Staff
Our Squadron Staff includes Officers, Civilian Instructors (CI) and Civilian Volunteers (CV). They bring a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and personal experience to the cadet program.
Their goal is to make each cadet’s time with 205 Collishaw Squadron a rewarding and memorable experience. They work hard all year to provide the best training experiences for all cadets.
Our regular Parade Night is every Thursday night runs from September to June 18:00- 21:15 hours.
Commanding Officer’s (CO’s) Parades are on the first Thursday of every month and include the band, flag party, uniform review, promotions, and special guests. Parents/Guardians are invited to come back at 1915hr (7:15 pm) to watch the parade.
Staff Team
Captain David Ruel
Commanding Officer
Captain Geoff Bough
Deputy Commanding Officer, Training Officer, Positive Space Ambassador & Level 4 Support
Captain Tamara Edwards, CD*
Supply Officer
CI George Ruscoff
(Captain Retired)
Administration Officer
CV Gerard Barabash
(Captain Retired)
Chaplain, PHASE Coordinator, Parent Liaison
CI Marie Bereck
Assistant Training Officer & Level 5 Support
Captain Kevin Hills, CD*
Flying Officer
CI Charles Finch
Biathlon Coach
CV Martin DeBarros
Effective Speaking
CI Renato Anacleto
Assistant Administration - Level 4 Support
CV Ryan O'Keefe
Level 1 Support
CV Julie Lamb
Level 1 Support
CV Chris Buckham
Level 2 Support
Captain James Mowry
Level 3 Support
*Canadian Forces’ Decoration (CD) The Canadian Forces’ Decoration is awarded to officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service view here.
Join as a Civilian Volunteer (CV) with the Squadron
A Civilian Volunteer (CV) provides training and administrative support to the squadron under the authority of the Commanding Officer. A higher screening level is required for any adult who has direct and unsupervised contact with a cadet or where direct unsupervised contact is probable. For more detailed information regarding Civilian Volunteers view Adult Screening .
If you are interested in becoming a CV please contact the Commanding Officer to express your intentions and to initiate the process.
View or download the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Pacific) Civilian Volunteer Application.