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Monday, June 17, 2019 Volume 53, Issue 12

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HMCS Toronto marks 75th anniversary of D-Day

HMCS Toronto’s crew poses for a group photo after a memorial service held in honour of the 75th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2019 while deployed in the Mediterranean Sea for Op REASSURANCE. MCPL MANUELA BERGER, FIS HALIFAX

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169899 2 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 HMCS St. John’s participates in Ex FORMIDABLE SHIELD 19

By Capt Matt Zalot, for many of the sailors. This FOSH Public Affairs Officer was the second in a series of exercises committed to demonstrating high- HMCS St. John’s recently deployed end warfighting capability and, while off the coast of Scotland to par- its stated aim was to improve allied ticipate in Exercise FORMIDABLE interoperability in an IAMD environ- SHIELD 19 (FOSH 19), a US Navy-led, ment, it also allowed the HMCS St. live-fire Integrated Air and Missile John’s crew to identify gaps in our own Defence exercise. Working with our training and better understand our international partners and Allies capabilities within NATO command from May 1-19, St. John’s joined ap- and control reporting structures. proximately 3000 sailors from Bel- Beyond that, Canadians took the gium, Denmark, France, Germany, lead in maximizing the effective use Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, of the training window, adding extra the United Kingdom, and the United serials like cross pollination with the States to take part in this successful- Italian, Danish and the Dutch navies, ly executed ballistic missile defence and executing tow approach exercises. and anti-ship missile defence oppor- We were also responsible for bringing tunity. remote controlled targets for gunnery It’s not every day that a Canadian serials, such as the Hammerheads Halifax-class frigate sails in the used for surface threat scenarios and company of a 12-vessel task group the Vindicators used for air threat and fires Evolved Sea Sparrow Mis- scenarios. Snyper drones were also siles (ESSMs), but FOSH 19 was HMCS St. John’s sails in formation as a member of a 12-vessel task group during Ex provided to test tracking capabili- the ideal proving ground to test the FORMIDABLE SHIELD 19. ties against small Unmanned Aerial extent of our capabilities in terms SUBMITTED Systems. of fully integrating air and surface So in the end, the exercise was ship defence, as well as our readiness Essentially, for two weeks, the weapons systems. At the same time, successful, and it saw more than a to conduct counter attacks in the Canadian ship executed the intense the Operations department conducted dozen successful live-fire and simu- maritime environment. As Command- training schedule that planners had training and certification for the com- lated engagements against subsonic, ing Officer of St. John’s, Cdr Peter spent the last two years preparing. plex event that is missile firing. So, supersonic, and ballistic targets. Sproule explained, our participation In December 2018, St. John’s started although the missile shoot occurred at Beyond that, FOSH 19 was a win in here allowed the RCN to play a role in her preparations for the large-scale the speed of sound, the trials and the terms of collaboration, and integrat- “the premiere anti-ship missile exer- multinational exercise. In January training period leading up to FOSH ing as a task group with our Allies. cise, giving us an opportunity to work and February, the Combat Systems 19 was in truth a navy-wide effort of Cdr Sproule succinctly explained the with our NATO partners to deal to Engineering department, in concert planning, systems checks, training, Canadian perspective: “The RCN is with any kind of missile threat – from with Fleet Maintenance Facility and fire-control maintenance activi- committed to working with our NATO subsonic anti-ship cruise missiles to Cape Scott, worked at great length to ties. partners in countering any threat that modern ballistic missiles.” ensure the readiness of St. John’s’ This exercise proved to be a posi- may confront the Alliance, and St. tive professional experience for those John’s and her entire crew were very on board, and it was instrumental for excited to be in Europe participating building confidence and experience in this exercise.”

A QinetiQ worker prepares to deploy the Vindicator drone before a live fire exercise HMCS St. John’s fires Evolved Sea Sparrow Missiles during Ex FORMIDABLE onboard HMCS ST. JOHN’S during FORMIDABLE SHIELD on May 4, 2019. SHIELD 19. Pte Sarina McNeill, FIS HALIFAX SUBMITTED June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 3 D-Day sacrifices remembered at Point Pleasant Park ceremony

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

As part of the signature Gov- ernment of Canada events being held in Halifax to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy, members of the public gathered with dignitar- ies and military members for a HMCS Fredericton stands offshore Point Pleasant Park during the D-Day ceremony special wreath-laying ceremony on June 5. at the Halifax Memorial in Point MICHAEL BAYER, FIS HALIFAX Pleasant Park on June 5. The crowd stood in the rainy and windy weather to honour the sacrifices of those who took part A pair of combat boots arrived at the VIA Rail station in Halifax on Monday, June 3. in the invasion of German-occu- The boots travelled by train across Canada to symbolize the distances that military or pied France that began on June 6, prospective military members travelled across Canada, usually by train, in order to 1944, an operation remembered as reach Halifax, the port from which they would depart for Europe in order to join their one of the critical turning points branch of the service during the Second World War. of the Second World War. More CPL DAVID VELDMAN, FIS HALIFAX than 14,000 Canadians, among the 90,000 total allied troops, went ashore on Juno Beach in Normandy, and more than 10,000 RCN sailors or Merchant Navy Celebrating the history sailors played important roles in minesweeping and transporting of naval aviation in Canada troops, weapons, food and other cargo. course of the Second World War and “From the landings at Juno Beach, the world we now live in,” said SLt through the grueling push across the Edith Sullivan, who served as master French countryside in the weeks that of ceremonies for the day. followed, Canadian Forces joined our allies in battle and helped change the Continued on page 4

There’s more and more to see each year at the Shearwater Aviation Museum at 12 Wing Shearwater, and it’s the only Canadian Forces museum to boast two Sea King helicopters. The aircraft shown here book-end the 55-year history of the Sea King, with the helicopter in the background representing the aircraft as it looked when it came into service in 1963, and the more familiar grey paint job of the helicopter that was retired just last year. Photo by Christine Hines

Shearwater Aviation Museum 32 Bonaventure St., Shearwater, NS D-Day veterans are joined by Gen (ret’d) Walter Natynczyk, Deputy Minister Veterans Affairs (left) during the ceremony. 902-720-1083 MICHAEL BAYER, FIS HALIFAX www.shearwateraviationmuseum.ns.ca 169919 4 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 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 2019 A notice will not be published if the event is to happen more that one year from publication date. Submissions may be edited. January 14 — MFRC & Money Matters January 28 February 11 — MFRC February 25 Metis and Heritage: Follow the beauty of his summer home in Prince and will once again take place at March 11 — MFRC March 25 — Posting Season Mi’kmaq Trails Edward Island helped him to heal. Alderney Landing this year, leading April 8 — MFRC & Spring Automotive Time: 10:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. into Canada Day fireworks over the April 22 — Battle of the Atlantic May 6 — MFRC Date: Friday, June 21 VTECS Speaker Series: Child harbour. Performances include inter- May 21 — Spring Home and Garden Where: Musée des Acadiens des Detention nationally-known DJ A-Trak, along June 3 — MFRC & Family Days June 17 Pubnicos and Centre de recherche, Time: 7 p.m. with The Sorority, Ellevator, and Cape July 2 — MFRC West Pubnico Date: Wednesday, July 10 Breton’s Carmen Townsend. Canada July 15 July 29 — MFRC Experience Mi’kmaq traditions Location: Halifax Central Library Day festivities throughout the day will August 12 — Back to School with display of furs, nature walks, Each year as part of the Veteran also include a pancake breakfast, flag August 26 — MFRC September 9 music, history, genealogy and arti- Trainers to Eradicate the use of Child raising ceremony, family fun fest at September 23 — MFRC & DEFSEC facts. This event is free and open to Soldiers (VTECS) Program hosts a the Commons, live music at Sullivan’s October 7 — Fall Home Improvement October 21 — MFRC the public. For more information, Speaker Series that brings renowned Pond and the Halifax Public Gardens, November 4 — Remembrance Day please call 902-762-3380. international peace and security and more. A full list of events is avail- November 18 — MFRC & Holiday Shopping December 2 experts to Halifax to discuss innova- able at http://HRMCanadaDay.ca. December 16 — MFRC & Year End Review CFB Halifax Walk tive and groundbreaking approaches Time: 10:30 a.m. to protecting children and civilians in Canada Day at Annapolis Royal Editor: Virginia Beaton Date: Thursday, June 27 conflict zones. This year's Speaker Se- Time: 12 p.m.- 3 p.m. [email protected] Location: CFB Halifax Stadacona ries will focus on child detention and Date: Monday, July 1 (902) 427-4235 The CFB Halifax Walks are now tak- how this issue is transcending conflict Location: Fort Anne and Port Journalist: Ryan Melanson ing place each month, with the next zones. Many countries detain chil- Royal [email protected] set for Thursday, June 27. Both mili- dren, including former child soldiers, Celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday (902) 427-4231 tary and civilian members are wel- and the treatment endured during with free admission to both of Annapo- Editorial Advisor: Margaret Conway come to participate. The group will detention requires the attention and lis Royal’s National Historic Sites. Be- [email protected] convene in front of S-90 at Stadacona action of the international communi- gin your day at Fort Anne and engage 902-721-0560 for a PSP led warmup. The walk will ty. Presented as a partnership between all your senses - sing O Canada as you take approximately 30 minutes and VTECS, Wounded Warriors Canada; watch the flag raised at Town Hall; join www.tridentnewspaper.com will cover 2.5 - 3 kilometres, heading The Romeo Dallaire Child Soldiers Parks Canada’s mascot, Parka, in the towards Fort Needham and back. For Initiative and Dalhousie University. procession to the fort; savour a piece of Advertising Sales more information, please contact cake; set out your blanket for a picnic Dave MacNeil Lucas Hardie at 902-427-6335. DND Family Days 2019 and enjoy the musical entertainment. 902-209-0570 Date: June 21-22 Then head to Port Royal for more mu- [email protected] Author Reading: Matthew Location: HMC Dockyard sic and cake. A fun-filled day for whole Ferrance Get ready to Come Out and Play family starting at 12 noon – 3 p.m. at

