TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2016 Volume 58, #14

Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins addresses 19 Wing

WComd Col Mike Atkins presides over the 407 Squadron Change of Command parade on August 10 during his fi rst week of work. Photo by MS Roxanne Wood.

“To all members of the 19 Wing Comox Defence Team, in Formation for the people of . I am confi dent that I stand before you honoured to have been selected to we will accomplish much working together. lead this amazing Wing. It has been a dream of mine to My priorities are simple. Excellence in operations, ro- be posted to Comox for most of my military career, and bust preparations for the future, and people always, for now that dream is a reality. My background in the former people are our core strength. Maritime Air Group and in will aid me 19 Wing, let me assure you that I am not one for radi- greatly as I embark on this latest adventure. I look forward cal change, but instead focus on continuous improve- to witness all that 19 Wing accomplishes on a daily basis. ment. While I have no doubt there will be challenges in Over my career I have continually witnessed that good the future, there will also be opportunities. I look forward people, working together, produce incredible results. As to working with you to minimize the impact of the chal- WComd Col Mike Atkins comes to 19 Wing from your Commander, I will seek to provide the direction and lenges, while maximizing the opportunities to ensure the Ottawa, and along with serving as Commander guidance necessary to ensure that 19 Wing is a cohesive exceptional delivery of Air Power with safety always will also be involved in fl ying operations at 442 team, an active part of a larger force delivering Air Power paramount.” Sqn as a Cormorant pilot.

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Capt Brad Rouleau

During a Change of Com- Kuwait. mand Ceremony at 19 Wing “It has been a pleasure to Comox on August 10, LCol serve as the Commanding JP Gagnon assumed com- Offi cer of 407 Sqn over the MANAGING EDITOR mand of 407 Long Range last few months. The op- Camille Douglas Patrol (LRP) Squadron portunity introduced me to 250-339-2541 from Maj Kreager Graham. the challenges and immense [email protected] The ceremony was presided rewards of command. I look over by Col Mike Atkins, 19 forward to fi nishing my tour GRAPHIC DESIGNER Wing Commander. as part of LCol Gagnon’s Gillian Ottaway Querin The “Demon Trident” was executive,” said Maj Gra- 250-339-2541 passed from outgoing Com- ham during his address. [email protected] manding Offi cer (CO) Maj Incoming CO LCol Ga- EDITORIAL ADVISOR Graham to the incoming CO gnon began his operational 19 Wing Public Affairs LCol Gagnon. The passing of career with 443 (Maritime DISTRIBUTION the Trident is a long-standing ) Squadron as a Michael Pearce tradition between 407 Squad- Tactical Coordinator on 250-339-2541 ron COs and signifies the the CH-124 helicopter. change of command from After trading in his air one CO to the next. navigator wings for a set Maj Graham has served of pilot wings, he began LCol J.P. Gagnon, incoming 407 Squadron Commander, Col Mike Atkins, A Division of Personnel as interim CO over a busy his second career with the 19 Wing Commander and Maj Kreager Graham, outgoing 407 Squadron Support Programs summer tempo that includ- Long Range Patrol com- Commander, sign the Change of Command scrolls during the 407 Squadron CFB Comox, PO Box 1000 Stn. Main, ed 407’s participation in munity with a posting Change of Command parade on August 10. Photo by MS Roxanne Wood. Lazo, BC V0R 2K0 Exercise RIMPAC in Ha- to 407 (LRP) Squadron [email protected] waii, deployment to Japan where he was part of the wood, Nova Scotia as is now returning to home Trident today as I assume for Operation DRIFTNET Fincastle Crew, crew com- the Projects Flight Com- to 407 Sqn as Command- command and re-join 407 as part of the UN morato- mander for Op PODIUM mander and Deputy Com- ing Offi cer. Squadron, the best squad- rium on high-seas driftnet during the 2010 Olym- manding Officer during After receiving the Tri- ron in the Air Force, espe- fi shing, as well as the squad- pics, and Op ATHENA in the Test and Evaluation dent, LCol Gagnon stat- cially as we celebrate the ron’s continued to support Afghanistan. of the Block III upgrade ed, “I am honoured and Squadron’s 75th anniver- to Operation IMPACT in After a posting to Green- to the CP-140 Aurora, he humbled to accept the sary this year.”

