Implementation Matrix - Withers Report

1

Implement the Balanced Excellence Model (BEM).

AFC (For Policy)

1. Present options to AFC.

1. ADM (HR-Mil)

1. Oct 98

1. This will be the first review of results of co-ord efforts and aim is a policy decision.

ON-GOING

New proposal briefed to AFC 3 Nov. Further study thrust authorized.

To be briefed to BOG Feb 99, with final decision from AFC Mar 99 .

2

Strengthen the Military Pillar Staff Resources.

Detailed in sub-recommendations

2a

Review staffing priorities for RMC.

1. Manning priority from 5 to 1.

2. Stringent selection criteria.

3. Cmdt to have veto.

AFC/VCDS


Comd CFRETS


ADM (HR-Mil)

1. AFC decision


2. Cmdt RMC to develop


3. Approved, no further action required.

1. ADM (HR-Mil)

2. Cmdt RMC

1. Oct 98




2. Jan 99

1. Staffed to ADM(HR-Mil) Dec 98. Strong commitment from ECS. Expect most filled this APS.


2. BOG concurrence.

ON-GOING


COM-PLETED

2b

Develop clear Terms of Reference for RMC Squadron Commanders.

BOG

Cmdt RMC to develop. Include recommendations for training of Sqn Comds, which would be the final selection criteria.

1. Cmdt RMC

2. Comd CFRETS

1. 31 Aug 98

2. Jan 99

1. To Comd CFRETS


2. To BOG Mar 99

1. COM-PLETED

2. OUT-GOING

3

Fully integrate RMC into the Regular Command Structure of the CF.

AFC

AFC to schedule bi-annual meetings with BOG.

ADM (HR-Mil)

Oct 98

Meetings should alternate between Ottawa and RMC.

COM-PLETED

3a

Communicate CF requirements on a regular basis to RMC.

1. Clear statement of the strategic content/roles and missions of the CF.

2. Recommend specific programs and mil trg objs to RMC.

3. RMC concerns to be communicated regularly to Snr Leadership.

AFC

1. No further action required.

2. As an initial step, formalisation of qualification standards for the subjects that are contained within the DP1/DP 2 Level of the OGS is required.

3. No further action required.

ADM (HR-Mil)

Comd CFRETS

Mar 99

1. Presently contained in WP/DPG

2. This will need to be done in conjunction with the work underway on recommendations # 1 and # 13.

3. Current BOG and Chain of Command will satisfy this requirement

1. COM-PLETED

2. ON-GOING

3. COM-PLETED

3b

Establish coherent, regular, focused visit program from MND, CDS/DM on down. To include ECSs and other Senior Officers as an integral part of the academic/military pillars.

AFC

AFC to provide direction to initiate visit program

ADM (HR-Mil)

Oct 98

Once direction issued, Cmdt RMC to effect direct liaison as necessary and co-ordinate visit plan
Following have already confirmed :
CDS - 4 Nov
ADM (HR-Mil) - 12 and 22 Nov
CLS (Army) - 21 Jan
CNS (Navy) - 7 Jan
CAS (Air Force) - 24 Feb
Deputy Minister - TBD
Col Chris Hadfield (astronaut + Ex Cdt) - 11/12 Mar
13 Mar 99 - Environmental Weekend

COM-PLETED

4

Ensure inter-service boundaries and parochial concerns do not erode the ability to develop officers whose military ethos reflects responsibility as CF Officers.

Cmdt RMC

No further action required.

This was raised by SG as a concern at a proposal to organize sqns along environmental lines. This will not happen.

COM-PLETED

5

Increase % of Entry Level Officers from RMC 25 to 35-40%

AFC/PMB

Specifics of implementation will evolve as part of the further study of recommendation #1.

ADM (HR-Mil) DRET

Mar 99

Policy decision based on options presented for recommendation #1.

