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They continue to be Betty Beard, the senior Managing Editor leaders in this community fundraising co-chairs for the and our success is in part due United Way of Quinte cam- It was much more than just to their continued commit- paign. the presentation of a cheque. ment to the United Way.” The 2008 Government of It was a vivid example of 8 Col Hood was equally Canada Workplace Charitable Wing/CFB Trenton’s won- pleased, and was quick to give Campaign committee would derful community spirit. credit where credit is due. like to give special thanks to Colonel Mike Hood, “Our was to attain Wing Foods for the excellent Commander, 8 Wing/CFB 100 per cent canvassing here, meals that they prepared dur- Trenton, had the pleasure of which we reached. A lot of ing the breakfast bashes and presenting a cheque in the work was undertaken by our pizza-pasta lunches, PSP for amount of $110,445 to Julia two co-chairs, Majors all the activities that they Gosson, Executive Director Maryse Carmichael and organized during the campaign of United Way Quinte, on Damon Perrault, both of 436 such as the Wing Commander’s Friday, February 27, 2009. Squadron, and they had great Challenge, and last but defi- Gosson was full of praise teams behind them.” nitely not least, thanks to every- for 8 Wing’s fundraising Col Hood added that it one on the Wing for making efforts, which helped the was “admirable and appreci- this year’s campaign a success. Photo: Andrea Steiner, Contact Staff United Way of Quinte not ated that they took this on,” Your hard work and efforts just reach but surpass its especially while working for during this campaign as units / Representatives from 8 Wing/CFB Trenton presented a cheque in the amount of $110,445 campaign goal of $1.65 mil- the “busiest squadron on the squadrons but also as individu- to the United Way of Quinte. Pictured from left to right: Chris Koopman, 8 Wing Canvassing lion. Total raised was Wing.” als is what truly makes you a Coordinator; Major Maryse Carmichael, 8 Wing Campaign Co-Chair; CWO Charlie Fleming, $1,652,543. Also on hand for the member of the local community. Acting Wing Chief Warrant Officer; Major Damon Perrault, 8 Wing Campaign Co-Chair; “We’d like to congratu- cheque presentation were It is because of your personal Betty Beard, United Way of Quinte Campaign Co-Chair; Colonel Mike Hood, Commander, late and thank the personnel Chris Koopman, United Way dedication that 8 Wing/CFB 8 Wing/CFB Trenton; Julia Gosson, Executive Director, United Way of Quinte; George at 8 Wing/CFB Trenton for Canvassing Coordinator for Trenton can be proud to be able Beard, United Way of Quinte Campaign Co-Chair; and Lieutenant Annie Morin, Public this outstanding achieve- 8 Wing, and George and to help others. Relations representative for the 8 Wing Campaign committee. Common sense key to thwarting theft CALL AND ANSWER by Tom Philp, Contact Staff “We’re not talking about sophisticated crimi- nals here,” said WO Russell. “It’s a nuisance, but The answer to putting an end to a recent rash of it’s still a crime, and one that can be prevented thefts from vehicles parked in the Permanent fairly easily.” Married Quarters (PMQ) section of 8 “I would like people (on the base) to lock Wing/CFB Trenton is pretty basic: lock your cars their car doors when they park them and walk at all times when they are left unattended. away,” she said. “Don’t leave expensive items in Warrant Officer In Charge (WO/IC) your car; you’re just asking these thieves to breach Charlotte Russell of the Military Police the law.” Detachment said the recent rash of complaints While word of mouth in the PMQ area has she and her staff have received from PMQ resi- likely resulted in more residents locking their dents have almost all involved the theft of items unattended vehicles, WO Russell said the prob- left in unlocked cars, parked in the driveways of lem of unauthorized entry and theft from some people’s homes. Articles stolen have ranged gen- cars and trucks is ongoing. Twelve occurrences of erally from small amounts of change, to ciga- this type have been reported since November, rettes, lighters, sunglasses, CDs and other small, with eight of them happening since January 27. portable items. At least four thefts were reported to the “We’ve had a couple of incidents where a lot detachment on March 2, all of them occurring of valuable sports equipment was left in a vehicle over the previous weekend. Among the items that was entered, but the thieves don’t seem to be stolen were an iPod valued at about $300, and a interested in larger items,” WO Russell said. wallet, containing credit cards and personal infor- Photo: by Cpl Igor Loutsiouk, 8 Wing Imaging The “small” nature of the thefts has led inves- mation. tigating Military Police officers to believe they are “Why anyone would leave their wallet in an Mr. Ed Robertson wears a wedge for the first time as part of kit fitting at Supply Stores, CFB the work of relatively young people who can’t hide unlocked car is beyond me,” WO Russell said. Trenton. He will soon become the Honorary Colonel of 424 Transport and Rescue Squadron larger items, particularly when the pattern of “Locking your car is really a matter of com- at 8 Wing/CFB Trenton. Mr. Robertson is a member and co-founder of the popular rock vehicle entries suggests they are walking around mon sense,” she said. “People need to be aware group Barenaked Ladies. See related story, Page 12. the neighbourhood late at night. that we don’t live in a vacuum.” The Contact 2 February 27, 2009 News From the Bull’s Pen

