15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2009
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2009
as at 24 April 2021
Sub-units
31st Field Battery, RCA
68th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
31st Field Battery, RCA
68th Field Battery, RCA
Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Key Appointments
Christmas Photo 2009
Back row - Sgt Conrad Skuce CD, 2, Sgt Clint Godsoe, Sgt Oliver Young CD, MCpl Wayne Lysholm, Sgt Goran Kurtagic, Sgt Tony Gee CD, 2Lt Andrew Grieve, 9, 10, Lt Conway Hui, Lt Chad Evans, 2Lt Rob Helina
Fourth Row - 14, 15, 16, Bdr Kyle Hodgson, 18, MBdr Kazue Maruyama, Cpl Gabriela Fleischer, MBdr Dan Taylor CD, 22, Bdr William Martinez CD, 24, 25, 26
Third Row - Bdr Ken Keene, Bdr Robert Hill, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, MBdr Starr Switzer, Bdr Yuriy Bolgak 36, 37, 38
Second Row - Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, MWO Ken Surges , Sgt Ian Smith CD, WO CA Roberts CD, 43, Bdr Rob Stone CD, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, WO Rob Garrett CD, WO Rick Gardner, Gord Barrett, Capt Ryan Brekke
Front Row - Capt Don Lamb CD, Capt Jim Tempest CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, HLCol Peter Veuger, CWO Kevin Walker CD, LCol Jim Barrett CD, HCol John Brownlee-Baker CD, Maj Kent Wickens CD, Capt Ian Watt, Capt Douglas Gayton CD, Capt Nick Watts CD, 72
Fourth Row - 14, 15, 16, Bdr Kyle Hodgson, 18, MBdr Kazue Maruyama, Cpl Gabriela Fleischer, MBdr Dan Taylor CD, 22, Bdr William Martinez CD, 24, 25, 26
Third Row - Bdr Ken Keene, Bdr Robert Hill, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, MBdr Starr Switzer, Bdr Yuriy Bolgak 36, 37, 38
Second Row - Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, MWO Ken Surges , Sgt Ian Smith CD, WO CA Roberts CD, 43, Bdr Rob Stone CD, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, WO Rob Garrett CD, WO Rick Gardner, Gord Barrett, Capt Ryan Brekke
Front Row - Capt Don Lamb CD, Capt Jim Tempest CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, HLCol Peter Veuger, CWO Kevin Walker CD, LCol Jim Barrett CD, HCol John Brownlee-Baker CD, Maj Kent Wickens CD, Capt Ian Watt, Capt Douglas Gayton CD, Capt Nick Watts CD, 72
Promotions and Appointments
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Master Warrant Officer Kevin E Walker CD promoted Chief Warrant Officer and appointed Regimental Sergeant Major. |
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Master Bombardier Anthony Gee CD promoted Sergeant. |
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Canadian Forces' Decoration (CD)
The Canadian Forces' Decoration is awarded to officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service. The decoration is awarded to all ranks, who have a good record of conduct. Sergeant Lysholm CD and Master Bombardier Terry Zhong CD presented the Canadian Forces Decoration. Captain Doug Gayton CD, Sergeant Oliver Young CD and Bombardier Rob Stone CD presented the clasp to the Canadian Forces Decoration. |
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Major Kent A Wickens CD appointed Second in Command
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Most Proficient Detachment Commander of the Year
Sergeant Goran Kurtagic is presented with the trophy at the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess Dinner by Warrant Officer Rob Garrett, CD for his performance in 2008. This trophy is awarded annually by the firing battery’s leadership to the detachment commander that displayed the greatest overall proficiency throughout the year. |
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Most Efficient Recruit 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA
This award is presented to the most efficient recruit of the year. This year’s winner of the trophy is Private (Recruit) Nathan R Patch. |
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The Gunner Douglas Corsor Jr. Memorial Trophy
This trophy is presented to the Gunner that most exemplifies the best characteristics of being a Gunner. It was created by his close friends in the Regiment, Gunner Noel RR Dykes, Gunner Joseph C. Gauthier, Gunner R. Gerard, Gunner H. Harsch and Gunner V. Hughes after his untimely death in a vehicle accident in 1974. Refurbished by Captain N.R.R. Dykes CD in 2004. The 2009 award is presented to Gunner AZ Law. |
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Most Proficient Bombardier of the year
Master Bombardier Zhong is presented with the trophy for most proficient Bombardier of the year for 2008 by the Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki at the Annual Mess Dinner for the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess. |
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Most Proficient Corporal of the Year
Corporal Fleischer is presented the most proficient Corporal of the year award for 2008 by the Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki at the Annual Mess Dinner for the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess. |
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Remembrance Day 2009
The 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA fires a 21 gun salute in commemoration of Remembrance Day. The firing takes place at Portside Park in Vancouver.
