Auteur : Brian Tracey

The Canadian Grenadier Guards and the Town of Hampstead

Town of Hampstead It’s been a year since the Freedom of the City was conferred upon The Canadian Grenadier Guards, marking a proud moment in our town’s history. The resilience and sense of community shown that day remain a powerful reminder of the strong bond between our town and those who serve. As we reflect on this meaningful occasion, we’re […]
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Chief of the General Staff, British Army, General Sir Roly Walker – Chef de l’état-major général de l’armée britannique, le général Sir Roly Walker

It has been 15 years since the then Lieutenant-Colonel Roly Walker visited The Canadian Grenadier Guards during Remembrance Weekend in Montreal.  Indeed a Great Leader and a friend to all of us in Montreal.  Sir, long overdue visit to your Sister Regiment in Montreal.  Hope to see soon. ‘Great leaders lead from the front, and by example. Chief of the […]
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Promotion régimentaire, au grade d'officier de terrain.

(opens in a new tab) On September 9th, 2023, Captain Alexander Gordon, CD was promoted to the rank of Major at the Home Station. The rank of Major is considered a senior officer rank, held generally by those commanding company sized sub-units or acting as second in command of battalion sized units. Continued Success.  
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Promotions régimentaires

On September 9th, 2023, Omar Khan and Daniel Morfov were appointed as Master Corporals at the Home Station. The rank, formally an appointment as a senior corporal, gives the Master Corporals authority over all privates and corporals. As such, a Master Corporal is a first level supervisor who will be assessed on his/her ability to manage and develop subordinates. Congratulations […]
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Promotions régimentaires

On September 9th, 2023, Renato Lopez, Aristote Rayon, Newsavant Nguyen and Afzal Manzoor were promoted to the rank of Sergeant at the Home Station. The rank of Sergeant is the first level supervisor, and many will argue that this is the best and most rewarding position in the army at the Non-Commissioned level. Sergeants are responsible for seven to ten […]
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Five Canadian Grenadiers Awarded the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal

Over the past few weeks, in recognition for their individual roles each played in representing Canada and Her Majesty’s Canadian Armed Forces at the State Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.  In the absence of a National Platinum Jubilee Medal, it was felt that those who played a direct role in Operation London Bridge, be recognized with this final honour […]
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