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Vol. 33 No. 35 SEPTEMBERAurora 10, 2012 NO CHARGE www.auroranewspaper.com Two countries continue connections Kosovar visitors remember Greenwood’s helping hands Sara Keddy, Kosovo – has enabled people is now the chairman of the Managing editor in Kosovo to live in peace Greenwood Military Aviation and freedom today, and that’s Society, and hosted Abazi and The welcome in Greenwood spread across our region,” four others involved with an art 13 years ago extended to thou- Abazi said. “We are absolutely showing of Kosovar children’s sands of refugees from Kosovo grateful, and I just want to work of thanks to Canada on still moves those involved to thank you from the bottom of display at Alderney Landing in strong emotions. my heart for helping our people Dartmouth. The now four-year-old coun- when they needed someone’s Faton Tony Bislimi is taking try’s deputy minister of culture, help.” a PhD at Dalhousie Univer- youth and sport, Hajdin Abazi, “It was our pleasure,” re- sity, but is the founder and visited 14 Wing Greenwood sponded Colonel (retired) Brian president of the Bislimi Group, August 31 to trace some of the Handley, who welcomed Abazi dedicated to fostering links footprints made by his country- to Greenwood. Handley was the between Canada and Kosovo. men as they fl ed persecution base commander in 1999 and The art showing is one of the and war at home for safety in oversaw Operation Parasol, group’s projects. At age 16, he Canada in 1999. in which over 2,000 Kosovar was evacuated from Kosovo Colonel (Retired) Brian Handley (right), wing commander at 14 Wing Greenwood “What you have done with refugees came through Green- to Macedonia, and he is deter- during Operation Parasol in 1999, greets Hajdin Abazi (left), the deputy minister for culture for Kosovo, August 31. The delegation from Kosovo visited to express refugees – and what the Cana- wood on nine fl ights from May appreciation and gratitude for aid members of 14 Wing gave refugees from Kosovo dian Forces and NATO did in 6 through May 21. Handley Continued on page 3... during the Kosovo crisis. Corporal J.Kusche, 14 Wing Imaging New RCAF commander announced Holly Bridges, tenant-general) Yvan Blondin Canadian Forces will be well- retiring general offi cers, I thank commander North American RCAF Public Affairs as the new commander of the served by these proven and ac- you for your service, counsel Aerospace Defense Command RCAF. Blondin will assume complished senior offi cers. To and comradeship. We have (NORAD), in Colorado Springs, Defence Minister Peter command of the RCAF, suc- each of them I send my sincere been privileged to serve Canada replacing Lieutenant-General McKay has announced senior ceeding Lieutenant-General congratulations and encourage- and it has been my honour to be T.J. Lawson. Lawson, promoted appointments for the Royal André Deschamps, who will ment as they assume their new your chief of the defence staff.” general, will replace Natynczyk Canadian Air Force, including retire, at a change of command posts and responsibilities,” said Major-General J.A.J. Par- as chief of defense staff, upon Major-General Yvan Blondin the selection of Major-General ceremony later this fall. General Walt Natynczyk, chief of ent was promoted lieutenant- Natynczyk’s retirement. Corporal L.McDonald (soon to be promoted to lieu- “The men and women of the the defence staff. “To my fellow general, and appointed deputy Brigadier-General Mike Hood Continued on page 2...

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Irvine, M.S.M., VPI | VPI [email protected] C.D., commandant de l’Escadre. www.vpinternational.ca the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS September 10, 2012 Page 3 Aldershot answered Kosovar call for help Captain Tony Steeves, he and other refugees received involved on both sides of the Det Aldershot Ops O during their stay. event grew together from the In the dinning hall, the his- experiences they shared. It has been 13 years since tory grew more personal, Nearly 600 Kosovar refu- Operation Parasol, yet, for proving how the camp staff gees moved into the camp’s those who supported the and families had interacted newly completed quarters Kosovo refugees in 1999, the and developed strong bonds. through Op Parasol. The ma- connections created were life When Kennedy asked if any jority of those who came to long. Hajdin Abazi, the deputy of the kitchen staff that had call Aldershot home were once minister of culture for Kosovo, worked to support the refu- farmers in their own country found that out on a visit to gees were present, two people and, to give them a sense of Camp Aldershot September 1. came out to see who was visit- home, Aldershot prepared a One of the members of the ing and recognised Muji im- large gardening area for fami- minister’s party, Nijazi Muji, mediately. As if it was yester- lies to enjoy. The outdoor pool had stayed at Aldershot with day, the conversations moved was enjoyed a great relief for his young family, working as to family, friends and the the children. an interpreter. He became full events that made Canada feel As old friends once again of life explaining the situation like home for so many. With parted ways, Abazi’s party and on the ground during his stay Abazi watching this reunion, Kennedy took a moment to to the camp commander, Ma- his expression turned to one refl ect on the signifi cance of jor Troy Kennedy, and Abazi, of gratifi cation as he realized, the events that occurred in Al- Camp Aldershot Commander Troy Kennedy was happy to host Kosovar Deputy Min- giving heartfelt recounts of the although the situation then dershot, bringing two cultures ister of Culture Hajdin Abazi on a September 1 tour of the facilities that housed 600 excellent camp staff support was not pleasant, the people together in a time of need. of his people during an evacuation from Kosovo in 1999. Captain T.Steeves Kosovar visitors...... cover of the last fl ight May 21: mined people do not forgot room had run out else- how much their help con- where, and this planeload tinues to be appreciated. of 275 people settled at the “The messages in the base for the next month. children’s art – learn, sing, “It put a big strain on draw, play, paint – is done the wing, but it was all in freedom, like children positive. We tried to take around the world,” Bislimi care of everyone’s needs. said. “The stories we keep There were tears as people hearing are just so emo- left, handshakes – the tional and inspirational. We emotions were so power- want you and everyone else ful. It was terrifi c.” to know we have not for- Handley said people gotten, and this art shows who were part of those fl ights still visit the base that feeling of appreciation. Kosovar poet and journalist Xhevat “No one deserves that Latifi with 14 Wing Greenwood intermittently, looking for more than you.” Lieutenant Patrick Dornan, who the people and places that Bislimi said other coun- organized the visit of Kosovar rep- made such a difference in resentatives September 1. Dornan, 1999. This latest visit by Lieutenant-Colonel Pat- tries did help Kosovo, but the son of a then-serving Air Force rick Thauberger reads a Remember not all Canadians reached out Abazi and his group marks short composition written agents offer the same member in Greenwood, remem- expertise and with its people and its bers going through his closets for a continuation of recogni- by the children of Xhevat negotiating skills. military: “Seeing a picture clothing and toys for the Kosovar tion and remembrance. Latifi, a Kosovar artist and teacher, as Hajdin Abazi, Banner Real Estate • Greenwood of a soldier hugging a baby refugees in 1999. S.Keddy “While there may be an ocean between our two deputy minister for cul- would not have happened ture, and Tony Bislimi and Buying or Selling countries,” Abazi said, in Kosovo then – it was a dif- base to get ready for the fl ights, Halit Bislimi of the Bislimi Sois pour l’achat ou la vente service en francais. ferent kind of soldier. as refugees would be com- “there is no distance between Group Foundation, sit by. Over 20 years experience in this market place. “There is a huge point to ing in large groups, medi- our people.” Corporal J.Kusche, 14 Wing Imaging volunteering, and it does make cally checked, fed, clothed and Ghyslaine Roy Your Bilingual REALTOR® in the Valley a signifi cant difference in peo- seen by various government ple’s lives. I’ve seen that.” departments; then sent on to 14 Wing Greenwood 1-902-825-9469 [email protected] • www.groy21.com Handley said Operation Para- longer-term accommodations Not intended to solicit listed properties sol was a once in a lifetime in Aldershot, Gagetown or Search & Rescue Proud Supporters of the Children’s Miracle Network and the Breast Cancer Foundation opportunity for 14 Wing and Windsor Park in Halifax. Five Spotters Volunteers List the surrounding community to hundred base personnel were help people on an international involved, and hundreds more 413 Squadron CASARA office will be running a Military www.canex.ca scale, from right here at home. volunteers from the community Spotters course September 19. This will be to act as a “This was different – all the collected and sorted clothing, vital part of 413 Squadron during actual searches as a spotter. You would be required to fly on the Hercules No Interest refugees, so wasted, so tired,” organized food, a prayer room and Cormorant. You must be a CF member (Regular or Credit Plan Plus Handley said. “We took care – even strollers at the base of Reserve “B” class). For more information or if Your choice of NOT EVEN THE TAXES! of folks.” each airplane’s staircase. O.A.C. interested, please call Sgt. Al Daigle at 765-1494 local 14 Wing Greenwood He described for Abazi the Things changed in Green- 3113 and leave a message. Month terms 765-6994 month of preparations on the wood, though, with the arrival Page 4 September 10, 2012 the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS With flying colours Over 500 Air Cadet s graduate from summer training

