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17 Wing/AFTC Commander, Col Blaise Frawley, cuts the ribbon marking the opening of the new Short Term Infant Care Centre. On his right is Mr Don Brennan, Executive Director MFRC. To his left are are Mrs Lois Johnson, Director MFRC Childcare Centre, Mrs Bonnie Korzeniowski, Special Envoy for Military Affairs and Mr Jim Rondeau, Minister Healthy Living, Seniors and Consumer Affairs for the Manitoba Government. Photo: Cpl Piotr Figiel 1 CAD Commander Remembrance Day Teams Face Off at Visits 17 Wing Service Locations 2012 GCWCC Ball Hockey Tourney Page 3 Page 7 Page 10 In this issue: In this

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Incoming CWO Luc Tremblay (L), BGen Martin Galvin, Commander of 2 Cdn Air Div and outgoing CWO Bill Dalke (R). Photo: submitted

Outgoing CWO Bill Dalke receives his promotion to the rank of Major. Photo: submitted

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Mr Don Brennan, Executive Director MFRC gives a speech during the opening ceremony for the new Short Term Infant Care. Photo: Cpl Piotr Figiel

By: Alison Dickey order to temporarily help families while they put their a french immersion preschool program for children from Voxair Photojournalist child’s name on a wait list at a centre elsewhere.” ages three to four and a half; the school age children pro- The MFRC daycare tries to provide as much help as gram only runs before and after school hours but they The MFRC Daycare has resembled a construction they can to military families, however, they don’t have a also offer a kindergarten program for kids that go to ei- site for the past little while now, but the addition is now lot of spaces as it really depends on postings in and out ther Strathmillan or Bannantyne schools half-time and officially complete and the centre can accommodate 24 of 17 Wing. then they are bussed over to the centre at lunch time. more infants. Col Blaise Frawley, 17 Wing/AFTC Com- “We try to meet all of the needs of military families Children also have the availability to use the facilities mander was on hand to cut the ribbon with the help of first - currently we have a total of 103 children including over at building 90 like the theatre and pool. Minister Jim Rondeau and Manitoba Special Envoy for infants all the way up to school aged kids to the age of If you are interested in further information on the 17 Military Affairs, Bonnie Korzeniowski. “Because of the 12” says McCullough. Wing MFRC Daycare centre, please contact the hard work, generosity, and determination of all those This new addition will also provide a positive impact Director, Lois Johnson at: (204) 837-3626 or e-mail: involved in this project, I can proudly report that the to the local community, as these childcare services are [email protected] MFRC Childcare Centre has been able to meet all the re- also available to civilian families in the area. This new quired care dates on the present waitlist! With these 24 centre has also created eight new jobs. Three military spaces, we have been able to assist 27 additional families spouses and five civilians from the local community have with their childcare needs,” announced Col Frawley. been hired to work at this new facility. The construction began in the late fall of 2011 and The different programs they provide include a bit of Help Wanted: was completed on October 11, 2012, which was actually Are you looking to earn a few extra two months ahead of schedule. 17 Wing Winnipeg’s Toastmasters The daycare officially opened its doors in January would like to invite the public to an dollars while getting some exercise? 2000 and was licensed for only 12 infant care spaces. open house with Then join the Voxair team as a paper “The wait list was very long for infants. We understand carrier. The Voxair is published that military families are posted into the province and Dr Benedict Albensi don’t have any family here and it’s very difficult for them Ph.D., Everett Endowment Fund Chair bi-weekly, year round. If you’re to find care,” explains Assistant Director Cathy Mc- on the topic of interested, please forward your Cullough. “We’ve actually come up with this idea in information to: [email protected] or call mmmm. . . us at: 204-833-2500 ext. 4120. Traumatic Brain Injury, chinese restaurant & lounge Alzheimer’s, Great Lunches, Great Dinners and links to PTSD Cantonese & Szechuan Cuisine Dine In • Take Out • Catering Thursday. November 8, 1200-1330 1245 Inkster Blvd Bld 90 Theatre, 17 Wing 2591 Portage Ave 680 Whytewold Road 1380 Ellice Ave For more info contact: Thea Haut Ostermann, Club Secretary at 204-757-4411 or Cpl Alex Greer, Club President, at 204-833-2500 ext 5376 718 Osborne St VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 5 Breaking Bannock with Rangers Near Yellowknife By Ottilia Spiller JTF (N), arranged the tour with the Ca- A4 Maintenance Coordinator nadian Rangers to provide SAMAs funda- mental insight into the interconnectivity While awaiting a chance to taste the of the RCAF with these indigenous senti- fresh fish that was roasting over a fire, nels of the north. members of A4 Maintenance Council Acting as gracious hosts, the Rangers shared some coffee and bannock with set up a temporary shelter and prepared members of the Canadian Rangers at a a small feast including duck, fresh fish camp near Yellowknife. and bannock, coffee and more. They also A4 Maint Council consists of the Se- showcased an assortment of their tools nior Aircraft Maintenance Authorities such as a satellite phone, weapon etc for (SAMAs) for the Air Force and they meet the Council Members to view. several times a year to focus on fleet man- “We were exceptionally privileged to agement, maintenance and standardiza- have an occasion to witness how the Ca- tion at the tactical level. The Council was nadian Rangers live from the land,” said in Yellowknife from 18 to 20 September Col Michael Barker. “What an incredible 2012 to carry out team based problem opportunity to have a glimpse into a long- solving for maintenance operations and standing way of life and to understand to raise the air maintenance community’s the Rangers’ role in the North.” awareness of Commander, 1 Canadian The Rangers shared their insights Air Division’s Arctic Air Campaign. into the linkages between local emergen- On this trip, the A4 Maint Council cy first responders, municipal, territorial also was granted a situational awareness and federal capabilities. The visit under- Ranger Sgt Stephen Vandell, 1 CRPG, with (from left to right) LCol Glenn Madsen, A4 of 440 Transport Squadron Operations as scored the vital role they play in ensur- Maint 1 CAD HQ, CWO Mike Whitman, Aircraft Technician Branch Chief Warrant Officer, well as the accomplishments and chal- ing safety and security in the North while and LCol Tressa Home, CO 8 Air Maintenance Squadron. Photo: Capt Stephen Watton, 1 lenges encountered in the north. setting a positive example for the youth CRPF HQ Yellowknife LCol François Laniel, DOS / HQ CO to by representing the Canadian