GGHG Association

THE GOVERNOR GENERAL'S

HORSE GUARDS ASSOCIATION

The Governor General's Horse Guards Association is open to all current serving and former members of the Governor General's Horse Guards Regiment, and friends of the Regiment. The Association provides all members of the Regimental Family with an ongoing connection to old friends and current Regimental activities. Throughout the year, the Association hosts several social events, aimed at promoting camaraderie among its members and the serving members of the Regiment.

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In 2022, the Governor General's Horse Guards celebrated 200 years of Cavalry tradition and loyal service to Canada. This was marked by a series of events throughout the year, dedicated to Captain George Taylor Denison and all those that followed, serving with the Regiment and its perpetuated units in almost every conflict facing the nation since 1822.

Details are now available on the GGHG Cavalry & Historical Society website

CPL PAM MACDONALD

it is with heavy hearts that we learn of the passing of Cpl (Ret'd) Pam Macdonald on December 29, 2023, in Newmarket, Ontario She was 73 years of age.

Pam was the sister of GGHG Association Vice-President Brian Macdonald and. She joined the Cavalry Squadron in the late '60s, where she started as a civilian member. Later, in 1970, she officially joined the Regiment as a clerk, dedicating herself until 1975. Her commitment to service continued as she transitioned to the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as a safety systems technician, serving for 18 years in the regular forces. After her release, she joined the Toronto Police Service as a civilian dispatcher, contributing until her retirement in 2015.

CAPT JOHN THOMPSON

Former Regimental Padre, Captain John Thompson, on November 6th, 2023, in Belleville at the age of 85. Surrounded by loved ones, John transitioned peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and grace.

John's journey took him across the globe, serving in East and Southern Africa from 1965 to 1984, where he left an indelible mark in Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, and Lesotho. Honored as a Canon in the Diocese of Lesotho, he continued his service upon returning to Canada, pastoring at St. Giles Church in Barrie and Christ Church in Woodbridge. John's commitment extended to the military, where he served as Chaplain to the Governor General's Horse Guards Regiment.

WO CHRISTOPHER LAM

It is with heavy hearts that we learn of the passing of WO (Ret’d) Christopher Lam on Saturday October 7, 2023 at 60 years of age. Chris enrolled in the CAF in 1984, serving as an Admin clerk, armoured crewman, Resource Management and Human Resources Clerks. Chris held many different positions in his 39 years of service, retiring on 04 September 2023. He served with many different Regiments, most notably with the Governor General’s Horse Guards, and the Toronto Scottish Regiment. He had more than a few stints at CFSAL/CFLTC teaching our newest administrators. During his distinguished career, Chris deployed to Afghanistan and to Bosnia twice. Chris was very proud of his military service and his commitment to duty