REMINDER: There is NO November luncheon due to the proximity with the RRMC Celebratory Brunch and the VIECC-RRU Service of Remembrance. On Tuesday, November 11th, 2025, the Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club will once again hold an outdoor Service of Remembrance, hosted by Royal Roads University. Members are requested to pay particular attention to the schedule of events for Remembrance Day at RRU, as there are…

Earlier messaging may have given the impression that this event was only for RRMC alumni; nothing could be farther from the truth - ex-cadets from all three colleges are invited to attend this celebratory brunch. This event is intended to provide an opportunity to get together with classmates and alumni from ALL the military colleges, from ALL classes, to network, swap tales, and mingle.

NOTE: If you have a College Number, you’re a member! RMCAA and VIECC have changed the membership policy, doing away with Life and Ordinary memberships. (And, no more “Vancouver Island Only” memberships.) A reminder of the upcoming special brunch that the Vancouver Island Ex Cadet Club (VIECC) is hosting on 26 October, 2025, on the Quarterdeck at Royal Roads…

Capt Colin W. Plows, OMM, SSM, CD, RCN (Ret'd)-photo courtesy of Linked In We have the sad honour to report the death of 11943 Captain Colin Plows, OMM, SSM, CD, RCN (Ret'd), who passed away in mid-September from multiple myeloma at the Royal Jubilee Hospital. No obituary has yet been found. Should an obituary be published, this post will be updated.

NOTE: If you have a College Number, you're a member! RMCAA and VIECC have changed the membership policy, doing away with Life and Ordinary memberships. (And, no more "Vancouver Island Only" memberships.) General luncheon information is available under the "General Luncheon Details" tab on our website. $35 If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment.

NOTE: If you have a College Number, you're a member! RMCAA and VIECC have changed the membership policy, doing away with Life and Ordinary memberships. (And, no more "Vancouver Island Only" memberships.) General luncheon information is available under the "General Luncheon Details" tab on our website. $35 If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment.

It has been 30 years since cadets marched off the parade square at Royal Roads, so please Join the Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club (VIECC) for a celebratory brunch honouring the 55 year history of Royal Roads as a military institution (1940-1995). Reminisce over brunch on the iconic Quarterdeck in Grant Building at Royal Roads University. We encourage you to bring a guest, such as a significant other or a friend!

NOTE: Important Changes for the Luncheon: $35 There will not be a speaker. (Friday is also the registration deadline for RRU's Homecoming Weekend.) If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment. The Treasurer and Event Coordinator will harmonize the reservation list for Interac payers. Ensure that you pay prior to the deadline…

NOTE: Important Changes for the Luncheon: $35 There may be a speaker. Confirmation or denial will be in the next notice, next week. If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment. The Treasurer and Event Coordinator will harmonize the reservation list for Interac payers. Ensure that you pay prior to the deadline…

Lumpy's obituary was published last week (Aug 16–18) in the Times-Colonist, including details of his Celebration of Life (see concluding paragraphs): "Commander Miller Obituary MILLER, Commander John C.R.F. CD, RCN, Ret'dRRMC/RMC Class of '75 In Loving Memory It is with deep love and profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Miller, a beloved soul who left this world a little brighter than he found it.

We have the sad honour to report the death of 10277 Commander John C. "Lumpy" Miller, CD, RCN, Ret'd (March 12, 1952—August 1, 2025). John born in England and raised in Nova Scotia. He was Sea Log and his career included a stint with the Support Contingent for the UN Mission in the Golan Heights, and as Comptroller for MARPAC. After his time in the Navy, John went to Afghanistan (Kabul) with the Red Cross, where he experienced a devastating rocket attack that landed three tents down from his.

If you've not made your plans to attend your chosen reunion, it's time to get started. The details (in date order): CMR-SJ Fin de semaine des retrouvailles Details: When: August/Août 22 & 23 (Reserve by August 18th for the Friday Get-together and for the Alumni Dinner)Tickets: More information can be found on the Chapitre Fort St. Jean Facebook page: …

$60 The caterer, Truffles, has deferred their deadline by three days. So, if you’ve been thinking about signing up, but thought you’d missed the deadline, or for any other reason not reserved, you’re in luck! Remember: For all of our events, the Meet’n’Greet portion is free to members to attend. Only the luncheon portion (and your bar tab) requires payment. (Appropriate dress is preferred though, if you must, come as you are.)

