops and myself, accepted the challenge. We biked 106kms in Ottawa, Kamloops, and Brampton and raised $7,659.60 for the HGMF.
This will be an annual event on the Sunday closet to the Regimental Anniversary. The 107th Regimental Anniversary Bike Ride will take place on Sunday 8 August 2021. We encourage Association Branches, PPCLI Cadet Corps and the serving component to participate and sponsor local teams. The Edmonton riders will end their ride at Patricia Park, where we will live stream a dedication service for newly installed Legacy Stones to everyone outside of Edmonton. Further details including how to order PPCLI Regimental Cycling gear will be distributed in March. This has the potential to be an excellent fundraiser for the HGMF and our ongoing support to the Veterans community.
Paul Hale Once A Patricia, Always A Patricia
Memorial at Patricia Park. Credit: Unknown. 103 VICTORIA BRANCH CYPRESS HILLS BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Dougal (Doug) Salmon Jim MacMillan-Murphy Jim MacMillan-Murphy Dan Palmer Stuart Waldron 3833 Midred St 909 Forshaw Rd [email protected] 130 20 St NE 2783 Thompson Cres SE Victoria, BC, V8Z 7A2 Victoria, BC, V9A 6M1 Medicine Hat, AB, T1C1S1 Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 1C5 [email protected] 250-383-8227 403-502-3042 403-520-5196 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] FRASER VALLEY & VANCOUVER BC SASKATCHEWAN BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Julien McNulty Sandra Dehnke Julien McNaulty Raymond Moskowec Darcy Parker Darcy Parker unit 82 8217-204b st 5793 Cambridge St [email protected] PO Box 612 PO Box 727 [email protected] Langley,BC V3G 1J6 Chilliwack, BC, V2R 1R8 Dundurn, SK, S0K 1K0 Delisle SK, S0L 0P0 [email protected] 604-858-0305 306-491-8651 (306) 380-2598 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] MID VANCOUVER BRANCH MANITOBA/NW ONTARIO BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Kazimierz (Jed) Jednorog Kazimierz (Jed) Jednorog Kazimierz (Jed) Jednorog Perry Batchelor James W Zelazny Stephane Regis PO Box 71 [email protected] [email protected] 107 Redwood Bay [email protected] [email protected] Union Bay, BC, VoR 3B0 Alton, MB R0G 0B2 204-995-4811 204-8784108 778-427-7710 [email protected] [email protected] 204-324-4464 EDMONTON BRANCH Ottawa BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Herb Kenny Vacant covered by Mike Schneider Don Dalziel Jennifer Plouffe Gene Markell 10 Hanover Place Herb Kenny 15136-141 St 214 Island Park Dr [email protected] St. Albert, AB, T8N 6P7 Edmonton T6V 1T9 Ottawa, ON, K1Y 0A4 613-599-8232 Pete Leger 780-237-9040 (780) 999-4132 613-715-9082 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 613-841-2463 WAINWRIGHT BRANCH SOUTH WEST ONTARIO BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Mike Austdal Don Irvine Greg Ferguson Tracey Ferguson Jim Witteveen PO Box 3163 [email protected] 90 Longfield Rd. 90 Longfield Rd. [email protected] Wainwright, AB, T9W 1T1 Acton, ON L7J 2K4 Acton, ON L7J 2K4 416-895-6195 780-261-0300 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 905-609-6390 905-699-4763 CALGARY BRANCH KINGSTON BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord President Secretary VPP Coord Jim Croll Mike Dethridge Bob Zubkowski Marv Makulowich Mike English Dave Banks 4520 Crowchild Trail SW 114 Erin Meadows Way SE 407 Glamorgan Cres SW 1241 Acadia Dr 327 Grand Trunk East 1612 Anne Street Calgary, AB T2T 5J4 Calgary, AB T2B 3L4 Calgary, AB T3E 5B7 Kingston, ON, K7M 8R5 Kingston, ON, K7M 9G1 Kingston, ON, K7M 5H7 403-273-9771 403-235-2469 403-249-8107 613-766-4833 613-583-1655 613-634-9637 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] ATLANTIC BRANCH President Secretary VPP Coord Glen Ryan Maralyn Grabher Ralph Stephen Bartlett 27 Irene St 5460 Hwy 215 [email protected] Burton, NB E2V 4V6 East Noel, NS B0N 1J0 [email protected] [email protected] Jake Bell [email protected]
104 PPCLI Association Branches Victoria Branch Mr. D. Salmon, President The Victoria Branch is struggling like all other branches with Covid 19 restrictions. We continue to meet on the second Thursday of each month at the Pro Pats/Trafalgar Legion on the Gorge, but attendance is sparse. We usually get around six of our die-hards.
We are in the final stages of preparing our mannequin for the entrance to the Pro Pats/Trafalgar Legion. The jump jacket belonged to Colonel John Bremner and the boots are on loan from the Regimental Museum. We held our third Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Afghan Memorial on November 11th. We practiced social distancing and had around 15 in attendance. The Canadian Scottish Association kindly provided a piper and bugler. Ed Widenmaier one our stalwart members was able to attend. We are hoping to hold our Annual General meeting on 12 February but will have to wait and see what restrictions are still in place.
Wishing everyone a much better 2021 VP!
Mr. D. Salmon and Mr. E. Widmaier.
Afghanistan Memorial. PPCLI mannequin at the Pro Pats/Trafalgar Legion. 105 Edmonton Branch Mr. H. Kenny, President Another year is upon us 2020 where did the time go? The branch has had an outstanding start to the year. Jan and Feb meetings saw record attendance 40 plus at each. Then we were hit with the COVID 19. We cancelled on our gathering until September, as most of the country has. We did get in some events before the lock down. On 26 Jan we held a small service to remember all our fallen at Patricia Park. For the Regimental Birthday we held two small events one at the local pub on the 14th March and again on the17th at Patricia Park. Despite COVID 19 on the 10thAugust the 106 Birthday gathering at Patricia Park had good showing. The PPCLI Campout this year had record numbers. Due to all those who couldn’t travel outside Alberta. A great time was had by all. We had camp fires and golf games all with social distancing, all had good time. Check us out next August 2021. All of us in our Edmonton Branch, and the rest of the world watching to see what is next. Stay safe, and keep in contact with each other, we got this!
A reminder to all Patricia’s in the Edmonton area and those passing through, we hold our meetings at 1100hrs, the 4th Saturday of the month at the Kingsway Legion Branch #175. The Legion is located at 14339 50th St, Edmonton AB T5A 0S9. This will start again when we are able. If you’re in areas come see what we can offer you and what were all about, always need member and all are welcome. Also, please check out PPCLI Association Alberta and Saskatchewan Facebook page for upcoming events in and around Edmonton. Once a Patricia Always a Patricia!
Herb Kenny President Edmonton Branch
106 Atlantic Branch Mr. G. Ryan, President Atlantic Area
2020 has proven to be a difficult year for the Atlantic Branch as all planned activities were cancelled due to the pandemic. The Branch had planned on conducting our annual AGM in Greenwood, NS from 18 to 20 Sep 2020 and had no choice but to cancel the physical AGM on 30 Jul 2020 due to the pandemic, and therefore conducted a Virtual AGM on 19 Sep 2020.
During the spring of 2020, Tom Anderson was recognized by Wounded Warriors Canada for his efforts in raising $25,000 for the PTSD Service Dog Program. The following article was provided by Korean War Veteran Harold Patterson: Harold Patterson (we the 1st battalion) arrived in Korea, from aboard the troop ship USS Marine Adder, on the eve of Halloween Oct 30/1951. This was a few months after the Kapyong battle, but we did walk into a serious situation as was described in the following news report; D Company went almost directly from Incheon to the front lines, taking a train out of Incheon, and then trucking to the front. The motley group of former 1st Battalion paratroopers, some wearing their Dennison jump jackets and cherry berets, were supported by 3rd Battalion reinforcements who wore khaki berets, as well as by battle hardened 2nd Battalion holdovers, took over from the 2nd Battalion’s C Company on Hill 159.
After a night and day of continuously escalating incoming mortars and shells they were attacked by the enemy on the night of November 5, 1951. Their forward sections were overrun, and the attacks came in successive waves. They held the position, at a cost of three Patricia’s killed and 15 wounded.
"WE HELD THE LINE”!!!!!!!
Harrold Patterson and his wife Shirley at the veterans dinner in Busan Korea 2016 107 108 Top10 Reasons to Join the PPCLI Association
1. Once a Patricia, Always a Patricia. You are part of 7. Regimental History and Heritage. Memorials this Regimental Family. Regardless of background, to the fallen are sacred and must be preserved. length of service or your ‘next bound’. You will always As everyone knows Patricia Park was vandalized be a Patricia and welcome. We offer a free three-year in September 2020. We completed the repairs National membership for those released or retired before Remembrance Day. The HGMF maintains since April 2016. Take advantage of this. In particular, Frezenberg, Lansdowne, Patricia Park, and other if you are a medical release. We are here to help!!! Regimental Memorials. 2. Volunteer Patricia Program (VPP). The VPP 8. Regimental Museum. The Museum preserves supports serving, released and retired Patricias and our achievements and history. They depend on their families who need assistance. Since June 2017, funding and volunteers. The Association they have helpedover 150 individuals who were either supported the museum’s operations and outreach homeless, dealing with extensive medical bills, needed by donating $10,000 for the Victoria Cross and 60 help travelling to medical appointments, VAC Claims mm Mortar displays. or a fire team partner. We need more VPP volunteers with the time and energy to help others. 9. Fundraising. The Association cannot accomplish the above without money. Every 3. Mental Health and Suicide Awareness. 18 months, the Calgary Branch Casino raises The Association has aggressively promoted Mental between $60-80,000. The average return on Health and Suicide Awareness. We have conducted Hamilton Gault Memorial Fund investments eight workshops to date and trained 118 Patricias is $25,000 per year and a further $8-10,000 is on Mental Health and Suicide Awareness. The next donated by Association members. With more workshops will be virtual on 12-14 April 21. Get support, we can have an even greater impact. involved and attend a workshop so that you can help your brothers and sisters. Saving one life makes it 10. Regimental Influence. There are 13 Branches worthwhile. across Canada and each hold a number of social activities based on the desires of their 4. Education. In 2020, the Hamilton Gault Memorial membership. Branches keep the Regimental spirit Fund (HGMF) awarded 17 Student Bursaries for a alive and often assist individuals within their total of $21,000. Bursaries are available to serving, local area. There is no rank in the Association. If released and retired Patricias, including wives, a retired or released Pte/Cpl/MCpl, etc.. does not children, and grandchildren. Applications must be like the way things are going they can voice their submitted by 15 July. opinion and be heard. Get involved in a Branch and help chart the Way Ahead for the Branch and 5. Support to Veterans and Families. In 2021 and Association. The Association is not just for 'Old beyond, the Association will provide financial support Geezers.' It is your Association – get involved and to Col Belchner Centre in Calgary, Kipnes Centre for steer it towards activities that interest you. Veterans in Edmonton, and the Veterans Association Food Banks in Calgary and Edmonton to name just a Serving members can join and those long retired few. are also welcome! National dues are $25.00 a year and cover the costs of operating the Association 6. Cadets. Our 'Farm Team.' Young people who work hard to perpetuate our Regiment. The Association FIND OUT MORE at: http://www.ppcliassoc.ca/ provides Regimental hatbadges, shoulder flashes and on how to contact your local branch or join as an financial support to PPCLI Affiliated Cadet Corps. e-member. Cadets will benefit from your mentorship. The bottom line is the Regiment needs the Association and we need you!!! We work behind the scenes, building and protecting our legacy so that the serving component can get on with making history. 109 NEW LOOK SAME LOCAL GUN SHOP
MILITARY MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE! VETERAN OWNED AND OPERATED 110 4-510 77 AVE SE, CALGARY AB / 403-720-4867 / WWW.THESHOOTINGEDGE.COM The PPCLI Foundation
Due to the ongoing difficulty of raising money in a Covid Environment the Foundation made a number of difficult decisions over 2020. Firstly in recognition of our inability to raise funds through the conduct and or sponsorship of events we decided in the latter part of the year to shutter all activities. By necessity this resulted in the Foundation saying goodbye to our Executive Director as a cost saving measure. Ms France Bourgeois, throughout her time with the Foundation was the engine that drove our day to day activities, provided support to Regimental events beyond the strict purview of the Foundation and was the central actor in all things. The Regiment was tremendously well served by her contribution and the Foundation's Board remains grateful to her for the dedication and effort. Notwithstanding the challenges of 2020 the Foundation was able to run a number of events and support a few others early in 2020. The Hero's Hockey Challenge was conducted in Toronto against the Maple Leafs Alumni Team with a precursor event run at the Hockey Hall of Fame. The Army's 4th Canadian Division supported the event throughout with a team mostly coming out of Petawawa. Another indication that the Foundation has benefited from support across the complete Army not just the Regiment.
The Foundation does intend on revitalizing a number of its events in 2021 including the Heroes Hockey Challenge, the Business Leaders Luncheon and the Into Summit Challenge. In addition to these future events the Foundation is even more excited about the possibility of consolidating the resources and capacity of the Veteran's component. It has been increasingly clear to the Foundation's Board that with a very finite volunteer base available and a variety of different fund raising efforts that time was ripe for encouraging the Regiment to consider how it might become more efficient and effective in supporting today's veteran's and remembering and honouring our past. As a result the Foundation initiated a conversation of how it might transition into being absorbed by a wider more coherent effort in creating the much needed support for our veterans. In addition to the handful events already planned this consolidation effort will remain the main effort of the Foundation throughout 2021.
111 Regimental Kit Shop Article and photos courtesy of: MCpl Omichinski
Located within the 1 PPCLI building, the PPCLI Regimental Kit Shop is open to support the Regiment’s soldiers. We strive to provide serving members, retired members and friends of the regiment with quality products at a competitive price. Funds generated by the Kit Shop are put back into the regiment to support the PPCLI Museum, battalion family days and other regimentally centric activities and events.
Within the PPCLI Kit Shop, you will find a variety of regimentally branded products. These items include a selection of fitness attire, service and mess dress accoutrements, regimental memorabilia and gifts, approved boots and tactical equipment. The Kit Shop is also prepared to work with customers to provide special or custom orders.
You can also order all products over the phone or online. For phone orders, call 1 (780) 973-4011 Ext. 5556. For online orders visit our online store at www.kitshop.ppcli.com. All orders can be picked up at the Kit Shop or shipped to an address. Kit Shop hours of operation are Monday – Friday 0900-1530.
112 These exclusives prints will be available for purchase at the Regimental Kit Shop spring 2021!
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113 PPCLI Museum and Archives Article and photos courtesy of: J. Neven-Pugh (Archivist)
It’s been a crazy year for all, but despite the Suck of 2020, The PPCLI Museum & Archives persevered, enduring the lines, PPE, and directing arrows to wade through the chaos to maintain a tidy and efficient institution…
But first we were closed; from 13 March to 15 June, The Military Museums were closed to the public as per lockdown regulations. Once we reopened, some ongoing projects (like the Para Company renovation and the Poppy Project) were postponed. We were careful to follow distancing measures once back on-site (as seen here…)
Three temporary displays were installed this year, including one on the culture of Afghanistan; the Regimental Band; as well as Medical Personnel and Patients. The last was created as a nod to Frontline Workers, put in place in time for Remembrance Day.
