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Remembrance a sombre duty

CLIFF KENYON

Remembrance Day reminds (CAF) members of the pride they share in the life they have chosen. “I’m always proud, being in the armed forces,” says 4 Wing Cold Lake Acting Wing Commander LCol Alain Gagnon. He has even more reason to be proud this . As Acting Wing Commander he was the first at 4 Wing to receive a poppy, pinned on by Todd Rorke, President of the Cold Lake Branch 211. And Gagnon will be Parade Commander for Remembrance Day ceremonies held at the Cold Lake Energy Centre. “I’m really proud to be the Parade Commander,” said Gagnon. It’s not just an honorary position. He leads the parade and ensures ceremonies go smoothly. “Once we are assembled I give all the commands,” he said. “It has to go smoothly.” Gagnon remembers the first Remembrance Day ceremony he attended as a cadet in 1994 at his hometown in clutching his Avr Brock Curtis Todd Rorke, President of Cold Lake Royal Canadian Legion Branch 211, pins a Remembrance Day poppy on trombone as a member of the band. Acting 4 Wing Commander LCol Alain Gagnon in a meeting at City Hall. “I’ve never missed a Remembrance Day since. In 1994, I wasn’t expecting it world wars amongst other wars where president of Cold Lake Royal Canadian Rorke said spectators are to be to lead me in this position.” everything fell into chaos. If we don’t Legion Branch 211. Car pooling is seated by 10:30 a.m. with ceremonies He said members of 4 Wing have remember them, we are bound to suggested to avoid congestion at the beginning at 10:45 when troops will been busy preparing for Remembrance repeat history.” end of the ceremonies. be marched in. Revelry is played and Day, with many volunteers making “I’m always looking forward to It’s a huge event for both the local wreaths laid by government and local visits to local schools to talk about the Remembrance Day to act as a reminder.” Legion and the City of Cold Lake business representatives as well as significance of the day. One tip, if you plan to attend held in the main arena, the red arena, individuals. “It’s so very important to remember. ceremonies at the Energy Centre attracting between 3,000 and 4,000 There were so many sacrifices in two on Nov. 11: Arrive early, says Rorke, people. Continued on page 2...

LOCAL LOCAL LOCAL Tuesday Wednesday Mix of Sun & Cloud Sunny Timely Remembrance Quarterly Awards Christmas fun soon High -7oC High -11oC Low -13oC Low -16oC 4 Wing Cold Lake members tell See 4 Wing Cold Lake Register now for fun at the story of Remembrance Day members who received Storytime for Santa at Military Thursday Friday in local schools. honours and awards. Family Resource Centre Society. Cloudy Cloudy Page 3 High -5oC High -7oC o o Page 5, 6 Low -10 C Low -14 C Page 9 The weather is provided by The 4 Wing Meteorology Office

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REMEMBERING ALL WHOM HAVE SERVED REMEMBRANCE Thank You Discount DAY Furniture, Mattresses,Appliances,Televisions LEST WE FORGET 2021 All Military, Police, Firefighters & First Responders receive a SPECIAL “Thank You” Discount Monday on all home furnishings until Nov. 16 NOVEMBER 11TH Page 2 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Legion focuses on Poppy sales a huge fund raiser Remembrance CLIFF KENYON national organization. Donations and between October 2017 and collected remain at the branch October 2018 more than $16 Poppies may not seem valuable and are used to support veterans million was disbursed to support ...continued from front page …. a few coins tossed in the tray and and their families in their veterans and families. a poppy honouring Remembrance community. The Royal Canadian Legion “It’s our biggest day of the year,” said Rorke. “It’s a Day pinned to your coat. Across Canada in 2017, 19.8 has about 260,000 members in good time to pay our respects. If it weren’t for them we But it all adds up to a sum million Poppies were distributed about 1,400 branches. wouldn’t have the rights and privileges we enjoy today.” of money that’s vital to the local Rorke was in the military for 34 years, 29 of branches of the Royal Canadian them posted at 4 Wing Cold Lake as an air weapons Legion. technician and then retired here. Branch 211 of Cold Lake has “Cold Lake definitely grows on you,” he said. distributed 250 trays of poppies, The local Legion has about 500 members and throughout the region, in stores they are active throughout the year. and businesses and President “We support all the local groups in the city such as Todd Rorke says, as in other years, scouts, cadets and minor hockey.” they are hoping for a great result The poppy campaign raises funds annually for through donations for the poppies the Legion. and donations by businesses. “We are also busy throughout the year looking The annual campaign is the after our local veterans.” Legion’s biggest fund-raiser and The Legion offers support to military members vital to their finances. facing retirement as well as those already retired. He says the campaign is on- “We go to bat for them,” says Rorke. going but this year seemed to start The Legion also organizes a variety of social out slowly. functions through the year to raise funds. They host a “All donations seem to be weekly Friday steak night which is open to the public. down, but we wait and see. More Also, Cold Lake Scouts will be holding donations will still be arriving in Remembrance Day services at the cenotaph in Cold the mail.” Lake North. There is no tally of how many And on Nov. 8, Northern Lights School division poppies are distributed in the trays public schools will be holding Remembrance Day locally but in past years the Legion services at schools throughout the region. Most has raised $12,000 to $15,000. services begin at 10 a.m. and all are open to the public. “We will gladly accept all donations big and small.” The Poppy Campaign is a local initiative throughout Canada and supported by the

