Congratulations to the Graduates of CFSSAR SAR Tech Course 49

TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2016 Volume 58, #12

Congratulations to the graduates of CFSSAR SAR Tech Course 49

On June 16 the Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue (CFSSAR) conducted a Search and Rescue Technician (SAR Tech) graduation parade at 19 Wing. BGen D.B. Cochrane, Commander 2 CAD, was the Re- viewing Offi cer for the parade that marked the culmination of initial SAR Tech training and the graduation ceremony for SAR Tech Course 49. Staff and students arrived to the parade via parachute descent and formed up in front of Hangar 14. Following an inspection by the Reviewing Offi - cer, the graduation ceremony commenced with the presentation of wings and orange berets. BGen Cochrane addressed the graduates before the parade concluded and attendees moved to the Cpl Philip Young CFSSAR Building for a reception were graduates received a variety of certifi cates and awards.

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A team of 11 members March and the 19 Wing from 19 Wing will be trav- team will be visiting battle- eling to the Netherlands in fi eld memorial sites during July to take part in the Inter- the deployment. Sites in- national Four Day Marches clude Vimy and Beaumont- Nijmegen. This is a rigor- Hamel. On day three the ous and prestigious event team will participate in a that draws approximately remembrance ceremony at 45,000 marchers from 50 the Groesbeek Canadian countries, and with over War Cemetery. MANAGING EDITOR one million spectators, it is The prerequisite training Camille Douglas the largest marching event for consideration and se- 250-339-2541 in the world. Historically lection to a CAF Nijmegen [email protected] a military training event, Team is 500km of marching GRAPHIC DESIGNER it is now a mainly civilian including back to back 40 Gillian Ottaway Querin event. Military members km marches with 25lb ruck- 250-339-2541 participate in a special cat- sacks over two consecutive [email protected] egory that requires a 40km days. The group traveling per day march – for four to the Netherlands includes DISTRIBUTION consecutive days – dressed Capt Sanders (team lead), Michael Pearce in uniform while carrying a Capt Wheaton-Sparkes (as- 250-339-2541 minimum rucksack load of sistant team lead), MCpl 10kgs dry weight. Connerty (team medic), Canada has participated Avr Carlson, Cpl Hoidas, The 19 Wing Nijmegen team took the opportunity to get some practice in the Nijmegen since 1952. Cpl Lauzon, Sgt Myers, Avr time in and participate in the 19 Wing Fun Run on June 24. The 5 km 2016 marks the 100th an- Parent, MCpl Proulx, Avr route was a short practice for the team, who is preparing to march 160 A Division of Personnel niversary of the Nijmegen Somani, and Cpl Spruyt. km in four days during the Nijmegen marches in the Netherlands in July. Support Programs CFB Comox, PO Box 1000 Stn. Main, Lazo, BC V0R 2K0 [email protected] Ex AIR RAID team extends thanks The fi ve members of the AIR RAID 2016 RCAF Team that traveled to France in June to participate in Ex AIR RAID have returned to 19 Wing with immense satisfaction and gratitude. Maj Laplante, Sgt Costello, MCpl Bratrud, Cpl White and Cpl Goes offer special thanks to 19 Air Reserve Flight, 19 Wing Supply and the RTF. “They not only gave us the time to prepare, but also gave us the training needed to excel at exer- cise.” The team fi nished 23 out of 47 teams in the non-stop 24 hour competition that included forced marches, military fi eld techniques, weapon handling, fi rst aid and target shooting. It was the gracious effort of Sgt Brian Costello who per- sonally supported the team with training sessions around the base after hours. This was a challenging event that all team members are happy to have participated in and wish they The Ex AIR RAID 2016 competition could go back again. spanned 28.5 hours. The team marched The team is working on an after action report that will en- more than 60kms between all of the sure that lessons learned will assist in preparation for future events, and carried 40 to 50 pounds on competitions. The team had a very positive experience and their backs in addition to a 40 pound is working to develop a similar event at 19 Wing. Stay tuned ammo box. for your opportunity to ‘Air Raid’!

