1947 - 2017

Now you can shop at home with Shilo CANEX.ca Stag Magasinez maintenant WE WILL MATCH... ADVERTISED PRICES ON ELECTRONICS, CAMERAS, à partir de la maison COMPUTERS & MAJOR APPLIANCES. DETAILS ARE Your source for Army news in Manitoba AVAILABLE IN STORE OR ONLINE AT WWW.CANEX.CA

Volume 56 Issue 5 Serving Shilo, Sprucewoods & Douglas since 1947 March 9, 2017 INSIDE This Issue

Military in tune with its musicians. Page 2 Shrove Tuesday

NPF HR assistant Jen- nifer Wilbee (right) added a few sweet top- pings to her pancakes Volunteers recognized and sausage when she prior to BWK game. Page 4 visited the Faith Centre for the annual Shrove Tuesday pancake lunch. BRSM CWO Don Askel- and (left) was all smiles when he arrived for his pancake lunch, waiting for Padre Ihuoma to add a few sausages to his plate. Besides soldiers and Base workers in at- tendance, the event also attracted a few families, with the kids enjoy- ing syrup on their pan- cakes besides a side dish of strawberries and blueberries, plus some whipped cream. MCpl Chute girls pack para- Albert Egloff (above) helped with his young- chutes. Page 6-7 est. Photos by Jules Xavier 2 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017 Military musicians in demand for 2017 celebrations

Steven Fouchard of whom play second and third instruments, allows Reserve Force Bands Lynn Capuano them to shift from the parade square to Rideau Hall, Joining one of the Army Reserve’s bands is a way to jazz or rock combos, or perform the other duties to translate part-time employment into a full-time job, Stag Special that go into running a band, such as fi nance, supply while being paid and having time to study or work in and copyright matters. a civilian capacity. Music plays a vital role in the Canadian Armed CAF Regular Force Bands Musicians may serve with the Royal Canadian Navy Forces (CAF) and our musical men and women in The CF Music Branch holds a two-phase audition (RCN), Canadian Army (CA) or Royal Canadian Air uniform will be a big part of the celebration as Cana- process each year for its Regular Force bands. The fi rst Force (RCAF) and provide musical support for CAF dians prepare to mark several notable anniversaries involves a blind panel assessment of applicants’ musi- events and operations. next year. cal submissions through recordings. Musicians employed on a part-time or casual full- In addition to being Canada’s 150th birthday, 2017 is Successful applicants from the fi rst phase are in- time basis usually serve at a military base, wing, home also the 100th anniversaries of Vimy Ridge and Pass- vited to a second live phase with one of the Regular port or ship located within Canada. chendaele, and the 75th anniversary of the Dieppe Force bands of the Royal Canadian Navy, the Cana- Band of the Ceremonial Guard raid. dian Army and the Royal Canadian Air Force. The Ceremonial Guard is a composite CAF unit of The overall role of CAF’s Music Branch (CF Music The Regular Force also hires skilled musicians to fi ll more than 400 people that includes a Foot Guard com- Branch) is three-pronged. It sustains the morale com- vacancies and competitions are held periodically for pany and the Band of the Ceremonial Guard. ponent of fi ghting power while contributing to state available positions. This year, the majority of the Guard is composed of ceremonial events, and is an effective tool for engag- Successful applicants have typically been experi- Regular and Reserve Force Guard and includes sol- ing with Canadians. enced, professional musicians, many of them having diers from regiments across Canada and, for the fi rst First, building and sustaining the morale compo- a degree in Music Performance, Conservatory or Uni- time, ceremonial members from Canada’s Navy and nent of fi ghting power refers, in part, to the visceral versity Certifi cation, or equivalent professional musi- Air Force. response music creates in CAF members when, for ex- cal experience. The Ceremonial Guard was established to plan, pre- ample, their regimental march is played. Musicians must be multi-talented performers with pare, and execute public duties in the Nation’s Capital State events such as Remembrance Day, Royal tours, experience in several musical styles, and must be able during the summer. support to the Governor General or offi cial commem- to adapt to all types of performance situations and to In the National Capital Region, the application orations serve as the second prong, while the ability diverse audiences. deadline for the CAF’s Band of the Ceremonial Guard of the musicians to open the doors of the military and For more information about the application process was last October. engage with Canadians is the third. or the audition procedure, visit http://www.forces. Steven Fouchard & Lynn Capuano are with Army Public The inherent fl exibility of CAF musicians, many ca/en/job/musician-83#re Affairs

