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The con- The Battle of Britain is radar stations on the south flict took place between often described as having coast. By sinking merchant July and October of 1940. four phases, the dates of ships, would pre- It was the first major mili- which seem to vary. vent the British people from Battle of Britain tary campaign in history to receiving the commodities be fought entirely in the air. Phase One - required for their existence. Commemorating 77 years On July 10, 120 German July 10 to At the same time, it was bombers and fighters struck August 12, 1940 hoped that it would draw Comox Air Force Museum a British shipping convoy out the British fighters from Attacks on Channel Ship- in the , their bases so as to analyze ping: On July 16, Hitler while 70 more bombers at- the strength of the Royal Air issued Directive No. 16, tacked dockyards in South Force, determine the speed which called for prepara- Wales. and efficiency that it could tions to be made for Opera- Although Britain had deploy its squadrons. tion Sealion - the invasion of fewer fighters than the Ger- Intermittent bombing Britain. He demanded that mans, it did have an effec- raids took place on Ports- “the British Air Force… be tive radar system, which mouth, Falmouth, Swansea, eliminated to such an extent made the prospects of a Newcastle and Merseyside, that it will be incapable of sneak attack unlikely. but these weren’t consistent putting up any sustained But in the opening days like the Channel convoy opposition to the invad- of the Battle, Britain need- raids. ing troops.” So the Luft- ed determination and alu- Continued on page 2. waffe (German Air Force) minum. The government attacked shipping convoys asked for all available alu- in the English Channel, minum. Channel ports, and coastal “We will turn your pots and pans into Spitfires and Hurricanes,” the Ministry of Aircraft Production said.

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Comox Air Force Museum celebrates 30 years The Comox Air Force Museum is marking their 30th anniversary with a private ceremony, official opening of a new display area, and the release of a history book on September 12. The Comox Air Force Museum (CAFM) commemo- rates the role and history of 19 Wing Comox, doc- umenting significant achievements in west coast military aviation history. Founded in 1982 as part of the Air Force Indoc- The Totem Times is an unoffi- trination School, CAFM was accredited as a stand- cial publication of 19 Wing Co- mox, BC. The Editor reserves alone Canadian Forces museum - officially open to the right to edit copy and re- the public - on September 12, 1987. ject advertisements to suit The anniversary is marked by the release of the the needs of the publication. newly published book “Comox Air Force Museum: Views expressed are those of the contributor unless express- Our First Thirty Years”, written by Col (Ret) Jon Am- ly attributed to DND, CAF, or bler, program manager and volunteer coordinator other agencies. In case of ty- at the Comox Air Force Museum. pographical errors, no goods A limited number of books will be available in the may be sold and the difference claimed against this paper. The museum gift shop, open Tuesday to Sunday from paper’s liability is limited to a 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. refund of the space charged A new hallway display will be officially opened for the erroneous item. Mate- during the anniversary celebration. Many months rial may be reprinted with at- tribution. Published 22 times of volunteer effort has transformed the static space a year, every second Tuesday, into a bright new area that will feature revolving with permission of Col Mike displays. Atkins, 19 . The museum is open to the public by donation and Publications Mail Registration No.4098. Printed by Ladysmith is located at the main gates of 19 Wing Comox, on Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circula- the corner of Ryan Road and Military Row. tion: 1800. SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES | 3 Battle of Britain special contribution: In Praise of the Hurricane stated the case. “I’d give ‘em an ‘urricane, and they’d either prang it or bring it back full of bloody ‘oles,” he’d complain in his rich Bournemouth accent. But he’d send them back into battle post-haste. The not-so-secret was in the wood and fabric construction of the aircraft, similar to its prede- cessors the Hawker biplanes. Bullets passed right through. Spitfires took much longer to build or repair and could 眀愀礀瀀漀椀渀琀椀渀猀甀爀愀渀挀攀⸀挀愀 Norm Blondel not have been produced in numbers sufficient to win the In the epic battle of sum- Battle on their own. mer 1940 over British skies, German pilots were decid- much praise was heaped on edly huffy when they learned the “Few,” deservedly so, they were shot down by a and the sleek, all-metal Spit- Hurricane. Perversely, they fire fighter which was credit- preferred to be downed by ed with defeating the mighty a Spitfire! What they fell to Luftwaffe. was two groups of four guns, But, wait a minute! What mounted in the Hurricane’s was that other aircraft doing thick wings. Their concen- shooting all those bombers trated fire was devastating. down? The Spitfire’s more widely It was the slower, more spread guns caused some maneuverable and steadier instability during an attack. gun platform, the Hawker In all, 14,533 Hurricanes Hurricane. For every two were constructed, and 244 Luftwaffe aircraft downed were lost in the Battle in the by Spitfires in the Battle, hot months of August and Hurricane pilots scored three. September. Many of its pilots For every two Spitfire squad- survived to fight on, and fully rons, there were three of Hur- 60% of crashed Hurricanes ricanes. were quickly repaired and Two notable aces, Peter sent back into battle. Townsend and Unlike the Spitfire, the flew Hurricanes, praising them Hurricane, except for a larger to the skies (slight pun there). Merlin engine, did not un- In its lifetime, in all the- dergo significant changes to atres of WWII, Hurricane its airframe, except for a few pilots destroyed more than special purpose modifica- 1,000 German aircraft, in- tions. There were an Mk II cluding in its use by the and IV – don’t know what Soviet air force, which had happened to MkIII - but that 2,000 of the rugged fighters. was all. It was succeeded in The Hurricane could take WWII by the two Hawker fearsome punishment – af- T’s – Typhoon and Tempest. ter repair, back in the air the Sydney Camm, who de- same day, sometimes. signed the Hurricane, de- Our own Stocky Edwards signed 52 other aircraft in offered a quote from the late his lifetime, including the (F/S) Bert Linder, a mem- Harrier jump-jet. ber of 888 (Komox) Wing Norm Blondel served as RCAFA, who worked as the editor of the Totem Times a Corporal aircraft fitter at from 1990 to 1995. Main RAF Hendon, a repair de- source for this special contri- pot for Hurricanes during bution: Leo McKinstry, John the Battle, which pretty well Murray books.