A message from the 8 Wing Chief Warrant Officer CE Building 14 Alert Blvd. to? Why do doctors leave They’re both dogs! Monday - Friday Once you’re in heav- the room while you If Wile E. Coyote 6 am -1 pm en, do you get stuck change? They’re going to had enough money to Eat in or Take out wearing the clothes you see you naked anyway. buy all that ACME crap, Call ahead for pick up orders were buried in for eterni- Why is ‘bra’ singular why didn’t he just buy 613-392-7811 Local 7299 ty? and ‘panties’ plural? dinner? Best All Day Breakfast on the Base Why does a round Why do toasters If electricity comes Daily Luncheon Specials • Homemade Soups pizza come in a square always have a setting that from electrons, does Come in & check out our regular menu! box? burns the toast to a hor- morality come from What disease did rible crisp, which no morons? cured ham actually have? decent human being Do the Alphabet How is it that we put would eat? song and Twinkle, man on the moon before If Jimmy cracks corn Twinkle Little Star have CORMIER’S AUTO REPAIR Ponderisms: we figured out it would and no one cares, why is the same tune? Trenton’s #1 Choice be a good idea to put there a stupid song about Why did you just try For Quality Auto Service For Can you cry under wheels on luggage? him? singing the two songs Over 23 Years water? Why is it that people Why is it you drive on above? How important does say they ‘slept like a baby’ a parkway and park on a Did you ever notice Complete professional service to all makes and models, a person have to be when babies wake up like driveway ? that when you blow in a Drive clean test & repair facility, Certifications, before they are consid- every two hours? If the professor on dog’s face, he gets mad at Courtesy Shuttle, Mon. to Sat. 276 Front St., Trenton 613-392-2766 ered assassinated instead Why are you in a Gilligan’s Island can you, but when you take of just murdered? movie, but you’re on TV? make a radio out of a him for a car ride, he

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Peter Mason (higher in photo) and Norm Lott, civilian mechanics employed at EME Flight, repair a High Reach Boom truck. Civilian technicians, as well as their military counterparts employed at EME Flt, are challenged daily with the wide variety of equipment repairs necessary to keep the Wing operational. March 6, 2009 The Contact 3 News Back from deployment News from the TIF Hallway Since our last check-in, Virtual Task Trainers Orientation cell has the Technical Instru- (VTTs) that will be already run two Giving it time ction Flight (TIF) at incorporated into the Servicing courses this by Padre Mike tion. me. Rather than being 426 Squadron has been Propulsion and Flight year, providing the Adamczyk “What do you nor- alarmed at such feelings, a beehive of activity. Systems courses. These Hercules community 8 Wing Chapel mally do for breakfast?” I take comfort knowing In our previous arti- VTTs are cutting-edge with trained personnel So we had breakfast at that such emotions will cle, we boasted the new computer animations of able to carry out ele- You are back! Whether home that day. swing back to what was Hercules Training aircraft maintenance mentary tasks. you have been gone for However, we have normal for me in a few Facility to be the best procedures. Looking ahead, the fifty-six days, six or once again started up an months. In the mean- thing to happen to the A student will be TIF hallway is already seven months, or nine old routine of going out time, I will try to curtail training community able to virtually disas- abuzz with plans and months, you are back for a breakfast date once my physical signs of since the invention of semble and re-assemble ideas for the J-model from tour. a week. I’m quickly fit- “blessings” during these the overhead projector. (for example) an engine Hercs and the new 426 How are you doing with ting into some routines spikes of intense emo- Well, I can honestly before ever laying a H/J school-house. With the re-integration? Do and slowly fitting into tion. say it has lived up to its hand on tools. the new building pro- you remember what the others. How are you I was sharing this reputation, and then The instructors and jected to open in 2012, chaplain suggested about doing? I’ve been home story with a fellow chap- some. Everyone that has squadron management the excitement is grow- fitting back into the rou- only a few weeks and lain and he reminded me toured, trained or taught are confident that these ing feverishly. tines of work and family? find myself surprised at that there is a team of in this facility all agree VTTs will prove to be On a final note, I I do. After all, I’m the feeling some of the emo- chaplains ready and will- that it is leading edge extremely valuable would like to comment chaplain who gave the tions I talked about in ing to listen to me share and the future of aircraft instructional tools and on how successful the briefs over and over my re-integration briefs. my story and struggles. practical training. once again 426 Sqn has hockey clinic 426 again while in theatre. Remember, it takes any- He must have seen my Moving right along, taken a lead role with Squadron conducted for Yet, here I was faced where from between one PowerPointPresentation I would like to talk these innovative train- 429 Squadron was, from with a