Promotions & Commendations: CIS Squadron Latvia

by | Sep 30, 2020 | News | 1 comment

The 4 Division & Task Force Latvia Commander presented commendations to two deserving signallers on 26 September 2020.

Sergeant Sebastien Harvey – SIG OP (2 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn Petawawa) CIS Squadron Task Force Latvia:
From July to September 2020, Sgt Sebastien Harvey, while employed as Chief Communication Operator, has been instrumental in the development and implementation of numerous C2 capabilities within the BG and NSE. He assisted the eFP BG and Land Forces Mechanized Infantry Brigade with configuration and testing of all HF, L-TAC, TACSAT capabilities, while mentoring the junior signalers in the process. Sgt Harvey has been vital for the NSE, providing a robust PACE plan to enable their C2 functions. He developed solutions for deployed field ambulances to communicate with Camp Adazi; by enabling voice communications from the Hospital to the deployed ambulances, Sgt Harvey has directly enabled the superior triage of patients in Latvia. Sgt Harvey’s actions bring credit not only to himself and the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals, but to Canada and NATO as a whole.

Brigadier-General Mialkowski of 4th Canadian Division and Colonel Laforest, NCE Commander Task force Latvia visit Camp Adazi to address the troops, promote members and present commendations. Image taken on September 26, 2020 at Camp Adazi, Latvia by enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group (eFP BG) Public Affairs Imagery Technician, Canadian Armed Forces Photo © 2020 DND-MDN Canada

Cpl Michael Walsh – IS TECH (2 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn Petawawa) CIS Squadron Task Force Latvia:
From Jul to Sept 2020, Cpl Walsh served as Task Force Latvia (TFL) Help Desk IC in support of TFL HQ. During his tenure, Cpl Walsh proved to be a very highly dedicated technician focused on the mission and always on the lookout for ways to improve the efficiency of key National Command Element communication systems. This was highlighted when in early September, the Multi National Headquarters TAV had problems with their deployed DWAN network. Once the issue had been identified, Cpl Walsh conducted numerous site visits and suggested creative alternative solutions. Cpl Walsh was in continuous communication with the Project Manager and worked with the staff to ensure that they had the required connectivity to continue the project. He took the initiative to produce a SOP to ensure that in the future such issues will be solved promptly and key communication systems will remain operational. Cpl Walsh’s calm demeanor, easy going personality and keen attitude toward completing tasks were key in ensuring Task Force Latvia HQ’s operations continued as smoothly as possible. His dedication and professionalism reflected extremely positively on the Communications and Information Systems Squadron, Task Force Latvia as a whole, and the Canadian Armed Forces.

Image taken on September 26, 2020 at Camp Adazi, Latvia by enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group (eFP BG) Public Affairs Imagery Technician, Canadian Armed Forces Photo © 2020 DND-MDN Canada

Promotions:
Corporal Stephanie Wadell-Blais – Sig Tech (2 CMBG HQ & Sig Sqn) and Corporal Miles Molkanen – Line Tech (77 Line Regt) were promoted to the present ranks whilst in theatre.

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Patrick McMullen
3 years ago

Félicitations Sébastien j’ai jamais douté de ton potentiel.

Pat