15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2013
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2013
as at 5 September 2023
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 - 1,2,3,MBdr Switzer CD,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14, Bdr William Martinez CD, 16,17,18.
Third Row - Capt Kevin Walker CD, OCdt Jones, 2Lt Rob Helina, 22, Capt Don Lamb CD, Sgt Adam Coleman CD, Sgt Donato Calogero CD, Sgt Goran Kurtagic CD, 27, 28,29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, Bdr Rob Stone CD, 39, 40, 41, 42, Sgt Conrad Skuce CD, WO Rick Tennant, Capt Iska Scholl CD, Capt Conway Hui CD, Rosan Prasad, 2Lt Ian Oceguera, Capt Rob Wishnicki CD.
Second Row – 50, 51, 52, 53, Cpl Fleischer, Kazue Maruyama, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, MBdr Dan Taylor CD, 62,63,64, Sgt Andrea Bond CD, 66.
Front Row – Sgt Coté, Sgt Oliver Young CD, Capt Andrew Grieve, Maj Watt, MWO Rob Garrett CD, Maj Nick Watts CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, CWO George Dempsey CD, LCol Kent Wickens CD, HLCol Rodgers, Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, WO Ian Smith CD, MWO McHugh CD, MBdr Wong CD, Capt Baxter, WO Heath Porritt CD
Third Row - Capt Kevin Walker CD, OCdt Jones, 2Lt Rob Helina, 22, Capt Don Lamb CD, Sgt Adam Coleman CD, Sgt Donato Calogero CD, Sgt Goran Kurtagic CD, 27, 28,29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, Bdr Rob Stone CD, 39, 40, 41, 42, Sgt Conrad Skuce CD, WO Rick Tennant, Capt Iska Scholl CD, Capt Conway Hui CD, Rosan Prasad, 2Lt Ian Oceguera, Capt Rob Wishnicki CD.
Second Row – 50, 51, 52, 53, Cpl Fleischer, Kazue Maruyama, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, MBdr Dan Taylor CD, 62,63,64, Sgt Andrea Bond CD, 66.
Front Row – Sgt Coté, Sgt Oliver Young CD, Capt Andrew Grieve, Maj Watt, MWO Rob Garrett CD, Maj Nick Watts CD, Maj Brent Purcell CD, CWO George Dempsey CD, LCol Kent Wickens CD, HLCol Rodgers, Capt Pierre Lajoie CD, WO Ian Smith CD, MWO McHugh CD, MBdr Wong CD, Capt Baxter, WO Heath Porritt CD
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General Campaign Star – SOUTH-WEST ASIA (GCS-SWA)
This general service award has been created as a means to recognize - in a timelier manner - those who serve in operations in the presence of an armed enemy. Rather than creating a new honour for each new Canadian Forces operation as it arises, the General Campaign Star and General Service Medal - with their theatre or service specific ribbons - can be awarded in future to honour participation in any operation that meets the criteria. See more... |
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Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal
Created in 2012 to mark the 60th anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada, the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal was a tangible way for Canada to honour Her Majesty for her service to this country. At the same time, this commemorative medal served to honour significant contributions and achievements by Canadians. See more... |
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Promotions and Appointments
Master Warrant Officer George M Dempsey promoted Chief Warrant Officer and appointed Regimental Sergeant Major on 20 February 2013. |
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Commissioning Chief Warrant Officer Robert G Wishnicki, CD and Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Walker commissioned as Captains. |
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Bombardier Clint Watrich promoted Master Bombardier
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Gunners Jeremy Brama, Chris Sewell, Mateusz Soltys, Simeon Weststeijn and Underhill are promoted to Bombardier.
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Privates Bojan Aleksic, Alikhani, Choi, Dandurand, M Kim, Kong, Kit Law, James Morrison, Tang and Marty Vanderzalm awarded Gunner stripes on completion of their DP1 qualification.
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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. 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 2012 is Master Bombardier Y Bolgak. |
Most Efficient Recruit, 15th Field Regiment, RCA
This award is presented to the most efficient recruit of the year. The winner for 2012 is Private (Recruit) B Aleksic.
This award is presented to the most efficient recruit of the year. The winner for 2012 is Private (Recruit) B Aleksic.
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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. The award for 2012 is presented to Gunner James R. Morrison. |
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15th Field Regiment RCA Rifle Range Challenge Cup
May 2013 The Challenge Cup was awarded to Bombardier MT Coles. |
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Change Of Regimental Sergeant Major
Outgoing Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Walker CD handed over the RSM's cane to the incoming Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer George Dempsey on 20 February 2013. The Reviewing Officer for the parade was the Honorary Colonel Grant Smith CD. See more...
Outgoing Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Walker CD handed over the RSM's cane to the incoming Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer George Dempsey on 20 February 2013. The Reviewing Officer for the parade was the Honorary Colonel Grant Smith CD. See more...
Regimental Fan Out & Open House
The Regiment activated a fanout to start the training year after the summer stand down. Basic first aid was tested and the unit finished off with an open house display for friends and neighbours. See more...
