New Air Division Stands up on June 25, Bgen Rick Pitre (Right) Was Appointed to the Historic Position of Inaugural Commander of 2 Canadian Air Division

July 22, 2009 VOLUME 57, ISSUE 13 FREE

New Air Division Stands Up On June 25, BGen Rick Pitre (right) was appointed to the historic position of inaugural commander of 2 Canadian Air Division. Chief of Air Staff LGen Angus Watt (left) said that he believes the creation of the new air division will be “the right thing for the Air Force.” 2 Can Air Div will assume control of all Air Force training and doctrine, freeing up 1Can Air Div to focus on operational requirements.

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BGen Rick Pitre assumed command of the Canadian Force’s most recent formation, the newly established 2 Canadian Air Division/Air Force Doctrine and Training Division in a formal ceremony at 17 Wing, Winnipeg on Thursday, June 25. The Air Force has embarked on what BGen Pitre calls “a new and exciting chapter in our rich air force history.” Commander 2 Canadian Air Division is now responsible for all Air Force doctrine, individual training and education. In addition to the Canadian Aerospace Warfare Centre located at 8 Wing Trenton, BGen Pitre will oversee the conduct and management of training establishments at: 15 Wing Moose Jaw, 16 Wing Borden, and a new Air Force Training Centre comprising several Air Force schools and training institutions. In Members of 17 Wing, 1 Canadian Air Division and the newly formed 2 Canadian Air Division gathered for the Formation Parade at Stevenson Park Parade Square on addition, he will have over- 25 June 2009. In this photo Brigadier General Rick Pitre salutes the parade. sight of training conducted by the Prairie Cadet Region. a better focus on doctrine, to enhance its focus on Air the Air Force, but across the initiatives and is all about tive for this transformation “The creation of 2 Ca- training and associated sup- Force operations at home whole of the Canadian Forc- increased efficiency and ef- is to improve the efficiency nadian Air Division/Air port at this crucial time in and abroad.” es, according to BGen Pitre. fectiveness,” said CWO Bill and effectiveness of training, Force Doctrine and Training our history,” said LGen An- The conditions influenc- “Today we need the abil- Dalke, Division Chief War- standards, activity levels and Division will regroup the gus Watt, Chief of the Air ing the training environment ity to track and influence an rant Officer. “There will be resource allocation. majority of Air Force train- Staff, who presided over the today present significant individual’s career from the a distinct benefit to having a “We improve through ing, education and lessons ceremony. “The reorganiza- challenges and will require a moment he or she steps into Commander whose focus is learning, by having agile learned functions into one tion of existing resources much more focused integra- the recruiting office… to dedicated to Air Force doc- processes that can adapt to formation, which will allow into two formations will al- tion of doctrine, training and commencing training,” he trine and training matters.” an evolving environment, low 1 Canadian Air Division education, not only within said. “The tools to make this The Air Force’s ability to while remaining true to the happen exist. We have them be a “learning organization” core principles,” said BGen and what we need to do now while continuing to gener- Pitre. “And therefore it is to make them work for us ate forces for operations will stands that 2 Canadian Air Find out how we can in a practical and affordable be significantly improved Division must be respon- make your ad work harder. way.” through this realignment, sive, forward-thinking, in- “The creation of 2 Cana- which will make effective novative and continuously Call 833-2500 ext 4120 today! dian Air Division is a reflec- use of already existing re- learning.” tion of CF transformation sources. The principle objec- VOXAIR

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Capt Jeff Noel ognizes that the school has is meant to better reflect the Wing Public Affairs been training AESOPs since importance rapid techno- 2001, but the old name did logical advancements and The Canadian Forces not reflect that, “says Lt-Col the introduction into the Air School of Air Navigation T.W. Heuthorst, 1 CFFTS’s Force of new equipment (CFANS) has, as of 26 June, first Commandant. will have on the expanded officially ceased to exist. The name, first men- missions both occupations Ceased to exist, that is, in tioned last November by will perform. the lexicon of the Canadian Lt-Gen W. A. Watt, Chief As well as a significant Air Force. of the Air Staff, at a Mess expansion to the curriculum In its stead has emerged Dinner celebrating both the for both occupations, the 1 Canadian Forces Flying graduation of the last air newly renamed school here Training School (1 CFFTS). navigator’s course and the will also see the number of A new, more robust entity 40th Anniversary of the for- students increase annually that more accurately reflects mation of CFANS, has now from its current level of 30 the future capabilities gradu- been approved by the Min- to 80 by 2012. ates of the Air Combat Sys- ister of National Defence “1CFFTS brings a com- tems Officers (ACSOs) and and Minister for the Atlan- mon name to all ab initio Airborne Electronic Sensor tic Gateway, the Honour- flying schools as we imple- Operators (AESOPs) cours- able Peter MacKay. ment the new Doctrine and es will bring to the 21st cen- With the actual role of Training Division,” said Lt- tury battle space. ACSOs and AESOPs evolv- Col Heuthorst. “This name change is ing far beyond their tradi- important because it rec- tional tasks, the ‘new’ name