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By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

Stadacona’s Admiralty House is currently home to the Naval Museum of Halifax, but the building’s deep connection to RCN history goes far beyond the collections and artifacts now housed inside. Prior to serving as a museum, the building’s former uses include as Royal Navy headquarters in the region, as a Wardroom, and as a hos- pital, specifically as Massachusetts- Halifax Relief Commission Public Health Unit No.1 from 1920-1924. For recent museum visitors Cath- erine Blake and Barb Sybbald, that time as a naval hospital and clinic is relevant to their own family his- tory. Their late grandfather, Sur- geon Cmdre Archie McCallum, was working as a medical officer in the early 1920s when he met their grand- mother, Arrabelle MacKenzie, who was one of the few female dentists in Canada and working at Admiralty House. The couple went on to marry, of course, and their wedding photo was among the items the sisters brought along to donate to the museum during their visit on May 27. The donation also includes a number of documents and paperwork from Cmdre McCallum’s career, along with Catherine Blake flips through documents concerning her late grandfather, Surgeon Cmdre Archie McCallum, at the Naval Mu- a drill cane engraved with his name seum of Halifax on May 27. and rank. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF The items will join the museum’s existing collection on Cmdre McCal- “He was an interesting man and Minister William Lyon Mackenzie excited to fit in a trip to the museum lum, which includes his medals, let- we’re lucky to have some letters he King concerning a nephew of the while in Halifax, both to connect ters he wrote, photos and other docu- wrote and other items to show his Prime Minister’s who died in the with some of their family history, ments. A small collection of items family members,” said museum sinking of HMCS St. Croix, as well as and to pass on some of that history is also kept at the Archie McCallum researcher Lisa McNiven. The let- an autobiographical accounting of through the donations. They also Building, home to CF Health Services ters, mainly from later in his career, his military career and accomplish- met with CF H Svcs C (A) Command- Centre (Atlantic). include a correspondence with Prime ments from the late 50s, where he ing Officer LCol Rochelle Heudes notes that the information should be and CWO Gregory McDonald for a saved in case his ‘wee granddaugh- tour of the Archie McCallum build- ters’ one day have an interest. ing. The sisters were in Halifax to at- “We’re thrilled we were able to tend the Faculty of Dentistry Con- visit and that so many people were vocation Ceremony and to present here to meet us and were interested the Arrabelle MacKenzie McCallum in our family. We didn’t expect such Bursary, awarded in honour of their a reception,” Blake added, and said grandmother on the 100-year anni- she was happy to donate the items to versary of her being Dalhousie’s first a good home. female dental graduate in 1919. “They belong here and we hope Blake said she and her sister were other people will enjoy seeing them.”

at CF CHAPELS Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche STADACONA SHEARWATER 8h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic From left, Catherine Blake and Barbara Sybbald, the granddaughters of the late - English - Bilingual/bilingue Surgeon Cmdre Archie McCallum and Arrabelle MacKenzie McCallum, with Naval Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements Museum of Halifax Curator Jennifer Gamble. The visitors donated their late grand- BAPTISM, MATRIMONY & OTHER SACRAMENTS - BY APPOINTMENT/REQUEST 169905 father’s drill cane to the museum, along with a collection of photos and documents. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF 6 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 Maritime Defence Pride Network Launches at CFB Halifax

By 2LT Nicolas Plourde-Fleury, mandate meaning that it acts in an OJT, CFB Halifax Public Affairs advisory role for the Commanding Officers (COs) of units within Mari- On April 25, 2019, CFB Halifax’s time Forces Atlantic and provides Base Chief, CPO1 Gregory, was in a training and resources on LGBTQ2 Carling Campus boardroom in Ot- issues,” said CPO1 Gregory. “Before tawa meeting with DND and CAF the creation of MDPN, this created a colleagues from across the country. situation where Positive Space had The group was holding an initial to take on a broader community role consultation to discuss the creation that wasn’t part of its core mandate.” of a national CAF/DND lesbian, gay, That’s where the MDPN can support. bisexual, transgender, transsexual, As Tracy Mitchell, civilian co-chair queer, questioning and 2-spirited (LG- of the Positive Space Working Group, BTQ2) Network. explains, “The MDPN is intended to On May 23, less than a month be a more open and socially connected later, CPO1 Gregory gathered at CFB group with a focus on outreach, advo- Halifax with military and civilian cacy, and awareness.” members of the local Defence Team As such, the newly created MDPN’s for the inaugural meeting of the first order of business will be to estab- Maritime Defence Pride Network lish the structure and determine the (MDPN). Inspired by pride initiatives formal organization for the network. taking place across the country on In addition to the network’s Cham- military bases such as CFB Borden, pion, it was decided that the MDPN members of the MDPN shared ideas Members of the Maritime Defence Pride Network display the rainbow flag in support would be headed by co-chairs, one and discussed the purpose of the net- of the LGBTQ2 community. military and one civilian. As of now, work during this meeting. Three main SUBMITTED only the military co-chair position has objectives were identified: to create been filled. Formation Master Seaman LGTBQ2 outreach opportunities on in various parts of the country, will the community. MS Shane Ritchot will hold this post; and off Base; to encourage the shar- promote, support and advocate for While not the first LGBTQ2-focused an active search for a civilian co-chair ing of stories from members of our those that identify with this commu- organization at CFB Halifax, the is ongoing. Anyone interested in Defence family in order to create a nity,” explains Capt(N) David Benoit, MDPN aims to fill a gap in the current getting involved in any other capac- public dialogue around LGBTQ2 chal- CO of Fleet Maintenance Facility support offered to the local LGBTQ2 ity is welcome to do so. Simply keep lenges and successes; and to foster a Cape Scott, who has come onboard as Defence Community. Until now, only an eye out on the MARLANT splash strong, inclusive and supportive com- the MDPN Champion. In his role as one other organization, the Positive page and our CFB Halifax Facebook munity for LGBTQ2 Defence Team Champion, Capt(N) Benoit will help Space Working Group, offered support and Twitter sites for more details on members and allies here in Halifax bring visibility at the very senior to LGBTQ2 members of the Defence the MDPN including announcements and throughout the Maritimes. levels in the formation, RCN and CAF Team. “The Positive Space Work- on upcoming meetings and outreach “This network, like similar ones on the challenges and issues raised by ing Group has a largely corporate opportunities.

TEME’s Dirty Hands fundraiser success

CFB Halifax’s TEME Unit welcomed spring with its semi-annual Dirty Hands tire change fundraiser last month. In to- tal, they raised $2200, which was present- ed to Ward 5 Neighbourhood Center and the 3036 Sackville Lions Royal Canadian Army (RCEME) Cadet Corps. SUBMITTED June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 7

CAF members gather in front of the new memorial thanking them, and all the volunteers both past and present who vol- unteer their time to the veterans at Camp Hill Veterans memorial Hospital. CPL SIMON ARCAND, FIS HALIFAX

Bill Awalt, a veteran who lives at Camp Hill, designed the artwork of the memo- rial. CPL SIMON ARCAND, FIS HALIFAX

New memorial unveiled at Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Garden

By CPO2 Ben Broome NATO group and employee of Custom Tool & Machine in Mount Uniacke. The Camp Hill Veterans’ Council The text of the memorial reads commissioned this piece in apprecia- “Thank you to all the volunteers past tion of the numerous volunteers who and present” and the artwork depicts contribute to the veterans’ lives at a volunteer pushing a wheelchair. Camp Hill. The pictured artwork was The crest of the Veterans’ Council, designed by Bill Awalt, who is him- including the text “Honours Gath- self a Korean War veteran and resi- ered, Duty Done” also appears on the dent of Camp Hill Veterans Memorial memorial. Hospital and the display was created It was formally unveiled during with the generous support of Russell the spring garden cleanup on May 30, Poole, a member of the Veterans UN 2019.

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By Ryan Melanson, person in the end, however, Trident Staff more equipped to handle both personal and professional chal- For the past eight years, 2Lt lenges in the future. Daniel Shirvani has been hard “It breaks you down and at work at Dalhousie University, builds you back up. I’m going to first completing his undergradu- keep pushing myself.” ate degree, and then moving on to 2Lt Shirvani is also a first- the school’s prestigious Doctor of degree Karate black belt and Dental Surgery program. maintains an active lifestyle, Now, that hard work is pay- though his busy school and ing off. 2Lt Shirvani, who is also work schedule has taken prior- enrolled in the CAF’s Dental Of- ity over organized sports in ficer Training Program (DOTP) recent years. recently graduated as a member of Settling into his CAF career Dal’s 2019 class, and he’ll be off to and his first posting in Ottawa his first posting later this summer may be a chance to refocus on to 1 Dental Unit Det at NDHQ in physical fitness. Ottawa. “I know I’m going to be busy Finishing up his schooling was with patients, but I also want an emotional time, saying goodbye to experience everything the to instructors and patients at the Forces has to offer,” he said, school clinic, and reflecting on the mentioning CAF soccer as a thousands of hours of hard work 2Lt Daniel Shirvani in the Simulation Lab at Dalhousie University’s Dr. William Murphy Dental potential avenue. put in to reach this point. Clinic. 2Lt Shirvani is a recent Dalhousie Dentistry graduate and is enrolled in the CAF’s Dental While he’s not sure exactly “I’ve made meaningful relation- Officer Training Program. what his future holds beyond ships and I’ve been able to make a RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF his initial contract, 2Lt Shirvani difference in the lives of some of said he’s excited to begin real my patients, which is very rewarding first year in dental school, and said ing on-the-job training at Stadacona. work as a licensed dentist after nearly and reassuring,” he said. the combination of competitive pay, It’s been a test of his organizational a decade of training and intense edu- “But the next three years are going benefits, incentives, and other sup- and time-management skills, and has cation. He’s not done learning though, to help me determine what direction I port, along with the chance to serve been overwhelming at times, he said. and is already looking into specialty want to take my career in, so I’m very his country, won him over. “The Forces absolutely prioritized CAF training available to dental of- excited to do more and learn more.” Since then, he’s continued through my education while I was in school, ficers in areas like Prosthodontics or 2Lt Shirvani, who grew up in the intense schedule of Dal’s dentist- but there was still a lot of juggling Advanced General Dentistry. Dartmouth, has wanted to be a dentist ry program, sometimes with course- with a busy schedule.” “The career development opportuni- since high school, following in the loads in the double digits, while also “School itself was very challeng- ties are endless, there’s just so much footsteps of a number of other health going through the process of applying ing,” he added. “There’s times where to gain going down this path,” he said. practitioners in his family, but the and eventually enrolling in the DOTP, you might even feel like a failure, be- “In the interim, I’m going to try to military interest came later. He at- beginning his Basic Military Officer cause they set the standards so high.” learn as much as I can and enjoy my tended a CAF presentation during his Training in the summer, and complet- He feels he’s come out a stronger time.”

