Trailblazers

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Trailblazers

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Trailblazers shines a spotlight on the remarkable alumni of Canada’s Military Colleges whose leadership, service, innovation, and achievements continue to inspire our community. Through these stories, we celebrate the lasting impact of our alumni while sharing the values, experiences, and lessons that help shape future generations.

The Trailblazer Podcast

The Trailblazer Podcast celebrates the accomplishments and milestones of notable alumni of Canada’s Military Colleges and provides a platform for them to share their stories and contribute to building future leaders for Canada and the world.

Recent News

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October is Women’s History Month

A bronze plaque reads “Royal Military College of Canada Wall of Honour” and recognises ex-cadets who made exceptional contributions to Canada or the world. It was presented in October 2008 by the Class of 1983.

The Nominating Committee is now soliciting nominations for 2027 inductees to the RMC Wall of Honour

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Nominations Open for AWOD’s 10th Class

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Lalonde Named Associate Head Coach of RMC Men’s Hockey

Recent Impact

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RMC Scores a First Place Finish at Queen’s Intercollegiate Business Competition

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RMC Saint-Jean Cultural Canadian Indigenous Exchange

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Sandhurst Teams

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Mottershead Battlefield Tour (France and Belgium)

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Alumni Spotlight: From Military College to Market Leader and Author – Jason Donville, RRMC RMC Class of 1986

Some journeys are defined by success. Others are defined by purpose. The remarkable story of Jason Donville is a testament ...

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From Kingston to Manila!

For many officer cadets, summer training means field exercises, leadership tasks, and operational experience. For Officer Cadet Donovan Dobson, it ...

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From Leading Cadets to Leading Change: BGen Cathy Blue Takes on New National Role

The Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association is proud to celebrate the promotion of Brigadier-General Cathy Blue, RMC alumna and former ...

Crista Lynn Ferguson

From CMC to Canada’s Future Fighter Capability- Crista‑Lynn Ferguson, RRMC/RMC Class of 1995

A proud graduate of RRMC/RMC, Class of 1995, Crista‑Lynn Ferguson exemplifies the enduring impact of a CMC education, one rooted ...

Jameel Janjua

Celebrating the Career of Jameel Janjua

From RMC Excellence to Aerospace Leadership Since graduating from the Royal Military College of Canada (RMC) in 2000, Jameel Janjua ...

Kyle C. Paul

RMC to United States Space Command: The Distinguished Career of Major‑General Kyle C. Paul, RMC Class of 1998

From the rink at the Royal Military College of Canada to the forefront of allied space operations, Major‑General Kyle C. ...

Krista Brodie

From Royal Roads to National Leadership: Major-General Krista Brodie, RRMC Class of 1993

Major-General Krista Brodie, a graduate of Royal Roads Military College and a distinguished leader in the Canadian Armed Forces, continues ...

Elizabeth Eldridge

Advancing Defence Capability Through Logistics Excellence: Elizabeth Eldridge, RMC 2010

Lieutenant‑Commander (LCdr) Elizabeth Eldridge, RMC Class of 2010, exemplifies the leadership, intellectual rigor, and service‑driven excellence fostered at Canada’s military ...

Ellery Burton

From Pilot to AgTech Leader: Ellery Burton (RMC ’08) Drives Innovation in Canadian Farming

Ellery Burton, a graduate of the Royal Military College (RMC) Class of 2008, began his career as a varsity hockey ...

Rob Francis

Alumni Spotlight: Rob Francis (RMC 2000)—Service, Leadership, Impact

Rob Francis (RMC 2000) has built a leadership career defined by service, learning, and impact. Since graduating from the Royal ...

Matt McLeod

Engineering Leadership into Law: The Career Journey of Matt McLeod, RMC 2007

From the parade square at the Royal Military College of Canada to the boardrooms of Canada’s most innovative companies, Matt ...

Sandra Perron

Sandra Perron: A Life of Service, Courage, and Unbreakable Resolve

History is often shaped not only by victories on battlefields abroad, but by quieter, harder-fought battles at home.  Battles against ...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Connect Through Upcoming Events

OCT

22

Canadian War Museum Speaker Series – Group Captain John Braham, DSO, DFC, AFC, CD: The most decorated RAF fighter pilot of the Second World War

Oct

23

Historic Women’s Military Rugby Showdown: CAF Takes on the British Army at TD Place

OCT

28

Notice of the Annual Meeting of the Voting Members of the Royal Military Colleges of Canada Alumni Association