A NEW MAJOR-GENERAL: Major-General Yvan Blondin smiles as his new rank is pinned on by his wife Jinny Lamoureux in a ceremony held in the atrium of 1 Canadian Air Division/Canadian NORAD Region Headquarters in Winnipeg on June 24. MGen Blondin recently assumed the position of Commander of 1 Cdn Air Div/CANR on July 9. SEE STORY ON PAGE 9

Navigator has sights

An Airborne Electronic Sensor Operator (AESOP) monitors the sensor panel aboard a CH-124 set on new Command Sea King helicopter. (CF Photo) Capt Jeff Noel amid family, friends and Wing Public Affairs invited guests, now Lieu- “The skills, the knowl- tenant Colonel (LCol) Heu- edge, the compassion that It has been twenty-years thorst signed his name to the LCol Heuthorst has will since then Lieutenant Theo a pair of ceremonial scrolls serve him well during his Heuthorst marched proudly signifying his appointment time as Commandant,” says across the parade square to as Commandant of the Colonel Scott Howden, be presented with his Air school he graduated from Commanding Officer of 17 Navigator’s wings follow- some two decades ago. Wing. “I can think of no one ing his graduation from the whom I would entrust with 1 Canadian Forces Flying Seven years after his the future of this school Training School (1 CFF- graduation, he returned to than him.” TS). 1 CFFTS as an instructor. During his tenure LCol In addition to his duties That sense of accom- Heuthorst was instrumental as Commandant of 1 CFF- plishment and pride was in transforming the focus of TS, LCol Heuthorst is also Air Navigator training from responsible for the Cana- A Search and Rescue Navigator with 413 Squadron based out of 14 Wing Greenwood front and centre again last long-range to tactical. Now dian Forces School of Aero- operates the radar inside a CC-130 Hercules aircraft. Photo: Pte Melissa Spence Thursday, June 18, when he is back as Commandant. space Studies (CFSAS).

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Capt Jeff Noel cated here. Since then he has Lt-Gen Duval praised Wing Public Affairs served tours of duty in such Colonel Boilard’s capabili- diverse locations as Halifax ties explaining he has been Although autumn is con- and Greenwood, N.S.; Otta- given the chance to excel, sidered the season of change, wa, Ont.; Montgomery, Ala- once again. for the men and women of bama; and Tampa, Florida. “Your hard work, dedi- the Canadian Forces, that “It is great to be back in cation and many successes season occurs in the summer Winnipeg,” said Col Boil- have earned you the honour when hundreds of military ard. “If it is not the Wing of commanding a wing,” Lt- personnel and their families you fall in love with, it’s the Gen Duval said. “You’ve move to new duty-stations importance of the mission earned that sacred trust of throughout Canada and and the pride of the men and the commanders who have around the world. women, who operate, main- given you this opportunity.” It was no different to- tain, secure and support the Col Boilard was preced- day as 17 Wing celebrated Wing day in and day out. ed in command by Col Scott change once again when That’s what makes it great to Howden who will move on Colonel (Col) Yvan Boilard be back.” to become the Air Attaché became the Commander of Lieutenant General at the Canadian Embassy in 17 Wing Winnipeg during a Marcel Duval, Commander Washington, D.C. ceremony at Stevenson Park NORAD, presided over the “The Boilard’s are im- Parade Square. ceremony. mensely qualified to lead This is the second time “We are here today to you,” said Col Howden. “I Col Boilard has been posted celebrate the departure of know you all will give them to 17 Wing during his ca- one exceptional wing com- the same support and dedi- reer. He started his mili- mander, to welcome a new cated service that you gave tary aviation career in 1984 one and to start another new to Sharon and I.” when he graduated from the chapter in the rich history of Canadian Forces Air Navi- 17 Wing,” said Lt-Gen Du- gation School (CFANS) lo- val. NATIONAL & REGIONAL MASTER STANDING OFFER REFERENCE CHART Regional Master Standing Offers Western (AB, SK, MB, NWT, Nunavut) Office supplies EV394-05CA06/005/REG Call up limitations: Max $25,000 per order $10,000 per line OEM toner E60PS-040069/006/PS Call up limitations: Min call up value $100, Max $40,000 per order, $10,000 per line Remanufactured toner E60PS-040067/002/PD Call up limitations: Min call up value $100. (L to R) As Col Howden looks on, Lt-Gen Duval passes the Wing Commander’s pennant to Col Max $40,000 per order, $10,000 per line Boilard. Photo Credit: Cpl B. Gomm Paper E60PD-070004/001/PD National Master Standing Offers All Regions Office seating E60PQ-030004/034/PQ Installation Regular hours $12 per chair After hours (Mon-Fri) (17:01-8:59) $15 per chair Saturdays $15 per chair 1-100 Holidays & Sundays $20 per chair. $50 minimum installation charge per callup Freight Chargeable Filing cabinets E60PQ-030005-025/PQ Installation 1-100 Regular hours $20 per cabinet After hours, Mon-Fri:$30 per cabinet 1-100 Saturdays $45 per cabinet 1-100 Holidays & Sundays $50 per cabinet $60 minimum installation charge per call up Freight Chargeable Also available through Grand & Toy as a part of NMSO holders: • SAMSUNG • 3M • LEXMARK • BROTHER • GLOBAL • HUMANSCALE • TEKNION Jerry Kauenhofen, Account Manager 15 Scurfield Blvd, Winnipeg, MB, R3Y 1V4 Tel: 204 284 5100 #3921 Fax: 204 633 4251 Cell: 204 795 6618 [email protected]@grandtoy.com grandandtoy.com