䌀䄀一䄀䐀䤀䄀一 䴀䤀䰀䤀吀䄀刀夀 倀䔀刀匀伀一一䔀䰀 刀䔀䈀䄀吀䔀 倀刀伀䜀刀䄀䴀 ␀㔀 刀䔀䈀䄀吀䔀 ㄀ ㈀㔀䈀 䌀漀洀漀砀 刀搀⸀ 漀渀 愀渀礀 渀攀眀 䠀漀渀搀愀 䌀漀甀爀琀攀渀愀礀Ⰰ 䈀䌀 䌀伀䴀䔀 䤀一 伀刀 䌀䄀䰀䰀 唀匀 䘀伀刀 䴀伀刀䔀 䤀一䘀伀刀䴀䄀吀䤀伀一 ⴀ ㈀㔀 ⸀㌀㌀㠀⸀㜀㜀㘀㄀ 嘀㤀一 ㌀倀㠀 4 | SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES 2017 Service Person of the First Quarter MCpl Joseph Dubé | 442 Sqn MCpl Dubé’s dedication and professionalism has been re- markable. Following an operational pause imposed on the Buffalo fleet due to complex flight safety incidents, he de- livered a well-researched technical briefing. This brief en- hance aircrew knowledge on the Buffalo aircraft systems enabling a deeper understanding in response to airborne emergencies during the critical phases of flight. Due to Photo by Cpl Jeffrey Clement Photo by the superior quality of his brief, he was asked to brief the Buffalo Flight Leader, 442 Commanding Officer, and the 19 Wing Commanding Officer. The quality of this highly tech- nical brief was an important enabler to Wing leadership in choosing the best course of action and moving forward with the CC115 Buffalo fleet. MCpl Dubé was also a key member within the squadron and recognized for his involvement during the No Sno Fest Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins (right), Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO J-C Par- activities. MCpl Dubé demonstrated performance, dedi- ent (left) present MCpl Joe Dube from 442 Squadron with the 19 Wing Service Per- cation and esprit de corps that is highly deserving of this son of the Quarter award for the first quarter of 2017.Photo by Cpl Jeffrey Clement. recognition. 2017 Civilian Employee of the First Quarter Ms. Kimberlee Heath | WCompt

