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By Virginia Beaton, Trident Staff

A 21-gun salute from Citadel Hill thundered across the harbour as people stood silent in Halifax’s Grand Parade for the Royal Canadi- an Legion’s annual Remembrance Day ceremony. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the battle of Pass- chendaele, stated Jay Tofflemire, First Vice President of Nova Scotia/Nunavut Command of the Royal Canadian Legion. As master of ceremonies for the occasion, Tofflemire reminded the crowd of the importance of remembering and acknowledging the contributions of Canada’s military personnel, both past and present. He spoke of visiting the Last Steps memorial that commemorates First World War military members who departed Canada to serve in Eu- rope, and noted, “It’s one lof many monuments that remind us of what our young men and women have LS Richard Balbuena stands sentry at the National War Memorial in Ottawa during Remembrance Day ceremonies on November 11. done for Canada.” PTE TORI LAKE, CFSU OTTAWA The ceremony included the traditional two minutes of silence in memory of the fallen, as well as the Flowers of the Forest Lament, the Dominican-born sailor Last Post, and a helicopter flypast. The Act of Remembrance was followed by the release of a group of white doves, symbolizing the proud to represent RCN wish for peace, and the reading of Psalm 121. As the Queen’s representative, His Honour Arthur LeBlanc, Lieu- tenant Governor of Nova Scotia, on Remembrance Day laid the first wreath at the memorial. By Ryan Melanson, Now, LS Balbuena is is reflecting but it really isn’t about me. I’ve been Karen Sutherland, the sister of Trident Staff on what may be his most important tasked to represent the Navy, so I’ll Pte Nathan Smith, laid a wreath tasking yet. As part of the 2017 Re- be standing up straight and looking as the representative of Memorial LS Richard Balbuena left his office membrance Day Sentry Program, he proud on behalf of all my brothers in Cross families. Pte Smith, a na- job in Montreal in 2009 to pursue an was selected as one of just six CAF arms,” he said. tive of Nova Scotia, was killed in exciting and fulfilling career in the members to stand stand sentry at the He was joined in Ottawa by his wife Afghanistan in 2002. Royal Canadian Navy, and less than National War Memorial during cer- Nancy and a number of family mem- RAdm Craig Baines, Commander a decade later, he knows he made the emonies on November 11. bers from Quebec, while his four chil- JTFA and MARLANT, laid a right choice. The program was established in dren tuned in to the Remembrance wreath, followed by military and As a Weapons Engineering Techni- 1998, and selection is considered a Day service from home. diplomatic entities such as 1 Cana- cian in the Atlantic Fleet, he’s served high honour, with units nominating As someone who came to Canada dian Air Division, Veterans Affairs in HMC ships Toronto, Ville de Que- members who have shown exceptional as an immigrant at a young age, LS Canada, consuls from the United bec, and Fredericton, completed ex- service and dedication to their country. Balbuena has always seen his service States and Norway, the RCMP, the tensive deployments in the Caribbean The six CAF members, along with one as an opportunity to give back to the Canadian Naval Memorial Trust, and Mediterranean, helped intercept RCMP participant, also take part in a country for welcoming his family so the Fleet Club, the Last Post Fund, illicit cargo in the Arabian Sea, and busy week-long program that includes warmly almost 30 years ago. Honour- and many more. Civic, professional provided important Spanish transla- a meeting with the Governor General, ing our veterans and the sacrifices of and academic groups and organiza- tion during a trip to South America, visits to Parliament Hill and RCMP those who served in the past is a part tions including Halifax Regional just to name a few tasks. facilities, and other special events. of that, he said. Municipality, Dalhousie University, “Every day can be different in the LS Balbuena is proud to be called “Since the day my family moved several unions, and several frater- Navy, and that’s part of the reason I upon for such an important ceremo- here, when we first touched Canadian nities and sororities, to name but a joined,” said LS Balbuena, who was nial duty, just like he was earlier this soil, we felt a welcoming. I was feeling few, also participated in the wreath born in the Dominican Republic and ar- year when he represented the RCN at patriotic before I could even speak laying. rived in Quebec with his family in 1988. the Canadian National Vimy Memo- the official languages. It makes me so HMCS Scotian hosted a ceremony “I’m around amazing people every rial in France, but he prefers to focus proud to say this is my country, and at the Sailors’ Memorial in Point day, seeing countries and places that on the big picture, rather than his to be showing respect for people who Pleasant Park, and 12 Wing Shear- I never thought I would see, and I’m personal accomplishments. have given their lives and sacrificed water held one at the Afghanistan a part of something bigger than just “Of course it feels good to be recog- themselves in the name of our values. Memorial at the wing. myself.” nized for how you’ve done your job, It’s very important to me.” November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 3 MARLANT image tech ‘overwhelmed’ with pride during sentry duty

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

PO2 Peter Reed has made a career out of photographing CAF members and capturing significant military moments, but his most recent tasking put him on the other side of the camera lens. An Imaging Technician with For- mation Imaging Services in Halifax, PO2 Reed served as the Sentry Com- mander for the tri-service rotation of this year’s National Sentry Program in Ottawa, marching members out to the National War Memorial each day to stand sentry and guard over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. “There’s an overwhelming feeling each time I march the troops out,” PO2 Reed said. “I was nervous at first, but once you actually start marching toward the tomb, there’s just such a strong sense of pride, and of the dedication I’ve brought to the service and to my career.” The tri-service rotation, composed of 20 personnel of mixed Army, RCAF and RCN backgrounds, marks the final leg of the 2017 National Sentry Program, which began on April 9 and ended on November 10. The group ar- PO2 Peter Reed served as Sentry Commander for the tri-service rotation of the 2017 National Sentry Program from October 21 to rived in Ottawa a week early for drill November 10. and training, including knowledge MCPL CAROLE GOSSELIN, CFSU OTTAWA tests regarding the Memorial and the story of the Unknown Soldier, then member acting as a ‘roamer.’ As an image tech shooting exercises “His family members continue to took over sentry duties on October 21. “We have a third person so if people and operations around the world, or come here often, just to say hi and The Ceremonial Guard conducts visiting the site have any questions diving in the Arctic to photograph meet the troops. I think it reinforces the training and broadly oversees about the memorial, why people are Franklin’s lost ships, his job in the how important this is,” PO2 Reed said. the program, but it falls on the standing there, what their duties are, CAF comes with a lot of excitement. “Members of the CAF will always ROTO Commander to ensure the and so on, they can have those ques- Serving with the Sentry Program, say ‘We’re just doing our job,’ or ‘This day-to-day operations and changing tions answered,” PO2 Reed said, de- however, representing all those who is what we signed up for,’ but it really of the guard run smoothly, with two scribing a steady stream of visitors that serve and who have served in the past, hits home when I march the troops up sentries standing guard from 9 a.m. want to shake hands, take photos and is a unique experience. The shoot- there and see the drive and effort they to 5 p.m. each day, along with a third thank the members for their service. ing at the War Memorial in 2014 that put into this task and everything it resulted in the tragic death of Cpl Na- represents.” than Cirillo also weighs on the mind The tri-service rotation stood sentry of every CAF member who stands for the last time on November 10 be- sentry, PO2 Reed said, and members fore handing control back to the Cer- IDPWD 2017 set for December 4 of Cpl Cirillo’s family met with mem- emonial Guard to prepare this year’s bers of his rotation while visiting the Remembrance Day Sentry Program By Dan Peppar, tural life of their communities. memorial recently. on November 11. Employment Equity Manager, Inclusion is not just a disability issue. CHRSC(A) Inclusion is about all of us, inclusion treasures diversity and builds commu- The International Day for Persons nity. By opening doors to new ways of Commissionaires seeks with Disabilities (IDPWD) event thinking and focusing on the different will take place December 4, 2017. To abilities within our teams, we enable YOUR experience! celebrate and honour IDPWD, MAR- the team to reach its full potential and As the province’s largest employer of veterans in the LANT and the local defence advisory maximize organizational effectiveness. security industry, we value your dedication, loyalty, group for persons with disabilities The event will take place from 10- and camaraderie, and invite you to join your former will host this event in recognition of 11:30 a.m. in the multipurpose room colleagues in taking on the roles of: the talents, barriers, and accomplish- of the Piers Military Community ments of persons with disabilities. Centre, WP106, Windsor Park. The • Detention/Cell Guards (Baddeck, Eskasoni, This year’s keynote speaker will be event is open to all defence commu- Inverness, Amherst, Bible Hill/Truro, Windsor and Enfield) Eric Payne, accomplished motivation- nity members, and military dress for • Security Staff in Truro, Halifax and the Annapolis al speaker and CAF veteran. the event is dress of the day. 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The boarding party of HMCS Charlottetown practices its skills of boarding and securing a vessel during Operation REASSURANCE on October 14, 2017. CPL J.W.S. HOUCK, FIS HMCS Charlottetown completes successful Rest and Maintenance Period in Split, Croatia