Orders and Customer Service (L to R) Col Boilard, Lt-Gen Duval, Col Howden sign the official Change of Command scrolls. Tel: 1 866 391 8111 Fax: 1 866 391 8555 (CF Photo: Cpl B. Gomm) Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 22 July 2009

Former Wing Commander Col Scott Howden passes the ceremonial Wing Chief Warrant Officer’s sword to CWO Sheila Blair on 26 June during the change of appointment ceremony forWCWO. Photo:Cpl Bill Gomm. New Chief For 17 Wing CWO Blair becomes new Wing Chief Warrant Officer

2nd Lt Gregory Kuhn privilege to serve as the new that WCWO Blair has not 403 Helicopter Squadron at “The previous command pointment as the WCWO Wing Public Affairs Wing Chief,” said WCWO worked on. From her early CFB Gagetown, NB to her team forged strong ties with at 17 Wing Winnipeg has Blair. “I am looking forward days working on the CF- current appointment as the the MFRC and the Winni- clearly been the highlight On June 26th, 17 Wing to the challenge of this new 101 Voodoo and CT-133 new Wing Chief Warrant Of- peg community, and I look of my career; I owe a great Chief Warrant Officer role brings and working with Silver Star to later posting ficer at 17 Wing. forward to the challenge of deal of gratitude and respect (WCWO) Glenn Wallace, such superb personnel at 17 at CP-144 Challenger, CP- At last weeks’ Wing building on this relation- to the men and women of the MMM officially handed over Wing.” 140/140A Aurora and CH- Commander’s Coffee Break, ship with the new Wing Defence Team and I will be the Wing Chief responsibili- WCWO Blair enrolled 124 Sea King Squadrons, WCWO Blair talked about Commander,” said WCWO forever grateful to the Cana- ties to Chief Warrant Officer in the Canadian Forces WCWO Blair’s career has the importance that the Blair. dian Forces leadership that (CWO) Sheila Blair, MMM (CF) in 1980, and in the taken her across Canada and Military Family Resource CWO Wallace will be had the confidence in my at the Change of Command twenty-eight years since her back. Centre (MFRC) plays in the retiring and moving back to abilities to serve in this ca- Ceremonies. first posting as an airframe In her latest role, military community and the Pictou County in Nova Sco- pacity,” said CWO Wallace This is an honour and technician, there have been WCWO Blair moves from unique relationship that 17 tia. as he departed the parade very few aircraft in the CF being a Squadron CWO at Wing shares with them. “My final job and ap- square for the last time.

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Anna Harrison interviews Master Warrant Officer Dave LeBlanc behind the field kitchen. MWO LeBlanc is the Chief Cook for the exercise and is with 17 (Winnipeg) Service Battalion, while Ms. Harrison a journalism student at Red River College and is participating in the exercise as an embedded reporter. Photo: Corporal Bill Gomm Reporting From the Field journalism students participate in exercise western defender

Cpl Bill Gomm Group (38 CBG) hired three CBG and 41 CBG at Cana- “I’m not used to not Hat,” said Mr Toy. so I would do it again in a students from the Creative dian Forces Base Suffield, knowing the language.” “We hit these washboard heartbeat.” photojournalist with 38 CBG Communications Program at Alberta. But as the days pro- roads. It’s like two in the This has been the second CFB Suffield, Alta. – -“In Red River College to be em- For Adam Toy, Emily gressed and the students morning, I’m trying to get time that 38 CBG has used dividual Meal Packs” were bedded as journalists during Baron and Anna Harrison were embedded with a dif- some sleep and I’m shaken students as embedded jour- not top of the list for Emily Exercise WESTERN DE- it was a rare opportunity to ferent group each day, they from my sleep, waking up nalists in an exercise. Last Baron when reflecting upon FENDER from 2-10 May. see how the military works, were able to find their own and not being able to focus. year four Creative Commu- the highlights of her embed- Exercise WESTERN specifically, how Reservists way. I couldn’t even make sense nications students took part ded journalism experience DEFENDER was a joint train and live. “Everyone is really moti- of what I was seeing, try- in Exercise PRAIRIE DE- on Exercise Western De- training exercise with ap- “I thought it was really vated, professional, friendly, ing to go back to sleep and FENDER at Canadian Forc- fender. “…they sucked,” she proximately 700 Reserve good,” said Mr. Toy. “Going helpful and very sincere,” be shaken again over and es Detachment Dundurn. blurted. soldiers from 38 Canadian in, I tried to be as open as I said Ms. Baron. “They gen- over.” “I think it’s a great thing 38 Canadian Brigade Brigade Group (CBG), 39 could. I really didn’t know uinely want to be here. It’s All three students were to have the military open to a lot about the military and something that they choose glad to have the opportunity having student journalists who was in it.” to do and something that to take part in the exercise come out,” said Ms. Har- “I really didn’t have a they work at in their spare and were willing to do it rison. “I really hope that as lot of expectations. But that time.” again. much as we have taken from really changed when I got “I was also surprised “I think I’m a changed the experience that we were there. I was able to meet the about how young everyone woman,” said Ms Baron. “I able to help get the guys and guys and kind of lift the veil is; very few people that I really had a good time per- girls get a little bit used to that separates between mili- talked to were over the age sonally and professionally, media as well.” tary and civilian life.” of 25 or 26.” All three of them started From being able to stand in unfamiliar territory, un- beside a soldier firing his sure what was going on and weapon on the platoon live trying to understand what fire range, wearing two pairs the soldiers were saying. of socks, no showers and “In the beginning, I was the cold, they all had their a little frustrated,” said Ms. favourite moments and least Emily Baron types an article about Exercise WESTERN Harrison “I wasn’t able to favourite moments. DEFENDER. Ms. Baron was embedded as a student understand the language “Riding in the Light Sup- journalist during the exercise. 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CF Parades Through Kenora

