15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2010
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2010
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
Back Row - Sgt Donato Calogero CD, RT Helina, JC Girardi, Chad Evans, Ian Watt, Capt Andrew Grieve, PO2 MW Irish, Andrea Bond CD, Tony Gee CD, Rob Garret CD, Goran Kurtagic , Oliver Young.
Fourth Row – MBdr JH Zhong, 14, 15, 16, CT Weller, 18, MBdr DJ Larkin, 20, Wong, YV Bolgak, 23, IS Dhugga, Stephen Oulette,
Third Row – NR Patch, 27, Law, 29, 30, 31, 32, MBdr Dan Taylor, Bdr Wong, 35, Bdr Barry Macleod, Bdr Rob Stone, 38,
Second Row - Capt Don Lamb, Capt Nick Watts CD, Conway Hui, 42, Bdr Rob Hill, 44, Bdr William Martinez CD, 46,47,48,49,50,Bdr DP Pare, Gnr SP Figueroa, Bdr Ryan Crawford, 54, 55, Capt TH Yoo CD, 57,
Front Row - WO Ian Smith CD, Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, Maj Kent Wickens CD, HCol Grant Smith , LCol Jim Barrett CD, CWO Kevin Walker, LCol Dean Drysdale CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, Sgt Conrad Skuce, WO Ken Surges CD
Fourth Row – MBdr JH Zhong, 14, 15, 16, CT Weller, 18, MBdr DJ Larkin, 20, Wong, YV Bolgak, 23, IS Dhugga, Stephen Oulette,
Third Row – NR Patch, 27, Law, 29, 30, 31, 32, MBdr Dan Taylor, Bdr Wong, 35, Bdr Barry Macleod, Bdr Rob Stone, 38,
Second Row - Capt Don Lamb, Capt Nick Watts CD, Conway Hui, 42, Bdr Rob Hill, 44, Bdr William Martinez CD, 46,47,48,49,50,Bdr DP Pare, Gnr SP Figueroa, Bdr Ryan Crawford, 54, 55, Capt TH Yoo CD, 57,
Front Row - WO Ian Smith CD, Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, Maj Kent Wickens CD, HCol Grant Smith , LCol Jim Barrett CD, CWO Kevin Walker, LCol Dean Drysdale CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, Sgt Conrad Skuce, WO Ken Surges CD
Promotions
|
Sergeant Ian M Smith promoted Warrant Officer 1 January 2010
Sergeant Rick Tennant promoted to Warrant Officer 4 August 2010 |
|
New Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel
Judge William Rodgers was appointed Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA.
From 1988 to 2008 he was a Civilian Instructor with 103 Thunderbird Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets in North Vancouver where he coached the Squadron’s Range Team and assisted with the Advanced Survival Training Program.
See more...
Judge William Rodgers was appointed Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA.
From 1988 to 2008 he was a Civilian Instructor with 103 Thunderbird Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets in North Vancouver where he coached the Squadron’s Range Team and assisted with the Advanced Survival Training Program.
See more...
|
Order of Military Merit
Founded on July 1, 1972, the Order of Military Merit recognizes distinctive merit and exceptional service displayed by the men and women of the Canadian Forces, both Regular and Reserve. Many have demonstrated dedication and devotion beyond the call of duty, and the Order honours them for their commitment to Canada. 9 Dec 2010 Captain Douglas Gayton MMM CD invested as Member of the Order of Military Merit. See more... |
|
|
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. The decoration is awarded to the regular forces, reserve forces, officers of the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC), Canadian Rangers and holders of honorary appointments in the CF. Chief Warrant Officer Rob G Wishnicki, CD awarded the clasp to his Canadian Forces Decoration. See more... |
|
Most Proficient Detachment Commander of the Year
The BC Ex Artillery Sergeants Association provided this trophy for the Regiment to recognize their most proficient detachment commander for the year. This trophy is awarded annually by the firing battery’s leadership to the detachment commander that displayed the greatest overall proficiency throughout the year. The winner for 2010 is Sergeant G Kurtagich. |
|
|
Most Efficient Recruit, 15th Field Regiment, RCA
This award is presented to the most efficient recruit of the year. The winner for 2010 is Private (Recruit) NR Patch. |
|
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. The award for 2010 is presented to Gunner TM Murray. |
|
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.