ON-GOING

6

Apply Total Force Structure by:

1. Increasing RETP slots

2. Revise RETP conditions of Service

3. Employ qualified reservists on staff

AFC (HR-Mil)

ADM (HR-Mil)


BOG

1. Phase 2 of the study of MND recommendation # 10 will examine this issue in detail.

2. Phase 2 of the study of MND recommendation # 10 will examine this issue in detail.

3. Implement

ADM (HR-Mil) DRET



ADM (HR-Mil) DRET


Cmdt RMC

?




As required

1. This study yet to begin



2. Study ongoing


3. Cmdt RMC can execute as required

1. ON-GOING


2. ON-GOING


3. COM-PLETED

7

Develop the concept of a CF University Structure

Detailed in sub-recommendations

7a

Use the embryonic structure in place in CFRETS to create a CF University

AFC (For Policy)
PMB (For Resources)

Comd CFRETS to continue to develop concept. Development of the concept will be a function of linking all elements of the officer education and professional development system, from the undergraduate level through Staff College/DP 4/Post-graduate.

ADM (HR-Mil)
Comd CFRETS

1 Apr 99


2. Jun 99

3. Sep 99

1. Initial review of the concept with outline model.

2. 2. Comd CFRETS to develop paper. With the overhaul of OGS, work progresses as we speak.

3. Implement

ON-GOING

7b

Seek to create an Educational Specialist Classification to fill the needs for officers in the academic pillar at RMC, leadership institute and DP3 and DP4 officer education

The BOG does not support the recommendation. ADM (HR-Mil) concurs with BOG. No further action required.

Pedagogical expertise can and must be developed within the officer corps in general.

COM-PLETED

8

Attract Most Suitable High Quality Candidates

Detailed in sub-recommendations

8a

Adopt theme "Apply Here to embark on a career as a real leader" rather than free education

Advertising plan will need to be developed and appropriate material/publications produced/amended.

Comd CFRETS

Fall 99

To be completed for 00 Campaign. This transformation already underway. Briefed to BOG Nov 98.

ON-GOING

8b

Encourage CF to increase specialisation of resources for officer recruiting

Comd CFRETS

Comd Recruiting Services/Cmdt RMC to develop plan.

Comd RS/Cmdt RMC

Mar 99

No specialist MOC, but generalist skills: Officers must recruit Officers. Briefed to BOG Nov 98.

ON-GOING

8c

Separate the Officer recruiting process from that for all other CF intakes

ADM (HR-Mil)
PMB (For Resources)

Comd CFRETS to develop plan

Comd CFRETS

Mar 99

Brief of concept to ADM (HR-Mil) with resource implications. Paper to be produced. Briefed to BOG Nov 98.

ON-GOING

8d

Establish a system of visits to community and high school by selected officers, faculty and cadets

Comd CFRETS

Comd CFRETS to issue direction.

Comd RS/Cmdt RMC

Oct 99

Next brief to BOG - Jun 99

ON-GOING

8e

Establish a voluntary recruiting and mentoring system

BOG

Develop concept and implement.

BOG/Cmdt RMC

Oct 99

Use officers and ex-cadets of the RMC Club and CFRS. Brief BOG Jun 99

ON-GOING

8f

Decentralise recruiting advertising for RMC to CFRETS and RMC including BOG

Recruiting advertising has been devolved to CFRETS. No further action required.

COM-PLETED

8g

Establish a BOG committee on the recruiting and selection process

BOG

Implement as deemed appropriate.

Comd CFRETS

Mar 99

BOG decision Mar 99 as to need.

ON-GOING

8h

Create Dean of Admissions

Cmdt RMC

Implement as deemed appropriate.

Cmdt RMC

Apr 99

The Registrar currently performs Dean of Admissions function. This role will be re-evaluated by the new Registrar by 15 Apr 99 to ensure all admissions functions being executed.

ON-GOING

8I

Establish RMC Selection Board for final screening of potential candidates

Cmdt RMC

Implement as deemed appropriate.

Cmdt RMC

Current procedures revised and approved Nov 98

COM-PLETED

8j

Ensure that officer cadets are matched with MOCs in a fashion which better meets the needs of the CF and the individual

ADM (HR-Mil)

Delay MOC selection point as far as practicable.