Cpl Bill Gomm civilian participation. from being overheated so Bdr Danielson from 116 we decided to do some cir- photojournalist with 38 CBG Independent Field Battery cles as we rode, but it was a KENORA, On – “The helped organize the event. lot of fun.” response has been fantastic,” “The turnout has been After the parade static said Bombardier Lynn Dan- fantastic, we’ve been getting displays from the CF, Ontar- ielson. “Everybody was into phone calls on the event and io Police Force, Kenora Po- it from the get go and have the Military ball is almost lice Force, Treaty 3 Police, done more than enough to sold out,” said Bdr Daniel- Firefighter and CAV were assist in getting things work- son set up around the Harbour ing here, making it the big Also taking part in the front area. event that it is today.” parade were members of the Some of the more popu- The City of Kenora host- Hindenburg Line Unit of the lar events were the face ed the Lake of The Woods Canadian Army Veterans painting, The Lake Supe- (LOTW) Canadian Forces (CAV) Motorcyle Units. rior Scottish Regiment “Kill (CF) Day 6-7 June at the “It was fun, glad to see House” and the firing of the Harbour front. The event all the bands in the parade,” C3 105 mm Howitzer using included a parade, static dis- said Barb “Chopper” Man- blank rounds. plays from various elements son Road Captain of the “This was a great com- of the CF and local emergen- Hindenburg Line Unit. “For munity outreach event,” said cy services. In the evening a us it’s a little tough with the Brigadier General Kelly military ball took place with motorcycles, keeping them Woiden, Deputy Command- er Land Force Western Area. “A great opportunity for the local citizens to see their soldiers and representation of the Canadian Forces as a whole.” “We have seen a variety of these events right across LFWA, there big ones such as Op Connection activities ABOVE: Members of 38 Canadian Brigade Group Artillery Tactical Group fire a blank round but these are just as effective during Canadian Forces Appreciation Day at the Kenora Harbourfront. INSET: Gerald Schaerig as anything else.” and his son Benjamin who are both members of the Canadian Army Veteran Motorcycle Unit, Hindenburg Line, take part in the parade. Photos by Cpl Bill Gomm