By Lt(N) Meghan Jacques, just after the ship departed Halifax. HMCS Charlottetown Unit Public Af- The most notable maintenance fairs Representative project was the replacement of Diesel Generator No. 1: one of four genera- HMCS Charlottetown, currently tors that comprise the Power Genera- deployed on Operation REASSUR- tion and Distribution system onboard ANCE in the Eastern Mediterranean, Charlottetown. conducted a Rest and Maintenance With the help of embarked support Period (RAMP) in Split, Croatia from staff, Charlottetown's engineering October 15, 2017 to November 7, 2017 department also rebuilt a coupling to support its continued deployment of the ship's cruising engine and the overseas into the New Year. Standby Assembly. The purpose of a RAMP for a de- In addition to the work completed ployed ship is twofold: it provides the during the maintenance period, Char- opportunity for members of the ship's lottetown also had an opportunity to company to take mission leave, and take advantage of the port visit to allows for the conduct of essential showcase the strength of Canadian- maintenance. Ships need rest periods Croatian relations. A soldier's shadow falls onto a plaque during the ceremony honouring LCol John while deployed because there is some RAdm Craig Baines, the Com- McCrae at the John McCrae Dressing Station in Ypres, Belgium on November 10, maintenance that cannot be done mander of Maritime Forces Atlantic, 2017. This year marks the centenary of the battle of Passchendaele. while machinery is operating. visited Charlottetown and its Com- LS ZACHARIAH STOPA, CANADIAN FORCES COMBAT CAMERA Some tasks require technical experts manding Officer, Cdr Nathan Decicco, that are not part of the core crew of upon arrival in Croatia in October. a deploying warship. Over 30 support Together, RAdm Baines and Cdr De- staff from Halifax, Nova Scotia and a cicco hosted embassy guests as well as LAWYERS - AVOCATS number of Croatian civilian contrac- the head of the Croatian Navy, RAdm tors hired through the Royal Canadian Petranovic, for a reception onboard English/Francais Navy were present onboard to enable Charlottetown on October 16. the completion of the major projects Charlottetown's Enhanced Naval CRIMINAL LAW FAMILY LAW www.singleton.ns.ca www.singletonfamilylaw.ca scheduled for the maintenance period. Boarding Party and Dive Teams both According to SLt Taylor Donovan, conducted cross-training with teams a Marine Systems Engineer in Char- from the Croatian Navy, and members 902.483.3080 (AFTER HOURS) lottetown, "one of the hardest parts of of the crew participated in Croatian 902.492.7000 the RAMP was managing major proj- Defense industry equipment demon- ects with minimal ship staff ensuring strations and presentations. that members were available to sup- As an occasion to strengthen bilat- port the repair facility as required." eral relations and provide a critical Tom Singleton Overall, the maintenance period rest and maintenance opportunity, required coordination between mul- Charlottetown's recent RAMP has en- tiple outside agencies in order to be sured that the ship and crew remain

Leora Lawson 141675 successful. The weekly shipboard ready to continue with NATO assur- planning meetings to coordinate the ance and deterrence measures as part 1809 BARRINGTON STREET, SUITE 1100, HALIFAX, NS B3J 3K8 RAMP started as early as August 2017, of Operation REASSURANCE. 6 TRIDENT News November 27, 2017 Royal Canadian Navy participates in NATO missile exercise

By Lt(N) Linda Coleman, is important for the RCN as it allows MARLANT PAO us to test our interoperability with our allies and our ability to integrate It’s early October in the North into a task group in a complex warfare Atlantic off the coast of Scotland. A environment,” said Capt(N) Jeff Ham- NATO Maritime Task Group consist- ilton, Deputy Commander Canadian ing of eight nations is operating in Fleet Atlantic and Test Director em- consort. As Canadians back home are barked in Montréal for FORMIDABLE celebrating Thanksgiving, tensions SHIELD 17. “Exercises like this allow are high in the Operations Room of us to test the sophisticated equipment HMCS Montréal. The ship is under required in modern naval warfare and imminent threat as a fictitious enemy evaluate crew proficiency in tactical nation has fired a ballistic missile and doctrine, as well as their ability to anti-ship missiles in their direction. communicate effectively in the most The NATO Maritime Task Group is demanding environment possible.” there to take all enemy missiles out. Parts of FORMIDABLE SHIELD Naval Combat Information Opera- overlapped with the United Kingdom- tor: “Pop-up! Bearing 1-5-8, range 20 led JOINT WARRIOR 172, which also miles.” took place off the coast of Scotland. Operations Room Officer: “Take all JOINT WARRIOR is a multinational missiles threatening HMCS Mon- exercise that typically involves over tréal!” 30 warships, numerous aircraft, Above Water Warfare Officer: “A- marines and troops, and is the larg- system locked on. Missile away!” est military exercise in Europe. This These are just some of the com- year’s iteration focused on anti-sub- mands heard throughout the Opera- marine, mine warfare and live-firing tions Room when an enemy missile activity. is detected and fired upon. Montréal’s The RCN led anti-submarine war- Above Water Warfare Officer, Lt(N) fare (ASW) training during JOINT Anne-Marie Day, launches the ship’s WARRIOR 172. HMCS Montréal Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles to inter- released Expendable Mobile ASW cept the simulated incoming threat. Training Targets (EMATTs), which She successfully engages the threat, simulate submarine movements and defending her ship and her shipmates. noise patterns and act as training Welcome to FORMIDABLE SHIELD for sonar operators. HMCS Montréal, 2017. along with seven other warships Few people have had the occasion Lt(N) Anne-Marie Day, the Above Water Warfare Director of HMCS Montréal in the from allied navies, used Montréal’s to experience what Lt(N) Day has just operations room as the ship participates in an anti-ship missile tracking exercise EMATTs for ASW training, practicing accomplished. Firing missiles from a while deployed on Neptune Trident 17-2 on September 25, 2017. the detection, location and tracking of warship is an extremely complex task LS DAN BARD, FIS enemy submarines, all while strength- involving high-tech systems pro- ening interoperability. grammed with the latest technology. Conducted by Naval Striking and The role of Montréal during the It’s only fitting that Montréal was Immediately after the launch, em- Support Forces NATO on behalf of the exercise was to “help protect the BMD the ship chosen to take part in FOR- barked civilian technical experts from U.S. Navy’s 6th Fleet, FORMIDABLE shooters from the more conventional MIDABLE SHIELD. It is the RCN’s FMF Cape Scott, along with embarked SHIELD is designed to improve allied anti-ship missile threats,” said Cdr Experimental Ship – or “X-Ship” – a contractors, begin analyzing data from interoperability in an Integrated Air Chris Sherban, Commanding Officer program designed to advance innova- the Combat Management System, Missile Defence (IAMD) environment of Montréal. “What was great about tive and leading edge naval concepts radars and other technical equipment. using NATO command and control this exercise was that it was a black in all areas of warship deployment, The data collected is sent to the Mari- reporting structures, and to train the missile firing event which means crewing and sustainment. The innova- time Warfare Centre in Halifax where countries’ missile defence systems. that we were not cued ahead of time tive X-Ship program will benefit the it is analyzed in order to validate or Combined BMD and air defence live- to where and when the threat would RCN in many ways as streamlining ca- refine tactics and doctrine to find new fire engagements are inserted into the present itself. When the threat was pabilities and finding new efficiencies and improved ways to fight the ship. exercise to simulate real world opera- detected and the war cries were made, allows increased effectiveness across a Their presence plays an important tions. The live-fire exercise was the it was fantastic to see how the team wide array of naval operations. role in keeping the Royal Canadian first time in Europe that allies prac- and the system performed. It gave us “There’s a definite synergy between Navy (RCN) a globally deployable, ticed defending against incoming bal- a lot of confidence in the ability of the our role as the X-Ship and our partici- multi-mission capable enterprise. listic missiles with no prior warning. system to perform and help defend pation in FORMIDABLE SHIELD 17. So what exactly is FORMIDABLE During the exercise, allied ships the ship in a high threat operational We are helping to define the capabili- SHIELD, and why was the RCN par- detected, tracked and defended against environment.” ties of the future fleet to participate in ticipating? a range of targets simulating anti-ship The RCN routinely conducts in- an IAMD Task Group and defeat cur- FORMIDABLE SHIELD is the first and ballistic missiles. Drills included ternational maritime training with rent and evolving maritime threats,” in a planned recurring biennial exer- sharing a common tactical picture like-minded nations. NATO is one of said Cdr Sherban. cise that follows NATO’s decision in (through the Link 16 communications Canada’s longest standing and most FORMIDABLE SHIELD ran from 2010 to develop a capability to defend system), and conducting joint mission enduring partnerships, and the RCN September 24 to October 17, 2017 on its European members from ballistic planning and engagement coordination. is committed to acting collectively the U.K. Ministry of Defence’s Hebri- missile threats. The exercise is build- “Link 16 is critical for FORMIDA- with NATO allies and the interna- des Range based in the Western Isles ing upon the capabilities demonstrat- BLE SHIELD,” said MS Jeffrey Miller, tional community to ensure maritime of Scotland. The exercise involved 14 ed during At-Sea Demonstration 2015, Naval Combat Information Operator stability and security. So the RCN’s ships, 10 aircraft and approximately which included the first NATO ship and Link 16 coordinator. “It enables participation in FORMIDABLE 3,300 personnel from eight nations, transmissions of Ballistic Missile us to build a shared maritime picture SHIELD is no surprise. including Canada, France, Germany, Defence (BMD) cues to a U.S. Navy with our NATO allies, which in turn “Participation in NATO live-fire ex- Italy, Netherlands, Spain, United guided missile destroyer. leads to successful interoperability.” ercises such as FORMIDABLE SHIELD Kingdom and the United States. November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 7

