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435 Sqn drops in to show support for frontline workers Bill McLeod | VOXAIR |

“Rescue,” shouted Sgt Brandon Schetterer, 435 air refueling aircraft. refueling, including the assistance to many local Squadron search and rescue technician as he “We understand the extreme hard work and dedi- hospitals, alongside other Canadian Armed Forces soared over a cluster of spectators in Sturgeon cation carried out by our frontline workers dur- units and other government departments.” Creek Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba on June 19. ing this time of COVID-19,” said LCol John Coffi n, The fi ve other SAR Techs participating in the jump SAR Techs from 435 Transport and Rescue Squad- Commanding Offi cer of 435 Sqn. “As a token of included MCpl Geoff Tallis, Sgt Eric Beaudoin, MCpl ron parachuted into the park in honour of the front- appreciation from all of us at 435 Sqn, we dedicate Louis-Andre Labrecque, MCpl Jonathan Boucher- line workers in the fi ght against COVI D-19. SAR this demonstration to all those frontline workers Kovacs, and MCpl Chris Griffi ths. Techs are accredited primary care paramedics, putting their own lives on the line to protect us.” “We wanted to put something together for all the although they are trained in advanced skills that “We know how diffi cult the demands are not only frontline health care workers so we decided to do civilian paramedics may not be required to have. on the women and men in uniform, but also on it in the 435 Sqn way,” Sgt Schetterer said. “We In total, six SAR Techs jumped into the park: the families that are aff ected by each mission,” he understand it’s tough times for everyone and we three groups of two with each pass of the CC-130 added. “435 Sqn takes great pride in executing just wanted to let them know we understand and Hercules, 435 Squadron’s SAR and tactical air-to- its missions of search and rescue and air-to-air we’re behind them.”

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WComd Col Dany Poitras (right) and WCWO CWO Kevin Colcy (left) present Sgt Nina Usher- wood (center) with a Canada Pride Citation on June 26.

Sgt Nina Usherwood The Canada Pride Citation is part of the Ross, Roy, Satalic | 407 SQUADRON | Final Settlement Agreement signed on March 28, 2018. The settlement includes individual compensation as well The Canada Pride Citation is an acknowledge- as individual and collective reconciliation and memorializa- ment that for 30 years I served my country tion measures. The Canadian Pride Citation is an individual while living in fear of the discovery of who I reconciliation and recognition measure that will be awarded am. The knowledge that discovery would lead to class members in recognition of their service to Canada to my dismissal from the CAF under CFAO 19- and the hardships endured due to unjust policies. It is a 20, regardless of my performance or dedica- meaningful step in the journey of collective reconciliation, tion. recognition and remembrance. It also means that in the future, nobody serv- The design of the Canada Pride Citation is rich in symbol- ing Canada will be dismissed because of who ism. The central maple leaf represents Canada and service they are, or who they love. to the country. The double-arrow shape represents the im- Military roots portance of remembering the past and the injustice done to LGBTQ2 Canadians working within I was always going to join the military. My dad the federal public service, the Canadian Armed Forces or the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It served 37 years. My mom joined the RCAF; that also represents Canada’s commitment towards the future and building a better society where all how my parents met. My sister served, grand- are valued equally. It is a symbol of hope. father, great grandfather. The eight colours depicted on both the pin and insignia are a recognized symbol of the LGBTQ2 The Usherwoods - an uncommon name, even community. The original Pride fl ag was created in 1978 and each colour was chosen to represent in England - have always served. The name is specifi c values. Pink represents sexuality, red represents life, orange symbolizes healing, and recorded 17 times in the Commonwealth War yellow is sunlight. The green chevron stands for nature, the turquoise represents art, indigo is Graves registry, including in the Menin Gates serenity and violet represents the human spirit. that listed 55,000 soldiers killed in WW1 with no known grave. I was always going to join the CAF. Personal journey I was going to serve Canada. but instead travelled for hours to a distant city I had dressed in female clothes since age four. I continued to dress in female clothing. I made to sit dressed in a hotel room. My parents knew and sent me for counselling. few friends in the CAF because I had little in Transition in the CAF I promised to stop, but never did. It was who common with them. I would rather wear a pretty In 1992 CFAO 19-20 was rescinded as a re- I was. dress and read a book than play sports or go to sult of a court judgment, and in 1997, the fi rst I always looked at the girls around me and a club. I spent my time dressed and sitting qui- transgender service member served openly. I wanted to wear something as pretty as they etly in my barrack room, with my door locked saw vitriol and hostility directed at them, both were wearing. I wanted long, beautiful hair. and ignoring knocks on the door. in the CAF and media, so I continued to hide. Not having the language to describe who I was, One day a CO decided to carry out an unan- Eventually I could no longer suppress who I I still knew who I was. nounced barrack inspection. Dressed, reading was. Joining the CAF a book, I ignored the knock. When the master I travelled to another city to experiment with In my teens my dad gave me a copy of CFAO key started to turn in the lock, I fl ew to my dressing in public, and in 2009 - after 30 years 19-20, so I would know what it would mean if closet and put on my male bathrobe. I stood of service - I fi nally overcame my fears and told the CAF discovered who I was. I joined the air with my back to the room. The SCWO was con- my unit who I really was. reserves in 1979 while still in high school, and fused and angry that I never turned around. I Canada Pride Citation means nobody serving upon graduating in 1980, I joined the regular provided yes sir and no sir answers until they Canada will have to live in fear because of who force. left. I never again dressed in a barrack room, they are, or who they love.

