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Friday, 14 Aug 2009 (87 photos) Page 3
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Final Parade
The Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre is celebrating many milestones this year. 2009 marks the 100th Anniversary of military training on this property, the 60th Anniversary of the Cadet Training Centre, and the 100th Anniversary of the Cadet Instructors Cadre. The Canadian Forces Reserve Cadet Instructors Cadre is celebrating 100 years of service to Canada through 2009. There are about 7,500 officers that represent the Canadian Forces from coast to coast to coast in large cities and hamlets in all regions of the country. The Cadet Organizations, Royal Canadian Sea, Army and Air Cadets are part of the Nation’s fabric because of the dedication and service of thousands of adults who took it upon themselves to lead and mentor the teenagers of their community. The anniversary is an opportunity to highlight with honour and pride the unique and special service that is provided by the largest officer occupation in the Canadian Forces. Officers, whose mission is “To instill in youth the attributes of good citizenship, and leadership, promote physical fitness and stimulate an interest in the sea, land, and air activities of the Canadian Forces.
The band gives a performance before the parade (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Markers! The weather, cool and rainy for the past few days has broken just in time for the parade. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
The parade marches on (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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(VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
Basic cadets stand on the sidelines and watch, their turn will come next year. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Maj Mitch Steck and Maj Randy Ripley promenade (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
The DCO takes over from the Adjutant (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Just some of the guests and audience (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
The CO takes over from the DCO (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
March on the flag party (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
The reviewing officer arrives, Col Glen Richmond, Commander 39 Brigade (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Col Glen Richmond is a former CIC officer and army cadet having trained and served here 1975-80 as a cadet in 2822 R Westmr R RC(Army)CC and a platoon commander (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
Cdr Rod Hughes, CD, assists in the reviewing party (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Col Glen Richmond (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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His worship Mayor Wayne Lippert assist in the reviewing party (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
March past (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
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(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Cadet Eric Peach 2512 RCACC, Cochrane, Alta. is awarded the MGen Howard Award for the top cadet on a Cadet Leader Course. This award is presented to a cadet who has demonstrated leadership qualities, a willingness to accept responsibility and the qualities of a role model for other army cadets. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Cadet Neil Foster from 1390 RCACC, Red Deer, Alta is awarded the LGen JE Vance Leadership Award. This award is presented to the cadet on the Cadet Leader Instructor – Drill and Ceremonial course who has demonstrated the qualities of a leader and is a role model for other army cadets. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
This year’s recipients of the ANAVETS cadet medal of merit
CLI Drill and Ceremonial – Cadet Jayden Foreman 2551 RCACC, Edmonton, Alta (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
CLI PERT – Cadet Siu-Fung Yip 2381 RCACC, Richmond, BC (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
CLI Rifle Coach, Cadet Robert Rutko 2271 RCACC, Wadena, Sask (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
CLI Adventure, Cadet Pierce Schaumberger 2733 RCACC, Sherwood Park, Alta (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
CLI Military Band, Cadet Scott Hennessey 3005 RCACC, Victoria, BC (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
CLI Pipes and Drums, Cadet Emma Dube 1726 RCACC, Courtenay, BC (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
The Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans in Canada, or ANAVETS is Canada’s oldest Veterans association with its proud history dating back to 1840. It is a national association with provincial commands and local units in many towns and cities across Canada. ANAVETS draws its membership from CF Veterans, current members of the Canadian Forces, and any Canadian who wishes to support members of the Canadian armed forces past and present, their local communities, and this wonderful country of ours, Canada. This is the thirteenth year the Association has awarded the ANAVETS Cadet Medal of Merit, which recognizes the top Cadet during their summer training. Consideration is given to overall achievement, leadership qualities, instructional abilities, dress and deportment, motivation and cooperation with others. A total of only 68 ANAVET Cadet medals of Merit will be presented this year for the Army, Sea and Air Cadet courses. The recipients are in a very select group and should take pride in this significant achievement. There is a further benefit. In addition to the medal, they will be making a draw from bursary applications from medal recipients. The winner will receive a $1000 bursary to be applied against costs for any year at an accredited university or community college.
Cadet Sergeant Tiffany Lu 2381 RCACC, Richmond, BC. is awarded the Lord Strathcona Trust Fund Annual Summer Training Centre Achievement Award for the most outstanding Section Commander or Staff Cadet Sergeant in a direct supervisory role. This award is presented to a cadet who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, promoting drill and physical fitness, with exemplary dress and deportment, loyalty and instructional ability. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Cadet Sergeant Amy McGuire 2276 RCACC, Fort St John, BC is presented with the Blayne Materi Citizenship Award by Lt Bryanne Materi, sister of Blayne Materi. This award is presented in memory of Cadet MWO Blayne Materi. The award is presented to the cadet who has participated in or supported activities with the local community, who has taken a personal interest in the well being and morale of her cadets, who respects and used authority properly and maintains outstanding personal conduct. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Cadet Warrant Officer Jeffrey Ng 2947 RCACC, Richmond, BC is presented with the RSM’s pace stick. The pace stick was presented to Vernon Army Cadet Camp by Camp Sergeants Major and Regimental Support Staff of the VACC Instructors Course of 1984. This award is presented by the RSM to the outstanding Staff Cadet, based upon performance throughout the summer. C/WO Jeffrey Ng, Brigade CWO Evans of 39 Brigade and VACSTC RSM CWO Eversfield (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Cadet Master Warrant Officer Kaley Wangler is receiving the RSM’s Certificate of Appreciation. The Regimental Sergeant-Major’s Certificate of Appreciation is for Outstanding Dress, Deportment, Discipline and Leadership. C/MWO Wangler, Brigade CWO Evans of 39 Brigade and VACSTC RSM CWO Eversfield (VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
(VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
Cadet Master Warrant Officer Geoffrey Ravenor 1838 RCACC, Maple Ridge, BC is awarded the VACSTC Sword of Honour by LCol Dengis and Capt (ret'd) Tom Mason, MiD, CD. The Sword of Honour was presented by the 8th Reconnaissance Regiment (14 Canadian Hussars) and is now presented to the outstanding Company Sergeant Major, based upon performance throughout the summer. Cadet MWO Ravenor is the Company Sergeant Major for Charlie Company. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Major Govind Reddy, Staffing Officer, Vernon Cadet Training Centre is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Certificate of Appreciation, and it reads: in recognition of professionalism and dedication demonstrated in providing exceptional support and leadership in response to a significant medical outbreak at Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre in the summer of 2009.
