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SLt Melissa Kia, MARPAC Public Affairs Fleet Chief CPO1 Derek Kitching (left), and Cmdre Jeff Zwick, Commander Canadian Fleet Pacific, salute the ship’s company of HMCS Saskatoon as the ship passes Fisgard Lighthouse. HMCS Saskatoon deployed for Operation Caribbe, Canada’s contribution to combat the international drug trade. Read more on page 2.

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By preventing the flow of illicit drugs and denying unlawful access to the sea, our sailors are effectively interrupting a major funding source for organized crime. Lieutenant-Commander Todd Bacon, Commanding Officer Photo by SLt Melissa Kia, MARPAC Public Affairs HMCS Saskatoon leaves Esquimalt Harbour, passing Fisgard Lighthouse for Operation Caribbe, Canada’s contribution to HMCS Saskatoon combat the international drug trade.

Peter Mallett Maritime Coastal Defence effectively interrupting Caribbe. On March 19, marijuana in 2016, and 66 threats and security chal- Staff Writer Vessel and its crew are ful- a major funding source 2016, Saskatoon assisted metric tonnes of cocaine and lenges to Canada’s interna- filling Canada’s commit- for organized crime,” said members of the United four metric tonnes of mari- tional defence and security HMCS Saskatoon ment to Operation Martillo Lieutenant-Commander States Coast Guard in juana over the past 10 years. partners. deployed Feb. 20, beginning – the United-States led Todd Bacon, Commanding the seizure of 10 bales of Canadian warships “Our people are amongst its latest contribution to multinational effort among Officer HMCS Saskatoon. cocaine weighing approxi- deployed on Operation the most highly educated Operation Caribbe, Canada’s Western Hemisphere and “Our mission success during mately 360 kilograms. The Caribbe, along with CP-140 and trained sailors in the decade-long contribution to European nations aimed at these operations is a result drugs had been dumped Aurora aircraft from the world; they are the com- the multinational campaign drug interdiction and coun- of the continued support in the water by a fishing Royal Canadian Air Force, petitive advantage in com- against illicit trafficking ter smuggling operations in our sailors receive from boat before it fled the scene. act in a support role, locat- batting terrorism and piracy, by transnational organized the area. their family, friends and That bust was part of the ing and tracking vessels of conducting fisheries patrols crime in the Caribbean “By preventing the colleagues back home.” Royal Canadian Navy’s interest. The annual opera- and drug interdictions,” sea and the eastern Pacific flow of illicit drugs and It’s the second time in contribution to the seizure tion directly supports the said Rear-Admiral Art Ocean. denying unlawful access 12 months Saskatoon has and disruption of 5,570 kg Canadian Armed Forces’ McDonald, Commander The Kingston-Class to the sea, our sailors are participated in Operation of cocaine and 1,520 kg of mission to defend against Maritime Forces Pacific. Back on Duty Commissionaires values your transferrable skills and your military, police or RCMP background. We’re a not- for-profit organization dedicated to providing meaningful employment to veterans. Join Commissionaires and put your skills and experience to work ensuring the safety and security of people and property in a wide variety of environments, including healthcare, education, airports and seaports, and non-core police services. Join Commissionaires today 877 322 6777 | commissionaires.ca/cfna