Ms. Kim Heath’s performance during the last quarter at the 19 Wing Comptroller Branch has been superior. She provided valuable insight to facilitate the budget forecasting process researching and compiling salary wage envelope (SWE) data. Her expertise was essential in the recent Wing mandated roll-out of Delegations of Authority (DOA) to DRMIS. Constantly concerned with her peers’ wellness, she dedicated precious time and provided much needed support to a co-worker dur- ing challenging career transition period. Cpl Nathan Spence Photo by Expert in her field and eager to share her knowledge and methodical problem solving skills, she is constantly sought after to help and guide peers answering financial related queries. As a dynamic member of the local Cadet Instructor Cadre, she is com- 19 Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins (right) accompanied by 19 Wing mitted to support, mentor and train our youth. Kim demonstrated un- Chief Warrant Officer CWO J-C Parent (left) present Ms. Kim Heath matched performance, dedication and esprit de corps that is highly with the 2017 Civilian Employee of the First Quarter Award. Photo by deserving of this honour. Cpl Nathan Spence.

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How can you help your newspaper? Advertising pays for your free paper, so:  Let our advertisers know you saw them in the Totem Times  Tell other businesses about your newspaper otem T TIMES The Longest Running Newspaper in the Comox Valley SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES | 5 2017 Service Person of the Second Quarter Lt Ryan Almeida | WLE As the 19 Wing Telecommunications and Information Services (WTIS) Tech Maintenance Officer, Lt Almeida improved the OJT program for CELE OJTs that prepares 2Lts for their initial CELE training. As their mentor, he encourages and promotes the 2Lts to broaden their operational experi- ences while at 19 Wing. Lt Almeida tackled difficult administrative tasks that were above his rank level with great successes. His positive attitude and determination were Cpl Jeffrey Clement Photo by tremendously valuable to the WTISO during extended and severe reduc- tion of the officer cadre within the WTIS Flight. Despite his current rank and experience level, he successfully took on the responsibilities of act- ing WTISO for extended periods. An active volunteer at the Military Family Resource Centre, he mentors WComd Col Mike Atkins (right) and Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO and leads children through games and activities. Drawing on science and J-C Parent (left) present Lt Ryan Almeida of WLE with the award for engineering degrees, he challenges kids with science related projects and Service Person of the Second Quarter. Photo by Cpl Jeffrey Clement. tutors high school students in physics, pre-calculus and math. 2017 Civilian Employee of the Second Quarter Ms. Sharon Keyes | 407 Sqn

A highly versatile and dedicated civilian employee, Ms. Sharon Keyes has been pivotal to the success of 407 Long Range Patrol Squadron. Sha- ron acquired new responsibilities during the administrative section ongo- ing personnel shortages and accepted all challenges with great success. She willingly provides excellent guidance to squadron event OPIs such as change of appointment ceremonies, mess dinners and sports events -