Sub-Lieutenant John Brannen, Greenwood Air Cadet Summer Training Centre Public Affairs

August 17, CFB Greenwood’s parade square was fi lled with eager and smiling faces. Cadets attending Greenwood Air Cadet Summer Training Cen- tre participated in a fi nal gradu- ation parade to mark the end of their courses. The Cadets, from all across Canada, had been at the centre for two-, three- and six-week courses, learning skills including teamwork, leadership and community service. Colonel Mark Chinner, offi cer in charge of the Air Coordination Component Element (Atlantic), was the reviewing offi cer for the Lieutenant-Colonel Noel Hand makes a final, memorable, Cadet Warrant Officer 1st Class Ellish Browne (foreground) stands ready as Colonel Mark parade. He applauded the efforts exit from the Greenwood Cadet Summer Training Centre, Chinner (background), Officer in Charge Air Coordination Component Element (Atlan- of all the Cadets present. letting his provincial flag fly as he is driven by Master tic), receives the salute from the Greenwood Cadet Summer Training Centre’s Cadets. “Your community spirit and Warrant Officer Roger Mossman. This was Hand’s final Sub-Lieutenant J.Brannen, Regional Cadet Support Unit (Atlantic) Public Affairs team work has set you apart summer as commanding officer of the Greenwood Cadet from your peers,” he said. He Summer Training Centre. pointed out, for some, the sum- only four of the best Cadets in Flight Sergeant Colton Burke, mer can be a time of idleness. their courses were given the 17, from RCACS 824 Silver Dart “While your friends back Air, Navy and Army Veterans in River Bourgeois; was a Staff home may have been playing Association of Canada Medal. Cadet on the Basic Survival Call of Duty, you were answering Cadet Jonathan Lander from Course. that call in real life.” Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squad- “I spend a lot of time in the The parade was a time to ron 837 Northeast Squadron in woods with my grandfather,” he recognize outstanding individu- Springdale, N.L., was overcome said, “and I love Cloud Lake and als – Cadets who went above and as he stepped forward to receive had to go back.” beyond expectations. While his medal. Cloud Lake is the home of the one Cadet from each group, or “I can’t believe it - I’m so survival site, where Cadets get “fl ight,” was awarded Top Cadet, happy right now.” a chance to build shelters, go canoeing and learn important survival techniques. Accessing Home Care: “This year in particular,” Burke said, “I felt very proud Sorting Through Your Options knowing that I helped to have a positive infl uence on Cadets.” The parade was particularly poignant for one individual: the training centre’s commanding Cadet Jessica Mercer from Carbonear, Jean Spencer from the Upper Room Food offi cer, Lieutenant-Colonel Noel Newfoundland, received the Most Im- Bank in Kingston accepted a food dona- Hand. After four years as CO, proved Band Cadet from Grace Elling- tion from Captain Cynthia Diotte, on wood, the adopted “mom” of the Green- behalf of Cadets attending the Basic Drill Hand will pass on the reins. wood Cadet Summer Training Centre and Ceremonial Course. The Cadets col- “I’ve had a good run as com- band. As “Band Mom,” Ellingwood can lected over 500 pounds of food as part of If you have questions about accessing home care, manding offi cer - a good four often been seen helping Cadets feel right a community service component to their at home while attending the three- or six- three-week course. this information session is for you. years,” said Hand, “and I want to thank my senior staff who week long music training courses. ‘™†‘ ϐ‹†ƒŠ‘‡ ƒ”‡’”‘˜‹†‡”ǫ worked long hours and were 510 Lions in St. John’s, N.L.; es, such as how to make their mer training at Greenwood, ‘™— Š†‘‡•Š‘‡ ƒ”‡ ‘•–ǫ always a phone call away.” a Staff Cadet in the drill and beds, iron their uniforms and put one of fi ve Cadet summer train- Š‘ ƒŠ‡Ž’‡’ƒ›ˆ‘”Š‘‡ ƒ”‡ǫ To recognize his departure, ceremonial course, has feelings dishes away,” sparking laughter ing centres in Atlantic Canada. ‘‹—•ˆ‘”–‘ƒ•™‡”›‘—”‘•–’”‡••‹‰“—‡•–‹‘•ǣ Hand, an avid golfer, departed in of happiness and anticipation. and applause. Nearly 1,000 Cadets from across a golf cart sporting the fl ag of his “I wonder how next year will Chinner also emphasized the Canada were here this summer Greenwood home province, Newfoundland be, and wonder if it will be just Cadets’ achievements: “there taking part in aviation, music, ƒ–‡ǣ‡’–‡„‡”ʹ͹ǡʹͲͳʹǡ͸ǣͲͲ’ and Labrador. as exciting as this year? I taught may have been times you wanted survival, leadership and fi tness ‘ ƒ–‹‘ǣ‡™‡‰‹‹‰•‡–‡” ††”‡••ǣͳͳͷͳ”‹†‰‡–”‡‡–ǡ ”‡‡™‘‘† The fi nal graduation parade and led Cadets to achieve great out; there may have been times and sports programs. Through can be a time of mixed emotions. things and, hopefully, helped that it seemed you’d never get it participation in the Cadet pro- Pre-register: call 365-3155 or email Staff and Cadets celebrated their them make great memories.” - but you did. You did it because gram, young people develop [email protected]. See you there! successes, but know it may be a In addressing the parents, you are the best and brightest valuable life skills in teamwork, long time before they see each Hand noted “the Cadets on pa- that this country has to offer. citizenship, leadership and phys- www.careforce.ca other again. Flight Sergeant rade today have learned many “Well done.” ical fi tness while having fun and Ashley Martin, 17, from RCACS things in addition to their cours- The parade concluded sum- meeting new friends. the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS September 10, 2012 Page 5 Wing show and Séances d’information le 19 septembre pour tell for newcomers les nouveaux arrivants à l’Escadre