There are plenty of opportunites in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) if you have an interest in music, from being in a band, to the Ceremonial Guard (right). Pet of the Week Pet of the Week FRITZ Fritz is ownedPet by Gnr Erichof the Week Streberg from 1RCHA B Pet of the WeekBty. Aged five, he loves running through deep snow Veterinary services Pet of the andWeek working. Gnr Streberg focused on all aspects says his dog is super loud of your pets’ care when new people visit thePet of the Week Pet of the Weekhouse, But in fact is a softy and wants belly scratches. Do you have a photo of CARING EXCLUSIVELY FOR PETS Pet yourof pet — cat,the dog, bird, WeekDr. Sandy Barclay, Owner and Director | Dr. Tracy Radcliffe, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist snake, hamster — you’d like to share with our Stag To arrange an appointment call 204-728-9140 readers? If so, e-mail it to us or visit www.brandonanimalclinic.ca via [email protected] 2015-A Brandon Avenue, Brandon, MB R7B 4E5 Pet of the WeekPet of the WeekHours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Saturday 9:00 am - Noon March 9, 2017 Shilo Stag 3

Register for CFOne card New card holder could win $7,000

Stag Special Chef Boyardee ® Cloverleaf ® As its 20th anniversary celebrations come to a close, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) is launching one fi nal activity this month: Be One Canned Pasta Tuna Snacks of a Million contest. • Assorted Varieties • Tuna salad & cracker snack Don’t have your CFOne card yet? Or you have a CFOne card, but know other • 425 gr • 90 gr Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) community members who don’t? Well then, this • Reg. 2.39 • Reg. 2.79 contest is for you. During the month of March, all new eligible CFOne card registrants, as well as 2/ 99 the people who referred them, have a chance to win a prize valued at $7,000. The prize includes a $3,000 (CAD) Air Canada gift card (terms and conditions of Air Canada gift card apply; two travel vouchers, each valued at $2,000 (USD), 3 1 from Government Vacation Rewards and Our Vacation Centre - Resort Vacation for a total of $4,000 (USD) (terms and conditions of Our Vacation Centre apply). Christie ® Kool-Aid Jammers® Here’s how to enter: Between March 1 and 31, sign up for your CFOne card at www.cf1fc.ca and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win. Cookies Kool-Aid Don’t forget to sign up other family members — new registrants need to be 21 • Chips Ahoy Original and • Assorted Flavours years of age or older to be entered in the contest. Chunky, Fudgee-O, Oreo • 10 x 180 ml See contest rules and regulations at www.cf1fc.ca Already have your CFOne card? • 300 gr • Reg. 5.19 Spread the word to those who don’t. Reach out to other eligible CAF community • Reg. 4.99 members and invite them to register for their CFOne card between March 1 and 31 2/ 99 at www.cf1fc.ca and increase your chances of winning. In order to be entered in the contest, new registrants need to enter your name and e-mail address (as referrer) in the fi nal stage of their registration process. For 7 3 every referral that registers, you will receive an extra ballot. For more details, refer to the contest rules and regulations at www.cf1fc.ca Hunts ® Kellogg’s ® Pudding Snacks Cereal & Pop Tarts • Chocolate, Butterscotch, • Corn Flakes, Special K, Vanilla, Banana Cream pie All-Bran Flakes • 4/99 gr • 520 gr - 1.22 kg • Reg. 2.29 2/3 • Reg. 7.99-9.99 699 Ital ® Aylmer ® Pasta Canned Tomatoes • Special purchase • Diced or Whole • Elbow macaroni, penne, • 796 ml spaghetti • Reg. 2.19 • 450 gr .99 2/3 Betty Crocker ® Sponge Towel ® Fruit Snacks Paper Towel • Assorted Varieties • Sponge Towel single roll • 128 gr • 1 roll • Reg. 1.99 Visit Stag for Base calendar • Reg. 3.79 4/ 2/ The 2017 Base calendar is fresh off the presses at Leech Printing in Brandon. This year’s cover features staff at the RCA Museum bringing a new acquisition inside last summer. Drop by the Stag’s offi ce in CANEX and see the staff about acquiring 10 3 your copy which would look great in your offi ce or wall of your PMQ kitchen. Photo by Jules Xavier March 9 to March 22 2017 4 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017

Volume 56 • Issue 5 Regular Circulation: 3,000 Printed bi-weekly by Struth Publishing, Killarney MB

General manager Mike McEwan ext 3073 Managing editor Jules Xavier ext 3093 Base Photographer ext 6008 Assistant editor Sarah Francis ext 3013 Advertising rep Elaine Rempel ext 3736 Editorial advisor Lori Truscott ext 3813 Proof reader Elaine Rempel ext 3736

Fax: 204-765-3814 Email: [email protected]

Mailing Address: CANADIAN Box 5000, Stn Main COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER AWARD 2014 CFB Shilo, Manitoba, R0K 2A0

This newspaper is issued by authority of LCol John Cochrane, Base Commander, CFB Shilo. The views expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Department of National Defence or of the editorial staff. The editorial staff reserves the right to edit, to abridge, to reject copy or advertising to adhere to the policy, as outlined in CFAO 57-5, and for clarity and/or content.

The Shilo Stag is produced every second Thursday.