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MANAGING EDITOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER EDITORIAL ADVISOR 19 WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS Camille Douglas Gillian Ottaway Capt Brad Little Lt Alexandra Hejduk [email protected] The Totem Times is an unoffi cial publication of 19 Wing Comox, BC. The Editor reserves the right to edit copy and reject advertisements to suit the needs of the publication. Views expressed are those of the contributor unless expressly attributed to DND, CAF, or other agencies. In case of typographical errors, no goods may be sold and the diff erence claimed against this paper. The paper’s liability is limited to a refund of the space charged for the erroneous item. Material may be reprinted with attribution. Published 22 times a year, every second Tuesday, with permission of Col Dany Poitras, 19 Wing Commander. Publications Mail Registration No.4098. Printed by Ladysmith Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circulation: 1800. JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES | 3 Cpl Joey Beaudin

WComd Col Dany Poitras (right) presents Cpl Philippe Garneau with the Flight Engineer Air- crew Flying Badge on June 15 during a presentation at 442 Squadron. Engineering success

Cpl Philippe Garneau | 442 TRANSPORT AND RESCUE SQUADRON |

As aircraft aviation technicians, we spend most of our working hours trying to troubleshoot as effi ciently as possible, and strive to be experts in each system of a complex aircraft, often in de- manding operational conditions where time and resources are limited and expectations are high. Now in the role of fl ight engineer, those expec- tations remain, but now the operator’s perspec- tive comes into play as well, which makes the job just as interesting as it is challenging. Cpl Jordan Pugh receives the Flight Engineer To this point, as a technician, the main con- Aircrew Flying Badge. cern about a given system would have been its common malfunctions and applying our knowl- edge to bring that aircraft back online as soon as possible for the fl ight crew. We have to keep in mind how a given status of a system could directly aff ect operations taking place and our capability to accomplish a certain mission; as much from the ground as in the air, consider alternate options, and make appropri- ate recommendations to the rest of an already experienced and knowledgeable crew. As a new member of the Cormorant search and rescue crew, I can say that fl ight instruc- As a Canadian Forces tors and pilots defi nitely know how to keep the member the Bank of learning curve steep and newbies like me quick Montreal is here to on their feet. guide and assist with Before becoming a fl ight engineer I was a little all of your mortgage envious. While waiting on the crew returning Cpl Philippe Garneau receives the Flight Engi- transactions. from a mission or tasking late at night, or very neer Aircrew Flying Badge. early in the morning, either at 443 (MH) Sqn or Helping your family find a new home. recovering the chopper from the fl ight deck of You will need to make arrangements for han- an RCN frigate, instead of being on the aircraft, gar space for the night, fuel, inspections, and Pre-approvals for your posting notice. and felt like I was missing out on the action. ensure a serviceable aircraft will be available Special Canadian Defence mortgage rates. It has been an interesting transition from main- for the next day so the whole crew can continue Free banking. tainer to aircrew - to experience what we train onto the next task. Purchases, refinances. for out there, but still have a certain sense of At the end of the day though, training