The Totem Times is an unoffi - 19 Wing hosts inaugural Fun Run cial publication of 19 Wing Co- mox, BC. The Editor reserves 19 Wing hosted a military family and commu- the right to edit copy and re- nity run on June 24 that showcased the assets ject advertisements to suit the needs of the publication. of the Wing, offering a unique aviation-related Views expressed are those of fi tness experience. Defence Team members and the contributor unless express- their families came out to celebrate the end of ly attributed to DND, CAF, or the school year, say farewell to departing mem- other agencies. In case of ty- pographical errors, no goods bers ,and experience 19 Wing like never before. may be sold and the difference The route through 19 Wing was 2.5kms long, claimed against this paper. The and participants were invited to walk or run one paper’s liability is limited to a loop or complete a 5km two-loop run. refund of the space charged for the erroneous item. Mate- The run started in front of the CFSSAR building rial may be reprinted with at- after a group warm up, led by the PSP fi tness tribution. Published 22 times team. Aircraft were positioned along the route a year, every second Tuesday, to add to the experience, and CANEX support- with permission of Col Tom Dunne, 19 Wing Commander. ed the run by offering water along the route. Publications Mail Registration A fi nish line BBQ provided participants with an No.4098. Printed by Ladysmith opportunity to connect before the busy sum- Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circula- mer months. tion: 1800. JUNE 28, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 3 1726 Army Cadets celebrate the end of the training year

On June 4 the 1726 The mer in Trenton to complete Canadian Scottish (Prin- the para qualifi cation. cess Mary’s) Royal Cana- The 1726 RCACC also dian Army Cadet Corps has extracurricular train- (RCACC) concluded their ing for marksmanship, ori- 2015/16 training year with enteering and band. Two the Annual Ceremonial Re- teams from 1726 competed view. Major General (Ret’d) in the 386 Air Cadet Sqn Andrew Christie was the Invitational Skills Compe- Reviewing Offi cer, and the tition with one winning the Comox Valley Pipe Band competition. 1726 RCACC Society provided music dur- does not have a band, but ing the parade. a few cadets are members After many hours of pa- of the Comox Valley Pipes rade practice and prepara- Band Society and the Cour- tion, the cadets were fi nally tenay Legion Pipes and The cadets of 1726 RCACC proceed through the able to showcase all the Drums. During this train- march past, and are led by the Parade Com- skills that they had learned. ing year 1726 went to Wild mander, WO Aiden Armstrong. Throughout the year, ca- Play in Nanaimo for team dets gained skills in drill, building and spent time at with the Adopt a Highway Trenton, and another will orienteering, map and com- Horne Lake for spelunk- Program and has been as- be going on an international pass, and trekking. Those ing. Training opportunities signed the task of keeping exchange to Wales. who maintain a high lev- are endless! the streets adjacent to the “On behalf of the staff el of physical fi tness and Finally, 1726 showed its DND site of Seal Bay lit- and volunteers of 1726 demonstrate an interest in presence in the community ter free. RCACC, I hope all cadets parachuting can pursue a by assisting in the Royal Now that the 1726 a fun and safe summer,” para qualifi cation through Canadian Legion #17’s RCACC training year is states Commanding Offi cer the Army Cadet Program; annual Poppy Drive, and over and the Annual Cere- Capt Jennifer Boswall. Senior cadets WO Aiden participating in the annual monial Review is complete, Youth between the ages Armstrong and WO Paul Remembrance Day Parade it is time for the cadets to of 12 and 18 are invited to Leclere successfully com- in Courtenay, as well as prepare for their upcoming join 1726 RCACC in Sep- pleted their pre-para course providing two cadets to the summer training. Most will tember; for more informa- this spring in Vernon, BC. ceremony in Bowser. 1726 spend their summer in Ver- tion, email 1726rcacc@ They will spend their sum- RCACC is also involved non, two are destined for gmail.com.