ensuring success and alignment with all fiscal and administrative policies. Cpl Jeffrey Clement Photo by Sharon has remained a steadfast rock during significant turn-over of per- sonnel and deployments of several squadron executive members. She freely shares her broad-based knowledge with all who require guidance on administrative matters and completes her work with phenomenal ef- ficiency. Sharon Keyes has been a very strong supporter of 407 Squadron, partic- ipating in unit social functions and assisting with organizing many. Sha- WComd Col Mike Atkins (left) and Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO J-C ron will attend the Invictus Games in Toronto as a member of the Cana- Parent (right) present Ms. Sharon Keyes of 407 Sqn with the award for dian Military Wives Choir Comox. Civilian Employee of the Second Quarter. Photo by Cpl Jeffrey Clement. Vimy Flight returns home Vimy Flight returned from Northern in late April following their performance of a com- memorative bi-plane fly- past over the Vimy Ridge Memorial on April 9. The Vimy Flight Team then em- barked on a mission to share the message of freedom and honour across Canada, de- parting CFB Greenwood on May 6. In the tour, the team has Vimy Flight homecoming paid homage to our brave 䄀吀吀䔀一吀䤀伀一 䴀䤀䰀䤀吀䄀刀夀 䴀䔀䴀䈀䔀刀匀℀ veterans of the air who so September 16 - Courtenay Airpark and 䌀漀洀攀 漀甀琀 愀渀搀 琀爀礀 漀甀爀 渀攀眀 愀洀愀稀椀渀最氀礀 搀攀氀椀挀椀漀甀猀 愀渀搀 valiantly faced desperate Comox Air Force Museum Heritage Air Park 栀攀愀氀琀栀礀 匀琀漀渀攀最爀椀氀氀 䐀椀渀椀渀最 䔀砀瀀攀爀椀攀渀挀攀℀ conditions in order to save meet + greet | Vimy Flight presentations | the lives of brave young flyover (weather permitting) 吀栀椀猀 甀渀椀焀甀攀 ᰠ搀爀礀 挀漀漀欀椀渀最ᴠ 洀攀琀栀漀搀 椀猀 爀攀挀漀最渀椀稀攀搀 愀猀 men on the ground. Vimy Flight full presentation | 7 to 9 pm | 戀攀椀渀最 漀渀攀 漀昀 琀栀攀 栀攀愀氀琀栀椀攀猀琀 洀攀琀栀漀搀猀 愀瘀愀椀氀愀戀氀攀 琀漀搀愀礀⸀ From Vimy France to Comox United Church 匀椀洀瀀氀攀Ⰰ 栀攀愀氀琀栀礀Ⰰ 搀攀氀椀挀椀漀甀猀 愀渀搀 昀甀渀℀ 䌀漀洀攀 戀礀 愀渀搀 攀渀樀漀礀 the birthplace of Canadian 琀栀攀 戀攀猀琀 猀琀攀愀欀Ⰰ 栀愀氀椀戀甀琀 漀爀 猀愀氀洀漀渀 礀漀甀 洀愀礀 攀瘀攀爀 琀愀猀琀攀⸀ confederation, the tour has September 17 - 888 (Komox) Wing spanned the country from Royal Canadian Air Force Association coast to coast, engaging meet + greet | Vimy Flight presentations | ㈀㌀㔀㔀 䴀愀渀猀昀椀攀氀搀 䐀爀⸀Ⰰ static demo at 888 Wing | flyover (weather 䌀漀甀爀琀攀渀愀礀 ⨀䰀椀瘀攀 䔀渀琀攀爀琀愀椀渀洀攀渀琀 䘀爀椀⸀ ☀ 匀愀琀⸀⨀ with communities to com- ⨀䈀攀攀爀 愀渀搀 圀椀渀攀 匀琀漀爀攀⨀ memorate our Canadian permitting). ⨀䄀氀氀 漀甀爀 挀漀氀搀 戀攀攀爀 愀渀搀 猀瀀椀爀椀琀猀 愀爀攀 ㈀㔀 ⴀ㌀㌀㐀ⴀ㐀㔀 猀漀氀搀 愀琀 氀椀焀甀漀爀 猀琀漀爀攀 瀀爀椀挀攀猀 漀爀 戀攀氀漀眀⸀⨀ heroes of the past 100 years Meet the pilots - share the Vimy story. and celebrate our 150th year Visit vimyflight.ca 眀眀眀⸀眀栀椀猀琀氀攀猀琀漀瀀瀀甀戀⸀挀漀洀 of nationhood. 6 | SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES Photos by Cpl Jeffrey Clement and Jesse Cruickshank Jesse and Clement Jeffrey Cpl by Photos

REXSPO 2017 featured over 80 exhibitors from around the Comox Valley for members of 19 Wing and their families to check out. More than 600 people came out to see what the community has to offer on Saturday, September 9 at the 19 Wing Fitness and Com- munity Centre.

