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A Multi-Role Rescue Boat Members of HMCS Harry DeWolf’s ship’s company trial their new Multi-Role Rescue Boat (MRRB) to enhance seamanship and navigation skills, on September 2, 2020. The boat’s primary role is rescue and tactical operations like supporting the Enhanced Boarding Party. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PUBLIC AFFAIRS 2 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 COVID Alert App – Do your part and download it today By DND

The recently launched COVID masks or face coverings when physi- public health authority for guidance. health-care provider. Alert app, developed and built by the cal distancing is not possible. If you are not in a location where The COVID Alert web page provides Government of Canada and available By advising people of possible ex- activation keys are provided, you will detailed information on the app, as for iOS and Android, is an additional posure to COVID-19, the COVID Alert not be able to use the app to trigger well as links to download it. public health preventive tool for Cana- app helps limit the spread of infec- notifications for others. However, no For CAF members dians to use to help limit the spread of tion and prevent future outbreaks by matter where you are, COVID Alert If you are diagnosed with COVID-19, COVID-19 and prevent future out- prompting individuals to self-monitor will still notify you if someone, for you will still need to be interviewed breaks, as well as protect themselves. for symptoms, perhaps get tested and, whom you were a potential high-risk by a contact tracer to ensure that As such, military and civilian mem- if they test positive, take measures to contact, was diagnosed with COVID-19 everyone who might be at risk is made bers of the Defence Team, as well as ensure they do not spread the virus and used an activation key them- aware. their friends and families, are strongly further. selves. CF Health Services Group is cur- encouraged to download and use the When a person is diagnosed with COVID Alert is built with strong rently working with the Canadian app on a voluntary basis. COVID-19, they are provided an acti- privacy protection and uses Blue- Digital Service, the federal govern- COVID Alert should be installed on vation key by a public health author- tooth to exchange random codes with ment’s app developer, to incorporate one device only, generally the one that ity to enter into their app. This will nearby phones with the app installed. the issuing of activation keys with you carry with you most frequently. allow the app to trigger a notification No personal identifying or location our COVID-19 diagnostic process. For most members, this will be their to all users of the app who could be information is ever exchanged or This process will be finalized in the personal device, but downloading it to high-risk close contacts of that person. made available to anyone. The app has near future and will be communicated Department of National Defence and This includes everyone who has been no way of knowing a user’s location, accordingly. In the meantime, CAF Canadian Armed Forces issued smart- within two metres for more than 15 name or address, phone contacts or members who receive COVID-19 test phones is permitted. minutes of the positive case in the past health information. results from civilian provincial labs COVID Alert complements existing two weeks. COVID Alert does not replace could receive activation keys when public health preventive measures If you are notified, this does not manual contact tracing by local public they are notified of their test result. such as maintaining good hand and re- necessarily mean you have COVID-19 health authorities, nor medical advice. spiratory hygiene, respecting physical or need to go into quarantine or isola- If you get sick, go home or stay home distancing, and wearing non-medical tion, but you should contact your local and contact your doctor or other

Greetings from Capt(N) Sean Williams, CFB Halifax Base Commander By DND

“Hello, CFB Halifax. It’s good to be home. I am incredibly humbled to have assumed command of Canada’s largest military base and to be part of a vibrant community at the heart of my home province.” – Capt(N) Sean Williams, the new CFB Halifax Base Commander. Read his full letter of introduction to the community here: https:// bit.ly/2EZkO91 ARIANE GUAY-JADAH, BASE PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 3

The Run the Rock team during their visit to Woody Point in 2019. Even with this year’s fundraiser being a virtual one, this small community has raised $13,000 for the Children’s Wish Foundation. SUBMITTED HMCS St. John’s Runs the Rock from home By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

The crew of HMCS St. John’s is in The duo have been going live each “They always work so hard to make when they work together,” said MS full swing with its annual charity evening at 6 p.m. (6:30 p.m. in New- this a positive experience, both for the Houston. relay run in support of the Children’s foundland) with updates on the team’s runners, and also by raising money More information on the event, in- Wish Foundation, and even though progress and for video chats with peo- for Children’s Wish. They’ve shown us cluding links to donate and the nightly Run the Rock 2020 looks a bit different ple connected to the program, includ- year after year how large of an impact Rock Talk show, can be found at than previous years, it’s importance ing families who have been granted even a small community can make http://facebook.com/runtherockNL. hasn’t changed. wishes from the foundation, as well as The initiative began nearly 25 years community members who normally ago, and the ship has raised more than get in-person visits from runners as $800,000 through that time, granting they make their way across the prov- wishes for countless children in New- ince. Crew members have also done foundland and Labrador and beyond. radio interviews in Newfoundland to This year, the fundraising total is promote the fundraiser, and continue already at $25,000 as the team contin- to search for innovative ways to get ues their virtual trek across the Rock. people’s attention and encourage do- The usual Run the Rock route sees the nations of the Children’s Wish Foun- crew travel from Port Aux Basque to dation Newfoundland and Labrador St. John’s, with about a dozen commu- Chapter. nity stops along the way. The 2020 ver- “Because we can’t be there in per- sion, happening digitally, will require son, we need to connect with people members to run the same distance any way we can. Social media is huge locally, logging their runs and posting for us this year. We’re going to keep photos and videos on social media to pushing our content out there because show their progress. it’s the only way we’ll be able to make “The weather isn’t perfect every this a success,” said Lt(N) Emily Lam- day, sometimes it’s cold or rainy, bert, St. John’s Executive Officer. but our sailors are doing a great job And the ship’s company aren’t the getting out there and getting their only ones who’ve kept their commit- kilometres each day. They’re dedicat- ment to Run the Rock through the ed, they’re motivating each other with COVID-19 pandemic, with the commu- their videos and pictures, and doing nities who regularly support the pro- great work,” said MS Frankie Gosse, gram stepping up once again this year. who has been co-hosting the team’s The small town of Woody Point, for HMCS St. John’s Run the Rock team members are tracking their distance and daily Rock Talk video stream on Face- example, has already made a $13,000 posting videos or selfies after their runs, like WO Bill Griffin, seen here. book along with MS Shauna Houston. contribution to this year’s run. SUBMITTED 4 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

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While at sea in the Baltic on Sep- individuals to provide their feed- tember 4, HMCS Toronto became the back online concerning the proposed first ship in the changes also inspired a healthy (RCN) with the privilege of promot- dialogue within the ship about our ing sailors at sea into the RCN’s new culture, who we are and what this rank titles. Our Commanding Officer, change, as well as others like it, mean Cdr Dargavel, promoted OS Joshua to the RCN moving forward. Sheppard to Sailor 2nd Class, AB Mi- HMCS Toronto is proud to be the chael Powers to Sailor 1st Class and first unit to officially recognize the LS Cara Vassallo to Master Sailor. new rank titles. These new rank The new rank changes were pro- titles: Sailor 3rd Class, Sailor 2nd posed to modernize the RCN’s rank Class, Sailor 1st Class and Master structure. Through an online survey, Sailor speak to our commitment the Royal Canadian Navy received of embracing the diverse nature of and reviewed 18,000 comments con- today’s Navy. These changes also cerning the proposed changes. The have the added benefit of aligning majority of the input came from the the English rank designations with From left: S1 Powers, MS Vassallo, and S2 Sheppard were recently promoted aboard themselves, who indi- the existing ranks in French. These HMCS Toronto, using the Royal Canadian Navy’s new rank designations. HMCS cated that the proposed rank changes changes came into effect on the 4th of Toronto currently is deployed to Op REASSURANCE. were indeed a welcome move. Within September. Congratulations to those SUBMITTED HMCS Toronto, the opportunity for promoted! 5 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

