Unitas et Fidelitas
The Royal Kingston United Services Institute (RKUSI) is an independent organization located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. It is one of approximately twenty-seven United Services Institutes in Canada patterned on the Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies located at Whitehall in London. The object of RKUSI is the study of military science and fostering understanding of Canadian defence policy.
RKUSI was founded in 1925. Members are former or actively serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP, CSIS, veterans of allied forces, and interested civilians who support the objectives of the Institute.
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Whether you’re a Veteran, an active service member, a student, or simply an engaged citizen, RKUSI offers a place to connect, learn, and contribute. Add your voice to a community committed to informed dialogue on national security and global affairs.
Attendees from Guest Speaker evening with Vice Chief of Defence, Â Lieutenant-General Steve Kelsey.
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Monthly Guest Speaker – 15 January 2026
LIEUTENANT-GENERAL (RETIRED) BLAISE F. FRAWLEY, RCAF LGen (Retd) Blaise Frawley served as Deputy Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command, Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado until in retirement in 2025. He joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1985, and upon completion of pilot training was posted to 425 Squadron at 3 Wing Bagotville, […]