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VOLUME 45, ISSUE 20 � MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2011

It was a magnificent sunny dayfor this memorable event uniting

the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN),Canadian Army (CA) and RoyalCanadian Air Force (RCAF). Ap-proximately 120 sailors fromHMCS Montreal, soldiers from LeRégiment de Maisonneuve and airpersonnel from 438 Tactical Heli-copter Squadron, conducted a Free-dom of the City parade and ceremo-ny on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011.

It was the first time that the unitsas holders of the honorific designa-tion, The Three Defenders of Mon-treal, which is a title bestowed tothem by Mayor Jean Doré of Mon-treal in 1994, were present in thecity at the same time. The Freedomof the City parade, which under-lined the link between the threeunits, began at the Cathcart Armou-ry and proceeded to City Hallwhere a ceremony took place. Free-dom of the City is the highest hon-our a city can bestow on a CF unit.The custom is believed to be basedon a military tradition dating backto England’s Civil War of the Rosesin the 15th century when maraud-ing military units from both sides

constantly harassed cities. Before acity would admit a military unit in-side its walls, the Chief Constablewould demand to know the reasonsoldiers wished to enter the city,and then escort their Commander tothe City Council. If the leaders feltthe unit could be trusted, it wasgranted the privilege known asFreedom of the City. This entitledthe unit to enter the city with drumsbeating, banners flying, and bayo-nets fixed.

“It was a great day for the CF tohave the RCN leading the paradefollowed by the Canadian Armyand RCAF in downtown Mon-treal,” said CPO1 Michel Vig-neault, Coxswain of Montreal.“We had the opportunity to showthem some of the unique things thatthe Canadian navy is doing forCanada and around the world. Withvery little time to practice together,it came down to a great deal ofcooperation between the three ele-ments, and a common desire to puton a great show. I was extremelyproud of the turnout, and especiallyproud to be the Coxswain of suchdedicated sailors from HMCSMontreal.”

Montreal was visiting her name-sake city during the Great LakesDeployment (GLD) 2011. She set

sail from Halifax, her home port onAug. 25 and visited the followingcities: Trois-Rivières, Toronto,Port Weller, Hamilton, Montreal,Gaspe, Corner Brook, and returnedto Halifax on Sept. 30. The main

purpose of the GLD was to raiseawareness among Canadians oftheir Navy, as well as to highlightthe many career opportunities inthe naval service available to Cana-dians. The presence of the ship, her

officers and ship’s company servedas a great opportunity for openingdialogue with Canadians who wereunfamiliar with the Navy and whowere able to enjoy a visit to a war-ship.

Freedom of the City for HMCS Montréal

The Freedom of the City parade takes place on Notre-Dame Street infront of City Hall in Montreal. Mem-bers of HMCS Montreal’s ship’s company, soldiers from Le Régiment de Maisonneuve, and air personnelfrom 438 Tactical Helicopter Sqn participated in the ceremony, which took place during the Great LakesDeployment. Ports of call during the deployment included Trois-Rivières, Toronto, Port Weller, Hamilton,Montreal, Pointe Au Pic/La Malbaie, Gaspé and Corner Brook.

CPL MARTIN ROY, FIS

By Lt(N) Marco ChouinardPAO, LFQA and JTFEHeadquarters/ (HMCS) Montréal

Capt(N) Haydn Edmundson ar-rived in Kabul on July 18 as

part of the initial rotation of theCanadian Contribution TrainingMission–Afghanistan (CCTM-A),the task force deployed on OP AT-TENTION to serve with the NATOTraining Mission–Afghanistan(NTM-A).

As Chief of Staff to the DeputyCommanding General–Police(DCOM-Police) at NTMA Head-quarters, Capt(N) Edmundson hasa prominent role in the training anddevelopment of the Afghan Na-tional Police (ANP).

The ANP is a national policeforce made up of four components— the Afghan Uniformed Police,the Afghan Border Police, the Af-ghan National Civil Order Policeand the Afghan Anti-Crime Police— and two sub-components

responsible for specialized polic-ing and close protection. In closeco-operation with the departmentof the Afghan government respon-sible for policing, the Ministry ofInterior, DCOM-Police has a man-date to help develop the compo-nents of the ANP into self-sustain-ing public safety organizations.

With a current strength of morethan 135,000 men and women, withalmost 8,500 in training at any giv-en time, the ANP is responsible forenforcing the law and maintainingcivil order throughout Afghanis-tan. DCOM-Police under NTM-Ais responsible for developing thetraining curriculum needed to sus-tain the ANP well into the future.

The Ministry of Interior recentlyapproved two key strategic docu-ments, the National Police Strategyand National Police Plan, that iden-tify development of a balanced,professional and sustainable police

force as a clear priority. The gov-ernment of Afghanistan has em-barked on an impressive campaignto build the ANP into a force largeand capable enough to provide itspeople with peace and security.This strategy depends on effectiveand recruiting and training pro-grams.

“The police force is the criticalcomponent identified in the planthat will enable the country toachieve the level of security theydesire,” said Capt(N) Edmundson.“The police force is essential to anenduring public confidence in thegovernment and key institutionsresponsible for security. We areproud to be a part of this missionthat will see the ANP transition intoa professional and capable policeforce ready to serve Afghan citi-zens in the decades ahead.”

OP ATTENTION is deploying

Senior RCN officer joins effort todevelop Afghan National Police

In full Army-style battle rattle (except for the RCN executive curl onhis rank badge), Capt(N) Haydn Edmundson disembarks from a U.S.Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter flying for the International Securi-ty Assistance Force.

SENIOR AIRMAN C.J. HATCH/U.S. AIR FORCE

By Lt(N) Len Hickey PAO

See AFGHAN / Page 6

2 TRIDENT, OCTOBER 3, 2011

Fire Prevention Week this year isfrom Oct. 9 to 15 and the theme is‘Protect Your Family From Fire.’To help protect the family fromsmoke or fire a smoke detector in-stalled within the home is the bestmethod.

There are two types of smoke de-tectors. One is an ionization detec-tor and the other type is a photo-electric detector. An ionizationsmoke detector reacts better to fastflaming fires that are in their earli-est stages of fire development. Infaster flaming fires, small invisibleparticles are produced. These in-visible particles can be detected bya smoke chamber within the smokedetector that uses a tiny amount ofradioactive material, usually amer-icium. When air passes through thesmoke chamber it becomes ionizedfrom the americium allowing anelectrical current to flow between apositive electrical plate and a nega-tive electrical plate. When the in-visible particles from a fire enterthe smoke chamber, it reacts withthe ionized air causing the electri-cal current to decrease causing thealarm in the smoke detector tosound.

The photoelectric smoke detec-tor reacts better to slow smoulder-ing fires that produce thick blacksmoke with little heat. The photo-electric smoke detector uses a pho-toelectric cell coupled with a spe-cific light source. An electrical cur-rent is produced when the photo-electric cell receives light from thelight source that keeps an alarmswitch open that is used to activatethe alarm. When smoke enters thedetector the light beam becomesobscured so the photoelectric cellloses the light beam. This stops theelectrical current to function caus-ing the alarm switch to close andactivate the smoke detector’salarm.

Both types of alarms are used inresidential homes. The most com-mon type is the ionized smoke de-tector because it is cheaper in costand it will quickly detect a fire in itsinitial stage. They are, however,very sensitive to smoke from cook-ing appliances and high humidityfrom steam from bathrooms andcan cause a nuisance alarm.

Today there are many differentmodels of smoke alarms for thehomeowner to choose from. Somecome with hush buttons to stop nui-sance alarms when the smoke de-tector is activated, others can beconnected to the household electri-cal system with a battery back-up,some are just battery only and theresome for the hearing impaired aswell. It is good for a homeowner tohave a trained professional inspectthe home and install smoke detec-tors that meet the family’s needs.

Here are a few more safety tipsregarding smoke detectors:

•Install smoke detectors on allfloors and all bedrooms.

•Install smoke detectors in hall-ways leading to the bedrooms.

•Test smoke detectors at leastmonthly.

•Change the batteries twice ayear.

•Replace smoke detectors every10 years.

•Follow manufacturer’s in-structions for installation andmaintenance for the smoke detec-tor in the home.

•Clean detectors at least month-ly to keep them clear from dust.

•Ensure all family membersknow what the smoke detectorsounds like and how to evacuate thehome when the smoke detector ac-tivates.

These are only a few safety tipsand there are many other things youcan do to keep your family safefrom fire. It is important to have aFire Safety Plan for your home. Allmembers of the home can plan it.Once you have a plan it should bepracticed regularly so everyoneknows what to do in the event of afire. Once you are clear of thehome, never go back in and have ameeting place that is a safe distancefrom the home.

For more fire safety tips you canvisit these websites:www.fiprecan.ca orwww.nfpa.org

For more information, visit yourlocal fire station close to your homeor call the Halifax DND Fire Ser-vice at 427-6614 and have a firesafe day.

There will be an open house atthe Dockyard Fire Hall on 13 Oct.13 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Please comeout and visit the Fire Hall for ouropen house.

Smoke detectors save livesBy Dave CroweDND Fire Services

Capt(N) Brian Santarpia, CFB Halifax Base Commander, signs the2011 Fire Prevention Week proclamation. With Capt(N) Santarpia areFire Inspectors from the Dockyard Fire Hall Brian Saunders (seated)and Colin MacGillivray (standing left) and David Crowe.

PTE KRISTEN MCCORD, FIS

No cake, no singing, no cham-pagne. Grapefruit juice was

the strongest available beverage. Inan atmosphere more vigilant thanfestive, the ship’s company markedthe 18th anniversary of HMCSVancouver’s commissioning as thefrigate headed out of Agusta Bayon the east coast of Sicily for herfirst patrol of OPERATION MO-BILE. Her destination: Libyan ter-ritorial waters, off the port of Mis-rata.

Misrata is a far cry from CanadaPlace in downtown Vancouver,British Columbia, where HMCSVancouver flew her commissioningpennant on Aug. 23,1993.

One member of the ship’s com-pany witnessed the events of thatlong-ago day. As a plank-owner,CPO1 Gino Spinelli, our Cox-swain, has kept a close eye on Van-couver throughout her service lifeso far.

“I am simply honoured that I wasselected as Coxswain for HMCSVancouver back in July 2010. Van-couver is close to my heart, espe-cially considering the fact that I amon the Commissioning List,” hesaid. “This is the third time I havesailed in Vancouver and, really, thepride I see today within the ship’scompany is not much differentfrom what it was back in 1993.HMCS Vancouver has a great histo-ry, and I am honoured to be a part ofit.”

Vancouver is the third ship ofthat name to serve in the RoyalCanadian Navy. Her predecessorswere a destroyer transferred fromBritain in 1928 and paid off in1936, and a Canadian-built cor-vette commissioned in 1942 thatearned battle honours for the Aleu-tian campaign and the Battle of theAtlantic and was paid off in 1945.

Today’s Vancouver is patrollingin Libya’s territorial waters to pro-tect civilians by ensuring the flowof legitimate traffic — especiallyhumanitarian aid — in and out ofthe port of Misrata.

This mission frequently bringsthe frigate within sight of shore.NATO ships on this station havefaced fire both from shore-basedartillery and rocket batteries andfrom small boats at sea. In the Op-erations Room, you can feel theheightened awareness as the sensoroperators keep their eyes fixed ontheir screens. On the bridge, the bi-noculars are never still as the loo-kouts constantly scan for any hintof trouble.

“This crew has a shared historywith the crews of Vancouver’spast,” said Cdr Bradley Peats, thecommanding officer. “Sailors,some young, some a little older,travelling around the world to se-cure peace and help those in need— that’s what this ship is doing to-day, and it’s a proud tradition wecarry on from the first RCN shipsnamed HMCS Vancouver.”

With a modern weapons suite in-cluding Harpoon Block II surface-to-surface missiles, a Block 1BPhalanx Surface Mode close-inweapons system, Enhanced Sea-sparrow surface-to-air missiles,and the latest shallow-water variantof the Mk 46 torpedo, Vancouver isis one of the world’s most capablewarships.

The third Vancouver already hasa proud history. In October 2001,she deployed on the initial rotationof OP APOLLO, departing Esqui-malt on 10 days’ notice to spend thewinter as part of the USS John C.Stennis Carrier Battle Group in theNorth Arabian Sea.

Birthday inthe MedBy Lt((N) Tony Wrightand Lt(N) Ronald ClancyHMCS Vancouver

Family Fall Fest will take placefor the first time on Oct. 22, in F

Hangar, 12 Wing Shearwater, be-ginning at 10 a.m.. This oktober-fest-themed event will coincidewith Family Fly Day, which is anannual event available to those inShearwater who have preregis-tered.

The Family Fall Fest will beopen to the entire Halifax and Dart-mouth CF/DND community, andthe organizers hope that it willcomplement the Fly Day, by add-ing to the number of activities.

The activities will include chil-dren’s rides, costume contests, andvarious displays. Oktoberfest food,such as hotdogs and bratwurst willbe available for purchase, and free

random draw prizes will be givenout, similar to the DND FamilyDays.

