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Message from the President, Canadian Military Engineers Association

It is a tremendous honour to serve as the new President of the Canadian Military Engineers Association (CMEA). I step into this role with humility and enthusiasm, mindful of the rich legacy of service, innovation, and camaraderie that defines our Engineer family. The Canadian Military Engineers have always lived up to our motto—Ubique, Latin for “everywhere.” From combat operations to infrastructure development, from humanitarian support to disaster relief, our presence has…

CMEA Recognizes Remembrance Day at National War Memorial

On November 11th, representatives of the Canadian Military Engineers Association (CMEA) had the honour of participating in the National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa. Representing the Association were Craig Braddon, Daniel Doran, and Alexander Landry, who attended on behalf of the CMEA and the broader military engineering community. Remembrance Day holds deep significance for all Canadians, and particularly for those who have served. It provides a moment to reflect on…

CME Retirements and Releases 10 November 2025

The CME would like to announce the release or retirement of the following members (no biographies submitted): After more than 29 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, CWO G.F. Bernier, MMM, CD (00381) will retire on 1 December 2025. Anecdotes and well wishes may be sent to Bdr E.I. Denault at: eve.denault@forces.gc.ca After more than 18 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces…

Cpl Kyle Scott (Ret’d) Awarded the Republic of Korea’s Order of Civil Merit (Seongnyu Medal)

The Canadian Military Engineers Association (CMEA) proudly congratulates Corporal Kyle Austin Scott (Ret’d), who has been awarded the Order of Civil Merit – Seongnyu Medal (5th Class) by the President of the Republic of Korea, His Excellency Lee Jae-myung. The award was formally presented to Kyle on 27 July 2025, in recognition of his “outstanding contributions to freedom and democracy of the Republic of Korea.” The Seongnyu Medal is one of Korea’s highest civilian…

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Retirements and Releases October 2025

The CME would like to announce the release or retirement of the following members (no biographies submitted): After more than 28 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, CWO J.J.C.Y. Labelle, CD, (00381) retired on 6 October 2025. Anecdotes and well wishes may be sent to Cpl N. Desjardins: desjardins@forces.gc.ca After more than 17 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the…

St Barbara Day Games - Save the Date 4 Dec 25

(français ici) Fellow Engineers, The CME and RCA are jointly planning a St-Barbara activity day in the National Capital Region (NCR) on Thursday, Dec 4th, 2025. The planned activities will be held at the Bell Sensplex Facility (1565 Maple Grove Rd, Kanata, ON, K2V 1A3): Ice Hockey – Engineers vs Artillery; on Mattamy surface, 12:15 to 14:15. OPIs: Maj M.A. R.Parent (Engr) & Lcol D. Maheu (Arty) Field House Sports / activities; in the Field House from 12:30 to 13:30…

Additions/Amendments of Qualifying Service - Service Medals

CANFORGEN 179/25 CMP 088/25 231254Z OCT 25 Additions/Amendments Of Qualifying Service - Service Medals The CDS, in consultation with AFC, has approved the following amendments to the recognition for Defence Team members deployed in the Middle East and serving within TF-ME effective 30 Nov 2024 (last day of current eligibility being 29 Nov 2024): Cease awarding the GSM-EXP to personnel deployed to Saudi Arabia and award the OSM-EXP as follows: Service of members of the…