SARCHASM performs for VICD

A fundraiser for Vancouver Island Compassion Dogs (VICD) took place at Air Force Beach on June 25, and thanks to a crowd of over 100 people, promotion from 98.9 The Goat, and the band SAR- CHASM, over $2,000 was raised during the evening. SARCHASM is comprised of active and retired military members of 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron, and Greg Alkerton made a special ap- pearance for the event. VICD pairs rescue dogs with military and RCMP veterans suffering from PTSD and trains them together to become a certiﬁ ed service dog team. 4 | TOTEM TIMES JUNE 28, 2016 Highland grad aces RCAF course

Capt Louis Martel, 17 Wing Winnipeg

Nelson Berry, Highland equipment and weapon class of 2009, recently grad- delivery systems. They uated at the top of his class lead a variety of missions, from the Canadian Armed including: search and res- Forces (CAF) Air Combat cue, anti-submarine war- System Officer course, a fare, maritime surveillance, year-long intensive career counter-narcotics opera- course that is conducted at tions, electronic warfare 402 Squadron in Winnipeg, and humanitarian relief. Manitoba. His exceptional With his new qualiﬁ ca- Sandwiches and More

Fresh Baked Bread, performance throughout the tion, Capt Berry will be course led him to fi nish fi rst Capt Nelson Berry receives his Air Combat Sys- following in his father’s of his class of eight candi- tem Offi cer Wings from MGen Joyce, Deputy footsteps and fl ying out of dates. He was also awarded Commander Military Personnel at 17 Wing Win- 19 Wing Comox where his the James R. Dow Trophy nipeg upon graduation from his Air Combat Sys- father, who was also an Air for his outstanding results tem Offi cer course. Photo by Cpl Darryl Hepner. Combat Systems Officer, during fl ight training. was the Wing Operations Nelson enrolled in the David Berry, still call Co- aircraft and manage crew Officer from 2004-2006. CAF in 2010 and has al- mox home. operations. They operate Capt Berry will be join-

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Bob Hemphill, 101 Squadron

On May 28 the North Is- airport the group boarded a land’s 101 Squadron of the bus for a tour of Alliford Bay Royal Canadian Air Force where little evidence of the Association of Canada fl ying boat station remains. (RCAFAC) flew to Haida A ceremony took place at a Gwaii aboard a Buffalo air- quiet spot overlooking Al- craft provided by 442 Squad- liford Bay where a 30”x30” ron from 19 Wing Comox to stainless steel plaque now commemorate three WWII tells the story of Western Air RCAF bases. This is the sec- Command’s most remote ond year of a program that coastal station. Nearby is an aims to remember RCAF obelisk 101 Sqn dedicated A delegation from 19 Wing took part in ceremo- Stations on the North Island, in past years to aircrew who nies to commemorate three RCAF WWII bases Central Coast, and Haida perished in crashes during on Haida Gwaii. The sites were honoured with Gwaii. 101 Squadron dedi- WWII. plaques, placed by 101 Sqn of the Royal Cana- cated plaques at Telegraph LCol Jim Rossell, acting dian Air Force Association of Canada. Cove and at the Port Hardy 19 Wing Commander, spoke Airport in the fi rst year of the about the role of Alliford ensure those memories aren’t those in attendance took part program. Bay during WWII and ac- forgotten. Brian Charman, a in a poppy ceremony and lay- A full delegation from 19 knowledged the importance long time Sandspit resident, ing of wreathes. Wing joined member of 888 of keeping the memories provided further background The group returned to (Komox) Wing of RCAFAC alive of those who served in on the impact the RCAF Sandspit Airport for the un- in Haida Gwaii to assist 101 what here on the west coast station had on local history. veiling of a plaque that out- Squadron with the ceremo- was largely a forgotten war. A colour party, bugler, and lines the wartime history of nies. He thanked 101 Squadron for piper helped honour Alliford RCAF Station Sandspit. A After landing at Sandspit their longstanding efforts to Bay’s men and women while similar dedication ceremony took place with LCol Rossell and Brian Charman talking about the history of Sandspit and its importance today. Following a short lunch, the boarded the Buffalo for a short hop to Masset for the third dedication. At Masset Airport the delegation conducted a ceremony to remember those who served in WWII, and the fi nal plaque unveiled. It is with great pride that these three plaques will bear testimony to the foresight and fortitude of the RCAF and its personnel during WWII on Haida Gwaii. JUNE 28, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 5 CANEX - Canada’s Military Store