Vol. 3, No. 1 of our newsletter, The Gault Press, was released before the pandemic hit, covering Canada’s role in Afghanistan; (its “Embrace the Suck” motto wound up a fitting mantra for the year). Only two editions were created this year, with several great contributions coming in for the “Morale” edition (released in December). During this time, our long-time Archivist, Jim Bowman, officially retired after 7 years of valued service to enjoy a well-earned retirement. During his leave, I stepped in to cover; as of 1 December, I was hired as the new Archivist – by the time you read this, I might be just caught up on out-standing inquiries…
"In Lieu of a 10-Foot Pole". Depiction of volunteers J. Neven-Pugh (aka Nevi) and James Morgan in the PPCLI Museum Gallery (true story). Art &Photo credit: J. Neven-Pugh, 2019. Looking ahead to the New Year, it will still be some time before life is “back to normal”, but the Museum & Archives will continue to conserve and perpetuate PPCLI’s history to the best Temporary display on Medical personnel, equipment, and patients, of our abilities. In the very least, we’ll follow the arrows. Take located in the PPCLI Gallery, 2020. Care and Stay Safe. Embrace the Suck
114 Artifacts donated to the PPCLI Museum and Archives by Capt Beaulieu and Capt St-Laurent.
Lt J.W. Patterson served with the PPCLI from 21 Sept 1916 to 6 Nov 1917, Chance Contact reaching the rank of Acting L/Cpl. After being wounded at the Battle of Article courtesy of: Maj S. Lerch Passchendaele and unable to return to active duty, he was seconded to the Canadian YMCA, with the rank of Honorary Lt. Mr. Patterson passed and Mr. J. Morgan away on 3 March 1986 at the age of 92. As circumstances would have it, Lt Patterson never received his medals for service. In March 2020 museum volunteer, appraiser, and retired Patricia, Mr. James Morgan was in Mesa, AZ, USA-loyally wearing a regimental shirt when he was approached by Mr. Rix, ex-husband of Lt Patterson’s granddaughter, Jill Rix (nee Patterson). Mr. Rix had recognized the regiment’s logo and started a conversation regarding his ex-wife and her grandfather. A long-time collector and amateur historian Mr. Morgan recognized Patterson’s name. It turns out that a friend, fellow collector, and a Patricia, Mr. Doug Hearns had recently acquired a set of FWW medals with that name. The subject of named medals had come about through their joint interest in protecting and preserving Patricias’ legacies. Believing the best place for a soldier's medals is with the family, Mr. Hearns connected with Ms. Rix to ensure she was indeed related to the Patricia whose medals he owned. After some negotiations, Mr. Hearns and Mr. Morgan arranged to have Lt Patterson’s medals sent to a legitimate family member- along with a complimentary reading package on Lt. Patterson’s war history and a period photograph, as seen in the image to the left. Photo credit: Jill Rix
115 PPCLI Second World War Veterans Article courtesy of: Sgt B. Dunphy Photos courtesy of: Butcher and Sawdo famalies.
Pte N. Butcher c 1940s. Mr. N. Butcher in Legion attire.
Noel Kelvington Stewart Butcher was born on December 5th 1920, in Kelvington Saskatchewan. On February 19th 1940 during the Second World War, Noel joined Princess Patricia Canadian Light Infantry, two months after his older brother George had enlisted in the regiment. By August he was shipped to England where he performed coastal duties and training. He landed in Sicily on July 10th 1943, as part of Operation Husky. Remarkably, Noel is one on the very few Patricias who served with the PPCLI through the campaigns in Sicily, Italy and Northwest-Europe. After the war Noel moved to Victoria, BC, where he met and fell in love with his wife Nora. Noel has 2 daughters, 2 grandchildren, and a great-grandchild, he is enjoying his retirement in Langley, BC. Happy 100th Birthday Mr. Butcher!
116 Robert Sandy Patrick Sawdo was born on April 9th 1922. He joined the military during the Second World War. He was one of few soldiers who served with the PPCLI beginning with Operation Husky, the Landing in Sicily, and through Italy and Northwest-Europe. After the war Robert worked for Port Arthur Sewer-Water Department for thirty eight years. Robert was a proud member of the Lac Des Mille Lacs First Nation, Treaty 3. He was an expert hunter, fisherman, trapper, and guided throughout Northwestern Ontario. Robert passed away on June 8th 2006.
Pte R. Sawdo c 1945.
Undated photo of Mr. Sawdo shared with RHQ by the Sawdo family. 117 With the Princess Pats in Korea Article and photos courtesy of: Mr. V. Courtenay
The Originals. They were a different kind of soldier. How can you describe them? They had a sparkle, a personal mission, a bold, defiant sense of adventure that could not be cured by hot steel, though it was often cooled down drastically, for a while. They were an intense family, different from all others, and none could explain how, but they were. Those left at Fort Lewis, Washington, when the rest of the 2nd Battalion sailed, were heart broken. Those who could not rejoin them in Korea never became the same soldiers again. To be one of them one had to have been succored by every moment, from the time of enlistment in August, 1950, through the sparkling comradery upon the Private Joe P. Martinez when they crossed the enticing Pacific, then were bashed and cajoled and whipped into shape under Big Jim Stone and the senior veterans around Miryang, then into the cauldrons of the countless hills, the long, grim march northward, where hardships were tedious and intense and demoralizing, yet these soldiers still could smile. They would call themselves, “The Originals.” There really were none others like them, and it wasn’t the U.S. Presidential Citation awarded them at Kapyong. They had been born into that family by amazing good fortune, though most would suffer for their time in Korea for the rest of their lives. None young then, would ever know youth again. All would feel Korea in their bones, and be burdened by what it had put into their minds, and their souls. All would be very, very, very proud Patricias, until the day that they died. Now most of them are gone.
Available on Amazon, "With the Princess Pats in Korea," by Vincent Courtenay, MSM.
Official book cover. Author, Mr. V. Courtenay, MSM.
118 The Art of War Article courtesy of: 2Lt D. Widmeyer
It is with great pleasure that RHQ is able to showcase the work of Korean War Veteran, and renowned artist James L. Keirstead to the Regimental Family. At the young age of 19, a then Private Keirstead set sail to Korea aboard the Marine Phoenix. An Ambulance driver, he was attached to the 2nd Battalion for a short period of time in and around the 21st of June 1952. During this time a night patrol from the 2nd battalion took artillery fire, causing the deaths of seven men and wounding a number more. Throughout the war, Pte Keirstead served as a driver for a number of field surgeons all of whom he maintained a personal relationship with after the war. Of note he became close friends with Dr. Allan Davidson, who in the years after the conflict became a collector of his art. Before becoming a full-time painter in 1965, James served as a member of the Ontario Provincial Police for 11 years in Kingston ON, the city where he continues to live with his wife to this day. Mr. Keirstead has crafted a beautiful piece in honour of the 2nd Battalion which depicts “Major George Flint leading A Co 2 PPCLI into attack positions in the hills near Kap’yong in March 1951 as a tribute, a thank you to all Koreans for their thoughtful and generous treatment of we, veterans, of Korea 1950 to 1953.” In addition to having created this work, he has made prints of it available to members of the regiment at a discounted rate as described below:
Size & cost of prints inscribed by the artist: 15” x 10” $125.00 18” x 12” $150.00 24” x16” $175.00 Plus HST & shipping
No Inscription: 15” x 10” $100.00 18” x 12” $125.00 24” x 16” $150.00 Plus HST & shipping. To order a print of "2 PPCLI in Korea March 1951" Please Email: [email protected] or phone 613-549-4044
2 PPCLI in Korea. 119 Floods, Fires, Sesame Street, and The Nobel Peace Prize Article and photos courtesy of: Mr. G. Bell OPERATION SNOWGOOSE ROTATION 49, began for my colleagues and I in February 1988 landing as a part of the Advance party for the 3 PPCLI BG deployment in support of the United Nations Forces in Cyprus (UNFICYP). I formed part of 3 Platoon, Alpha Company (identified as ‘Urban Company’ in Theatre, or call- sign 13). Our area of responsibility was a rotation between Maple House (central), Ledra Palace Ready Reserve Platoon (HQ), Mojave Section Houses (West) and lastly Frezenberg House (East), within the City of Nicosia. The 3rd Battalion was also the first into an Operational Theatre utilizing the newly acquired C7, C9, C6 and associated other weapons and EIS. This article is written from one Rifleman’s point of view, from a 32 year old memory, and with assistance from pictorial and Google Map aids, The Sentinel, and The Ric-A-Dam-Doo publications. As such I acknowledge the article may have some mistaken facts.
Pictured above L-R are Ptes Clause, Holsworth, Pickett, Bond, Spencer, Bell (writer) and Stirler.
Our Platoon commenced duty at Maple House (approximate location 35°10'25.0"N 33°21'27.3"E) after in-clearance, handover commenced with 5 RALC which went well, although there were some ‘hiccups’ at BBC Main Gate, which was addressed through political and Regiment channels. The duty of BBC Main Gate security was the responsibility of Maple House inhabitants and provided access security to visitors at BBC.
The first issue we dealt with within Urban Coy, was the winter melt of snow from the Troodos Mountains (this will not be the only time you’ll read about the Troodos Mountains in this article). The Springmelt fed ensuing waters into the Pedieos River. The Mojave Section Houses had the duty of foot patrols through-out our urban sector, of which went without issue until the Spring melt commenced. In one area,where Urban Company Patricia’s from Mojave had to cross the river as a part of their patrol duty, was the infamous foot bridge traversing a normally dry or low Pedieos River bed (approximate location 35°10'39.9"N 33°20'56.9"E, +/- 1 km). It was on one patrol where a young reservist attached to our Battalion, traversed the foot bridge at the time of an onslaught of water, which as I understood it, took the bridge from under his feet. I recall the bushes in the middle of the river pointed out to me which apparently saved the reservist’s life, as he clung to them. Unfortunately one casualty of that water battle was his C7, which was swept away. Days and many weeks after, Engineers were called in to dredge and excavate that entire area; however, the C7 was never recovered during the tour. Welcome to Cyprus and Mother Nature!
120 Besides joking about the desire to take a Grizzly and take down the Markou Drakou statue at Paphos Gate, the tour was relatively “routine” up to that point for 3 Platoon Urban Company. While at Ledra Palace as reserve/ ready reaction platoon in May 1988, we were deployed to do battle, a battle again with Mother Nature, as the Dancon sector in the Troodos Mountains was ablaze. I was a Grizzly driver for 3 Platoon as we launched to fight the fires. The drive up the Troodos Mountains on roads barely wide for a goat cart was an interesting task, when half way up,I recall we met a British Box Ambulance (Amb) descending. With some hesitancy we pushed through (on the outside edge) to allow the Box Amb safer passage. When we arrived at destination, I found out from the rest of the troops that they had the back hatches open and ready to bail in case the carrier took a dive off the cliff edge. I guess I would have been the sacrificial lamb in that manoeuvre.
During our Ledra Palace stay, we were again activated, but in a more combat role as the Turks had built up the old Beaver Lodge with sandbags in excess of their negotiated allotment. I recall the rehearsals in advance of going into the Beaver Lodge area (I believe roughly located at 35°10'40.3"N 33°22'14.1"E). I was once again a Grizzly driver for the task. We rolled in with our Grizzlys prepared for trigger-time and paused nearby while a 5/4 Truck carrying the sandbag “Assaulters” entered the Beaver Lodge compound and successfully slashed sandbags. Prior to this, while staged on a nearby street, we heard the recce relay from WO Darrel Connick (RIP) over the radio and I recall Darrel relaying that the Turks were moving forward with Anti- Armour weaponry, things were tense, but exciting at the same time. I also recall a young local Greek Cypriot boy providing water to the troops as we waited for our marching orders either way. We all cautiously laughed at each other when we discovered the boy was filling the water glass up from a local outdoor tap. Mission accomplished with Beaver Lodge - no trigger-time, and for me, no throne-time from the water either.
121 July 31st 1988, 3 Platoon manned and occupied Frezenberg House(approximate location 35°10'37.1"N 33°22'06.4"E) and its associated OP’s. I cannot recall the OP I was assigned to along with Will Brunskill that morning, but I know it was on the Rural/Urban Company border area for 3 PPCLI near the old city wall (approximately 35°10'40.0"N 33°22'15.4"E). I recall returning to Frezenberg House for breakfast after starting morning duty at the OP. I had just finished up breakfast heading back to gear-up to return to the OP, and while near our CP room, all hell broke loose on the radio, combined with the notification by Lonnie Grandmaison. My section commander (then Sgt) Rick Dumas grabbed me and informed me there was a shooting. Cyprus military magazine. We locked and loaded, and hustled down towards a blind spot between OPs on the “Eight minute walk” [a patrolling trail used in that area of the Buffer Zone (BZ) where no vehicle traffic could traverse (normally)]. I recall turning one hard right corner as Turkish troops kindly pointed out the direction to go. Once we rounded that tight corner (~20 feet between each side of the BZ) I observed “Goodie” (Dale Gaudet) in kneeling position taking up defensive posture observing mainly the Turkish OP’s as others assisted Greek Cypriot National Guard Sgt Evagoras Evagorou, who sustained two gun-shot wounds, one in his left forearm, and the other in his abdomen. After securing the perimeter I aided Lonnie Grand maison, Terry Stirler, Shane White (all three first on the scene)and others as they sat Sgt Evagorou up, so they could patch up the wound in his back. His forearm was already tended to. As I helped lift Evagorou, he looked me right in the eyes obviously in considerable pain. Concurrently (then Sgt) Dumas and the chain of command was coordinating to get clearance to bring over a Greek Cypriot Doctor who was waiting on the Greek side of the BZ on stand-by. I am unclear if the CP was having no luck with communicating with the Turk side, or the Turk side denied giving permission for anyone entering the BZ. Either way Rick and the chain of command made the decision (with or without the Turkish permission) to escort the Doctor over the wall, heavily guarded by our troops to tend to Evagorou. We finished our casualty aid and conducted a foot med-evac for Evagorou on stretcher, along with the Doctor, back over the Greek-Cypriot wall to seek hospital attention. Sadly Sgt Evagorou did not survive his wounds despite our efforts, and I recall the Greek Cypriot media having a field day at our expense. Our Platoon and Company ended up conducting scene security over the next hours and days so the Australian Federal Police (UNCivPol) contingent conducted their homicide investigation. Within a week of this incident the Engineers came in and turned the “Eight Minute Walk” into a ’30 second drive’ as I deemed it. Our Section took blue/white painted rocks, and named the route “Sesame Street”. The Battalion hierarchy soon changed the name, to “Patricia Way” (or vice versa). I’ll always remember the new road as Sesame Street. Besides the images permanently ingrained in my mind like it was yesterday, I took away for the first time, the odour of spilled blood in a hot climate, aniron- filled nasal sensory that never left me, and one that I would re-visit again in 2010 in Kabul, Afghanistan. My Late brother’s birthday was also July 31st – so this will be forever part of my life. This one incident, along with the other adventures, did make us a tighter Band of Brothers for sure.
Pictured to the right is L-R (front to back) MCpl Young, Ptes Grandmaison, Gaudet, (then Sgt) Dumas, Ptes Bell, Stirler, Acheson, Bond and Brunskill at Maple House.
122 As an update, there was a Facebook posting on the Canadian Armed Forces Operations page in the summer of 2020, where a stone marker for “Patricia Way” (dedicated by Lady Patricia Brabourne in 1991), was relocated and restored by our British army counterparts and one of our last Canadian Peacekeepers on the island. That encryption reads “PATRICIA WAY/Dedicated By/THE RIGHT HONOURABLE/COUNTESS MOUNTBATTEN OF BURMA CD JP DL/COLONEL-IN-CHIEF/PRINCESS PATRICIA’S CANADIAN LIGHT INFANTRY/8 May 1991”. Search Facebook for “Patricia Way” in quotes, and you will find the posts.
Sentinel magazine, 1988.
The remainder of the Tour was fairly ‘uneventful’ (from my point of view), participating in some UN and Battalion competitions, including attending a ‘dog and pony’ show with the British at Blue Beret Camp complete with one of our Grizzlies. I took British families on a spin in the Grizzly on the airfield, afterwards showing the British Army how to drive a Grizzly and in turn I learned to drive a Ferret Scout Car. I think to top ‘this adventure’ off, was the United Nations’ Peacekeepers winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1988. We always joked about splitting the monetary reward, and there were lots of rumours about a specific recognition of the prize (e.g. a clasp on the UNFICYP Medal). Years later, the Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal (CPSM) was born, to recognize all Canadian peacekeepers since 1947 of their efforts. 123 The Retirement Statue
Photo credit: Cpl V. Charbonneau.
Service in the Patricia’s is an honour that we all understand and for our years of dedication we are presented with a gift on retirement. Though few serving Patricias know the background of the statue, it is an important regimental custom that we should understand. Selected by the Regimental Executive Committee in the early 1980s, it was to be unique and of such an intrinsic and personal value that each retiree would be proud to receive such a gift as a reminder of his/her service with the regiment. The soldier exemplifies the founding of the regiment and service to Canada above all else. As soldiers are the backbone of the regiment it is also a reminder to leaders at all levels of their most important responsibility: to train, lead and care for the soldiers under their command. RHQ would like to thank LGen Crabbe (Ret'd) for sharing, and therefore preserving this piece of regimental history. VP
124 Colours
Lady Patricia and Hamilton Gault holding the original Colours c1924.