with the collaboration with the technicians trying to re- SAR techs, pilots and more experienced fl ight solve malfunctions or simply learn a newer, more engineers is very rewarding and I am very Contact Kelly Hamm advanced platform all together. much looking forward to be an integral part of I personally feel that the trade of fl ight engineer the crew. 250-204-9155 off ers the best of both worlds. Within the same Nothing beats opening that rescue door above [email protected] day you can be training a land hoist sequence, the mountains of British Columbia or the Pacifi c expecting to return that evening, but then be Ocean knowing that you are fl ying on one of the tasked to a remote area of northern British Co- most cutting edge helicopters in Canada, with lumbia to transport a sick or injured person. the best possible crew. 4 | JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES

It’s a family aff air! As working from home and physical dis- tancing became the norm at 19 Wing in response to the pandemic, more family members got involved in presenting their loved ones with special awards and promo- tions. They were celebrated virtually, within their neighbourhoods, and on social media.

Recognition is a vital aspect of ser- vice in the Canadian Armed Forces, regardless of the conditions or loca- tion. The typical gatherings to cel- ebrate career milestones and signifi - (Top Left) Sgt Wilson receives his promo- tion to Warrant Offi cer. cant achievements were creatively replaced with physically-distanced (Top Right) Sgt Keating receives his promo- alternatives. Promotions during tion to Warrant Offi cer in a Google Hang- Active Posting Season 2020 in re- outs ceremony. sponse to COVID-19 brought the (Bottom) Avr (B) Harrison receives his pro- best out in our members. motion to Aviator (Trained).

Col Bryn Elliot was promot- ed at 19 Wing Comox by a Zoom call with BGen Iain Huddleston, 1CAD Deputy Commander Force Genera- tion. The audience partici- pated through Zoom, and his family provided physical sup- port in changing his epaulets. The pandemic has provided families with a unique op- portunity to participate in these momentous occasions, signalling the importance of family in a career of service.

The Explosive Disposal Flight of 19 Air Maintenance Squadron made use of tEODor – the Telerob Explosive Ordinance Disposal and Observation Robot – to promote Avr (B) Colucci to Avia- tor (Trained). tEODor wrote the book on physical distancing! JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES | 5

It may not be business as usual at 407 Squadron, but careers are still progressing. Several mem- bers were promoted in true Demon style, using the Trident during a social distancing ceremony on May 8, under the watchful eye of the mighty CP-140 Aurora.

407 Sqn Avr (B) Bretzel receives a promotion to Avia- Avr (B) Angus Catto receives a promotion to Demons tor (Trained). Aviator (Trained).

Cpl Dan Davey receives a promotion to Mas- Avr (B) Josh Gonzales receives a promotion to Lt Clare Choi receives a promotion to Captain. ter Corporal. Aviator (Trained).

Presentations around the Wing - COVID style By mid-March, most of the 19 Wing Defence Team was working from home, including the To- tem Times. The COVID style presentations and promotions provide a unique insight into this unprecedented time, where members were tasked with adapting to physical distancing while maintaining oper- ational readiness. BZ to all members who were promoted or received an award during 2020. Cpl Ashley receives a Sgt Bartlett receives a Avr Bedard receives Continued on pages 8 & 9 promotion to Master promotion to Warrant a promotion to Cor- Corporal. Offi cer. poral.