CANEX, an operational di- CANEX features an exclu- local morale and welfare pro- vision of the Canadian Forces sive collection of affinity grams and activities which Morale and Welfare Services merchandise that cannot be directly benefit members, (CFMWS), has repositioned found at other traditional their families and the CAF as Canada’s Military Store. retailers. community. At 19 Wing Co- Their mission is to make CANEX.ca. is the on- mox the CANEX/SISIP grant CANEX a preferred destina- line shopping platform that totaled $82,952! This fund- tion for members of the CAF provides access to unique ing allows the unit fund to community by delivering a products and brand name address local needs of 19 personalized, consistent and merchandise to anyone, any- Wing, so when you shop familiar shopping experience where. at CANEX, you are giving because CANEX recognizes, CANEX looks for opportu- back! understands, anticipates and nities to expand its offerings, Visit CANEX for exclu- supports the needs of the partnering with reputable sive offers including sales CAF community. brands such as Tim Hortons. and promotions, members- CANEX is focused on Watch for the self-serve kiosk only pricing, CANEX No MFRC youth volunteers celebrated delivering a unique val- - Tim Hortons Express - com- Interest Credit Plan (also ue proposition to the CAF ing in August! available online when log- The Comox Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) celebrated their youth community, ensuring it re- Proceeds from sales at ging on with your CFOne volunteers with a special event on June 3 that featured cosmic bowling mains competitive, relevant CANEX are returned to card), Price Match Guar- and pizza. Gift cards were provided by CANEX as door prizes. Back row and convenient. Included CFMWS in support of grants antee, CANEX Rewards, (L-R): Kodiak, Kale, and Max. Front row (L-R): Kim, Jade, Jayden, Jes- in its product assortments, to bases and wings for their and more! sika and Tara.

Serving with pride: Gregory Murray

Frequently going above and beyond for his custom- ers and co-work- ers, Gregory Mur- ray has earned Pick up your copy of the the respect of his peers at CANEX 2016 19 Wing Information over the past six years. Guide and Welcome Book at one of the following locations: This is a story about a young man making his way in a unique, ever-changing, tight- knit military community. In 2010, 14 year old Gregory Murray brings his resume to the CANEX CANEX, and a successful interview and a week later, is offered a job. Day one: he arrives for his fi rst shift in a nice shirt and neat jeans, and gets sent home! COMOX AIR FORCE MUSEUM We forgot to tell him the dress code. He comes back dressed accordingly and he’s put on the tills up front right away. It’s sink or swim, and this young man has been swim- DINING HALL ming strong ever since! His career has not been without moments of excitement and challenges. About a month FITNESS & COMMUNITY CENTRE into his employment he came across a fi re at the previous store. He’s dealt a nefarious thieving toddler, exploding soda cans, and a dramatic exploding milk jug at front cash ORDERLY ROOM on the grand opening of the new store. Gregory has approached every event, opportunity or learning experience with eager- THANK YOU TO OUR ADVERTISERS ness, and he is an innovator. He founded and managed a school garden club that allowed  Acreview Dental Clinic  Brian McLean Chevrolet  Bud- young people how to grow their own food. He has been interviewed by a VIU student get  Canadian Tire  CANEX  Comox Centre Mall  Comox of Advanced Systems Theory on Urban Gardening to share the effects on personal and Valley Animal Hospital  Comox Valley Community Church ecological health, something that was also featured on CHEK News.  Comox Valley Regional District  Crown Isle Resort & “This young man has taught me a thing or two about running a store,” shares CANEX Golf Community  Dennis Schaffrick Law Corporation  employee Janet Hammond. “He’s my right arm and has the experience, patience and Edible Island Whole Foods Market  Eyes on the Harbour know-how to get things done.” (Dr Raymond Limber)  First Credit Union & Insurance  Janet notes that Gregory has worked with more than 50 different staff members since Fix Auto Courtenay  Fountain Tire  Glacier Greens Golf   starting in 2010, and he has trained at least half of them. Course Highland Family Practice InsuranceCentres Vancouver Island  Island Honda  Mackenzie Gartside “That’s what he wants to do, you know: teach. Young and old…doesn’t matter, he & Associates - Select Mortgage  Mosaic Vision Care  can teach anyone willing to learn. We are losing him this fall as he follows his dream to North Island College  Old House Hotel and Spa  Prestige become a teacher at UVIC, but I like to think we, as a community, have helped shape Video Transfer  SISIP Financial  Sunwest RV Centre  this young man into the strong, confi dent teacher he will be.” The Butcher’s Block  The Co-operators Insurance Agen- cies  The Medicine Shoppe  Van Isle Veterinary Hospital  Water Pure & Simple  Westview Ford  6 | TOTEM TIMES JUNE 28, 2016 Summer in the Comox Valley