Centennial Building(#67), PO Box 6190 Stn Forces, Cold Lake, AB T9M 2C5 Phone: (780) 594-5206 Remembrance Cliff Kenyon Email: [email protected] can be painful FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK THE COURIER STAFF MANAGER Janae Wandler - [email protected] hat do you think of on but forgotten about her, just like patrol vehicle. EDITOR/REPORTER Remembrance Day? I do, until Remembrance Day It was a routine mission for the Cliff Kenyon - [email protected] W It brings to mind approaches. soldiers, although I expect it was PRODUCTION COORDINATOR visions of soldiers standing Michelle was a news reporter exciting for the visitor Lang. Alina Mallais - [email protected] at attention, poppies, and a at the Calgary Herald when They had just left Kandahar ADMIN/SALES Cenotaph. And the weather is I worked there as an editor. She was City when they hit a buried IED Jasmine Ouellette - [email protected] usually awful. It’s Canada. I a rising star. She had a national (Improvised Explosive Device) suppose it’s all meant to make us newspaper award to her credit hidden in the rough roadway. EDITORIAL ADVISOR stronger as we freeze motionless as a reporter and won a plumb Investigators later said it was 4 WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS in the rain, drizzle or snow. We assignment to go to Afghanistan a huge explosion. The 23-ton Capt Julie Brunet would be too embarrassed to pack to report on the Canadian troops vehicle was flipped over and came it in and head for a warm place to there. to rest pointed in the opposite DEADLINE clutch a hot coffee cup and share I didn’t know her well. Had direction. Wednesday at 1500 hrs for the following Tuesday our remembrance in comfort. That talked to her only a few times while Lang was killed instantly, just wouldn’t do. At the very least at work. She was enthusiastic and reports later said. Four Canadian CIRCULATION you can suffer some discomfort. proud about being a news reporter, soldiers in the vehicle with Lang 2600 I expect it may be a painful was very good at it and had many were also killed. Lang, who as 34, but necessary time for many in friends in the newsroom. They was the first Canadian journalist The Courier is published weekly with the permission of the Canadian Armed Forces and were thrilled and likely jealous that killed in the war in Afghanistan. the 4 Wing Cold Lake Wing Commander Col Moar. others. she had won such a prestigious She was survived by her fiancé and The opinions expressed are those of the contributor and I am not in the armed forces. assignment. parents who lived in . do not reflect those of the Editor, Canadian Armed Forces, Never have been. But I have my I had left the Calgary Herald Everyone seems to live on or DND. The Editor reserves the right to reject, edit, or condense any editorial or advertising material. own memories. and probably never would have nowadays on the Internet. That’s Printed by Star Press, Wainwright, AB. My mother, growing up in Kent thought of her again. I wouldn’t where you can easily find the Publié hebdomadairement avec la permission du in southeast England and training have forgotten her, but like the details. You can read about her life Commandant de l’escadre, le col Moar. Les opinions as a nurse to later do her part, once many other people I worked with and how it ended in Afghanistan. personnelles exprimées dans ce journal sont celles des wrote about seeing Spitfires soaring at the Herald, there was no reason RIP, Michelle. collaborateurs et ne représentent pas les opinions de la in the sky above her home. Her she would ever have come to mind. I suppose columns like this rédaction, des Forces armées canadiennes ou du Ministrère de la Défense nationale. La rédaction se réserve le droit de father, in an earlier war, had been Reporters like to write the news. should draw conclusions. Or refuser, d’éditer ou de condenser tout article et matériel de an ambulance driver in France. My They don’t like being part of it. That perhaps raise questions about war réclame soumis. Imprimé par Star Press, Wainwright, AB. father, rejected for military service changed on Dec. 30, 2009 when and battle. because of his poor vision, talked she became the story. This one doesn’t. It just tells a MEMBER OF: of the friends he lost in battles he Lang, on the job and writing story about an ordinary woman never experienced. stories for Canadian newspapers, who died in a most extraordinary But mostly, I think of Michelle I’m sure wearing a flak jacket and way. Lang. helmet just like the soldiers she was You may heard her name, riding with, was in an armor plated [email protected] Tuesday, November 5, 2019 The Courier News & Publishing Page 3

