This article was originally posted on 24 September 2023. As the survey it closes on 1 December 2023, for those veterans 55 and over, who would like to take part in a research project. See details below.
The University of Ottawa and the Perley Health Centre of Excellence in Frailty-Informed Care™ are conducting a major study into how Canada is supporting the preferences of older Veterans and families in later life to promote health and well-being. They need…
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Please note that your conference fee covers both the Professional Development Day on 22 November and the the CMEA National Meeting on 23 November. It includes coffee breaks, lunches and a dinner.
All details can be found at the Conference Portal.
From Beaver Tales, September 2023
By Major Scott Bailey, Operations Officer RPOU(P)
During the period of 7 – 14 July 2023, Real Property Operations Unit Pacific (RPOU(P)) was involved in the Change of Command handover activities from outgoing Commanding Officer (CO) for RPOU(P), Lieutenant-Colonel (LCol) David Burbridge, to incoming CO LCol Michael Ulloa. The handover included several briefings from key staff, locations tours through the Pacific region facilities and office…
The CMEA will hold a National Conference in Ottawa on 22 and 23 November at the Novotel in downtown Ottawa. The Conference includes a full professional development day featuring a wide range of presenters and moderators covering topics of interest to military engineers. Coffee breaks, lunch and a buffet dinner are included. On the second day, we will dive into CMEA business with the CMEA Executive, Chapter representatives and members. The focus will be on increasing active…
Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 escalating the war that started 2014. Tens of thousands on both sides have been killed and Russian forces have been accused of mass civilian casualties and mistreating captured Ukrainian soldiers. More than eight million Ukrainians have been forced to flee country causing Europe's largest refugee crisis since the end of the Second World War.
Our professional development day will focus on the war in Ukraine with an emphasis on…
Applications for this year's bursary must be received by 31 August 2023.
To review, there are nine $2000 awards available to qualified applicants.
Click here for details: CMEA Bursary Program
Meet Majors Michael Mueller (Construction Engineering Officer) and Kristine Self (Health Services Management Officer), two extraordinary individuals representing the Canadian Armed Forces who have just completed the epic 8th Edition of Global Limits Bhutan - The Last Secret - 200km/6-stage ultra marathon. Their accomplishments in this race are nothing short of remarkable, showcasing their unwavering determination, resilience, and true warrior spirit. There is a full…
From the Colonel Commandant in Sicily:
On 26 July, the Colonel Commandant, MGen Daniel Benjamin, unveiled a monument to the efforts of the Royal Canadian Engineers during Operation HUSKY. During the night of 21 / 22 July 1943, the 3rd Field Company, in support of the 2nd Canadian Infantry Brigade's attack on the hilltop town of Leonforte, built the first Bailey Bridge of the war under fire and ensured Canadian success in taking the town.
Fittingly, the…
La contribution du Canada à la mission de Chypre depuis 1964, à l'occasion du 60e anniversaire de la Force de ONU et du 50e anniversaire de la guerre de 1974. Tous les vétérans de Chypre et familles sont bienvenus!
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Canada’s contribution to the Cyprus mission since 1964, on the 60th anniversary of the UN Force and 50th anniversary of the 1974 war. All Cyprus Veterans and families welcome!
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