Sgt Broad receives the Sgt Bugden receives a Cpl Burns receives a Cpl Carpio receives MCpl Charest receives Lt Blaikie receives a Special Service Medal promotion to Warrant promotion to Master the Chinthe of the a promotion to Ser- promotion to Captain. - NATO. Offi cer. Corporal. Quarter award. geant. 6 | JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES John’s Photography

Boomer’s Legacy founder Maureen Eyekelenboom joins Comox Valley riders Nigel King, Ron Gauldreault, and Dave Rodgers at the conclu- sion of their two-day Boomer’s Legacy tribute ride. They were joined by Commodore Angus Topshee, Commander Canadian Fleet Pacifi c, for the fi nal ride to the Langford Cenotaph in Veteran’s Memorial Park, and then to Mile 0. Proud moment for Boomer’s Legacy

Peter Mallett | LOOKOUT NEWSPAPER |

A team of cyclists kept the fl ame of Boomer’s Legacy burning bright on Vancouver Island to mark the start of summer. A tribute ride was conducted June 20 and 21, as the full edition of the annual fundrais- ing bike ride for the charitable foundation was cancelled due to social distancing measures. On Saturday morning, cyclists Nigel King and Ron Gaudreault set off on a two-day, 228-ki- lometre trek from 19 Wing Comox to the Mile Zero marker on Douglas Street in Victoria with Dave Rodgers completing the team as support. On Sunday, they arrived in Langford where they were joined by fi ve more riders to help them fi nish the last leg of their journey. Join- ing them were Wounded Warrior Run BC and Battlefield Bike Ride team members Capt Jacqueline Zweng, Karen Hough, and Darren Westwood, along with Cmdre Angus Topshee, Commander Canadian Fleet Pacifi c, and his daughter Amy. “This year’s run was not so much about the fundraising as it was awareness, and the de- termination of these dedicated cyclists who decided to ensure people know how impor- tant the work of the foundation is,” said CPO2 John Penner, Boomer’s Legacy volunteer and photographer. Boomer’s Legacy Boomer’s Legacy was founded by Maureen Eykelenboom, the mother of Cpl Andrew ‘Boomer’ Eykelenboom, a medic with 1 Field Ambulance who was killed in Afghanistan in 2006. The foundation is operated by Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) through the Support Our Troops program and distributes funds to people in need, both do- mestically and abroad. Earlier this year the decision was made to cancel the Boomer’s Legacy fundraising events due to the global pandemic. The trio have been on Boomer’s Team from the start, a relation- ship that has spanned more than a decade. For more information about Boomer’s Legacy, and how to off er your support, visit boomer- Every Boomer’s Legacy rider carries the names and photos of fallen soldiers on their journey. slegacy.ca. JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES | 7

Nigel King Ron Gaudreault

The museum is open! | Carol Popkin, PROGRAM MANAGER AND VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR | We are excited to welcome you back and would like to share with you some of the updates that have happened at the museum during our clo- sure. With a freshly painted entrance way, numerous updates in our gal- lery and library display cases and new items in the gift shop now is the time to come for a visit. Whether this is your fi rst time or you have been here before there is always something new to discover. Updates in our gallery include additional uniforms on display, an Air Raid Precaution display case and added artefacts throughout. Our library is cur- rently showcasing the Hawk One Voodoo in celebration of the unveiling of the Hawk One refurb at the front gate as well as a new display case de- tailing the emotive story of Sweetheart jewellery during WW1 and WW2. Heritage Air Park The Heritage Air Park is the perfect spot to adhere to physical distanc- ing requirements and spend a leisurely morning enjoying the aircraft on display or bring the kids and dog down for a picnic and view the Heritage Stones. We look forward to welcoming you back and sharing our west coast RCAF history and heritage with you. Visit. Learn. Remember. Safety Precautions Your safety and that of our volunteers and staff is paramount to us. We are following COVID-19 protocol and require visitors to use the hand sanitizer station and adhere to the 2m physical distancing rule while in the building. Masks are optional and are available for free from our front desk staff . The Comox Air Force Museum and Heritage Air Park is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. 8 | JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES Presentations around the Wing - COVID style

