Four Years Later, Did the Arbour Report on Canada’s Military Culture Get It Right?

Commentary This past weekend, I attended the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Royal Military College of Canada, my alma mater. It was a powerful reminder of what RMC and its graduates have given this country: generations of leaders who served Canada in war and peace, including those who made the ultimate sacrifice. They were guided […]

Four Years Later, Did the Arbour Report on Canada’s Military Culture Get It Right?

TL;DR

  • The author attended the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Royal Military College of Canada.
  • RMC graduates have served Canada for generations, embodying the motto 'Truth, Duty, Valour'.
  • Governor General Louise Arbour's remarks at the event were respectful of RMC.
  • Arbour's remarks contrasted with the picture of RMC and Canadian military culture in her 2022 report.