“We’ll have to bring out lederho-sen,” joked Bruce Nelson of Blue-berry Grunt. They will be entertain-ing the crowds in the evening alongwith the musical group, Bent.“We’re still doing the blueberryfestivals, and we’re having a lot offun,” said Nelson. Due to their bandname, Nelson says they get a lot ofgigs at blueberry festivals.

The night’s concerts will takeplace in the hangar. Tickets are onsale now at PSP Halifax Informa-tion Kiosk locations, and will besold for $10 per ticket, taxes includ-ed. The concert will be open tothose 19 and over.

“We like to have a lot of fun onstage, and people come out forthat,” said Nelson. “We’ve openedfor some great, great groups; weplayed with the Beach Boys andtoured with Max Webster.” At leasttwo of the members of the pop rockprogressive band has been playingtogether for 27 years, and have per-fected their craft.

The purpose of the DND FamilyFall Fest is to say thanks to the CF/DND Air Force community andtheir families for their efforts, com-mitment, and contributions to theoperational readiness of the Fleet.

By Benjamin J. DeLongTrident Staff

Fall Fest promisesfun for entire familyActivities willincludechildren’srides, costumecontests andOktoberfestfood

In the historic burying ground next to S93 at Stadacona, amonument commemorates the sailors of HMS Shannonwho were killed as a result of the sea battle with USS Che-sapeake in June 1813.

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Bikers took to 180K of road be-tween 14 Wing Greenwood

and CFB Halifax on Sept 10 as partof a spin-off event of Boomer’sLegacy Ride. This was the inaugu-ral Nova Scotian segment of theevent, and there are plans to keep itgoing year after year.

Boomer’s Legacy Ride is an an-nual biking event, in its fourth year,between Courtenay and Victoria,BC. Its goal is to raise money forthe Boomer’s Legacy Foundationand to raise awareness of the pover-ty of the people in war torn areas ofthe world.

The foundation was created inthe memory of Cpl Andrew“Boomer” Eykelenboom of Co-mox. On Aug 11, 2006, he waskilled by a suicide bomber in SpinBoldak, Afghanistan. While ontour, Cpl Eykelenboom was struckby the absolute poverty that the

people there endured. The moneyraised by the Boomer’s LegacyFoundation goes to the CF soldiers,so they can access funds to spendon the people that they are serving.

Typically, money has been spentto go towards midwife training,birthing kits, school supplies, med-ical supplies, life saving surgeriesfor children, furniture for class-rooms, shoes for orphans and aflock of sheep for a farmer.

The ride in BC was attended by100 participants who took the chal-lenge not only to raise $300 for thefoundation, but also to finish the240K, two-day race. The NovaScotian leg of the race was attendedby 52 bikers.

“I don’t ride much anymore, be-cause I have a seven-year-old; soit’s hard to go for long rides,” saidCFB Halifax Base Commander,Capt(N) Brian Santarpia, who par-ticipated in the Boomer’s LegacyRide. “It was really good for thefirst year here, and the credit goesto Greenwood. They leapt on it. Wegot the call asking whether theycould get some support from uswhen they finished here. I thought,I ride 5K to work, so why not add175K to it? So I said sure, I’m in.”Capt(N) Santarpia was the onlyparticipant from CFB Halifax, buthe hopes to get the word out for nextyear’s race.

He took his bike out for an 85Kpractice ride the weekend before,and realized that he had to eat right,

and drink water regularly. “I wasreally careful about eating enoughand drinking enough, and then Irode this great bike that Jose Mar-tins (PSP Fitness Coordinator) lentme, and it was shockingly easy.”

The Nova Scotian leg of Boom-er’s Legacy Ride took the Evange-line trail from Greenwood at 8 a.m.,through Wolfville, Hantsport,Windsor, Mount Uniacke, andSackville. From there, they tookthe Magazine Hill exit from Bed-ford, through Burnside, and overthe Macdonald Bridge to head for

Citadel Hill. A spaghetti dinnerwas prepared for them at 8 p.m. inA Block, Stadacona, where the bik-ers met family members of CF sol-diers who paid the ultimate sacri-fice.

All 157 fallen CF soldiers arerepresented on the bikes at Boom-er’s Legacy Ride with photos andbiographies of at least two, eachbiker, that are attached to each bike.Capt(N) Santarpia took home thephotos of Cpl Brian Pinksen, MajYannick Pépin, and Pte AlexandrePéloquin, who we had attached to

the bike that he rode. Capt Naval Zilka, 14 Wing

Greenwood, Director of TeamNova Scotia in Boomer’s LegacyRide wrote a thank you letter as afollow up to the event. In it, hewrote: “If inspiration was needed,we didn’t have to look farther thanthe pictures and biographies of theFallen Heroes we were privilegedto represent on our bikes. I hope weall walked away having learned alittle bit more about ourselves andthe sacrifices others have made sowe could be there riding that day.”

Boomer’s Legacy Ride mirrored in Nova Scotia

By Benjamin J. DeLongTrident Staff

Nova Scotia bicyclists complete their ride at Citadel Hill. Participants departed CFB Greenwood to Halifaxfor the first Annual Nova Scotia Boomer’s Legacy Century ride on the 10 Sep 2011. Boomer’s Legacy isnamed in remembrance of Cpl Andrew James Eykelenboom, a Canadian military medic who was killed bya suicide bomber in Spin Boldak, Afghanistan in August 2006 at age 23. While serving in Afghanistan,Andrew (known to his friends as “Boomer”) recognized numerous opportunities for assisting the Afghanpeople through the distribution of medical supplies, educational material, books and warm clothing. Insmall, personal ways, Boomer and his comrades felt they were able to make a special contribution tobringing peace and stability to Afghanistan. Boomer’s Legacy has been created to further these accomplishments.

MCPL ROBERT LEBLANC, 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES

Annual eventraisesawareness ofpoverty inwar-torn areasof the world

A monument in Toronto’sMount Pleasant Cemetery

honouring the highest decoratedwar veteran in the Common-wealth and the British Empirewas dedicated on Sept. 22, 2011.Members of LCol/Wing Com-mander William George “Will”Barker’s family were in attend-ance, as was the Lieutenant-Gov-ernor of Ontario, the HonourableDavid C. Onley, and members ofthe CF. When LCol/WC Barkerdied and his body lay in state, itwas the largest national event ofthe kind in Toronto’s history.Some 50,000 spectators lined thestreets of Toronto.

“Our government believes thatCanadian heroes like LCol/WCBarker deserve the respect andrecognition of a grateful nation,"said the Honourable Peter Mac-Kay, Minister of National De-fence. “LCol/WC Barker is thehighest decorated war veteran inthe Commonwealth and the Brit-ish Empire and I find it most fit-ting that our government act torecognize his service and sacri-fices.”

For his many accomplishmentsLCol/WC Barker was awardedthe Victoria Cross and eight oth-er gallantry medals, includingthe Distinguished Service Orderand Bar, the Military Cross andtwo Bars, the French Croix deguerre, and two Italian SilverMedals for Valour. He was alsomentioned in dispatches threetimes. He also served as ActingDirector of the RCAF during itscreation in 1924 and, co-foundedCanada’s first commercial air-line and the annual InternationalAir Show at Toronto’s CNE.

Tribute to aCanadianwar heroBy DND

January 10, 2011 — MFRCJanuary 24, 2011February 7, 2011 — MFRCFebruary 21, 2011 — March 7, 2011 — MFRCMarch 21, 2011 — Posting SeasonSpecialApril 4, 2011 — MFRCApril 18, 2011 — Battle of theAtlantic SpecialMay 2, 2011 — MFRCMay 16, 2011 — May 30, 2011 June 13, 2011 — Family Days, MFRCJune 27, 2011 — July 11, 2011 — MFRCJuly 25, 2011 — August 8, 2011 — MFRCAugust 22, 2011 — Back To SchoolSeptember 5, 2011 — MFRCSeptember 19, 2011 — HomeImprovementOctober 3, 2011 — MFRC October 17, 2011 October 31, 2011 — RemembranceSpecialNovember 14, 2011 — MFRCNovember 28, 2011 — Holiday Shop-pingDecember 12, 2011 — Year EndReview, MFRC

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’Til We Meet Again concertThe Stadacona Band of Mari-

time Forces Atlantic, along withspecial guest performers, presentsthe 10th annual ’Til We MeetAgain Concert at the Bella RoseArts Centre, 283 Thomas RaddallDr, Halifax, Tuesday Nov. 8 at 7p.m. All proceeds to Camp HillVeteran’s Memorial Garden.Tick-ets are priced at $20 each and areavailable at the box office 457-3239 or online at:www.bellaroseartscentre.com.

La Musique Stadacona desForces maritimes de l’Atlantique etdes artistes invités spéciaux pré-sentent la 10e édition du spectacleTil We Meet Again au Bella RoseArts Centre, situé au 283, ch. Tho-mas Raddall, à Halifax le mardi 8nov à 19 h. Tous les profits iront auJardin commémoratif des ancienscombattants de Camp Hill. Billets(20 $) en vente à la billeterie (457-3239) ou en ligne à www.bellaro-seartscentre.com.150th Anniversary of theNova Scotian Instituteof Science

The Nova Scotian Institute ofScience (NSIS) was founded in1862 and is one of the oldestlearned societies in Canada. In hon-our of the 150th anniversary, NSISpresents a free public lecture series.

On Monday Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.,

Dr. John Calder, Nova Scotia De-partment of Natural Resources willgive a talk titled Coal Age Galapa-gos (The Joggins Fossil Cliffs). Lo-cation is the Museum of NaturalHistory Auditorium, 1747 SummerSt., Halifax.

On Monday Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m.,Dr. Heike Lotze, Dalhousie Uni-versity, will give a talk titled Food,Furs & Feathers: History of Hu-man-induced Changes in CoastalEcosystems

Location is the Museum of Nat-ural History Auditorium. New Remembrance Dayceremony inHammonds Plains

I am a retired Navy man (25years) a Scouter, and a businessowner in Hammonds Plains. Foryears, our Scouts and I have beenattending the Remembrance Dayceremony in Bedford. Now, I havebeen organizing a Remembranceceremony for Hammonds Plainsand surrounding communities, tobe held at the Hammonds PlainsCommunity Centre across from theFire Hall, with local veterans, Sec-ond World War re-creators, the25th Vimy Air Cadets, RCMP, theHP Scouts, the HP Guides and oth-er invited guests. I invite you toparticipate in our RemembranceDay ceremony. If you would like tolay a wreath at this ceremony wewould be honored to have you, a

family member or one of the cadetslay this wreath. If you are interestedplease contact me for details. JimMiller, 835-7566 or email:jlogand@eastlink.ca.615(Bluenose)RCACSis recruiting

615(Bluenose)Royal CanadianAir Cadet Squadron is currently en-rolling youth ages 12 to18 years. Ifyou are interested in learning moreabout flying, leadership, sports,music, and many more exciting ac-tivities, step up to the challenge andjoin 615 Squadron. We parade ev-ery Wednesday evening from 6:15to 9:15 p.m. at the Stadacona DrillHall (Building S14, CFB Halifax),main entrance at the corner of Al-mon and Gottingen St. For informa-tion about 615 Squadron, visitwww.cadets.net/atl/615air/, call(902) 721-8202 on Wednesdayevenings, or visit us any Wednes-day evening at 6:15.305 RCSCC is recruiting

305 Royal Canadian Sea CadetCorps Sackville is currently enroll-ing youth ages 12 to 18 in the SeaCadet program. Learn marksman-ship, seamanship, sailing, march-ing and more, for free. Uniformsare provided through the programat no cost to the cadet or the parents.There are many opportunities tolearn and make new friends thatwill last a lifetime. We parade ev-

ery Wednesday night at the LesleyThomas Junior High School onMetropolitan Avenue in LowerSackville from 6 to 9 p.m. For in-formation, please call 864-1001.865 Dartmouth KiwanisAir Cadets

865 Dartmouth Kiwanis Air Ca-dets are recruiting new members.Are you 12 to 18 years of age andinterested in aviation, being part ofa team, recreational sports or mu-sic? Come see us on Monday or Fri-day evenings from 6:30 to 9:30p.m. We are located at ShannonPark Elementary School. Phone464-2053 or email 865dartmouth-kiwanis@hotmail.ca for details. Events at the public libraries

On Wednesday Oct. 5 at 10 a.m.,Dr. Philip Welch will give a talk ti-tled What Are the New GeneticsAll About? Dr. Welch, the founderof the practice of medical geneticsin Nova Scotia, will lecture on themodern understanding and causesof genetic diseases, which are not asrare as generally supposed and fu-ture progress in their identificationand care. Tantallon Public Library.

On Tuesday Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.,Francyne Filion will give a talk ti-tled Is Your Home a HealthyHome? Filion, a radon measure-ment and mitigation professional

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During his 26 years in real estate, Keith has acquired an in-depth knowledge of the market in Halifax Regional Municipality. Two years ago, Keith received approval to start his program of cash back to CF members who used his professional services in buying

and selling houses.“With the cooperation

of a lot of good people in the Department of National Defence, it got underway and now, I can see the returns. It’s enjoyable to see so many people benefi tting from this program.”