September 19 Vous venez d’être affecté que civils) et leurs parte- seulement). Les personnes ance du matin, et à 12 h 50 récemment à la 14e Es- naires aux activités quoti- qui voudront faire garder pour la séance en après- Are you newly posted to tour of the base (for adults cadre Greenwood et vous diennes de la 14e Escadre, leurs enfants doivent com- midi. Veuillez communi- 14 Wing Greenwood and only). Childcare during this vous demandez ce que les cette dernière tiendra deux muniquer avec la halte- quer avec le représentant wonder what other units do? event may be arranged on a autres unités font? séances d’information le garderie du Centre de res- de votre unité pour vous Do you wonder where individual basis by contact- Vous vous demandez 19 septembre. Ces sé- sources pour les familles inscrire au briefing du your spouse and neighbours ing the Greenwood Military où votre conjoint et vos ances de familiarisation des militaires de Green- matin ou de l’après-midi. go each work day? Family Resource Centre’s voisins vont travailler tous auront lieu en deux volets wood au 765-5611. Nous Le BPR de l’événement est To involve the new mem- Casual Childcare program les jours? : un briefi ng d’introduction demandons aux gens qui le lieutenant Erika Valardo, bers of the defence team at 765-5611. Afi n d’initier les nouveaux au théâtre Birchall, suivi assisteront au briefi ng de qu’on peut rejoindre à er- (both military and civilians) Please be seated in the membres de l’équipe de la d’une visite en autobus de prendre place au théâtre [email protected]. and their partners in 14 Birchall Theatre by 7:50 a.m. Défense (tant militaires la base (pour les adultes Birchall à 7 h 50 pour la sé- Wing’s day to day activi- for the morning brief, and by ties, the wing will hold two 12:50 p.m. for the afternoon information sessions Sep- brief. Contact your unit rep- tember 19. These famil- resentative to register for the iarization sessions include morning or afternoon brief. two phases: an introduc- Event OPI is Lieutenant Erika business of the week tory briefi ng at the Birchall Valardo, available at erika. Theatre, followed by a bus [email protected]. Precision Dance Company This year, Precision Dance but they provide the artistry,” it is because of dance,” says This year, they will be selling Music for Young Children Company is hoping to in- says Mr. Knowles. Anne Marshall, registrar of raffl e tickets on a gift card “It’s piano and more!” crease its enrolment in dance Located in the Melvern the Parent Board. While the tree, holding a spaghetti sup- Please contact to have the studio full and Square Community Centre competitive program is small per and organizing a ticket Janet Richter • 765-8909 thumping with music and near Kingston, the studio this year, they hope to be auction. They are also look- [email protected] dance everyday. Precision offers competitive and non- successful in competitions as ing for business sponsors Dance Company is a dance competitive dance programs they have been in previous who will have their names school that is one of a very for boys and girls of all ages years. Last year, Faith Ann advertised on their website Min Order $10.00 off few not-for-profit dance in jazz, hip hop, lyrical, con- Fowler qualified for Can- and in all the programs for $200 450 Litres schools in Nova Scotia. It temporary and ballet. This dance Nationals in Florida dance recitals. “Given the with card became a school run by a year, there will also be a with her solo choreographed epidemic of childhood in- volunteer parent Board of predance program for 3-5 by Mr. Knowles. Other danc- activity and obesity, dance Directors last year and they year olds. “We are thrilled ers from the program have is a great way for children welcome a new artistic di- that we are offering dance for qualifi ed in previous years who might not be interested rector and choreographer, younger dancers as it is such too. This year, their fi rst com- in other organized sports to Christopher Knowles, this a good way for children to de- petition will be DanceQuest become very physically fi t,” year. “I am so excited to velop physically and mentally in St. John, New Brunswick says Dr. Jane Brooks, Presi- Waterville, N.S. bring my love for dance to the by building their self-esteem. in November. dent of the Parent Board. dancers in my studio. I want My daughter started dancing As the studio is a non-profi t “My son certainly is one of 1-888-338-0331 (Oil delivery 6 days a week) to watch them all grow and when she was 3 and I am organization, they try to keep the fi ttest 13 year old boys I express themselves through sure her outgoing personality the costs of dance as low as know because of dance and dance. I provide the moves and self-confi dence is what possible through fundraising. he loves every minute of it.”

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(sergeants’ and warrant of- warrant offi cers’ constitution, Chief Warrant Offi cer (retired) www.bjceramics.gjbell.ca New 14 Wing Greenwood ficers’ entertainment com- upcoming events and as- Winston Dominie, associates’ Email us at [email protected] or call us at 309-1000 WIng Chief Warrant Officer mittee) will be on hand to sociate participation in Mess spokesman, at 825-2544 or Pierre Jette, Master Warrant for discussion and to answer events. [email protected]. Discover Driving Battle of Britain service Sept. 16 Certified Driving Instruction The Royal Canadian Air Force then march to the Cenotaph at Commander Colonel Jim Irvine Squadron and 517 Graham Driver Education ‡ Defensive Driving Association, No. 107 Valley No. 107 Wing for the commemo- will be the parade’s reviewing Squadron Band. Seniors’ Safety ‡ Private Lessons Wing, Greenwood, will hold a rative service and wreath laying. offi cer. Following the ceremony, all (902) 665-2831 Battle of Britain Parade Septem- 14 Wing Greenwood per- Also participating will be con- participants are cordially invited SEPTEMBER DRIVER EDUCATION ber 16 at 2 p.m. sonnel will participate with a tingents from the Royal Cana- to 107 Valley Wing Association GREENWOOD, KINGSTON, MIDDLETON AREA The parade will form at 1:15 23-person marching contingent, dian Legion, CAVUNP, Lions, the for refreshments and social Starts September 29 in Greenwood p.m. at the rear of the RCAFA and fl y-past, bugler and piper. Wing 517 Royal Canadian Air Cadet activities. 1 Accepting students 15 /2 years and older Fales River water Visit our web page for more information Ŗ www.discoverdriving.com e-mail: [email protected] Ŗ Serving the Annapolis Valley work through October Starting September 11, the nicipal staff and/ or the contractor KINGSTON RECREATION Municipality of the County of Kings may require access to properties in OLDER ADULT FITNESS will be replacing the water main on order to check water fl ow rates and PROGRAM. Neptune Lane in Greenwood, from complete other construction work. Village of Kingston Argus Drive to Pine Avenue. Construction is expected to be WHO? : Any Older Adult 55 +. Customers may experience completed by the end of October. WHAT? : Fun & social low impact REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS reduced water pressure during this Contact Tim Bouter, Engineering aerobic activity program. time due to temporary shut downs & Public Works supervisor, toll WHERE? : Kingston Royal SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES in parts of the water system. The free 1-888-337-2999, or local from county will provide 24 hours ad- Kingston/ Greenwood (902) 847- Canadian Legion The Village of Kingston invites companies to vance notice of any shut downs, if 3051; for any questions regarding WHEN? : Tues/Thurs 10am - 11am submit proposals to perform snow removal possible. During construction, mu- construction. Beginning Tuesday Sept 18th at 10am services for the Village. Cost: $40.00/person for fall/winter Session THE MUNICIPALITY OF THE until mid—December Tender documents are available at the Village Or $3 per class —Try 1 class for free & bring a friend COUNTY OF KINGS office or on the Village of Kingston website at 87 Cornwallis Street PO Box 100 Sign up at the Village Office or give us a call at 902-765-2800. www.kingstonnovascotia.ca. The Proponent is Kentville, NS B4N 3W3 solely responsible for ensuring any addenda TENDER 12-28 are downloaded, reviewed, and included in their bid. Sale of Surplus Equipment The Municipality of the County of Kings, Engineering and Public Works invites bids for the following surplus Any inquiries regarding this request for equipment: proposal should be directed to Mike McCleave, 1. 2003 Ford F-150 ½ ton Truck (vin # xxxxx3158) Clerk/Treasurer, at (902) 765-2800 or email at 2. 2004 Ford F-150 ½ ton Truck (vin # xxxxx4963) [email protected]. 3. 2005 GMC Sierra ½ ton Truck (vin # xxxxx3305) 4. John Deere L100 Lawn Tractor The proposal must be submitted in a sealed All items to be sold “as is, where is” and may be viewed envelope, clearly marked “RFP for Snow by appointment at the Public Works Maintenance Shop, Removal”, by mail or in person, no later than located at 77 Cornwallis Street, Kentville, NS. Test drives will not be permitted. 2:00 pm local time, Friday, September 28, 2012 Bids must be submitted using the bid forms to: available at www.county.kings.ns.ca/business/tenders.asp

