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Monday, August 6, 2018 Volume 52, Issue 16

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Welcome home, HMCS St. John’s

Friends and family, including four-footed friends, welcome home HMCS St. John’s as the ship returns to its homeport on July 23, 2018 after completing a six-month deployment on Op REASSURANCE in the Baltic Sea, Northern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA

Defence Minister RCN leaves a legacy Sea Kings go out in Invictus Games visits Halifax Pg. 5 in St. John's Pg. 8 style Pg. 12 training camp Pg. 20

CAF Veterans who completed Basic Training and are Honorably Discharged are eligible for the CANEX No Interest Credit Plan. (OAC)

CANADA’S MILITARY STORE LE MAGASIN MILITAIRE DU Canex Windsor Park | 902-465-5414 154589 2 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 HMCS Ville de Québec departs with embarked Cyclone for Op REASSURANCE

By Ryan Melanson, he added. Trident Staff “I’d ask all the family members here today to continue sending positive A new milestone for Canadian mari- support to their loved ones on board time aviation was reached on July 18, Ville de Québec, because their love will as HMCS Ville de Québec set sail for contribute to the success of our mis- Op REASSURANCE along with an sion and allow us to focus on the job at embarked CH-148 Cyclone helicopter hand.” and Helicopter Air Detachment. The That mission will mainly involve departure marks the first operational supporting NATO assurance and deployment for the new helicopter, deterrence measures in the Baltic and the result of more than three and Mediterranean. The ship is set years of testing, evaluation, and train- to join Standing NATO Maritime ing. Group 1, a naval force composed of Col Sid Connor, Wing Commander ships from various allied countries, at 12 Wing Shearwater, was on hand to in the coming weeks, continuing speak with the air crew and support in the role most recently filled by staff at the jetty before they left for HMCS St. John’s. Ville de Québec the roughly six-month deployment, and its embarked Cyclone will con- which will focus on supporting NATO duct surface patrols and subsurface assurance measures in Central and surveillance, while also participat- Eastern Europe. ing in training exercises meant to “This is an amazing change for our keep crews at high readiness and air crews, and this is the start of the ensure the task group is combat next chapter in maritime helicopter capable. operations, working with the Navy HMCS Ville de Québec’s embarked Helicopter Air Detachment is the first crew to de- “We want to maintain our pro- wherever Canada chooses to send us. ploy with the RCAF’s new maritime helicopter, the CH-148 Cyclone. ficiency as much as we can, at It’s a very exciting time,” Col Connor MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA the very highest level, in case the said. government of Canada calls on us to The Cyclone, manufactured by out of the equipment,” Col Connor five-year-old son and three-year-old do something or react to some sort Sikorsky, comes with numerous tech- added. daughter, and said being separated of real-world event,” Cdr Robinson nological improvements compared to While there was plenty of excite- from family is always tough, adding said. the CH-124 Sea King fleet, including ment around the departure, with a that missing milestones, like his son’s He also thanked those who helped flight speed, distance, sensors and highly-capable crew deploying with first day of school this coming Sep- his team reach their current readi- communications. The Cyclone flies a new piece of military kit for the tember, adds to the difficulty. ness level, including personnel from from a frigate with the same four-per- first time, it was also an emotional “This is hard on our families, and Sea Training (Atlantic) and FMF Cape son air crew as the Sea King, but with day at the dockyard. Hundreds of without their support, we wouldn’t Scott, as well as the crew themselves, many tasks now being automated, families and friends were on hand have been able to achieve what we’ve for putting in long hours and over- personnel are free to do more to sup- to see the crew off, and there were achieved so far, or what we will ulti- coming obstacles as they prepared to port the ship. lots of hugs and tears prior to Ville mately accomplish over the next six deploy. “What’s changed is the types of de Québec making its way out of the months.” “The ship and crew have come tasks they’ll do, the range of tasks harbour. While overseas, the ship’s com- a long way since I took command they’re able to do, and the amount Cdr Scott Robinson, the ship’s pany will continue to count on their almost a year ago. We’re ready to help, of effectiveness the crews will get Commanding Officer, is father to a family back home for extra support, ready to lead, and ready to fight.”

Cdr Scott Robinson, Commanding Officer of HMCS Ville de Québec, speaks to fami- Families watch from the jetty as HMCS Ville de Québec fades into the fog while de- lies and colleagues before departing Halifax on the morning of July 18. parting Halifax on July 18. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 3 HMCS St. John’s wraps up busy year with return to Halifax

By Ryan Melanson, bringing essential supplies to shore. Trident Staff After returning to Halifax in October of last year, the crew jumped right into When HMCS St. John’s arrived in high-readiness workups and training Halifax on July 23, the ship and crew to prepare for their next mission, and were rightfully celebrated for com- on January 16 of this year, sailed once pleting a six-month deployment to again to join Op REASSURANCE. Op REASSURANCE, working with “To think back to last summer, NATO allies to support assurance and when we all came together from deterrence measures in Central and various units and shore offices and Eastern Europe. whatnot, to then be able to provide oc- This recent deployment, however, cupational effectiveness on the other wasn’t the only accomplishment for side of the world, it’s been special for the ship since Cdr Gord Noseworthy me to have a front-row seat for that,” took command in July of last year. Cdr Noseworthy said, reflecting on St. John’s has spent most of the last the last 12 months with his crew. Sailors disembark HMCS St. John’s to reunite with family and friends on the jetty on 12 months operating at a very high “I couldn’t be more proud of their July 23. tempo, beginning with a deployment work, and I’m extremely pleased and MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA to Op RENAISSANCE in fall 2017, honoured to have sailed with each and responding to the Caribbean Islands every one of them.” with hundreds of friends, families, loved ones as they walked off the ship. after hurricanes Irma and Maria rav- The ship joined the NATO task force colleagues and even pets lining the “The deployment was good, lots of aged the region. They spent a month in the Baltic in late January, led by jetty as the ship came alongside. As is good work, but it’s a long time to be sailing in the area near South Cai- Danish ship HDMS Niels Juel, and com- tradition, one sailor from the ship’s away from home. We’ve been waiting for cos and then Dominica, conducting menced with early integration training company won the chance to be the this day for a very long time,” said LS rescues of stranded individuals and around the Baltic states, before eventu- first down the gangway, with LS Dan- Cara Vassallo, a MAR TECH on board ally heading to the eastern Mediterra- iel Laplante happily disembarking St. John’s, as she prepared to head home nean for the bulk of the mission. They and being greeted by his wife Melissa, with her wife, LS Ashley Vassallo. were supported by an embarked CH-124 with a big kiss for the crowd and TV Canada’s maritime contribution to Op Sea King helicopter affectionately cameras. The rest of the crew fol- REASSURANCE continues with HMCS known as Black Horse. While the RCN lowed for their own happy reunions, Ville de Québec. The ship left Halifax on and RCAF have been celebrating the with many carrying flowers for their July 18 and will return in early 2019. transition to the Cyclone for maritime helicopter operations, the crew of St. John’s experienced the other end of that milestone, as the last ship to deploy operationally with the Sea King. As always, the aircraft was reliable and performed well through the deploy- ment. The air crew, from 443 Squadron in Patricia Bay, British Columbia, will now return to the west coast. “It was a bit of an historic moment to disembark her at the end of the trip, marking the end of 50 years of Navy operations with that helicopter. The helicopter is now safely in Shear- water,” Cdr Noseworthy said. Of course, the focus of the home- LS Alexis Lambert-Murphy had one coming at HMC Dockyard was on special family member travel all the way reunions, rather than operations, from Montreal to meet HMCS St. John’s as it returned to Halifax. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA

Lt(N) William Scott, Combat Officer, holds his daughter on the jetty after arriving back in Halifax. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA 154592 4 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 www.tridentnewspaper.com Community Calendar Publication Reunion and event notices must be submitted by email. Schedule [email protected] include the sender’s name and phone number. for 2018 A notice will not be published if the event is to happen more that one year from publication date. Submissions may be edited. January 8 — MFRC; 12 Wing Shearwater centenary special January 22 February 5 — MFRC; Money Matters February 19 Tuesday Night Tunes live music in Paul O’Regan Hall by Date: Tuesday, August 21 March 5 — MFRC March 19 — Posting Season Time: 7 p.m. Maxim Cormier and other Acadian Location: Maritime Museum of April 2 — MFRC; Car Sales, used Date: August 7 & 14 musicians from across the East Coast. the Atlantic April 16 — Spring Automotive Maintenance April 30 — special Location: Maritime Museum of Provincial Acadian Day celebrations As part of the museum’s Artist of May 14 — MFRC the Atlantic will also take place on August 15 at the Day series, Join artist Kayla Rud- May 28 — Spring Home & Garden June 11 — MFRC and DND Family Days special This series of free Tuesday-evening the Acadian Museum & Archives in derham in printing original lino-cut June 25 concerts at the Maritime Museum of West Pubnico, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., postcards in the afternoon. Choose be- July 9 — MFRC July 23 the Atlantic is continuing throughout with music, barbecue and free horse tween CSS Acadia and Merlin McCaw August 6 — MFRC the summer. On August 7, the muse- rides. or take home both as souvenirs. This August 20 — Back to School September 4 — MFRC; Car Sales, new models & leftovers um audience will be treated to a con- activity is geared towards kids and September 17 — Fall Home Improvement cert from the Yarmouth Shantymen. Learn to Camp with Parks takes place in the museum courtyard; October 1 — MFRC October 15 — Fall Automotive Maintenance The group has been performing their Canada admission is free. October 29 — Remembrance special traditional work and sea tunes, sung Time: 1 - 4 p.m. November 13 — MFRC November 26 — Holiday Shopping with their own twists and harmonies, Date: Thursday, August 16 Dalhousie Belong Forum with December 10 — MFRC and Year End review for more than three decades, and are Location: Central Library Senator Murray Sinclair returning for their third performance Do you want to camp but don't know Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Editor: Virginia Beaton at the museum. Then, on August 14, where to start? Learn the camping ba- Date: Wednesday, September 5 [email protected] the museum will welcome the eclec- sics so you can get outside with confi- Location: Rebecca Cohn (902) 427-4235 tic ensemble known as the Haltown dence this summer. Pick up new skills Auditorium Journalist: Ryan Melanson Stompers. Formed in Halifax in 2015, from a Parks Canada camping guru What would it take to create a world [email protected] the Stompers are a jug band who play as you cycle through the different where we all feel like we truly belong? (902) 427-4231 20s and 30s-style blues and jazz as well "Learn-to camp" stations. You'll learn That’s the question behind the Belong Editorial Advisor: Margaret Conway as country, folk and bluegrass tunes to set up a tent, build a fire, and how Forums, a public lecture series in hon- [email protected] with a few originals mixed in. Free to be safe in the wilderness. Experi- our of Dalhousie University’s 200th 902-721-0560 concerts continue each Tuesday until enced nature lovers are welcome as anniversary, featuring internationally September. well, and Parks Canada staff will have respected thinkers, trailblazers and www.tridentnewspaper.com plenty of helpful tips that novice or change-makers. Join Dalhousie for National Acadian Day even expert campers can benefit from. a conversation with Senator Murray Advertising Sales Celebration No registration is required for this Sinclair, the first Aboriginal Judge Dave MacNeil Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m. free workshop, which is being offered appointed in Manitoba, and former 902-422-4990 ex 1811 Date: Wednesday, August 15 in partnership with Parks Canada. chairman of the Truth and Reconcili- [email protected] Location: Central Library ation Commission, as he shares his Come out and celebrate National Nautical Postcards with Kayla unique perspective on diversity and