question and pon- to three months for a six That was my last slide. about another new ini- ing initiatives. all accounts and the dering how I should month deployment to If you find yourself in tiative that’s in the TIF has four CC130 score board in the pic- answer it. get back to whatever similar situations, do not works. on-type courses in ture, a valuable learning My wife, Eileen, was “normal” was for you hesitate to talk to your TIF instructors have house right now, AVS, experience for 429 per- asking me (after being before you left (six friendly unit chaplain, been working with a Propulsion Systems and sonnel. home for two days) months for a year long social worker, MO or the contracted group from two Flight Systems Until next time, On whether I wanted to go deployment). Military Family ENGRAIN to develop courses. The Wings of Fire. out for breakfast or have Sitting at a stoplight Resource Centre breakfast at home? trying to turn left while (MFRC). Simple question. cars continue to rush We are all here to But what was it I had through the yellow light, walk with you on your told the returning CF I found myself getting journey back to whatever members? Oh yeah, “fit very angry at these “yel- “normal” is for you. into the existing routines low light opportunists.”! Remember, “normal” of home.” So I answered This is not a “normal” is just a setting on your a question with a ques- behavioural emotion for dryer. Search & Rescue UPDATE

424 Squadron had a fairly quiet week this past week. The only call-out we had involved one of our SAR-Techs having to be taken by helicopter to Belleville General Hospital after a parachute accident. Fortunately, he didn’t suffer any serious injury and returned to work the next day. Until next week, stay safe.

Missions for 2009: 23 Missions for Mar: 1 Persons rescued: 6 The Contact 4 March 6, 2009 Opinion / Editorial CanadianaCanadiana CrosswordCrossword The Contact Newspaper A message from the

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The Contact Wing Headquarters Building Annex 8 Wing / CFB Trenton PO Box 1000, Station Forces Created by Lt J. H. MacDonald, ASTRA, ON K0K 3W0 Editorial: 613-392-2811 Ext. 7005 Fax: 613-965-7490 Compiled by Tom Philp Advertising: 613-392-2811 Ext. 7008 March 6, 2009 The Contact 5 Advertising The Contact 6 March 6, 2009 News 8 Wing Personnel at Work: Captain Shannon Bernardo by 2Lt Jennifer Jackson, ensuring all members of 8 Wing Public Affairs the flight are ready to be OJT tested for their AE quali- fications by the Standards Captain Shannon Bern- Officer. ardo is an Army Nursing Captain Bernardo Officer who cares for instructions the Forward patients in the air. AE Specialist Course, She is a Flight Nurse which runs three to four who not only deploys on times a year, qualifying Aeromedical Evacuation students on the A310 (AE) missions, but as a Polaris and CC130 member of 426 Transport Hercules airframes. Training Squadron (426 Students on this course Sqn) she also teaches include Canadian Flight others how to provide the Nurses and Medical “best care in the air.” Technicians, as well as Captain Bernardo students from NATO enrolled in the Canadian (North Atlantic Treaty Forces under the Regular Organization) countries Officer Training Plan in such as Belgium, Greece June 1987. and Norway. NATO stu- She holds a Bachelor dents also include Flight of Science in Nursing Surgeons. from the University of “I really enjoy teach- Photo: Pte Gisele LeBlanc, 8 Wing Imaging Saskatchewan and is also ing students how to func- a Critical Care Nurse. tion efficiently in the air, Captain Shannon Bernardo is an Army Nursing Officer with 426 Transport Training Squadron. She She was first employed as and I really enjoy that has been at 8 Wing/CFB Trenton since 2006. a Flight Nurse (a sub- [the students] are able to was also deployed to Bernardo. “But every home and seeing them June 2006 from occupation of the benefit from the experi- Bosnia from 2000 to mission is unique, reunited with their fami- Vancouver, Capt Nursing Officer trade) in ences I gained on mis- 2001 and Afghanistan because each soldier is lies,” she says. “Our trade Bernardo most recently 1996, while posted to sions that I have done,” from 2004 to 2005. unique.” has become more promi- travelled to Key West, North Bay. says Captain Bernardo. “One mission that When asked what the nent because of the mis- Florida, in support of a In addition to being Some of these missions sticks out most in my most rewarding part of sion in Afghanistan, and Flight Surgeon Course. an instructor with the include the Hurricane mind is providing sup- being a Flight Nurse is, we provide an essential She has three dogs AE Training Flight of Mitch disaster in support port in Afghanistan after Capt Bernardo did not role as aircrew. Our named Baily, Georgie, 426 Sqn, she is also the of the Disaster Assistance the friendly-fire incident hesitate in her answer. motto is the ‘Best Care in and Cleo. In her spare Training Officer. Relief Team, the British and the bicycle-bomb “The most rewarding the Air,’ and every mis- time she is taking a Small Responsibilities of the Columbia Fires and the detonation. We evacuated part of any mission is sion we fulfill that.” Engine Repair Course Training Officer include Winnipeg Floods. She 15 patients,” said Capt bringing injured soldiers Posted to Trenton in through Loyalist College. 8 WING QUESTION PET OF THE WEEK OF THE WEEK QUESTION: "What did you do on your last winter holiday ?"