Bid forms may also be picked up at the Municipal Village of Kingston Complex, located at 87 Cornwallis Street, Kentville NS. PO Box 254 Office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 671 Main St pm. Kingston, NS B0P 1R0 Specific inquiries pertaining to this bid may be directed to Bill MacLellan; Operations Supervisor, at: 678-1807 or [email protected] Village of Kingston BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 2:00PM 671 Main St, PO Box 254 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2012 The Municipality reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, not necessarily accept the Kingston, NS B0P 1R0 lowest tender, or to accept any which it may consider to be in its best interest. The Municipality p: (902) 765-2800 f: (902) 765-0807 also reserves the right to waive formality, informality or technicality in any tender. [email protected] Tel: (902) 678-6141 Fax: (902) 679-0911 www.kingstonnovascotia.ca Toll Free: 1-888-337-2999 www.county.kings.ns.ca the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS September 10, 2012 Page 7 Royal Canadian Mint’s Highway of Heroes commemorative silver coin Whenever a fallen Cana- Highway of Heroes, this pas- taneous and unprecedented lives for our nation. to pay tribute to the brave lost loved one along the route. dian soldier is returned to sageway marks the solemn grassroots movement inspired The Royal Canadian Mint’s Canadian men and women The Royal Canadian Mint the Canadian Forces Base in journey of fallen soldiers and by the thousands of Canadians 99.99 per cent pure silver who have made the ultimate is proud $20 from the sale Trenton, Ontario, the convoy their families, and preparation who, since 2002, have gath- Highway of Heroes collec- sacrifi ce. The coin features an of each Highway of Heroes travels along the 172-kilome- for their fi nal resting place. ered of their own volition along tor coin commemorates the overpass along the Highway commemorative coin will be tre stretch of Highway 401 The offi cial designation for the roadways and overpasses outpouring of emotion by of Heroes as viewed from the shared between the Afghani- between Trenton and Toronto. this stretch of highway in of this route to pay tribute to thousands of Canadians who perspective of the mourning stan Repatriation Memorial Today offi cially known as the 2007 was the result of a spon- those who have given their have gathered along this route family as they accompany their and the Military Families Fund. La pièce commémorative en argent Autoroute des héros de la Monnaie royale canadienne Lorsque des Canadiens tom- héros », cette route marque élan spontané sans précédent La pièce de collection en femmes et des hommes qui Pour chaque vente d’une bés au combat sont ramenés à le dernier voyage des soldats qui, depuis 2002, pousse des argent pur à 99,99 % Auto- ont tout sacrifi é. Cette pièce il- pièce commémorative Autoroute la base des Forces canadiennes morts au combat, accompagnés milliers de Canadiens à se réunir route des héros de la Monnaie lustre un passage supérieur de des héros, c’est avec fi erté que la de Trenton en Ontario, le convoi de leur famille, avant le repos de leur propre initiative sur les royale canadienne immortalise l’autoroute des héros, tel que Monnaie partagera un montant parcourt les 172 kilomètres de fi nal. passages supérieurs et le long l’émotion de milliers de Cana- l’aperçoivent les membres de la de 20 $ entre le Monument com- l’autoroute 401 entre Trenton En 2007, on a ainsi bap- de l’autoroute pour rendre un diennes et de Canadiens qui se famille endeuillée qui accompag- mémoratif dédié aux soldats dis- et Toronto. Aujourd’hui connue tisé officiellement ce tronçon dernier hommage à ceux qui ont rassemblent le long de cette nent l’être cher qu’ils ont perdu parus en Afghanistan et le Fonds sous le nom d’« autoroute des d’autoroute en s’inspirant d’un donné leur vie pour notre nation. autoroute, à la mémoire des vers son dernier repos. pour les familles des militaires.

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Salle de classe du Centre 29 janiver – 26 mars 13 29 Jan – 26 Mar 13 Écrase-la (Groupe) 1100 – 1215 h de conditionnement Butt Out Small Group 1100 - 1215 hrs F&S Centre (tous les mardis ) (every Tuesday) physique et de sports

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Sergeant Pete Nicholson, factors in any multi-national 14 Wing Greenwood operation. RIMPAC was an photojournalist opportunity to work through differences, learn from each More than 1,400 Canadian other and improve operational sailors, soldiers and air per- effectiveness across the MPRA sonnel participated in RIMPAC family. 2012, the world’s largest multi- “The Block III testing went national maritime exercise very well” said LaLonde. After and combined-joint live fi eld each mission, data gathered exercise. This was the biggest from the fl ight was entered into RIMPAC yet, with 22 nations a database to be analyzed upon and 25,000 personnel involved. crews’ return to Greenwood to Scheduled and coordinated ensure conversion (upgrading by the U.S. Navy Third Fleet, from Block II) training starts RIMPAC offers senior mem- on time. RIMPAC was the bers of the Canadian Forces fi nal deployment for the Initial positions of leadership, further Operational Test and Evaluation enhancing Canada’s ability (IOT&E). IOT&E is designed to work with nations of the to give recommendations to 1 Asia-Pacifi c region to prepare Canadian Air Division (1 CAD) military forces for missions to allow for airworthiness clear- ranging from the provision of ances for the start of conver- humanitarian aid to full-combat sion training from the Block operations. II aircraft to the Block III. The 14 Wing Greenwood Mari- testing program is supported time Patrol and Reconnais- by 20 people from MP&EU and sance Aircraft (MPRA) aircraft 404 Long Range Patrol and headed to the Rim of the Pacifi c Training Squadron, 14 Wing P3 air crews from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force and the United States Navy receive pre-flight briefing at the Deployable Mission Support Centre (DMSC) at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. international exercise in July, Greenwood, Block 3 Flight. based from Hawaii, were under All the CP140 missions fl own pating countries injected their info together to disseminate sion support included mission Confi gurations (MECC) shel- the command of Combined would not have been possible ideas and concepts for this and support the various battle briefi ngs, fl ight following and ters maintained at 14 and 19 Task Force (CTF) 172, and then without the maintainers. The exercise, setting objectives and groups involved in the exercise. post mission analysis. wings which can contain all split into two groups. aircraft technicians performed measures of success. Over the While CTG172.2 was sup- The Canadian DMSC has the DMSC’s equipment. Using Combined Task Group (CTG) checks before and after each course of the last 18 months, ported from the established been deployed all over the the principles of a modular 172.1 included contingents fl ight and repaired any defi cien- staff and planners attended tactical operations centre world supporting MPRA op- setup, it is scalable, allowing from the Royal Canadian Air cies. There were a total of 30 three planning conferences. (TOC), CTG 172.1 was in tents erations and other Canadian only what is required to be Force (RCAF), United States technicians from 19 Air Main- Detailed plans maximize the at a mobile facility with the joint exercises. The DMSC sent on any given deployment. Navy (USN), Japan Maritime tenance Squadron, Comox; training opportunities for all USN Mobile Operational Con- fits into a C17 and can be More than just a proof of con- Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) 14 AMS, Greenwood; and 407 participants. trol Centre with the Canadian anywhere in the world within cept, RIMPAC 2012 developed and Royal New Zealand Air Squadron, Comox. For RIMPAC 2012, a single Deployable Mission Support hours. There are two dedicated Force (RNZAF); CTG172.2 “Morale was excellent!” said CTF 172 Plans Section was Centre. With fl ags fl ying high, it Mobile Expandable Container contained Royal Australian Air Master Warrant Officer Cal responsible for the execution. was a visible display of interop- Force (RAAF), USN and the Re- Reid, the deputy maintenance The Plans Section is a multi- erability of a truly combined public of Korea (ROK) aircraft. supervisor. The MPRA mainte- national section made up of ops centre providing mission According to the Greenwood nance crews received excellent members from New Zealand, support to RCAF, USN, JMSDF aircrew, the 26 aircraft on the support from USN P3 Orion Australia, Korea, Japan, Ameri- and RNZAF crews. This mis- ramp at Kaneohe Bay made for Squadron’s VP4, VP47 from can and, of course, Canada. an impressive sight. Patrol and Reconnaissance The plans from the fi rst day RIMPAC provided realistic Wing 2 (PATRON 2) and Cana- were solid, but there was still anti submarine warfare (ASW) dian Squadron’s 425 Squadron a requirement for fl exibility and and surveillance training in a (CF18 Hornet) and 435 Squad- compromise to meet the daily very complex warfare environ- ron (CC130 Hercules). fl ying requirement. For plans ment. “Support from PATRON 2 personnel, there was a “steep “It is also a superb oppor- was phenomenal,” said MPRA learning curve in the fi rst week tunity for the testing of new Detachment Commander Major of the exercise, finding out equipment and tactics,” said Ernie Romans. With the added who to talk to get things ac- Major Kurt LaLonde, com- benefi t of a common airframe, complished,” said Major Cole manding offi cer of the Mari- all MPRA participating coun- Spence. time Proving and Evaluation tries were able to share techni- It was imperative to get Unit (MP&EU) from 14 Wing cal expertise - and even tools, communication fl owing from Greenwood. if required. the start and establish rela- MP&EU tested the Block Much of the MPRA success tionships. Even with so many The Tactical Operations Centre, staffed by pilots, Air Combat Systems and Aere of- III CP140 Aurora, and the at RIMPAC 2012 may be attrib- “different moving pieces,” ficers; conducted the planning for the CP140/P3 aircraft during RIMPAC. From left, interoperability was achieved. Aere officer Major Gord Colwell, 14 Wing Greenwood; Lieutenant S Sato, Tactical USN conducted testing on the uted to the signifi cant planning Coordinator Japanese Maritime Self Defence Force; Major Cole Spence, Air Combat P8 aircraft. Compromise and effort, which started shortly Planning a week in advance Systems Officer 1 Canadian Norad Region; and CO 292 Squadron Wing Commander mutual understanding are key after RIMPAC 2010. Partici- involved getting all the fl ight Roger McCutchen, RAAF. the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS September 10, 2012 Page 11

