Salute

On 30 May 2011, Major-General Dennis Tabbernor handed over his present duties after a distinguished career in the Canadian Forces.During a Change of Appointment ceremony at National Defence Headquarters in Ottawa, MGen Tabbernor stepped down as Chief Reserves and Cadets, handing the reins to Rear Admiral Jennifer Bennett. Canada’s Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, Vice-Admiral Bruce Donaldson, presided over the ceremony. 

MGen Tabbernor, originally from Winnipeg, was appointed Chief Reserves and Cadets in May 2008 and is retiring in his 44th year of service.

MGen Tabbernor enrolled as a Rifleman with The Royal Winnipeg Rifles in 1967 and rose to the rank of Lieutenant before transferring to the Regular Force in 1972. He was posted to Third Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment and subsequently served with the Canadian Airborne Regiment and First Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment. 

For a full story on MGen Tabbernor, go to www.winnipegmen.com.