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Daylan Gruszie SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES | 7 8 | SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES Large turnout for REXSPO 2017 REXSPO 2017 was the extends a heartfelt thank you largest yet, with over 80 ex- to the volunteers and staff hibitors participating in the from PSP Fitness, Sports community day. Rain did not and Recreation, the Comox dampen the mood of approxi- MFRC, SISIP Financial Ser- mately 600 guests who came vices, 19 Wing Chaplains, out to enjoy demonstrations CANEX, the army, sea and air from local clubs, fun games cadets, and 19 Wing leaders. for the kids, and musical Thanks to 19 Wing Comox, entertainment by Aaron B. 19 Wing Base Fund, CANEX Thompson Band, the Canadi- and SISIP Financial Services an Military Wives Choir Co- for sponsorship and support. mox, and Fuzz and Friends. REXSPO could not be An opening welcome was possible without the many provided by 19 Wing Com- community partners and lo- mander Col Mike Atkins and cal clubs who attend, and 19 Wing Chief Warrant Offi- of course, thanks to all the cer CWO J-C Parent. families and members of Jane Bekus received special the 19 Wing Defence Team recognition for her service to who came together as a com- the REXSPO committee as munity. a key organizer for 17 years. Lucky prize winners were: With retirement planned for Tanya Abbott receiving the ABOVE 19 Wing the spring, REXSPO 2017 REXSPO kayak package, Commanding Of- was her last. Will Kirby receiving the pro- ficer Col Mike At- The REXSPO committee pane fire and chairs package, kins presents the Ryan Almeida receiving the grand prize to Will volunteer prize of a $50 Bos- Kirby during REX- ton Pizza gift certificate, and 刀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 SPO 2017. Jim Loring CV Fly Fishing Club receiving the exhibitor RIGHT Jane prize of a $50 Boston Pizza Bekus receives gift certificate. a shirt in hon- Exhibitors also offered priz- our of her last es during REXSPO. Heidi year serving on 漀渀氀椀渀攀℀ Adloch won four lift tickets the REXSPO com- from Mount Washington Al- mittee. Jane has pine Resort, Kieran Ho-Gillis 䌀䄀䘀挀漀渀渀攀挀琀椀漀渀⸀挀愀⼀䌀漀洀漀砀⼀吀漀琀攀洀吀椀洀攀猀 been helping plan won two rounds of golf at Gla- REXSPO for the cier Greens Golf Course, and past 17 years, Camille Soper won a basket but will be retir- of dog treats from VI Com- ing in the spring. passion Dogs.