Nite Before [Canada Day] Family Concert Vancouver Island MusicFest Modeled after the ‘Amazing Race’ with teams Thursday, June 30: 7:00 – 10:30 pm July 8-10 completing challenges at check stops through- at Simms Park Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds out the Comox Valley. Register as a self-pro- islandmusicfest.com pelled team of 4-5 members, or register as CANEX customer appreciation event a car team! The theme is Musical Icons. The Wednesday, July 13: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Great Valley Rally started in 2014 as a fun Enjoy a free BBQ and our visit partner ven- way to bring the three communities of the Co- dors at CANEX! mox Valley together. The rally starts in Cum- berland and ends in Comox with a fun after- Creative FUN @ Teepee Park - Lego Fun noon of music and food for the racers at the Wednesday, July 13: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Filberg Community Stage in the Filberg Park. Join us at Teepee Park pavilion for some fun free greatvalleyrally.com Canada Day in the Comox Valley family activities! Children under the age of 9 Kinsmen Pancake Breakfast years are required to have parental supervision. Classic Cruiser Car Show Sunday, July 24 – Downtown Courtenay 7:00 – 10:00 am at Simms Park 46th Annual Downtown Courtenay Market Day Kids Bicycle Decorating Contest Saturday, July 16: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Creative FUN @ Teepee Park – Art-Spiration 8:30 – 10:00 am on 5th Street Downtown Courtenay hosts 100 plus vendors, Wednesday, July 27: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Downtown Courtenay live entertainment, kids fun, and store discounts Join us at Teepee Park pavilion for some fun free on this epic single-day event. family activities! Children under the age of 9 Canada Day Grand Parade years are required to have parental supervision. 10:00 am on 5th Street Downtown Courtenay Comox MFRC Picnic at Airforce Beach Wednesday, July 27: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Canada Day at Lewis Park Come and meet new people or spend time with 11:30 am – 4:00 pm some friends and family. This is the perfect op- The opening ceremonies will commence imme- portunity for kids to make new friends. We will diately following the parade (approximately at be at the picnic shelter on the beach. Chips and 11:30 am). The ceremony will feature 19 Wing juice will be provided please bring your picnic. Comox personnel, a Colour Guard, and the Free- Note: Please register at the MFRC reception dom of the City presentation that will recognize (250-339-8290). You need a CFB Comox sticker The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 17 on the on your car to park for free; if you don’t have one 90th Anniversary of all Legions in Canada. you may purchase a parking pass at the camp-  Opening Ceremonies at noon Jet Stream in concert at 19 Wing site registry offi ce located at Airforce Beach.  OH CANADA and free birthday cake Tuesday, July 19 Filberg Festival – juried outdoor art show  Bounce-A-Rama 1:30 – 3:30 pm in the fi eld next to Red Park July 29 – August 1  Beer Garden at Tennis Court FREE BBQ for military community! Filberg Heritage Park (Comox)  Free Circus The Royal Canadian Air Force Band is a group of fi lbergfestival.com  Free Outdoor Pool Swim 35 fulltime professional musicians who perform Georgia Strait Big Band at the Native Sons Hall throughout Canada. Comprised of a number of Nautical Days at Comox Marina Park 2:00 – 4:00 pm diverse groups and ensembles, their role is to FREE family fun! provide musical support to the Canadian Armed July 31 – August 1 Free Family Variety Show at the Sid Williams Forces, all levels of government, and to a va- The annual Fireworks Celebration in the Co- Theatre featuring the Canadian Military Wives riety of public functions. The RCAF Band also mox Valley. Choir Comox proudly represents Canada and the Canadian comoxnauticaldays.ca 7:00 – 9:30 pm Forces around the globe. CANEX and Base Fund Creative FUN @ Teepee Park - Build a City Comox Valley Farmers` Market sponsor this event. Wednesday, August 3: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Saturday, July 2 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Join us at Teepee Park pavilion for some fun free Headquarters Road family activities! Children under the age of 9 (every Saturday, all summer long! Wednesday years are required to have parental supervision. mornings in Downtown Courtenay, and Sunday mornings in Cumberland) F,S+R - Shooters (Basketball) Camp Tuesday to Friday, August 8 – 12 F,S+R - Youth Discover Scuba Thursday, July 7 Movies Under the Stars (in Cumberland) FREE family fun! BC Bike Race Wednesday, August 10 Great Valley Rally - Comox Valley Chamber of Thursday, July 7 Sponsored by First Credit Union and Insur- Commerce Day 1 of staged race begins in Cumberland ance: fi rstcu.ca bcbikerace.com Saturday, July 23 JUNE 28, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 7 Summer in the Comox Valley