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In addition, they they have spent outside of The Belmont Park Box, located on the south actively attract and enroll can provide individual sup- the military environment. side of John Stubbs Memorial Elementary former trained members of port and guidance to each And as an added bonus, School, is the former stomping grounds of the Canadian Armed Forces. re-enrollee’s file, which those returning also help Western Lacrosse Association’s superstar Working together, the two helps ensure the process to demonstrate to both Jesse King, a forward for the 2015 Mann teams are focused on sup- moves forward as smoothly the public and to serving Cup Champion’s, the Victoria Shamrocks. porting RCAF occupations as possible. personnel that the Canadian Complete with the perfect concrete wall “Belmont box is one of the foundations to that face particular person- There are many advan- military remains an for practicing “wall ball”, it is a great place my box lacrosse career,” King recalls. “I look nel shortages, and can ben- tages to re-enrolling fully employer of choice. for parents and siblings to watch the fun. back on practicing at Belmont and realize In recent years, box lacrosse has become that it was a place where some of my great- one of the fastest growing sports in North est memories, and friendships were made. America. Although not widely known, Two of my best friends to this day are two the National Sports Act of Canada named If you are interested in receiving more information guys who I met at that lacrosse box. For this, lacrosse our national summer sport in about this initiative, you can contact the AFI< Belmont lacrosse box is more than just a 1994. Due to BC’s mild climate, lacrosse is through their website, by email or by telephone: place to play lacrosse.” a sport that players can practice outdoors Website Being one of two outdoor lacrosse boxes in all year round. For families looking for www.airforce.forces.gc.ca/en/re-enrollment.page? the Westshore community, Belmont comes an exciting sport, consideration should to life during the April – June box lacrosse be given to enrolling their youngsters in Email season, and even in the off-season, hosts lacrosse. Children as young as five years [email protected] many kids coming out to practice their skills. old can participate. For more informa- tion, check out your local Minor Lacrosse Telephone (it’s a free call!) Association. Former officers 1-866-355-8195 Former non-commissioned members www.jdflacrosse.com 1-877-877-2741 For general information on how to join the I look back on practicing at Belmont Royal Canadian Air Force, visit the Canadian Armed and realize that it was a place Forces recruiting website at: where some of my greatest memories, and friendships were www.forces.ca made. -Jesse King, Victoria Shamrocks Forward 10 • LOOKOUT February 27, 2017 February 27, 2017 LOOKOUT • 11 March is Take the Fight Nutrition out of Food! Month! Eating should be joyful, not a source of everyday Dietitian Pro Tip frustration and confusion. If Nathalie Regimbal MSc RD you’re fighting with food, try Visit NutritionMonth2017.ca this three-step approach: • Keep mealtimes pleasant! Your child’s attitude towards certain Upcoming: foods can be related to the mood in which it was served. Eating and stress - Help! 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Darlene Blakeley Québec City, home of Bermuda, the United States and Editor Crowsnest Canada’s Naval Reserve Canada along the way. Magazine Headquarters, will be the main The tall ships are scheduled rallying point on the tour. The to stop at 30 different ports The RCN is proud to commemorate A regatta of tall ships. An tall ship fleet, along with over in Ontario, Québec and the Canada’s strong naval heritage with Maritimes during the tour, giv- international tattoo. Naval 3,000 crew members and youth ing thousands of Canadians boarding party demonstrations. trainees, will be in the Port of Canadians from all backgrounds as part the opportunity to admire the A navy bike ride. Québec for a grand celebra- tion from July 18 to 23. A host majestic beauty of these cathe- of this year’s celebrations. These are just some of the of free activities is planned for drals of the seas. events that will take place as the Vice-Admiral Ron Lloyd, Commander RCN. families and visitors, showcas- Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) Canada Day at Canada Place ing local and national culture celebrates the 150th anniver- 2017 marks the 10th con- as well as Canada’s proud mari- sary of Confederation this year. secutive year that Joint Task time heritage. Focusing on events from coast Force Pacific and Maritime “RDV 2017 will bring to coast, community involve- Forces Pacific have participated Canadians to cities, towns and ment will be a special part of the in Canada Day at Canada Place villages along the St. Lawrence festivities. in Vancouver, the largest Canada River and help to promote a “The RCN is proud to com- Day celebration outside the greater understanding of these memorate Canada’s strong naval nation’s capital. communities and the vital role This year a keepsake photo heritage with Canadians from all this iconic Canadian water- backgrounds as part of this year’s postcard of visitors with way played in the creation and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) celebrations,” says Vice-Admiral development of our country,” Ron Lloyd, Commander RCN. members will provide a lasting says Lieutenant-Commander memory with the wording. “I’m “As we mark this special year, Kevin Jutras, Naval Reserve celebrating Canada 150 with we remember and honour the Coordinator for RDV 2017. the Canadian Forces.” bravery of generations of sailors The Québec City rallying The CAF Zone will consist who fought to defend Canadian point is one stop along a trans- of 17 unit displays, a Halifax- values at home and abroad.” atlantic race of 7,000 nauti- class frigate and two Orca Patrol Rendezvous 2017 cal miles taking place over the Craft Training ships. A Fun A signature event marking course of five months in 2017. Force Fitness Test will challenge celebrations will be Rendez- The race starts at the port of participants to test themselves vous 2017 (RDV 2017), when Royal Greenwich in Great to see if they have the right stuff more than 40 tall ships will sail Britain on April 13 and finishes for the CAF. A fog-filled tent Canadian waters from June 30 in the port of Le Havre, France. to Aug. 20. There will be stops in Portugal, continuted on page 15