greater interoperability and Carter. Control Centre. These person- capabilities between the two All the countries in CTG nel were integrated fully into support centres. 172.1 benefi ted from the coop- the watch teams, as mission The key issue of interoper- eration achieved by the DMSC support offi cers doing watch ability was to establish con- and MOCC G. The DMSC came offi cer duty, the senior position nectivity via centrix (a classi- to support not only the Ca- on the watch fl oor as well as fi ed network) using MOCC G’s nadian MPRA Det, but all brief and debrief offi cer work. super high frequency satellite RIMPAC participants. In a 24- Electronic support services/ receiver (SHF). The USN has hour period, they successfully mission support operator per- Master Corporal Ken Moore from the Maritime Proving and Evaluation Unit (MP&EU) 14 Wing Greenwood is given the signal to start number three engine on aircraft had SHF capability for many completed 11 missions from sonnel worked on the watch CP140108, a Block III aircraft, at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. years; DMSC has used compa- four different countries. fl oor, communicating on ra- nies such as Inmarsat to com- “Every deployment objec- dios, chat and electronic mis- municate with both national tive, every measure of success sion tracking systems. They 405’s strong, steady RIMPAC role and coalition secure and un- has been achieved and has also do the pre-fl ight and post- secure networks. Canada used far exceeded all our expecta- fl ight analysis for the Block II Captain Mike Pulitano, ordnance disposal, diving and Entering phase 2, the “jogging the USN SHF system and also tions” said Gilfillan. One of aircraft. The DMSC techs were 405 Squadron salvage operations. phase,” keeping up a good pace combined RCAF and US Navy those achievements was when responsible for many of the 405 Squadron, Crew 4 from was essential to use all assets Ops staff to form integrated OPCON of CTG 172.1 assets electrical, computer, radio and RIMPAC 2012, held every 14 Wing Greenwood arrived in to their full potential. Patience watch teams. were held at the DMSC for a cooling systems. two years since 1971, took Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii on-board a alone would not obtain any re- “With the SHF infrastructure, seven day period, well beyond “The outstanding profes- place off the coast of Hawaii CP-140 Aurora July 8. The crew ward; strategic aggression was it has enabled us to pool our the initially planned 24 hours. sionalism and dedication of the June 27 to August 1, including included a United States Navy required. Everyone had a job resources to better meet both Having the right personnel staff has been the cornerstone 22 nations and approximately exchange pilot and a tactical to do, and it was the combined mission requirements, and for each deployment is critical. of the DMSC’s success in RIM- 25,000 personnel participating navigator on exchange from force effort that made the dif- also be able to work together, They need to be knowledgeable PAC,” said Gilfi llan. The same with a fleet of 42 ships, six the United Kingdom, as well ference in determining overall removing the ‘autonomy’ from and have experience in CP140 can be said for all elements of submarines and more than 200 as 12 Canadian Forces aircrew. effectiveness and, ultimately, the operation,” said Chief War- Aurora operations. Exploiting this exercise. aircraft. RIMPAC put to the test Amazed to see the number of mission success of these script- rant Offi cer 4 Paul Carter the opportunity to cross train “Lessons learned from RIM- the combined nations’ assets to participating nations and the ed scenarios. “We no longer had the ‘us with their American counter- PAC 2012 will be used to in- respond quickly to enemy forces diversity of fl eets from air to At phase 3, “the run phase,” and them’ mind set.” parts has provided the DMSC crementally improve RIMPAC through scripted and surprise sea, their mission was primar- the scenario changed to become Over one year in planning, team with valuable insight into 2014, but will also be carried scenarios around the Hawaiian ily to conduct anti-submarine as real world as possible. Crew the team Carter, USN MOCC G; sustained MPRA operations. forward by all participants to islands. warfare operations. There were 4 was working with simulated Captain Grant Gilfi llan, RCAF; The DMSC tactical systems shape and improve interop- The exercise did not start out many scenarios that required friendly and enemy ships, air- and Brian Clancy, tactical sys- managers based in 19 Wing erability and cooperation in with “a sprint,” but rather a pace other kinds of support, which craft and submarines. The naval tems manager of the DMSC; and 14 Wing are the corner- future operations,” said CTG which allowed nations to slowly the CP-140 was designed to - units included a carrier battle brought this concept to life, stone of the DMSC. The DMSC 172.2 Commander Lieutenant develop their skills and test their and fully capable of - providing. group with the United States the first time in history the was augmented with 12 per- Colonel Wayne Joy. abilities to adapt and respond The complexities of this exercise Ship Nimitz, including Canada’s two countries have combined sonnel from 14 and 19 wings It is safe to say, from an within a combined forces sce- created greater enthusiasm and own submarine, Her Majesty’s a DMSC and a MOCC. operations centres and was MPRA perspective, RIMPAC nario. The pace of the exercises desire among the crew to suc- Canadian Ship Victoria. For the “It has worked far beyond joined, for the fi rst time, with 2012 has lived up to its motto: was more of “a walk, jog, run.” ceed. Preparation was key to first time, the Russian Navy anyone’s expectations,” said the USN Mobile Operational “Capable, Adaptive Partners.” RIMPAC is a unique training success, through it all. participated with three ves- opportunity that helps partici- Initially, in phase 1 - “the sels. Traffi c density increased pants foster and sustain the co- walk phase,” Crew 4 took an tremendously, with a profusion operative relationships critical to aggressive approach and, as of ships and aircraft in such a ensuring the safety of sea lanes the exercise progressed, the confi ned area. and security on the world’s scenarios became more com- Not surprisingly, this exercise oceans. The training included plex. All nations endeavoured proved successful, exposing all amphibious operations, gun- to communicate their Standard nations to real world scenarios nery, missile, anti-submarine Operating Procedures with each and developing the skills neces- PATRECON WING 2 at Kaneohe Bay was the host unit for the Maritime Patrol and air defence exercises as other to achieve interoperabil- sary to be able to quickly adapt and Reconnaissance Aircraft. well as counter-piracy, mine ity in a complex environment and react to any situation, with Photos Sergeant P.Nicholson, 14 Wing Greenwood Photojournalist clearance operations, explosive of land, sea and air assets. any nation. Page 12 September 10, 2012 the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS Bridge building Air Force crews tackle groundwork on river span project

