RKUSI Centennial Events

Many thanks to everyone who participated in the two RKUSI marquee centennial events that were held on October 17^th!

The Defence and Security Forum was a day long success featuring a remarkable array of remarkable speakers and panelists.  General (Retd) Tom Lawson, in his capacity as the Chair of the Conference of Defence Associations Institute, opened the Forum with a superb keynote address which succinctly outlined three immediate security challenges to Canada.  LGen Boivin, Commander of CJOC, provided the second keynote address to the Forum where he spoke to the chaotic operational environment and the operational priorities of the CAF and CJOC.  The three panels subsequently focused on revitalization imperatives for both Continental and Alliance security commitments as well leveraging emerging technology capabilities and industry.

In addition, thanks in large to the highly experienced and security knowledgeable audience, the questions and discussions were equally educational and illuminating.  In all, there were sixty-five participants making the Forum a success.

The day was capped off in style as more than 130 guests attended the RKUSI Centennial Gala Dinner in the historic Fort Frontenac Officers’ Mess.  The guest of honour was the Honourable Peter MacKay who delivered a heartwarming and sincere address to the dinner which was exceptionally well received by all in attendance.

In the near future we will publish a summary of the Conference Proceedings and key takeaways.  As well, we will include additional photos of the two events which were a fitting way to celebrate the RKUSI centenary.