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By Ryan Melanson, lighted other contributions to NATO, Trident Staff including the recent announcement that Canada will deploy 250 troops The deployment of HMCS Ville de this fall to lead a new NATO training Québec to Op REASSURANCE marks mission as part of Operation IMPACT nearly four years of Royal Canadian in Iraq. Navy support to the NATO mission, The Minister also met with a which began in 2014 in response to number of Ville de Québec sailors Russia’s aggressive actions in Crimea and their families prior to the ship’s and Eastern Ukraine. departure on July 18, which provided While in Halifax to see off Ville de an opportunity to highlight the fed- Québec and celebrate the first op- eral government’s newly-announced erational deployment of the CH-148 Seamless Canada initiative. Through Cyclone, Minister of National De- meetings with provincial and territo- fence Harjit Sajjan spoke about the rial governments across the country, importance of the mission and the the program is aiming to improve extension of the CAF role beyond the and simplify the process of moving original four-year mandate. across provincial lines for posted Op REASSURANCE involves land, CAF members and their families. In sea and air activities in and around New Brunswick and , for NATO member countries in Central example, governments have recently and Eastern Europe, and is meant made moves to help military families to assure our allies that they will be get access to health care and family defended against further aggressive Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan visited Halifax on July 18, where he met doctors in a timely manner. actions in the region by Russia or any with deploying CAF members and families at HMCS Scotian and attended the depar- Alongside new funding for Mili- other nation. ture ceremony for HMCS Ville de Québec. tary Family Services announced in Four years in, these assurance and MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA Canada’s latest Defence Policy, as well deterrence measures are still needed, as tax-free pay for deployed members, Sajjan said. the technologically-advanced Cyclone allies, it sends a very strong message Seamless Canada is part of a new “We’re not here to take aggres- to the Maritime Task Group, integrat- of deterrence. It says nations are com- focus on the health and wellbeing of sive actions of our own or to create ing with a newly-modernized Halifax- ing together and bringing their best CAF personnel and their families, conflict, we’re reacting to aggressive class frigate, makes the Canadian technology and best capability to deter Sajjan said. actions and trying to prevent future contribution even more significant. nations who are starting to go against “The number one asset is our people conflict. At the end of the day, we’ll do “This is brand-new technology that’s the international rules-based order.” and the families who support them, what we feel is necessary in order to going to add to the already-tremendous In addition to support to the Op so we’re doing a lot of things behind give confidence to our allies.” capability of our ships and the work REASSURANCE Maritime Task Force the scenes that I feel very proud of on And considering the dynamic threats they’re doing,” the Minister added. and Enhanced Forward Presence this issue, and we’re going to continue faced by NATO today, the addition of “As a collective, working with our Battlegroup Latvia, Sajjan also high- doing that.”

Mid-summer check-in

By Lt(N) Graeme Carruth, least not in the way we imagined? The prioritise which of those plans mat- Base Chaplain: TEME, BLOG, RPOS(H)/ second half of summer can begin to ters most and consider them along- RPOU(A) depress us. When the good we had side the time that remains. Second, we planned and intended starts to look need to recall what July was like. In Summer! Woohoo! Yeah! Ever since like it won’t get done, guilt can slowly other words, what did the previous 31 we were in school many of us have rob what joy we might yet glean from days allow us to do – probably the next hopes and dreams. When Jesus told had that attitude to summer. Even if what remains of the summer. 31 days will afford the same amount people that He came to earth so people we preferred the cold and found our What is our faithful response? of get up and go time. could enjoy abundant life, I believe meaning in life through winter sports Personally, I find the best place to But perhaps the most important re- part of His message was a passion- summer still had the magic of a reaally begin is with kindness. In particular, ality check for August is remembering ate invitation to put our plans into looong holiday to play with friends, kindness to ourselves. If we haven’t that, to paraphrase Jesus, “Summer perspective. What we get done matters hang out, do what we wanted, vacation, succeeded at all our big plans, or even was made for humanity, not human- far less than simply enjoying the day or go to camp. As we come to adulthood any of them, then instead of beating ity for summer.” Speaking from one whatever that brings. even with the responsibilities of family ourselves up over it we can focus on of many Christian perspectives, what So here’s to August. Here’s to sa- and household the idea of summer can the situation at hand. We can ask our- I hear in these words is that we are vouring each day. Here’s to doing what fill us with a joie de vivre at the pros- selves if what we originally hoped to more important as people created in brings joy and not stressing over what pect of having some free time to get do is still possible. Maybe everything God’s image, than even our best plans, remains undone. away from it all even if getting away we had planned is supposed to happen means simply kicking round the home. in August, or maybe we have managed That said, sometimes all that to do something already and with a anticipated joy can come with a trap bit of reorganising we can make a go that only begins to close on us as of finishing the rest in the time that at August marches on. Like Christmas, remains. If not though then it’s time we can build high expectations for to remember that unlike Operation CF CHAPELS Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche summer. And good on us for dream- HONOUR, “Operation Achieve the ing big. Good on us for imagining Best Most Productive Awesome Sum- STADACONA SHEARWATER the places we’ll go, the upgrades to mer In the History of the World” is 10h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic the house we’ll finish, the time we’ll not a no-fail mission. -English -Bilingual/bilingue spend with the kids or parents, etc. With the advent of August maybe Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements But what happens when August starts it’s time to take advantage of life’s fre- BAPTISM, MATRIMONY & OTHER SACRAMENTS - BY APPOINTMENT/REQUEST to creep away on us and we have not quent reality check: First, if we can’t yet achieved those grand plans or at do what we had hoped, then we can 154591 6 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 A submariner swings a paddle

By Peter Mallett, current job plans submarine opera- The Lookout Staff tions and scheduling. His busy work schedule inhibited him from taking A senior commander with the part in Outward Bound’s canoe train- Canadian Submarine Force will fulfill ing camp in the spring. his dream this summer of paddling He also confesses to be a rookie the waters of the far north’s South paddler with limited experience in a Nahanni River. canoe. Learning the mechanics and Cdr Mike Mangin, Deputy Com- strokes of a canoeist is his biggest mander Operations of the Canadian challenge, so he’s busy watching in- Submarine Force, will be part of structional videos on YouTube. Outward Bound Canada’s 10-day The outdoor element, while breath- canoe expedition on the scenic, but taking, will be plagued with relentless fast-moving river in the Northwest swarms of mosquitos and blackflies. Territories. This journey will mark his fifth ex- The expedition is part of Outward cursion with Outward Bound Canada Bound Canada’s Reach Beyond since he first heard about the organi- Fundraising Expeditions, which are zation in 2011. a unique opportunity for people to Founded in 1941 in Wales to provide achieve a personal aspiration while survival skills for being lost at sea, making a difference. Outward Bound has evolved into a “Paddling the Nahanni River has non-profit with chapters around the been a life-long goal of mine and now globe. Its mandate is to build leader- that I’m getting close to the dates the ship and teamwork skills through excitement is mounting,” said Cdr specialized expeditions for civil- Mangin. ians. Outward Bound also offers a After two days of preparation for weeklong adventure-based resiliency the trip in Fort Simpson, NWT, the training veterans program for those 12-person team, including two guides, impacted by occupational stress will fly to Virginia Falls and set off in injuries. canoes on August 5. In addition to being a participant, They plan to arrive at their desti- Cdr Mangin has operated as a mili- nation at Nahanni Butte on August tary liaison for an Outward Bound 14 after covering a distance of ap- Veterans Program adventure. His proximately 240 kilometres. The fast- role was twofold: helping adventure moving, white water course features tour guides understand the needs of several rapids and will take them former military members, while at through the Nahanni National Park the same time offering reassurance Reserve and past the majestic Mack- to participants that someone who enzie and Selwyn Mountains. understands their culture was part of Cdr Mike Mangin has already completed four excursions with Outward Bound. Cdr Mangin, 50, began his career the group. SUBMITTED with Canada’s navy in 1991 and in his “The program puts former service members in small teams, something they have been used to working in for most of their careers,” said Cdr Mangin. “We are used to being reliant on each other, and for a lot of people who transition out of the military, they lose that structure and the idea of ‘if you have my back, I have yours’. During wilderness adventures like this, everyone on the team has a job to do and you need to work in teams like this to survive.” His latest adventure is not specifi- cally designed for military veterans, but rather is a fundraiser for Outward Bound’s four support programs: Veterans, female victims of domestic abuse, at-risk inner-city youth, and Indigenous youth. His team will be made up of civilians from across the country and from all walks of life. Cdr Mangin is paying the $7,000 registration fee and the extra $2,000 in out-of-pocket expenses for the trip. He hopes to raise $6,000 to help support the funded programs through word of mouth and by crowd funding. If you are interested in supporting his fundraising campaign visit his webpage at www.canadahelps.org/ en/charities/outward-bound-canada/ Cdr Mangin describes himself as a rookie paddler so as well as learning the mechanics and strokes while he’s on the water, he p2p/nahanni_river_2018/page/mike- watches instructional videos on YouTube. mangins-outward-bound-reach-be- SUBMITTED yond-expedition-nahanni-2018/ August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 7 HMCS Oriole on display in historic Port Stanley