Change of command at 442 Squadron

Capt D.E. Gordey

Boots were shone, bayo- upholding our search and nets were fi xed and better rescue mandate for the Ca- weather could not have nadian public and ensur- been asked for as 442 Trans- ing our contribution to the port and Rescue Squadron greater RCAF.” bid farewell to its outgo- LCol Elliott arrives from ing Commanding Offi cer, LCol Clint Mowbray on where he was formerly August 11. a manager for fleet, pro- The Totem Times is an unoffi - After two years as the curement and personnel cial publication of 19 Wing Co- mox, BC. The Editor reserves Commanding Officer of for Royal Canadian Air the right to edit copy and re- Canada’s largest search res- Force search and rescue ject advertisements to suit cue squadron in the coun- operations. the needs of the publication. try’s most geographically 442 Transport and Res- Views expressed are those of the contributor unless express- varied and challenging re- cue Squadron, based out of ly attributed to DND, CAF, or gion, LCol Mowbray re- Co- other agencies. In case of ty- marked, “It has been an ab- mox, operates the CH-149 pographical errors, no goods solute honour to command Cormorant helicopter and may be sold and the difference 442 Transport and Rescue the venerable CC-115 Buf- claimed against this paper. The LCol M.C. Elliott, incoming 442 Squadron Commander, Col Mike Atkins, paper’s liability is limited to a Squadron. Every single falo fi xed wing aircraft. The refund of the space charged member of 442 Squadron 19 Wing Commander and LCol Clint Mowbray, outgoing 442 Squadron squadron is responsible for for the erroneous item. Mate- is a consummate profes- Commander, sign the Change of Command scrolls during the 442 Squadron a search and rescue region rial may be reprinted with at- Change of Command parade on August 11. Photo by MS Roxanne Wood. tribution. Published 22 times sional and there is no doubt that includes of all British a year, every second Tuesday, that Canadians are in good tion at the Canadian Forces Following the transfer “I am very honoured and Columbia, the Yukon Ter- with permission of Col Mike hands when it comes to College in Toronto, Ontario. of command ceremonies humbled to be chosen as ritory, as well as an area of Atkins, 19 Wing Commander. search and rescue on the Simultaneously, 442 Sqn and a march past, presided the new CO of 442 Sqn. I the Pacifi c Ocean extended Publications Mail Registration No.4098. Printed by Ladysmith west coast.” welcomed its new Com- over by 19 Wing Com- am looking very forward several hundred miles out Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circula- LCol Mowbray will move manding Offi cer, LCol Bryn mander, Col Mike Atkins, to working with the fine to sea. tion: 1800. into an instructional posi- Elliott. LCol Elliott commented, men and women of 442 in RESCUE! AUGUST 23, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 3 19 Wing Administration branch welcomes new leader

19 Wing Comox wel- comed incoming Wing Ad- ministration Offi cer (WAd- minO) LCol P.J. Fraser at a Change of Appointment Ceremony on August 18 with 19 Wing Commander Col M.C. Atkins presiding over the ceremony. Outgoing WAdminO LCol R.G. Watters has been in the position for three years, including a NATO deployment to Kosovo Force (KFOR), contributing to the mis- sion to provide Kosovo 19 Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins (centre) offi ciates the handover of with a secure and safe 19 Wing Administration command from outgoing Commanding Offi cer environment, freedom of LCol Glenn Watters (right) to incoming Commanding Offi cer LCol Paula movement, and capacity Fraser (left) at a ceremony on August 18. Photo by Cpl Nathan Spence. building with the various institutions in Kosovo. Watters upon his departure. She was then posted to with NATO, Op ATHENA LCol Watters is off to the LCol Fraser joined the 15 Wing in Moose Jaw in 2009 – LCol Fraser will east coast, appointed as Saskatchewan as the Ad- now have an opportunity the Regional Departmental in 1990, starting as an Air min Flight Commander to explore the west coast. Security Offi cer (RDSO) Traffi c Controller (ATC) before becoming the Adju- “Both my husband and I for JTFA at CFB Halifax. in Goose Bay, Labrador. dant of 2 Canadian Forces are very happy to be here “I am pleased to have In 1997, during her second Flying Training School. on the west coast, and been able to work at 19 tour as ATC in Shearwa- With stops in Trenton, more importantly, we are Wing Comox and I thank ter, Nova Scotia, she took Shearwater, Greenwood, honoured to be posted to19 all personnel in the Wing a Voluntary Occupation- Ottawa – and two opera- Wing Comox, the jewel of Administration branch for al Transfer to Personnel tional tours with ISAF, Op the RCAF,” shared LCol their support,” shared LCol Administration. APPOLLO in 2003, and Fraser. Barn owl released at 19 Wing

