22-Wing Welcomes New Commander

22-Wing welcomes new commander

Col. Joe Oldford hands command of North Bay’s 22-Wing Canadian Forces Base to Col. Shawn Gilbeault, who vows modernization and operational excellence.

22 Wing North Bay welcomes new Commander

‘I feel deeply honoured to assume command of 22 Wing and the Canadian Air Defence Sector. Colonel Olford has done incredible work, and under his leadership, he’s left a lasting and meaningful impact on this Wing,’ says new commander Colonel Guilbault

New commander for 22 Wing

By Richard Coffin Colonel Shawn Guilbault took over command in a ceremony Friday from Colonel Joe Oldford.Officials says Colonel Guilbault returns with extensive leadership experience, having previously served as both the 51 Squadron Commander and Commander of the Canadian Detachment at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.  They add he brings a strong commitment to upholding and advancing the Wing’s tradition of excellence.Photo by Master Corporal J…