CME Family Retirements

The CMEA posts a notice of the retirement of all members of the CME family as soon as we are notified. If there is a function marking the retirement, we will need the time, date, place, cost and the name and contact details for the organizer.  It is expected units will initiate appropriate steps to ensure all members of the CME family are duly recognised on completing their service.

You can search our list of retired members by year or by name. Our current records go back to 2006. If you find any errors or omissions in your retirement details or those of another Engineer, let us know and we will fix them.  If you retired before 2006 and want your retirement details posted, send the details to us.  We need the full name, rank, decorations, date of retirement and if possible, a biography of all retiring or retired members. 

Writing a good retirement narrative is an important task and should not be taken lightly.  We owe our departing comrades an appropriate good-bye, thank you and best wishes for the future when they leave.  A narrative reflecting their service, sacrifices and achievements should be recorded and made available to friends and family. Click here for a short guideline that should prove useful if you are the person who has been assigned the honoured task of writing a comrade's retirement narrative.

Retirement Certificates are distributed by the CME Adjutant.  Members requesting these certificates are to complete, save and email the downloadable form below to the CME Adjt  at CMEAdjtGMC@forces.gc.ca.

If there are errors in any retirement notice or if you do not want your retirement details published on our site please contact the Webmaster

Capt Peter Granger, CD

32 CER is unfortunately retiring two long term members of the Regiment.

Capt Peter Granger, CD, retired on 12 Sep 2017. Capt Granger is retiring after more than 41 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (see bio attached).

At the request of both Capt Granger and MWO Podesta, they will be combining their depart with dignity. Please join Peter and Mike and their families for a celebration of their careers.
This is open for all…

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Capt Peter Granger, CD

WO/Adj J.A.T. Fortin

After more than 21 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, WO Tony Fortin, CD will retire on 8 Sep 2017 (See bio below).  As per requested by WO Fortin, only an informal luncheon will take place on 7 Sep.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to Capt Michel Cantin by email - Michel.Cantin@forces.gc.ca<mailto…

WO/Adj J.A.T. Fortin, CD

MWO Al Labelle, CD

After more than 31 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), MWO Labelle, CD (bio attached) will be retiring 1 Sept 17. MWO Labelle will be having an informal DwD luncheon at Mingler’s Pub, Oromocto on 5 July at 1130. Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to event OPI, MWO Daniel Leclerc at daniel.leclerc@forces.gc.ca. Please advise OPI soonest if you are attending the event.

Biography with photo (124.98 KB)
MWO Al Labelle, CD

WO Kelvin "Kelly" Wilson, CD

After more than 28 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Warrant Officer Kelvin Wilson, CD (bio attached), will retire 30 August 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the WOs & Sgts Mess in Shilo, on 25 Aug 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 23 Aug 2017  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-…

Biography (53.94 KB)

LCol Frank Egan, CD

LCol Frank Egan will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces and the CME Branch on 23 August 2017 after 35 years of loyal and dedicated service.  LCol Egan enrolled in the Canadian Forces in June 1982 as a Military Engineer Officer.  Upon completion of phase training and a Bachelor of Civil Engineering Degree from the Royal Military College of Canada, LCol Egan was posted to CFB Halifax Construction Engineering and his troop command of some 90 civilian employees.…

MWO/Adjum AL "Tony" Hastie, CD

After 40 + years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MWO Anthony Hastie, CD will retire on 23 August 2017.  MWO Hastie will be having a private informal DWD luncheon. Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to the OPI, MWO Steve Rose at Steve.Rose@forces.gc.ca<mailto:Steve.Rose@forces.gc.…

MWO/Adjum AL (Tony) Hastie, CD

Maj D.G. "Dave" Rutkay, CD

Major Dave Rutkay, CD will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 21 Aug 2017, after more than 32 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch (please see bio attached).  In order to honour Maj Rutkay's service in the CAF and to wish him well in his retirement, a function will be held Monday, 21 Aug 2017 (1130hrs) at the Restaurant Houston Avenue Bar & Grill in Gatineau. For planning purposes…

Maj D.G. (Dave) Rutkay, CD

Sgt Patrick Brunelle, CD

After more than 23+ years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch Sgt Patrick Brunelle, CD (bio attached), will retire 21 Aug 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering at 5 CDSB Gagetown, New Brunswick, on 21 Aug 2017 at 1300hrs.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 21 Jul 2017.  Anecdotes or…

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Sgt Patrick Brunelle, CD

MWO/Adjum Eric Rousseau, CD

After more than 32 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MWO Eric
Rousseau, CD will retire on 18 August 2017 (See bio attached).  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place on the 8 Sep 2017 at building A-4 Base
Gagetown from 1400hrs - 1600hrs.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI MWO Bill Lovely of their planned attendance NLT …

MWO/Adjum Eric Rousseau, CD

CWO // Adjuc Denis Rutherford, CD

After more than 32 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, CWO Denis Rutherford, CD will retire 23 August 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place 23 June 2017 at a venue TBC.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 30 May 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail.