The Heritage Structure of the Canadian Forces: “Colours are an organization’s most prized possession. They are presented personally by the Sovereign or by an individual...nominated to act on the Sovereign's behalf. They are visible symbols of pride, honour and devotion to Sovereign and country. On presentation, Colours are consecrated by the Chaplain General assisted by the unit chaplains.” At present, the PPCLI is due to replace two Queen’s Colours and three Regimental Colours. Directory of History and Heritage has been engaged and production has been requested. On completion, the regiment will plan a parade for presentation, potentially at the 110th Anniversary of the Regiment. VP
A photo worthy of preserving in our archives! Division Sergeants-Major for the 5th Canadian Division (CWO Smith); the 3rd Canadian Division (CWO Kiens); and the 2nd Canadian Division (CWO Forest).
125 The Rifles Article and photos courtesy of: The Bugle, The Journal of The Rifles
The regiment has been challenged in more ways then it could have ever imagined during 2020, but like true Riflemen – whether British or Canadian, we got on with it and delivered everything in style and at 140 to the minute. Many planned events failed to materialise because of the pandemic, but it did not prevent the changeover of Colonel-in-Chief with The Duke of Edinburgh passing the baton to HRH The Duchess of Cornwall. Our association with her is already strong because she is already the Royal Colonel to 4 RIFLES and has asked to remain so despite taking on a bigger role. Operationally our battalions have been busy serving abroad in Afghanistan on Op TORAL providing training and mentoring, on Op TOSCA in Cyprus fulfilling a UN tour, in Estonia on Op CABRIT as part of the NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence deterring Russia. Op ORBITAL in the Ukraine where we have been providing training to the armed forces of Ukraine following the annexation of Crimea and Eastern Ukraine. Closer to home Op RESCRIPT saw the regiment commit to helping the civilian authrorities during the handling of the pandemic from driving ambulances to building mobile hospitals. Life as a Rifleman is never quiet ‘normal’, as our cousins in the PPCLI can testify to themselves.
The Duchess of Cornwall assumes the role of Colonel-in-Chief of The Rifles from Prince Phillip, the Duke of Edinburgh, on regimental day 22 July 2020.
126 1st Battalion
The battalion has rarely stood still in 2020. Within weeks of recovering from operations in Kabul, a 120-strong group comprising members of A, C and Support companies deployed to the Falklands in January as the roulement infantry company. Expecting at most three months away, they ended up completing six. Concurrently, B Company worked alongside the Indian Army, creating a genuinely integrated international force on Ex AJEYA WARRIOR, held over on Salisbury Plain. Bu then, as the UK entered lockdown, the Battalion switched focus to three tasks: driving ambulances for the Welsh Ambulance Service, staffing the nationwide mobile testing units, and adapting our routines in Beachley Barracks to sustain and support the training of ourselves as a fighting battalion. Nearly 50 Riflemen became proficient within ambulance crews, operating across South Wales for three months. Nearly half of the Battalion contributed to the pandemic response, either as testing teams, or by relieving others for duties ‘in the COVID fight’, or by helping with the physical build of Nightingale hospitals. Thankfully we got back to soldering later in the year when Ex CHOSEN MAN saw the entire Battalion either competing in or enabling a week-long programme of events designed to assess our basic soldiering aptitude across the board. The week culminated in a ‘surprise’ test phase for the serjeants and junior officers, deliberately creating the conditions of confusion, fatigue, and mental overload, allowing lessons to be learnt in an environment recognisably akin to the chaos and friction of operations. Chosen Man Rang Work. 2nd Battalion The Second Battalion launched into 2020 finalising its preparations for deployment to Op TORAL 10 with an intense beat-up period or training before Afghanistan. TORAL 10 was a different experience to that which we expected. Characterised by COVID, US and NATO retrograde, and inexorably slow progress towards the Afghan Peace Negotiations, we found that our tempo was significantly lower than we had trained and prepared for. While violence in Kabul was high, the Taliban carefully calibrated it to avoid attracting coalition response. Meanwhile, ISIS-K, who had the intent, lacked the capability, at least during our deployment. Maintaining our own tempo was key and we did this through the medium of training, constantly pushing the boundaries. We made good use of the live fire ranges on the outskirts of Kabul, the British Puma air detachment, and other coalition assets to support exciting training and readiness exercises to keep us sharp. This training was planned and carried out amidst a steady drumbeat of advisor force protection taskings: moving high-ranking NATO advisors across the city and providing security for their meetings with their Afghan counterparts. Meanwhile, those who remained in Northern Ireland, as part of the 350-strong Rear Operations Group (ROG), maintained their readiness in support of the Op TORAL 10 deployment. With a skeleton Chain of Command in place, they were able to exploit time available to their advantage which involved recruit training, plenty of fitness and on- going range work in the build-up to shooting team selection. Kabul ARF training. 127 3rd Battalion
2020 was a year of both development and rehabilitation for 3 RIFLES. After an incredibly busy 2019 with elements of the battalion deployed to Iraq on Op SHADER, planning for 2020 was focussed on ensuring good low-level training, interspersed with operations, as we build our new role in the Army’s STRIKE Brigade.The year began with a team from 3 RIFLES deployed in the Balkans, conducting training and reconnaissance with partner nations. This was a fantastic opportunity for the soldiers and officers selected, mainly from Fire Support and Headquarter Companies, being absorbed within another culture and working with so many other nationalities for a common goal. Back in the UK, a very successful series of Fire Support Company cadres bolstered our manpower in each of the critical warfighting support roles to the Rifle Companies: Reconnaissance, Snipers, Anti-Tanks, Assault Pioneers, Mortars and Machine Guns. Sadly, this proved to be the last major training of note prior to lockdown, at which point our attention switched to Op RESCRIPT, the UK Government’s response to the Coronavirus pandemic. Initially, this saw 3 RIFLES personnel testing PPE and training NHS staff in its usage in Glasgow hospitals. Subsequently, the unit deployed over 150 Riflemen to run up to ten concurrent Mobile Testing Units across Scotland for four months, providing thousands of tests in support of the NHS.The latter half of 2020 has seen 3 RIFLES return to a more normal footing and a high tempo of training and support to operations. C Company has led Op ORBITAL in the Ukraine, training Ukrainian forces in a range of military skills, including planning, medical treatment and infantry tactics. A series of Short-Term Training Teams deployed, alongside soldiers from the Danish Army, and trained over 450 Ukrainian personnel over a 6-month period.
Op ORBITAL training UKR Forces. 4th Battalion
The battalion is entering its fourth year in the Specialised Infantry role and 2020 was a challenging, yet highly rewarding year. Our operational effort has remained focussed in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, COVID-19 has seen your Riflemen support Her Majesty’s Government on operations in the UK. Despite the challenges faced this year, the Battalion has managed to complete two large-scale Unconventional Warfare Exercises in the USA, which are the first of their kind for the British Army. In true skirmisher style, our Riflemen are innovating and driving the Specialised Infantry concept forward. Our operational cycle of eight months on operations, eight months on contingency and eight months spent training remains unchanged. The focus for 2020 has been to develop and refine the Specialised Infantry concept and to ensure that the Fourth Battalion is leading the way in this regard. Two companies deployed on Unconventional Warfare Exercises (UWEX) in the USA. These exercises are used by the US Special Operations Forces as pre-deployment tests and have seen Riflemen return to the dense woods of North America, where our antecedent regiments first developed their skirmishing trade. In February, R Company were the first to attend a UWEX in Texas.
128 5th Battalion
At the dawn of 2020, the Battalion was committed to operations. B Company was deployed in Estonia and the remainder was held at readiness as the UK’s Standby Battalion. In quick succession Mortar Platoon was deployed to assist the Civil Authorities with flood recovery, focussed on gaining access to isolated care homes. Then, just before we handed on the UK Standby responsibility, the Battalion supported the repatriation of flights from China, following the COVID-19 outbreak. We did not appreciate what was to come. Our planned exercising in Canada, as well as the immediate preparatory exercises unravelled. The challenge was to achieve the necessary training standards for our deployment to Estonia and Herculean planning efforts enabled a full Battlegroup deployment across training areas, in order to achieve the mission-ready standards for both live firing and manoeuvre training. In Estonia, we have been extremely busy. Our first 2 months were spent exercising across the region and refining our skills. We fully integrated into the Estonian 1st Brigade and the National Home Defence Plan. We also delivered a Potential JNCO cadre out in Estonia alongside our all-arms Battlegroup colleagues and Estonian partners. The highlights have included an assault on the old Tallinn prison and a final, maritime attack launched from an Estonian Navy Minesweeper onto a disused Russian naval base. Our engagement has been broad, and we have been able to invest heavily in the fabric of Estonian society, often led by our Bugle Platoon. Moreover, we have been able to conduct adventure training and sport. Op CABRIT on patrol in Estonia.
6th Battalion
Following months of planning and training, over one hundred and twenty members of the battalion deployed as the principal unit on Op TOSCA 33 - the UK’s contribution to the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus. This was historic, not least because it was the first time one reserve Brigade took over from another – which just happened to be our sister reserve 7 RIFLES. The battalion has deployed an almost entirely reservist battlegroup, well supported by 2nd Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment and jointly cap badged under the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP). Our Riflemen have been conducting critical tasks including supervising ceasefire lines, maintaining the status quo of the Buffer Zone and undertaking humanitarian activities in support of the mission of the Secretary-General of the United Nations. As expected the Riflemen have risen to the challenge without complaint and have knuckled down to the job in hand. We have protected periods of operational stand-down cognisant that it is now the only opportunity to have some respite 'off the line'. Each Riflemen receiving at least one adventurous training package, with lots on offer including scuba-diving, free fall parachuting, cycling and mountain climbing.
6 & 7 RIFLES RSM's UN handover. 129 7th Battalion
7 RIFLES’ main effort was to deploy a battlegroup as peacekeepers to Cyprus on Op TOSCA. It was the largest deployment of the Army Reserve as a single formed unit under its own chain of command since the Army Reserve’s formation under the Army 2020 programme and the significance of this was not lost on us all. The battlegroup flew out just as COVID-19 started to rage around the world. Our first experience of Cyprus was a two-week quarantine at Bloodhound Camp in Episkopi. The time at Bloodhound was spent training and acclimatising. Working in an international mission was fascinating; TOSCA is certainly an interesting tour. Everything from daily patrols to planned operations saw a host of nationalities work together, all wearing the blue beret. By the end of the tour, relations with all the Greek Cypriot National Guard units and two out of the three Turkish Forces units could be fairly described as very good or excellent. In March over 120 volunteers offered to help at home as the UK went into battle with COVID-19. They were tasked to support efforts in the SE of England and conducted mission-specific training, learning how to operate Mobile Testing Units (MTUs) resulting in them delivering tests to 5,113 people. The Battalion also provided personnel for Op CABRIT in Estonia helping to fill key gaps in 5 RIFLES’ ranks. UN Tour ceremonial duties. 8th Battalion
The 8th Battalion is the Army’s youngest Infantry unit and as such has lots to prove to everyone. 2020 was spent getting our thinking-fighting Riflemen up to the necessary standards to soldier at the levels expected, and across the Battalion everyone had to think on their feet when we realised the significance of COVID-19 and how it was going to affect infanteering. Op RESCRIPT provided an excellent opportunity to stress-test our ability to generate critical mass in support of national resilience, and although not used in large numbers, some of our officers were mobilised as Yorkshire and County Durham- based Military Liaison LO roles. As a reserve battalion we are used to providing manpower where it is needed and some of our Riflemen have been supporting 5 RIFLES on Op CABRIT as well as to Op TORAL as part of the 2 RIFLES Battlegroup. Later in the year our Annual Deployment Exercise (ADE) in Wales was a success. The first week was focused on shooting, with a full 8 days of training dedicated to developing marksmanship skills across a wide range of section weapons. The SA-80, GPMG, Sharpshooter, Pistol and UGL were all used. The live firing serials culminated in a section in defence exercise and a competition shoot. During the second week, Riflemen were given formal training in both mental health, first aid awareness and first aid at work. These skills are not only desirable military skills, but also granted them civilian qualifications to take back to their workplaces. We look forward to 2021 hopefully returning to ‘normal’ so that everyone can get back to the serious work of being infantry soldiers.
Range work. 130 Captain Bryce Lockwood, posted to 3 RIFLES a Fire Support Company 2IC, taking a detour to Stonehenge while deployed on Ex BUGLE SCREEN fall, 2020.
131 The PPCLI Living History Unit Canadian Military Heritage Society: cmhslivinghistory.org
C Coy November 2018 (photo Dave Freeman).
7 Coy Cdn Machine Gun Corps (Photo Dave Freeman). Watching the Battle Unfold (Photo Doug Clark).
Bayonet Training at Camp Niagara (Photo Doug Clark). Members of #2 Rifle Section 10 Platoon enjoying some down time in our underground bunker. (Photo Doug Clark). 132 2483 PPCLI RCACC - Esquimalt, BC
2483 cadets receive a hands-on tour of the Naval Bridge Simulator at Workpoint Barracks. 2483 cadets participated on a day hike to the summit of Mt Maguire in East Sooke Park.
2483 senior cadets proudly receiving their PPCLI New Soldier Manuals from the regiment. Summiting Mt Finlayson in Goldstream Provincial Park with masks on.
Don't know knots, tie lots! Virtual training on Zoom. 2483 PPCLI Challenge Coin makes it rounds on various adventures throughout Alberta & British Columbia with Mr. Brian Cole. 133 134 135 The Saltoun & St Anne’s Church Connections to the PPCLI Article and photos courtesy of: BGen V. Kennedy (Ret'd)
In Surrey, England, but 10 kms from Bisley where one shoots, and nestled near Camberley where one reads, is Bagshot. In Bagshot there is St Anne’s Church. St Anne’s is a Victorian neo-gothic Church, completed in 1884 with the backing and patronage of Prince Arthur, 7th child and 3rd son of Queen Victoria. Prince Artur was named, a decade before the Church got built, 1st Duke of Connaught and Strathern. His first daughter, Margaret was born in Bagshot Park and married into the Swedish royal family, becoming the Crown Princess of Sweden. His second daughter Princess Patricia would be a young woman when she went with her shy Mother the former Princess Louise of Prussia and her Dad to Canada, where she was most unlike her Mother – active and outgoing, and stood in often as the Rideau maven in Mother’s place. She also lent her name to Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, accepting flowers from the children in our Regiment, PPCLI. After she gave up her titles and the garden of St Anne’s Church, Bagshot England after the dedication became known as Lady Patricia Ramsay, our first Lady service. The lady to the Queen Mother’s right is not yet identified. In Patriciaagain lived in England near Bagshot. She was a front, Louise Alexandra Patricia Nicholson, eldest daughter of Katherine frequent face in St Anne’s, and donated an oil painting Nicholson, Mistress of Saltoun. Reverend David Holt officiated. there in 1968 in thanks, which still adorns the chapel. . It was not unusual then, that after Lady Patricia died in 1974, that her regiment with her family decided to place a memorial tablet in St Anne’s Church for her and Lord Ramsay. This was done after a formal memorial service for Patricia and her husband in Frogmore with a newly installed sparkling marble gravestone cap, 25 March 1990. Elizabeth the Queen Mother attended at the grave and at the memorial and dedication service at St Anne’s Church, which was packed.
Lady Patricia’s one child – Alexander Arthur Alfonso David Maule Ramsay of Mar – married Flora Fraser, who had become the 21st Lady Saltoun, head of the Fraser clan, both a retained Scottish Lord and master of a Scottish castle. On the memorial tablet unveiled in St Anne’s that day in 1990 then, the rather unique title of Lady Saltoun, the daughter-in-law of our own original Princess Patricia, appears. Ramsay of Mar, on the tablet as well, died himself later that same year. Lady Saltoun lives yet, having turned 90 on 18 October 2020, in Ballater, Scotland. Her daughter, Katharine Nicholson, the Mistress of Saltoun, lives close by in Cairnbulg Castle, Fraserburgh, Scotland. Katharine’s three daughters are all great-granddaughters of the first Lady Patricia.
The Marble Cap and Engraving, Frogmore. 136 A Patrica Remembered Article and photos courtesy of: Mr. K. Scott
When Kyle Scott became a service officer for the Legion, he didn’t know how close he would get with veterans and their families. One of those veterans happened to be Leo, who at a youth age decided he wanted to join the Army. Leo became an infantryman with none other than Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry.