Lt Christopher re- Avr Cuenca receives MCpl Dube receives MCpl Du’vall receives MCpl Fortin receives ceives a promotion to Lt Cooper receives a a promotion to Cor- a promotion to Ser- a promotion to Ser- a promotion to Ser- Captain. promotion to Captain. poral. geant. geant. geant.

Sgt Gallant receives a Sgt Gauthier receives CWO Gowie receives Cpl Hansen receives a Avr (B) Hartley re- Sgt Harvey receives a CWO’s Commendation a promotion to War- the Special Service promotion to Master ceives a promotion to promotion to Warrant for 2019. rant Officer. Medal. Corporal. Aviator (Trained). Officer.

Avr (B) Kern receives Sgt Laidlaw receives MCpl Laurent receives Cpl Le Bel receives a LS Levesque-Desjar- a promotion to Aviator Lt Kiltz receives a pro- a Surgeon General’s a promotion to Ser- CO’s Commendation dins receives the Spe- (Trained). motion to Captain. Coin. geant. for 2019. cial Service Medal.

OS Levesque-Anderson Cpl Raymond receives Avr (B) Richard re- receives a promotion to Cpl Morin receives a physically distanced pro- Lt Musca receives a a promotion to Master ceives a promotion to Leading Seaman. motion to Master Corporal. promotion to Captain. Corporal. Aviator (Trained). JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES | 9

Cpl Slonski receives a MCpl Stalteri receives Cpl Swanson receives Avr Thompson re- Pte (B) Schryer receives a promotion to Private promotion to Master a promotion to Ser- the Canadian Forces’ ceives a promotion to (Trained). Corporal. geant. Decoration. Corporal.

MCpl Tam from 12 Fd Amb receives an ap- preciation certificate upon completion of his employment with 21 CF HSvcsC, where MCpl Tost receives Avr (B) Tran receives Avr White receives the Cpl Willard receives a he assisted during the a promotion to Ser- a promotion to Aviator Lt Watt receives a pro- Chinthe Commenda- promotion to Master COVID-19 pandemic. geant. (Trained). motion to Captain. tion for 2019. Corporal.

FORCE Rewards Platinum 19 award recipients OSS Promotions

Sgt Emond receives a Cpl Ferguson receives promotion to Warrant a promotion to Master Officer. Corporal.