From left, outgoing Trinity Commanding Officer Cdr Corey Steiro, presiding officer Capt(N) Trevor MacLean, and incoming Trinity CO Cdr Rory Dolan at the Change of Com- mand ceremony held on September 4. S1 BRYAN UNDERWOOD, FIS New Trinity CO welcomed into complex work environment By Ryan Melanson Trident Staff

After three years at the head of type that we don’t have specific bility with allies. at Trinity now feels like a full-circle the RCN’s operational support and courses to prepare for.” “He used every possible resource moment. intelligence centre, Cdr Corey Steiro He provided a few examples of to its fullest extent, and developed “Coming back to Trinity, and com- is moving on. The outgoing Trinity those issues, including manning new ways to ensure our ships get the ing back to the Navy, is really the Commanding Officer officially hand- shortages, information management information they need, when they highlight of my career to this point. ed the reins to his successor, Cdr problems, potential criminal inves- need it.” For a Naval Intelligence Officer, Rory Dolan, during a small ceremo- tigations, and flooding within the Capt(N) MacLean also took the there’s no job more exciting than ny at Tribute Tower on September 4. unit’s building, all in an environ- occasion to welcome Cdr Dolan, his this one.” Cdr Steiro said his naval career ment of increasing demand for oper- wife Deborah, and his two sons back Cdr Dolan has spent recent weeks has reached heights he couldn’t have ational support. He said open com- to Halifax, after his most recent working with Cdr Steiro to get up to imagined when he first became a munication from the command level posting with CJOC in Ottawa. Cdr speed at Trinity and become famil- reservist in 1994 in Saskatoon. At down through the unit was key in Dolan is also a former Deputy Com- iar with the unit’s 260 employees, that time, he said, he had no idea overcoming those challenges while mandant of the CF School of Military its important operational support what Trinity was. Now, after leading getting buy-in from his people and Intelligence, and has served as an roles, and the relationships Trinity the unit, he describes it as the most advice from those with expertise. intelligence analyst at the Pentagon maintains with outside partners and complex organization in the RCN, “I can’t overstate the importance in Washington, DC, and as Chief of allies. responsible for analyzing sensitive of clear and transparent communica- Strategic Warning at NATO head- “This is a more diverse organiza- information and for maintaining tion, both up and down the chain as quarters in Brussels, Belgium. tion than I could have ever imagined, lines of communication with RCN well as with our external partners,” The new Commanding Officer, with locations, missions and man- and CAF colleagues, other Canadian he added. originally from Alberta, said he was dates all across North America. I government entities, and interna- Capt(N) Trevor MacLean, Chief of humbled and honoured to be step- can’t wait to get to work,” he said. tional allies. Staff for Maritime Component Com- ping into the role, and to be working While a small crowd of family and “The goal has always been to pro- mand, who presided over the ceremo- in Halifax for the first time since colleagues attended the ceremony vide the absolute best operational ny, described Cdr Steiro’s leadership 2006. He’s served in three different in person, it was also streamed live support, 24/7,” he said. as a force multiplier, and gave him countries and six different cities through Facebook for those who “And there’s been no shortage of credit for new initiatives at the unit since then, across a variety of intelli- wished to tune in from home. difficult issues along the way, the that have advanced RCN interopera- gence-based roles, and said arriving 6 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 WO Sandra Leaman, 12 Wing Air Person of the Year By Lt Leo Zhou, 12 Wing Public Affairs

“In the field, giving troops an extra big culture shock seeing all the damage. of work up training so we pretty much got a gold medal,” she says. “It was my box of glow sticks or baby wipes can Things like holes in the roofs of homes knew what to expect, I rode in the right first time in British Columbia and I was really make their day better,” says WO and burnt out cars in the ditch, it was seat of a supply truck to the first FOB, a in awe at how beautiful it was.” Sandra Leaman. “It’s very rewarding eye opening.” UH-60 Black Hawk to the second FOB, “My husband and I were posted to to be able to provide support to other In 2006, WO Leaman was promoted and a Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) to 14 Wing Greenwood in 2011, it was my members.” WO Leaman is a Supply to and began working at the third; riding in the Black Hawk was first introduction to the Air Force,” she Technician (Supply Tech) and the the Quarter Master shop for 2 Royal definitely cool.” The FOBs had facilities says. It was also the year WO Leaman’s Deputy Maritime Helicopter Logistics Canadian Regiment, responsible for such as modular tents, a field kitchen, daughter was born. In 2012 WO Lea- Officer at 12 Air Maintenance Squad- issuing and receiving weapons, am- and showers. “We would only shower man was promoted to ron. In this role she primarily supports munition and field equipment. She every couple of days because we never and in 2015 she was deployed to North the Helicopter Air Detachments (HE- went to Afghanistan from February to knew when or if the next supply convoy Sinai, Egypt as part of the Multination- LAIRDETS). “We ensure the HELAIR- August 2007 with the National Support would arrive with water, so having al Force and Observers on Operation DETS get things like spare parts since Element, where she was responsible baby wipes was great,” she says. “As for CALUMET for three months. “During COVID-19 started we’ve also been busy for high-priority orders. “I spent a lot food, we had cooks but out my time there, the posture changed and purchasing hand sanitizer, signs, and of time at the Forward Operating Bases we would eat rations.” things became more hostile,” she says, other items for 12 Wing.” (FOBs) and it was nice to be the main WO Leaman got married and had her “our camp was hit with mortars, IEDs On July 10, 2020, WO Leaman won Supply Tech at the FOBs,” she says. first son in 2008. In 2010 she was a part were being placed, and we had several the 12 Wing Shearwater Air Person “Close to 70 percent of my deployment of Operation PODIUM, the CAF’s con- stand-tos, and more insurgents were of the Year Award for her dedication was in the FOBs.” tribution to security at the 2010 Winter moving into the area.” The following and work ethic. Her chain of command Getting from place to place was Olympics in Vancouver. “I was very year she was promoted to Sergeant and describes her as, “A team player who especially challenging in Afghanistan. fortunate to be able to go down to Van- returned to the Sinai from October 2017 always volunteers time for her unit.” “When riding in the convoys our senses couver quite often, I got to see the rings to April 2018. “The second time things From volunteering for deployments were always heightened, we did a year in the harbour turn gold when Canada were much more relaxed, we were in and Flag Parties to coordinating unit South Sinai this time around.” morale events, WO Leaman’s expertise In July 2018, WO Leaman was posted and willingness to do more was recog- to 12 Wing and deployed to CFS Alert nized at the wing’s annual Honours and for a month in the spring of 2019. “It Awards ceremony at the Sea King Club. was always on my bucket list so I saw Originally from Cow Bay, Nova everything I could while up there,” Scotia, WO Leaman joined the Canadi- she says. Later that year, WO Leaman an Army in 2002 at the age of 17. “I had assisted with Exercise CUTLASS FURY no family in the military and actually and immediately after was off to France went to the recruiting centre because on a C-17 to hand deliver high-priority of a friend from high school,” she says. materials to the deployed Cyclone HE- “Her parents wanted her to join and she LAIRDET in HMCS Halifax. “During agreed to speak to a recruiter if I came CUTLASS FURY my boss asked if I with her, we both ended up joining.” was interested and not being one to shy After trade training at CFB Borden, away from trying new things, I took the WO Leaman was posted to CFB Gage- tasking.” town in July 2003 where she handled When asked how she gets to do so kit receipts and issues at Base Supply. many cool things at work, she says: In January 2004 she was deployed to “The first thing I tell people is to look Bosnia for three months. “Canada for the positives of every opportunity. was pulling out at the time and when When they’re looking for volunteers, I went over, we were starting to tear always put your hand up and see the stuff down,” she says. “When going world. Whether it’s a parade, or a task- out we didn’t need to be fully kitted out WO Sandra Leaman, a supply technician of 12 Air Maintenance Squadron, at 12 Wing ing, you never know what it will be like because most of the fighting had ended, Shearwater on August 10, 2020. until you go, so always volunteer.” though being a small town girl, it was a AVIATOR JACLYN BUELL, 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES.

