September 25th, 2025
During our Centennial-year Annual Meeting of Divisions (AMOD) hosted in Ottawa, we proudly recognized several individuals who have made significant contributions to the Corps. Whether through years of service, leadership, or strong support for our Social Mandate, each of those honoured has helped make Commissionaires a leader in security and the number one employer of veterans in Canada.
We thank each recipient for their commitment to the Corps and are proud to showcase them below.
National Award of Merit
- Col (Ret’d) John Logan, CD, KC, New Brunswick and PEI Division
The National Award of Merit is Commissionaires’ highest honour. Col (Ret’d) Logan was awarded this for his nearly three decades of service to the Corps between 1999 and 2025. His contributions have left a lasting mark on our organization, and this award reflects the deep respect held for him across the Federation.
Commissionaires Distinguished Service Medal
- Bob Ferguson, New Brunswick & PEI Division
Bob received this prestigious award in recognition of his transformational leadership. Since joining in 2020 during a period of significant change, he has positively reshaped the New Brunswick & PEI Division, making him a deserving recipient of this award.
Outgoing National Board of Directors Pen and Plaque
As a token of gratitude for their volunteer service on the National Board of Directors, the following individuals were presented with a commemorative pen and plaque:
- LCol (Ret’d) Brad White, MSM, CD, New Brunswick & PEI Division (2023–2025)
- Col (Ret’d) Bob Poirier, CD, Manitoba Division (2022–2025)
- BGen (Ret’d) Ray Romses, OMM, CD, Southern Alberta Division (2023–2025)
- HCol/LCdr Glenna Swing, CD, RCN (Ret’d), Hamilton Division (2022–2025)
- LCdr/Dr Mike Hoare, CD, RCN (Ret’d), Great Lakes Division (2023–2025)
We are grateful for their service and extend our sincere thanks for their dedication.
Outgoing National Board Committee Chairs Owl
As a Commissionaires tradition, we present a handcrafted soapstone owl carving by Canadian Artist Ross Parkinson of West Brome, QC, to all outgoing National Board Committee Chairs. The owl symbolizes the wisdom and leadership that Committee Chairs provide while navigating various topics.
- Marjorie Hickey, Chair, Governance Committee, Nova Scotia Division
- Bryn Weadon, Chair, Audit Advisory Committee, Nova Scotia Division
We thank them both for their insight, guidance, and the many hours given to their respective committees.
Outgoing CEOs Bear Carving
In keeping with a similar tradition, we present another carving by Ross Parkinson, this time a bear, symbolizing the strength and resilience to all outgoing Division CEOs.
- Bob Ferguson, New Brunswick & PEI Division (2020-2025)
- Chris Puhach, Manitoba Division (2023-2025)
Their work behind the scenes has been instrumental to our continued growth and success.
AMOD 100th Anniversary Presentations
To mark our Centennial year, we were proud to recognize leaders who have supported our mission and share our commitment to security and service:
- Commr. Michael Duheme, COM, Commissioner, Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- Mike Bullock, Chief Executive, Corps Security (UK’s Corps of Commissionaires)
- Air Mshl Chris Nickols, CB, CBE, FRAeS, DL, Chairman, Corps Security (UK’s Corps of Commissionaires)
This year’s AMOD was a chance to reflect on a century of service to Canada and look ahead to the next 100 years. The individuals recognized here have played a meaningful role in that journey. Congratulations and thank you to all.