Greg Westcott of Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS) visited 19 Wing Comox on August 4 to release an owl that had been in the care of MARS for several months. “We were happy to get a call from the base when they found a baby owl that had fallen from its’ nest,” he said. “We took it in and gave it a chance to grow, learn to fl y, and catch food. It gave us great satisfaction to be able to release it back at the base in a woodlot close to where it was found.” Westcott described owls as being territorial, and rein- troducing them into the wild as near as possible to where they are found increases the chances they will not only survive, but thrive. For more information on how to report orphaned, ill or injured wildlife, check out the MARS website at wing- tips.org.

Greg Westcott of Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society (MARS) shares a moment with an orphaned owl just moments before it was reintroduced to the area it was found in earlier this summer. To report a sighting of ill or injured wildlife, call MARS at 250-337-2021. 4 | TOTEM TIMES AUGUST 23, 2016 Veteran celebrates 95th birthday at base she once served World War Two veteran Mrs. Pat (Patty) Crockett visited 19 Wing Comox on August 12 to tour the headquarters where she once served as secretary for the Commander of RCAF Station Comox, and The KO Moore display – featuring artifacts from the decorated war hero to celebrate her 95 and former Commanding Offi cer of 407 Squadron – was unveiled at the birthday. Acting Wing in the presence of the Moore family August 21. Commander LCol The display is open to the public from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily; Rossell provided a tour admission is by donation. The museum is located outside the gates of 19 of the section before Wing Comox. Photo by Comox Air Force Museum. she joined friends and family for a private birthday luncheon. Mrs. Crockett was KO Moore display transferred to Comox following her war service in a variety unveiled at CAFM of capacities with Air Force Headquarters. Jon Ambler, Comox Air Force Museum

