2025 Logistics-Planning

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th, 2025, 19:00-23:00

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

 For all those registered, click here to see the list of attendees.

Fort Frontenac Officer's Mess:

Our Class of 75 Meet n Greet will be held Friday, September 12th @ 19:00 at the Fort Frontenac Officer's Mess, 317 Ontario St, Kingston, ON K7K 7B4.

Cost of the event is $50.00 per person.

Payment will be either of:

1) e-transfer to: dave.casarsa.rmc75@gmail.com, or 

2) cheque made out to RMC Class of 75 and mailed to: 

      808 Muirfield Crescent, Kingston, ON. K7M 8G3.

Dress:

Dress at the FFOM is casual, no shorts/jeans, collared shirt.  

Class of 75 Golf Shirt compatible.

Menu:

Charcuterie – an inviting selection of crackers, charcuterie meats, pickles, olives, dips and spreads Warm Apps - Arancini Bites (10 dozen), Chicken Satay (10 dozen), Meatballs (10 dozen), Coconut Shrimp (10 dozen) all served with a selection of the Chef’s sauces/dips

Mess Use:

Classmates can make use of the entire lower floor of the FFOM as well as the lower bar and exterior.  Lower bar is open as well and will have its own timings for open/close.

Parking:

Parking is available at Fort Frontenac.  

Entrance is through the main gate off of Ontario Street.  

Exit is adjacent to the ferry terminal.  

Other options are: 

a) Normandy Hall – access code will be provided or door to tunnel will be open – there are two long sets of stairs, a potential mobility issue; and 

b) public lot across from Slush Puppy Place – likely cost for parking.  

Diagram below.

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Accommodations – UPDATE: 

We were informed that another block of rooms have been reserved. 

Peter Avis, the Adjutant of the  Old Brigade, has secured another block of rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Kingston Inn and at the adjoining Home2 Suites by Hilton.  

The Old Brigade Dinner will take place in the Double Tree’s Ballroom.  

Bookings are available on a first-come, first served basis until 11 August 2025.  Although more rooms may be added to the block booking, I strongly encourage you to book as soon as possible.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Kingston Inn 

·       Telephone: (613) 548-3605 or 1-800-222-8733

·       1550 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, K7M 9E3

·       rooms at $189 + taxes and fees (RMC Alumni 2025 rates)

Booking Link:  DoubleTree Bookings

Default booking is for two nights, Fri/Sat (12/13) and Sat/Sun (13/14).  If you plan to attend the Legacy Dinner, or just want to arrive a bit earlier, you can book a room for Thurs/Fri (11/12) at the same rate.  

All you have to do is click on “12 SEP- FRI”.  Change the start and end nights (Thurs 11 to Sun 14) and click on “Done” before choosing the room type.  If you encounter any problems, call the hotel directly and make your booking over the phone.

If you have already made a reservation for Thursday night at a higher price, call the hotel and obtain the correct rates for all three nights.

“Hilton Honours” members may be eligible for a reduced rate if you wish to extend your stay in Kingston. 

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Home2Suites by Hilton Kingston

·       Telephone: (613) 548-3696 or 1-877-646-6302

·       1550 Princess Street, Kingston, ON,  K7M 9E3

·       25 rooms at $189 + taxes and fees (RMC Alumni 2025 rates)

Booking Link:  Home2Suite Bookings

Default booking is for two nights, Fri/Sat (12/13) and Sat/Sun (13/14).  If you plan to attend the Legacy Dinner, or just want to arrive a bit earlier, you can book a room for Thurs/Fri (11/12) at the same rate.  All you have to do is click on “12 SEP- FRI”.  Change the start and end nights (Thurs 11 to Sun 14) and click on “Done” before choosing the room type.  If you encounter any problems, call the hotel directly and make your booking over the phone.

If you have already made a reservation for Thursday night at a higher price, call the hotel and obtain the correct rates for all three nights.

“Hilton Honours” members may be eligible for a reduced rate if you wish to extend your stay in Kingston.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Kingston Inn.

