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Welcome to the RCEME Museum. Come discover the story of the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RCEME)—the service members who provide the technical skills necessary to maintain land equipment for Canadian Armed Forces operations worldwide.

The RCEME museum highlights the services these soldiers have provided from the First World War through the Cold War, UN Operations and Afghanistan. Throughout the museum, you’ll find an exciting array of objects and memorabilia including photographs, models, medals, uniforms, kit and equipment, and other items that illustrate the lives and experiences of RCEME craftsmen who have served around the world.

The RCEME Museum is listed in the World Military Museums directory.

Meet Digger: RCEME’s Mascot

Digger was the mascot of the Maintenance Platoon of the Canadian contingent of the Logistics Battalion (LOGBATT) in the Golan Heights. He was with Maintenance Platoon so long that he completed 26 ‘tours’ of peacekeeping duty, and was even promoted to the rank of Warrant Officer (WO). As the last contingent returned to Canada, Digger came with them.

Digger has been a fixture of the Corps of RCEME, and since his home is the RCEME Museum, he has become the official mascot of the RCEME Museum. You’ll notice him on our website logo.

Should you wish to support the RCEME Museum by purchasing a Digger shirt, they are available through the Mercury Shop (the museum’s gift shop) or using the link below.

Or better yet, come see Digger yourself!

RCEME - Digger Shirt (Adult and Youth) – The Mercury Shop

RCEME in the Battle of Normandy

The Normandy story is the latest in a series highlighting the experiences and achievements of the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RCEME). In the summer of 1944, the newly formed Corps was put to its first test. As Canadian armour and infantry advanced through the hedgerows of Normandy, RCEME tradesmen worked under fire—converting tracked vehicles into armoured personnel carriers, recovering tanks stuck or broken on the battlefield, and repairing equipment at the front. Their skill and determination proved that RCEME was not just a support service, but a vital force on the battlefield.

Read the full story

RCEME Leaders and Trailblazers website

The RCEME Museum is proud to announce the launch of the Leaders and Trailblazers website, a digital tribute to a few exceptional individuals who have shaped the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Through biographical stories, photos, and historical insights, the site celebrates the achievements and leadership of RCEME members whose dedication and innovation have left a lasting legacy.

Visit https://leaders.rcememuseum.ca/en-ca/ to explore their stories.

RCEME Honours and Awards

The RCEME Honours and Awards website celebrates the achievements of Corps members who have distinguished themselves through service, leadership, and innovation. It provides a searchable archive of official honours, commendations, and awards that recognize exceptional contributions to the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.

Visit the site to explore the stories of those whose dedication and professionalism continue to inspire the RCEME community.

Visit the Honours and Awards website

RCEME Book of Remembrance

The Book of Remembrance honours the men and women of the Corps of Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RCEME) who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of their country. This digital portal offers a searchable database that allows families, friends, and visitors to find detailed entries including name, date of death, age at passing, cemetery location, and other biographical notes, with many records also featuring a photograph of the grave site. Explore the database by name, year, or conflict era and pay tribute to those whose dedication and service shaped the legacy of RCEME.

Search the Book of Remembrance