James is a family man and a father of three, a home-gym enthusiast, and an outdoorsman who loves to fish, camp, and make roaring bonfires! If he's not wandering around in the woods, you may find him cruising the open road on his motorcycle.
He joined the Reserves in high school with the West Nova Scotia Regiment. Component transferred to the Regular Force in 2002 to the Royal Canadian Regiment and was posted to the 3rd Battalion. He served in two tours in Afghanistan.
James retired from the Military in 2017 at the rank of Master Corporal due to injuries suffered in Afghanistan. Training includes: Paratrooper, Advanced Recce, Advanced Small Arms. Arctic Operations Course.
Currently lives in the Ottawa Valley Region and Owns a Company that specializes in Custom Builds and Commercial Projects.