HMCS Scotian welcomes more than 200 new Canadians

By Paul Service, now serve all of you as Canadians” MARLANT PA shared Cdr Vallis, before continuing “Canadian citizenship is a choice. You A sea of more than 200 faces from have all worked very hard for this day 59 different countries greeted Cdr and have chosen to take this oath. I Beth Vallis as she took the podium in am deeply honoured to play a small HMCS Scotian on May 27. Cdr Vallis part in today’s proceedings. This is a had the distinct honour to welcome proud moment for all of you and it is a the new Canadians to their Oath of pleasure to host you on the day you all Citizenship ceremony. A giant Ca- officially become Canada Citizens.” nadian flag, stretching from floor to The ceremony concluded with the ceiling, served as the backdrop. singing of O Canada, which was led The Oath of Citizenship ceremony by children of those that had taken was the final step for the newly the oath. minted Canadians in attendance. At- tendees had all previously passed a citizenship test and an interview. Im- migration, Refugees and Citizenship Cdr Beth Vallis, CO of HMCS Scotian, Canada organized the event. gives a Canadian flag to one of the new “This is your Royal Canadian Navy, Canadians who participated in the cer- A navy that is diverse, inclusive, agile, emony at Scotian on May 27. and a Royal Canadian Navy that will SUBMITTED June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 9 Juin, le mois des loisirs: À vous de jouer

Par Noel Paine, à cœur l’activité physique aura une Division des services généraux, SBMFC plus grande influence sur le mode de vie du membre des FAC, sur ses choix Tous les samedis matin, les mem- et sur son engagement envers le con- bres de la famille Dow attachent leur ditionnement physique. » casque de vélo et partent en randon- Les lignes directrices canadiennes née. Pour Kaylee et Nathan, âgés de 5 en matière d’activité physique re- et 6 ans, il n’y a rien de plus amusant commandent au moins 60 minutes June is Recreation que de courser contre papa jusqu’au d’activité physique quotidienne pour prochain coin de rue. Kerry-Ann, la les enfants, et au moins 150 minutes maman, indique toutefois que cette par semaine pour les adultes. Bien habitude s’inscrit dans l’engagement que cela ne semble que très peu, seule- Month: PLAY, your way d’être une famille physiquement ac- ment environ 11% des enfants et 15% tive. des adultes atteignent cette norme «Être en forme est important pour actuellement. By Noel Paine, committed to physical activity will nous tous, pas seulement pour mon Les services de loisirs des PSP Communications Advisor, have a stronger influence on the mari dans le cadre de son travail, dit- célèbrent le mois des loisirs chaque Corporate Services Division, CFMWS individual CAF member’s lifestyle, elle. Nous voulons inciter nos enfants juin en attirant l’attention sur les choices and commitment to fitness à bouger et leur proposer des options nombreux avantages de participer Every Saturday morning the Dow training.” de jeu saines. Les activités récréatives à des activités récréatives. En 2019, family strap on their helmets and The Canadian Physical Activity comme le vélo et les arts martiaux le thème « À vous de jouer » indique go for a bike ride. For five-year-old Guidelines recommends at least sont bonnes pour le cardio et gardent que l’accessibilité des activités et des Kaylee and six-year-old Nathan the 60 minutes of daily physical activ- nos enfants actifs.» installations de loisirs des PSP vous fun is all in the race against dad to ity for children, and at least 150 Le programme de loisirs des Pro- permet de trouver ce dont vous avez the next corner, but for mom Kerry- minutes per week for adults. While grammes de soutien du personnel besoin, au moment voulu. Ann, it’s part of their commitment that may not sound like much, only (PSP) joue un rôle essentiel dans la «Nous aimons la grande variété to being physically active as a family. about 11 percent of children and 15 création de communautés militaires de possibilités, dit Kerry-Ann. Nous “Being fit is important, not only percent of adults currently meet actives dont les familles appuient pouvons participer à des cours, uti- to my husband’s career but to us as that standard. la mise en forme des Forces armées liser les installations ou même louer well, she says. PSP Recreation celebrates Recre- canadiennes (FAC). En ce sens, les ser- un canot pour nos activités de fin de “We want to teach the kids to move ation Month every June by drawing vices de loisirs des PSP donnent aux semaine. Les PSP sont une superbe more and we want to offer healthier attention to the many benefits of familles des militaires de nombreux ressource à avoir sur la base.» options for playtimes. Recreational participating in recreational activi- moyens de s’adonner à des activi- Visitez la page «Juin, le mois des activities like biking and martial ties. The 2019 theme, “PLAY, your tés physiques et de participer à des loisirs» du site ConnexionFAC.ca arts keep the heart pumping and our way”, highlights how PSP accessible programmes qui répondent à leurs pour en apprendre davantage sur les kids moving.” recreational activities and facilities besoins et à leurs intérêts. moyens de participer aux célébra- The Personnel Support Programs allow you to find what you need, «En favorisant davantage tions. Trouvez des événements locaux (PSP) Recreation Program plays when you need it. l’intégration des familles à l’aide et assurez-vous de vous inscrire au a key role in developing military “We love how many options there des programmes de loisirs, on influ- concours national pour courir la communities that are active and are” says Kerry-Ann. “From partici- ence grandement la capacité opéra- chance de remporter le grand prix : families that are supportive of CAF pating in classes, to using the facili- tionnelle des FAC,» explique le Dr une trousse plein air d’une valeur de members’ fitness. PSP Recreation ties, to renting a canoe so we can be Michael Spivock. «Une famille qui a 2,500$. offers military families a variety of active over the weekend. PSP is a opportunities to be physically active great resource to have on base.” and to participate in programs that Visit www.cafconnection.ca/JRM meet their needs and interests. to learn more about how you can “By reinforcing a more complete participate in June is Recreation integration of families through Month celebrations. Find local recreational programming, there events and be sure to enter the Na- is a profound impact on the CAF’s tional contest for a chance to win a operational capability,” says Dr. Grand Prize outdoor adventure pack- Michael Spivock. “A family that is age valued at $2,500.

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By Commodore Angus Topshee, the field and is consistent with the ter- as they move from ship to ship or from watch rotation allows the majority of Commander Canadian Fleet Pacific rific work done by the MARLANT and ship to ashore. If you find a healthy watchstanders an unbroken period of MARPAC Health and Wellness Teams. fitness routine that works for you, we sleep and includes dedicated windows I was surprised and honoured to be Finding your balance – while want you to be able to sustain it. for fitness and personal time for ev- appointed as the Navy’s fitness cham- there are best practices, it is up to In this edition of Trident you will eryone. While it remains more chal- pion. I have been passionate about fit- each individual to find the right bal- read about changes that are com- lenging to find a healthy sleep/rest ness throughout my career and know ance to sustain their fitness. The RCN ing in the RCN’s approach to nutri- balance when we are sailing 1 in 2, first hand that it can be hard to sus- leadership is committed to helping tion – in essence, a description of we are working to develop a crewing tain a fit and healthy lifestyle through you find and sustain that balance – how we intend to adopt and apply the model for the next generation of ships the demands of navy career. That’s at sea and alongside – through the principles of Balance and the latest that permit a better balance. why I’m so excited by the work that constant changes and challenges of a nutritional science in a new Healthy Injury prevention is nothing new has been done across the CAF and the naval career. We’ve made a lot of prog- Eating Guide. The simple truth is that to the RCN – it is already incorpo- RCN to make it easier for everyone to ress in this area but there is clearly our approach to food aboard ships and rated into the safety briefs we give find their “balance”. still a lot of work to do. in our messes is out of balance – our before every evolution and our an- The Canadian Armed Forces recent- While the work the RCN has done food is generally quite good and tasty nual general safety reviews. However, ly issued a new Physical Performance to promote physical activity over but we offer too much of it and our we can do better. We must systemati- Strategy called Balance. The strategy the past several years – improving overall approach isn’t in accordance cally review CF98s and DND 663s to takes a comprehensive approach to fitness equipment in ships, building with the Canada Food Guide and identify patterns of accidents and operational wellness that is tailored to fitness windows into flexes, embark- other nutritional science. For that introduce changes to avoid them. For meet the unique needs and demands ing PSP personnel, creating dedicated reason, we are going to make changes example, we continue to suffer inju- of life in the CAF. Balance outlines gym spaces aboard frigates, creating and those are explained in the accom- ries when doors and hatches slam four key behaviours (physical activ- the Navy Bike Ride, promoting active panying article. shut on fingers. We’ve therefore un- ity, performance nutrition, sleep/rest, commuting on bases – has been sig- Balance also highlights the impor- dertaken a review to determine if we and injury prevention) and provides nificant, there is a lot still to be done. I tance of sleep and rest. If you’ve can install dampeners on the hatches tools and information to CAF and will advocate for dedicated gym spaces sailed aboard our ships over the past and doors which are most commonly RCN leaders “to assist their people in aboard all our platforms and strive couple of years, you will have expe- associated with injuries to prevent becoming fitter, healthier, and more to ensure a minimum, common level rienced new watch rotations that are them slamming shut on fingers – operationally ready than ever before.” of equipment to permit our sailors to specifically designed to address this Balance reflects the latest research in sustain their physical fitness routines aspect of fitness. In particular, the 4A Continued on page 11

