General Photos

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

Mayor Jyoti Gondek and guest speaker Colonel Charles Hamel (Retired) are among the crowd. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

The annual ceremony is organized by the Colonel Donald S. Ethell (Calgary) Chapter of the Canadian Association of Veterans in United Nations Peacekeeping (CAVUNP). 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

The Guest Speaker, Colonel Charles Hamel (Retired)—a RAUSI member—spoke about Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson’s vision for peacekeeping, and shared his own experiences in the Democratic Republic of Congo. His reflections underscored the importance of "peace making," and the dedication and sacrifice of Canadians who have served in peacekeeping missions around the world. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

RAUSI was formally represented in the wreath laying by: Jim Golbourn, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Navy; Major Kent Griffiths, MMM, CD,(Retired) – Canadian Army; and Honorary Colonel John Melbourne, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Air Force.

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

RAUSI was formally represented in the wreath laying by: Jim Golbourn, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Navy; Major Kent Griffiths, MMM, CD,(Retired) – Canadian Army; and Honorary Colonel John Melbourne, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Air Force. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

RAUSI's wreath in tribute to fallen UN Peacekeepers. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

Wreaths in tribute to fallen UN Peacekeepers, in front of the Wall of Honour. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

Representatives from the RCMP, Calgary Police and Fire. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

Representatives from the RCMP, Calgary Police and Fire. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2025

RAUSI was formally represented in the wreath laying by: Jim Golbourn, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Navy; Major Kent Griffiths, MMM, CD,(Retired) – Canadian Army; and Honorary Colonel John Melbourne, CD (Retired) – Royal Canadian Air Force. 10 August 2025, Calgary, AB

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Several RAUSI members attended the Peacekeepers Day Ceremony, a few of whom joined for a photo op afterwards.
Left to Right: Maj Bruce Henwood (Ret'd), Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Col Doug Stinson (Ret'd), MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), LCol JJ Martin (Ret'd) at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. 11 August 2024

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Left to Right: Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Past President and MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), Director representing RAUSI at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. 11 August 2024

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Left to Right: Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Past President and MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), Director representing RAUSI at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. Accompanied by LCol JJ Martin (Ret'd). 11 August 2024

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Left to Right: Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Past President and MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), Director representing RAUSI at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. Accompanied by LCol JJ Martin (Ret'd). 11 August 2024

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Left to Right: Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Past President and MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), Director representing RAUSI at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. Accompanied by LCol JJ Martin (Ret'd). 11 August 2024

Peacekeepers Day Ceremony 2024

Left to Right: Maj Kent Griffiths (Ret'd), Past President and MGen Paul Bury (Ret'd), Director representing RAUSI at Peacekeepers Day Ceremony. Accompanied by LCol JJ Martin (Ret'd). 11 August 2024

University of Calgary's Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies (CMSS)

Left to right: Dr Erin Gibbs Van Brunschot, the Director of the University of Calgary's Centre for Military, Security and Strategic Studies (CMSS) receives donation from Maj Joe Howard (Ret'd), RAUSI Secretary-Treasurer and Finance Committee Chair.

RAUSI presents $5,000 to Alberta Provincial Committee – Air Cadet League of Canada

Left to right: Kent Griffiths, RAUSI President, presents donation to Angèle Mullins, the Alberta Provincial Committee – Air Cadet League of Canada.

RAUSI presents $5,000 to Army Cadet League of Canada (Alberta)

Left to right: Kent Griffiths, RAUSI President, presents donation to Ed Liukaitis, Army Cadet League of Canada (Alberta).

RAUSI presents $5,000 to The Navy League of Canada (Alberta Division)

Left to right: Kent Griffiths, RAUSI President, presents donation to Jim Golbourn, The Navy League of Canada (Alberta Division).

Supporting Alberta's Cadets

Left to right:. Kent Griffiths, RAUSI President, Ed Liukaitis, Army Cadet League of Canada (Alberta), Angèle Mullins, the Alberta Provincial Committee – Air Cadet League of Canada, Jim Golbourn, The Navy League of Canada (Alberta Division), Paul Bury, RAUSI Programs Director.

Hangar Flight Museum

Left to right: Joe Howard, RAUSI Research Director presents a donation to Ms Lauren Maillet, Guest Services and Marketing Manager, the Hangar Flight Museum.

Mount Royal University (MRU)

Left to right: Joe Howard, RAUSI Research Director interviews Kari Roberts, Associate Professor (Political Science) and Chair, after donation to Department of Economics, Justice, and Policy Studies, MRU.

The Military Museums Foundation

Left to right: Jackie Jansen van Doorn, Executive Director, The Military Museums Foundation receives a RAUSI donation presented by Joe Howard, RAUSI Research Director.

Highland Gathering

Sherman Tank

Mewata Archway

Hanging out with Mark

On the Run

Looking under the hoods

Camouflaged LAV

Shaking hands

Prayer

Multi generational

Picnic

Remembrance Day in Garrison Woods

LAV

Mewata Armoury