The artifacts and records the D Day invasion fleet. 1965. In 1966 he was trans- of Canada’s fighting men The U-Boats put up a hail ferred to Maritime HQ until and women are part of the of machine gun and can- 1969, then to Canadian Forc- very fabric of our nation’s non fi re that he had to fl y es HQ where he remained history. Therefore, the Co- right through to complete until his retirement from the mox Air Force Museum was his attack, he did so without Forces in 1971. K.O Moore extremely excited to receive fl inching or failing. His crew passed away on January 17, a donation from the Moore sent the enemy contact mes- 2008 at the age of 85. family, who had decided sage: “saw two subs, sunk The Moore family have that here was the best place same”! now donated their father’s Canada’s military store to celebrate their late father’s He survived the war and military memorabilia, arti- heroics and to be the stew- went on to become an im- facts, documents and pho- serves up Tim Hortons ards of his records. portant RCAF leader in the tographs to the Comox Air Wing Commander K.O. post-war period. His heroic Force Museum. We have CANEX, an operational division of Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Moore DSO was certainly service continued: in 1948 created a brand-new dis- Services (CFMWS), recognizes, understands, anticipates and supports the a hero of World War Two, he was honoured again with play, which contains his needs of the CAF community – and the CAF community at 19 Wing needs earning an immediate Dis- a King’s Commendation medals and logbook as well coffee! A Tim Hortons Express kiosk is now available at the CANEX, open- tinguished Service Order for his part in the demand- as other artifacts. Addition- ing at 7:00 a.m. so that members can conveniently pick up their coffee (DSO) and the US Silver ing search and rescue of a ally, we display “Dinty”, a on their way into work. A grand opening event will be held on August 29 Star by destroying two U- crashed Dakota carrying toy panda bear dres sed in at 10:00 a.m.; all members of the 19 Wing Defence Team are invited to Boats in a 22 minute span. severely wounded Canon RCAF uniform that served the CANEX to enjoy a free coffee between 10:00 a.m. and noon. The combat took place at John Turner in the Arctic in as the mascot on Moore’s Breakfast sandwiches prepared by Lazo Sandwich Express will also be night as he and his No 224 1947. Most notably, from the crew and was on board for available for purchase at the CANEX, next to the Tim Hortons Express Squadron RAF crew, in a Museum’s point of view, he all their combat missions. kiosk. Proceeds from sales at CANEX are returned to CFMWS in support Very Long Range Liberator, commanded 407 Squadron Finally, the printed material of local morale and welfare programs and activities. This directly bene- were tasked with keeping right here in Comox from and photographs are being fi t members, their families and the CAF community at 19 Wing, so when NAZI U-Boats away from June 1964 until December catalogued and archived. you shop at CANEX, you are giving back! AUGUST 23, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 5 Conflict Resolution Corner: The power of gossip we’ve been told they are dan- tice about another person, re- There is a third way. When about it? Gossip has a bad Julia Menard, Conflict Consultant gerous in some way, unpleas- inforcing the image and story someone comes to you to rap, but if it can be acknowl- ant or dishonest. of someone so narrowly that complain about a co-worker, edged that it is hard-wired Have you ever overheard see someone in a certain way, Frank McAndrew, a profes- it’s diffi cult for there to be any you could see it as an opportu- into us human animals, then a conversation others were is it possible that we literally sor of psychology sees this other way of seeing. nity to help the person fi gure maybe the conversations can having - when you walked see them differently? interest in gossip, not as a We will never stamp out out both the risks and benefi ts start on how to engage with by, or sat beside someone in Volunteers were asked to character fl aw, but part of who gossip, given its part of our of approaching the other per- it productively. a coffee shop or restaurant – look at faces paired with state- we are as humans. He views biological survival mecha- son to talk with them directly. 19 Wing has a Conflict and noticed that they often ments of gossip. Some of the gossip as a biological event – nism. We can become more Let them know gossip comes Resolution Offi ce that assists seem to involve talking about faces were linked to negative there for evolutionary reasons. conscious about gossip and at a cost and that you want to members with complaints or someone else? gossip, such as “he threw a He says that even when primi- the negative impact comthat help to resolve the issues. confl icts. Confl ict Manage- Evolutionary psychologist chair at his classmate.” Other tive humans lived in small it can have. Start a conversation in ment Practitioner MWO Robin Dunbar estimates gos- faces were associated with groups, they needed to know What do you do when your workplace about gos- Roch Massicotte is available sip makes up two-thirds of all more positive actions, such as who might be a threat. Gossip someone comes to you to sip. Is it okay? When might to discuss how gossip is af- of our conversations. Add this “she helped an elderly wom- is a way to assess danger. complain? Do you just listen, it be okay? When not? What fecting your workplace at lo- to what Lisa Feldman Barrett, an with her groceries.” Then By sharing negative infor- but fume on the inside? Or kind of agreements do you cal 7171 or via email at roch. a professor of psychology at the researchers looked to see mation about another person, join in? and your team want to make [email protected]. Northeastern University, has how the volunteers’ brains re- we unknowingly create dis- discovered about gossip, and sponded to the different kinds tinct social identities — the we’ve got a potent mix. Bar- of information. gossiper brings the person rett is part of a team studying The team found that volun- he is gossiping with into his It’s called change how gossip affects not just teers’ brains were most likely fold and creates an in-group what we know about an un- to fi x on faces associated with while the person being gos- Aaron Thompson, Comox MFRC familiar person, but how we negative gossip and that the siped about is made out to be feel about them. gossip affected how they saw an outsider. Last September was my that element of the unknown own experience. We can Barrett and her team set out the people visually, suggest- The problem is, gossip is daughter’s fi rst day of kin- to the forefront of a child’s all relate to being nervous to answer this question: Once ing we are hardwired to pay often inaccurate, distortional dergarten. As we steadily thinking. in one way or another, and hearsay has predisposed us to more attention to a person if and can change what we no- rolled along the Comox Dyke As a kid, I never slept the there are few greater com- Road toward her school, she night before my fi rst day of forts than knowing that an- stared out her window qui- school. The nervous antici- other person has walked in etly, hands clasped and roll- pation of the coming year your shoes before. Sharing ing back and forth like she would leave me restless and your experience and under- was washing her hands with excited; sometimes for the standing is an empathetic invisible soap. good and other times for response to your child’s “Nervous?” I asked. the bad. As a dependent of fear, which, even if there is She nodded yes without a CAF member I attended no evident impact, will be breaking her window gaze. several schools growing up. heard and likely appreciated “You know it’s okay to Some years it wasn’t just my especially children closer to be nervous, the fi rst day of fi rst day of school; it was my the teenage years. school can pretty freaky. I fi rst day in a new school, in Much like we are asking still get nervous and I’m old.” a new town, possibly a new our children to do on their She shifted her vision into province. fi rst day of school, we have the rear view mirror and said, Despite the resiliency that to have the courage to put “Well how did you become children exhibit, these ex- ourselves out there, share un-scared?” periences are still scary and our experiences, in order to “Well, I take a few deep require some dialogue and enrich the lives of those we breaths and look around the validation. Talking about love most. It is the role of room. The first person to what’s scary will not only the parent to love and pre- look back at me, I wave to help you understand some of pare a child for life, and by and then introduce myself. the realities your child is fac- validating their experiences I’ve been to a lot of schools ing, it will also offer you the by sharing our own, we ac- and that works really well. opportunity to validate those complish both. New places and people make fears and create some safety Aaron Thompson is a reg- everyone a bit nervous. It’s and security between you and istered social worker work- called change.” your child. ing at the Comox Military Change is a part of life. As One way to begin the con- Family Resource Centre. He adults and parents we under- versation is to simply ask is available to meet with mili- stand this concept, yet change “are you nervous or scared tary families who are seeking still has an impact on us re- about school?” Even if the information, resources and/ gardless of whether or not we answer is no, the assump- or counselling support. Call anticipate its presence. The tion can be made that there 250-339-8211, local 7128 unpredictability of outcome is some unknown entity to to make an appointment, or can be frightening regardless be fearful of. It is possible visit their Facebook page: of our age or experience. That to overcome the “no” ob- /comoxmfrc, or website: said, every school year brings stacle, by sharing from your familyforce.ca/sites/comox. 6 | TOTEM TIMES AUGUST 23, 2016

