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• February 27, 2004 • Serving 8 Wing/CFB Trenton • 8e escadre/BFC Trenton • Volume 39 Issue Number 09 • MESSAGE FROM CAS-- 24 FEB 04 MORE TROOPS RETURN I thought it was important to address all of we only have a fixed budget. So as an Air you today in light of recent media commen- Force we have to determine what we need to tary regarding Wing closures. do. Then we have to get the Department to First,let me state that no decision has been assess our proposals and the Government taken to close Wings in Canada. To suggest ultimately to decide. But I would say in a gen- otherwise is completely inaccurate. However, eral sense we probably have more infrastruc- it is also false to say we have all of the resources ture than we need. we would like to do our jobs. But again, let me stress, no decisions have What does this mean? It means that, just been taken. We are looking at far more than like you, the Air Force will have to find ways just money. We are also looking at more effi- to live within its budget to get the job done cient ways of doing things, such as how we and transform into an Aerospace force capa- train. How many aircraft do we need and ble of dealing with the future security envi- what types? Where should they be based? ronment. How should they be equipped and manned? Photo: Cpl Gayle Wilson, 8 Wing Imaging The Air Force needs to evolve from what How do we deploy? How many Wings do MGen Andrew Leslie, on his return from deployment to Operation Athena (as we are today to Canada’s Aerospace force for we need? Where should they be? the Canadian Commander, Task Force Kabul and Deputy Commander, the future. Soon we will unveil a series of new You will undoubtedly hear many rumours International Security Assistance Force), is greeted by Chief of Land Staff strategic documents that will spell this out and opinions in the future. Listen to these Brigadier-General Marc Caron and 8 Wing Commander Colonel Dave Higgins. clearly. But, how we get there will depend on views, but be smart enough to determine the departmental and government policy deci- difference between policy and hearsay. The sions. These take time to implement, but the leadership of the Air Force will pass on Message du CEMFA – 24 fév 04 transformation planning we are doing today important information to our members as will have a far-reaching impact on the future soon as we can. Je crois qu’il est important de faire le point sur les locations internes afin de progresser dans notre of the Air Force. Bottom line is that to remain an effective propos qui ont été tenus dans les media récement transformation. Ces choix ne sont pas toujours How do we fund this? We have to be pre- force, Canada’s Air Force must continue to concernant la fermeture de bases. faciles. Personne ne veut voir ces capacités dimi- pared to make some internal re-allocations if reduce its operating costs.Tough choices must Laissez-moi vous assurer qu’aucune décision nuées.Toutefois, ces décisions sont nécessaires si on we are to move forward. This is not easy. be made soon so Canadians can rely on a n’a été prise concernant la fermeture d’escadres au veut se transformer. Nobody wants to have less of something, but strong Air Force well into the future. Canada. Les commentaires à cet effet sont com- Je veux toutefois réitérer qu’aucune décision plètement faux. Cependant, il est vrai que nous concernant les fermetures d’escadres n’a été prise. manquons de ressources pour accomplir notre Nous sommes actuellement en train d’évaluer mission et que nous avons plus d’infrastructures toutes nos ressources, nos activités et notre infra- CF STATION ALERT, RIGHT? que nécessaire. structure. Par exemple, nous évaluons notre sys- La Force aérienne doit apprendre à vivre tème d’entraînement, nos besoins en aéronefs, les avec le budget qui lui est alloué. Nous devons endroits où ils devraient être basés, l’équipement accomplir notre mission tout en continuant de et l’équipage dont ils devraient être munis, nos nous transformer en une force aérospatiale capa- pratiques en matière de déploiements, le nombre ble de s’adapter et de réagir au contexte de sécurité d’escadres, leur emplacement, etc. de demain. Je n’ai aucun doute que vous entendrez beau- Depuis les dix dernières années, la Force coup de rumeurs et d’opinions à ce sujet dans les aérienne a subi de nombreuses transformations. mois à venir.Vous pouvez leur prêter attention, Nous lancerons très bientôt