By Lt(N) Bill King, Public Affairs Officer

When HMCS Oriole was built in 1921, Port Stanley was known as The Coney Island of the Great Lakes. Both Oriole and the town have aged well over the last century as they continue to attract tourists. Almost 1000 guests toured the ship during the port visit from July 20 to 23. In the early years, Port Stanley was a transit point for coal and wood mov- ing between Canada and the United States, and many of the early immi- grants entered Canada via ships cross- ing Lake Erie. The large cargo vessels have been replaced with numerous sailboats and fishing vessels, both commercial and private. Although the London and Port Stanley Railway that brought in the crowds was closed and the famous Stork Club dance hall burnt down in 1979, the wide sandy beaches remain the place to be during the warms days of summer. Oriole was built and used primarily for racing until it was sold to the Navy League in 1941 to provide a training platform for sailors during the war, and commissioned into the RCN in 1952. It continued to serve as a train- ing vessel based in Esquimalt B.C. un- til being sailed through the Panama Canal to Halifax last summer. During the transits between ports on the Great Lakes Deployment (GLD), the crew Port Stanley Mayor David Marr and his is augmented with sea cadets and wife Sandy present a Certificate of Rec- reservists to make 21 sailors on deck ognition on the Occasion of the Visit to as required to operate the tremen- Port Stanley to LCdr Drew Foran (second dous sails without the assistance of from left), CO of HMCS Oriole, in the winches as fitted on modern sailboats. presence of LCdr Jeremy Breese, CO of Unlike Oriole, Canada’s warships are HMCS Prevost (left) on July 20 during fitted with some of the most modern the Great Lakes Deployment 2018. systems available, but the basics of MCPL NEIL CLARKSON, FIS seamanship and interaction with the sea as experienced aboard Oriole, don’t change. The GLD is intended to provide Ca- nadians an opportunity to visit their Dave Phillips, Town Cryer for the County ships and speak with crewmembers in of Elgin, announces HMCS Oriole open ports on the Great Lakes. to visitors. “Just last year she was sailed from MCPL NEIL CLARKSON, FIS Victoria around to Halifax to allow a whole other segment of the Canadian Oriole departed its homeport of Hal- population to view the ship and speak ifax at the end of May. Thus far, the to the sailors. With her draught, I can ship has hosted visitors in Toronto, bring Oriole into communities that Hamilton, Port Dalhousie, Oakville, don’t normally host an RCN ship, and and Port Stanley. Oriole moves on to as a tall ship, Oriole herself is a piece Windsor, Port Colbourne, Whitby, of Canada’s history that attracts an Kingston, Trois Rivieres, City, audience,” said LCdr Drew Foran, Sept-Iles, and Gaspe before returning Oriole’s CO. to its homeport in late September.

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145118 8 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 The RCN in St. John’s: A rich

By Margaret Conway, direct hand-off to allied vessels in the Dedication of naval artifacts Argentia Naval Air Station and Fort CFB Halifax Public Affairs mid-Atlantic. In the fall of 2017, Rick Sanderson, Pepperrell were also included in the With the creation of the NEF, the director of the Naval Museum of Hal- display. On July 13, 2018, CFB Halifax and city of St. John’s became a busy naval ifax, was asked to curate a collection On hand to witness the dedication the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) hand- hub during the Second World War. On of naval artifacts to display at CFS ceremony were members from the ed over command authority of Cana- shore, clubs, and recreation St. John’s with help from the station’s station and large contingent of local dian Forces Station (CFS) St. John’s camps offered social refuge to naval Commanding Officer (CO), LCdr guests and friends of the station who to the 5th Canadian Division Support and merchant sailors who had come Gerry Parsons. The collection, meant would be attending the CFS St. John’s Group of the (CA). together in a time of great conflict. to serve as a lasting reminder of the 50th anniversary naval dinner Here’s a look back at the RCN’s pres- The St. John’s-based Crow’s Nest, RCN’s enduring relationship with St. held later that same evening. Many of ence in the city of St. John’s through originally known as the Seagoing Of- John’s and the province of Newfound- these guests would return to the sta- times of war and peace which resulted ficers’ Club when it was established land, was revealed at a dedication of tion the next morning as well to wit- in an everlasting bond between Cana- by then RCN , naval artifacts ceremony held on July ness a particularly significant Change da’s navy and the people and province still exists today. 12 at CFS St. John’s. of Command ceremony. of Newfoundland. Despite the many tragic losses that “This room, these displays are occurred while battles raged through- dedicated to the people of St. John's,” CFS St. John’s Change of History out the cold North Atlantic, the war explained LCdr Parsons, gesturing Command The RCN has been connected to had created what would become a toward the various historical items “Now, before we get started, I’d like the city of St. John’s and the prov- lasting bond between the people of and photographs placed along the to survey the crowd. Is anyone look- ince of Newfoundland for over a Newfoundland and the RCN. perimeter of the room. ing to buy a house?” century dating back to the First The wheel from HMS Calypso, It was a Change of Command cer- World War. Canadian Forces Station St. John’s encased in a large glass display, was emony that began more like a stand- In 1910, the heavy protected cruiser Post-war, the RCN maintained its the most prominent piece in the col- up comedy routine, as LCdr Gerry HMCS Niobe was purchased by presence in St. John’s, eventually lection. Calypso, an RN Parsons posed this question to Canada from the (RN) for taking command of a room full of colleagues, fam- use as a sovereignty patrol ily members and community and training vessel by the partners. There was instant RCN (known then as the laughter from the crowd, a Naval Service of Canada). group comprised largely of In September 1914, Ni- military members who are all obe joined the war effort, too familiar with the buying traveling to the St. John’s and selling of homes that oc- Harbour in the Dominion curs during the busy posting of Newfoundland, then a season. British colony, to pick up Despite his playful demean- 107 sailors from the Royal or, LCdr Parsons was pre- Naval Reserve Newfound- pared for a very bittersweet land Division who had been day personally, but also a day training on British ship of great change for the RCN. HMS Calypso. Niobe’s com- It was July 13, 2018, and after bined crew of Canadian and four years as the CFS St. British sailors, including John’s CO, LCdr Parsons was the Newfoundland reserv- saying farewell to his com- ists, patrolled the waters mand post and to the people from New York and Boston and place that he’d come to to Iceland for enemy cruisers appreciate so fully. and Merchant vessels. In his departing address, As the Second World War he detailed some of the began, the RCN’s presence highlights during his years in St. John’s grew: Canada’s in command. The 75th anni- sailors were called on to help RCN and allied vessels of the Newfoundland Escort Force are shown in St. John’s Harbour during the versaries of the Bell Island protect merchant ships tra- Second World War. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE U-Boat attacks, the Atlantic versing the Atlantic Ocean to Charter and the Crow’s Nest deliver essential North Ameri- corvette, served as the official were mentioned along with CUT- can supplies and military CFS St. John’s upon its creation in training ship for members of the LASS FURY 2016, a joint maritime personnel to Britain. RCN warships the late 1960s. The property on which Royal Naval Reserve (RNR) New- training anti-submarine warfare and sailors comprised over half of CFS St. John’s was established had foundland Division in the early 1900s. event that saw eight warships from the escort vessels defending mer- originally been developed as Fort The Calypso display also included a five nations make a port visit to St. chant ships from German U-boats. Pepperell, a United States military ceremonial launch kit from HMS Ca- John’s. The Battle of the Atlantic (BOA), as base built in 1941 through a lend-lease lypso dating back to 1883 along with LCdr Parsons praised the military it became known, was the longest agreement with the United Kingdom. a ditty box belonging to RNR New- and civilian workforce at the station continuous military campaign of that When the American base closed in foundland Division Member George for its enduring professionalism, giv- war. 1960, the land was transferred back Chesley Allen. ing personal thanks to his internal The St. John’s Harbour became a to the Crown and on June 21, 1968, Other elements of the naval display command team, PSP, SISIP, the MFRC key geographic location during the CFS St. John’s was officially opened included four panels of historical and the CFB Halifax Base Command- BOA, as its proximity to Europe al- for business. Under RCN command imagery highlighting the naval pres- ers who held command during his lowed the RCN, RN and allied navies for the last 50 years, the station has ence in St. John’s throughout the past tenure as station CO. “If you don’t to remove a dangerous protection gap provided operational and logisti- century. The black and white prints have your people, you don’t have that had left Merchant vessels at the cal support to various lodger units ranged from photos of warships in anything,” he remarked, concluding mercy of the U-boats. Merchant ships throughout the province and essen- the St. John’s Harbour to an image his address soon after with a formal from Halifax would now be escorted tial support to naval ships visiting of a friendly basketball game held welcome and some words of encour- to St. John’s and turned over to the St. John’s. The station was housed in between sailors from HMCS Cabot, agement for incoming CO Maj Robert Newfoundland Escort Force (NEF), multiple war-era buildings until 2014 St. John’s’ Naval Reserve Division, McKenzie. “Rob, you’ve got a good a combination of RCN and RN ships when the state of the art Surgeon and the Memorial University men’s ship here. They will continue to carry that, given their location, could now LCdr W. Anthony Paddon Building basketball team. Photos of former the torch.” sail further in order to perform a was completed. American installations such as Continued on page 9 August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 9 history and lasting legacy

