Lieutenant (Navy) Thomas Morin-Cabana, born on October 16, 1997, in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, Quebec, has built a career at the intersection of military service, civic leadership, and community engagement. After studying Police Techniques at Campus Notre-Dame-de-Foy, he renewed his involvement with Cadet Canada and soon became active in a wide range of public organizations. With The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, he served as Vice President for Quebec, President of the Association of Award Holders, Head of Fundraising, and now acts as Chair of the Quebec Board of Directors and a member of the National Board. He also distinguished himself within St. John Ambulance, where he founded the largest youth department in Quebec. Today, he continues to serve as Provincial Protocol Manager – Quebec, National Coordinator of the Strategic Communications Team, and Coordinator of the “St. John Remembers” program for the Priory of Canada.
On January 16, 2018, at only 20 years old, Morin-Cabana joined the Royal Canadian Navy as an officer aboard HMCS Montcalm. His career then brought him to Ottawa at Canadian Joint Operations Command Headquarters (CJOC HQ), where he specialized as an lead analyst for the Middle East, Asia and Europe. In 2025, he deployed on Operation ARTEMIS / ARMADA as an Intelligence Officer supporting the Combined Maritime Forces under the United States 5th Fleet.
Beyond his military responsibilities, Morin-Cabana devotes his energy to advancing civic and humanitarian causes. He founded The Crown Society of Canada, dedicated to preserving the Crown’s heritage, and serves as President of the United Nations Association in Canada, where he is involved in international humanitarian initiatives. He also sits on the National Board of the Royal Canadian Air Force Association. In 2023, he launched the #InfinitePotential project, raising funds for youth by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m), which he summited on July 10, 2023. His message to young people is: “In our dreams, no summit is too high.” This initiative raises awareness to 200,000 people.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Military and Strategic Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada and is pursuing a Master of Business Administration at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh alongside a Master of Arts in War Studies at RMC. He is also training toward a pilot’s license.
His decorations include the Medal of the Order of St. John (MStJ), the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers, the Special Service Medal – Expedition, the King Charles III Coronation Medal, the Vice-Regal Commendation, and the Chancellor’s Commendation of the Priory of Canada.