une série de docu- cependant ayez assez de jugement pour faire la ments stratégiques qui expliqueront notre vision différence entre une politique et des ouï-dire. Le de la Force aérienne du futur. La concrétisation leadership de la Force aérienne vous informera de de cette vision dépendra bien sûr de son endosse- tout développement aussitôt que possible. ment par le ministère de la Défense nationale et L’essentiel à retenir c’est que pour demeurer le gouvernement du Canada. Le processus est une force efficace,la Force aérienne doit continuer long, toutefois les changements que nous entre- à réduire ses coûts d’opération. Des choix difficiles prenons aujourd’hui auront un impact direct sur devront être faits pour que les Canadiens puis- Photo: Cpl Gayle Wilson, 8 Wing Imaging la Force aérienne et ses membres. sent compter sur une Force aérienne solide dans le Nope! Believe it or not, this is 8 Wing Trenton in February! Brrr! Nous devons nous préparer à faire des réal- futur. The Contact 2 February 27, 2004 News An American in Trenton: The “best assignment I ever had” by Captain Ian Stock ing,” says the Canadian aircrews real- to make us all better.” Wing Public Affairs Pennsylvania born ly know how to get the Sassaman is honest Sassaman. most out of any situa- when asked what he’s “If you ain’t havin’ fun During Sassaman’s tion. And the leader- not going to miss most. flyin’ TAL, you’re doin’ stay at 8 Wing, he’s ship opportunity has “When you love to it wrong.” been employed in a been second to none,” fly like I do, the dimin- Words to live by variety of jobs with 436 says Sassaman. “For ished flying rates are an from Major Daryl Squadron, including example, Aircraft issue, but like everyone Sassaman, a 17-year Aircraft Commander Commanders here have else, we’ve learned to veteran USAF pilot (AC), Training Officer, far more responsibility. make do a lot more who will be completing Deputy Commanding For any young AC, it’s with less and really a four-year exchange Officer and Tactical Air just a great leadership make the best of the assignment with 436 Transport Officer experience.” situation,” he explained. Squadron on May 15 of When asked to In terms of skills “And frankly that’s Major Daryl Sassaman this year. describe some of the training, Sassaman says about it. Trenton has and it won’t be easy for Sassaman wanted to “I’ve got those words differences between the the Canadian flying been the best assign- them to leave either,” relay an important mes- inscribed on the bottom Canadian Air Force and expertise is top-notch. ment I ever had. In fact, says Sassaman. sage to everyone within of my e-mail signature US Air Force, “When it comes to I asked to stay an extra Is there any advice the 8 Wing/CFB block because I strongly Sassaman doesn’t hesi- Advanced Tactical year and I was lucky he wants to share with Trenton community. believe in the fun aspect tate to heap praise on Flying, we as enough to get it.” his fellow countryman “There isn’t a single of the job. Although his hosts for the past Americans can learn a Upon his return replacement, Captain individual here that I flying tactical airlift is a four years. lot from the Canadians, stateside, Sassaman will Jason Priddle, who will would not fly into com- very serious business, “As an American, and it will be my job to be posted to a flying job be arriving here from bat with. Everyone here you’ve got to have fun there are some subtle share what I’ve learned at Wright-Patterson Pope AFB for handover exhibits great pride and doing it too. And here differences between fly- here when I go home. I AFB in Dayton, Ohio duties in April? professionalism when at 436 Squadron, we all ing cultures and train- hope I’ve been able to before attending staff “Make sure you buy carrying out their mis- enjoy flying a lot. It’s ing programs, but flying impart a little bit of my college. a pair of hockey skates sions. I’m proud and just been an incredible a Herc is still flying a USAF experience here “I’ve been treated so and be prepared to get grateful to have had the opportunity for me here Herc, wherever you are. too. And that’s what it’s well by everyone within hooked on Tim opportunity to have and I can honestly say Obviously there are all about, sharing infor- the entire community. Hortons’ coffee!” cracks flown and worked with that I’m sad to be leav- resource issues, but mation and experiences My kids love it here Sassaman. everyone. It’s been great All joking aside, fun. Thank you!”