WO Sandra Leaman in front of a United States Army Black Hawk helicopter during WO Sandra Leaman, with the 12 Wing WO Leaman as a member of the Colour her deployment to Afghanistan in February 2007. Shearwater Air Person of the Year Party at the Wing Change of Command SUBMITTED Award on August 31, 2020. Ceremony at 12 Wing Shearwater on July LS LAURANCE CLARKE, 18, 2019. 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES AVIATOR OLIVIA MAINVILLE, 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES 7 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

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HMC Ships Regina and Winnipeg international order,” said Lt(N) Mike so any opportunity to plan and exe- were off the coast of Hawaii recently, Vanderveer, Weapons Officer on cute exercises with combined forces participating in Exercise Rim of the board Regina. “This engagement not increases our skills, proficiency, Pacific (RIMPAC) 2020, the largest only proved the technical readiness of and overall capability,” says Lt(N) maritime exercise in the world. Regina and the Royal Canadian Navy, Vanderveer. The purpose of this exercise was to but provided an opportunity to focus This is the latest Sink Exercise con- provide an opportunity for sailors to on the application of force in coor- ducted by the Royal Canadian Navy gain experience working with inter- dinated kinetic action with partner (RCN) at RIMPAC. At RIMPAC 2018, national forces, practicing group and nations.” HMCS Ottawa participated in a SINK- task force tactics, and using important The weapons system Regina used for EX using the same weapon system equipment and weaponry. this exercise was the RGM-84 Harpoon with great success. The crew of Regina participated in Surface-to-Surface Missile (SSM), Proficiency with this system is a sinking exercise, or SINKEX, on Au- which is an all-weather, over-the-hori- imperative for RCN frigates as it pro- gust 29. A SINKEX occurs when an en- zon, anti-ship missile used by most vides the ship’s commanding officer vironmentally clean, decommissioned NATO member states. the ability to address threats from hulk is purposefully sunk to provide a The missile is launched from a over the horizon, while maintaining HMCS Regina fires two Harpoon Surface unique opportunity to improve coali- platform situated on the ship. It has a distance that provides increased to Surface missiles in the Pacific Range tion partners’ warfare readiness. the ability to travel at high subsonic safety for the ship and crew. Facility Barking Sands, off the coast of “With an ever-changing and com- speeds and skims across the surface Hawaii while participating in RIMPAC plex global environment, inter-op- of the water to lower the chances of 2020, August 29, 2020. erability with partner nations is interception by air defence systems. MS Dan Bard, essential to maintain the rules-based “It is a difficult and perishable skill, Canadian Forces Combat Camera CF Photo

Security never takes a break – vigilance! By the Director General Defence Security (DGDS), CAF

So when it comes to security, vigi- To help ensure Defence Team mem- renewed focus on IT security vigilance Take the first step to help the Defence lance is key. bers are continually informed about takes into account that the COVID-19 Team become more secure, and check Following guidelines and best prac- the departmental security policies, pandemic has dramatically altered out this infographic about O365 that tices is an absolute must if we want to procedures, and best practices, DGDS shifted the way we work. Many DND includes some easy tips on how to adopt prevent security incidents or hacks has launched a new security awareness employees and CAF members are now cyber security best practices. to our systems. Letting your security campaign which will target a different working remotely and using new tools Stay informed. Stay vigilant! And guard down, even for a moment, can security subject each month. The high- like Defence O365 to conduct business. keep an eye out on the weekly Defence have serious consequences. The Depart- light of the campaign will be Security With this in mind, we all need to stay Team email for infographics, articles, ment of National Defence (DND) and Awareness Week (SAW) “Working informed and be aware of potential IT videos and more that will help turn you the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) as- Remotely - The New Security Reality” security vulnerabilities and have the into an experienced security practi- sets, devices, network and information in February. knowledge to prevent a security inci- tioner! can be compromised and this includes To counter growing information dent from occurring. The goal is simple In addition, all Defence Team mem- the personal safety and privacy of our security vulnerabilities while person- - help increase IT security knowledge bers are encouraged to visit the Defence military and civilian members. nel work remotely, DGDS will start and reinforce good security practices Team COVID-19 web page on Canada. Sound daunting? Have no fear – the this campaign in September 2020 and for all Defence Team members, espe- ca for the latest on working remotely, Director General Defence Security kick off the campaign with a focus on cially personnel working remotely business resumption planning, mental (DGDS) is here to help you stay vigi- enhancing IT security and security of with sensitive, protected, and classified health and wellness, and much more. lant! information for working remotely. This information. 9 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

La Sécurité ne prend jamais de pause – Vigilance ! By the Director General Defence Security (DGDS), CAF

