TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 2019 Volume 61, #07 Cpl Jeffrey Clement

The spirit of volunteer recognition is in the air! Julie Kidson, Comox MFRC volunteer development coordinator

Throughout the year 19 ing communities’. are proud to have a diverse ciously funded by CANEX club committee member, your own spirits by provid- Wing Comox is supported This theme highlights group of volunteers of all and the 19 Wing Base Fund, board member, youth help- ing you with a sense of ful- by numerous volunteers the impact volunteers have ages and backgrounds in- and was held at 888 Wing er, and more. Every single filment, joy and purpose as who lift our community by on communities - as well cluding youth, civilians, Komox. It featured a deli- one of our volunteers is lift- well as uplifting those you supporting our programs, as the personal benefits of military serving personal, cious breakfast catered by ing our community. are helping. It’s never too events, and partner orga- volunteering. military spouses and vet- Plates Eatery. Volunteers working with late to get involved and nizations. With many options to erans. CANEX donated prizes youth are lifting the self- become a 19 Wing Volun- These volunteers donate choose from, 19 Wing vol- Appreciation that were won by ballot esteem and self-confidence teer – and perhaps we will their time, knowledge, and unteers can be found sup- breakfast draw by our deserving vol- of our youth, volunteers see you at next year’s 19 skills knowing that they porting the Comox Military To honour our 19 Wing unteers. This formalized who are face painters are Wing Volunteer Apprecia- are contributing to some- Family Resource Centre, volunteers, the Military appreciation event allows lifting the spirits of kids, tion event! thing larger than them- Personnel Support Pro- Family Resource Centre 19 Wing to fully show how and volunteers teaching at For more information selves. gram, and 19 Wing events (MFRC) and Personnel appreciative we are of the the clubs are lifting people on any volunteer activ- The theme for National and clubs. Support Program (PSP) co- efforts and contributions of skills, confidence and con- ity, visit cafconnection. Volunteer Week, which ran 19 Wing volunteers are hosted a volunteer appreci- our volunteers. nections. ca/Comox to learn more from April 7 to 12, was just as varied as the op- ation breakfast on April 11. Every route marshall, Join us! about our events, services ‘The volunteer factor: lift- portunities available. We The event which was gra- face painter, care-taker, Volunteering can also lift and clubs.

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MANAGING EDITOR Camille Douglas 250-339-8211, ext 8752 [email protected] CANEX donates to Volunteer Recognition Program The Comox Military Family Resource Centre received $2000 from CANEX to support of the Volunteer Recognition Program. GRAPHIC DESIGNER Gillian Ottaway Querin The funds were used to host the volunteer recognition breakfast on April 11. (L-R): Kevin Elmore, Janice Sandholm, Julie Kidson, Canex store manager Christina Hartman, 19 Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins, 19 Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO EDITORIAL ADVISOR Kevin Colcey, and Deputy Wing Commander LCol Paula Fraser. Capt Brad Little

DISTRIBUTION Michael Pearce Celebrating volunteers at CAFM A Division of Personnel During National Volunteer Week loguing, storage and preservation Support Programs the Comox Air Force Museum of artifacts. 19 Wing Comox, PO Box 1000 Stn. Main, celebrated their team of dedicated The team at the Heritage Air Lazo, BC V0R 2K0 volunteers - 26 in total. Park and wood shop maintain and [email protected] Four main teams ensure the mu- repair heritage vehicles, maintain seum is open six days each week, and preserve aircraft outside, build year round. They contribute nearly display cases, and provide other 12,000 volunteer hours per year, or wood working projects as required. 227 hours per week. The museum is run by a volun- The front desk team greets visi- teer board of directors: the Comox tors, completes gift shop sales, Valley Air Force Museum Asso- maintains the appearance of the ciation (CVAFMA). Each year gallery, and opens and closes mu- during a CVAFMA Volunteer Ap- seum daily. preciation Event, the recipient of A library team undertakes re- the Spirit of the Volunteer Award search and manages the books. is announced. The current recipient The collections management is Allison Hetman, also known as team looks after collection, cata- Queen of the CAFM Library.