Chief Warrant Officer Denis…

CWO Denis Rutherford, CD

WO/Adj M.W. "Mark" Johnson, CD

After 25 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, WO Mark Johnson, CD bio attached),  will retire 17 August 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at Brewsters 15327 Castle Downs Rd NW, Edmonton, on 13 Oct  2017 at 1400hrs. Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 5 Oct, 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes…

WO/Adj M.W. (Mark) Johnson, CD

MWO J.P. Michaud, CD

MWO J.P. Michaud, CD will be retiring from the Canadian Armed Forces after 23 years of service.

Jason is currently a Construction Engineering Superintendent, who in the past served with the Princess Patricia Light Canadian Infantry (1994 to 2001) before remustering to Refrigeration Mechanical (RM) Technician. His postings included 2 PPCLI Winnipeg, the Infantry School Gagetown, BFC Bagotville, CFSME Gagetown, 4 ESR Gagetown, 1 ESU Moncton, back to CFSME and is…

MWO J.P. Michaud, CD

Capt Theodore (Terry) Gracie, CD

After more than 23 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Capt Theodore (Terry) Gracie, CD (bio attached) will be retiring 3 Aug 17. Capt Gracie will be having an informal Retirement BBQ at the CFSME Plumbing/Heating shop in the ITA at 1200hrs 28 Jul 17. Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to the event OPI, Capt Markland Ledoux at …

Biography with photos (200.98 KB)
Capt Theodore (Terry) Gracie, CD

WO/Adj G.B. (Gerry) MacDonald, CD

After more than 32 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, WO Gerry MacDonald CD (bio attached) will be retiring 3 August 2017. WO MacDonald will be having an informal DwD luncheon at Mingler's Pub on the 14th of July
at 1130. Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to event OPI, WO Clint Charron at clinton.charron@…

WO/Adj G.B. (Gerry) MacDonald, CD

MWO Mike Podesta, CD

32 CER is unfortunately retiring two long term members of the Regiment.

MWO Michael Podesta, CD, retired  on 02 Aug 2017. MWO Podesta is retiring after more than 34 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (see bio attached).

At the request of both Capt Granger and MWO Podesta, they will be combining their depart with dignity. Please join Peter and Mike and their families for a celebration of their careers.
This is open for…

Biography with photos (210.35 KB)
MWO Mike Podesta, CD

MWO/Adjum C.W. Erskine, CD

Master Warrant Officer Carl Erskine will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian military Engineer Branch on 29 July 2107 after 24 plus years of loyal and dedicated service to Canada.

A Depart with Dignity retirement function will be held in Carl's honour at the Maple Leaf Room, Canadian Detachment, SHAPE, Casteau, Belgium, Wednesday, 21 June 2017, commencing at 1530.

For those wishing to attend please RSVP NLT 19 June 2017 to MWO Charles (…

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WO Robert Kinch, CD

After more than 43 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, WO Robert Kinch, CD retired on 26 July 2017 (See bio attached).  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place on Saturday the 9 Sep 2017 at Denison Armoury (1 Yukon Lane, Toronto) in the WOs & Sgts Mess from 1600hrs - 1800hrs.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI WO Mike Podesta of their planned attendance. …

WO Robert Kinch, CD

MCpl Mathew MacLeod, CD

After more than 14 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Master Corporal Mathew Macleod, CD (bio attached), will retire 17 Jul 2017. He has requested to forego a Depart with Dignity Ceremony. Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail.

OPI: Sgt John Malysheff, email at John.Malysheff@Forces.gc.ca or by phone…

MCpl Mathew MacLeod, CD

MCpl/Cplc Stephane Forget, CD

After more than 22 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MCpl Stephane
Forget, CD will retire on 14 July 2017 (see bio attached). Due to time constraints, a Depart with Dignity Ceremony will not take place however
anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail. OPI:  MWO Gary Ridgewell, email at  mailto:…

MCpl/Cplc Stephane Forget, CD

CWO/Adjuc R.G. Swift, CD

CWO Ron G. Swift, CD will be retiring from the Canadian Armed Forces on 12 July 2017 after more than 35 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (please see attached bio).

