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Monday, February 5, 2018 Volume 52, Issue 3

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Final operational flight

Three Sea King helicopters fly past HMCS Charlottetown during the final operational flight of Sea Kings from 423 Squadron, 12 Wing Shearwater, on Janu- ary 26, 2018. MCPL ALEXANDRE PAQUIN, 12 WING IMAGING

HMCS St. John’s sails on Money Matters Twin sisters in Kingston Women's basketball Op REASSURANCE Pg. 3 special Pgs 12 - 13 class ships Pg. 15 development camp Pg. 20

145031 2 TRIDENT News February 5, 2018 HMCS Charlottetown returns after six-month NATO deployment

By Ryan Melanson, arrived in France on a C-17 Globe- Trident Staff master and was swapped in without any assistance from contractors or After a half year at sea and away allies. The replacement of a diesel from their loved ones, the wait is generator while alongside in Croatia over for the ship’s company of HMCS also allowed the ship’s engineering Charlottetown. department to prove their worth, Cdr The frigate arrived back in Hali- Decicco said. fax Harbour on January 19 after a “We opened up the whole ship from six-month deployment to Op REAS- top to bottom for some major engi- SURANCE in the Baltic and Mediter- neering work over about two and a ranean, with hundreds of friends half weeks and it went off without a and family letting out loud cheers as hitch.” Charlottetown came alongside. The Charlottetown marked the eighth Stadacona Band was at the jetty with rotation to Op REASSURANCE a few tunes for the occasion, despite since 2014 for the RCN in support a cold morning, and representatives of the NATO assurance and deter- from the MFRC were also on hand rence measures in the region. Seeing with colouring books for the kids and the situation first-hand, including plenty of coffee. a large amount of non-allied naval As usual, one sailor won the first and air activity in the Baltic and kiss lottery, and LS Chris Martin was North sea, highlighted the impor- the first off the ship to be reunited tance of Canada’s contribution for with fiancée Rosemary Holland for HMCS Charlottetown arrives in Halifax harbour after a 6-month Op REASSUR- the crew, Cdr Decicco said. In addi- the first time since getting engaged ANCE deployment. tion to the Maritime Task Force, Op while at sea. As the rest of the sailors MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA REASSURANCE has also seen more marched down the gangway to be than 1,000 Canadian Army soldiers reunited with family, the mood was “He’ll get a good sleep and some many hours of interoperability train- deployed in eight different Central markedly different than when the food from his favourite pizza place ing and relationship building with and Eastern European countries crew departed Halifax in August of tonight, and we’ll go from there,” she NATO allies, and other operational since 2014, and the CAF Air Task last year. added. highlights included swapping out the Force recently contributed to patrols “Coming home is the best part; it’s Though everyone was happy to get ship’s embarked Sea King helicopter and enhanced air policing in Roma- always a joyous occasion. I’m just hap- home, Cdr Nathan Decicco, Char- about halfway through the mission nia and Iceland. py to see my family and see my kids, lottetown’s Commanding Officer, was after a fuel cell problem that couldn’t With the rotation complete for and now we’ll go home and try to get quick to credit his crew for extremely be repaired at sea. A new Sea King Charlottetown, members of the crew back to our normal lives,” said Lt(N) high levels of morale through will take a break with some Duncan Wolfe, who was greeted by the tail end of the trip. well-deserved leave time. Once his wife Laquisha and three children, “As you walked around the they do return to work, many of holding up a sign proudly proclaiming ship recently, you would see the personnel from this deploy- that the ‘Wolfe Pack’ is now complete. people smiling, and so often ment will rotate off the ship and “Everytime he leaves, it’s like start- after a six month deploy- into the Navy’s training estab- ing fresh and meeting for the first ment that isn’t the case, and lishments, where they can use time all over again. We’ve got a lot of you have people who are their recent experience to help date nights coming up now,” Laquisha exhausted and just looking prepare others for future REAS- Wolfe said. forward to getting home,” he SURANCE deployments and Some were sailing on their first- said. A lot of close friendships other overseas missions. ever deployment of this length, while were formed on board, and “By deploying, seeing what’s others like PO1 Patrick Cooper-Mayer members were always able to happening out there and do- have grown accustomed to the rou- share in successes or look to ing some of those real-world tine. With 16 years of service and ex- one another for support when operations, they’re in a really perience sailing in the Victoria-class needed. good position to stay in Halifax submarines, a half year on a frigate is “We’ve all been through the or head to Victoria and train no sweat. same program for the last 12 the next batch of sailors,” Cdr “It’s a part of normal life for us now, months, and people are really Decicco said. you get used to it and you learn how feeding off that. There’s a lot of “They have a lot of knowledge to deal. Some people find it really dif- positivity and a lot of pride in The Wolfe family awaits the arrival of HMCS Char- now as to what sailors can ex- ficult but we make it work,” said PO1 what they’ve accomplished in lottetown and Lt(N) Duncan Wolfe at Jetty NB on Janu- pect on this type of deployment Cooper-Mayer’s wife Beth at the jetty that short amount of time.” ary 19. and how they can deal with it, with her two daughters. The deployment allowed for MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA so they’ll pass that on.”

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By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

There was a mixture of excitement and sadness at HMC Dockyard on the morning of January 16, as the crew of HMCS St. John’s prepared to depart Halifax for an Op REASSURANCE deployment that will keep the highly- capable sailors away from home for more than six months. The departure marks the ninth rota- tion of an RCN frigate to Op REAS- SURANCE, which has been Canada’s contribution to NATO assurance and deterrence measures in Central and Eastern Europe since 2014. It’s the second time St. John’s has deployed, and it will soon join Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 to replace HMCS Charlottetown, which arrived back in Halifax on January 19. “These departures are always bittersweet. Obviously it’s sad that peoples’ loved ones are heading over the horizon for six months, but today is the culmination of a tremendous amount of work by the crew of HMCS St. John’s,” said RAdm Craig Baines, Commander MARLANT and JTFA, just prior to the ship’s departure. The lead-up to the deployment has been a unique one for St. John’s; the ship is joining its NATO allies just three months after being tasked with hurricane relief efforts following the A well-wisher holds up a Canadian flag for the crew of HMCS St. John’s as the ship slips Jetty NB and begins its departure. devastating storms in the Caribbean. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA The crew left Halifax on October 1 of last year, spent three weeks in South “We’ve already sailed thousands “It’s all been in preparation for the with an embarked CH-148 Cyclone for Caicos and Dominican providing of miles and spent many weeks away deployment, and now that day is upon the first time. critical aid and helping to facilitate from home,” he said, describing that us.” For the families and friends gath- rescues, and then quickly returned to short deployment along with the The ship will sail to the Mediter- ered at the jetty, the excitement about continue preparations ahead of Op workups and long training hours ranean with an embarked CH-124 Sea training successes and RCN capabili- REASSURANCE. Cdr Gordon Nose- spent ensuring the crew and ship is King helicopter, an essential tool and ties was overshadowed by the knowl- worthy, the Commanding Officer of operationally ready. He also credited force multiplier for St. John’s, and edge that their loved ones will be St. John’s, said the unexpected trip the FMF, Sea Training and other sup- this rotation should mark the last spending the winter away from home. was an example of the versatility of port organizations who also put extra deployment to Op REASSURANCE Lots of hugs and tearful goodbyes sea power and the high readiness of effort into St. John’s preparations for Canada’s 50-year-old maritime were had, and many held up signs RCN personnel, and that his crew through the last eight months. choppers. HMCS Ville de Quebec will or Canadian flags as the crew waved was extremely proud to represent “Without those many long days and replace St. John’s and join the NATO goodbye and St. John’s slow made its Canada in assisting victims of the evenings, we wouldn’t be as ready as mission later this year, and plans are way out of the harbour. storms. we are today,” he said. for Ville de Quebec to sail overseas “The kids will miss him and I’ll miss him,” said Debbie Littlewood. She and her three children said good- bye to hull tech PO2 Eric Caron, and she said aside from the missing com- panionship, small tasks like grocery shopping and shoveling the driveway also start to add up when running the household without her partner. “Day to day life just isn’t the same when he’s not around.” Cdr Noseworthy highlighted family members and their support as crucial to the morale and effectiveness of his crew, with sacrifices that begin during the busy pre-deployment period and continue through the duration of the ship’s time overseas. “They’ll continue to carry those HMCS St. John’s begins its departure from Halifax for Op Members of the ship’s company wave goodbye to the crowd at heavy burdens while we’re deployed, REASSURANCE on January 16. HMC Dockyard before setting sail. and it’s that support that will enable MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF us to execute our mission,” he said. 4 TRIDENT News February 5, 2018 www.tridentnewspaper.com Community Calendar Publication Reunion and event notices must be submitted by email. Schedule [email protected] include the sender’s name and phone number. for 2018 A notice will not be published if the event is to happen more that one year from publication date. Submissions may be edited. January 8 — MFRC; 12 Wing Shearwater centenary special January 22 February 5 — MFRC; Money Matters 615 (Bluenose) Royal Canadian Psychology Month Learning Series their land. 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By Lt(N) Padre Graeme Carruth, Resource Manager, FCC(P), CF H Svcs C(A)