435 Transport and Rescue Squadron par- ticipated in Exercise Sandy Fleece in Texas Ex SANDY FLEECE from March 24 to April 12. The exercise took place at Naval Air Station (NAS) Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base (JRB). The CC- 130 Hercules aircraft was required to provide air-to-air refueling for 401 Tactical Fighter Squadron, based at 4 Wing Cold Lake. The exercise provided an opportunity to complete required Fighter Pilot Training Directive (FPTD) upgrade training and Dissimilar Air The Totem Times is an unoffi- cial publication of 19 Wing Co- Combat Training (DACT) with local units. mox, BC. The Editor reserves Cpl Justin Roy the right to edit copy and re- ject advertisements to suit (Above) An RCAF CF-188 Hornet the needs of the publication. latches on for an air to air refuel- Views expressed are those of ing mission by an RCAF CC-130 the contributor unless express- Hercules aircraft from 435 Trans- ly attributed to DND, CAF, or other agencies. In case of ty- port and Rescue Squadron, dur- pographical errors, no goods ing Exercise Sandy Fleece, at Na- may be sold and the difference val Air Station (NAS) Fort Worth claimed against this paper. The Joint Reserve Base (JRB), Texas, paper’s liability is limited to a refund of the space charged on March 27. for the erroneous item. Mate- (Right) Capt Hillary Gardiner (left) rial may be reprinted with at- tribution. Published 22 times and Capt Leonard Portelance a year, every second Tuesday, (right) from 435 Transport and with permission of Col Mike Rescue Squadron fly an RCAF CC- Atkins, 19 Wing Commander. 130 Hercules aircraft, during Ex- Publications Mail Registration No.4098. Printed by Ladysmith ercise Sandy Fleece, at NAS Fort Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circula- Worth JRB, Texas. tion: 1800. APRIL 16, 2019 | TOTEM TIMES | 3 Maj Holly-Anne Brown

19 Wing Comox was represented at the Aerospace Maintenance Competition held in Atlanta, Georgia between April 8 and 11 by a team from 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron, located in Winnipeg. They took second place overall in the military category. RCAF techs make a winning impression at aerospace maintenance competition Maj Holly-Anne Brown

Five RCAF teams - more The maintainers’ skills than 30 personnel - trav- were challenged in the disci- eled to Atlanta, Georgia plines of inspection, trouble- to compete in the annual shooting, repairs and testing. Aerospace Maintenance Tasks included wheel and Competition, sponsored by brake removal and inspec- the Aerospace Maintenance tion, dent damage evaluation Council (AMC). on an airframe panel, aileron 19 Wing Comox was rep- cable rigging, troubleshoot- resented by 435 Transport ing aircraft power distribu- and Rescue Squadron, led tion systems and more. by Sgt Serena Cross, and a Eighty-four teams, repre- team led by Sgt Brad Saun- senting militaries, civilian ders that was comprised of airlines, aviation companies, technicians from several as well as high schools and squadrons at 19 Wing. colleges with aviation pro- Cpl Roselyn Dela Cruz grams, were pitted against from 442 Transport and Res- each other, racing against the cue Squadron was a member clock to follow a prescribed of the RCAF “Spitfires”, scenario with a detailed set an all-female team led by of instructions. MWO Theresa Nevills. This The team from 435 Trans- team brought together wom- port and Rescue Squadron, en from several RCAF units located in Winnipeg, took across the country. second place overall in the Two teams represented 4 military category. Wing Cold Lake, and in ad- dition to the official RCAF air maintenance technicians teams, RCAF technicians know all about pressure; made up four of the five they know that Canadian members of the Elevate Armed Forces’ readiness Aviation’s all-women team. and the ability to delivery MCpl Simon Laurent of 442 Transport and The AMC’s 2019 com- air power whenever and Rescue Squadron guides Cpl Marc-André Du- petition comprised 30 air wherever required depends guay from 424 Transport and Rescue Squad- maintenance tasks; each one heavily on their ability to ron through a troubleshooting procedure dur- was designed, developed, maintain RCAF aircraft so ing the competition. The pair were members supervised and judged by a that they are ready to deploy of the RCAF SAR Maintenance Team at the variety of airlines, aviation on operations at a moment’s Aerospace Maintenance Competition. organizations and industries. notice.