Members of Trinity Detachment, NOPFWI, and their families attended a Remem- brance Day ceremony at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Oak Harbor. A Canadian Remembrance Day south of the border

By LCdr Graham Collins, members of the Royal Canadian Air Trinity Det Comd NOPFWI Force, Canadian Army, Royal Austra- lian Air force, Royal Air Force, and On the morning of Saturday 11 Royal Navy to make it a true Com- November, most of the 37-strong con- monwealth event. Members of the tingent of the Trinity Detachment, United States Navy and Veterans of Naval Ocean Processing Facility, Foreign Wars contingent were also Whidbey Island, gathered with their present. families at the Veterans of Foreign This is the fourth year that Trinity Wars (VFW) Post in Oak Harbor to Det has used the VFW facility and the pay their respects and honour to number of attendees has gratifyingly those that lost their lives during the grown each year. After the ceremony Great War and in all wars and con- the approx. 80 attendees were treated PO2 Pollard and his sons Seth and Camden affix their poppies to the CAF Wreath on flicts that followed. to a most welcome brunch in the VFW completion of the Remembrance Day Ceremony. The RCN Sailors were joined by facility.

Oxford School salutes CAF personnel

Students at Oxford School honour CAF members past and present with a Remem- brance Day ceremony on November 10, 2017. LCdr Adriano Lozer spoke to students Oxford School during Remembrance Day ceremony on November 10 as part of the Veterans’ Week Speakers Program. Nine members of the Royal Canadian Navy and three veterans took part. Students recited at poems and stories while the school’s band performed O Canada and The Last Post. Primary students presented sailors and veterans with a unique gift of appreciation. CF CHAPELS Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche Each gift was a handcrafted clay maple leaf or poppy made by grade two and three students who were selected to take part in a commemoration project to create one of STADACONA SHEARWATER 600,000 sculptures marking victims of Battle of Passchendaele and to commemorate 10h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic the end of the First World War from clay for the “Coming World Remember Me” ini- -English -bilingual/bilingue tiative organized by the Belgian government. The clay from this project was donated Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements to the students to make the handcrafted gifts which were presented in a gift wrap box BAPTISM, MATRIMONY & OTHER SACRAMENTS - BY APPOINTMENT/REQUEST to our members and veterans MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA 141662 8 TRIDENT News November 27, 2017 ‘Til We Meet Again concert a hit

By Virginia Beaton, Trident Staff

An overflow audience filled the Paul O’Regan Hall at Halifax Central Library, for the Stadacona Band’s 16th annual ‘Til We Meet Again concert. Under the direction of Lt(N) Pa- trice Arsenault, Commanding Offi- cer and Director of Music, and with guest performer Liz Rigney, the band performed a varied and engaging program of music ranging from war- time hits such as We’ll Meet Again, to PO2 Davidge’s rousing version of the traditional sea shanty Heave Away, to Mars, from Gustav Holst’s symphonic suite titled The Planets. The concert is a partnership between the band and the QE II Foun- dation, in support of the memorial garden at Camp Hill Veterans Memo- rial Hospital, and a number of veterans from the hospital were present in the audience. “This is something they [veterans] always look forward to attending each year,” said Heather White, Director Veterans’ Services and Geriatrics, Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital. The Stadacona Band plays its annual 'Til We Meet Again concert at the Halifax Central Library. She thanked JTFA and MARLANT for MIKE BONIN, BASE PAO their ongoing support of the concert. RAdm Craig Baines, Commander Baines observed, the hospital, which PO2 Krisanne Crowell, played Tuxedo be in good voice for the singalong, led JTFA and MARLANT, noted that this had only recently been established, Junction. by Liz Rigney, PO2 Crowell, and PO2 year marks the 100th anniversary quickly went from treating 250 people, For the Service Salute, master of Wilson, in songs such as Quartermas- of the establishment of Camp Hill to treating more than 1400. ceremonies PO2 Michel Wade invited ter’s Stores, and Wish Me Luck. as a centre for treating veterans of The band’s musical repertoire paid audience members to stand in ac- The afternoon ended on a somber the First World War. He added that tribute to the tunes of the 1940s: a knowledgement of their own or a fam- note, with PO2 Davidge’s rendition this year also is the centenary of the trio of the band’s female musicians ily member’s service in a branch of of The Last Farewell, followed by The Halifax Explosion, and that Camp Hill stepped out front to sing Boogie the service, as that service’s ceremo- Last Post and God Save the Queen. hospital played a significant role in Woogie Bugle Boy, in the style of the nial march was played: Heart of Oak; The ushers and the Colour Party providing medical care in the after- Andrews Sisters; the Stadacona Big Great Little Army; RCAF Marchpast; at the concert comprised cadets from math of that event. With so many Band played Take the A Train; and and the RCMP Marchpast. 1 RCSCC Nelson, 24 RCSCC Magnifi- people injured in the explosion, RAdm the Stadacona Jazz Combo, led by The audience also showed itself to cent, and 305 RCSCC Sackville.

Mayday, Mayday! Exercise Salish Sea 17 simulates maritime disaster in B.C.