Kyle and Leo often talked about Leo’s deployment to Germany in the early 1950’s, when we often hear stories of adventure, Leo told it as it really was; he spoke of the hardships the people faced post-war, the destroyed towns and the mourning of lost loved ones.
Leo completed his service with honour and went back home working different jobs until he eventually ran his own business.
In the last couple of year Kyle was able to help Leo with his Veterans Affairs claims and made sure he was well taken care of. One day he called Kyle and asked if he could help him. His affairs were in order for his loved one Anne, but he wanted a military grave marker with his beloved Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry on it, Kyle promised to do all that he asked. Kyle being able to see him before he passed let him now all was in order and cherished there last encounter. Leo, a true friend of Kyle’s passed away, these were his last remarks:
“Wherever you are Leo, likely with the rest of those crazy Patricias up there, I just want you to know...”
Mission accomplished.
Rest easy my friend. I’ll stop by often.
Mr. K. Scott, visiting Mr. L. McMahon. Installation of Mr. McMahon's The final product. head stone. 137 Gordon Smith Remembered Article and photos courtesy of: Capt A. Goddard
Gordon Smith was remembered with a small ceremony on 3 Oct 2020, held at his West Vancouver house with his closest friends. The ceremony saw the interment of his ashes, along with the ashes of his wife, Marion Smith, near the entrance of their home and alongside his art studio, where he created world renowned works of art for nearly sixty years. This small, intimate ceremony was much different than the celebration of life that had been planned when Gordon died in January 2020 at the age of 100, which would have seen hundreds of people gather to honour Gordon’s life at the largest public venue in West Vancouver. Even so, his life was honoured with dignity and grace as he was laid to rest with his wife.
Gordon started his art career as a young man in Winnipeg, MB before signing up to serve with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles in 1939. Transferred to the PPCLI in 1942, then-Lieutenant Smith went on to serve as the Regiment’s Intelligence Officer during the invasion of Sicily. He was wounded in Sicily and was sent back to England to recuperate before returning to his wife in Vancouver, in 1944. It was at this point that Gordon’s long and very successful art career took off. He taught art at the Vancouver School of Art for ten years, and at the University of British Columbia for twenty-six years before retiring to paint full-time.
Gordon was remembered as being incredibly giving, warmly hospitable and very kind. It was said that if you came into Gordon’s home, he made you feel like royalty; he treated every guest with the utmost respect and kindness. This warmth of his character influenced the choice of having Gordon and Marion interred near the entrance of their home, where they had greeted so many guests over their lives. Of Gordon’s art career, it was noted that he exhibited his art over a period of 80 years, a testament to Gordon’s incredible work ethic and deep love for art. Gordon is remembered in the words of his close friends, the Right Honorable Adrienne Clarkson and her husband, John Ralston Saul:
“Gordon Smith was a close friend, a great soldier and a brilliant artist. He was interested and curious about everything to the end. He lived a long time, but he was never old. The sparkle in his eyes and the beautiful smile in that handsome face will be with me always” - Colonel-in-Chief PPCLI the Right Honorable Adrienne Clarkson.
"Gordon Smith and my father were friends and they went together to sign up. So, Gordon was always part of the mythology of the Patricia's in our family. Every time I saw him in Vancouver he would talk of the Regiment and his regimental friends. Gordon was a great painter, one of the greats of our time. He had a spark in his eyes throughout his century of life, painting all the way. He was a wonderful gentleman of whom the Regiment should be very proud." - John Ralston Saul.
Capt Goddard, PPCLI and Pte Viet-Phi Vo, Seaforth Highlanders of Canada attended the ceremony for Mr. Smith. The internment ceremony for Mr. Gordon Smith. 138 Remembering Christie Blatchford (1951 – 2020) Article and photos courtesy of: Col K. Gallinger
Canada lost a powerful and irreplaceable public voice with the passing of Christie Blatchford. The Regiment lost a true friend who had genuine respect for our soldiers and a profound understanding of their motivations and sacrifices.
Christie had a well-earned reputation as a hard-nosed, uncompromising journalist. In the outpouring of fond memories and condolences following her death, perhaps the most fitting compliment paid to her was that she had a habit of sticking up for the little guy.
In 2006, Christie found herself as an embedded journalist with Task Force ORION in Kandahar, Afghanistan. As Colonel Ian Hope, Commanding Officer of Task Force ORION, described after her death, “she demonstrated to all of us that there was no place too remote or austere for her to live with us in, no situation too dangerous, no Canadian soldier too rough or crude for her not to win over with her unique directness, toughness and impeccable common sense.”
Something that many can identify with, the time Christie spent in Afghanistan became life-altering. By her own admission, she became “hooked” on Canada’s soldiers and their “stories of bravery, friendship, life and death. ”Fifteen Days, the book that was based on her meticulous interviews and research following her time in Afghanistan, won the 2008 Governor General’s Literary Award for Non-fiction. Fifteen Days is a book that could only be written by someone with Christie’s talent and integrity. Published, as it was, early in the Afghanistan Campaign, it did more to help Canadians understand and appreciate their soldiers than anything before or since.
Christie Blatchford is owed respect and gratitude for taking the time to listen, and helping our regiment tell a story worthy of being told.
She will be missed, but not forgotten.
Photo credit: The National Post.
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LGen Eyre NDHQ LCol Rule CDI MGen Dawe CANSOFCOM LCol Sattler C Army OUTCAN USA BGen Errington CFC Toronto LCol Schaub 1 PPCLI BGen Fletcher 3 CAN Div LCol Thamer 3 PPCLI BGen Ritchie Fort Bragg, USA LCol van Eijk 1 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn BGen Wright JTF-I Command LCol Vivian VCDS Col Adair CFC LCol Watson JTFW HQ Col Blanc SJS LCol Weber CANSOFCOM Col Frederickson TF EL GORAH LCol White 39 CBG HQ Col Gallinger DGMC LCol Williams SJS OUTCAN USA Col Jurkowski CDA HQ LCol Wilson NATO IMS Col L'Heureux Op JTF IMPACT LCol Wright CADTC HQ Col MacGregor SJS Maj Adams 3 PPCLI Col MacKeen 3 Cdn Div HQ Maj Bain 3 PPCLI Col Mills Calgary Maj Barker CDAO - Malaysia Col Niven CMP Maj Barry 3 Cdn Div HQ Col Raymond DPMC OpH Maj Bone CANSOFCOM Col Rutland 1 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn Maj Borer DG IS Pol Col Schmidt CANSOFCOM Maj Bowers SJS Col Stalker CANMILREP Maj Braybrook 1 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn Col Strickland CACSC Maj Brooks DG IS Pol LCol Allen CANSOFCOM Maj Brown 2 PPCLI LCol Anderson C Army Maj Butler CFB Suffield LCol Atwell Cameron Highr Maj Campbell VCDS OUTCAN - Europe LCol Barker 1 CDN DIV HQ Maj Carew 1 PPCLI LCol Beyer C Army Det Kingston Maj Carthew CANSOFCOM LCol Boyuk Ottawa Maj Castelli 3 PPCLI LCol Callaerts NATO AFFILIATED ORGS Maj Chow CANSOFCOM LCol Campbell 3 CDSB Edmonton Maj Chupik 2 PPCLI LCol Chorley Calgary Maj Clark C Army LCol Darras CTC HQ Maj Clarke 3 Cdn Div HQ LCol Davies Tactics School Maj Code C Army LCol Fitzgerald CDAO, Brazil Maj Cressall 2 PPCLI LCol von Finckenstein NATL CJCR Sp Gp HQ Maj Desjardins CFB Shilo LCol Grubb Regina Maj Fancey Cere Guard LCol Hackett CDA HQ Maj Fejes RMC LCol Hart 3 CDSB Edmonton Maj Foley CAF TU AB/North LCol Higgins SJS Maj Forsyth CANSOFCOM LCol Johnston CANSOFCOM Maj Foster 3 Cdn Div TC LCol Joudrey 5 Cdn Div HQ Maj Gatehouse 3 PPCLI LCol Laidlaw CANSOFCOM Maj Grace Tactics School LCol Lane 38 CBG HQ Maj Gray 2 PPCLI LCol Leblanc CFD Maj Gregoire ATL LCol Leifso CFB Suffield Maj Gregory CDAO, Mexico LCol Luft CJWC Maj Grubb C Army LCol Mandaher SHAPE Maj Hagemeyer C Army LCol McMichael CANSOFCOM Maj Hanson ATL LCol Moore CACSC Maj Hartwick ATL LCol Mossop CMTC Maj Hildebrandt CFB Kingston LCol Mundy CANSOFCOM Maj Hogan ATL LCol Panchana Moya TF DRC Maj Hudson CDA OUTCAN USA LCol Patrick ACO ORGS (S) Maj Hughes FMF Cape Breton LCol Reekie 2 PPCLI Maj Hutton CANSOFCOM LCol Reiffenstein SHAPE Maj Kruger CANSOFCOM 140 Rank Name Unit Rank Name Unit
Maj Kwon 2 PPCLI Capt Billingsley 1 PPCLI Maj Lerch RHQ Capt Bonnar 2 PPCLI Maj Litzenberger 2 PPCLI Capt Bowen 2 PPCLI Maj Long 1 PPCLI Capt Boyes 3 PPCLI Maj Lunney 3 Cdn Div HQ Det Man Capt Buss Kingston Maj MacCormac Infantry School Capt Butyniec 3 Cdn Div TC Maj MacLeod CDA OUTCAN Europe Capt Buzoiu 1 PPCLI Maj MacLeod Op JTF IMPACT Capt Byrne-BelangerR Wpg Rif Maj Macpherson CJOC HQ Capt Carswell CJOC HQ Maj Mahon CANSOFCOM Capt Cathcart 3 PPCLI Maj Malazdrewicz 38 CBG HQ Capt Chadwick 3 PPCLI Maj Maringer CADTC HQ Det Ottawa Capt Chapman 1 PPCLI Maj Marsh Tactics School Capt Choi C Army Maj Marshall SJS Capt Claire 3 Cdn Div TC Maj Merry RMC Capt Collins CAAWC Maj Miller 3 Cdn Div HQ Capt Commodore CANSOFCOM Maj Mitton New Brunswick Capt Cooper CMTC Maj O'Neil 1 PPCLI Capt Costello CDA HQ Maj Petersen C Army Capt Cote PSTC Maj Petrin 1 PPCLI Capt Couto CFB (O-G) Maj Power CANSOFCOM Capt Crosbie CFLRS Maj Pridmore 1 PPCLI Capt Dabels 2 PPCLI Maj Redburn 3 CDSB Edmonton Capt Dancey Infantry School Maj Robertson CJOC HQ Capt Dandrade CFB Borden Maj Rollins 3 Cdn Div HQ Capt Delamont 1 PPCLI Maj Ross C Army Capt Desaulniers CFRC Vancouver Maj Schmidt CANSOFCOM Capt Deutschman 1 PPCLI Maj Sharpe 3 CDSB Edmonton,Det Wainwright Capt DeViller Infantry School Maj Shuman 3 CDSB Edmonton Capt Dudley 3 PPCLI Maj Stevens 3 Cdn Div HQ Capt Duggan CANSOFCOM Maj Summerfield 3 PPCLI Capt Edge C Army Maj Tebo ATL Capt Ehrenfellner 3 PPCLI Maj Testa CANSOFCOM Capt Epplett 2 PPCLI Maj Thomas CFD Capt Ethier 2 PPCLI Maj Tompkins C Army Capt Filis CAF TU AB/North Maj Tower 3 Cdn Div TC Capt Finbow 3 PPCLI Maj Tymchuk 2 PPCLI Capt Finlayson 3 Cdn Div HQ Maj Udesen Op PRESENCE Capt Flabbi CANSOFCOM Maj Wong DGMPSS Capt Frank TC Edmonton Maj Wright 3 Cdn Div HQ Capt Friesen 1 CRPG Maj Wyatt 3 PPCLI Capt Frocklage 3 PPCLI Maj Zivkow Op JTF IMPACT Capt Gaucher CANSOFCOM Capt Allen CADTC HQ Capt Glover 3 PPCLI Capt Allison L Edmn Regt Capt Goddard R Westmnr R Capt Anderson Infantry School Capt Gunn 1 PPCLI Capt Anthony 3 Cdn Div HQ Capt Hancharuk CMTC Capt Askeland Cameron Highr Capt Hanna Kingston Capt Aviles 3 Cdn Div TC Capt Hawes 1 PPCLI Capt Baker 5 Cdn Div HQ Capt Herbison 1 PPCLI Capt Barrett 1 PPCLI Capt Henderson CFLRS Capt Beaulieu 2 R22eR Capt Hewitt 1 PPCLI Capt Beermann 41 CBG HQ Capt Hodgkinson 2 PPCLI Capt Bennett RMC Capt Holden DFL Capt Best 3 PPCLI Capt Holdway 3 PPCLI 141 Rank Name Unit Rank Name Unit
