Leadership Change at the Canadian Army Command and Staff College

In a recent move, the Department of National Defence confirmed that Col. Fraser Auld has been removed from his position as the commandant of the Canadian Army Command and Staff College (CACSC) in Kingston.

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The decision, which took effect on February 23, 2026, was directed by the Commander of the Canadian Army.

The Details

• Reasoning: The military cited a “loss of trust and confidence” in Col. Auld’s ability to lead the institution.
• Interim Leadership: Lt.-Col. Don Dubois has stepped in as the acting commandant to ensure continuity of operations at the college.
• Official Stance: Specifics regarding the incident or behavior that led to the removal remain undisclosed, with the CAF categorizing it as a confidential personnel matter.

Impact on the College

The CACSC is the primary hub for training Canadian Army officers in the complexities of land warfare and high-level staff duties. While leadership changes of this nature are rare at such a prestigious institution, the college’s mission to prepare officers for domestic and international operations continues under the acting command.