MCpl Calcagni, Sgt Barker, MCpl Wiltzen, and Capt Montpetit

MCpl Goosen receives Cpl Kelly receives a Cpl Roy receives a a promotion to Ser- promotion to Master promotion to Master MCpl Sankey, MCpl Veilleux and Cpl Vlaar geant. Corporal. Corporal. 10 | JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES Comox Military Family Resource Centre 1575 Military Row 250.339.8290 CAFconnection.ca facebook.com/comoxmfrc Welcome to Comox The Community Engagement team has been busy updating and creating new resources to help you get settled into Comox. Email [email protected] for any of the following resources. RESOURCE LISTS including doctors, dentists and a list of special- ized medical services for military families who have special needs or challenges. These can be emailed out by request. WHAT’S A GUMBOOT? A detailed slideshow with everything from local farms, to Comox Valley history and information for those seeking employment. This can be emailed or found on the CAF- Calling all artists and poets! Create a piece for our COVID-19 art fence Connection website. showing how strong and creative our military community is during CO- VID-19. Poems, paintings, drawings, mosaics; anything your mind can COMOX MFRC WELCOME BOOKLET has been updated with in- create are all welcome to be submitted. No age limit, no names required. formation on supports and services through your Comox MFRC, Show us your creativity Comox! insurance, services through 19 Wing and childcare of course! The During July & August on the Deployment Services Fence Welcome booklet is a downloadable PDF on the CAFConnection 19 Wing Fitness & Community Centre website so you can take it on the road as you travel to Comox if Rules: you so choose. • Place your art in the plastic sleeve provided (8x11 in size) and tape WELCOME VIDEO A tour of the 19 Wing Fitness and Community closed. Centre. This video is also on our CAFConnection Comox website • Submissions can be anonymous. if you would like to be eligible for and accessible through our YouTube channel Comox MFRC our Zine, please send us an email to let us know which creation is yours. [email protected] If you have further questions about the Comox Valley, or you would • By submitting an entry to this contest you are consenting to your like to connect with a friendly face, we would love to arrange a vir- art potentially being used in future CMFRC publications. Credit will tual welcome briefi ng. Email communityengagement@comoxmfrc. be given to the creator. ca to schedule a meeting; our schedules are fl exible. • Keep it clean - Be kind, positive vibes only! Welcome to Comox and ultimately, British Columbia. We are pleased to welcome you to this beautiful island! PSP on facebook DND and the CAF - covid-19 Government of canada @19wingcomoxpsp canada.ca/en/department-national-defence.html canada.ca/ COVID-19 information, Daily workouts and tips from our PSP staff. Information and resources for military and COVID19 recommendations, and PSP on facebook DND and the CAF - covid-19 Government of canadacivilian membersWe’re of the Defence Team. takingresources. @19wingcomoxpsp canada.ca/en/department-national-defence.html canada.ca/ COVID-19 information, Daily workouts and tips from our PSP staff. Information and resources for military and COVID19 recommendations, and civilian members of the Defence Team. resources. summer leave! The Totem Times is the unoffi cial publication of 19 Wing Comox - in- forming, sharing and inspiring the 19 Wing community since 1960. We aim to represent the entire 19 Wing Defence Team in our pages while off ering a connection to the broader Comox Valley. But we do take a short break every summer – and this is our last edi- tion before summer leave. Before we log off , we must begin planning for the fall. REXSPO Our REXSPO special edition will be published on Tuesday, September 1 – and it’s already booking up! If you wish to share your story, promote your organization, or advertise to the new members of 19 Wing, drop us a line. Connect anytime via email: [email protected]. Photos are especially welcome, though they should be sent as separate high resolution attachments. The deadline for this special edition is August 26, which will come ㄀㘀㈀㔀 䴀椀氀椀琀愀爀礀 刀漀眀Ⰰ 䰀愀稀漀Ⰰ 䈀䌀 ㈀㔀 ⸀㌀㌀㤀⸀㔀㔀㔀㌀ sooner than we think! Next publication: Aug 18 When we return with the August 18 publication you can look forward to details of new command teams, and important welcome information. 䄀吀吀䔀一吀䤀伀一 䴀䤀䰀䤀吀䄀刀夀 䴀䔀䴀䈀䔀刀匀℀ Until then, happy summer. Stay safe, remain kind, and enjoy the beautiful Comox Valley. 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 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℀ Camille, Gillian, Capt Little, and Lt Hejduk 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 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⸀ 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 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⸀