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Interest Rate 6.4%*6.4%* on $10,000.00 On February 21, the Labrador was called out to search for two individuals, or more on snowmobiles, who were last seen travelling on Lake Simcoe. The Lab was on a 1999 or newer vehicle! called out just before midnight and the crew found the search area covered by heavy snow showers and strong winds. The crew searched with night vision goggles but did not locate the individuals in question. The crew flew two sorties and was stood down before a third trip to the search area was undertaken. * Subject to OAC Credit Union Missions for 2004: 15 Missions for Feb.: 4 Persons rescued: 0 wwwwww..qquuiinntteeccoommmmuunniittyy..ccoomm The Contact 4 February 27, 2004 Opinion / Editorial The Contact Newspaper A message CanadianaCanadiana CrCrosswordossword The CONTACT is an unofficial publication of 8 Wing/CFB Trenton. from The CONTACT is a weekly military newspaper that provides accurate and timely coverage of issues and events at and affecting Canada’s largest and busiest air base — 8 Wing / CFB Trenton. We are the primary LCol Lewis internal and external communications tool for 8 Wing / CFB Trenton and began publishing in November, 1940. We strive to build awareness, On the front page of morale and ‘esprit de corps’ among both the military and civilian com- this week’s Contact, munities.It is our priviledge to showcase the efforts of the men and women of the Canadian Forces at work. The Editor reserves the right to you will find a message edit copy and reject advertising to suit the needs of the publication. from the Chief of the Views expressed are those of the contributor unless expressly attributed to DND, CF or other agencies. In case of typographical error, no goods Air Staff commenting may be sold and difference charged to this newspaper whose liability is on the recent story on limited to a refund of the space charged for the erroneous item. page 1 of the National Published every Friday with the kind permission of Colonel David Higgins CD, Wing Commander, 8 Wing / CFB Trenton. Post. From a CFB Trenton/8 Wing per- The Contact Staff spective, I want to reassure you that there Editor-in-Chief: Capt. Andy Coxhead is no plan to close this Editor: Andrea LeBlanc Base/Wing. Asst. Editor: Laurie McVicar While many Advertising Sales: Judy Leavere options are investigat- Media Marketing & Sales: Sandi Ramsay ed in order to allow Advertising & Promotions Assistant: Rorrie MacDonald the Air Force to per- Bookkeeper: Marilyn Miron form its mandate Circulation: Keith Cleaton within a fixed budget, Assistant Translator/Proofreader: MCpl Louise Fagan I have received per- PSP Manager: Bob Payette sonal reassurances Subscriptions: First Class postage charge $65.00 per year from the Commander for inside Canada, $130.00 for international. of 1 CAD that our formation is not being Guidelines for submissions: considered for closure. ARTICLES AND PHOTOS The article in the press was commenting on The CONTACT delivers news and information about 8 Wing / CFB Trenton; at home and around the world. We depend on you and our mil- the Command Impact itary community for articles, personal stories and photos. We work hard, Statements presented, with a limited staff, to bring you a quality weekly newspaper. You can help considerably by following these guidelines on preparing your submissions and these are used to for the paper: articulate specific • Articles should be typed in upper and lower case and in plain black areas of concern, text. Don’t worry about formatting with underlines, bolds, italics, colours, including presenting etc. Acronyms should be spelled out on first reference, and then abbrevi- ated when referred to thereafter. the need for additional • Do not include clip-art or graphics within your typed pages. Additional funding in support of graphics/logos may be sent as separate files. the CC130 operation. • Articles may be mailed, e-mailed or delivered in person. Non e-mail However, I think that submissions should be saved in rich text format (.rtf) and as “text only” on a 3.5” disk and accompanied by a hard copy of your article. you would agree that • Articles must include author’s full name, unit and phone #. our CC130 fleet is not • Wherever possible, photos should be included with your article. Include in danger of such dras- your name and caption on the back of each photo, and number multiple tic degradation that photos. Electronic photos should be saved in either a jpeg or tiff format at a high resolution,to ensure quality reproduction. there will not be any left flying in 10 years, Jpeg-Maximum (8X10), 300 dpi as suggested in the • Please label all disks and hard copies with article name, contact person article. and phone numbers, date. The further quote • Articles must be received by Tuesday at noon prior to print date at The CON- in the article that our TACT office. equipment “hasn’t been well maintained” This Week in is also a