So I’m listening to the radio this morning to an interesting discussion about how values among a younger generation include having more control over one’s life and life’s direc- tion. Unfortunately, the tough reality with my family. Likewise, the fact Naval Reservists from 22 Naval Reserve divisions spent two weeks training at sea is that true control over one’s life and that the bank controls me this way in an Orca class vessel. direction is often an illusion, espe- affects how soon I feel I can afford A/SLt Alex Wood (HMCS York) cially in this business where we have to walk away from the CAF, which so many over us who tell us what to do further limits the control I have over and when and how to do it. Neverthe- my choices. I don’t have to sit with Naval Reservists go to less there is a field of opportunity in my debt very long before I realise how which we do have a measure of con- much personal control I lose by owing trol. One of those areas can include the bank a chunk of money. sea in Orca class vessels the realm of personal finances. Given this reality, it’s no wonder Je- It’s old news that we should mini- sus had so much to say about money mise debt and maximise investment. and how easy it is to lose ourselves By A/SLt Alex Wood, ners to adapt the sequence of events But that’s not just about tomorrow to its control of our lives. Whatever PAO, HMCS York and personnel changes in order to and retirement, it’s about today. The may be our personal spirituality and insure that valuable training time Bible’s book of Proverbs, which is a our personal grounding for resilience, More than 100 members from 22 of was not lost. ‘chicken soup for the soul’-type col- debt worry can undermine both as Canada’s 24 Naval Reserve divisions “You are always considering lection of sayings that have stood the well as our sense of control in the participated in a two-week exercise weather when planning any Orca test of centuries, points out the real- here and now. aboard four Orca Class training sail, but particularly so at this time ity that “the borrower is slave to the Thankfully, there are some things vessels. Led by Officer in Tactical of year,” said lead planning officer lender” (Proverbs chap 22, verse 7). we can do to gain better control and Command, LCdr Trent Nichols, Lt(N) Ron Clancy of HMCS York. And that certainly has proven true for richer spirituality. One thing I have Commanding Officer, HMCS Queen, “However, while we had several me. Currently we owe a mortgage on found helpful is to include my financ- sailors from various trades practiced plans in place to mitigate inclem- the house that not only has to be paid es in my personal spirituality. Or put their skills and learned about ship- ent weather on the coast, including back, but it’s the bank that gets to tell another way, when it comes to spend- board life. alongside training and alternative me how fast and how much extra I’m ing money I consider how the spend- Naval Reservists from all ranks port visits, we did not expect to have going to have to pay in interest just ing supports the deep values that and trades came together to refresh so many people impacted by flight for the privilege of living in the house matter to me. Will it benefit my fam- their skills, progress in individual delays on their way here. It certainly that they can repossess if I fail to pay ily? Will it show my love for someone? training and for several members ex- called for some creative problem on time! In a fashion, we are slaves Will it help a person in need? And perience life at sea for the first time. solving.” to the bank and the bank has a lot of of course if I am just spending it on Naval Warfare Officers honed their During week two, the ships were control over my life. something fun, which is totally cool, I expertise in navigation and ship forced to seek shelter and go to an- To be honest, I’m satisfied with the do ask: will I feel good about spending handling as they responded to man chor in Nanoose Bay as winds in the deal because I need a place to live that money 10 days afterward? over board and steering gear break- Strait of Georgia exceeded 30 Knots. that my family is happy with. But it Everyone will find his/her answer down drills. Boatswains, cooks and Despite the foul weather, sailors does limit my ‘today choices’ in terms to these questions but it has been my other crewmembers worked on fire- participated in seamanship training of what I can do that costs money. experience that posing myself these fighting techniques, knot tying and and damage control exercises while Because the bank gets a big chunk of questions when it comes to spending casualty clearing as well as working waiting for the storm to pass. my paycheque, I can’t do some things money helps me to maintain greater with heaving lines and manning the During their down time, the I want to and I am limited in some of personal control and to live a happier Zodiac. sailors were able to enjoy some of the nice things I would like to share more fulfilled life. Every mariner knows that weather British Columbia’s port destina- is a crucial factor when planning for tions including Nanaimo, Ganges ships going to sea. In this case, how- Harbour, Gibson’s Landing, and ever, weather from across the coun- Vancouver. try played a direct role. Conditions The two-week Orca sail is the lon- in eastern Canada at the beginning gest NRETS exercise of the NAVRES African History Month 2018 events of January delayed and even can- training calendar. The success of celed flights for many participants, this exercise is a tribute to the dedi- Continued from page 4 Brook Rd; Cherry Brook. Freewill resulting in travel times of as much cation, ingenuity and hard work of offering. as 50 hours, requiring exercise plan- our sailors from coast to coast. February 21. Author reading with February 25. Annual AHM Wor- Wanda Lauren Taylor. 7 p.m., Halifax ship Service. 10:45 a.m., Cornwallis North Branch Library; 2285 Gottingen Street Baptist Church, 5457 Cornwal- ANTOVIC St., Halifax. Free event. lis Street, Halifax. REAL PROPERTY February 22. Viola Desmond's February 26. 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By Ryan Melanson, Newly assigned roles for the Army Trident Staff Reserve will soon see units focus on one of four specific taskings – direct The senior Army officer in Atlantic fire support, mortars, pioneers, and Canada identifies diversity, recruit- light urban search and rescue. Those ment and retention as among the most changes, along with the training and important issues facing the organiza- equipment that come with them, will tion today, and while recruitment tar- begin this summer. gets for women and visible minorities “Those units will get additional will take hard work to meet, he says full-time soldiers posted in to develop the CAF must remain committed. those capabilities, and it means when “We all know that if we don’t har- the full-time force needs that capabil- ness the best people, and keep the ity, they’re coming to those units to best people, we won’t be the best. The get it,” BGen Macaulay said. best means we have to be diverse, and “The integration is exciting, and we’re getting there, but we still have a I think it’s what our part-time units long way to go," said BGen Derek Ma- want.” caulay, CO of 5th Canadian Division, But he still expects difficulties speaking to members of the Royal ahead in finding and retaining talent United Services Institute of Nova for 5 Cdn Div and the CAF as a whole, Scotia on January 10. and said he and other senior lead- The Division is comprised of about ers will continue to explore different 2,000 Regular Force and nearly 3,000 ways to grow and diversify the ranks. Reserve Force members spread out BGen Derek Macaulay, CO of 5 Cdn Div, gave a presentation and took questions dur- What’s certain, he said, is that the over 27 units and five bands in 30 ing a meeting of RUSI(NS) at Royal Artillery Park on January 10. part-time and full-time units under different communities throughout 5 CDN DIV PA his command will remain operation- New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince ally ready and committed to serving Edward Island and Newfoundland and yearly tuition reimbursements of the Regular Force, and more than 100 at home and abroad. Labrador, along with the Canadian $2,000 are also available for soldiers of the 500 total new TAPVs will be “Over these four provinces, we see a Combat Support Brigade in Kingston, pursuing post-secondary studies. allocated to Reserve units across the lot of men and women who give their Ontario, which is now under 5 Cdn BGen Macaulay said he’s putting country. Another new piece of kit, heart and soul to this uniform and are Div command. Also included is the a focus on ensuring members are the Boeing Insitu Blackjack UAV, is very proud to wear the Canadian flag 5th Canadian Ranger Patrol Group aware of these potential benefits currently in the hands of 4 Regt (GS) on their shoulder. The soldiers are in in Newfoundland and Labrador, and and have access to any help needed and will eventually be integrated into our communities, they’re training, about 1,000 civilian employees across to take advantage of them. Keep- other 5 Cdn Div units. and they’re ready.” the different units. ing civilian employers aware of the Since taking command of the divi- training and skills provided by the sion last spring, BGen Macaulay said Army, and how they can be transfer- he’s learned retaining members is a able to the workplace, can also help challenge across 5 Cdn Div units. To prevent potential reservists from be successful, the Army must be able having to choose between a civilian to hold on to enough of its current or military career, he said. soldiers while it brings in new blood, There also exists a propensity for he said. Atlantic Canadians to want to stay “That’s going to become a problem close to home, and in a region where in the near future. We need to figure employment numbers sometime lag out ways to keep our soldiers in.” behind the rest of the country, that He spoke about a number of poten- presents an opportunity to keep sol- tial solutions or recent changes that diers happy. might encourage personnel to con- “If we can allow people to stay here, tinue serving, including some that grow their families here, and retire stem from Canada’s new defence here, we should be doing that,” BGen policy and an increased focus on Macaulay said. the wellbeing of CAF members and New equipment and new roles for their families. For part-time mem- Army Reserve units should also help bers, new summer employment op- inject some excitement and morale portunities can guarantee 12 weeks into the Division. He stressed that of full-time paid work through the Army’s new Tactical Armoured Corporate Champion and Supporter the first four years of service, and Patrol Vehicles are not strictly for “Interactive, appealing and informative” are some of the terms used to describe HMCS Sackville’s new website www.hmcssackville.ca created by Colour, an integrat- ed and marketing agency specializing in digital and social media. The new website is at designed to increase awareness, including the significance of Sackville; membership and support for the Second World War corvette that was designated Canada’s Naval CF CHAPELS Memorial in 1985. To recognize the significant number of hours dedicated to the proj- Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche ect by Colour staff beyond that agreed to in the website contract the board of directors Stadacona Shearwater of the volunteer Canadian Naval Memorial Trust (CNMT) that owns and operates 10h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic Sackville awarded the Destroyer Class Supporter plaque to the Halifax agency. Co- -English -Bilingual/bilingue lour’s contribution to the project will be recognized on the donor recognition board in Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements the ship. Cdr (ret’d) Wendall Brown (left), chair of the CNMT presents the plaque to BaptiSm, matrimony & other SaCramentS - By appointment/requeSt Sarah Flynn, senior vice-president of Colour; Capt(N) (ret’d) John Pickford, a CNMT director and chair of the Trust’s website working committee is at right. 145034 BILL GARD, CNMT February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 7

Révellion, and our newest Holiday To show the value of volunteer time Volunteer Recognition Night Breakfast event. I want to say a sin- that is given to both organizations, a cere thank you on behalf of the entire mock cheque was presented to Shelley By Sarah-Jean Mannette, everyone, that faith, hope and family MFRC team. Volunteers give their Hopkins and Joni Sawler, PSP Manag- Communications, H&R MFRC make life wonderful. time, something that is really precious er, for $217,500.00. This cheque reflects The holiday-themed event was not in today’s fast paced world, and the the dollar value of cumulative hours Volunteers with the H&R MFRC and overshadowed by the reason for the work they do to support military fami- volunteers have donated in one year, a PSP Community Recreation enjoyed celebration. Shelley Hopkins, ex- lies is sincerely appreciated.” huge benefit for both organizations. an evening of holiday- inspired fun. ecutive director at the H&R MFRC, Volunteers are well known at the On behalf of the H&R MFRC and The annual Volunteer Recognition expressed to volunteers how essential MFRC and PSP facilities, many of PSP Community Recreation, we sin- Event has been held for more than 16 they are. “As a charity, the H&R MFRC whom have been volunteering for cerely thank everyone who made this years. This year’s event was sponsored relies heavily on volunteers to support over 15 years. Volunteers are military evening such a success. Volunteers by CANEX. 100 volunteers and guests us in all aspects of program and ser- members, family members and those are vital to the work we do to support took over the elegantly decorated Nep- vice delivery, including membership who have a passion for supporting our military members and their fami- tune Theatre on Wednesday, December on the Board of Directors. We could military families. lies. Thank you to all the volunteers. 13, 2017 to enjoy the theatre’s holiday not possibly offer the level and volume This is CANEX’s third year as the show, It’s a Wonderful Life. of program and services to families national sponsor for the event, which The evening featured a stage adap- without volunteer support, for things provides the H&R MFRC and PSP tation of an iconic film by the same like CO’s Briefings, welcome calls, fa- Community Recreation the oppor- name, in which a guardian angel cilitating programs and running more tunity to show their gratitude and reminds the lead character of all the than 20 special events a year such as thanks to the amazing contributions good he has done, reminding him, and Family Days, parades, Op We Care, volunteers make throughout the year. Soirée de reconnaissance des bénévoles Par Sarah-Jean Mannette, ale pour Shelley Hopkins, directrice bénévoles donnent leur temps, quelque Communications, CRFM H et R générale du CRFM H et R, d’exprimer chose qui est vraiment précieux dans le Special thanks to CANEX for sponsor- aux bénévoles à quel point ils sont monde trépidant d'aujourd'hui, et le tra- ing the Volunteer Recognition Event. Les bénévoles du CRFM H et R et du essentiels : « En tant qu'organisme de vail qu'ils font pour soutenir les familles Kathryn Chambers, Myrna Stewart and PSP ont eu droit à une soirée fort amu- bienfaisance, le CRFM H et R s'appuie militaires est sincèrement apprécié. » Shelley Hopkins accept the mock cheque sante inspirée de la comédie Week-end beaucoup sur les bénévoles pour nous Les bénévoles sont bien connus showing the value of volunteer time that en famille. Nous célébrons nos bé- soutenir dans tous les aspects de la dans les installations du CRFM et de is given to H&R MFRC and PSP. névoles depuis plus de seize ans et cette prestation des programmes et des ser- la PSP, dont beaucoup font du bénévol- SUBMITTED année, CANEX a parrainé l’activité qui vices, y compris l'adhésion au Conseil at depuis plus de 15 ans. Les bénévoles a rassemblé plus de 100 bénévoles et d'administration. Nous ne pouvions sont des militaires, des membres de la de 217 500 $ a été remis à Shelley Hop- leurs invités, au Neptune Theatre, mer- pas offrir le niveau et le volume de famille et ceux qui ont la passion de kins et Joni Sawler, directrice de PSP. credi, le 13 décembre 2017 afin de voir programmes et de services aux familles soutenir les familles militaires. Ce chèque représente la valeur cumulée le spectacle It’s A Wonderful Life. sans soutien bénévole, pour des choses Ceci est la troisième année du de toutes les heures travaillées par les La pièce de théâtre a comporté une comme les briefings du Commandant, CANEX à titre de commanditaire na- bénévoles en une année, un immense adaptation scénique d'un film emblé- les appels de bienvenue, la facilita- tional pour cet événement qui permet atout pour les deux organisations. matique du même nom, dans lequel tion des programmes et l'exécution de aux Loisirs communautaires des PSP et Au nom du CRFM H et R et des un ange gardien rappelle au person- plus de 20 événements spéciaux par an au CRFM H et R d’exprimer leur grati- loisirs communautaires PSP, nous nage principal de tout le bien qu'il a comme, les jours de famille, les parades, tude et leur reconnaissance pour les remercions sincèrement tous ceux et fait, lui rappelant, et nous tous, que la Op We Care, Réveillon, et notre nouveau fabuleuses contributions que font les celles qui ont fait de cette soirée un foi, l'espérance et la famille rendent la déjeuner de vacances événement. Je bénévoles tout au long de l’année. Pour succès. Le travail des bénévoles est vie merveilleuse. tiens à vous remercier sincèrement au illustrer la valeur de cette contribution indispensable au soutien de nos mil- Cette soirée était l’occasion idé- nom de toute l'équipe du CRFM. Les en temps des bénévoles, un faux chèque liaires et leurs familles.

