Canada’s Chief Warrant Officer Bob McCann and Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan are greeted by CFB Shilo Base Commander Lieutenant-Colonel J.P. Nguyen and Acting Regimental Sergeant Major, Master Warrant Officer Darlene Skinner at the first visit to the Base by the CDS, on Sept. 16.  (Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News)

K-J Millar
Shilo Stag Media

Canada’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, made her first visit to CFB Shilo on Sept. 16, accompanied by Canadian Armed Forces Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Bob McCann, for a tour of the 3rd Canadian Division Base.

The visit provided a significant opportunity for the Chief of Defence to engage directly with the leadership and personnel of CFB Shilo and 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group (1 CMBG).

The visit focused on assessing the operational readiness, reviewing strategic priorities and discussing the division’s ongoing mission.

General Carignan received a detailed briefing on the current state of 1 CMBG and CFB Shilo, followed by a static display showcasing capabilities.

The visit highlighted Base priorities, displayed ongoing initiatives, and provided the CDS with an accurate and comprehensive understanding of CFB Shilo’s current posture, capabilities, and challenges.

The visit to CFB Shilo reaffirmed the CDS’s commitment to maintaining operational excellence and supporting the dedicated personnel of 3rd Canadian Division.

Additional activities included engagement with the units and a tour of the ammunition depot.

The CAF Command Team rounded off their visit after lunch in the mess with soldiers, heading up a town hall meeting where members and civilian staff could interact directly with the CDS.

Canadian Armed Forces Chief Warrant Officer  Bob McCann shakes hands in greeting with Base Commander LCol J.P. Nguyen at CFB Shilo on Sept. 16.  (Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News)

Canada’s Armed Forces Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan is saluted by CFB Shilo Base Commander Lieutenant-Colonel J.P. Nguyen at the historic first visit to the Base by the CDS, on Sept. 16.  (Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News)

Canadian Armed Forces Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan shakes hands with Acting Regimental Sergeant Major, Master Warrant Officer Darlene Skinner in greeting with Base Commander LCol J.P. Ngyuen at the first visit to the CFB Shilo Base by the CDS, on Sept. 16.  (Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News)

Canadian Armed Forces Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan arrives at CFB Shilo on Sept. 16, for a historic first visit to the Base, where she engaged with troops. She was greeted by Base Commander Lieutenant-Colonel J.P. Nguyen and Acting Regimental Sergeant Major, Master Warrant Officer Darlene Skinner. (Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News)