Forces. Spaghetti Lunch Raises Money for the GCWCC By: Alison Dickey canvassed but they won’t ers to turn in their funds Voxair Photojournalist know those numbers until regularly - this will give us the final tallies are com- a better view of how much The pasta was flying pleted by the treasurer. we have truly raised at last week as the GCWCC “I believe we are be- 17 Wing this year,” says Spaghetti Lunch was well hind the pace in reported Civilian Co-Chair Evelyn underway at the Jr Ranks donations from previous Nymoen. Mess. years’ campaigns, which The aroma of marinara is why we are encouraging sauce and garlic wafted Unit Reps and Canvass- through the air as long lines of people waited to eat a delicious lunch, with all the proceeds going towards a good cause, the 2012 GCWCC fundraising effort. As of October 29th, the 2012 GCWCC Cam- paign has raised a total of $32,196.04. This represents 21.46% of the fund- As the event fell on Halloween, some costumed customers showed up to support the raising goal of $150,000.0 GCWCC’s Spaghetti Lunch at the Junior Rank’s Mess. Photo: Alison Dickey. with a reported total of 23.4% canvassed. Orga- nizers believe more than TEME Breakfast that percentage have been Update By: Mike Sherby helping with the event Voxair Manager since 1988, and Gary Huff- man. The GCWCC 2012 He says that he’s al- campaign got a large boost ready thinking about ways after the recent TEME to improve the breakfast Breakfast. Event orga- next year, and says his nizer Cpl John Bain says goal is to break $3,000 in that the breakfast raised 2013. $2788.50, all of which will Cpl Bain, and everyone be going towards charity at 17 Wing, would like to thanks to the hard work of thank the following spon- Cpl Bain, his volunteers, sors of the United Way and the businesses that TEME Breakfast: donated products to the Sysco, Pratts, Burn- event. brae, Canada Bread, Cpl Bain says that the Humptys, Safeway Coryd- event, which went through on, Real Canadian Whole 50 kgs of bacon and 40 kgs Sale, TO-LE-DO, Red Car- of sausage, couldn’t have pet Coffee, Super Store been possible without the School Street, Sobeys hard work of volunteers Unicity, Costco Kenaston, like Wilf Jones, who’s been and White Cap Foods. 6 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 Winter Car Care Tips: McDonald’s To Keep your car safe Support MFRC a few easy to follow By: Jose Ferreira tips that should be By: Mike Sherby Fountain Tire Manager - considered: Voxair Manager 3020 Portage Avenue Take your Ve- hicle for a Check What could be better than having a good cup of cof- October was Car Safety Month, Up This limits condensation in your fee? How about if by buying that coffee you could help and an important time for people As humans, it’s important that tank and reduces gas-line freezing. out a great cause? On November 10-11, the McDonalds to start thinking about preparing we have regular medical check ups Adding a little gas-line antifreeze at 375 Osborne Street will be donating $1 from every cup their vehicles for winter. Snow will to make sure things are working as every second fill-up will also prevent of coffee sold to the Winnipeg MFRC. be falling soon enough, roads will be they should be. It’s no different for gas-line freezing. The owner/operator of the McDonalds, Ryan Mc- slippery, and temperatures will con- your vehicle. As you get ready to em- Wipers and Fluid Cullough, says that he wanted to have an event that tinue to get colder. bark on a new driving season, take Wiper blades that are cracked, helped support a good cause that many people outside of As Canadians, and with mount- your car into a professional service torn, that chatter or streak should the military community may not know about. ing global economic uncertainty, it provider to make sure things are be replaced, as they will impair your “I hadn’t really heard of the MFRC before,” says Mc- likely comes as no surprise that we running properly, and your vehicle visibility. Cullough, “and someone at McDonalds in Toronto said are driving our vehicles longer, a fact is as safe as possible. Also make sure to keep extra that they had a friend in the military, and if it wasn’t for that is making routine maintenance Winter Tires jugs of window washer fluid in your the MFRC, they wouldn’t have had day care, and all that such as preparing for winter driv- The importance of winter tires vehicle so you don’t run out. kind of stuff. It was pretty heart touching.” ing conditions more imperative than cannot be understated. The rubber Keep an Emergency Kit in the Starting on Thursday, November 15, the McDonalds ever before. compound of a winter tire is rela- Car will be accepting any donations that people give them According to the 2011 Canadian tively soft, whereby the rubber of an A winter roadside safety and for the MFRC. And then from the 10th and 11th, Mc- Automotive Demand Study, pro- all-season tire will start to lose elas- emergency kit can be a real lifesaver Cullough will be donating $1 from every coffee sold. On duced by AIA in cooperation with ticity and harden at temperatures if your car breaks down in nasty or top of this, McCullough says that a couple of his vendors DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, around 7 degrees, greatly reducing cold weather. have agreed to match his donations, so that actually, $3 almost 42% of vehicles on Canadian grip. Winter tires will only harden at You can view the suggested con- from every cup sold will be donated. Roads are between six and 12 years around minus 40 degrees; and there- tents of an emergency kit and other McCullough got the idea of reaching out to the mil- old. Yet those older vehicles are before retain their elasticity for much winter driving tips and best practic- itary when he realized that the grand opening for his ing under-maintained by an average longer. es at www.becarcareaware.ca restaurant fell on Remembrance Day, and he wanted to of $239 per vehicle. Check your Tire Treads and If you follow these tips, and drive make sure he paid proper respect to Canada’s veterans. As we tell our clients, this cost Pressure according to road conditions, you “We figured we’d gear it around coffee, because we isn’t astronomical, but it is a well- The condition of your vehicle’s will improve not only your safety on don’t want to have a party on Remembrance Day. So we made investment in the health and treads and pressure is crucial when the road, but that of your fellow mo- decided to do it in a bit more of a respectful, quiet kind safety of themselves, their family, driving on snow or ice. Make sure to torists. of way.” and their fellow motorists on our also check the tire pressure of the Here’s to a safe and healthy win- The grand opening for the McDonalds at 375 Os- roads and highways. spare tire. ter season! borne will be from the 8th to the 11th of November, and To help prepare your vehicle for Keep your Gas Tank at Least Fountain Tire Ltd. they will be presenting the MFRC with the cheque at winter driving conditions, there are Half Full www.fountaintire.com 1500hrs on the 11th.