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We want to thank the loyal par- challenging to maintain interest our emergency housing and emer- on fundraising initiatives to offer ticipants of the MFRC’s annual and sales. For this reason, we have gency services when families found much needed programs and services, Vacation Lottery Extravaganza decided to take a break so that we themselves in situations of excep- so your support is essential and very fundraiser. For 14 years, you have can review the Extravaganza and tional circumstance. much appreciated. Please stay tuned purchased your lottery tickets to gather feedback. We appreciate all As a charity, the H&R MFRC relies for more from your MFRC. directly support military families, the support the community has and we are so very appreciative. given to this campaign for the last This time of year you would typi- 14 years. The fundraising dollars Buying, Selling or Relocating cally see promotion of the Extrava- allowed us to provide respite and ganza; however, it has become quite casual care programming, support Are you buying a good investment? What is your property worth? Vacation Lottery Extravaganza Winners for January / Gagnant de la We are experts in Real Estate Valuation, providing accurate loterie Extravaganza Vacances au soleilpour les mois de janvier Estimates of Value, serving military families for 24 years.

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By CMP you, as an individual, to protect your These include: all mental health. By accessing coun- mental health and well as to develop • living in a safe community that is selling programs, classes or training We all know that our work and our coping skills for mental health: accepting, supportive and free of that teach coping skills, you can learn workplace can have an impact on our What can help protect your mental violence how to deal with problems or transi- mental health and well-being. health? • having healthy and supportive tions that come up in life, such as: Defence Team leadership has com- Regardless of your age, you can relationships, which help you form • moving to a new city mitted to building and sustaining a have better mental healthif you: meaningful connections • changing schools healthy, respectful and safe workplace, • ea t a healthy diet, which supports http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/sfv- • starting a new job and to ensuring that the right pro- a healthy body and brain avf/info/psr-relations-eng.php • unemployment grams and services are in place to im- • ar e physically active, which • living in housing that is clean and • becoming a parent prove the physical and mental health reduces stress and helps with con- well maintained • medical emergencies of all Defence Team members. centration • getting an education • traumatic experience This commitment is more than just • get enough sleep, which makes you • having a steady job • retiring programs and services - the health more alert and able to cope with • death of a loved one and well-being of Defence Team mem- stress How can you develop coping skills bers is a shared responsibility be- for mental health? Learning coping skills early in life tween the employee and the organiza- Certain life environments can also Learning ways to cope with challeng- can help protect your mental health tion. Here are some resources to help help protect your mental health. ing life events can also help your over- from childhood into adulthood.

Protéger votre santé mentale

Par CPM • faire de l'activité physique, ce qui • commencer un nouvel emploi; • partir à la retraite; diminue le niveau de stress et • êtr e sans emploi; • composer avec la mort d'un être cher. Nous savons tous que notre travail favorise la concentration; • devenir parent; et notre milieu de travail peuvent in- • dor mir suffisamment, ce qui vous • composer avec des urgences médi- Acquérir des capacités d'adaptation fluer sur notre santé mentale et notre rend plus alerte et plus à même de cales; tôt dans la vie peut vous aider à proté- bien-être. composer avec le stress. • vivre des expériences traumati- ger votre santé mentale, de l'enfance à Les dirigeants de l'Équipe de la santes; la vie adulte. Défense sont engagés à mettre en Certaines situations de vie peuvent place et à conserver un milieu de également contribuer à protéger votre travail sain, sécuritaire et propice santé mentale. Les voici : au respect, ainsi qu'à garantir que • vi vre dans un milieu sécuritaire, les programmes et les services accueillant et exempt de violence; pertinents sont offerts pour amélio- • entr etenir des relations saines, rer la santé physique et mentale de axées sur l'entraide, ce qui aide à tous les membres de l'Équipe de la développer des liens profonds; Défense. • vi vre dans un logement propre et La portée de l'engagement va au- bien entretenu; delà des programmes et des services; • poursui vre des études; la santé et le bien-être des membres • a voir un emploi stable. de l'Équipe de la Défense constitu- ent une responsabilité commune des Comment peut-on développer une employés et de l'organisation. Voici capacité d'adaptation pour conserver des ressources pour vous aider, sur le une bonne santé mentale? plan personnel, à protéger votre santé Apprendre des façons de composer mentale et à acquérir une capacité avec des événements stressants de la d'adaptation pour conserver une vie peut aussi contribuer à votre santé bonne santé mentale : mentale en général. En recourant à Quels facteurs peuvent contribuer à des programmes de consultation, des protéger votre santé mentale? classes ou des formations qui vous Peu importe votre âge, vous pouvez montrent des capacités d'adaptation, améliorer votre santé mentaleen pre- vous pouvez apprendre comment nant les habitudes suivantes : affronter les problèmes et les transi- Fair winds and following seas • adopter un régime alimen- tions qui surviennent dans votre vie, taire sain propice au bon fonc- par exemple : Three Sea Kings from 423 Squadron, 12 Wing Shearwater fly over Halifax Region- tionnement du corps et du cer- • déménager dans une nouvelle ville; al Municipality during their final operational flight, on January 26, 2018. veau; • changer d'école; CPL JENNIFER CHIASSON, 12 WING IMAGING

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145118 February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 9 DND psychologists serving CAF members

By Chimène Jewer, M.Sc., R.Psych, CF H Svcs C (A)

February is National Psychology Month, a great opportunity to high- light the role and contributions of DND psychologists serving CAF mem- bers in MARLANT as well as those in the civilian community. According to the Canadian Psycho- logical Association (CPA), a psycholo- gist “studies how we think, feel and behave from a scientific viewpoint and applies this knowledge to help people understand, explain and change their behaviour.” (www.cpa.ca). Psycholo- gists’ primary role is to provide assess- ment, consultation, and counselling/ therapy services. They can diagnose and treat mental illness, and often work in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team such as psychia- trists, family physicians, mental health nurses, social workers, etc. Psycholo- gists may specialize in certain areas; for example, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, addictions, developmental disorders, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They work in clinical From left: Annie Boivin, M.Ps.; Mary McGrath, M.Sc.; Dr. Colin Perrier; Dr. Tina Oates-Johnson; Patricia Roache, M.Sc.; Dr. settings, research and/or education. Krista Luedemann; and Chimène Jewer, MSc. Missing from the photo are Dr. Emily Orr and Susan Young, M.Ed. Psychologists have masters or doctorate level training. They have related mental health conditions or nsbep.org, whose mandate is to protect Stand By Me (Dr. Vicky Wolfe) extensive training in the variety of Operational Stress Injuries (OSIs). For the public by ensuring that providers 5. Tuesday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m.: empirical treatment methods they use, more information on Mental Health are properly trained and qualified. For Resilience (Dr. JO Durup) depending on the particular circum- programs, consult CF H Svcs C (A), more information about psychologists, stances of the patient. Treatment is http://halifax.mil.ca/cfhsvcsca/. consult NSBEP, the Association of Psy- Bedford Library: significantly more than just talk. For Our Psychology Team is a diverse chologists of Nova Scotia (APNS) www. 1. Wednesday, February 21 at 7:00 example, one method is specifically and well-trained team with extensive apns.ca and/or the Canadian Psycho- p.m. - ADHD (Dr. Lindsay Bates) designed to assist patients to increase clinical experience. All of our psy- logical Association (CPA) www.cpa.ca. 2. Sunday, February 25 at 2:30 - 4:00 their motivation, another involves chologists have at least seven years of In the civilian community, the As- p.m. - Parent-Teen Communication changing negative patterns of think- experience, several have 10 to 20 years sociation of Psychologists of Nova (Dr. Ayala Gorodzinsky) ing and behaviour, and yet another of experience, and a few have 20 plus Scotia (APNS) will be sponsoring involves changing behaviours to better years of experience. Our psycholo- several presentations during Psychol- Kentville Library: match the patient’s values and beliefs. gists all had experience working in the ogy Month. These are free to attend if 1. Tuesday, February 6, 6:30 p.m. - Canadian Forces Health Services civilian healthcare sector, in a variety members or others are interested. Understanding/Managing Stress in Centre (Atlantic) (CF H Svcs C (A)) of inpatient and outpatient settings, be- Film Presentation: Stand By Me – Children (Dr. Elaine Campbell) employs nine psychologists in Mental fore bringing this expertise to the CAF February 24, 1:30 p.m., Halifax Central 2. Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30 p.m Health Services. In general, CAF mem- health services. Most of our psycholo- Library. Followed by panel discussion - Understanding/Managing Trauma/ bers in MARLANT have greater, time- gists have been serving the CAF for on peer relationships, coming of age, PTSD (Dr. Eileen Donahoe) lier access to psychology services than several years and have become quite child social development. the general civilian population. At a familiar with the mental health needs Shelburne Library: ratio of approximately one psycholo- of CAF members. Some of our psychol- Presentations 1. Thursday, February 8 at 6:30 p.m. - gist for approximately every 1100 mem- ogists have even spent the majority of Central Library: Self-care (Emily Atkinson) bers, MARLANT has nearly double the their careers serving CAF members. 1. Tuesday, February 6 at 6:30 p.m.: number of psychologists compared to Our psychologists are well-trained Borderline Personality Disorder (Dr. Yarmouth Library: what is available to the general civil- to treat common presenting problems, Amber Fougere) 1. Wednesday, February 28 at 12:00 ian population of Nova Scotia. CAF such as: depression and anxiety; ad- 2. Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30 p.m.: p.m. - Parent/Child Relationship (Cor- members get relatively fast access to justment issues; work and relationship Mindful self-compassion (Jackie nelia Melville) mental health. Wait times for CAF problems; personality disorders; trau- Milner) For an up-to-date list of presenta- members to see psychologists are rea- ma, etc. In addition, most have added 3. Tuesday, February 20 at 6:30 p.m.: tions in the community, visit www. sonable and much shorter than they areas of specialty where they have ADHD Child/Adolescent (Dr. Kiran apns.ca. For more information about are for the general civilian population. done extra work and/or research. For Pure) psychology month, visit www.apns.ca Our psychologists work in three example, some of our psychologists 4. Saturday, February 24 at 1:00 p.m.: or www.cpa.ca/psychologymonth/ different Mental Health departments. have additional speciality training in: There are three Psychologists current- trauma; addictions; health psychology; ly working in General Mental Health forensic psychology; human sexuality; Program (GMH), where the focus is gerontology; eating disorders and body on assessing and treating non-service image dissatisfaction, and chronic related mental health conditions. We pain. Several of our psychologists also have two psychologists working in our have additional training in highly Addiction Prevention and Treatment specialized treatment methods, such To Rent or List an Apartment, House, Condo, or Flat. Program (APT) program, where the as Eye Movement Desensitization and For Help Finding a New Home. focus is on substance abuse and depen- Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Office: 902-435-0368 • Fax: 902-405-9762 dency and other addictions. And we Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). have four psychologists in the Opera- All of our psychologists are regis- [email protected] • [email protected] tional Trauma and Stress Support Cen- tered with The Nova Scotia Board of Ex- www.HomeFindersHfx.com tre (OTSSC), which focuses on service- aminers in Psychology (NSBEP) www. 145036 10 TRIDENT News February 5, 2018 Brothers proud to represent Canada on different stages