The Regiment activated a fanout to start the training year after the summer stand down. Basic first aid was tested and the unit finished off with an open house display for friends and neighbours. See more...
Soldiers' Christmas Dinner
It appears that a good time is being had by all the participants. Anybody care to provide a more detailed story?
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It appears that a good time is being had by all the participants. Anybody care to provide a more detailed story?
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Yakima Live Firing Exercise
The Regiment deployed to the Yakima Firing Centre in April accompanied by members of the police Military Liaison Unit which was conducting interagency training with police services from the US and Canada. Photos are from Sergeant Jason Hiscock, Calgary Police Service whose grandfather was coincidentally a member of the 31st Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Regiment, during World War II.
The Regiment deployed to the Yakima Firing Centre in April accompanied by members of the police Military Liaison Unit which was conducting interagency training with police services from the US and Canada. Photos are from Sergeant Jason Hiscock, Calgary Police Service whose grandfather was coincidentally a member of the 31st Battery, 15th (Vancouver) Coast Regiment, during World War II.
Commanding Officers’ Advisory Committee 7 December
BESSBOROUGH ARMOURY CLASSROOM
AGENDA:
I. President’s Remarks: Col John Brownlee-Baker
II. Approval of Minutes: 9 October 2013 Meeting:
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BESSBOROUGH ARMOURY CLASSROOM
AGENDA:
I. President’s Remarks: Col John Brownlee-Baker
II. Approval of Minutes: 9 October 2013 Meeting:
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68th Annual Military Ball
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA provided the main entertainment for this year's 68th Annual Military Ball at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver. Our concert band performed dinner music and regimentals, with the Tsangtones performing the dance music. See more...
The Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA provided the main entertainment for this year's 68th Annual Military Ball at the Hyatt Regency in Vancouver. Our concert band performed dinner music and regimentals, with the Tsangtones performing the dance music. See more...
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Remembrance Day with the Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment
Renowned part-time reservists play at Millennium Place on Nov. 9 Captain Jim Tempest is looking forward to a weekend in Whistler with his band of brothers and sisters. The musical director of the Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment based in Vancouver, he and the band's 40 other members will be on hand this Remembrance Day long weekend at Millennium Place to play on Saturday, Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m. See more... |
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Commanding Officers’ Advisory Committee
1. CO 15 RCA proposes a CO's Advisory Committee.
2. As Chair of the Coordination Committee I invite you to participate fully in the Stand Up Activities of this Committee to be held on:
Wednesday 9 October 2013 in the Colonel Townsend Classroom and the Officers' Mess at Bessbourgh Armoury.
3. Mission: To facilitate the initiation and coordination of unit activities with a view to improving the welfare of our current and former soldiers.
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1. CO 15 RCA proposes a CO's Advisory Committee.
2. As Chair of the Coordination Committee I invite you to participate fully in the Stand Up Activities of this Committee to be held on:
Wednesday 9 October 2013 in the Colonel Townsend Classroom and the Officers' Mess at Bessbourgh Armoury.
3. Mission: To facilitate the initiation and coordination of unit activities with a view to improving the welfare of our current and former soldiers.
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Exercise Gunner Defender 2013
A Gunner’s Ex
Exercise Gunner Defender 2013 was the artillery counterpart to the Western Defender exercises that took place in three separate locations across western Canada. From 24-29 August, gunners from 38 CBG, 39 CBG, and 41 CBG came together in CFB Shilo for the first time as gunners of the newly named 3rd Canadian Division. Upon arrival in Shilo, the gunners were split into two Batteries. See more...
A Gunner’s Ex
Exercise Gunner Defender 2013 was the artillery counterpart to the Western Defender exercises that took place in three separate locations across western Canada. From 24-29 August, gunners from 38 CBG, 39 CBG, and 41 CBG came together in CFB Shilo for the first time as gunners of the newly named 3rd Canadian Division. Upon arrival in Shilo, the gunners were split into two Batteries. See more...
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Vancouver CP Tech Course a Success, Again
During July of this year, 15th Field Regiment ran a CP Tech Course for 15 young Gunners from Reserve units across Western Canada at their own Bessborough Armoury in Vancouver, British Columbia. All units from Western Canada were represented: 5th Fd (BC), 15th Fd, 20th Fd, 20th Independent, 10th Fd, 26th Fd, and 116th Independent. See more... |
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July 4th celebration garden party
Master Bombardier Darrell Penner, Bombardier Wendy Ross, Susan J Penner and Bombardier Ross Bligh. |
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2013 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. |
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Members Extra-Regimentally Employed
Members in other units
Feb 2013 Major General Stuart T McDonald CMM CD appointed Honorary Colonel 5th (BC) Regiment RCA
Colonel (WSE) Leon Jensen OMM CD, Canadian Forces Liaison Council, retires from Canadian Armed Forces.
Members in other units
Feb 2013 Major General Stuart T McDonald CMM CD appointed Honorary Colonel 5th (BC) Regiment RCA
Colonel (WSE) Leon Jensen OMM CD, Canadian Forces Liaison Council, retires from Canadian Armed Forces.