Deadline for submissions is the Thursday prior to the week of publication. Submissions can be sent to the Stag via email at [email protected], dropped off at the Stag of- fi ce located in CANEX or via Inter-base mail. Submitting articles and photos for print: Volunteer • Please submit articles as a MS Word Document. • Include the author’s full name, rank, unit and contact information. Appreciation • Include photos with your articles whenever possible, however, do not embed photos in word documents. BComd LCol John Cochrane, • Please submit photos as high resolution jpegs (if BRSM CWO Don Askeland and scanned 300 dpi), digital images or in hard copy format. PSP senior manager Mike McE- • With photos, include a caption that names the individu- wan accepted a cheque (top) from als in the photo; what is taking place; and the name, CANEX manager Rick Kehler prior rank, and unit of the photographer. to the volunteer appreciation lunch • • • held prior to a Brandon Wheat Kings game. The 18th annual Follow the Shilo Stag on event is held to thank the more Facebook by visiting: than 100 volunteers who give up their time to PSP, Shilo MFRC and http://www.facebook.com/ShiloSTAG Base activities as volunteers. Sgt Ian Taylor (left) looks over the vari- ety of pizza being served.

Patricia Keough RMT Shilo Theatre 204-441-8044 CANEX Mall in the Naturally (Located in the General Strange Hall) [email protected] Amouri ed Healing Studio March 10 Passengers Rated PG 30 mins - $45 •Swedish• March 17 Sing Rated G 45 mins - $60 •Cupping• March 24 Why Him? Rated 14A 60 mins - $75 •Pregnancy• Children aged 10 and younger require adult supervision at all times. 75 mins - $90 All movies start at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. •Myofascial• FREE GSH popcorn — h2o from CANEX 90 mins - $110 •Infant• (additional $15 charge on all For more info, contact the community •Hot stones• recreation o ce at 204-765-3000 ext 3317/3588 hot stone massages) DEBIT and VISA payment and DIRECT BILLING to most insurance companies NOW AVAILABLE March 9, 2017 Shilo Stag 5 New community centre for Shilo GSH Bowling Alley Open bowling for all ages Headquarters Camp Shilo very re- for $10,000 from the GOC Maple Leaf cently announced receipt of the fi nal Services Fund. Saturday 2 to 4 p.m. approval of a new community centre The $20,000 originally approved for Sunday 2 to 4 p.m. for the camp from Canadian Forces the building of an outdoor swimming headquarters. pool will be transferred to the project, Adult: $2.50 per game The centre will be located in the and the remaining money from local area known as Artillery Park, ap- sources as follows: a contribution of Youth: $2.25 per game proximately midway between the $5,000 from the RCSA fund, $10,000 Child: $2 per game two chapels. Construction of the from Garrison fun, and $5,000 from the For more info Shoe rental: 75 cents building will begin immediately, special MLS rebate which Camp Shilo call the community Prices subject to tax with an estimated completion date units agreed to contribute to the com- of approximately December 1 of this year. munity centre. recreation office Ask about Glow bowling The centre, which will consist mainly of two Butler Total cost of the project will be approximately at 204-765-3000 buildings, will contain such facilities for Shiloites as $65,000. ext 3317 or 3588 birthday parties! a Boy Scout, Cub and Brownie hall, auditorium and Landscaping of the grounds and maintenance will band stand, and a Maple Leaf Services coffee shop. be on a self-help basis and it is hoped that our Shilo Financing for the project will come from a variety of teen population will come out and give full support to sources. The initial or contributed costs of the Butler making the centre not only a functional lace, but also buildings amounting to $15,000 will come from the an attractive addition to our community. Canadian Army Central Fund, and a special request Camp Shilo Stag Sept. 2, 1965

AVIS DE CONSULTATION Consultation publique quant au besoin d’une école francophone dans la région de l’Ouest An architect’s concept of the newly-approved Shilo Community Centre to be constructed in the de la ville de Brandon. Artillery Park area. Mardi 21 mars 2017, à 18 h 30. Victoria Inn, Salon 2 Trials resume 3550, avenue Victoria German armoured equipment cold weather trials Cost of the trials will be borne by the German gov- Brandon, Manitoba planned for Camp Shilo, Manitoba last winter, but ernment. Use of the military facilities of one NATO cancelled for technical reasons, will be conducted country for trials and training by the forces of another Renseignement : 1 800 699-3637 next winter by a team of approximately 100 German is an established form of co-operation between NATO army technicians and civilian experts. partners. Courriel : [email protected] A total of eight armoured fi ghting vehicles will be The main body of the test team will arrive in early tested, representing four different types. December and will conduct trials at Camp Shilo for They are the recently developed standard tank of about three months. the German army, the 42-ton “Leopard”; a 26-ton tank A liaison team of seven German experts and offi - destroyer, a 22-ton anti-tank guided missile carrier cials, headed LCol R. von Wallenberg, visited Camp and a 25-ton armoured personnel carrier. Shilo Aug. 16-17, then returned to Ottawa for fi nal Purpose of the trials is to determine the operation- talks. al capabilities of the equipment in accordance with Camp Shilo Stag Sept. 2, 1965 NOTICE OF CONSULTATION NATO standards under low temperature conditions. Public consultation on the need for a Franco- phone school in Brandon’s West side. Tuedsay March 21, at 6:30 p.m. Victoria Inn, Room 2 3550 Victoria Avenue Brandon, Manitoba Information : 1 800 699-3637 Email: [email protected]

