Mission
The Organization of Military Museums of Canada supports, promotes, and advances Canada’s Military Museums through advocacy, education, collaboration, and engagement.Vision
To be a leading network of Museums and Institutions, supporting and inspiring a deeper understanding and appreciation of Canada’s Military History and Heritage.Our story
The Organization of Military Museums of Canada (OMMC) was founded in 1967, with the encouragement of the Canadian War Museum, to serve as a national forum and support network for military museums across the country. Its creation provided a “meeting and learning place” for museum staff working within the Canadian Armed Forces, helping to coordinate training, share resources, and foster collaboration. Initially supported by the Department of National Defence, the OMMC organized annual training sessions at military bases across Canada, strengthening the capacity of military museums from coast to coast.
By the late 1980s, growing concerns over the condition and care of military museum collections prompted the formation of the federal Task Force on Military Museum Collections in 1990. The Task Force, which included input from multiple government departments, recommended formalizing the OMMC’s structure to better fulfill its mission. As a result, the OMMC was officially incorporated in 1992 as a federally registered, charitable, non-profit organization. This step enhanced its ability to secure funding and support the preservation and promotion of Canada’s military history through its network of over 100 institutional and individual members.
Governing Documents Board of Directors
Modernized Identity
Preserved the key elements in the Coat of Arms that represent the organization’s rich heritage while giving it a fresh, cohesive look.Canadian Red is adopted as the primary colour, creating a unified representation across the branches of the military - Air Force, Navy, and Army. This colour choice strengthens the logo’s connection to Canadian identity and pride.
The Crenellations
Represents the army, fortifications, and the preservation of military history.
Represents the army, fortifications, and the preservation of military history.
The Jets
Integrated into the design, enriching the logo’s representation of the RCAF.
Integrated into the design, enriching the logo’s representation of the RCAF.
The Maple Leaf
Emphasizes the organization’s nationwide reach.
Emphasizes the organization’s nationwide reach.
The Key
Underscores the pivotal role of military museums in safeguarding Canadian military artifacts.
Underscores the pivotal role of military museums in safeguarding Canadian military artifacts.
The Waves
Symbolizes naval heritage and their role in maritime security.
Symbolizes naval heritage and their role in maritime security.
The Motto
Centered and more visible. This Latin phrase means “Make accessible in preserving”.
Centered and more visible. This Latin phrase means “Make accessible in preserving”.
Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for The Organization of Military Museums of Canada is rich in symbolism, designed to convey the organization’s mission and heritage.Learn More