15th Field Artillery Regiment
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2026
The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery
2026
as at 2 February 2026
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
Commanding Officer - Lieutenant-Colonel Andrew Grieve CD
Regimental Sergeant Major - Chief Warrant Officer Heath Porritt CD
Honorary Colonel - Honorary Colonel Don Foster
Second in Command - Major Alex Haussman CD
Commanding Officer - Lieutenant-Colonel Andrew Grieve CD
Regimental Sergeant Major - Chief Warrant Officer Heath Porritt CD
Honorary Colonel - Honorary Colonel Don Foster
Second in Command - Major Alex Haussman CD
New Year's Day Breakfast
There were a few hardy souls out for an early morning New Year's Eve Breakfast. We did here back from a few others that had contracted the flu and did not wish to share that with the remainder. Mark the event on your calendar for next year! Its a great way to start the year.
There were a few hardy souls out for an early morning New Year's Eve Breakfast. We did here back from a few others that had contracted the flu and did not wish to share that with the remainder. Mark the event on your calendar for next year! Its a great way to start the year.
New Year's Day Levee
The Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess were the main event at Bessborough Armoury. The Moose Milk was great! Unfortunately there was too much talk and not enough photographs taken. Have you got any to share?
The Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess were the main event at Bessborough Armoury. The Moose Milk was great! Unfortunately there was too much talk and not enough photographs taken. Have you got any to share?
Army Hockey
Canada vs US military hockey tournament 18 Jan weekend in in North Vancouver and Langley, B.C. Well done to Sgt Dean Ahmelich for all his hard work in networking with the US Army down in Joint Base Lewis McChord and hosting them up here in Canada along with the British Columbia Regiment. The American team had some former college hockey down in and it showed. However, the Canadian team prevailed in the all star game with an exciting 3 to 2 win. Well done to all those involved. See more photos here.
Canada vs US military hockey tournament 18 Jan weekend in in North Vancouver and Langley, B.C. Well done to Sgt Dean Ahmelich for all his hard work in networking with the US Army down in Joint Base Lewis McChord and hosting them up here in Canada along with the British Columbia Regiment. The American team had some former college hockey down in and it showed. However, the Canadian team prevailed in the all star game with an exciting 3 to 2 win. Well done to all those involved. See more photos here.
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Bessborough Armoury Video Tour
Trying our hand at providing an informative video tour of the Armoury. |
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15th Field Regiment Drone Club
The Drone Club has forwarded a couple of videos of their activities. |
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Canada’s Unusual Use of the 25-Pounder in World War II
A YouTube documentary from Canadian WW2 Tales. |
Yorke Island
Meanwhile, over in Campbell River, a small Contingent of 85VICS (Volunteer Interpretation and Cleaning Squad) spent Sunday 15 Feb 2026 building an outhouse for York Island. We have one at the Fort and this one is intended to be installed closer to where the dock used to be. Once assembled, we'll break it down into large sections to minimize the work required on the island. More photos here.
Meanwhile, over in Campbell River, a small Contingent of 85VICS (Volunteer Interpretation and Cleaning Squad) spent Sunday 15 Feb 2026 building an outhouse for York Island. We have one at the Fort and this one is intended to be installed closer to where the dock used to be. Once assembled, we'll break it down into large sections to minimize the work required on the island. More photos here.
Obituary
Master Warrant Officer James Allan Willett
April 16, 1937 – October 13, 2025
In loving memory of James Allan Willett
James was born in Vancouver on April 16, 1937. As a boy he grew up in Mount Pleasant and attended the Fairview School of Commerce at Broadway and Granville, where he met Ellen Farley. In 1960 James and Ellen were married and started their life together.
James was in the Army (15th Field Artillery Regiment of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) from the mid 1960’s to 1970’s and achieved the rank of Sergeant Major. During this time, he met his lifelong friends Heinz and Bev Winter, enjoying with them many happy family occasions over the years.
James was a long-time member of the Floor Layers Union Local 1541, working as an installer and shop owner. He took great pride in his work and sharing his knowledge and skills to the next generations of installers in the trade.
James and Ellen loved to travel and took many trips abroad, vacationing in Hawaii, California, England, Scotland, and on several cruises that included trips to South America.
James revelled in adventure whether it be with the Military, flying airplanes, or riding motorcycles. And at the end of a day enjoyed relaxing with a nice cold beer.
James is survived by his daughter Nancy (Stuart), and grandson Rowan.
James is predeceased by his loving wife Ellen Irene Willett, parents John and Mary Willett, brothers John Willett and Harry Bone.
He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all.
Memorial Service Friday, March 06, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mount Pleasant Universal Funeral Home
306 East 11th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia
April 16, 1937 – October 13, 2025
In loving memory of James Allan Willett
James was born in Vancouver on April 16, 1937. As a boy he grew up in Mount Pleasant and attended the Fairview School of Commerce at Broadway and Granville, where he met Ellen Farley. In 1960 James and Ellen were married and started their life together.
James was in the Army (15th Field Artillery Regiment of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery) from the mid 1960’s to 1970’s and achieved the rank of Sergeant Major. During this time, he met his lifelong friends Heinz and Bev Winter, enjoying with them many happy family occasions over the years.
James was a long-time member of the Floor Layers Union Local 1541, working as an installer and shop owner. He took great pride in his work and sharing his knowledge and skills to the next generations of installers in the trade.
James and Ellen loved to travel and took many trips abroad, vacationing in Hawaii, California, England, Scotland, and on several cruises that included trips to South America.
James revelled in adventure whether it be with the Military, flying airplanes, or riding motorcycles. And at the end of a day enjoyed relaxing with a nice cold beer.
James is survived by his daughter Nancy (Stuart), and grandson Rowan.
James is predeceased by his loving wife Ellen Irene Willett, parents John and Mary Willett, brothers John Willett and Harry Bone.
He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all.
Memorial Service Friday, March 06, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mount Pleasant Universal Funeral Home
306 East 11th Avenue
Vancouver, British Columbia