Ainsi, en matière de sécurité, la ellement informés des politiques, des la pandémie du COVID-19 a radicale- l’Équipe de la Défense à devenir plus vigilance est essentielle. procédures et des meilleures pratiques ment changé notre façon de travailler. sécuritaire et consultez cette infog- Le respect des directives et des de sécurité du Ministère, le DGSD a De nombreux employés du MDN et raphie sur l’O365 qui comprend des meilleures pratiques est une nécessité lancé une nouvelle campagne de sen- membres des FAC travaillent mainte- conseils simples sur la façon d’adopter indispensable si nous voulons éviter sibilisation à la sécurité qui ciblera nant à distance et utilisent de nou- de meilleures pratiques en matière de des incidents de sécurité ou le pirat- un sujet de sécurité différent chaque veaux outils, tels que Défense O365, sécurité cybernétique. age de nos systèmes. Laisser tomber mois. Cette campagne culminera lors afin de continuer s’acquitter de leurs Restez informé. Restez vigilant ! nos réflexes en matière de sécurité, de la semaine de sensibilisation à la fonctions. Et gardez un œil sur les courriels même pour un instant, peut avoir de sécurité (SSS) qui aura lieu en février Nous devons donc tous être in- hebdomadaires de l’Équipe de la graves conséquences. Les actifs, les avec un terme central qui est «Travail- formés et conscients des vulnérabilités Défense pour des infographies, des appareils, le réseau et les informations ler à distance - La nouvelle réalité de de sécurité informatique potentielles articles, des vidéos et plus encore, qui du ministère de la Défense nationale la sécurité». et acquérir les connaissances néces- vous aideront à devenir chevronné en (MDN) et des Forces armées cana- Pour contrer les vulnérabilités saires pour empêcher qu’un incident sécurité! diennes (FAC) peuvent être compro- croissantes de la sécurité des infor- de sécurité ne se produise. L’objectif De plus, tous les membres de l’Équi- mis, y compris la sécurité personnelle mations liées au travail à distance, est simple : contribuer à accroître nos pe de la Défense sont encouragés à et la vie privée de nos membres mili- le DGSD lancera cette nouvelle cam- connaissances en matière de sécurité visiter la page Web de l’Équipe de la taires et civiles. pagne en septembre 2020, en mettant informatique ainsi que renforcer les Défense – COVID-19 de la Défense sur Cela semble intimidant ? N’ayez l’accent sur l’amélioration de la bonnes pratiques de sécurité pour tous Canada.ca pour obtenir les dernières crainte, le Directeur général - Sécurité sécurité informatique et la sécurité les membres de l’Équipe de la Défense, nouvelles sur le travail à distance, la de la défense (DGSD) est là pour vous des informations lors du travail à en particulier le personnel travaillant planification de la reprise des activ- aider à rester vigilant! distance. Cette attention renouvelée à distance avec des informations sen- ités, la santé mentale ainsi que le Pour s’assurer que les membres de sur la vigilance en matière de sécurité sibles, protégées et classifiées. bien-être et bien plus encore. l’Équipe de la Défense sont continu- informatique tient compte du fait que Faites le premier pas pour aider

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The group of students who took part in a recent Ship’s Team Diver course held at Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic). MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA New crop of Ship’s Team Divers graduate at FDU(A) By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

After an extended pause due to same time, and so on. Students also ular concern to RCN divers because selection process and Clearance Diver COVID-19 restrictions, courses and wore face coverings for the majority of potential career implications, Lt(N) career courses. training have resumed at the Royal of the time, including during dive MacLeod said, explaining that the unit “It’s a bit more manning intensive Canadian Navy’s diving units. checks, right up to the point before has gone all out in developing a new to run a course now, and there’s some A Ship’s Team Diver course, the entering the water. culture focused on safety and miti- quarantine that comes into play if stu- first of its kind since courses were Due to reports that COVID-19 infec- gating risk of contracting the virus. dents come from outside the bubble, so cancelled back in March, was recently tion can lead to lasting lung damage The same types of changes are also it’s a new norm. But as I explained to held at Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic), in some people, the illness is of partic- being implemented as part of FDU(A)’s the students, we adapt and we over- with 11 candidates successfully com- come – this is the way we’ll be doing pleting the difficult six-week test of things for the foreseeable future.” physical and mental ability. Now that The first new group of Ship’s Team the process for running the course Divers finished their course during in the pandemic environment has the first week of September, and Lt(N) been established and tested, the team MacLeod said he was impressed with is ready to keep going, and the next the progress students made through group of students will start in early the course. It’s an extremely difficult October, noted FDU(A) training officer training process, with a pass rate of Lt(N) Andrew MacLeod. about 60 percent. “It was a daunting process at the “There’s always an aggregated risk start to try to weave this all together, in diving. For us to simulate that, get all our dive training in, and com- and to simulate the pressure, we need ply with all of the provincial regula- to stress people out and take them tions. We spent four or five weeks, me outside of their comfort zones. We do and my staff, combing through every- that physically and mentally as well,” thing and determining how we would he added. make this happen,” he said. “People learn things about them- A number of changes were required. selves. They’re tougher and more With 20 students enrolled, instructors confident when they leave us.” were forced to split the group in two to For information on how to become stay within the limits for gatherings, a Ship’s Team Diver, visit the FDU(A) meaning students had to learn sep- page on the Defence Team Intranet arately, eat meals at separate times, One of the students on course prepares to plunge into the water during diving exercises. and consult with your Chain of Com- avoid being in locker rooms at the MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA mand. TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 11 Key events of the : September By CPO1 (ret’d) Pat Devenish, Canadian Naval Memorial Trust