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“We just bought a “It was at Christmas, new house, so we and I spent it spent time with comfortably at home My name is Weasel and I'm a 1 year old neutered husky mix. I was the family.” with my family.” surrendered mid-Dec 08 when my owners moved to an apartment, I was adopted just before Christmas to a nice family, but then the family split and I was surrendered again. I am a very loveable, obedient, intelligent dog. I should be the only pet in the home but children are fine.. My last home had four youngsters. Do you have room in your heart and home for me...for always? Contact the Quinte Humane Society for more information. Animals are from the Quinte Humane Society 527 Avonlough Rd., Belleville 613-968-4673 This feature is wonderfully sponsored by Global Pet Foods 10% OFF EVERYDAY Cpl Moe Hurtubise WO Dave MacIntosh Cpl Chris Hatton OJT/CFPU WTN/EME A/2IC, CFPU for Military Personnel 470 2nd Dug Hill Rd., Trenton (Walmart Plaza) “I did a lot “I spent some “I haven’t taken a 613-392-9191 of snow time renovating winter holiday, but we shovelling!” my downstairs did have friends over at bathroom.” Christmas.” Please Recycle this Newspaper March 6, 2009 The Contact 7 Sports

Registration: Club Medd Rock & Bowl Amazing light & Sound Show WINNERS ANNOUNCED Swim Lessons Fridays 9:30 pm - 12:30 am Photo: Submitted Registration for 8 Wing Saturdays 7-9 pm & 9:30-12:30 am community members will take place on Reserve your Glow Birthday Party Saturday, March 28 at Saturday afternoons 4pm the RecPlex, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Call for details Numbers for service 31 Dundas St. E., Trenton 613-392-5756 will be handed out start- www.clubmeddbowl.com ing at 7:30 a.m. when the facility opens. Registration for the 8 Wing Community will continue until Tuesday, March 31, at the RecPlex during regular hours of operation. Registration for the general public will begin on Wednesday, April 1, at the RecPlex from 5 to Shown from left to right: Dave Schwartz, winner of the trip for two, 7 p.m. alongside Harold Stoddart, President of the Astra Five Pin Bowlers Numbers for service Association, and Blair Archer, winner of the 26” HD flat screen television. will be handed out start- Briargate Residences Limited ing at 4:00 p.m. Registration for all will continue until the Contractors March Break Kidz Kamp first class takes place. Bed and Breakfast Are you ready? It’s coming! The March The military community is encour- Break will be here before you know it and aged to register right away. General public Re-certification • Furnished Accommodations for contractors we want your kids! Our program is a high registration began on Tuesday, February National Lifeguard Service working in the Quinte area energy, fun-filled week with a new adven- 17, and spaces are filling up fast. The National Lifeguard • 6 miles east of CFB Trenton on Highway # 2 ture each day. Remember to bring a lunch, The weekly cost of the Kidz Kamp for Service certification • Single and double accommodations snacks and to dress for playing outside. military community members is $85 for must be re-certified • Large Multi-purpose rooms to socialize The Kidz Kamp will take place at the one child; $155 for two children; and $200 every two years. • On site laundry and games room RecPlex (located at 21 Namao Dr East) for three children. The course will take • Close to restaurants, variety store • Continental breakfast included from Monday, March 16, to Friday, The weekly cost for the general public place on Sunday, March March 20, 2009 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. is $100 for one child; $165 for two chil- 7, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. $35 daily, $150 (incl taxes) weekly with Proof of NLS is Before and after care is available, from dren; and $225 for three children. no weekend move outs. required (current or Available beginning April 1 to August 31 7 to 8 a.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m. for a cost Please be advised that payment is to be expired). Pre-registra- of $2 per hour, per child. made by cash or cheque only. tion required. Contact [email protected] Cost is $70 for mili- or 613-968-2800 x 202 National Lifeguard Course (NLS) tary community mem- Visit our website at www.briarridgegroup.com bers and $85 for the to see the facility National Lifeguard is Canada’s only Please note that attendance at all general public. nationally recognized lifeguard certi- sessions is mandatory. fication program. The course will take place on National Lifeguard is a legal cer- Friday, March 27, and Friday, April 3, Swim tificate for lifeguarding throughout from 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, March Cancellation the country, and the only lifeguard 28, and Saturday, April 4, from 9 a.m. certificate recognized by the province to 5 p.m.; Sunday, March 29, and Please note that the of Ontario. Sunday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 Rec Swim will be can- Candidates must be 16-years-old p.m. celled on Monday to register and must have completed Cost: $295 for military communi- March 9, 2009 from the Bronze Cross Course and ty members and $320 for the general Standard First Aid and CPR course. public (manual included). 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Contact 8 March 6, 2009 Fitness & Health