By Lt(N) Melissa J Kia, ation as sirens blared on board, and rescue helicopter to hoist passengers Day two saw the CCG Ship Bartlett MARPAC/JTFP Public Affairs a simulated fire erupted on the car off the ferry’s upper decks. stand in for the Coastal Renaissance decks below. Once clear of the ferry, passengers as the vessel for the Marine Envi- On the morning of October 25, B.C. As the Coastal Renaissance enacted a were transported to a staging area on ronmental Response portion of the Ferries’ Coastal Renaissance was far full passenger evacuation by deploying Salt Spring Island. British Columbia exercise. Responders practiced how outside its usual route as it sailed be- escape slides and life rafts, JTFP and Emergency Health Services’ set to agencies would work together to en- tween Salt Spring and Galiano Islands. Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) assets work helping the wounded. Teams of sure a coordinated joint response for The diversion from its standard trek sprang into action by deploying over 15 paramedics bent to the task of triag- environmental protection and stew- was part of a multi-agency emer- vessels including the ready duty ship ing and treating fictional injured, who ardship following this type of marine gency response training exercise that HMCS Regina and an Orca-class patrol sported life-like makeup simulating emergency. involved 14 agencies in the region in- training craft from the base. serious injuries and burns from the Exercise Salish Sea 17 was designed cluding the Canadian Armed Forces. Joint Rescue Coordination Center fire on board. The most severe cases to practice the province’s joint ability Shortly after 8 a.m., residents sur- (JRCC) Victoria hastily called in air were transported by air to waiting to provide search and rescue and envi- rounding the Trincomali Channel support from CFB Comox and 443 hospitals emergency rooms, for fur- ronmental consequence management could see the beginning of Exercise Maritime Helicopter Squadron, who ther medical treatment drills. to the Province of B.C.’s busy water- Salish Sea 17. launched helicopter and fixed wing Once the search and rescue por- ways. The knowledge gained from this The ersatz Mayday went out over aircraft to the aid of the stricken tions of the exercise were complete, extensive training will go a long way marine traffic services and 97 ac- ferry, along with a crew of search and JTFP officially transferred command in helping to increase interoperabil- tors from Joint Task Force (Pacific) rescue technicians. Assistance from of operations to the CCG, who led the ity, strengthen inter-agency partner- (JTFP), representing the ferry’s the U.S. Coast Guard came in the form environmental response on the second ships and ensure B.C. is ready in the guests and crew, began their evacu- of one of their ships and a Dolphin day of the exercise. event of a major maritime disaster. November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 9 RCN recognizes 95-year-old survivor of HMCS Louisburg sinking

By Darlene Blakeley, Senior Editor and Writer, Navy Public Affairs

The naval veterans who served so valiantly during the Second World War have not been forgotten, and that includes 95-year-old retired Chief Petty Officer Ernie Pain. Pain was a crewmember of HMCS Louisburg, a Flower-class corvette sunk by enemy aircraft on February 6, 1943 while escorting a convoy from Gibraltar to Algeria. Thirty-eight members of the ship’s company were lost; 45 survived, including then Able Seaman Pain. The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) was contacted by his granddaugh- ter Jennifer Pain-Andrejin, who thought it would be a great idea if someone from the navy could attend Pain’s 95th birthday party at the Cornwall, Ont., branch of the Royal Canadian Legion on October 21, 2017. “I am hoping someone from the navy would be available to come and Ernie Pain in his uniform during the give Ernie their best wishes on this Second World War. special day,” she wrote. “My Grampa SUBMITTED is a character, to say the least, and I know he would love this more than her grandfather. “This was unex- anything. The party starts around 7 pected and made for one proud navy p.m., and I’m sure he will be hitting man. You took the time to appreciate the dance floor shortly thereafter!” the sacrifices one of the last veter- CPO1 Dave Bisal of the Director- ans of the Second World War made. ate of Naval Personnel and Training These men have after-effects that at National Defence Headquarters last a lifetime and all they really in Ottawa was happy to attend the want in return is to be recognized birthday party on behalf of the for what they did. They returned to RCN. everyday lives with no fanfare and “I was honoured to represent the really didn't expect any, but they RCN at the 95th birthday of Ernie are the reason we have the incred- Pain,” says CPO1 Bisal. “When I ar- ible lifestyles and country we live in rived I had the pleasure of meeting today.” Ernie and three generations of his She says that Mr. Pain appreciated family, as well as a great number of the RCN taking notice of all he had his friends.” sacrificed and given to the navy. “He He presented Pain with a certifi- actually never talks about his time in Ernie Pain, right, receives a certificate honouring his 95th birthday and war service cate and coin from the Deputy Com- the navy as a sacrifice. He talks about from CPO1 Dave Bisal. LMD_HFX_Trident_000_v2_50427x31429_BW_EN_HI_RES.pdf 1 06/10/2017 1:03:59 PM mander RCN, RAdm Gilles Coutu- it like one of the best times of his life, SUBMITTED rier, recognizing his 95th birthday, even during the war.” as well as his courage, sacrifice and Mr. Pain joined the RCN in 1939 dedication to Canada as a member after spending time in the merchant of the RCN during the Second World navy. He says that when the bombs hit Wa r. Louisburg, he was knocked out. When “It is important to remember and he woke up, there was no-one left on FREEDOM FROM to recognize that at the start of the the ship. The quarterdeck was up to C Second World War the RCN was a tiny his knees in water and as he grabbed GLASSES AND navy of 11 warships. By war’s end it a lifejacket and waded out, somethingM had over 375 combat vessels and re- on the ship exploded, blowing him outY CONTACTS. Starting at sponsibility for the entire northwest of the water. Eventually he was hailedCM Life-changing laser vision correction Atlantic, playing a vital role in keep- by another survivor and they made it is more a ordable than you thought. ing the sea lanes to Europe open,” to safety. MY $ says CPO1 Bisal. “None of this would “I’m very lucky I’m here today,” heCY 490 have been possible without people like says. per eye* CMY Ernie Pain and all the others who vol- Mr. Pain left the navy after the war unteered to serve and put their lives and worked at Northern Electric, andK at risk on a daily basis. That kind also as a park ranger in Ontario. He of dedication cannot be recognized and his wife Helen (who died eight Book your free consultation enough.” years ago) have one son, two grand- at 1-877-852-2005 or lasikmd.com

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Photos showing both military personnel and civilians among the wreckage following the explosion. Naval Museum of Halifax Military contribution to Halifax Explosion relief should be recognized, historian says

By Ryan Melanson, collected the dead, delivered sup- Trident Staff plies like food, clothing and blankets, helped guard homes and businesses “I have never seen anything on the from looters, and assisted in getting battlefield equal to the destruction that the injured to hospitals, including to I witnessed in Halifax today.” ships with medical facilities. In Boileau’s view, Halifax’s role as Those words were written by LCol the city most involved in the First Frank Bell, then the assistant direc- World War effort gave it a major tor of medical services for Military advantage in dealing with the horrific District #6, in the initial aftermath of incident, particularly early on before the Halifax Explosion on December 6, help began to arrive from outside 1917. communities. First responders with The disaster, caused by the collision Halifax police and fire services were in the Harbour of the French muni- essential, but combined numbered tions ship Mont Blanc, loaded with less than 250 personnel at the time. 2,600 tons of explosives, and the Nor- “The soldiers had great numbers wegian ship Imo, killed nearly 2,000 and they were prepared for land war- people, eviscerated the North End and fare for their entire uniformed life, Richmond areas of Halifax, and left and the monumental battles of the as many as 10,000 badly injured and First World War gave added impetus 25,000 homeless or without adequate to this training. The destruction in shelter in its wake. Halifax was in every way comparable Yet despite the utter devastation Col(Ret’d) John Boileau speaks to members of the Royal United Services Institute of to the devastation the war brought that would shape the city and many Nova Scotia on November 16. to European communities and war of its residents for decades to come, Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff zones,” he said. recovery and relief efforts follow- The annual commemoration cer- ing the blast came together quickly in the city, more people would have played by sailors and soldiers. emony in Fort Needham Memorial and were remarkably well organized. died, more property damage would From the ill-fated naval crews who Park is attended by MARLANT senior One of the reasons this was able have occurred, and quite possibly, a ventured to the collision scene to help, leaders, and normally supported by to happen was because of military degree of anarchy would have pre- unaware of the volatile cargo, to the the Stadacona Band, but military personnel like LCol Bell. About 3,300 vailed,” said Col (Ret’d) John Boileau, thousands of soldiers who sprang to involvement is otherwise limited, and Army personnel were stationed in now a military historian and author action almost immediately, and the official remarks made to attendees the city at the time, spread out across of numerous books. sailors from other ships who came to tend not to make mention of Army artillery, engineering, infantry and Boileau’s latest, titled 06.12.17. shore, military personnel were key and Navy contributions. Members other support units, as well as about The Halifax Explosion, published by to early rescue and aid work. About of the city’s Halifax Explosion 100th 1,700 in transit to and from Europe Macintyre Purcell Publishing, pres- 600 members of the Canadian Army Anniversary Advisory Committee for the war effort. The small Royal ents the explosion’s story, including Medical Corps, as well as a small have indicated that the role will be Canadian Navy had a presence that the military role in relief efforts, in a number of RCN surgeons and nurses recognized during this year’s main included the depot ship HMCS Niobe, visually interesting format accompa- at Admiralty House, also helped ceremony, and Boileau said he’s focus- 10 minesweepers, two submarines, nied by a large collection of photos, ensure that medical help was avail- ing on the topic in hopes that others 13 auxiliary patrol vessels and other maps and illustrations. He’s been pro- able from the beginning. At the height will raise it with the municipality as assets, and a number of Royal Navy moting the new book with a number of the relief efforts, more than 40 an error that should be corrected. and American ships were in the area of speaking engagements ahead of hospitals were in operation, many of “This has never been formally at the time. the explosion’s 100th anniversary in them makeshift, and fully or partially recognized at the annual memorial “Quite simply, if it were not for the December, and most recently spoke to staffed by military personnel. service or elsewhere. It’s a bizarre more than 5,000 Canadian and British members of the Royal United Services Sailors and soldiers also dug oversight that has continued for far soldiers, and the large number of Ca- Institute of Nova Scotia, where his through rubble for survivors, set too long, and it’s been a mystery to nadian, British and American sailors presentation put a focus on the role up and administered first aid posts, me.” November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 11 Winning design chosen Sélection de la for CF Health Services conception gagnante Group logo contest dans le cadre du concours