September 3, 1939 - For Canada, ing of over 60 ships. U-501 becomes September 6, 1942 - The Canadi- U-175 with the loss of six crewmem- and the people of Canada, World War the first German submarine sunk an merchantman John A. Holloway bers. II, or more specifically, the Battle of by a Canadian . A boarding is torpedoed and sunk by U-164 just the Atlantic, began in the evening party attempts to search U-501 for north of the Dutch Antilles, with the September 19, 1943 - A Consol- hours of September 3rd, 1939 with cipher codes, but 11 of the U-boat’s loss of one of her crew. idated B-24 Liberator from RCAF the sinking of the British passenger crew remain on board scuttling No.10 Squadron sinks U-341 south- liner SS Athenia just north of Ire- her and taking one crewmember of September 7, 1942 - While es- west of , proving the gap land at the hands of the German sub- Chambly’s boarding party with her. corting convoy QS-33 up the St. between Newfoundland and Iceland marine U-30. Of the 1300 passengers, This is one of the earliest recorded Lawrence River to the open sea, is closed, allowing for submarine 113 lost their lives including four Ca- attempts by the Allies to secure Ger- the Armed Yacht HMCS Raccoon surveillance from the air throughout nadians. One of these, a 10-year-old man naval encryption equipment. is struck by a from U-165. a convoy’s entire voyage. By wars girl from Hamilton named There are no survivors. In all, 22 end, the RCAF takes on 148 Libera- Margaret Hayworth, would be touted September 16, 1941 - The first merchant vessels are lost in the Gulf tors for the sole purpose of anti-sub- symbolically as Canada’s first war convoy bound for England to be es- of St. Lawrence. It is later on in the marine patrols over the precious casualty. Though Canada was now corted by a US Naval Task Force de- month that the Canadian govern- North Atlantic convoy routes with officially on a war footing, it would parts Halifax. From this day onward ment opts to close the St. Lawrence No. 11 Squadron out of RCAF Station be another week, until a formal all convoys departing Halifax will to overseas shipping initiating Dartmouth and No. 10 out of Gander, declaration of war would come out of maintain a US escort to mid-Atlantic major rail routes to eastern ports in Newfoundland. Ottawa. with the RCN taking over convoys both the United States and Canada. departing Sydney, to the It is not until after the war that the September 20, 1943 - The first September 16, 1939 - Convoy HX- mid-Atlantic. RN escorts will take Canadian public becomes aware of victim of a German acoustic torpedo 1, under escort from HMC ships St over from this mid-ocean meeting the severity of shipping and materi- is HMCS St. Croix, sunk by U-305 Laurent and Saguenay departs Hali- point. al losses in this area of the world. southeast of Greenland. By the fax for Britain. This convoy compris- time the convoy reaches Liverpool, es the first 18 merchant ships of over September 19, 1941 - While September 11, 1942 - After escort- just one survivor of the crew of 149 25,000 that would sail the Atlantic escorting convoy SC-44, in the ing 11 convoys between North Syd- survives after HMS Itchen, assigned under RCN escort. early morning hours, the corvette ney and City, on the morn- to pick up survivors, is herself sunk HMCS Levis is struck by a torpe- ing of September 11th, 1942, within two days later. The German Navy’s September 6, 1940 - HMS Diana, do, port side, forward of the bridge sight of the residents of Cap-Chat first use of the ‘Gnat’ would bring a British , is recommis- fired from U-74 off the east coast of QC, HMCS Charlottetown is struck weeks more of seemingly defenseless sioned as HMCS Margaree after a Greenland. Survivors are picked starboard side by two torpedoes attacks on Allied shipping. However lengthy refit at the Albert Docks in up by sister ships HMCS Mayflower from U517. In less than four minutes, in less than three weeks the Allies London, England. This is to replace and HMCS Agassiz, but Levis loses Charlottetown sinks with her own would devise cat-gear, a noisemaker the loss of HMCS Fraser, sunk off 18 of her crew. Taken into tow by depth charges exploding as the ship towed behind a ship mimicking a the Brittany coast in a collision with Mayflower, she sank later that same descends. Miraculously, only 10 of ship and thus decoying the gnat. a British freighter back in June. afternoon. A River class frigate the crew perish and HMCS Clayo- launched in Lauzon, QC and com- quot picks up 55 of the corvette’s September 21, 1943 - In an unfor- September 15, 1940 - Lagging missioned in July 1944 would again survivors. tunate accident, one crewmember behind convoy SC-3 independently carry the proud Levis name. of HMCS Chedabucto dies when the due to engine troubles, the Canadian September 13, 1942 - HMCS sinks after colliding merchantman Kenordoc is torpedoed September 1, 1942 - As part of Ottawa is cut in two and sinks after with the cable layer Lord Kelvin southeast of Iceland with just 13 of the Mid Ocean Escort Force Escort being attacked by U-91 in the mid-At- west of Rimouski, Quebec. her crew of 20 surviving. Group C2, the corvette HMCS Mor- lantic. HMCS St. Croix conducts den relentlessly depth charges a sub- attacks, while two cor- September 1, 1944 - Frigates September 24, 1940 - As part of marine south of Iceland. It would not vettes pick up just 65 survivors from HMCS St. John and HMCS Swansea a lend-lease agreement between the be until a review of records in the a crew of 179. During the months of sink U-247 at Lands End off En- United States and Britain, eight of late 1980’s that U-756 was confirmed 1942, German U-boats operating in gland’s southern coast in what may the 50 World War I-vintage flush sunk. the North Atlantic increased from have been one of the longest battles deck turned over to the 91 to more than 212. In the upcom- with a single U Boat at 24 hours. from the US Navy are September 2, 1942 - U-517, operat- ing months, 119 merchantmen are commissioned into the Royal Cana- ing off the southern Labrador coast, sent to the bottom of the Atlantic. September 3, 1944 - With the loss dian Navy. They become HMC Ships stumbles upon two convoys; one In March of 1943, the United States of 14 of her crew, the Newfoundland Annapolis, Columbia, Hamilton, bound to Montreal from Goose Bay Navy would host the Atlantic Con- registered merchantman Livingston Niagara, Buxton, St. Clair, St. Croix and the other running from Goose voy Conference in Washington in is torpedoed and sunk by U-541 off and St. Francis. Bay to Montreal. Although the cor- order to reassess convoy priorities. Cape Breton Island. vette HMCS Shawinigan attempts to Almost 80% of all merchantmen lost September 25, 1940 - Attempting chase off the submarine, the small in 1943 would be under RCN escort, September 9, 1944 - HMC Ships to run the blockade at Manzanillo, Canadian steamer Donald Stewart and though this was the area of high- Dunver and Hespeler, in conjunction Mexico, the German merchantman goes down during the night after est convoy traffic volume, the RCN with an RCAF Short Sunderland Weser is captured by HMCS Prince three torpedoes pierce her hull. was deemed by the U.S. Navy as ‘... a from 423, sink U-484 in the Irish Sea. Robert. small part of their own fleet.’ None- September 5, 1942 - Realizing theless, by 1944 the RCN would be September 14, 1944 - Landing September 10, 1941 - HMCS their ship has become a target for an escorting all North Atlantic convoys ships HMCS Prince David and HMCS Moose Jaw, a Flower Class corvette unseen U-boat, the crew of the Cana- and in just four years would be the Prince Henry participate in the liber- in company with HMC Ships Cham- dian merchantman Lord Strathcona 3rd largest Allied Navy. ation of the Greek island of Kithera. bly, Orillia, Kenogami and Albernia abandons ship just before torpedoes Over the coming days, both ships rams U-501 when it surfaces after a pierce her hull while lying at anchor September 18, 1942 - The Cana- would play a major role in the liber- depth charge attack. The ships had off Conception Bay, Newfoundland. dian merchantman Norfolk is torpe- ation of the remainder of the Aegean been escorting convoy SC-42 consist- doed and sunk off British Guyana by islands. 12 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

HMCS St. Croix SUBMITTED The sinking of HMCS St Croix By CPO1 (ret’d) Pat Devenish, Canadian Naval Memorial Trust