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CFS St. John’s Transfer of Command Authority A routine military Change of Command ceremony follows a fairly predictable sequence. The incoming and outgoing parties deliver speeches, the Presiding Officer adds his or her remarks and the command scrolls are signed, among other traditions. All of these elements were present at the CFS St. John’s Change of Command on July 13. On this particular occasion, how- ever, both LCdr Parsons and Maj McKenzie were involved in a sword ceremony. During the ceremony, LCdr Parsons picked up and handed a naval sword to the senior RCN repre- sentative and the ceremony’s Presid- ing Officer, Cmdre Darren Garnier, after which Maj McKenzie received an army sword from the senior CA representative and Deputy Com- mander of 5th Canadian Division, BGen James Camsell. This giving and receiving of swords was a sig- nificant departure from the standard sequence of events as it signified the transfer of command authority of CFS St. John’s from CFB Halifax (RCN) to 5th Canadian Division Sup- port Group (CA). For much of its 50-year history under RCN command, CFS St. John’s Left to right: LCdr Gerry Parsons, outgoing Commanding Officer (CO), Cmdre Darren Garnier, Presiding Officer and Maj Robert has been home to six Canadian Army McKenzie, incoming station CO complete the signing of the Change of Command scrolls at CFS St. John’s on July 13. Reserve units that have occupied the MARGARET CONWAY, BASE PUBLIC AFFAIRS majority of the office and training facilities. Transferring command tic support necessary to implement Cmdre Garnier, who himself held tion that exists between the RCN, the authority of the station from CFB mission specific capabilities that command of CFS St. John’s from 2006 city of St. John’s and the province of Halifax (RCN) to the 5th Canadian have been assigned to them through to 2007, understood the significance Newfoundland. Division Support Group (CA) will the Strengthening the Army Reserve of the sword ceremony very well. Cmdre Garnier closed his remarks enable these Army Reserve units to initiative, part of the Strong, Secure, “The men and women who will lead by thanking LCdr Parsons for his receive the administrative and logis- Engaged defence policy. this station in the future are acutely excellent work on behalf of the RCN aware of its history,” he remarked, and the CAF and wishing Maj McKen- alluding to the station’s 50 years of zie the best as he assumed command operation under the care and direc- of the station. He then pointed to the tion of the RCN and the Canadian stunning vista of land and sea beyond Navy’s enduring relationship with the room’s full wall of windows that the people of Newfoundland. Despite reveals a narrow waterway connect- what he described as a day “filled with ing St. John’s to the North Atlantic. lots of emotion for many,” Cmdre He reminded the incoming CO and Garnier spoke with reassurance the 5th Canadian Division representa- in his address, confirming what is tives on-hand that to move forward already known to many: that the RCN and progress was essential to the con- has been connected to the city of St. tinued success and CFS St. John’s and John’s and surrounding communi- that, despite the challenges that may ties for over a century, and that the lay ahead, there is always a new day. station’s transfer to CA command in “The sun always rises over Quidi no way diminishes the deep connec- Vidi through that little gut.”

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The Stadacona Band of the Royal Cana- dian Navy marches shoulder to shoulder with the community during the annual Halifax Pride parade on July 21, 2018. The DND/CAF participation also includ- ed a float and a marching contingent. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA Submariners recognized for achievements overseas

By Ryan Melanson, something that should be recognized” Trident Staff Capt(N) Robinson said, explaining the intent behind developing the certifi- After returning from a nearly five- cate. month long successful deployment, “It outlines what it means to truly the crew of HMCS Windsor were be qualified in submarines. Everyone recently visited by the Commander who qualifies for a position at sea on of the Canadian Submarine Force board will be awarded one of these (CCSF) to celebrate their achieve- certificates.” ments at sea. The text on the new certificate reads Capt(N) Chris Robinson was in “Having successfully completed the Halifax on July 5 along with Force rigorous professional requirements Chief CPO1 Dave Bryson to con- for service in submarines, having gratulate Windsor, as well as to pres- gained a thorough knowledge of sub- ent NATO Service Medals, Dolphin marine construction and operation, badges and promotions to members having demonstrated dedication and of the crew. reliability, and having my full confi- Windsor returned to Halifax on dence and trust, I hereby certify that June 20 after 133 days in the Baltic the following member is qualified in and Mediterranean seas, where they submarines”. It was presented, along participated in NATO exercise DY- with the Dolphins, to new submari- NAMIC MANTA and NATO exercise ners LS Brody Gray and AB David SEA GUARDIAN. Robichaud. “This team had a very successful Capt(N) Chris Robinson (right), Commander Canadian Submarine Force, presents a Capt(N) Robinson also presided deployment, they had some time off NATO Service Medal for Operation Sea Guardian to Lt(N) Eric Isabelle, XO of HMCS over the promotion of Windsor crew with their families, and now they’re Windsor. members during his visit. LS Ian ready to go back to sea, so I wanted to RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF Jacobson was promoted to Mas- be here now to make sure they’re rec- ter Seaman, MS Reeves Matheson ognized for that hard work,” Capt(N) The NATO operation took place from also developed a brand new certificate was promoted to Petty Officer, 2nd Robinson said. April 26 to May 15, and was focused marking qualification in submarines, Class, MS Matthew Gray was also He presented NATO Service Med- on building a comprehensive picture to be presented to new submariners promoted to Petty Officer, 2nd Class, als to multiple members of the crew, of daily activities shipping routes in alongside their submarine badge. PO2 Michael Hamilton was promoted including XO Lt(N) Eric Isabelle and the Mediterranean, contributing to “For most of us, qualifying for our to Petty Officer, 1st Class, and Lt(N) previous CO Cdr Peter Chu, for their security and safety in that region. dolphins is one of the proudest mo- Edward Feltham was promoted to participation in SEA GUARDIAN. The CCSF and Force Chief have ments of our military career, and it’s Lieutenant-Commander. August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 11

She was fierce

By Sarah-Jean Mannette, H&R MFRC staff

Kim Mills is a military spouse, mother of three, and has experi- enced four overseas deployments, numerous relocations, and some topsy-turvy along the way. She is also a blogger, author, and uses humour to share her perspective on what it means to live the military lifestyle. And for the first time ever, Kim visited the Halifax & Region MFRC. Through casual conversation, Kim shared with an audience of 40 military spouses, friends, and She is Fierce followers, that resiliency isn’t a competition. As she wrote in her blog, “The definition of resiliency is not: who can endure the worst while using the least help in order to ensure bragging rights later.” She continued, “To teach resiliency, we need to stop glorify- ing how far we can push ourselves alone until we break, and instead encourage those to reach out early, before they burn out.” While sharing her experiences, Youth Centre Staff showed their pride in this year’s Pride Parade. she effortlessly created a safe space, SUBMITTED allowing the audience to freely Fall Programs and Events at laugh, cry, applaud, speak up, and the H&R MFRC connect. Throughout the over Reflections on Staff has been busy planning a one hour-long conversation, Kim variety of programs and events explained that for her, resiliency is to keep the fun going throughout twofold: it’s reaching out for sup- the Pride Parade the fall. We will be launching port, and supporting others to reach our Fall Program Guide, avail- out. Her words resonated deeply able online and in paper format with members of the audience, sev- By Sarah-Jean Mannette, forms came into sight. And the cheers starting August 3, 2018. Be sure eral of whom recently said goodbye H&R MFRC staff continued along the parade route. to visit our website for more to their loved ones as they left for Some sections of Spring Garden Road details, online registration, and a six-month long deployment, and Youth staff, representing the Hali- and South Park Street were lined the full calendar of events at others who welcomed home their fax & Region MFRC walked alongside four rows deep of parade watchers, www.halifaxmfrc.ca or call (902) spouse after six months at sea. members of the CAF and the Posi- while others took in the parade from 427-7788. As an avid supporter of MFRCs, tive Space group at this year’s Pride rooftops, scaffolding, storefronts and she believes that MFRCs don’t host Parade. This was the third year that restaurants. Les programmes et paint nights so military family the H&R MFRC participated, in an It was in one moment, which oc- évènements automnaux du members can improve their painting effort to engage with the community curred when the DND contingent hit CRFM H et R skills; they do it so family members and as an opportunity to raise aware- Barrington Street, lined with specta- Le personnel s’affaire à can meet the people who are sitting ness that the H&R MFRC supports all tors, the pedway overhead filled with organiser une belle variété de next to them, painting the same bird military families, and strives to be an supporters, the Stadacona Band played programmes et d’évènements on the branch that they are, experi- inclusive environment. It was rainy, the first few bars of Lady Gaga’s Born afin que vous puissiez continuer encing the same thing they are. even chilly at times, but it was the This Way, and the crowd cheered, that à vous amuser tout au long de And she’s right. The H&R MFRC support from the crowd that warmed things became clear. We have come a l’automne. Notre Guide de la exists to strengthen the wellbeing the air on July 21, 2018. long way. As a society. As a city. As a programmation d’automne sera of all those who share the unique As the 141 floats and walking groups collection of people with all sorts of disponible en ligne et en format experience of military life. We exited the dockyard, parade watchers differences, yet a commonality not to papier à partir du 3 août 2018. fulfill our mission by creating op- were loud, proud, and enthusiastic, be denied: we want to feel accepted. Assurez-vous de visiter notre portunities for military families to catching the first sight of local and As the H&R MFRC strategically site Web au www.halifaxmfrc.ca connect, providing programs and national organizations, not-for-profits, evolves to respond to the needs of ou téléphonez au (902) 427-7788 services that are developed specifi- corporations, and government groups military families, please know, our afin de consulter le calendrier cally for military families, and be- showing their support of Halifax’s doors are open to everyone. We will complet en plus de connaitre les ing a point of contact for questions, 2SLGBTQ+ community. work with you and your family so that détails, les inscriptions et les information and referrals. For more The crowd, which was a rainbow of you feel accepted in our Centre. For dates limites des évènements. information on the H&R MFRC, colour, age, background, and belief, more information, please call: 902-427- please visit: www.halifaxmfrc.ca. roared when the sea of white uni- 7788 or visit: www.halifaxmfrc.ca. 12 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 Sea Kings going out in style