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Canada’s Air Force strengthened its operational command and control on July 9 with the official un- veiling of the Canadian Combined Aerospace Oper- ations Centre (CAOC), and with Major-General Yvan Blondin assuming command of 1 Canadian Air Division (1 Cdn Air Div), Canadian NORAD Region (CANR), and the Combined Forces Air Component (CFACC) in Winnipeg. “This is a culmination of about 18 months of work,” said Lieutenant-General Marcel Duval, who partici- pated in a ribbon-cutting cer- The new CAOC was officially opened July 9 by (left to right): LGen Marcel Duval, the outgoing Commander of 1 Cdn Air Div/CANR, LGen Angus Watt, Chief of the emony to open the CAOC as Air Staff, Gen Victor E. Renuart Jr., Commander of NORAD and US Northern Command, United States Air Force, and VAdm Bruce Donaldson, Commander of Canada his last official duty as Com- Command. Also shown is (left to right) CWO John Mercer (1 Cdn Air Div/CANR CWO) and Chief Master Sgt William A. Usry (Command Senior Enlisted Leader, NORAD/ mander of 1 Cdn Air Div/ USNORTHCOM, U.S. Air Force) Photo: Cpl Levarre McDonald CANR/CFACC. “Everyone here in this room has put their soul into this.” and procedures. Div to MGen Yvan Blondin. and the Canadian NORAD er Force Generation for the Canadian Forces. I look for- The CAOC never sleeps Following the CAOC LGen Watt was also assisted Region,” said LGen Duval. past two years, overseeing ward to the challenges that and is the operational-level ribbon-cutting, Vice-Admi- by General Victor (Gene) “My time here has provided all operational-level force lie ahead and believe that focal point for planning, ral Bruce Donaldson, Com- Renuart Jr., Commander of tremendous opportunities. generation at 1 Canadian Air with our excellent personnel directing and coordinating mander Canada Command, NORAD and U.S. North- We significantly increased Division. LGen Duval will and new capabilities we are all Canadian air operations. officiated an additional short ern Command, who pre- our Air Force role in Af- continue to work closely ensured continued relevance It is a sharp indicator that ceremony to mark the trans- sided over the passage of ghanistan, and we have cel- with MGen Yvan Blondin in both the domestic and in- Canada’s Air Force is trans- fer of command of the Com- command of the Canadian ebrated the Canadian Cen- as he takes on a new posi- ternational theatres of opera- forming and strengthening bined Forces Air Component NORAD Region (CANR). tennial of Flight, the 50th tion as Deputy Commander tions.” itself in order to meet Can- from LGen Marcel Duval to “You’ve done a great anniversary of NORAD, and of NORAD in Colorado An experienced CF-18 ada’s evolving defence and MGen Yvan Blondin. job,” noted Gen Renuart, to the 85th anniversary of Can- Springs, Colo. on July 10. pilot, MGen Blondin has security requirements. The LGen Angus Watt, Chief outgoing commander LGen ada’s Air Force. I now have “I consider it a great hon- over 25 years of leadership CAOC is fully interoperable of the Air Staff presided Duval in a speech he gave the pleasure of turning over our to be taking command of experience, including Com- with other NORAD CAOCs, over the final ceremony of during the traditional cer- command to an officer with 1 Canadian Air Division and manding Officer of the Ca- creating a commonality of the day, marking the change emony, which included a whom I have enjoyed work- Canadian NORAD Region,” nadian Operational Force shared doctrine, processes of command of 1 Cdn Air large parade and the music ing immensely. I have the stated MGen Blondin. “The in Aviano, Italy, supporting of the Air Command Pipes utmost confidence he will Air Force has implemented the NATO forces in the for- and Drums. “The Canadian lead the men and women of a great deal of initiatives un- mer Yugoslavia, Command- NORAD Region has ex- 1 Canadian Air Division and der the command of LGen ing Officer of 425 Tactical celled at every task.” Canadian NORAD Region Duval, further establishing Fighter Squadron in Bagot- “It has been a tremen- with distinction.” the division as a key com- ville, and Wing Commander dous privilege command- MGen Yvan Blondin has ponent in the overall success of 3 Wing Bagotville. -Premium low mileage vehicles- ing 1 Canadian Air Division served as Deputy Command- of the Air Force and of the -On the spot financing O.A.C- -extended warranty available for up to 6 years-

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Rick Larose of WCE attempts to field a ball during one of the slo-pitch games. WCWO/Public Service Slo-Pitch Tournament 29 teams vie for championship in overwhelmingly successful slo-pitch tournament Submitted by and the opportunity to win Chris Merrithew numerous prizes. The “Admin Branch” The annual Wing Chief were chosen as the “Most Warrant Officer’s/ Public Spirited Team” in the tour- Service slo-pitch tournament nament and the “Toothbrush took place on Fri 19 Jun 09 Teasers” were chosen as the with 29 teams registered for most sportsmanship team. A this event. big thank you is extended to Due to the overwhelming the Human Resource Com- response, slo-pitch games munity, the PSP staff and were played on the Silver all its members for their Heights diamonds, Boeing valuable assistance in mak- diamonds and Bldg 90 dia- ing this annual event such a monds. Teams played slo- huge success. Thanks to all pitch throughout the morn- the members who attended ing and then proceeded to and look forward to seeing The WCWO, CWO Wallace makes some closing remarks at the awards presentation. the Bldg 90 parking lot for everyone out next year. the barbeque, refreshments 3 Bedroom Duplex in River Heights

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MCpl Audet & Cpl Joannette

OTTAWA– Two Canadian air crew members and one ISAF soldier were killed when a Canadian CH-146 Griffon helicopter crashed during take-off. The incident occurred at a Forward Operating Base in Tarnak Va Jaldak, Zabul Province, northeast of Kandahar City at around 1:50 p.m., Kandahar time, on 6 July 2009. Killed in action were MCpl Pat Audet from 430e Escadron tactique d’hélicoptères based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier and Cpl Martin Joannette from the 3e Bataillon, Royal 22e Régiment based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, near Quebec City. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of our fallen comrades during this very difficult time.

Cpl Charles-Phillipe Michaud

OTTAWA– A Canadian soldier who recently sustained serious injuries in Afghanistan passed away in a Quebec hospital yesterday. The deceased is Master-Corporal Charles-Philippe Michaud from the 2e Batallion, Royal 22e Régiment based at Canadian Forces Base Valcartier, near Quebec City. At approximately 9:15 a.m. Kandahar time on June 23, 2009, Master-Corporal Michaud was seriously injured when an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated near his dismounted patrol in Panjwayi District, southwest of Kandahar City. Master-Corporal Michaud was evacuated by helicopter to the coalition medical facility at Kandahar Airfield and subsequently moved to the Landstuhl Regional Medical Centre in Germany. He arrived in Quebec City on June 28, 2009 and succumbed to his injuries at approximately 2 p.m. EDT on July 4, 2009 in a Quebec City hospital. Master-Corporal Michaud was serving as a member of the 2e Batallion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group in Kandahar, Afghanistan. This was his third operational tour and second to Afghanistan. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of our fallen comrade during this very difficult time.