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1726 Canadian Scottish Army CV Aquatic Club (Sharks) Laughter Wellness Club Cadets CV Breakers Women’s Hockey 12 Military Police Flight - Child Ident 189 RCSCC Port Augusta Sea Club Mount Washington Alpine Resort Cadets CV COPS North Island College 19 Wing Comox Yacht Club CV Crime Stoppers North Island Sports Bike Assn 21 Canadian Forces Health CV Curling Club Oyster River Enhancement Services CV Fly Fishing Club Society 386 (Komox) Squadron Royal CV Girl Guides of Canada Pacific Divers Scuba Club (19 Wing) Canadian Air Cadets CV Kickers Rugby Club Royal Canadian Legion Comox 4R’s Education Centre CV Minor Hockey Assn Branch #160 60 Minute Toastmasters Club CV Orca Swim Club Royal Canadian Marine Search Auto Hobby Club (19 Wing) CV Photographic Society and Rescue Base Badminton Team CV Pickleball Association Royal Canadian Naval Association Base Squash Team CV Regional District - CV Branch Brazilian Jui Jitsu (19 Wing) CV Ringette Association Royal Heraldry Society of Canada Brickhouse Betties Roller Derby Club CV Skating Club Scouts Canada 1st Comox Group Canadian Military Wives Choir Earthquake Preparedness Silver Totems Hockey (19 Wing) CANEX 19 Wing Comox Employment SPCA Cape Lazo Power and Sail Equity Defence Advisory Groups St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs Squadron FLK Taoist Tai Chi St. John Ambulance City of Courtenay Parks and Flying Dragons Strathcona Nordic Ski Club Recreation Fitness, Sports and Recreation - PSP Tennis Canada Comox Military Family Resource Glacier Greens Golf Course TeePee Park Campground Centre Goju-ryu Karate (19 Wing) Veterans Affairs of Canada Coastal Power Striders Guardians Motorcycle Association VI Compassion Dogs Society Community Gardens 19 Wing Comox Health Promotion VI Regional Library Comox Branch Comox Recreation Fencing HMCS Alberni Museum and VI Society for Adaptive Snow Program Memorial Sports Comox Recreation Centre Island Health VI Visitor Centre Courtenay Little Theatre Kitty Cat PAL (Prevent A Litter) Volunteer Comox Valley Courtenay Recreation Centre Society 19 Wing Comox Fire Rescue CV Amateur Radio Club L’Arche Comox Valley Wood Hobby Club (19 Wing) 19 Wing REXSPO Committee| Fitness & Community Centre at 1575 Military Row | CAFconnection.ca SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES | 9

Comox Valley 19 Wing Health Promotion Farmers’ Market presents… Saturdays Fresh goods from the farm or field are VIBRANT available every Saturdays on Headquar- Injury Reduction ters Road from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with Chris Rehor - The market is outdoors until Saturday, Oc- Com tober 21, and then moves indoors for the Physical Exercise Specialist winter, reloating to the Native Sons Hall EVENT LISTINGS in Downtown Courtenay. Kove Photography free | CVFM.ca Comox Valley Ribfest September 15-17 Ribfest is a family-friendly event for people of all ages! Sample some of the best ribs from some of North America’s top Ribbers at the CV Exhibition Grounds! tickets | comoxvalleyribfest.ca Foggy Mountain Fall Fair September 29 & 30 Cumberland’s annual celebration of har- vest and heritage, culture and craft, forest and food: the Foggy Mountain Fall Fair and Local Colours ArtsFest! This family-friendly festival takes place at 1st Street and Dun- smuir on Friday evening and all day Satur- day. Join the Cumberland Community For- If you are returning to the gym or new to it, est Society as they raise funds on Satuday a key pillar to success is injury prevention. with the 1st annual Great Cake Bake Off! A workshop will be held on October 4 and It’s a silent auction, contest, cupcake walk 6 to address exercises and other consider- and community cake-in. ations that will help to prevent injury, as well as increase strength and endurance. free | facebook Chris Rehor, Kinesiologist, and 19 Wing’s Physical Exercise Specialist, will lead you Perseverance Party through the theory and practical while you spend time in the weight room getting to in the Park know more about the exercises that will Sunday, October 29 keep you pain free as well as increase your Come on down to #6 Mine Park for a post performance. race party that is open to the whole com- If you are new to the weight room - or have munity! The Perseverance Trail Run is fol- experienced an injury in the past - do not lowed by a fun filled gathering in the park miss this opportunity! with tents and fire pits, live music, hot choc- The workshop will be held from 8:30 to olate, face painting, beer and BBQ. 11-4 pm 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 4, and with 100% proceeds supporting the Cum- 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, October 6 in berland Forest campaign. the 19 Wing Comox Fitness and Communi- ty Centre. free | cumberlandforest.com Contact Maggie at local 8577 to register.