If you are posted to or from Halifax, or even if you are moving to a new home within this area, Keith Tannahill can

put extra cash in your pocket. If you purchase your home through Keith, he will give you his cash to buyer incentive. This applies to all MLS® listings in the Halifax and surrounding areas. Keith Tannahill is an experienced full-time real estate agent offering qualifi ed professional service with all his listings on the MLS® system.

He offers you all the benefi ts of MLS® with advertising and promotion plus the added incentive of his cash back offer. Should you list your home with Keith and he writes an acceptable offer from a qualifi ed buyer, he will give you, the seller, on closing, up to two

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“The CF members and their families have given me the privilege and the trust of assisting them with the sale or the purchase of a home,”

says Keith. “I want to fulfi ll my responsibilities to the family I’m working for, as people in the CF are very busy with their careers and with so many other tasks.”

He receives email queries from CF members deployed in the Persian Gulf and in Afghanistan.

“These are people who are thinking of moving to a new

house or are being posted when they return, and they want to meet with me to talk about it.”

Over the past 26 years, Keith and his executive assistant (wife) Linda have worked with numerous military families posted in and out of the Halifax area. During that time, they have seen how useful it is to

have extra cash in hand during a move. Keith says he knows extra money is always helpful, even though the military covers many of the posting expenses.

“I’ve seen the results of my program,” he says. “It’s great when the families get a couple of thousand dollars they wouldn’t have, otherwise. Then they can get some of the extra things they would like to have, over and above just the things that they need.

“I encourage families to see every property they wish to see, as this allows them to make an informed decision. It means additional running around but the result is that everybody feels

wonderful about what they’ve accomplished.” Linda and Keith do not take a vacation until after Labour Day and even then, he has his cell phone and laptop and is available 24/7.

As the year 2011 progresses and now that annual posting season has arrived, Keith and Linda look forward to greeting and assisting Canadian military families, either selling and moving to a new location, or on their house hunting trip. Please do not hesitate to contact Keith at (902) 452-3456 or by email at tbf@eastlink.ca.

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On Tuesday Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.,join us for an evening of music withthe local quarter titled Celtic Rant.They will perform instrumentals,sea shanties, Irish ballads and orig-inal compositions. Woodlawn Pub-lic Library.

On Wednesday Oct. 12 at 7 p.m.,learn how you could get a betternight’s sleep. How well you sleepcan make a difference in how youlive. Captain William Spry PublicLibrary

On Thursday Oct 13 at 7 p.m.,enjoy an evening of jazz from Dev-il’s Horns sax quartet; Brian Marchon soprano, Steven Rigden on alto,Tobias Beale on tenor and BryanCrocker on baritone. The Devil’sHorns perform music from Bach tothe Beatles.

On Friday Oct. 14 at 12 p.m.,learn about National Novel WritingMonth. Have you ever thoughtabout writing a novel, but didn’tknow how to start? Find out if Na-tional Novel Writing Month is foryou. Spring Garden Rd. MemorialPublic Library.Nocturne: Art at Night

Nocturne: Art at Night is a fallfestival that brings art and energyto the streets of Halifax on Oct. 15,2011, between 6 p.m. and mid-night.

This free, fourth annual eventshowcases and celebrates the visualarts scene in Halifax. Nocturne, de-signed and planned by volunteers,is an opportunity for everyone toexperience the art of Halifax in awhole new light. The NocturneProgram Guide provides detailsabout exhibitions in galleries andpublic spaces throughout the city.

www.nocturnehalifax.caCorrection

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A ceremony to commemoratethe 71st anniversary of the

Battle of Britain was held onSunday, Sept. 18, 2011, at theCenotaph at Sullivan’s Pond, inDartmouth, N.S. The ceremony,hosted by the Air Force Associ-ation of Canada (AFAC), beganwith a parade from the SommeLegion on King St., Dartmouth,to the Cenotaph at Sullivan’sPond.

Guests included the Honoura-ble Mayann E. Francis, Lieuten-ant Governor of Nova Scotia;RAdm D.C. Gardam, Command-er JTFA and MARLANT;vete-rans, a Colour Party, 12 WingShearwater members, theRCMP, and local Air Cadets. ColIan Lightbody, 12 Wing Com-mander, was the Reviewing Offi-cer.

The ceremony included thelaying of wreaths, a marchpast,and speeches to honour theevent. All guests, participants,and public were then invited toattend a reception with veteransat the Somme Legion.

The Battle of Britain was thelargest and most sustained aerialbombing campaign to that dateand was the first major campaignto be fought entirely by air. Bri-tain’s victory of the battle wasGermany’s first major defeat andis considered to be one of thecrucial turning points of the war.

“The servicemen and womenof the Air Force and of 12 WingShearwater, N.S., are honoured

to commemorate our veterans onthis day in aviation history,”stated Col Lightbody. “Let us

never forget the sacrifices ourmembers have and continue tomake in service to our country.”

Marking 71st anniversary of Battle of Britain

Col Ian Lightbody, 12 Wing Commander, lays a wreath at the Cenotaph by Sullivan’s Pond in Dartmouth,N.S., witnessed by CWO Alan Blakney, to commemorate the 71st anniversary of the air battle over Eng-land’s skies in 1940 which was so gallantly won by so few in saving Great Britain from invasion during theSecond World War.

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up to 950 Canadian Forces trainersand advisors into the NTM-A,where they will make a direct con-tribution to security developmentin Afghanistan. Most CCTM-Apersonnel are engaged in programssupporting development of the Af-ghan National Army. The currentANP development team, workingin the Kabul area, consists of about50 CF personnel and 30 civilian po-lice officers from across Canada.

Following the NTM-A credo‘Shohna ba shohna’ (shoulder toshoulder), the entire team — civil-ian and military, Canadian, alliedand Afghan — focuses on training,advising, mentoring and support-ing the growth and development ofthe ANP.

“We are connected to key deci-sion makers in the Afghan Ministryof Interior and various police or-ganizations,” explained Capt(N)Edmundson. “We have a commongoal of making the Afghan institu-tions more capable and prepared toassume self-sustained policing andsecurity throughout Afghanistan.”

Like his colleagues in police de-velopment at NTM-A, Capt(N) Ed-mundson is fully committed to thevision of the ANP as a self-sus-tained police service by 2014. Itwill be a challenging journey, but arewarding one for the entire Cana-dian team.

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Mental Illness Awareness Weekis a public awareness campaign thataims to better inform all of us aboutthe issues surrounding mental ill-nesses. The theme of Mental IllnessAwareness Week is ‘Face MentalIllness’—and it represents manyimportant issues. First and fore-most, it puts a human face on men-tal illness by featuring the stories ofpeople living with mental illness. Italso represents the incredibly widespectrum of those touched by men-tal illness—families, researchers,teachers and all manner of practi-tioners including physicians, psy-chiatric nurses and psychologists.And it encourages all of us—in-cluding our governments—to faceand address the issues.

One in five Canadians willexperience a mental illness duringhis or her lifetime. It’s crucial thatwe educate Canadians about the na-ture of mental illness and reducethe stigma associated with the dis-ease. A number of myths have ledto misunderstandings about mentalillness, preventing many people

from seeking and getting help whenthey need it. All of us can make adifference for the nearly 6 millionCanadians affected by mental ill-nesses.

Mental Illness Awareness Weekbrings us some fairly fundamentalmessages:

First—reach out. Don’t be afraidto ask for help or to ask how youcan help. This is a message for thefamily as well as for the person whois suffering alone and for all of uswho know someone in trouble.

Get help early. Early interven-tion and treatment reduce long termdisability from mental illness.

Talk about it. Share your storiesto help others understand.

Share the care. Treatment andsupport of persons with mental ill-ness involves many types of care-givers; each has an important roleto play.

Hope. While there are no curesfor severe mental illnesses, im-proved treatments and communitysupports offer increased hope forrecovery from its symptoms and abetter quality of life.

Finally, respect differences.People with mental illnesses andtheir families are as diverse as thegeneral population.

Unfortunately, the stigma sur-rounding mental illness preventssufferers from seeking the help

they need, impairs recovery, af-fects the quality and availability ofcare and needed supports and eventakes lives. Stigma also continuesto keep mental health low on thehealth agenda.

Mental illness knows no bounda-ries; it can affect all people, regard-less of age, culture, income andeducation. We all have a role toplay.

To obtain information and/orsupport for yourself or someoneelse, please contact one of thefollowing CF/DND Support Ser-vices:

•CFHSC(A) Mental Health Ser-vices 721-8607

•Military Family ResourceCentres:

Halifax 427-7780Shearwater 720-1885

•CF Members’ Assistance Pro-gram 1-800-268-7708 (24 hrs)

•Employee Assistance Program(civilian DND) 427-3237

For more information aboutMental Illness Awareness week,please contact the Canadian Alli-ance on Mental Illness and MentalHealth or go to www.miaw-ssmm.caSource: Canadian Mental HealthAssociation

Mental Illness AwarenessWeek, Oct. 2 – 8, 2011

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•26 per cent of femalemembers and 13 per cent ofmale members spoke with ahealth professional abouttheir emotional or mentalhealth in the previous year(does not include routinepre-/ post-deploymentscreenings)

•7 per cent of membersscreened positive for depres-sion during the previous year– this represents approxi-mately 4,500 Regular Forcemembers

•11 per cent of CF mem-bers reported not seekingmental health care when theyfelt it was needed

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for outstanding achievement hasselected the Sailor of the Quarter,for the second quarter of 2011.Commodore Laurence Hickey ap-proved the selection of LS BillMoore, a cook from HMCS Villede Quebec. He was chosen from agroup of highly competitive filessubmitted from the Fleet.

LS Moore enrolled in the Cana-dian Forces as a cook in his hometown of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia inJuly 18, 2006. Following BasicTraining he began his culinarytraining at the Canadian Forces

School of Administration and Lo-gistics in Borden Ontario where heearned his Qualification Level 3certification in April 2007. Follow-ing some time working in WindsorPark, Bill then joined Ville de Que-bec for his first operational postingin February 2008 and his career as asailor has flourished ever since.Throughout his time onboard, hehas continued to excel with profes-sional development endeavors bycompleting the Advanced MedicalFirst Responders’ Course, and re-cently through evening studiesthrough the Naval Officer Profes-sional Military Education program.He has sailed with Ville de Quebecthe past few years and has emergedas an example to all new sailors in

the galley who feed off his energyin ship team-training exercisessuch as a recently completed Re-duced Readiness Inspections con-ducted off the coast of Boston. As amember of the ship’s company Billsailed to Africa as part of the Na-vy’s support to the World Foodprogram in 2008. He has earneddecorations for his work with TaskForce Arabian Sea in Bahrain, andTask Force Trinidad and Tobago.

Always looking to lift the spiritsof the ship’s company he serves, LSMoore has become known for tak-ing common dishes such as ham-burgers and turning them into crewfavorites. Not one to shy away fromtraining opportunities, Bill is con-tinuously recognized by sea train-

ing in drills alongside and at sea forhis hustle and ability to motivatethe galley team in response toemergencies. The spirit of contin-uous improvement LS Moore dem-onstrates every day is contagiousand a big reason why the ship’s gal-ley is able to successfully cater tothe variety of tastes demanded by ahard working crew, and come to-gether as sailor when the demand-ing conditions at sea require it themost.

When he’s not inspiring creativ-ity in the galley, LS Moore can befound working on his physical fit-ness. Bill shares a home with hisgirlfriend Nicky and spends hisfree time involved with a local mar-

tial arts club. He enjoys playingbaseball with multiple teams andhas recently helped one of theseteams successfully fundraise forthe IWK Children’s hospital. Hisoutstanding performance, profes-sionalism and dedication to the Na-vy made him an excellent choice assailor of the quarter.

The criteria for selection as theSailor of the Quarter / Year are pro-fessionalism, performance, andvolunteering in the unit and in thecommunity, as well as specific out-standing achievements. The selec-tion process for the Sailor of theQuarter occurs in March, June,September, and December and inJanuary for the sailor of the year.

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gineering Technician Occupationfell in at HMCS Scotian to markthe stand-up of the occupation onSept 1, 2011. The purpose of thehands fall in was to mark this sig-nificant change within the CombatSystems Engineering community.The occasion also recognized thecontributions of the Naval Elec-tronic Technician, Acoustic, Com-munications and Tactical Occupa-tions and Naval Weapons Techni-cian Occupation, which stooddown on Sept. 1, made to the Navy.

The event was presided over byCmdre Finn, DGMEPM, and wasattended by Capt(N) Gravel, COFMFCS/ACOS NEM, the MAR-LANT Engineering Branch Advi-sor; Cdr Carosielli, Cmdt CFNES;the MARLANT EngineeringBranch Co-Advisor, CPO1 Felth-am, Fleet CPO1; CPO1 Stonier,Weapons Engineering OccupationManager; CPO1 Dionne,DGMEPM CPO1, Combat SystemEngineering Officers; and other in-terested personnel.

The hands fall in began with per-sonnel formed into a hollow squareby their previous occupations. Anaddress was given by a CPO1 fromeach of the former occupations, re-counting the history and accom-plishments of the occupation.