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BMO Creative Services Creative BMO Filename:19-0835 CDCB Customer Appreciation Haliax Trident Ad 5.04x6.29 Ev1.indd File last modified May 14, 2019, 12:39 PM June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 11 RCN’s new New CAF physical performance approach to a healthy lifestyle strategy aims for Balance By Peter Mallett, Balance falls in line with Canada’s The document spells out targets Continued from page 10 The Lookout Staff Defence Policy that was announced for each of the four key areas. In in June 2017 and builds on the for- its conclusion, it emphasizes the while installing a robust and effec- To invigorate the physical fitness mer Canadian Armed Forces Health importance of leaders to “develop tive dampener may be expensive, the and wellness of its members, the and Fitness Strategy policy that was a policy framework that makes cost is clearly offset by the reduction CAF have launched a new physical introduced in 2008. healthy choices easy for all person- in injuries which often result in trips performance strategy called Bal- Balance is intended to reinvigorate nel.” It also offers specific advice and ashore for medical care or, in some ance. the essential components of opera- guidance for all three branches of cases, repatriation. Injury preven- Canada’s Chief of the Defence tional readiness and lifelong well- Canada’s military (army, air force tion in fitness training encompasses Staff, Gen Jonathan Vance an- ness by focusing on four key areas: and navy) along with the Canadian proper nutrition, sleep and rest, nounced the rollout of the new physical activity, performance nutri- Special Operations Forces Command and the actual design of the fitness strategic document on April 23. It’s tion, adequate sleep, and prevention (CANSOFCOM), Military Person- training regime. PSP personnel are focused on realizing the “people first of injury. nel Command (MPC), and Canadian specifically trained in designing such and mission always goals” spelled “The strategy’s ultimate goal is Joint Operations Command (CJOC). programs and can work with you to out in Canada’s Defence Policy to ensure every military member Daryl Allard, PSP Director of Fit- plan your fitness program so that you Strong, Secure and Engaged. Gen has the support, resources and op- ness, Sports and Health Promotion, can achieve your best while remain- Vance says the aim of Balance is portunities to maintain a balanced, says its creation and the rollout was ing injury free. to promote a culture of fitness and healthy, active lifestyle that makes approximately two years in the mak- Fitness and health are both a improved physical performance them ready for Canadian Armed ing, and he acknowledges the goals personal responsibility and an op- for Canada’s approximately 68,000 Forces operational requirements,” set in the document won’t happen erational requirement. The RCN is regular force and 22,000 reserve said Gen Vance. overnight. committed to providing an environ- members. Balance was developed by the CAF “Balance is essentially a strate- ment which allows every person to “We have a collective responsibil- with support from Personnel Sup- gic document; so, now our focus find the balance that allows them ity within the Canadian Armed Forc- port Programs (PSP), creating an 82- is all about taking the next step to to achieve and sustain a healthy es to develop and sustain a strong, page guidebook available in PDF ver- operationalize this document at the lifestyle. In accordance with best healthy and fit military,” said Gen sion on the national CAF Connection national, command and local level,” practices, we will be “nudging” our Vance. “This begins with leaders website (www.cafconnection.com/ said Allard. “We are currently col- sailors to make better choices and who are fully committed to a culture balance ). It provides local command laborating with commands, local we will be ensuring opportunities for of physical fitness and wellness, and teams the necessary tools to assist leadership and PSP staff to provide maximizing our health are robust and where sailors, soldiers, and airmen and encourage military members in them the tools and support for them plentiful. Ultimately, it’s up to you but and airwomen take their wellbeing becoming fitter, healthier and more to execute based on their operational we will help you get there. seriously.” operationally ready than before. realities and priorities.”

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By Trident Staff Family Days as well, and for the sec- Of course, the daily prize draws when their ticket is drawn can claim ond year in a row, that includes live are also a highlight for Family Days a prize. The focus at DND Family Days has entertainment inside the PSP Enter- guests young and old, and as always, Many of the sponsors who help always been on the kids – with rides, tainment Tent, courtesy of sponsor the PSP Halifax Corporate Sponsor- make DND Family Days possible will games, inflatables and other activities Casino Nova Scotia. This year, Cape ship team, along with the sponsors also have booths set up through HMC to keep them happy, but organizers Breton singer songwriter Jodi Guthro themselves, have put together an Dockyard, and you can get even more from Personnel Support Programs will take the stage at 12:30 p.m. on exciting list of prizes to be won. At- chances to win prizes by visiting rep- Halifax work hard to make sure the both Friday, June 21 and Saturday, tendees who make their way to the resentatives of generous partners like weekend isn’t only about the young- June 22. Parents who need a break Entertainment Tent at 2 p.m. each Sobeys, Irving Shipbuilding, Ultra- est members of the DND community. from the excitement of the main site day, with their entry bracelet, will mar, Giant Tiger, BMO, and others. This year’s theme is “Come Out and are invited to get a drink and enjoy have a chance at winning family trips And like the prizes, many of the Play” and that includes everyone. the performance along with some food from Via Rail and Westjet, hotel stays, attractions at Family Days are popu- There’s plenty for adults to do at from the barbecues or food vendors. bicycles, and gift cards, among many lar with both young and old guests. other prizes. Make sure to be there, Anyone can have fun on a Harbour because only those inside the tent Hopper or RHIB ride through the Harbour, but remember that the Harbour Hopper rides are available only on Friday. For those who don’t experience it each day at work, tour- ing through a Halifax-class ship or Maritime Coastal Defence Vessel can also be a unique experience. Combine those attractions with the carnival- style games and mechanical and inflatable rides, face painting, cookie decorating, CBC kids characters and other activities aimed at the kids, and it’s clear that Family Days has some- thing for everyone to enjoy. The Family Days site at HMC Dockyard is open from on 12 - 6 p.m. on Friday, June 21 and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 for all members of the CAF and DND community to 169946 enjoy.

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169916 14 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 Vous pouvez contribuer à Voices of Liberation

Par Nicholas Schiavo, honorés dans les cimetières et monu- Seconde Guerre mondiale et de ses sacrifice. ». Impact Canada ments de la CWGC à travers le monde lieux de mémoire. Ces récits per- En plus de l'archive sonore, la et aujourd'hui, ces lieux de mémoire mettront de mettre en lumière ces CWGC a également lancé sa nouvelle Afin de marquer le 75e anniversaire emblématiques demeurent des lieux endroits en tant que lieux uniques de série de balados intitulée Legacy of de certaines des plus importantes ba- de pèlerinage importants pour les vé- mémoire et de créer une ressource Liberation. Cette série en six parties tailles de l'histoire, la Commonwealth térans et leurs descendants. L'archive qui représente à la fois un moment se penche sur les moments-clés du War Graves Commission (CWGC) cherche à rendre honneur à ceux de l'histoire et un hommage digne conflit de la Seconde Guerre mon- enregistre les voix de vétérans, de qui ont donné leur vie et à mettre en de ceux qui ont perdu la vie. La diale, ainsi que sur les cimetières et proches et de pèlerins dans le but lumière ces lieux de mémoire. CWGC travaille également auprès monuments historiques qui rendent de constituer une ressource sonore Le public pourra consulter l'archive d'institutions canadiennes telles que hommage à ceux qui se sont battus unique qui explique pourquoi les en ligne et découvrir de nombreux Bibliothèque et Archives Canada et la et qui ont perdu la vie. Le Dr Glyn tombes, les cimetières et les monu- enregistrements, entre récits de Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Prysor, historien, et la Dre Lucy Kel- ments de guerre de la Commission vétérans racontant comment ils ont en vue d'une éventuelle collaboration lett, experte en patrimoine, adressent sont tout aussi émouvants aujourd'hui perdu des camarades et témoignages destinée à produire du contenu cana- l'expérience unique que représente qu'au moment de leur construction. de familles en pèlerinage aux champs dien unique. la visite de ces lieux de mémoire et Des plages de la Normandie aux de bataille. Andrew Fetherston, archiviste en de deuil, jetant un regard nouveau collines du Kohima, en passant par Les enregistrements captent les chef de la Commonwealth War Graves sur ces événements qui sont deve- les montagnes du Manipur, Voices of voix de vétérans qui ont participé Commission, dit : « Nous croyons nus quasi légendaires, et examinant Liberation est un projet d'envergure à ces fameuses batailles durant la qu'en préservant ces récits du public l'héritage artistique, architectural et mondiale qui rendra honneur au sac- guerre, tels que Victor Gregg. M. canadien, nous créons une archive social de ces lieux emblématiques. rifice et à la contribution des forces Gregg a servi dans le Régiment de d'importance internationale et un Vous pouvez contribuer à Voices of du Commonwealth qui ont chèrement parachutistes et en 1944, s'est retrouvé héritage durable en hommage à ceux Liberation et écouter le balado ici: payés pour la liberté dont nous jouis- à la bataille d'Arnhem, où il a été qui ont perdu la vie pour nous per- liberation.cwgc.org sons aujourd'hui. capturé par les Allemands. Victor, qui mettre de vivre comme nous le faisons Pour plus de renseignements, Des 1,7 million de personnes hon- a maintenant 99 ans, a enregistré son aujourd'hui. Nous souhaitons que les veuillez communiquer avec : orées par la CWGC, plus de 100 000 ont récit pour l'archive. gens partagent leur connexion avec la Nicholas Schiavo, nicholas@im- perdu la vie lors de ces batailles déci- La CWGC demande maintenant au guerre et nos cimetières afin d'assurer pactcanada.com ou tel 613-233-8906. sives de 1944. Les hommes et femmes public canadien d'enregistrer leurs qu'en tant que nations du Common- militaires du Commonwealth sont histoires et leurs impressions de la wealth, nous n'avons pas oublié leur