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Open to BranchWinnipeg Convention #Centre Where? 375Address York Avenue Time Service at 1045Public? hrs, Detailsto be seated by 1030 hrs Seating at 10:45 AM - Upstairs - Lunch to be served downstairs after Brooklands & Weston 2 Branch 215 1613 Logan Avenue 11:00 AM Yes Memorial Street Ceremony 1885 Memorial Street Service at 1045 hrs, serviceservice by Royal Winnipeg Rifl es CharlsewoodMinto Armouries 100 Oak Park High School 969820 St Charleswood Matthews Road Street 10:30-11:30Service AM at 1045Yes hrs inSeating the atdrill 10:15, hall Service starts at 10:30 AM Elmwood 9 Elmwood Cemetery Henderson & Hespler 10:00 AM Yes 11:00 Service at Clubroom - Refreshments & Music afterwards Army, Navy, Air Forces Assiniboia - Unit 283 3584 Portage Avenue Service at 1040 hrs inService the atmain 10:45 hallAM - Must arrive before 10:30 AM as door will be Fort Garry 90 Branch 90 1125 Pembina Hwy. 10:45 AM Yes Sir Sam Steel Legion Branch 117 376 Salter Street Service at 1040 hrs. closedParade to march from Legion to the ceremony in

Bruce Park For Legion Member only at 7:00 PM - The service will include guest speaker Chaplain Harold King of Canadian Forces Shilo base, poetry by GeneralCharleswood Monash Legion Branch115 Sharey 100 Zekek Synagogue 820561 Charleswood Wellington Crescent Road 8:00 PMService (Public) at 1030Yes hrs. Service to be held at Oak Park High School Gray Academy student and performances by the Shaarey Zedek Chair Fort Rouge Legion Branch 97 426 Osborne Street Service at 1045 hrs atwith the Maestro Legion Yuri Klaz. Refreshments will be serviced following the Transcona Legion Branch 7 117 Regent Avenue East Service to be held onservice. 07 Nov Legion at Members Blessed & Sacrament Veterans - Full ChurchDress welcome at 1400 hrs GeneralBrooklands Sir Sam Steeleand Weston117 LegionBranch 117 2 1613376 SalterLogan Street Avenue 10:30 AMService at 1045Yes hrs inService the andLegion’s Laying of upper Wreath lounge LIMITED SEATING. Service then Light lunch and reception held at Br. Henderson Highway 215 Branch 215 3400 DeVries Avenue 10:45-11:45 AM Yes HMCS Chippawa 1 Navy Way Service at 1045 hrs, 215to beafter seated service by 1015 hrs NorwoodMcGregor & St. BonifaceArmouries43 St. Phillips Church 551240 Machray Tache Avenue Avenue 11:00 AMService at 1030Yes hrs inParade the Leavingmain Norwooddrill hall Legion at 10:30 AM Service at 10:45 AM & Ladies Aux. Will be putting out a lunch Prince Edward 81 Branch 81 300 Trent Ave. 10:45 AM Yes Lamp Post Memorial Seargeant at Valour Road Service at 1045 hrs, afterwardsservice by 38 CBG Service at Bruce Park Cenotaph & Parade back to Branch- Inside St.Royal James Winnipeg Rifl es4 MemorialBruce Park & Branch Vimy Ridge Park, Portage10:40 at AMService at 1045Yes hrs Programme to follow Home street Nov. 6, 2011 - March from Branch to Blessed Sacrament Church - then Transcona 7 Branch 7 117 Regent Avenue East 1:30 PM Yes West Kildonan Legion Branch 30 1748 Main Street Service at 1045 hrs atback the to theLegion branch for speeches followed by a meal There will be a small Service at the branch after the Service at the UkrainianNorwood St Boniface141 LegionBranch Branch 141 43 134618 Marion Selkirk Ave. Street 1:00 PMService at 1045Yes hrs atConvention St Philips Centre. Church. There will Members be a dance willand serve march cold fromcuts later Le- in gion (1015 hrs) to thethe churchday. WestPrince Kildonan Edward Legion30 BranchBanquet 81 Hall at Legion 3001748 Trent Main StreetWest Kildonan10:55 AMService at 1045Yes hrs atDoors the will Legion be open to hall at 10:30 AM & Service at 10:55 AM Winnipeg 1 Branch 1 & Valour Road 626 Sargent Avenue 10:30 AM & 11:00 AM Yes Fort Garry Legion Branch 90 1125 Pembina Highway Service at 1030 hrs atService the atLegion Valour Road at 10:30 AM & 11:00 AM at Cenotaph at Branch Service (Mass) then a reception for the members at the legion club WinnipegElmwood Polish Legion Canadian Branch246 St.9 Mary's Polish National Church 920361 Nairn Burrows Avenue 10:00 AMMeet at CemetaryYes (Henderson at Hespler) with service to follow at the room Legion at 1100 hrs WinnipegManitoba South Legislature Osborne 252 Branch 252 450426 Broadway Osborne Street 11:00 AMService at 1030Yes hrs Open at 10:00 AM - Doors Close at 10:30 AM - Service at 11:00 AM - Food and Refreshments afterwards and a band in the evening. Henderson Highway Legion 215 3400 DeVries Avenue Service at 1030 hrs In conjunction with Army Navy Air Force Vets, Ladies Aux., RCL Br. 42 Ukranian Legion 141 618 Selkirk Avenue Service at 1030 hrs Ladies Aux. - Full remembrance Service with colours, dignitaries, SelkirkWinnipeg Polish Canadian42 Selkirk Legion Recreation 246 Centre 361Hwy. Burrows 9A Selkirk, Avenue MB 10:30 AMService at 1030Yes hrs veterans and the public. Approx. 1000 people in attendance followed by a wreath laying service at cenotaph. Details on website at Winnipeg Osborne South Legion 252 426 Osborne Street Service at 1030 hrs www.selkirklegion.org DressStonewall for military personnel52 Branch is DEU 52 - Hall 1 A (medals). Headdress459 Main St. Navy Stonewall, - Service MB 10:45cap/Bowler, AM ArmyYes - beret,Doors Air willForce be open - Wedge. to hall at 10:30 am - Service at 10:45 AM