Cpl Nicholas Bugler Private Sébastien Courcy

The incident occurred One Canadian soldier died while conducting operations in the Panjwayi south-west of Kanda- District. The incident occurred approximately 17 kilometres south-west from har City at around 11:20 Kandahar City at around 6:00 a.m., Kandahar time, on July 16, 2009. a.m., Kandahar time, on Killed in action was Private Sébastien Courcy from 2nd Battalion, Royal 3 July, 2009. 22e Régiment based in Quebec City, Quebec. Pte Courcy was serving as a Killed in action was member of the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group. Cpl Nicholas Bulger Pte Courcy was evacuated by helicopter to the Role 3 Multi-National Med- from the 3rd Battalion, ical Facility at the Kandahar Airfield. Princess Patricia’s Ca- Our thoughts and condolences go to the family and friends of our fallen nadian Light Infantry comrade. based in Edmonton. OTTAWA - One Our thoughts and Canadian soldier was prayers are with the killed and five injured family and friends of when an improvised ex- our fallen comrade dur- HABING LAW plosive device detonat- ing this very difficult Barristers, solicitors & Notaries ed near their armoured time. vehicle during a patrol

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Combat Ops Division Chief LCol B. Baker presents MCpl Rioux with her promotion to Sgt on the 3rd of July 2009. Rioux is an AC OP currently employed at the 1 Cdn Air Div CAOC. Photo by Cpl Levarre McDonald.

Former Wing Commander Scott Howden presents former Health Promotion Director Christa Zappitelli with a Wing Commander’s Commendation on 24 June 09. Photo by John Towns

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Col Dan Edgar, AF Training Director (left) and BGen Rick Pitre, Commander, 2 Canadian Air Division (far right), pin on Maj Travis Pink’s new rank in a ceremony held on June 26 in the voxair.ca atrium of 1 Cdn Air Div/CANR. Photo by Karen Christiuk

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UAV Training Manager (Canada) The UAV Training Manager is responsible for all pilot, payload and maintenance training for military customer and MDA personnel. The UAV Training Manager has responsibility for coordinating facilities and resources (simulators and aircraft etc) for theory and hands-on practical training. In addition, the successful candidate will also assist in the preparation and coordination of training deliverables, as well as manage externally provided training. Familiarity with CFITES is preferred.

Flight Operations Manager (Canada) The Flight Operations Manager will be responsible for the Deployed (Afghanistan) and Domestic (CFB Suffield) site operations related to meeting customer required flight hour requirements. Having overall responsibility for flight operations and both domestic and deployed sites, you will oversee all aspects of customer specific Heron operations (including customer flight performance reporting requirements) at the deployed sites, ensuring that Airworthiness standards are met and that flight operations are compliant with applicable regulations for each site.

ILS Manager (Canada) Responsible for facility management, site setup, sparing and provisioning levels for remote operations, you will coordinate subcontracts and be responsible for logistics support analysis, shipping, and import/export controls with respect to both domestic and deployed UAV (Heron) operations. The ILS Manager is the key customer point of contact for RMA, logistics, tech pubs and training.

Air Vehicle Operators (AVO)/Operations Managers (Afghanistan) AVO/ Operations Managers will oversee mission planning tasks, assist in the set-up and deployment of the UAV, operate the UAV system and installed sensors, use and maintain operations records and documentation, conduct post-flight debriefings, and serve as MDA’s on-site manager when assigned that role.