By The Maple Leaf Q: Tell us about yourself. de logo du Groupe des A: I am a dental technician at 1st Cpl Isabelle Pelchat submitted Dental Unit Detachment Greenwood, the winning design to the Canadian N.S. I've been a dental technician in Services de santé des FC Forces Health Services Group's the [Canadian Armed Forces] since I Patient Safety program logo contest. completed my training at College Bore- Par La Feuille d’érable Q : Parlez-nous de vous. The goal of the contest, launched al in 2012. Before that, I was a weather R : Je suis technicienne dentaire DND-wide in October 2016, was to technician for six years and completed C'est la caporal Isabelle Pelchat au sein du Détachement de la 1re find a logo to represent its Patient a deployment to Afghanistan. qui a présenté la conception gag- Unité dentaire de Greenwood, en Safety program and its projects and nante pendant le concours de logo du NouvelleÉcosse. J'exerce ces fonc- initiatives. Q: Why did you join the CAF? Programme de sécurité des patients tions au sein des Forces armées This logo will represent the impor- A: I first joined 11 years ago for the du Groupe des Services de santé des canadiennes depuis la fin de ma tant work being done by the Patient challenge that a job in the CAF would Forces canadiennes. Le concours, formation au Collège Boréal en 2012. Safety program and will contrib- bring me, and I stayed because I found a qui a été lancé à l'échelle du MDN Avant cela, j'ai été technicienne en ute to the increasing awareness of career and stable job that I loved doing. en octobre 2016, avait pour objet météorologie pendant six ans et patient safety among personnel. de trouver un logo représentant le j'ai participé à un déploiement en Designs were judged on criteria such Q: What was your thought pro- Programme de sécurité des patients, Afghanistan. as creativity, reproducibility, and access behind the logo? de même que ses projets et ses initia- curacy. A: With the design of this logo, tives. Q : Pourquoi vous êtes-vous CF Health Services Group would I wanted both medical and dental Ce logo représentera le travail enrôlée dans les FAC? like to congratulate the winner and professionals to be able to identify important effectué dans le cadre R : Je me suis enrôlée il y a onze thank those who participated in themselves in it. I wanted the logo du Programme de sécurité des ans en raison du défi que les FAC me the contest. All of the submissions to accurately represent both sides. patients et contribuera à accroître permettraient de relever, et je suis demonstrated an enthusiasm and I combined both units' colors in a la sensibilisation du personnel à restée parce que j'ai trouvé dans les understanding of patient safety. The diamond symbol, which represents l'égard de la sécurité des patients. FAC une carrière et un emploi stable enthusiasm this contest generated for safety. The Delta represents the dental Les logos proposés ont été évalués que j'aime exercer. the Patient Safety program and for pa- service and the rod of Asclepius rep- en fonction de critères, dont la tient care encourages Health Services resents the medical service. The logo créativité, la reproductibilité et la Q : Quel processus de réflexion Group personnel to continue to work symbolizes that everyone is working justesse. est à l'origine de votre logo? toward their ultimate goal: to imple- together towards the same objective Le Groupe des Services de santé R : Je voulais que les profes- ment a culture of high-level patient of safe patient care. This is important des FC souhaite féliciter la gag- sionnels de la santé, qu'ils soient safety awareness. in the design because patient safety nante et remercier tous ceux et du milieu médical ou dentaire, Here we learn a little more about means that these professionals are celles qui ont participé au con- se reconnaissent dans ce logo. Il the thoughts behind the winning always striving towards providing cours. Tous les logos démontraient était important pour moi que ce design. high-quality care. l'enthousiasme de leur concepteur logo représente adéquatement ainsi que leur compréhen- ces deux domaines. J'ai combiné sion de la sécurité des patients. les couleurs des deux unités pour L'enthousiasme que ce concours a créer un losange représentant la suscité à l'égard du Programme de sécurité. Le delta représente les Honours for 443 Sqn’s sécurité des patients et des soins services dentaires, alors que le aux patients encourage le person- bâton d'Esculape représente les ser- nel du Groupe des Services de santé vices médicaux. Ce logo symbolise Chief Warrant Officer des FC à poursuivre son travail en le fait que tout le monde travaille vue d'atteindre son objectif ultime de concert en vue d'atteindre un : instaurer une culture de sensibili- même objectif, à savoir la presta- sation générale en ce qui concerne tion de soins sécuritaires. C'est un la sécurité des patients. élément important du logo parce Nous avons discuté avec la caporal que la sécurité des patients signifie Pelchat pour en apprendre davan- que les professionnels de la santé tage sur le raisonnement qui l'a s'efforcent toujours d'offrir des amenée à concevoir ce logo. soins de grande qualité.

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By Ryan Melanson, products and helpful payment plans Trident Staff offered by CANEX, and then extends to other initiatives in support of the CANEX and SISIP Financial have formation, like the annual cheque been serving military communi- presentation. ties across Canada for nearly 50 “We see this as a testament to our years, and it’s no different at CFB commitment and support for the Halifax. CAF members support these formation and for the CAF members. CFMWS organizations with their None of this is possible without their hard-earned money, and in turn, patronage of CANEX and without CANEX and SISIP give some of those them utilizing the products and ser- funds back each year to support base vices offered by SISIP,” he said. initiatives. Capt(N) Forget said he’s been work- This year, the giving back came in ing since taking over the Base Com- the form of a cheque for an impres- mander role to encourage his Forma- sive $179,967 toward the base/wing tion members to take advantage of fund covering CFB Halifax and 12 the services and products offered by Wing Shearwater. The cheque was re- CFMWS as much as possible. cently presented to CFB Halifax Base “We’re helping ourselves when Commander Capt(N) Paul Forget by we take advantage of these things, local CANEX Manager Glenn Ban- and the service is always fantastic,” field and SISIP Branch Manager Jim he said, adding that another nearly Boylan. $200,000 for the base/wing fund is CANEX and SISIP have always used From left, CANEX CFB Halifax Manager Glenn Banfield, Base Commander Capt(N) just an extra reminder that spending a portion of their profits to contrib- Paul Forget, and SISIP Branch Manager Jim Boylan at Juno Tower on November 15, money at CANEX and SISIP directly ute back to the base/wing fund, in where CANEX and SISIP presented a cheque for $197,967 to the CFB Halifax and 12 benefits the military community. He accordance with their mandate of Wing Shearwater base/wing fund. also commended PSP Halifax for its supporting military members and Ryan Melanson/Trident Staff recent work in support of CAF Sports their families. They began presenting Day and a slew of better-health re- the amount with a ceremonial cheque vember 15, with CFMWS employees to enhance the quality of life of the lated activities. three years ago to help illustrate from CANEX, SISIP and PSP joined by military community. It’s what we do,” “Everything we’re doing for better- the mutually beneficial relationship military personnel including Capt(N) Boylan said. He explained that this ment of our service members is on between the different entities. This Forget, BAdm Officer Cdr Pat Perks includes the insurance, investment, the right track, and a contribution year’s presentation was made in the and BAdm Chief CPO1 Sifton Mosher. savings and other financial ser- like this goes a long way in helping Sea Room inside Juno Tower on No- “As divisions of CFMWS, we’re here vices offered by SISIP, as well as the with that.”