Timings and locations are subject to change. For a complete list of Remembrance Day services visit www.thevoxair.ca List of Remembrance Day Services Made Possible Thanks to John Dick’s Landscaping John Dick’s Landscaping Serving Those Who Have Served After starting his landscaping career in 1985 working for one of Manitoba’s largest landscaping companies, John Dick founded his own landscaping and property care business in 1997. John Dick’s Landscaping provides landscaping, property care services and more to residential and commercial clients city wide. John’s hardworking employees make all the difference in the exceptional level of service that is provided to their clients. The team’s professionalism and service excel- lence has been recognized three years in a row by the Manitoba Better Business Bu- reau. John’s crew has maintained their A+ rating with the BBB since 2004. John Dick’s Landscaping is licensed, fully insured and a longstanding member of Landscape Manitoba, the provincial association of the Canadian Nursery and Land- scape Association. Winnipeg Veterans, “Serving Those Who Have Served” Most importantly John Dick Landscaping developed a 12-month property care program that specifically caters to Veterans and their families who want to maintain an independent living in their own homes. Year-round residential grounds maintenance services are provided to Veterans citywide through private contracts as well as with the tremendous support from Veterans Affairs Canada and the Veterans Indepen- dence Program. The Veterans Independence Program The Veterans Independence Program is a national home care program provided by Veterans Affairs Canada. The program was established in 1981 to help Veterans remain healthy and independent in their own homes or communities. Grounds maintenance services may include: * Snow removal from steps, walkways and driveways to allow safe access to the principal residence; * Snow and ice removal from roofs and eaves troughs when such conditions pose a threat to safety and access; * Periodical cleaning of leaves and debris from eaves troughs; * tilling ground to enable the client to plant a small flower or vegetable garden; and * Lawn mowing and raking. For more information about John Dick’s Landscaping, please call 204-291-7778 or visit his website at www.johndickenterprises.com 8 8 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 Lest We Forget Knokke-Heist 2012: A Legacy of Remembrance By: Maj Daniel Kucherhan and was surrounded by occupying forces. Catherine Villeneuve During Operation SWITCHBACK in Knokke-Heist, Belgium — Knokke 1944, Allied Forces were ordered to re- Heist is an annual celebration of one of capture the Belgian East Coast, Zeeland, the more significant events in Canadian the Isle of Walcheren and Zuid-Beveland, history: The Liberation of the Scheldt Es- where more than 6,000 Canadian soldiers tuary by the First Canadian Army in the became casualties. fall of 1944. The 68th Knokke Heist Lib- The picturesque European country- eration march will take place November side was transformed into a thick quag- 2–5 with a contingent of 30 military per- mire of mud accompanied by torrential sonnel representing the Canadian Forces. rains, making mobility and survivability This popular autumn event draws extremely challenging. In early Novem- thousands of outdoor enthusiasts and lo- ber, following five years of intense battle, cal figureheads to the region in order to the entire region was liberated by Cana- warm smiles are displayed on the faces community who will follow the footsteps relive the thrill of freedom’s return. The dian and Polish soldiers. of locals, many of whom still remember of their forefathers and relive the Cana- main activities over the course of the To this day, residents of Knokke-Heist the day they were liberated from the Axis dian military history of the region. For four-day event are several solemn com- remember and thank Canadian soldiers forces. Bagpipe melodies echo through more information, visit the Canada- memoration ceremonies, visits to stun- for their bravery and sacrifices. the narrow, building-lined streets and Poland War Museum or the For Free- ning battlefield museums and a day-long Thousands of kilometres from Cana- over the countryside where wreaths sway dom Museum Web sites, or contact the march through the towns of the Nether- da, Canadian Forces marchers and col- in the cool breeze to commemorate those Knokke Heist 2012 D/OPR, Major Daniel lands and northern Belgium. leagues are honoured. who fought so tirelessly for freedom. J. Kucherhan. Over 67 years ago the community of Canadian flags are draped from the Knokke Heist will also Knokke-Heist, located on the Dutch bor- balconies of small European homes dis- host teachers, students and der near the North Sea coast of Belgium, tinctly marking the 35-km route, and families of the Tri-border In Memory Of Our Fallen Comrades Lest We Forget The Voxair Lest We Forget OFFiCERs’ MEss

17 WING WINNIPEG WINNIPEG, MANITOBA National Association of Federal Retirees 17 Wing Winnipeg Winnipeg & District Branch Winnipeg, Manitoba www.fsna.com ARMY, NAVY & AIR FORCE The War Amps IN REMEMBRANCE OF In Remembrance OUR Of Our FALLEN COMRADES Fallen Comrades Of Past Wars Their Memory Lives Forever WE WILL REMEMBER THEM 1939-1945 ST. JAMES BRANCH #4 THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION ROCKWOOD UNIT #303 341 1755 Portage Ave., St. James THE WAR AMPUTATIONS OF CANADA WILTON MANITOBA BRANCH

To Those Who Served and paid The Supreme Sacrifice We Will Remember Them Lest We Forget

MANITOBA AND NORTHWEST- ERN ONTARIO COMMAND THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION

ARMY, NAVY & AIRFORCE VETERANS IN CANADA ARMY, NAVY & AIRFORCE LADIES AUXILIARY VETERANS IN MANITOBA AND NORTH- CANADA WESTERN ONTARIO “WE WILL REMEMBER THEM” Manitoba & NW Ontario Command WE WILL REMEMBER THEM Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 9 Lest We Forget In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago Lest We Forget We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. Bonnie Korzeniowski Manitoba Special Envoy for Military Affairs by John McCrae, May 1915

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Remembering those we have lost

Through the sacrifices made by our military, we enjoy a way of life, better than most in the world. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice enabled us to prosper through freedom earned by them. We owe our lives to those who took a stand for freedom and our country. We will be forever grateful.

