Allen Packwood, Director of the Churchill Archives Centre at Churchill College, University of Cambridge, delivers his presentation on Churchill and D-Day. He spoke to the Churchill Society of Edmonton hosting their 59th Annual Memorial Banquet in the University Club at the University of Alberta. Mr. Packwood was also introducing his recent book: “Churchill and D-Day”.
Retired Captain Jason Watt, CD, shared his experiences as a Civil Military Cooperation (CIMIC) operator in the Balkans during Canada’s involvement from 1991 to 1995. He was one of seven subject matter experts who spoke during the 2025 Annual Security and Defence Symposium on Canada’s involvement in Bosnia-Herzegovina. The event was hosted by the Edmonton United Services Institute on May 31, 2025 at the Chateau Nova Hotel in Edmonton.
Retired Captain George Kuhse, CD, provides background information on the Balkans region to set the stage for the 2025 Annual Security and Defence Symposium on Canada’s involvement in Bosnia-Herzegovina. The event was hosted by the Edmonton United Services Institute on May 31 at the Chateau Nova Hotel in Edmonton.
It was great to partner with the team at Dynamyx Gymnastics Club in St. Albert to produce this 4-minute mini documentary. Through interviews with coaches, athletes, parents and staff, you’ll learn how Dynamyx provides gymnastics to the community. Their impressive 24,000 square foot facility offers space for training and play. Dynamyx was founded in 1993 and celebrated their 30th Anniversary in 2023. Stop by sometime to meet the friendly staff and tour their impressive facility.
I enjoyed producing this informative 8-minute mini documentary featuring a beekeeper in Spruce Grove, Alberta. You’ll see Andrew “Andy” Chan in action at his hive as he explains the typical workflow for all beekeepers. You’ll learn why bees are important, how they contribute to food security and the environment.
This 8-minute mini-documentary features soldiers of the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) participating in the Gunnery Course held this winter at CFB Edmonton. You’ll meet two instructors and two candidates who share their experiences, challenges and rewards while doing the intensive course. This video is approved by the LdSH (RC) command team to help educate Canadians on what soldiers do to earn qualifications on armoured training.
This 34-minute documentary was produced in partnership with Naval Reservists of Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship NONSUCH in Edmonton to commemorate the annual Battle of the Atlantic ceremony that took place online on May 2, 2021. The three-part documentary is grouped into distinct parts: Part 1: Historical overview featuring archival footage and a 97-year-old Veteran who was a young ASDIC (Sonar) operator tasked with detecting U-Boats. Part 2: Church Parade with Naming of Lost Canadian Ships. Part 3: “Did You Know?” with interesting facts about a few ships from the longest campaign during the Second World War: The Battle of the Atlantic.
What happened after D-Day? Guest speaker Thomas Bradley showcases Canadian Army participation during the Normandy Campaign in France, June 1944. His presentation includes dozens of soldiers’ stories, vivid maps, and rare photos that seem to leap off the screen at you. Mr. Bradley opens his talk with historical accounts of Canadians fighting SS troops on June 7, 1944 and concludes with the war crimes trial of Nazi SS General Kurt Meyer. This presentation took place on April 22, 2017 at the Brigadier Jefferson Armoury in Edmonton, Alberta. This presentation was to a non-profit group for educational purposes only. There is no expectation of commercial remuneration as a result of this video appearing on various social media sites.
Private (Ret’d) Lyle McIvor served with 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (2 PPCLI) during the Korean War, and fought at the historic Battle of Kapyong that raged from 22 to 25 April 1951. Despite being surrounded by hundreds of Chinese troops, the outnumbered Patrica’s held their ground in the face of unrelenting attacks. Their battlefield prowess prevented a potentially costly defeat for the South Korean and UN forces. The actions by Private McIvor and other members of 2 PPCLI who fought at Battle of Kapyong were noticed by the Americans. They awarded 2 PPCLI the United States Presidential Unit Citation, a rare honour for a Canadian unit.
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