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By Virginia Beaton, Trident Staff

On November 30, 1967, a Sea King helicopter from HMCS Bonaventure crashed into the ocean during a training exercise. Two of the crew, pilot Lt Leo Wolfe, and co-pilot, SLt Brian Roberts, survived the crash but the two other crewmembers, tactical officer Commissioned Officer Claire Tully, and radio navigator PO1 Doug- las Mander, were killed. Brian Lapierre, a retired sailor who was a young Ordinary Seaman in Bo- naventure at that time, remembers that the next morning, the ship’s company mustered on the deck for a ceremony and a wreath laying to acknowledge the losses that had just occurred. Lapierre continued his naval career, later becoming a submariner, but the memory of that Sea King crash re- mained with him. “I’ve always carried that with me and I wanted to know more about what happened,” he says. Many years later, Lapierre was waiting in line outside a hardware store when he fell into conversation with an- Don Courcy, Brian Lapierre, and Mark Mander finally all meet together. other customer. That man turned out RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF to be the son of Commissioned Officer Claire Tully. Lapierre also saw a news The events leading to the crash were sisted with their transfer into the boat rallied around to show support to his story that mentioned Mark Mander, as follows: on November 30, 1967, the that had been launched. Back aboard mother, who was suddenly a widow the recently retired Chief of Police for aircraft carrier HMCS Bonaventure Gatineau, Courcy noticed a bank of with three young children. At the Kentville, who is one of PO1 Mander’s was sailing 250 miles north of Bermu- barracudas nearby and recalls, “I was time of their father’s death, Mander’s three sons. Lapierre contacted him and da. An embarked Sea King helicopter, glad to be back onboard my ship.” elder brother was 10, Mark Mander in October 2017, Lapierre introduced CHSS-124-02, was on what was planned Several ships, as well as anti-subma- was seven, and the youngest boy was Mander to Don Courcy, the RCN diver as a four-hour night flight. rine aircraft and helicopters, searched just four. who was dispatched to the crash site to Approximately three and a half the area and found some of the wreck- Whether it was shoveling their drive- look for survivors. According hours into the flight, around age of the Sea King, but the way and sidewalk, “or notic- to Lapierre, it seemed fated 10:45 p.m. local time or remains of Commissioned ing whenever the Mander to happen at this time, 50 12:45Z, the Sea King crashed Officer Tully and PO1 Man- boys might get into trouble, years after the crash. into the ocean. der were never found. the neighbours kept an eye “It’s remarkable," says Other RCN ships, includ- Later, an official Board of out for us,” Mander recalls. Mander. With sincere emo- ing HMC Ships Provider, Inquiry was held and among Choosing a career in law tion, he describes how meet- Fraser, and Gatineau, were its findings, it was deemed enforcement, Mander says ing Lapierre and Courcy has in the area at the time. that no person was to blame that he has always felt a helped bring closure to that Gatineau was designated for the injuries and deaths close connection with the painful and difficult mem- as the rescue ship and Don resulting from the accident. military. In 2013 during a ory from his childhood. Of Courcy, a radio operator and Pilot distraction and/or military ceremony to com- Courcy, who was attached to one of the ship’s divers, was fatigue were assessed as be- memorate Sea King crew- a horse collar as he jumped Commissioned Of- sent out as rescue diver. ing among the contributing PO1 Douglas members who died while into heavy seas and swam to ficer Claire Tully “I didn’t think anything factors to the crash. Mander operating the helicopters, the crash site, Mander em- SUBMITTED about it, I dived into the In the aftermath of the SUBMITTED Mander received a Memo- phasizes, “He risked his own water the same as usual,” accident, Mander says, the rial Ribbon. life in that debris field, in that fuel, to says Courcy. He swam towards the life community in the Dartmouth neigh- save two other people. It’s heroic.” raft that held the survivors and as- bourhood where the family lived, Continued on page 15

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Over time, chance encounters with his father’s friends and comrades have helped fill in Mander’s picture of his father, and to discover unex- pected similarities between father and son. Following a speaking engagement for Remembrance Day one year, Mander was approached by an RCN veteran who introduced himself and told him, “I was one of your dad’s bunkmates.” Mander says, “I love to hear the stories about him. My father was a practical joker, I’m a practical joker. He loved to teach, and I love to teach.” Earlier this year, when Mander heard that one of the Sea Kings was being decommissioned, he contacted 12 Wing and asked if he could receive a tail rotor from that helicopter, in memory of his father. “They took the time and made the effort to paint it with the colours from that era, and the Wing Commander presented it to me. I have it now, in my study at home.” At last, having access to the report from the Board of Inquiry into the accident, and having met Lapierre and Courcy, Mander says he is grateful for the information he has received that has allowed him to finally piece together what happened on that night, 50 years ago. He says, “I believe the crash was an accident. Accidents happen.” However, he still hopes to some- day have the opportunity to drop a wreath of commemoration for his father, at the site where the crash took place.

Col Peter Allan, Commander 12 Wing, presents Mark Mander with a tail rotor from a decommissioned Sea King helicopter. CPL JENNIFER CHIASSON, 12 WING IMAGING

The Sea King which would crash on November 30, 1967, shown that year on the flight deck of HMCS Bonaventure. SUBMITTED

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By DND instructors are looking forward to our An additional CC-130J Hercules has contributions to enhance Iraqi abili- deployed from 8 Wing Trenton to fur- As part of Canada’s ongoing com- ties to deal with explosive threats from ther enhance Canada’s contribution mitment to enable the lasting defeat Daesh. The additional CC-130J Hercu- to Coalition air mobility operations, of Daesh, CAF engineers are deliver- les will improve our ability to move transporting personnel and cargo ing explosive threat training to Iraqi the people and equipment needed to within the region. security forces (ISF). As well, to better further stabilize Iraq to the benefit of The CP-140 Aurora will conclude meet the needs of the Global Coali- its people,” said BGen Daniel MacIsaac, over three years of support to the tion, the CAF is adjusting its aircraft Commander Joint Task Force - Iraq Coalition, returning to Canada in mid- contributions. The changes to the CAF contributions December. To date, the Aurora aircraft Approximately 20 Canadian Army are a result of the evolving conditions has flown over 850 sorties, directly engineers have deployed to deliver in Iraq and the nature of the Coalition’s contributing to the defeat of Daesh, by explosive threat training to the ISF in campaign. This ensures Canada contin- supporting Coalition intelligence, sur- Besmaya, Iraq. Responding to the Coali- ues to provide highly valuable contribu- veillance and reconnaissance efforts. tion’s needs and an evolving military tions to Coalition operations. Canada’s contribution will now campaign, the CAF has also deployed a The explosive threat training team include: second CC-130J Hercules aircraft to join is an additional CAF contribution to An Air Mobility Detachment with Joint Task Force Iraq (JTF-I), while the help enhance the capacity of ISF as one CC-150 Polaris aerial refueling CP-140 Aurora detachment will return we work towards defeating Daesh. aircraft and two CC-130J Hercules; to Canada in mid-December. Canada has committed to deliver at A tactical helicopter detachment “Canada is committed to working least three training serials to the ISF with up to four CH-146 Griffons; with our Coalition partners as we over the coming months. The recently extended CAF-led Role work towards the defeat of Daesh. The initial training will be delivered 2 medical facility; In doing so, we continue to assess A door gunner with the Tactical Avia- in cooperation with other NATO nations Training, advising, and assisting the conditions in the region and tion Detachment watches out of a CH-146 under the NATO Training and Capacity Iraqi security forces; adjust our contributions to ensure we Griffon helicopter during Operation Building – Iraq (NTCB-I) mandate and Support to the Global Coalition’s provide the best resources to support IMPACT on September 27, 2017. in coordination with the Global Coali- Ministerial Liaison Team; and Coalition efforts,” said Harjit S. Saj- Op IMPACT, DND tion’s Middle East Stabilization Force. Support to the Global Coalition with jan, Defence Minister. The CAF training program is based other highly-skilled personnel, includ- “The Canadian Armed Forces is Canadian Air Force’s long range patrol on a train-the-trainer approach aim- ing the All Source Intelligence Centre. adjusting Joint Task Force Iraq’s fleet has supported three years of valu- ing for the ISF to be self-sufficient The recently renewed Op IMPACT contributions so our forces can assist able intelligence efforts over Iraq and in the long term and to develop an mandate provides the CAF with the in Iraq’s consolidation of the gains as Syria. We welcome the Royal Canadian ISF instructor cadre in the area of authority to tailor its contribution operations continue to destroy Daesh’s Engineers to our team, and know the counter-improvised explosive devices to the Global Coalition’s campaign remaining capabilities. The Royal Iraqi Army Bomb Disposal school’s (C-IED). against Daesh. Programme En route vers la préparation mentale : au-delà de la salle de classe

