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HMCS Harry DeWolf personnel enjoy the PSP Health Promotion photo booth while taking part in the mental health conversation on Bell Let’s Talk Day, January 29. From left: AB Luc Gillis, LS Raymond Kwan, and LS Daniel Bremner, all of HMCS Harry DeWolf. SYDNEY MACLEOD, CFB HALIFAX PA INTERN

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On Friday January 24, HMCS Hali- fax returned from a six-month deploy- HMCS Halifax comes alongside. ment as the flagship for Standing MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA NATO Maritime Group Two, focusing on maritime security and deterrence measures in the Mediterranean and southern Europe, exemplifying the strength of allied solidarity on Op REASSURANCE. Friends, family, and senior members of RCN Command were on hand to welcome the ship and its crew.

LS Ritchot reunites with her dog after a six-month absence. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA

From left: Upon arrival, AB Johnathan Ouellette and AB William Lacasse reunite with their partners. MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA Despite the cold weather, the jetty was crowded with family and friends of the returning sailors. MONA GHIZ, MAR- LANT PA

A cadet stands ready to welcome HMCS Halifax as the ship returned to its homeport of Halifax, NS after completing From left: The Honourable Arthur LeBlanc, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, a 6-month deploy- RAdm Craig Baines, Commander JTFA and MARLANT, and VAdm Art McDonald, ment. Commander Royal Canadian Navy, were among those present on the jetty to welcome MONA GHIZ, MAR- home the ship and its crew. LANT PA MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 3 HMCS Fredericton latest ship to deploy to Op REASSURANCE

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff HMCS Fredericton sails away from the Jetty along with its embarked CH-148 The next chapter in the Royal Cana- Cyclone Helicopter on the morning of dian Navy’s ongoing commitment to January 20. Operation REASSURANCE got start- MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA ed on January 20 at HMC Dockyard, with HMCS Fredericton departing Halifax for a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean. Fredericton’s deployment marks (BELOW) Commanding Officer Cdr Blair the 13th time a Canadian vessel has Brown speaks to colleagues and family sailed to the region since the RCN members on the Jetty prior to HMCS began supporting the mission in Fredericton’s departure on January 20. 2014. The ship and its crew will join MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2), which is in place to rein- force NATO’s collective defence and assure Central and Eastern European allies of their security and stability support to deployed sailors, taking on in the face of Russian aggression and extra burdens to allow them to focus other regional threats. on the tasks at sea rather than wor- Family, friends and colleagues rying about day-to-day troubles back gathered at Jetty NB in the morn- home. ing to say goodbye to crew members “The love and support of all the and see the ship off, with dignitaries family members gathered here today including local MPs and The Honour- is incredibly important. I want to able Arthur J. LeBlanc, Lieutenant give a personal thank-you to each and Governor of Nova Scotia, along with every one of them,” said Cdr Blair Her Honour Mrs. Patsy LeBlanc, also Brown, Fredericton’s Commanding in attendance. Officer. Cmdre Richard Feltham, the Com- “There’s a lot of excitement on mander of Canadian Fleet Atlantic, board, and we know we’ll face chal- expressed pride in both the ship’s lenges that are lying ahead, but we crew, who have had a long road of have a fantastic crew and it’s an hon- training and readiness work-ups to our and a privilege to serve alongside prepare for the deployment, as well as these sailors.” both the military and civilian shore Cdr Brown also thanked the Halifax staff who supported them along the and Region MFRC for their support to w a y. sailors and families leading up to the “The Fleet Maintenance Facility, mission, and the continued support as always, has performed miracles and resources they’ll provide to their in getting the ship set and ready on families in the months ahead. IF YOU’RE LOOKING time, and the Sea Training Group has Fredericton is now expected to join done their part getting the best out NATO partners with SNMG2 in the FOR WORK, THIS IS of this crew, who have all performed Mediterranean in the coming weeks, admirably through the process,” he beginning a program of patrols, THE PLACE TO GO. said. interoperability exercises, and port You go home at the end of The large departure and home- visits, all designed to strengthen your shift knowing you’ve coming ceremonies held for these Canada’s relationships with allies helped someone. extended deployments tend to focus while strengthening NATO’s mari- on family, who often provide crucial time presence. — Stanley Grady, Security Guard with our Nova Scotia Division

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LS Jarvis Wills, left, and Cdr Pe- February ter Sproule, right, pres- ent outgoing - Heart HMCS St. John’s Coxn CPO1 Cavel Shebib with Health a cutlass following the ship’s Change Month of Ap- pointment ceremony on By PSP Halifax Health January 20. Promotion Staff SUBMITTED It is easy to take our heart health for granted, until something goes wrong. In Canada, nine in 10 people have at least one risk factor for heart disease, many of these risk factors being preventable lifestyle choices. In fact, almost eight in 10 cases of premature heart disease could have been prevented. The top lifestyle choices that increase risk for heart disease include smoking, Coxn describes time aboard low physical activity, and poor eat- ing habits. February is Heart Health Month, HMCS St. John’s as a career highlight meaning there is no better time to better yourself and decrease risk for heart disease. To start, why not By Ryan Melanson, without their amazing work and because we have a crew who believes try out some new healthy recipes? Trident Staff leadership. I appreciate their friend- it, and they come in everyday expect- Health Promotion Services has ship, and that they always had the ing to live up to that standard. As part created a breakfast recipe guide, The outgoing Coxswain of HMCS ability and the courage to speak up of the leadership triad, I’m confident accessible from the CAFconnection St. John’s says his 16-month posting when it mattered,” CPO1 Shebib said. in every respect that we’ll continue to website, to help you diversify the to the unit has been the high point of He mentioned taskings like the 2019 foster that environment on board.” most important meal of the day. his CAF career, and that his successor Great Lakes Deployment and Exer- St. John’s’ new Coxn, CPO1 Si- This recipe, adapted from Simple- is lucky to be joining the ‘best ship in cise FORMIDABLE SHIELD, along mon Strasbourg, brings experience GreenMoms.com, uses avocado to the fleet.’ with internal matters like Duty PO serving in eight different HMC deliver nutrients proven to lower St. John’s held a Change of Appoint- changes and the implementation of ships through his career, including risk of heart disease: ment ceremony for its senior non- the new cannabis policy, as situations St. John’s itself in the late 90s, with commissioned member on January where he was able to rely heavily on positions including Senior Naval Egg and Avocado Toast 20, with CPO1 Cavel Shebib stepping his team members. Communicator and Combat Chief, Serves 1 aside, and incoming Coxn CPO1 Si- CPO1 Shebib also spoke about the as well as shore experience at the Choose whole grain bread for a mon Strasbourg officially taking over ship’s strong command team and his former CFNOS, MARLANT HQ, healthy boost. the role. great working relationship with Com- BIS, and elsewhere. He said he has Ingredients: CPO1 Shebib’s time as Coxn in- manding Officer Cdr Peter Sproule. fond memories of his earlier posting 2 eggs (poached or sliced hard- cluded trips to four Canadian prov- He said he never had to worry about with St. John’s, and that he’s looking boiled) inces and 10 different nations with St. his CO backing up his chiefs or trust- forward to maintaining the reputa- 2 slices of bread, toasted John’s, with public outreach, com- ing them to act in difficult situations, tion that recently earned the ship the 1 small avocado memorative ceremonies, and interna- and Cdr Sproule echoed that senti- Admiral’s Cup. 1 teaspoon lime juice tional exercises all being a part of the ment in his own comments about his “There’s no doubt there will be Sea salt and black pepper ship’s busy program over the past 16 outgoing chief. challenges along the way, but we’ll Optional: parsley for garnish months. He gave credit to the entire “On all ends of the spectrum, he has face them together, and I’m looking Instructions: crew for being instrumental to the been my sounding board, my point of forward to being part of it.” Prepare toast and eggs to person- ship during this time period, with a experience and expertise, and the ship The ceremony also included flow- al preference. specific shout-out to the chiefs of the could not have succeeded in all those ers being presented to the families Peel and mash avocado with lime various departments. efforts without his leadership,” Cdr of both the incoming and outgoing juice, salt, and pepper. “St. John’s would not have been Sproule said. Coxns, and further presentations Spread avocado evenly on each successful over these past 16 months “We’re the best ship in the fleet were made to CPO1 Shebib at a gath- slice of toast, then top with an ering in the ship’s Junior Ranks’ Mess egg and additional seasonings of following the formal event. preference. Expect a layered story at CF CHAPELS Continued from page 4 ate and origin narratives. Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche Learning a person's stories from But what is powerful about Layer all three layers takes time and effort, STADACONA SHEARWATER 3 is that it provides the framework because it requires building trust. But 8h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic for how a person interprets stories in it is a labour of love and true friend- - English - Bilingual/bilingue Layers 1 and 2. Whether someone be- ship. I hope we will all grow in our lieves in a loving God, or a demanding desire and ability to be a hearer of Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements BAPTISM, MATRIMONY & OTHER SACRAMENTS  BY APPOINTMENT/REQUEST God, or no God, will shape how they stories. So know the layers are there, see the experiences of their immedi- expect them, and dig in. 180596 6 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 Honours and awards presented at CFB Halifax Base Divisions