Apprendre et grandir ensemble

www.DSFM.MB.ca 6 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017 Parachute rigging done by ‘Chute girls

Enlisted in the Canadian Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (CWAAF), Anna Dundas (right) worked out of the No. 10 Flying Training School in Dau- phin in 1942 looking after the parachutes airmen wore when they trained. A parachute (above) comes under inspection as an airmen shows off the rigging used as part of the parachute. RCA Museum Archives

Sarah Francis She wrote in her article titled, Temptations of a ‘Chute on war time needs. Another example is in the cor- Shilo Stag Girl, “Ever miss those nice sheer pre-war silk stock- set. The metal used to make the boning was needed ings, girls? When you work all day with enough silk to help the war effort, a short supply of metal meant The life and death of airmen was often held in the to make stockings aplenty for the next eight years, women’s clothing changed to accommodate. diligent hands of women packing parachutes during wearing cotton stockings, it’s a great temptation to Prepping ‘chutes for troops was no easy feat. Each the Second World War. whip out the scissors. Particularly now, when real one had to be examined with scrutiny for holes and While growing up, it always seemed mothers were $1.50 chiffons are as scarce as beefsteak in Berlin. imperfections, such as rust on metal fittings. experts at folding sheets and towels. How did they get “That’s what the girls in the parachute section, Each fold needed to be exact and any flaw fixed af- so neat and stay that way? What is the secret behind packing six to eight chutes a day, and thinking of the ter numerous examinations. those darn fitted sheets? dear, dear days of silk-legged delight, are up against. Anna Dundas enlisted in the CWAAF (Canadian There have been many camping trips where people The silk from one chute would make no less than 160 Women’s Auxiliary Air Force) in January 1942. She have cursed as they cram a sleeping bag or tent back pairs of stockings, and if you like Nylons, there’s 200 was at the No. 10 Flying Training School (SFTS) in into a seemingly impossibly small bag in which it was pairs of them in one of the big umbrellas. Dauphin and, with two other women, looked after sold. “Chute rigging has been one of the chief activities the parachutes. Parachute packing of the Women’s Division “We had to inspect parachutes for rips or tears and was tedious and accu- since Ottawa decided hang them in a well to air them for 48 hours. And then rate work. And provided that there were hun- repack them,” recalled Dundas in a recording from another opportunity for dreds of jobs in the air the Memory Project website. women to be involved in force that could be done “We were always conscious of doing the wrong the war effort. by the ladies. And, as thing, but we had good training and the only time I Folding the metres long you can see, one of the was nervous inspecting a parachute was where they contraptions of silk and most ironical jobs” brought it in after a crash and it had burned. And we leather needed to be done The use of materials had to go through it. We, when I say we, I had to … I neatly and specifically. such as silk, and later was the only one that worked on it, to make sure there The fate of the men drop- nylon by the military, led were no body parts in it. And the smell of that burnt ping from the sky in train- to shortages — mean- silk was very, very strong, it was nauseating. And it ing and during missions ing women struggled to was kind of a daunting job. But we had to do it, that was up to these women’s cover bare legs. was part of the ritual, before they could throw it out.” expert packing skills. There were riots by The women were required to fly in any planes they The task was primar- women trying to get helped repair. ily the work for women. their hands on stockings “I was asked to repair a wingtip and our training Nicknamed ‘Chute Girls Rigging tables are set out so that ‘Chute girls could and nylons, according planes [North American Harvards] were covered in they packed hundreds of prepare and pack parachutes used by airmen training to the Smithsonian Mag canvas, actually cotton, not canvas, factory cotton. thousands of parachutes to jump. Jumping was done at the parachute training website. It also states And they were covered with seven coats of dope, during the Second World tower located at Camp Shilo. women painted stock- which is a heavy enamel,” recalled Dundas. “And War, with 20,000 put to ings on their legs during when the students were learning to take off and land, use in one single day — on D-Day when Canadian the shortage with liquid that’s when some of those accidents happened and soldiers dropped behind the lines on the Normandy stocking makeup. the wingtips touched the ground too soon and they’d coast. Some also created contraptions to paint a straight rip.” This is according to www.elinorflorence.com — the line up the back with eyeliner or a brow pencil or have She even spent a few days repairing the underside website also cited an article written by Cpl Murial El- a friend line their legs. Creating the seam line made of one of those planes when the fuselage was ripped lis. the liquid stockings look more believable. open from the cockpit to the tail. Women’s clothing has changed multiple times base See AIRMAN page 7 March 9, 2017 Shilo Stag 7 Airman tracks ʻChute girl who packed his parachute From page 6 and she’d better be ready in 15 minutes.’ So I had to Camken was a fabric worker before enlisting and go.” packing military parachutes. “But after each job, sewing job on an aircraft, I had The following year, they we’re married. While “You can never let yourself forget how important to go up. A pilot had to take me up as a precaution women took personal responsibility for aircraft they your work is when you’re packing ‘chutes,” she said that I did not sabotage the plane. I had to go up after mended, it was the same story with the parachutes. in the article. “It isn’t your life that depends on them. it was repaired to make sure the job was genuine.” Records were kept on who packed each parachute. It’s somebody else’s, and your best is the only job She met her husband on her fi rst time fl ying dur- This is something RCAF Flying Offi cer (FO) T.R. Del- that’s good enough.” ing her familiarization fl ight. Dundas was scared of aney took to heart when he bailed out of his burning He gifted her a bracelet featuring the RCAF crest, planes and fl ying and was the last one in her section plane. According to the website for author Elinor Flor- her name and Women’s Division Number. On the un- to go up. “So fi nally, this gorgeous man came to our ence, a news clipping tells the story of how he tracked derside it says, “With sincere thanks, T.R. Delaney.” section. He says, ‘I’m going up in 15 minutes and I down Leading Airwoman Irene Camken. He wanted These women’s tales fi t well with the RCAF Wom- hear there’s one airwoman who hasn’t been up yet to thank her because she “brought him back alive.” en’s Division motto “She serves that men may fl y.”