Wing Personnel Selection Officer briefings Medical SCAN Seminar General SCAN Seminar The Wing Personnel Selection Officer (WPSO) will be hosting several important October 11 October 24 and 25 briefings for 19 Wing personnel. For more Topics will include: Over two days, topics will include: information, or to register, contact the • CF medical release process • Director Pensions and Social Programs • JPSU/ IPSC (DPSP) WPSO office by email to donna.gallant@ • CFHS case management program • MET Canada Company forces.gc.ca or at local 8293. • VAC medical release benefits/ services • Prince’s Operation Entrepreneur • Wing Personnel Selection Office ser- • Helmets to Hardhats vices • Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) pro- Education Reimbursement • SISIP vocational rehabilitation pro- grams gram • Education reimbursement and WPSO career September 14 • DCSM transition services VRPSM/ pri- transition services Topics will include: ority hiring • Administrative release procedures • Education reimbursement for regular and reserve • OSISS (stress injury support) • 19 Air Reserves force members Attendance is by registration; forms are • SISIP • Education reimbursement for ill/ injured members available on the DIN or by contacting the • Veterans Affairs transition services • Skills WPSO office. Spouses are highly encour- • Public Service job opportunity • Individual Learning Plans (ILP), and the education aged to attend. • North Island College programs reimbursement process. Note: release and pension information will Attendance is by registration; spouses are Seating is limited - contact the WPSO office to register. be covered at the General SCAN Seminar. highly encouraged to attend. 10 | SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES

COMOX MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE 1575 Military Row 250-339-8290 CAFconnection.ca facebook.com/comoxmfrc

Deployment Services has a new coordinator Patricia Rivard-Borduas joined the Comox MFRC team in August. Patricia has a diverse background working with families and individuals looking for guidance and resource. She is also bilingual. Her “sky is the limit”attitude is ideal for the Deployment Coordinator role. Patricia has been busy planning new programming to help empower families that are - or will be - facing absence of any kind. She is currently working on a “Get ‘Er Done” work- shop series that will focus on acquiring basic hands on skills to face potential mishaps that could arise. If you are in the area, feel free to stop by Deployment Services and welcome Patricia. In the meantime, please check out the Program Guide for upcoming programs and workshops. Saying good bye

Youth Services summer programs successful Youth Services added a to Noah drop-in art and drama camp to their regular summer pro- This summer the Comox MFRC said a fond gramming this year. This farewell to a dedicated volunteer, Noah Hatha- program allowed children way. Noah has been volunteering regularly at to be creative with painting the MFRC for the past 9 months, completing and drama games. over 100 volunteer hours. After he completed On Wednesday mornings his career preparation hours to graduate high Youth Services were at Tee school early he continued volunteer over the Pee Park offering a variety summer. Noah was always eager to take on of fun activities for children any task given to him including assisting with including a Lego day and a administrative support, updating the employ- sensory sensation day. ment board, delivering program guides, and The most exciting part lending a hand with Youth Services programs. of the summer for Youth In recognition of all of the shredding Noah Services were the two field completed throughout his volunteering MFRC trip days: Explore the Val- staff presented him with his very own shred- ley and Explore the Island. der as a farewell gift. Explore the Valley was Noah is attending the University of Victoria a jam packed day visiting in the fall to study political science. All of the Mount Washington Alpine staff at the MFRC are very grateful for all of Resort, and Saratoga Speed- the hardwork and help he provided, and wish way for monster trucks and him the best of luck in his studies. go-carting. Explore the Island was a fun filled day at the Nanai- Follow us on Facebook mo wave pool and WildPlay Suivez-nous sur Facbook Element Park. Regular evening drop-in programs start on Septem- ber 18 with a special pre- teen laser tag night on Sep- tember 27. For more information www.facebook.com/comoxmfrc please call 250-339-8290. 19 WingSPORTS UPDATES Silver Totems hockey club The Silver Totems hockey club is inviting new players to come out and practice with the team! This team is an old timer hockey team that represents the Wing annually at the regional champi- onship. If you are 35 or older, you could be part of their high caliber team! Join a practice and see if the old timers are for you. Practices are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the Glacier Gardens arena. Contact the team vice-president for more information: [email protected]. FITNESS SPORTS & RECREATION Located in the 19 Wing Fitness and Try It Week Community Centre at 1575 Military Row All recreation classes are free for military members and authorized users until September 15 – come on out and give the fitness and specialty classes a try! See CAFconnection.ca/Comox for all Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. the options! Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Holidays: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Golf Course Advisory Committee members needed Military users only: 6 – 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m - 1 p.m., Monday to Friday The Glacier Greens Golf Course Advisory Committee is looking for four volunteers to advise the Wing Admin O on golf course issues; membership shall be considered a secondary duty for mili- Fitness, Sports and Recreation: tary personnel. 250-339-8211, local 7173/ 6989 Vice Chairperson - shall be a military member (regular or reserve) appointed by WComd. Sports Stores Counter: Secretary and Treasurer - shall be a regular member voted on by the committee. 250-339-8211, local 8315 Men’s Tournament Director - can be an associate member, also voted on by the committee. CAFconnection.ca/Comox Interested persons should submit their name to GGGCAC Chair, Capt Guy Tremblay at guy.trem- facebook.com/19WingComoxPSP [email protected] by October15. SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES | 11