By Ryan Melanson, was presented by Capt(N) Trident Staff Mazur to MWO Leigh Joiner, the Company Sergeant Major Efforts have been made over for CFB Halifax BLog TEME. recent months to hold Base MWO Joiner was awarded for Divisions more regularly at the countless hours he’s con- CFB Halifax, and the trend is tributed as a volunteer with continuing into the new year. various Royal Canadian Army The latest Divisions were held Cadet Corps, providing a posi- on January 15, with members tive influence along with his from various base units on mentorship and expertise in parade at the Willow Park military training. Armoury. A Base Commander’s Com- Base Commander Capt(N) mendation was also pre- David Mazur presided over sented, with CPO2 Michael the ceremony, and used the Culligan receiving the award opportunity to speak to his for his accomplishments in members about the busy year his current role as the Assis- ahead, while also encouraging tant Base Chief Petty Officer everyone to work with their and as the Vice-President of chains of command to find the Base Chiefs’ and Petty time for health and personal Officers’ Mess. CPO2 Culligan development. was credited for his supervi- He lauded base units for sion and mentorship of base consistently excelling in the staff and his promotion of the behind-the-scenes work that welfare of NCMs across the supports operations at sea, Formation. in the air, and on land, point- Capt(N) Mazur (left) and Base Chief CPO1 Kent Gregory (right) present a Base Commander’s Com- Further presentations in- ing to the recent departure of mendation to CPO2 Michael Culligan, one of a number of honours and awards presented at the Divi- cluded: HMCS Fredericton for a six- sions ceremony. - The SSM-NATO Bar, month Op REASSURANCE AVR RENZO RUIZ HAAS, FIS awarded to WO Rachel deployment as an example of Boucher, LS Matthew an operation carried out with a great awards, which included Commenda- up over recent years. O’Flynn, and MWO Hamel. deal of support from the base. tions, Canadian Forces Decorations, “I’m happy to see that we’ve caught - The Sea Guardian medal, award- “It’s going to continue to be a busy and NATO bars and medals. up, and we’re getting together more ed to LCdr Timothy Berryhill and year for us, but I’m confident we’ll Capt(N) Mazur said a benefit of often to get people that important MS Keith Moreash. keep on functioning well and sup- holding the ceremonies consistently recognition. It’s important to get - The Canadian Forces Decora- porting operations, just as we always is that deserving members get pre- in front of our peers to recognize tion, awarded to MCpl Joshua have,” he said. sented with their honours or awards who we are, what we do, and all that Beals, Cdr Jennifer Gosse, PO2 Base Divisions also gives an oppor- in a more timely manner, adding that we’ve achieved along the way.” Lori MacCormick (1st Clasp) tunity for the Base Commander to the base is now back on track after Awards included a Vice Chief of and CPO2 Michael Culligan (2nd present members with honours and a backlog of presentations had built Defence Staff Commendation, which Clasp).

HMC ships Glace Bay and Shawinigan depart for Op PROJECTION West Africa

Family and friends gather for the de- parture of HMC Ships Glace Bay and Shawinigan from HMC Dockyard on January 25, 2020, beginning a six-month deployment to Africa in support of OP PROJECTION West Africa. CPL Ian Thompson, FIS February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 7 Key events of the Battle of the Atlantic: February

By CPO1 (ret'd) Pat Devenish, Guyana, the Canadian February 25, 1944: The Canadian Naval Memorial Trust merchantman George L. destroyer HMCS Colum- Torian is torpedoed and bia touches bottom off Editor’s note: The following is a sunk by U-129. 15 are cap- Motion Bay, Nfld during list of Battle of the Atlantic incidents tured and later set free by an extremely foggy tran- that took place in February of each the U-boat captain while sit. She would eventually year between 1940 and 1945. Each four are rescued by a U.S. be towed to Liverpool, NS month during 2020, Trident will Navy Catalina flying boat. where she would live her include a list of incidents that took Later that night, another life out as an ammunition place during that month throughout Canadian merchantman, hulk. the Battle of the Atlantic. the Lennox, is sunk by February 14, 1945: In the same submarine. Ostend, Belgium where February 6, 1941: Bound from February 6, 1943: The the Canadian 29th MTB Montreal to Preston, England with corvette HMCS Louisburg (Motor Torpedo Boat) convoy SC-20, the Canadian mer- carries the unique dis- Flotilla is based, a spectac- chantman Maplecourt is torpedoed tinction of being the only ular fire sweeps through and sunk by U-107 west of Northern RCN vessel lost to enemy a refuelling basin destroy- Ireland. Thirty-seven crew members aircraft. On the evening ing five of the 29th MTB's are lost to the action and the frigid of February 6, 1943, while boats along with seven waters in the aftermath. escorting a convoy out of RN MTBs. Sixty lives are February 3, 1942: Southwest of Gibraltar to carry sup- lost and so devastating is Iceland, HMCS Summerside detects plies to the Allied armies HMCS Summerside, K141. the damage that the 29th an underwater object on asdic as she fighting in North Africa, SUBMITTED MTB Flotilla is disbanded overtakes two straggling merchant- Louisburg was struck on within weeks. men at the rear of convoy SC 66. her port side by a torpedo launched depth charges still aboard Weyburn February 16, 1945: As the Battle Although the attack is pressed for from marauding Italian aircraft. cause even more casualties both in of the Atlantic winds down, but by over twelve hours, no confirmation Only 48 of her crew of 88 were the water and on the decks of Wivern no means is ended, HMCS Saint John of a U-boat sinking is ever made. Ex- picked up, with Louisburg’s own from flying debris. Eventually, sinks U-309 off Scotland's northern amination of post war records shows depth charges killing many crew- Wivern is towed to Gibraltar with 68 coast. The submarine had been 11 German submarines operating members in the water as she sank. members of Weyburn's crew. shadowing Convoy WN-74 into the independently in the North Atlantic February 8, 1943: The Italian sub- February 18, 1944: HMC Ships Moray Firth when detected by Saint at the time. marine Avorio is hunted and repeat- Athabaskan, Haida and Huron join John on ASDIC. Three attacks, first February 5, 1942: Travelling edly depth charged by HMCS Regina the Royal Navy’s 10th Destroyer with depth charges and then with alone and without an escort, the in the Mediterranean off Algeria. Flotilla to take part in Operation hedgehog produced a slick of oil on Canadian tanker Montro- NEPTUNE, the naval the surface. Unconvinced, the frig- lite with a cargo of diesel phase of OVERLORD, ate’s Captain continues the attack crude from Venezuela, is the invasion of Nor- with depth charges again which torpedoed and sunk north- mandy. These comprise finally results in wreckage including east of Bermuda by U-109. offensive sweeps along charts, books and insulation coming Of her original crew of 48, the German occupied to the surface. At war’s end, U-309 is just 20 survive. French coast, ridding it confirmed sunk with the loss of her February 10, 1942: In of enemy surface vessels entire crew of 47. the mid-Atlantic, north- and submarines leading February 22, 1945: On the after- west of Bermuda, the up to the early June in- noon of February 22nd, 1945, while Canadian merchantman vasion of the continent. escorting convoy BTC 76 from Ant- Victolite is torpedoed and February 24, 1944: werp to the Thames estuary, the cor- then suffers surface fire South of Iceland, HMCS vette HMCS Trentonian was struck from U-564. She sinks with Waskesiu picks up a aft on the stbd side by a torpedo fired the loss of the entire crew submarine on her asdic from U1004 with the loss of 6 crew. of 47. in the early morning Though not the last RCN vessel, February 10, 1942: hours. After 2 hours of Trentonian would be the last corvette In the dark just south relentless depth charge sunk during the Second World War. of Iceland with convoy and hedgehodge attacks, February 23, 1945: On a convoy SC-67, the corvette HMCS contact is lost. At 0530, run originating in Saint John, New Spikenard along with the as the U-boat attempts to Brunswick, the Canadian merchant- tanker Heina are torpe- flee the area on the sur- man Point Pleasant Park is torpe- doed by U-136 while en Hedgehogs were used in anti-submarine warfare. face at high speed, she is doed and sunk off Cape Town, South route to Londonderry in SUBMITTED picked up by Waskesiu’s Africa by U-510 losing nine of her Northern Ireland. HMC radar. The frigate closes crew of 58. Ironically, in 1967, during Ships Chilliwack and Dauphin spend As the submarine surfaces to make at full speed blanketing the exposed an unveiling ceremony in Halifax's most of the night searching for a run for safety, a surface gun battle surfaces of the U-boat with every- Point Pleasant Park, U-510’s captain, survivors but it is the next morning ensues with Regina’s 4” gun striking thing from 4” HE shells to 20 mm and Commander Alferd Eick, would pres- when the corvette HMS Gentian finds the submarine’s conning tower and Bren gun fire. As day breaks, U-257 ent a wreath in memory of the nine just 8 survivors of Spikenard. At this bridge instantly killing the ship’s sinks below the surface. crewmen lost. time during the war, the RCN forms Captain and several others. The the backbone of Allied sea power in remaining crew surrenders and the the western Atlantic with a meager submarine is towed into Tobruk. force of just 13 destroyers and 70 February 22, 1943: HMCS Wey- corvettes dubbed the Western Local burn joins the slow moving convoy Escort Force. MKS-8 after a fuelling stop in Gibral- February 22, 1942: 625 miles tar and takes up her screening sta- Serving the military community east of Cape Race, Newfoundland, tion within the convoy. Almost imme- for more than 30 years! the Canadian merchantman A.D. diately, Weyburn strikes a mine laid Huff is sunk by the German cruiser by U-118 and although initial inspec- Gneisenau with a loss of two crew tion suggests the ship can be saved, members and the remaining 37 crew she sinks shortly after still tethered 902-465-5060 being taken prisoner. to the destroyer HMS Wivern, which February 22, 1942: While tran- had come alongside to evacuate ca- 1046 Main Road Eastern Passage, NS siting the Caribbean off British sualties. Lines are cut but exploding 180598 8 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 Great start for Australian-led Combined Task Force 150

