Deputy Warden Lee Anne Skene, Sgt. Zachary Bell (middle) and Captain Russell Barton. Deputy Warden Skene is presenting the Top Senior NCO Award to Sgt. Bell. (Submitted photo)

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Awards night

Local cadets recognized for exemplary service

Jun 14, 2022 | 1:52 PM

The 390 North Saskatchewan Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadets held its 109th Annual Ceremonial Review on May 31st at the Royal Canadian Legion, and the night’s festivities included a number of special award presentations.

The William Desjarlais Memorial Award for leadership went to MWO. Ireland.

Sgt. Bell was named most valuable Senior NCO. The Most valuable Junior NCO. award was presented to LCpl. Theoret. The best all-around Cadet was given to Cpl. Davis; and the Most Improved Cadet presented to Cpl. Head.

Saskatchewan Penitentiary Deputy Warden Lee Anne Skene was the Reviewing Officer and as part of her duties, inspected the Cadet’s uniforms and then handed out several awards.

She also gave a speech; which included commending the cadets, parents and leaders for their commitment, innovation and adaptability they demonstrated through the pandemic as well as a focus on resilience.

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Commanding Officer Captain Russell Barton also gave a speech where he thanked his staff and volunteers for their dedication to the Cadet Corps.

Specifically, he thanked his Training Officer Elizabeth Desgranges for developing the training curriculum for the year; Administration Officer Guillermo Quinones for staying on top of the paperwork; and Supply Officer Steven Mason for keeping everything organized.

He also gave a special thanks to Corps Volunteer and previous Commanding Officer Captain(retired) John Glasscock C.D for his mentorship.

Barton also thanked the Royal Canadian Legion for being an amazing Sponsor, The Army Cadet League for helping run the Sponsoring Committee and The North Saskatchewan Regiment for their continued support.

Regimental Sergeant Major MWO. Ireland was presented with an engraved mug, which has been traditionally given to Senior Cadets when they age out of the Corps, as a token of appreciation for his leadership and commitment to the Cadet Corps. Ireland spoke to the Corps and encouraged them to lead and make the most of all opportunities.

Next year the Cadet Corps will celebrate 110 years of operation. 390 is one of the oldest continuously running Cadet Corps in Canada.

Cadets is a free federally run program for youth ages 12-19 years old. Anyone interested in more information about the Cadet Program can go to Cadets.ca.

Potential Cadets should reach out to Captain Russell Barton in August to inquire about an open house and signing up.

Email 390Army@cadets.gc.ca and follow their Facebook page.

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