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On May 27, the U.S. Memorial Day holiday, local Canadian Armed Forces members joined US service members to honour dead prisoners of war from the war of 1812 and all who have died while serving their country in combat. US Navy Capt Kesselring lays a rose at Deadman’s Island in commemoration of his compatriots. 169900 CPL DAVID VELDMAN, FIS HALIFAX June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 15 Canadian launch for Voices of Liberation

By Nicholas Schiavo, Impact Canada

To mark the 75th an- niversary of some of the most momentous battles in history, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) is recording the voices of veterans, relatives and pilgrims for a unique online sound resource that explains why the Commis- sion’s war graves, cemeter- ies and memorials are as poignant today as when they were first built. From the beaches of Nor- mandy to the hills of Ko- hima, to the mountains of Manipur, Voices of Libera- tion is a global project that will cover the sacrifice and contribution of Common- wealth forces who paid so high a price for the liberty we enjoy today. Of the 1.7 million people CWGC commemorates, more than 100,000 died in these pivotal battles dur- ing 1944. Commonwealth servicemen and women are commemorated in CWGC war cemeteries and memo- rials across the world and today, these iconic sites of remembrance remain places Beny-sur-Mer War Cemetery in Normandy, France. of pilgrimage for veter- SUBMITTED ans and descendants. The archive aims to pay tribute to those sible collaboration on unique Cana- You can contribute to Voices of accessible records archive. The Com- who gave their lives and shine a light dian content. Liberation and listen to the podcast mission operates in more than 23,000 upon these places of remembrance. Andrew Fetherston, Chief Ar- here: liberation.cwgc.org locations in more than 150 countries. The public will be able to explore chivist at the Commonwealth War The Commonwealth War Graves The CWGC has its Canadian office in the archive online and discover a Graves Commission, said, “We be- Commission (CWGC) commemo- Ottawa, Ontario www.cwgc.org. wealth of recordings, from firsthand lieve that by capturing these stories rates the 1.7 million Commonwealth For more information, please accounts from veterans about losing from the Canadian public we are servicemen and women who died contact Nicholas Schiavo at nicho- comrades to testimony from family creating an archive of international during the two world wars. It also [email protected] or telephone pilgrimages to the battlefields. importance and a lasting legacy for holds and updates an extensive and 613-233-8906. The recordings capture the voices those who died for our today. We of veterans who served in infamous want people to share their connec- battles during the war, such as Vic- tions to the war and our cemeteries tor Gregg. Gregg served with the to ensure that as Commonwealth Parachute Regiment and in 1944 nations we have not forgotten their found himself at the Battle of Arn- sacrifice.” hem, where he was captured by the Alongside the sound archive the Germans. Victor, now 99 years old, CWGC has launched its new pod- recorded his story to be part of the cast series Legacy of Liberation. archive. The six-part series explores the key CWGC is now calling on the Cana- moments of the Second World war dian public to record their stories conflict, and the historic cemeteries and feelings, relating to the Second and memorials which commemorate World War and its sites of remem- those who fought and died. Histo- brance. The stories will reinforce rian Dr. Glyn Prysor and heritage these sites as unique places of expert Dr. Lucy Kellett explore the memory and create a resource that unique experience of visiting these is both a moment in history and a fit- sites of memory and mourning, ting tribute to those who died. CWGC taking a fresh look at events which has also approached the Canadian have become almost legendary, and institutions such as Library and examining the artistic, architectural Archives Canada and the Canadian and social legacies of these iconic

Broadcasting Corporation about pos- places. 169912 16 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 NORAD establishes Forward Element Office at NDHQ

By NORAD PA Transport Canada and their US As these commands have a mandate holders to brief the situation. Should counterparts; maritime warning has to support the NORAD missions it be deemed appropriate, Commander North American Aerospace Defence broadened NORAD’s areas of interest – NORAD is able to utilize a vast NORAD would release a maritime Command (NORAD) has established to overlap with the Royal Canadian network of military organizations warning message to indicate the sig- a Forward Element Office at National Navy, the Canadian Coast Guard, alongside civilian security agencies to nificance of the threat. Each nation Defence Headquarters in Ottawa and Canada Border Services Agency build global maritime domain aware- could then begin to develop a whole responsible for advancing operations among others. ness (MDA). of government coordinated response and plans with NORAD equities in “The core of the NORAD maritime Building comprehensive MDA re- plan in sufficient time to address the Canada – to include maritime warn- warning mission is focused on provid- quires sharing enormous amounts of threat. ing. ing the governments of Canada and information and intelligence gathered “As NORAD’s role in Maritime In May 2006, the Canadian and U.S. the United States with early warning on numerous systems and networks Warning is not widely understood, we governments renewed the NORAD regarding any threat originating in within Canada and the United States. will be responsible to conduct stra- Agreement and added the maritime the maritime domain,” said USN Capt NORAD is in a unique position to tegic and operational coordination warning mission to the Command’s Sean Grunwell, NORAD’s Maritime identify information sharing impedi- with mission partners in the National existing missions of aerospace warn- Operations and Warning Division ments and provide recommendations Capital Region to bridge that infor- ing and aerospace control. Chief. “Our most important work is on how MDA stakeholders may over- mation gap,” said Col Michael Ward, NORAD’s maritime warning mis- to review operational and intelligence come information gaps and seams. Director NORAD Forward Element sion consists of processing, assessing, information to facilitate information As a hypothetical example, if a Office (Ottawa). and disseminating intelligence and sharing among numerous Canadian Canadian or American combatant Col Ward and his team are looking information related to the respective and U.S. defense and government command received intelligence that forward to meeting with Royal Cana- maritime areas, internal waterways, agencies.” there may be a transport ship crewed dian Navy, Canadian Coast Guard, and approaches to the United States NORAD is an enduring bi-national with persons of interest who are Customs Border Patrol and many and Canada. military partnership with a global suspected to pose a security risk to others with an interest in develop- While NORAD’s traditional Ca- area of responsibility that coordi- Canada or the United States, NORAD ing maritime domain awareness in nadian mission partners have been nates with Canadian and U.S. com- would bring together all defence and order to facilitate relationships with the Royal Canadian Air Force and batant commands around the world. other government department stake- NORAD headquarters leadership.

Le NORAD a établi le Bureau de l’élément avancé au QGDN

Par NORAD AP les domaines d’intérêt du NORAD de en mesure d’utiliser un vaste réseau pour les informer de la situation. manière à chevaucher, entre autres, d’organisations militaires aux côtés S’il le jugeait approprié, le com- Le Commandement de la défense la Marine royale canadienne, la d’organismes de sécurité civile pour mandant du NORAD diffuserait un aérospatiale de l’Amérique du Nord Garde côtière canadienne et l’Agence accroître la connaissance globale de message d’avertissement maritime (NORAD) a établi le Bureau de des services frontaliers du Canada. la situation dans le secteur maritime pour indiquer l’importance de la l’élément avancé au Quartier général « La mission d’alerte maritime (CSSM). menace. Chaque pays pourrait de la Défense nationale, à Ottawa, du NORAD vise essentiellement L’élaboration d’une CSSM com- alors commencer à élaborer un plan chargé de faire avancer les opéra- à fournir aux gouvernements du plète exige le partage d’énormes d’intervention pangouvernemental tions et les plans avec les capitaux Canada et des États-Unis une alerte quantités d’information et de rensei- coordonné suffisamment à l’avance propres du NORAD au Canada, y rapide concernant toute menace gnements recueillis sur de nombreux pour faire face à la menace. compris les avertissements mari- provenant du domaine maritime », a systèmes et réseaux au Canada et « Comme le rôle du NORAD en times. déclaré le Capv Sean Grunwell, chef aux États-Unis. Le NORAD est dans matière d’alerte maritime n’est pas En mai 2006, les gouvernements du de la Division des opérations mari- une position unique pour identi- bien compris, nous serons respon- Canada et des États-Unis ont renou- times et de l’alerte du NORAD de la fier les obstacles au partage de sables de la coordination stratégique velé l’Accord de NORAD et ajouté la Marine américaine. « Notre travail l’information et fournir des recom- et opérationnelle avec les parte- mission d’alerte maritime aux mis- le plus important consiste à exam- mandations sur la façon dont les naires de mission dans la région de sions existantes d’alerte et de con- iner l’information opérationnelle et intervenants de la CSSM peuvent la capitale nationale pour combler trôle aérospatial du Commandement. les renseignements afin de faciliter surmonter les lacunes et les écarts ce manque d’information », a déclaré La mission d’alerte maritime du l’échange d’information entre de d’information. le Colonel Michael Ward, directeur NORAD consiste à traiter, évaluer nombreux organismes gouverne- À titre d’exemple hypothétique, du Bureau de l’élément avancé du et diffuser des renseignements et mentaux et de défense canadiens et si un commandement de combat NORAD (Ottawa). de l’information sur les zones mari- américains. » canadien ou américain recevait Le Col Ward et son équipe ont hâte times, les voies navigables intéri- Le NORAD est un partenariat des renseignements indiquant de rencontrer des représentants de eures et les approches respectives militaire binational durable avec qu’il pourrait y avoir un navire de la Marine royale canadienne, de la des États-Unis et du Canada. une zone de responsabilité mondiale transport dont l’équipage serait Garde côtière canadienne, de la Pa- Bien que les partenaires tradition- qui assure la coordination avec les composé de personnes d’intérêt trouille frontalière des douanes ainsi nels de la mission canadienne du commandements de combattants ca- soupçonnées de présenter un risque que bien d’autres personnes qui NORAD aient été l’Aviation royale nadiens et américains partout dans pour la sécurité du Canada ou des s’intéressent à la sensibilisation au du Canada, Transports Canada et le monde. Puisque ces commande- États-Unis, le NORAD réunirait domaine maritime afin de faciliter leurs homologues américains, les ments ont pour mandat d’appuyer les tous les intervenants de la défense les relations avec les dirigeants du avertissements maritimes ont élargi missions du NORAD, le NORAD est et des autres ministères fédéraux quartier général du NORAD. June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 17 CAF conclude Op ARTEMIS