quote of Letters to the Editor: which I take great 1974--It has been a busy and eventful year for Mobile Command, with outstanding Internet: [email protected] exception. We should support from Air Transport Command. Approximately 8,000 C-130 hours were Intranet: LeBlanc AL@CFBTrenton@Trenton be very proud of our flown in support of FMC activities. Most of the training activities depended on air All letters and editorials must be signed and the name of the author accomplishments dur- transport.The Canadian Airborne Regiment based in Edmonton depends primari- will be published, unless otherwise requested. Include a phone num- ing these periods of ly on ATC airlift for its training and long range mobility. Last year ATC provided ber for verification. We reserve the right to edit while preserving the around 150 C-130 chalks for its continuation parachute training and small exercises. main objective of the writer. We cannot guarantee that any particular great operational and letter will be printed. Mail, e-mail, fax or drop in person to the pers tempo, and take Contact office. Please refer to the information at the bottom of the 1984--Col GRJ King thanks all participants, of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Bowl page for how to reach us. heart that our leader- ship is doing its best to for Millions, and officially declares team BAMEO as the winners of the CFB Trenton Base Commander’s Challenge. Their total pledge amount was $1,063.86, A Military provide us the finan- cial resources needed with BTNO in second place with $684.36. A great thank you also goes out to Sgt Community to perform our tasks. Harold Stoddart and the personnel at the Astra Bowling Lanes for hosting the chal- lenge and, in particular, Norma Brown and her committee for their outstanding con- Newspaper So, as articulated by tribution and enthusiasm in organizing and promoting the event. the CAS, you will hear through the proper 1994--Emergency Etiquette: (After a collision) Check the well-being of you, and Chain of Command, your passengers; if anyone is injured call the police or 911. If the car is movable, safe- The Contact newspaper is a Personnel Support Programs (PSP) entity long before you read ly move it to the roadside. Jot down key info about the other driver such as, name, and is not funded by public funds. Our newspaper relies about it in the press, of almost solely on revenues generated through advertis- address, number, license plate, car make and model, and the insurance company and ing and sponsorships. any changes within the policy number. In addition, you can sketch out the accident scene, (position of the Air Force. cars, and lanes) just in case you cannot remember later. Another key thing to The Contact Thank you. remember is to turn on your hazard lights, if you already got into an acci- Wing Headquarters Building Annex 8 Wing / CFB Trenton dent, two is worse and the third is not a charm. PO Box 1000, Station Forces LCol Bill Lewis ASTRA, ON K0K 3W0 8 Wing Administrative Created by Lt J. H. MacDonald Editorial: 613-392-2811 Ext. 7005 Fax: 613-965-7490 (Compiled by Kevin Leahy) Advertising: 613-392-2811 Ext. 2748 or 7008 Off icer February 27, 2004 The Contact 5 News Women’s Day Conference Open Stage! by Laurie McVicar sports at Trenton High gender equality and build Sunday Feb. 29th @ 4pm. Assistant Editor School,” stated Marshall. Canada into the country Addressing women’s it is today, as well as cele- Enjoy great local talent in In celebration of emotional and health brating the many women our warm, fun atmosphere! International Women’s issues will be Lieutenant who continue to work Day, 8 Wing/CFB Irene Dieryck, Wing towards these goals.” All Musicians Trenton will be holding Social Work Officer, and Marshall feels this Welcome! their third annual Kim Lamer, a Registered year’s speakers will Call Leigh for Details. women’s conference on Nurse. appeal to a range of age March 10 at the Astra “Irene will share with groups and stressed the Join us for great food and plenty of fun! Lounge. us how to balance our conference is open to Casual Dining & Sports Bar This year’s event, home and work life. She men as well. -specializing in themed “She’s On A will also share tips on “The women’s health Roll”, will feature five adding extra “spice” into issues are mainly for the STEAK • WINGS • SEAFOOD • PASTA • RIBS speakers and a variety of your relationship after older generation while information booths the children leave the the sports figure is main- 965-1939 throughout the morning nest,” said Marshall. ly for a younger genera- 2 Dundas St. E.,Trenton and afternoon. “Kim will discuss health tion. I hope we’ve been (Overlooking the Trent River) Among the speakers issues facing women able to span the genera- will be Donna Morrin, today, including tions,” said Marshall. Warden of Kingston menopause and growing Admission to the Penitentiary. old gracefully.” conference is free, how- “Donna will talk “Established in 