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BATTLE OF THE CLASSES 2026

Sandhurst Teams

Canadian soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets work together outdoors, one holding a small object. A Canadian flag patch is visible on a sleeve. They appear to be engaged in a field activity or training exercise.

Every year, the RMC and RMC Saint-Jean Sandhurst team represent Canada on the international stage through their participation in two major competitions in Mexico and the USA. The Sandhurst Competition is a two-day skills competition and typically includes approximately 43 kilometers of navigation across difficult terrain, weapons handling, rifle marksmanship, combat swim (in full gear), […]

Mottershead Battlefield Tour (France and Belgium)

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The French and Beligum Mottershead Battlefield Tour (MBFT) is a nine (9) day tour (inclusive of travel) held during Reading Week in February each year. Participants visit battle sites, cemeteries, and museums associated with the actions of Canada Expeditionary Forces of both wars, including the Somme, Vimy, Dieppe, JUNO Beach, and the Falaise Gap. Additionally, […]

The Italian Mottershead Battlefield Tour

Five Canadian soldiers in camouflage uniforms and berets stand in front of a brick wall with a commemorative plaque. Green plants are visible in the lower right of the image.

The Italian Mottershead Battlefield Tour is a nine day tour held in early October similar to the France and Belgium Battlefield Tour.  The tour is generously funded by Ian and Rosemary Mottershead from the Class of 1962.  The tour allows Naval and Officer Cadets to visit two significant battles at Cassino and Ortona as well […]

Combat Weapons Team

Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms lie on grass aiming rifles, wearing ear protection and sunglasses. A green camouflage backpack and other gear are in front of them. They appear focused, with a building structure behind them.

The Combat Weapons Team (CWT) is a group of RMC’s top performing cadets from all elements who compete at multiple international shooting events annually. These shooting events are hosted in the US and in Europe with thousands of competitors and spectators coming from other NATO countries to compete. These events are excellent experiences for the […]