By Lt(N) Linda Coleman, region, further de-stabilizing regional under the Pakistani-led CTF 150, the environment. They provide CTF 150 Public Affairs Officer countries. The mission also ensures successes continued with three more coalition forces face-to-face interac- that the legitimate global trade that illegal narcotic seizures. In total, tion with local fishermen and valu- The seas are unbelievably calm at Canada and the world depend on for Regina seized and destroyed 9,155 kg able information on patterns of life this time of year in the Arabian Sea their respective economies can pro- of illegal narcotics, worth just over within the region, further supporting along the Hash Highway, a historical ceed without threat of terrorism and $4.7 million (USD) regional wholesale coalition goals of security and stabil- shipping route through the Indian illegal activities. value. ity in the Middle East, and ensuring Ocean that’s been known for smug- HMCS Regina, along with its em- “I’m extremely proud of the hard the free flow of legitimate trade and gling for centuries. barked Cyclone helicopter, Naval Tac- work and professionalism dem- commerce. This is where HMCS Regina and tical Operations Group (NTOG), NRU onstrated by all Canadian Armed Op ARTEMIS also provided Regina Naval Replenishment Unit (NRU) Asterix, and a CP-140 Aurora aircraft Forces units and members working with valuable training opportuni- Asterix have been operating for the joined CTF 150 at the end of March. together in the region during Op- ties with naval partners. On April past two months as part of Op ARTE- At the time, it was the CAF’s third eration ARTEMIS,” said Cdr Jake 23, Regina conducted a cooperative MIS, the CAF’s ongoing contribution largest operation, next to Op IMPACT French, Commanding Officer Regina deployment with Task Force (TF) 473, to counter-terrorism and maritime and Op REASSURANCE, significant- and Op ARTEMIS Task Force Com- a Carrier Strike Group with nuclear- security operations in the Middle ly increasing the CAF footprint in the mander. “As a team, we contributed powered French Navy aircraft carrier East and East African waters. Middle East and East Africa region. to maritime security in the region by Charles de Gaulle. The cooperation The aim of the operation is to work For the first two weeks of Op ARTE- disrupting the use of the high seas included an Air Defence exercise and with Combined Task Force (CTF MIS, the CAF assets were operating as a passageway for illicit activi- helicopter deck evolutions with the 150), a Task Force under Combined under the command of a Canada-led ties that’s used to fund terrorist and goal of enhancing interoperability Maritime Forces (CMF) that works CTF 150 Task Force, supported by the criminal networks, while supporting and improving communications. to deter and deny terrorist organiza- Royal Australian Navy. The mission the free-flow of international trade NRU Asterix also saw a significant tions any benefits from employing the started off with a drug bust early on and commerce in some of the world’s amount of interoperability by con- high seas for smuggling illicit cargo when on April 7, 2019, Regina seized busiest waterways. That’s $4.7 mil- ducting Replenishments at Sea (RAS) including narcotics, UN embargoed and destroyed 2,569 kg of hashish. lion dollars that will not be making it with the French, Dutch, and Spanish, weapons, and Somalian charcoal. On April 11, Canada handed over into the hands of those wanting to do demonstrating Asterix’ abilities to Profits from drug trafficking in the command of CTF 150 to Pakistan, harm around the world.” support our partners and allies. region are a known source of funding completing Canada’s fourth com- Throughout the two-month opera- “Overall, this was an excellent for terrorists and criminal networks. mand of this multinational counter- tion, the embarked NTOG team con- Op ARTEMIS, providing our CAF This represents a common threat to terrorism Task Force. ducted a total of 10 boardings, provid- members with valuable training and the security and prosperity of the As Regina continued operating ing them with valuable experience in experience,” added Cdr French. “This the region. knowledge will ensure that when we “The RCN has a proud history of return to the Middle East, we under- conducting Maritime Interdiction stand the region, its challenges, and Operations, Canadians should feel how our partners and allies operate very proud of the effect delivered by regionally, so we can continue to be a NTOG and HMCS Regina,” said Jacob strong ally prepared to continue the Orca class operates Kilawee, NTOG Officer in Charge. CTF 150 mission.” “Each one of our operators under- Canada is a member of CMF and stand that when we are conducting has been contributing to CTF 150 these boardings that we are repre- through RCN warships, RCAF mari- with the Cyclone senting Canada and her interests, time surveillance, and staff to oper- even when dealing with drug smug- ate at CMF Headquarters since the glers. The lessons learned during beginning of the partnership in 2001. for the first time these boardings will be captured As Regina and Asterix sail east out and actioned to ensure that the RCN of the Middle East, they will resume is only more effective and prepared Op PROJECTION, working with part- when conducting Maritime Interdic- ner navies and conducting key leader By Lt(N) Evan Park, “Proving the concept opens the tion Operations.” engagements to enhance military Naval Fleet School (Pacific) door to future transfers of provi- Some of these boardings were cooperation and partnerships in sup- sions or personnel while underway, also approach and assist visits – an port of Canada’s diplomatic efforts in On a clear, sunny April afternoon increasing flexibility in routine element of maritime security opera- the Asia-Pacific region. The ships re- in Constance Bank, four Patrol Craft operations and/or during emergency tions that help generate support and turn to their homeport of Esquimalt, Training (PCT) Orcas operated with a response situations” said LCdr Erik awareness amongst vessels in the BC in August 2019 after a six-month CH-148 Cyclone Helicopter (call sign Poirier, Officer in Charge of PCT region to ensure a secure maritime long deployment. Stinger 20) for the first time. Wolf. The vessels were at sea in support Athabaskan NWO IV Charge of the Athabaskan Naval Warfare Of- students, in their last training phase ficer IV Charge phase. before joining the fleet, had a unique The Cyclone, a much more power- opportunity to work with the new ful aircraft than the Sea King, cre- airframe. ated significant downwash, so it was “Working with the Cyclone this important to determine the effects on week was a rare opportunity for the Orca class and to practice counter- myself and my fellow students,” ing such effects. said A/SLt Liam Moors. “We did Once interoperability was proven, not expect to work with it until we the aircraft pilot and the officers in reached the fleet, let alone be a part charge of PCT Wolf, Raven and Griz- of the first operation ever between zly exercised personnel transfers the two platforms. It was a great between the two platforms. experience.”

169920 18 TRIDENT News June 17, 2019 Survivor shares memories of horrific HMCSKootenay explosion

By Peter Mallett, was only seconds, but it seemed like The Lookout Staff Writer an eternity,” said Kennedy. “The only thing going through my mind was a As the 50th anniversary of the fire feeling of sadness that I was going to and explosion in HMCS Kootenay die and not be able to see my wife or approaches this fall, one of its survi- three-month-old infant son.” vors has finally been honoured with After the explosion the danger was a Wound Stripe, a distinction worn not over for the Kootenay. The un- on the sleeve of military members manned turbines were still receiving wounded in action prior to 2001. steam from the boiler and the ship Cdr (ret’d) Al Kennedy, 77, received was charging ahead at full speed. The the honour from Commodore Angus wheelhouse had filled with smoke and Topshee, Commander Canadian Fleet had to be abandoned, which left no Pacific, on Tuesday May 14 at a cer- one at the controls. emony in D100, CFB Esquimalt. Eventually, fire-fighting help and The Victoria resident was the supplies arrived with the assistance Engineering Officer in Kootenay on from HMCS Saguenay and a Sea the morning of October 23, 1969. Just King helicopter. An emergency helm after 8 a.m. there was an explosion station was established to override in the ship’s engine room that killed the ship’s controls and shut off the nine people, including seven of the 10 engine. men in Kennedy’s engine room team. Kennedy suffered severe burns to The tragedy is considered the Royal approximately 30 per cent of his body, Canadian Navy’s worst peacetime and smoke inhalation. Much of his accident, so it was with a heavy heart clothing and hair had been burned and tears that Kennedy addressed away and he suffered soft tissue, those at the ceremony. tendon and muscle injuries; later he “I cannot forget the nine men who suffered chronic pain syndrome and lost their lives that day, and of course post-traumatic stress disorder. He was their families, wives, children, par- evacuated by helicopter to HMCS Bo- ents and friends who were bereft,” naventure and then to a burn hospital said Kennedy. “It was a terrible expe- in England for two months of treat- rience for everyone, and I survived, ment. He then returned to Canada but not a day goes by when I don’t for 18 months of extensive surgical think about it.” treatment. The Wound Stripe Kennedy received is the forerunner of the present-day A Way Forward Sacrifice Medal created in 2001 to In the months following the explo- recognize members of the CAF, a sion, a board of inquiry determined member of an allied force, or a Cana- that insert bearing shells in the dian civilian under the authority of starboard gearbox had been installed the Canadian Forces who died or was backward, thus disrupting the flow of wounded under honorable circum- lubricating oil causing an overheating stances as a direct result of hostile of the bearing and the ignition of the action. lubrication oil. Before presenting him with this The ship was repaired but wouldn’t honour and a ceremonial plaque, return to service until January of Cmdre Topshee congratulated Ken- 1972, when it was relocated to Esqui- nedy for his strength and character in malt. the incident. He then apologized that Kennedy says that although the it had taken so long for him to be rec- Cmdre Angus Topshee presents the Wounds Stripe to Cdr (ret’d) Al Kennedy. explosion was a horrific experience ognized by the Royal Canadian Navy. SUBMITTED “some good things came out of the “I am overwhelmed by the horrific tragedy” such as changes to equip- experience you and other Kootenay ensued and caused a fireball that LS Thomas Gordon (fire and bilge ment and engine room procedures, crewmembers had,” said Cmdre raced through the engine room, up its pump); LS Gary Wayne Hutton (tor- changes to fire fighting and damage Topshee. “Your story is one that I hatches and onto the main passage- sion meter readings); and, AB Michael control equipment, and improved had heard as a member of the junior way in the ship. Allen Hardy (main engine tempera- training. ranks, and it is unbelievable that you Kennedy, PO1 John MacKinnon ture readings). PO Lewis John String- Kennedy eventually returned to his managed to leave the engine room and (starboard throttle), and AB Allan er and OS Nelson Murray Galloway duties and went on to have a 33-year somehow make it up on to the bridge.” ‘Dinger’ Bell (main engine room were also among the dead. career in the navy before his retire- temperature readings) were the only ment in 1992. He and his wife Barbara The Explosion ones in the engine room who survived Alerting the Crew went on to raise a family that includes Kootenay was part of a nine-vessel but were all severely injured in the Kennedy and his two surviving three children and three grandchil- Canadian Task Group that was exer- ordeal. engine roommates climbed up the dren. cising in waters south of Plymouth, Those who died in the engine room engine room ladder and out the front Earlier this year, on Feb. 8 in Hali- England when the order was given were: hatch. He recalls how the smoke fax, AB (ret’d) Bell was awarded the to the engine room for Full-Ahead CPO1 Vaino ’Ski’ Partanen (Chief in the engine room was so thick he Wound Stripe by VAdm Ron Lloyd, (throttle) for both engines. Engine Room Officer Artificer); CPO2 couldn’t see his own feet on the ladder, Commander Royal Canadian Navy. As the ship’s steam power plant William Alfred ‘Billy’ Boudreau (En- which made for difficult footing. His A third shipmate who escaped the reached maximum revolutions of gine Room Chief); PO1 Eric George hands were so badly burned it was engine room fire alive, John MacKin- 5,750 RPMs, a mechanical flaw in the Harman (port throttle); LS Pierre difficult to climb the ladder and open non, died in 2008. He did not receive gearbox quickly overheated it to a ‘Pete’ Bourrett (recording at the con- the hatch. the Wound Stripe because it is not temperature of 650 F. An explosion sole); “The time it took to go up the ladder awarded posthumously. June 17, 2019 TRIDENT News 19 The art of chainsaw carving