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Special Service Medal – NATO Rotation Bar The following three Wing Commander’s professionalism, dedication, and ceaseless efforts by The Special Service Medal (SSM) recognizes commendations were awarded last quarter, however, volunteering to assist 401 Sqn with repairing their members of the Canadian Forces (CF) who have the members were unable to attend at that time. aircraft for a major deployment. He also volunteered performed a service determined to be under exceptional MCpl Laura Lovatt with an NSO tasking, where he helped troubleshoot a circumstances, in a clearly defined locality for a MCpl Laura Lovatt works tirelessly to ensure that 10 difficult fuel snag on a critical flying asset in support of specified duration. This medals is always issued with a FTTS can meet its mandate of providing qualified and NORAD. When not assisting other Sqns, MCpl Cardinal bar that specifies the special service being recognized, authorized technicians for the CF-188 fleet. She is often is busy instructing at 10 FTTS and volunteering for each bar having its own criteria. The NATO bar is the first person in and the last to leave displaying her “Master of Ceremonies” responsibilities. This dedication awarded when an aggregate of 180 days of honourable dedication to 10 FTTS’s motto of “To Make Proficient”. and initiative has directly contributed to the longevity service within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s For constantly exhibiting inspirational leadership of these flying assets and the ability for the RCAF to (NATO) area of responsibility. in the Sqn, across the Wing and in the community, effectively train AVN technicians, deserving him Air MWO Farrow, Op Reassurance, Romania, 25 Aug her unparalleled dedication towards everything she Person of the Quarter. does, MCpl Lovatt is truly deserving of the 4 Wing 2017 – 13 Jan 2018 Team of the Quarter MCpl Chambers-Anderson, Op Reassurance, Commander’s Commendation 4 OSS TF IFRCC (Instrument Flight Rules Romania, 24 Aug 2017 – 8 Jan 2018 4 Wing Taskings/PFG Cell Control Centre) Sgt Doerksen - PO2 Perez - Cpl Morran - Cpl On 29 May 2019, the IFRCC Maintenance section General Service Medal Expedition Ribbon Robert reported a “green” SITREP for the first time in The General Service Medal (GSM) is awarded While tasked as the Primary Force Generator several years, signifying that all Airfield equipment to members of the CF and members of allied forces (PFG) Cell for Op IMPACT Roto 8, the Taskings Cell under their AOR was serviceable. An extraordinary serving with the CF who deploy outside of Canada - but provided outstanding support to both theatre and 150 achievement made possible with persistence, superior not necessarily into a theatre of operations - to provide units across the CAF. They ensured 1175 deploying technical expertise and dedicated teamwork. Through direct support, on a full-time basis, to operations in the members had fulfilled all requirements and files continuous perseverance in the pursuit of this end state, presence of an armed enemy. were completed prior to deployment. Working long these technicians directly enabled Air Ops during a high Capt Maurer, Op Foundation, 13 Oct 2018 – 27 hours, without hesitation and often with evolving tempo period and demonstrated an RCAF capability to Apr 2019 priorities, the members of the Taskings Cell displayed effectively support the challenges associated with local the commitment, dedication, professionalism and Joint Task Force – IMPACT and international flying Ops. teamwork required to meet the demands of this high Commanders Commendation The following are the members of this team. operational tempo. This Joint Task Force – IMPACT commander’s Unfortunately some of them could not be here today. 664 Royal Cadet Air Cadet Squadron Military commendation is awarded to MCpl Kukushkin. Sgt St Pierre - MCpl Becker - MCpl Blakeman - Volunteers MCpl Grace Kukushkin deployed initially to MCpl Perry - Cpl Abbott - Cpl Brown - Cpl Calder - Cpl Sgt Smith –MCpl Poulin – Cpl Overton – Avr Kuwait and then to Iraq from November 2018 to May Chapman - Cpl Desjardins - Cpl Frost – Cpl Leighton Brunell - Avr Desrosiers – Avr Frampton – Cpl Stafford 2019 as part of the Ministerial Team. While deployed - Cpl Lizotte - Avr St. Cyr as the unit Chief Clerk, she worked tirelessly and with With great energy, commitment and pride this complete dedication to ensure the truly multinational team of selfless volunteers from across 4 Wing worked Safety Person of the Quarter unit was provided the highest level of administration together during the past year to enhance the training Sgt Simmons and financial support possible. MCpl Kukushkin’s program for the youth of 664 Cold Lake Air Cadets. Sgt Simmons is awarded the 4 Wing Safety Award technical knowledge and problem solving ability had Through mentorship and leadership by example, these for his professionalism and diligence in recognising a a direct positive influence on the Joint Task Force – former Cadets gave of their own time during weeknights physical hazard at the 22 metre range. In observing IMPACT’s reputation within the coalition. and weekends to impart their expertise and experience the backdrop separating he reported the deficiency, Also for distinguished service during this in delivering high quality instruction and creative resulting in an inspection that confirmed the deployment, MCpl Kukushkin is awarded the Joint supplemental activities. The efforts and initiatives observation and the hazard. Sgt Simons then took it Service Achievement Medal for meritorious service for of this community-minded group, combined with a upon himself to further research a mitigation strategy the armed forces of the United States. positive and generous attitude, directly contributed to until