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WO Stratford 1 PPCLI Sgt Brunsgaard CFB Wainwright WO Sullivan CFB Wainwright Sgt Burton Comox WO Surgeson CFB Edmonton Sgt Cabat 2 PPCLI WO Taylor Trenton Sgt Cady 3 PPCLI WO Thomson CFB Edmonton Sgt Capiak CFB Wainwright WO Thrush Yellowknife Sgt Carter CFB Edmonton WO Tio-Tio CFB Wainwright Sgt Cawdell CFB Shilo WO Trevors CFB Wainwright Sgt Chapdelaine CFB Suffield WO Tuepah Kingston Sgt Choong Petawawa WO Tuff CFB Edmonton Sgt Cleaver 1 PPCLI WO Tulabing Kamloops Sgt Clendenning 1 PPCLI WO Turesky CFB Gagetown Sgt Cole CFB Shilo WO Turner 3 PPCLI Sgt Collen 2 PPCLI WO Uhl CFB Edmonton Sgt Connolly 3 PPCLI WO Vandoremalen CFB Gagetown Sgt Coveney CFB Wainwright WO Verch CFB Gagetown Sgt Cox 1 PPCLI WO Verhoog 2 PPCLI Sgt Craddock 2 PPCLI WO Vickerman CFB Wainwright Sgt Culbert 2 PPCLI WO Von Engelhardt 2 PPCLI Sgt Curativo CFB Wainwright WO Warren CFB Gagetown Sgt Deas CFB Gagetown WO Webber CFLRS Sgt Deschênes 3 PPCLI WO Weiss 2 PPCLI Sgt Doyle 3 PPCLI WO Wagner CFB Wainwright Sgt Drydak 1 PPCLI WO Wilkinson CFB Wainwright Sgt Dunphy 1 PPCLI WO Wilson CFB Wainwright Sgt Dunstan 3 PPCLI WO Winfield 1 PPCLI Sgt Embree 2 PPCLI WO Zaharoff 1 PPCLI Sgt Fejerdi CFB Wainwright Sgt Ackersviller 3 PPCLI Sgt Fleck-Lawrence Halifax Sgt Adams CFB Wainwright Sgt Forbes CFB Edmonton Sgt Aguilera 1 PPCLI Sgt Formosa 3 PPCLI Sgt Albright CFB Shilo Sgt Fortier 1 PPCLI Sgt Anctil Yellowknife Sgt Frank CFB Wainwright Sgt Anderson 1 PPCLI Sgt Froude 2 PPCLI Sgt Anderson 1 PPCLI Sgt Fullarton 1 PPCLI Sgt Appolloni 1 PPCLI Sgt Furlotte 2 PPCLI Sgt Arnold 2 PPCLI Sgt Gagne 1 PPCLI Sgt Arnott CFB Edmonton Sgt Gale CFB Gagetown Sgt Asham 3 PPCLI Sgt Gardiner CFB Shilo Sgt Barker Petawawa Sgt Gaudet CFB Gagetown Sgt Barkwell CFB Wainwright Sgt Gauthier CFB Edmonton Sgt Beaugrand 1 PPCLI Sgt Gee 1 PPCLI Sgt Beaven CFB Shilo Sgt Glenn 1 PPCLI Sgt Bedard 2 PPCLI Sgt Godin 1 PPCLI Sgt Bendall 1 PPCLI Sgt Goertzen CFB Shilo Sgt Bennett Kingston Sgt Gorman Winnipeg Sgt Berg 3 PPCLI Sgt Gould CFB Wainwright Sgt Bergen Trenton Sgt Greeley 1 PPCLI Sgt Blackmore 2 PPCLI Sgt Gryckiewicz 1 PPCLI Sgt Blythe 2 PPCLI Sgt Gulick CFB Shilo Sgt Boehli CFB Wainwright Sgt Gulyas 1 PPCLI Sgt Boucher 2 PPCLI Sgt Hadden 2 PPCLI Sgt Bradley 2 PPCLI Sgt Hall CFB Edmonton Sgt Branje Vancouver Sgt Halloran 1 PPCLI Sgt Breckenridge CFB Edmonton Sgt Hand 1 PPCLI Sgt Brooks CFB Edmonton Sgt Harding 2 PPCLI Sgt Brown CFB Edmonton Sgt Hart CFB Wainwright
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Sgt Hartwick Calgary Sgt McDonald Borden Sgt Harvey 1 PPCLI Sgt McKay 3 PPCLI Sgt Hatch CFB Wainwright Sgt McKay 3 PPCLI Sgt Hawman 3 PPCLI Sgt Merrell 3 PPCLI Sgt Hearn 1 PPCLI Sgt Michi 1 PPCLI Sgt Helbren 2 PPCLI Sgt Monaghan Borden Sgt Higgins 3 PPCLI Sgt Mooney Greenwood Sgt Hodgson 1 PPCLI Sgt Moore CFB Shilo Sgt Hoekstra CFB Edmonton Sgt Morris Kingston Sgt Hofer 3 PPCLI Sgt Mount 3 PPCLI Sgt Hoff CFLRS Sgt Mudryk CFB Edmonton Sgt Holland 1 PPCLI Sgt Muehlberger Ottawa Sgt Hollowell 1 PPCLI Sgt Murrin CFB Gagetown Sgt Holmes 3 PPCLI Sgt Nadasdy Cambridge Sgt Holowka 3 PPCLI Sgt Nanson 3 PPCLI Sgt Hopaluk 2 PPCLI Sgt Neumann CFB Edmonton Sgt Horan CFB Wainwright Sgt Nilsson CFB Shilo Sgt Hotchkiss 3 PPCLI Sgt O'Hallora 1 PPCLI Sgt Hubert Borden Sgt Oliver 2 PPCLI Sgt Hutchison 2 PPCLI Sgt Olsen CFB Wainwright Sgt Jacob Trenton Sgt Op de Beeck CFLRS Sgt James 3 PPCLI Sgt Pace CFB Edmonton Sgt Jenkins Trenton Sgt Pagliaro CFB Edmonton Sgt Jenkins Trenton Sgt Painchaud 1 PPCLI Sgt Johns 1 PPCLI Sgt Pankiw Vancouver Sgt Johnston CFB Gagetown Sgt Parry 2 PPCLI Sgt Jordan Greenwood Sgt Patterson Winnipeg Sgt Junghans 1 PPCLI Sgt Penner 2 PPCLI Sgt Kim 3 PPCLI Sgt Perez CFB Wainwright Sgt Knox 3 PPCLI Sgt Perry 3 PPCLI Sgt Kuefler 2 PPCLI Sgt Pethick 1 PPCLI Sgt Kuehn 3 PPCLI Sgt Petruk Calgary Sgt Kusche 2 PPCLI Sgt Pohjolainen 2 PPCLI Sgt Lacharite 2 PPCLI Sgt Pongracz 2 PPCLI Sgt Laframboise CFB Wainwright Sgt Poole CFB Shilo Sgt Lambotte 1 PPCLI Sgt Pope 2 PPCLI Sgt Lamy 2 PPCLI Sgt Popowich Brunssum, Netherlands Sgt Lander 2 PPCLI Sgt Porter CFB Edmonton Sgt Law 2 PPCLI Sgt Ranisavljevic 1 PPCLI Sgt Lawrence CFB Wainwright Sgt Ray 3 PPCLI Sgt Leblanc 2 PPCLI Sgt Renwick 1 PPCLI Sgt Lenartowicz 1 PPCLI Sgt Repas 3 PPCLI Sgt Lingrell 3 PPCLI Sgt Richard 1 PPCLI Sgt Little Borden Sgt Ringuette CFB Gagetown Sgt Lowes CFB Gagetown Sgt Robitaille 3 PPCLI Sgt Lowry Yellowknife Sgt Roodbol 3 PPCLI Sgt MacIver 1 PPCLI Sgt Rubio 3 PPCLI Sgt Mador CFB Gagetown Sgt Ryan CFB Gagetown Sgt Makrai CFB Wainwright Sgt Sandahl 1 PPCLI Sgt Marchand CFB Wainwright Sgt Sapera CFB Edmonton Sgt Marten Trenton Sgt Schuster 3 PPCLI Sgt Martin 1 PPCLI Sgt Scott Kingston Sgt Martin 2 PPCLI Sgt Sharp 1 PPCLI Sgt Masih CFB Wainwright Sgt Shewring Ottawa Sgt Mason CFB Edmonton Sgt Sigvaldason 2 PPCLI Sgt Masse-Durham 2 PPCLI Sgt Smith CFB Gagetown
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Sgt Smith 1 PPCLI MCpl Bekieszczuk 2 PPCLI Sgt Smith 1 PPCLI MCpl Bellaire 1 PPCLI Sgt Smith CFB Edmonton MCpl Bellemare 1 PPCLI Sgt Soliman 3 PPCLI MCpl Bergenhenegouwen 3 PPCLI Sgt Spencer 1 PPCLI MCpl Bird CFB Gagetown Sgt Spurr 1 PPCLI MCpl Blondeau Montreal Sgt St Onge 1 PPCLI MCpl Bouchard CFB Gagetown Sgt Stapleford 1 PPCLI MCpl Bozovic 3 PPCLI Sgt Staudinger 3 PPCLI MCpl Braun 2 PPCLI Sgt Steeves 2 PPCLI MCpl Brndjar 1 PPCLI Sgt Stevenson CFB Gagetown MCpl Brown 1 PPCLI Sgt Stewart Winnipeg MCpl Brown CFB Edmonton Sgt Strickland 3 PPCLI MCpl Brtka 1 PPCLI Sgt Suchan CFB Wainwright MCpl Brushett 2 PPCLI Sgt Surjko CFB Wainwright MCpl Burnham CFB Wainwright Sgt Sutherland 1 PPCLI MCpl Button 1 PPCLI Sgt Taylor 2 PPCLI MCpl Button 3 PPCLI Sgt Thoman Kingston MCpl Cadiz 1 PPCLI Sgt Thomson CFB Edmonton MCpl Callahan CFB Wainwright Sgt Titcomb CFB Wainwright MCpl Campbell CFLRS Sgt Todosichuk 1 PPCLI MCpl Cardoso 1 PPCLI Sgt Tremblay 3 PPCLI MCpl Carter 1 PPCLI Sgt Trundle CFLRS MCpl Casaway 2 PPCLI Sgt Tsvikovski 1 PPCLI MCpl Chamberland 2 PPCLI Sgt Tucker 3 PPCLI MCpl Chan 1 PPCLI Sgt Tunke CFB Wainwright MCpl Chan 1 PPCLI Sgt Tyers Borden MCpl Cherney Saskatoon Sgt Valentine 2 PPCLI MCpl Chetyrbuk CFB Edmonton Sgt Venasse 2 PPCLI MCpl Ciafaloni Trenton Sgt Vogrig CFB Wainwright MCpl Clendenning 1 PPCLI Sgt Volz Esquimalt MCpl Clouter Halifax Sgt Wagner 3 PPCLI MCpl Clowes 3 PPCLI Sgt Wagner CFB Wainwright MCpl Cooke 3 PPCLI Sgt Wallace 3 PPCLI MCpl Cole Borden Sgt Weatherly CFB Gagetown MCpl Conrado 1 PPCLI Sgt Wellicome CFB Wainwright MCpl Cook 1 PPCLI Sgt Westwood 2 PPCLI MCpl Cormier 2 PPCLI Sgt Weiler CFB Edmonton MCpl Cote 1 PPCLI Sgt Whitehouse CFB Edmonton MCpl Crocker 2 PPCLI Sgt Wiebe CFB Shilo MCpl Cumming CFB Wainwright Sgt Wight CFB Wainwright MCpl Daley 3 PPCLI Sgt Williams Kingston, ON MCpl Darling Ottawa Sgt Wilson 3 PPCLI MCpl Dawson Hunt 1 PPCLI Sgt Wilson CFB Wainwright MCpl De Battista 1 PPCLI Sgt Wood 2 PPCLI MCpl De Jongh 1 PPCLI MCpl Abanico CFLRS MCpl Decker 2 PPCLI MCpl Abao 3 PPCLI MCpl Deng 1 PPCLI MCpl Ahenakew 2 PPCLI MCpl Deveau 1 PPCLI MCpl Alqenai Ottawa MCpl Dewar Kamloops MCpl Appleby 3 PPCLI MCpl Diamond 2 PPCLI MCpl Arbuckle 3 PPCLI MCpl Dichello 1 PPCLI MCpl Auger 1 PPCLI MCpl Dick 2 PPCLI MCpl Avery CFB Edmonton MCpl Doty 1 PPCLI MCpl Baillieul 3 PPCLI MCpl Doyle 1 PPCLI MCpl Ball CFB Wainwright MCpl Drover-Fortin 3 PPCLI MCpl Barbrick CFB Gagetown MCpl Dunlop 2 PPCLI
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MCpl Durant, CFB Wainwright MCpl Jacques Cambridge MCpl Duttle 2 PPCLI MCpl Jeffery 3 PPCLI MCpl Eaton CFLRS MCpl Jenkinson 1 PPCLI MCpl Eckert 1 PPCLI MCpl Johnson 2 PPCLI MCpl Ellis 1 PPCLI MCpl Johnston 3 PPCLI MCpl Empey 1 PPCLI MCpl Jonah Ottawa MCpl Evans Borden MCpl Jones 1 PPCLI MCpl Ezekiel 2 PPCLI MCpl Jones 3 PPCLI MCpl Fanjoy 2 PPCLI MCpl Kearnan CFB Wainwright MCpl Farley 2 PPCLI MCpl Knaud 2 PPCLI MCpl Feltis Esquimalt MCpl Kriewald Winnipeg MCpl Fiedler Regina MCpl Kriwez CFB Edmonton MCpl Figliola Brampton MCpl Lambert CFB Wainwright MCpl Finn 2 PPCLI MCpl Langlois Suffield MCpl Floor Chilliwack MCpl LaRoche CFB Edmonton MCpl Foley 2 PPCLI MCpl Ledrew 2 PPCLI MCpl Forcier CFB Wainwright MCpl Lee 3 PPCLI MCpl Francoeur Trenton MCpl Leonardis 1 PPCLI MCpl Frankel Kingston MCpl LePatourel 2 PPCLI MCpl Franklin 3 PPCLI MCpl Leung Ottawa MCpl Frausell-Fawcett 3 PPCLI MCpl Litke 3 PPCLI MCpl Garand 3 PPCLI MCpl Lizardo 3 PPCLI MCpl Garner 3 PPCLI MCpl Lloyd 3 PPCLI MCpl Gauthier-Rousseau 2 PPCLI MCpl Lobo 2 PPCLI MCpl Gibson 1 PPCLI MCpl Locke 1 PPCLI MCpl Godin CFB Edmonton MCpl MacDonald CFB Wainwright MCpl Goettel 1 PPCLI MCpl MacDougall 1 PPCLI MCpl Goode 3 PPCLI MCpl MacEachern 1 PPCLI MCpl Goodwin 2 PPCLI MCpl MacKay 2 PPCLI MCpl Gordon 2 PPCLI MCpl MacKenzie 1 PPCLI MCpl Gracie 2 PPCLI MCpl MacLean-LaFrance 1 PPCLI MCpl Gratto 1 PPCLI MCpl Mail CFB Wainwright MCpl Gray 1 PPCLI MCpl Mailhot 1 PPCLI MCpl Greene 1 PPCLI MCpl Marr 1 PPCLI MCpl Greyling 1 PPCLI MCpl Martelle 3 PPCLI MCpl Grondin 1 PPCLI MCpl Martens 1 PPCLI MCpl Hakim 3 PPCLI MCpl Martin 1 PPCLI MCpl Hallman 2 PPCLI MCpl Martins 3 PPCLI MCpl Hancock 2 PPCLI MCpl Mayo Winnipeg MCpl Hanson 2 PPCLI MCpl Maytwayashing 2 PPCLI MCpl Hantel-Hilscher 1 PPCLI MCpl McFatridge 3 PPCLI MCpl Harrison-Kendrick 2 PPCLI MCpl McLachlan CFB Edmonton MCpl Hartley 3 PPCLI MCpl McTavish 3 PPCLI MCpl Hill 1 PPCLI MCpl Meakes Vancouver MCpl Hillier 3 PPCLI MCpl Melsted 1 PPCLI MCpl Hogan 3 PPCLI MCpl Mendoza 3 PPCLI MCpl Hollingsworth Ottawa MCpl Mercer 2 PPCLI MCpl Hooper 2 PPCLI MCpl Monague 2 PPCLI MCpl Hulan 1 PPCLI MCpl Moore 1 PPCLI MCpl Hunt 2 PPCLI MCpl Morrison 1 PPCLI MCpl Hunt Thunder Bay MCpl Negahdar-Chelarci 3 PPCLI MCpl Hunter 3 PPCLI MCpl Newby Ottawa MCpl Hyska 3 PPCLI MCpl Neufeld 1 PPCLI MCpl Ingersoll 1 PPCLI MCpl Normand Winnipeg MCpl Innocent Greenwood MCpl Oberlin 1 PPCLI MCpl Jacobsen 1 PPCLI MCpl O'Boyle 1 PPCLI