By Darlene Blakeley, Senior Editor and Writer, Navy Public Affairs

One has dreams of a career as a naval officer, the other has dreams of Olympic gold. Brothers Rene and Vincent De Haître repre- sent Canada in their own unique ways, yet they also offer strong support to each other as they pursue their individual goals, even if they are a world apart. Vincent, a world class long track speed skater, will compete in the Py- eongChang Olympic Games next month in both the 1,500 and 1,000-metre races on February 13 and 23 respectively, and Rene hopes to graduate from the Canadian Forces Leader- ship and Recruit School in St. Jean, Quebec on Febru- ary 22. Being 15 time zones apart means they won’t be able to support each other in person. Originally, the plan was for Rene to travel to South Korea to see his brother compete, but that Vincent, left, and Rene De Haître get ready to enjoy some extreme aviation in Las Vegas. Vincent (à gauche) et René De Haître, s’apprêtent à was before he learned he goûter aux joies de l’aviation extrême à Las Vegas. would be going to St. Jean SUBMITTED to prepare him for a career as a Naval Combat System Engineer- holds 13 World Cup medals, is strong- “We can go long periods of time tance, they are only a phone call away ing Officer in the Royal Canadian ly supportive of his brother’s career without talking, but that is the cost if help is needed or they just need Navy. choice. of chasing your passion,” he says. someone to talk to.” “The thought of joining the navy “I’m happy my brother has found “We’ve spent the last decade in differ- Whether it’s the navy or the Olym- has always been on the table, but a place he can pursue naval architec- ent cities and provinces, but don’t let pics, the brothers see their career the real decision came in November ture,” he says. “For as long as I can that distance fool you. We will always choices as an opportunity to reach 2016,” Rene explains. “I have a pas- remember, my brother has always be there for each other.” beyond themselves and make Canada sion for the naval world, especially been building or planning to build It is also a demanding schedule for proud too. shipbuilding. After a few years in things. Although we’ve taken very the boys’ parents, Lucille and Denis, “This country has given me so the private sector, I felt as though I different paths, what we both have in who try to divide and conquer in much, I just want to make it proud,” was in a rut just following the course common is that we weren’t meant to an effort to support both their sons. says Vincent. “Our passion and work without too much variation. I felt that have a desk job.” Both will be at Vincent’s first race in ethic is what makes us Canadian, and it was the best time, being young and Vincent started skating at the age of PyeongChang, but Denis will return I can’t wait to show that on the world without too many responsibilities, to five and never looked back. He joined to Canada in time for Rene’s gradua- stage.” change paths and to serve in an envi- the Gloucester, Ont., Concordes speed tion. Rene sees joining the navy as an op- ronment that promotes cooperation skating club and his on-ice success be- They couldn’t be prouder of both portunity to show an image of profes- and team work, as well as represent- gan when he won a silver medal in the boys and their achievements. sionalism, fairness and knowledge. ing Canada and its interests at home 3,000-metre relay at the 2011 Canada “As they were growing up they set “I also keep in mind that at the end and abroad.” Winter Games. He made his World individual goals, which we encour- of the day we are accountable to our Almost three years older than Cup debut in 2013 and then qualified aged along the way,” Lucille says. fellow citizens,” he says. “As such Vincent, Rene plans to watch his to compete for Canada at the 2014 Win- “Some goals were achieved, while oth- when I represent Canada I want to brother’s second race live online. “I ter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, four ers were learning experiences. To see make them proud and demonstrate will be wearing the Team Canada years earlier than he had originally both of them now achieving these ma- the best of Canada through the navy. plaid shirt,” he says. “Additionally I targeted. He went on to post a top 20 jor goals evokes a wave of emotions In short, it means that when I am believe a few of my platoon-mates will finish in the 1,000-metre in Sochi and that culminate in tears of pride.” representing Canada, I am proud to join me in supporting him. I will not was named Speed Skating Canada’s She adds that as the boys were have the responsibility, show strength be able to see his race on February 13 Long Track Rising Star of the Year. growing up they always stressed and all the best attributes that make since I will be out on exercise in the Vincent says that despite their “family first” and to always be there us who we are.” field, but I will ask if it is possible to hectic schedules, he and his brother for one another. And even though they will be a get an update from my instructors.” have great respect for one another’s “We are proud that they are pursu- world apart as they pursue their In turn, Vincent, who participated goals and try to stay in touch when ing these qualities and to know that dreams in February, the brothers will in the 2014 Sochi Olympics and now they can. even if they are separated by dis- always be rooting for each other. February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 11 Deux frères fiers de représenter le Canada sur différentes scènes

Par Darlene Blakeley, leurs réalisations. Rédactrice en chef et journaliste, / « Au fur et à mesure qu’ils gran- Direction des Affaires publiques de la dissaient, ils se sont fixé des objec- Marine National Defence tifs individuels, et nous les avons encouragés en cours de route, » L’un rêve de faire carrière a affirmé Lucille. « Ils ont atteint comme officier de la marine, certains de leurs buts, tandis que l’autre, d’obtenir une médaille d’or d’autres expériences leur ont permis olympique. d’apprendre. Les voir atteindre ces Les frères René et Vincent De Haî- objectifs importants suscite en nous tre représentent le Canada chacun beaucoup d’émotions et de larmes de à leur manière, se soutenant mu- fierté. » tuellement dans l’atteinte de leurs Elle ajoute que lorsque ses gar- buts individuels même s’ils sont à çons étaient enfants, ils ont toujours des milliers de kilomètres l’un de accordé une grande importance à la l’autre. famille et à l’entraide. Vincent, un patineur de vitesse « Nous sommes fiers qu’ils valo- sur longue piste de calibre mondial, risent ces qualités et de savoir que participera aux épreuves du 1 500 et même s’ils sont séparés par la dis- du 1 000 mètres les 13 et 23 février tance, un simple coup de fil suffit prochains, respectivement, dans le Rene De Haître Vincent De Haître s’ils ont besoin d’aide ou de parler à cadre des Jeux olympiques de 2018 à quelqu’un. » Pyeongchang, tandis que René espère la deuxième épreuve de son frère des Jeux d’hiver du Canada de 2011. Que ce soit la Marine ou les obtenir son diplôme de l’École de en temps réel en ligne. « Je porterai Il a fait ses débuts à la Coupe du Olympiques, les frères voient leurs leadership et de recrues des Forces la chemise à carreaux de l’Équipe monde en 2013, puis s’est qualifié choix de carrière comme une occasion canadiennes à Saint-Jean, au Québec, Canada, » a-t-il affirmé. « De plus, pour représenter le Canada aux de se dépasser tout en faisant honneur le 22 février. je pense que quelques-uns de mes Jeux olympiques de 2014 à Sochi, en au Canada. Étant séparés par 15 fuseaux ho- camarades de peloton se joindront à Russie, quatre ans plus tôt que son « Ce pays m’a tant offert, je veux raires, ils ne pourront pas se soute- moi pour l’appuyer. Je ne pourrai pas but initial. Il a terminé parmi les simplement que mes concitoyens nir en personne. À l’origine, il était regarder sa compétition du 13 février, 20 premiers au 1 000 mètres à Sochi soient fiers de moi, » a affirmé prévu que René se rendrait en Corée car je serai en exercice sur le terrain, et a reçu le prix Étoile montante de Vincent. « Notre passion et notre du Sud pour assister aux épreuves mais je vais demander si c’est possible l’année en patinage de vitesse longue éthique de travail font partie de de son frère, mais c’était avant qu’il d’obtenir les résultats auprès de mes piste remis par Patinage de vitesse notre identité canadienne et j’ai apprenne qu’il irait à Saint Jean pour instructeurs. » Canada. très hâte de les montrer sur la scène se préparer en vue d’une carrière Par ailleurs, Vincent, qui a par- Vincent a affirmé que malgré leurs mondiale. » comme officier du génie des systèmes ticipé aux Jeux olympiques de 2014 à horaires surchargés, lui et son frère René voit son enrôlement dans de combat naval dans la Marine Sochi et qui détient 13 médailles de ont un grand respect pour leurs buts la Marine comme une occasion de royale canadienne. la Coupe du monde, soutient ferme- respectifs et ils essaient de rester en démontrer son professionnalisme, son « J’ai toujours eu envie de ment le choix de carrière de son contact. équité et ses connaissances. m’enrôler dans la Marine, mais ce frère. « Nous pouvons passer de longues « Je n’oublie pas également qu’au n’est qu’en novembre 2016 que j’ai « Je suis heureux que mon frère ait périodes sans nous parler, mais c’est bout du compte, nous sommes re- vraiment pris ma décision, » a ex- trouvé un endroit où il peut travailler le prix à payer pour vivre notre pas- sponsables devant nos concitoyens, » pliqué René. « J’ai une passion pour en architecture navale, » a-t-il indi- sion, » a-t-il indiqué. « Nous avons a t-il dit. « Aussi, quand je représente l’univers naval, surtout la construc- qué. « D’aussi loin que je me souvi- passé les dix dernières années dans le Canada, je veux qu’ils soient fiers tion navale. Après des années passées enne, mon frère a toujours construit différentes villes et provinces, mais la de mes réalisations et montrer ce dans le secteur privé, je sentais que des choses ou planifié leur construc- distance ne nous empêchera jamais que le Canada a de meilleur à offrir ma vie n’allait nulle part et qu’elle tion. Bien que nous ayons emprunté d’être là l’un pour l’autre. » grâce mon emploi dans la Marine. suivait un cours un peu trop tran- des parcours très différents, nous ne Cet horaire est également exi- En bref, cela signifie que lorsque quille. Je sentais que c’était le mo- sommes pas faits pour le travail de geant pour leurs parents, Lucille je représente le Canada, je suis fier ment ou jamais, étant jeune et sans bureau. » et Denis, qui s’efforcent de diviser d’avoir la responsabilité de montrer trop de responsabilités, de changer de Vincent a commencé à patiner pour régner en vue de soutenir notre force et toutes les belles car- voie et de travailler dans un milieu à l’âge de cinq ans et il n’a jamais leurs garçons. Les deux assisteront actéristiques qui définissent notre axé sur la coopération et l’esprit cessé depuis. Il s’est joint au club de à la première épreuve de Vincent à identité. » d’équipe ainsi que de représenter le patinage de vitesse des Concordes Pyeongchang, mais Denis sera de Et même s’ils seront séparés par Canada et ses intérêts au pays comme de Gloucester, en Ontario, et il a retour au Canada à temps pour la des milliers de kilomètres en février, à l’étranger. » connu ses premiers succès sur la cérémonie de remise des diplômes chacun à la poursuite de leurs René, quiUNI ABest Trident près deAd Novembertrois ans 2017.pdf plus 1 glace2017-11-08 en remportant 11:23 AM la médaille de René. rêves, ils seront toujours là pour vieux que Vincent, compte regarder d’argent au relais 3 000 mètres lors Ils sont très fiers de leurs fils et de s’encourager.