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Canada 150 continuted about search and rescue, support of this year’s event. Halifax Explosion will also a 10km ride or 30km ride veillance and presence from page 14 and airframe maintenance. “The RNSIT is a public be commemorated. From around downtown Ottawa operation, as a backdrop, Overhead, two parachuting spectacle which provides the bravery and courage and in Gatineau Park. the RCN will gain valuable will allow participants to SkyHawks will appear to be the CAF the opportunity exhibited by soldiers at the Registration­ is open to both insight into small boat inter- use a thermal imaging cam- making their approach vir- to showcase personnel and battle of Vimy Ridge to the avid and recreational cyclists nal water operations and era to find hidden person- tually over the CAF Zone. their specialized skills,” military personnel and first of all ages. Canadian Ranger coopera- nel. Visitors over 19 years Visitors can attend one says LCdr Sidney Green, responders rushing to help “There are many avid tion. Sailors will celebrate of age can try the firearms of several live performances Executive Officer RNSIT. after the Halifax Explosion, cyclists within the navy com- Canada 150 as modern-day training simulator. by the Naden Band of “As this is a multinational Canadian history and hon- munity, myself included, and voyageurs of Canada’s inter- Live demonstrations will Maritime Forces Pacific, event, it also provides the our will be on full display. I look forward to leading the nal waters. include the rarely seen naval one of which will provide opportunity to build upon The RCN will have a first-ever Navy Bike Ride These signature events boarding party demonstra- musical support for the already established rela- strong presence at the through Canada’s Capital are just a sample of what tions, performed on three live broadcast of a citizen- tionships with not only the Tattoo with the Stadacona Region during our nation’s the RCN has planned for custom-painted, stacked ship ceremony, presided community, but with other and Naval Reserve bands 150th birthday,” says VAdm the year, as a host of other sea containers. Visitors will over by Rear-Admiral Art nations as well.” on hand, and will proudly Lloyd. events will be held in com- be able to try on a bomb McDonald, Commander This year’s Tattoo will be showcase its Maritime munities across the country suit and equipment used Joint Task Force Pacific. one of the biggest yet as Tactical Operations Group. MacKenzie River Run from ships’ visits to mari- by the Maritime Tactical it celebrates how Canada’s The navy will also compete In the North, the RCN time galas to participation Operations Group – the Royal Nova Scotia diverse landscape and cul- in the ever popular CAF will operate small boats on in the Invictus Games. specialized unit designed to International Tattoo ture define the nation on Obstacle Race. Great Slave Lake in July. “This is an exciting time manage high-risk threats at The 2017 Royal Nova its 150th birthday. “From Two boats will potentially to be a Canadian and part sea. Scotia International Tattoo the moment the opening Navy Bike Ride circumnavigate Great Slave of the navy,” says VAdm The Canadian Army will (RNSIT), held in Halifax note rings out and until the As part of its Canada 150 Lake, while an additional Lloyd. “We have many won- provide a selection of vehi- from June 29 to July 6, will final note fades, the Tattoo celebrations in the National two boats will proceed from derful activities planned for cles as well as a forward also be a signature event in will recognize Canada as Capital Region, the RCN Hay River up the MacKenzie this special year, and I hope operating base with a “selfie support of the Canada 150 the strong nation it is,” says will be hosting the inaugu- River to Tuktoyaktuk. that all Canadians will have station” for guests. The celebrations. Approximately LCdr Green. ral Navy Bike Ride. It will Using Joint Task Force the chance to celebrate this Royal Canadian Air Force 295 personnel, including 50 The 100th anniversa- take place May 20 with North’s Operation milestone alongside mem- will invite visitors to learn cadets, will be employed in ries of Vimy Ridge and the the option of doing either Nunakput, an annual sur- bers of the RCN.”

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LS Pilouzoué is presented a Commander of the Lt(N) Simard (middle) is promoted to Lt(N) by MS Pelletier is presented a Commander of the Naval Naval Reserve Coin from Cmdre Mulkins (right), Cmdre Mulkins, Commander Naval Reserve, and Cdr Reserve Coin and promoted to MS by Cmdre Mulkins, Commander Naval Reserve, and LCdr Jacques (left). Findlater. Commander Naval Reserve, and LCdr Jacques.

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