Comox MFRC Nature Connections: Seal Bay Park us for a day of cycling and community spirit. Wednesday, August 10: 9:30 am - 11:30 am yanacomoxvalley.com Note: We are meeting at Seal Bay Park. F,S+R - Abstract Volleyball Camp Please join us for a walk in nature. This trail is Monday to Thursday, August 22 – 25 suitable for all walking types and easy for stroll- ers too. Please leave your pets at home. Comox Valley Exhibition August 26-28 Alpine Wine Festival CVEX.ca Mount Washington Alpine Resort Friday, August 12 Comox MFRC Cheesecake Social mountwashington.ca Wednesday, August 31: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm FS+R Multipurpose Room Creative FUN @ Teepee Park – Sensory Stations An annual celebration of decadent and delicious Wednesday, August 17: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm cheesecake. And we’re celebrating newcomers, Join us at Teepee Park pavilion for some fun free too! Whether you’ve just arrived or have been family activities! Children under the age of 9 living here a while, you and your and appetite years are required to have parental supervision. are invited. Please register at the MFRC recep- Tim Hortons Express SELF-SERVE kiosk comes tion (250-339-8290) by Wednesday, August 24. to CANEX! Families with children under 12 years may be eligible for childcare. 19 Wing REXSPO Saturday, September 10

Atmosphere Gathering music festival Village of Cumberland August 19 - 21 Family-friendly music festival – featuring a Big Top! atmospheregathering.com Simon’s Cycles YANA Ride Sunday, August 21 Cyclists of all ages and abilities can take part in FLAVOUR North Island Gourmet Picnic this fun and scenic ride through the beautiful Sunday, September 18 Comox Valley. Mark on your calendar and join gourmetpicnic.ca

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 Presentations from around 19 Wing JUNE 28, 2016

Mr. Russ Arnott re- WO Raymond Arsenault Capt Christine Baza- PO2 Shawn Beckett ceives a Wing Com- receives his Canadian rin receives her pro- receives his Canadi- mander’s Commen- Forces’ Decoration Sec- motion to the rank of an Forces’ Decoration Cpl Tony Boogerman and Cpl Valerie Cornﬁ eld dation. ond Clasp (CD2). Major. First Clasp. receive Wing Commander’s Commendations.

Cpl Keith Bezanson Avr (Basic) Emmanuel Avr Christopher PO1 Alan Cabilan re- receives his Canadi- Bouchard receives his Cpl J.C Boudrias re- Brewin receives award ceives his promotion Capt Carson Choy re- an Forces’ Decoration promotion to Aviator ceive his promotion to for the Service Person to Chief Petty Ofﬁ cer ceives his Canadian Second Clasp. Trained. Master Corporal. of the First Quarter. Second Class. Forces Decoration.

Capt Dale Devlieg- Capt Dan Cunningham er receives his CD2. Cpl Joel Doiron re- Avr (Basic) Tanya Eu- Capt Jarrett Feist re- Sgt Martin Fiset re- receives his Canadi- He also received the ceives his General per receives her pro- ceives his Canadian ceives a Flight Safety an Forces’ Decoration General Service Med- Service Medal with motion to Aviator Forces’ Decoration Award for Profession- First Clasp. al with Expedition bar. Expedition bar. (Trained). First Clasp. alism.

