1913 The Ontario Regiment Cadet Corps

07/21/2026

Funeral Information for LCol D.T. Matthews, OStJ CD

Funeral Service
Date: Friday, July 24, 2026
Time: 1300hrs, preceded by visitation to begin at 1100 hrs
Location: Mount Lawn Funeral Home
21 Garrard Rd. Whitby

Following the funeral service, the interment of ashes will take place also at Mount Lawn Cemetery of the same address.

Reception for family and friends:
Time: 1400 hrs to 1700 hrs
Location: The Officers’ Mess Col R.S. McLaughlin Armoury
53 Simcoe Street N, Oshawa

https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/mountlawn/obituaries/daniel-thomas-griffiths-matthews/163846.html

07/18/2026

Passing of a former Commanding Officer

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Lieutenant Colonel Dan Matthews, OStJ CD on Friday, July 17, 2026.

LCol Matthews began his military career with the Ontario Regiment (RCAC), where he rose through the ranks to be the first in the Regiment’s history to serve as the Regimental Sergeant Major and then later as the Commanding Officer. After leaving the Ontario Regiment, LCol Matthews transferred to the Cadet Instructors Cadre and was appointed as the Commanding Officer of 1913. Following his tenure as the 1913 CO, LCol Matthews went on to serve as the DCO and acting CO of the Blackdown Cadet Training Centre, and then as the Regional Administration Officer at the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Central).

Following his retirement from military service, LCol Matthews went on to volunteer with the Army Cadet League of Canada, eventually serving as the President of the Ontario Branch.

LCol Matthews leadership, mentorship and friendship to literally thousands of soldiers, officers and cadets has left a lasting mark on us all.

Please keep LCol Matthews family and friends in your thoughts during this difficult time. Rest easy sir. You will be missed.

07/03/2026

CJCR Public Affairs Officer, LCdr Sean Costello, recently had the opportunity to spend a few minutes with Col Jeremy Hansen, where they discussed leadership, Moonjoy and the Cadet program. Take a few minutes to listen to his inspiring words.

On July 1, 2026, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut and Royal Ca...

06/10/2026

Tonight is the night for our Annual Ceremonial Review. All are welcome to come out and support our cadets.

06/05/2026

Congratulations to Captain J. Irani on his promotion to his current rank.

03/08/2026

We are deeply saddened by reports of a road traffic accident this morning in Sainte-Rose-de-Watford, Quebec, involving a bus carrying members of the Cadet Program.

Our immediate priority is ensuring that the cadets, staff members, and their families receive the support they need. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic accident.

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, resources are available:
• Canadian Forces Member Assistance Program https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/programs/member-assistance.html
• Su***de Crisis Helpline: Call anytime, or text 9-8-8, or visit 988.ca
• Kid’s Help Phone for youth: kidshelpphone.ca
• Hope for Wellness Help Line for Indigenous support: hopeforwellness.ca
• Quebec residents: 1-866-APPELLE