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Benefits of Cycling to Work There are five great reasons to cycle to work: E.A.R.T.H. Economical. Riding to work is a great way to save money. Air quality. In the Comox Valley, trans- portation is the largest contributor to green- house gases, so by reducing the amount you drive, you can make a positive impact on the environment. Recreation. Cycling can be fun for all ages. It is a great way to connect our sens- es with nature and with the community. You may notice things you would have missed in a car: a morning bird song, dawn light reflect- ing on the mountain ranges, or an opportuni- ty to saying hello to neighbours, walkers and other cyclists. Time. Save time. Trips under 5 km are proven to be faster on bike than in a car. Health. Cycling is a low-impact activity that is great for aerobic fitness, maintaining a healthy weight, rejuvenating energy and releasing stress.

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Current or former Fed- recognition measures, how- eral Public Servants, ever are not eligible for fi- Canadian Armed Forc- nancial compensation. es (CAF) and Royal Ca- The Final Settlement nadian Mounted Police Agreement includes finan- (RCMP) members who cial compensation at four were directly affected by levels between $5,000 and unfair federal policies due $100,000 and individual to their sexual orientation, reconciliation measures that gender identity or gen- include the Canada Pride der expression during the Citation, Personal Letter of period now known as the Apology, Records Access LGBT Purge (between the and File Notation. mid-50s to the mid-90s) Class Members who ex- may be eligible to submit perienced exceptional harm, a claim for financial com- such as PTSD, or who were pensation and individual sexually assaulted may reconciliation measures. be eligible for additional Claims can be submitted amounts. to Deloitte, the court ap- The claims period started pointed administrator, until on October 25, 2018 and April 25, 2019. individuals have until April In June 2018, the Fed- tioned, released, or forced Employees, who were alive 25, 2019 to submit a claim eral Court approved the Fi- to terminate their employ- as of October 31, 2016 and to Deloitte to request com- nal Settlement Agreement ment due to their sexual who were affected by one or pensation and/ or individual (FSA) in a class action orientation or gender iden- more of these unfair mea- reconciliation and recogni- lawsuit launched against tity during the LGBT Purge. sures, between December tion measures. the Government of Cana- The settlement includes 1, 1955 and June 20, 1996. For information on eligi- da on behalf of CAF and all current or former mem- Family members of a de- bility and how to submit a RCMP members and Feder- bers of the CAF, current ceased individual who was claim, please visit Deloitte’s al Public Servants who were or former members of the directly affected by actions website - lgbtpurgesettle- discriminated against, ha- RCMP, and current or for- stated above may be eli- ment.com - or call 1-833- rassed, investigated, sanc- mer Federal Public Service gible to receive individual 346-6178. 8 | APRIL 16, 2019 | TOTEM TIMES 95th Anniversary RCAF Mess Dinner April 1, 2019

The Fairwater Brass Quintet led by PO2 Tim Keels, members of the Naden Band of the , provided entertainment throughout.

The 95th Anniversary RCAF Mess Dinner was provided by Wing Foods. Cpl Melissa Miller was the chief cook, and she developed the menu with Maj Josh Christianson, PMC. The main course was a choice of pan seared peppercorn tenderloin with red wine maple reduction or dijon chicken wrapped with prosciutto with a rosemary demi – served with garlic mashed potato and roasted vegetables, or a balsamic mushroom Sgt Sloan, the IC Combined Mess, provided service support to the team. quinoa bowl. Each dish was inspected before it was served by a team of 12 volunteers.

Cpl Quick (right) joined the team dur- ing the research and development stage of the dessert course, resulting in great pride in the final prod- uct. Hours before the guest arrived, she ap- plied the sour berry coulis and plated the chocolate hazelnut silk torte for optimal chilling before ser- vice. Sgt Sloan looks on (left).