CPO1 Gagnon spoke for the Na-val Electronic Technician Acous-tic occupation which prior to 1985,was a user-maintainer occupationcalled Sonarman. In 1985, in re-sponse to the Maritime OtherRanks Production Study, the Navyabandoned the user-maintainerconcept which resulted in NE Tech(A) maintainer occupation stand-ing up. He pointed out the signif-icant change made in 1992 underthe Naval Electronic TechnicianOccupational Restructuring Pro-gram that realigned the apprenticetechnical training by providing it atthe QL3 level vice QL5. He statedthat NE Tech (A) Occupation hadsquarely met every challenge pre-sented it during the past 25 yearsnoting that its responsibilities had

doubled since its inception.CPO1 Sicard spoke of the evolu-

tion of Naval Communication asfar back as the 16th century whensignalling guns were used to com-municate, and the invention of thetelescope in the 17th century whichled to the use of flags, semaphoreand coded books. He also talkedabout the first restructuring of thetrade in the 19th century when theradio side of the trade became sep-arated from the flag side; this cre-ated two distinct trades called theSparkers and the Bunting tossers.Furthermore, he stated that the oc-cupation experienced two moretrade restructuring caused by vastimprovements in technologies andit will keep on evolving into the fu-ture. Finally, he stated that the newgeneration of sailors will take usinto a new age of exciting challeng-es.

CPO1 Boran then spoke on be-half of the Naval Electronic Tech-nician (Tactical) occupation whichwas composed of personnel chosenfrom the Radar Plotter, Fire Con-trol and Electronic Warfare trades.He briefly listed and describedsome of the equipment the TacticalTechs were responsible for duringthe 80s and early 90s. He pointedout that throughout the years newequipment continued to be intro-duced into the fleet and the trade,presenting many technical chal-lenges for the Tactical Tech’s toovercome. CPO1 Boran chal-lenged the Tactical Techs to con-

tinue their tradition of excellenceand to be more successful withintheir newly assigned occupations

I spoke on behalf of the NavalWeapons Technician occupationwhich was created by merging theWeaponsman Surface and Weap-onsman Underwater occupations. Irecalled that there was a dramaticincrease in the academic trainingthat came along with the merger.This increase was necessary so theNW technicians could effectivelymaintain such complex systems asthe CIWS, the HARPOON missilesystem, the GMVLS, the 57 MMGun, etc. I told those present, “Youhave maintained and continue to

maintain these systems at an ex-tremely high state of readiness,during two Gulf wars, OPER-ATION APOLLO, Sharp Guard,wherever duty calls you to do so.”Finally, I reminded them that theNW Tech Occupation came intobeing as a result of a need to mod-ify in order to meet emerging tech-nologies, crewing, and socialchanges to support the fleet andthat it must give way for those verysame reasons.

On completion, personnel werereformed into their assignedWeapons Engineering Technicianoccupation symbolizing the trans-formation from one to the other.

Addressing the newly formedgroup of Weapons EngineeringTechnicians, Cmdre Finn comple-mented and thanked all those in-volved in the restructuring of theoccupation, and emphasized thecourage and considerable effort bysenior members of the occupationsto propose and implement suchsignificant changes to the occupa-tional structure. Cmdre Finn statedthat the construct of the WeaponsEngineering Technician occupa-tion will be a key enabler in ensur-ing the technical readiness of thefuture Fleet’s combat systems, andthat the occupation is blazing a trailfor others to follow.

Stand-up of the Weapons Engineering Technician OccupationBy CPO1 Ken MullinsFormation Ammunition Inspector WEng Tech Occ. Advisor, FMFCS

Cmdre Finn, DGMEPM, addresses MARLANT’s Weapons Engineering Technicians at HMCS Scotian onSept 8, 2011.

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Twenty-four Canadian soldiers,led by 4Air Defence Regiment

(4 AD Regt), marched onto thegrass parade square and stood sideby side with soldiers from Ukraine,Poland and Lithuania.

The Canadian contingent was inZagan, Poland, from Sept. 11–17 tolead EXERCISE MAPLE ARCH,which sought to increase effectiveinteroperability among diverse in-ternational forces during coalitionpeace support operations.

“The MAPLE ARCH serial notonly brings good training to [6thAirborne] brigade, but also fostersgreat cooperation and understand-ing between our militaries,” saidCol Andre Sevigny, the CanadianDefence Attaché to Poland and EX

MAPLE ARCH co-host and direc-tor. “This opportunity further en-hances the credibility and reputa-tion of the Canadian Forces on theinternational stage.”

Canada has participated in EXMAPLE ARCH since themid-1990s under the umbrella ofNATO’s Partnership for Peace.Canadian soldiers bring significantskills and experience to the tablefrom having served on many mis-sions and in operations such asBosnia, Afghanistan and Libya.

Poland is preparing to deploy itssoldiers to work alongside the CFin Afghanistan. This training helpsCanada and its allies collaborate ina country such as Afghanistan be-cause it provides the allies with agreater understanding of how theCF conduct certain procedures,making it easier to work togethereven when there is a language bar-rier.

“This exercise is a key elementof the [DMTC] program,” said An-drew Rasiulis, Director of MilitaryTraining and Co-operation(DMTC) in Ottawa. “Ukraine, Po-land and Lithuania are strategicpartners of Canada, both at the po-litical and at the military level andso we are here training them to en-able these countries to participatewith Canada.

“All of these countries—all con-

tingencies—are in Afghanistan,and so we are using Canadianexperience as the mentors throughthe DMTC program to actually as-sist these contingencies to go offand help us do our job.”

EX MAPLE ARCH uses a trainthe trainer approach as the primarytraining audience rotates throughthe various stands consisting ofcordon and search, convoy oper-ations, IED lanes and force protec-tion. The progressive training con-sisted of formal lectures, demon-strations and practical training sce-narios.

“It put it into perspective for me,that a soldier is a soldier anywhereyou go,” said Sgt Tim Curnew, 4AD Regt. “I really enjoyed the ex-ercise and I would recommend it toanybody in the Canadian Forces tobe part of it. Hopefully, we’ll con-tinue on in the years to come, as itwas very beneficial.”

The confirmation exercise in Po-land demonstrated how all fourcountries could work together andhow this type of training benefitscoalition forces. The sharing ofideas, procedures, techniques andcultures bridges the gap betweendifferent countries working togeth-er—both on the battlefield or dur-ing humanitarian missions—andhelps set the stage for mission suc-cess.

Canadians lead interoperabilitytraining exercise

By Sgt Katherine Greer-HulmeArmy News, CFB Gagetown

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A Ukrainian soldier watches over Sgt Tim Curnew acting as an ene-my force during force protection training in Poland.

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quantity of banyans onboard numerous ships.On August 24, during a demanding trainingschedule in preparation for Air Work-Ups,the XO announced, to our surprise, an im-promptu dropping of the anchor in MahoneBay where a much deserved banyan wouldtake place. Little did I know I was about to beamazed as I made my way up to the flightdeck for supper.

Never before had I seen such an array offood onboard. The standard hamburgers andhotdogs made way for a selection of fare in-cluding steak, shrimp, baked potatoes andcorn on the cob. A notable mention goes tothe famous hand-prepared VDQ burgers andthe elaborate dessert table befitting a wed-ding; my favorite dessert being the chocolatefondue and ice cream bar. Smiles aplentycould be seen throughout the flight deck. Theaim of the event had obviously beenachieved.

My sincere thanks and appreciation of the

entire crew go to Sgt Doré and his team,along with the rest of the Log department fortaking a common naval event and propellingthe standard to a whole new level. VDQ’smotto happens to be “Don de Dieu feray va-loir.” A secondary motto was created thatday, “Have amazing food - will travel.”

A banyan to rememberBy CPO2 Joel FuroyCombat Chief, NCSM Ville de Québec

From left: OS Lamonde, LS Ledoux, LSDion-Levesque, PO2 Janssen, MS Plourdeand PO2 Nadeau enjoy an impromptubanyan on the flight deck of NCSM Ville deQuebec.

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HMCS Montreal is well into herfive-week Great Lakes deploy-ment, having already visited Trois-Riviéres, Toronto, Port Weller andMontreal. The ship’s two final portvisits are scheduled to be in Gaspéand Corner Brook. The ship’s com-pany has been extremely busy wel-coming thousands onboard theship, explaining what they do on-board and what equipment theyhave to do their jobs. It is an ex-hausting time for everyone, yet ev-ery day the ship’s company is smil-ing and welcoming folks onboard.What kept them going—well, onething, is the quality of meals thatthe cooks on board served daily.

Cooking for a ship’s company of225 is never an easy job but addinginvited guests who can increase thenumber to 300, as well as preparingfor the numerous receptions thathave been held at all the ports,would make even this somebody’sworst nightmare. For most peoplethis probably would seem like adaunting task, but PO1 Brideau

says “This is just part of what lifeon a ship is all about, juggling manyballs at one time, but when youhave professional and experiencepeople working for you, it becomessomewhat easy.”

Chief cook PO1 Brideau joinedthe CF in 1989 and since then hehas seen and done just about every-thing. From serving meals in seastate up to nine meters, to servingPrince William and his wife Cathe-rine, it doesn’t matter. “The biggestchallenges for us on a ship are theconfinement of the galley, prepar-ing daily menus and also findingroom to work on the precision ofdécor for center pieces and makinghors d’oeuvres,” said PO1 Brideau.

For this deployment, PO1 Bri-deau has had a team comprising thechief cook, his 2 I/C, and five oth-ers who contribute to the successthat Montreal has had. This veryclose-knit team works extremelywell together and remains ready totake on all taskings, big or small.

PO1 Brideau also has responsib-ilities on the ship outside of manag-ing his team: for example, he alsostands damage control watches.

PO1 Brideau has spent his careeralternating between cooking for theNavy and the Army and has done

functions for VVIPs, Changes ofCommand and the Canada GamesGala. “Feeding large numbers of

people is always challenging,” saidPO1 Brideau, “but with a goodteam, everything is possible.”

Good food ensures a happy ship’s companyBy Jeri GrychowskiGLD Advance PAO

PO1 Guy Brideau leads the team of cooks in HMCS Montreal during the 2011 Great Lakes Deployment.The deployment’s main purpose is to raise awareness of the Royal Canadian Navy and to highlight themany career opportunities the Navy offers to Canadians.

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Military Family ResourceCentre Information RoadShow for CF Members andtheir Families

The Halifax & Region MFRC isgoing on the road again this fall andbringing our Information RoadShow to you. If you are a CF mem-ber or family of a CF Regular or Re-serve Force member who has re-cently experienced deployment oris preparing to deploy, don’t missout on this informative and interac-tive evening. Find out about all theprograms, services and resourcesavailable to CF families. Parents,family and CF members make sureyou are informed, supported andconnected. Come out and get con-nected in your community withothers who are experiencing theunique challenges of the militarylifestyle. Presentations by theMFRC, 36 Brigade, OperationalStress Injury Social Support, Inte-grated Personnel Support Centreand Veterans Affairs Canada.

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With three sites to serve you inHalifax, Shearwater and Sydney,Cape Breton, we have many pro-grams and services for the entirefamily. From our fun and funkyYouth Centre located at 12 WingShearwater, to our state of the artdaycare facilities, you’ll find some-thing for everyone in the family atthe MFRC. Our Cape Breton loca-tion and outreach services offerprograms and information for fam-ilies residing throughout Northernand Central Nova Scotia. Asidefrom all of the great programs andservices, we are also fortunate tooffer assistance to your family 24hours a day/7 days per weekthrough our Family InformationReferral Services Team (FIRST).Call 427-7788 or 1-888-753-8827(toll free) to access this service.

Make sure your family drops into one of our sites for a tour and todiscover the many programs andservices we offer. Sign up for ourmailing list and eNews to stay con-nected to events and activities wehave coming up. We host a coupleof special events designed specifi-cally for newcomers throughout theyear – stay tuned and check outthese great events.

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illes militaires d’Halifax et régionsvous souhaite la bienvenue dansvotre nouvelle communauté . Noussommes conscients que les muta-tions constituent l’un des défisuniques de la vie militaire et nousespérons que nos services facilite-

ront votre insertion dans votre nou-velle vie.

Nous offrons des programmes etdes services pour toute la famille àHalifax, à Shearwater et à Sydney,au Cap-Breton. Que ce soit pournotre super maison des jeunes si-tuée à la 12e Escadre Shearwater oupour nos garderies ultramodernes,vous êtes certain de trouver votrecompte au CRFM . Les Servicesd’approche communautaire et lesite du Cap-Breton proposent desprogrammes et fournissent des ren-seignements partout dans le Nord etle Centre de la Nouvelle-Écosse.En plus de tous ces programmes,nous offrons également des servic-es d’information et d’orientation(FIRST) à votre famille, en touttemps. Appelez-nous au 427-7788ou sans frais au 1-888-753-8827pour accéder à ce service.

Assurez-vous que votre famillevienne faire un tour à l’un desquatre CRFM afin de découvrir lesprogrammes et services que nousoffrons. Si vous désirez être infor-mé des activités et des événementsque nous organisons, inscrivez-vous à notre liste d’envoi pour rece-voir le bulletin de cybernouvelles.Certaines activités sont conçuesspécialement pour les nouveauxpendant l’année. Surveillez cesévénements géniaux.