Nijmegen 2016: Memories to last a lifetime

Avr Gena Parent: “The completion of Nijmegen was by far the most challenging and emotional experience I have ever accomplished. The team marched for four days totaling 180km, carrying a 25lbs fi eld pack, wearing boots and uniform, enduring hot temperatures, wet temperatures, humid temperatures, engaging with 50,000 participants from 45 countries, parading with 5000 military personal and being encouraged by many residents who lined the streets of the Nijmegen and surrounding towns and cities. We sang, we snacked, we walked under sprinklers, we dipped our fi eld hats in pools of water, we interacted with bystanders, danced in the streets, we hobbled on aching feet, we tiptoed to avoid popping blisters on cobbled roads, sealed and unsealed roads, country lanes with cows, passing poppy fi elds, gladiola fi elds, dykes that seemed to go on forever. Vimy Ridge, Groesbeck, and Beaumont Hamel were extraordinary visits and will be held in my memory forever. The emotions of those days are still fresh whether it is of happiness, exhaustion, pain and sadness of memories for those who lost their lives so many years ago. Oh how I cried….tears of all emotions. I feel thankful I had the opportunity to be part of this amazing experience. Thank you, 19 Wing.” AUGUST 23, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 7

Cpl Gail Lauzon: “I initially tried out for Nijmegen because my mom went to Europe last year and did the military sites visit with Cadets from Iqaluit, Nunavut. I knew I’d never be able to afford to go and the sites were a must see. I called her the day I found out I was given permission to try out. She was so excited for me. On May 12 she passed away suddenly. I made it my mission to make the team and get to experience what she did with those military sites. On July 12 I got the news I made the team; my fi rst thought was to call my mom. Bittersweet this trip was.” “The last day of the march we ran into the cutest kid. Just before the victory march he came to see our group, all decked out in a mini uniform.” “Day one of the march. We arrived at the fi rst rest stop and when I was attempting to sit down, I tripped over the med tech tent and put my hands on the bench. Little did I know, my thumb got stuck between two slats of wood, and when I stood up, my thumb dislocated. I was now known as “thumbs”.

Sgt Lynn Myers: “Lots of people said that team Comox had the most heart. Nobody needed to tell me, as I already knew it. Many others would have given up but no one on this team wanted to let anyone down. Through heat exhaustion, sprained ankles, dislocated thumbs, sleeplessness, and countless blisters we persevered! I remember taking a break on the side of the road in a town near Nijmegen, packs off everyone lying with feet in the air to take some swelling down. A nice Dutch woman wanted to feel the weight of our pack. Attempting to pick one up she was completely amazed that we had been walking for 3.5 days with that weight.”