Grant & Kelly Clements (Father & Daughter Team) CD, FRI., SRES, CERC, Ex-military

RE/MAX executives realty Bus: (204) 987-9808 Fax: (204) 987-9844 Toll Free: 1-877-778-3388 Email: [email protected] 10 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 GCWCC Scores With A Hair Raising Event Ball Hockey Tournament

A player from this year’s winning team, The Falcons, scored a goal in their first game of the The GCWCC Beard Growing Contest Winners, (l to r), MCpl Busque (Fullest), Pvt Macrory day in the gymnasium at Building 90. The Falcons won 4-0 over the Mixed Nuts team to (Most Colourful), MCpl Woods (Scruffiest), and Cpl Maxwell (Best Attempt). Photo: Mike win the tournament. The event raised over $380 for the 2012 GCWCC Campaign. Photo: Sherby Alison Dickey Things got a little hairy last Friday in the Jr Ranks Mess as the room was filled with over 100 bearded men taking part in a beard growing contest to raise money for Pink Fire Truck Visits 17 Wing the GCWCC. Sgt Loewen, WCWO Assitant, was the MC for the event, which featured judging in four categories: scruffiest beard, best attempt, most colourful, and fullest. The mood was jovial as the entrants lined up to be judged, with contestants ribbing each other about their respective beards, or lack thereof. The event took in over $3500 this year for the GCWCC campaign, and the event’s organizer, WCWO Scarcellea, said that the real winner was tbe GCWCC, before joking that he looked forward to seeing all the entrants on Monday morning. A Frighteningly Good Time: Community Recreation Halloween Party By: Mike Sherby events, including spine-tingling giant Voxair Manager hamster balls, blood-curdling inflatable slides and obstacles courses, and even a Gaggles of little ghouls n’ goblins monstrous movie theatre showing car- crammed into the Fitness and Recreation toons. The highlight of the evening for Centre last Saturday to take part in the many was the costume parade, which scarifying yearly tradition that is the gave the over 60 children who’d signed up Members from the 17 Wing Fire Hall were very honoured to welcome the Pink Fire Truck Community Recreation Haunted Hallow- a chance to sashay across the stage and from the Winnipeg Fire Service to the base for the first time on October 24th, 2012. Photo: een Party. show off their wonderful costumes. Alison Dickey Close to 250 little witches and war- Throughout the whole event, the PSP locks and their families took part in staff and volunteers took care to make hair-raising sure that the children and families pres- The Voxair is now on games and ent had a safe and fun time. Facebook Check out www.facebook.com/thevoxair

PSP Staff members hand out treats to children after the costume parade. Photo: Michael Sherby

Sharon Blady Jim Rondeau Deanne Crothers MLA for Kirkfield Park MLA for Assiniboia MLA for St. James 832-2318 888-7722 415-0883 SharonBlady.ca JimRondeau.ca DeanneCrothers.ca VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 11 Cycling Through the Fall or Putting Your Bike Away?