Major Steven Martens, Officer Commanding Headquarters Company is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Certificate of Appreciation, and it states: in recognition of professionalism shown in liaising with civilian health authorities and coordinating resources in response to a significant medical outbreak at Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre in the summer of 2009. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Sergeant Hugh Edwards, MIR Clinic Coordinator is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Certificate of Appreciation and it states: in recognition of professionalism and dedication demonstrated when assisting with patient care during a significant medical outbreak at Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre in the summer of 2009. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Maj Reddy is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Commendation, and it reads: Major G Reddy, CD is commended for exemplary performance and outstanding service and support as the Staffing Officer Vernon Cadet Training Centre during my tenure as Commanding Officer. His dedication and sense of responsibility have been foremost in seeing to the needs of the training centre in order to meet the requirements of training and support. Under his leadership, proactive liaison has been initiated with critical elements of the Canadian Forces resulting in developmental projects that ensure the centre is advancing to meet the needs of cadet training well into the future. His contributions have enhanced the centre and were instrumental in fostering the image of Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre being a “centre of excellence” for cadet training. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Major Judy Peter, Chief Instructor is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Commendation, and it states: Major Peter is commended for exemplary leadership, dedication and loyalty as the Chief Instructor for the Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre during my tenure as Commanding Officer. Her sound grasp of training programs and the resources available allowed her to develop dynamic training that challenged the cadets in a safe and engaging environment. Her performance is the epitome of a senior officer and an outstanding example for others to emulate. Her ceaseless contributions were instrumental in fostering the image of Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre being a “centre of excellence” for cadet training. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Mr Fred Kanne, ESS Contract Food Services Manager, is receiving a Commanding Officer’s Commendation, and it reads: Fred Kanne is commended for outstanding performance, service and support as the ESS Contract Food Services Manager. He has made a consistent commitment to provide the staff and cadets with high quality food and service. He has demonstrated great flexibility and cooperation in the delivery of food services to meet competing demands and dynamic changes in routines. His contributions were instrumental in fostering the image of Vernon Army Cadet Summer Training Centre being a “centre of excellence” for cadet training. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Lt Debbie Middleton from 2295 RCACC, Winnipeg, Manitoba is awarded the Jr. Officer’s Sword of Excellence by Mrs Kinloch and Al Saunders, formerly of the VACC Alumni Association. The Sword is awarded to the officer who is exemplary in his or her dress and deportment, conduct as an officer, achievement, leadership abilities, physical fitness, a commitment to the Canadian Cadet Organization, the adherence to the rules, regulations and policies and who has the respect of his or her peers. (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Col Richmond addresses the audience and parade (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
A small gift for Col Richmond, the camp coin and golf shirt (VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
(VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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Fue-de-joi (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
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(VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
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departure of the reviewing officer (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
Final march off (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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LCol Allan Dengis and RSM Evershields (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
(VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
(VACSTC, Padre Jack Greenhalgh)
One happy bunch of cadets! (VACSTC, Capt Janel Wilson)
On Sicily Square, one last time for the commanding officer to speak with the battalion, by Sunday nearly all will be home to Victoria, BC, Thunder Bay, Ontario and points in between (VACSTC, Wayne Emde)
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Guard Coy - in Camp
Alpha Coy - in Camp
Bravo Coy - in Camp
Charlie Coy - in Camp
Delta Coy - in Camp
Today's weather: Max Temp. 13c Min Temp. 11c scattered showers, clearing in early evening just in time for the final parade
This day in Canadian Military History...
14 August 1756
Ft. George, the last of the English defenses at Oswego, N.Y., surrenders to the French after withstanding two days of intense cannon fire. The French take 1700 prisoners, several vessels, and 121 cannon before returning to Montreal.
14 August 1944
Operation Tractable begins as Canadian and Polish units move together on Falaise. Although the attack is a success, it is marred when Allied bombers aim short of their target and hit the advancing troops, inflicting 300 casualties.
14 August 1974
2nd wave of Turkish army assaults Cyprus, both sides in the conflict target UN troops, the Canadian Airborne troops, with British support, took command of the international airport to deny further troop movement, then intervened with patrols to prevent escalation of the conflict, patrolling the buffer zone between the lines, assisting with the delivery of relief supplies to refugees and organizing exchanges of PoWs. Canadian Airborne Regiment suffers 2 dead and 30 injured while several soldiers earn significant decorations during the month+ of fighting.
