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7 Prince William, The Duke of Cambridge and Lieutenant Commander Andre Savard, (right) of Acton, inspect the Guard Of Honour during the official welcome ceremony on the grounds of Rideau Hall June 30. By Cory Soal R.H.A.D. . . . Lend Me Your Ears Tooth Chatter Independent & Free Press, Tuesday, July 19, 2011 Photo by Corporal Dianne Neuman CFSU(O) Photo Services Local officer `proud' to escort future king While most of us watched the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's visit on television, some lucky individuals in Ottawa were able to experience it first-hand. That was the case for Acton native Lieutenant-Commander André Savard. Savard, a Naval Logistics Officer with the Chief of the Maritime Staff who is responsible for financial management and budget operations in support of the navy's program, was chosen to be the Commander for the Canadian Forces' Honour Guard during their Royal Highnesses' visit to Ottawa. "It was a great honour and privilege to participate and lead the Guard of Honour during the official welcoming ceremony for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at Rideau Hall in Ottawa", said Savard. "I was proud and excited to represent both the navy and the Canadian Forces during the official inspection where I introduced Prince William to the Canadian Forces' Honour Guard; the experience and brilliant memories will remain a highlight in my career as a naval officer." The Acton High School graduate was selected among nominations by the Chief of the Maritime Staff, Vice-Admiral Dean McFadden, for the position. Savard joined the Canadian Forces in 1999 as a Naval Logistics Officer. During his career, Savard has been posted to Halifax and Ottawa and has completed two at-sea tours. Savard and wife, Lori Savard are the proud parents of baby Gabriel, who was born in May. A diminished social life is one of the most difficult aspects of age related hearing loss. 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