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“Don’t worry, it’s cloudy, I won’t get burnt.” Have you ever heard this—or even said this to yourself? Those cloudy, breezy days at the beach are often the times we get burned because we don’t notice the heat, but research suggests up to 80% of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can penetrate through light cloud. When it comes to sun safety tips, you might be familiar with the 1980’s Australian Slip, Slop, Slap campaign or even remember Sid the Seagull. Well, this message is still standing strong, with a couple of additions: Seek and Slide. Before we head outside—even on a cloudy day—it’s a helpful reminder to slip on protective clothing, slop on sunscreen, slap on a wide brimmed hat, slide on sunglasses and be prepared to seek shade. When you check the weather before you head out to enjoy the outdoors, click on the UV report to get an idea of how strong those rays might be and remember when your shadow is shorter than you, the sun is at its strongest. 19 Mission Support Squadron Seeking shade is important, but keep in mind that you can still get burned MEMBER PROFILE from refl ections off the surfaces around you, like water and sand. In addition to covering up with clothing made from tightly woven fabric, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses, the Canadian Cancer Society recommends a water-resistant broad spectrum sunscreen with a sun pro- The clothing stores and warehouse team has nearly completed an tection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. intense year-long revamp and organization project! With support When it comes to the sun’s UV rays, there are two types that can damage from all other supply departments on base, Supply has come to- your skin: UVA and UVB. The broad spectrum label on a sunscreen bottle gether to streamline the front counter, back warehouse and outside indicates protection from UVA rays. Whereas the SPF specifi es the ability to stores. Physical aspects have been reworked while DRMIS, the sup- screen, or block out, the sun’s UVB rays. SPF 30 blocks about 97% of UVB ply database, has been cleaned up. The goal was to streamline is- rays while SPF 15 blocks about 93% of UVB rays. suing, monitoring customer requests, and tracking items that have Don’t let a higher SPF give you a false sense of security though—it still been ordered. Clothing has also initiated an updated SOP for order- needs to be applied just as regularly. One common mistake often made when ing, restocking and various other aspects of #warehouselyfe. The applying sunscreen is not wearing enough, or forgetting to reapply it. It’s outdoor warehouse, referred to as the compound, has undergone important to reapply sunscreen at l east every two hours. Check the label a massive cleanup and reorganization to accommodate all neces- to see what your brand advises, as it will likely be more frequently if swim- sities for Supply and other sections within 19 MSS. Staff in cloth- ming or sweating. Be generous—you need about a golf ball sized amount ing stores have toiled to complete a 100% stocktaking of the entire to cover your body. warehouse, and they are primed to better serve their customers. While sunscreen is an important piece of sun safety, it should be used in concert with covering up, seeking shade and being mindful of those peak hours when the sun’s rays are the strongest. From 19 Wing Health Promotion, we hope you have a sun safe summer!

Studying the impact of COVID-19 isolation A Personnel Support Programs (PSP) team not only to better understand the impact of The study has three levels of participation: will be conducting a study to identify the im- isolation on their members but also assess  Answering a survey on P4 behaviours every pacts of isolation during COVID-19 on CAF the eff ectiveness of their eff orts in promoting two weeks; Individual Operational Physical Readiness. physical training and wellness during these  Answering the survey and answering daily Specifically, the status and behaviours of unprecedented times. tracking questions via text message; physical fitness, nutrition, injury and sleep All regular and primary reserve force mem-  The fi rst two conditions, plus agree that Hu- will be studied. bers are invited to participate, and the study man Performance Research & Development team The intent is to track physical activity pat- requests a commitment of 10 to 24 minutes track your FORCE evaluation results pre and post terns, sleep and nutrition habits and presence every 2-week period for as long as the CO- COVID-19. or status of musculoskeletal injuries/ pain VID-19 restrictions continue, ending with the CAF members are strongly encouraged to partici- (MSKI) of those CAF members who stayed or complete return to work and full use of PSP pate in this study. Sign up by visiting surveymon- worked from home. This will allow the CAF fi tness facilities and services. key.com/r/BalanceP4EquilibreCOVID-19.