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Fall fair Newcomer event: sights Mark your calendar ---September 12--- 17 of the city Wing Fall Fair, hosted by the Winnipeg MFRC and PSP will take place between 11 a.m. and 2 Join us for summer in the city and explore your p.m. This free event will be full of fun activi- new surroundings. ties for everyone! Enjoy the food, entertain- The welcome program is here to help you get ment, inflatable bouncers, pony rides, registra- to know the city of Winnipeg better, and con- tion fair, displays, amazing race, youth jam and nect you with other families who are new to more! See you there! the area. Registration is required for all newcomer Attention Southport families! events. We want to hear from you! Please visit www. Climb on the bus for a tour of Winnipeg’s hot mfrc.mb.ca and fill out the questionnaire you’ll spots and a visit to the corn maze. We’ll meet find under the Portage la Prairie heading. We at the MFRC for coffee and muffins before we want to know what programs and services you hit the road. would like the MFRC to offer in your commu- We’ll show you some of Winnipeg’s attrac- nity. Fill out the survey before September 12, tions, then, it’s off to A Maze In Corn, just 10 and you could win a prize! minutes south of the Perimeter highway. There, As part of the Commuter Challenge 2009, the MFRC and Health Promotion partnered this year we’ll have a barbecue lunch and you’ll be able to bring its first annual Bike to Work Breakfast on June 3. The weather that morning was to wander through the maze, check out the pet- glorious as Sandra Doody, Penny Wawrzyniak and Shauna Eggertson set up at 6:30 am across Donation ting zoo and bale pyramid before heading back from the main gate off Wihuri Road, handing out lots of healthy snacks and refreshments. Don Brennan, Ex- to the MFRC. Thanks to all the cyclists and walkers who stopped by. ecutive Director and Free child care is available. Please advise if you Sandra Doody, De- need the service when you register. ployment Coordina- tor from the MFRC Date: Saturday, August 22, 2009. Rain date: Discover Time Travel: July 27 – 31 Discover Being Active: Aug 17 – 21 holding a cheque for Saturday, August 29, 2009. Join us for a week of time travel into the past $500 from the sale Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each day we’ll look at different ways of being and future. We’ll travel different eras and see of raffle tickets for active. We’ll learn different sports, try yoga, Cost: Free how different life was and could be. Later this the Poppy Truck. It and play lot’s of fun games that keep you ac- week we’ll head to Lower Fort Garry for games is being sent to The Register by: Friday, August 14, 2009 tive! During the week, we’ll head to the Gold- and prizes. Canada Company eyes game to cheer them on! Scholarship Fund for the children of the fallen. Thank you to all who Kidventures Discover Science & Nature : Aug 4 – 7 Discover Animals: Aug 24 – 28 purchased a ticket. Looking for something for the kids to do this Delve into the wonders of science and nature Spend each day with a different animal friend summer? Register them for Kidventures… this week. From the 7 wonders of the world to and discover where the wild things live. Ex- Meet me Monday there’s a different theme every week. Join us learning about gravity at Fun Mountain, this plore the Tropics with a snake or the ocean with week has it all. Newcomers! Come down to the MFRC, 102 for a summer that’s sure to be filled with adven- a shark. This week we’ll visit the Zoo to see all Comet Street, every Monday from 10-11 a.m. tures and lots of fun! To register, drop in at the our animal friends in person. for an informal get together. The coffee will MFRC, 102 Comet Street. Discover the World : Aug 10 -14 Camp Fees: $85 per child. 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If you are I would like to take this moment to send out a warm and heartfelt thank-you to looking for a fun rewarding way to spend some time, perhaps you would 17 Wing’s Military Family Resource Center (MFRC) and 17 Wing’s Maintenance Shop on behalf of myself and my co-workers at the Grace ICU Department. On be interested in one or all 3 of these openings: Friday, June 26, 2009 we hosted a Social/Silent Auction for our co-worker and dear friend, Virginia Clement, whose 3 year old son was diagnosed with a rare » Child Care Assistant: to work as an inclusion worker in a Nursery school cancer – Neuroblastoma.. program 9 hours /week (mornings) The support and donations were very generous and greatly appreciated. 17 Wing » Child Care Assistant: To work in a French Immersion Nursery School pro- MFRC donated a wonderful “Yellow Ribbon Basket” and 17 Wing Maintenance gram. Basic French language skills desired. 9hours/week (afternoons) Shop, along with their Supplier Companies donated lots of wonderful items that » Early Childhood Educator II-: To work in a multi age casual care program went into “The Handy Man” themed basket. The Silent Auction was a huge suc- 3-6 hours/week cess, and our deepest thanks to the wonderful and generous people who gave their time and donations to help make it a huge success. For information or to apply, please contact Shannon 833-2500 (2491) or email [email protected]. Sincerely and many thanks, Ginger Richardson

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Care and Share Golf Tournament Together in Church Submitted by Padre financial and/or commodity Kenneth MacRae assistance, and to provide Catholic support to families and their Chaplains A sincere thank you is members.” Padre Lance Magdziak extended on behalf of the While everyone is a win- Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext 5272 Chaplains of 17 Wing to ev- ner by supporting the Care eryone who played in and and Share program, the Administrative Assistant Carol Cochrane Office 833-2500 ext. 5087 contributed to the Care and prize-winning golf team this Share Golf tournament held year was Claude Parent, Bill Masses (English only) Sunday 1100 hrs on Friday, 3 July. Twenty Rideout, Norm Mayo and golfers played on that bright Dennis Hendrickson. The The winning team at the Care and Share Golf Tournament Religious Education classes are available to all students from Preschool to Grade 6. Please call the office for information. and beautiful day and over longest drive was made by celebrates around their trophy. Photo supplied by Padre $800 were raised. This fund, Dori Chunn and the closest MacRae. Confessions The sacrament of reconciliation is offered 20 minutes before administered by the chap- to the pin was Bert Quin- mass and by appointment. Contact the chaplain's office. lains, is “a benevolent fund lan. Many great prizes were Supplies, Hendrickson’s Orzechowski of CFSAS. Baptisms We recommend that you contact the chaplain’s office for an that assists the military fam- contributed by: Marigold Medal mounting service and Special thanks go to appointment prior to the birth of your child. ily in helping military fami- Restaurant, Gasthaus Guten- the Winnipeg Blue bombers. CFB WPG Golf Course and Marriages Six months’ notice is required for marriages, as counselling is necessary to prepare couples for Christian marriage. A marriage prepa- lies.” The vision for this berger Restaurant, Sportmart, The grand prize, contributed to the club Manager Darlyne ration course is also required. fund is “To uphold the digni- Dominica’s hairdressers, by Kelsey’s restaurant, was Fathers and MWO Dennis Catholic Women’s League meets in the Chapel Annex the third Monday ty and well-being of military Hair Force Barbers, Canada a patio set complete with Hendrickson who helped to of each month at 1830hrs. and DND families through Forces Recruiting Center, 4 chairs and an umbrella. organize this tremendous the provision of emergency PSP Staff, Rama Medical This was won by Maj. Bob event. Protestant