It was a hive of activity at Camp Shilo during the Second World War, and post- war, when soldiers and airmen would hone their parachuting skills at the now defunct training tower (below). RCA Musuem Archives

Joe Salazar CD1 Sales Representative Dir: 613-218-6714 Off: 613-695-2525 Email: [email protected] Web: SalazarProperties.ca

5” X 7” SHILO 8 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017 New, improved CF Appreciation website offers easy access Stag Special “I am excited to see first-hand the launch of the CF Appreciation mobile- Since 2011, the CF Appreciation pro- friendly website. Whether in Canada or gram has offered a variety of discounts abroad, you can now easily see all the to currently serving members of the Ca- discounts and savings around you, on nadian Armed Forces (CAF), veterans, your tablet or phone in the area where and their respective families in recogni- you will be traveling,” said Commo- tion of their sacrifices and dedication. dore Sean Cantelon, Director General To help the entire CAF community to Morale and Welfare Services. save on a daily basis, no matter where “On behalf of the [CAF] community, they are, www.CFAppreciation.ca has I am grateful for all industry partners been updated with a modern “look and that are part of the CF Appreciation feel” that will allow users to find cus- program. I look forward to continued tomized offers around them. growth in this regard.” Users will be able to access the web- With the aim of expanding its audi- site wherever they are and on any hand ence of users, new industry partners, held device from Smartphone to tablet including those local, regional, and na- to computer. tional, have been approached to offer The site will also feature a new, more discounts, while some existing industry intuitive design making searching easi- partners have chosen to enhance their er, by keyword, location, and company offers, further increasing benefits to the name, offering users customized search CAF community. results. At home, on the road, or abroad, In addition, users will be able to ac- www.CFAppreciation.ca wants to en- cess their CFOne Card on their Smart- sure you will have easy access to all phone, ensuring users always have discounts at your fingertips. Saving to- their ID on hand. gether will never be so easy. Special features include: Mobile- Visit www.CFAppreciation.ca to see friendly browser support; geo-loca- for yourself, or connect with the CF Ap- tion functionality and easier to find preciation team at 1-855-235-3099 for what you’re looking for. more information.

Your spring edition of At A Glance magazine, which also now incorporates the Base directory, is now available on the Base, including CANEX and the GSH.

Syrup with your sausage A youngster received her plate of sausage and pancakes from Pa- dre Ihuoma during Shrove Tuesday held at the Faith Centre. Photo by Sarah Francis March 9, 2017 Shilo Stag 9

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that CFB Shilo Country Club intends to conduct the following pesticide control programs during 2017:

• To control noxious weeds at the CFB Shilo Coun- try Club. The projected dates of application will be from May 1, 2017 to Nov. 1, 2017. The herbicides If you happen to walk or drive by the three-storey apartment building currently under construction you’ll see a to be used include: 2-4-D Amine marked difference now compared to when this image was taken in early fall. Photo by Jules Xavier and Glyphosate