Capt Teesha Wheaton-Sparkes: “Ten minutes after crossing the fi nish line on day four and having been given our medals, my body was so exhausted I couldn’t even stand for the photo. But seeing that young boy so happy to be surround by all the continents soldiers and him - with his chest held high in his uniform - was very humbling.”

Capt Nik Sanders: Returning from Nijme- gen, the fi rst question you hear is, “Would you do it again?” I am already willing to emphatically de- clare yes. This event is an extremely challenging and rewarding set of marches through the Dutch countryside and towns around the city of Nijme- gen, where the beauty of the environment is only matched by the generosity and friendliness of the local people. The reception from the spectators lin- ing the routes is amazing, and only becomes more intense when they realise that the team approach- ing is Canadian. For the Dutch people the history of the Liberation by Canadian Forces is still palpable, even in children so young as to be likely no older than the great grandchildren of those who actually lived through the Occupation and subsequent Liber- ation of the Netherlands. The opportunity to repre- sent Canada, and continue this great friendship was an immense experience we will cherish long after our blisters and injuries have faded from memory.

LET US BRING YOU BACK IN TIME AT THE COMOX AIR FORCE MUSEUM

Come celebrate our West Coast aviation heritage in a welcoming and friendly museum: z WW1 to present day exhibits; zExcellent aviation reference library; zLocated at entrance to 19 Wing; zHeritage Air Park near-by (Numerous Aircraft plus Heritage Stone Display)

Open Tuesday thru Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm (Admission by donation) 250-339-8162 | comoxairforcemuseum.ca 8 | TOTEM TIMES AUGUST 23, 2016 Military sports feature Sports at 19 Wing Comox Intersection Sports: Curling mixed, Floor hockey mixed, Ice hock- ey season mixed, Slo-pitch mixed

Why I Play Pacifi c Region Sports: Badminton Squash Cpl Russell Bode, 19 Wing Firehall “I have been a member Ball hockey men of the men’s CISM volleyball roster since 2009. Volleyball has always Basketball been a passion of mine, but when I learned of the opportunities to Golf represent Canada abroad, I made it a priority. I can’t help but think Ice hockey: men, women, old timers of the hours and money my parents spent helping me pursue what- Running ever sport I was into growing up. Their sacrifi ces and support over Slo-pitch: men and women the years are undoubtedly what has shaped me and inspired me to Soccer: men and women compete at my highest level.” Swimming Cpl Russell Bode works at the 19 Wing Firehall. He traveled to the Re- Triathlon public of South Korea to represent the Canadian Armed Forces in the Volleyball: men women 6th Military World Games last fall, an event that brought an estimat- ed 8,700 military delegates and athletes from 110 countries togeth- For more information, contact the sports co- er to compete in 24 military and traditional sports. ordinator at 250-339-8211, local 8783

Cpl Ben Mui, 3 Line Sqn (Det Comox), Sgt Aaron Cluff, 19 Air Mainte- Line Regiment “I’ve been playing intersec- “I have been par- tion hockey for about fi ve years, and soccer nance Squadron ticipating in triathlon since 1999, and for two. I got involved in the game because have competed at the CAF triathlon na- it looked fun and it was a good way to get to tionals for the last fi ve years. I play mili- know colleagues outside of work. I use sports tary sports as it is an opportunity to give to maintain and increase my fi tness, improve oneself the extra motivation to stay ac- coordination, meet people, and again, for tive and fi t, setting a healthy example to fun. I was encouraged to start playing hock- those around me. I’m inspired by a sense ey when I fi rst walked into the unit; choos- of accomplishment, the desire to stay ing to play has been a very rewarding expe- competitive as I get older, and my health rience. It’s helped me grow as a person and and wellness.” has helped with my professional development.