Gloria, a staff mem- ber who has been serving at the mess since 1999, is well MCpl Mellis prepares the roasted vegetables known to the guests for the oven. A team of three cooks spent a In tight quarters, the team of Cpl Quick, MCpl Mellis, and Pte Schry- and dignitaries who combined 50 hours in preparation for the meal, er work with precision to plate more than 120 meals. “We had a lot attend the annual serving 116 seated guests, as well as another of fun, and the evening went smoothly,” shared Cpl Miller, chief cook RCAF mess dinner. 20 staff and volunteers. for the event. APRIL 16, 2019 | TOTEM TIMES | 9

The entire team was comprised of a dozen volun- teer servers, mess staff, Cpl Miller as the chief cook, Cpl Quick assisting, MCpl Mellis bring- ing immense ex- pertise, and Pte Schryer in his first official mess din- ner since trade New to 19 Mission Support Squadron, the 95th training. “They did Anniversary RCAF Mess Dinner was a first for a great job,” en- Pte Schryer. thused WO Mo- nique Ryan, dep- Many volunteers uty Wing Foods stepped forward officer, 19 Mission to assist with the Support Squadron. execution of the “Cpl Miller took this dinner, includ- event on - from ing dishwash- start to finish. For ing. The efficient the first time ever, team operated she received the for more than traditional toast to three hours with- the chef!” out a pause.

Military Personnel Command initiatives delivers for military, veterans and families Military Personnel Com- on the past fiscal year, I vice for military families. making recruitment easier people begins from the to members builds a strong mand (MPC) is responsible am proud of the impressive When a partner is looking and faster, with a new digi- moment military members and agile defence organi- for setting the personnel amount of work we have ac- for a job, the Military Spou- tal recruiting platform and join the CAF, continues zation and acknowledges policies for people in uni- complished.” sal Employment Network attraction campaign for throughout their careers, the sacred obligation the form. Many of the key MPC ac- and the Military Spouse people considering a career and extends to that critical Government of Canada has MPC is on track to de- complishments for 2018/ 19 Initiave offer potential job in the CAF. time of transition when they to Canada’s military per- livering the new initiatives will directly enhance your opportunities to military The CAF Transition embark on a new life. sonnel, veterans, and their outlined in Canada’s De- lives as CAF members. spouses of currently serving Group (CAF TG) stood up Offering steadfast support families. fence Policy Strong, Se- Accomplishments members. on December 10 to ensure cure, Engaged (SSE). The If deployed on a named When members are post- the wellbeing of members WE'RE IN OUR NEW LOCATION! initiatives include benefits CAF operation, members ed, improvements to relo- and their families through- that contribute to a full and will have more money in cation services will help out the transition into civil- satisfying life experience. their pockets thanks to new navigate the system more ian life. CAF members joining tax relief measures. efficiently. Two other MPC iniatives today, as well as those now The Seamless Canada LGBT and non-LGBT that will benefit members in in mid-career, will see these initiative, launched in June members of the Defence the long term are Pension gains continue to grow for 2018, will make moving Team may look to the Posi- for Life and the new Vet- them and their families in to another part of Canada tive Space Ambassador eran’s Service Card (VSC). the years ahead, even after easier for members and their initiative, a volunteer and Pension for Life empow- they enter the next phase families. The CAF is work- peer-based support network ers CAF members or vet- in life. ing with federal, provincial, within the workplace that erans living with a service- “Our vision statement and private sector partners promotes diversity and in- related illness or injury to People First, Mission Al- to improve the coordina- clusion across the country. choose the form of compen- ways goes to the heart of en- tion of services across the The Defence Team is also sation that works best for VISIT US INSIDE CENTRAL BUILDERS suring that Canadian Armed country. promoting diversity and them, while the VSC rec- 610 ANDERTON AVE., COURTENAY, BC Forces members, veterans, When members need to inclusion as a core institu- ognizes CAF members’ past 250-941-7824 and their families are well- talk to someone, the 24/7 tional value, has appointed service and helps them stay supported, diverse, and re- Family Information Line, a Diversity Champion, and connected to military and silient,” said LGen Charles confidential sessions via is integrating Gender-Based veteran support programs. Lamarre, Commander of telephone or video can now Analysis Plus in all defence MPC committment Military Personnel Com- be booked, providing a con- activities. Military Personnel Com- mand. “As we look back venient and responsive ser- Op GENERATION is mand’s commitment to its

