Branch Executive
The people behind the scenes at the Legion
Senior Executive
Branch President
Comrade Mike Adams - President
My professional life was in the technical support and management of Information Technology facilities and resources. I retired from IBM Canada in 2013 after 40 years in the field both in public and private sectors.
I am a 30+ years member of the Knights of Columbus serving as Grand Knight of a council for 4 years.
My wife Solange and I have been married for 47 years. We have two sons and two grandchildren.
RCL632OrleansPresident@gmail.com
Past President
Comrade Wyn Fournier - Past President
My father was with the infantry in WWII, and I am also a Canadian Armed Forces veteran. I was medically released in Aug 2016 with almost 33 years of service, including 4 years with the Reserve Force as a Cadet Instructor Cadre. I transferred to the Regular Force in Jan 1988, and was a Medic, Logistics Officer and Social Work Officer. I deployed overseas three times: Croatia 1994-95, Bosnia 1998, and Afghanistan 2007. My time in uniform was quite the adventure!
I’m married to a CAF Veteran and we have 2 young adult children, who are in their 20s. We have lived in Orleans since being posted here from Petawawa in June 2009.
I will continue to serve the Legion to the best of my ability, and look forward to having a bit more time to relax.
I am interested in hearing what the members have to say and getting their ideas for how we can continue to improve. Please don’t hesitate to contact me through the Past President’s email if you have questions, ideas, comments, or concerns! I’m very quick to respond.
rcl632orleanspastpresident@gmail.com
2nd Vice-President
Comrade Joyce Bissont - 2nd Vice President
My father, Albert, served during WWll and afterwards served with the GGFG.
I have 2 adult children, 2 grandchildren and 2 crazy cats!
During my career I worked various positions within the CBC/Radio-Canada mostly in Public
Relations and Human Resources. I also was Volunteer Coordinator with Television Rogers and volunteered with them for many years.
Since joining the Legion I have been a volunteer server with Prestige Catering (Ron Clark), have been elected and served as 3rd Vice, 2nd Vice, 3rd Vice, and presently 2nd Vice, PR Officer and Facility Rental Agent.
I am looking forward to serving you as 2nd Vice this coming year and working with a dynamic
team.
rcl632orleans2ndvice@gmail.com
3rd Vice-President
3rd Vice President - Comrade Mark Cimon
I am a proud associate member, and supporter, of RCL 632. Waves of memories came over me when I first walked into the Legion, and it was the main reason for me joining the Legion. Since then, I have gotten more involved, have met a lot of wonderful people, and I just enjoy being around an organization which helps our veterans.
My father spent 35 years in the RCAF, my grandfather was a member of the Northwest Mounted Police/ Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry in WWI, and then the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. I had uncles, and a cousin, who served in the RCN, and RCAF as well.
My early days were spent as a “Military Brat”, which brought me to a lot of different locations in Nova Scotia, Quebec, and Ontario. I started out in Greenwood, and saw the wondrous sites in L’Acadie Quebec, Toronto Ont, Chambly Que, Moisie Quebec, North Bay Ont, St Jean Que, and finally Kingston Ont where I met my wife.
I am married to a wonderful wife and partner, we have 4 great children, and 7 awesome grand-kids. We have lived in Ottawa since 1983, and Orleans since 1991. Our children, and grandchildren, are all in the Ottawa area, so we feel truly blessed to have everyone close.
I enjoy a variety of activities, including golf, alpine skiing, throwing some horseshoes, playing softball, and spending time with the family.
rcl632orleans3rdvice@gmail.com
Secretary
Secretary - Comrade Kate Smith
rcl632orleanssecretary@gmail.com
Standing Committee
Comrade Chantal Baron
Comrade Dawn Pearcy
Comrade Lisa Sovey
Comrade Micheline Roy
Comrade Ian Woods
Comrade Guy Roy
Comrade Andre - Fournier - Sgt-at-Arms
I released in 2015 and became a public servant within DND a year later, helping to manage the Army’s live simulation equipment. I fully retired from work in 2024.