an engineered repair could be applied to the Established on Aug. 3, 1983, this award was the overall success of the local Air Cadet training year. hazard. His observation and follow-on actions are established by and is awarded in the name of The following are recipients of the Wing an example of how timely reporting and continued the United States Secretary of Defense for either Commanders Commendation for this quarter. attentiveness can work towards initially mitigating, and outstanding achievement or meritorious service and Capt Makkhuen ultimately rectifying, a hazardous situation. Captain Makkhuen is awarded the Wing takes precedence before the achievement medals of the Wing Commanders Coin Commander’s Commendation for his exceptional military services. Sarah Cappiello-Forgues dedication and work ethic as Acting Wing Comptroller. MCpl Kukushkin distinguished herself by Sarah Cappiello-Forgues is awarded the Wing During a period of six months, multiple Wing exceptionally meritorious service as the Chief Clerk, Commanders Coin for her exceptional efforts as Comptroller handovers and periods of vacancy, Captain Combined Joint Task Force-Operation INHERENT a Financial Services Administrator in the Claims Makkhuen kept the Branch on track and went well above RESOLVE, Bagdad, Iraq, from 24 November 2018 to 24 Section of Wing Comptroller. She is the embodiment and beyond his rank and experience levels to ensure May 2019. During this period, MCpl Kukushkin was the of truly exceptional customer service and goes above continuity of service to the Wing, while remaining non-commissioned officer in charge of administration and beyond in every aspect of her job. Her attention responsive to higher headquarters. Captain Makkhuen for the Ministerial Liaison Team as well as coordination to detail, kindness, helpful attitude and dedication are is recognized for his outstanding performance during for all Canadians reporting to the Director of CJ- second to none. 4 Wing members, her coworkers and this stressful transition period. 7. MCpl Kukushkin worked tirelessly on the full Chain of Command alike are extremely grateful for her Cpl Murphy range of administrative duties for all members of the contributions. CJ-7 Directorate flawlessly processing member’s pay, In the last year, Cpl Bridget Murphy has gone allowances, Canadian specific recognition and medals, above and beyond expectations in her RTF roles as The Force Rewards Program personnel actions, visa renewal and re-assignment IC First Aid Training and First Aid instructor Trainer. The FORCE Rewards Program has been throughout the area of responsibility. She diligently From September 2018 to August 2019, she taught implemented to motivate our CAF personnel to adopt processed nearly 80 leave and finance requests and was 50 Standard Military First Aid courses, 3 First Aid a healthy, active lifestyle while recognizing those who the Canadian purchasing officer, receiving invoices and Instructor courses and 6 Combat First Aid courses; achieve a high level of health-related and operational executing reimbursement of local purchases. Finally, totalling 127 days of instruction and over 500 students fitness. Their exceptional results set a strong example MCpl Kukushkin coordinated movement, housing trained. Cpl Murphy expertly managed her time and for their peers, in conjunction with the entire Canadian and related tasks for transitioning personnel. The efforts thereby enabling RTF to meet its Mandate to 4 Armed forces. Sgt Madge has achieved the Platinum distinctive accomplishments of MCpl Kukushkin reflect Wing. Incentive Level on his annual FORCE Evaluation. credit upon herself, the combined Joint Task Force, the 4 Wing Explosives Area 1 AMS/4 MSS Sgt Matthew Madge Canadian Armed Forces and her country. Sgt Lepore - MCpl Dixon - MCpl Schnabel - MCpl Wall - Cpl Fuhr - Cpl Harris - Cpl Robinson – Avr Promotions MWO MacMillan Commander Canadian Special Operations Jaerschky - Avr Malins - Avr Triplet WO MacMillan has been promoted from WO to Forces Command Commendation Through exceptional leadership, stock management, MWO effective 27 Sep 2019 Cpl Ali Karnib and education the following personnel enabled MWO MacMillan enrolled in the CAF 2 March Cpl Karnib displayed exceptional resilience and the Explosives Storage Area to achieve an annual 1989. professionalism during his second deployment with stocktaking discrepancy rate of 4 per cent: Sgt Lepore, He has been posted to Greenwood and returned to Operation IMPACT as a Linguist. Cpl Karnib selflessly MCpl Dixon, MCpl Schnabel, MCpl Wall, Cpl Fuhr, Cold Lake in 2009. worked beyond his personal limits to ensure mission Cpl Harris, Cpl Robinson, Avr Jaerschky, Avr Malins, MWO MacMillan exhibits inspirational leadership success as a force multiplier who performed the and Avr Triplett. This accomplishment marks a major amongst his peers, unparalleled dedication towards duties of two full time linguists in providing a critical milestone in the pursuit of continuous improvement. the mission and initiative to bring improvements to capability to this operating environment. He directly The collaboration of technicians from 1AMS and 4MSS Canadian Armed Forces capabilities in support of 4 contributed to a multitude of tactical, operational and has drastically improved accountability and set a new Wing operational commitments. strategic successes through the clear and timely passage standard at 4 Wing. of information, thus exemplifying the CANSOFCOM MWO MacMillan has played multiple roles ethos. Airperson of the Quarter throughout his last two years at 10 FTTS but has now MCpl Cardinal moved on and taken his new role as the Chief Instructor Wing Commander’s Commendation MCpl Cardinal has distinguished himself through of 10 FTTS. Tuesday, November 5, 2019 The Courier News & Publishing Page 5