But I quit! So, why do I feel worse? Good Luck Each person’s reaction to quitting time. Try to avoid extra stress and differs. Commonly called “Smoker’s Coughing more: Your lungs are reduce your workload if at all possi- Participants! Flu” here are some of the symptoms clearing out mucous and the cilia in ble. you may be experiencing and ideas your airways are no longer paralysed Feeling a bit depressed or angry: to help address them. by the nicotine. You miss smoking and are going Restless, Irritable: The cause of It is not uncommon for a quitter through a grieving process that can this is due to your body craving nico- to experience more coughing right last up until two weeks. tine. This should pass within two to after quitting however this should Call upon friends and family for four weeks. subside in one to two weeks. In the support. Remember these feelings A walk, hot bath, or relaxation meantime ensure you are drinking will pass. exercise may provide you with some plenty of fluids. Feeling constipated: For the first relief. Always hungry: Make sure you one to two weeks after quitting your Feeling tired: Nicotine is a stim- aren’t mistaking physiological intestines will temporarily slow ulant; therefore don’t be surprised if hunger with the fact that your down. This is very common. you are feeling sluggish. This too mouth is missing “something” when Make sure to drink plenty of flu- should pass in two to four weeks. you quit. This generally lasts for 2-4 ids, eat fruits, vegetables and whole Make sure you are getting out for weeks and the recommendation for grains to ensure you are getting ade- walks or participating in other forms relief is to drink plenty of fluids, eat quate fibre in your diet. of physical activity. Fresh air often is crunchy and chewy snacks, chew Itchy scalp and dizziness: This is helpful in perking one up! If neces- gum, and suck on hard candies. related to your body getting an sary and if time permits take naps Keeping items like these on hand increased amount of oxygen. It will (not at work!) and easily accessible for when an last for a few days. Be sure to drink Having trouble sleeping: Your urge should strike. lots of water and change positions body is adapting to the removal of Having trouble concentrating: slowly. the nicotine. This generally takes Your body is adapting to the These symptoms, like the flu, will about one week to subside. removal of nicotine which may make pass. Keep in mind your reasons for Avoid caffeine in the evening and it difficult for you to concentrate for choosing to stop smoking and never take some time to relax before bed- the next few weeks. quit quitting. Practice the 4D’s to manage cravings and urges Delay - delay lighting your first cigarette for one hour, mouth/hands. Proudly supported by: if the craving is still present, delay for another 15 min- Do something different – don’t smoke when you utes. You are empowering your decision to quit, by first experience your craving. Change the habit or delaying, you are in control when you say “NO”. activity that you normally do while smoking, trying an Deep Breathing – this is good for you because it alternate will disassociate the habit/activity with helps you use your lung capacity. Breathe in deeply, smoking. counting to five. Breathe out slowly, counting to five Leading up to your quit day, you may have ana- again. lyzed what triggers you to want a cigarette. Drink – drink water or juice with crushed ice if Now, let’s start implementing alternatives to hav- possible. This helps flush the nicotine and other ing a cigarette in those situations. harmful chemical out of your system faster. Also, this Do not get discouraged, it takes 14 days to devel- gives you something else to do with your op a habit and 14 days to break a habit. DidDid YouYou Know?Know? Health Promotion: Mark your calendars for March is Nutrition Month. Visit The Contact’s ASIST Workshop Friday, June 12, 2009, Fitness and Health page during the month of March for weekly nutrition tips and facts. The emphasis of the vention; Link people and start your training right now for ASIST workshop is on with community reso- suicide first aid, on help- urces. what will prove to be the best ing a person at risk stay This two-day work- safe and seek further shop will take place on Surf and Turf Relay Race help. The focus is on March 19 and March 20, intervention. 2009. in the event’s 23-year history. 