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New income tax changes for your 2017 returns

(NC) With the income tax deadline announced the elimination of the announced that it will invest $20 bil- members of the CAF make, it was an- approaching, there are some signifi- public transit reimbursement, citing lion over the next 11 years to improve nounced that military salaries of all cant changes that have rolled out this the credit wasn't effective enough in transit across the country. deployed personnel would be exempt year that will affect many Canadians. encouraging the use of public trans- “Though the credit ended mid- from federal income taxes. Here are some that can help make fil- portation and reducing greenhouse year, you can still claim a 15 per cent Education. Back in 2016, the federal ing quicker and easier. gas emissions. non-refundable tax credit for transit government eliminated the federal Public transit reimbursement. Instead of the individual tax passes purchased between January 1 education and textbook tax credits, to Early last year, the government credit, the federal government has and June 30 on your 2017 income tax come into effect January 1, 2017. This and benefit return,” says Lisa Gittens, means 2016 was the last year students senior tax professional at H&R Block. were able to make these claims. Children's activities. The Chil- “The silver lining here is that the dren's Arts and Fitness tax credits, carry-forward rules apply, so any RRSP – Think it’s not for you? including the special supplement for unused education tax credits that disabled children, will no longer be arose prior to 2017 are still avail- By Joyce Sharp, bution limit of $26,010. RRSP contribu- available. In previous years, parents able to be claimed either this year or Communications and Marketing Man- tion room accumulated after 1990 can and guardians were able to receive subsequent years moving forward,” ager, Commercial Services, SISIP be carried forward to another year. If credits for such activities as art class- explains Gittens. Depending on where you aren’t able to top up your RRSP es, piano lessons, hockey and soccer. you live, you may also still be able to We beg to differ. Actually, even contribution this year, you are allowed Small business. Good news for claim a provincial credit. if you have a CAF pension plan or to make up the difference in a later small business owners – the govern- If you have questions about changes belong to any pension plan for that year. To know this amount, refer to the ment is moving forward with a plan to tax laws, contact a local tax expert matter, there are still many reasons “RRSP Deduction Limit Statement” to lower small business taxes from the like those at H&R Block to ensure why you should consider contributing section of the notice of assessment sent current 10.5 per cent to 9 per cent. you're getting the greatest return pos- to a Registered Retirement Savings each year by Canada Revenue Agency. Military credit. In recognition sible. Plan (RRSP). Besides the fact that it is You may also want to check out the of the commitment and sacrifice www.newscanada.com an easy way to start saving, here are RRSP calculator at bit.ly/SISIPRRSP. more reasons to contribute: And forget about the myth that you 1. Building up that nest egg can need to have a lot of money to contrib- supplement your retirement income; ute to an RRSP, because for as little as 2. Contributions are tax deductible; $25 per pay, SISIP Financial can also 3. Savings grow tax free; set you up with Simple Savings Solu- 4. A spousal RRSP can reduce your tions, under their CAF Savings Plans. combined tax burden; and A quick and easy way to contribute to 5. You can borrow from your RRSP an RRSP and/or a TFSA. “Debt? You have options. to buy your first home under the There is no such thing as saving too Home Buyers’ Plan (up to $25,000) or much. Find out the reasons why you Let’s find one that works pay for you or your spouse’s educa- should consider contributing to an tion (up to $20,000) under the Lifelong RRSP by talking to your local SISIP best for you.” Learning Plan. Financial advisor; they have the nec- You can contribute up to 18% of your essary tools and resources, as well as earned income from the previous year. knowledge of CAF pensions and pay From complicated pay guides to constantly This contribution amount will then be systems. changing living expenses, effective deducted from that income at tax time. Make an appointment at SISIP.com. For 2017 taxes, that means you have to This article is intended for general budgeting can be especially difficult for contribute by March 1, 2018 to a contri- information purposes. members of the Canadian Armed Forces. We provide Life Changing Debt Solutions that work, where and when you need them. For more information, contact Joe Wilkie, CIRP, LIT, at 310-DEBT or [email protected]

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By Lt(N) Marco Chouinard, events during an open question period NORAD and USNORTHCOM Public involving NORAD & NORTHCOM Affairs senior leadership. During panel-group discussions the The North American Aerospace symposium focused deliberations on Defense Command (NORAD) and the future evolution of NORAD, U.S. United States Northern Command and Canadian defense policy, new (USNORTHCOM) hosted its second national and international security annual two-day Academic Symposium threats to North America, and the tri- December 4-5 in Colorado Springs, lateral relationship between Canada, Colo. the United States, and Mexico. More than 80 participants took part As Cmdre Angus Topshee, NORAD in the event, sponsored in conjunction & NORTHCOM deputy director of with the Canadian Defence Engage- strategy, policy and plans stated, “I ment Program and the Royal Military thought that the Academic Sympo- Maj Scantland, WO Thibeault, MCpl Bottrill, MS Foster, Daisy Cobden and an College of Canada. sium was an excellent opportunity to IWK co-worker, WO Fisher, Lt(N) Wood, CPO2 Thibert admire toys donated from This year’s attendees said they felt interact with academics who bring a Trinity personnel to the IWK. fortunate to have the reflections and different perspective to the issues we SUBMITTED insights of senior leaders and men- face today. Establishing closer links tors that included the Commander with the academic community is es- of NORAD and USNORTHCOM, Gen sential to building the knowledge that Trinity Teddy Lori Robinson; the Deputy Command- we will need, inside DND/government er of NORAD, LGen Pierre St-Amand; and in the broader public, to confront former NORAD & USNORTHCOM the complex security situation of the Commanders, Gen (ret’d) Charles 21st century.” Jacoby and Gen (ret’d) Gene Renuart; Dr. Kathryn Fisher, associate profes- Bear Ride 2017 former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen sor of International Security Studies (ret’d) Tom Lawson; and LGen (ret’d) at the National Defense University, By WO Steve Thibeault, Peggy’s Cove and finally back in Stuart Beare, former commander concluded that “to bridge the theoreti- Trinity Halifax where we completed the ride of Canadian Joint Operations Com- cal and practical application, there at the IWK. An eclectic bunch, our mand. was great value in bringing together For the last few years, Trinity has rank included Rocket Man, Scooter The event engaged a new generation practitioners and researchers to dis- been holding an annual motorcycle and Batman, whose bike definitely of Canadian and American scholars cuss issues of transformation and the ride in support of the National De- turned heads, causing a 4.5 Richter to deliberate academically with their future evolution of NORAD…a great fence Workplace Charitable Cam- scale earthquake pulling into the uniformed counterparts over matters success.” paign (NDWCC). The event gathers IWK entrance. The ride went on such as the nuances of Canadian and NORAD is the bi-national Canadian all unit motorcycle enthusiasts, seamlessly and, thank God for tech- U.S. defense relations, defense policy, and American command that provides their families and friends on a 300 nology. After a quick pit stop at a gas and NORAD’s functions and future aerospace warning, aerospace control km ride, fostering esprit de corps station, the question was,“How far transformation. and maritime warning for Canada and providing an excellent occasion are we from Windsor?” I pulled out “While challenging us through the and the United States. The command to raise money for the campaign. my trusty cellphone and said, “We lens of academia….the academic com- has three subordinate regional head- This year, the unit held the ride are about 5 km from there.” There I munity can help educate the public, quarters: the Alaskan NORAD Region on October 20, 2017, in support to was told to turn around, as behind through sessions like this, on the at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, the IWK through the NDWCC. The me, 50 feet away was a road sign say- importance the role that NORAD & Alaska; the Canadian NORAD Re- added caveat was that riders were, in ing, Windsor 5 kilometres. USNORTHCOM play in the defense of gion at Canadian Forces Base Win- addition to their donation, to donate On completion of the ride, we were North America,” said LGen Reynold nipeg, Manitoba; and the Continental a toy or a stuffed animal to the Child greeted by the personnel of the IWK Hoover, deputy commander of US- NORAD Region at Tyndall Air Force Life Services for the kids in long to whom we presented the toys. In NORTHCOM, summarizing the day’s Base, Florida. term care at the IWK. A collection total $210.00 was raised by the event box was set up in Trinity’s main and more than 30 toys of all kinds lobby where anyone, rider or not, and gift cards were donated. could drop off toys for the ride. A small debut for this event, its The ride itself saw a group of success was noticeable. Trinity seven riders take off from Trinity on intends to hold the event again next that Friday morning. Temperature year, extending the invitation to was ideal and the sun was blazing, other units riders. Until then, stay blessing us with a perfect riding day safe, looking forward to the 2018 rid- that took us to Windsor, Chester, ing season.

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Command; Gen Lori J. Robinson, Commander, NORAD and USNORTHCOM; and 902.835.8205 www.bird.ca LGen Reynold N. Hoover, Deputy Commander USNORTHCOM, address the NORAD and USNORTHCOM Academic Symposium attendees in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 145029 TSGT JOE LAWS, USAF, NORAD AND USNORTHCOM PA February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 15 Twin sisters follow similar paths through RCN career