2Lt Julie Cho, 19 Wing TIS “Recently graduated from university, I chose to join the CISM Fencing program as a result of my positive expe- riences with fencing for the RMCC Varsity team during my undergrad. I had never even heard of fencing before that! But through the past four years of competitive fencing I developed discipline, competitive spirit, professionalism, teamwork, and resilience. Through all the experiences that I have been fortunate enough to benefi t from as a result of fencing, the military fencing community has become a family away from home for me. The fact that the head coach for the CISM team is the same coach who had mentored and inspired me as my coach at RMCC, just sealed the deal. Maitre Patricia Howes is a transformative coach, one who in- spires her athletes to be the best they can be both on and off the piste. I look forward to more memories to be made through fencing.” Sandwiches and More Fresh Baked Bread,

Capt Rebecca Wheaton-Sparkes, 21 CF H Svcs C “I started play- ing volleyball with the women’s military team before I joined the CAF. I used to work at the base gym in Winnipeg, MB while going to high school and I was introduced to the base coach who invited me out when I was 16. I originally started playing to improve my skills, a goal which I defi - nitely accomplished! I joined the CAF in 2007 and have since played in 10 regionals, 7 nationals, and a CISM international tournament. I have made

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Bravo Zulu to Wing Foods Wing Logistics-Wing Operations Liaison Offi cer Capt Jarrett Feist presents a 409 Tactical Fighter Squadron coin to members of 19 Wing Food Services on behalf the Commanding Offi cer of 409 Sqn on June 29. The coin was offered by the CO of 409 Sqn to demonstrate appreciation for 19 Wing Food Services who provided a high level of food service support to 409 Sqn in the form of dispersed meals, fl ight meals, and between-meal supplements during the many visits to 19 Wing Comox. Supporting fl ight operations is one of the primary functions of 19 Wing Foods. Photo by Cpl Pierre Létourneau. New (and exciting) offerings from 19 Wing Health Promotion

Kathi Cameron, Manager Health Promotion

The fall season is slowly it is also important to under- thons. A healthy relationship trends that provide nothing starting to take hold and stand the psychology and bi- with exercise is all about but false hope and empty with it comes the dark, ology that works against our moderation, enjoyment, and promises. A healthy respect dreary days coupled with best intentions. This presen- simplicity. It’s not about ly- for what exercise and nutri- the urge to crawl into our tation is a mix of good news cra-spandex, heart rate max, tion can do for us combined caves with a blanket and a and bad, but all necessary or spending hours working with an acceptance of what good movie. While it may to gain a deeper perspective out! This presentation will we can and cannot change be true that the drizzly days on the reality of weight loss. present a series of exercise can not only strengthen our and long nights may infl u- Topics will include the biol- prescriptions geared to en- mental fitness but have a ence our physical activity, it ogy and psychology of the hance mental fi tness while positive influence on our is also a great time to take weight loss cycle, fat stigma, strengthening your physical overall health for years to advantage of the courses disordered exercise and eat- fi tness at the same time. come. For more information and briefs offered through ing, and body acceptance. Never has there been such on 19 Wing Health Promo- your local Health Promo- This presentation will be of- confusion and mythology in tion, check out cfcommuni- tion office. From profes- fered on Wednesday, October the media about what to eat, tygateway.com and click on sional development oppor- 19 from 9:00 a.m. to noon how to exercise, and what we Comox/Health Programs/ tunities including Mental and is perfect for anyone should look like. Unfortu- Health Promotion/What’s Fitness and Suicide Aware- frustrated by low to no re- nately, these trends may have New, or contact Kathi Cam- ness and Addictions Aware- sults after hours of exercise negative effects on our body eron, Manager Health Pro- ness to courses that enhance or those losing and gaining image and mental health as motion, at 250-339-8211, your knowledge of the “best weight over and over again. we pursue exercise and diet extension 8328. practice” in nutrition and The second presentation, physical activity, 19 Wing The Psychology of Physical Health Promotion (HP) has Activity, will focus on the it all. many mental health benefi ts Padre’s Corner In addition to our pre-ex- of exercise that you may not isting program, the Military be aware of. The research Our Lady of the Sacred Heart St. Michael and All Angels Family Resource Center is clear that exercise can be (RC) 19 Wing Chapel Protestant Chapel (MFRC) has combined forc- prescribed to people chal- Sunday Worship: 1000 hrs es with HP this fall to offer lenged with mild to moder- Sunday Mass: 1000 hrs Weekday Mass: 1100 hrs Tuesday, Protestant Communion: celebrated two new - and very excit- ate depression, anxiety, and on the first Sunday of each month. ing - presentations. Under- many other mental health Wednesday and Thursday Sacrament of Reconciliation: upon request. Bible Study: please contact standing the Art and Science concerns with positive re- Chaplain for the dates and times. of Weight Loss will provide sults. Remember, it isn’t insights into the reality of about “go hard or go home” Marriage preparation: please contact the Chaplain at least six months prior to date of wedding. losing fat and keeping it off. nor is it about marathons, Baptisms: please make an appointment with the Chaplain. While it is possible to do so, triathlons, or even spin-a- For information contact the chaplains’ offi ce at 250-339-8211, ext 8389. 10 | TOTEM TIMES AUGUST 23, 2016

