Algonquin Regiment (Northern Pioneers)
Canadian Army Primary Reserve infantry regiment
The Algonquin Regiment (Northern Pioneers) is a primary reserve infantry regiment of the Canadian Army comprising two companies. "A" Company is in North Bay, Ontario, and "B" Company is in Timmins, Ontario. The regiment falls under the command of the 4th Canadian Division's 33 Canadian Brigade Group.
Lineage
The Algonquin Regiment
Originated 1 July 1900 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as the 97th Regiment of Rifles. Sub-units were in Thessalon, Sudbury and Sturgeon Falls.
Redesignated 1 June 1903 as the 97th Regiment (Algonquin Rifles).
Redesignated 1 May 1920 as The Algonquin Rifles.
Redesignated 15 February 1929 as The Algonquin Regiment.
15 December 1936, "B", "C" and "D" Companies amalgamated with The Northern Pioneers, retaining the same regimental designation.
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