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Well, there seems to be some thing I have such good, whole- be particularly galling to Sens 2008 season this year but has play has been clicking along at light at the end of the tunnel for some friends. Feel the love. followers who, on paper, have a stumbled badly with only 46 2007-2008 levels), Ron Wilson Habs fans as the Canadiens Now, this “friend” has proven much better team than Toronto points in 63 games. Don’t expect (Toronto bench boss is making seem to have finally pulled out of to be an interesting case study as does. On the plus side, Ottawa a surge in the last month or so to the most out of a limited line-up their tail spin. for years he has claimed to be a fans do not have to worry about go), Henrik Lundqvist (Not with the Buds winning four in a Montreal’s recent play has staunch Maple Leafs fan. Not a the Leafs upsetting them in the hard to draw a line between his row, including three on the road. shown a few flashes of the bril- lot of years, mind you, as before playoffs. three measly wins in February Of course, the Leafs are throw- liance that was on display at the the Leafs he was a Winnipeg I would like to see Ottawa and the Rangers freefall in the ing away their chances at nab- start of the season and, when Jets fan. And before the Jets, he get its house in order, though, as standings. Hey, as long as it is bing Tavares, but 11th place in combined with some stand-on- was a Quebec Nordiques fan there were way too many Leaf the Rangers thundering in and the Eastern Conference has to your-head goaltending by (there is a distinct pattern here jerseys floating around the not the Canadiens, I am a happy be some consolation, doesn’t it?), Jaroslav Halak, has translated that I hope continues). Rideau Centre last Sunday camper), Bobby Ryan (Listing Jonathan Toews (Blackhawks’ into four wins in a row. Frankly, Although I always applaud afternoon. him here is probably a bit on the Young Gun has turned up the it was about bloody time as I was him for his Canadian content Yes, Toronto did manage to harsh side considering a lot of heat in the scoring department growing weary of the sudden (he could work for the CRTC), pull off an overtime victory on a his early output was due to with 10 goals in his last 10 flood of e-mails from gloating his choices do make him an easy goal by Pavel Kubina (he also Selanne’s absence. However, he games. He has already scored Toronto fans all barking about target for ridicule (which I do, of scored the tying marker), but is set the bar high with 12 points in two more goals (26) than his how there was no way that the course). I would hazard a guess that any reason to let a bunch of December and 16 in January, so total from last year), Martin Canadiens were ever going to to say that he is probably smarter Sundin jersey wearin’ Toronto his seven points in February Brodeur (He’s baaaaack! In the make the playoffs. than your average Leafs fan (big fans (who obviously do not seem pretty tame by compari- three games he has started since Although their bragging stretch) in that he realizes that know he is gone yet) flaunt it in son). his return off the IR he has three would have been more effective, Toronto has never been able to your own city? wins and two shutouts. Sorry say, if the Leafs were actually buy a Cup, has to rebuild, and Gather them up and let MEAT AND POTATOES Bruins fans, The Devils are the sniffing a post season berth that the rebuilding process is them loose on the Rideau to team to beat in the East), (which, of course, they’re not) I going to take years. look for weak spots in the ice. Be Mathieu Schneider (So they say Michael Ryder (His February did receive a few notable ones. A I am beginning to think he is creative. They tend to be naive, you can never go home again, injury did not slow him down bud from Winnipeg took the finally realizing the magnitude trusting and will believe any- eh? Schneider has been lighting any as he has racked up three time and energy to write up a of the task ahead of Brian Burke, thing. Just ask Harold Ballard. it up with the man advantage in goals and two assists in the three fake newspaper article detailing though, as he is wavering in his Or John Ferguson, Jr. Montreal and the Habs power games since his return). how the Habs were about to sign support. Case in point, when By Gilmour Tuttle Mike Keane, the 41 year old ex- discussing Toronto’s prospects CHARLIE POTATOES Canadien currently playing with the other day he referred to him- the Manitoba Moose in self as a “tepid” Leafs Fan. Tepid? Steve Ott (Dallas Star dodges a Winnipeg. I thought lacking passion was disciplinary bullet by receiving Of course, given their crappy solely the domain of Ottawa only a one game suspension for record and following the signing Senators fans. an alleged eye gouge against of Mathieu Schneider, another Speaking of the Ottawa, Anaheim’s ), ex-Hab on the roster of although it will be a case of too- Georges Laraque (Open mouth, Montreal’s 1993 little-too-late , the Senators had insert foot. Players with two Championship team, nothing a nice February, stringing assists and 52 PIMs should seemed far-fetched to me. I was together five wins in a row at one know what their role is, and it is able to finally relax after a day of point in the middle of the usually not taking a regular frantic internet searching and a month. shift), phone call, but not before the Not enough to move ahead (Pominville was supposed to Any responses can be sent to the Editor at damage was done. It is a good of the Leafs, however. 