By Lt(N) Tony Wright, shipments is over $2 million U.S. dol- CTF 150 Public Affairs Officer lars; worth many times more on the street. In a little over a week, Combined “In a very short time, we've kept Task Force 150 (CTF 150), led by a great deal of narcotics from their Australia with a staff of Australians, intended destination,” said Commo- Canadians, and New Zealanders, have dore Ray Leggatt, Royal Australian conducted a pair of successful board- Navy, the Commander of CTF 150. ings netting almost 3.6 metric tonnes “With this action, and more to come, of narcotics whose proceeds would we are impacting terrorists’ ability to have otherwise made their way into operate in this region and around the the hands of terrorist organizations. world. Along with the decisive actions CTF 150, headquartered in the of Courbet and Defender, our diverse Kingdom of Bahrain, is one of three team of Royal Australian, Royal Ca- combined task forces within Com- nadian, and Royal New Zealand Navy bined Maritime Forces (CMF). The 33 professionals have done outstanding member nations of CMF work together work and we have begun this mission to strengthen maritime security in with a great deal of momentum that the Middle East Region, conducting we intend to carry through our deploy- maritime security operations, capac- ment.” ity building activities, and regional CTF 150 has remained on watch engagement. and vigilant throughout the holiday CTF 150’s mission is to disrupt ter- period. “We trained for this mission rorist organisations and their related Royal Marine Commandos from HMS Defender approach a suspicious dhow in the knowing we’d be far from home over illegal activities by restricting their Gulf of Oman while patrolling in support of CTF 150. 131 kgs of crystal metham- Christmas,” said Lt(N) Justin Sowley, freedom of manoeuvre in the mari- phetamine were subsequently found and seized. a Canadian member of the 24-hour time domain. The activities of CTF 150 SUBMITTED Battle Watch that keeps an eye on the are a critical part of global counter- area of operations and helps coordi- terrorism efforts, as terrorist organiza- 150, seized 3.5 metric tonnes of hashish tected using Defender’s shipborne nate the work of ships supporting CTF tions are denied a risk-free method of from a vessel they had been tracking. helicopter. Defender then closed in on 150. “It’s the support of our families conducting operations or moving per- This haul had an estimated regional the dhow and a team of Royal Marine and friends that keeps us going. With- sonnel, weapons or income-generating wholesale value of $1.8 million U.S. Commandos secured the vessel and its out them, this would be a much harder narcotics and charcoal. dollars. crew. It was then searched by a Royal mission.” The Australian-led team’s success Less than a week later on December Navy boarding team who found 131 ki- This is the eighth time that Aus- began with some bad luck for the 19, HMS Defender, a United Kingdom lograms of crystal methamphetamine tralia has led this mission and this smugglers on Friday December 13. Royal Navy destroyer working in di- with an estimated regional wholesale rotation of CTF 150 is expected to run French Ship (FS) Courbet, a frigate of rect support of CTF 150 made another value of $280,000 US dollars. until late March 2020, when another the Marine Nationale operating in the bust. Taken together, the estimated CMF participating nation will take Gulf of Oman in direct support of CTF A suspicious vessel was first de- regional wholesale value of these two ove r.

New Commanding Officer for HMCS Halifax

Cmdre Richard Feltham, Commander Canadian Fleet Atlantic, presides over a Change of Command ceremony on Janu- ary 29, 2020, as Cdr Chris Rochon (right) assumes command of HMCS Halifax from outgoing ship’s captain Cdr Scott Nelson (left). LS IGLESIAS, FIS February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 9 DND psychologists serving CAF Members

By CF H Svcs C (A)

February is National Psychology Month. It is therefore a great opportu- nity to define the typical occupational responsibilities of psychologists, while also highlighting the role and contributions of DND psychologists serving CAF members in MARLANT. Psychologists’ primary roles are to provide assessment, consultation, and counselling/therapy services. They can diagnose and treat mental illnesses, and often work in collabo- ration with psychiatrists, family physicians, mental health nurses, social workers, addiction counsel- lors, case managers, and chaplains. According to the Canadian Psy- chological Association (CPA), a psychologist “studies how we think, feel and behave from a scientific viewpoint and applies this knowl- edge to help people understand, explain and change their behav- iour.” Psychologists may specialize in certain areas; for example, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, per- sonality disorders, eating disorders, addictions, developmental disor- ders, and posttraumatic stress dis- order (PTSD). They work in clinical settings, research and/or education. Psychologists have extensive training in the variety of empirical treatment methods. The methods From left to right: Dr. Tina Oates-Johnson, Chimène Jewer, M.Sc.; Mary McGrath, M.Sc.; Patricia Roache, M.Sc.; Susan Young, M. they employ will depend on the par- Ed.; Dr. Sheila MacNeil, Alexandra Anderson, M.Sc.; and Dr. Krista Luedemann. ticular circumstances of the patient SUBMITTED they are working with. Treatment is significantly more than just talk! Meet our psychologists: outpatient general mental health as Examiners in Psychology (NSBEP) For example, one method is specifi- - Mary McGrath, M.Sc.: Program well as health psychology; 8 years of www.nsbep.org, whose mandate is cally designed to assist patients in Manager (APT); specialty areas in- experience (6 years with the CAF). to protect the public by ensuring increasing their motivation. An- clude addictions (alcohol, drug, gam- - Dr. Sheila MacNeil: in addition to that providers are properly trained other method involves changing bling, and gaming), sexual behaviour general mental health, specialty ar- and qualified. For more information negative patterns of thinking and problems and concurrent disorders eas include trauma-related disorders, about Psychologists and/or Psy- behaviour. Yet another example is such as depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual health, chronic health condi- chology Month, consult NSBEP, the a method that focuses on chang- and personality disorders; back- tions, individual and couple therapy; Association of Psychologists of Nova ing behaviours to better match the ground in forensic psychology; 25 18 years of experience (1.5 years with Scotia (APNS) www.apns.ca and/or patient’s values and beliefs. Several years of experience (18 years with the CAF) the Canadian Psychological Associa- of the psychologists here at Cana- the CAF). - Susan Young, M.Ed.: special- tion (CPA) www.cpa.ca. dian Forces Health Services Centre - Dr. Tina Oates-Johnson: specialty izing in trauma-related disorders, For more information on CAF (Atlantic) also have additional train- areas include anxiety disorders, background includes inpatient and Mental Health programs, consult ing in highly specialized treatment depression, eating disorders, person- outpatient general mental health in CF H Svcs C (A), http://halifax. methods, such as Eye Movement ality disorders and trauma-related individual, couple/family and group mil.ca/cfhsvcsca/. For the general Desensitization and Reprocessing disorders; 20 years of experience (16 therapy; 15 years of experience (5 public, APNS will be sponsoring (EMDR) therapy and Dialectical years with the CAF). years with the CAF). several presentations in February. Behavior Therapy (DBT). - Chimène Jewer, M.Sc.: specialty This year, we also have two PhD These are free to attend if members CF H Svcs C (A) employs eight areas include anxiety, depression, clinical psychology students from or others are interested. A list of psychologists in three sections of personality disorders, eating disor- Dalhousie University: Ioan Tiberiu these presentations can be found on Mental Health Services – General ders, chronic pain, and trauma/post- Mahu (supervised by Dr. MacNeil) the display table on the 4th floor of Mental Health (GMH), Addictions traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); 14 and Sara Bartel (supervised by the CF Health Services Centre just Prevention and Treatment (APT) years of experience (4 years with the Chimène Jewer). outside the elevator, along with men- and Operational Trauma and Stress CAF). All of our psychologists are regis- tal health brochures, handouts and Support Centre (OTSSC). In general, - Patricia Roache, M.Sc.: Program tered with The Nova Scotia Board of resources. CAF members in MARLANT have Manager (OTSSC); specialty areas in- more timely access to psychology clude posttraumatic stress disorder, services than the general civilian anxiety, and depression; background population. At a ratio of approxi- in forensic psychology and outpa- Buying, Selling or Relocating mately one psychologist for every tient general mental health; 15 years 1400 members, MARLANT has near- of experience (8 years with the CAF). Are you buying a good investment? ly double the number of psycholo- - Alexandra Anderson, M.Sc.: What is your property worth? gists compared to what is available specialty areas include posttrau- to the general civilian population of matic stress disorder, anxiety, and We are experts in Real Estate Valuation, providing accurate 180951 Nova Scotia. depression; background in outpatient Estimates of Value, serving military families for 26 years. This means that CAF members general mental health; 4 years of have relatively fast access to psy- experience (new to CAF). Greg Lockyer, CRA Chris Flick, AACI Steve Horswill, AACI chologists, with wait times much - Dr. Krista Luedemann: specialty shorter than they are for the general is post-traumatic stress disorder, 902-466-2000 902-466-2732 alderneyappraisals.com civilian population. background includes inpatient and o: f: w: 10 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 MONEY MATTERS Are your financial Top 5 tax decisions costing you? tips you need to know (NC) Financial decisions can be intimidating for many of us, so it’s tempting to think we’ll be okay as (NC) Tax filing can be complicated, long as we bring home a paycheque and this year provincial and fed- and pay our bills. But there are some eral governments have introduced missteps that could be costing you in many changes that can only add to the long run. According to a recent the confusion. To help, here are five survey conducted by financial ser- ways to confidently manage the filing vices company Primerica, 61 per cent process. of respondents have made at least Take note of key dates. Whether one costly financial decision, with an you owe money or not, it’s important average loss reported at $29,000. Here to file your taxes on time to avoid the are some of the myths that could be interruption of benefits, interest and impacting your financial prepared- any penalties. The CRA can charge ness: you penalties of 5 per cent on what Myth: You’re too young to worry you owe, plus an additional 1 per about retirement. It’s never too early your responsibilities start to peak. ments to the other areas of debt, until cent for each month you fail to file, to start saving. In fact, the earlier you With added expenses like childcare you say good-bye to all of it. Now you for a maximum of 12 months. “To start saving, the fewer dollars you'll and mortgage payments, the death can start saving for yourself what you avoid the stress of filing last-minute, have to put away each month and the of a breadwinner or caretaker could were paying in interest payments to use your phone to set up reminders more likely you are to reach your fi- be devastating. That’s when life others. to flag important tax-related dates,” nancial goals, including a comfortable insurance is essential to ensure your Myth: You can’t afford financial suggests Lisa Gittens, tax expert at retirement. household stays financially stable in a advice. Financial advice isn’t only for H&R Block. Myth: You’re too broke to save and worst-case scenario. the wealthy – there are many ways Stay organized. Ensure you invest. 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You can also take photos nest egg can benefit from the power of keep you from reaching your finan- plan toward achieving a more secure of hard-copy receipts and add these compound growth over time. cial goals. With strategies like debt financial future. Primerica’s study re- to your online folder as well, making Myth: You don’t need life insur- stacking you’ll see quicker results. vealed that 90 per cent of people who it much easier if you must look back ance. While you’re young you might Make consistent payments on all your have met with a financial professional months, or even years, later. not consider life insurance important debts and identify one to pay off first would recommend one to others. Get some credit for being kind. but once you start having children or (maybe the one with the highest inter- www.newscanada.com If you, your spouse or your common- buying a property with your partner, est). When it’s paid off, roll those pay- law partner made a charitable donation, you might be able to claim a non-refundable tax credit for your generosity. When completing your return, not only can you claim the donations you made during the year, Understanding RRSPs to get you can also claim any unclaimed donation amounts from the past five years. the most out of your tax refund Crunch numbers with a tax calculator. It’s never a bad idea to get an idea of what your tax situation (NC) Many of us use Registered Know your limit. Your contribu- Withdrawals are considered might look like ahead of time. “Take Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) tion limit is based on several things, income. Money withdrawn from an advantage of free tax calculators to because it helps us save for the future including your earned income for the RRSP is considered income in the tax help you get a sense of what you’ll be while reducing our annual taxable in- past year and any unused contribution year it was received, so you’ll have to walking into come tax season,” says come. Whether you have one set up or room from previous years. Check your add it to the other income you earned Gittens. All you need to do is enter are thinking about opening one, Lisa Notice of Assessment from last year to during the year on your return. De- your income, taxes paid and RRSPs – Gittens, tax expert from H&R Block, see how much contribution room you pending on the amount, 10 to 30 per and remember the March 2 deadline shares some things to know. have. You can exceed your RRSP con- cent is taxed at the source, but that’s for RRSPs. Beat the deadline. You can con- tribution limit by up to $2,000 without usually not enough to cover the total Don’t be afraid to ask for help. tribute to your RRSP every year, but being subject to a penalty. tax you would owe when it’s declared If figuring out where to start or there’s a deadline you need to meet Check your contribution room. as part of your income, so keep a few which receipts to keep organized and it’s always 60 days after the end RRSP contributions can be carried extra dollars handy to cover this, is too much, ask for a hand. Gather of the year. The money you put in will forward if you think you might be in should it arise. “Remember, RRSPs your receipts and documents and be deducted from your overall taxable a higher tax bracket in future years. have no minimum contribution and speak to a tax expert who can answer income from that year, so make sure “This will help maximize the tax every little bit helps,” Gittens adds. any questions you may have. Find you contribute on time – by March 2 deduction and reduce your tax bill Find more information at hrblock.ca more information at hrblock.ca. this year. later,” explains Gittens. www.newscanada.com www.newscanada.com February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 11 Going beyond Pink Shirt Day

