In this episode of Purpose & Protection, host Barry Pitcher, CEO of Commissionaires Nova Scotia, speaks with Corinne MacLellan, a communications strategist and Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the Halifax Rifles, about the essential role of civilian leadership in Canada’s defence and security landscape.Corinne shares her journey of service, including her work in public affairs, Indigenous relations, and military engagement. From founding Halifax International Fleet Week to supporting Canadian Armed Forces reservists through the Canadian Forces Liaison Council, her contributions highlight how civilians can meaningfully support national defence.Together, they explore the power of storytelling, the importance of community partnerships, and the impact of honorary military roles in strengthening the connection between Canadians and the Armed Forces.Whether you're in uniform or a civilian, this conversation is a powerful reminder that service to country takes many forms.Topics Covered: Civilian service and support in defenceHonourary roles in the Canadian Armed ForcesMilitary history and heritage in Nova ScotiaIndigenous and community engagementReservist support and the With Glowing Hearts programWomen in public service and defence leadershipStrategic communications in national securityLinks & Resources:Commissionaires Nova Scotia: https://commissionaires.ca/podcast About Corinne MacLellan: https://www.canexusgroup.com/corinnemaclellan The Halifax Riffles: https://www.canada.ca/en/army/corporate/5-canadian-division/the-halifax-rifles.htmlCanadian Forces Liaison Council: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/canada-reserve-force/about-canadian-forces-liaison-council.html Service and Sacrifice: Extraordinary Nova Scotians in the Great War by Ken Hynes: https://halifax.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S135C2132625 Lieutenant Colonel Roderick Campbell McLeod: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance/memorials/canadian-virtual-war-memorial/detail/360302 Army Museum, Halifax Citadel: https://armymuseumhalifax.ca/ RA Park and South Barracks: https://hmhps.ca/sites/RA-park-and-south-barracks-area Honourary Appointments: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/showcasing/honorary-appointments.html CADPAD: https://www.canada.ca/en/army/news-publications/2024/02/cadpat-mt-uniforms.html Mes Kit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/dress-manual/chapter-5/annex-b.html With Glowing Hearts Program: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/canada-reserve-force/supporting-reservists/with-glowing-hearts.html Sam Glode: https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/samuel-glode  Alex Decoteau: https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/alex-decoteau  Operation Bluenose: https://ns.legion.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ABMO_50_-_2020_-_Operation_Bluenose-4c1.pdfSubscribe to Purpose & Protection for more conversations on service, security, and leadership.Presented by Commissionaires Nova ScotiaProduced by PodstarterBecome a commissionaire: commissionaires.ca

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