All photos by Cpl Justin Roy, 4 Wing Imaging Quarterly honours and awards Joint Task Force – IMPACT Special Service Medal – NATO Rotation Bar Commanders Commendation

Master Warrant Officer Todd Farrow Master Corporal Lauren Chambers-Anderson Master Corporal Grace Kukushkin Joint Service Commander Canadian Special Wing Commander’s Achievement Medal Operations Forces Command Commendation Commendation

Master Corporal Grace Kukushkin Master Corporal Ali Karnib Master Corporal Laura Lovatt Wing Commander’s Commendation

Primary Force Generator Cell Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Captain Jirasak Makkhuen Wing Commander’s Commendation Airperson of the Quarter

Corporal Bridget Murphy 4 Wing Explosives Area Master Corporal Steve Cardinal Team of the Quarter Wing Commander’s Coin FORCE Rewards

4 Operational Support Squadron - Instrument Flight Sarah Cappiello-Forgues with a Wing Commanders Sergeant Matthew Madge with a certificate for Rules Control Centre Coin, with 4 Wing Chief Warrant Officer, Remi Nault reaching Platinum on his annual FORCE Evaluation Page 6 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 5, 2019

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s every year on the 11th of ended at the 11th hour of the 11th The former Canadian Armed their valiant service in defence of our November thousands of day of the 11th month in 1918. As the Forces Chaplain General David Kettle freedom and to demonstrate the value ACanadians will gather at years pass by, most of our Veterans age spoke of the Veterans and said: “What we place in those freedoms so selflessly cemeteries, around cenotaphs and war averages 96 and with fewer remaining it they lived through during times of great forged. As Canadians we have freedom memorials to honour, pay tribute and to is ever more important for us to honour conflict, strife and wars are not just to think, to move, to speak, to worship, remember our war heroes and all those and pray; for those brave soldiers, memories. The sounds of war, the horror to be afforded the proper privileges of who served and continue serving our sailors and aviators who sacrificed so of the battle, and echo in their minds are our legal system, to own and dispose country. much for their families, friends, country as real as if it was yesterday. They know of property, to raise a family and to This year will mark 101 years since and for us. It is a time for us to show the cries of suffering and pain and it’s educate our children. the end of the First World War, which them our appreciation. etched on their faces and in their tears Let us remember and honour to this day.” those whose sacrifices ensured those Our Canadian soldiers, naval freedoms. and air personnel risked their lives in the name of a better world so that the [email protected] nightmare of war and death would end, and so that we would never experience what they have experienced. And for COMING TO that we must be grateful and remember. BAGOTVILLE? If we do not, the sacrifice of those one WE’VE GOT THE PLACE TO STAY! hundred thousand Canadian lives will be made meaningless.   ROOMS WITH REFRIGERATOR AND MICROWAVE OVEN John Babcock, the last Canadian  TROPICAL ATRIUM WITH SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND SAUNA  ONSITE RESTAURANT World War One veteran who died in  WALKING DISTANCE FROM THE SHOPPING MALLS 2009 at the age of 109 said: ‘I think it  FREE LONGDISTANCE CALLS TO CANADA AND USA would be nice if all the different people  FREE WIRELESS HIGHSPEED INTERNET   MINUTES FROM BAGOTVILLE AIRPORT in the world could get along together.’ So, to honour those who gave so much RATES FROM let us not only remember their sacrifices

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SUBMITTED The War Amps, an programs have on organization entering its young amputees and Sean Borle, 24, second century of service their futures,” says Borle. recalls meeting Second this year. “Knowing that there are World War veteran Lloyd The War Amps was people like Lloyd who Brown, 96, for the first started by war amputee understand what it’s like time six years ago at veterans returning from to be missing a limb, a Remembrance Day the First World War to makes you feel like you’re ceremony. “We had this help each other adapt not alone.” magical moment where to their new reality as When Brown attends I reached out my right amputees. They then the Remembrance Day hand and he put out his welcomed amputee ceremonies, he reflects left, to shake hands,” he veterans following the on all those in his says. Second World War, regiment who never came Borle was born sharing all that they had home. “It’s heartbreaking missing his left hand, learned. to think of all those who and Brown lost his right Borle grew up in lost their lives and it’s arm on October 18, The War Amps Child important to remember 1944 while serving with Amputee (CHAMP) them,” he says. the Loyal Program, which provides For Borle, it’s special Regiment in Italy. “I was financial assistance for to share Remembrance staked at a farmhouse the cost of artificial Day with Brown. “I would which had a children’s limbs, emotional support not be the person I am treehouse located behind and regional seminars today had it not been it,” says Brown. “In the to young amputees for that decision more treehouse was a sniper across Canada. It was than 100 years ago who kept shooting at our started by War Amps to begin The War boys. A tank then came Members, like Brown, Amps,” says Borle. “It which shot out shells, the who realized their is our commitment shrapnel hitting my right experiences of living with as Champs that the arm.” amputation could help legacy and sacrifices of When Brown arrived others. Lloyd, and all the war at the hospital, the Through what they amputee veterans, will be Submitted doctors had to amputate call “Operation Legacy,” remembered and carried Second World War amputee veteran Lloyd Brown shares a special bond his arm. “Fortunately, I Borle and his fellow forward.” and Remembrance Day tradition with Sean Borle. was in such shock that I members of CHAMP didn’t feel a thing,” he have now “taken up the recalls. torch” of remembrance The ability to find to pay tribute to the the positive in a dark veteran members of The situation is one reason War Amps, whose efforts why Borle admires Brown. have made a difference On Remembrance Day, in the lives of thousands the pair share a special of amputees. tradition of laying a “I can’t overstate wreath on behalf of the impact that these PLAYSAFE: Don’t Let It Happen to You

