After more than 9 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Cpl B. Ouellette, will be released on 3 June 2026.
Anecdotes and well wishes may be sent to Sgt J. Huard: joey.huard@forces.gc.ca
Corporal Bruno Ouellette enrolled in the Canadian Armed Forces on 18 July 2008 at the Rimouski Detachment of the Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre (CFRC Quebec). Corporal Ouellette was posted to the Naval Fleet School (Pacific) in Victoria, British Columbia, where he completed his basic occupational training in naval electrical systems.
In 2009, he was transferred to Halifax, Nova Scotia, and posted to Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Ville de Québec, where he served as a Marine Electrician Trainee and Electrician Watchkeeper, directly contributing to the ship’s operational readiness. Corporal Ouellette distinguished himself through his versatility and reliability, leading to multiple international deployments. In 2009, he participated in Operation TATOU in Trinidad and Tobago, providing technical support and maintenance.
In 2011, he took part in major operations, including Operation MOBILE and Operation SIRIUS, with postings to Sigonella and Naples, serving aboard HMCS Ville de Québec and HMCS Charlottetown. He completed his first contract with the Canadian Armed Forces in 2012.
After several years away from service, Corporal Ouellette returned on 26 October 2021, re-enrolling in the Canadian Armed Forces at the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering (CFSME) in Oromocto, New Brunswick. Between 2021 and 2023, he served with CFSME and the Real Property Operations Unit (Atlantic) in Halifax, performing duties as a generator technician and WFE technician, contributing to technical support and operational preparedness. These postings reflect his continued commitment to professional development and willingness to serve where operational needs require.
On 24 October 2022, Corporal Bruno Ouellette was posted to Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, within the Technical Group – Generator Section, in Alouette, Quebec. Since then, he has played a key role in the maintenance, operation, and reliability of generator systems, ensuring uninterrupted support to the base’s critical infrastructure. His most recent posting update, dated 21 February 2024, confirms his sustained commitment to this unit.
Throughout his career, Corporal Ouellette participated in numerous exercises and operations in Canada and abroad. His career is defined by technical excellence, loyalty to his colleagues and mission, and a strong sense of duty. He leaves behind the image of a dedicated, respected service member who takes pride in his service.
On this Day of Departure with Dignity, the Canadian Armed Forces extend their sincere thanks to Corporal Bruno Ouellette for his dedication, professionalism, and years of service to the country and its citizens. We wish him good health, success, and fulfillment in the endeav