• To control the following turf grass diseases including Dollar BMO enhances military banking program Spot, Anthracnose, Melting Out, Pink and Grey Snow Mould etc. Stag Special benefi ts to our defence community,” said Commodore The proposed dates of application for these pro- Sean Cantelon, Director General Morale and Welfare grams will be from May 1, 2017 to Nov. 1, 2017. BMO Bank of Montreal unveiled its enhanced Cana- Services. “Through the Canadian Defence Communi- dian Defence Community Banking (CDCB) program ty Banking program, BMO has proven itself an enthu- The fungicides to be used include: Banner Maxx, which is designed to better serve the banking needs siastic and loyal partner, thoroughly committed to im- Daconil 2787 and Trilogy of regular force personnel, reserves, recruits, military proving the lives of our members, veterans and their families, veterans and retirees, as well as Department families. On behalf of the entire defence community I of National Defence (DND) civilian personnel and the wish to express our most sincere appreciation for their The public may send written submissions or objec- RCMP. stalwart support.” tions within 15 days of the publication of this notice The new benefi ts incorporate suggestions from BMO has a long history of supporting national de- to the following address: Manitoba Conserva- CDCB customers and apply to existing and new cus- fence efforts. During the First World War, BMO es- tomers, and include: Free banking with the perfor- tablished temporary branches to pay troops at vari- tion, Pesticide/Fertilizer Section, Suite 160, 123 mance plan; free unlimited Interac e-transfer trans- ous encampments throughout Canada, and Canadian Main St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1A5 actions; BMO employee pricing on a wide range of men and women in uniform overseas were paid mortgage options; no annual fee for the BMO Support through the bank’s Waterloo Place offi ce in London. Our Troops Mastercard. During the Second World War, BMO’s president “BMO has a long history of assisting national de- George Spinney headed the national war fi nance fence personnel and we are pleased to offer this en- committee, which oversaw the sales of Victory Loan hanced program to serve those Canadians who have bonds. served or continue to serve us, as well as their fami- During the post-war years when Canada had forces lies,” said Martin Nel, head of Personal and Small stationed in Europe, Bank of Montreal branches on the Business Banking, BMO Financial Group. military bases provided banking services for Canadi- BMO has served as the offi cial bank of the Canadian an servicemen and servicewomen and their families. military since 2008. Through CDCB, the bank offers BMO is currently sponsor of the Canada Army Run, discounted banking rates and other special benefi ts, an annual event that brings together Canadians and such as the integrated relocation program mortgage the CAF to raise funds for two offi cial charities of the offer and the BMO Support Our Troops Mastercard, CAF that provide assistance to ill and injured soldiers through which a portion of each transaction goes to and military families in need. Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) morale and welfare programs. “I am thrilled at these signifi cant enhancements to a program that has already delivered a wide range of 10 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017 Mumps on the move

Shilo Stag Sarah Francis

With approximately 23 times the amount of mumps cases hitting Manitoba, you may want to start taking precautions. The virus is highly contagious — being spread by saliva. It can live in your mouth, eyes, nose and skin. Coughing, sneezing, talking and touch- ing contaminated surfaces are ways you may pick up this illness. According to the Manitoba Public Health website — as of March 2 — there are 184 confi rmed cases of mumps since Sept. 1, 2016. Traditionally, the province sees between four to eight cases per year. CFB Shilo’s Medical Offi cer Capt Ste- ven Nordstrom told the Shilo Stag there haven’t been any reported cases on this Base. Generally younger people are af- fected by mumps. “It’s defi nitely a highly contagious dis- Mumps can cause swelling of glands on the neck. This is just ease that’s spread in close quarters,” ex- one of the symptoms doctors look for when diagnosing this con- plained Capt Nordstrom. “It typically tagious virus. Photo from Public Health Agency of Canada affects school-age children and young adults. Some of our younger members Soldiers may get numerous Measles Mumps Ru- might be more susceptible. Members into their mid bella (MMR) doses. to late 20s aren’t necessarily susceptible to mumps.” “With mumps, most people get two doses, and Initially, this illness was affecting University of our members get a booster dose if they come in and Manitoba students in Winnipeg between the age of haven’t received one in the 10 years previous,” he 18 and 29 and, who live in the city or are involved in said. sports. While soldiers aren’t required to get vaccines, it Mumps can spread could impact their ability to be deployed.   quickly through sports There is no cure for mumps, if a soldier contracts it.   teams due to the close Instead there are isolation procedures. proximity of the players, “The member would be sent home from work. We and sharing water bottles would advise [them] to limit contact with other peo-  and food, and touching ple, cover his mouth when he sneezes or coughs … contaminated surfaces. don’t share glasses. SHILO RANGES Now, it’s spreading to “However, like I said, it’s highly contagious and Day and night firing will be carried out at the all ages in Manitoba. likely the people in his family and that live around Shilo Ranges until further notice. If you’ve been infected them are going to be exposed, and have been exposed The range consists of DND controlled proper- if can take between 12 to by the time it presented here.” ty lying approximately 32 kms SE from 25 days for symptoms to Mumps can also have some serious side effects in a Brandon and N of the Assiniboine River in appear and you can pass small margin of those who become ill. Townships 7, 8 and 9; Range 14 WPM, it on before you even While the illness can be painful, uncomfortable and Townships 8, 9 and 10; Ranges 15 and 16 know you’re sick or have inconvenient from a work and school perspective, se- WPM and Townships 9 and 10; Range 17 WPM in the Province of Manitoba. If required, the mumps. rious side effects are rare. a detailed description of the Shilo property “Particularly early on, These side effects include, infl ammation of the tes- may be obtained from the Base Construction it mimics a lot of other vi- ticles, which can affect 15 to 30 per cent of men, and Engineering Office at Canadian Forces Base ral infections,” explained infl ammation of the breasts and the ovaries affecting Shilo. Capt Nordstrom, around fi ve per cent of women. All boundaries, entry ways, roads and tracks The NHL’s Vancouver Approximately 13 per cent of these cases can cause into the Range are clearly marked and posted Canucks and Minnesota impaired fertility which varies in severity. Addition- with signs indicating that there is to be NO Wild as well as the local ally, sterility is very rare. TRESPASSING. Hunting is no longer Brandon Wheat Kings Infl ammation of the brain, also known as encepha- permitted on the Shilo Ranges. have been affl icted by the litis, occurs in around one in 6,000 cases. highly contagious virus, Capt Nordstrom told the Stag in a follow up e-mail, STRAY AMMUNITION AND EXPLOSIVE OBJECTS with players removed “Most with encephalitis secondary to mumps recover Bombs, grenades, shells, similar explo- from the line-up and kept completely. Permanent hearing loss, arthritis, pancre- sive objects, and their casings are a hazard to away from their team- atitis and heart involvement have also been reported life and limb. Do not pick up or retain such mates. but even less common that those above.” objects as souvenirs. If you have found or The mumps vaccine was approved in 1996, result- have in your possession any object which you You can help protect believe to be an explosive, notify your local yourself by ensuring you ing in the number of reported cases decreasing by police and arrangements will be made to and your family are vacci- around 90 per cent — from 33,000 cases reported per dispose of it. nated. While vaccines are year within 1951 to 1955 to roughly 180 cases per year not 100 per cent effective, in 2011 to 2013. That’s according to the Public Health No unauthorized person may enter this they are still your best bet. Agency of Canada. area and trespassing on the area is strictly prohibited. “Typically it’s in the 97 To check that your vaccines are up to date or if you to 99 per cent for most of think you or your family member have been exposed BY ORDER our vaccines,” noted Capt to mumps, contact your healthcare provider. Deputy Minister Nordstrom. Department of National Defense