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CPL JENNIFER FOX, normal average of low. Coldest temperature BRIEFER/OBSERVER 18.9mm. Temperatures recorded was in 1955 have been average, the on the 28th at -36.7ºC As the Thanksgiving warmest temperature at and the warmest was and Halloween draw fall 16.4ºC on the 7th and in 1975 on the 3rd with to an end for another the lowest -13.6ºC on the 18.9ºC. Rainfall has been year, poppies will be 30th. As we head into recorded in the month worn as we approach November, the Lakeland with the highest recorded Remembrance Day. should expect more amount at 6mm on the October has been snowfall. 3rd in 2008. Snowfall fairly mild and dry with November is a time is a guarantee with the below zero temperatures to remember those who highest recorded amount overnight. Rainfall have fought for Canada. at 30.1cm on the 1st in amount was a 24.6mm It’s also the month 1953. Average norms for and a snow amount of when winter sets in with the month are 1.4mm of 13.6cm with not much temperatures falling rain and 24.6cm of snow. sticking around. This well below zero. Average Bundle up for the MFSP - TRENTON month has had an above normal temperatures for upcoming colder months. Display 10.37 x 7.12", average of precipitation the month are -2.6ºC as Watch for ice and stay March 2018 Colour with 39.8mm with the a high and -10.8ºC for a safe.

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Submitted Cupcake tree decorates Storytime. Page 10 The Courier News & Publishing Tuesday, November 5, 2019 Silver Cross mother remembers brave son Matthew