Many stories of our Navy’s history diately transferred to the RCN. their submarines. On September 16, St Polyanthus as well. Itchen, forced to are kept hidden until someone brings USS McCook was recommissioned Croix was called to aid a large convoy call off rescue operations returned them to the forefront, and though this into the RCN as HMCS St Croix on Sep- actually composed of two combined the next morning on the 21st picking story has been told in several books, tember 24, 1940. The RN had christened convoys; ONS 18 and ON 202 heading up 81 of St Croix’s crew as well as one we still need to be reminded on oc- these vessels as the Town class but the east. Two days out of the Bay of Biscay from Polyanthus. The following day, casion of the sacrifices of those who norm for the RCN at the time was for and for three days following, this con- September 22, HMS Itchen herself was came before us. Such is the story of the destroyers to be named for Rivers. In voy was at the mercy of a U-boat pack torpedoed by U-666 with only three Town class destroyer HMCS St Croix, an effort to satisfy both requirements, of no less than 19 German submarines. men rescued; two of Itchen’s crew and which was in service with the Royal these vessels carried the names of In the end, three escorts, six merchant one from St Croix’s. Canadian Navy (RCN) from September towns/rivers bordering the United ships and three submarines and their Is the story of Convoy ON 202/ONS of 1940 until her loss in the cold and States and Canada; hence names like crews would be lost. 18 typical of Atlantic crossings? No, unforgiving North Atlantic in Septem- St Croix, Niagara, St Claire, Columbia, Early in the day of September 20, St it is not. Many convoys made cross- ber of 1943. and St Francis to name a few. Croix was the first to be hit when she ings without ever even sighting the HMCS St Croix started life as USS St Croix began escort duties with took three torpedoes to her stern from enemy. There are cases where escorts McCook; a Clemson class destroyer in the RCN in March of 1941, joining the U-305. As another escort in the group, plying the North Atlantic over the 5 service with the Newfoundland Escort Force escorting the RN corvette HMS Polyanthus was years of war that were never witness (USN) following the First World War. convoys from St John’s, Newfound- acting as a screen, the RN frigate HMS to the carnage that could have befallen In 1939 the United States had not en- land to Reykjavik, Iceland where the Itchen conducted rescue operations. them…and that is the key; could have. tered into World War Two yet, and her Royal Navy took over. The following Unfortunately the sight of two vessels Young men sailed day after day, month President, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, year, escort vessels remained with stationary in the water was too tempt- after month, year after year where the had confided in British Prime Minis- their charges for the entire trip and ing a target for the Captain of U-952 threat of death was constant, always ter Winston Churchill his desire for the force was renamed the Mid-Ocean and the submarine was able to sneak willing, always ready – Ready, Aye, the United States to assist the British Escort Force, which extended its ter- in at relatively close range, sinking Ready. Commonwealth in their struggles in minus to Londonderry, Northern Ire- Europe without breaking any rules land. In July of 1942 while part of the involving the neutrality of the United escorting force with convoy ON 127, States at that time. Among many other St Croix was credited with the sinking clever ruses to get equipment to aid in of German submarine U-90 while the the fight, the United States and Britain convoy lost two merchant ships with a signed a Lend-Lease agreement in late third damaged. In March of 1943, while 1940. This agreement, among other enroute to , she shared in the things, saw 50 post-World War One sinking of U-87 with the Canadian cor- destroyers reactivated in the USN and vette HMCS Shediac. By May of 1943 transferred to the Royal Navy (RN) in the Battle of the Atlantic had turned in exchange for 50-year leases at various favour of the Allies. Commonwealth military bases and sta- In September 1943 however, Germa- tions around the globe. USS McCook, ny began a new, more aggressive of- Originally launched as USS McCook of the US Navy, HMCS St. Croix was commis- along with six other (and later nine fensive with new tactics and advanced sioned into the Royal Canadian Navy in 1940. more) of these destroyers were imme- weapons and sensor equipment on SUBMITTED 13 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

2020 CANADIAN NAVAL Naval Captain MEMORIAL TRUST Bill Wilson Essay Competition Scholarship

Th e Naval Association of Canada - Calgary Branch is Canadian Naval Review will be holding its annual pleased to announce the Naval Captain Bill Wilson essay competition again in 2020. Th ere will be a Scholarship. Th e scholarship is designed to encour- prize of $1,000 for the best essay, provided by the age academic study of matters relating to maritime Canadian Naval Memorial Trust. Th e winning es- security and defence. It will be awarded for the fi rst say will be published in CNR. (Other non-winning time in 2020. essays will also be considered for publication, sub- Face of Base: ject to editorial review.) Th e $5,000 scholarship is available to a Canadian Elizabethstudent who is applying Sharpe to, or is enrolled in, a Mas- ters program in military and strategic studies for the Essays submitted to the contest should relate to the fol- We are thrilled to introduce you to a new #FaceofBaseHFX: Elizabeth Sharpe. academic year 2020-2021. lowing topics: Elizabeth is a third-year Public Relations student at Mount Saint Vincent Uni- versity and worked as the CFB Halifax Public Affairs Intern from May to August 2020.For Hailinginformation from the on rural how Nova to apply,Scotia communitycontact Jeff of Gilm-Scotsburn, she did an • Canadian maritime security; incredibleour at jeff job [email protected] supporting the Base PA. team despite working remotely due to the • Canadian naval policy; COVID-19 pandemic. While integrating a new work environment is never easy, doing so during a global pandemic has its own unique set of challenges. Elizabeth • Canadian naval issues; adapted to this new reality quickly, rising to the occasion and exemplifying what • Canadian naval operations; we already knew: that our CFB Halifax Students are some of our greatest assets • History/historical operations here on Base. Thank you, Elizabeth, for your dedication and passion you brought to the job each and every day. Bravo Zulu! of the Canadian Navy; Battle of the Atlantic • Global maritime issues (such as piracy, smuggling, fi shing, environment); Gala • Canadian oceans policy and issues; • Arctic maritime issues; • Maritime transport and shipping. Every spring we remember the Battle of the Atlantic, the longest continuous military campaign in the Sec- If you have any questions about a particular topic, con- ond World War. tact [email protected] Save the date. On Th ursday, 30 April 2020, the Na- val Association of Canada will host the Battle of the Contest Guidelines and Judging Atlantic Gala Dinner. It will be held in Ottawa at the • Submissions for the 2020 CNR essay competi- Canadian War Museum. On Friday, 1 May, NAC will tion must be received at cnrcoord@icloud. hold a national conference. com by Wednesday, 30 September 2020. • Submissions are not to exceed 3,000 words For information about the gala and the conference, (excluding references). Longer submissions Facesee the NAC of website Base: (https://www.navalassoc.ca ). will be penalized in the adjudication process. • Submissions cannot have been Genevieve Babineau published elsewhere. Here is another great #FaceofBaseHFX:So you don't Genevieve miss Babineau. Genevieve is an • All submissions must be in electronic for- Administration and Project Officer with Royal Canadian Navy Translation Ser- mat and any accompanying photographs, vices. Managing a team of amazingany oftranslators the action, working across the country from images, or other graphics and tables must our CFB Halifax headquarters,make Genevieve sure provides you follow an assortment of translation supports and services to the RCN to ensure its communications, from coast to also be included as a separate fi le. coast, are always available in usboth on English Twitter, and French.@ Canada’s official languag- es are key elements of our public service: they are a strength that makes our in- Th e essays will be assessed by a panel of judges on stitutions uniquely Canadian.CdnNavalReview Every day, the RCN Translation team proves to be the basis of a number of criteria including readability, an invaluable resource to the CFB Halifax community, providing both urgent and routine services to various units that require translation assistance. A French breadth, importance, accessibility and relevance. Th e Acadian born in Quebec and raised in New Brunswick, Genevieve loves her work decision of the judges is fi nal. All authors will be noti- withAnd the check RCN Translationout Broadsides team., our “Joining online thediscussion team just forum felt right - it gave me a greater sense of purpose and allowed me the opportunity to work in my first lan- fi ed of the judges’ decision within two months of the guage.”www.navalreview.ca/broadsides-discussion-forum What does she like most about working at CFB Halifax while supporting submission deadline. members across the RCN? The incredibly rich history, dedicated military service and the amazing CAF and RCN communities she serves. Thank you, Genevieve, for supporting our Defence Team and for helping us to communicate in both offi- cial languages, no matter how challenging our requests. Bravo Zulu! TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 14 New $2 coin celebrates 75th anniversary of end of Second World War By Peter Mallett, The Lookout Staff