OTTAWA, CANADA 17630-77 “It’s defi nitely a highly conta- gious disease that’s spread in close quarters.”  - Capt Steven Nordstrom March 9, 2017 Shilo Stag 11

We want you on our team The Shilo Stag is looking for another sales consul- tant for its team. Help us sell the Brandon business market on advertising in the Stag. They have a cap- tive audience — especially with people here who are new to the community after being posted here from elsewhere in Canada. Where do you shop for new glasses; groom your dog; take the wife out for an an- niversary dinner; buy a new car or have winter tires put on the van with the advent of winter; shop for back to school clothes and supplies? Working on commission, you can set your own hours. The more you hustle and sign advertisers up to promote their business in the Stag, the more you earn. Drop by the Stag's office in CANEX and see Jules or Sarah about the job. Or call 204-765-3000 ext 3013/3093. Be part of the award- winning Shilo Stag team. Sign of spring? Removed earlier this winter, the Shilo Community CLASSIFIED ADS Gardens sign is back with a new look, but incorrect contact information if you are interested in planting a Email: [email protected] • Phone 204-765-3000, ext 3013 • Fax 204-765-3814 vegetable garden this summer. There are currently 24 raised beds, plus an adjacent fenced-in area can be $10 for rst 20 words, used also. If you are interested in growing zucchini, 10¢ for each additional word carrots and strawberries this summer contact PSP recreation co-ordinator Kristen Lucyshyn at 204-765- Deadline for next issue: 3000 ext 3588. Photo by Jules Xavier March 16 at noon Free ads (non-pro t only) restricted to members of the CAF, employees of CFB Shilo and the residents of the surrounding area. Where’s Willie? Services Services Services Employment Somewhere on the pages of this Shilo Greg Steele Canadian Fire- NEED YOUR TAXES CANEX WANTS YOU: Stag is a picture of Willie, the Wheat arms Safety Course Instruc- DONE? Fast, friendly, and Clerk/cashier part-time posi- tor/Examiner Offering Red Kings mascot. personal service. Located out- tion with 13 to 32 hr /week re- Cross first aid training. Mani- side the gate. For all your in- Tell us on what toba Hunter Safety instruc- quired. Must be available days/ come tax needs contact Ingrid tor. Courses offered at least evenings, and weekends. Un- page, in what monthly, more often with de- Wasserburg at 204-763-4357. particular mand. Firearm/hunter safety OPEN ALL YEAR. der the direction of the depart- advertisement courses planned seasonally. ment supervisor, a clerk/cashier Restricted and non-restricted. Employment scans customer purchases, pro- Willie was Call 204-725-1608. E-mail cesses the transactions, and ac- found and St. Barbara’s [email protected] Looking for a job on the correctly answer Protestant Chapel Base? Submit resumes to NPF cepts payment. He/she prices, We buy and sell HR office via e-mail quoting stocks shelves, counters and the following Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with good used Sunday school & nursery furniture/appliances and we competition # to npfhrshilo@ display areas with merchandise deal in coins and coin/stamp cfmws.com OR for more de- skill-testing Padre Costen - ext 3381 and keeps stock in order. He/ supplies. People’s Market tailed information on the jobs question for Padre Dennis - ext 3088 Place, 32-13th St., Brandon, she performs cleaning duties Padre Lee - ext 3090 offered at CFB Shilo visit: your chance to 204-727-4708. as required. Starting salary for Padre Neil - ext 6836 www.cfmws.com win two tickets • • • this CAT 1 position is $11.68 to an upcoming Our Lady of Shilo Tree Planting per hour, and after two-month Wheat Kings Roman Catholic Chapel probation increases to $11.94. home game in Brandon. Sunday at 10:30 a.m. 1st Shilo Scouts are looking for acreages to plants trees on in the Apply in person at CANEX Faith Studies Tuesday 18:30 spring. If you are interested contact Linda Levesque at 204-765- admin office, or NPF Human Confessions by appointment 3000 ext 3396 for more information. Resources office at Base HQ. Entry Form Padre Ihuoma - ext 3089 Name: ______Automobile For Sale Address: ______2010 Chevrolet Impala LT Silver Ice exterior with titanium-coloured cloth interior; five-passenger seating; 54,500 km, four-speed Phone: ______automatic transmission, 3.5L V6; power locks, window, trunk release, AM/FM stereo w/CD layer, MP3, six speakers, Bluetooth for Page #, ad: ______phone, power driver seat, manual lumbar support, carpeted floor mats, leather wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, block heater, 16-inch aluminum wheels, all-season tires; well-maintained, up-to-date on service checks with dealership, clean, no rust. Always stored Answer skill-testing question: in garage. Rarely driven winter months. Current safety inspection. Non-smoker driven. Available immediately $11,000. Contact Yvette When did Anna Dundas enlist with the CWAAF? or Mike 204-763-4990

