#202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment RCAC holds annual review

The #202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadets (RCAC) corps wrapped up their year last week with their review.

The 48th annual ceremonial review was held last Wednesday night in the main gymnasium of North Star High School in Amherstburg. The local cadet corps marched in, were inspected by Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Br. 157 president Shawn Wilkie, awards were presented, and promotions were earned.

Capt., Stefan Miller, commanding officer with the #202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment RCAC, said the evening was a culmination of the work, perseverance and dedication shown by the local cadets this year. He said they dedicated their time and effort and showed a passion for the corps.

Miller added his own roots were with the #202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment RCAC, as he is a former cadet.

“I began with the #202 and hope to finish with the #202,” said Miller.

The #202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment RCAC started the year with nine cadets and have grown to 26, with Miller also crediting recruiting efforts for the corps being built back up. He indicated there is more work and growth ahead.

“This is only the beginning for the #202,” he said.

Miller thanked his staff for assisting him throughout the year and working with the cadets. He also acknowledged Capt. Ernie Gazdig CD, who was Miller’s commanding officer with the cadets and is now a liaison officer through the Legion. 

Zone training officer Capt. Robert Hagerty CD said he was proud to be part of the 48th annual review. He urged cadets to “stay strong, stay proud and remain proud.”

Wilkie said he was amazed to see the work that has been done with the local cadet corps. He said they are developing into a group of young leaders and joined speakers before him in thanking the families for their support as well.

Awards and promotions included:

-Promoted to the rank of Master Corporal - Master Corporal Ethier

-202 Fort Malden RCACC Support Committee Award for best first year cadet - Trooper Abraham

-Fort Malden National Historical Site Award for best junior cadet - MCpl Clarke

-202 Fort Malden RCACC Phoenix Award for most improved cadet - Sgt Abraham

-The Royal Arcanum Award for top marksman - Cpl Desbiens

-The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 157 President’s Trophy for best NCO - WO Moore-Sinasac

Commanding Officer Award for top cadet - CWO George-Syrus

Pat Thrasher Memorial Trophy for cadet-elected top cadet - MCpl Clarke

The Royal Canadian Legion Cadet Medal of Excellence for cadet excellence - CWO George-Syrus

#202 Fort Malden Windsor Regiment RCAC holds annual review

By Ron Giofu