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION a Major-General and Commander she focuses her time on issues that serving in Kandahar, Afghanistan. of the Canadian Special Operations personally resonate with her. Born on April 1, 1980, he was The Memorial Cross (more often Forces. Philip is a trauma surgeon at Besides travelling and golfing, she killed in action in Afghanistan on July referred to as the Silver Cross) was first the Vancouver General Hospital and a and her husband very much enjoy the 4, 2007. authorized on December 1, 1919 as a Major in charge of the Canadian Forces local art scene, concerts, theatre and the Matthew was the youngest of memento of personal loss and sacrifice Trauma Centre in that city. James cinema. They also delight in the time four boys. He grew up with severe on the part of widows and mothers of retired as a Captain in the PPCLI after spent with their eight grandchildren. asthma but coped well. Early on, he Canadian sailors, aviators and soldiers serving five years, including a tour Notably, 2019 marks Reine and Peter’s memorized the names and dosages of who died for their country during the in Bosnia. He now lives in Kingston, 50th wedding anniversary; and while his medications, a sign that he could war. , and is Vice President North they look back and feel very fortunate, adapt to life’s challenges. Quick to Today, the National Silver Cross Atlantic of an American workplace she says there will always be deep sorrow recover after serious medical episodes, Mother is chosen by the Legion among supply company. Matthew, the youngest, for the loss of their son Matthew, an he maintained an outgoing friendly nominations made by Legion Provincial was posted to 3PPCLI and served in enthusiastic man with a distinguished spirit and enjoyed a full range of Commands and individuals to represent Afghanistan where he died performing past and bright future. activities from sports to a love of music the mothers of Canada at the National his duties as a platoon Commander. Capt Matthew Jonathan Dawe and drama; he was especially good at Remembrance Day Ceremony in . Reine remains an avid reader Cap Matthew J. Dawe was the impersonating family and friends. During her tenure, which started on and stays up to date on social and Commander of 8 Platoon, C Company, His positive attitude followed him November 1, the National Silver Cross political matters. As a volunteer with 3 Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light everywhere, including to the Royal Mother fulfills other official functions. organizations such as Canadians Infantry Battalion (3 PPCLI). His Military College in Kingston, Ontario. 2019 National Silver Cross Mother – for Women in Afghanistan and The company was part of 2 Royal Canadian There, he received his Civil Engineering Mrs. Reine Samson Dawe Kingston Symphony Association, Regiment Battle Group (2 RCR BG) degree with first class honours and was Mrs. Dawe’s son, Captain Matthew described by one professor as “a student J. Dawe, was the Commander of everyone would love to have.” He was 8 Platoon, C Company, 3 Princess appointed Cadet Wing Commander - Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry the highest cadet rank - in his final year. Battalion (3 PPCLI). His company was Cadets junior to him knew him as a part of 2 Royal Canadian Regiment compassionate leader who cared. Battle Group (2 RCR BG) serving in Posted to 3 PPCLI after graduating Kandahar, Afghanistan. He was killed in 2004, Matthew was given command of in action in Afghanistan on July 4, 2007. 8 Platoon, which led to interesting and As the National Silver Cross Mother, challenging experiences with US Army Mrs. Dawe will place a wreath at the counterparts. He successfully argued National War Memorial on 11 November that his role in preparing his team for 2019 on behalf of all Canadian mothers deployment to Afghanistan should who have lost a son or a daughter in the continue past the customary two-year military service of Canada. Throughout appointment as platoon commander. the year, she will also be called upon to He then made a rapid recovery from a perform other duties honouring the ruptured Achilles tendon and was ready Fallen from all conflicts. for deployment in four months instead Reine Dawe’s early life began in of the doctor’s prediction of a year, the small town of St-Prosper, just south something that would have prevented of Quebec City. Later graduating his deployment. He was determined to from Laval University’s physiotherapy be with his “boys” and share the danger. program, she entered a profession she Matthew was always a positive enjoyed immensely until her retirement example to his platoon - known as “1-2 in 2013. can do” - due to a willingness to volunteer It was during her physiotherapy for the toughest of assignments. He studies that she first met her future was deeply affected when he had to husband Peter Dawe, now a retired identify and recover three platoon Lieutenant-Colonel who served close members killed by an Improvised to 35 years in the Army. Reine’s Royal Canadian Legion Explosive Device (IED). Two weeks physiotherapy internship had first Capt Matthew Dawe was killed in 1980. later, he was engaged in an operation to taken her to Halifax, to the neutralize the local bomb maker military hospital at HMCS Stadacona. believed to be behind that deadly IED. She and Peter were married two years Returning from that mission, his vehicle later. was targeted by a 500-pound bomb Reine naturally became part of her buried in the road. He died instantly, husband’s wider military family. She along with five Canadian soldiers recalls the challenging and exciting and an Afghan interpreter. After his times as a military spouse; being repatriation ceremony, Matthew’s introduced to new places and new platoon members openly shared friends during regular moves within personal stories of their commander’s Canada and the United States. During positive leadership. this busy time, she and her husband Matthew Dawe’s persona also raised four active boys. transcended his passing, and he remains Peter, Philip, James and Matthew larger than life to this day. At the Royal occupied much of Reine’s time. She Military College, the study room in the occasionally joined parent-teacher Civil Engineering department bears his associations and spent many hours name, as does a varsity athletic award cheering her sons in hockey rinks and a sword presented annually to the and various other sports facilities. She top combat arms cadet. A building at also pursued professional continuing Base Kingston and the #631 Collins education and worked in a series of Bay Legion Branch in that city also bear medical facilities often in military his name. Finally, he is remembered hospitals and clinics. She always focused by his alma mater, La Salle Secondary, on keeping a good balance between with an annual award for outstanding work and family demands. leadership and school spirit. The Dawe boys were involved in Beyond these special honours, everything from sports to music, and Matthew’s everlasting legacy is his son all four went on to follow their father’s Lucas, whose second birthday also example by joining the military. Philip, marked the day his father was killed. James and Matthew graduated from Lucas is described as a “chip off the The Royal Military College. The eldest, old block,” filled with good humour, Peter, did not attend the College but determination and athleticism: a later obtained two Master’s degrees Royal Canadian Legion reflection of his Dad’s accomplishments from the same institution. Peter is now Reine Dawe is 2019 Silver Cross mother. and potential. ENTERTAINMENT Tuesday, November 5, 2019 The Courier News & Publishing Page 11 HOROSCOPES CAPRICORN - December 22 - January 19 Capricorn, little financial uncertainty should compel you to take inventory or even revise spending habits. Unforseen circumstances can pop up. AQUARIUS - January 20 - February 18 You may feel confused about your current situation in life, Aquarius. This may be the case if you’re comparing yourself to others. You’re actually doing Crossword quite well. ACROSS underwater volcanoes PISCES - February 19 - March 20 1. Scottish tax 61. __ Lilly, drug company Pisces, innovative solutions are on the tip of your 5. Filled with horror 62. Not working tongue. You just need to organize your ideas to 11. Type of music 64. Alaska nursing board present them to others. 14. Variety act 65. Howl 15. Half-conscious state 66. Muslim ruler title ARIES - March 21 - April 19 16. Discontinued European 67. Famed arena Aries, you may be feeling sociable this week. Make money 68. Back again for more the most of opportunities to hang out with those 17. Formal declaration food people you prefer to spend time with regularly. 19. Shaft horsepower (abbr.) 69. Cheek TAURUS - April 20 - May 20 20. A way to express Your work will be a labor of love for someone special, concentration Taurus. Even though you are doing it for generous 21. Airline DOWN reasons, give yourself ample time to breathe and 22. Goes well with a carrot 1. Raccoonlike animal unwind. 23. Length of pant leg 2. Small 25. Mark with a cut 3. Separates GEMINI - May 21 - June 21 27. One who destroys 4. Parties Gemini, your routine offers you comfort this week, completely 5. Automated teller but you may want to find some way to veer off 31. Greek sophist machine course for a little bit. Who knows what waits around 34. Thomas Hobbes’s ‘De 6. One who earned his the bend? __’ degree CANCER - June 22 - July 22 35. Copyreads 7. Dislike prisoners 48. Resume Cancer, you may be worrying about things that 38. Talk 8. Flowering plant 31. Ottoman military 49. On a line at right angles are troubling you instead of enjoying time spent 39. Endangered 9. Nova __, province commander 50. Light up lamps with friends. Enjoy time with loved ones and your 41. Snag 10. Inhabited 32. ‘The Crow’ actress Ling 52. Part of the psyche troubles will subside. 42. Comedienne Tyler 11. Breathing 33. A way of lopping off 53. Leeward Island 44. Castrate a male animal 12. Partner to pains 36. Cigarette (slang) 54. 1960s counterculture LEO - July 23 - August 22 45. Taj Mahal site 13. Immature insects 37. Helps little firms activist Surround yourself with loved ones this week, Leo. 46. Tending to concede 18. The back 39. Member of small 57. Edible seaweed You will take away much joy from these interactions. 49. One who accepts 24. Heavy club discussion group 58. Imitator Do something fun and playful with siblings or 51. Albanian capital 26. Edible fish 40. Copyread 59. Look at and cousins. 55. Takes kids to school 28. Lament for the dead 43. V-shaped open trough comprehend 56. About Moon 29. Woody climbing plants 45. Pokes holes in 63. Root mean square VIRGO - August 23 - September 22 60. __ Seamounts: 30. Small rooms for 47. Beloved ‘Captain’ (abbr.) Virgo, you may feel the need to be responsible for others over the course of the next few days. They can probably handle themselves, but a little help never hurt. LIBRA - September 23 - October 22 Libra, if you have put a high level of trust into other people, you won’t be disappointed when they live up to all of your expectations. Take some time to thank them. SCORPIO - October 23 - November 21 Scorpio, you may feel a desire to be fully understood by others this week. But they can only understand you if you’re open and honest with them. Be more forthcoming. SAGITTARIUS - November 22 - December 21 Sagittarius, you are alert and inspired this week, and you may be on a quest to expand your social circle. Go to community events or other social activities in your area. SUDOKU