1977 ever participants are about the challenges fac- by the United Nations, asked to bring donations ing women who work in International Women’s of toiletries for Three freshen up a fast moving, demand- Day provides an oppor- Oaks Foundation. To home show ing, unforgiving environ- tunity to reflect on the sign up for this event, March 3RD-7TH ment that is constantly progress made to advance contact Mary Marshall at changing and frequently women’s equality, to local 2247. under public scrutiny and assess the challenges fac- the special demands this ing women in contempo- places on family, friends rary society, to consider and ourselves personal- future steps to enhance ly,” said Mary Marshall, a the status of women and, member of the confer- of course, to celebrate the ence’s organizational gains made in these committee. areas,” states Status of Lise Allin, President Women Canada (SWC). FOR FRESH HOME RENOVATION IDEAS, COME TO THE QUINTE MALL HOME of Money Concepts in This year’s theme was News is an SHOW. SEE DISPLAYS AND TALK TO THE EXPERTS: ABSOLUTE GENERAL Belleville and recipient chosen as a way to recog- CONTRACTORS LTD. BATH FITTERS. BATH SOLUTIONS. 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Daley date on what’s happen- “The Huskies”. The reflected its members sions with approxi- (ISAF), the strategic ing in our corner. name Husky, adopted working philosophy in mately 4,000 personnel airlift that the Welcome to “The As a new member of by members of RCAF the past and is still rep- flown in our CC-150 Squadron has provided Huskies Corner”. the Squadron, I was in the fall of 1944, was resentative of the Airbuses. Although has meant numerous Although you often curious to know about suitably chosen because Squadron attitude there were many crew missions for our mem- read about us during the day-to-day activi- the Husky dog was today. For instance, changes and stops in bers and a very hectic VIP missions, especial- ties of life here at 437 believed to be a coura- during the holiday sea- between, and lets not time for the Squadron ly when dignitaries and (T) Sqn. I was also geous dog, capable of son, when many mili- forget the heavy loads as a whole. 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As winding down from a we are happy to have the deployment of 437 (T) Husky Squadron’s name, and well, the Husky worked busy year of work, The served you well during about 1,900 military Squadron would like to thus, began to research incredibly hard and Huskies are gearing up the holiday season. troops and has kept our inform you of our more the Squadron’s history. extremely well in a for a busy couple of As well, 437 (T) Squadron personnel routine activities for With some effort, I team environment. weeks reuniting CF Squadron enters this constantly on the move. the past several weeks was able to find out This description of members with their new year remaining on Despite this and to keep you up to why we call ourselves the Squadron had families and loved a high operational demanding time how- ones. 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DATED at the City of Belleville, in the County of Hastings, the 27th day of February, 2004. BY ORDER OF THE BOARD DAVE SCARLETT, SECRETARY February 27, 2004 The Contact 9 News 8 Wing, CFSCE partner for EX Co-op Investment

by Capt Jeff Szumlanski, facilities. Delicious meals 8ACCS TSO from the field kitchen sup- plied by the CF Joint Signal For the first time in six Regiment (CFJSR) in years, 8 Wing / CFB Kingston were a big hit Trenton and the Canadian with both students and Forces School of staff, greatly improving Communications and morale while camping in Electronics (CFSCE) in arctic tents out in the field. Kingston partnered togeth- “The main objectives of er to provide a short expo- the exercise were achieved,” sure to junior communica- said Captain Jeff tion officers in training to Szumlanski, the 8ACCS the complexity of providing Technical Services Officer communications support to and Field Training Exercise Several CFSCE junior communication officers work deployed Air Force opera- Coordinator. “The with 8ACCS shelters and communications equipment tions. CFSCE students were able in a simulated Airlift Control Element (ALCE). The field training exer- to use real communications Szumlanski’s perspective, “I Modernization Project. cise, held at CFB equipment, while working think the students received After nearly eight Mountainview during the and interacting with the a good appreciation of just months of classroom theory week of Feb. 16-20, 2004, 8ACCS technicians during how difficult it can be to training in Kingston, the was appropriately named setup of the shelters, electri- provide reliable communi- field exercise marks a pin- “Exercise Cooperative cal power, radios, and satel- cation systems when you nacle in the progression of Investment” to reflect the lite communications equip- are no longer sitting at your the CELE (Air) course. In number of different organi- ment, and have fun while office desk.” less than two weeks, 26 jun- zations that worked togeth- learning in a practical envi- The training value ior Communication and er to make the exercise hap- ronment.” 