Sara Keddy, of the base,” across the An- ing opportunity – and the fun Managing editor napolis River: the existing and challenge – associated 25-metre span is small and with the project has been A bridge to the other side. aging, and the base is actu- greatly appreciated by CE 14 Wing Greenwood crews ally being undercut on areas crews so far. have laid the base for a new where the bank is eroding: “We want to help finish bridge over the Annapolis the span is also often under- the job, and we’ll be helping River, boosting security ac- water in times of river fl ood when CFME comes in, for cess to the most north east- conditions. sure.” ern edges of the base. Syzek contacted a number The current bridge, as us- or potential construction ers of the Greenwood Golf partners for the new bridge Course will attest, is certainly work: while 14 Wing crews not able to support traffi c were busy through August heavier than pedestrians or building forms and then golf carts – and even that pouring cement for two new is becoming a challenge. abutments, the Canadian The golf course has long Forces School of Military identified bridge replace- Engineering in Gagetown is ment on its infrastructure on deck to actually build the priority list, but “things just bridge span next spring, as aligned this year,” says Cap- part of course participants’ tain Mike Syzek of 14 Wing’s hands-on training. 14 Wing Greenwood Con- Construction Engineering “Normally, for an Air Force struction Engineering per- sonnel move cement across section. construction site, we don’t the Annapolis River into “There is a security issue build bridges too much,” forms for new bridge abut- with reaching the other side Syzek says, adding the learn- ments. S.Keddy

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www.commissionaires.ns.ca the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS September 10, 2012 Page 13 Local coach The Nova Scotia Equestrian Championships in Quebec Summer camps wrap up Federation has announced Sept 20 to 23. makes members of its 2012 Team Norma Graham of Middleton Emily Gorman & Mikaela camp party. We hope the ConXion, Bruce Paradis and NS, competing at the Cana- will be part of Team NS as Lightfoot , campers had as much fun the guys at the base fi re sta- dian Interprovincial Equestrian reining coach. Day and sports camp as we did. tion, Luke Osbourne, Alain Team NS It took a lot of volunteers Chalifoux, all the lifeguards The summer is over and to make the summer this at the base pool, Sara Keddy POSSIBILITÉ D’EMPLOI we’ve had tons of fun at the successful, so we would and all the places we visited. Centre de ressources pour les familles de militaires de Greenwood (CRFMG) 14 Wing Greenwood Com- like to thank the following; We wish our campers and munity Centre’s day and Bill Cox, Nicole Peppard, their families a happy and sports camps. We ended Leon Bullock, all the guys safe school year, and we with a trip to Aylesford at base transport, Kather- look forward to seeing you Lake and an end of summer ine, Heather Parker, Dance all next summer! Coordonnateur ou coordonnatrice EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY de liaison auprès des familles Greenwood Military Family Resource Centre (Poste à temps plein – Temporaire – Congé de maternité) Le CRFM de Greenwood est à la recherche d’un coordonnateur ou d’une coordonnatrice de liaison auprès des familles (CLF) chargé d’aider l’équipe multidisciplinaire du Centre intégré de soutien du personnel (CISP) des Forces canadiennes à offrir un soutien, des services et des soins uniformes et normalisés aux familles des Forces canadiennes qui doivent composer avec la maladie ou des blessures, Family Liaison Coordinator ou qui ont des besoins particuliers. (Term Position – Maternity Leave) Le ou la titulaire doit élaborer, mettre en oeuvre et offrir des programmes et des services de soutien et d’intervention en situation de crise aux familles des Forces canadiennes qui doivent composer avec la The Greenwood MFRC requires a Family Liaison Coordinator (FLC) who provides support to the Canadian maladie ou des blessures, ou qui ont des besoins particuliers. Cela comprend la prise de contact initiale Forces Integrated Personnel Support Centre’s (IPSC) multi-disciplinary team in delivering standardized, avec les familles et le suivi nécessaire, l’évaluation des besoins et l’aiguillage, l’intervention en situation de consistent care, service, and support to CF families coping with illness, injury and/or a special need. crise à court terme (individuelle, en couple ou en famille), le travail de groupe, l’élaboration de programmes, Responsible for the development, implementation, and service delivery of support services/programs le réseautage avec des équipes ou des ressources communautaires et l’intervention d’urgence en cas and crisis intervention to CF families coping with illness, injury and/or a special need. This includes initial d’incidents critiques. Le ou la titulaire doit notamment concevoir et offrir des services permettant d’améliorer and continued contact with families; assessment and referral; short term individual, couple and/or family l’intégration sociale et le bien-être émotionnel des familles des Forces canadiennes. crisis intervention; group work; program development; networking with community resources/teams; and Qualifi cations essentielles : emergency response to critical incidents. Duties will include responsibility for the design and delivery of • Posséder de solides habiletés en communication orale et écrite pour être en mesure de parler en public, services to enhance the social functioning and emotional well being of Canadian Forces families. d’animer des ateliers et de rédiger des rapports. Candidate Requirements: • Maîtrise en travail social (et être admissible ou enregistré auprès de l’organisation provinciale appropriée) • Advanced verbal and written communication skills are necessary to fulfi ll need for public speaking, ou combinaison équivalente de baccalauréat en travail social et d’expérience. facilitating workshops, and report writing. • Nous comptons des familles qui exigent la prestation de services en français. Le bilinguisme est • Masters of Social Work (and be eligible or registered with the appropriate provincial organization); or souhaitable. L’anglais est essentiel. La connaissance du français constitue un atout important. equivalent combination of Bachelor of Social Work degree and experience. • Vaste expérience de travail auprès d’individus, de familles, de petits groupes et de collectivités et au moins • Our population includes families requiring service in the French language. Bilingualism is preferred. cinq années d’expérience en counseling et en gestion de crise, en éducation familiale, en intervention à English essential. French strong asset. court terme et en soutien des familles. • Extensive experience working with individuals, families, small groups and communities with a minimum • Connaissance approfondie des organismes civils ou provinciaux qui peuvent offrir un soutien aux familles fi ve years experience in counselling and crisis management, family education, short-term intervention, and de militaires – tout particulièrement celles qui doivent composer avec des blessures, des maladies ou des family support. besoins particuliers. • In-depth knowledge of civilian/provincial agencies and organizations that can provide support to military • Excellentes compétences en matière d’évaluation, de communication et d’entregent, et sensibilité