Une fois de plus, bienvenue auCRFM d’Halifax et régions et dansvotre nouvelle communauté. A Star To Guide ThemHome - gift cards tosupport MFRC

A Star To Guide Them Home isan original painting by Mrs. FayMaddison. The theme and artworkis from Natasha’s fairy world fromthe Natasha’s Wood project.

A Fox and A Fairy, in coopera-tion with Eprintit Halifax, has do-nated gift cards based on the origi-nal painting of A Star To GuideThem Home to the MFRC. Profitsfrom the sale of these gift cards willbe given directly back to theMFRC.

These can be purchased in pack-ages of 10 for $12 or 20 cards for$20. Cards are blank inside, goodfor any occasion.

Military families enjoyed a beautiful day at Elderkins U-Pick on September 11, picking apples and pump-kins, and enjoying a wagon ride through the orchard. Sign up for our email list and join us on Facebook toensure you don’t miss these exciting family programs.

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Unit FamilyRepresentatives

This network is made up of rep-resentatives from the various unitsthe H&R MFRC serves and will en-hance communication and accessi-bility of MFRC services and pro-grams for Reserve family mem-bers.Unit Family Rep Training

Halifax SiteUnit family repre-sentatives are invited to join theHalifax & Region MFRC for a one-day training session on how unitscan assist in facilitating communi-cations with military families andgain a deeper understanding of theprograms and services offered bythe MFRC. The training will fea-ture guest speakers, presenters, aswell as a series of videos. Aftercompleting the training, unit fam-ily reps will join others and becomea part of the Unit Family Rep Net-work. Participants will also receive

a resource handbook and certificateof completion. Snacks, refresh-ments and lunch will be provided atno cost to participants. Contact theMFRC if you are interested in be-coming a Unit Family Rep.

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 8:30 to 4 p.m.Deadline to register: Friday, Oct.

21, 4 p.m. Call 427-7788 for more informa-

tion and to register.Upcoming Programs

Register for programs or call forinformation at Halifax 427-7788 orShearwater 720-1885.

Registration is not complete un-til participants have paid for theprogram/event. You can registerfor all programs at either the Hali-fax or Shearwater Site. We also ac-cept credit and debit cards for pay-ment over $5.

Military families are given prior-ity for all MFRC programs and ser-vices but spaces may be available atan additional cost for non militaryfamilies. Please call the MFRC formore information on a specific pro-gram.

Unless otherwise listed, pro-grams and events at the Halifax Siteare located in the Piers MilitaryCommunity Centre, Bldg 106Windsor Park and programs at theShearwater Site are located in theHampton Gray Memorial Building.

Please note that unless otherwiseindicated, programs are offered inEnglish. For other program infor-mation and details, please visitwww.halifaxmfrc.ca.

NOTE for all casual care pro-grams: Parents are responsible toprovide necessary clothing anditems for their children, i.e. - appro-priate indoor and outdoor clothing/footwear, diapers, wipes, change ofclothes, bottles, etc.

Quick Index:Deployment Programs p 13Francophone Programs p 13Family Programs p 13Children’s Programs p 14Youth Programs p 14Adult Programs p 14

Special Events andFamily ActivitiesDad & Me – Laser Tag

Halifax SiteChildren 6 years and up and their

dadsCome out for a fun-filled after-noon of outside laser tag. There willbe a laser tag course set-up in thefield behind the Halifax Site MFRCwith various types of games toplay. A snack will be provided andthose attending will have the op-portunity to connect with other mil-itary families.

Sunday, Oct. 23, 1 to 3 p.m.Cost:$7/person.

Deadline to register: Wednes-day, Oct. 19. Halloween Spook-tacularFun Day

Halifax SiteChildren under 8 years.Bring your family to the Hallo-

ween Spook-tacular Fun Day andenjoy an afternoon filled withpumpkin carving, a costume con-test, games, Halloween themedcrafts and some yummy snacks.Sunday, October 30, 1 to 3 p.m.

Cost: $3/person, under 12months free.

Deadline to register: Ticketsmay be purchased until Oct. 26(only 150 will be sold, first comefirst serve). Halifax Small BusinessShowcase

Halifax SiteCome join us for our first annual

Small Business Showcase at theMFRC. Get some Christmas shop-ping done and meet other militaryfamilies while supporting smallbusinesses run by military spouses.There is something for everyone atthe Showcase, including crafts,candles, baked goods, photographyservices and more.

Friday, Nov. 4, 4 to 8 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Cost: $1 per family. Call 427-

7206 for more information.

Family BingoFamily event, all ages welcome.

Halifax site Everybody loves bingo. So why

not make an afternoon of it withyour family? Sunday Nov. 6, 1 to 3p.m.

Cost: $5 per person, Children 3years and under are free.

Deadline to Register: Wednes-day, Nov. 2 by 4 p.m.Winter Wonderland

PSP and the MFRC are present-ing the popular Winter Wonder-land event on Dec. 17. Details willbe announced soon – please sign upfor the MFRC’s enews (email yourcontact to enews@halifaxmfrc.ca)or join the Halifax & RegionMFRC on Facebook for informa-tion.

Deployment Programsand EventsDeployment Café

Halifax SiteBe our guest. If you have a loved

one who is deployed, you are invit-ed to come check out our deploy-ment café. You’ll be treated to afabulous meal, socialize with otherdeployed family members andstaff. Participants are welcome toshare their own experiences, aswell as learn from others. Pleasecome join us for dinner and get con-nected with other families in yourcommunity. Don’t miss out. Calland book your spot now. Casualcare is available at no cost to par-ticipants.

Sunday, Oct. 16; Nov. 6 and 20,4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Cost: Covered by DeploymentServices

Deadline to register: Wednes-days prior to each session by 4 pm.Cycle of DeploymentWorkshop

Halifax Site Whether you are currently

experiencing, about to experience,or have already experienced de-ployment, this workshop is for you.The cycle of deployment workshopcovers the various challenges and

On Tuesday Sept 20, Unit Family Reps attended a meet and greet at the Halifax Site of the MFRC. UnitFamily Reps work with the individual units, families and the MFRC to keep people connected and in-formed. Unit Family Reps are located in many units throughout Halifax, Central and Northern NS andCape Breton. Contact us to find out who your rep is.

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opportunities faced before, duringand after deployment. Casual careprovided. Oct. 18, 6 to 8 p.m. Nocost.

Deadline to Register: Oct. 13.We’re talking Reunion

Halifax site Come join us for afun interactive evening to discussand share the joys/challenges of re-union. Tuesday Oct. 25, 6 to 8 p.m.

Deadline to register Oct. 20

FrancophonePrograms and EventsParent/Bambin (Français)

Site : CRFM de Shearwater –Salle parent and tot

Âges: de 0 à 5 ansLes mardis matins 9 h30 to 11

h30Coût : 2$ par enfants militaire et

3$ par enfants non-militaireAucune inscription n’est requiseCafé françaisSite de Shearwater – Salle du

conseil administratifAdulte +18Cette activité qui s’adresse aux

familles de militaires francophonesest un lieu d’échange où l’on parlede ce qui touche la vie militairedans la région d’Halifax. On se ret-rouve pour tisser des liens etprendre un café entre nous, dansune ambiance décontractée et letout se passe en français. Les jeunesenfants sont bien heureux de jouerensemble, sous la supervision dupersonnel du Casual Care (servicede garde occasionnel).

Les jeudis 9h30 à 11h30Coût: 2$ par personne famille

militaire / 6$ autresDate limite d’inscription: réser-

ver au plus tard le lundi avant16h00 pour profiter du service degarde pour les enfants de 0 à 5 ans,au coût de 4$ par enfant/ 7$ parfamille.Activité pour lacommunauté francophone– Randonnée en chariot

Site: Isnor Stable – 1060 cheminOld Sambro, Harrietsfield

Pour toute la familleVenez nous rejoindre pour une

randonné en chariot à l’ancienne. .Cette activité de plein air ramènedes souvenirs d’être à la ferme;complet avec un zoo. Jeux, colla-tions et bricolages seront fournispour ajouter à l’atmosphère de fam-ille en réunion. Une excellente fa-çon de passer un après-midi d’au-tomne.

Le samedi 15 oct, de 13h00 à15h00

Coût: 6$ par personne (famillemilitaires) 25$ par famille

Date limite d’inscription: le ven-dredi, 7 octobre avant 16h00.Soirée Francophone pourles conjointes militaires

Economy Shoe ShopÂge: 18 ans +Venez nous retrouver à de char-

mant et unique resto d’endroits va-riés d’Halifax et de Dartmouth. Ledernier vendredi du mois nousdonne l’occasion de se retrouverparmi d’autres femmes françaisespour partager un bon repas et debelles histoires. Tout le monde estbienvenu mais la priorité sera ac-cordée aux conjointes militaires.Place limité don réservé tôt pourvous assurez une place. Plaisir etrire garanti.

Le 28 oct 18H30 à 21H30Economy Shoe Shop - 1663 Ar-

gyle Street, Halifax N-É B2J 2B5Coût : Chaque participante dé-

fraie le coût de son repas.Date limite d’inscription : le 25

octobre. Pour vous inscrire com-muniquez avec Brenda ou Sonia au720-1885 / 720-2113. Brunch pour les famillesfrancophones au Centrede la jeunesse

Site de Shearwater: Centre de lajeunesse Henderson Sweetman

Pout toute la familleVenez nous rejoindre pour

prendre le brunch ensemble. Toutle monde est bienvenu. . Une belleoccasion de passer du temps en-semble come famille et de ren-contrer vos voisin.

Le dimanche 13 nov, de 10H00 à13H00

Coût: 3 $ par personne famillemilitaire, 5 $par personne autre

Date limite d’inscription: le mer-credi 9 novembre.Noël pour les famillesfrancophones - Réveillon

Gymnase du CRFM – Shearwa-ter. Pour toute la famille.

Un Noël francophone tradition-nel pour célébrer la saison. . Lesmembres de la communauté vont

partagés des mets traditionnels «pot-au-feu » avec leurs voisin dansune célébration des fêtes. Des platsde toutes les régions; tourtières,dinde, six-pâte et bûche de Noël, lamusique française et même le père-noël. Traditions et plaisir pour par-tager en familles.

Le samedi 3 déc 2011 de 13h00-16h00Coût : 2$ par personne defamille militaire – un ans et moinsgratuitLes familles doivent fournirune liste des aliments qu’ils amène-ront au pot-au-feu. S’il vous plaîtnoter que ce sera un endroit sansarachides et noix. Il est nécessairede nous avertir si il y a des allergieslors de l’inscription.

Date limite d’inscription : lemercredi 23 novembre 2011.

Children’s Programsand Events

Emergency and Respite Child-care. Find out more at:

http://www.halifaxmfrc.ca/e/services/family-support/child-care.aspWeekday Casual Care

Halifax and Shearwater SitesAges: 3 months to 12 yearsCasual care is short-term child-

care for military families whenthey have appointments or they justneed a break. Monday to Fridaymornings (9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) and af-ternoons (1 to 4 p.m.).

Cost: $5/hr for children under 18months, $4/hr for children over 18months

Registration available one weekin advance, for Shearwater Site call720-1038 and for Halifax Site call722-4663.Saturday Casual Care

Halifax and Shearwater SitesAges: 3 months to 12 yearsSaturday Casual Care is provid-

ed on alternate Saturdays at the Ha-lifax and Shearwater Sites. Parentsare asked to register for this pro-gram as early as possible becausespaces are limited and they fill upquickly. Experiencing deploy-ment? Let us know as respite hourscan be used.

Shearwater Site: Saturday, Octo-ber 15 and 29; November 26

Halifax Site: Saturday, October22; November 5 and 19

10 a.m to 3 p.m.Cost: $5/hr for children under 18

months, $4/hr for children over 18months

Deadline to register: Wednesdaybefore the session. Parent and Tot

Halifax and Shearwater SitesAges: Infant to 5 yearsHalifax Site (38 Macdougall

Street): Tuesday and ThursdaysShearwater Site: English - Mon-

days, Wednesdays and Thursdays;French - Tuesdays 9:30 to 11:30a.m.

Cost: Military $2/child and civil-ian (Halifax only) $3/child

Military only. No registration re-quired but due to fire code we canonly have 25 people in the class-room, this includes children and

adults. You may experience a timewhere we are full and cannot acceptyour family into the program.

Youth Programsand Events

Henderson Sweetman YouthCentre

For details on becoming a mem-ber of the Youth Centre or for in-quiries on Youth Services, contactKelly Boutilier at 720-3038 oremail:Kelly.boutilier@forces.gc.ca. Fordrop-in times and more, check outwww.halifaxmfrc.ca/youth.Halloween Movieand Treat

Ages: 8-15 YearsThursday, Oct. 13, 6 to 8 pmCost: $2 for Henderson Sweet-

man Youth Centre members, $4 fornon-members.

Deadline to register: Tuesday,Oct. 11.Home Alone for Youth

Halifax and Shearwater SitesAges: 10 - 15 yearsYouth are invited to join the

MFRC and learn various skills,such as stove safety, basic first aidand how to plunge a toilet in orderto stay home by themselves.

