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The Op GRANITE II team collected hundreds of photos from participants and our own photographer.  They have all been placed in the albums listed below. If anyone has more photos they want to share, email them to opgraniteiiphotos@cmea-agmc.ca. 01 Meet & Greet  02 Cenotaph Rededication  03 Memorial Dinner  04 Combat Diver Memorial Service  05 Farewell Brunch  10 Icons and Posters  20 Historic Photos 

The CFSME Command Team and contingent travelled to Chilliwack, British Columbia, in support of Operation GRANITE for the rededication of the All Sappers Memorial—the principal memorial of the Canadian Military Engineers and a focal point of remembrance for generations of Sappers. First dedicated on 14 July 1946, this year marks its 80th anniversary. The ceremony united serving members, veterans, and honoured guests to recognize the enduring legacy and sacrifices of Canadian…

Article By: Ken Holmes As many provinces prepare for the upcoming “Civic Holiday,” Ottawa residents prepare to celebrate Colonel By Day rather than simply Civic Holiday. The name honours Lieutenant-Colonel John By, the British Royal Engineers officer whose vision and leadership gave birth to both the Rideau Canal and the city that would become Canada's capital. Between 1826 and 1832, Colonel By directed the construction of the 202-kilometre Rideau Canal, one of the greatest…

Honouring Our Heritage, Strengthening Our FutureAlthough I was unable to attend Operation GRANITE II in person, I followed the weekend's events with tremendous pride. On behalf of the Canadian Military Engineers Association (CMEA), I extend my sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to making this remarkable commemoration a success. Operation GRANITE II brought together members of the Engineer Family from across Canada to mark the 80th anniversary of the dedication of the…

Hundreds of current and former Canadian Military Engineers, family members, supporters, and members of the public gathered in Chilliwack from July 17–19 for Op GRANITE II, a weekend dedicated to honouring the history, service, and enduring legacy of the Canadian Military Engineers. The organizing committee extends its sincere appreciation to the many organizations whose generous support helped make the event possible. Contributions will fund the planning, delivery, and…

On the morning of 19 July 2026, nearly 50 Combat Divers, along with their families and friends, gathered at the former CFSME rafting area on the shores of Cultus Lake to dedicate a memorial honouring Combat Divers who lost their lives in service. The monument was funded through the generosity of the Combat Divers Association of Canada and Op GRANITE II. A commemorative plaque was designed and mounted through the dedicated efforts of Brian English. The ceremony was…

Article by Major Jason Martin, OC 45 Support Sqn On 4 July 2026 members of 4 Engineer Support Squadron (4 ESR), the perpetuating unit of the No 2 Construction Battalion, had the privilege of participating in the annual commemoration event in Pictou, NS. Members of 4 ESR marched from the No. 2 Construction Battalion monument along the Pictou waterfront and up to St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church where they participated in the ceremony commemorating the 110th anniversary of the…

Hi all, as 39 CER closes down for the summer training, exercises and deployments, we take time to thank everyone involved with training the Canadian Army in these times where there appears to be shortages everywhere.  This issue covers the D-Day dinner held at 6 Engr Sqn Armoury and an update on Op Granite. Chimo, Bill WenmanPresident In this Issue Honours And Awards D-Day Dinner Op Granite II Veteran Affairs Membership 39 CER Association Contacts

Français en bas The Planning Committee wants to remind everyone that 30 June is the cut-off for Op GRANITE Tickets. After that there will be a one-week grace period before we place our orders with our caterer. Please look at the page: Op GRANITE II – Information Hub and Updates to see what you will be missing if you do not attend. Look at the page: Op GRANITE II - Who Will be There? to see who you will be missing if you do not attend. Look at the page: Op GRANITE II Online…