DRET

30 Sep 98

Awaiting results of Recommendation #1

ON-GOING

8k

Assign responsibility and authority for MOC management of RMC cadets to the Cmdt

ADM (HR-Mil)

Detailed implementation plan to see not only MOC management, but all career management functions for SUEP less UTPO is to be prepared by CFRETS/DGMC staffs. Intent is to give Cmdt RMC the authority to manage MOC selection process in consultation with ECSs to meet assigned MOC targets for each graduating class.

Comd CFRETS
DGMC
Cmdt RMC

Transfer of function to be effected - 01 Apr 99

Career management for all SUEP (less UTPO)is being transferred to CFRETS.

ON-GOING

9

Maintain High Standards in Academic Staff

1. Reassurement that the institution is not threatened


2. Achieve/maintain competitive salary levels

AFC



TB/DMC

Negotiations authorised as necessary.

ADM (HR-Mil)


BOG

Oct 98



TBD

MND, CDS and other Senior Leaders have confirmed the importance of RMC.

BOG has struck a committee. Comd CFRETS has forwarded to ADM(HR-Mil) as QOL. BOG fully aware and will continue to monitor. Chair has forwarded letter of concern to MND.

1. COM-PLETED


2. ON-GOING

10

Appoint Principle of RMC for a Fixed Term of five years, perhaps renewable once, at discretion of BOG

AFC







BOG

Accepted in principle.





Selection process to be defined

ADM (HR-Mil)






BOG

TBD







Apr 99

Length of second term is to be determined at time of renewal, not for a fixed term. New policy to come into effect on retirement of incumbent.

Implement on retirement of incumbent. Selection Committee at work now.

ON-GOING

11

Establish a process of academic review

Detailed in sub-recommendations

11a

Mandate a continuous program of academic review on a recurring cycle not to exceed 7 years

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

May 99

This review will need to consider the development of the "Core Curriculum".
An academic review program has been instituted.

• The Electrical, Computer and Software Engineering (M Engr. & PhD), Physics (M Sc.) and War Studies (MA and PhD) are being appraised in 1998-99.

• A review of the History department was completed in 1998.

• A program of departmental review of Arts and Science departments will be made to the BOG - 3 March.

• The review of graduate studies degree programs will follow the COU appraisal cycle.

• Review of Engr programs by Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board - 1999.

• RMC has this well in hand, and BOG briefed Nov 98. This will be handled as regular briefings to BOG as required

COM-PLETED

11b

Review engineer program for time savings. Available time to be allocated to "Core Curriculum"

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Mar 99

Implementation AY 99/00

Study of Engr programs being conducted by two outside professors with experience in engineering accreditation. Initial work completed, and wil be subsumed by the Core Curriculum Working Group.

ON-GOING

12

Employ PG Students more effectively in the undergraduate program. (Team Teaching, Teaching Assistants, Seminar Leaders)

BOG

1. Cmdt RMC to develop the program including defining the level of involvement of PG students and preparation of joining instructions.

2. Issue policy statement based on proposed plan from Cmdt.

1. Cmdt RMC




2. DGMC

Now





Jun 99

1. Implementation occurring now; however, a committee was formed to study full implementation.
Timelines:
Committee Formation - Nov 1998
Deliberations 15 Nov - 31 January
Faculty Board - Feb
Faculty Council - Feb
Briefing BOG - March 99
Implementation - AY 99/00

2. Co-ordinate with Cmdt RMC.

ON-GOING

13

Implement military relevant "Core Curriculum". Establish a working group to develop and implement. (see recommendation 11b)

BOG

1. Establish the Core Curriculum Working Group (CCWG) as described at page 61/63 of report.

2. Develop outline "Core Curriculum", which should constitute approximately 30% of a typical degree program.

3. Complete core curriculum.

1. Cmdt RMC











2. CCWG





3. Cmdt RMC

1. Sep 98












2. Mar 99





3. AY 99/00

1. Terms of Reference to ADM (HR-Mil). CCWG formed. Initial brief to BOG in Nov.









2. BOG approval of the outline core curriculum. To be studied for non-RMC candidates.

3. Implementation.

COM-PLETED









ON-GOING

14

Restructure AY 1 curriculum to produce a balanced program among Arts, Science and Core Courses. This AY will consist largely of core courses.