$60 This last luncheon before the summer break is open to members in good standing, their spouses, and their guests. The deadline for meal subscriptions is 1200, Friday, May 30th, 2025. Cancellations will also be accepted up to that time. Do not pay via Interac after the deadline! Reservations after the deadline must go through Willy, will be put on a Reserve List, and Willy will advise whether any cancellations have been received.

$65 This luncheon is open to members in good standing, their spouses, and their guests. The deadline for meal subscriptions is 1200, Friday, May 30th, 2025. Cancellations will also be accepted up to that time. Do not pay via Interac after the deadline! Subscriptions after the deadline must go through Willy, will be put on a Reserve List, and Willy will advise whether any cancellations have been received.

NOTE: Important Changes for the Luncheon: $35 If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment. The Treasurer and Event Coordinator will harmonize the reservation list for Interac payers. Ensure that you pay prior to the deadline, that you receive an Interac-payment-acknowledgment email from your bank, and that the money has been extracted from your account.

NOTE: Important Changes for the Luncheon: $35 If paying by Interac BEFORE the deadline, NO CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY IS REQUIRED prior to payment. The Treasurer and Event Coordinator will harmonize the reservation list for Interac payers. Ensure that you pay prior to the deadline, that you receive an Interac-payment-acknowledgment email from your bank, and that the money has been extracted from your account.

The Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club (the Club) will hold its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 13:00 hrs on Thursday April 3rd, 2025, at the Bay Street Armoury. This will follow immediately after the regular April Luncheon, which will take place from 11:00 hrs to 13:00 hours on April 3rd, 2025. The AGM Notice and Agenda…

The Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club (the Club) will hold its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 13:00 hrs on Thursday April 3rd, 2025, at the Bay Street Armoury. This will follow immediately after the regular April Luncheon, which will take place from 11:00 hrs to 13:00 hours on April 3rd, 2025. The AGM Notice and Agenda…

In the mass of news since Friday our members may have missed the following: Further information (although out-of-date) on the River Class Destroyer Project is available at: Earlier the government also announced the signing of contracts with Seaspan (Burrard), in North Vancouver, and Chantier-Davie Canada Inc., in Lévis, Quebec, to construct one Polar icebreaker each:

The committee commemorating the 11th Anniversary of the end of Canada's Combat Mission in Afghanistan has invited the Vancouver island Ex-Cadet Club members and their guests to attend a memorial service which will be held Wednesday, March 12th, 2025, commencing at 1845 (6:45 PM). Attendees are requested to arrive NO LATER THAN 1835 (6:35PM). The service will be at the…

The report was released Friday afternoon. Your correspondent has not been able to locate a .pdf version of the report, so, for the moment, it must be read online. Here's the link to the News/Press Release: And, here is the link to the actual Report:

The Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club is pleased to welcome members and guests to its March Luncheon. Luncheons are held at the Bay Street Armoury in the 5th (BC) Field Regiment Officers' Mess and the Currie Room. Registration: Contact Willy by telephone (+1(250)889-3210) or email (eventcoordviecc@gmail.com). DO NOT PAY FOR THE LUNCH UNTIL YOU'VE RECEIVED A POSITIVE CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY (by phone or email).

The Vancouver Island Ex-Cadet Club is pleased to welcome members and guests to its March Luncheon. Luncheons are held at the Bay Street Armoury in the 5th (BC) Field Regiment Officers' Mess and the Currie Room. Registration: Contact Willy by telephone (+1(250)889-3210) or email (eventcoordviecc@gmail.com). DO NOT PAY FOR THE LUNCH UNTIL YOU'VE RECEIVED A POSITIVE CONFIRMATION FROM WILLY (by phone or email).

The Royal Military College Saint-Jean (RMC Saint-Jean) and the NATO Climate Change and Security Centre of Excellence (CCASCOE) are pleased to invite RMC Alumni Association to the 2025 edition of Leadersphere Conference, which will take place on February 25, 2025, at RMC Saint-Jean. We look forward to welcoming you online or on site! Can you share this event with your network?