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ARIES (March 21-April 19): This is an important time for you. The next two weeks will give you many opportu- nities to finish up work and loose ties and give you oppor- tunities to create a whole new way of being and seeing the world. A fresh start is soon in store for you. You will see the results of your hard work and efforts. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may feel somewhat wary this week though you have little reason to. Just because you get off to a bad start at some point doesn’t mean that you won’t soon recover. You may make new friends and associations over the next few days that lead to loving times and perhaps, an unexpected blossoming romance. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Something you begin for your community may result in good memories for every- one around. This could be a good time to become better associated with others that you work with or live close to. You may share the same aspirations with others. Focus your attentions upon what needs to be done and good things should result. CANCER ( June 21-July 22): Your wisdom may make you popular in some way this week. Others are attracted to your kindness and nurturing ways. People may wish to hand you the reins at work or leadership positions and The Contact Newspaper staff would like to acknowledge Royal Lepage ProAlliance Realty other more personal, even romantic, ways. You will over- The Contact Comics. come your shyness to showcase your talents. as the weekly sponsor of our feature, LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22): This could be a great time to trav- el and explore. Others will wish to share stories and swap wisdom with you. You could meet somebody who lives very far away. Good news may come from afar. This could be a romantic and auspicious time. Freely indulge in what- ever sensual delights suit your fancy the most. Be moral. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Secrets may be revealed through very little effort upon your part. Profits may be gotten via public funds or family fortunes. You may wish to share your feelings and bring things out into the open. Don’t be overly suspicious. Be moral whenever it is even the slightest bit possible and share whenever you want to. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Something that began as small talk may soon blossom and bloom into something far more complicated, delicate, and beautiful. You may feel like a rose opening its petals for the first time. There can be a loving, passionate situation that changes your thoughts and feelings upon a certain person or subject. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Avoid sycophantic rela- tionships. You have so many talents that it’s hard for oth- ers not to wish to make use of them. However, make sure that you are sharing your abilities with others and not giv- ing them away freely for anyone to use at any point. You could find true love if you seek kind and moral people as partners. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): People may focus their energies upon you this week. Try to have as much fun as possible as long as you are moral and kind. Don’t let anyone tell you what you can and cannot do. As long as you are not hurting anyone and you are not hurting your- self, then follow your heart and be free. Follow your con- science. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Conversations may Crossword Answers involve the past or someplace close to where you grew up. Advice that you were given now may be similar to things you’ve heard in the past from wiser, more experienced individuals. You may feel drawn to your home or people who live there. Beautify your surroundings and share your wisdom. AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A sibling may behave in an eccentric or unusual way. Conversations may take on influential, bohemian tones. Someone may comment upon the fey quality of your voice. Others see you as charismat- ic and influential. Your intelligence will net you admirers and perhaps a prize due to your hard work and ability to reason. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You may have the best of both worlds. Tradition and progression mix in auspicious ways. Don’t be surprised if someone gives you a gift that’s been long overdue. Others are drawn to you. Your person- al values may change in interesting ways. People may com- ment upon the charm and eloquence of your speech and movement.