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.
39 Canadian Brigade Group Change of Command Dinner
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA performs at the 39 Canadian Brigade Group Change of Command Dinner held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club on 15 May 2010. See more...
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA performs at the 39 Canadian Brigade Group Change of Command Dinner held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club on 15 May 2010. See more...
|
Canucks Canadian Forces Appreciation Night
The Canucks honour the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces followed by the Canadian and American National Anthems. Bombardier Dan Scott is recognized for his service in Afghanistan. |
|
Canada Day 2010
The Regiment exercises the Freedom of the City which was awarded in 1977. See more...
The Regiment exercises the Freedom of the City which was awarded in 1977. See more...
British Columbia Rifle Association
The Regimental Rifle Team competed in the British Columbia Rifle Association competition from 4 to 6 June 2010.
See more...
The Regimental Rifle Team competed in the British Columbia Rifle Association competition from 4 to 6 June 2010.
See more...
|
Seaforth Highlanders Centennial
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment perform at the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada Ceilidh on 29 May 2010. |
   |
Remembrance Day 2010
The 21 gun salute fired downtown is usually following by cleaning, a hot rum toddy, lunch and then the Messes open for the members and their guests. Traditionally it's become a time for former members to join with their Regiment in Remembrance of those that have gone before and re-establish some old bonds. See more...
The 21 gun salute fired downtown is usually following by cleaning, a hot rum toddy, lunch and then the Messes open for the members and their guests. Traditionally it's become a time for former members to join with their Regiment in Remembrance of those that have gone before and re-establish some old bonds. See more...
OPERATION WIGWAM
The Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Veuger arranged support from the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to provide an opportunity for recently returned Afghanistan augmentees to take an enjoyable cruise from Kitsilano to the Wigwam Inn at the north end of Indian Arm. The Inn has an interesting history and is now owned by the RVYC as one of its out stations. See more...
The Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Veuger arranged support from the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to provide an opportunity for recently returned Afghanistan augmentees to take an enjoyable cruise from Kitsilano to the Wigwam Inn at the north end of Indian Arm. The Inn has an interesting history and is now owned by the RVYC as one of its out stations. See more...
Artillery Day 2010
Master Warrant Officer George Dempsey eyes the parade square before stepping out to take over from his Troop Sergeant Majors. The parade goes through the chain of command, arriving last with the Commanding Officer James Barrett. The Honorary Colonel, John Brownlee-Baker assists the Commanding Officer with presentations including a Canadian Forces Decoration and certificates.See more...
Master Warrant Officer George Dempsey eyes the parade square before stepping out to take over from his Troop Sergeant Majors. The parade goes through the chain of command, arriving last with the Commanding Officer James Barrett. The Honorary Colonel, John Brownlee-Baker assists the Commanding Officer with presentations including a Canadian Forces Decoration and certificates.See more...
Regimental Parade
The Commanding Officer presents Canadian Forces Decoration. See more...
The Commanding Officer presents Canadian Forces Decoration. See more...
2010 Vancouver Ride to Live
The Regiment provided a gun detachment to start the Ride to Live event, a fundraiser for prostate cancer awareness and research. Captain Don Lamb, Lieutenant George Lenis, Second Lieutenant Conway Hui, Sergeant Wayne Lysholm, Bombardier William Martinez, Bombardier Lam, Bombardier Huang, Gunner Andy Law and others were all in attendance for this first of many rides. See more...
The Regiment provided a gun detachment to start the Ride to Live event, a fundraiser for prostate cancer awareness and research. Captain Don Lamb, Lieutenant George Lenis, Second Lieutenant Conway Hui, Sergeant Wayne Lysholm, Bombardier William Martinez, Bombardier Lam, Bombardier Huang, Gunner Andy Law and others were all in attendance for this first of many rides. See more...
Yakima Live Firing Exercise
As a new volunteer padre, I wanted to be with my regiment as they went on exercise. The catch here was that the exercise took place over the Easter weekend. I have been associated with the regiment over the last two years being involved with various phases of regimental life such as classroom training, regimental events and throughout the pre-deployment, deployment and reintegration process for each rotation since being asked to become the volunteer padre. See more...