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The 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA fires a 21 gun salute in commemoration of Remembrance Day. The firing takes place at Portside Park in Vancouver.
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Canada Day 2009
What promised to be a very long day started out with a 21 gun salute at Hallelujah Point in Stanley Park with a 21 gun salute in honour of Canada Day
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What promised to be a very long day started out with a 21 gun salute at Hallelujah Point in Stanley Park with a 21 gun salute in honour of Canada Day
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Change of Regimental Sergeant Major Parade – 1 July 2009
The gathering of old acquaintances. The forming up of the parade, the handover from Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki to Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Walker symbolized by the passing of the drill cane. See more...
The gathering of old acquaintances. The forming up of the parade, the handover from Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki to Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Walker symbolized by the passing of the drill cane. See more...
Soldiers' Christmas Dinner
The youngest Gunner and the oldest NCM sit at the head table. Awards from throughout the year and even a few promotions!
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The youngest Gunner and the oldest NCM sit at the head table. Awards from throughout the year and even a few promotions!
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Yakima Live Firing Ex
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Pacific National Exhibition
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA performs at the annual Pacific National Exhibition on 4 September 2009. Great weather, great crowds and excellent tunes! What more do you need? A story from one of the musicians that was at the PNE that day would be great! See more...
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA performs at the annual Pacific National Exhibition on 4 September 2009. Great weather, great crowds and excellent tunes! What more do you need? A story from one of the musicians that was at the PNE that day would be great! See more...
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Retirement
Captain Noel RR Dykes, CD retires from the Canadian Armed Forces on 21 Aug 2009 after 35 years, 8 months, 13 days of service. |
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Members Qualifications
July 2009 Major Kent A Wickens CD graduated Canadian Land Force Command and Staff College.
July 2009 Major Kent A Wickens CD graduated Canadian Land Force Command and Staff College.
Regional Liaison Officers Programme
June 2009 – Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki takes up his new temporary position with the Regional Liaison Officer program with Joint Task Force Pacific. A nice cushy Brigade staff job. Hey! Who’s running this organization. A frickin Battle Fitness Test on the hottest day of June in Victoria. Lt(N) Jim Blatherwick, MWO Terry McKimmie, CWO Scott Stewart, Capt Alec Johnson, CWO Door Gibson, LCol Dave Ross, LCol Leon Jensen, Capt Kevin Cmolik, LCol David Lowe, Capt Barry Plaxton, Capt Jim Stecyk, CWO Rob Wishnicki, Angela Watson.
June 2009 – Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki takes up his new temporary position with the Regional Liaison Officer program with Joint Task Force Pacific. A nice cushy Brigade staff job. Hey! Who’s running this organization. A frickin Battle Fitness Test on the hottest day of June in Victoria. Lt(N) Jim Blatherwick, MWO Terry McKimmie, CWO Scott Stewart, Capt Alec Johnson, CWO Door Gibson, LCol Dave Ross, LCol Leon Jensen, Capt Kevin Cmolik, LCol David Lowe, Capt Barry Plaxton, Capt Jim Stecyk, CWO Rob Wishnicki, Angela Watson.
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Saint Cecilia’s Dinner 2009
The table’s all set for the Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment to host their annual St Cecilia Dinner in honour of the patron saint of musicians! Now we just need some photos that show what a great time was had by everyone that attended! |
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Regimental Shooting Returns to the West – Virtually
EXERCISE VIRTUAL GUNNER (EX VG) was held between February and April 2009 within the Artillery Regiments of Land Forces Western Area (LFWA). This was a combination Voice Procedures Exercise (VPX) and Command Post Exercise (CPX). The exercise covered Regimental fire missions and basic fire planning.See more...
EXERCISE VIRTUAL GUNNER (EX VG) was held between February and April 2009 within the Artillery Regiments of Land Forces Western Area (LFWA). This was a combination Voice Procedures Exercise (VPX) and Command Post Exercise (CPX). The exercise covered Regimental fire missions and basic fire planning.See more...
