Faces of 5th Canadian Division
MacPhee has served 17 years in Canadian Armed Forces
The 5th Canadian Division of the Canadian Army in Atlantic Canada, has recently been featuring members to help the community better understand them on their Faces of 5th Canadian Division webpage.
Sgt. William Michael MacPhee:
“I like filling the position of Course Warrant for the RCEME [Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers] Common at 5th Canadian Division Training Centre because these future technicians we train are just starting their careers. This is the first trade-related course they will take, so we (course staff) get to be the ones to introduce them to the RCEME Corps.”
Hometown: New Waterford, Nova Scotia
Years of Service: 17
Home Unit: 36 Service Battalion (Sydney Detachment)
Who is your role model? Warrant Officer Guy Thivierge (Vehicle Technician)
Previous Deployments: Golan Heights: Operation DANACA ROTO 82 (2004-2005) Afghanistan: Operation ATTENTION Roto 3 MCT (2013-2014)
Why did you join and what do you do in
the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)? I’ve been interested in the CAF ever since I was in Air Cadets. Now I am a Sergeant, Vehicle Technician in the Corps of the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.
What is the best part about being in the Canadian Army / 5th Canadian Division? Leadership training and experience. I believe long-term involvement in the Canadian Army can build skills that will make you a more capable person.
What is your most memorable experience? My first deployment.
Why have you stayed in the Canadian Armed Forces
(CAF)? This job can challenge you. It is rewarding and a whole lot of fun.