By Sydney MacLeod, Instagram @cfbhalifax_bfchalifax). For CFB Halifax PA Intern CAF members who would like to wear their own pink shirts on February 26, Inspired by a humble act of kindness the $2 Dress with a Difference fee will in small-town Nova Scotia, Pink Shirt be in effect. This fee will be waived for Day goes to show just how powerful one CAF members who purchase a t-shirt. simple act of kindness can be. What Now you may be thinking, how am started out as a stand against bully- I helping anybody by wearing a pink ing has evolved into a very influential shirt? campaign with one purpose – to create Discrimination takes many forms, a more inclusive and diverse world. whether it’s based on race, age, gender, On February 26, we invite you to sexuality or disability. While progress join us by wearing pink to support the has been made towards removing these message of creating a safe and healthy barriers, there is still much more to be workplace at CFB Halifax through done. By wearing pink, you send the respect and kindness. message that you are welcoming and ac- Our CFB Halifax theme for this year’s cepting of others and intolerant of bul- Pink Shirt Day is Be Kind, a simple but lying and disrespect in the workplace. powerful message encouraging us to be Better yet, by purchasing on of our compassionate with one another. Prac- limited edition pink shirts, you’ll be ticing small, everyday day acts of civil- supporting local non-profit organiza- ity, care, consideration, and kindness tions that help youth navigate issues can go a long way to help everyone feel such as violence prevention and gender safe, comfortable and respected at work. identity. All of the proceeds from each There are numerous benefits to CFB Halifax Base Commander Capt(N) Mazur (front left) and members of his team $5 t-shirt purchase will be donated to creating a civil and respectful work- participated in the 2019 Pink Shirt Day campaign at CFB Halifax. Specially designed LOVE (Nova Scotia) and The Youth place such as higher job satisfaction, t-shirts will be available for purchase at CFB Halifax this year in support of 2020 Project. improved morale, better teamwork, en- Pink Shirt Day, which takes place on February 26. All proceeds from shirt sales will LOVE (Nova Scotia) supports youth hanced supervisor-staff relationships, be donated to local non-profit organizations that help youth navigate issues such as to thrive through programs and healthy reduced sick leave, reduced turnover violence prevention and gender identity. relationships. Some of the many rate and an increased interest in per- CFB HALIFAX PUBLIC AFFAIRS programs offered include a leadership sonal development. program, violence prevention commit- “Supporting our staff and promot- services through organizations such Pink Shirt Day. With the support and tee’s media arts after school program ing a healthy workplace at CFB Halifax as Canadian Forces Health Services co-sponsorship of their t-shirt supplier, and a national leadership camp. Learn is incredibly important,” explains Centre (Atlantic); the Canadian Forces Sanmar Canada, the two companies are more at loveorganization.ca. Capt(N) David Mazur, CFB Halifax Member Assistance Program; Conflict providing 400 pink shirts that will be The Youth Project is dedicated to pro- Base Commander. “We want all Defence and Complaint Management Services available for purchase at CFB Halifax viding support and services to youth, 25 Team members, both military and civil- Centre Atlantic; the DND Employee for anyone interested in supporting the and under, around issues of sexual ori- ian, to feel safe, respected, and included Assistance Program; and PSP Health cause. entation and gender identity. They pro- not just on Pink Shirt Day, but every Promotion Services. The shirts will be sold at HMC vide a variety of resources including day.” Dockyard, Stadacona, Willow Park and support groups, referrals, supportive For local Defence Team members Pink with a Purpose 12 Wing Shearwater for only $5. For a counselling, a resource library, educa- who may encounter issues at work or Don’t have a pink shirt to wear detailed list of locations, refer to the tional workshops and social activities. for those who simply want to learn on February 26? Don’t worry. Fundy MARLANT Intranet splash page, keep Learn more at youthproject.ns.ca. more about promoting respect in the Textile & Design Limited, a DND Fam- an eye out for Base and Wing-wide A healthy workplace and community workplace, conflict management and ily Days sponsor for over 15 years, is e-mails, and follow our CFB Halifax begins with kindness. On February 26, healthy practices, CFB Halifax boasts thrilled to be partnering again with social media channels (Twitter: @CFB- please wear pink, be kind, and continue a variety of programs, resources and CFB Halifax as the t-shirt sponsor for Halifax, Facebook: @BaseHalifax and the trend all year long.

Naval Museum officially opens new exhibit

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Jessica Holmes says she’s always wanted to perform her brand of high- energy comedy in front of a Canadian Armed Forces audience. When she finally got that chance on January 29, she was able to bring not just her comedic talents, but also an important story of dealing with mental health struggles. Holmes, known best for her five-year run on the CBC sketch show Royal Ca- nadian Air Farce, visited CFB Halifax on Bell Let’s Talk Day, as one of the celebrity ambassadors tied to the an- nual day focused on raising money for mental health initiatives and reducing societal stigmas that surround mental health problems and diagnoses. She spoke to a packed room of Defence Team members at Mr. Mac’s in Tribute Tower, where she opened with musical numbers and a medley of some of her well-known characters and impersonations from TV, before diving into her years-long battle with depression. “I felt like I was buried in cement, like a cartoon elephant was stand- ing on my chest and wouldn’t get off. That’s how debilitating it was for a time, when I wasn’t able to get out of bed,” Holmes said. Her struggles began with postpar- Jessica Holmes took questions from the audience and allowed members to share their own stories of how mental illness has tum depression after the birth of her touched their lives. two children, and though she recov- RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF ered with help from her doctor, she described a dark cloud that came back als, trying multiple different strate- facing some of the same challenges on paper,” she said. over her years later. Her second bout gies, and getting support from her that she did. Holmes added that her familiarity with depression lasted more than two family to eventually break through. “I had to face a lot of prejudice. with the Bell Let’s Talk Day campaign years, impacted her ability to work, Now that she finds herself in remis- I have friends to this day that still helped her become more comfortable and put a strain on her marriage, she sion, she’s dedicated part of her time don’t believe in depression. They with her own diagnosis, and eventu- said. to sharing her story in hopes of help- couldn’t understand how this could ally led to her joining up with the It took help from medical profession- ing people and keeping others from happen while my life looked so good organization as an Ambassador.