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Courtesy of Lookout Newspaper western hemisphere and European partners in successfully disrupting HMCS Nanaimo helped the United illicit trafficking operations in the States Coast Guard (USCG) seize 478 region. kilograms of cocaine from a suspect To date, the CAF has directly vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean on contributed to the seizure and disrup- October 31, 2017. tion of over 69 metric tonnes of illicit After stopping the vessel, Nanaimo drugs over the 11 years it has been launched a rigid-hulled inflatable boat involved in this operation. carrying a USCG law enforcement detachment (LEDET) to board the vessel. The LEDET then apprehended three suspected smugglers. The cocaine was packaged in small amounts and stored throughout the vessel. It was later transferred to a USCG cutter. The next day the suspected smugglers were transported to Members of a United States Coast Guard a USCG cutter on patrol in the region. Law Enforcement Detachment embarked Nanaimo then resumed operations. aboard HMCS Nanaimo transfer seized The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) narcotics to a United States Coast Guard have conducted Operation CARIBBE interceptor boat during Operation CA- missions since November 2006, and RIBBE on November 4, 2017. remain committed to working with MARPAC IMAGING SERVICES

Road to Mental Readiness program goes beyond the classroom

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Camp Hill Clean Up Day 2017

Army divers work Members from 5 Canadian Division, (from L to R) MCpl Elizabeth Thorpe, Camp Hill Volunteer Coordinator PO2 Nicole Beaupre, and WO Sonya Elson help clean up the grounds at Camp Hill on November 3, 2017. The cleanup is an annual event designed to encourage CAF participation in the overall appearance and careof Camp Hill. Part with FDU(A) of this engagement helps preserve the CAF's lineage to the veterans of Camp Hill Veterans Hospital. Combat Divers from 4 Engineer Support Regiment conduct joint training with div- 5 CDN DIV ers from Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) Divers at the Canadian Coast Guard College in Westmount, Cape Breton during Exercise NIHILO SAPPER MCPL CHARLES A. STEPHEN, 5TH CANADIAN DIVISION PUBLIC AFFAIRS.

Public Service Awards of Excellence

By MARLANT All DND employees and CAF personnel are eligible to be nomi- Celebrating excellence includes nated for an award and to nominate recognizing achievements within other deserving individuals or our own department, as well as teams. Your support in recognizing showcasing our success to the the dedication and professionalism Government of Canada and our displayed by our civilian employees country. There are several important and military members by sharing External Awards whose nomination their stories of excellence is val- deadlines occur between September ued. 2017 and February 2018. To view details of each award You are encouraged to nominate and previous recipients and their a deserving individual or team for accomplishments, please visit the one of these awards, which include Celebrating Excellence Awards page. the coveted Public Service Award of To nominate an individual or a team Excellence. This award recognizes click on the specific CEA award civilian employees and military and follow the directions under the members who have demonstrated NOMINATE tab. excellence in achieving results for Once approved by respective Canadians. unit's Chain of Command, please As part of Canada's Defence Policy submit your nomination to the Construction at - Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Total MARLANT Honours and Recogni- Health and Wellness initiative rec- tion Chief, CPO1 Cavel Shebib (427- ognizes employee excellence, which 2632) or the MARLANT Honours is a key component in creating a and Recognition Co-Ordinator Greg Coast Guard College supportive and respectful workplace. Mullen (427-2268) by Friday, Decem- The Celebrating Excellence Awards ber 8, 2017 Army Reserve soldiers from 36 Combat Engineer Regiment work with troops from 4 (CEA) Program commemorates DND Let's celebrate our hard work and Engineer Support Regiment to construct a bridge at the Canadian Coast Guard Col- and CAF's greatest strength - its showcase our Defence Team's suc- lege in Sydney, NS as part of Exercise NIHILO SAPPER. people. cesses! MCPL CHARLES A. STEPHEN, 5TH CANADIAN DIVISION PUBLIC AFFAIRS November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 19 Welcoming the community

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Prix d'excellence de la fonction publique

Par FMAR(A) de mettre en lumière la plus grande force du MDN et des FAC - leurs ef- Célébrer l'excellence comprend fectifs. Tous les employés du MDN et la reconnaissance des réalisations les membres du personnel des FAC au sein de notre ministère, ainsi peuvent être désignés pour recevoir que la présentation de nos réussites un prix ou proposer la candidature à l'ensemble du gouvernement du d'autres personnes ou équipes méri- Canada et à notre pays. Il y a plus- tantes. ieurs importants prix externes pour Pour obtenir des détails sur lesquels les dates limites de mise en chaque prix et consulter la liste des candidature sont entre septembre personnes qui ont déjà reçu ces prix 2017 et février 2018. et de leurs réalisations, consulter la Vous êtes encouragé à proposer page du Programme des prix visant la candidature d'une personne ou à célébrer l'excellence. Pour poser la d'une équipe méritante pour l'un de candidature d'une personne ou d'une ces prix, qui comprennent le con- équipe, cliquez sur le prix visant à voité Prix d'excellence de la fonction célébrer l'excellence en question et publique. Ce prix est décerné à des suivez les directives sous l'onglet employés civils et militaires qui ont NOMINEZ. fourni un rendement exceptionnel Une fois approuvé par la chaîne de dans l'atteinte de résultats pour les commandement des unités respec- Canadiens et les Canadiennes. tives, veuillez soumettre votre can- Dans le cadre de la Politique de didature à le chef de décorations et défense du Canada - Protection, titres honorifiques de FMAR(A) PM1 Sécurité, Engagement, l'initiative Cavel Shebib (427-2632) ou coordon- de la santé globale et du mieux-être nateur des Décorations et Titres de souligne l'excellence des employés, FMAR(A) Greg Mullen (427-2268) par un élément clé vers la création 8 Dec 2017. d'un milieu de travail valorisant et Célébrons notre excellent travail et respectueux. Le Programme des prix soulignons les succès de l'Équipe de Repairs for the Siege visant à célébrer l'excellence permet la Défense! Corridor at the

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What’s the score with local sports in your community? Send write-ups, photos, and results to Sports [email protected] MARLANT runners compete at CISM event in Hungary