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Beloved bar supervisor FITNESS SPORTS & Cheryl Morrow was cel- ebrated by her peers RECREATION at Canadian Forces Mo- Located in the 19 Wing Fitness and rale and Welfare Servic- Community Centre at 1575 Military Row es on April 12 at Gla- cier Greens Golf Course. Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. She retired on Febru- Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. ary 1 after 24 years Statutory Holidays: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. of service at 19 Wing. Military users only: 6 – 8:30 a.m. and She started in 1995 as 11:30 a.m - 1 p.m., Monday to Friday a causal bartender at Fitness, Sports and Recreation: the Officer’s Mess, and 250-339-8211, local 7173/ 6989 quickly joined on in a Sports Stores Counter: 250-339-8211, local 8315 permanent part-time CAFconnection.ca/Comox role. By 1998 she was facebook.com/19WingComoxPSP the Officer’s Mess bar supervisor, and in 2012 EASTER HOURS she took over that re- Friday, April 19 - Monday, April 22 sponsibility in all three Facility: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. messes at 19 Wing Co- Open Swim: 1 - 3 p.m. mox. Cheers to many Lane Swim: 3 - 4 p.m. good times, Cheryl!

Susanne Guitard, a long time member and vol- unteer at Glacier Greens Golf Course (GGGC), is the winner of the “win your annual membership dues back” contest. Capt Guy Tremblay, chairper- son of the GGGC adviso- ry committee, picked the lucky ticket and present- ed the news to Susanne. “We thank everyone who participated in the contest this year, and wish every- one much success on the fairways this coming sea- son,” shared Paul Dash- kewytch, general manag- er of Glacier Greens Golf Course. For more infor- Big winner at mation about member- ship, green fees, ame- nities, services or clubs, Glacier Greens visit glaciergreens.com. 19 Mission Support Squadron CHAPLAIN SERVICES MEMBER PROFILE 19 MSS RCEME (Royal Canadian Electrical Mechanical Engineering) light vehicle section member, Mr. Joe Gratz, conducts the seasonal in- Our Lady of the Sacred Heart St. Michael and All Angels spection and repair on the Zamboni ice resurfacing truck, integral to Roman Catholic Chapel Protestant Chapel the operations of the Glacier Gardens Arena. Vehicle technicians are Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass: 9 a.m. Weekday Mass: 11 a.m.Tues + Thur responsible for the first and second line maintenance and recovery of all the 19 Wing Mobile Support Equipment, including fire trucks, Faith Centre - 1445 Military Row, Lazo, BC refuellers, buses, tractor trailers, runway equipment, snowploughs For more information contact the chaplain’s office at 250-339-8211 ext. 8389 and snowblowers, tractors, and lawnmowers.