By SLt M.X. Déry, MARPAC Public Affairs Office

Wood chips fly in all directions as LS Scott Ferron grips his chain saw and taps a block of red cedar. With each cut from the rotating teeth an eagle takes form. His emerging sculpture is practice for the Campbell River Shoreline Art Competition. “Being able to take a power tool with that much power and make a work of art is something that intrigued me,” said LS Ferron, a Marine Technician in HMCS Victoria. Prior to joining the Navy in 2010, he worked in forestry and discovered this unique art form when he witnessed a competition. “It was the first time I saw someone carve a work of art with a chainsaw,” he said. “I found a new use for that power tool.” Under the mentorship of Chris Foltz and Bob King, two award-winning carvers, LS Ferron learned this craft. LS Ferron is revving up for the com- petition in June, which means making sure the chain saws are in working order and practicing on multiple can- vases or logs. But raw material can get LS Scott Feron used a chainsaw to carve works of art out of wood. expensive. SUBMITTED To save money, he looks for free ma- terial such as deadfall. But he must be The practice pieces don’t compare to being strong.” going to feel it.” mindful of rot, nails, or anything that the massive lumber he’ll carve dur- He’ll start carving with his largest Once he’s roughed out his design, would destroy his tools. ing the four-day competition; a typical saw with the biggest blades to make he’ll turn to smaller chainsaws to Luckily British Columbia has plenty piece is eight feet tall and four feet in sure he gets a fast start, not only for carve the details. of red cedar, which is rot resistant and diameter. Competitors are given about time but for fatigue. Dremels, die grinders, torches, belt a softwood, making carving easier. He 40 hours to carve their submissions. “You want to make sure that you sanders and a host more power tools managed to acquire a fair amount of Plus, they do a quick carve that is auc- aren’t wrestling this behemoth with can be used to finish the carving, wood from a local resident who was tioned off at the end of the event a 30-inch bar for an hour. At 100ccs, while simultaneously cleaning off the willing to part with it if he carved a “It requires a lot of stamina,” said it is heavy and there is very little sawdust and bar oil from the sculp- dog for her. LS Ferron. “Staying fit is helpful, as is in the way of anti-vibration. You’re ture.

MARLANT and the Memorial Cup 2019

RAdm Craig Baines, Commander JTFA and MARLANT, participates in the ceremo- nial puck drop during the Canadian Hockey League Memorial Cup Championship game between Halifax Mooseheads and Rouyn-Noranda Huskies on May 26, 2019 at ScotiaBank Centre Halifax. Left to right: Huskies captain Rafaël Harvey-Pinard, RAdm Craig Baines, former Halifax Mooseheads player Nathan MacKinnon, now with the NHL’s Colorado Avalanche, Sean O’Regan, O’Regan’s Kia and Mooseheads captain Isaac Ratcliffe. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA

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What’s the score with local sports in your community? Send write-ups, photos, and results to Sports [email protected] Hockey icon shares stories at Sports Recognition Breakfast