Shearwater Site - HendersonSweetman Youth Centre: Saturday,Oct. 15, 1-4 pm Register by Oct.11.

Halifax Site - 38 MacDougallStreet: Saturday, Nov. 19, 1 to 4p.m Register by Nov. 15.

Cost: $5/person (military)Call 427-7788 for more informa-

tion and to register. Halloween Chocolate Making

Ages: 8-15 YearsThursday, October 20, 6 to 8

p.m.Cost: $4 for Henderson Sweet-

man Youth Centre members, $6 fornon-members.

Deadline to register: Tuesday,Oct. 18.Halloween Party

Ages 8-15 yearsWear your costume as prizes will

be awarded for the best costume,most original and more. There willbe games, contests and treats.

Saturday, Oct. 29, 6 to 9 p.m.

Adult Programsand EventsCoffee Connections

Halifax and Shearwater SitesFriday mornings, 9:30 to 11:30

a.m.Cost: $2/military family mem-

ber $6/non-military family mem-ber

Casual Care: $3/child or $6/mil-itary family

Deadline to Register: Tuesdaysprior to each session.

Extreme Couponing -MFRC Style

Halifax and Shearwater SitesJoin the H&R MFRC for the Ex-

treme Couponing workshop andlearn great techniques that can helpsave your family money. An out-side facilitator will present theworkshop and share her experi-ences of saving her family over$300 a month using coupons. Par-ticipants will leave the workshopwith tips on how to save money us-ing coupons, and a folder filledwith valid Canadian coupons.

Halifax Site: Saturday, October15, 9 to 11 a.m (Register by Oct.12)

Shearwater Site: Tuesday, Octo-ber 18, 6 to 8 p.m. (Register by Oct.13)

Cost: $15/personFacilitation Training

Halifax SiteOur Facilitation Training work-

shop guarantees an interactive andfun approach to Behavioral StyleFacilitation.

Oct. 17, 18, 19, 20 and 24, 6 to 9p.m.

Cost: $50 Deadline to Register and Pay:

Monday, Oct. 10. Evening Coffee

Halifax and Shearwater Sites What better way to wind down

from a long day then to have coffeeand dessert with your friends.

Join us for our new Evening Cof-fee program every Thursday eve-ning (alternating between the Hali-fax and Shearwater Sites) for infor-mal chats and some much neededdown-time. This is a great opportu-nity to connect with other CF fam-ily members, learn something newand share some laughs. This pro-gram is for adults (19+) only andcasual care is provided.

Halifax Site: Thursday, Oct. 20;Nov. 2 and 17, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Shearwater Site: Thursday, Oct.13 and 27; Nov. 10 and 24, 6:30 to8:30 p.m.

Cost: $2 drop-in fee/militaryfamily members; $6/non-militaryfamily membersDeadline to Regis-ter: Mondays prior to the session by4 p.m.Out N’ About - Ghost Walkof Historic Halifax

Downtown HalifaxAdult Program. Join us for a

walking tour through Halifax andhear eerie tales, little known factsand intriguing stories of hauntedbuildings, troubled spirits and oddoccurrences. The tour starts at theOld Town Clock (halfway up Cita-del Hill) and finishes at the Mari-time Museum of the Atlantic (alongthe waterfront). Friday, Oct. 21,7:30 to 9:30pmCost: Special dis-count - $8/person: exact changeonly please. Deadline to Register:Tuesday, Oct. 18. Standard First Aidand CPR Level C

RTF Building 335 - ShearwaterThis two-day program will provideparticipants with certification inStandard First Aid/CPR level C.

Oct. 22 and 23, 8 a.m. to 4p.m.Cost: $50/military familymember Deadline to Register andPay: Monday, Oct. 17, 4 p.m.Spaces are very limited and onlythose who have made full paymentare considered registered. Prioritywill be given to military familymembers.Brunch Bunch

Meet in front of Redwood Grill Redwood Grill (Future Inn) - 30

Fairfax Drive, Bayers Lake, Hali-fax Saturday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m. to 1p.m.Cost: Participants are respon-sible for the cost of their meal. Ca-sual Care: $6/child;$9/family.

Registration Deadline: Wednes-day, Sept. 21, 4 p.m. Change – What’s Upwith That?

Halifax SiteAre you a family with a CF mem-

ber who has become ill, injured ordeveloped a special need whileserving? Do you feel unsure aboutwhat the future holds or anxiousabout how things might be differentnow? Change due to illness or in-jury affects everyone in the family.If this sounds familiar and you wantto learn ways to manage and copewith change effectively, come andcheck out this two-session work-shop series called Change: What’sUp with That?Coping & ConnectingWednesday, Nov. 2, 6:30 to 8:30p.m. (register by Sunday, Oct. 30).

Parenting through Change:Wednesday, Nov. 9, 6:30 to 8:30p.m. (register by Friday, Nov. 4).

Registration fees and childcarefor each topic will be at no cost toparticipants.Come Out N’ About withthe H&R MFRCto Bangor and Kittery

Adult ProgramThe Halifax & Region, Monc-

ton, Gagetown and GreenwoodMFRCs in partnership with Atlan-tic Tours Ltd. are embarking on anexciting shopping trip and we wantyou to join us. Adult military fam-ily members plus one guest (18+)are invited to come Out N’ Abouton a three day shopping to trip toBangor, Maine and Kittery, NewHampshire to enjoy Black Friday –the famous shopping day in theUnites States. Leaving Halifax onThursday, Nov. 24 and returningSunday, Nov. 27, this trip includesaccommodations for three nights,transportation on a motor coachand three breakfast meals. Don’tmiss out on this great opportunityto get some holiday shopping doneand even check out the outletstores.

Nov. 24 to 27Cost: military discounted rate

(based on hotel room occupancy)$100 deposit due at the time of

booking.Registration Date: Oct. 22Very limited spaces available.

Passport required. Participantsmust call Atlantic Tours directly tobook a spot: 1-800-565-7173.

On Sept. 20 MFRC Op We Care volunteers packed fall packages for Nova Scotians deployed to locations around the world. Op We Care isalways looking for support. Contact us for more info. Thanks to all the volunteers who gathered surprises for the deployed members and whodonated their timeto sort, wrap, pack and decorate the boxes.

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The annual Aboriginal pre-recruiting course is setto launch on Oct 15 and run until Nov 3. Thirty-twoFirst Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals haveregistered for the course, which is an introductionto life in the CF in general and an introduction toBasic Training.

Twelve girls and 20 boys, of ages 17 - 25, arescheduled to participate in the event which in-volves an orientation to life in the Navy, Army, andAir Force. This course will give these individualsan opportunity to visit various locations on base,such as the military museums, the barracks, andvarious demonstrations.

They will ride in the RHIBs, practice at theshooting range, put out fires at the Damage ControlDivision school, and sit in a helicopter simulator inShearwater. They will spend four days in Alder-shot, learning about camouflage, learning how tofind their way in the woods with a map and a com-pass, and rappel off a tower.

“We’ll remove from them their regular commod-ities,” said PO1 Marc Lavoie, Regulating PO withCFNOS, Seamanship Division. “We’ll show themwhat it’s like to be on Basic Training: give them ataste of military life and show to properly store yourclothes, polish your boots, and how to handle your-self. After three weeks, they look quite sharp. I wasquite proud to be a part of it last year.”

Last year, 30 registered and 28 graduated thecourse. Those 28 individuals signed into the pro-gram, most of them into the Regular Force. PO1Lavoie hopes to have similar numbers signing upthis year from this pre-recruiting course. The grad-uation ceremony will take place on Nov 3, 2011.

Course attracts recruitsBy Benjamin J. DeLongTrident Staff

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These questions certainly cantear at your heart. Too often weknow people who are in these orsimilar life-altering situations.That’s one of the main reasons I be-came involved in GCWCC. Afterseeing the good work done by ourcharity last year I was privileged tobecome the co-chair of the UnitedWay of Halifax Region Campaign.Along with Joanne Keigan and theentire Campaign ManagementTeam, we are encouraging you tobe more aware of the plight of thepeople in our community, whoneed our assistance.

Within United Way of HalifaxRegion, there are 57 registeredcharities that depend on our sup-port. Daycare centres, women’sshelters, food banks, safe houses,summer camps for under privilegedyouth, legal aid services, senior’sprograms or support to abandoned

animals are just some of the charities thatneed our support.

Veith House, just a few blocks away fromthe base, is unique in one of the many ser-vices they offer in Halifax. Within HRM,Veith House is the only safe and controlledhaven for non-custodial parents or extendedfamily members to have supervised familyaccess visits. Veith House, only a couple ofyears ago, was facing the tough decision ofpotentially closing their doors due to risingcosts and a lack of effective fundraising. Ac-cording to Cheryl Downton, Veith House’sExecutive Director, “United Way providessupport to our programs. Without UnitedWay, we would be lost.”

In addition to the United Way charities,GCWCC supports 16 Healthpartners: groupsthat are truly concerned about our wellbeing,physical and mental health. Healthpartnerssuch as the Lung Association that focuses onchronic lung disease like asthma and COPD,infectious diseases like TB, flu, and pneumo-nia, and breathing disorders like sleep apnea,need our support.

When your volunteer GCWCC canvassercomes to seek your support, remember that weare so very fortunate to be part of the DefenceTeam and that there are people in our commu-nity that need our support. Please be generouswith your time or money as we show Halifaxthat we really do care.

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Le 27 août 2011, les neufmembres de la Force opéra-

tionnelle à Freetown ont été les in-vités d’honneur à la grande réou-verture du camp de scouts de Graf-ton, près de Freetown, en Sierra Le-one. Les invités et les scouts ontpris part à une cérémonie sincèrequi a compris un échange de ca-deaux, des chants et des trombesd’applaudissements rythmés pourremercier Scouts Canada, lesmembres de la Force opération-nelle à Freetown et la populationcanadienne pour leur générosité etleur compassion.

La Force opérationnelle à Free-town, l’équipe des Forces cana-diennes déployée en Sierra Leoneavec l’Équipe militaire internation-ale consultative en matière d’in-struction, s’est impliquée avec lasection locale du mouvement scoutpar l’entremise d’un projet de coo-pération civilo-militaire (COCIM).Avec un budget de 90000$ cana-diens, cette initiative s’est transfor-mée en l’effort de COCIM le plusambitieux des onze ans d’existencede la minuscule force opération-nelle.

La région de Freetown de la Sier-ra Leone compte environ 6000jeunes inscrits dans le mouvementscout et un seul camp, situé à Graf-ton, juste à l’extérieur de Freetownproprement dite. Le camp a été pra-tiquement détruit pendant la guerrecivile qui a fait rage de 1991 à 2002,quand il a été occupé par des com-battants du Front révolutionnaireuni et libéré par le contingent nigér-ian du Groupe de contrôle de laCommunauté économique desÉtats de l’Afrique de l’Ouest(ECOMOG).

La Force opérationnelle à Free-town a élaboré son projet de CO-CIM pour aider l’association desscouts de la Sierra Leone à rétablirle camp de scouts de Grafton. L’ob-jectif du projet était de créer l’infra-structure du camp requise pour lesprogrammes de citoyenneté etd’agriculture mis en œuvre par lesscouts pour les jeunes locaux.

La reconstruction a vraimentcommencé au début du mois de juinet a progressé rapidement malgrél’austérité du camp éloigné et le dé-but de la saison des pluies. On a

peinturé et réparé le toit de neuf bâ-timents, en plus de les équiper defenêtres et de lits superposés; unentrepôt a été reconstruit; les la-voirs ont été remis à neuf et deuxcuisines extérieures ont été réno-vées. Grâce à ces nouveaux toits,les scouts étaient maintenant bienprotégés contre les pluies dilu-viennes.

La Force opérationnelle à Free-town a également communiquéavec le Programme alimentaire

mondial et a organisé la livraisonde rations aux scouts qui étudientau camp Grafton pour devenir destechniciens agricoles.

L’Adjudant-chef Mike Lacroix,sergent-major de la Force opéra-tionnelle à Freetown, a fait appelaux contacts qu’il avait établi à titrede chef de troupe à Barrie, en Onta-rio, pour recueillir plus de 1300$pour le camp de scouts de Grafton.Scouts Canada a donné le mêmemontant par l’entremise de son

Fonds de fraternité. Un des bonsmoments de la cérémonie d’ouver-ture a été la présentation, par l’Ad-juc Lacroix, au chef scout de laSierra Leone, d’un chèque monu-mental pour la somme de 11$ mil-lions de SLL.

Pour lui rendre la faveur, lesscouts de la Sierra Leone ont nom-mé le commandant de la Force opé-rationnelle, le Lieutenant-colonel

Mike Vernon, chef suprême honor-aire de Grafton, et il a reçu uneveste et un chapeau africains pourl’occasion.

Par leur participation dévouée,les membres de la Force opération-nelle à Freetown ont aidé l’associ-ation des scouts de la Sierra Leone àse préparer à un avenir productifdans la région de Freetown.

