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Article by Jennifer Hevey , Fitness & Wellness Manager – CFMWS PSP The second edition of the Tactical Firefighter Games (TFG) has officially concluded, building on the strong debut of the inaugural event and confirming the Games as a growing cornerstone for the National Defence Fire Service (NDFS). Organized and led by the Personnel Support Programs (PSP), the 2026 Games ran from 16–27 February 2026, continuing to emphasize operational readiness, teamwork, and…

PRESIDENT’S REPORTHi all, as we roll into May, I reflect on the Royal Canadian Engineers, founded in 1903, that the Sappers of Canada are 123 years old. Young and old, we have a long proud history and wherever you are and whatever you are, be proud that you are serving or have served. I would also like to acknowledge all the corps that have supported the Royal Canadian Engineers, so that we can be “first in and last out”.Another important part of history is the upcoming 6…

Our historian, Ken Holmes, has prepared a short slide show illustrating Op GRANITE. Click here to see a YouTube video describing how All Sappers Cenotaph was built.     

Article submitted by 34 CER On Saturday, 25 April 2026, a Change of Command Parade was held at the Montreal Garrison gymnasium, marking the transfer of authority between outgoing Commanding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Philippe-André Genest and incoming Commanding Officer Lieutenant-Colonel Ntam Nda-Ngye.The ceremony reflected a military tradition that signifies continuity of leadership, accountability, and the orderly transition of command within the Canadian Armed Forces.…

The CME would like to announce the release or retirement of the following members (no biographies submitted): After more than 35 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch,LCol A.B. Godefroy, CD, (00181) retired on 23 March 2026. Anecdotes and well wishes may be sent to Maj G.M. Childerhose: gary.childerhose@forces.gc.ca After more than 22 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and…

By the Canadian Forces Real Property Operations Group Team Ten years ago, the management of National Defence real property reached an important milestone with the centralization of the entire real property portfolio under the authority of the Assistant Deputy Minister (Infrastructure and Environment) [ADM(IE)]. This significant evolution also led to the creation of the Canadian Forces Real Property Operations Group (CF RP Ops Gp), responsible for ensuring the integrated…

This page will lead you to the most recent articles on the CMEA website. More detailed information about the history of All Sappers Park and Memorial and our planned events can be found at the website Operation GRANITE II. Updates Op GRANITE II - Who Will be There? Op GRANITE II April 2026 Update Op GRANITE II January 2026 Update Op GRANITE September 2025 Update Op GRANITE II August 2025 Update Events Op GRANITE II - Schedule of Events Op GRANITE II…

Much progress has been made since our last report. Ticket sales are now approaching 200 members of Engineer family and our friends. We have another hundred people who have expressed a strong interest in coming to the event and want to get their tickets to them as soon as we can. If you are coming and haven't bought your tickets yet, please do so sooner rather than later so the planning committee can do their job.  Click here to complete your online ticket purchase…

The CME would like to announce the release or retirement of the following members (no biographies submitted): After more than 6 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Cpl S. Alif (00339) will be released on 31 March 2026. Anecdotes and well wishes may be sent to Capt S. Tso: samson.tso@forces.gc.ca After more than 13 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian…

PRESIDENT’S REPORT Hi all, this newsletter covers a very interesting article about Op AMARNA by Maj Andrew Gower.  It is very good read. 6 FES Day Dinner is just around the corner.  Save the date! Bill WenmanPresident In this Issue: President’s Report Honours And Awards Presentations Deployments Exercises D-Day Dinner Op Granite II Veteran Affairs Membership Download the complete newsletter below.