et tact families – specifi cally those who are injured, ill and/or have special needs auprès de personnes qui vivent des situations stressantes, ce qui implique la capacité de tolérer un niveau • Excellent interpersonal, communication and assessment skills as well as sensitivity and tact in dealing with de stress élevé et d’intervenir dans des situations de crise. people under stressful conditions - entails the ability to tolerate high stress levels, and ability to respond to • Chaleur, empathie, humour, philosophie en matière de soins exempte de jugement et excellente crisis situations. compréhension et application des principes de déontologie. • Exhibits characteristics of warmth, empathy, humour and a non-judgmental philosophy of care and strong • Contribuer au travail d’équipe grâce à son comportement personnel, à sa contribution au travail et au understanding and application of ethical principles. partage de son expérience et de ses connaissances. Travailler en équipe au développement de nouvelles • Facilitate a team environment through personal behaviour, work contributions, and sharing of experience and idées et de nouvelles méthodes permettant d’améliorer les programmes offerts. knowledge. Team participation in the development of new ideas and methods for program enhancements. • Large éventail de connaissances théoriques et pratiques englobant la conception, l’élaboration, la mise en • Possesses a wide range of theoretical and practical knowledge encompassing: program design, oeuvre, l’animation, la coordination et l’évaluation de programmes, la formation et l’éducation des adultes, development, implementation, facilitation, coordination and evaluation; adult education and training; group l’animation et la dynamique de groupe, l’intervention en situation de crise, les processus et la dynamique dynamics and facilitation; crisis intervention; family violence and abuse and attachment and separation de la séparation, de l’attachement, des mauvais traitements et de la violence familiale. dynamics and processes. • Une excellente compréhension du processus de développement communautaire est essentielle, ainsi • A clear understanding of the community development process is essential and a working knowledge of qu’une connaissance pratique des ressources communautaires dans la zone desservie. community resources in the catchment area is required. • Capacité démontrée d’organiser et de gérer effi cacement sa charge de travail pour respecter les délais établis. • Demonstrated ability to organize and manage caseload effectively to meet deadlines. • Bonne connaissance de la gestion des risques et souscription au principe du bénévolat. • Awareness of risk management issues as well as a strong belief in the principle of volunteerism is required. • Une excellente compréhension des besoins particuliers des familles des Forces canadiennes, ainsi que la • A good understanding of the unique needs of CF families as well as a demonstrated ability to work capacité démontrée de travailler effi cacement au sein d’une équipe interdisciplinaire et de façon autonome effectively within both an inter-disciplinary team and in a self-directed environment while responding to the tout en relevant les défi s d’un rôle exigeant comportant de multiples facettes. challenges of a demanding multi-faceted role. • Connaissance de Microsoft Offi ce et du graphisme. • Knowledge of Microsoft Offi ce & Graphics program. Poste salarié à raison de 37,5 heures par semaine. Le ou la titulaire doit être en mesure de faire preuve de 37.5 hours per week salaried position – fl exibility is required to meet the needs of the GMFRC, the IPSC, souplesse pour combler les besoins du CRFMG, du CISP et des familles que nous desservons. and the families we serve. La personne retenue devra être prête à entrer en poste en octobre 2012. Elle devra passer les vérifi cations The successful candidate will be prepared to commence employment in October 2012. Must complete a suivantes : registre des cas d’enfants maltraités, casier judiciaire et fi abilité approfondie. Les candidats Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check, and Enhanced Reliability Check. Eligible candidates admissibles doivent envoyer, en anglais, une lettre de présentation et un curriculum vitæ dans lesquels should submit an English cover letter and resume clearly outlining their ability to fulfi ll all position ils indiquent clairement en quoi ils satisfont à toutes les exigences du poste, et ce, d’ici midi le lundi 17 requirements, on or before noon, Monday, September 17, 2012 to: septembre 2012, à l’attention de : Margaret Reid, GMFRC Executive Director Mme Margaret Reid, Directrice exécutive du CRFMG email: [email protected] Courriel : [email protected] Subject line: RESUMÉ – FLC (MS Word or PDF format) Objet : CURRICULUM VITAE – CLF (en MS Word ou en PDF) Or by fax: (902) 765-1747 Ou par télécopieur : 902-765-1747 Greenwood Military Family Resource Centre Centre de ressources pour les familles militaires de Greenwood PO Box 582, Greenwood, NS, B0P 1N0 C.P. 582, Greenwood, N.-É., B0P 1N0 Please note: Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Remarque : Seuls les candidats retenus seront contactés. The Greenwood MFRC is committed to employment equity. Le CRFM de Greenwood souscrit à l’équité en matière d’emploi. You can read more about the GMFRC at: www.familyforce.ca Pour de plus amples renseignements sur le CRFMG, aller au : www.forcedelafamille.ca Page 14 September 10, 2012 the Aurora | 14 Wing Greenwood, NS Best looking RHUs rewarded Major Mike Peters, munity. winners, four houses ultimately Greenwood Community Council As always, it was a challenge stood out this season: for the Greenwood Community In fi rst place (and winning It was impressive to drive Council to narrow down the $125) is Corporal Tracie Gaud- around 14 Wing Greenwood’s list of homes for special note et at 20 Lilac Street. Residential Housing Units this in the annual RHU summer In second place (and winning summer and admire the pride beautifi cation contest, and, of $75) is Master Warrant Offi cer so many residents show in course, for prizes. Even though Stephen Ellis at 24 Ivy Street. their homes, and their com- there are traditionally only three Tied for third (and winning $50) are Corporal Kent Billing- ham at 24 11th Crescent and COME ONE ……COME ALL Sergeant Charles Mearns at 14 Kingswood. 20 Lilac Street – 1st place winner 24 Ivy Street – 2nd place winner th To The 10 Annual Well done, everyone! Sergeant P.Nicholson, 14 Wing photojournalist CHICKEN BBQ business of the week Les plus belles UHRs Kings West MLA LEO GLAVINE invites you ‡ Six businesses run a business card récompensées to attend his MLA Chicken BBQ to take place ad for six weeks on Sunday, September 30th ‡ Each week one of the businesses will Major Mike Peters, logement résidentiels, quatre at the Aylesford Lion’s Hall in Auburn Conseil Communautaire de maisons se sont particulière- be featured as the Business of the Week Greenwood 4:00-6:00 p.m. ment démarquées : ‡ Feature may includede an article & photos Il était impressionnant de En première place, se méri- MEET OLD FRIENDS AND MAKE Only conduire dans le quartier rési- tant un prix de 135$ : Caporal SOME NEW ONES, AND ENJOY $ .00 Booking dentiel de la base et d’admirer Tracie Gaudet au 20 rue Lilac. SOME DELICIOUS BBQ CHICKEN!!!! 199 nnow! la fi erté que démontrent plu- En deuxième place, se mé- tax incl. ow! per business sieurs résidents par rapport ritant un prix de 75$ : Adju-