Pte Frederique Hudon Miss Taylor Gibney re- Avr (Basic) Nathalie receives her Supply Avr Ryan Kelly receives a Wing Com- 2Lt Jennifer Gouthro Horth receives her Tech QL4 Certiﬁ cate for MCpl John Johnson ceives his propeller mander’s Commen- receives her promo- promotion to Aviator the successful comple- receives a For Profes- signifying that he his dation. tion to Lieutenant. (Trained). tion of her OJT. sionalism certiﬁ cate. now trained. JUNE 28, 2016 Presentations from around 19 Wing TOTEM TIMES | 9

MWO James MacDou- Capt Jeremy Maltais MCpl Clifford Moors gall receives his Ca- MCpl Ian MacNeil re- receives his Gener- Mr. Robert Martel re- MC Marty Menard re- receives his Canadi- nadian Forces’ Deco- ceives his promotion al Service Medal with ceives his Civilian ceives his promotion an Forces’ Decoration ration Second Clasp to Sergeant. Expedition bar. Long Service Award. to Sergeant. Second Clasp.

CWO Didier Pignatel Sgt Paul Lloyd re- Avr (Basic) Gina Par- Sgt Trent Paulhus re- receives the Special MCpl Michael Pollock ceives his Canadian ent receives her pro- ceives his General Capt Mike Perry re- Service Medal Alert receives his Canadi- Forces’ Decoration motion to Aviator Service Medal with ceives his promotion Bar. He also received an Forces’ Decoration First Clasp. (Trained). Expedition bar. to Major. his promotion to CWO. Second Clasp.

Avr Sean Rutherford Cpl Steven Sloanre- receives his Supply MCpl Pascal Senecal Sgt Darryl Seymour ceives his Supply Tech Sgt Steve Quesnel re- Lt Brad Rouleau re- Tech QL4 Certifi cate receives his Canadi- receives his Gener- QL4 Certifi cate for the ceives his promotion ceives his promotion for the successful an Forces’ Decoration al Service Medal with successful completion to Warrant Offi cer. to Captain. completion of his OJT. First Clasp. Expedition bar. of his OJT.

Sergeant Guy St-De- Avr Daneil Szordyk- Capt Teshaa Whea- Cpl Lee Williamson Maj Brian Zimmer- nis receives his Cana- MCpl Kailyn Swanson woski receives a For ton-Sparkes receives receives his Gener- man receives his pro- dian Forces’ Decora- receives his General Professionalism cer- a Wing Commander’s al Service Medal with motion to Lieutenant tion First Clasp. Campaign Star. tiﬁ cate. Commendation. Expedition bar. Colonel. 10 | TOTEM TIMES JUNE 28, 2016

Kids golf free at Glacier Greens REC CENTRE SUMMER HOURS

Closed July 1

Glacier Greens Golf Course (GGGC) is a proud supporter of the Take a Kid to the Course program July 2 - August 31 that kicks off on July 4. This initiative was developed by the National Golf Course Owners Associ- ation to encourage families and juniors to take up the game of golf. Entering the fourteenth sea- Monday to Friday: son, the Take A Kid to the Course program has allowed over 335,000 juniors an opportunity to 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. golf for free across Canada. Each kid under 16 accompanied by a paying adult will get a FREE round of golf, plus a chance to Saturday and Sunday: win additional prizes by registering in the Pro Shop until July 10. For more information or to book your tee time, contact the GGGC pro shop at 250-339-6515. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. JUNE 28, 2016 TOTEM TIMES | 11

19 Wing Catholic Women’s Comox Valley District Girl Guides League - Lady of the donate cookies to MFRC Care Packages Sacred Heart Chapel The 19 Wing Catholic Women’s League (CWL) Comox Valley District Girl Guides have made a generous donation of their much-loved cookies to - Lady of the Sacred Heart Chapel - has been the MFRC Care Package Project. They will be included in parcels lovingly prepared by volunteers active for over 50 years. The purpose of the and sent overseas to boost the morale of members deployed from 19 Wing Comox. Receiving the CWL is to support military members and fami- donation on behalf of 19 Wing are (L-R): Sgt Rossignol, Sgt Ricard (Deployment Services NCO), lies through charity works and other support. Capt Collins and WCWO Parent (seated). All women of Catholic faith are invited to the CWL general meetings held on the third Friday of each month at 1:00 p.m. in the Rose Annex RCAF trades’ reunion set for North Bay between September and June. The CWL council is (L-R): Secretary Lia Young, Treasurer Glenda The Royal Canadian Air Force will hold a reunion from August 25 to 28 for former and active members of the following Wilson, Past President Diane Plamondon, Pres- trades: ﬁ ghter control operators, air defence techs, air weapon controllers and aerospace controllers. ident Bonnie Gillis, and Spiritual/ Organization This event will be held at the Clarion Resort in North Bay. Melissa Webb, and Spiritual Advisor Father He- For information, contact the committee by email at [email protected] by telephone at 705-776-9448. lou (not pictured). Details about the reunion may be viewed at faaar2016.webs.com or facebook.com/faaar2016.