As a new volunteer padre, I wanted to be with my regiment as they went on exercise. The catch here was that the exercise took place over the Easter weekend. I have been associated with the regiment over the last two years being involved with various phases of regimental life such as classroom training, regimental events and throughout the pre-deployment, deployment and reintegration process for each rotation since being asked to become the volunteer padre. See more...
39 Canadian Brigade Group DomOps Exercise – Edmonton, Alberta
See more...
See more...
Armoury Upgrades
Time to upgrade the perimeter fencing. It appears that some of the gun tractors have been used for overnight accommodation by some of our neighbours. It would have been real nice if the original purchase of property had included a lot more property. See more...
Time to upgrade the perimeter fencing. It appears that some of the gun tractors have been used for overnight accommodation by some of our neighbours. It would have been real nice if the original purchase of property had included a lot more property. See more...
Regimental Barbecue
The Aldergrove Battery hosted the Regimental Barbecue on 26 June 2010. Games of skill were the order of the day.
See more...
The Aldergrove Battery hosted the Regimental Barbecue on 26 June 2010. Games of skill were the order of the day.
See more...
|
Coyote in the Compound
The oddest things show up at the Armoury. There was the M109 in 1987 and now a Coyote. Both items were not indicators of new equipment or new roles for the unit. |
|
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 Officer Colin V Norris CD employed as Counter-IED Instructor/Trainer. Retires from the Reserve Force 10 Nov 2010.
16 May 2010 - Chief Warrant Officer Robert G. Wishnicki CD appointed Brigade Sergeant Major, 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Vancouver, BC.
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 Officer Colin V Norris CD employed as Counter-IED Instructor/Trainer. Retires from the Reserve Force 10 Nov 2010.
16 May 2010 - Chief Warrant Officer Robert G. Wishnicki CD appointed Brigade Sergeant Major, 39 Canadian Brigade Group, Vancouver, BC.
Former Members now in Regular Force
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond Canadian Forces Base Edmonton, AB.
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Forces Liaison Officer position, United States of America
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown, Battery Commander, Headquarters and Services Battery, 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Shilo MB.
Captain Rob J Bower Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, Kitchener, ON.
Captain Paul A Stewart 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Petawawa, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont Western Area Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond Canadian Forces Base Edmonton, AB.
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Forces Liaison Officer position, United States of America
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown, Battery Commander, Headquarters and Services Battery, 1st Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Shilo MB.
Captain Rob J Bower Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, Kitchener, ON.
Captain Paul A Stewart 2nd Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, Petawawa, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont Western Area Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Regimental Wedding
I have pictures of the wedding sword arch team but no pictures of the bride and groom. Can anyone help me out with that? Maybe include a little story about the day? [email protected]
I have pictures of the wedding sword arch team but no pictures of the bride and groom. Can anyone help me out with that? Maybe include a little story about the day? [email protected]
Officers' Mess
St Barbara's Special Guest Night
Another great St Barbara's Special Guest Night was held on the floor of Bessborough Armoury.
See more...
Another great St Barbara's Special Guest Night was held on the floor of Bessborough Armoury.
See more...
Military Ball
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment supports another successful Military Ball.
Please contact us if you have any great stories on the Ball, where it was held and additional photos showing the participants having a great time! See more...
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment supports another successful Military Ball.
Please contact us if you have any great stories on the Ball, where it was held and additional photos showing the participants having a great time! See more...
Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess
|
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 Warrant Officers' and Sergeants’ Mess Annual Mess Dinner for their activities in the previous year. The winner for his service in 2010 is Sergeant WK Lysholm. |
  |
15th Field Artillery Regiment Museum & Archives
Exploring Some of Vancouver's World War II Relics
Most Vancouverites are aware of the two "bunkers" at Tower Beach and the "Siwash Bunker" in Stanley Park. The Siwash bunker is a WW I relic, originally housing a 4" gun, and as such can be properly referred to as a "bunker." The towers at Tower Beach, however, built for WW II, never were gun emplacements and were never manned, and as such are not really "bunkers" at all. More on that after the cut. See more...
Most Vancouverites are aware of the two "bunkers" at Tower Beach and the "Siwash Bunker" in Stanley Park. The Siwash bunker is a WW I relic, originally housing a 4" gun, and as such can be properly referred to as a "bunker." The towers at Tower Beach, however, built for WW II, never were gun emplacements and were never manned, and as such are not really "bunkers" at all. More on that after the cut. See more...