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Ballroom Dance Registration - Spring Session *New Instructor, Mary McEwan comes with years of teaching experience in Ballroom and Latin Dances* March 24 – May 12 or March 25 – May 13 (Eight-week Session $80/couple or $40/single) Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess (Main Lounge) Tuesday 6:30 to 8 p.m. or 8 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday 6:30 to 8 p.m. or 8 to 9:30 p.m. Leçons de danses sociales, session printanière *Nouvelle instructeure, Mary McEwan apporte des années d’expériences d’instruction en danses sociales et latines* du 24 mars au 12 mai ou du 25 mars au 13 mai (session de 8 semaines 80$/couple ou 40$/célibataire) Mess des Sergents et adjudants Les mardis de 18h30 à 20h ou de 20h à 21h30 Les mercredis de 18h30 à 20h ou de 20h à 21h30 Babysitting Course Evening Pops and Tots Babysitting Course March Break sponsored by the Belleville Ontario Early Years Centre We are offering a Babysitting Course during March break. Thursday 5:00 - 7:00 pm Babies - 6 years Spaces are limited and payment must be paid at registration. Join in the fun with Serge and Steve and chat with other Tuesday March 17 from 1:00 - 4:00pm and dads in a child friendly environment with many activities Wednesday March 18 from 9:00am - 3:30pm. available for you and your child(ren) to do. Share your tal- Cost is $20 for military, $25 non-military. Must be 12 years and older. ents with us. We are always looking for Dads to bring in their talents and share with the children, such as wood Cours de gardien averti working, music, face painting, anything of interest for the children or other Dads. Dinner provided!!! Please register Semaine de la relâche each week by calling the MFRC reception at 613-965- Nous offrirons un cours de gardien averti pendant la semaine de la 2442, so we can accurately prepare for everyone. relâche. Les places sont limitées et les frais doivent être payés en même temps que l’inscription. Papas et bambins mardi 17 mars 13h à 16h et mercredi 18 mars de 9h à 15h30 Halte-jeux bilingue commanditée par le Centre de la petite enfance de l’Ontario Les frais sont de 20 $ pour les militaires, 25 $ pour les civils. de Belleville Pour les 12 ans et plus. Les jeudis de 17h à 19h pour les enfants de 0 à 6ans To know more about Military Discount Program, venez vous amuser et jaser avec Serge et Steve ainsi que d’autres papas dans please visit the MFRC website!!! un environnement amical où plusieurs activités sont disponibles pour vous et vos enfants. Nous espérons que les papas partageront leurs idées et leurs tal- If you know of any businesses offering discount to the mili- ents, que ce soit du bricolage avec le bois, de la musique, de la peinture faciale tary, tell them about this program or tell us about them. ou toutes autres activités susceptibles d’intéresser les bambins et les papas. Thank you!. Le souper est fourni!!! S’il-vous-plaît inscrivez-vous à l’avance au 613-965- Pour plus d’information sur le Programme de rabais pour les mili- 2442, nous pourrons prévoir suffisamment pour tous. taires, svp, visitez le site Web du CRFM. Si vous connaissez des entreprises qui offre déjà un rabais aux militaires, informez les de notre programme ou Visit www.trentonmfrc.cfbtrenton.com informez-nous de leur rabais.Merci! Visitez www.trentonmfrc.cfbtrenton.com

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L’Envol celebrates 10 years of education We would like to invite all CFB Trenton Military by Tom Philp, Contact Staff op an excellent mastery Personnel to visit our of French and a high dealership. We have a L’Envol, the French level of bilingualism, as bilingual sales person on Catholic Elementary well as catholic values, School located at 45 Mme Cloutier said. staff to assist you with all Johnson Avenue, this The festivities of the Pat Morgan your automotive needs. year celebrates a decade February 27 celebration Nous souhaitons la bienvenue à tous le of providing French-lan- included an interactive guage education to some play with an Egyptian personel militaire de la BFC Trenton et nous of the youngest members theme about the history vous invitons à visiter notre concessionaire. of the 8 Wing/CFB of writing, led by M. Pat Morgan pourra vous servir en français. Trenton community. Lauraine David; face One of 46 schools in painting and temporary the ‘Conseil des écoles tattoos; dancing; birth- catholique de langue day cakes; and the very française du centre-est’ popular “balloon man” Students of all ages enjoyed the festivities! (CECLFCE), L’Envol Denis Marcil who creat- Trenton began with 10 ed animals for the eager 174 Trenton Frankford Rd. Hwy 33, Trenton students in a classroom children. 613-392-1245 at St. Mary’s Catholic More than 25 parents Easily accessed location just Elementary School in and younger sisters and South of exit 525 off of Highway 401 September, 1998. brothers of L’Envol stu- The first of two dents also attended the portable classrooms ded- fête. icated to French-speak- Registrations at ing students was deliv- CSDCEO elementary ered in November of that schools are accepted at all year, with a second times. For more informa- portable unit being tion, please call 613-392- added one year later. 5590, or visit online: Construction of the per- www.lenvol.ecolecatholi The Balloon Man, Denis Marcil, was a big hit with manent « École élémen- que.ca/fr. L’Envol students. taire catholique L’Envol » Photos: Tom Philp, Contact Staff also began in 1999. Under the leadership of Principal Gratia Bélanger, the current school boasts 145 stu- dents and about 16 full and part-time teachers Drs John and Sue Marinovich and support staff. According to Josée and staff have been serving the dental Cloutier, a religious community of Quinte since 1994. instruction teacher at We offer complete dental care for all ages. L’Envol, the school We are now accepting new patients at our office at works hard to provide the M&M’s plaza. programs that lead to the success of all students, 613-392-3939 from Junior Kindergarten through 257 Dundas St E Grade 8. Trenton L’Envol students have K8V 1M1 a great environment in Lauraine David, dressed as an Egyptian queen, led an interactive play about which to learn, to devel- the history of writing, complete with a pyramid game and prizes.

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