By LCol Travis Chapman, MCpl Eric Duchesne, MCpl CO 443 (MH) Squadron Hans Brasche, MCpl Jonathan Audet, Cpl Brendan Wales, Cpl Designed in the late 1950s Robert Bracey, and Cpl Andrew and procured by Canada Hamilton from 443 (MH) Sqn through a dynamic acquisition all worked hard to put it back programme in the early 1960s, together and prep the aircraft the CH124 Sea King helicopter for its cross-country ferry. has served Canadians with Not only does the special distinction since 24 May 1963. paint herald the Sea King’s his- Such longevity, combined with tory and exceptional contribu- avionics and mission system tions to RCN and RCAF op- upgrades and the utility of The CH12417 Sea King, with commemorative livery, sits side-by-side with the CH148817 Cyclone at 12 erations over the last 55 years, a medium-lift helicopter, has Wing Shearwater. but the project presented an created a legacy that ignites LS LAURANCE CLARK, 12 WING IMAGING uncommon professional devel- passion spanning multiple opment opportunity for many generations unlike any other Royal flight deck revolutionized the concept Common Datalink, and various itera- Aircraft Structures (ACS) technicians. Canadian Air Force (RCAF) asset. of organic air support to naval opera- tions of tactical navigation computers, Those involved were able to exercise The CH124 predates Bill C-243, The tions by demonstrating the theoretical as well as the development of aircraft- their own painting skillsets, as well Canadian Forces Reorganization Act, to be possible. By leveraging the inher- specific tactics for crews to wield. as utilize the new paint booth in the and as such, the Sikorsky HSS-2 was ent capabilities of a larger helicopter, In an effort to pay tribute to the his- 12 AMS hangar in Shearwater, NS. actually acquired as a Royal Canadian crews could carry more armament, tory of Canada's esteemed maritime In addition to CH12417, team mem- Navy (RCN) anti-submarine warfare more fuel, and a suite of avionics with helicopter, Maj Trevor Cadeau, 443 bers repainted aircraft CH12401 in (ASW) weapon system and designated capacity for growth. Considering the (MH) Squadron Aircraft Maintenance preparation for its induction into the CHSS-2 upon entering Canadian rapid advancement of submarine Engineering Officer (SAMEO), initi- Shearwater Aviation Museum (SAM). service. A maritime helicopter from capabilities in the 1950s , the CHSS-2 ated a project with technical and op- Although 423 (MH) Squadron ceased the outset, it has operated aboard the became a potent counter-punch to non- erational staff at Director Aerospace Sea King flight operations on the east HMCS Bonaventure (CVL 22) aircraft friendly submarines, and over time, Equipment Program Management coast in January, 2018 and has already carrier, St. Laurent-class destroyer it also proved capable of acting as an (Maritime) and 1 Canadian Air Divi- transitioned to the CH-148 Cyclone, escorts and -class destroyers, autonomous, multi-role ASW weapon sion (1 CAD), respectively, in December 443 (MH) Squadron has been busy fly- Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment ships, system through several permanent and 2017. He sought the necessary approv- ing the CH-124 throughout 2018 in sup- and Halifax-class frigates. temporary modifications, including als to change CH12417's modern livery port of deployed operations on HMCS In many ways, Canada’s efforts to radar, sonobuoy processing, GPS, Au- to one that recalled a bygone era. The St. John’s, and domestic taskings and embark a large aircraft on a small tomatic Identification System, Tactical requested paint scheme was inspired advanced force generation at Arundel by the original RCN livery from 1963 Castle in Patricia Bay, BC. (as pictured on aircraft 4005), and pre- On June 13, 2018, a crew from 443 viously applied in 2010 to commemo- (MH) Squadron left Shearwater to rate the Canadian Naval Centennial. commence a cross-country ferry flight The success of the latest livery proj- bringing CH12417 from the home of ect can be traced to a large team of maritime aviation in Shearwater to 12 personnel within Patricia Bay, Shear- Wing's west coast forward operating water, Ottawa, and Winnipeg. Crucial base in Pat Bay, BC. 443 (MH) Squadron to project approval were Maj Cadeau; is proud of our history and success Maj James Wilson (CH124 Aircraft En- with the Sea King, and will enthusias- gineering Officer); LCdr (RN) Simon tically fly CH12417 during the fleet’s Peck (12 Air Maintenance Squadron last six months of RCAF service. Over (AMS) Senior Support Engineer); the summer, civilians and service per- Maj Ryan Snider (Staff Officer MH, sonnel can expect to see CH12417 in its 1 CAD); Capt Michael Aubry (Staff new clothes at various airshows, and Officer, A 4 Maintenance 1 CAD); Sgt in the skies over Victoria and Pat Bay, Hank Pilgrim (12 AMS); and MCpl BC. Adding an extra dose of excite- Hans Brasche (443 (MH) Sqn). ment, Cyclones will operate alongside Essential to its impressive execution Sea Kings at 443 (MH) Squadron from were technicians from 12 AMS, 423 August until the end of December, (MH) Sqn, and 443 (MH) Sqn; namely, 2018. Post-retirement, it is expected Sgt Hank Pilgrim, Sgt Jason Miller, that CH12417 will remain at 443 (MH) MCpl Matthew Fournier, Cpl David Squadron as a gate guardian. LOOKING FORWARD Anderson, Cpl Terri Brown, Cpl Kevin CH12417 will also be present at the Coakley, Cpl Jean-Philippe Caron- Sea King Retirement 2018 festivities CP connects veterans with competitive pay, Vadeboncoeur, Cpl Jeffery Cheeseman, planned in Victoria from November Cpl Scott Delaney, Cpl Carl Hillier, Cpl 30 to December 1, 2018. The organiz- benefi ts and potential advancement opportunities. Megan McKeigan, Cpl Troy Mckinney, ing committee is planning an impas- Connect to a rewarding career. Cpl Eric Parker, Avr Mark Belliveau, sioned salute to this workhorse's and Avr James Proulx from 12 AMS 55 years of service to Canada, and and 423 (MH) Sqn; and, MCpl Ryan CH12417 should feature prominently Harpell, Cpl Francois Morin, and Cpl in both the flying and ground events. Draven Cowan from 443 (MH) Sqn. Additional information and ticket de- Of course, once painted, it had to be tails can be found at www.skr18.ca. An reassembled! WO Michael Griffin, Sgt outstanding example of pride in our Tom Legg, MCpl Luc Godin, MCpl Der- aircraft and our community's history, rick Curry, MCpl Luc Garneau, MCpl many thanks and congratulations to Aaron Pottelberg, MCpl Kevin Fer- those who made the CH12417 throw- guson, Cpl Michael Milton, Cpl Doug back livery possible. It is a fitting Luffman, Cpl Craig Cox, and Cpl Logan compliment to a weapon system that Apply now at CPR.ca/Veterans Randall from 12 AMS and 423 (MH) Sqn; has served generations of Canadians and WO Jean-Francois Bordeleau, Sgt at home, and Canada’s foreign policy 154595 Paul Van Bommel, MCpl Erick Gagnon, abroad for more than 55 years. August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 13

Pride flag raised at CFB Halifax

CFB Halifax senior leadership and members of the CFB Halifax Positive Space Initiative Working Group gather to show their #HFXPRIDE spirit after a flag raising ceremo- ny at Base Headquarters on July 19. Our Positive Space members are volunteers trained to become Positive Space Champions who strive to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. MARGARET CONWAY, CFB HALIFAX PUBLIC AFFAIRS Trident Brings Home Awards Trident Military Newspaper garnered three awards at the recent Canadian Community Newspaper Awards, finishing second in the competition for Best Newspaper Trident was also honoured for “Best Spot News Photo” and “Best News Feature Photo” in a competition with community newspapers across the country of similar distribution size. Trident reporter Ryan Melanson, and editor Virginia Beaton, celebrated three wins at the recent Canadian Community Newspaper Awards.

This photo took second place for Best Spot News Coverage (circulation of 12,500 and over). Cadets from Royal Mil- This photo placed Trident in third overall in its category for Best News Feature Photo (circulation 12,500 and itary College get a taste of life at sea during a day sail aboard HMCS Ville de Quebec. Cadets maintain their footing over). A CH-124 Sea King maritime helicopter deploys flares during flight operations as HMCS St. John’s on the flight deck during speed trial maneuvers on May 3, 2017. crosses the Mediterranean Sea during Operation REASSURANCE, on May 22, 2017. Photo by MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA Photo by LS OGLE HENRY, FIS 154600 14 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018

Trinity Det NOPFWI families celebrate Canada Day at Rocky Point, Whidbey Island ALL PHOTOS BY LS STEVEN EPPLE Canada Day (only just) south of the border

By LCdr Graham Collins, castle, their parents enjoyed outgoing CO Trinity Detach- a BBQ, potluck dishes and ment Naval Ocean Processing liquid refreshments. Eleven Facility Whidbey Island personnel are posted back to Canada this APS, so the op- A mere two hours drive portunity was taken to pres- south of Vancouver and ent kids that are leaving with within sight of Vancouver Trinity Det Command Chal- Island is Whidbey Island, WA. lenge Coins. Serving members There is a large US Naval Air were presented with engraved Station (NAS) on the island coin holders or plaques to and one of the lodger units is commemorate their time at the Naval Ocean Processing the NOPF. This was my and Facility (NOPF). Thirty-seven my spouse Alison’s third and RCN personnel are posted to last Canada Day on the Island. the Trinity Detachment NOP- We will be returning to Ottawa FWI and every year they get this APS. CPO2 Brown pre- together to celebrate being Ca- sented me with a 3D chart of nadian. This year the families the area. gathered at the Rocky Point leisure facility just outside the NAS and overlooking the Seth (L) and Camden (R) Pollard Straits of Juan De Fuca. receive Challenge Coins from It was a fabulous sunny LCdr Collins, CO Trinity Det, day and whilst the kids tired and CPO2 Brown, Coxn Trinity themselves out on the bouncy Det.

LCdr Collins (left) receives a 3D Chart of Puget Sound from PO1 Marchand (left) receives engraved plaque MS Wood (left) receives a coin holder and challenge coins CPO2 Brown. from LCdr Collins. from MS Forest, Beaver Lodge president. August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 15 HMCS Summerside crew visits namesake city for annual Lobster Carnival

