RMC Colours are consecrated ceremonial flags which are carried by, and mark the
identify of, Canadian Armed Forces formations – in this case Royal Military
College of Canada.
Colours are an organization’s most prized possession. They are presented personally by the Sovereign or by an individual, normally the Governor General, nominated to act on the Sovereign’s behalf. Historically, Colours marked and provided a rallying point for army regiments in the line of battle. Today, they are no longer carried in action however they continue as visible symbols of pride, honour and devotion to Sovereign and country.
RMC is entitled to a stand of Colours composed of a King’s Colour and a College Colour. RMC Colours are paraded on major unit parades and major community events such as galas, Remembrance Day, commemorative sporting events, etc.
Processes exists through the Directorate of History & Heritage to repair, restore and maintain Colours. However, Public funding does not cover some of the equipment necessary to properly bear Colours. Both RMC Colour bearers and the RMC Drum Major have to wear baldrics with their Scarlets. The RMC Alumni Association has agreed to fund the 3 baldrics to replace the old, worn and torn equipment to show the proper pride, honour and devotion that goes along parading our Colours.