Des Canadiens aident à reconstruire un camp de scouts en Sierra LeonePar le Captaine Patrick WoodsOP SCULPTURE

L’unifolié flotte avec les drapeaux de la Sierra Leone et du mouvement international scout à l’extérieur du bâtiment principal du camp descouts Grafton à l’arrivée des membres de la Force opérationnelle à Freetown pour la cérémonie d’ouverture officielle.The Maple Leaf flag flies with the flags of Sierra Leone and the worldwide Scouting movement outside the main building at Grafton ScoutCamp as members of Task Force Freetown arrive for the formal opening ceremony.

M 2 PATRICK CROZIER

On Aug. 27, 2011, the ninemembers of Task Force Freetownwere guests of honour at the open-ing of the rebuilt Grafton ScoutCamp near Freetown, Sierra Le-one. Guests and Scouts joined to-gether in a heartfelt ceremony withgifts, singing and outbursts ofrhythmic clapping to thank ScoutsCanada, the members of TaskForce Freetown and the people ofCanada for their generosity andcompassion.

Task Force Freetown, the Cana-dian Forces team deployed in Sier-ra Leone with the InternationalMilitary Advisory and TrainingTeam, got involved with the localbranch of the Scouting movementthrough a civil-military coopera-tion (CIMIC) project. With a bud-get of Cdn $90,000, it turned intothe most ambitious CIMIC effortever undertaken by the tiny taskforce in its 11 years of existence.

The Freetown area of Sierra Le-one has some 6,000 young peopleregistered in the Scouting move-ment, and only one Scout camp, lo-

cated in Grafton, just outside Free-town itself. The camp was largelydestroyed during the civil war thatraged from 1991 to 2002, when itwas occupied by fighters of theRevolutionary United Front andliberated by the Nigerian contin-gent of the Economic Communityof West African States MonitoringGroup (ECOMOG).

Task Force Freetown developedits CIMIC project to help the SierraLeone Scouts Association re-establish the Grafton Scout Camp.The project objective was to buildthe base camp infrastructure re-quired for the citizenship and agri-cultural programs the Scouts de-liver for local youth.

Rebuilding began in earnest byearly June and advanced quicklydespite the austerity of the remotecam, and the onset of the rainy sea-son. Nine buildings were painted,re-roofed, and equipped with win-dows and bunkbeds; a storagebuilding was rebuilt; the ablutionsfacilities were upgraded; and twooutdoor kitchens were improved.With new roofs over their heads,the Scouts stood up well to theheavy rains.

Task Force Freetown also con-tacted the World Food Programand arranged delivery of rations forScouts in training at Grafton asagricultural technicians.

CWO Mike Lacroix, the TaskForce Freetown Sergeant-Major,worked through the connections hebuilt as a Scout Leader in Barrie,Ont., to raise more than $1,300 forthe Grafton Scout Camp. Thisamount was matched by the WorldBrotherhood Fund of Scouts Cana-da. A highlight of the opening cer-emony was the presentation byCWO Lacroix to the the ChiefScout of Sierra Leone of a monstercheque in the amount of SLL $11million.

Returning the favour, the SierraLeone Scouts inducted the TaskForce Commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Mike Vernon as an honor-ary Paramount Chief of Grafton, aposition for which he was issuedwith an African vest and hat.

Through dedicated involve-ment, the members of Task ForceFreetown have helped the SierraLeone Scouts Association preparefor a productive future in the Free-town area.

Canadians help rebuild Scoutcamp in Sierra LeoneBy Capt Patrick WoodsOP SCULPTURE

This year, I’m Unit Coordinatorresponsible for making the link be-tween the GCWCC and the chap-lains’ team. What can I say to abunch of padres to ask them to giveto the cause? Appeal to their feel-ings? No, they already know theurgent needs of our community.Force them? Perhaps, but I can’t,and if the gift doesn’t come fromthe heart, it’s not as valuable.

I prefer to take the words of Je-sus from an extract of the Gospel:“As Jesus looked up, He saw therich putting their gifts into the tem-ple treasury. He also saw a poorwidow put in two very small cop-per coins. “Truly I tell you,” Hesaid, “this poor widow has put inmore than all the others. All thesepeople gave their gifts out of theirwealth; but she out of her povertyput in all she had to live on.” (Luke21, 1-4)

Here, Jesus talks about how the

kind of gift, offered by one’s ownchoice, should really count forGod. Choosing to give more mon-ey doesn’t necessarily make a bet-ter gift, especially if you don’t be-lieve in what you’re doing or if yougive only for the honour that itgives you. Like this poor widow,we are all poor in certain ways but,even still, we are called to serveour brothers and sisters who needmore necessities of life: healthcare, food, clothes and so on. Nev-ertheless, charity and generosityhave more than one face: in rela-tionships, at work, taking care ofyour family, taking time for yourcommunity and your spiritual life.

Lord, I often choose to give mysurplus and not something thatcosts me to give. It can be a part ofmy time, or a sum of money but itcould be also a request for help orforgiveness. Help me to under-stand, Lord, that my life is in Yourhands and that You never refusethe best for us when we pray toYou. You only ask for our love andour trust. So, Lord, give me charityand generosity to help my brothersand sisters in need and the confi-dence in Your Providence, thatYou will always take care of us onearth as in Heaven.

To give or not to give:this is not the question

Padre’s Corner

By Padre Sébastien DupotFormation Administration Chaplain

this is not the question

Padre’s CornerPadre’s Corner

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On Sept 16, PSP Halifax hostedthe inaugural PO2 Craig

Blake Memorial Fitness Challengeto honour the memory of FDU(A)diver PO2 Craig Blake, who waskilled by an IED in Afghanistan in2010. The Fitness Challenge is atriathlon, held at MacDonaldBeach in Shearwater, and it con-sists of a 300-meter swim, a 6.5Kcycle and a 2K run.

“Some of you probably don’tknow who Craig Blake was,” saidCPO2 Paul “Knobby” Walsh at theevent. “Besides being a clearancediver, and besides paying the ulti-mate sacrifice a little over a yearago, this kind of stuff here wassomething that was absolutely dearto Craig Blake,” he said regardingthe fitness event. “The sign ofteamwork, and the sign of camara-derie between everyone here isamazing. I don’t think I’ve seen somany smiling faces; and this iswhat this was all designed to do.”

One hundred forty two partici-

pants swam, biked, and/or ran as in-dividuals or as part of a team in theFitness Challenge. This was thelargest year to date for the newly re-named event. Again, a member ofthe Tridents Triathlon club tookhome the first place prize. Theclub’s president, LS Harry Reddin,FDU(A) diver, won the challengeoverall, for the second time run-ning, finishing the race in 29 min-utes 30 seconds; three minutesahead of runner-up Pierre Choui-nard.

“He’s one of the quickest guysthat we have,” said MCpl AdamSherlock of the Tridents club.“He’s setting the example for theclub.” About five members of theclub participated in the event. Foranyone who saw LS Reddin, he wasall smiles.

In the men’s team category,Chris MacIntyre, Brad Nisbet, andRob Featherston took home thefirst place trophies for their com-bined time of 30:44. In the wom-en’s divisions, Jamie Lawless wonwith a time of 37:54, and the wom-

en’s team, with a time of 34:59, wasDeirdre Doiron, Ellen Klein, andRebecca Gallant.

PO2 Blake was a cyclist and atriathlon athlete, who regularlycompeted in the then named NavyFitness Challenge. A 37-year-oldclearance diver with FDU(A), PO2Blake died on May 3, 2010, after animprovised explosive device deto-nated during a dismounted oper-ation about 25 kilometers south-west of Kandahar City in the Panj-wayi District. PO2 Blake joined theNavy in his late teens and had beenin FDU(A) since 2000.

The goal of the PO2 Craig BlakeMemorial Fitness Challenge is tobring people of all fitness levels to-gether to strive to do their bestthrough friendly competition. Par-ticipants may swim, bike, and runthe distances of the race as an indi-vidual or complete a single leg ofthe race as a part of a team.

For more information on theevent, or to see race times or pho-tos, visit PSP Halifax’s website atwww.psphalifax.ca.

Memorial challengebrings out camaraderieBy Benjamin J. DeLongTrident Staff

The newly renamed PO2 Craig Blake Memorial Fitness Challengetook place on Sept 16, 2011, to a crowd of over 150 participants, vol-unteers, and spectators. LS Harry Reddin won the challenge overall.

BENJAMIN J. DELONG, TRIDENT STAFF

The loaded carry is probablyone of the most overlookedmovements in strength and con-ditioning. These types of exercis-es have been around for a longtime and grew in popularitythrough the Strongman Event en-titled The Farmer’s Walk.Strongman competitions may beone of the reasons why peoplehave shied away from these exer-cises.

Well, fear no more. You don’tneed to be a 300lb freak to benefitfrom loaded carries. Think ofthem as walking planks becauseof their ability to strengthen yourcore. As a CF member you espe-cially want to become efficient atthis exercise to enhance your per-formance when in a situation thatrequires heavy lifting and carry-

ing. So how should you go aboutdoing it and when should youperform a loaded carry exercise?Loaded carries can be brokendown into three categories.

Category 1: Weights in handThis involves one handed and

two handed carries like the Wait-er’s Walk, which is performedholding weight overhead with astraight arm while maintaining aneutral spine; and the Farmer’sWalk, which is simply holdingweight to the side in each handand walking. You can also mix itup with a Cross Walk, which iswaiter’s walk in one hand, farm-er’s walk with the other.

Category 2: Bags, packs, andvest

Basic bag carries can be doneholding weight over the shoul-ders like a squat bar or bear-hug-ging it. The backpack and vest isless difficult as it leaves your

hands free like in the rucksackmarch.

Category 3: SledsThis method is simple. Hook a

sled up with a harness or weightbelt and tow away.

You should start practicingthese various carry styles threetimes a week. The most efficientway to do this would be to per-form them between sets. Thiswill increase your conditioningand core training all at once.Work at distances that you feelcomfortable doing and work yourway up.

Once you have tried all the dif-ferent types of carries thenyou’re ready for the true test.Combine them. Multiple varia-tions of a loaded carry in oneworkout are a great way to in-crease total body strength andbring your conditioning to thenext level.

For full descriptions of theseexercises or if you have any otherquestions, please email lu-cas.hardie@forces.gc.ca

THE FIT ZONEBy Lucas HardiePSP Halifax, Fitness & SportsInstructor

Stadacona Water Polo is a co-edrecreational water polo club thatstarted at CFB Halifax in Septem-ber 2007. The focus of the club is toprovide an opportunity for those in-terested in the sport to learn moreabout the game while providing afun and interesting way for playersto increase their level of physicalfitness. As an official PSP recre-ational club, Stadacona Water Polouses the STADPLEX pool to train,but matches are played at Centen-nial Pool and DALPLEX. The clubis open to both military and non-military personnel, and has both anadult (aged 18 years and up) andyouth wing. No experience is nec-essary and new players are alwayswelcome.

The adult wing practices onMonday nights from 7:30 to 9 p,m.

However, for those interested intaking it a little further, there areadditional practices available to de-velop game skill and tactics. Theadult wing also has regular sched-uled games and tournamentsthroughout the year for players in-terested in a little competition.

The youth wing practices onTuesday and Thursday eveningsfrom 7 to 9 p.m. As with the adultwing, the focus is on fun and intro-ducing new players to the game.

Water polo is a fun and excitinggame with high physical, technicaland psychological demands. It’slike no other team sport. No specif-ic skills are required: all you need isa love of the water, a readiness tohave fun and the desire to get fit.

For more information contactTony Wright by email atJames.Wright2@forces.gc.ca. Ifyou want to give it a try, feel free todrop in to one of our practices.

Water Polo Clubwelcomes new membersBy LCdr Tony WrightStadacona Water Polo Club

NCdt Will Sarty has been select-ed to represent Team Canada at the2011 World ArmwrestlingChampionships in Khazakstan.He has also received an invitationto compete at the Arnold Schwar-zenegger competition in 2012,based on his results from the recentCanadian National Armwrestlingchampionship, where NCdt Sartyearned his 11th consecutive nation-al title as winner in the Right Arm132lb class, and also took second inthe Left Arm 143lb class. Accord-ing to NCdt Sarty, “Along with mywin, I have now entered my secondyear with my major sponsor USPLabs Supplements as an elite ath-lete.”

There will be a Basic FitnessTraining Assistant Course

(BFTA) held from Oct 17 – 28,2011. This course, conducted byCFB Borden training staff, willtake place at the Fleet Fitness andSports Centre. Although thiscourse is open to all military per-sonnel, it is specifically targeted atUnit Fitness/Sports Reps. Themaximum number of participants is16, therefore course loading will beon a first-come / first-served basis.Loading procedures are to be donethrough the chain of command,who are to load their personnelthrough the MITE system. HMCShips’ personnel are course loadedby contacting LS Leblanc at 427-3476 or via email at josee.le-blanc@forces.gc.ca

For more information on theBFTA course, please contact theFleet Fitness Coordinator, JoseMartins at 427-1469.

Sports updatesBy Trident Staff

Fall means football, and fallat CFB Halifax means the an-nual Mini-Grey Cup game.

