Royal Canadian Medical Service Association

On October 15th at NDHQ (Carling), a Depart with Dignity ceremony was held for Col Dan Farris, Assistant DGHS, while respecting #PhysicalDistancing. Presentatio...n done by RAdm Rebecca Patterson, Comd, CFHS. CAF Surgeon General, MGen Marc Bilodeau and CPO 1 Lucie Simpson, Gp CWO were in attendance, with Col Farris’ family tuning in virtually. Over the course of his impressive 35+ year career in the CAF, Col Farris served on various operational tours and held multiple commands, with his posting as Chief of Staff of 4 Health Services Group marking a period of growth and system perspective. Thank you Col Farris for your loyal service and dedication - we wish you all the best as you embark on this next phase of life, Sir!

#OTD 14/10/1942 #RememberRCN -SLt Margaret Brooke, WRCNS nominated Member of the British Empire (MBE) "For Gallantry and courage," during the sinking of SS Caribou and her actions to save SLt Wilkie. Future HMCS MARGARET BROOKE (AOPS) named in her honour. http://ow.ly/SL7L30fBTor

#CanadaRemembers-11 October 1899-The South African War began. http://ow.ly/7J7N50BMonK The South African War was the first time a large number of Canadians sa...w action overseas. Fought between October 1899 and May 1902, more than 7,000 Canadian soldiers would serve. Some 280 of these individuals died and more than 250 were wounded. Pictured is Nursing Sister Georgina Pope of Prince Edward Island who led the Canadian military nurses overseas during the opening phase of the conflict. Photo: Canadian War Museum #becauseofyou See more

Do your part and download the COVID Alert app today - it's free and easy to do! COVID Alert, developed and built by the Government of Canada and available for... IOS and Android, is an additional public health preventive tool for all Canadians to use to contribute to limiting the spread of #COVID19 and preventing future outbreaks in and out of the workplace, as well as protect themselves. As more and more provinces are now participating in the COVID Alert app, this tool becomes more effective as more people use it! Along with the DM and CDS, MGen Marc Bilodeau, #CAF Surgeon General, strongly encourages the #DefenceTeam to download and use the app on a voluntary basis. Learn more: https://www.canada.ca//dm-cds-message-on-covid-alert-app.h #COVIDAlert

Ladies and Gentlemen Have you had the chance to view the RCMSA Commemorative Coin? We have just received a new shipment of these works of art. It is definitely a pleasure for the Association to have such a fine and beautiful coin to represent us and you, the members. Please view link below to order yours today. https://www.royalcdnmedicalsvc.ca/2019-rcmsa-coin... Mesdames et Messieurs, Avez-vous eu l'occasion de voir le médaillon commémoratif de l’ASSRC ? Nous venons de recevoir un nouvel envoi de ces œuvres d'art. C'est vraiment un plaisir pour l'Association d'avoir une si beau médaillon pour nous représenter et vous, les membres. Veuillez consulter le lien ci-dessous pour commander le vôtre. https://www.royalcdnmedicalsvc.ca/2019-rcmsa-coin

There’s still time to register for our upcoming Virtual Fireside Chat! Join us on October 8 at 12pm EST to hear from RAdm Rebecca Patterson, #ForHerCountry podc...ast guest Capt. (Ret) Mary Ann Barber, and Marie Andree Malette. The event will be moderated by CTV’s Lisa LaFlamme and attendees will be provided with insights and lessons on resiliency in honour of #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask a question in advance that may be answered during the live event. Register today: https://bit.ly/3layP3H See more

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You are invited to attend the virtual Retirement Ceremony for Col D.A. Farris on 15 October 2020. Due to physical distancing protocols, there will be a very small ceremony held on-site; however we encourage maximum participation via teleconferencing (Zoom). Click link for details.https://www.royalcdnmedicalsvc.ca//20/10/Farris-DWD-EN.pdf Par la présente, vous êtes cordialement invités à participer à la Cérémonie virtuelle de Retraite du col D.A. Farris le 15 octobre 2020 prochain. En raison des protocoles de distanciation physique en vigueur, il y aura une très petite cérémonie sur place; cependant, nous encourageons une participation maximale par téléconférence (Zoom). Cliquez ici pour les détails https://www.royalcdnmedicalsvc.ca//20/10/Farris-DWD-FR.pdf

