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TFL Comd’s Commendation o MCpl Desruisseaux – 77 Lines Regt St-Jean Line Tech During Op Reassurance Roto 21-02, MCpl Desruisseaux’s performance as Line Section 2 I/C has been beyond outstanding. In addition to his primary roles, he was also a highly contributing mbr on the Sig Sqn Morale and Welfare Committee, and primary Line Section PD coordinator. Embodying the ethics and values expected of a Sgt, MCpl Desruisseaux promoted the highest standards for honesty, integrity and fairness when dealing individually and collectively with all deployed mbrs. MCpl Desruisseaux could continuously be relied upon to expertly manage all aspects of his subordinates work, making certain all involved had a clear understanding of their responsibilities. o MCpl Carter – 21 EW Regt Kingston Int Op As the junior INT analyst deployed on ROTO 2102 part of Op Reassurance, MCpl Carter has done extraordinary work that has exceeded their responsibilities which led to meeting mission critical goals. During their time in theater, they have regularly assumed responsibilities expected of a higher rank and led multiple projects and tasks. MCpl Carter has produced high quality EMCON reports in support to the eFP Latvia which have been briefed to the Bde and BG Commanders and resulted in enhanced awareness […]
In this edition: Thank you for your input on accessibility Coverage for mental health services coming soon Let’s talk about mental health New year, new resources to help you manage your mental health Launch of the Dementia Strategic Fund Powers of attorney can now use My VAC Account Send a valentine to a Canadian Veteran Now hiring: Vimy and Beaumont-Hamel monument student guides Veteran story: Bruno Guevremont—Changing mind, changing self Happy New Year! Engagement Thank you for your input on accessibility Thank you to all who participated in the recent consultation on accessibility at Veterans Affairs Canada and the Veterans Review and Appeal Board. Your participation will help prevent accessibility barriers and improve accessibility at our organizations. During the four-week consultation in November and December, over 200 Canadians shared their knowledge and ideas about accessibility. A final report on the consultation will be available in the coming months. Stay connected at Let’s Talk Veterans for updates and information on upcoming consultations. Your voice matters—and we want to hear from you. Immediate coverage for mental health services is coming soon Mental health is a critical part of our overall well-being. That’s why we’re developing a way to give Veterans immediate coverage for mental […]
On 18 December 1961 the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals Museum opened in a few rooms in the basement of the Forde Building. In May 1996 the “new” Military Communications and Electronics Museum opened at its current location in a purpose-built Museum structure. In 2014 over ten thousand square feet of gallery space was added. 18 December 2021 marks the 60th Anniversary of the museum! A social distanced Concert was created in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Military Communications and Electronics Museum for your viewing pleasure. This concert features a mixture of holiday, classical, Celtic, folk, pop, and pipe music. Given the time of year the Museum opened it seemed suitable to include a number of seasonal pieces. The C&E Branch has always had a musical tradition. Unfortunately, due to health and safety reasons during Covid the Vimy Band and military marching bands were not able to be included in this musical celebration of the Museum’s 60th Anniversary. There is a display dedicated to the history of the band in the museum and hopefully in the not so distance future we will be able to celebrate with them once more. For those who were able to participate following […]
Cpl Daniel Taylor (ATIS), a member of the C&E Branch from CFSTG Tech Svcs Borden was recently recognized with a coin from the CDS (acting at the time of presentation) Gen Eyre on 2 Nov 21 during an A/CDS Townhall at CFB Borden. The citation is as follows: Cpl Taylor demonstrated excellent leadership far beyond his current rank level when he assumed the position of IC IM West, a position normally reserved for the rank of sergeant. In this position, Cpl Taylor was responsible for the crucial IT requirements within the COVID environment for the RCAF 500 series force generation training, the AERE officer training, and the 400THS operational mandate. Cpl Taylor ensured that section personnel were assigned appropriate tasks which were completed in an efficient manner. He was a contributing presence in unit meetings and provided concise, succinct reports to his supervisor on all section activities. Cpl Taylor was instrumental in the transfer of the Bell Helicopter Textron SAP System from commercial internet to GPNET which required approvals from national and coordination with multiple stakeholders resulting in substantial monthly cost savings to the CF. Cpl Taylor organised a unit luncheon for departing members, ensured venue was booked, co-ordinated attendance, […]
In this edition: Take care of your mental health during this season The Veterans Independence Program can help you get through the winter The Education and Training Benefit can help you reach career goals Commemoration: End of the Cold War 80th anniversary of the Defence of Hong Kong Do you know someone who deserves recognition? Veteran Success Story: A man who loves to be busy Veteran releases music album You can help improve accessibility Reminder: Please take part in an online study on chronic pain Season’s Greetings from VAC Programs and services Take care of your mental health during this season The holiday season can be a busy time for people, with events to attend, gatherings to prepare, gifts to buy and often an especially busy period at work. This season can also be a time when many feel isolated and lonely. In short, it’s a time of increased stress that can take a toll on your mental health. There are resources to help you and your loved ones take care of their mental health. The VAC Assistance Service is a free and confidential psychological support line available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Call 1-800-268-7708, or for TDD/TYY, 1-800-567-5803. […]
Dear Members of the Communications and Electronics Branch/The Royal Canadian Corps of Signals: This note is intended to advise our C&E Branch members of the status of one of our genuine heroes – Colonel Don Pruner, OMM, CD. Colonel Don Pruner has been diagnosed with Acute Leukemia with a very short-term prognosis. Colonel Pruner served honourably in World War II as an infantry soldier in NW Europe in the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada (Princess Louise’s) and was Wounded in Action and medically evacuated. After the war, he graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours degree in the Communications and Electricity option of Engineering Physics. During his fourth year of engineering at university, he re-enlisted in the Canadian Army Regular in the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals. Col Pruner served in the war in Korea in 1952 as both a battalion signal officer and a signal troop officer at brigade HQ. During his thirty-four plus years of military service in the Canadian Armed Forces, he was promoted and employed in progressively more responsible positions in operations, management, training and administration, primarily, but not exclusively, in the field of communications and electronics. In his final appointment, he was […]