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JOANNA CALDER Delta aircraft from 8 Squadron, a photographic survey unit at Royal As Remembrance Day, November Canadian Air Force Station Rockcliffe, 11th, approaches, we honour those who in Ottawa, was tasked to reinforce anti- served in the Royal Canadian Air Force, submarine patrols along the coast and especially those who made the ultimate over the Atlantic Ocean. sacrifice. On August 27, six Deltas left Deep in the New Brunswick forest Rockcliffe, headed to Sydney in Cape lie pieces of metal wreckage, partly Breton to take on their new task. Delta covered in pine needles. They have No. 673 was piloted by Warrant Officer been there for 80 years. James Edgerton “Ted” Doan and his DND Nearby is a new granite monument mechanic was Corporal Dave Rennie. Monument marks where 1939 plane crash occurred. honouring the two Canadian airmen Delta 673 never reached Sydney. On in preparation for building a logging and honour their sacrifice. who died at the site—the first to lose September 14, after several delays due road. Although the aircrew’s remains J.D. Irving, Limited has protected their lives on Canadian soil during the to mechanical issues, Doan and Rennie had disappeared over the years, there the remote location, which is, essentially, Second World War. took off from Lac Mégantic, Quebec. was evidence they had not survived the airmen’s gravesite. The land is no Although Canada declared war Somewhere near Plaster Rock, New the crash. Some of the wreckage was longer available for logging or industrial on Germany on September 10, 1939, Brunswick, the aircraft disappeared. sent to the Canada Aviation and Space purposes. In 2017 the company cleared planning and preparation for the Despite intensive searches, the wreckage Museum in Ottawa. a logging road and trail into the site, conflict were well underway throughout and the crew were not found. On September 14, 80 years to the and erected an explanatory plaque. the summer. High on the priority list Nineteen years later, employees day after Doan and Ritchie lost their Now, a permanent granite monument was ensuring the protection of the East of J.D. Irving, Limited discovered lives, a small group journeyed to the has been placed at the crash site to Coast from enemy action. Northrop the wreckage as they surveyed land crash site to commemorate their lives commemorate the loss.

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