By Ryan Melanson, of the Arctic in particular. Trident Staff “That’s been one of the most excit- ing aspects.” If you come to HMC Dockyard in The sisters have also both just Halifax looking for a naval officer transferred to the Regular Force after named Lt(N) Murray, you’re going to more than a decade as Naval Reserv- need to be very specific. Even if you ists, following the lead of many in the know she’s the Executive Officer of a MCDV community who’ve made the Kingston-class ship, you’ll still need switch recently as part of the Navy’s more details. “Big Idea” initiative to expedite the That’s because Lt(N) Andrea Mur- transition of experienced Reserve ray, XO of HMCS Kingston, and Lt(N) sailors. Stephenie Murray, XO of HMCS “After 10 years of loving the job, it Glace Bay, are twin sisters, which is seemed like the right time,” Andrea often news even to their dockyard said, mentioning the extra opportuni- colleagues. The two aren’t identical ties for Reg Force members and doors twins, but the similarities while in that could be opened as their careers uniform are close enough to create continue. some confusion. But the immediate next career step, “There’s a harbour pilot we’ve been at least for Andrea, is a deployment to working with for a decade who just West Africa, which will see Kingston recently realized we weren’t the same and Summerside participate in the person, so we had to let him know. U.S.-led Obengame Express exercise That happens all the time. We also while also visiting communities and get mistaken for each other on a daily training with the Navies and Coast basis,” said Andrea Murray. Guards of different countries in the The two sisters have been members region. of the RCN since 2005, and starting The sisters may be splitting up for Lt(N) Stephenie Murray, left, and Lt(N) Andrea Murray, are twin sisters in the RCN with Basic Training, which they three months, but with Stephenie who are both currently Executive Officers on Kingston-class ships. completed together, their careers having completed a similar deploy- MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA have progressed in lockstep with each ment in 2017, lots of tips and pieces other. of advice were shared during the “We’ve actually done basically all run-up to the ships’ departure on our positions at the same time. We January 26. It also helped to have were Operations Officers together, we a sister nearby during the hectic were Deck Officers, and now we’re pre-deployment period, like recently both XOs,” Andrea said. when crates of food arrived at Kings- Her sister added that growing up, ton at a moment when free hands their parents worked hard to ensure were lacking. they led independent lives, enroll- “The next thing I know, Stephenie’s ing the sisters in different classes at people were all on board loading school or signing them up for differ- things into our fridge, which was a ent sports teams and activities. lifesaver,” Andrea said. “And now here we are doing the “It’s been huge for us to have that same job, in the same place, in the person nearby that you can go to for same uniform,” she joked. some help or support.” The Murrays come from a family They’re not entirely opposed to with lots of military service history, the idea of eventually being posted and spent most of their childhood and to separate coasts or having their high school years near 17 Wing Win- careers move in different direc- OUR nipeg. Like so many military children tions, and say it’s more by chance before them, they were adamantly than design that their progression against joining the CAF as they grew has been so closely aligned thus up, but once their dad, a recruiter in far. That being said, both agree the RCAF, convinced them to give the that having the sibling connection SOCIAL Naval Reserve a try, things quickly has enriched their first decade of changed. service, whether it’s playing practi- “We ended up really enjoying it,” cal jokes on shipmates, using DWAN Stephenie said. email to keep in touch while at sea, MANDATE “We made great friends right from or just sharing the day-to-day chal- To promote the cause of Commissionaires by the creation of the start at Basic, and then we started lenges that come with being a young meaningful employment opportunities for former members sailing and the Navy kept taking us to officer. of the Canadian Armed Forces, The Royal Canadian Mounted new and exciting places, so we never With all the support, however, also Police and others who wish to contribute to the security and left,” her sister added. comes the regular squabbles and bits well-being of Canadians. So far, that list of places includes of sibling rivalry. sailing to Bahrain, West Africa, “We can certainly drive each other Canada’s largest private sector employer of veterans. Hawaii, up and down the Eastern nuts. I call her my best friend and Seaboard, Alaska, Canada’s North, my worst enemy,” Andrea said with a and more. laugh. “The Navy’s taken me to places I “And I can’t wait until I get Captain never even knew I wanted to go,” An- of a ship before she does.” drea said, recalling the serene beauty 145037 16 TRIDENT News February 5, 2018 2018 Marine Technician Les comités de sélection Selection Boards reflect des techniciens de marine balanced representation assurent une représentation By Cdr Luc Tremblay, in the file assessment. The direction D Nav P & T to the Board was to score the PERs at équilibrée en 2018 face value in how the performance/ To prepare the Royal Canadian Navy potential related to the standard for (RCN) for the future fleet, and based on the rank in each legacy occupation. Par le capitaine de frégate les RAP en se fiant sur les renseigne- the results of a comprehensive Occupa- If at any time there was uncertainty Luc Tremblay, ments qui y sont fournis, c’est‑à‑dire tional Analysis, the Marine Technician with regard to an individual’s file, the DPIM sur la manière dont le rendement et (Mar Tech) occupation was stood up on Selection Board members were pre- le potentiel sont évalués par rap- July 1, 2017. Mar Tech is composed of pared to err in favour of the member. Afin de préparer la Marine royale port à la norme pour le grade dans sailors from four legacy trades: Marine The SCRIT was “occupation blind” canadienne (MRC) en vue de la chacun des anciens GPM. Si, à un Engineer (Mar Eng), Electrical Techni- to ensure that promotions would not flotte future et en s’appuyant sur les moment donné, il y avait des incerti- cian (E Tech), Hull Technician (H Tech) unfairly favour any one legacy occu- résultats d’une analyse de profes- tudes quant à un dossier, les mem- and the Naval Reserve’s Marine Engi- pation over the others. In addition, all sions détaillée, on a mis en place bres du comité de sélection étaient neering Systems Operator (MESO). fully qualified personnel in each rank le GPM des techniciens de marine prêts à se prononcer en faveur du In order to address concerns re- level received the same points for said (TECH MAR) le 1er juillet 2017. Ce militaire. garding career progression within legacy qualifications, ensuring fair- GPM est composé de marins venant Dans l’établissement des critères de this newly established occupation, an ness across the legacy occupations. des quatre anciens GPM suivants : notation, on n’a pas tenu compte des in-depth review of Selection Board VAdm Lloyd noted there has been, mécanicien de marine (MEC MAR), GPM pour ne pas favoriser injuste- processes and Scoring Criteria (SCRIT) understandably, some apprehension électro-technicien (ÉlectroTec), ment un ancien GPM au détriment was conducted by both Director and concern from those affected by the technicien de coque (Tec Coque) des autres pour ce qui est des pro- Military Career 2 and Director Naval creation of this new occupation. “Fol- et opérateur de systèmes de méca- motions. De plus, tous les militaires Personnel and Training. The aim was lowing a detailed briefing of the results nique navale (OSMN) de la Réserve entièrement qualifiés dans chaque to ensure that Selection Boards would from the Director Naval Personnel and navale. grade ont reçu les mêmes points sur be conducted in a fair and transparent Training on 15 December, I am confi- En vue de répondre aux préoc- les anciennes qualifications, pour manner, and to ensure that a balanced dent in stating that the 2018 Selection cupations exprimées concernant assurer l’équité dans tous les anciens representation of competitive candi- Boards were conducted in an abso- l’avancement professionnel au sein GPM. dates from each of the legacy occupa- lutely unbiased manner and that the du nouveau GPM, les organisations Le vice‑amiral Lloyd a remarqué tions was presented. The results of this promotions for 2018 reflect representa- du directeur – Carrières militaires et une certaine appréhension et différen- review were briefed to Vice-Admiral tion from all four legacy occupations,” du directeur – Personnel et instruc- tes préoccupations de la part des per- Ron Lloyd, Commander RCN, prior to he said. “The Selection Board results, tion de la Marine ont entrepris un sonnes touchées par la mise en place the start of the 2018 Selection Boards. which will be briefed at the Career and examen approfondi des processus et du nouveau GPM, ce qui est tout à fait The Regular Force Selection Boards Occupation Management visits in Hali- des critères de notation des comités compréhensible. « Après avoir reçu for the newly formed Mar Tech occu- fax and Esquimalt, will show that there de sélection. Cet examen visait à un compte rendu détaillé des résul- pation were held in October 2017. The was fair and balanced representation garantir l’équité et la transparence tats de la part du directeur – Person- membership for each ranked Selec- of each legacy occupation at all rank des évaluations des comités de sélec- nel et instruction de la Marine, le 15 tion Board included a member from levels for the 2018 promotion year.” tion et à veiller à une représentation décembre, j’affirme sans hésiter que the legacy occupations (Mar Eng, H Fair and adequate representa- équilibrée des candidats venant de les réunions de 2018 des comités de Tech and E Tech); separately, Naval tion for the sailors of the legacy chacun des anciens GPM. Les résul- sélection se sont déroulées de manière Reserve Mar Tech Selection Boards occupations that now compose the tats de cet examen ont été présentés impartiale et que, sur le plan des were conducted using MESO legacy newly-created Mar Tech occupation au vice-amiral Ron Lloyd, comman- promotions, les quatre anciens GPM criteria. Before each Selection Board, was required to maintain the health dant de la MRC, avant la tenue des étaient représentés », a-t-il souligné. « the Board membership – which was of this occupation and to allow the réunions des comités de sélection en Les résultats obtenus par les comités comprised of individuals with previ- RCN’s technical trades to continue to 2018. de sélection, qui seront communiqués ous Selection Board experience – were function efficiently and maintain fleet Les comités de sélection du nou- lors des visites des gestionnaires des briefed on a range of potential issues output and readiness. Overall, the veau GPM des TECH MAR de la carrières et des GPM à Halifax et à that could present as they conducted a Mar Tech Selection Board results re- Force régulière se sont réunis en Esquimalt, montreront que chacun single Mar Tech Board with files cre- flect a similar number of promotions octobre 2017. Chacun d’eux comptait des anciens GPM a été représenté de ated from legacy occupations. (combined) to those of 2016 and 2017 un membre des anciens GPM (MEC manière équitable et équilibrée pour The Mar Tech SCRIT was devised in each of the legacy occupations, at MAR, Tec Coque et ÉlectroTec); tous les grades pour l’année de promo- simply to assess the Personnel Evalu- each rank. Accordingly, no one has quant aux comités de sélection des tion 2018. » ation Report (PER) as presented. The been privileged in their evaluations. TECH MAR de la Réserve navale, Une représentation équitable et Selection Board members were guided “I am pleased that the measures ceux‑ci ont utilisé les critères de adéquate des marins des anciens by the strength of the scores and put in place ensured that no one was l’ancien GPM des OSMN. Avant GPM qui composent désormais comments in support of those values disadvantaged during the Selection chaque réunion, les comités, qui le nouveau GPM des TECH MAR in determining the scores to assign Board process,” stated VAdm Lloyd. comptaient des membres ayant déjà était nécessaire pour que celui-ci collaboré à ce processus, ont demeure prospère, pour que les GPM PO2 Andrew été informés des problèmes techniques de la MRC continuent à Childs, a Ma- qu’ils pourraient avoir en être efficients et pour qu’on évite de rine Systems raison du fait qu’ils procé- compromettre les résultats et la dis- Engineer on- daient à l’évaluation d’un seul ponibilité opérationnels de la flotte. board Her Maj- GPM (TECH MAR) composé Dans l’ensemble, dans les résultats esty's Canadian de candidats venant de quatre des comités de sélection des TECH Ship (HMCS) anciens GPM. MAR, le nombre de promotions FREDERIC- Les critères de notation des (pour la somme des quatre GPM) TON, machines TECH MAR servent unique- est similaire à ceux de 2016 et de new parts on ment à évaluer les rapports 2017 dans chacun des anciens GPM the metal lathe d’appréciation du personnel pour chaque grade. Par conséquent, during Exer- (RAP) tels qu’ils sont présen- personne n’a été privilégié dans son cise SPARTAN tés. Les membres des comités évaluation. WARRIOR, de sélection se sont servis des « Je suis heureux de constater que October 30, 2016. notes et des commentaires les mesures mises en place ont permis CPL TONY CHAND, qui y figuraient pour déter- de s’assurer que le processus des FIS HALIFAX miner la note à attribuer à comités de sélection n’a défavorisé chaque dossier. Les comités personne », a déclaré le vice‑amiral ont reçu instruction de noter Lloyd. February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 17 Federal funding announced for repairs to HMCS Sackville

By Ryan Melanson, “Being able to board a ship that Trident Staff actually served in these battles, and now exists as a living memorial and Canada’s last Flower-class corvette treasured museum, is very valu- is set to receive extensive repairs able. People walk along her decks, this summer, with the federal gov- hold artifacts in their hands, and ernment announcing a contribution learn about an important chapter in of up to $3.5 million to the Canadian Canadian history,” said Brison, who Naval Memorial Trust (CNMT) and was joined at the jetty by Dartmouth HMCS Sackville. Cole Harbour MP Darren Fisher, The news was delivered by Trea- members of the CNMT, RAdm Craig sury Board Secretary Scott Brison, on Baines, Command MARLANT and behalf of Defence Minister Harjit Saj- JTFA, and Capt(N) Stéphane Lafond, jan, during a small ceremony at HMC CO of FMF Cape Scott. Dockyard on January 26. Work on the “But as a vessel commissioned in Sailors line the bow of HMCS Athabaskan during the ship’s paying off ceremony on ship will mainly be completed at Fleet 1941, and one that served through March 10, 2017 Maintenance Facility Cape Scott, fierce battles, she is weathered and FIS HALIFAX and the RCN will be responsible for she needs a lot of repair,” he said, managing the contribution agreement while crediting the work of the CNMT to cover the repair costs including since 1983, along with the Navy, in labour, materials and subcontracting. keeping the ship maintained and open Brison spoke about the impor- for visitors up until this point. Contract awarded for tance of maintaining the ship, “HMCS Sackville gives veterans, which served during the Battle of their families, and the rest of us a the Atlantic and famously engaged place to pay tribute to those who three German U-boats in a 24-period fought for the freedoms we enjoy during the summer of 1942. Sackville today. This an investment we are disposal of former was designated Canada’s Naval Me- proud to make,” he said. morial in 1985, and is berthed next to Sackville is currently at its winter the Maritime Museum of the Atlan- berth near Jetty NC at the dockyard, tic during summer months, where but tours and visits to the ship will it hosts tours and supports different now be discontinued while assess- HMCS Athabaskan naval and community functions. ments begin ahead of the repair work. Treasury Board of By Ryan Melanson, Canada," added Public Services and Canada President Trident Staff Procurement Minister Carla Qual- Scott Brison and trough. Dartmouth-Cole A contract has been awarded for HMCS Athabaskan was the last of Harbour MP Darren disposal work on the former HMCS the RCN’s four Iroquois-class destroy- Fisher were joined by Athabaskan, and the ship will soon ers in service when it was officially members of MAR- be towed from HMC Dockyard to the paid off in March of 2017. The ships LANT and the Cana- Marine Recycling Corporation (MRC) were constructed in the 1970s with dian Naval Memorial facilities in Sydney, Nova Scotia for highly advanced technologies at the Trust on January 26 dismantling. time, including new sonar and in- as they announced Public Services and Procurement frared technologies and the ability new federal funding Canada announced the contract, to launch two maritime helicopters for repairs to HMCS worth $5.7 million, on January 18. at once. Notable deployments for the Sackville. 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By OCdt Kylie Penney, 112 CAD Public Affairs