- Submitted by 17 Wing Sustainabil- warms up a bit and the streets are free of ity Program any ice. Watch out as well for wet leaves With the leaves and temperatures piled up along the edge of the roads. They falling, many cyclists are deciding wheth- might look harmless enough but can also er they should keep riding or pack the be very slippery. bike away and jump on the bus. Riding Let’s Stay Warm, but Not Too Warm through the fall (or even much of winter) Dressing for fall riding is really no can be fun, but it does offer a few chal- different than any cool weather activity. lenges. If you are instead putting the bike Dress in layers and if possible follow the away until spring, there are also a few basic principle of a perspiration wicking things to consider. Either way, here are undergarment, an insulating layer and few ideas to help you prepare. a wind-proof shell. If you have a longer Follow 17 Wing’s Winter Cycling Pol- ride you need to remember that you will icy build up some heat as you ride. If you Firstly, if you choose to cycle this fall are toasty warm when you walk out the or winter, please ensure that you follow door, you’ll be cooking hot when you ar- all 17 Wing cycling policies when on the rive at your destination. Make sure that Base. These policies are in place to en- you keep your head and torso warm. If sure your safety and the safety of others. you don’t they will rob your extremities It’s Getting Dark out There of heat and you’ll end up with cold hands If you are planning to keep cycling and feet. through the fall, the first thing that you If the above has convinced you that need to consider is the reduced daylight riding in the cooler weather is not for you, the chain to reduce the potential for any can bend the rim and make it irreparable. hours that you are likely going to be cy- it may be time to put that bike away for rust forming. Make sure to use a lubri- Cover your bike with a tarp to keep it at cling through. On November 4 we will be the winter. It is also be a good time for a cant designed to bike chains and don’t use least somewhat safe from the elements. “falling back” to Standard Time and this bit of servicing. That way when spring ar- WD-40 or motor oil. If you have to store -Article written by Dave Elmore from will contribute even further to the need rives you are ready to go. your bike outside, make sure that it is the Manitoba Green Action Center to ride in night time conditions. One of It’s Easier in Fall not sitting in an area that accumulates www.greenactioncenter.ca the most important aspects of safe cy- Most shops are not as busy at this time water. If ice forms around your rims the cling is being visible and at this time of of year and since you’re not in a hurry, it pressure created by the freezing water year that means having lights and reflec- is a perfect time to get your bike in. Can’t tive materials on you and your bike. The afford to go to a bike shop, consider one rules require cyclists to have a white or of the many community bike shops where amber light on the front and a reflector you can learn to do the repairs yourself. www.comminssionaires.mb.ca on the rear of their bikes. Reflectors don’t Check out www.thewrench.ca for more really provide the kind of visibility you information on community bike shops need so it’s a good idea to have a flash- and upcoming opportunities to learn or ing LED light on the back. They greatly volunteer. improve your visibility and are relatively I Don’t Think I Need any Repairs inexpensive. Add a reflective safety vest Just ready to put it away, that’s easy! and angle straps and you’ll be ready for Before you do however, you might want to the night. just check a few items that may yet need Ice and Leaf Alert attention. Inspect the tires to make sure Fall riding can present some challeng- there is no cracking or even open cuts. ing and even risky road conditions espe- You should also have a close look at the cially in the early morning when the tem- brake pads to make sure that they are peratures fall below freezing. If you have not in need to replacement. Most brakes wet streets combined with freezing condi- pads have wear indicators so that you tions it is a good time to consider other can easily see if they are worn out. If you transportation options or wait until it ride a fair amount you may want to get the wheel hubs and crank checked or possibly serviced to make sure they are in good running order for the next riding season. I’m Good, No Repairs Needed Before you put it away it is a good idea to clean your bike. If possible clean it thoroughly, especially the drive components (chain, cogs, etc) however if it al- ready too cold, you can just brush off any debris or dried mud from the frame and components with a stiff brush or rag. If you plan to leave the bike standing on to our veterans, thank you its wheels, inflate the tires to make sure they don’t end Commissionaires Manitoba. Employing veterans since 1938. up flat over the winter. The weight of the bike on a flat tire can distort and/or damage a tire over time. 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Bath Salts: No, Not The Salts That Go In Your Bathtub! There have been several media reports of a new drug The real danger with bath salts is that it’s a combina- phedrone are illegal under Canadian law. The good news on the market called “bath salts”, leaving people won- tion product. There really is no way of knowing exactly is that in Sept of 2012, it was announced that MDPV dering what it is and why it is such a concern. The real- what’s in the mixture. It is usually made from a variety is now listed as a controlled substance under the Con- ity is this drug, or class of drugs, has been around for of hazardous substances that can negatively interact trolled Drugs and Substances Act. This makes posses- a while. The renewed hype over bath salts is related to and produce unknown side effects or reactions or may sion, trafficking, importing, exporting, and production of high profile incidents involving extreme violence and in even kill you. MDPV (or any mixtures containing MDPV, such as bath one case death. So here are the real facts about the drug As bath salts have a similar effect to other stimu- salts, or other regulated substances like mephedrone and why you should be concerned! lants, initially providing a feeling of euphoria and sense and methylone) illegal in Canada. “Bath salts” is a name used for a group of products of super strength or power to its users. However, like It is important to remember that, the CF is commit- containing amphetamine – type stimulants such as most substances, is followed by general body discomfort ted to an impairment free workforce, and as a result, methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV), methylone or me- such as insomnia, stomach cramps and digestive prob- prohibits the use of drugs by CF members which can im- phedrone . These substances come under the classifica- lems, headache, or dizziness. Other unwanted side ef- pair normal psychological or physical functioning. The tion of group of drugs known as synthetic cathinones, fects may include hallucinations, paranoia, chest pain, bottom line, Bath salts is hazardous and an illegal sub- which are prepared in illegal labs. This particular drug blurred vision, increased body temperature, increased stance, that can jeopardize personal safety, the safety of is called ” bath salts” because the substance looks like anxiety and agitation. others and negatively impact on operational readiness, sugar or salt you would use in your bath, like epsom salt. In Canada these products are being sold over the in- and is not for use in the CF. Other street names for it include: Ivory Wave, Vanilla ternet and in “head shops”, even though, several of the For more information on this and other topics, con- Sky, Cloud Nine, Whack….to name a few. substances found in bath salts such as methylone or me- tact Health Promotion at (204)833-2500 ext 4160/4995. Are you Addiction Aware? Our Forces Know, I Know, Do concern? you know? • What is Binge Drinking? • How to lead an addiction free When to say I’ve had enough, lifestyle When to step in, When and how Log on to www.forces.gc.ca/ to ask for help know-sais to find out more Join us in promoting an addiction free lifestyle for the How Can You Win? entire CF community by partici- Simply go online www.forces. pating in this years’ Addictions gc.ca/know-sais and test your Awareness Campaign November knowledge about alcohol, other 12-26th. drugs, gambling, addictions and you can WIN WIN WIN**!!! What’s New? CANEX and SISIP Financial • Canada’s Low-Risk Alcohol Services have generously donat- Dinking Guidelines have been ed amazing prizes for this years updated. Drinking is a personal Campaign, which include: choice. If you choose to drink, • Daily draws of 15 iPod Shuf- these guidelines can help you fles, decide When, Where, Why and • 2 weekly prizes of an iPod How Touch and • Alcohol & Mixes: Not a recipe • 3 grand prize draws for a for your next party! chance to win one of two iPads. • Bath Salts: No not salts that go in your bathtub! For more information, • Social impacts of alcohol mis- please contact Health Pro- use and abuse motion at (204) 833-2500 ext • What is “Spice” and why is it a 4160/4995. Free of Charge ~ Representation ~ Advocacy ~ Assistance

The Legion Service Bureau Network serves Veterans, members of the CF, RCMP, and their families by representing their interests with Veterans Affairs Canada and the Veterans Review and Appeal Board for disability benefits under the Service Bureau Network Pension Act or the New Veterans Charter. The Legion’s professional service officers are mandated by legislation to provide representation, advocacy and financial assistance Free oF Charge, Legion member or not. We Call Toll Free at 1-877-534-4666 www. .ca Care! Image: Department of National Defence

we care for all veterans of all ages and their familiesImage: Department of National Defence VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 13

www.familyforce.ca 204.833.2500 ext. 4500 MFRC Kids Care gets an expansion The MFRC is introducing an expanded casual child care service on a trial basis. Registration: This service is aimed at families who need care for their young children on an occa- Spaces may be booked up to one week in advance by calling 204 833-2500 ext 2491 sional basis in order to attend appointments, run errands, volunteer, or need some or in person. A complete information registration form for each child must be com- personal time. The care will be provided at our new site located at 630 Wihuri Road. pleted before care is provided. While this program is located within the MFRC Child Care Centre it will be managed For further information please contact the MFRC Children’s Program Coordinator and staffed by Westwin Children’s centre. at [email protected] or 204 833-2500 ext 2491 Hours: Tuesdays 900-1200 Wednesdays 900-1200 Thursdays choice of: 900-1200, 900-1600, 1300-1600 Fees: 3 hour session- children under 2 years… $12 children over 2 years….. $10 7 hour session children under 2 years…$28 children over 2 years….. $24 Fees are payable by cash or cheque on the day care is provided or by pre purchas- ing a “punch “ card. The card costs $50 and gives you $52 worth of care. It may be purchased on site (cash/cheque) or at MFRC 102 Comet St (debit/$/cheque) Ages: Children aged 6 months to 5 years old may attend. However, our license allows us to accept a maximum of 4 children under the age of 2 at any one time. (It may be possible to accommodate children under 2 years at other times within the MFRC child care centre’s short term program. Call 2491 for availability and cost) The MFRC is excited to announce its expanded child care service. Photo: Melanie Lyrette