Ex Total Ram
It has been a busy training year for members of the 5th (BC) and 15th Field Regiments. Some of the most notable tasks include deployments to Afghanistan, Sudan and the Vancouver Olympics. Another notable points from the training year includes a large boost to recruitment. The 5th alone can boast of achieving 188% of its intended recruitment goal. Recently though, over Easter weekend from April 1st to April 5th, members of both regiments participated in Ex. TOTAL RAM in Yakima, Washington. See more...
It has been a busy training year for members of the 5th (BC) and 15th Field Regiments. Some of the most notable tasks include deployments to Afghanistan, Sudan and the Vancouver Olympics. Another notable points from the training year includes a large boost to recruitment. The 5th alone can boast of achieving 188% of its intended recruitment goal. Recently though, over Easter weekend from April 1st to April 5th, members of both regiments participated in Ex. TOTAL RAM in Yakima, Washington. See more...
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BC Military Family Resource Centre
The Regimental Band assists in the fundraising campaign. |
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Afghanistan
Sergeant Rick Tennant deploys to Afghanistan as part of the Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) team. It's reassuring when you realize that yo're not the only member of 15th Field Artillery Regiment in theatre. Captain Taius Yoo, Bombardier Dan Scott and others are there to greet him. See more...
Sergeant Rick Tennant deploys to Afghanistan as part of the Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) team. It's reassuring when you realize that yo're not the only member of 15th Field Artillery Regiment in theatre. Captain Taius Yoo, Bombardier Dan Scott and others are there to greet him. See more...
Members Extra-Regimentally Employed
Members in other units
Lieutenant-Colonel Leon Jensen OMM CD Assistant Chief of Staff 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Director Regional Liaison Program for Joint Task Force Pacific.
Master Warrant Colin V Norris CD employed as Counter-IED Instructor/Trainer.
Former Members now in Regular Force
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond Canadian Forces Base Edmonton, AB.
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown, Battery Commander, Headquarters and Services Battery, 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Shilo MB.
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Forces Liaison Officer position, United States of America.
Captain Paul A Stewart 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Petawawa, ON.
Captain Rob J Bower posted to Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, Kitchener, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont Western Area Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Members in other units
Lieutenant-Colonel Leon Jensen OMM CD Assistant Chief of Staff 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Director Regional Liaison Program for Joint Task Force Pacific.
Master Warrant Colin V Norris CD employed as Counter-IED Instructor/Trainer.
Former Members now in Regular Force
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond Canadian Forces Base Edmonton, AB.
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown, Battery Commander, Headquarters and Services Battery, 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Shilo MB.
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Forces Liaison Officer position, United States of America.
Captain Paul A Stewart 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Petawawa, ON.
Captain Rob J Bower posted to Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, Kitchener, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont Western Area Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Officers' Mess
St Barbara's Day Special Guest Night
The pictures from this year's St Barbara's Day Special Guest Night are rather slim. In fact, all I have is the invitation and pictures that appear to be duplicated in 2010! Were you there? Can you provide some insight?
The pictures from this year's St Barbara's Day Special Guest Night are rather slim. In fact, all I have is the invitation and pictures that appear to be duplicated in 2010! Were you there? Can you provide some insight?
Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess
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New Year's Day Levee Breakfast
The Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' mess have an annual tradition of meeting for breakfast prior to the New Years' Day Levee. The start of this tradition is lost in time and only a few theories as to the reason it came into being exist. It was either the end of the evening's festivities or a lonely Regimental Sergeant Major that insisted that all would join him for breakfast to bring in the New Year. |
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Annual Mess Dinner
This year’s dinner was held in the Officers’ Mess. The head table had the Commander 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Colonel Richmond, CD and Colonel John Crossman from Joint Task Force Pacific. See more...
This year’s dinner was held in the Officers’ Mess. The head table had the Commander 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Colonel Richmond, CD and Colonel John Crossman from Joint Task Force Pacific. See more...
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The Brigadier DuMoulin Trophy
This trophy is awarded to the most efficient member of the Sergeants’ Mess as determined by the displayed rating system. It is awarded at the Sergeants’ Mess Annual Mess Dinner for their activities in the previous year. The winner for his service in 2008 is Sergeant W.R. Blair. |
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Junior Ranks Club
The Junior Ranks Club on a usual Parade night.
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Junior Ranks Ball
The Regiment played host to the 39 Canadian Brigade Group Junior Ranks Ball on 18 April, 2009. |
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Lists - The following pages contain information relating to the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page
Honours and Awards
Trophies
Commanding Officers and Regimental Sergeants Major
Honoraries
Battery Commanders and Battery Sergeants Major
Band Appointments
Nominal Roll
Guns of the Regiment
Memorial Page