Guy Maillet
About Guy Maillet
Guy Maillet serves as the Attaché Défense près de l'Ambassade du Canada à Paris since 2013, bringing extensive military experience from his 36 years with the Canadian Armed Forces. He has held various leadership roles and has contributed to military education as a visiting professor at the United States Army War College.
Work at Government of Canada
Guy Maillet has served as Attaché Défense près de l'Ambassade du Canada à Paris since 2013. In this role, he represents Canadian defense interests in France, contributing to diplomatic relations and defense cooperation between the two nations. His tenure in Paris has spanned 11 years, during which he has engaged with various stakeholders to promote Canada's defense policies.
Education and Expertise
Guy Maillet has a strong educational background in military and strategic studies. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce from the Royal Military College of Canada from 1979 to 1983. He later completed a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies at the United States Army War College in 2006. Additionally, he holds a Master's in Arts in War Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada, achieved between 2000 and 2002, and a Certificate from the Canadian Forces College in 1995, focusing on national and international environments.
Background
Guy Maillet has extensive experience in the Canadian Armed Forces, having served for 36 years from 1979 to 2015. He held various leadership roles, including Commanding Officer of the 12e Régiment blindé du Canada from 2001 to 2003. After retiring from active service, he continued to contribute to military education as a visiting professor at the United States Army War College from 2006 to 2008.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Guy Maillet has played a strategic role in the Canadian Armed Forces, particularly in planning and policy development. He served on the strategic planning staffs and was the final authority for grievances within the Canadian Forces, overseeing complex personnel issues. His leadership in high-pressure environments has been a significant aspect of his military career.