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Retired Canadian military chief finds peace on Vancouver Island

Former four-star general Raymond Henault moves from top gun to tranquil skies
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Raymond Henault retired in 2008, from chair of the NATO military committee. Henault had moved from an entry-level pilot to the highest position possible for a Canadian official. Photo by Ali Roddam

Raymond Henault served as top dog in Canada’s military.

Now, he’s retiring in Courtenay.

From chief of the defence staff, to president of Courtenay Airpark, life is good for the retired four-star general.

“I’ll be 75 in a couple of months, so I’m quite happy with a slower pace of life,” said Henault. “I have time to play golf. To fly my airplane.

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Connor McDowell

About the Author: Connor McDowell

Started at the Record in May 2023. He studied journalism at the University of King’s College in Halifax
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