By Lt(N) Guillaume Desjardins, local Royal Canadian HMCS Summerside OPSO Legion Branch 5 in sup- port of Generation XX, Seven crew members of HMCS a local youth support Summerside visited their Namesake center. Finally, the com- City during its annual lobster car- mand team was invited nival from July 12-14, taking part in to Summerside’s Boys various cultural and charity events. and Girls Club annual In true island tradition, the crew were celebrity gala dinner greeted with warmth and welcomed where they presented a like family into the community. In charitable donation on fact, the crew was invited to partici- behalf of the entire ship pate in many of the carnival's events company, the donation including the Biscuit and Roll com- having been collected by petition, the Community BBQ, the the ship during the year. Traditional Lobster Dinner and most After this whirlwind importantly the Lobster Eating Com- visit, all crewmembers petition and Cardboard Boat Race. departed the com- Summerside's Commanding Officer, munity with a greater LCdr Emily Lambert, was asked to be appreciation of the one of three judges for the Biscuit and island's charm and Roll competition. LCdr Lambert sam- hospitality leaving be- pled over 26 biscuits and rolls to crown hind new friends while both a biscuit and roll champion from also strengthening the amongst the many great participants bonds between the ship with bragging rights at stake. She had and its namesake city, this to say after the judging: "It was and enjoying bellies difficult to pick out the best biscuit full of lobster. and roll from so many wonderful en- Following the ship’s tries. Thank you to all the participants visit, the ship received for a little taste of heaven." SLt Gallant and LS Gallant, aboard the cardboard replica HMCS Summerside, not only won the race the following email That same day, four members of but carried out a successful search and rescue mission for the crewmembers of the Banana Splash message from Marlene Summerside's crew were randomly se- cardboard boat. Campbell, organizer of lected to take part in a Lobster Eating SUBMITTED the Lobster Carnival. Competition with the aim of seeing “Again I just want who among the 10 participants could of the last race of the cardboard boat city was discussed. The crew also had to thank the members of the crew of eat a lobster the fastest. The partici- race, the replica cardboard boat HMCS the chance to visit the Summerside HMCS Summerside who came to Sum- pants included SLt Steven Gallant, Summerside turned around to go Fire Hall and to learn about the large merside to be part of the 62nd Lob- one of the ship's watch keepers, PO1 rescue the crew of the sinking Banana volunteer firefighter crew from volun- ster Carnival. Your presence really Mark Cyr, the ship's chief engineer Splash cardboard boat. On completion teer firefighter Jim McCausland. The added to the carnival atmosphere, who was eating lobster for the first of the races, an ensuing cardboard crew was also able to re-connect with and we’ve had nothing but positive time ever, LS Mike Gallant, a marine boat destruction derby was underway Mrs. Theresa Gallant, Summerside’s feedback from the public about your technician on board who hails from with the rest of the cardboard boats ship’s sponsor, and daughter Bonita involvement. The crew made every Summerside, and PO1 Adam Boone, zeroing in on the ship and capsized the Gallant. The meetings with the City’s event they were involved with so the ship's coxswain. PO1 Boone placed HMCS Summerside cardboard boat, Mayor and ship sponsor gave the crew much more fun for everyone. Our second in the competition and was raising a large cheer from the crowd. the opportunity to highlight what the volunteers really enjoyed working crowned winner after the first place When not otherwise engaged in ship had been up to in the last year, with each of you at the suppers. I felt finisher, Jim Cooke, a local fisher, re- cardboard warfare or eating, the crew and all of its successes. rather bad asking you to work, but linquished his title in a show of good assisted the local volunteers with The following day, the crew was able the crew just made it fun for every- sportsmanship due to his extensive serving the famous lobster dinner to give back to the community by help- one. We will truly miss having you experience. Both the first and second and helped to sever up hot dogs at the ing serve a pancake breakfast at the next year.” place winners exchanged hats and community BBQ. Lorri Ellis, manager shared seafaring tales. Regardless of of heritage and culture for the city of how they finished, it’s fair to say that Summerside had this to say about the all the participants were winners as crew's participation: "Having HMCS no one ever loses when eating lobster. Summerside personnel involved and The final event at the carnival was supporting our Lobster Carnival the long awaited cardboard boat race means a great deal to our staff. All in front of a very large crowd. The involved were wholeheartedly giving ship had a lot to prove as they had of their time. They did it with smiles, been the first to sink the previous professionalism and most importantly year and the RCN's honor was a stake. with heart. Their help means more Armed with many, many rolls of than words can say. Thank you." Damage Control tape (Duct Tape), this The trip also gave the team an oppor- year's entry looked formidable and tunity to meet with the City's Mayor, ready to take on the field after being Bill Martin, where we discussed what paraded through the streets of the was going on in the city of Summer- city in the morning during the city’s side and upcoming projects, while seat- parade. After many intense races, the ed in the council chambers of city hall. cardboard boat of Summerside sailed It was quite apparent that the city had to victory and was crowned champion made some significant progress and in front of what seemed like the entire the sense of community and the pride city. In true RCN fashion, at the end that residents feel about their beloved 154594 16 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 Up in the air with the Shearwater Radio Control Flyers’ Club

By Cpl Brian Watters, A lineup of radio con- 12 Wing Imagery Services trolled jets, their pilots, and visitors who came to The Shearwater Radio Control Fly- watch. ers, a military club, held a Fun Fly CPL BRIAN WATTERS, 12 at the decommissioned runway of 12 WING IMAGERY SERVICES Wing Shearwater on the weekend of July 14. I had an opportunity to capture Some out of province some video and photos while attend- RC model flyers set up ing the event, and took a few moments brought their own ac- to interview the president of the club, commodations, and will and recently retired Capt Vic Ruzgys. travel on to other events This is the transcript of his re- throughout the Atlantic marks from that interview: Provinces this summer. “My name is Vic Ruzgys, I'm the president of the Shearwater Radio Control Flyers. Today is our annual “Fun-Fly. It's an open event to mem- bers of any other radio control clubs, and an opportunity to showcase our club, our flying site, and is also open to any spectators that might be inter- ested in viewing. nual Fun-Fly throughout the year, so This event is actually an annual this is our event here at Shearwater. event, typically held in the middle of We very much encourage new mem- July, as opposed to our regular flying bers, whether they be experienced which happens here on weekends – ev- flyers coming from other areas, or ery Saturday, Sunday (and holidays), anybody who's never flown before. We weather permitting, starting typically have a training program here at the in May, until the weather gets a little club, as well as training aircraft and too cold for us in November. qualified instructors that are avail- In the wintertime when the outdoor able to teach people how to fly radio flying comes to a halt, we have the control. opportunity to use the Shearwater The training system involves two gymnasium to fly indoors. We have radios connected electronically so special models for that, which are that the instructor is basically flying small, lightweight and typically fly with you and can readily take control slower. if you start to get into trouble. So if members, and we certainly encourage of Canada (MAAC). We are therefore Our annual event is held as an op- you have no flying experience what- any people interested to contact us. not bound by a lot of the restrictions portunity to get members of different soever, you are still able to learn at a Transport Canada, in the last year that you would find outside of a sanc- clubs together, and just enjoy a day of gradual pace, without fear of crash- or so, has come down with some fairly tioned model airfield. So that's the flying, as well as the camaraderie of a ing. rigorous regulations about where and biggest benefit of joining a club.” bunch of RC flyers all in one place at We are a military club, but we are how you can fly radio controlled mod- For more information on the Shear- one time. Most RC clubs have an an- allowed a 50% ratio of non-military el aircraft, which means that most water RC Flyers, please visit their areas are now out of bounds for that Facebook page by searching Shearwa- sort of flying. The benefits of joining ter Radio Control Flyers, or visiting a club such as ours, is that we have a www.facebook.com/groups/shearwa- sanctioned airfield here, where we are terrcflyers permitted to fly under the auspices of The video can be seen on YouTube the Model Aeronautics Association at https://youtu.be/D0tukpc6MrQ

Seventy-nine-year-old Jim Lloyd, a member of the Saint John, NB Flying Club with the 1/5 scale Warbird he assembled between January 1 and June 2010. LLoyd spent the weekend camping out on the decommissioned runway with his wife Pamela. He emigrated from England in 1977, and recalls flying rubber band aircraft as a child. Vic Ruzgys is the President of the Shearwater Radio Control Flyers Association, and Jim’s Warbird has flown 160 flights so far. is happy with this year's turnout to the annual Fly-In / Air Show. CPL BRIAN WATTERS, 12 WING IMAGERY SERVICES CPL BRIAN WATTERS, 12 WING IMAGERY SERVICES August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 17 NAVRES boss celebrates ‘extraordinary’ days in Victoria

By Peter Mallett, will keep one foot in the naval re- advisory team on Operation ARGUS. that made it necessary for us to col- The Lookout Staff Writer serves, serving as a part-time sailor. Like most reservists, she has laborate regularly. It’s one of the great “I would say commanding NAVRES worked two career streams, some- things about our relationship in that Two senior naval officers at CFB Es- has probably been one of the richest, times simultaneously. Supporting this we have so many shared interests in quimalt relinquished their commands most rewarding experiences of my multi-career path, she says, should the navy.” last week, and are now going down sepa- life,” said Cmdre Mulkins. “Being be the central theme as the Naval A closing chapter as Commodore rate career paths, but doing it together. based in Victoria and in the heart of Reserve plots a course for the future was her trip to Fiji this spring to Married couple Commodore Marta and working in hopes of meeting Canada’s Defence visit the Naval Security Team on post Mulkins and RAdm Jeff Zwick have with its fantastic leaders and staff has Policy Strong, Secure, Engaged goal of protecting HMCS Vancouver. Cmdre signed over their commands, packed just been simply extraordinary.” 1,500 more Naval Reservists. Mulkins offered her encouragement their household, and are set to move As head of NAVRES she managed “It has been my mantra from day one: and best wishes to sailors of the to Ottawa. the 24 Naval Reserve stone frigates the reserves must remain an endeavour Republic of Fiji Navy, who enrolled For Cmdre Mulkins, it is the Naval and approximately 3,000 reserve sail- that is worth people’s time and energy their first female sailors in February. Reserve (NAVRES) Command that ors. While that might seem impres- because it is so discretionary. We enable Although it was an informal sit-down, she handed over to Cmdre Michael sive on its own, one might argue her people to reach their potential, get the she was able to impart some guidance Hopper. Having reached the pinnacle greatest achievement is ploughing training, education and employment to these female trailblazers. of her 33-year career, she heads back pathways for women in the navy. opportunities they need. We have been “I got a chance to talk to the Fijian to civilian life and a job in the Federal In 2003, she became the first female key enablers to make sure the naval sailors about how important gender Public Service. officer to command a warship in the reserves continue to be that highly integration is and the significance The day before her change of com- Royal Canadian Navy, serving as com- skilled, high output force that the Cana- of what they are doing,” said Cmdre mand, RAdm Zwick, her husband of manding officer of HMCS Kingston, dian Armed Forces requires.” Mulkins. “I’m sure the Fijian Navy 12 years, relinquished his command and then later headed Ottawa’s Naval In collaboration with her husband, will be offering a great career path for of Canadian Fleet Pacific to Cmdre Reserve Division HMCS Carleton. Cmdre Mulkins met that goal with the their recruits and they are now being Angus Topshee. Other notable postings in her work creation of the Naval Security Team, offered an opportunity to reach their RAdm Zwick’s next charge is Chief of portfolio include being head of Stra- an all Naval Reserve force protection potential. ‘Go for it,’ I told them ‘and Force Development, a Vice Chief of the tegic Communications at National De- team trained to defend Canadian na- have the best career you can.’” Defence Staff branch position at NDHQ. fence Headquarters in Ottawa and a val assets when alongside overseas. That advice is something Cmdre Even though she’s heading full-time six-month deployment to Afghanistan “We were two Commodores working Mulkins has lived throughout her into a civilian job, Cmdre Mulkins in 2006 as a member of the strategic for the same boss and had mandates career.