CFB Halifax Base Commander Capt(N) David Mazur thanks Bell RAdm Craig Baines, Commander MARLANT and JTFA, and other senior Formation leaders were in Let’s Talk Ambassador Jessica Holmes for visiting the base and shed- attendance at Tribute Tower and participated in Bell Let’s Talk events throughout the day. ding light on serious issues. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 13 at CFB Halifax for Bell Let’s Talk Day

The event was hosted by Mental Health Manager Scott Currie and Maj Brigitte Barth of CF H Svcs C (A), along with Capt(N) David Mazur, who encouraged all those present to take in the information and head back to their units with the knowledge that they or any of their colleagues could find themselves in the middle of their own mental health struggles, which are estimated to impact one in five Canadians through their lives. “It’s not always about making huge steps, you don’t have to be a health professional. This is about civility in the workplace, educating ourselves, and moving away from some of those myths surrounding mental health or emotional distress,” he said. CAF psychologists and other mental health professionals were in the room and open to speaking to anyone who had questions, and booths were set with more information and resources that members can take advantage of. Capt(N) Mazur said Bell has been a strong partner to CFB Halifax and PSP Halifax for years, as a spon- sor for Family Days, through their involvement with Camp Hill and the annual Mooseheads CAF apprecia- tion game, and now through annual marquee events marking Bell Let’s Talk Day. The base also marked the day with a special Bell Let’s Talk flag raising in the morning, and the event at Tribute Tower was followed by a base group walk through Halifax’s North End.

Early on January 29, morning colours took place, with a Bell Let’s Talk flag being raised in honour of Bell Let’s Talk Day. Local Defence Team members, DND and CAF leadership as well as Bell Aliant representatives were on site to observe the special ceremony. 2LT NICK PLOURDE-FLEURY, CFB HALIFAX PA

TOM SINGLETON LEORA LAWSON Comedian and entertainer Jessica Holmes filled the room in Tribute Tower as she MEAGHAN JOHNSTON mixed in plenty of comedy while sharing her very real story of struggling with de- pression. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF 180608 14 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 CAF-DND Sexual La Cour fédérale approuve le misconduct class action règlement du recours collectif sur l’inconduite sexuelle dans lawsuit settlement les FAC et au MDN approved by Federal Court Le 25 novembre 2019, la Cour fédérale subi et du nombre de membres du du Canada a approuvé l’Entente de groupe qui présentent des réclama- règlement définitive (ERD) du recours tions. Les membres du groupe qui ont On November 25, 2019, the Federal harm suffered, and the number of collectif sur l’inconduite sexuelle dans subi un préjudice exceptionnel (et ceux Court of Canada approved the Final class members that submit claims. les Forces armées canadiennes (FAC) qui se sont déjà vu refuser des presta- Settlement Agreement (FSA) of a Class members who experienced ex- et au ministère de la Défense nationale tions d’Anciens Combattants Canada class action lawsuit related to sexual ceptional harm (and those who have (MDN). Le règlement inclut tous les à l’égard de ce préjudice) peuvent être misconduct in the Canadian Armed previously been denied VAC benefits anciens ou actuels membres des FAC, admissibles à des montants pouvant at- Forces (CAF)-Department of Nation- in respect of that harm) may be ainsi que tous les anciens et actuels teindre 155 000 $. al Defence (DND). The settlement eligible for amounts up to $155,000. fonctionnaires du MDN et employés du Le règlement présente également les includes all former and current CAF The settlement also outlines changes Personnel des fonds non publics, qui modifications à apporter aux politiques members, DND employees, and Staff to CAF and Veterans Affairs Canada ont vécu du harcèlement sexuel, des des FAC et d'Anciens Combattants Cana- of the Non-Public Funds, Canadian policies and provides an opportu- agressions sexuelles ou de la discrimi- da et offre aux particuliers la possibilité Forces who experienced sexual as- nity for individuals to share their nation fondée sur le sexe, le genre ou de partager leurs expériences avec des sault, sexual harassment, and/ or experiences with senior DND-CAF l’orientation sexuelle, lors de leur ser- représentants supérieurs du MDN et discrimination based on gender, sex, representatives through a facilitated vice ou emploi dans le milieu de travail des FAC dans le cadre d'un programme gender identity or sexual orientation restorative engagement process. militaire. de démarches réparatrices facilité par in connection with their military Eligible class members can learn « L’approbation du règlement est un des professionnels. service and/or employment. more about their legal rights and tournant important. Nous savons à quel Les membres du groupe admissibles “The approval of this settlement options, as well as details about the point il est difficile de relater des expéri- peuvent avoir plus de renseignements represents a significant milestone. settlement and the claims process, ences aussi douloureuses et tellement concernant leurs droits et leurs options We recognize how incredibly dif- by checking the administrator’s web- personnelles. Nous vous rassurons que en consultant le site de l’administrateur, ficult it is to share such painful and site where they can find a copy of ces histoires nous ont affectés forte- où ils trouveront l’Entente de règlement personal experiences. We assure the final settlement agreement and ment et durablement, et elles n’ont fait définitive et d’autres documents con- you that these stories have made an other relevant documents. They can que renforcer notre engagement en nexes. 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By mail: elle pour la plupart des membres du Par la poste : The range of individual compensa- CAF-DND Sexual Misconduct groupe admissibles se situe entre cinq FAC-MDN Recours collectif pour tion for most eligible class members Class Action mille dollars (5 000 $) et cinquante-cinq Inconduite sexuelle is $5,000 to $55,000. Compensation c/o Epiq, P.O. Box 507, STN B mille dollars (55 000 $). Le paiement CP 507 STN B will depend on the type of sexual Ottawa, Ontario, K1P 5P6 dépendra du type d’inconduite sexuelle Ottawa, Ontario misconduct, an assessment of the vécue, de l’évaluation du préjudice K1P 5P6

36 Brigade personnel participate in forum to identify hateful conduct

Members of 36 Canadian Brigade Group participate in an open forum discussion surrounding Hateful Con- duct – How to Spot It in Hali- fax. This discussion exam- ined hateful conduct in the CAF and identified existing DND/CAF programs, poli- cies, and initiatives that aim to educate and inform CAF members and counter hateful conduct. Hateful conduct is incompatible with our values and culture. CAF members are held to a high standard for their professional and personal conduct, as they are expected to exemplify Canadian values, including respect for diversity, whether operating at home or abroad. LS BRAD UPSHALL, 36 CBG HQ PA February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 15

Sailors from HMCS Ville de Québec formed up for a photo at sea, taken from a CH-148 Cyclone, spelling out the words ‘Let’s Talk’, in honour of Bell Let’s Talk Day. MCPL MARK FERDINAND, AESOP, HMCS VILLE DE QUEBEC Let’s Talk HMCS Ville de Québec

By LCdr Emily Lambert and homes, workplaces and communities. to mental health. Awareness leads with awareness and positive actions. SLt Sasha St-Louis-Hodgins, Throughout the ship, “Let’s Talk” to ending the stigma, which leads to For more information about Mental HMCS Ville de Québec bubbles were posted, giving anony- healthier sailors and thus increases Health visit http://www.camh.ca and mous outlets for our sailors to write our operational effectiveness,” he said. to keep the conversation going, visit The Bell Let’s Talk campaign took what they are feeling and others to No words ring truer, and it all starts http://bell.ca/letstalk. place across MARLANT on January comment if they feel the same way or 29. For the 10th year in a row, Bell has have helpful suggestions, further en- continued their goal “to end stigma couraging the conversation surround- surrounding mental illness, and sup- ing this important topic. As statistics port mental health initiatives by talk- show, mental illness is the second ing, texting and encouraging social highest leading cause of disability media conversations about mental and premature death in Canada. The health.” The theme of this year’s best way to combat this is to face it campaign is Mental Health: Every head on. Action Counts. Mental illness affects VDQ’s goal is to pass knowledge one out of every five Canadians, and about mental illness, spread aware- the Royal Canadian Navy is taking ness about the Bell Let’s Talk cam- an active part in ensuring sailors paign, stop the stigma and keep the are aware of the circumstances sur- conversation going all year long. It is rounding it. important to let our sailors know they On board HMCS Ville De Québec are not alone, whether they have ex- (VDQ), sailors came together to start perienced mental illness themselves talking about mental health and or not. what it means to them. VDQ held The Commanding Officer of HMCS Safe Space information sessions to Ville De Québec, Cdr Michael Eelhart, spread awareness regarding mental fully supports this great initiative. health issues that are prevalent in our “Awareness is key when it comes 180601 16 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 CTF 150’s Kangaroo Hop Home for charity

