Certainly. A Canadian soldier who participated in the D-Day landings and later in the crossing of the Rhine would have had a wartime experience that covered several key operations and locations in Northwest Europe. Here's a general route that such a soldier might have taken:

1. Training in Britain: Prior to D-Day, Canadian forces were part of the extensive Allied military buildup in the United Kingdom. This soldier would have undergone rigorous training and preparation for the invasion of Normandy.

2. D-Day Land (June 6, 1944): On D-Day, Canadian were assigned to Juno Beach, which was one of the five landing areas along the Normandy coast. The soldier would have been part of the initial assault or subsequent waves landing on that day or shortly after, engaging in the battle to secure the bridgeheads and push inland.

3. Battle of Normandy: After establishing a foothold in Normandy, Canadian forces participated in a broader campaign to push German forces out of France. This included operations in the Normandy countryside, such as the Battle for Caen and the Falaise Pocket, which through the summer of 1944.

4. Advance through: Following the breakout from Normandy, Allied forces advanced rapidly across France. The Canadian soldier may have been involved in the liberation of French towns and cities as part of this Allied push.

5. Northwest Europe Campaign: As 1944 ended, Canadian forces participated in the Battle of the Scheldt in Belgium and the Netherlands to open up the port of Antwerp for Allied use. After securing theeldt estuary, they spent the winter in the Netherlands, facing harsh conditions and fierce German resistance.

6. The Rhineland Campaign ( to March 1945): The Canadian soldier would have been part of Allied thrust into the Rhineland, an area of Germany west of the Rhine River. The goal to clear German forces from the area and secure a crossing over the Rhine.

7. Crossing the Rhine (March 1945): The Allied conducted a large-scale operation to cross the Rhine, known Operation Plunder, which included a supporting airborne operation (Operation Varsity). The Canadian forces a pivotal role during these crossings.

8. Final Push into Germany: After successfully crossing the Rhine, the Canadian soldier would have been part of the Allied forces pushing further into Germany, leading to the eventual German surrender and the end of World War II in Europe in May 1945.

Keep in mind that the route a soldier took would depend on their specific regiment and the operations they were involved in. The Canadian military was divided into several divisions and numerous regiments, with each having its own unique trajectory through the war, but the above is a typical pathway for those involved in both D-Day and the crossing of the Rhine

Certainly! Here are a few examples of Canadian military units that may have been involved in both the D-Day landings and the crossing of the Rhine:

1. The Royal Winnipeg Rifles: This unit, also known as "The Winnipeg Grenadiers," was part of the Canadian Forces during World War II and saw action in the D-Day landings and subsequent battles in Normandy. They later played a key role in the crossing of the Rhine in March 1945, as part of the 3rd Canadian Infantry Division.
2. The Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry: This unit, also known as "The Pats," was also part of the Canadian Forces during World War II and saw action in various campaigns in Northwest Europe, including the D-Day landings and the subsequent Battle of Normandy. They later played a key role in the crossing of the Rhine in March 1945, as part of the 1st Canadian Infantry Division.
3. The Canadianografical Laboratory: This unit was a specialized unit that conducted reconnaissance and special operations during World War II. They may have been involved in both the D-Day landings and the crossing of the Rhine, as part of their broader role in supporting Allied operations in Northwest Europe.
4. The Royal Canadian Engineers: This unit, also known as "The Engineers," was involved in a variety of operations during World War II, including construction, demolition, and bridging. They may have been involved in the build-up of bridges and other infrastructure in the Normandy area after the D-Day landings, and later provided engineeering support during the crossing of the Rhine.

These are just a few examples of the many Canadian military units that may have been involved in both the D-Day landings and the crossing of the Rhine. The specific unit and individual experiences would depend on factors such as the soldier's regiment, rank, and role in the unit.