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, Marksmanship Coach
Captain Geoff Bough, CD*
Deputy Commanding Officer, Training Officer, Positive Space Ambassador
Captain Tamara Edwards, CD*
Supply Officer
CI George Ruscoff
(Captain Retired)
Administration Officer
Captain James Mowry
Administration Officer
CV Gerard Barabash
(Captain Retired)
Chaplain, Parent Liaison
CI Marie Bereck
Assistant Training Officer & Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) Coordinator
Captain Kevin Hills, CD*
Ground School Instructor
CI Charles Finch
Biathlon Coach
CI Renato Anacleto
Level 4 Officer
CV Ryan O'Keefe
Level 1 Officer
CV Julie Lamb
Level 2 Officer
CV Chris Buckham
Level 3 Officer
CV Martin DeBarros
Effective Speaking Coach
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.