In January 2018, a group of Air- borne Electronic Sensor Operator (AES Op) students at 402 City of Win- nipeg Squadron (402 Sqn) will be the first course to graduate having ben- efited from the newly installed Proce- dural Crew Trainer (PCT) System at the squadron. Up until now, AES Ops were only able to complete approximately 40 percent of their Qualification Stan- dard (QS) requirements at 402 Sqn, which meant the missing portion had to be covered on their subsequent operational training course at either 406 Sqn in Shearwater or at 404 Long Range Patrol and Training Sqn in Greenwood. With the new equipment up and running, 402 Sqn can now cover 97 percent of the AES Op QS, making the training more efficient, reducing training burden and time at the operational training units and making the new AES Ops more profi- cient at what they do. The goal is for AES Ops to become comfortable and confident with basic procedures, skills and systems knowl- edge on their ab-initio training. By using the PCT, AES Ops can focus on more advanced techniques during their subsequent training. The PCT is capable of emulating and simulating the following sen- sors and systems: Communications, Acoustics, Electro-Optics/Infrared (EO/IR), Imaging Radar System (IRS), Electronic Support Measures (ESM), and Magnetic Anomaly Detection (MAD). The PCT system, which came in under budget, also Instructor Sgt Spencer Cass shows two AES Op students, Cpl Matthew Denis and Cpl Connor Slaunwhite, how to use the newly came with a Modular VME Acoustic installed PCT, at 402 Sqn, 17 Wing Winnipeg. Signal Processor (MVASP) system OCDT KYLIE PENNEY, 2 CAD PUBLIC AFFAIRS to teach Acoustics and a Tactics Procedure Trainer (TPT) to instruct how he sets up the exercise. The will be 1008 hours, for that occupa- trialed the PCT during our validation Programmable Entry Panel (PEP) flexibility of the trainer allows us to tion alone. The Air Combat Systems in Greenwood. The OTU Sqn’s will - a special type of key board - selec- teach one skill set to all of the stu- Officers (ACSO), who currently cover be able to get the students out to the tions and locations to crewmem- dents simultaneously before we move two-thirds of their QS at 402 Sqn, are line operational squadrons faster and bers. on to the next teaching point,” said also working on incorporating PCT send them on deployed operations “The PCT is beneficial because it Inman. training into their ab-initio cur- sooner.” is designed as a Part Task Trainer. The PCT is not only beneficial riculum in order to increase their The PCT was procured by the When you combine other trades in because it reduces the subsequent QS compliance training to over 80 RCAF for 402 Sqn as a quick way to and do a mission-type scenario like course time, but because it is more percent. bridge a gap in training deficiencies. they do on the Operational Training cost effective. The instructor, who When asked about the impact However, the training now avail- Units (OTUs) and Maritime Op- monitors two students per station, the PCT will have on an AES Op’s able has far exceeded expectations erational Aircrew Training (MOAT) is able to pause a scenario to explain career, MWO Inman explained that and the long-term benefits go way courses, it becomes hard to do in- a teaching point or even rewind and it has re-vitalized the training at 402 beyond the original plan as the PCT dividual core training,” explained replay a scenario. In an aircraft, it Sqn and has provided new motiva- will now bridge until the imple- MWO Derek Inman, Senior AES Op would take substantial extra time tion for future AES Ops to excel in mentation of the proposed Future Instructor at 402 Sqn. “In the PCT, and fuel to turn around and re-do the the trade. Aircrew Training (FAcT) project and students can concentrate an entire scenario, whereas on the PCT, the “The students like the idea of may even remain as a key train- three-hour scenario on one topic aircraft is repositioned by simply operating new modernized train- ing aid for FAcT. Regardless, in the such as Inverse Synthetic-Aperture dragging it across the screen, and ing systems. It is a big motivation near term, the PCT ensures that the Radar (ISAR). We can take 6 students the scenario can be restarted within for them. It’s new, it’s efficient, and future AES Ops of the RCAF will be into the PCT and have them operate seconds. it’s what the operational units are better trained in less time and ready each radar individually on different With an assumption of 24 AES Op using. Instructional staff at 404 Sqn to stand on guard as operationally aircraft.” students a year, which is the regular have already noticed an increase effective aircrew. “It’s totally up to the instructor course in-take, the total station use in proficiency by the students who February 5, 2018 TRIDENT News 19 Opportunities in the Vous voulez devenir new drafting and survey technicien en dessin et technician occupation en arpentage?

By Maj Jim Hutcheson, tional qualification training – that is, Par le major Jim Hutcheson, professionnelle, c’est-à-dire la forma- D Air Pers Strat the training that will qualify you as a D Air Pers Strat tion qui vous permettra d’apprendre DS tech – which includes the follow- le métier de Tech DA. Les sujets ensei- A military occupation that has ing topics: Un nouveau groupe professionnel gnés sont les suivants : recently been re-established provides Planning and conducting land militaire offre une belle possibilité planification et pratique de a great opportunity to employ highly surveys; de mettre à profit vos compétences l’arpentage; technical skills that are applied both Mathematics related to survey; hautement techniques tant au bureau mathématiques relatives à in the office and in the field, serv- Data and material management; que sur le terrain, au service des FAC l’arpentage; ing the CAF and other government Auto CAD software; et de ministères du gouvernement gestion des données et du matériel; departments anywhere in the world. Producing civil designs; du Canada partout dans le monde. utilisation du logiciel AutoCAD; This small but exclusive occupation Producing building systems de- Il s’agit du groupe professionnel production de conceptions de génie is drafting and survey technician signs; militaire, petit mais exceptionnel, de civil; (DS tech), and we’re looking for new Performing construction stakeouts; technicien en dessin et en arpentage production de conceptions de sys- members. Producing as-built drawings; (Tech DA) et nous souhaitons recruter tèmes de bâtiments; As part of the Military Engineering Construction engineering common des gens. piquetage d’implantation; Branch, DS techs employ leading-edge tasks and safety. Les Tech DA, qui font partie de production de dessins d’après exé- electronic and satellite equipment Further specialty training may be la Branche du génie, utilisent de cution; to gather precise survey data. From offered through additional formal l’équipement électronique et satellite tâches courantes du génie construc- this, they produce essential site plans, courses and on-the-job training. The de pointe pour recueillir des données tion et sécurité charts, architectural drawings and de- skills and experience gained by DS d’arpentage précises. Grâce à ces Vous pouvez approfondir vos signs using the latest computer aided techs are closely related to those in données, et à l’aide des plus récents connaissances spécialisées en suiv- design (CAD) software. This capabil- civilian technician and technologist logiciels de conception assistée par ant d’autres cours officiels et une ity is essential on permanent military positions in the fields of surveying, ordinateur, ils produisent des plans formation en cours d’emploi. Les facilities, during exercises, and across architectural drafting, and civil engi- de situation, des cartes ainsi que des compétences et l’expérience acquises the full spectrum of deployed opera- neering. conceptions architecturales et des par les Tech DA sont fort semblables tions. No previous training or experience dessins architecturaux essentiels. à celles des technologues et tech- DS tech positions have been estab- is required to apply, although Grade Cette capacité est primordiale dans niciens civils dans les domaines de lished at two Royal Canadian Air 11/Secondary 5 math is a prerequi- les installations militaires perma- l’arpentage, du dessin architectural Force wings (4 Wing Cold Lake, Al- site. For more information about nentes, durant les exercices et dans et du génie civil. berta, and 14 Wing Greenwood, Nova the drafting and survey technician le spectre complet des opérations de Pour postuler, vous n’avez besoin Scotia), at two Army bases (CF Bases occupation, check out the informa- déploiement. d’aucune formation ou expérience Kingston, Ontario, and Gagetown, tion and the video on the recruiting On a créé des postes de Tech DA préalable, sinon qu’avoir réussi le New Brunswick), and in Brussels, website. dans deux escadres de l’Aviation cours de mathématiques de la 11e Belgium. If you think a career in the CAF in royale canadienne (la 4e Escadre Cold année ou du 5e secondaire. Pour en This occupation includes non- this new occupation is the right one Lake, en Alberta, et la 14e Escadre savoir plus au sujet du groupe profes- commissioned members from the for you, visit your local recruiting of- Greenwood, en Nouvelle-Écosse), dans sionnel de technicien en dessin et en rank of private/aviator to sergeant, fice or the online recruiting website. deux bases de l’Armée canadienne arpentage, consultez le site Web du after which DS techs may enter the For personnel already serving in (bases des FC Kingston, en Ontario, et recrutement, où vous trouverez égale- construction engineer superintendent the CAF, your local personnel selec- Gagetown, au Nouveau-Brunswick) et ment une video. (CE supt) occupation. tion officer can provide additional à Bruxelles, en Belgique. Si vous croyez qu’une carrière The Canadian Forces School of details about the opportunities avail- Ce groupe professionnel comprend de Tech DA dans les FAC est toute Military Engineering (CFSME) at able in this unique and challenging des militaires du rang du grade de désignée pour vous, rendez-vous à un CFB Gagetown conducts the occupa- occupation. soldat et d’aviateur à sergent, après bureau de recrutement ou consultez le quoi les Tech DA peuvent aspirer au site Web du recrutement. groupe professionnel de surintendant Si vous faites déjà partie des FAC, – Génie construction (voir le lien à communiquez avec un agent de sélec- droite). tion du personnel pour obtenir plus L’École du génie militaire des Forc- de renseignements sur les possibilités es canadiennes, située à Gagetown, d’emploi dans ce groupe professionnel dirige l’instructionLMD_HFX_Trident_000_v2_50427x31429_BW_EN_HI_RES.pdf de qualification unique 1 06/10/2017 et stimulant. 1:03:59 PM

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What’s the score with local sports in your community? Send write-ups, photos, and results to Sports [email protected] Women invited to regional basketball development camp

By Sara White, Managing editor, The Aurora

Interest continues in building CAF women’s basketball, with volunteers working now to schedule a develop- ment camp alongside the Atlantic Regional men’s tournament in Halifax from February 20 to 23. Capt Russ Payne organized the camp at 14 Wing Greenwood in 2017, as the base hosted the men’s Atlantic finals. This was the second year for a women’s program, which started in Gagetown in 2016. Capt Payne is leading the planning for this year’s camp. “Last year, it went really well – the girls said 10 times better and more valuable than the first year,” he says. “We had them in the gym twice a Capt Russ Payne, fore- day, once with a guest coach and ground, and Acadia once doing game time development, University men’s coach where we’d play, stop and talk about Kevin Duffie lead de- what was unfolding, and then play velopment drills at the on.” 2017 women’s regional Capt Payne had the help last year of development camp. Acadia University men’s basketball SARA WHITE, THE AURORA coach Kevin Duffie and Mount St. Vincent University’s women’s coach, player skills grow so we could put to- a CAF national women’s basketball camp expenses and paperwork are Mark Forward. Both return again this gether a regional women’s team, and program – but there could be.” covered by TD allocations. At 14 year at the Halifax camp, and Capt maybe they could travel the same time Women interested in the February Wing Greenwood, interested women Payne hopes numbers will increase as the annual CAF’s national men’s development camp should contact should contact Graham White, from 2017’s 13 women. championship,” Capt Payne says. their base sports coordinator by 902-765-1494 local 5753 or graham. “Ideally, we’d see this camp and “As far as I know, there’s never been the second week of February. The [email protected].