à leur maison et à leur com- dant-Maître Stephen Ellis au Sept 17 Call Anne Kempton munauté. 24, rue Ivy. Marketing Consultant Start date Comme à chaque année, il À égalité en troisième place, 765-1494 ext. 5833 a été diffi cile de décider qui se méritant un prix de 50$ : [email protected] méritaient le plus une mention Caporal Kent Billingham au élogieuse et un prix. Même 24, 11ème Croissant et Ser- the s’il n’y a habituellement que gent Charles Mearns au 14 trois gagnants au concours de Kingswood. Aurora mise en valeur des unités de Beau travail à tous!

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Greenwood Minor Hockey reg- 7:30 p.m., at the food bank (lo- at the Nictaux fi re hall. Doors open meet an intriguing variety of char- Ces avis doivent se limiter à environ 25 mots. organizations. Submissions are limited to istration is now underway. For cated behind the Kingston village at noon, draws at 7 p.m. Bake acters, thrown into uproarious Les avis peuvent être soumis à nos bureaux, approximately 25 words. Items may be submitted information, visit www.green- offi ce, 669 Main Street, Kingston). table, separate draws on a quilt situations by a plot that builds and au 83A, School Road, (annexe Morfee), to our offi ce, 83A School Road (Morfee Annex), 14e Escadre Greenwood, par fax au (902) woodminorhockey.com. Members of the general public rack with quilt, 50/50, basket of twists, culminating in surprising 14 Wing Greenwood; by fax, (902)765-1717; 765-1717 ou par courriel à l’adresse editor@ Registration are encouraged to attend. Note goodies. revelations. The show is appropri- or email [email protected]. Dated auroranewspaper.com. Les annonces avec September 10, Middleton Sparks change from July to September. Concert ate for those 14 and older. Opens announcements are published on a fi rst-come, date sont publiées selon le principe du premier and Brownies hold their first Registration September 14, 8 p.m.: Gordie September 14 and continues fi rst-served basis, and on-going notices will be arrivé, premier servi, et les avis continus seront meeting, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at September 10, 1st Aylesford MacKeeman and his Rhythm Friday and Saturday nights at 8 inclus si l’espace le permet. Si vous voulez included as space allows. To guarantee your the Emmanuel Church in Middle- Scouting Group will hold reg- Boys at the Evergreen Theatre, p.m. until October 20. There will être certain que votre avis soit publié, vous ton. Registration information will istration for youth ages fi ve to 1941 Stronach Mtn Rd., East be a 2 p.m. matinee October 14 announcement, you may choose to place a paid voudrez peut-être acheter de la publicité. La advertisement. The deadline for submissions is date de tombée des soumissions est à 9 h 30 be available for Sparks, Brownies, 17, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the Margaretsville. $20, reservations and a special matinee September Thursday, 9:30 a.m., previous to publication du matin le jeudi précédent la publication, à Guides, Pathfi nders and Rangers. Aylesford-Auburn Lions Hall. online at www.evergreentheatre. 30, followed by a pork barbecue. unless otherwise notifi ed. moins d’avis contraire. Register online now at www.girl- Multicultural event ca or phone 902-825-6834. 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Coffee party will be held, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Aylesford United Church, 8 in Taoist tai chi get underway in activities and public speaking. Middleton. For info, call Sharon, September 14, the Kingston and at the Annapolis Valley Macdon- a.m. to 11 a.m. Menu: homemade Berwick. For info, call Anne, 765- Questions: Krystal Brown, general 825-6151, or Madeline, 765-4667. District Health Auxiliary will be ald Museum, 21 School Street, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sau- 6378, or Mary Anne, 678-6409. leader, 765-2433 or jkbrown@ Meeting holding a coffee party, 9:30 a.m. Middleton. Draws begin at 2 p.m. sages, ham, toast, tea, coffee and Card party eastlink.ca. September 18, meeting of as- to 11:30 a.m., at the Kingston fi re Canteen and washrooms avail- juice. Freewill offering. Everyone September 17, play cards in the Blood donor clinic sociates and retired members of hall. Proceeds for Annapolis Val- able. Phone 825-6116 to offer welcome! Sponsored by the Com- “Funds for Fuel” bridge party, September 17 and 18, Canadian the Annapolis Mess, 10 a.m. New ley Health. Please come out and donations or obtain information. mittee of Stewards. 1 p.m., at the Annapolis Valley Blood Services will hold a donor Wing Chief Warrant Offi cer Pierre help support your local hospital. Trail building event, Golf tournament Macdonald Museum, 21 School clinic at the 14 Wing Greenwood Jette, MWO Donovan (sergeants’ Bake sale Old Mill Trail September 15 is the Homeless Street, Middleton. Cost is $4 Community Centre, between 1 and warrant offi cers’ PMC), and September 15, the Annapolis September 15, Hike Nova Scotia Animal Rescue Team’s 3rd Golf per person. Light lunch served. p.m. and 3 p.m. and again be- WO Fagan )sergeants’ and warrant Valley Chapter of Autism Nova and Annapolis County Recreation Tournament, 9:30 a.m., at Berwick All welcome. Call 825-6116 for tween 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Bring officers’ entertainment com- Scotia will hold a bake sale and present a trail building event on Heights Golf Course. $80 per details. identification; new donors are mittee) will speak and answer prize draw at Greenwood Mall the Old Mill Trail, South Farming- person or $300 per team of four. 4-H registration welcome. Call 1-888-236-6283 questions. Agenda: amended (centre court) from 10 a.m. to ton, 9 a.m. Register at 532-3144, This includes a stuffed chicken September 17, register for the to book an appointment. sergeants’ and warrant offi cers’ 2 p.m. Prizes from many local 825-2005 or borde@annapolis- breast meal - if you don’t golf, you Lucky Stars 4-H Club 2012-2013 Autism fundraiser constitution, upcoming events, businesses and lots of delicious county.ca. Participants qualify can still attend the meal and silent programs, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Just September 17 to 23: the Tim Hor- associate participation in Mess goodies! Funds raised stay in the to win trail prizes. Go to www. auction for $20! Pre-registration drop by the Melvern Square Com- ton’s SMILE Cookie Campaign in events. Refreshments available. Valley to support individuals liv- hikenovascotia.ca for details. is required: call Laurie at 341- munity Centre, ask questions, fi ll Greenwood, Kingston and Green- Info: CWO (retired) Winston ing with autism. For information: Music HART or Anthony at 840-3397 out forms and pay. One child $64, wood Mall will donate all proceeds Dominie, 825-2544. Karen, 765-3502 or karencelm@ September 15, the Kingston Lions to register or get more info. All two children $120, three children to the Annapolis Valley Chapter of Supper hotmail.com. present a variety music night at proceeds go to H.A.R.T.’s vet bill. $160. Payment plan available. We Autism Nova Scotia. One hundred September 19, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Hooked rug show and tea the Kingston Lions Hall. 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Chaque mot additionnel coûte 10 sous, plus taxes. Texte en caractères gras tor, stove, and on site shared Comes with appliances, utilities, laundry room downstairs. No cable, high speed internet, lawn (3335-4tpb) 8 $, taxes incluses. Si vous vous voulez recevoir un reçu et/ou d’une facture par l’entremise de Postes Canada, un supplément de 1 $, taxes incluses, sera ajouté. smoking (outside OK). One cat care and snow removal. Country FOR RENT – 2 Bedroom Apartment Les annoncées classées doivent être réservées et payées à l’avance avant midi, le mercredi précédant la publication. Les modes de paiement acceptés is OK. Available immediately. setting on 10 acres, private deck located on 2nd floor at Main incluent VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, débit ou comptant. L’Aurora n’est pas responsable des produits et/ou services annoncés. Pour faire publier une Call 902-365-2694 (3335-1tpb) overlooking a large pond. Ten Street in Kingston. 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If every gesture of friend- members. ship had the potential to Of interest at a more lo- ignite the excitement and cal level, Nova Scotian Red uplifting effect on women Hatters are in high gear pre- around the globe the sisterly paring for their Red Hat- act performed by Sue Ellen ters “HOOT” planned for Cooper created when she September 14 to 16 at the gave a consignment store red Holiday Inn Harbourside, fedora to her friend, Linda Dartmouth. With Hatters Murphy, 14 years ago, then from BC, Alberta, Manitoba, just think about the potential Ontario and NB joining in for more widespread enrich- for a weekend of scheduled ment of people’s lives other fun and friendship, there is such connections could build sure to be a lot of noise in into our everyday activities. N.S. Red Hat Society members with the Exalted Queen the city when things kick- This simple act of kindness Mother of the Red Hat Society, Sue Ellen Cooper (third off with a good old kitchen between friends was the from the left in the front row) in Las Vegas recently. party and conclude with Esteemed Vice Mother Linda Murphy is immediately to inspiration for the found- Cooper’s right and the Society’s chief executive officer, featured speaker Carol Ann ing of the Red Hat Society, Debra Granich, is seated to the far front right. Cole, Toronto (formerly from which has opened doors for Submitted NS). Cole is a well known women of all ages to connect author and her fundraising as never dreamed possible Queen Mother of the Red Hat and other acknowledgements efforts for cancer research before. Today, over 80,000 Society, Sue Ellen Cooper, of support for the society; have raised over $1 million. women in 32 countries are and her court. Conveying for- this provincial contingent She has received numerous Red Hatters. mal greetings from Premier capably proved themselves prestigious recognitions and Ten women from Nova Darrel Dexter, and possess- wonderful ambassadors for awards, including the Order Scotia recently travelled to ing Red Hat “Grannie” dolls Nova Scotia, and were roy- of Canada. Las Vegas to attend the Red made by Queen Dot Vallillee, ally received and entertained To learn more about the Hat Society International Yarmouth, provincial pins at the Paris Las Vegas Ho- Red Hat Society, visit www. Convention, where they met with Nova Scotia tartan rib- tel. The event was attended redhatsociety.com or phone and mingled with the Exalted bons, Canadian lapel pins by over 1,500 international (902)765 3902.

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Parents Jennifer and Ryan MacLaren work on getting seven- month-old Lachlan set for the children’s parade. S.Keddy

Reuben Stettler, five, left, on Digger; and his brother, Milo, three- and-a-half, riding Casey, both of White Rock; made up half the equitation class. They had a helping hand from Clara Whitman and Dominic Stettler in the ring to place second and fourth, respectively. S.Keddy

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Grandfather Stewart Marshall and grandson Andrew work as a team in the cross cut competition. M.Rolph

Alice Gubernt shows the calf of Marven Armstrong of North Kingston for the first time since Arm- strong’s late father, Ralph, showed family short horns 32 years ago. M.Rolph