12 Air Maintenance Squadron welcomes new Commanding Officer

LCol Tara Willis, incoming Commanding Officer of 12 Air Maintenance Squadron, salutes during the Change of Command Parade held on the 423 Squadron han- gar floor on July 5, 2018. Col Sid Connor, Wing Commander 12 Wing Shearwater, presided over the signing of the Change of Command certificates between outgoing Commanding Officer LCol Brian Payan and LCol Willis. CPL JENNIFER CHIASSON, 12 WING IMAGERY SERVICES

Wound Stripe presented nearly 30 years after injury

Thanks to the efforts of JPSU and IPSC staff, a Wound Stripe was recently presented to a retired RCAF Captain for injuries he suffered in 1989. While deployed to Syria and the Golan Heights, Capt (ret’d) Patrick Ryan, CD, was injured due to hostile en- emy actions received in honourable circumstances in a special duty area while serving on a United Nations Operation, qualifying him for the Wound Stripe. The Sacrifice Medal replaced the Wound Stripe for members of the in 2008. In attendance for the presentation were members of JPSU/IPSC, 12 Wing Commander Col Sid Connor, 12 Wing CWO David Hepditch and Capt (ret’d) Ryan’s Wife Cindy. 154601 The couple traveled from their home in Debert for the occasion. IPSC 18 TRIDENT News August 6, 2018 Des soins de santé dans Health care in austere des conditions difficiles : conditions: CAF medical les techniciens médicaux technicians explain des FAC expliquent their role during Op leur rôle pendant l'Op PRESENCE - Mali

PRESENCE – Mali By Cpl Alexandre Gagné and cellular network or social networks. Cpl Marjorie Matte, A few minutes per day with a satel- medical technicians, 25 CF H Svcs C lite phone enables us to give our Par le Cpl Alexandre Gagné et le au moins nous avons de l'eau chaude families some news. We can also Cpl Marjorie Matte, (haha!). Being the first CAF medics de- use the camp cafeteria, where we Techniciens médicaux du 25e Centre des Au niveau médical, l'environnement ployed in Gao, Mali involves a eat well. The temperature some- Services de santé des FAC ne permet pas toujours d'avoir des number of difficulties. The heat, times reaches as high as 50 degrees techniques propres ou stériles, donc dust, lack of resources, danger level, Celsius. Fortunately, we have air Être les premiers techniciens médi- plus de précautions sont nécessaires. delays and lacking communications conditioning in the role 1 hospital caux (médics) des FAC en déploiement L'installation de l'hôpital rôle 1 a make our work more complex and we came to set up and in the tents à Gao au Mali implique plusieurs aussi été un défi compte tenu de ces force us to become resourceful. where we sleep. Sometimes, sleep is difficultés. La chaleur, la poussière, conditions, de l'espace disponible, et Helping each other is definitely our more difficult during haboobs, sand le manque de ressources, le niveau du matériel qui arrivait un peu à tous strength, enabling us to adapt more storms, with winds reaching over de danger, les délais et les communi- les jours. L'expérience que nous avons easily to the new conditions of this en- 100 km/h. Shower time is limited to cations manquantes rendent notre acquise au courant des années précé- vironment. All the trades have to work two minutes a day, but at least we travail plus complexe et nous devons dentes nous a permis de palier aux together on a common goal, which is have hot water (haha!). faire preuve de débrouillardise. difficultés rencontrées. Comme nous opening the camp for Canadians. At the medical level, the environ- L'entraide est certainement notre n'avons pas de distractions extéri- We received a lot of help from the ment doesn't always allow for clean plus grande force, ce qui nous per- eures, nous sommes davantage axés Germans, who have been at the camp or sterile techniques, so more pre- met, entre autres, de faciliter notre sur les tâches de la mission dont le for several years. Even with limited cautions are needed. Setting up the adaptation aux nouvelles condi- contact avec les patients, qui eux, sont resources, teamwork increases our role 1 hospital was also challenging tions de cet environnement. Tous les très respectueux du travail que l'on effectiveness. Our supervisors are because of the conditions, available quarts de métiers doivent travailler fait. Étant donné le niveau de men- understanding and have confidence space and equipment that trickled ensemble vers un but commun qui est ace, nous devons toujours être prêts à in us. Being valued in our work, we in bit by bit each day. Experience ac- l'ouverture du camp pour les cana- toute éventualité. can give our best. In addition, cama- quired over the years enabled us to diens. Toutes ces conditions réunies ont raderie comes more easily in a situa- overcome the difficulties we encoun- Nous avons reçu beaucoup d'aide le pouvoir d'augmenter la maturité tion like this. Friendships are forged tered. Since we have no external de la part des allemands qui sont d'un médic, tant au niveau militaire more quickly, without necessarily distractions, we are more focused on présents sur le camp depuis déjà qu'au niveau des aptitudes médicales. taking rank into account. Here, all the mission tasks, including contact plusieurs années. Même avec des res- L'opportunité que nous avons eu de soldiers must give it their all, regard- with patients, who are highly re- sources limitées, le travail d'équipe vivre cette expérience sera gravé dans less of the task at hand, as we're all spectful of the work we do. Given the nous permet d'être plus efficaces. nos mémoires et nous repartirons in this together in the same desert. threat level, we need to be prepared Nous recevons aussi beaucoup de fièrement d'ici avec une corde de plus Communication in the camp is for every eventuality. compréhension et de confiance de la à nos arcs. difficult. We don't have access to a As a result of these conditions, part des superviseurs. En étant valo- medics mature as risé dans notre travail, nous pouvons soldiers and hone donner un meilleur rendement. De their medical skills. plus, la camaraderie dans une situa- We will never forget tion comme celle-ci est beaucoup plus the opportunity we facile. Les liens d'amitiés se créent had with this experi- plus rapidement, sans nécessaire- ence, and we will be ment tenir compte des grades. Ici, proud to leave here tous les militaires doivent donner un with one more tool maximum d'efforts, quel que soit la in our toolbox. tâche car on est tous ensemble dans le même desert. La communication sur le camp Medical personnel est difficile. Nous n'avons pas accès with Operation PRES- au réseau cellulaire, ni aux réseaux ENCE-Mali show off sociaux. Quelques minutes par jour the medical branch avec un téléphone satellite nous flag at the new Role 1 permettent de donner des nouvelles à facility at Camp Cas- nos familles. Nous pouvons toutefois tor in Gao, Mali. profiter de la cafétéria du camp où Des membres du nous mangeons bien. La température personnel médical ressentie frôle parfois les 50 degrés de l’opération PRES- Celsius. Heureusement, nous avons ENCE-Mali présen- la chance d'avoir l'air climatisé dans tent le drapeau de la l'hôpital rôle 1 que nous sommes Branche des services venus installer et dans les tentes où de santé à la nouvelle nous dormons. Parfois, le sommeil installation de rôle est plus difficile lors des tempêtes de 1, au Camp Castor, à sables Haboob ayant des vents de plus Gao, au Mali. de 100 km/h. Le temps de douche est CANADIAN FORCES COM- limité à deux minutes par jour, mais BAT CAMERA August 6, 2018 TRIDENT News 19 RAdm Truelove savours career in RCN

By Peter Mallett, finishes in the United States, his last HMC Ships Chaleur, Fundy, Sas- structural renewal projects at Fleet The Lookout Staff Writer appointment in Canada was Com- katchewan and Qu’Appelle. In 1986 Maintenance Facility Cape Breton mander Maritimes Forces Pacific and he served as Bridge Watchkeeper, and elsewhere on base as some key Five days after his 55th birthday, Joint Task Force Pacific. Navigation Officer and Above Water developments in Esquimalt during his Canada’s Defence Staff Attaché to He might never have reached that Warfare Officer aboard Athabaskan. tenure. Washington, RAdm Bill Truelove pinnacle position if it weren’t for He commanded his first vessel in 1997 RAdm Truelove says the construc- called it a career and set out on a new, helping hands early in his career. A when he took the helm of Chaleur, tion projects and changing face of uncharted course: his retirement. vision problem was discovered in his and in 2003 he assumed command of Dockyard pale in comparison to the A Change of Command ceremony left eye while he was attending Royal Regina. transformation of Canada’s navy as was held at the Embassy of Canada, Roads Military College. It nearly led Notable overseas deployments an organization, which has occurred Washington, DC, July 19, presided to his discharge. If not for the support during his career include seven during his career. He characterized over by the Vice Chief of the Defence of Royal Roads Commandant, Captain months in the Adriatic Sea when the the navy his father served in, and the Staff. LGen P.F. Wynnyk. RAdmTrue- Bill Draper and RAdm Bob Yanow, RCN took part in the United Nations one he began with early in his career, love handed over his duties to Major RAdm Truelove says his career would embargo of the former Yugoslavia; a to being “rougher around the edges.” General Simon Hetherington. have been different. It’s this story that five-month deployment to the Persian “It’s amazing to see how we have RAdm Truelove says he savoured has him encouraging the younger gen- Gulf in support of Operation APOL- evolved; the professionalism, focus on and enjoyed every moment of his days eration of sailors to stay the course, LO, part of Canada’s contribution a healthy lifestyle and fitness, and the in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), overcome the obstacles, and follow in to the war on terrorism; and a nine- level of investment in training and including his final appointment as his wake, as an adventurous career month deployment to Kabul, Afghani- education and new leadership mod- Canada’s Defence Attaché to the U.S. can be had in the navy. stan, as the Deputy in the Strategic els,” said RAdm Truelove. “We have “To come here to Washington, D.C., “The navy and the CAF represent Communications Directorate. taken major steps in the reserves, and culminate my career as Defence an incredible way to serve your na- While attending Naval War Col- with our civilian workforce, and have Attaché has been incredible,” said tion and to do interesting and exciting lege in Newport, Rhode Island, as a developed a greater understanding of RAdm Trulove during an over-the- things around the world,” he said. member of the Naval Command Col- the critical role families play in our phone interview. “Our military enjoys “You can learn and grow, there are lege Class of 2005, he also obtained a success.” a great historical relationship with great leadership opportunities, and master’s degree in International Rela- He says the accomplishments and the United States military and these the military offers a great, supportive tions at Salve Regina University. Later success of the organization also serve indeed have been interesting times to environment to raise a family and that year he was appointed Canadian as a great departure point for him, al- be here.” provide for them.” Forces Naval Attaché in Washington though he doesn’t like to use the word For three years he worked as the He knows of what he speaks. His before returning to Esquimalt in 2006 “retirement.” senior accredited military officer father was a naval officer, retiring at and assuming command of Mari- He hopes to stay active and engaged representing the CAF in Washington. the rank of LCdr. He encouraged his time Operations Group Four. He was on the road ahead instead of “just put- Top of his agenda was maintaining son to enlist in the navy. promoted to Commodore in 2009 and ting my feet up for an extended time.” and strengthening Canada’s relation- RAdm Truelove admits to being served as Commandant Chancellor Staying busy will include continuing ship with the United States military hooked on life at sea from the begin- of Royal Military College until 2011 to support mental health non-profit and advising David MacNaughton, ning: first as a young cadet aboard sail before his final promotion to his cur- Give an Hour, which provides free-of- Canada’s ambassador to the United training vessels at the Naval Officer rent rank in 2012 when he was named charge care through its network of States. Training Centre HMCS Venture and Commander Maritime Forces Pacific. health professional volunteers. In his posting, he and his wife Bren- then later aboard RCN minesweepers. Although he faced some rough He and his wife Brenda are looking da became deans of the Washington “My first taste of it all and the seas during his command in Esqui- forward to moving back to Canada Corps of Military Attachés, leading excitement of being at sea with great malt including the collision and fire and their home in Ottawa. They also an organization that includes military shipmates, travelling around the aboard Protecteur in 2013, there were plan on taking a trip to Victoria and representatives of 120 nations. world and doing exciting things was also many successes. He points to reuniting with their two children, The Change of Command closes unmatched for me.” the implementation of the Halifax- Anthony and Ashley. a 37-year career. While his career He completed his training aboard Class Modernization program and 12 OSS has Change of Command

