As the training year starts at the unit we here at the 33CER Association are ramping up our calendar of events and looking to bring back our esprit de corps.
We are in the initial phases of working on a refresh on our communication strategy to bring the association back from the Stone Age of social media. Stay tuned for our new look!
In the meantime we do have two events coming up in the near future. The Ottawa bicentennial celebration happening on Saturday…
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Members of the CME,
The Canadian Military Engineers Branch is seeking applicants for the Branch Adjutant position, which has been advertised as a 3-year Class B opportunity open to both Option 1 and Option 2 annuitants.
The Branch Adjutant serves as the primary communications focal point for the CME, ensuring information is communicated effectively across the Branch while supporting the Branch Advisor and Colonel Commandant, serving as Secretary…
On 7 August 2026, the Canadian Military Engineer Colonel Commandant, Lieutenant-General Paul Wynnyk, CMM, MSM, CD, presented Master Warrant Officer John Dugas, CD (Ret'd) with a CMEA Commendation.
MWO Dugas earned this recognition for his remarkable devotion to serving his fellow disabled veterans, including many retired Combat Engineers, in receiving Service Dogs. John has demonstrated his expertise in raising awareness and funding for PTSD Service Dogs…
On 7 August 2026, the Canadian Military Engineer Colonel Commandant, Lieutenant-General Paul Wynnyk, CMM, MSM, CD presented Lieutenant-Colonel Ralph Gienow, OMM, CD, (Retired) with a CMEA Commendation.
LCol Gienow joined the CF in 1960 and retired in 1983 after serving across Canada, the United States, Egypt, The Golan Heights, and Germany.
Ralph has been an active member of the Military Engineer Association…
On 7 August 2026, the Canadian Military Engineer Colonel Commandant, Lieutenant-General Paul Wynnyk, CMM, MSM, CD presented Lieutenant-Colonel Dennis Dwyer, CD, (Ret'd) with the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers.
LCol Dwyer retired from the Canadian Forces in 1997, after completing over 35 years of exemplary, combined Regular and Primary Reserve Force Service. His military service was followed by employment by Elk Island Public Schools in…
By: MWO Cameron Wallace, RPOD Dundurn Det SM
Assistant Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Environment (ADM(IE)) Mr. Peter Hammerschmidt visited Detachment Dundurn on 4 and 5 Aug 26. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss infrastructure priorities, strengthen relationships with regional partners and engage directly with personnel for the following key focus:
Building Cooperation with Whitecap Dakota First Nation
The visit began at Whitecap Dakota First Nation,…
The 23rd Annual Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony will take place at the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation (CFFF) Memorial at LeBreton Flats in Ottawa on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
CAF Military Fire Service Involvement
CAF Military Fire Service members continue to support the Canadian Fallen Firefighters Foundation, including service on the CFFF Board of Directors:
CWO Troy Noseworthy — CFFM’s Office
John Sobey — CFFF Secretary (CAF Ret’d)
Bruce Paradis…
The CMEA is pleased to announce the names of this year's twelve CMEA Memorial Bursary recipients.
The bursary provides $2500 to each scholar. To date, the CMEA has presented a total of $234,500 to further the educational needs of our members and families. If you are a CMEA member and want to sponsor a scholar, see CMEA Bursary Program for application details.
This page has been updated with the photos we received so far.
Recipient
Award…
Article by: Capt Kyle Ho, RPOU(W) Operations Officer 2
Every Sapper has a story, but few are as operationally rich, technically sound, and leadership‑driven as that of newly promoted Chief Warrant Officer Christian Poirier. His journey began on 09 Dec 98, when he joined the Canadian Army as a Primary Reserve Infantryman. On 23 Feb 01, Christian component‑transferred to the Regular Force as a Combat Engineer, beginning a remarkable career within the Canadian Military…