To place an ad, e-mail Advertise with us! Cut out your entry form and fax it to 204-765-3814, or scan it [email protected] or call 204-765-3000 ext 3736 and e-mail to [email protected] or drop it off at the Stag’s office Contact Sarah Francis at [email protected] at CANEX. Draw will be made on the Monday prior to game day. or call her at 204-765-3000 ext 3013 12 Shilo Stag March 9, 2017

Gunner Arena RCEME action It was a hive of activity during the two-day RCEME hockey tournament held at Gunner Arena. There were 16 games played, with six teams in- volved. Besides the host Base Maintenance, other teams involved includ- ed 2PPCLI, 1RCHA, 17 Wing Winnipeg, Garrison Edmonton and BATUS from CFB Suffi eld. Besides game action, the tournament also featured a skills competition Friday night, not unlike what the NHL does for its all-star weekend. Here, action from Friday mid-morning games saw a penalty shot scored (above) in a game between 2PPCLI and 17 Wing Winnipeg. Gar- rison Edmonton (right) kept the BATUS goaltender busy, while its goalie (above right) had a puck defl ect off his shoulder over the net. Photos by Jules Xavier

New exclusive offers for the Canadian Defence Community.2

• FREE banking with the Performance Plan1 • FREE unlimited Interac e-Transfer®‡ transactions • BMO Employee Pricing on a wide range of mortgage options3,4 • No annual fee with the BMO® Support Our Troops Mastercard®*5 We count on you. Visit bmo.com/cdcboffer for full details. Sign up today. Now count Start on us. enjoying FREE Banking!1

1 The monthly Plan fee is waived. You are responsible for all transaction, service and product fees not included in your Bank Plan. 2 Proof of CDCB eligibility is required. Offers may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. 3 Applications and the amount you can borrow are subject to meeting BMO’s usual credit criteria. 4 Some conditions may apply. These special offers are not available for the 5-year or 10-year BMO Smart Fixed Mortgage or a Homeowner ReadiLine®. 5 No annual fees apply for primary or authorized cardholder cards. Ongoing annual fees and all other applicable fees are subject to change. Visit your branch; call the Customer Contact Centre at 1-800-263-2263, or visit bmo.com/creditcards for current rates and fees. ®‡ Interac e-Transfer is a registered trademark of Interac Inc. Used under license. ™*/®*Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Used under license.

Docket #: 16-2860 Trim Size: 10.18" x 7" Newspaper: Shilo Stag Description: Newspaper Type Safety: Insertion Date(s): Mar 9, Apr 20 FILE COLOURS: Branch: Bleed Size: C M Y K Services

BMO Creative Creative BMO Contact: [email protected] Phone: 416-927-3452 Filename: 16-2860 CDCB Ad Shilo Stag 10.18x7 Ev1.indd File last modified Feb 24, 2017, 9:25 AM