By Ryan Melanson, outdoor cross-country course, with CISM event, with 229 of the racers Short course male 4.6km Trident Staff different numbers of laps depend- completing their respective courses. Craig Fettes, 36th, 15:23 ing on the category. Canada’s long Full results for the Canadian team Logan Roots, 46th, 15:51 Fifteen CAF members from across course male team (5 laps for a total of are as follows: Vincent Duguay, 53rd, 15:59 the country travelled to Balatona- 21.5km) placed 14th out of 19 teams, Mark Brown, 54th, 16:03 karattya, Hungary during the first while the short course male team (2 Long course male 11.5km week of November to compete at the laps for a total of 4.6km) placed 12th Matt Setlack, 57th, 39:18 Short course female 4.6 km CISM World Military Cross-Country out of 16 teams. The Canadian female James MacLellan, 72nd, 40:52 Celine Best, 33rd, 17:52 Championship, and among them were team, which also raced the 4.6km Christopher Busset, 77th, 41:27 Maria McGregor, 41st, 18:23 MARLANT representatives Lt(N) short course, placed 12th out of 16 Michael Bergeron, 80th, 41:38 Isabelle Turner, 45th, 19:03 Michael Bergeron and Lt(N) Natalia teams. Alexandre Boule, 83rd, 42:23 Lori Coady, 47th, 19:12 Borszczow. In total, 236 competitors from 25 Samuel Serviss, 86th, 42:40 Natalia Borszczow, 49th, 19:38 The teams raced across a 2.3km different countries competed in the

The RCN representatives on Canada’s CISM Cross-Country team, from left, Lt(N) Lt(N) Michael Bergeron, left, competes in the CISM World Military Cross-Country Natalia Borszczow, Lt(N) Michael Bergeron, and LS Mark Brown. Championship, held in Hungary from November 3-7. SUBMITTED SUBMITTED

Fitness and sports updates By Trident Staff munity Rec user fee at the STADPLEX days 2:30 – 4 p.m. For more informa- to [email protected]. It is rec- front desk. tion please contact Lt(N) Morash @ ommended that teams have minimum COTW Volleyball will be Novem- Intersection/Drop-In Pickleball. 720-1341 or Anthony.Morash@forces. 7-8 players. Anyone not curling for ber 27-30. Come and learn a fun new sport. gc.ca their team that day is invited to arrive Noon Rec Bowling League meets Shearwater Gym, Mondays and Fall Intersection curling runs at the curling club to spare for other at the Stadacona Lanes in STADPLEX. Wednesdays 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. For more until December 12. Open to military teams. Individual curlers can submit Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday information please contact Sgt Rick members only. Games will be held their names to the spare list. All levels 12 – 1 p.m. Shoes supplied. Teams can Austin, 720-1711 or rick.austin@ at 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday at the are welcome. be made up of as many players as you forces.gc.ca CFB Halifax Curling Club. Cancella- 12 Wing Shearwater drop-in bas- wish, however, only three bowlers per 12 Wing Shearwater Men’s tions due to COTF/COTW/Wing Cup, ketball is available Wednesdays from team can bowl on a given day. DND Hockey Team Coach/Manager Regionals and Club Bonspiels TBC. 6-8 p.m. For more information please civilian employees are welcome, how- needed. Team Practices starting Rosters and contact information for contact: Cpl Gagnon at 902-720-3214 or ever, will be required to pay the Com- now. Mondays 2 – 3:30 p.m. and Tues- an alternate POC should be submitted [email protected] November 27, 2017 TRIDENT Sports 21 FLEET – Fall Fitness Class Schedule

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Movement Strength Movement Mobility Strength 7:30-8:15 Skills + Drills Gentle Yoga Skills + Drills Yoga Skills + Drills 8:30-9:15 FORCE Prep FORCE Prep FORCE Prep+ 12:10-12:55 Strength Movement Spin Strength Friday Funday 12:00-13:00 Yoga Yoga

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 7:00-8:00 Lane Swim Lane Swim 7:30-8:15 FROCE Prep FORCE Prep FORCE Prep* 10:00-10:45 Kettlebell Functional Strength Range of Motion Spin (0930-1030) 11:45-12:30 Spin TRX Spin Functional Strength Yoga 12:00-13:00 Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim 18:00-19:00 Yoga Boot camp Yoga Boot Camp

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 7:30-8:30 Waterworks Waterworks 8:30-9:30 Force Prep Force Prep Force Prep Force Prep Force Prep* 9:30-10:30 Pool Jogging Pool Jogging 11:30-13:00 Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim Lane Swim 12:15-13:00 Upper Body and Core Spin Yoga Lower Body and cardio Step Aerobics

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Sports trivia potpourri By Tom Thomson run differential of six runs over the hearts of Leaf fans, when did To- and Stephen Stone four games? ronto win its last Stanley Cup? 7. Who was the World Series MVP in 14. Who won the Conn Smythe trophy Questions 2017? in 2017? 1. How many times has the World Se- 8. How many times has the Stanley 15. Who was the first player selected by ries been won in a four-game sweep? Cup been won in a four-game sweep the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the 2. Which team was the last winner since 1939? 2017 entry draft? in a four-game sweep of the World 9. Which team has won the most Stan- 16. Who was the first player selected by Series? ley Cups in a four-game sweep? the Golden Knights in the expan- 3. Which franchise has had the most 10. Which team has won the second sion draft? success sweeping the World Series most Stanley Cups in a four-game 17. Which team had the largest margin in four games? sweep? of victory in the Grey Cup? 4. How many times have the Yankees 11. Which team is the only victim of 18. How many Grey Cup games have had won consecutive World Series in a three consecutive four-game sweeps to go to overtime to decide a winner? four-game sweep? in the Stanley Cup final? 19. How many times has the United 5. How many times did the American 12. Which team beat the Blues giving States won the World Cup of soccer? League sweep the World Series? them its third loss in a four-game 20. Who is the defending Rugby Union 6. Which teams have won the World sweep? World Cup champion? Series in a four-game sweep with a 13. A date that will live forever in the Answers on page 23 22 TRIDENT Sports November 27, 2017 RCAF sailboat racer competes at prestigious Hong Kong event

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

One of Formation Halifax’s top sport sailors is back from testing his racing skills overseas against some of the best in the world. Capt Mike Evans, a Weapons Tactics Analyst at Trinity, led a 12-man crew in a Beneteau 40.7 sailboat through the China Cup International Regatta 2017, a massive four-day racing event in and around Hong Kong that saw more than 1,500 sailors from 40 different countries compete in a series of inshore races. This year was the event’s 11th installment, and the fourth year for Capt Evans, who sails representing Sail Canada and the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Club. The regatta has grown each year to the point where it now takes over a part of the city with a festival-like atmosphere, attracts sailing’s top professionals and brings in plenty of big-money sponsors. “It’s truly a spectacle, and you pinch yourself that you get the chance to be there in the middle of it,” said Capt Evans, who assembled a civilian team of eight Canadians from various yacht clubs, along with other sailors from Germany, New Zealand and China, to take on the difficult races. His team finished 17th in a field of 30 in the Beneteau 40.7 fleet category, in which each team competes in an identical sailboat to allow the sailors to race on equal terms. Finishing 17th was far from a disappointment for the crew, however. In a field packed with professionals, including the winners of this year’s America’s Cup race in Bermuda, the team finished ahead of all the other non-professional crews in the fleet, earning a trophy for top amateur performance. With only two days of practice as a team before the races began, sailors still adjusting to the time change, and the challenges of working with an un- familiar boat, the team started things off with the deck stacked against Capt Mike Evans and his teammates them. from this year’s China Cup International “But you try to rise above all that Regatta, which took place from October and work as a team, and get on with 26-29 in and around Hong Kong, China. the task at hand, and that’s the most Photo: submitted rewarding part of it. It’s not unlike any operation we take on in the mili- Sea Smoke, at the Marblehead to tary,” Capt Evans said. Halifax Ocean Race this past sum- “My biggest advantage was proba- mer. Those previous successes earn bly the group of sailors I put together him the chance to compete at larger to do it. It’s very tough to get people to races, and he’s already earned his go halfway across the world and take invite to represent Sail Canada once time out of their lives to do this, and again at the China Cup Regatta in they did great.” 2018. Capt Evans has also competed at “I”m going to work on mitigating a number of North American races, mistakes, I’ll have another look at often with other CAF members, how to fine-tune the boat, and we’ll Capt Mike Evans’ team competes on a Beneteau 40.7 sailboat during the China Cup including a recent third overall fin- see if we can get an even better result International Regatta 2017. ish with his own Bavaria .38 cruiser, next time,” he said. Photo: submitted November 27, 2017 TRIDENT News 23

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