UPCOMING MFRC PROGRAMS attend. For more information please talk. Additional Stress Free Child You must reserve a spot by Nov 14 by contact ext. 4506. We meet at the Care funds available. calling 833-2500 ext 2491. REMEMBRANCE DAY AT FORT WHYTE MFRC, 102 Comet Street ALIVE http://www.mcphillipsstation.com/ FRANCOPHONE LADIES GROUP CHILDREN & YOUTH (6-18 YEARS Come and experience the natural Registration deadline: 9 November CHRISTMAS CARD MAKING WORK- OLD) beauty at Fort Whyte Alive. Sunday, 2012 SHOP November 11, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 18 starts at 1 p.m. GLOW-IN-THE-DARK ARCHERY FREE Admission for all Veterans DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT NETWORK $20/person, includes all material Friday, November 23, 6 - 8 p.m. and current Armed Forces and fam- Tuesday, November 20 7 to 8:30 p.m. Registration deadline: November 14 Both Youth Centres will be heading ily members upon presentation of a Registration deadline: November 16 Would you like to learn how to create to the Heights Archery for Glow-in- valid military ID card, VA ID, Gym ID Join us for this holiday themed De- your own Christmas cards and give the-Dark Archery on Friday, November or military dependant ID. A letter of ployment Support Network we will be them a personal touch? Come express 23rd, 2012 from 6–8pm. The cost is presentation can also be obtained from packing care packages to send to your your talents and creativity! For more $10 per participant (7+)* and includes the Winnipeg MFRC. For information, loved ones. The MFRC will supply the information, contact Mélanie at ext. transportation, 2 hours of glow-in-the- contact the MFRC at ext. 4500. boxes, wrapping paper, mailing labels, 4515. dark archery, pizza and pop. Sign up to- and special goodies to be included. You day at your Youth Centre. Be sure to ADULT PROGRAMS can supply letters and pictures from CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS (0-5 YEARS have your permission form and monies home. Together we will make an unfor- OLD) in by Friday, November 9th to secure a REST, RELAX & REVIVE gettable holiday package. All parcels spot! We will not be accepting any late Wednesday, November 14 7 to 9 p.m. will be shipped from 17 Wing the next STORYBOOK ADVENTURES or day of registrations. Registration deadline: November 9 day. If your loved one isn’t currently WESTWIN CHILDREN’S CENTRE Membership/ Medical forms must be Do you just want to soak your feet deployed you are still welcome to join Tuesdays, November 13 – December 11, completed! Please see staff for more after a long day? Do you want to take us. We will pack boxes for veterans at from 1:00-2:30 p.m. details. the rest of the day off and relax? Deer Lodge. Additional Stress Free $25 *Due to the nature of the activity, Come and join us for a night of DIY Child Care funds available. This program is for children 2-5 years Heights Archery only permits 7 years pampering! We will be doing some do old. Using favorite stories as a jump- olds and older to attend. Sorry for it yourself foot baths and pedicures. ROAD TO MENTAL READINESS ing off point, children will participate the inconvenience this may cause some. We will have some soothing music, Tuesday, November 27 7 to 8:30 p.m. in art, music, movement and play activi- beverages and snacks that will help Registration deadline: November 20 ties. Parents may meet at the MFRC BABYSITTER’S SKILLS COURSE you relax and get ready for the busy Road to Mental Readiness is a series for coffee and conversation during the Saturday, November 24th holiday season. of briefings designed to prepare both program if they wish. Call 833-2500 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. military members and their families for (2491) for more info or to register MFRC 102 Comet St CASINO BUS TOUR the deployment experience. The objec- before November 7th. Cost: $20 (includes manual and pizza McPhillips Station Casino tives of this program are to improve lunch) Friday, Nov 16th, 7-11 pm short-term performance as well as CHRISTMAS SHOP The Canadian Safety Council’s Baby- FREE for Adults 18+ long-term well-being. It is meant to WESTWIN CHILDREN’S CENTRE sitting course will be offered. It pro- If you have not experienced Winnipeg’s enhance your knowledge and help you Saturday Nov 17 vides new babysitters with the skills McPhillips Station Casino, or have utilize the skills required to protect 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m. and tools to start working as babysit- and can’t wait to go back, here is your and maintain your health and function- $12 child (½ price for siblings) ters. On completion of the course, chance! We will be providing a FREE ing. The program is divided into three Do you need some time without chil- participants may opt to be included in and FUN bus tour, transportation to phases. Phases One and Two have been dren to prepare for the holidays? the MFRC babysitters list. Children and from the Casino, games and prizes delivered to the military personnel Leave your children (minimum 1 year must be in grade six or be a minimum of onboard, a tour of the facility for new deploying, while the target audience old) with us and get going on your “to 12 years old to participate. visitors and even a way to earn $10 in for this briefing is you, the family do” list. Please send a nut free bagged Register and pay by November 15. FREE slot play. It really doesn’t get members. Topics covered include; goal lunch and diaper supplies (if required.) any better than this! Must be 18+ to setting, stress management and self Fax: 204.489.8587 • Email: [email protected] 102 Comet Street PO Box 17000 Stn Forces, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3Y5 14 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 Chaplain’s Corner Together in Church

