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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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CAF and Royal Roads University formalize new subsidized education pathway

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A Ride of Remembrance and Legacy: Le Tour des Collèges

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

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 ...

Andrew Chernysh

Strength in Stillness: Andrew Chernysh (RMC 1997)

Finding Meaning, Resilience, and Hope Through Innovation Andrew Chernysh (RMC 1997) has spent his life at the intersection of service, ...

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Shaping Canada’s Food Policy: CMC Alumnus Sylvain Charlebois (Class of 1992)

From the classrooms of the Royal Military Colleges to the heart of Canada’s national conversation on food and public policy, ...

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Congratulations to Anton Boegman on his historic appointment as Canada’s first Foreign Influence Transparency Commissioner

The federal government’s proposal to appoint Anton Boegman as Canada’s first Foreign Influence Transparency Commissioner marks a significant milestone in ...

UPCOMING EVENTS

Connect Through Upcoming Events

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150th Anniversary Meet & Greet BBQ

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12-13

Royal Roads Homecoming September 2026

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18-19

Reunion Weekend September 18-19 2026