A retirement ceremony will be held in his honour on Wednesday, 28 June 2017 at 1300 hrs at the RCAF Officers' Mess (158 Gloucester St, Ottawa).
Anyone wishing to attend can contact

CWO Ron G. Swift, CD

MWO J.P. Michaud, CD

MWO Michaud J.P. CD1 will be retiring from the Canadian Forces after 23 years of service.

Jason is currently a Construction Engineering Superintendent, who in the past served with the Princess Patricia Light Canadian Infantry (1994 to 2001) before remustering to Refrigeration Mechanical Technician. His postings included 2 PPCLI Winnipeg, the Infantry School Gagetown, BFC Bagotville, CFSME Gagetown, 4 ESR Gagetown, 1 ESU Moncton, back to CFSME and is currently…

CWO Mike Smith, CD

CWO Mike Smith, CD will be retiring from the Canadian Armed Forces on 4 July 2017 after more than 38 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (please see attached bio).

At the request of CWO Smith there will be an informal DWD ceremony at Ralph & Son’s in Ottawa on 5 May 17, by invitation only.  Friends and colleagues are encouraged to send congratulatory msgs, anecdotes, best wishes, stories or pictures by email to…

Bilingual bio (229.09 KB)
CWO Mike Smith, CD

Maj Luc Doré, CD

Major PJL (Luc) Doré, CD will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 04 Jul 2017, after more than 23 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch (please see bio attached).  In order to honour Maj Doré's service in the CAF and to wish him well in his
retirement, a DwD will be held Friday, 23 June 2017 (1200-1400hrs) at Gainsbourg Bistro-Brasserie, 9 rue Aubry, Gatineau. For planning purposes…

Maj Luc Doré, CD

Cpl C.J. "Chad" French

Cpl C.J. "Chad" French, will retire from the Canadian Armed forces on 01 July 2017 after 8 plus years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF, RCR and CME Branch, as an NCM (please see attached bio). A DWD will take place on 16 June 2017.  Congratulatory messages, anecdotes, photos and farewell wishes can be forwarded to Cpl Ripley, Thomas.Ripley@forces.gc.ca   Please send NLT Friday 02 June 2017.


Biography (247.9 KB)

WO Gerald Webster, CD

Warrant Officer Gerry Webster, grew up as a PMQ Brat on east coast Air Force Bases in the late 50’s, 60’s and early 70’s. The son of a RCAF firefighter, a career choice in the Forces as a Firefighter (651) was an easy sell and Gerry enrolled in the CAF as a direct entry, 04 Sep 1974, completed recruit training at Canadian Forces Recruit School (CFRS) Cornwallis, Nova Scotia, before proceeding on QL3 Fire Fighter Training at Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Ordinance…

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WO Gerald Webster, CD

MWO Charles Bryant CD

Master Warrant Officer Charles Bryant, CD will retire on 16 June 2017 after more than 35 years of dedicated service to Canada, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Engineers.

MWO Bryant enrolled in the Army as an infantryman in January 1982 and upon completion of Battle School in Wainwright, AB, was posted to 3 PPCLI in Esquimalt, BC. His early regimental employment included service in a Rifle Company and the Mortar Platoon from 1982 to 1985. From 1985…

Biography with photo (355.91 KB)
MWO Charles Bryant CD

CWO Clarence Collings, CD

CWO C.D. (Clarence) Collings, CD will be retiring from the CAF on 6 June 2017 after more than 34 years of dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (Bio Attached).  A retirement ceremony will take place at the 8 Wg Trenton WO & Sgt's Mess at 1130hrs on the 3rd of February 2017.  A lunch meal will be served at the participant's expense.  Dress will be Dress of the Day or Smart Casual.  Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to the…

Biography with photos (198.11 KB)
CWO/Adjuc Clarence Collings, CD

Major Edward Urbanowicz, MiD, CD

Major Edward Urbanowicz, MiD, CD will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 06 June 2017, after more than 41 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch (please see bio attached).  In order to honour Maj Urbanowicz's service in the CAF and to wish him well in his retirement, a function will be held Friday, 02 June 2017 (1400hrs) at the Restaurant La Station, 611 Blvd Saint-Joseph, Gatineau. For planning purposes,…

Major Edward Urbanowicz, MiD, CD

Capt Robert Lamothe, MMM, CD

Capt Robert Lamothe, MMM, CD will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 1 June 2017, after more than 35+ years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch.

