One thing I remember about my Dad is that he was a Guardsman. The Canadian Army Guards were a highly respected and renown in the newly canadian forces in 1969 as the the future in leadership. Then they were disbanded mostly due to their ties to the British Army and being a new regiment in the CF.
After CFB Picton was closed, much of the base housing was sold to the Government of Ontario. Originally run by the Ministry of Health, it was later transferred to the Ministry of Community and Social Services, and was named Prince Edward Heights. The “Heights” as it was known locally, at it’s peak was home to approximately 450 mentally handicapped individuals, and employed just as many staff, until deinstitutionalization became the norm and it was forced to close in September 1999. More Pictures are located here as well. The Pictures are from the Barracks, Kitchen, Hospital and a Mess as well.
While traveling in and out of the buildings I was remarking to my UE buddy and friend about the memories of the barracks and how most bases have the same types and paint schemes. As well for at least three days of great weather and sunshine I got some sleep as we actually were riding the bikes for the first time of the year. Sean got cold and and remarked how only pussies have heated vests, I ensured him that I was a warm pussy. 
. Sean’s vest will be on his new ride when he picks it up as well.
