CME Commendations

Certificate No 031 

Presented in recognition of his extended tenure as a member of the CME Branch Executive as both the Branch Advisor and the Director Engineers.

His exceptional leadership, dedication and intelligence greatly enhanced the operational unity and effectiveness of the CME Branch at a critical junction in our history. At all times he placed the best interests of the Branch and its members at the forethoughts of his efforts and decisions.

Certificate No 032

Presented in recognition of his outstanding service as the CME Branch CWO from 25 June 2012 to 7 May 2015.

He provided superb advice and guidance to the Branch leadership always representing the best interests of the Branch NCMs. His leadership and dedication have greatly improved the harmony within the Branch and he has played a key role in the growing support and effectiveness of the CMEA.

Certificat No 030

Presented in recognition of his extraordinary leadership, commitment, devotion, and passion that he has demonstrated during his tenure as Colonel Commandant of the CME from 3 March 2010 to 18 February 2015.

BGen DesLauriers provided stalwart leadership, promoting and enhancing the unity and esprit of the entire CME Family. In rank he is a General, in his heart and in our eyes, he will always be a Sapper!

Certificate No 029

Presented to 438 Tactical Helicopter Squadron (438 THS) in recognition of their extraordinary support and commitment to a member of the Canadian Military Engineer Family, WO Patrice Vincent and his family following his tragic death on 20 October 2014.

The respect paid to WO Vincent and the compassion shown to his family were remarkable and reflect greatly on the leadership, dedication and professionalism of 438 Tactical Helicopter Squadron and the entire 1 Wing community.

Certificate 028

Capt William A. Stone, MMM, CD (Retired) excelled throughout his 39-year career as a field engineer. In retirement, Bill continues to be a remarkable ambassador for the Canadian Military Engineer Branch. His tireless support of everything to do with “Sapper” military history, remembrance, and his fellow veterans is most commendable. He is loyal, reliable, dedicated, self-starter who is competent at every endeavour, Bill seeks no recognition for himself. In appreciation of his outstanding and meritorious efforts in supporting Sappers “everywhere,” Capt Stone (Ret'd) is awarded a Canadian Military Engineer Commendation.

Certificate 028

Le Capt William A. Stone, MMM, CD (à la retraite) a fait preuve d’excellence tout au long de sa carrière de sapeur, qui a duré 39 ans. Dans sa retraite, Bill continue d’être un ambassadeur remarquable pour la Branche du Génie militaire canadien. Son soutien infatigable de tout ce qui a trait à l’histoire militaire des sapeurs, à leur commémoration et à ses camarades anciens combattants est particulièrement remarquable. Il est loyal, fiable, dévoué et débrouillard, et il est compétent dans tout ce qu’il entreprend. Malgré tout, il ne recherche jamais la reconnaissance pour lui-même. En reconnaissance de ses efforts extraordinaires et méritoires pour le soutien des sapeurs partout, le capitaine à la retraite Stone reçoit une mention élogieuse du Génie militaire canadien.

Certificate 026

In recognition of the tireless work of the Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack Historical Society to preserve the history and heritage of the former Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack and the Canadian Military Engineers. The Society’s leadership has demonstrated great initiative and perseverance in implementing its numerous undertakings. This leadership has combined with a hard-working and enthusiastic membership body to produce an amazing set of accomplishments. The Canadian Forces Base Chilliwack Historical Society is representative of the spirit and dedication of the Canadian Military Engineers and is a most worthy recipient of the Canadian Military Engineers Commendation for its outstanding work.

Certificate 025

En reconnaissance du travail infatigable de la Société historique de la Base des Forces canadiennes Chilliwack pour préserver l’histoire et le patrimoine de l’ancienne Base des Forces canadiennes Chilliwack et du Génie militaire canadien. Les dirigeants de la Société ont fait preuve d’un grand esprit d’initiative et de beaucoup de persévérance dans la réalisation de leurs nombreuses entreprises. Ces dirigeants se sont alliés à des membres enthousiastes et consciencieux pour produire des réalisations extraordinaires. La Société historique de la Base des Forces canadiennes Chilliwack représente bien l’esprit et le dévouement des membres du Génie militaire canadien et mérite amplement cette mention élogieuse pour son travail remarquable.

Certificate 027

In recognition of the Retired Sappers Reunion that has provided camaraderie for its Canadian Military Engineer membership through its annual reunions and that has supported other good works throughout the years. For 40 years the Annual Retired Sappers Reunion has been a very important contributor to maintaining fellowship among the Canadian Military Engineer family. Of equal importance, the volunteer efforts of its membership and their financial contributions have greatly supported a wide variety of initiatives that help preserve and enhance the heritage of the Canadian Military Engineers. The Annual Retired Sappers Reunion is representative of the high spirit and dedication of the Canadian Military Engineers.