Une équipe des Programmes de soutien du per- cile. Cela permettra aux FAC non seulement de L’étude comporte 3 niveaux de participation: sonnel (PSP) va mener une étude sur les réper- mieux comprendre l’impact de l’isolement sur  Répondre à une enquête sur les comporte- cussions de l’isolement sur l’état de préparation ses membres, mais aussi d’évaluer l’effi cacité ments des P4 toutes les 2 semaines; opérationnelle et les comportements liés à la de ses eff orts pour promouvoir l’entraînement  Répondre à l’enquête et répondre aux performance physique des membres des Forces physique et le bien-être en ces temps sans questions de suivi quotidien par message armées canadiennes (FAC) dans le contexte de précédent. texte; la COVID-19. Plus précisément, l’étude portera Tous les membres désireux de participer, et  Les 2 premières conditions et accepter que sur les comportements d’un point de vue de la cette étude demandera un engagement de 10 l’équipe de recherche et du développement en forme physique, de l’alimentation, des blessures à 24 minutes par période de 2 semaines tant et performances humaines (R&D en PH) assure et du sommeil. aussi longtemps que les restrictions en réponse le suivi des résultats de l’évaluation FORCE L’objectif est de suivre les habitudes d’activité à la COVID-19 seront imposées, et se terminera avant et après COVID-19. physique, de sommeil et d’alimentation, ainsi avec le retour complet au travail ainsi que la Les membres de la CAF sont fortement en- que la présence ou l’état des blessures/dou- réouverture complète des installations de con- couragés à participer à cette étude. Ils peu- leurs musculo-squelettiques des membres des ditionnement physique des PSP et la reprise de vent s’inscrire en cliquant sur surveymonkey. FAC qui sont restés ou ont travaillés à domi- leurs services. com/r/BalanceP4EquilibreCOVID-19. 12 | JUNE 30, 2020 | TOTEM TIMES

KRYSTAL PARSONS MORTGAGE SPECIALIST 250.897.2756 [email protected] Explore the Comox Valley this summer

1. Dig deep into coal mining history at the Cumberland Museum and Ar- chives, and then take a leisurely stroll along Cumberland’s historic main street. 2. Enjoy fresh fish sold at the Comox Wharf. 3. Visit Sieffert Farm Market, just minutes past YQQ, for fresh, locally- grown veggies. 4. Head out to Cumberland for the best donut on Vancouver Island – at the Cumberland Village Bakery! 5. Visit the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market on Saturday morning for farm fresh, organic and specialty products. 6. Dive in the waters of the Comox Valley, rated one of the top cold-wa- ter diving destinations in the world. Be sure to check with the 19 Wing Comox Scuba Club for details. 7. Explore the backcountry of Strathcona Provincial Park, British Colum- PADDLE BOARD, KAYAK & CANOE RENTALS bia’s oldest Provincial Park. Just beyond Mount Washington Alpine Re- sort and Paradise Meadows. 8. People-watch in vibrant Downtown Courtenay. 9. Hunt for fossils with the Courtenay Museum. 10. Enjoy mountain bike trails through Cumberland’s surrounding forests. Join the United Riders of Cumberland (UROC) to pitch in on trail main- tenance, or donate to the Cumberland Community Forest Society to purchase the lands for generations to enjoy. Social distancing on Comox Lake since 2014 11. Join the Comox Valley Project Watershed Society, a registered non- profit environmental society focused on sensitive habitat stewardship. Become a streamkeeper or wetlandkeeper, or get involved with the restoration of the K’ómoks Estuary and Puntledge River Watershed. 12. Join the Courtenay Fish and Game Club. Located on the pristine shores of Comox Lake, it is a place where hunters, anglers and outdoor en- thusiasts who enjoy outdoor recreation gather. 13. Stop by I-Hos Gallery on Comox Road for a stunning collection of tra- ditional and contemporary Northwest Coast artwork and crafts, pro- duced by featured First Nation artists. It’s a great place to spot eagles in the tree tops, or swooping into the estuary. 14. SUP between the bridges in the Courtenay Slough, or head out to Co- mox Lake and hook up with West Coast Water Sports. 15. Join the 19 Wing Comox Yacht Club and take advantage of instruction and rentals of equipment from the Goose Spit clubhouse. It’s the best way to enjoy the salt water around Comox – next to a visit at Airforce Beach, that is!

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