By LCdr David Sinclair, in need. Even though we are Royal Australian Navy deployed on the other side of the globe, we are keen to assist Whilst deployed to Bahrain in any way possible.” on Op MANITOU, Royal Aus- The Australian Red Cross tralian Navy personnel within has launched a Disaster Ap- Combined Task Force 150 peal to support communities (CTF 150) are eager to do their across Australia affected by part for the communities back the devastating bushfire crisis. home, affected by the Bushfire The Disaster Appeal will al- Emergency. low the Australian Red Cross Australia assumed com- to provide a sustained level mand of CTF 150 on December of support to evacuees and 5, 2019 within the Combined emergency personnel as efforts Maritime Forces coalition transition into the recovery construct, with the aim to and building phases of this disrupt terrorist activities in disaster. the maritime environment. I was the event organiser for Although focused on the mis- this activity. sion at hand, many within the The Team is attempting to team have friends and family raise a total of $10,000 dol- living the harsh reality of lars through this and other the Bushfire Emergency back fundraising activities through home. direct donations to the Aus- In an effort to raise funds tralian Red Cross Disaster to support those in need, CTF Relief Appeal by the end of 150 personnel, with the help March 2020. The devastation from their shipmates from During the Kangaroo Hop Home for Charity, personnel deployed on CTF 150 will attempt to walk, of the disaster will be on-going the Royal Canadian Navy run, cycle or swim the equivalent distance of their way back to Australia by the time the deployment for some time and together and Royal New Zealand Navy, is over. The distance required has been calculated based upon the need to not only reach the shores of with your support, the Royal are conducting a number of Australia, but also to assist shipmates from Canada and New Zealand to get home first. Ops BEAVER Australian Navy can make a fundraising activities to sup- BYPASS and KIWI DROP will require them to follow the most direct route from Bahrain to Halifax, difference to those in trouble port the Australian Red Cross Halifax to Auckland, and Auckland to Sydney, giving the team a combined total of 27,022 km to travel. back home. Every little bit can Bushfire Disaster Appeal. SUBMITTED help as communities begin to One such activity has been recover and rebuild through- branded The Kangaroo Hop Home BEAVER BYPASS and KIWI DROP Commodore Ray Leggatt, Com- out 2020. CTF 150 seeks your support for Charity. The purpose of this will require us to follow the most mander of CTF 150, said that the through donations via the following activity is for the team of 28 person- direct route from Bahrain to Halifax, whole team was very eager to assist in fundraising page with the Australian nel to walk, run, cycle or swim the Halifax to Auckland and Auckland to any way possible. Red Cross. Please feel free to also equivalent distance of their way Sydney, giving the team a combined “Many members within the CTF leave a comment on this page as we back to Australia by the time the total of 27,022 km to travel. The tar- 150 team have friends and family back would love to hear from you all back deployment is over. The distance get is approximately 7.5 km/day each home who are currently living the home. Your donations raised will go required has been calculated based member is required to complete. harsh realities of this bush fire crisis. directly to the Australian Red Cross in upon the need to not only reach the The target is designed to encourage Communities of people are struggling March 2020. shores of Australia, but to assist the team to challenge themselves and many of our serving colleagues https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/ our shipmates from Canada and physically whilst doing so for a great (also from New Zealand and Canada) fundraisers/ctf150/fundraise-for- New Zealand to get home first. Ops cause. are working tirelessly to assist those disaster-relief-and-recovery

New Commanding Officer in HMCS Charlottetown

Cmdre Richard Feltham, Commander Canadian Fleet Atlantic (centre), LCdr Peter MacNeil, Incoming Com- mander HMCS Charlottetown (left), and Cdr Christopher Rochon, Outgoing Commander HMCS Charlottetown (right) and sign official documents during a Change of Command Ceremony on January 22, 2020. CPL DAVID VELDMAN, FIS February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 17 HMCS Cabot sailors help neighbours in storm-ravaged St. John’s

By RCN PA

Sailors from HMCS Cabot, the Naval Reserve Division in St. John’s, NL, have been knee-deep in snow recently, helping their neighbours dig out from the record-setting blizzard that hit the region on January 17. The 18 Naval Reservists are part of Operation LENTUS, the Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) response to natu- ral disasters in Canada. As of January 21, nearly 425 CAF members have been deployed to the area. The reservists were spread out across the city and removed snow to assist area residents, particularly seniors and those requiring medical or other critical services. Some have done around 30 calls over the past few days. “The kindness of the people in the community has been absolutely incredible,” said LS Megan Benoit. “People have been honking their horns to show their support. We have been given more hot drinks and cookies than we could ever eat. It’s a beautiful thing to see how receptive everyone has been and it makes me very proud to be a member of the Royal Canadian Navy.” “One of my most memorable mo- ments of helping people was a 94-year- old veteran from the Merchant Marine who was so grateful and lighted up once he realized I was part of the Na- val Reserve,” said LS Lawrence Ham- mond. “He returned into his house to come back with his service photo of when he was serving.” LS Benoit explained how the sailors helped a widow from Portugal Cove, located west of St. John’s, whose husband had died the year before. The woman had been stuck in her house since the storm hit on Friday. Her neighbours attempted to help, but due to the steepness of her driveway, were unable to get her cleared out. As they help people to dig out from under the massive snowfall, sailors of HMCS Cabot, the Naval Reserve division in St. John’s “We came in with a snow blower NL, have been part of Op LENTUS, the CAF response to natural disasters in Canada. and a bunch of shovels, freed her SUBMITTED car, which was in a bank of ice, and salted her very slippery, very steep we shovelled to the door. He asked us her front door so she could walk out “Some people needed access to their driveway,” said LS Benoit. “Her to move our vehicles and he cleared all her driveway for the first time since cars to get to medical appointments, neighbour came with a quad with the snow for us leaving us with a small the storm.” some people just required foot paths a plow mounted and helped us out. path to finish.” LS Benoit noted that the team shov- to their doors or access to their fuel Through tears she explained that she Both LS Hammond and LS Benoit elled close to 30 driveways in three tanks,” she said. “The timings var- didn’t have many people around to do hail from Bell Island, which is located days, and how long it took depended on ied from 20 minutes to a couple of things for her anymore. I explained just off the coast of Portugal Cove. what was required. hours.” that was exactly the point of this The sailors have found ways to help operation and we were happy to help.” people in need, even when the resi- Given the amount of snow that fell on dents are not on their official list of the region – 76 centimetres in less than duties. ANTOVIC 24 hours – the provincial government “While on Bell Island on Tuesday, REAL PROPERTY declared a state of emergency that was an older woman, about 75, ran over still in effect as of January 22. The dig- to us and explained that her walkway APPRAISALS INC. out has been challenging for everyone. was completely snowed in and that NEED YOUR HOME APPRAISED? “Our biggest challenge was from our she couldn’t open her gate. She had to time over on Bell Island where we were crawl through her neighbours’ fence in Are you relocating? Call us! tasked with a wellness check,” said LS order to get out of her house,” said LS Friendly, Reliable, Accurate, Timely Hammond. “We found the address and Benoit. “Though that tasking wasn’t at first sight we couldn’t find a drive- on our list, we decided to split our Servicing: Sackville, Bedford, Halifax/Dartmouth & Outlying Areas way. A local contractor stopped and crew and go over to her house and help Tel: (902)441-4434 • Fax: (902) 406-5525 • www.antovicappraisals.com • Email: [email protected] said that we would be there for days if her clear the massive snow drift out of We look forward to speaking with you! 180952 18 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020 High school co-op program at CFB Halifax concludes

January 21 was the last day of the 2019- 2020 CFB Halifax High School Co-op Program. On that day, participating students presented their key takeaways and favourite moments of the program in front of military leadership, program co- ordinators and teachers, after which they received school credit as well as a better understanding of the different CAF and DND careers available to them. ARIANE GUAY-JADAH, CFB HALIFAX PA