Chaplains A Life Lived: How does your life speak? Chaplain Bonnie Mason (Presbyterian) Office 833-2500 ext 5417 Fr. Gordon G. Mintz ship or conflict and struggle. was clear when he said, “Preach the gospel always Padre Bob Granholm Chaplain This is the stuff of every “Do to others whatever you and if necessary use words”. life. would like them to do to I have adopted that as my (Mennonite Brethren) Office 833-2500 ext 4885 A faith perspective on you. This is the essence of personal mission statement Padre Will Hubbard In this article series we (Anglican) Office 833-2500 ext 5349 have looked at the basic in- this fact says that this where all that is taught in the law as an Anglican Priest and CF one’s spiritual journey is and the prophets.” (Mat- Chaplain. As a padre I must Padre Ken MacRae gredients of a faith journey. (Presbyterian) Office 833-2500 ext 4277 They are worship, prayer, lived out on a practical lev- thew 7:12, Luke 6:31 – New “Walk the walk” and not just el. This is where the rubber Living Translation) Most “talk the talk” but I would Padre Gord Mintz study and we now conclude (Anglican) Office 833-2500 ext 5785 with fellowship or communi- meets the road. Every faith major faiths have a version suggest that we each must holds to the foundation that of the “Golden Rule” as it “Walk the walk” of living Padre Curtis Duclos (Baptist) ty. This last topic is perhaps Det Dundurn Office (306) 492-2135 ext 4299 the most important as it has people of faith should make is known. We are called to a life that makes a positive to do with how we interact a positive difference in the make a positive difference difference in our communi- Administrative Assistant with others and we all learn world starting with them- which is one of the reasons ty, in our families and in our Carol Cochrane Office 833-2500 ext. 5087 very early in life that actions selves and making positive many of us joined the mili- own lives. Sunday Services (English Only) 0900 hrs speak louder than words. choices about how they will tary. Our lives can make a The Canadian Forces is a treat others. “Love your difference. Duty, loyalty, family. Must of us are raised Sunday School is held during the service for children ages 3 to 12, except We have no choice about on the last Sunday of each month. Childcare is provided on an as-required the fact that we all live in a neighbour as yourself” (Le- integrity and courage are not to know the difference be- basis for children under 3 years of age. world with others. This is viticus 19.18) is a common just pillars of the CF they are tween right and wrong in principle in the major faiths. pillars of a life of faith and our families. I would there- Marriages Contact the chaplain at least six months in advance. A mar- good as we are by nature riage preparation course is a requirement. social creatures that look for Whether you consider your- can be reflected in our daily fore challenge each of us to community where we feel self a person of faith or not, lives. aim high in the choices we Baptisms The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is available by contacting a you and I will make moral How do we know what make. Live life striving to chaplain. Time is required to give sufficient instruction about the meaning comfortable and “at home” of baptism. with other people and our- choices that can have good kind of difference we make? make a positive difference selves. Some define this as and bad outcomes everyday. Do you ever wonder what every day and you will be Protestant Chapel Guild meets the first Sunday of the month at 1800 hrs fellowship. We rub shoul- A faith perspective helps in- people will say about you pleasantly surprised by the in the Chapel Annex. All women are welcome. ders with others which can form those choices. at the end of your days? It effect that has on your life bring joy and companion- For Christians, Jesus is probably not much differ- and those you live in com- ent than what your commu- munity with. nity of friends, family and The battle of good and HOOK & SMITH 201-3111 Portage Ave, co-workers in your unit say evil is not just the stuff of Winnipeg, Manitoba R3K 0W4 Food Bank Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public about you now. The choices the latest Harry Potter movie The Food Bank is a joint undertaking by both Catholic and Protestant Dennis A. Smith, Grant W. Davis, Winston F. Smith, Q.C., we make speak for us and or Star Wars. It starts on a congregations. Please help by giving any food you can spare. The donation Sarah Thurmeier and Bernard Toews our actions shape people’s much smaller scale in the box is located at the rear of the chapel. impression of us. simple yet profound choices Emergency Chaplain Do you stop and ask we make in how we treat After normal working hours, the Emergency Chaplain can be reached yourself the question, “How others and ourselves. May through WOps Duty Centre, 833-2700. does my life speak?” It is God bless you and inspire important to do that every you always to live life to Other Phone Numbers: For your convenience, a phone number has been set up to once in a while. Asking the fullest and most positive provide callers with info on service times and contact with the chaplain such questions makes a big way possible. I would invite of your choice. Phone 833-2500 ext. 6800 and follow the prompts. Those difference in our lives. 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