OP ATTENTION
Chief Warrant Officer Robert G. Wishnicki CD commissioned Captain 20 Feb; Deployment training 2 Apr at Shilo, MB; Deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan 27 Jun; returned 14 Dec.
Operation ATTENTION was Canada’s participation in the NATO Training Mission–Afghanistan (NTM-A), which delivers training and professional development support to the national security forces of Afghanistan: the Afghan National Army (ANA), the Afghan Air Force (AAF), and the Afghan National Police (ANP). See more ...
Chief Warrant Officer Robert G. Wishnicki CD commissioned Captain 20 Feb; Deployment training 2 Apr at Shilo, MB; Deployed to Kabul, Afghanistan 27 Jun; returned 14 Dec.
Operation ATTENTION was Canada’s participation in the NATO Training Mission–Afghanistan (NTM-A), which delivers training and professional development support to the national security forces of Afghanistan: the Afghan National Army (ANA), the Afghan Air Force (AAF), and the Afghan National Police (ANP). See more ...
Former Members now in Regular Force
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond NCSE OP ATTENTION
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Army Headquarters, Ottawa, ON.
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown posted to NATO affiliated organization.
Captain Rob J Bower Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, London, ON.
Captain Paul A Stewart, Director General International Security Policy Ottawa, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont 3 Canadian Division Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Retired Members
Leon Jensen OMM CD 2nd Year student Conflict Studies (Honours Bachelor of Arts with Specialization), St Pauls University, Ottawa ON
Lieutenant-Colonel Lee Hammond NCSE OP ATTENTION
Major Jean Pierre FL Dorris Canadian Army Headquarters, Ottawa, ON.
Major Glen R Hamilton-Brown posted to NATO affiliated organization.
Captain Rob J Bower Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre, London, ON.
Captain Paul A Stewart, Director General International Security Policy Ottawa, ON.
Warrant Officer PG Dolomont 3 Canadian Division Training Centre Detachment, Shilo, MB.
Retired Members
Leon Jensen OMM CD 2nd Year student Conflict Studies (Honours Bachelor of Arts with Specialization), St Pauls University, Ottawa ON
Officers' Mess
ST BARBARA’S DAY SPECIAL GUEST NIGHT
Saturday, the Seventh of December, 2013 at six o’clock for seven o’clock in the evening
Tariff: $ 80.00 CAD or USD
Dress: Mess Kit or Black Tie, with decorations
Saturday, the Seventh of December, 2013 at six o’clock for seven o’clock in the evening
Tariff: $ 80.00 CAD or USD
Dress: Mess Kit or Black Tie, with decorations
Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess
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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 Warrant Officers' and Sergeants’ Mess Annual Mess Dinner for their activities in the previous year. The winner for his service in 2012 is Sergeant Donato Calogero. |
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Regimental Museum
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Yorke Island
The Campbell River Museum creates a 7 and a half minute video on the Yorke island fortifications. |
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Obituaries
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Bombardier Peter Ernest Almerling
It is with profound sadness that we announce the tragic passing of Peter. Survived by his beautiful children, Alyssa, 11, Sofia, 9, Aidan, 3; loving wife Estelle; brother Allan; sisters Wendy, Sylvia and extended family. Predeceased by parents Ernest and Ann Almerling. Peter was a caring father, devoted husband and friend who embraced life with a determined and reflective spirit. See more.... |
Acting Bombardier Thomas Clive Ballam
Died peacefully in Nanaimo, BC on March 03, 2013 in his 83rd year. Survived by nephews Bruce Ballam (Nanaimo, BC) and Brooke Ballam (Kamloops, BC). Believed to also be survived by daughter Lori(e) /Laurie (nee Ballam), whereabouts unknown.
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Died peacefully in Nanaimo, BC on March 03, 2013 in his 83rd year. Survived by nephews Bruce Ballam (Nanaimo, BC) and Brooke Ballam (Kamloops, BC). Believed to also be survived by daughter Lori(e) /Laurie (nee Ballam), whereabouts unknown.
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Bombardier Don Burkett
5 February 1955 – 1 June 2013 It is with great sadness we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Dr. Don Burkett from heart failure on Saturday, June 1st, 2013. The family moved to Tsawwassen when Don was a young teenager. After graduating from DSS he attended Douglas College and UBC, eventually studying Chiropractic at CMCC in Toronto where he received Clinical Honours, graduating in May of 1982. Later that year he opened his practice and has served the community continuously in the same office ever since. . See more... |
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Chief Warrant Officer Jim Hamilton CD
23 May 1923 – 9 December 2013 HAMILTON, Amos James (Jim) Dear and loving husband, father, papa, great grandpa, and friend passed away on December 9, 2013 at the age of 90. Jim served in the Canadian Air Force and also spent 34 years as a member of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, spending 22 years with the band. He retired with a rank of Chief Warrant Officer. See more... |
Lists - The following pages contain lists of 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