Let’s Talk about postpartum depression

By Melissa Poirier, in God’s green earth do I care for this • Anhedonia – lack of interest in their civilian counterparts. It is un- BScN, RN, CPMHN. CF H Svcs C (A) new little being?” “They should really activities previously enjoyed. clear why this may be: however, some come with a manual!” • Weight change – significant weight possible reasons may include working With the 2020 Bell Let’s Talk cam- gain or loss. longer into pregnancy, fear of career paign in full swing, the Mental Health Baby Blues versus Postpartum • Sleep disturbances implications if difficulties are dis- Services team at Canadian Forces Depression – there is a difference! • Fatigue closed, and partner deployments. Health Services Centre (Atlantic) has During the first week or two after • Psychomotor retardation or agita- Those of you reading this article produced an article to spread aware- birth, a new mom may experience tion – feeling sluggish, slowed may be now questioning if postpar- ness of a common, but not often talked baby blues, which is common. The down OR feeling restless, jumpy. tum depression is treatable, and the about mental illness that impacts mother is happy, but may experience • Excessive feelings of guilt or answer is yes. Women should attend many of our Defence Team members emotional lability that may be the worthlessness their post-delivery check-ups with and their families: Postpartum Depres- result of rapid hormonal changes that • Difficulty with concentration – their physician. As with any mental sion. occur after delivery. The mom could slowed thinking, difficulty focus- health concern, early detection is be happy one moment and rapidly ing on a task. ideal. I cannot stress this enough - dis- The birth of a baby is a life-altering shift to tearful, irritable, weepy, anx- • Thoughts of death or suicide closing some of the above symptoms experience for women (and families). ious and/or have appetite and sleep Some of these symptoms can be is difficult, and in the moment, will It comes with the belief that a new issues. No medical interventions are difficult to identify because of the possibly add to the feelings of inade- mother will be happy, excited and required, just ongoing support and normal challenges that women and quacy or of feeling like a bad mother: will fall madly in love with their baby. reassurance. men face with having a new baby in however, these discussions can put But, what happens when that belief In contrast, postpartum depression the home, i.e. sleep difficulties, fatigue a person on the road to recovery. It does not hold true for a new mother? (PPD) is a form of depression that oc- or general worry about being a new can give women the opportunity to Instead, the mother struggles to bond curs within the first four weeks after parent and ensuring the child is safe experience the joy and happiness that with her child, distances herself from delivery. It impacts the bond building and cared for. But, being open and comes with having a child, along with her partner, experiences uncontrol- between the mother and child and honest with yourself and the family, strengthening the mother-child bond lable anxiety and/or feelings of guilt can impact parenting abilities, which along with your medical team can that is so important to development. and worthlessness; maybe begins to directly impacts child development. lead to early detection of PPD. Treatment for PPD is decided be- wonder “Am I crazy; What is wrong As result, it is quite important to diag- Unfortunately, there is no specific tween the mother and doctor and may with me?” In Canada, studies have nose and treat PPD, as soon as possi- cause for PPD in women; however, include a combination of medication, found that almost one quarter of ble, to prevent further complications. there are factors that may predis- psychotherapy and support groups. new mothers experience postpartum So, what does postpartum depression pose women to this issue, such as: For the military personnel reading depression (PPD), but what exactly look like for women? decreased self-esteem; prenatal this article: if you are concerned that is PPD? What are the implications? • Depressed mood – sad, tearful, depression; child care stress; prenatal you or a loved one may be experienc- What causes it? How do we treat it? numb. The mother may voice feel- anxiety; lack of support; relationship ing postpartum depression, please The first few weeks after delivery ings of inadequacy regarding her issues; history of depression; infant visit your Care Delivery Unit (CDU), can be described as an emotional ability to be a mom; voice concerns temperament; low socioeconomic sta- or your local hospital (IWK). There rollercoaster where the new mother over being a bad mother. tus; and unplanned/unwanted preg- are many resources in our city to help is experiencing significant hormonal • Anxiety – the mother may express nancy. Interestingly, there is limited treat and manage PPD; however, the changes, along with trying to adjust- anxiety around the baby’s health research on PPD in active military most difficult part will be to speak up ing to a life with a new baby. The and/or question her ability to care members, especially in Canada. Stud- and say, “Something is wrong, I need female body is working overtime to for her new baby. It is possible, in ies completed in the US have sug- help.” return to its prepregnant state, while PPD, to only have anxiety and no gested that active duty members may the mom trying to figure out “How, other depressive symptoms. experience higher rates of PPD than February 10, 2020 TRIDENT News 19

Bell Let’s Talk (Day and Every Financial Resources CRFM H et R, l’aide à la santé men- Ressources financières Day) There may be times when families tale ne se limite pas à un jour par an. Il arrive parfois que des familles In support of the movement, #Bell- are faced with personal financial Notre équipe Santé mentale et bien- soient aux prises avec des difficultés LetsTalk, staff at all three H&R challenges. There is an established être, composée de quatre travailleurs financières. Le cas échéant, si ces MFRC sites (Halifax, Shearwater criteria to determine eligibility for sociaux inscrits, offre une gamme de familles sont admissibles à une aide and Sydney) participated in Bell financial support (i.e. Financial As- services, de ressources et de pro- financière (fonds d’aide financière, Let’s Talk day on Wednesday, Janu- sistance Fund, funds, grocery cards) grammes pour soutenir les familles de argent, cartes d’épicerie) en vertu ary 29, 2020. Here at the H&R MFRC, and we work with families on a case militaires, y compris des services de des critères établis, nous travaillons however, support for mental health by case basis. conseil. avec elles au cas par cas. is not limited to one day a year. Our Les familles peuvent avoir besoin Mental Health & Well-Being Team, Emergency Child Care de soutien pour différentes raisons : Garderie d’urgence made up of four Registered Social The H&R MFRC, through the séparations liées au travail, difficultés En vertu de la politique sur les Workers, offers a range of services, Military Family Services Program parentales, problèmes relationnels, services de garderie d’urgence resources and programs to support (MFSP) Emergency Child Care (ECC) séparation ou divorce, chagrin ou du Programme de services aux military families. Policy supports families by facilitat- deuil, violence familiale. Les séances familles des militaires, le CRFM H Support can be accessed for ing short-term emergency childcare de counseling et les demandes d’aide et R aide les familles en leur don- a variety of reasons, including: requirements. There is an established sont habituellement traitées dans nant, sur une courte période, des work-related separations, parenting national criteria to determine eli- la journée ouvrable qui suit. Il est services de garde en cas d’urgence. challenges, relationship issues, sepa- gibility. Families are encouraged to aussi possible d’obtenir un rendez- L’admissibilité à ce service est ration and divorce, grief and loss, develop a comprehensive childcare vous en soirée, en dehors des heures établie en fonction de critères and family violence. Counselling plan and in the event this plan fails, normales. Les intervenants travail- nationaux. Il est important que les sessions and requests for support families are eligible to access MFS lent en étroite collaboration avec les familles prévoient un plan de garde, are typically addressed within one Emergency Child Care. This care is organismes communautaires et les mais dans l’éventualité où ce plan business day; evening appointments available 24/7 however, it may take partenaires afin de cibler le meilleur ne fonctionnerait pas, elles sont ad- outside of regular business hours several hours to put into place. In dis- plan d’action pour assurer le bien-être missibles au service de garde en cas can be accommodated upon request. cussion with the family, application of des familles. d’urgence. Ce service est disponible Counsellors work closely with com- resources will be decided on a case by En tant que membre de l’équipe en tout temps, mais il faut compter munity agencies and partners to case basis. de la santé mentale et du bien-être, plusieurs heures pour l’organiser. identify the most appropriate course l’officier de liaison avec les familles, Le recours aux différentes ressourc- of action to support a family’s well- Deployment Respite Child Care en partenariat avec le centre intégré es est convenu au cas par cas, avec being. We recognize that sometimes fami- de soutien du personnel, offre des la famille. As a member of the Mental Health lies need a break, especially during a services et du soutien aux familles des & Well-Being Team, a Family Liai- deployment. If a situation is not con- militaires blessés, malades ou décé- Service de garde de relève son Officer, working in partnership sidered an emergency but child care dés. Il arrive que les familles aient with the Transition Centre, provides would be considered beneficial to a besoin de repos, particulièrement services and support to military family’s well-being, a period of respite Services de soutien lors d’un déploiement. Si la situ- families coping with a CAF mem- child care may be available to a family. Il existe différentes ressources ation n’est pas considérée comme ber’s illness, serious injury or death. This service is a local enhancement de soutien à court terme dont les étant une urgence mais que le fait There is a range of short-term sup- to the MFSP Emergency Child Care familles des militaires peuvent béné- de confier l’enfant à un service de port resources available to military Policy. Our Family Well-Being Coun- ficier dans les moments difficiles. Ces garde pourrait être bénéfique pour families during exceptional circum- sellors work with families to address services, gérés par l’équipe de la santé la famille, cette dernière peut obte- stances. These support services are their specific needs. Please note that mentale et du bien-être, comprennent nir un service de garde de relève. managed by the Mental Health & certain eligibility criteria apply. ce qui suit, sans s’y limiter : Ce service constitue d’un complé- Well-Being Team and include, but To speak with a member of the ment local à la politique de service are not limited to, the following: Mental Health & Well-Being Team re- Hébergement de courte duré de garde en cas d’urgence du CRFM garding any of these services or any Nous gérons six appartements à H et R. Nos intervenants en bien- Short-Term Accommodations questions you may have, please call Halifax que nous mettons à la disposi- être auprès des familles travaillent We manage six apartments in 902-427-7788 and ask to speak with the tion des membres des FAC et de leur avec celles-ci pour répondre à leurs Halifax for CAF members and their Intake & Caseload Coordinator. famille lorsqu’une situation de crise besoins. Il est à noter que certains families to use when a crisis, compas- ou des circonstances exceptionnelles critères doivent être respectés. sionate or exceptional circumstance La journée Bell Cause pour la empêchent la famille de rester chez Pour parler à un membre de affects the family’s ability to remain cause (et tous les jours) elle. Le séjour est subventionné par l’équipe de la santé mentale et du in their home. The stay is subsidized Pour soutenir le mouvement, #Bell- le CRFM H et R, et la priorité ainsi bien-être au sujet de ces services, by the H&R MFRC and an established Cause, le personnel des trois CRFM H que la durée des séjours sont établies veuillez composer le 902-427-7788 et criteria is used to determine priority & R (Halifax, Shearwater et Sydney) a en fonction de critères définis. Notre demander à parler à la coordonna- stays and length of stay. We work with participé à la journée Bell Cause pour travail auprès des familles se fait au trice de l'admission et de la gestion families on a case by case basis. la cause du 29 janvier 2020. Ici, au cas par cas. des dossiers.