8ACCS received was also Electronics Engineering pen. 8 Wing/CFB Trenton CFSCE students were extremely beneficial. The (CELE) officers will gradu- was one of the largest part- required to use HF and Squadron took advantage ate and begin employment ners, providing access to the VHF radios, fax machines, of the opportunity to with their first units, with 8 simulated austere airfield at INMARSAT and IRIDI- deploy a significant amount Wing slated to receive three Mountainview—a superb UM satellite terminals, Air of the new shelters and of the students. Two will be training environment to Force Deployable Network equipment recently deliv- employed at 8 WTISS and stage the deployed operat- (AFDNet) laptops and the ered as part of the 8ACCS another with ATESS. ing location. 8ACCS, 8 new 8ACCS VSAT system WTISS, and ATESS con- to communicate between tributed deployable com- three physically separated munications equipment, locations, each with differ- manpower, network sup- ent types of equipment pro- port and access to their vided. From Capt

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“There are many things I’ll miss, yet so many things I’ve gained”

8 Wing/CFB Trenton classes, developing per- HLTA, I found home to Photo: Submitted Fitness Instructor Jennifer sonal fitness programs, be in Camp Drvar with Lecuyer has been working PT testing and organiz- the Royal Canadian with CFPSA in Bosnia ing sports events, Regiment (RCR). Drvar since late July. She is whether they are inter- is slightly bigger, but not expected to return in camp competitions or by much - here we have March. She recounts her weekly events. I also do about 150 troops. experiences in the following other tasks, such as We are currently in article. organizing games night, the process of closing this I’ve been in Task facility maintenance, bike camp too, and I’ve now Force Bosnia- repairs (constantly!) and been given the name Herzegovina for a little have been known to act “Angel of Death”; every over six and a half as the “party committee” camp I move to seems to months now and even as from time to time. close! Both camps have I write this, I can’t believe For the first part of been a great experience it’s been that long; time the tour, I was located in for me. Being the Fit. had truly flown by! Camp Bihac. I arrived Coord. gives me an My job as a Fitness there near the end of advantage due to the level Sports and Recreation Roto 12, and spent some of interaction I have with Coordinator for CFPSA time there with the guys the troops, which makes Jen Lecuyer (far left) poses with fellow competitors after a 5km “fun run”in Zgon. has kept me quite busy; from Roto 13 as well, it very easy to feel at maybe that’s why these which was great because home quickly. member of the volunteer well-deserved breaks, Being here has been past months have gone so it allowed me to meet and During my time here firefighter team, which which has allowed me to quite an experience for quickly for me. work with two different I’ve gotten to participate was great since this was do some traveling. For me. There are many Although, I must say that groups of people. This in different activities on something that I was try- my first R&R, I spent things that I will miss, yet I truly feel I have the best camp had approximately my own time, when I get ing to do back in Canada four days exploring I have so many things I job over here by far. 110 troops, who were some. Working six-day prior to my departure. Budapest, Hungary, have gained and can take I’m basically in charge mainly Reservists from weeks, and even some- I’ve also competed in which was a great time. with me. All the profes- of keeping the troops all across Ontario. Near times seven, makes it a couple of running Although I didn’t get sional and personal busy on their “off ” time. I the end of December the hard to find any “me events at Camp Zgon, much “rest and relax- growth I’ve gained the do various tasks, such as camp closed down, and time”. However, I have one 5km where I placed ation”, I did get to do and new friends, and the teaching group fitness upon my return from found time to become a 2nd in the women’s divi- see a lot of things. For my amazing memories. But sion, and one 10km (right HLTA (19 days off ) I along with the things I after my HLTA; bad decided I wanted some will be leaving behind Now the real work begins idea) where I placed 3rd warm weather, so I head- here, there are so many in the women’s. Along ed off to Costa Rica, things I look forward to knowing that I was with all the work we do, which was amazing. upon my return home; another statistic, did I we are also given some With my last R&R soon great friends, family, and REALLY think the Confessions approaching