CVEX - Machines Thru the Ages, August 26 to 28: Kevin Mercer Kevin Mercer, Operations Planner at Real Prop- erty Operations (Pacific), Detachment Comox, serves as vice president of the Comox Valley Exhibi- tion – a three day event that showcases agriculture, aquaculture and silvaculture in the Comox Valley with many vendors showcasing their wares from August 26 to 28. “Having been in the military for more than 32 years, my wife and I have volunteered at every place we were posted. So, after retiring and settling in the Comox Valley it was natural for us to get involved with volunteering in the community,” shares Mercer. CVEX has been running for 142 years, and mili- tary families are invited to CVEX with a special half price admission wristband! The Strathcona Mounted Troop Musical Ride will be featured each day at no additional cost, and keep- ing with the 2016 CVEX theme ‘Machines Thru the Ages’, the Comox Air Force Museum will be show- casing the WW Jeep and trailer for public viewing. A welcome ceremony will feature the Canadian Military Wives Choir Comox, an all-female choir, A few members of the CVEX team at Market Days in Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) will which aims to support military women through vo- Downtown Courtenay, including Julie Ann and Kevin Mer- be performing the Strathcona Mounted Troop cal music and camaraderie. Visit cvex.ca for more cer at the far right. Don’t miss the fun August 26 to Au- Musical Ride during CVEX; the performance is information. gust 28 - military personnel enter for $5 with ID! cvex.ca included with gate admission. AUGUST 23, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 11 12 | TOTEM TIMES AUGUST 23, 2016 19 Wing participates in Pride Week

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19 Wing Comox has joined with the communities of the Comox Valley in raising a rainbow flag to celebrate Pride Week between Au- gust 20 and 27. Cumber- land raised the fl ag to mark the start of the weeklong celebration on August 19, and Courtenay followed on August 22. Comox, North Island College, and 19 Wing held fl ag raising ceremonies on August 23. “In a time when the news is full of bigotry, hatred and violence, we aim to demon- strate that the Comox Valley is a welcoming oasis of in- clusiveness and respect for The rainbow fl ag has been fl own on the fi rst day of training for each new all,” explains a Comox Val- intake of cadets at the HACS QUADRA Cadet Training Centre over the ley Pride Week committee summer, and was fl own at the front gate of 19 Wing Comox on August member. “A variety of events 23 to mark Comox Valley Pride Week. are being planned to com- memorate Pride Week. The their loved ones.” the LGBTQ+ members of personnel of 19 Wing on my intent is to engage our com- MCpl Nina Usherwood, the Defence Team - that 19 journey to be who I truly am. munity to collectively build a member of 407 Squadron, Wing, the RCAF and CAF I am grateful for the respect and support a safe, caring, spoke at the fl ag ceremony. are welcoming and inclusive. and kindness I have received and respectful community “Through fl ying the rain- As a transgender member of throughout my career.” for sexual and gender minor- bow flag 19 Wing dem- the CAF I have been sup- For more information visit ity citizens, their family, and onstrates to me - and all ported by the leadership and comoxvalleypride.ca.

FITNESS SPORTS & RECREATION Located in the 19 Wing Fitness and Community Centre 1575 Military Row | 250.339.8211, local 8315 cfgateway.com | Now open at 6am from Monday to Friday! VOLLEYBALL: A Level One Volleyball Offi cials clinic is being offered to members of the 19 Wing Defence Team. This clinic will train offi cials for the military volleyball program; it will be held in Ottawa/ Gatineau from Sep 27 to Oct 3. Contact Jake Plante at jake.plante@ forces.gc.ca before August 31.

HOCKEY: The 19 Wing Comox hockey league sports meeting will be held on Sep 8 at the Fitness and Community Centre at 10 am. Team reps must attend; if you have any new ideas for intersection sports, this meeting is also for you! This base level sports program allows the less competitive athlete to play various sports and is offered to all military personnel, and with WComd approval, other Defence Team members and RCMP.