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MCpl O'Brien 3 PPCLI MCpl Stevenson 1 PPCLI MCpl O'Hearn CFB Gagetown MCpl Storring 2 PPCLI MCpl Olsen 1 PPCLI MCpl Strezos 1 PPCLI MCpl Olynyk Winnipeg MCpl Tanner CFB Edmonton MCpl Omichinski 3 PPCLI MCpl Taylor CFB Edmonton MCpl Owen 2 PPCLI MCpl Thepmontry 1 PPCLI MCpl Pantzer 1 PPCLI MCpl Thompson 3 PPCLI MCpl Paradis 3 PPCLI MCpl Torrchin 2 PPCLI MCpl Pemberton-Pigott 1 PPCLI MCpl Veal 3 PPCLI MCpl Perreault 2 PPCLI MCpl Vezina CFLRS MCpl Petit 3 PPCLI MCpl Von Albedyhll 1 PPCLI MCpl Pickford 1 PPCLI MCpl Waldon 2 PPCLI MCpl Policarpio 2 PPCLI MCpl Walker 2 PPCLI MCpl Pollon 3 PPCLI MCpl Walsh 2 PPCLI MCpl Pollon 3 PPCLI MCpl Waterman 2 PPCLI MCpl Porter 2 PPCLI MCpl Whalen CFB Wainwright MCpl Pratt 1 PPCLI MCpl White 2 PPCLI MCpl Preston CFB Wainwright MCpl Wiedemann-Komarnicki 3 PPCLI MCpl Primeau-Thomas 1 PPCLI MCpl Wiggins 3 PPCLI MCpl Prud'homme CFB Wainwright MCpl Williams 1 PPCLI MCpl Rafuse 1 PPCLI MCpl Williams 2 PPCLI MCpl Ramey Trenton MCpl Wills 2 PPCLI MCpl Raposo CFB Shilo MCpl Wilson CFLRS MCpl Ray Ottawa MCpl Windsor 3 PPCLI MCpl Reid 2 PPCLI MCpl Wismer 1 PPCLI MCpl Reiffenstein 3 PPCLI MCpl Wood 1 PPCLI MCpl Remington CFB Gagetown MCpl Wright Borden MCpl Renouf CFB Gagetown MCpl Young-Wood 1 PPCLI MCpl Rice 3 PPCLI Cpl Abraham 1 PPCLI MCpl Ritchie-Burger 1 PPCLI Cpl Admiraal 3 PPCLI MCpl Robertson 2 PPCLI Cpl Ahmadi 2 PPCLI MCpl Rutherford CFB Gagetown Cpl Albert 3 PPCLI MCpl Sadai 2 PPCLI Cpl Allan CFB Gagetown MCpl Sasso 1 PPCLI Cpl Alma 2 PPCLI MCpl Savard 3 PPCLI Cpl Almonia 2 PPCLI MCpl Schiestel 3 PPCLI Cpl Althoff 3 PPCLI MCpl Schmidt 1 PPCLI Cpl Anderson 1 PPCLI MCpl Schouten 3 PPCLI Cpl Anderson 3 PPCLI MCpl Schulli Kingston Cpl Anthony 2 PPCLI MCpl Scott 2 PPCLI Cpl Arbique 3 PPCLI MCpl Sheane CFB Edmonton Cpl Armstrong 3 PPCLI MCpl Sibley 1 PPCLI Cpl Arnoldus 2 PPCLI MCpl Silber 2 PPCLI Cpl Ashmore 3 PPCLI MCpl Sirelpuu CFB Wainwright Cpl Astakhov 1 PPCLI MCpl Sklepowich Ottawa Cpl Aunger 1 PPCLI MCpl Smit CFB Gagetown Cpl Austin 3 PPCLI MCpl Smith 1 PPCLI Cpl Avelino 1 PPCLI MCpl Smith 2 PPCLI Cpl Babin 2 PPCLI MCpl Smith Ottawa Cpl Baby 2 PPCLI MCpl Smith 3 PPCLI Cpl Badry 1 PPCLI MCpl Soucie Owen Sound Cpl Bafia CFB Gagetown MCpl Sparks 2 PPCLI Cpl Bailey Kingston MCpl Squires 2 PPCLI Cpl Banks 1 PPCLI MCpl Starkgraff CFB Wainwright Cpl Baron CFB Suffield MCpl Stein 1 PPCLI Cpl Barr 1 PPCLI MCpl Stevens 3 PPCLI Cpl Barrios Acuna 1 PPCLI
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Cpl Bauer 2 PPCLI Cpl Carter 3 PPCLI Cpl Baun 2 PPCLI Cpl Carther 1 PPCLI Cpl Beach 3 PPCLI Cpl Cartman 3 PPCLI Cpl Beaton 3 PPCLI Cpl Casavant 2 PPCLI Cpl Beattie 3 PPCLI Cpl Cassels 3 PPCLI Cpl Beaudoin 1 PPCLI Cpl Catteau 1 PPCLI Cpl Bechard-Kucera 3 PPCLI Cpl Chakrabarti 3 PPCLI Cpl Belchevski 2 PPCLI Cpl Chamberlin 2 PPCLI Cpl Bélec 3 PPCLI Cpl Chang 1 PPCLI Cpl Belgiorgio 2 PPCLI Cpl Chappell 1 PPCLI Cpl Bell 1 PPCLI Cpl Charbonneau 1 PPCLI Cpl Bell 3 PPCLI Cpl Charlebois 2 PPCLI Cpl Benezra 2 PPCLI Cpl Cherry 2 PPCLI Cpl Bercier 2 PPCLI Cpl Christensen 1 PPCLI Cpl Bernier 1 PPCLI Cpl Christensen 3 PPCLI Cpl Bernier 2 PPCLI Cpl Clancy 3 PPCLI Cpl Betts 3 PPCLI Cpl Clark 1 PPCLI Cpl Beveridge 2 PPCLI Cpl Clarke 2 PPCLI Cpl Bilny 2 PPCLI Cpl Cleaveley 1 PPCLI Cpl Binkley 2 PPCLI Cpl Cochrane 1 PPCLI Cpl Biso 2 PPCLI Cpl Cochrane 1 PPCLI Cpl Blackwell 3 PPCLI Cpl Cole 2 PPCLI Cpl Blais 1 PPCLI Cpl Connolly 2 PPCLI Cpl Blake 3 PPCLI Cpl Cormier CFB Suffield Cpl Bomok 3 PPCLI Cpl Cornfield 1 PPCLI Cpl Boucher CFB Edmonton Cpl Cowper 2 PPCLI Cpl Boudens 3 PPCLI Cpl Crane 1 PPCLI Cpl Bowen 1 PPCLI Cpl Crawford 1 PPCLI Cpl Bracken 1 PPCLI Cpl Crowder 1 PPCLI Cpl Bradshaw 3 PPCLI Cpl Culp-Mcbeth 3 PPCLI Cpl Brinkley 2 PPCLI Cpl Daigle 3 PPCLI Cpl Brinklow 3 PPCLI Cpl Dalman 3 PPCLI Cpl Brochert CFB Wainwright Cpl Darosa 2 PPCLI Cpl Brooks 1 PPCLI Cpl Daulby Ottawa Cpl Brown 1 PPCLI Cpl Dautel 3 PPCLI Cpl Brown 2 PPCLI Cpl Davis 3 PPCLI Cpl Brown 3 PPCLI Cpl Dawson 3 PPCLI Cpl Bruce 2 PPCLI Cpl Dayman 3 PPCLI Cpl Brunet 3 PPCLI Cpl Daymond 3 PPCLI Cpl Buchanan 3 PPCLI Cpl De Jong 2 PPCLI Cpl Bueckert 2 PPCLI Cpl De Leon 2 PPCLI Cpl Bullock 2 PPCLI Cpl De Sousa 1 PPCLI Cpl Burchat 3 PPCLI Cpl de Vries 3 PPCLI Cpl Burke 2 PPCLI Cpl Deis 1 PPCLI Cpl Burleigh 3 PPCLI Cpl Del Bianco 2 PPCLI Cpl Burton 3 PPCLI Cpl Denver-Simard 1 PPCLI Cpl Buszka 1 PPCLI Cpl Descheneaux-Wall 1 PPCLI Cpl Butler 1 PPCLI Cpl Desjarlais 2 PPCLI Cpl Butt 1 PPCLI Cpl Devine CFB Gagetown Cpl Cairns 2 PPCLI Cpl Dexter CFB Edmonton Cpl Callsen 3 PPCLI Cpl Diamond CFB Gagetown Cpl Cameron 2 PPCLI Cpl Didychuk 3 PPCLI Cpl Cameron CFB Kingston Cpl Dillman 2 PPCLI Cpl Campeau 1 PPCLI Cpl Dion 3 PPCLI Cpl Campeau 3 PPCLI Cpl Djurdjevic 3 PPCLI Cpl Carmichael 1 PPCLI Cpl Dobranski CFB Borden
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Cpl Dolan 3 PPCLI Cpl Fung 3 PPCLI Cpl Dollimore 3 PPCLI Cpl Furrow 1 PPCLI Cpl Doniqa 3 PPCLI Cpl Furtado 3 PPCLI Cpl Doonan 2 PPCLI Cpl Gackstatter 1 PPCLI Cpl Dopson-Mendez 3 PPCLI Cpl Gagnon 2 PPCLI Cpl Dorie CFB Gagetown Cpl Gagnon CFB Wainwright Cpl Doucet 3 PPCLI Cpl Gaignard 3 PPCLI Cpl Douglas 3 PPCLI Cpl Galicia 2 PPCLI Cpl Downer CFB Edmonton Cpl Gallo 1 PPCLI Cpl Downes 2 PPCLI Cpl Gamble 2 PPCLI Cpl Dowson 2 PPCLI Cpl Gamble CFB Borden Cpl Driver 1 PPCLI Cpl Garand 3 PPCLI Cpl Drolet 1 PPCLI Cpl Gardiner 2 PPCLI Cpl Durda 1 PPCLI Cpl Garrow 2 PPCLI Cpl Dyck 3 PPCLI Cpl Garton 1 PPCLI Cpl Eckstein 2 PPCLI Cpl Gaskin 3 PPCLI Cpl Edmundson 2 PPCLI Cpl Gathercole 1 PPCLI Cpl Edwards 2 PPCLI Cpl Gaujacq 2 PPCLI Cpl Eisenbock 1 PPCLI Cpl Geddes 2 PPCLI Cpl Eklund 3 PPCLI Cpl Geier 3 PPCLI Cpl Eley 3 PPCLI Cpl Geoghegan 1 PPCLI Cpl Elliott 2 PPCLI Cpl Gerwing 2 PPCLI Cpl Elsom 2 PPCLI Cpl Gillam 3 PPCLI Cpl Embury 3 PPCLI Cpl Gillan 2 PPCLI Cpl Emery 3 PPCLI Cpl Giroux 3 PPCLI Cpl Etang 2 PPCLI Cpl Glover 1 PPCLI Cpl Ewing 1 PPCLI Cpl Gobin 2 PPCLI Cpl Fagnan 2 PPCLI Cpl Gole Cruz 2 PPCLI Cpl Fairbridge CFB Suffield Cpl Goudie Petawawa Cpl Farrell 1 PPCLI Cpl Gould CFB Shilo Cpl Farrell 3 PPCLI Cpl Gowler, CFB Suffield Cpl Fayant 1 PPCLI Cpl Graham 3 PPCLI Cpl Fehr 2 PPCLI Cpl Grant 2 PPCLI Cpl Feketekuty 3 PPCLI Cpl Grant CFB Gagetown Cpl Fenton 1 PPCLI Cpl Graves 1 PPCLI Cpl Ferguson 1 PPCLI Cpl Gray CFB Edmonton Cpl Fick 2 PPCLI Cpl Graystone 3 PPCLI Cpl Fiebelkorn 1 PPCLI Cpl Griffith 1 PPCLI Cpl Fielding 1 PPCLI Cpl Griscowsky 3 PPCLI Cpl Fierling 3 PPCLI Cpl Guerrera 3 PPCLI Cpl Findlay 3 PPCLI Cpl Guilford 3 PPCLI Cpl Fisher 2 PPCLI Cpl Guilfoyle 3 PPCLI Cpl Flank 1 PPCLI Cpl Gustafson 1 PPCLI Cpl Fleming 1 PPCLI Cpl Gustafson 3 PPCLI Cpl Flores 2 PPCLI Cpl Hachey 1 PPCLI Cpl Foley CFB Gagetown Cpl Hagan 1 PPCLI Cpl Forth 3 PPCLI Cpl Hall 3 PPCLI Cpl Forward Ottawa Cpl Hall 3 PPCLI Cpl Foster 3 PPCLI Cpl Halliday 2 PPCLI Cpl Fox 1 PPCLI Cpl Hamelin 2 PPCLI Cpl Francisco 2 PPCLI Cpl Hamilton 3 PPCLI Cpl Fraser 1 PPCLI Cpl Hamm 1 PPCLI Cpl French 3 PPCLI Cpl Hancock 3 PPCLI Cpl Friesen 1 PPCLI Cpl Handfield CFB Gagetown Cpl Friesen 2 PPCLI Cpl Hanson 1 PPCLI Cpl Froese 2 PPCLI Cpl Harle 3 PPCLI
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Cpl Harper 1 PPCLI Cpl Jordan 2 PPCLI Cpl Harrison 1 PPCLI Cpl Kalsi Willowdale Cpl Harrison 2 PPCLI Cpl Kamstra 1 PPCLI Cpl Hartnell 3 PPCLI Cpl Kean 3 PPCLI Cpl Hatcher CFB Gagetown Cpl Kellenberger 1 PPCLI Cpl Havercroft CFB Wainwright Cpl Kelly 1 PPCLI Cpl Hawkins 2 PPCLI Cpl Kennedy 1 PPCLI Cpl Hawkins CFB Gagetown Cpl Keough CFB Suffield Cpl Haynes 3 PPCLI Cpl Kicivoj 2 PPCLI Cpl Hebert 1 PPCLI Cpl Kim 1 PPCLI Cpl Helmers 1 PPCLI Cpl Kim 2 PPCLI Cpl Herbu,Joel 2 PPCLI Cpl Kim 3 PPCLI Cpl Hermeston 1 PPCLI Cpl Kipling 3 PPCLI Cpl Heron 3 PPCLI Cpl Kirkpatrick 2 PPCLI Cpl Hewko 3 PPCLI Cpl Kirkpatrick 2 PPCLI Cpl Hewlett 3 PPCLI Cpl Knight 3 PPCLI Cpl Higgins 2 PPCLI Cpl Knox 3 PPCLI Cpl Hill 1 PPCLI Cpl Kochan 3 PPCLI Cpl Hillyard CFB Gagetown Cpl Koffman 1 PPCLI Cpl Hiseman 2 PPCLI Cpl Koldeweihe 1 PPCLI Cpl Hiy 2 PPCLI Cpl Kong 2 PPCLI Cpl Hobson 3 PPCLI Cpl Kornelsen 2 PPCLI Cpl Hockridge CFB Edmonton Cpl Kozluk 3 PPCLI Cpl Holland 1 PPCLI Cpl Krauter 3 PPCLI Cpl Holliday 3 PPCLI Cpl Kupferschmidt 3 PPCLI Cpl Hollingworth 3 PPCLI Cpl Lamarche 1 PPCLI Cpl HolmesACourt CFB Edmonton Cpl Lambert 2 PPCLI Cpl Holmstrom CFB Suffield Cpl Langdon 3 PPCLI Cpl Holsworth 1 PPCLI Cpl Lapierre 3 PPCLI Cpl Holsworth 1 PPCLI Cpl Lavigne 3 PPCLI Cpl Hopkins 1 PPCLI Cpl Laviolette 3 PPCLI Cpl Horsburgh CFB Suffield Cpl Lawlor 3 PPCLI Cpl Hosein 3 PPCLI Cpl Lawrence 1 PPCLI Cpl House 1 PPCLI Cpl Le Breton 3 PPCLI Cpl Hovdebo 1 PPCLI Cpl LeBlanc CFB Gagetown Cpl Hubbard 1 PPCLI Cpl Ledoux, 3 PPCLI Cpl Hubscher 1 PPCLI Cpl Lee CFB Edmonton Cpl Hubscher 1 PPCLI Cpl Lee-Turner 1 PPCLI Cpl Huckstep 1 PPCLI Cpl Legault 1 PPCLI Cpl Hunt 3 PPCLI Cpl Leggett 2 PPCLI Cpl Hutcheon 2 PPCLI Cpl Lennox 3 PPCLI Cpl Irwin CFB Gagetown Cpl Leonard 2 PPCLI Cpl Jenkinson 2 PPCLI Cpl Leonard 3 PPCLI Cpl Jerome 3 PPCLI Cpl Levasseur 3 PPCLI Cpl Joanisse 3 PPCLI Cpl Lewis 3 PPCLI Cpl Johansen 1 PPCLI Cpl Leyenhorst 1 PPCLI Cpl Johnsen 3 PPCLI Cpl Liedtke 2 PPCLI Cpl Johnson 1 PPCLI Cpl Linton 2 PPCLI Cpl Johnson 2 PPCLI Cpl Logan 2 PPCLI Cpl Johnson 2 PPCLI Cpl Logan 3 PPCLI Cpl Johnson 3 PPCLI Cpl Loney 1 PPCLI Cpl Johnson CFB Gagetown Cpl Louwagie 1 PPCLI Cpl Johnston 2 PPCLI Cpl Luke 2 PPCLI Cpl Jolly 3 PPCLI Cpl Lupkoski 3 PPCLI Cpl Jones 3 PPCLI Cpl Lupo 2 PPCLI Cpl Jones CFB Gagetown Cpl Luthi 2 PPCLI
