MWO Mark McVety joined the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in 1970 as an Infantry Reservist with the 48th Highlanders of Canada.  He held various positions from Recruiting NCO to Company Sergeant Major (CSM). In 1996, he transferred to the Lorne Scots to continue his loyal service to Canada.  In 2003, after 7 years with the Lorne Scots, MWO McVety returned to the 48th Highlanders.  He worked at the Brigade Battle School as the Operations Warrant Officer from 2003 and was appointed the Drill Sergeant Major (DSM) of the 48th in 2005.  Mark’s final parade took place on 23 March 2012 at Moss Park Armoury where he handed over the appointment of DSM to MWO Reesor.  On 31 March 2012, after 41+ years of loyal service to the CAF, MWO McVety retired ending his paid service to Canada and the Regiment.

Mark continued to serve, voluntarily taking on responsibilities in the Continuing Sergeants’ Association, the Old Comrades Association and the 48th Highlanders Museum.

Born in Toronto, Ontario 13 Nov 1953; deceased 24 Apr 2023