I will be let’s not forget that big course was going to heading to Bled, Slovenia cup of Timmy’s I’ve been help? No (sorry Cheryl). for one day, then heading dreaming about for the Did it? Yes. It didn’t give Kids from the to Venice, Italy for the past six and a half me the instant weight remainder of my time off. months! See you soon! loss that I’ve looked so Karnival Laurie McVicar Gym long for in both fad diets and prescription drugs, News from the RecPlex Monday, February 23 more troubling is the but it didn’t promise it South Side Gym fact that 33 per cent of either. What it promised The Community Recreation Association is now Last Thursday marked Canadian boys (aged 7- was to provide the tools I offering daily snowshoe rentals. $10 for adults and the final session of my 13) in 1996 were likely needed to “change my Sunday, Feb. $5 for children. Call the RecPlex at 3361 for info. Weight Wellness course. to be overweight as fate”, so to speak. A As I noted when I adults. This was up from strange choice of words I 29, 2004, Spring Classes began the course, I was 11 percent in 1981. For know, but when you con- dubious that a 12-week girls of the same age, 27 sider there’s an 80 per Spring Evening Fitness Classes are ready for regis- course could deal with a per cent were likely to be cent likelihood that we noon to 4 p.m. tration. Call the RecPlex at 3361 for details. lifetime struggle with overweight by the time will become obese if our Admission: $3 food. It didn’t make they were adults, com- parents are, it’s a pretty Help Wanted sense. It’s not that I did- pared to 13 per cent in accurate statement. Recreation Camp Leaders needed for the March n’t have faith in the 1981. Those are some Thank you, Cheryl, Lots of new Break Program. Experience with children pre- teaching abilities of pretty scary numbers, for providing your stu- games and activ- ferred. Must be 16 years of age and possess current Cheryl Rothenburg, don’t you think? dents with some excel- Standard First Aid and CPR C certificates. Health Promotion What’s even more lent information and ities. Win prizes Resumes accepted at the RecPlex. Director and the course’s frightening is the instilling in us an aware- at every game. facilitator, it just seemed immense pressure obesi- ness of what it takes to March Break Camp to be another band aid ty has put on our already live a healthy life. Monday to Friday, March 15 - 19, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. approach to a world- frail health care system. Instead of simply dealing LASER TAG , live Before and after care available (must pre-register). wide epidemic. In 1997, approximately with the effects of entertainment, Cost:Military Community: $75 for one child, Frankly, anyone who 2.4 per cent of the total overeating, I’m now con- refreshments. $135 for two children, $175 for three children. has heard today’s stats health care budget was scious of what the root Non Military: $80 for one child, $145 for two regarding obesity would devoted to this illness. of it is. Hopefully the children, $190 for three children. Register now at share my pessimistic (yet The three contributors results will continue to Donate to Food the RecPlex, 392-2811 ext 3361. realistic) view. According were hypertension, type be positive and I can, Bank for a to Statistics Canada 2 diabetes, mellitus and once and for all, join the Ski Passes almost half of all coronary artery disease. other half of Canadians chance to win a Batawa Ski Hill Daily Family Passes now available Canadians are over- Knowing all of this in enjoying the “lighter” prize! at the RecPlex. $15.00/family/day. weight. What’s even information beforehand, side of life. Available to Military and CRA Members only. February 27, 2004 The Contact 11 Feature Local youth doing well in pre-novice dance circuit by Laurie McVicar third in their Free Dance. If two skaters match Assistant Editor The combined results for up well, then they skate the three segments gave together to see how well If you ever want to witness them a second place finish they adapt to each other’s what pure joy looks like, overall and, with their style. watch 17-year-old Simon Challenge silver medal, “Part of the success of Gagnon and his 14-year- they were on their way to a team depends not only old partner Anna the Junior Nationals.” on their ability to skate, Stanislavska slice through Anna and Simon per- but their ability to com- the ice as the gentle strains formed exceptionally well municate verbally and of a ballroom melody res- at the event, held February non-verbally together,” onate off the walls of the 4-7 in Nepean, and said Andre. skating rink. returned home with an “You have to know The couple have been eighth place finish in a what each other is think- steadily climbing up the field of sixteen dance ing. You don’t always ranks of the competitive teams. The results were know what the other per- skate circuit since they impressive considering son intends to do. first began training in this was the first national Sometimes they don’t March 2003. They com- event for a team that had know what they intend to peted for the first time at only been together for less do,” said Simon. the Central Ontario than a year. According to his par- Section Summer Skate Simon and Anna com- ents, Simon was destined 2003, where they finished plement each other well. to become figure skater. second in Pre-Novice “She’s the wilder one, “The first time he was Compulsory Dances and she’s more open to doing in a rink was when he was sixth in Pre-Novice Free some crazy things,” said about two weeks old,” said Photo: Submitted Dance. Since then, it’s Simon.