To honour Capt Lamothe`s service in the CAF and to wish him well in his retirement, an event will be held Wednesday 22 March 2017 at the Gunroom at Workpoint (CFB Esquimalt) from 1400 hrs to 1700 hrs.   For planning purposes, please confirm your attendance and…

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Sgt Paul Veinot

I would like to inform you that effective 31 May 2017 Sgt Paul Veinot (Primary Reserve) will be retiring after 42 years’ service in the CAF.  A farewell gathering will be held at Gowingnutz Restaurant on 26 May 2017 1200 hrs. Congratulatory messages, anecdotes and well wishes are welcome and can be forwarded to Capt James Gannon  Wing Fire Chief or

Biography with photo (362.91 KB)
Sgt Paul Veinot, CD

Sgt Bill Pettis, CD

I will retire on 23 May 17. I have had a superb time with my Canadian military comrades, units, and establishments. I will reside in Oromocto, N.B with my loving wife Kim, and take up gardening. I will endeavor to have my three loving children Tryel, Shane, and Kelsey, visit often to look after Kim and me.

Below is a bullet of my military career.

  • Jan 1974 – May 1978- 2928 Army Cadets, Truro, N.S
  • May 1976- May 1998 - 1st Battalion Nova Scotia…
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Sgt Bill Pettis, CD

MWO / Adjum Yvon Roy, CD

After more than 34 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MWO Yvon Roy, CD will retire 19 May 2017 (see bio attached).  A lunch in Ceremony will take place at the Cage au Sport, Chicoutimi at 1130hrs, 4 May 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 1 May 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail.  OPI: …

MWO Yvon Roy, CD

Adj/WO Bruno Gagnon, CD

After more than 24 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Royal Canadian Engineer, Warrant Bruno Gagnon, CD (bio attached), will retire 16 Mai 2017. A depart with dignity ceremony will take place at Centre Castor CFB Valcartier on 12 Mai 2017. Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 1

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Adjudant Bruno Gagnon. CD

WO/Adj Scott A. Alberts, CD

WO Scott A. Alberts, CD, will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 16 May 2017 after 20 plus years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF, RCR and CME Branch, as an NCM (please see attached bio). A DWD will take place at a later date.  Congratulatory messages, anecdotes, photos and farewell wishes can be forwarded to WO Raymond, Denis.Raymond@forces.gc.ca<

WO/Adj Scott A. Alberts, CD

MWO // Adjum J.C.J. René, CD

MWO René joined the Canadian Armed Forces in April 1984. He was first posted CFB North Bay, ON, following QL-3 firefighter training and was promoted from private to corporal. Immediately after QL-5 graduation, he was posted to Canadian Forces Fire Academy, CFB Borden, ON, in 1988. He was promoted master-corporal in 1989 and graduated from QL-6a shortly before his next posting to Canadian Forces Recruit School in 1994. After transforming several civilians into proud…

MWO J.C.J. René, CD

MCpl/CplC Kirk Bradbury,CD

After more than 21 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MCpl Kirk Bradbury, CD will retire 10 May 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the Annapolis Mess C Lounge at 1400hrs, 5 May 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 30 Apr 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to …

Biography with photo (118.99 KB)
MCpl/CplC Kirk Bradbury,CD

Cpl Christian Roy, CD

After more than 41 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Cpl Christian Roy, CD (bio attached), will retire 02 May 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the ROCC Lounge at 22 Wing North Bay, on 28 Apr 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 14 Apr 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail.

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WO / Adj Stéphane Pilon, CD

After more than 21 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, WO Stéphane Pilon JAS, CD, will retire 01 May 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the Falling Mapper Room at 615 Booth St. in Ottawa, followed by a reception at the Heart & Crown on Preston St. on 28 April 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their…

WO / Adj Stéphane Pilon, CD

Maj D. Desveaux, CD

Maj Denny Desveaux, CD will retire on 19 Apr 2017 after more than 30 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF, the CME Branch, Armoured Corps 8th Canadian Hussars and Canadian Dragoons (see Message attached). As requested by Maj Desveaux, there will be NO Depart with Dignity.

Eventually everyone Moves On, I know it is hard to believe I am leaving quietly with no DWD; I am thoroughly grateful to the military and support/guidance from fellow…

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Maj Denny Desveaux, CD

WO James Vanderlinden, CD

After more than 20 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch  Warrant Officer James Vanderlinden, CD (bio attached), will retire 16 Apr 2017.  Warrant Officer James Vanderlinden has elected not to have a DWD. Anyone who wishes to send a farewell message or share a story can send it to WO…

Biography with photo (120.79 KB)
WO James Vanderlinden, CD

MCpl Anthony Graham, CD

After more than 22 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, MCpl Anthony Graham, CD will retire 13 Apr 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the Oak and Barrel Restaurant, Greenwood N.S. , 7 Apr 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 4 Apr 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement wishes may be sent to the OPI by e-mail.