BOG

1. Develop outline AY 1 curriculum.

2. Complete AY 1 curriculum.

Cmdt RMC


Cmdt RMC

Mar 99


AY 99/00

BOG approval of the outline AY 1 curriculum. Close co-ordination with the CCWG will be necessary, and is being achieved.

ON-GOING

15

Specifically include the subject of defining, understanding and developing the appropriate military ethos in the military pillar.

BOG

Develop and incorporate into the military pillar appropriate instruction/discussion.

Cmdt RMC

AY 99/00

The requirement for formalisation of the qualification standard for the subjects that are contained within the DP1 Level of the OGS will need to be addressed once decisions have been reached on recommendation # 1 and other initiatives relating to officer training and education. ECS input essential.

RMC Action

Committee formed from Mil and Academic Wings. Objectives as fols:

Officer goal statement.

Completed

Revision of CADWINS.

Completed

Modification of semester and annual course report.

Review ongoing and should be completed by mid Oct.

MPL course PSE/F 401 Military Profession & Ethics.

Transfer from 4th year to 2nd year. Implementation for AY 99/00.

Conduct of Leadership Symposiums.

Three scheduled for AY 98/99. Leadership training plan being developed by head MPL - Jun 99.

Formal training to civilian staff.

New academic and support staff to be indoctrinated on the college structure and military core value system. Aug 99.

Formal training to military staff.

Ongoing. First revised iteration for Aug 99.

ON-GOING

16

Ensure all military officers serve as role models.

Cmdt RMC

Establish and maintain appropriate standards.

Cmdt RMC

Ongoing

RMC Action:

Cmdt met and personally briefed all concerned, and will continue to do so as normal procedure.

COM-PLETED

17

Prepare comprehensive military training plan.

BOG

Develop training plan.

Cmdt RMC

Jun 99

1. IAW CFRETS direction.

2. Plan approved annually.

RMC Action

Establishment of SSO Ops & Trg position.

Provide more experience to training function. Completed.

Production of Training Plan.

Completed Jul 98. Revised Nov 98 for AY 99/00

Contribution of staff.

Teachers from MPL department are already supporting the Mil Wing training package. PGs have volunteered to support training activities

Military Training Periods.

Study possibility of conducting military training during the week, while shifting some academic periods to weekends. Implement for AY 99/00

Environmental Training Cadres.

Will increase visibility of Services at College and permit preparatory summer training activities to be conducted. Ongoing.

BOG initially brief Feb 99. Final approval Jun 99.

 

ON-GOING

ON-GOING

18

Appoint Cmdt for a five-year period. BOG should consider, in collaboration with MND/CDS, appointing a very recently retired officer for a fixed term.

CDS

Decision brief to CDS.

ADM (HR-Mil)

Oct 98

1. Neither ADM (HR-Mil) nor BOG supports the concept of a retired officer. However, the concept of a five year Comdt is approved in principle. Appointment is not to limit promotion.

COM-PLETED

19

Review Senior Rank structure at RMC.

1. Director of Cadets to be Col.

2. Cmdt remains Gen/Flag Officer.

CDS/VCDS

Decision brief to CDS.

No action required.. ADM(HR-Mil) has approved.

ADM (HR-Mil)

Jun 99

To be filled APS 99. Offset has been identified.

COM-PLETED

20

Seek to establish better staff to student ratio in the military pillar by using postgraduate students and fourth years as mentors and trainers.

Cmdt RMC

Review as necessary the current role of fourth years. The extent to which their role may be increased will be impacted by the results of work on recommendation # 1.

Cmdt RMC

Mar 99

RMC Action

• PG, Mil Profs and Civ Profs asked to volunteer to assist in leadership seminars

• PG Volunteers assigned on a permanent basis to assist Squadrons

• UTPNCM students conduct all fieldcraft training

• 4th year Cadet Officers given more responsibility in training, but under guidance and mentorship of staff

• Senior OCdts acting as mentors for first years for each Pillar

• Cadets acting as trainers under supervision by staff

• An Academic Advisor (faculty, officers, PGs) is assigned to each First Year student

COM-PLETED

21

Increase number of NCOs at RMC, to have MWO/WO in each squadron.