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Cpl Lutz 1 PPCLI Cpl McPhate 3 PPCLI Cpl Lutz 2 PPCLI Cpl McRae 1 PPCLI Cpl Lymburner 1 PPCLI Cpl Mellom 2 PPCLI Cpl Lyster 3 PPCLI Cpl Ménard 1 PPCLI Cpl MacDonald 2 PPCLI Cpl Micallef 1 PPCLI Cpl MacDonald 2 PPCLI Cpl Mikkola 2 PPCLI Cpl MacDonald 3 PPCLI Cpl Milner CFB Edmonton Cpl Mace 2 PPCLI Cpl Minion 1 PPCLI Cpl MacFadden 1 PPCLI Cpl Mitra 2 PPCLI Cpl MacIntyre 1 PPCLI Cpl Molto 1 PPCLI Cpl Mackenzie 1 PPCLI Cpl Moodie 2 PPCLI Cpl MacLean 3 PPCLI Cpl Moody 3 PPCLI Cpl MacPherson 2 PPCLI Cpl Moon 1 PPCLI Cpl MacPherson 3 PPCLI Cpl Moore 3 PPCLI Cpl MacSwain 1 PPCLI Cpl Morden 1 PPCLI Cpl Madariaga 3 PPCLI Cpl Moretta 1 PPCLI Cpl Mai 1 PPCLI Cpl Morin 1 PPCLI Cpl Majer 1 PPCLI Cpl Morin 3 PPCLI Cpl Majocha 3 PPCLI Cpl Moshenko 2 PPCLI Cpl Majorenos 1 PPCLI Cpl Motiuk 1 PPCLI Cpl Malli 1 PPCLI Cpl Mottershead 3 PPCLI Cpl Mamak 3 PPCLI Cpl Mullett 2 PPCLI Cpl Manaigre, 2 PPCLI Cpl Munroe 1 PPCLI Cpl Manning 2 PPCLI Cpl Murphy 1 PPCLI Cpl Maratovich 3 PPCLI Cpl Murphy 2 PPCLI Cpl Marczuk-Sloan 2 PPCLI Cpl Murray 2 PPCLI Cpl Mariani 3 PPCLI Cpl Musson 1 PPCLI Cpl Marion 3 PPCLI Cpl Nacuk 2 PPCLI Cpl Markham 2 PPCLI Cpl Nagle 1 PPCLI Cpl Marshall 3 PPCLI Cpl Nault 2 PPCLI Cpl Martel 3 PPCLI Cpl Neapew 2 PPCLI Cpl Martin 1 PPCLI Cpl Neilson 2 PPCLI Cpl Martin 1 PPCLI Cpl Nesrallah 1 PPCLI Cpl Martin 2 PPCLI Cpl Neudorf 3 PPCLI Cpl Martin 3 PPCLI Cpl Newman 2 PPCLI Cpl Martina 3 PPCLI Cpl Nguyen 3 PPCLI Cpl Massullo 3 PPCLI Cpl Nguyen 3 PPCLI Cpl Matheson CFB Gagetown Cpl Nilsson 3 PPCLI Cpl Mazsa 2 PPCLI Cpl Nobert 2 PPCLI Cpl McAskill 3 PPCLI Cpl Norman 2 PPCLI Cpl McCarney 3 PPCLI Cpl Norris 2 PPCLI Cpl McCaughey 3 PPCLI Cpl Novak 1 PPCLI Cpl McCrae 2 PPCLI Cpl Obregon 1 PPCLI Cpl McCulloch 3 PPCLI Cpl O'Donnell 1 PPCLI Cpl McDermott 1 PPCLI Cpl Orr 1 PPCLI Cpl McDonald 2 PPCLI Cpl Orr CFB Edmonton Cpl McDougall Kingston Cpl Osborne 2 PPCLI Cpl McFarlane 3 PPCLI Cpl Oshanski 1 PPCLI Cpl McKay 3 PPCLI Cpl Ouimette 1 PPCLI Cpl McKenna 3 PPCLI Cpl Pacey 3 PPCLI Cpl McKenzie 1 PPCLI Cpl Painchaud-Morgan 3 PPCLI Cpl Mckinnon 1 PPCLI Cpl Paisley CFB Wainwright Cpl McLaren 2 PPCLI Cpl Panke 3 PPCLI Cpl McLauchlan 3 PPCLI Cpl Panton Ottawa Cpl McMurren 1 PPCLI Cpl Parasynchuk CFB Edmonton Cpl McNabb CFB Wainwright Cpl Parisien 3 PPCLI
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Cpl Parkes 1 PPCLI Cpl Russell 3 PPCLI Cpl Pearson 1 PPCLI Cpl Ryan 3 PPCLI Cpl Peck 1 PPCLI Cpl Ryan-Albertyn 2 PPCLI Cpl Penny 2 PPCLI Cpl Saunders 2 PPCLI Cpl Pepper 3 PPCLI Cpl Schmidt 2 PPCLI Cpl Perisic 2 PPCLI Cpl Schneider CFB Edmonton Cpl Perrin 3 PPCLI Cpl Schoenknecht 3 PPCLI Cpl Perron CFB Suffield Cpl Scott 2 PPCLI Cpl Phongsavath 3 PPCLI Cpl Scott 3 PPCLI Cpl Pietsch CFB Gagetown Cpl Scuccimarri 2 PPCLI Cpl Pinkham 2 PPCLI Cpl Seaboyer 2 PPCLI Cpl Platzke CFB Edmonton Cpl Seaward CFB Gagetown Cpl Pollack 2 PPCLI Cpl Selinger 1 PPCLI Cpl Portelli 3 PPCLI Cpl Sexton 2 PPCLI Cpl Post 3 PPCLI Cpl Shaw 1 PPCLI Cpl Potter 2 PPCLI Cpl Shokoples 1 PPCLI Cpl Potts 3 PPCLI Cpl Shunk 1 PPCLI Cpl Power 2 PPCLI Cpl Slater-Brynko 3 PPCLI Cpl Pratt 1 PPCLI Cpl Smikle 3 PPCLI Cpl Primeau Quebec Cpl Smith 2 PPCLI Cpl Purdy 1 PPCLI Cpl Smith 3 PPCLI Cpl Pustai 2 PPCLI Cpl Smith 3 PPCLI Cpl Rae 2 PPCLI Cpl Smyke 2 PPCLI Cpl Raymond 2 PPCLI Cpl Smyth 3 PPCLI Cpl Redden 2 PPCLI Cpl Snider 3 PPCLI Cpl Rees 2 PPCLI Cpl Social 3 PPCLI Cpl Reid 2 PPCLI Cpl Souliere-Dunn 2 PPCLI Cpl Reid 3 PPCLI Cpl South 2 PPCLI Cpl Reid CFB Suffield Cpl St Onge 1 PPCLI Cpl Reimer 3 PPCLI Cpl St. Laurent 2 PPCLI Cpl Reis 3 PPCLI Cpl Stairs 3 PPCLI Cpl Resurreccion 1 PPCLI Cpl Stanley 2 PPCLI Cpl Reynolds 1 PPCLI Cpl Steele 2 PPCLI Cpl Richards 1 PPCLI Cpl Steenkist 1 PPCLI Cpl Richards 1 PPCLI Cpl Stein 1 PPCLI Cpl Rifai CFB Wainwright Cpl Stell 2 PPCLI Cpl Rinkel 3 PPCLI Cpl Stephens 2 PPCLI Cpl Riopel 2 PPCLI Cpl Stetsko 1 PPCLI Cpl Rioux 1 PPCLI Cpl Stevens 2 PPCLI Cpl Roberts 2 PPCLI Cpl Stevens CFB Gagetown Cpl Robertson 1 PPCLI Cpl Stevenson 1 PPCLI Cpl Robertson 2 PPCLI Cpl Stewart 2 PPCLI Cpl Robitaille-Brown 3 PPCLI Cpl Stewart 3 PPCLI Cpl Rodinsky 3 PPCLI Cpl Stock 3 PPCLI Cpl Rodriguez Argueta 1 PPCLI Cpl Stoneman CFB Gagetown Cpl Roesler 1 PPCLI Cpl Stovin 1 PPCLI Cpl Roode CFB Gagetown Cpl Strong 3 PPCLI Cpl Rose 2 PPCLI Cpl Studzinski CFB Dundurn Cpl Ross 3 PPCLI Cpl Sturmer 3 PPCLI Cpl Ross 3 PPCLI Cpl Sturrock 1 PPCLI Cpl Rottluff 3 PPCLI Cpl Suter 3 PPCLI Cpl Rousseau 3 PPCLI Cpl Sutherland 3 PPCLI Cpl Rowat 1 PPCLI Cpl Sutton 1 PPCLI Cpl Roy 3 PPCLI Cpl Swain 2 PPCLI Cpl Russel 3 PPCLI Cpl Swanwick 1 PPCLI Cpl Russell 1 PPCLI Cpl Sword CFB Suffield
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Cpl Taylor 2 PPCLI Cpl Williams 2 PPCLI Cpl Thain 1 PPCLI Cpl Williamson CFB Gagetown Cpl Thiessen 2 PPCLI Cpl Wilson 3 PPCLI Cpl Thomas 3 PPCLI Cpl Woodruff 2 PPCLI Cpl Thompson 3 PPCLI Cpl Worster 3 PPCLI Cpl Thompson 3 PPCLI Cpl Wortel 3 PPCLI Cpl Thompson 3 PPCLI Cpl Wright 1 PPCLI Cpl Thornton CFB Gagetown Cpl Wright 1 PPCLI Cpl Tiffin 3 PPCLI Cpl Wuorinen Borden Cpl Tighe CFB Suffield Cpl Wynne 3 PPCLI Cpl Tiwana 1 PPCLI Cpl Yanor 1 PPCLI Cpl Toaquiza Qquenta 1 PPCLI Cpl Yardy 3 PPCLI Cpl Tobias 2 PPCLI Cpl Yarema CFB Gagetown Cpl Toews 2 PPCLI Cpl Yates 1 PPCLI Cpl Togeretz Ottawa Cpl Yeasting 1 PPCLI Cpl Tonner 3 PPCLI Cpl Young 2 PPCLI Cpl Tran 1 PPCLI Cpl Young 3 PPCLI Cpl Truong 1 PPCLI Cpl Young 3 PPCLI Cpl Tschetter 1 PPCLI Cpl Zasiedko 3 PPCLI Cpl Tuura 2 PPCLI Cpl Zedor 1 PPCLI Cpl Tyreman 3 PPCLI Cpl Ziegelmann 3 PPCLI Cpl Uptigrove 1 PPCLI Cpl Zimmerle 3 PPCLI Cpl Vahey 1 PPCLI PteT Alksne 3 PPCLI Cpl Van De Schiltz 1 PPCLI PteT Andersen 1 PPCLI Cpl Varga 1 PPCLI PteT Armit 2 PPCLI Cpl Vaughan 3 PPCLI PteT Ash 1 PPCLI Cpl Verreault 1 PPCLI PteT Bachynski 3 PPCLI Cpl Vibert 3 PPCLI PteT Baird 1 PPCLI Cpl Vieira 1 PPCLI PteT Bean 2 PPCLI Cpl Vincent 2 PPCLI PteT Benson 2 PPCLI Cpl Vlake 3 PPCLI PteT Blais 2 PPCLI Cpl Voisin 2 PPCLI PteT Branch 2 PPCLI Cpl Vonditsianos 1 PPCLI PteT Brown CFB Shilo Cpl Wachowich 2 PPCLI PteT Brownrigg-Johnston 1 PPCLI Cpl Wade 2 PPCLI PteT Brul 1 PPCLI Cpl Wall 1 PPCLI PteT Camara 2 PPCLI Cpl Wallace 1 PPCLI PteT Chambers 1 PPCLI Cpl Wanner CFB Edmonton PteT Chatigny-Cushing 2 PPCLI Cpl Ward 3 PPCLI PteT Coutts 2 PPCLI Cpl Warner 3 PPCLI PteT Coutu 1 PPCLI Cpl Watson 1 PPCLI PteT D'Amours 2 PPCLI Cpl Watson 3 PPCLI PteT DeAngelis 2 PPCLI Cpl Watson CFB Edmonton PteT Diletti 3 PPCLI Cpl Weinerman 3 PPCLI PteT Dundee 3 PPCLI Cpl Weir 1 PPCLI PteT Folster 1 PPCLI Cpl Wesley 1 PPCLI PteT Gervais 3 PPCLI Cpl Westerveld CFB Suffield PteT Gill 1 PPCLI Cpl Wheaton 1 PPCLI PteT Gilroy 1 PPCLI Cpl Whittaker 2 PPCLI PteT Guiboche 2 PPCLI Cpl Whitten 1 PPCLI PteT Haffner 2 PPCLI Cpl Whyte 3 PPCLI PteT Hainer 1 PPCLI Cpl Wight 3 PPCLI PteT Hammond 1 PPCLI Cpl Wikiruk 3 PPCLI PteT Harry 2 PPCLI Cpl Wilkinson 1 PPCLI PteT Hill 3 PPCLI Cpl Wilkinson CFB Gagetown PteT Hohner 2 PPCLI Cpl Williams 1 PPCLI PteT Horel 1 PPCLI
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PteT Horne 3 PPCLI PteB Atkinson 3 PPCLI PteT Jackiw 2 PPCLI PteB Barley 1 PPCLI PteT Johnson 1 PPCLI PteB Bartchouk 2 PPCLI PteT Jordan 1 PPCLI PteB Basnicki 2 PPCLI PteT Kelly 2 PPCLI PteB Bazinet 1 PPCLI PteT Khampho 1 PPCLI PteB Belanger 1 PPCLI PteT Kittler 2 PPCLI PteB Bent 2 PPCLI PteT Klaassen 3 PPCLI PteB Bilski 1 PPCLI PteT Koutsogiannis 3 PPCLI PteB Blum 2 PPCLI PteT Kozaczuk 2 PPCLI PteB Boire 3 PPCLI PteT LaBerge 1 PPCLI PteB Boisjoli 2 PPCLI PteT Lelond 1 PPCLI PteB Bondar 1 PPCLI PteT Leslie 2 PPCLI PteB Boring 3 PPCLI PteT Lockhart 1 PPCLI PteB Bouchard 1 PPCLI PteT Lubinsky-Mast 1 PPCLI PteB Boughner 1 PPCLI PteT MacDonald 1 PPCLI PteB Bowes 2 PPCLI PteT MacDonald 2 PPCLI PteB Boyd 2 PPCLI PteT Martin 2 PPCLI PteB Boyd 3 PPCLI PteT Mckenzie 1 PPCLI PteB Bradner 1 PPCLI PteT Melvin 2 PPCLI PteB Brass 2 PPCLI PteT Michaud 1 PPCLI PteB Brooks 2 PPCLI PteT Middelmann 1 PPCLI PteB Bucknor 2 PPCLI PteT Napesis 2 PPCLI PteB Burns 1 PPCLI PteT Nother 2 PPCLI PteB Campbell 3 PPCLI PteT Oakes-Red Calf 3 PPCLI PteB Carignan-Lamy 1 PPCLI PteT Oliver 3 PPCLI PteB Catton 1 PPCLI PteT Orcutt 3 PPCLI PteB Clarke 1 PPCLI PteT Oswald Nelson 1 PPCLI PteB Coffin 2 PPCLI PteT Ouellette 1 PPCLI PteB Coulson 1 PPCLI PteT Paterson 1 PPCLI PteB Cousins 1 PPCLI PteT Peterson-Becker 3 PPCLI PteB Couture 2 PPCLI PteT Petitclerc 3 PPCLI PteB Cozicar 1 PPCLI PteT Pickett 2 PPCLI PteB Craig 1 PPCLI PteT Power 2 PPCLI PteB Curtis 1 PPCLI PteT Reimer 2 PPCLI PteB Daudi 1 PPCLI PteT Sangster 3 PPCLI PteB DeMond 2 PPCLI PteT Sayers 1 PPCLI PteB Diewold 2 PPCLI PteT Schulenberg 2 PPCLI PteB Dos Santos 1 PPCLI PteT Scott 1 PPCLI PteB Dos Santos 2 PPCLI PteT Sinclair-Cole 3 PPCLI PteB Drimaropoulos 3 PPCLI PteT Smith 3 PPCLI PteB Drozdowski 1 PPCLI PteT Springer Ottawa PteB Dufault 1 PPCLI PteT Thomas 1 PPCLI PteB Espinola 1 PPCLI PteT Thulien 3 PPCLI PteB Ewashen-Dulac 1 PPCLI PteT Torres Elvir 3 PPCLI PteB Fair 1 PPCLI PteT Walsh 2 PPCLI PteB Faulkner 1 PPCLI PteT Wiebe 3 PPCLI PteB Fiddler 2 PPCLI PteT Wiebe 3 PPCLI PteB Fife 2 PPCLI PteT Willis 3 PPCLI PteB Fitzgerald 1 PPCLI PteT Wilson 1 PPCLI PteB Flint 1 PPCLI PteT Yeung 2 PPCLI PteB Flood 2 PPCLI PteT Zarazun 2 PPCLI PteB Fontaine 3 PPCLI PteB Able-Epp 1 PPCLI PteB Forti 3 PPCLI PteB Andersen 1 PPCLI PteB Fournier 2 PPCLI PteB Anderson 3 PPCLI PteB Franzen 3 PPCLI PteB Antallakis 3 PPCLI PteB French 1 PPCLI