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

The Stanley Cup is the ultimate prize for professional hockey play- ers, and part of the reward for those who capture the elusive trophy is getting to show it off back home, like Sidney Crosby has done in recent years in Cole Harbour and Halifax. It wasn’t always this way though. After winning the cup for the fourth time in 1978, Montreal Canadiens legend Guy Lafleur had to run away with it unannounced in order to bring it to his hometown of Thurso, Quebec. It’s a story that involves stealing a car, a night of partying, and some very angry team managers and PR men, but it was worth it in the end, Lafleur told a crowd at CFB Halifax on May 22. “I’m happy I did it. That’s really what got the NHL to allow players to PSP Halifax’s Wally Buckoski, right, take the cup for a day, to bring it to presents hockey legend Guy Lafleur with their hometowns for people to see. I Base Commander Capt(N) David Mazur presents the COTF banner for 2019 to HMCS No.10 RCAF hockey jersey at the CFB woke them up to that.” Halifax, one of many annual awards handed out at the Sports Recognition Breakfast. Halifax Sports Recognition Breakfast on It was just one of the many stories CPL DAVID VELDMAN, FIS May 22. the hockey superstar shared as the CPL DAVID VELDMAN, FIS guest speaker at the 17th Annual “I know there’s a lot of sacrifice military sports by members of the CFB Halifax Sports Recognition that goes into this work, I’m glad I’ve Formation. Along with the major - MARLANT Team of the Year – CFB Breakfast, which was held inside been able to learn about it, and I lift awards, recognition was also given to Halifax Men’s slo-pitch the Chiefs and POs Mess at Juno my hat to all of them.” the many volunteers and unit sports - Rob Sneath Memorial Award – Tower. Lafleur shared the stage with Lafleur and Rainnie also got into representatives in attendance, to all MWO Kenneth Penney, for his veteran sports broadcaster and Nova the weeds about No.10’s legendary of the CAF Sports Hall of Fame or dedication to military sports and Scotia Sports Hall of Fame President career, from the early years and his Sports Honour Roll members, and to recreation through hockey pro- and CEO Bruce Rainnie for a wide- Memorial Cup win in 1971 with the all MARLANT sports teams who won grams. ranging question and answer session Quebec Remparts, through to his medals at the Regional or National - Alexander Keith’s Award for For- that covered topics spanning his Stanley Cup years in Montreal and level in the past year. mation Team of the Year – Forma- 17-year NHL career, five Stanley Cup his eventual comeback with the The following is a full list of tion Halifax Women’s Soccer Team wins, and beyond. Rangers and Nordiques. He talked awards: - Admiral Jones Shield Winner – He also spoke about his admiration about the most difficult goalies he - Cock of the Walk (COTW) – Campus MCpl Kent Thistle, for his involve- for the men and women of the CAF, played against (Bernie Parent and Atlantic ment in multiple unit sports and and how he’s become more familiar Gerry Cheevers) the best team he - Cock of the Fleet (COTF) – HMCS the Nijmegen marches. with Canada’s military since tak- ever played with (the 76-77 Cana- Halifax The MARLANT Environmental ing on Honorary Colonel appoint- diens) and his thoughts of the top - Wing Cup – Fleet Diving Unit (At- award winners will move on to be ments, first with 12 Radar Squadron players in today’s NHL, among other lantic) considered for the RCN and overall in Bagotville from 2005 to 2008, and topics. - Mini Grey Cup – 2018 Champions CAF awards at the 2019 CAF Sports again as HCol for 3 Wing Bagotville He also stuck around for photos Fleet Club Slackers Awards Ceremony later this year. since 2013. That first appointment and autographs with hockey fans - Excellence in Health Promotion Organizers also wished to thank brought him to Afghanistan, where and CAF members, and was present- Award - Campus Atlantic the many sponsors that made the he played ball hockey with deployed ed with a special No.10 RCAF hockey - MARLANT Official of the Year – Sports Recognition Breakfast pos- members in Kabul and even suited jersey by PSP’s Wally Buckoski. PO1 Allan Rendell (volleyball) sible and provided great draw prizes up for a patrol in a LAV, which he “He was the best in the world, he’s - MARLANT Coach of the Year – for attendees, including Alexander described as an eye-opening experi- a great guy who thinks the world of CPO2 Bradley Browne (combat Keiths, Ultra Electronics, Lasik MD, ence. our military members, and we were shooting) VIA Rail, Canadian Springs, Halifax “It was a great experience and very lucky to have him here,” Buckoski - MARLANT Male Athlete of the Mooseheads, CANEX, The Personal, exciting, but it also made me realize said. Year – MS Shawn Peverill (hockey Source Atlantic, Nova Scotia Crystal, how lucky we are in Canada, to have Of course, the annual ceremony and slo-pitch) Atlantic Hotel, Print 101, Subway, people who are doing their best to is also an occasion to recognize the - MARLANT Female Athlete of the SISIP, Q104, Babcock, Engel & Volk- keep our country peaceful,” he said. hard work and dedication toward Year – Capt Kim O’Rourke (soccer) ers, Westjet, and more. June 17, 2019 TRIDENT Sports 21 Using exercise as Fitness and medicine: PO2 Nancy Ervin sports updates By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff By Trident Staff mation please contact Lucas Hardie at PO2 Nancy Ervin is a Naval Com- 902-427-6335 or email Lucas.Hardie@ municator who has always led an The Formation Mariners Female forces.gc.ca active lifestyle, but in recent years, Softball Team is seeking new players The FORCE Rewards Program injuries accumulated through her this summer. All skill levels welcome. is designed to recognize CAF per- career have begun to slow her down. No experience required. Practices sonnel who achieve high levels of Chronic neck and back pain from will take place at the Windsor Park health-related fitness and operational years at sea, along with knee injuries Field on Tuesdays from 2:30-4p.m., readiness on their FORCE Fitness and other ailments, led to her being and Shearwater Field on Thursdays Profile, as part of their annual able to do less and less when it came from 3-4 p.m. Don’t be deterred by the FORCE Evaluation. In line with the time for exercise. practice times; it is fully understood CAF objective of maintaining high “It’s just a lot of wear and tear on that people are busy in their jobs, and levels of health-related fitness and my body, and that has had a big im- cannot always get away. If you have operational readiness, this program is pact on mental health as well. Exer- any interest in playing, or have any being implemented to motivate CAF cise is very important to me, and If questions with regards to the team, personnel to pursue physical activity I’m not moving, I’m not going to feel please contact LCdr Cindy Hawkins while recognizing those who achieve good,” she said. at [email protected]; or excellence. FORCE Program location: “You get worried about not being PO2 Nancy Ervin works out on the ellip- PO2 Shaunda Lillington at Shaunda. Fleet Gym location, D216, Mondays, able to do certain things, you feel like tical machine at the PSP Reconditioning [email protected]. 10 a.m. and Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. HMCS you’re letting people down, and for gym at Stadacona. Coach and players needed for the Scotian location: Fridays, 10 a.m. and me, that led to depression.” RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF 12 Wing Ball Hockey team. Prac- 1:30 p.m. Rather than continuing to struggle tices are Mondays and Wednesdays, Has competing a triathlon been through painful PT sessions, PO2 better quality of life. For people who 2:30-4 p.m. Regionals will be June 25- on your bucket list? Don’t know Ervin recently made a change that’s have always been active, getting 28, hosted by Gagetown. If interested where to start? Join the Navy Tri- allowing her to get moving again, injured and not being able to have the in coaching please contact Ashley dents Triathlon Club. Membership is following a doctor’s recommendation same lifestyle can be a big shock,” Stewart ASAP at Ashley.stewart2@ $50 for military members and their to begin rehab with the PSP Recon- Willigar said. forces.gc.ca Coach and players needed families, $60 for DND employees and ditioning program and PSP Halifax’s PO2 Ervin is nearing the end of her for 12 WING slo-pitch team. Practices their families, and $65 for civilian team of Physical Exercise Specialists. military career, but said putting the are Tuesdays from 2-4 p.m. and Thurs- friends. Contact club president Lt(N) She said getting a structured routine focus back on her physical and mental days from 1-3 p.m. Regionals will be in Sam Kehler at samuel.kehler@forces. with professional advice on how to ex- health has her back on a positive path. July, hosted by Halifax. If interested gc.ca or search Navy Tridents Triath- ercise safely has been a huge help, and “It’s helped immensely with my in coaching, please contact Ashley lon Club on Facebook. though it’s only been about a month, mood, and it’s nice to have people re- Stewart ASAP at Ashley.stewart2@ Intersection/Drop-In Pickleball. the added workouts are already ally helping me reach my goals to lose forces.gc.ca Come and learn a fun new sport. making a difference in terms of her weight, get healthy and strengthen The CFB Halifax Walk takes Shearwater Gym, Mondays and mental health. Having the exercise muscles that I’ve neglected.” place at 10:30 a.m. Next walk is on Wednesdays 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. For more prescribed by her doctor, allowing for The PSP Reconditioning program is Thursday, June 27. Both military information please contact Sgt Rick flexibility with work, has also been a a fitness program designed to meet the and civilian members are welcome to Austin, 720-1711 or rick.austin@ benefit. demands of serving CAF members that participate. The group will convene forces.gc.ca “The difference in how I’m feeling are dealing with injury and illness. For at the STAD gardens in front of S-90 12 Wing Shearwater drop-in bas- is huge. I’m glad to be active again,” more information, speak to your doctor for a PSP led warm-up. The walk will ketball is available Wednesdays from she said. or contact PSP Reconditioning Man- take approx. 30 minutes and be ap- 6-8 p.m. For more information please PSP Reconditioning Manager Keri- ager Kerianne Willigar at 902-402-4890 prox. 2.5-3km, heading towards Fort contact: Cpl Gagnon at 902-720-3214 or anne Willigar said her and her team or [email protected]. Needham and back. For more infor- [email protected] focus on helping members exercise safely while dealing with injury or illness, but the benefits go beyond the physical. Learning to overcome injuries, or getting back into exercise after a sedentary period, can boost Trivia about sports trophies self worth, confidence and overall mental wellbeing for anyone. “They’re trying to get back to a By Stephen Stone 9. Harley J. Earl Trophy 16. Mann Cup (BTW – it really is made 10. Borg-Warner Trophy of solid gold) Trophies are awarded to the win- 11. The Green Jacket – this is your gimme 17. Gunn Baldursson Memorial Trophy ners of all sports, be they professional 12. Memorial Cup 18. Woodlawn Vase or amateur. I will give you the trophy. 13. Vanier Cup 19. Grey Cup Your task is to name the sport and 14. Larry O’Brien Trophy 20. Vince Lombardy Trophy the current holder of said trophy. The 15. Webb Ellis Cup Answers on page 22 answers will be as of May 26, 2019. 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By Ryan Melanson, die said the goal is to help CAF mem- Trident Staff bers get more comfortable in the gym with safe, efficient workouts, and that PSP Fitness and Sports staff have results have been positive so far. a unique challenge in offering fitness “We have members who are telling programs tailored toward CAF mem- us they can finally go work out in the bers. Classes need to be focused on the weight room by themselves, because operational demands that come with a of what they’ve learned with barbell military career, while also being acces- movements on the gym floor. That’s sible to clients along different levels of exactly what we want,” he said. fitness and training expertise. But the program isn’t only for begin- That’s part of the idea behind the ners; PSP staff are highly trained and Tactical Athlete program, a new initia- can offer expertise to veteran gym go- tive at the Fleet Fitness and Sports ers as well. Maj Rod Doucet said he was Centre. It started as a six-week trial humbled by the focus on application of earlier this year, and has grown into an proper weightlifting technique when ongoing program that’s getting great he started attending, and the classes feedback from participants. have led to the correction of bad habits Tactical Athlete classes are cur- he’s had through years of training. rently offered three times a week over “It’s been humbling, but it has re- the lunch hour, with strength-focused Participants practice deadlifts during a Tactical Athlete Strength class at the Fleet sulted in significant gains,” he said. sessions on Monday and Thursday and Fitness and Sports Centre. “One of the best features of this a conditioning class on Wednesday. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF program is also that all the exercise Conditioning includes instruction in routines are planned out for you – all rowing, kettlebells, and other exercises barbell in my life,” said LCdr Jennifer proper techniques in a setting that can you have to do is show up and commit to help members put together a well- McGean, who’s been attending regular- be otherwise intimidating. She expects to sweat.” rounded workout, while the Tactical ly at the Fleet gym since the program that learning to train more efficiently Classes start at 12:10 p.m. on Monday, Athlete Strength class brings the began. will pay off when performing physical Wednesday and Thursday at the Fleet barbells and squat racks out to help Instructors can adapt the exercises tasks at work or during FORCE Test- gym, and though the program runs in members get comfortable with weight and give individual instruction for ing. six-week cycles, members can feel free training. different experience levels or for those “I’ve noticed a marked improvement to drop in any day. PSP staff hope to “The strength component has been recovering from injury, and LCdr in my own abilities and comfort level,” begin also offering the Tactical Athlete particularly beneficial. Prior to attend- McGean said this allowed her to get she said. program at 12 Wing Shearwater later ing this course, I had never lifted a the most out of the classes and learn PSP Fitness Coordinator Lucas Har- this year.

Trivia about sports trophies

Questions on page 21 500 – Denny Hamlin Answers 10. Formula Racing – Indianapolis 500 – 1. Formally The Open but often referred Simon Pagenaud to as The British Open – Francesco 11. Golf – The Masters – Tiger Woods Molinari 12. Hockey – Major Junior – Rouyn- 2. International Yacht Sailing – Oracle Noranda Huskies Team USA 13. Canadian University Football – Laval 3. Cricket – a challenge match between 14. Basketball – NBA – Champion – England and Australia. Australia cur- Golden State Warriors rently hold the Ashes. 15. Rugby – Rugby World Cup – New 4. Football (soccer) – France. Since Zealand All Blacks 1970s it is known as The World Cup 16. Lacrosse – Specifically Box Lacrosse 5. Golf – PGA Championship – Brooks – Peterborough Lakers Koepka 17. University Women’s soccer – Univer- 6. Cycling – The Tour de France – Ger- sity of Ottawa GeeGees aint Thomas 18. Horse racing – given to the winner of 7. Baseball- World Series Champion – the Preakness Stakes – War of Will Boston Red Sox 19. Canadian Football League Champion- 8. Basketball – NBA -MVP – James ship – Calgary Stampeders Harden (Houston) 20. NFL Football – Super Bowl winner – 9. NASCAR – Winner of the Daytona New England Patriots.

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Navy Bike Ride 2019

On Friday, May 31, CAF members and their families participated in the 2019 Navy Bike Ride Halifax Shadow Ride starting at 12 Wing Shearwater, following the Shear- water Flyer Trail for six, 15 and 30 kilometer routes which included the transiting the Salt Marsh Trail.

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