Comd CFRETS

1. ECP approved in 1997 for all but three positions.

2. ECP action to be initiated to meet full requirement as stated.

DGMC


Cmdt RMC

Positions filled APS 99

Dec 99

Establishment Change Proposals submitted/accepted. Each Squadron would have a training NCM once positions filled by career managers.

1. ON-GOING

2. COM-PLETED

22

Increase and intensify leadership training at RMC.

Detailed in sub-recommendations

22a

Establish a "Leadership Institute" at RMC, having broad responsibilities for research, teaching and mentoring in CF.

AFC/PMB

Comd CFRETS to develop plan.

Comd CFRETS

In place Sep 99

Concept noted by CDS and VCDS supports in principle. ADM (HR-Mil) was appointed OPI. Initial guidance issued. Guidance issued. Initial cadre will be established APS 99.

ON-GOING

22b

Establish RMC as the CF "Centre of Excellence" for leadership.

Will be closely linked to recommendation 22a. No further action required at this time.

23

Strengthen oral and written communications in the military pillar.

Cmdt RMC

Develop and incorporate as appropriate.

Cmdt RMC

Dec 98

BOTC II .

As part of BOTC II, all cadets are tested on oral and written communication.

Debating Club.

A debating tournament has been organized for the 1st year cadets.

Class Assignments.

Proposal will be discussed with Acad Wing to have all written and oral assignment submitted in class be corrected for content, grammar, and style

Monitoring of Military Correspondence.

Feebback from military staff will assist Ocdts in their military writing skills. Actions plans in place. Will be normal monitoring.

ONG0ING

24

Use "Core Curriculum" to bridge the military and academic pillars - appropriate military examples for relevant courses given in the academic pillar should be derived from activities in the military pillar.

BOG

Develop and incorporate as appropriate. (Recommendations 13, 14, 15, 17 and 22 are closely related.)

Cmdt RMC

AY 99/00

1. Outline plan briefed to BOG

2. Implement (This will be an ongoing process.)

ON-GOING

25

Make bilingualism more effective in the life of the college.

Detailed in sub-recommendations

25a

Transfer SSLT for all francophone and other Ocdts to RMC. Establish a more rigorous language program (Reduce time from 10 weeks to 8 weeks with no reduction in contact hours).

ADM (HR-Mil)
PMB

1. While the need to significantly enhance SLT is agreed, the specifics of this recommendation are not approved.

2. Cmdt RMC to pursue enhancement of program at RMC as interim measure.

Cmdt RMC

In conjunction with Rec # 1



Sep 98

Resolution of the issue will be greatly impacted by the results of work on recommendation # 1. Cmdt RMC to persue problem of underemployment of RMC Language Training Resources in the summer.

25b

Conduct SSLT for anglophone cadets at Laval U (or other appropriate institutions)

ADM (HR-Mil)

1. While the need to enhance SLT is agreed, the specifics of this recommendation are not approved.

2. Cmdt RMC to pursue enhancement of program at RMC as interim measure.

Cmdt

In conjunction with Rec # 1



Sep 98

Resolution of the issue will be greatly impacted by the results of work on recommendation # 1.. New procedure second language training implemented at RMC AY 98. Fully implemented AY 99/00

ON-GOING

25c

Teach fourth year classes in one language.

ADM (HR-Mil)

Develop implementation plan.

Cmdt RMC

AY 99/00

Outline plan briefed to BOG

Implement. Aim is 50% of courses in each faculty. Initial NDHQ attempt rebuffed.

ON-GOING

25d

Require new faculty to be or to become bilingual in five years.

