Article by Capt Kyle Ho, RPOU(W) Program Officer
In celebration of the Canadian Military Engineer (CME) Birthday, the Real Property Operations Unit (West) (RPOU-W), in collaboration with 1 Combat Engineer Regiment (1 CER), hosted a unique professional development (PD) event that blended military tradition with cultural enrichment. This year’s theme focused on Asian heritage, aligning with Asian Heritage Month and reinforcing the Defence Team’s commitment to diversity,…
The 1725 Royal Canadian Engineers Army Cadet Corps held their 84th annual Ceremonial Review at Sardis Sports Complex on 14 July 2025.
Major Ken Prince awarded two cadets, Cadet CWO Melissa Zhang and Cadet MWO Trevor Johnson the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The medal was awarded to not only commemorate the coronation, but to recognize those who have made a "significant contribution to Canada or a particular province, territory, region or…
Save the date for a gala dinner to. be held on 17 January 2026 at the Old Mill Toronto in celebration of our history and service to Toronto and Canada. See details on the post to the right.
Réservez la date du dîner de gala qui aura lieu le 17 janvier 2026 au Old Mill Toronto pour célébrer notre histoire et notre service à Toronto et au Canada. Voir les détails sur le message à droite.
On 9 June 2025, Linda Newton, a retired CME officer, made a presentation to the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Royal Engineers in London. The event marked the 50th anniversary of the first meeting of the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Royal Engineers. The theme was 'crucial moments in recent history where the military and civilian engineering professions have come together to solve notable challenges'.
Dr Newton…
Article by Capt Kyle Ho, RPOU(W) Program Officer
In a powerful demonstration of pride, and grassroots leadership, the Engineer Family at CFB Edmonton played a central role in organizing a series of Asian Heritage Month TGIF events across all three messes. These events brought people together and raise culture awareness of Defence Team Canadian Asian Network (DTCAN) and other Advisory Groups available for both public servants and military members.
The first TGIF event…
The CMEA is beginning a 5-year strategic plan, and we need your input. As a member of the engineer family, you can help shape programming to fit your needs, let us know what value membership could bring by completing this short survey:
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Let us know your thoughts on our work and help us create the CMEA of the future. Survey closes Friday 20 June 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact LCol Dan A. Doran at: dandoran34@…
Article by Capt Kyle Ho, RPOU(W) Program Officer
Real Property Operations Unit (West) (RPOU-W) maintained the annual tradition to celebrated Asian Heritage Month with a series of vibrant and inclusive “Taste of Asia” events, showcasing the appreciation for individual contributions.
The celebration was themed around Indian cuisine, with catering provided by a local Indian restaurant. The event brought together employees at the HQ to enjoy a shared meal, reflect…
President’s Report
Hi all, there is a great article about Ex Fireweed and the successful completion of the BMQ course coordinated by 44 Engr Sqn & 39 CER. The newsletter ends off with an interesting story about Op GRANITE II.
Chimo,
Bill Wenman
President
In this Issue:
Honours And Awards
Exercises
Training - BMQ
Op Granite II
Veteran Affairs
Membership
Article by Capt Kyle Ho, RPOU(W) Program Officer
As part of the Defence Team Canadian Asian Network’s (DTCAN) national Asian Heritage Month celebrations, Master Warrant Officer (Retired) Gary Ross Izawa, from the Western Region, was selected as one of the four panelists. He delivered a deeply moving and courageous story of his personal journey as a Japanese Canadian and a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Now serving as a Canadian Ranger with 4 Canadian…