Rooms with either two queen beds or one single king bed are available. Free WIFI, free parking, access to the indoor pool and fitness center are included.  The Cannery Kitchen & Social, a full-service restaurant, is located onsite.

Home2 Suites by Hilton (adjoining to the DoubleTree)

Rooms have one queen bed and one double pull-out bed.  Free WIFI, free parking, free elevated continental breakfast, and access to the indoor pool and fitness center are included.

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Each individual making a reservation from the Group block is responsible for their own guarantee and payment.

Individual Payments: Each person will be responsible for their own room charges and incidentals.

A credit card number will be requested for each delegate when they confirm their accommodations.

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Parade Square and College Grounds: 

The first-year Naval and Officer Cadets will conclude their orientation program with the challenging 13 Obstacle Course.  

Upon completion of the Obstacle Course through the late afternoon, a Coin Ceremony (1500 – 1930) will take place in front of the Nikki and Brucie Statues in which the first-year cadets from each squadron will receive their coin from members of the Old Brigade.  

Volunteers from the Class of 1980 and 1975 are stepping up to present coins (and the Kingston Branch will cover the last 2 hours). 

Dress is relaxed – sports shirt and slacks. 

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Parade Square: 

The presentation of RMC cap badges to every first-year Cadet on parade will be made by members of the Old Brigade, Alumni, College Staff, and invited dignitaries. This gesture will signify the admittance of the Class of 2029 into the Cadet Wing of RMC.  

Dress for Old Brigade members: Old Brigade beret, blazer with OB badge, OB tie, and flannels – with medals.  While less preferred, dark suit and tie is acceptable.  Badge presenters from the Old Brigade will be mainly drawn from the Class of 80 and smaller numbers from other years (20 OB presenters in total). This is a College event and coordinating instructions will be given in early September by the Training staff.

The RMC Alumni Association will be offering a free coffee service including cookies and muffins prior to the Badging Ceremony. The Coffee Service will be set up in front of Nikki and Brucie Statues from 0830hrs – 0915hrs.

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Parade Square and Arch:  

On completion of the Badging Parade, OB and Alumni classes are asked to gather in front of the Stone Frigate where pre-selected Squadron Leaders and Markers will be briefed.  

Pete Avis, OB Adjutant, will liaise with Squadron Leaders and Markers prior to Reunion Weekend to discuss how classes will form squadrons and form up on the Parade Square.  Once formed and dressed, the parade will be turned over to the Parade Commander and we all make our way to the Memorial Arch for a formal ceremony.  

Dress for Old Brigade members: Old Brigade beret, blazer with OB badge, OB tie, and flannels – with medals.  While less preferred, dark suit and tie is acceptable.  A flask of water is highly recommended during this event to ensure hydration.  If it is hot, this is a challenging event.  There will be chairs and shaded areas and water at the Arch for anyone who has a need (and for partners / guests).

Be aware that the following services and supports to our OB and Ex-Cadet Alumni participants will be in place:  well-organized car parking; portable toilets positioned in useful places (near Parade Square and Memorial Arch); a shuttle bus to assist those who need it; lockers and change facilities are available in the SAM complex Gym; two respite stations available with water for hydration; and trained first aid teams for each major event.

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A free Alumni BBQ will be held at the inner field (across from the SSM) and include a Beverage Tent, Alumni Sports Challenge, and your chance to meet with current and former Cadets, and College Staff.  

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Currie Hall:

The Wall of Honour Ceremony will be held at 1430 hrs, Saturday, 13 September in Currie Hall.  

Dress will be Old Brigade beret, blazer with OB badge, OB tie, and flannels – with medals.  While less preferred, dark suit and tie is acceptable. 

The RMC Wall of Honour Committee is pleased to announce the following Honourees:

12320 General Walter John “Walt” Natynczyk, OC CMM MSC CD, Class of 1979

11623 John Carswell, Class of 1978

8276 Captain (Navy), the Honourable Joseph Jean-Pierre Marc Garneau, PC, CC, CD, Class of 1970

12560 Major Robert Bruce Henwood, MSM, CD, Class of 1980

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