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PteB Gagnon 1 PPCLI PteB Mayhew 2 PPCLI PteB Gallagher 1 PPCLI PteB Mayo 1 PPCLI PteB Garcia 2 PPCLI PteB McAuley 2 PPCLI PteB Gargan-Sanguez 1 PPCLI PteB McCullough 2 PPCLI PteB Gariza 2 PPCLI PteB McKinnon 3 PPCLI PteB Gauvin 3 PPCLI PteB McManus 3 PPCLI PteB Godby 1 PPCLI PteB Meredith-Jones 3 PPCLI PteB Godin-Dixon 2 PPCLI PteB Meyerhans 1 PPCLI PteB Gorny 3 PPCLI PteB Milburn 2 PPCLI PteB Gould 1 PPCLI PteB Moffett 1 PPCLI PteB Graham-Binkowski 2 PPCLI PteB Monsma 2 PPCLI PteB Grant 2 PPCLI PteB Morel 3 PPCLI PteB Gray 2 PPCLI PteB Mortensen 1 PPCLI PteB Guerette 2 PPCLI PteB Murray 3 PPCLI PteB Hall 2 PPCLI PteB Murray-Wynn 1 PPCLI PteB Harrison 3 PPCLI PteB Musharbash 1 PPCLI PteB Henderson 1 PPCLI PteB Myskiw 2 PPCLI PteB Hopkins 3 PPCLI PteB Mzaffari 2 PPCLI PteB Horaczy 3 PPCLI PteB Na 1 PPCLI PteB Hudgin 2 PPCLI PteB Neill 2 PPCLI PteB Hudson 2 PPCLI PteB Neuls 2 PPCLI PteB Ignoto 2 PPCLI PteB Nisyok 1 PPCLI PteB Innes 3 PPCLI PteB Noble 2 PPCLI PteB Ironeagle 1 PPCLI PteB Noble 3 PPCLI PteB Janes 3 PPCLI PteB Odangga 3 PPCLI PteB Jeffery 2 PPCLI PteB O'Hara 3 PPCLI PteB Jenkins 1 PPCLI PteB O'Keefe 2 PPCLI PteB Joseph 1 PPCLI PteB Olsen 1 PPCLI PteB Justice 1 PPCLI PteB Ouellet 3 PPCLI PteB Kakuk 2 PPCLI PteB Paterson 2 PPCLI PteB Kane 2 PPCLI PteB Perry 1 PPCLI PteB Kang 1 PPCLI PteB Perry 1 PPCLI PteB Kaplanchuk 3 PPCLI PteB Petelle 1 PPCLI PteB Kematch 2 PPCLI PteB Peters 2 PPCLI PteB Khosla 1 PPCLI PteB Piggott 3 PPCLI PteB Kormendy 2 PPCLI PteB Pinksen 2 PPCLI PteB Kornberger 3 PPCLI PteB Pitta 3 PPCLI PteB Kuchta 2 PPCLI PteB Prout 3 PPCLI PteB Kuervers 1 PPCLI PteB Qureshi 2 PPCLI PteB Laitan 3 PPCLI PteB Rabeau 2 PPCLI PteB Larkham 3 PPCLI PteB Rahm 2 PPCLI PteB Lauzon 3 PPCLI PteB Randall 2 PPCLI PteB Leach 1 PPCLI PteB Rattray 2 PPCLI PteB LeClere 3 PPCLI PteB Ree-Lagace 1 PPCLI PteB Lennox-Quiring 2 PPCLI PteB Reid 1 PPCLI PteB Li 1 PPCLI PteB Renaud 2 PPCLI PteB Linn 2 PPCLI PteB Ridley 3 PPCLI PteB Lisowski 1 PPCLI PteB Riise 2 PPCLI PteB Loguntsov 2 PPCLI PteB Roberts 2 PPCLI PteB MacDonald 3 PPCLI PteB Robidas 2 PPCLI PteB MacIntyre 1 PPCLI PteB Rostie 1 PPCLI PteB Madder 2 PPCLI PteB Russell 1 PPCLI PteB Mager 2 PPCLI PteB Ryyppo 2 PPCLI PteB Mancini 2 PPCLI PteB Saeed 1 PPCLI PteB Martinu 2 PPCLI PteB Sale 2 PPCLI PteB May 3 PPCLI PteB Sawatzky 2 PPCLI
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PteB Schnablegger 3 PPCLI PteB Szenasi 1 PPCLI PteB Schnell 3 PPCLI PteB Tattersall 2 PPCLI PteB Schroeder 1 PPCLI PteB Tessier 3 PPCLI PteB Schumacher 3 PPCLI PteB Tihanyi 2 PPCLI PteB Seniuk 3 PPCLI PteB Tkachyk 2 PPCLI PteB Seymour 2 PPCLI PteB Tobler 1 PPCLI PteB Shandro 3 PPCLI PteB Turner 1 PPCLI PteB Simard 2 PPCLI PteB Turton 1 PPCLI PteB Simmons 1 PPCLI PteB Ty tula 1 PPCLI PteB Simpso 3 PPCLI PteB Van Der Eerden 2 PPCLI PteB Slaney 1 PPCLI PteB Vander Veen 3 PPCLI PteB Smith 2 PPCLI PteB Vanni 1 PPCLI PteB Smith 2 PPCLI PteB Van't Wout 1 PPCLI PteB Smith 3 PPCLI PteB Vestner 1 PPCLI PteB Smith 3 PPCLI PteB Wakely 1 PPCLI PteB So 1 PPCLI PteB Walsh 2 PPCLI PteB Spencer 1 PPCLI PteB Webber 1 PPCLI PteB Spencer 3 PPCLI PteB White 1 PPCLI PteB Springer 2 PPCLI PteB Wickens 1 PPCLI PteB Squires 3 PPCLI PteB Wilke 1 PPCLI PteB Stanborough 3 PPCLI PteB Willis 2 PPCLI PteB Stech 1 PPCLI PteB Wilson 1 PPCLI PteB Sterenberg 2 PPCLI PteB Wolfe 2 PPCLI PteB Strong 1 PPCLI PteB Wood 3 PPCLI PteB Strudwick 2 PPCLI PteR Pastusiak 2 PPCLI PteB Suleman 2 PPCLI
158 The following Patricia's have retired from the Regiment, with less than Twenty Years of Service:
Col D.D. Prohar, MMV, MSM, CD (19 years) Cpl B.D. Gampe (11 years) Pte T.A. Morrow (3 years) Cpl J.R. Gentes (6 years) Pte J.A.I. Ong (3 years) Cpl J.D. Glasgow (6 years) Pte J.S. Oakley (3 years) Capt A. Abraham (7 years) Cpl I.S.S. Halliday (6 years) Pte M.R. Pavloff (3 years) Capt E.O. Anderson (6 year) Cpl K. Habicht (6 years) Pte W.M. Park (3 years) Capt Q.C. Baldock (8 years) Cpl M.A. Lapointe (6 years) Pte C. Patenaude (3 years) Capt T.L. Patterson (7 years) Cpl D.S.H. Lim (6 years) Pte C.T.J. Rivest (3 years) Cpl D.J. Mair (14 years) Pte J.D. Rose (4 years) Cpl D.M. McCoy (11 years) Pte L. Rae (3 years) Sgt S.A. Blythe, CD (14 years) Cpl A.Z. McKinnon (5 years) Pte O.R.D. Sigurdson (3 years) Sgt M. Bushell (13 years) Cpl R.Z.R. Panopio (5 years) Pte E.M. Tonkin (3 years) Sgt D.J. Bleker, CD (14 years) Cpl A.J. Reaume (11 years) Pte J.T. Thompson (2 years) Sgt J. Pfeffer (10 years) Cpl J.M. Saeed, CD (14 years) Pte N.M.A. Vens (2 years) Sgt W.B.H. Hallatt (14 years) Cpl J.J. Saunders (6 years) Pte C.J. Wlasuk (3 years) Sgt J.C. Hyslop, CD (11 years) Cpl D.R. Singh (3 years) Pte L.A. Wallace (3 years) Sgt A.G. McLeod, CD (15 years) Cpl J.N. Theberge (4 years) Pte I.T. Winter-Buist (3 years) Sgt D.J. McInnis, CD (13 years) Cpl E.L. Thompson (4 years) Pte M.L. Young (2 years) Sgt S.P. Stackpole, CD (16 years) Cpl W. Wallace (5 years) Sgt R.E. Verheye (11 years) Cpl J.A. Young (3 years)
MCpl R. Hannah (7 years) Pte J. Benbouazza (3 years) MCpl D.M. Nicholson (12 years) Pte S.K. Beuckx (3 years) MCpl N.L. Prest (17 years) Pte H.E.M. Bourgeau (3 years) MCpl J.O. Robitaille (8 years) Pte J.K.T. Bowslaugh (3 years) MCpl J.K. Shane (7 years) Pte I. Cho (3 years) MCpl V. Stricagnoli (5 years) Pte N.C. Currie (3 years) Pte L.E. Crichton (3 years) Pte R.R. Depres (3 years) Cpl R.L. Aliangan III (4 years) Pte M.B. Dimmers (3 years) Cpl A. Champ (6 years) Pte G. Kang (3 years) Cpl B.J. Cherry, CD (12 years) Pte K.C. Keeley (3 years) Cpl G.S. Cherry (3 years) Pte A.J.M. King (3 years) Cpl J.T. Collins (6 years) Pte W.P. Manley (3 years) Cpl B.D. Dorsey (3 years) Pte L.B. Minty (3 years) Cpl J. Fleury-Johnson (6 years) Pte C.J. Morin (3 years) Cpl N.A.F. Flegel (3 years) Pte B. Monger (3 years) 159 Last Post
Surname First Name Service Date Location
Sawdo Robert SWW 01 Jun 06 Thunder Bay, ON Dehnke Wayne Reg force 12 Jan 14 Chilliwack, BC Rich Cameron Reg force 29 Nov 19 Sundre, AB Folkard John Reg force 14 Dec 19 Iron Bridge, ON Craig Jerry Reg force 02 Jan 20 Shearwater, BC Reti Harvey Reg force 03 Jan 20 Whitehorse, YK Robson Sean Reg force 06 Jan 20 Wainwright, AB White Maurice Reg force 12 Jan 20 Devon, AB Glasner Ronald Korea 12 Jan 20 Kanata, ON Crossman Geoff Reg force 13 Jan 20 Victoria, BC Fairlie Bill Reg force 13 Jan 20 Ottawa, ON Bailey Norm Reg force 18 Jan 20 Etobicoke, ON Smith Gordon SWW 18 Jan 20 Vancouver, BC Kasanda Jerry Reg force 18 Jan 20 Ottawa, ON Ricketts Michael Reg force 21 Jan 20 Halifax, NS Riddell Greg Reg force 22 Jan 20 Campbellford, ON Fisher John Reg force 23 Jan 20 Delta, BC McBride Donald Korea 24 Jan 20 Edmonton, AB Chamberlain William Reg force 27 Jan 20 Edmonton, AB Shephard Ronald Korea 29 Jan 20 Winnipeg, MB White Wayne Reg force 29 Jan 20 Stewiacke, NS Clark James Reg force 30 Jan 20 St. Stephen, NB Qualtier Eric Reg force 05 Feb 20 Clearwater, BC Slade Hartley SWW & Korea 08 Feb 20 Port Elgin, ON Melnychuk Anton Reg force 08 Feb 20 Sturgis, SK Fossett John Reg force 11 Feb 20 Kamloops, BC Orton Dennis Reg force 16 Feb 20 Blairmore, AB MacLeod Donald Reg force 16 Feb 20 Gibsons, BC MacDonald James Reg force 22 Feb 20 Fredericton, NB Lightbody Arnold Reg force 02 Mar 20 Cold Lake, AB Stevens Pierre Reg force 11 Mar 20 Ottawa, ON Roy Phil Reg force 13 Mar 20 Ottawa, ON De Bruijne Jac Reg force 15 Mar 20 Vancouver, BC Maglione Carmine Reg force 10 Apr 20 Edmonton, AB Bombay Calvin Reg force 11 Apr 20 Manitou Rapids, ON Emslie Thomas Reg force 12 Apr 20 Winnipeg, MB Connelly Duke Reg force 16 Apr 20 Whitehorse, YK Dan Everette Reg force 24 Apr 20 Williams Lake, BC Lynch Allan Korea 04 May 20 Cranbrook, BC Jackson Barry Korea 07 May 20 Owen Sound, ON Vardy Ernie Reg force 12 May 20 Wainwright, AB Smerechynski Nicholas SWW 14 May 20 Winnipeg, MB Wedge Melvin Reg force 19 May 20 Sussex, NB Greyeyes Roy Reg force 19 May 20 Regina, SK Hamilton Frank Reg force 23 May 20 Penticton, BC Daley Joseph Reg force 25 May 20 London, ON Beggs Robert Reg force 27 May 20 Ottawa, ON
160 Surname First Name Service Date Location
Lovett Gerald Reg force 30 May 20 Victoria, BC Weeks Bill Reg force 05 Jun 20 New Glasgow, NS Matthews Sidney Korea 08 Jun 20 Port Blandford, NL Morley Edward Korea 10 Jun 20 St. Catharines, ON Densmore Burt Reg force 12 Jun 20 Kamloops, BC Fodchuk Dymytry Korea 15 Jun 20 Vancouver, BC Bridges Harold Reg force 19 Jun 20 Surrey, BC Crowfoot (Zieffle)Lawrence Reg force 24 Jun 20 Siksika Reservation, AB Chase Arthur Reg force 25 Jun 20 Edmonton, AB Rancourt Martin Reg force 03 Jul 20 Martensville, SK Linehan Gerald Korea 03 Jul 20 Perry Cove, NL Kirby Michael Reg force 12 Jul 20 Ingersoll, ON Alexander Glenn Reg force 14 Jul 20 Winnipeg, MB Clarke George Reg force 22 Jul 20 Lethbridge, AB Robertson Ken Korea 24 Jul 20 Victoria, BC Hurst Gary Reg force 26 Jul 20 Calgary, AB Surkon Andrew Reg force 30 Jul 20 Salmon Arm, BC Martina William Reg force 12 Aug 20 Ailsa Craig, ON Lee William Korea 19 Aug 20 Edmonton, AB Carriere Robert Reg force 21 Aug 20 Winnipeg, MB Flannagan Jim Reg force 23 Aug 20 Edmonton, AB Dirye yaskin Reg force 25 Aug 20 Edmonton, AB Walsh Joe Reg force 28 Aug 20 Grand Prairie, AB Morse Fred Reg force 30 Aug 20 Hamilton, ON Vernon John Korea 15 Sep 20 Kanata, ON Kennedy William Reg force 17 Sep 20 Hamilton, ON Christensen Daryl Reg force 19 Sep 20 Surrey, BC Jones Richard (Lyod) Reg force 22 Sep 20 Regina, SK Callaghan Dave Reg force 25 Sep 20 Truro, NS Rostek Kevin Reg force 21 Sep 20 Edmonton, AB Rowland Bruce Reg force 10 Oct 20 Creston, BC Lewis Edward Reg force 10 Oct 20 Calgary, AB Reid Thomas Reg force 12 Oct 20 Calgary, AB Simonds Christopher Reg force 13 Oct 20 Kingston, ON Carr William Honourary Patricia 14 Oct 20 Ottawa, ON Hackel Lloyd Reg force 16 Oct 20 Moose Jaw, SK Chauhan Sanjeev Reg force 18 Oct 20 Ottawa, ON Forge Douglas Reg force 20 Oct 20 Edmonton, AB Neubauer John Korea 26 Oct 20 Saskatoon, SK Elliot William Reg force 28 Oct 20 Creston, BC Desormeaux Oscar Reg force 03 Nov 20 Ottowa, ON Barrett Ernest Korea 09 Nov 20 Richmond Hill, ON Robertson William SWW,Korea 17 Nov 20 Kamloops, BC Stanley Steven Reg force 18 Nov 20 Grand Prairie, AB Parker Raymond Korea 22 Nov 20 Kemptville, ON Hunter Merle Korea 01 Dec 20 Astle, NB Crocker James Reg force 01 Dec 20 Edmonton, AB
161 Surname First Name Service Date Location
Bolongo Joe Korea 02 Dec 20 London, ON Titus Robert Reg force 06 Dec 20 Calgary, AB Drover Lee Reg force 07 Dec 20 Smith Falls, ON Hart David Reg force 07 Dec 20 Kelowna, BC Jones Douglas Korea 13 Dec 20 Brandon, MB Rose Waldemar Reg force 22 Dec 20 Drayton Valley, AB Sinclair Jason Reg force 23 Dec 20 Edmonton, AB McKinnon Gerald Reg force 23 Dec 20 New Glasgow, NS Kennedy Glendon Reg force 23 Dec 20 Kingston, ON Parenteau Edward Reg force 24 Dec 20 Prince Albert, SK Barlow Edwin Korea 29 Dec 20 Guelph, ON
Shattered Church by: LCol (Ret'd) B. Bewick. 162 Note:
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