Members of the 19 Air Military couples Maintenance Squadron Avionics Shop gathered last month to offered spiritual strengthen ties within the team and enjoy a retreat day of activities outside of the shop. The day Samaritan’s Purse: Operation Heal Our Patriots started at Fir Meadows with a game of disc Canadian military person- for Canadian military per- golf, led by our local nel and their spouses are sonnel. pro Cpl Steve Buck, invited to apply to attend The marital enrichment and then wrapped with Operation Heal Our Patriots and spiritual encourage- a delicious BBQ. Front (OHOP) from September ment portion of the week (L-R): Sgt MacNeil and 11 to 16 at the Samaritan at Samaritan Lodge fl ows MCpl Timpug. Middle: Lodge in Port Alsworth, from workshops led by Cpl Côté. Back (L- Alaska. retired military chaplains. AVS team bonds over R): MCpl MacKenzie, OHOP is a ministry proj- Biblically-based sessions Cpl Buck, Cpl Ashley, ect of Samaritan’s Purse, are designed to strengthen MCpl Sénécal, and Cpl a Christian international married couples’ relation- disc golf and BBQ Funk. Photo by WO relief and development or- ship with God and with each Lechasseur. ganization with projects in other. The relaxation por- more than 100 countries tion of the week at Samari- worldwide. OHOP focuss- tan Lodge includes a cozy es on bringing spiritual re- little wheelchair-accessible Padre’s Corner freshment, physical renewal cabin for each couple, and and marriage enrichment delicious meals with all 10 Our Lady of the Sacred Heart St. Michael and All Angels to physically and/ or emo- couples together. The recre- (RC) 19 Wing Chapel Protestant Chapel tionally wounded military ation times include profes- personnel and their spouses. sionally guided kayaking Sunday Mass: 1000 hrs Sunday Worship: 1000 hrs OHOP has existed since and salmon-fi shing excur- Weekday Mass: 1100 hrs Tuesday, Protestant Communion: celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. 2012 and has hosted more sions, a hike to a scenic wa- Wednesday and Thursday Sacrament of Reconciliation: upon request. Bible Study: please contact than 500 military couples terfall, and a fl oat-plane trip Chaplain for the dates and times. from the U.S. during the to view grizzly bears. past four years. This is the For more information or Marriage preparation: please contact the Chaplain at least six months prior to date of wedding. second year that a special to apply, visit samaritans- Baptisms: please make an appointment with the Chaplain. week has been set aside purse.ca/ohop. For information contact the chaplains’ offi ce at 250-339-8211, ext 8389. 12 | TOTEM TIMES JUNE 28, 2016

Kinnikinnik visits the Fire Hall On June 23 twenty four eager and excited Junior Fire Recruits from the Kinnikinnik Childcare Cen- tre spent the morning with the fi refi ghters of Blue Platoon as they toured the Fire Station at 19 Wing Comox. They had the opportunity to explore all of the gear, climb on the fi re trucks, and were taught the importance of being fi re safe and smart. The group was joined by Avr Brennen Smith (left rear) and Cpl Mike Cusson (right rear) for a celebratory photo. Photo by Cpl Tom Beausoleil.

Hitchbot tours 19 Wing

On June 13 a hitchbot arrived at the front gate of 19 Wing Comox to begin what Calgary students hope will be a cross-country adventure for one of their creations. The hitchbot was welcomed by 12 Military Police Flight and then promptly sent on a tour of the base. A report of the visit was sent to the fourth and ﬁ fth grade students at Erin Woods School with information to help them learn about the role of the base and the missions of 19 Wing units. Twenty two hitchbots built by the class have been sent on adventures across Canada with lists of questions attached in a small booklet that each host will answer so the students learn more about Canada and what it means to others to be Canadian.