Royal Canadian Mint $2 circulation World War is a fitting tribute to their The $2 circulation coin is inspired businesses replenish their inventories coin celebrates 75th anniversary of the legacy of bravery, of service, and of by the 1943-45 Victory Nickels de- of $2 coins. allied victory that ended the Second tremendous sacrifice. They have our signed by Thomas Shingles. The V for The Mint is adding to this historic World War enduring thanks, and I hope we can Victory on the inner core of the new commemoration by offering related The Royal Canadian Mint has all live up to that legacy as this coin toonie was, at the time, a rallying call collector products. There are 15,000 launched a $2 circulation coin celebrat- changes hands from one generation to to support the war effort from coast coloured and 5,000 uncoloured lim- ing the 75th anniversary of the end of the next.” to coast to coast. The letter is overlaid ited-edition special wrap rolls of 25 the Second World War and the Canadi- with a flaming torch and flanked by uncirculated coins each, retailing for ans who defeated enemies of freedom maple leaves over the dates 1945 and $79.95. Customers may also purchase after six long years of service on the 2020. a collector keepsake set featuring both battlefield and on the home front. The words VICTORY and VICTOIRE versions of the commemorative circu- Symbolic of that heroic accomplish- appear on the outer ring, as does a lation coin, packaged with uncirculat- ment, a V for Victory figures promi- message engraved in Morse code. “We ed versions of our 2020 classic circula- nently on this new commemorative win when we work willingly” and “La tion coins (5-cent to $1). It retails for coin unveiled on the Mint’s YouTube bonne volonté est gage de victoire” $22.95 and its mintage is set at 100,000. channel. first appeared on wartime Victory These collectibles may be by contact- “For nearly six years, Canadians Nickels. The obverse features the ing the Mint at 1-800-267-1871 in Cana- serving in uniform or chipping in at effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, da, 1-800-268-6468 in the U.S., or online home played a vital role in achieving designed by Canadian artist Susanna at www.mint.ca/victory. They are also a hard-won peace,” said Lawrence Ma- Blunt in 2003. available at the Royal Canadian Mint’s cAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs The Royal Canadian Mint has launched Limited to a mintage of three million Winnipeg boutique, as well as through and Associate Minister of National a $2 circulation coin celebrating the 75th coins, two million will feature colour. the Mint’s global network of dealers Defence. “The Royal Canadian Mint’s anniversary of the end of the Second The new $2 coin is now entering gen- and distributors, including participat- circulation coin issued on the 75th World War. eral circulation. Canadians will find it ing Canada Post outlets. anniversary of the end of the Second SUBMITTED in their change as bank branches and

Fish tacos Hodge podge By Jamie MacMillan, Cook, Juno Catering By Ed Keating, Cook, Juno Catering

Enjoy the last of summer with some fresh fish in a tradi- This traditional Nova Scotian dish is a delightful way to incorporate fresh seasonal ingredients tional Nova Scotia fish taco. for a simple-to-make but delicious one-pot meal.

INGREDIENTS: INGREDIENTS: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 6 medium potatoes, quartered, with skin 1 cup peas 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 sliced onion 2-4 Tbsp butter 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 cup carrots cut bite size ¼ cup cream 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cayenne 1 cup green beans cut in half Salt and pepper 1 egg pepper 1 cup yellow beans cut in half 1 cup beer 1 quart oil for frying 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1 pound cod fillets, cut into DIRECTIONS: 1/2 cup mayonnase 2- 3 ounce portions Cook potatoes and onions in salted water for 10 minutes until half cooked. 1 lime, juiced 1 (12 ounce) pkg corn tortillas 1 jalapeno pepper, minced 1/2 medium head cabbage, Add remaining vegetables, cook until tender then drain 1 teaspoon minced capers finely shredded Add butter, cream and season with salt and pepper to taste and toss to mix. DIRECTIONS: To make beer batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, corn- starch, baking powder, and salt. Blend egg and beer, then quickly stir into the flour mixture (donít worry about a few lumps).

To make white sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together Business resumption yogurt and mayonnaise. Gradually stir in fresh lime juice until consistency is slightly runny. Season with jalapeno, capers, oregano, cumin, dill, and cayenne. at CFB Halifax

Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). September 8 marked the initiation of the next stage of our local Business Resumption Plan (BRP). We encourage CFB Hali- Dust fish pieces lightly with flour. Dip into beer batter, and fax Defence Team members, both military and civilian, to read fry until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. and become familiar with the Base Commander’s new statement Lightly fry tortillas; not too crisp. regarding business resumption on Base, public health measures, flexible work arrangements, resources for parents and mental To serve, place fried fish in a tortilla, and top with shredded health supports https://bit.ly/31WLEHT cabbage, and white sauce. TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 15 Aqua fitness - Part I By Ashley Blanchard, PSP Aquatics Coordinator of Shearwater Fitness, Sports & Recreation Centre