I have been involved with the Orleans Legion as the Sgt at Arms since joining the branch in 2018. My spouse is heavily involved with the Legion, recently passing the torch after 3 years as Branch President. We recently purchased a travel trailer, and have started exploring more of this great country of ours.
Membership Chair and Volunteer Coordinator - Comrade Kim Levesque
My husband and I met at Cambrian College, Sudbury and after graduating in 1983 we embarked on a career with Canada Border Services Agency (formerly Canada Customs) in Sault Ste. Marie, Cornwall. We finally settled in Ottawa in 1989 with our two daughters who have blessed us with 4 grandchildren.
I have been a Legion member since 2013 and became the Membership Chair in 2014. After retiring in 2016 I became more involved in Branch operations by helping out as a Route Captain during the Poppy Campaign, being part of the bar inventory team, the bottle drive, and basically wherever there’s a need and I’m available. I also added on the duties of Volunteer Coordinator in 2017.
As of 2023 I am also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary
rcl632orleansmember@gmail.com
Comrade Marty Keates - Executive Committee
My family has a large military history. I had eight uncles (five of them brothers) who all served in WWII, as well as a brother in the RCAF, a sister and a niece in the Communications Reserve, and a niece in the Regular Force.
I joined the RCAF in 1967 but had to change my blue uniform to green during a trade restructure in the 1990s. I served in Ottawa (4 postings), Lahr Germany, Shilo Manitoba, Edmonton Alberta, Camp Borden Ontario, and 70 Communication Group in Kingston, Ontario.
I hold an Honours Degree in Canadian Studies and Human Rights, and a Master’s Degree in Heritage Conservation.
My Legion positions have included Veterans and Aging, Seniors, 3rd Vice President, 1st Vice President, President, Leadership and Development, Honours and Awards, and Election Coordinator.
I reside in Orleans, and have two adult sons who live in the Ottawa area.
Poppy Chairman - Comrade Richard Guitar
I was in the Royal Canadian Navy for more than 25 years, starting out as an electrician and retiring as a Logistics Officer. I have been awarded a CD with clasp, Peace Keeping Medal, King Charles III Coronation Medal and Special Service Medal with a NATO clasp.
I served on three submarines, three Destroyers, a mine sweeper converted to a patrol boat, a frigate and a sailing ship, HMCS Oriole. I finished my career in NDHQ and then retired to work as a contractor and Public Servant.
I am now fully retired and volunteers with the Legion, Community Alley Trappers (a cat rescue group) and the Naval Association of Canada. With the Naval Association of Canada, I chair the Salty Dips Committee which collects and publishes stories of sailors, so far in 11 volumes.
rcl632poppy@gmail.com
Comrade Jeanine Mader
I joined the military in 1974 where I was a supply tech. I have a total of 38 years service with the military and civilian life where I was a procurement officer. I did a tour of duty in Ismailia, Egypt in 1977-78. I retired as a civil servant in 2018.
I joined the Legion in 2007. Currently I am the Youth Education Chair and co-chair for bursaries. I have been 3rd vice and 2nd vice. Additionally, I help with Remembrance Day, the bottle drive, and many other volunteer tasks that come up. I was a Scouter for 30 years and now I volunteer as a girl guide leader. You can find me helping at the food bank, beer fests, rib and poutine fests, and the Cork and Fork. I also volunteer at the Perley Health Centre. I volunteer with the Army Run, Airforce Run, Navy Run, Tamarack Race and new this year, the Ironman.
Yes. I love volunteering!
rcl632orleansyoutheducation@gmail.com
Administration
Kate Cunning – Branch Administrator
- Mélanie Roy – Chief Bar Steward
Branch 632 Orleans Executive Contact List
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Branch 632 Orleans Clubhouse Rules
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By-Laws For Branches, Regulations, Branch Rules
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