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

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Captain David Ruel

Commanding Officer, Marksmanship Coach

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Captain Geoff Bough, CD*

Deputy Commanding Officer, Training Officer, Positive Space Ambassador

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Captain Tamara Edwards, CD*

Supply Officer

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CI George Ruscoff (Captain Retired)

Administration Officer

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Captain James Mowry

Administration Officer

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CV Gerard Barabash (Captain Retired)

Chaplain, Parent Liaison

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CI Marie Bereck

Assistant Training Officer & Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) Coordinator

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Captain Kevin Hills, CD*

Ground School Instructor

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CI Charles Finch

Biathlon Coach

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CI Renato Anacleto

Level 4 Officer

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CV Ryan O'Keefe

Level 1 Officer

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CV Julie Lamb

Level 2 Officer

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CV Chris Buckham

Level 3 Officer

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CV Martin DeBarros

Effective Speaking Coach

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CV Mary Finch

Effective Speaking Coach

*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.