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What’s the score with local sports in your community? Send write-ups, photos, and results to Sports [email protected] HMCS Toronto takes MEGA Hockey Championship

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

The sailors of HMCS Toronto have a new piece of hardware to bring back to their ship after coming out on top at the 2020 MEGA Hockey Champion- ship. The tournament, organized by PSP Halifax staff, was held at the Shear- water Arena from January 20-24, with participating teams from HMC ships Toronto, Charlottetown, Montreal, and St. John’s, along with teams from Trinity, FMF Cape Scott, Base Logis- tics, Campus Atlantic, and MOG 5. Led by brothers and hockey stand- outs LS Anton Manson and LS Tris- ton Manson, the HMCS Toronto team went undefeated through the week, with wins over Campus Atlantic (8-4), HMCS St. John’s (9-1), MOG5 (3-0), and FMFCS (8-3). They then went up against Cam- pus Atlantic again in the semi-final, where an 8-0 victory secured their spot in the finals against HMCS Char- lottetown, who were hoping for the trophy after falling to HMCS Halifax in last year’s tournament. Toronto took control of the championship game early with a string of unan- swered goals, and while Charlottetown was able to make it competitive, they failed to catch up, ending with a 6-4 HMCS Toronto were the winners of the 2020 MEGA Hockey Championship, held at the Shearwater Arena from January 20-24. victory for Toronto. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF

The semi-finals saw HMCS Toronto take on Campus Atlantic, while HMCS Charlotte- HMCS Toronto defeated HMCS Charlottetown by a score of 6-4 in the final game. town faced off against HMCS Montreal. RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF February 10, 2020 TRIDENT Sports 21 Deadlines approaching local sports award nominations

By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff

Sports awards season is quickly ap- proaching, and with the annual CFB Halifax Sports Recognition Breakfast tentatively set for this April, PSP Halifax is seeking nominations for a number of different categories based on sporting accomplishments that took place in 2019. The Sports Achievement Awards (Environmental Awards), include categories like Male and Female Athlete of the Year, along with awards for Coach, Official, and Team of the Year. Those chosen to receive these MARLANT awards will then go on to be considered for the overall RCN awards, and if successful, will be nominated at the CAF Sports Awards ceremony in Ottawa later this fall. The local deadline for Achievement awards is February 28, and submis- sions should be submitted to PSP’s Isaac Habib at Isaac.Habib@forces. gc.ca. Nominations must include an 8x10 portrait, a sports action photo, and the completed form. The other local award with a quickly-approaching nomination deadline is the Admiral Jones Shield, presented annually to the The Formation Halifax men’s and women’s soccer teams have both been winners in recent years at the annual Sports Recognition service member who contributes Breakfast. PSP staff are currently seeking nominations for this year’s awards, based on accomplishments that took place in 2019. most in conduct, sportsmanship, and RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF character to sport across the Forma- tion. Only Non-Commissioned Mem- their personnel and to nominate appearance, participation in sports a nomination deadline of May 4. Win- bers can be nominated; section and eligible candidates. and fitness at all levels, including on ners are decided by a panel at NDHQ branch heads and command teams Criteria for the Admiral Jones the organizational and developmental in Ottawa. Nominations should be are strongly encouraged to consider Shield includes personal conduct and side, and supporting or being involved sent to Christine Charron at sport- in community activities. Admiral [email protected], Jones Shield nominations, or requests except for Soldier On nominations, for more information, should be sent which can be sent to SoldierOnNSNL- to Kevin Miller at Kevin.Miller3@ [email protected]. NHL trivia Forces.gc.ca. The deadline for submis- Full information on criteria for sions is March 5. submissions, along with the nomina- Another set of awards includes the tion forms themselves, can be found By Stephen Stone 15. New Jersey Devils CAF Sports Hall of Fame, CAF Sports online at the link: https://www. 16. Dallas Stars Honour Roll, Dedication to CAF cafconnection.ca/National/Programs- Here is a quiz for the true National 17. Edmonton Oilers Sports Award, Outstanding Contribu- Services/For-Military-Personnel/ Hockey League fan. Who holds the 18. Colorado Avalanche tion Award, and the new Soldier On Military-Sports/CAF-Sports-Awards/ regular goal scoring career mark for 19. Carolina Hurricanes Unconquered Award, which all have Nomination-Process.aspx the following teams? CAUTION! Not 20. Ottawa Senators the career leader in goals scored... That would be #99. But goals scored Answers on page 22 in a career for a single team. The goals scored when the franchise Naval Bursary Applications moved are not included. The Nova Scotia Naval Association of Canada (NSNAC) offers a bursary to Nova Questions Scotia students with a naval connection to 1. Montreal Canadiens 2. Toronto Maple Leafs pursue training at a recognized secondary 3. Detroit Red Wings educational institution. 4. Chicago Blackhawks NSNAC promotes the need for a capable Navy 5. New York Rangers 6. Boston Bruins and related maritime agencies to ensure Canada’s 7. St. Louis Blues security and sovereignty, encourages greater 8. Los Angeles Kings understanding of naval and maritime heritage, 9. Vancouver Canucks supports youth education and veterans related programs and fosters 10. Philadelphia Flyers fellowship and camaraderie among members and the maritime community. 11. Pittsburg Penguins 12. Buffalo Sabres Contact: www.navalassoc.ca/branches/halifax (download bursary trust application 13. New York Islanders form), or [email protected]. Applications deadline: April 15, 2020 180603 14. Calgary Flames 22 TRIDENT Sports February 10, 2020 Lunchtime yoga, led by Personnel Support Programs

This is a friendly reminder that PSP offers free lunchtime yoga every Tuesday (12- 1p.m.) at St. Brendan’s Chapel (2710 Admiral’s Way). While you’re there, you might even spot the Base Commander in tree pose. Yoga mats provided. Emily Morton, PSP fitness and sports instructor, is shown in photo. ARIANE GUAY-JADAH, CFB HALIFAX PA

NHL trivia

Questions on page 21 9. Daniel Sedin - 393 10. Bill Barber - 420 Answers 11. Mario Lemieux - 690 1. Maurice “The Rocket” Richard - 12. Gilbert Perreault - 512 544 13. Mike Bossy - 573 2. Matts Sundin - 420 14. Jerome Iginla - 525 3. Mr. Hockey – Gordie Howe - 786 15. Patrik Elias - 408 4. Bobby “The Golden Jet” Hull - 604 16. Mike Modano - 557 5. Rod Gilbert - 406 17. Wayne Gretzky - 583 6. John Bucyk - 545 18. Joe Sakic - 625 7. Brett Hull - 527 19. Ron Francis - 382 8. Luc Robitaille - 557 20. Daniel Alfredsson - 426

FEBRUARY 17TH, 2020 Come join us at CFB Halifax and 12 Wing for some Sports, Games, Arts & Crafts and other Fun Activities for the whole family! Hot Beverages & Snacks provided.

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Fitness and sports updates

By Trident Staff CFB Halifax Curling Club in Windsor Shearwater arena sports are from civilian members are welcome to Park from March 2-6, 2020. For more noon to 1.p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, participate. The group will convene at CAF Powerlifting Regionals will info, pls contact Brandon Lenentine at Thursday, and Friday. the STAD gardens in front of S-90 for take place from April 22-23 at Alder- [email protected] Boot camp is a mixture of strength, a PSP led warm-up. The walk will take shot. If numbers warrant it, the com- The CAF National Swimming endurance, and fun. This class is de- approx. 30 minutes and be approx. 2.5- petition may be extended by a day. Championships will be held from signed to challenge everyone, against 3km, heading towards Fort Needham Starting January 1, 2020 all CAF March 26-30, 2020 in Ottawa, in con- no one but yourself. Lift, run, move, and back. For more information please personnel, including Class A, B and C junction with the Ontario Masters jump, swing, pull, push, and smile. contact Lucas Hardie at 902-427-6335 or Reservists are eligible for the FORCE Swimming Championship. All skill and fitness levels welcome. email [email protected] Rewards Program. Floor Hockey championships will Monday/Wednesday, 6-7 p.m. The FORCE Rewards Program The FORCE Rewards Program take place at the 12 Wing Shearwater PSP Recreation offers a yoga location: Fleet Gym location, D216, uses rewards to recognize CAF Gym from April 13-17, 2020. For more class designed for everyone. Mondays, 10 a.m. and Tuesdays, personnel who achieve a high fitness info, pls contact Maddie McDonald at This class introduces foundational 1:30 p.m. HMCS Scotian loca- level by scoring Silver, Gold or Plati- [email protected] postures, balance postures, and move- tion: Fridays, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. num on the FORCE Fitness Profile. Try Taekwondo at the Shearwater ment with breath and focus. This Has competing a triathlon been on The FORCE Fitness Profile is a com- Sports, Fitness and Recreation Centre well-balanced class will get you out your bucket list? Don’t know where to bination of the FORCE Evaluation on Monday and Wednesday from of your head and into your body and start? Join the Navy Tridents Triath- score and waist circumference, when 6:30-9:00 p.m., and on Saturday from your breath. Modifications are always lon Club. Membership is $50 for mili- compared against other CAF person- 1:00-3:00 p.m. Ages 12 and above are welcome. Tuesday/Thursday, 6-7 tary members and their families, $60 nel of the same age-group and sex. welcome. p.m. and Sunday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for DND employees and their families, Rewards are claimed through http:// For more information, please con- Contact matthew.mackenzie5@forces. and $65 for civilian friends. Contact www.logistikunicorp.com and will be tact [email protected] gc.ca for more information. club president Lt(N) Sam Kehler at delivered to both CAF Regular and Shearwater gym sports are at the The CFB Halifax Walk takes place [email protected] or search Reserve locations across Canada gym from noon to 1 p.m., Monday to at 10:30 a.m. on the last Wednesday Navy Tridents Triathlon Club on MEGA Curling takes place at the Friday. of every month. Both military and Facebook. 24 TRIDENT News February 10, 2020

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