The 12 Operational Support Squadron Change of Command took place on July 5, 2018 with the outgoing Commanding Officer, Col Liam Cox, welcoming the incoming Commanding Officer, LCol William Reyno during a parade on the hangar floor of Shearwater Hangar 342. Col Sid Connor, Wing Commander 12 Wing, (centre), LCol Reyno (left), and Col Cox (right) sign the Change of Command Certificates with 12 Wing Chief Warrant Officer David Hepditch and 12 OSS Master Warrant Officer Cruikshank behind. CPL JENNIFER ROBINSON-MCGUIRE, 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES

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2. Lower photo caption, line 2. Strike text as ahead of 2018 Invictus Games indicated, replace with basketball

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

The Invictus Games comes with all the excitement of a large internation- al sporting event, including stadium venues, cheering fans, and skilled competitors from around the world. Unlike at other events, however, Invictus Athletes focus less on getting the top results or engaging in fierce competition. For them, the games are about overcoming adversity, and the role of sport and camaraderie in a successful recovery. “This is less about medals, and more about the triumph of the human spirit,” said Michael Burns, an Invic- tus Games board member and CEO of the 2017 games in Toronto. “These are men and women who have served their country with great distinction, and all of them, as a result of their service, have been injured in someway. For some, they’re about to have their first opportunity in years to put on a Canadian uniform and wear that maple leaf with pride.” The roster for Canada’s 2018 Invictus Burns was in Halifax on July 25, Games team was unveiled at HMCS along with Invictus athletes, coaches Scotian on July 25, with all team mem- and volunteers, for the team’s final bers and their families in Halifax for the group training camp before the 2018 announcement. Invictus Games, being held in Sydney, SOLDIER ON Australia October 20-27, as well as for the official announcement of Cana- da’s 2018 team. Founded in 2014 and with subse- quent events in 2016 and 2017, The Invictus Games is a multi-sport com- petition in which all participants are serving or retired military members who have overcome an injury or ill- ness in order to participate. Canada’s Invictus Games Team Canada members 40 athletes will compete against more play wheelchair basketball at STAD- than 500 competitors from 18 other PLEX as part of the team’s training nations, in adaptive sports like wheel- camp in Halifax in preparation for the chair rugby and basketball, cycling, 2018 Invictus Games in Sydney, Austra- track, sailing, archery, powerlifting lia. and more. Canada’s team in Australia, SOLDIER ON managed and selected through the Soldier On program from a pool of or a combination of the two,” he said, show the rest of Canada and the world adding to the intensity of the week. hundreds of applicants, will include 18 adding that the training sessions at what it means to be truly Invictus,” “These athletes have faced great serving and 22 retired CAF members. different venues around Halifax have Maj(Ret’d) Hicks said. diversity and they’ve met that chal- Team Captain Maj (ret’d) Robert already begun pushing members of BGen Mark Misener, Commanding lenge. They’ve actively chosen to Hicks described the group as repre- the team to their limits and past pre- Officer of the Joint Personnel Support bolster their recovery through sport, sentative of all three CAF elements, vious obstacles. Venues for the train- Unit and Mission Head for Canada’s and through reconnecting with family, with diverse backgrounds and differ- ing camp included the STADPLEX, Invictus team, was also in Halifax for peers and community,” he said. ent experiences with injury, illness Dockyard and Shearwater gyms, as the training camp, and said he’s been Canadians are encouraged to follow and recovery. well as MacDonald Beach, the Royal inspired by the dedication shown from along with Team Canada on social me- “But what’s shared is that everyone Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron, and Team Canada so far. For some, being dia as the athletes continue to prepare here has sacrificed in service of their Beazley Field in Dartmouth. in Halifax among peers and overcom- for October, and to tune in on televi- country, whether their injuries were “We’re going to continue to train ing social isolation is a success in its sion and online for the main event in physical, or involved mental health, hard and smart, and we’re going to own right, with the physical training Sydney this fall. August 6, 2018 TRIDENT Sports 21 RCN engineer thriving New gym in during recovery with HMCS Ville de Québec Invictus team

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

In the fall of 2015, CPO2 Robert Patenaude was deployed to Exercise TRIDENT JUNCTURE in Rota, Spain, as the Chief Engineer in HMCS Atha- baskan. He was at the top of his game physically, and training for his first half Ironman endurance event, when life threw him a curve. While cycling in Spain as part of his training, CPO2 Patenaude was struck by a vehicle, suffering serious injuries to his hip and lower back, including a labral tear and cartilage damage, along with nerve damage to the neck. Now, more than two years out from HMCS Ville de Québec's new gymnasium makes up several small rooms with surgery, and after a long and frustrat- new equipment to help improve the quality of life, happiness and retention of our ing recovery process, he’s back at sailors aboard during a six-month deployment overseas on Op REASSURANCE. work full time and preparing for an IR PSP Halifax fitness and sports instructor Eileen DuPlooy gives instruction to MS posting to Gatineau. He still has work CPO2 Robert Patenaude will be rep- Nicholas Earle and several members of the ship’s company. to do, however, and his sea-going days resenting Canada at the 2018 Invictus MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA are over due to the injury. He’s staying Games in Sydney, Australia. positive, and thanks to his selection RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF as a member of Team Canada for the 2018 Invictus Games, he has a reason “It was an emotional moment when to get back to the gym and focus on I got the letter and found I was accept- fitness again. ed. It’s been roller coaster ever since,” A test of endurance “It gave me a new goal, a new objec- he said. tive to reach for, which is something He’ll be competing in cycling, swim- I’m very happy to have,” said CPO2 ming, and athletics, a multi-sport Patenaude, who lives with his wife event that involves running, shot-put in Nijmegen and daughters in Brooklyn, Nova Sco- and discus throwing. He said the tia, just outside of Liverpool. week-long training camp in Halifax “Everybody here has been working has been incredibly positive. Trainers hard, they all have positive attitudes, have focused on techniques that take and they all want to put their best foot physical limits into account, rely- forward to show what they’re able to ing on skill and strategy rather than do and what we’re able to accomplish brute strength, and the camaraderie as a group.” among the 40 teammates as they get Despite his injuries and ongoing to know each other has added to the recovery, CPO2 Patenaude said he experience. didn’t see himself as a candidate “There’s so much support, and it for the Invictus Games until getting seems everyone involved is moving encouragement to apply from his CAF forward with an attitude of helping physiotherapist, Maj Pauline Godsell. others who have gone through similar He decided to submit his name just traumas or experiences. It makes for three days before the cutoff date for a bigger and stronger family,” CPO2 the 2018 games in Sydney, Australia. Patenaude said.

Marchers from the team as part of Joint Task Force Ni- jmegen Canadian Contingent, smile as they return back to camp, touching the famous boots at the entrance of Camp Heumensoord, on the third – and most challenging – day of the International Four Days Marches in Nijmegen, Netherlands, on July 19, 2018. MCPL GABRIELLE DESROCHERS, COMBAT CAMERA 154647

The Team Canada Invictus cycling team rides through Halifax as part of the train- ing camp that ran from July 23-27. SOLDIER ON 22 TRIDENT Sports August 6, 2018 Last chance to register for Navy 10K

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

With less than two weeks to go before the 2018 Navy 10K Run on Au- gust 19, those who haven’t registered yet are encouraged to dust off their running gear and sign up for either the 5K or 10K route through Halifax’s North End. Registration for the race is only $30 for CAF members and $40 for civil- ians, with registration for the 1.25K and 2.5K kids runs also available for Participants $20. An extra $5 fee will be added for head south those who register in person on race down d a y. Gottingen The early bird registration prize Street during was recently drawn for, with LS Ray- the 2017 mond Kwan of HMCS Halifax taking Navy 10K home a $500 travel voucher from Via Run. This Rail, but registering now will still year’s race put you in the running for great draw takes place prizes taking place after the race, on Sunday, as well as the prizes for the fastest August 19. runners. There isn’t much time left RYAN for training, but running clinics are MELANSON, continuing on Tuesday mornings at TRIDENT STAFF Porteous Field, starting at 8 a.m., and runners are also meeting on Thurs- is also offering a virtual run option, choose a completion date, and contact found on http://raceroster.com. day mornings at 8:15 a.m. outside allowing you to participate in the PSP to make it official and have your Things kick off at 7:45 a.m. on August building S15 to run the entire 5K race Navy 10K from anywhere in the world registration switched to a virtual run. 19 for the kids, while the main race route. while still being eligible for draw Full guidelines on the virtual run starts just outside the Stadacona gates For those out of town or posted prizes. Runners are advised to reg- process, as well as general registra- on Gottingen Street at 9 a.m. away from Halifax in August, PSP ister as usual, plan out a 10K route, tion and race information, can be

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Canadian, Dutch, and German military members participate in a shortened ver- sion of the Nijmegen March, completing 30 kms on the third of four days at Camp Castor in Gao, Mali on July 19, 2018. MCPL JENNIFER KUSCHE

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