Join us this Thursday, October 1st, as we kick off our Virtual Symposium Series. This week, we will hear from experts in the field on military medicine, COVID-1...9 and the changing scope of operations. To learn more about this week’s symposium please visit: https://bit.ly/3cCoiex Here you’ll find the agenda, learn about the presenters and complete your registration. -- Soyez des nôtres jeudi le 1e octobre, lors du premier symposium de la série. Cette semaine, nous sommes fiers de vous offrir des experts dans le domaine de la médecine militaire, COVID-19 et le contexte changeant des opérations. Pour plus d’information sur le symposium, SVP visiter : bit.ly/30fZNPn Vous trouverez l’ordre du jour, plus d’information sur les présentateur(trice)s, ainsi que le lien pour vous inscrire.

It is with sadness that we inform you that one of our Medical family has passed away on 10 Sept 2020. Capt (Ret’d) Gervais Dompierre, Medical Officer, has left us. On behalf of The Royal Canadian Medical Service Association, we send our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace Gervais ...... C'est avec tristesse que nous devons vous informer qu'un membre de notre famille médicale est décédé le 10 septembre 20. Capitaine (à la retraite) Gervais Dompierre, Médecin, nous a quittés. Au nom de L' Association du Service de santé royal canadien, nous offrons nos plus sincères sympathies et condoléances à sa famille et ses proches. Repose en paix Gervais ... Thank You Ginette Robitaille for sharing Capt Gervais Dompierre médecin a travaillé à l'hôpital de Valcartier comme médecin militaire dans les années 80-90. Repose en paix Gervais Capt Gervais Dompierre was a military doctor who work at the Valcartier hospital during the 80 & 90. Rest in peace Gervais https://www.lenecrologue.com//dr-gervais-do/avis-de-deces/

It is with sadness that we inform you that one of our Medical family has passed away on 19 Sept 2020. Valerie Ann Val Bell who was working at 31 CF H Svcs C Borden has left us. On behalf of The Royal Canadian Medical Service Association, we send our deepest sympathies and condolences to her family and friends. Rest in Peace Val ...... From Wayne Willcott; Good evening, as discussed, Val started at 31 CF H Svcs C Borden in 2007 working with the Support Services Manager to support claims for patients that were outsourced to civilian providers. She was an active member of the unit and was often seen as the life of the party, especially when a Euchre game was on. Val touched many people in a very positive way; she will be missed by all who knew her. Her obituary has been posted with details of the service(s): http://bridgefuneralhome.com//obitua/bell-valerie-ann-val thank you for helping spread the word to those that have moved on from 31 CF H Svcs C. regards, Wayne Wayne Willcott, CD

ACUTE CARE TRAINING FOR NAVY MEDICAL STAFF Medical staff aboard Pacific Fleet warships are improving their readiness to handle life-and-death emergencies at sea. Read the full story: bit.ly/35XXynu

Update 3 October: we still have a few pins left. Are you still looking for this RCN Veteran pin?? We have wonderful news, the Malahat Legion Branch 134 is now a...ble to do one last batch of the RCN Veterans Pins. We have had many request and if we would be doing another run. All approved on 9 September 2020 by DND, Director of History and Heritage DHH for the use of the Naval logo. All proceeds to this fundraiser will be coming to the legion. Stan Grenda our Blind Naval Chief Hull Tech Veteran was kind enough to design this pin and help with the project. Cost of the pin is 25.00 per pin for this limited addition. All funds are going to the Malahat Legion Branch 134. We are only open on Saturday for meat draw right now so all money helps to pay the essential bills. They are available off our website www.malahatlegion.ca. Complete the form first and the follow the instructions for payment. The pins are in now ready for shipment. If your interested place your order off our website. We would like to thank ever who received a Veteran pin and helped support our Legion. This will be a collectors item as this is the last batch DND will approve with this logo. See more