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The Glacier Greens Saturday Men’s Club redefined the golf term ‘eagle’ on April 13, as this majestic creature dropped in for a drink and a bath in the pond at hole #4. Len Doyle, Saturday men’s club coordinator, was quick to capture a few stun- ning images – all to prove that the game of golf is much more than hitting a tiny white ball. And an eagle isn’t al- Scoring an eagle ways when a golfer scores two under par at Glacier Greens on any individual hole! Call for nominations Appel de candidatures Saddle Up Western Trail Ride Camp Équestre Ouest May 13 to 17 Bragg Creek, Alberta RCAF Run Course de l’ARC May 25 to 27 Winnipeg, Manitoba National Golf Camp Camp de golf national May 28 to June 3 Toronto, Ontario 19 Wing welcomes new PSP fitness instructors Navy Bike Ride Défi-Vélo de la Marine Julie Duncan-Bailey went to college at NAIT in Jeramie Auchterlonie grew up in the Comox Val- June 4 to 9 Alberta, graduating from the PFT program in ley and graduated from the SHAPE program at Ottawa, Ontario 2007. Julie has been teaching fitness on Van- Vancouver Island University. He believes that couver Island since graduation. In addition to with proper guidance and encouragement, ev- For more information regarding eligi- being a fitness instructor, Julie is also a nurse. eryone can be successful in their fitness goals. bility, contact WO Eric Venema, West- She is enthusiastic about promoting health and Jeramie enjoys time in the gym, playing soccer ern Region Co-ordinator, Soldier On Pro- fitness, and enjoys swimming, kayaking, and or volleyball, or being in the great outdoors. He gram, Transition biking. Her favourite sports are soccer and ten- believes that being a good trainer is also being Group. [email protected] nis, and she loves to teach pilates. a good listener and role model. JTF X is now recruiting HUMINT Operators and Supporters La FOI X recrute actuellement des opérateurs HUMINT et des militaires de soutien JTF X is looking for fit, motivated, intelligent and mature La FOI X est à la recherche de candidats en forme, motivés, intelligents applicants with outstanding interpersonal skills who want to et matures qui possèdent des habiletés interpersonnelles exceptionnelles et work in a demanding, ambiguous, and highly rewarding field. Attend a veulent travailler dans un domaine exigeant, ambigu et très gratifiant. JTF X employs cunning, creative, and security aware per- La FOI X emploie des gens astucieux, créatifs et soucieux de la sécurité sonnel around the globe to collect human intelligence (HU- recruiting brief: actifs partout dans le monde pour recueillir du renseignement humain (HU- MINT) on behalf of the CAF to support operations. HUMINT MINT) à l’appui des opérations des FAC. Les opérateurs HUMINT travaillent Operators work in small teams but produce large results. au sein de petites équipes pour produire de grands résultats. JTF X is also looking for talented supporters to enable 19 Wing Comox La FOI X recherche des militaires talentueux pour soutenir ces capacités. these capabilities. Our supporters are creative and outside May 2 Nos membres sont créatifs, savent sortir des sentiers battus et font preuve the box thinkers who have a high level of flexibility and d’une flexibilité et d’une éthique de travail supérieures. work ethic. 1:30 p.m. Instruction des candidats retenus par la FOI X: Centre d’évaluation Successful JTF X Applicants undergo: HU- des opérateurs HUMINT; Cours de spécialiste en HUMINT; Conduite MINT Operator Assessment Centre; HUMINT Specialist Jr Ranks Mess automobile avancée; tir avancé; premiers soins avancés; techniques HU- Courses; advanced driving, shooting, medical, tradecraft. MINT avancées. 12 | APRIL 16, 2019 | TOTEM TIMES WWII crash boat restoration in Port Alberni The Port Alberni Maritime Discovery Centre received a donation of an RCAF Peli- can M-264 – a crash boat used throughout WWII – in the fall. It resides as NAH- ANNI at the Port Alberni Maritime Heritage Societ- ies’ Maritime Gallery on Lighthouse Pier, awaiting restoration. “We were pleased to re- ceive a 1940s crash boat used by the RCAF in Uclue- let between 1941 and 1945,” shares Kenn Whiteman, president of the Port Alberni Maritime Heritage Society. “This iconic vessel could possibly be the last one on the west coast of Canada.” Marine legacies The Port Alberni Maritime Heritage Society has im- mersed itself in marine lega- cies. Visitors to the Maritime Discovery Centre would be familiar with the 37- foot steamship they dubbed SWAN - built in 1880, likely in the Coal Harbour Ship Yards. The NAHANNI, previ- ously called the RCAF Peli- very slim based on the slow can M-264, was most likely tenders that the RAF used at built in 1940 in North Van- the time. couver. It was modeled after The new generation of similar boats of the Class boats specifically designed 200 British Power Boat Co. to rescue pilots during in the UK. WWII were faster and more The fascinating tale of effective. They were twin rescue boat. to be hung in the vessel and the development and de- engine, hard-chined, vee- “We need to replicate the at the Maritime Discovery sign of the RCAF Pelican bottomed boats which were cabin of the NAHANNI Centre gallery. M-264 has been outlined designed to combine safety back to the original design, NAHANNI Restoration at portalbernimaritime- at sea in any flying weather repaint the vessel in Air c/o Port Alberni Mari- heritage.ca under the title with immediate speed in an Force colors of the day, re- time Heritage Society “The Genius Behind Sea emergency, and economy of place a number of broken Box 336 Plane Tenders”. maintenance. windows, and build a shel- Port Alberni BC V9Y 7M8 The goal was to develop Restoration efforts ter above her,” shares Kenn. “The board of PAMHS is faster and more effective The Port Alberni Maritime A registered Canadian excited to get this project on rescue boats, as the chanc- Heritage Society (PAMHS) charity, tax receipts for do- the way and welcome others es of being rescued from is raising funds to restore the nations of $250 or more will with an interest in preserving a seaplane that crashed on NAHANNI back to its origi- be issued. All donations will this iconic vessel to come on take-off or landing were nal 1940s debut as a RCAF be recognized in a plaque board with us,” adds Kenn.

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