The 2011 Mini-Grey Cup willtake place on Porteous Field onFriday Nov. 4. Once again, theSlackers team, comprisingNCMs, will meet the Wardroomteam, made up of officers, in afriendly but highly competitivegame.

This year’s Mini-Grey Cupwill include a BBQ and tailgateparty, refreshments, a cheer-leading team, and entertainmentand a field goal competition at

halftime.Everyone who attended last

year’s game will remember thatthe Slackers had a decisive win,with a final score of 23 to 7. TheSlackers have won 11 consecu-tive Min-Grey Cup games and atotal of 19 out of the last 21games.

To inquire about playing onthe Slackers team, contact SeanParker at 427-3060, or by emailat parker.smd@forces.gc.ca.

To inquire about playing forthe Wardroom team, contactSLt Christopher Harding at 902-483-8911 or by email atchris.harding2@forces.gc.ca

42nd Mini-Grey Cupset for Nov. 4By Virginia BeatonTrident Staff

“The fog is not unusual at thiscourse, but definitely brings a dif-ferent dynamic to the game,” saidIsaac Habib Fitness and Sports In-structor. The COTW, and COTFWing Cup Golf Championshipskicked off on the morning of Tues-day, Sept. 13. A calm but foggymorning presented everyone in thecompetition with the same chal-

lenging environment. Each groupplayed a hard-fought round, butthere can only be one winner.

For COTW it was FLOG thatmanaged to come out on top and forCOTF it was HMCS Preserver.The 12 Wing winner was 12 AMSARO. The annual tournaments arecomprised of several differentsports challenges, awarding pointsaccording to how the team finishes.The winner of each individual chal-lenge is acknowledged and at theend of the year points are added up

and totalled, presenting COTW,and COTF Wing Cup with itschampion.

“It is a great annual event, creat-ing a bit of competition amongstthe guys and it forces them to getout and be physically active,” saidLouis Desouza, Fleet Sports Coor-dinator.

Congratulations to the winnersof this year’s golf challenge and abig thanks to Marc Jessome and therest of the staff at Hartlen Point forhosting the event.

Winners of the COTF, COTW and Wing Cup golf event accept congratulations from Louis Desouza, PSPFleet Sports coordinator.

JEREMY CORMIER, TRIDENT STAFF

Heavy fog slows the COTF/COTW/12Wing golf championshipsBy Jeremy CormierTrident Staff

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The Atlantic region women’ssoccer team was once again

victorious at the CF national cham-pionships held this year in Bordenfrom Sept. 10 to 16.

The team was undefeated, fin-ishing with five wins and one tiedgame. They played six games infive days, scoring eight goals andzero goals against.

Fourteen players went to Bor-den, of which eight were what Iconsider to be rookies with the Na-tional Level Program, the other sixbeing returning veteran players.

Disposition of players and roo-kies by region was as follows: fourrookies and one returning playerfrom CFB Gagetown; three rookiesand one returning player from CFBHalifax; and one rookie and four re-turning players from 14 WingGreenwood.

Special notice goes to MCpl Ce-

line Lavigne (Gagetown/Bath-hurst) for earning three GameMVPs and being named to the all-star team. Cpl Pamela Evans of 14Wing Greenwood earned twoGame MVPs and also was named tothe all-star team. Lt Laura Kelly,from CFB Gagetown has not let in agoal in the past two years in 11 con-secutive games, and Lt(N) JessicaDulac from MARLANT receivedone yellow card, our only one.Graham White, PSP sports coordi-nator from 14 Wing Greenwood,received the CF Dedication Award,which was well deserved.

This is the Atlantic women’sthird win in the past four yearssince the introduction of the wom-en’s category to the CF nationalsoccer program. In the one year thatthe Atlantic women didn’t win,they came in second.

At this time, I would like to per-sonally thank the PSP staff for theirsupport, guidance and assistanceduring this past month.

Atlantic team wins women’snational soccer title

The Atlantic team squares off against the Ontario team from CFB Petawawa during the 2011 CF Women’sNational Championship, held at CFB Borden on Sept. 15, 2011.

CPL KATIE HODGES, CFSTG IMAGERY

By MWO Aret AkcakiryanCoach, Atlantic Women’s Soccer

When I was offered the oppor-tunity by PSP to return to the

Army Run for 2011, I knew emo-tions would run high but I neverimagined that I would have such anamazing experience. My incredibleadventure began with running intoCapt Debra Carter at the airport.Capt Carter is the person who con-vinced me in 2004, when I was try-ing out for the MARLANT Nijme-gen team, that anyone could com-plete a marathon. Prior to meetingand being trained by Capt Carter Ialways thought only special ath-letes with special genes could ac-complish such a task. Well, sheshowed me that a little science anda lot of willpower can get you veryfar with any goal setting no matterwho you are.

It turns out Capt Carter was ac-tually on her way to the Army Runas a representative of Soldier OnProgram when we met up thatmorning. Capt Carter herself wasinjured in 2004 and she explainedto me that the program supportednot only soldiers who where in-jured in Afghanistan but all sol-diers who were injured in the line ofduty. She talked about how manymembers, although injured, stillwant to serve and lead a productivelife within the CF. This is some-thing many other soldiers in othermilitaries are already doing as Iwitnessed during the Bataan Me-morial Death March. It is a hum-bling experience to complete such agruelling race next to soldiers whoare running with artificial limbssince being injured while servingtheir country.

After arriving in Ottawa I went

to City Hall and attended an eventwhich featured John Stanton, thefounder and owner of the RunningRoom. John is an incredibly giftedmotivational speaker and passedalong some words of wisdom tothose running Sunday morning.John had invited me to join him andthe events Pace Rabbits for an in-formal three km run through beau-tiful Ottawa along the canal. Whatan inspiring way to begin the week-end.

Typically, the evening before arun there is a pasta dinner offered tothe participants, allowing them tocarb up. During the Army Run’spasta dinner, Jason Dunkeley, ablind runner who represented Can-ada during three Paralympics,spoke about growing up with a dis-ability. He explained that physicalfitness was always important in hislife and with a little help from a few

people, you can achieve incrediblegoals. It reminded me of our in-jured personnel who were woundedin the line of duty and who with alittle help from the Soldier On Pro-gram are realizing that they too canachieve whatever they set theirminds to.

The race was a success with animpressive near 15,000 people par-ticipating. I would like to make spe-

cial mention of the LFAA HQ maleand female teams from Halifaxwho finished first in their divisions.Capt Carter also surpassed her ex-pected goal by an incredible sevenminutes. Congratulations to allwho participated in honouringthose who serve our country andthose who were injured in the lineof duty by running this year’s ArmyRun.

The Army Run 2011By PO2 Patick Lavigne Boiler Room I/C HMCS Preserver

Runners, walkers, and rollers take off from the half marathon massstart line at the 2011 Canada Army Run in Ottawa.

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HMCS Toronto’s kick-off forthe GCWCC was held in the ship’sshore office on Sept. 22, 2011. To-ronto’s CO, Cdr Paul Forget, ad-dressed the ship’s company duringa hands fall in and shared with thecrew that this year’s campaign wasnear and dear to his heart. Cdr For-get is also the Co-Director of theGCWCC.

The CO gave us some informa-tion about last year’s campaign; es-pecially that the Fleet participationwas just under 10 per cent. He toldus that one of the big points for himthis year was going to be that every-one aboard is exposed to informedcanvassing. Of course, it’s alwaysup to the individual to decide to do-nate or to choose not to, just as longas everybody gets asked.

Cdr Forget also brought up that ifwe do decide to make a donation,we can decide exactly where thatdonation goes. It doesn’t have to beto the United Way. The UnitedWay is absolutely one of the choic-es, but donations can also be madeto any of the more than 85,000 reg-istered charities in Canada. The op-tion also exists to spread your dona-tion over more than one charity.

The CO issued a challenge to theship’s company: if each of uswould be willing to give up a Star-bucks coffee a month (or two Tim-mys), we could blow our goal out ofthe water. And since these dona-tions can be done through payrolldeductions over the course of ayear, it’s almost painless. He alsotold the crew not be shy and to feelfree to go bigger on our donations ifone so chooses.

Toronto’s ship’s company didwhat they do best. They stepped upin fine style and in an hour, duringthe sign-up blitz, Toronto pledgedmore than $6500, which amountsto more than 65 per cent of our goalof $10,000.

Go Toronto. Go Navy.

GCWCC kicksoff for HMCSTorontoBy LS Christie Roddick2 I/C GCWCC TorontoThe Terry Fox Run at Kandahar

Airfield, a 5K participationrace conducted on Sunday, Sept. 4,2011, attracted 467 dedicated run-ners from Australia, Canada, theNetherlands, the United Kingdomand the United States. The KAFedition of the run was held well inadvance of the National Terry FoxRun in Canada, which took placeon Sept. 18.

Although preparations beganvery early, by the time the last run-ner finished, the temperature hadclimbed to 36 degrees Celsius.Thanks to the hard work of the vol-unteer organizers, the event pro-ceeded without a hitch.

“The fact that [troops in Kanda-har] organize and participate in theTerry Fox Run in circumstancesthat are less than ideal is reasonenough to celebrate this unique andmemorable fund-raising effort,”said Breeda McClew, the InterimInternational Director of the TerryFox Foundation. “It is the spirit inwhich our Canadian troops cometogether, with other nations, in or-der to contribute to Terry’s dreamthat reminds us all of the lastinginfluence of his Marathon ofHope.”

The volunteer force included 21members of the Mission TransitionTask Force (MTTF), led by MajDoris Berscheid-King, Capt Kim-berly van Muyen, Stephan Rain-ville and Jeffery Lauzier.

Preparations for the Terry Foxrun took months, beginning in ear-nest last July. Volunteers regis-tered runners, collected funds, or-ganized delivery of T-shirts fromCanada, obtained prizes, set up therace route with safety stations, andprovided water and Tim Hortonsrefreshments for participants.

“Because I’ve been involved inthe past, I know the challenges thatare associated with organizing arun of this size, and definitely in adeployed operation,” said Capt vanMuyen. “It’s for a really goodcause and everyone was keen andpositive, so it’s good to be in-volved.”

When the run was completed,BGen Chuck Lamarre, the MTTFCommander, addressed the crowd.“We have raised US$4,850 for theTerry Fox Foundation, thanks to allof you,” he said. Late donationsbrought the final amount donatedto more than US$5,000.

Lineman Cpl Jean-PhilippeDion of the MTTF Headquartersand Signals Squadron set a person-al best for the 5K distance with arocket-fast time of 16:37 minutes.

The run attracted 371 Cana-dians. The surprise was the admi-ration the Terry Fox Run generatedamong our allies at KAF, many ofwhom were inspired by the story ofthe original 1980 Marathon ofHope.

Running across Canada to raisefunds for cancer research, TerryFox completed 143 marathons in143 days, for a total of 5,373 K on a

prosthetic leg. He suspended therun on Sept. 1, 1980 in ThunderBay, Ontario, because the cancerthat took his leg had reappeared.He died on June 28, 1981, at the ageof 22. To date, more than Cdn$550million has been raised for cancerresearch through Terry Fox Runsheld each year in September acrossCanada and around the world.

Paul Lacoursiere is a Canadiancivilian working at KAF as themanager of the Joint ContractsCell. He both volunteered at andcompleted the run. “I’m inspiredby those who bravely fought, andmotivated by those who are stillfighting,” he said. He ran the race

with the names of relatives affect-ed by cancer written on the back ofhis Terry Fox T-shirt.

Mark Varo, a gym attendant em-ployed at KAF by the CanadianForces Personnel Support Agency,agreed to shave off the beard thattook him 28 years to grow if troopscould raise US$3,000 through theTerry Fox Run. After BGen La-marre presented the cheque forUS$4,850, he proceeded to clip offVaro’s long white beard. This isVaro’s second deployment in Af-ghanistan, and his two daughtersare in for a surprise when he getshome as they have never seen theirfather without facial hair.

The last Terry Fox Run in Kandahar?By Captain Thanh Loan Nguyenand Jeffery Lauzier

Participants set off on the 5K route of the 2011 Terry Fox Run in Kan-dahar.

CPL PATRICK DROUIN

On September 8, 2011, Old Na-vy made a generous contributionof $81,737.70 to the MilitaryFamilies Fund (MFF). In an eventthat took place in Ottawa, Carla

Keown, the Old Navy DistrictManager for Ontario East, pre-sented the cheque to the Chief ofMilitary Personnel (CMP), RAdmAndy Smith.

“It’s a little overwhelming – thecontribution that’s come in. In thelast 10 or so years, there has been arekindling of affection for the men

and women in the CF,” said RAdmSmith. “The donation is a reflec-tion of the outpouring of supportby Canadians and Canadian socie-ty. I applaud Old Navy for theircontribution. It takes time and ef-fort and it speaks to a strong, com-munity-based focus.”

To date, the MFF has providedhelp to over 700 families. TheMFF exists solely through the do-nations of private donors and cam-paigns such as this are crucial inproviding a meaningful link in en-abling the neediest military fam-ilies to have the support they needto take care of themselves and toallow the serving members to car-ry on with the mission.

Operation Troop DonationBy Matt ZalotPAO, CMP and Legal