 The RCMI clubhouse in 2008, before the site was redeveloped | |
| Abbreviation | RCMI |
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| Founded | 1890 (as the Canadian Military Institute) |
| Type | Private members' club |
| Purpose | Research, discussion and education in defence studies |
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Region served | Canada |
Official language | English, French |
| Website | www |
The Royal Canadian Military Institute (RCMI) is a private members' organization with a focus on military history, defence studies and international affairs. Located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it was founded as the Canadian Military Institute on January 14, 1890. General Sir William Dillon Otter set the founding principles: "to provide in an Institute for the defence forces of Canada a Library, museum and club for the purposes of the promotion of military art, science and literature, to gather and preserve the records of the defence forces, and develop its specialized field in Canadian history."[1] The motto of the RCMI is Fidelis Per Manere (Latin for 'To remain faithful').[2]
The RCMI's original headquarters at 426 University Avenue was built in 1907. Designed by William Craven Vaux Chadwick, the library was built in 1908.[3] The building was expanded in 1912 and 1935, and renovated during the 1960s. In 2007, the facade of 426 University Avenue was reconstructed by E R A Kubaneck Architects according to archeological records. Governor General David Johnston laid the cornerstone on June 9, 2012, for a 42-story, 315 suite condominium residence, lofts, and mixed-use project.
The colonel in chief of the RCMI is Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy. The RCMI is supported by fees, donations, and the volunteer services of private members.
- ^ Royal Canadian Military Institute by No. 1472 S. Tupper Bigelow Royal Military College of Canada - Review Yearbook (Kingston, Ontario Canada) - Class of 1956 p 228
- ^ Grant of Arms and Supporters November 14, 1990 Vol. II, p. 50
- ^ William Craven Vaux Chadwick