Staff

205 Collishaw Squadron Staff includes Officers, Civilian Instructors (CIs), and Civilian Volunteers (CVs), who bring a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and personal experience to the cadet program. Their goal is to make every cadet’s time with 205 Collishaw Squadron a rewarding and memorable experience.

Regular Parade Nights:  Every Thursday, 18:00–21:15 hrs (September–June), featuring parade practice and three periods of cadet training.

CO’s Parade:  Held the first Thursday of each month (October–June), with seating at 18:15 hrs and a start time of 18:30 hrs. Activities include band and flag party presentations, uniform inspections, promotions, awards, and squadron announcements. Parents, guardians, and family are welcome to attend!

Staff Team 2026-27

Major Sean Kelly
Major Sean Kelly, CD*
Commanding Officer

Shane Arthur
Captain Shane Arthur
Deputy Commanding Officer, Training Officer

Captain David Ruel
Administration Officer, Marksmanship Coach

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Captain Tamara Edwards, CD*
Supply Officer

Second Lieutenant (2Lt) Lukas Rausch
Optional Training Activities Coordinator, Drill Team Officer

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Second Lieutenant (2Lt) Stefanie Kostomo
Standards Officer

Renato Anacleto
Officer Cadet Renato Anacleto
Advanced Leadership Program (ALP) and Leadership Appointments Coordinator

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CI Marie Bereck
Training Coordinator

River Reid
CV River Reid
Ground School Instructor

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Captain Kevin Hills, CD*
Aviation Coordinator

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CI Charles Finch
Biathlon Coach

Martin DeBarros
CV Martin DeBarros
Effective Speaking Coach

Gerrit Loeffen
CV Gerrit Loeffen
Effective Speaking Coach

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CV Gerard Barabash
(Captain Retired)

Chaplain, Parent Liaison

*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 .

View or download the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Pacific) Civilian Volunteer Application view here.

If you are interested in becoming a CV please contact the Commanding Officer to express your intentions and to initiate the process.