Vancouver Artillery Association
|
Retired Commanding Officers
What do they do when they retire? Lieutenant-Colonel John MacGregor (1981-1983) is stil flying. "Two retired L19 pilots LCol (Ret'd) John MacGregor RCA and LCol (Ret'd) John Dicker RC Sigs. "The photo was taken in Fredericksburg TX. John and I flew down from BC in his L-19 to attend the 60th anniversary of the L-19 Birddog in 2010. John Mac appears to be saying: “I told you we were lost!” ha! ha!" |
Ross Keller from the 85Vics met up with a section of Canadian Rangers on Yorke Island. Ranger Chuck Wong took these great photos of the artefacts that we're preserving on the island. See more...
|
Royal Canadian Artillery Association
The RCAA held its 125 Annual Reunion in Victoria British Columbia 30 September to 2 October 2010. This meeting was an excellent opportunity for the Gunners of Canada from Coast to Coast to get together and exchange ideas. See more... |
|
Obituaries
Pat Brownlee-Baker
Pat died on November 2nd after a long and valiant fight with cancer. Deeply loved and fondly remembered by husband John, sister Jacqueline, brother-in-law Robert, nieces Clair and Sarah. As well as many relatives and friends in Canada, the UK, France and Japan.
See more...
Pat died on November 2nd after a long and valiant fight with cancer. Deeply loved and fondly remembered by husband John, sister Jacqueline, brother-in-law Robert, nieces Clair and Sarah. As well as many relatives and friends in Canada, the UK, France and Japan.
See more...
|
Captain Charles Harold Clerkson, MC
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our Dad and Granddad. Harold was born in Swanson, Saskatchewan and spent most of his youth with his 11 siblings in Broadview, Saskatchewan. He joined the military in 1941 and went overseas with the 15th Field Artillery Regiment. He never wanted to discuss his fighting experiences, even when he was awarded the Military Cross for bravery. See more... |
|
Major Robert Nicholson Keen
March 17, 1915 - July 10, 2010 After a lengthy period of ill health, Bob passed away peacefully at Shorncliffe where he had resided since March 2010. Bob was predeceased by his twin brother (Pat) and his wife (Irene). He is survived by his daughter, Margaret (Lee) of Kamloops; grandson, Lindsey (Ingrid) and great grandchildren, Angus and Caela of Port Moody. Bob is also survived by his sister, Thelma Gayton of Vancouver. See more .... |
Lance Bombardier Heinz Knorr
Heinz was born in Germany in 1926, and settled in Vancouver in 1955. He died at Lions Gate Hospital due to complications of cancer (T-cell Lymphoma), on July 8, 2010. He is loved and missed by his wife, Maria, sons Ralph (Margarete), Ed and Ron; grandchildren Jocelyn and Jason; brother Max; and sister Thea. A small memorial service is planned for Thursday, July 15th at 2pm at Vancouver Memorial Services and Crematorium at 5505 Fraser St. (at 40th Ave).
Heinz was born in Germany in 1926, and settled in Vancouver in 1955. He died at Lions Gate Hospital due to complications of cancer (T-cell Lymphoma), on July 8, 2010. He is loved and missed by his wife, Maria, sons Ralph (Margarete), Ed and Ron; grandchildren Jocelyn and Jason; brother Max; and sister Thea. A small memorial service is planned for Thursday, July 15th at 2pm at Vancouver Memorial Services and Crematorium at 5505 Fraser St. (at 40th Ave).
Rob Saguri was born in Iserlohn Germany on May 5,1965, where his Dad served in the Canadian forces with NATO. He died on July 18, 2010 in Vancouver from a recurring brain tumour. He realized his lifelong dream and was working as an RCMP officer with INSET, at the time of his death.
|
Lieutenant-Colonel Robert Vic Stevenson, CD
Born November 25, 1928, promoted to glory May 30, 2010. LCol Stevenson, CD started his military career with the Seaforth Cadets and served with them from 1944-1948. He joined the U.B.C. Contingent COTC from 1948-1950 and was commissioned LT Sept 1950. During this time LCol Stevenson spent his summers continuing his military training in both anti-aircraft and coastal artillery warfare. See more... |
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