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On June 9, 2025, Veterans House in Ottawa unveiled a bronze bas-relief sculpture embodying the Canadian Army's core values: Duty, Integrity, Discipline, and Honour. The artwork, based on Katherine Taylor's mural, was commissioned by Major (ret'd) Bob Near after over 30 years of advocacy. The ceremony was attended by city officials and residents, marking a significant milestone for the 40-unit supportive housing facility for veterans.
On May 26, 2025, Esprit de Corps hosted the Breaking Down the Barricades awards at Beechwood Memorial Centre, celebrating top women in Canada's defence sector. The event featured a keynote by Lt.-Gen. Lise Bourgon, presentations by Scott Taylor, and toasts honoring the Commissionaires' centennial. Attendees included Minister Anita Anand and defence leaders
From May 19–23, French warships Mistral and Surcouf visited Quebec City. The Mistral conducted a joint exercise with Canada’s R22eR Regiment and hosted a formal reception. Notably, Canada declined a 2014 offer to buy two Mistral-class ships originally built for Russia.
On April 20, 2023, the Esprit de Corps Commandos faced off against the GOFO’s at the Richcraft Sensplex for the first time in three years.
Col. Giorgio Tommaseo, of the Italian Carabinieri police force, received his Order of Merit of Police Forces medal at Rideau Hall, in Ottawa.
On June 13, 2025, the Royal Canadian Navy officially commissioned HMCS Frédérick Rolette, the fifth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS) of the Harry DeWolf class. The ceremony included the symbolic presentation of the commissioning pennant to Commanding Officer Commander Jolene Lisi. This vessel enhances Canada's ability to assert sovereignty in Arctic and coastal waters