Catholic The Tears of Remembrance Chaplains have left a lasting impression. a few prayers and someone Padre Mark Mawson (Wing Chaplain) By: Padre Darryl Levy Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext 5417 I suppose when I think about things, from the unit would also Padre Ray Laudenorio I have always had a fascination with the bring some remarks. Once Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext. 5272/6914 As I write this article on a Remem- military. I remember fondly the stories the remarks were completed Padre Frederic Lamarre brance Day theme, there is sadness in my my mother’s family told about their fa- there was time for people Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext. 5956 Ms Catherine Landry heart, which each year seems to go a little ther’s career in World War I and II. As to just sit and be quiet and deeper. I look at myself and wonder why W Chap Admin Assistant my mother used to say, he should have reflect. Before all would Office: 833-2500 ext 5087 – am I becoming, or am I, simply a senti- made that his career, not the farm. What leave they would stand and mental old fool? Are my life experiences I find unique in all of this is that out of salute. At this particular Masses (English only) Tues, Weds, Thurs 1210 hrs shaping these memories? I really don’t all the grandchildren and cousins on that memorial service which Sunday 1100 hrs know the answer; I simply know that side of the family, I was the only one to was during the day, a group there is emotion around these remem- pursue a career in the military. One of stood to salute. Within the Religious Education classes are available to all students from Preschool to brances and memories. Some would look my mother’s sisters was even married to group was a beautiful gal, Grade 6. Please call the office for information. at me and say why? It is really simply a former US Air Force pilot, so there was standing as part of a larger Confessions The sacrament of reconciliation is offered 20 minutes before another day – but is it? a strong military connection for some of group from the unit our fall- mass and by appointment. Contact the chaplain's office. As far back as I can recall I have al- my cousins. en soldier was part of. I did ways been at a Remembrance Day pa- Baptisms We recommend that you contact the chaplain’s office for an ap- That fascination has enabled me, and not know her, and I don’t to pointment prior to the birth of your child. rade. I recall going through elementary may I say, has given me the privilege, of this day, but from where I school and junior high school playing in Marriages Six months’ notice is required for marriages, as counselling is experiencing things that I never thought stood I could simply watch. necessary to prepare couples for Christian marriage. A marriage prepara- the school band for the parade. In high I ever would. As I look back over all of She stood tall and proud in tion course is also required. school and university I attended various those experiences, there is one thing at her uniform, proud of whom parades. When I finished seminary and this time of year that its memory remains she was, and what she rep- started my civilian church career as a pas- as sharp in my mind as though it hap- resented. As she stood to sa- tor I attended the local parade and even pened only a few moments ago. lute in a final act of good bye Catholic Women’s League meets in the Chapel Annex the third Monday of each month at 1830hrs. officiated. Since joining the Reg force in During my tour to Afghanistan in 2010 before the Ramp Ceremony, 1999, I have officiated at various parades there were a number of Ramp Ceremo- which would see some 3,000 Protestant and cenotaphs in Canada. I have led the nies to attend. For those of you reading on parade, she struggled Remembrance Day celebration in the Go- who are not familiar with Ramp Ceremo- with all her might to main- Chaplains lan Heights. I celebrated Remembrance nies they are our means and the means tain composure and fight Day at the Commonwealth cemetery in of many other countries to send our/their back the tears. Struggle Padre Will Hubbard Damascus, Syria. I performed memorial fallen comrades home with dignity and though she might, it was a (Anglican) Office 833-2500 ext 5349 services at Vimy Ridge, at the Grosbeek honour. The event in my memory that battle she did not win. As Padre Darryl Levy Canadian Cemetery in Holland, and the I wish to reveal takes place a couple of she stood there, the weight (Baptist) Office 833-2500 ext 5785 most recent international Remembrance hours prior to it. Before we (Canadians) of what had happened, and Padre Frank Staples (UCC) Day celebration was in Kandahar, Af- have a Ramp Ceremony we would do a the loss she felt, swept over Det. Dundurn. Office 833-2500 ext. 4299 ghanistan. All of these celebrations were memorial service in front of the Canadian her and the tears began to indeed an honour to perform, but they Memorial. During this time we would say fall. When the tears broke Sunday Services (English Only) 0900 hrs through she was in full sa- Sunday School is held during the service for children ages 3 to 12, except lute with the rest of her on the last Sunday of each month. Childcare is provided on an as-required unit and the tears simply basis for children under 3 years of age. streamed down her face, be- Marriages Contact the chaplain at least six months in advance. A mar- cause the person who had riage preparation course is a requirement. been lost was a close friend. Her grief was real, and it Baptisms The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is available by contacting a was poignant. I remember chaplain. Time is required to give sufficient instruction about the meaning of baptism. as I saw her beautiful face and the tears, thinking to Protestant Chapel Guild meets the first Sunday of the month at 1800 hrs myself that is the face of re- in the Chapel Annex. All women are welcome. membrance, those are the tears of shared memories, day the loss of one of their own in the pur- the tears of remembrance, and that is the suit of peace and freedom. If you are not price at times of freedom. from a tradition of prayer, perhaps you I have seen other people cry at their might simply think about some who do loss before, and I really can’t explain why mourn and hope that they know that they this image sticks so vividly in my mind, are not alone. Finally, I would ask that but it does. It reminds me to be thank- all of you join in the hope that one day ful even on days when I don’t really feel war will no longer be needed, and that thankful. It reminds me to cherish the you would cherish Remembrance Day, be- freedom I have and the people who love cause it is not simply another day. and care about me. It reminds me most As for me, I will take my place in one especially of the fact that for many, Re- of the parades. I do not know if I am of- membrance Day is a day when tears of ficiating this year or not. I do know that remembrance are shed. in the skirl of the pipes and the beat of I do not know the make-up of the the drums my mind will drift and float off audience this paper circulates to, but I to many places. I will remember the face know that most of you will attend a Re- that I spoke of earlier. I will remember membrance Day parade somewhere, and the faces of the four families for whom I I thank you for that. As you do this year, I did the funerals for their loved who were would ask of you a few things. First, take lost in Afghanistan. I will think of many a few moments on that day to truly be who have lost a loved one in the wars and thankful for the freedom that we have – it the pain that brings. I will remember my was achieved at a great price. Second, in family who are not here with me. Finally, line with the first, make sure that those I will look around me and know that I am whom you love, know that you love and not alone in my tears of remembrance, care for them, because life can change because God is with me, and you are too. our circumstances so quickly. Third, if you come from a tradition that believes or May God truly bless each of you as you practices prayer, could you say a prayer remember. for those families who remember on this VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 07 November, 2012 15 Personal

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