Winter Olympics sports trivia

By Stephen Stone and 7. The Military Patrol event was in com- 14. Who won Canada's first gold medal Tom Thomson petition as an official sport at the 1924 in bobsleigh? Games, then as a demonstration event 15. This native son swept the men's Questions at the Winter Olympics in 1928, 1936 alpine ski events in 1968 in Grenoble, 1. When and where were the first Win- and 1948. It was subsequently eliminat- France. ter Olympics held? ed and then replaced by what event? 16. Which member of the Canadian sen- 2. How many sports were in competi- 8. Who was the first Olympic champion ate is a gold medal-winning Winter tion at the first Winter Olympics? in biathlon? Olympian? 3. What were they? 9. Who organized the opening and clos- 17. What was Canada's poorest medal 4. Who won the first gold medal in a ing ceremonies for the 1960 Winter performance in Winter Olympic Winter Olympics? Olympics? competition? 5. Two winter sports were in competi- 10. Who won Canada's first individual 18. Who are the only women to have tion at the 1920 Summer Olympics in gold medal at a Winter Olympics? won gold medals in figure skating in Antwerp, Belgium. What were they? 11. Who won Canada's first gold medal three successive Winter Olympics? 6. What remarkable situation did figure in skiing at a Winter Olympics? 19. Who is the only Winter Olympic gold skater Gillis Grafstrom of Sweden 12. Canada won one other gold medal in medal winner from Timmins, Ontario? and the Canadian ice hockey team 1960. Who was it? 20. This Canadian speed skater won sil- find themselves in at the first Winter 13. Which host nations have failed to ver in 500 metres in 1976 in Innsbruck. Olympics? win gold in the Winter Olympics? Answers on page 22 FEBRUARY 5, 2018 TRIDENT Sports 21

Members of the PPCLI and the R22eR play in the Imjim Classic Hockey games against a Korean team in Gapyeong, South Korea on January 19, 2018. SUBMITTED Canadian Army participates in Imjin Classic 2018 hockey game in the Republic of Korea

By DND an annual tradition in Canada since joined the United Nations (UN) in its of the Korean War armistice. 2013, is inspired by the games played military response to the North Korean In 1998, a group of Canadians living On January 19, 2018, representatives on the frozen Imjin River in 1952 and invasion of South Korea on June 25, and working in the Republic of Korea of two Canadian Army regiments, the 1953 between the PPCLI and R22eR 1950. More than 26,000 Canadians established the Imjin River Memorial Princess Patricia's Canadian Light during the Korean War. In attendance served in the war and 516 service Tournament, an annual hockey tourna- Infantry (PPCLI) and the Royal 22e Régi- as special guests were Canadian Ko- members were killed in action, in- ment commemorating the games played ment (R22eR), participated in a com- rean War veterans LCol (ret’d) John cluding during the major engagement by the PPCLI and R22eR during the memorative hockey game in the City Bishop, Col (ret’d) Claude Charland of the Battle of Kapyong. On July 27, Korean War. of Paju in the Republic of Korea. The and Sgt (ret’d) Dennis Moore. Both 1953, the UN and North Korea signed In more than 100 years of service, the Imjin Classic 2018 was held to commem- Col (ret’d) Charland (Vandoos) and Sgt a ceasefire, putting an end to the fight- PPCLI and R22eR have served Cana- orate the 65th anniversary of the end of (ret’d) Moore (PPCLI) played in the ing. dians at home and abroad, often side the Korean War and pay homage to the original inter-regiment series on the After 2013 was designated as the Year by side, and today they carried on the competitive spirit of the PyeongChang Imjin River. of the Korean War Veteran, the first legacy of their predecessors on the ice Winter Olympics. "I am honoured to represent Canada annual Imjin Classic hockey game was at the Imjin Hockey Classic. The Imjin Classic 2018 was played at at this event in the Republic of Korea, held on the Rideau Canal in Ottawa that The final score was 7-1, with Team the Yulgok Wetland Park, near the origi- this is more than just a game; it com- same year to mark the 60th anniversary Canada victorious. nal site of the original hockey games. It memorates the strong relationship be- was organized by the Embassy of Korea tween the two nations. My teammates in Canada and Paju City in partnership and I are proud to carry on the legacy with the PyeongChang Organizing Com- of our predecessors who played hock- mittee for the 2018 Olympic and Para- ey here more than 60 years ago on the lympic Winter Games. frozen Imjin River,” said Maj Bryan L. The game coincided with the passage Ouellet, Royal 22e Régiment. of the XXIII Olympic Winter Games "The timing and location of this torch relay in Paju City. This leg of the game could not be better. 2018 marks relay featured Canada's Ambassador to the 65th anniversary of the Korean Korea, Eric Walsh, and Canadian Ko- War armistice, and we are set to cel- rean War veteran, Col (ret’d) Charland ebrate the PyeongChang Olympic and as torch bearers. Paralympic Winter Games. Holding Members of the PPCLI and R22eR this event in the Republic of Korea, were joined by Canadians living in the near the site of the actual historic Republic of Korea and played as Team games, is a great way to remember Canada in a friendly game against Team those who served Canada so well in Korea, made up of players from Yonsei the Korean conflict,” said Eric Walsh, University and Korea University. Out- Canadian Ambassador to Korea. doors, in front of a lively crowd, Team This year’s event was held to com- 145043 Canada won the Imjin Cup. memorate the 65th anniversary of The Imjin Classic hockey game, the end of the Korean War. Canada 22 TRIDENT Sports February 5, 2018 Fitness and sports updates

By Trident Staff at the Stadacona Lanes in STAD- PLEX. Every Monday, Wednesday COTW/COTF Hockey are sched- and Friday 12 – 1 p.m. Shoes sup- uled for February 26-March 2 and plied. Teams can be made up of as March 26-30, respectively. Mega or many players as you wish, however, individual competitions will be only three bowlers per team can determined based on total teams bowl on a given day. DND civilian entered. Dates are TBC. More info to employees are welcome, however, follow. will be required to pay the Commu- Female hockey players wanted. nity Rec user fee at the STADPLEX All skill levels welcome. Come and front desk. learn the game and/or better your Intersection/Drop-In Pickleball. game in a supportive fun environ- Come and learn a fun new sport. Capt Zach Zeiler, far left, gets ready to hit the water during the first day of competi- ment. Practices: Shearwater, Mon- Shearwater Gym, Mondays and tion on December 12. days 3:30-5 p.m. ; and Halifax Forum, Wednesdays 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. For CISM Wednesdays, 12:30-2 p.m. If you are more information please contact Sgt interested and want more informa- Rick Austin, 720-1711 or rick.austin@ tion, please contact LS Robyn Nich- forces.gc.ca Local swimmers olson at Robyn.Nicholson@forces. 12 Wing Shearwater Men’s gc.ca Hockey Team Coach/Manager CFB Halifax Women’s Basket- needed. Team Practices starting represent CAF at CISM ball. If you’re looking for a fun and now. Mondays 2 – 3:30 p.m. and Tues- healthy way to keep the Christmas days 2:30 – 4 p.m. For more informa- goodies at bay and stay active this tion please contact Lt(N) Morash @ World Championship winter season, check out women’s 720-1341 or Anthony.Morash@forces. basketball. No experience neces- gc.ca sary. All abilities are welcome. 12 Wing Shearwater drop-in By Ryan Melanson, sia, Marc-Antoine Olivier of France, Please contact Capt Rachel Nich- basketball is available Wednesdays Trident Staff and Brazilians Etiene Medeiros and olson at rachel.nicholson@forces. from 6-8 p.m. For more information João Luiz Gomes were on hand. gc.ca or call 902-720-1938 for more please contact: Cpl Gagnon at 902- Halifax and the Atlantic region The CAF team was composed of info. 720-3214 or philip.gagnon@forces. were well represented recently when Capt Zach Keiler, a dental officer with Noon Rec Bowling League meets gc.ca a team of CAF swimmers travelled to 1 Dental Unit Detachment in Halifax, Brazil to compete against some of the Lt(N) Emily Wood, a DeckO at HMCS world’ top military athletes. Scotian, PO2 Doug Young of FDU(A), The 49th CISM World Military Capt Stephanie Dennis, formerly of Swimming Championship was held Halifax but currently posted to CFC from December 12-15 in Rio de Janei- Toronto, LS Marlee Palmer, RMS Winter Olympics ro, bringing 131 athletes from 12 coun- Clerk at HMCS Tecumseh in Calgary, tries together at facilities built for Avr Sandy Mclean and MCpl Jim the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Athletes Kelly, both from 14 Wing Greenwood, representing Canada, Germany, Bra- Capt Jacinda Smith of 19 Wing sports trivia zil, France, India, Iraq, Luxembourg, Comox, and Capt Majed Piedra Abu Poland, Russia, Sri Lanka, Switzer- Sharar, project officer with ADM(Mat) Questions on page 20 13. France - 1924, Switzerland - 1928, land and Ukraine all participated. in Quebec. Answers Yugoslavia - 1984, Canada - 1988. The event was organized by the Results include 1. 1924 in Chamonix, France. 14. Vic Emery, John Emery, Doug Ana- Brazilian Ministries of Defense and Capt Dennis: 5th place 200m butter- 2. Five divided into nine disciplines. kin and Peter Kirby of Montreal in Sports in conjunction with the Brazil- fly – 02:31:59, 7th place 100m butterfly 3. Bobsleigh, curling, ice hockey, Nor- four-man in 1964 in Innsbruck, Aus- ian Military Sport Commission, and – 1:07:01. dic skiing (divided into military tria. The most remarkable element is considered a warm-up event for Avr Mclean: 6th place 200m breast- patrol, cross-country skiing, Nordic in the Canadian win is that it was ac- elite military swimmers ahead of the stroke – 2:58:12. combined and ski jumping) and complished without government or 7th Military World Games, which are Capt Smith: 7th place 200m medley skating (divided into figure skating commercial sponsorship. The team set for October 2019 in China. For a 2:38:44. and speed skating. purchased its own equipment and select few, the competition was also LS Palmer: 8th place 200m medley: 4. Charles Jewtraw of the USA won paid its own way en route to the gold. part of training for the 2020 Summer 2:40:20. gold in 500-metre speed skating. 15. Jean-Claude Killy. Olympics in Tokyo; former Olympic Capt Zeiler: 8th place 200m back- 5. Ice hockey and figure skating. 16. Nancy Greene-Raine of Rossland, competitors Anton Chupkov of Rus- stroke: 02:27:67. 6. Both were defending their Summer B.C. won gold in the giant slalom Olympic titles from 1920. Both were in 1968 in Grenoble. She also won successful. silver in the slalom. 7. Biathlon, which debuted in 1960 at 17. 1972 - Sapporo, Japan. Karen Mag- Squaw Valley. nussen of Vancouver won Canada's 8. Klas Lestander of Sweden. only medal, a silver, in figure skat- 9. Walt Disney. ing. 10. Barbara Ann Scott of Ottawa in 18. Sonja Henie of Norway - 1928, 1932, women's figure skating in 1948 at 1936 in women's singles and Irina St. Moritz. Rodnina of USSR - 1972, 1976, 1980 11. Anne Heggtveit of Ottawa in the in pairs. women's slalom in 1960. 19. Kathy Kreiner won gold in 1976 in 12. Barbara Wagner and Robert Paul Innsbruck, Austria. of Toronto won gold in pairs figure 20. Cathy Priestner of Windsor, On- skating. tario. FEBRUARY 5, 2018 TRIDENT Sports 23

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