19 Wing Comox FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 | 12 PM 19 WING FITNESS AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Welcome Brief A mandatory brief for newly posted regular force personnel will be held on September 25 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the 19 Wing Fitness and Community Centre. Members will be provided an overview of 19 Wing Comox - its roles, organizations, and available amenities. A bus tour to familiarize members with the Wing and AOR will follow the brief. Spouses are welcome; childcare is available for children ages three to five - register by calling local 7232. For more information regarding the 19 Wing Welcome Brief contact Lt Charles Falase at local 7185.

[INSERT cheesy heading here!] Annual Cheesecake Social a huge success

Newly posted in families received a warm welcome at the Annual Cheesecake Social at the Comox Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) on August 30. Opening welcomes were offered by Julie Kidson, representing the MFRC, WComd Col Mike Atkins, and WCWO CWO J-C Parent. More than 60 guests enjoyed the evening social, and one lucky couple, Victor Speirs and Sarah Piper-Speirs, won a highly coveted door prize: a 2-night cabin rental donated by Tee Pee Park. The Comox MFRC extends thanks to everyone who made the Cheesecake Social a suc- cess, including Grains Bakery for providing the delicious cheesecake, Tee Pee Park, Comox MFRC staff, and all of the guests who attended. If you missed out on this event, don’t worry! The Comox MFRC has many other events planned for the upcoming months, including a bilingual tour of the Oyster River Enhance- ment Society’s Hatchery and Halloween Costume Exchange. Watch for details in the Totem Times, or visit CAFconnection.ca/Comox. Padre’s Corner Our Lady of the Sacred Heart St. Michael and All Angels (RC) 19 Wing Chapel Protestant Chapel

Sunday Mass: 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Protestant Communion: celebrated and Thursday on the first Sunday of each month. Sacrament of Reconciliation: upon request. Bible Study: please contact Chaplain for the dates and times.

Marriage preparation: please contact the Chaplain at least six months prior to date of wedding. Baptisms: please make an appointment with the Chaplain. For information contact the chaplains’ office at 250-339-8211, local 8389. 12 | SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 | TOTEM TIMES Photo by Cpl Jeffrey Clement Photo by

1 Canadian Air Division Commander’s Commendation 19 Wing Comox Snow and Ice Control During the period of 3-9 February, 2017 the 19 Wing Comox Snow and Ice Control team provided exceptional snow removal services throughout the onslaught of unusually severe winter weath- er conditions. Their perseverance, teamwork and professionalism prevented delays and cancella- tions of both military and civilian flying operations to the extent that it was recognized as the best maintained aerodrome in the two most western provinces during the storm. This effort was main- tained while overcoming many logistical challenges with limited resources. Their dedication and tremendous effort reflects highly on 19 Wing and the Royal Canadian Air Force. (L-R): Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO J-C Parent, 1 Canadian Air Division Chief Warrant Officer CWO Jacques Boucher, MCpl Mathieu Bergeron, Cpl Dan Castonguay, Cpl Kevin Cook, Sgt Henk Rowe and Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins.