Introduction

The Association is governed by an elected Board of Directors who are either serving or former members of Canada’s military medical services.  As the operational component of the Association, the Board manages its day to day activities in accordance with the Association Bylaws through an Executive Team.  The incumbent Surgeon General, RCMS Colonel Commandant and RCMS Chief Warrant Officer are Honorary Directors and as such are non voting ex officio members of the Board.

Constitution & Bylaws 

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Board of Directors

As part of our continued effort to strengthen the Association’s operations and engagement, the RCMSA Board of Directors has adopted a renewed structure for 2025. Each Director now leads a dedicated portfolio aligned with the Association’s mission — ensuring better communication, efficient governance, and meaningful collaboration.

President: Dave Borthwick

Provides overall leadership, ensures effective governance, and represents the Association at national and external levels

Vice President: Steve Pirie

Supports the President, oversees policy development, and manages special projects including the Dr. Ruth Jones Meritorious Award

Secretary: Leanne O’Connell

Manages records, meeting coordination, correspondence, and business continuity documentation.

Treasurer: Eric Roy Director

Oversees financial management, budgeting, and reporting; manages membership revenues and commemorative coin sales.

History & Heritage Director – Cheryl Belanger

Oversees financial management, budgeting, and reporting; manages membership revenues and commemorative coin sales.

Communications & Public Engagement Director – Anny Piche-Montplaisir

Leads outreach, newsletters, website, and social media strategies to connect and engage with our RCMS community.

Membership Director – Brady White

Maintains the membership list, welcomes new members, and promotes renewal and engagement across the RCMS network.

Strategic Partnerships Co-Directors – Glen Babich & Kyle McPhee

Build partnerships, pursue charitable status initiatives, and represent the Association in joint projects and professional forums.

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Major General Scott Malcolm, MSC, CD, MD, Canadian Armed Forces Surgeon General and Head, Royal Canadian Medical Service

Colonel (Retd) Brian O’Rourke, OMM, CD, PhD, RCMS Colonel Commandant

Chief Warrant Officer Yann Gauthier, MMM, CD, RCMS Chief Warrant Officer

Ex Officio Board Members/Membres d’office du Conseil