OPI:…

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MCpl Anthony Graham, CD

Sgt Dwayne Orvis, CD

After more than 23 plus years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Sgt Dwayne Orvis, CD (bio attached), will retire 02 April 2017. A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at CFSME building J-10 in Gagetown N.B, on 27 Apr 2017. Attendees are requested to advise the OPI WO Walsh of their planned attendance NLT 24…

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Sgt Dwayne Orvis, CD

WO Eugene Underhill, CD

WO Underhill will be releasing from the CAF 15 Mar 2017 and his DWD will be held at the Centurion Mess TC Meaford on 30 March 2017. The DWD will begin as the TGIT winds down @ 1530hrs. If anyone would like further details or would like me to pass on information to WO Underhill, please do not hesitate to contact the OPI; WO / Adj Terry von Stackelberg, CD Pl Comd / Integrated Personnel Support Centre Meaford (IPSC Meaford)

Canadian Armed Forces…

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Maj N.H. "Neil" Anderson, CD

Maj N.H. "Neil" Anderson, CD will retire on 10 Mar 2017 after serving 29 plus years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the CME Branch (see bio attached). Maj Anderson has accepted the position of Community Emergency Management Coordinator and Deputy Airport Manager (aka: Deputy Fire Chief) in Stratford ON. A DWD luncheon will take place on 10 Mar 2017 at the Juno Beach Mess in CFB Borden. Messages, anecdotes, or photos can be sent to

Maj N.H. "Neil" Anderson, CD

Adj Nick Deriger, CD

1.       WO Nick Deriger is retired from the Canadian Armed Forces on 07 March 2017. After 24+ years of loyal and dedicated service to Canada, Canadian Military Engineers and the Canadian Armed Forces. 

2.       WO Deriger has been posted to 2 CER (1996 – 2002), the Army Dive Centre (2002 – 2004), 4 ESR (2004 – 2005), 2 CER (2005 – 2010), CFSME (2010 – 2014) and 5 CDSG Ops (2014 – 2016). He has…

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Sgt Brent Ward, CD

After more than 33 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch, Sgt Brent Ward, CD (bio attached) will retire 5 Mar 2017. Sgt Ward has decided to forgo a formal DWD ceremony but will have a less formal luncheon at a later date. Congratulatory messages or anecdotes can be sent to 

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Sgt Brent Ward, CD

Col Pierre Lamontagne, CD

Colonel J.G.P. (Pierre) Lamontagne, CD will retire from the Canadian Armed Forces on 1 March 2017, after more than 35 years of loyal and dedicated service to the CAF and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch (please see bio attached).  In order to honour  Col Lamontagne's service in the CAF and to wish him well in his retirement, a function will be held Friday, 24 Feb 2017 at the NDHQ WO's and Sgt's Mess, 4 Queen Elizabeth Drive, Ottawa at 1400 hrs. For planning…

Col Pierre Lamontagne, CD

WO Gerry Dunphy, CD

After more than 38 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch  WO Gerry Dunphy, CD (bio attached), will retire 25 Feb 2017. Please send your congratulatory messages and farewell wishes addressed to the POC: Capt Brian Carrigan.

WO Dunphy was born in St. John’s Newfoundland and…

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WO Gerry Dunphy, CD

MCpl/CplC Oliver Sergerie, CD

After more than 15 years of loyal and dedicated service to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Military Engineer Branch,MCpl Oliver Sergerie, CD (bio attached), will retire 15 Feb 2017.  A Depart with Dignity Ceremony will take place at the Malone’s Lakeside Bar & Grill, on 10 Feb 2017.  Attendees are requested to advise the OPI of their planned attendance NLT 06 Feb 2017.  Anecdotes or retirement…

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MCpl/CplC Oliver Sergerie, CD

Sgt Maurice Power, CD

Sgt Power will be retiring from the CAF on the 15th of February, 2017 after 27+ years of loyal and dedicated service to Canada, the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Military Engineers.

Maurice Joseph Power (AKA Moe), was born in Gander Newfoundland on Dec 30th 1957. He is the 12th of 14 children and is married to his High School sweetheart Donna. They have 2 sons Eddie and Justin.

In 1982 Moe joined the Canadian Armed Forces and conducted his Basic…

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Sergeant Maurice Power, CD