I already know what many of you on resistance and endurance training. the shallow end at chest-depth. Either their limits without overheating. are picturing... little ladies strolling Movements are ideally performed in way, water running can be performed Water aerobics, running and cycling through the water discussing the latest chest depth water, which means that by travelling across the pool or in are just a few of the many ways to get gossip or weather forecast. Firstly, the any movement in any direction has place. This is ideal for anyone looking in or stay in shape in the pool. These women and men in my class rock the resistance. This extra resistance makes for a great cardiovascular workout are fun total-body workouts that do not challenging moves I throw at them. muscles work harder without adding without the added stress on joints, require any swimming skills. Partic- Secondly...NEWS FLASH... water aero- too much stress on the heart. Typical ligaments, bones and muscles. When ipants do not even have to be well-co- bics was never reserved for our won- movements range from jumping jacks, performed at a high intensity, water ordinated to follow the choreography derful older adult population. I am here skiing, power kicks and squats to running can burn up to 17 calories per - they simply have to keep moving to today to challenge your views on one of abdominal crunches, bicep curls and minute due to the extra effort required the music! Participants are also always my favourite training methods. chest flys. The possibilities are endless; to move forward in comparison to regu- encouraged to work at their own paces. Water aerobics, or aqua fitness, actual- many instructors also add kickbox- lar running - water is thicker than air. Please check out the below videos for ly includes a variety of classes that uti- ing to their workout plans. Classes The final class to discover this week is more information. lizes different types of equipment and can be modified to a lower intensity, aqua-cycling, also known as aqua-spin- I look forward to making a splash movements - there is a truly a class for or ramped up to a HIIT workout for ning or Hydrorider. The class utilizes with you at the Shearwater pool in the every age and gender. Still, I often hear either shallow or deep water exercises. special stationary bikes, equipped with future! comments, such as “Ashley, c’mon Hand paddles or ankle weights can be paddles on either a spinning wheel or Water Aerobics - there is no way I’M doing water aero- used for added resistance in the water. the pedals, for added resistance. The *Please note that there is no require- bics” OR “I actually want a good work- Classes also may include dumbbells bikes are submerged in three to four ment to submerge the head. Modifica- out,” from a lot of my weight training and barbells, which are specifically feet of water and riders typically wear tions can be made for any movement. and cardio friends when I proposition designed for pool use, for strength rubber slip-on shoes for the duration https://www.youtube.com/ them to join me for an intense pool training portions. Flutter boards and of the class. The resistance from the watch?v=VShsyElerEI workout. Also, their laughter usually pool noodles may also be used for push- paddles, in addition to the hydro-static https://www.youtube.com/ tells me that they think I am kidding ing or dragging exercises. Submersible pressure on the body, allows riders watch?v=1CJwN5JNbp4 when I suggest making a splash. What aerobic steps are also available for to build greater muscle strength and https://www.youtube.com/ many of my friends fail to realize is aqua step classes. endurance in the legs. The content of watch?v=UpYry_tdaR4 that despite my adoration of barbells, Another style of aqua-fit is water the class is similar to a regular spin ----- heavy lifts and high-intensity interval running, which is usually performed in session, which includes hill climbs and Water Running workouts, aqua fitness has been a part deep water, with or without a flotation sprints, but also demands upper body https://www.youtube.com/ of my workout routine since I started belt. Forward momentum is achieved movements, such as pulling & pushing watch?v=UxKWQ_Wmu4A teaching the classes in high school. My by scooping the water with the arms with the arms and core exercises. ----- goal is to introduce you to some of my kept at approximately a 90° angle, Aqua-cycling may also include addi- Aqua Cycling favourite aquaactivities, from aerobics while moving the legs in either a pow- tional bodyweight exercises off of the https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l- to Zumba, and to challenge you to try a erful cycling motion or running action. bikes. One hour of aqua spinning can wCog8qdwdc few [or all] in the future. If performed in the deep-end, water burn up to 800 calories at a high inten- Water Aerobics is the performance of running is a zero-impact exercise and sity. It is a low impact, but effective aerobic activity in water that focuses considered low impact performed in workout, as riders are able to push

Ask the Expert: Basic safety tips for multi-use fitness trails By Dr. Darrell Menard OMM MD, Dip Sport Med

Q: My community has become on wheels. These folks need to be cau- vigilant while you use a shared trail The bottom line, fitness trails offer significantly more physically active tious when they approach walkers and is difficult to do if you are wearing ear many people a wonderful opportunity during the COVID-19 pandemic and runners especially from behind. buds, texting your friends or reading a to stay fit and enjoy Mother Nature. some days our fitness trail feels like the Always pass people on the left – Just book. It is important to remind yourself Trans-Canada Highway. I now share as you do driving. When you walk your dog on the trail, that you don’t own the trail and if you our trail with runners, walkers, in-line If you aspire to win the Tour de it should be on a leash. Even the best follow the above Rules of the Road, skaters, wheelchair athletes, cyclists, France – Don’t train on a heavily used trained dogs can be unpredictable espe- everyone who shares the trail with you dog walkers and skateboarders. Ev- fitness trail. You will be frustrated by cially if they see a squirrel. will be safer and have more fun. If you eryone is moving at different speeds frequent slowdowns and travelling fast Children are motivated by fun and exercise alone, make sure someone and some people don’t pay attention will increase the risk of collisions. To sometimes will rapidly change direc- knows where you are and when you to what is happening around them. Do satisfy your need for speed, train on the tion to see something interesting such expect to finish. Exercise is Medicine. you have some safety tips that people roads. as a frog. When learning to ride their who enjoy fitness trails should follow? All cyclists should use a bell or horn bikes, children are particularly unpre- Dr. Menard is the Surgeon General’s Active Antoine to warn others they are planning to dictable because of their poor balance specialist advisor in sports medicine pass. This “heads up” is appreciated by and bike control. Parents and everyone and has worked extensively with A: Dear Active Antoine: everyone you pass and reduces the risk who shares the trail needs to recognize athletes from multiple sports. As part You are blessed to have a fitness trail of accidents. Remember that dinging this and be appropriately alert to pre- of the Strengthening the Forces team and it’s wonderful your community your bell is not a command to get out vent collisions. he works on injury prevention and is making good use of it. When a large of the way – you still need to be pre- Be understanding – you may be promoting active living. number of people are doing different pared for people who do not respond to sharing the trail with people who have Strengthening the Forces is CAF/ things on the same trail, it’s very your warning. If you don’t have a bell hearing, visual, mobility or intellectual DND’s healthy lifestyles promotion important everyone follows some basic or horn, use a verbal warning such as disabilities. program providing expert informa- Rules of the Road. The following rules “coming by on your left”. If you are exercising as a group, tion, skills and tools for promoting and will make sharing your trail safer: Maintain situational awareness – avoid travelling side by side such that improving CAF members’ health and Wheels yield to heels – The fastest Look around regularly and listen for you impede the flow of others who are wellbeing. moving people on the trail usually are people coming up behind you. Staying also enjoying the trail. 16 TRIDENT NEWS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Canada’s 2020 Invictus Games team, seen here at the official roster announcement in February, will no longer be compet- ing in the Netherlands, but they will still be sharing their stories of resilience through a new podcast series in collabo- ration with Veterans Affairs Canada. SOLDIER ON Invictus Games – dreams on hold By DND

This past May, Team Canada was scheduled to com- pete at the Invictus Games in The Hague, Netherlands, but due to COVID-19 they have had to put their dreams and training on hold until next year. The postponement of the Invictus Games was no doubt a big disappointment for the competitors. To recognize their dedication and motivation, Veterans Affairs Canada collaborated with Soldier On to create a podcast series featuring members of Team Canada. The 2020 team was comprised of 14 serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces and 18 veterans. The word invictus means unconquered. It embodies the fighting spirit of ill and injured military personnel, and the idea that anything is possible. In the true spirit of the Invictus Games, the global pandemic shone a spotlight on the unconquerable character of Veterans. Recently, the Invictus Foundation announced that the next Invictus Games would take place from May 29 to June 5, 2021. Until we can cheer Team Canada on in real time, help us encourage our athletes by listening to podcast episodes (https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/about-vac/ news-media ) and reading their stories (https://www. veterans.gc.ca/eng/remembrance/people-and-stories/ faces-of-freedom). You can also share and join the con- versation on social media by using the hashtag #Can- adaRemembers.