ADM (HR-Mil)

1. Confirm regulatory authority.

2. Implement for new faculty.

DOL


Cmdt RMC

Sep 99

Implementation will be based on results of DOL action. Incumbant faculty will have grandfather clause status. All new 'tenure track' competitions will advertise for bilingual faculty. Positions will be made 'Bilingual Imperative' which means successful candidates who are not bilingual will be entitled to a year of full-time language training with pay.

ON-GOING

25e

Grant academic credits for exceeding language standards through the use of challenge exams.

BOG

Develop challenge exam package.

Cmdt RMC

AY 99/00

Academic credit is given for cadets who meet the graduation standard and once they meet it they are no longer required to take language training.
A committee will be struck in November 1998 to consider the granting of additional credit to those who exceed the standard when tested. There is no need for a challenge exam as all cadets are tested by the Public Service commission as a requirement for the degree. Ties to CCWG.

26

Communicate physical fitness standards to potential candidates during recruiting process.

Comd CFRETS

Review appropriate documentation and amend as necessary.

Comd RS

Feb 99

Implement for 99 ROTP campaign. To be briefed to BOG.

ON-GOING

27

Establish physical fitness as necessary component of leadership. All cadets must achieve physical fitness standard by the end of second year.

Comd CFRETS

BOG

Physical fitness standard is to be formally established.

Apply standard in accordance with recommendation.

Cmdt RMC


Cmdt RMC

Already approved

Being Implemented

Administrative measures are being applied in a timely fashion for anybody who fails the RMC PPT. Standard must be met by the end of first year. The only exceptions arise when a medical condition prevents a cadet from being tested.

ON-GOING

28

Utilise faculty in support of military activities.

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Begin Sep 98

Practicality of Proposal.

Most of staff in Academic Wing is civilian. Participation cannot be ordered but must be on a voluntary basis.

Affiliation with Sqn.

Each Sqn is affiliated with a department and Sqn Comd have been encouraged to strengthen the bonds between the department and the sqn.

Training in Interview and Counseling Technique.

Negotiations are ongoing with MPL Dept to provide the training Ongoing progress being constantly reinforced.

COM-PLETED

29

Increase military officers in academic wing.

Approved. Implement IAW action plan for MND Recommendation # 13.

Cmdt RMC

APS 2000

Target is 30% overall in the academic faculty.
ECPs completed Dec 99. Positions to be gradually filled.

ON-GOING

30

Utilise military examples in academic teaching.

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Mar 99

Many military examples are already being used in Engineering courses. In the Winter term, the Prinicpal will have each department analyze and report on their current status and future proposals. He will report to the BOG in Mar 99.

ON-GOING

31

Exploit conferences and symposia.

Cmdt RMC

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Mar 99

Program being expanded on a continuing basis. Brief to BOG annually.

COM-PLETED

32

Use physical education pillar to develop leadership and other militarily applicable skills.

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Sep 98

Physical Education Program.

Totally revised to include team sports and combat related training. Complete

Rec and Intramural Programs.

Ocdts organize and conduct this entire program.

Formal Training in Coaching.

A National Coaching Certificate Program (NCCP) will be given to IInd year starting in AY 99/00.

Preparation Training Program.

As part of the regular physical fitness classes, cadets will have to prepare training programs, which will be corrected and evaluated by the instructors. Implementation AY 98/99

Battle PT.

Under study. A demanding obstacle course should be built on the college grounds. Estimated costs on $25K. Implementation AY 99/00;

Enhancing Military Skills.

Dedication of more time and resources to such activities as Shooting, Navigation and Field craft. Approximate cost 10K. Implementation AY 99/00; and

Adventure Training program.

Support to a demanding adventure-training program is under study.

Plans reviewd and now in implementation

 

COM-PLETED

33

Require OCdts to use both french and english in all four pillars.

Cmdt RMC

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Sep 98

Requirement being reinforced.

COM-PLETED

34

Prepare an annual report to BOG on integration of pillars.

BOG

Implement

Cmdt RMC

Sep 99

In the future, this may be subsumed by any more comprehensive annual report that the BOG may require.
Pillar integration program implemented.
Verbal Pillar Integration Report - Nov 98 BOG Mtg. Next brief Sep 99

ON-GOING

ON-GOING