Meet Our Staff!
Lieutenant (Navy) Casara Ogilvie Commanding Officer
Lt(N) Ogilvie has served with the Canadian Armed Forces Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) since 2012. Her involvement with the Canadian Cadet Organization began as a Sea Cadet, and she transitioned into an adult leadership role upon entering university.
Over the years, Lt(N) Ogilvie has contributed to both Sea and Army Cadet Corps, holding key positions in Training and Administration. She has also been an active contributor to the Music and Expedition programs, supporting a well-rounded experience for cadets.
In 2020, she played a pivotal role alongside Capt Zane Williams in establishing 1910 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps (RCACC). In 2023, Lt(N) Ogilvie assumed command of the corps and currently serves as its Commanding Officer.
Captain Sadiq Valliani Deputy Commanding Officer
Captain Sadiq Valliani serves as the Deputy Commanding Officer and Training Officer, where he oversees the planning and delivery of the corps’ training program. He is dedicated to mentoring corps staff and senior cadets.
His cadet journey began as an Air Cadet with 604 Moose Squadron in Calgary, where Captain Valliani was named the Top Air Cadet in Canada and had the honour of laying a wreath on behalf of the Parliament of Canada at the national Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa. He enrolled in the Canadian Navy 2011 as a Naval Cadet, serving at 22 Undaunted RCSCC in Calgary and Quadra Cadet Training Centre in Comox, BC. In 2018, he rebadged into the Canadian Army and, two years later, co-founded 1910 RCACC.
Outside of cadets, he serves as the Chief Financial Officer of Alberta Classical Academy, a nonprofit charter school, and is an avid aviation enthusiast.
Civilian Instructor (CI) Ken Baron
Mr Baron previously served in a training officer role at 3016 Calgary Highlanders (Airdrie) in the Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC), as well as a reservist at 746 Comm. Squadron Tecumseh, in Calgary. He rejoined the cadet program at 1292 Lord Strathcona in 2019 before the corps divided into a secondary corps, now known as 1910 RCACC. After stepping away for a few years, Mr Baron is excited to rejoin the Canadian Forces as a CIC Officer.
Mr Baron works as part of the training team and is the Marksmanship Team Coach. He is encouraged and motivated to be a part of the program. He is eager to assist and encourage today’s youth to get out of their comfort zone, challenge themselves, push boundaries and become young leaders in the program.
Civilian Instructor (CI) Andrei Curioso
Mr Curioso first started as an army cadet at 14 at 1292 (LdSH) RCACC. In 2020, he left to pioneer with 1910 RCACC as one of the Corps’ first cadets, eventually becoming the Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM).
After aging out, he returned to 1910 as a Civilian Instructor, contributing further to the establishment of the new Corps. He recently stepped into the role as the new Administration Officer, now managing its communications and documentation. He also fulfills the role of Coach for 1910’s award-winning Drill Team.
Awaiting confirmation for his application with the Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC), Mr Curioso remains dedicated to fostering the growth of the next generation, seeking to continue the spirit of leadership and service he gained from being a Cadet.
Civilian Instructor (CI) Adam Hurley
A Canadian forces veteran of a decade service with the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) Regiment, Mr Hurley served on many domestic operations, as well as travelled multiple locations around the world within the military. Mr Hurley was a leopard 2a4m driver and gunner and holds armoured vehicles qualifications on Coyote and Lav III with ldsh(RC) before retirement in late 2017. Once released he pursued EMS training, becoming a paramedic, and has resided in Calgary since.
In Mr Hurley’s earlier days, he was part of 52 Air Cadet Squadron. Cadets was a big part in his life growing up, and he was always part of uniformed groups such as cubs, scouts and cadets. Cadets taught him valuable skills and life preparation, before joining the regular forces. In 2022, Hurley wanted to give back to the Cadet Program that helped him so much, and joined 1910 RCACC in hopes of one day becoming a Cadet Instructor Cadre (CIC) Officer.
Civilian Volunteer (CV) Cole Barreth
Mr. Barreth serves as the Supply Officer for 1910 RCACC, where he is responsible for managing the inventory, procurement, and distribution of uniforms and equipment for the corps.
Mr. Barreth began his cadet career with 1292 Lord Strathcona’s Horse RCACC before transferring to 1910 RCACC during its initial formation. He went on to become the corps’ fourth Regimental Sergeant Major—and the second to serve in the role in person.
After aging out of the cadet program, Mr. Barreth returned to 1910 RCACC as an adult volunteer. In this role, he oversees all cadet-related gear, including issuing uniforms to new cadets and coordinating equipment for Field Training Exercises. His ongoing contributions are essential to ensuring cadets are properly equipped for corps activities.
Master Corporal Brock Belanger-Smith
MCpl Belanger-Smith is one of the Regimental Liaison NCO for 1910 RCACC. He has been involved with the cadet program since 2012, when he enrolled as a cadet with 52 RCACS.
In 2016, he enrolled in the King’s Own Calgary Regiment (RCAC). During his time with the KOCR, he has been posted around the country and has taken a multitude of courses including Psychological Operations and several Armoured specific courses. He was deployed twice domestically during the COVID-19 pandemic, assisting the Red Cross Volunteers in border screening and Force Protection, and is currently deployed internationally as a member of the Lord Strathcona’s Horse Regiment.