“She’s not afraid to his mom, Helene only gotten better. be very artistic on the ice.” Cadotte-Gagnon. “He’s Anna Stanislavaska and Simon Gagnon perform the American Waltz at the Eastern “The first qualifying “They’re very different. been skating since he was Challenge last December. The couple took home a second place overall finish. event of the season was (Anna) thinks of all the three.” and then do spirals on his two nights a week with active in the skating circuit the 2004 BMO Financial funny moves. Simon is Simon’s older sister, way back to the bench,” the Quinte Figure Skating either as a coach or as a Group Skate Canada said Andre. Club, and maintaining his competitor. His ultimate Eastern Ontario Simon’s schedule is a honour roll average as a goal is to some day skate Championship, held in hectic one that involves grade 12 student at St. in the Olympics. Ottawa from November training with Anna three Paul’s High School in ““If you’re not working 14-16. Anna and Simon times a week in Trenton. towards that, what the left this competition as the Scarborough (she lives in In the long term, point of (competing),”said Skate Canada Eastern West Toronto), skating Simon hopes to remain Simon. Ontario Section Pre- Novice Dance Champions, finishing first amongst five couples reg- Pet Particulars istered for this event,” said Pet Particulars Simon’s extremely proud father, Major André Farewell to a good boy Gagnon. Nine years ago we found him... or should I say, he found us? We What made this win named him “Keiko” after the whale from the movie Free Willy more exhilarating was the because he too was big, black and white, and in need of a home. On fact that their names will a particularly cold winter night we brought him inside and officially rest on the same trophy became a two-cat household. Our vet guessed Keiko to be about six that was presented years years old and concluded that he was in good health. He remained ago to two of Canada’s that way for four years but then we noticed something was wrong. former top skaters, Keiko started to lose weight quickly and drank excessive amounts of Isabelle and Paul water. “Diabetes,” our vet said.To keep him alive Keiko would need Duchesnay. insulin injections every day. After a moment of panic, we purchased In December, Anna the medicine, got a quick course in giving a needle and went back and Simon competed at home with our boy. People have diabetes and live happy and pro- the 2004 BMO Financial ductive lives--so would my cat. The cost involved in caring for him Group Skate Canada for the next five years was minimal and the slight inconvenience was Eastern Challenge. worth it. They say people with pets live longer because animals “This competition saw relieve stress. I believe this is true. Keiko always seemed to know competitors from Oakville Photo: Submitted when I was upset and would follow me around the house until I east to Newfoundland would take a time-out to pet him.Soon I would hear the loud,calm- vying for a place at either Simon and Anna took fourth place with their ing purr from him. He would jump up into my lap and I would the Canadian or the version of Keats Foxtrot, the first compulsory spend a few minutes enjoying his company.Suddenly the things that Junior Nationals dance at the Eastern Challenge. were bothering me didn’t seem so important and I remembered that Champion-ships. Sixteen life is good! Last week Keiko left this world. His body could no Pre-Novice Dance com- more the scientific one she added, was also longer handle the demands of its disease. Many people can’t under- petitors were hoping to who thinks of how to do involved with figure skat- stand the extreme loss and sadness I feel, after all he was “just a cat.” achieve a top eight finish, it,” said Helene. ing while his older brother But he was MY cat and I loved him. I hope he knew that. the key to the Junior The process of choos- played hockey. Nationals ing a partner is a compli- “We told him in order Championships,” said cated one, said Andre. for him to play hockey, he André. “Anna and Simon “A try out can last all of needed to learn how to were the first skaters to hit 10 seconds.The first thing skate,” said Helene. the ice and managed a they do is put the two “I played hockey one fourth place in the Keats skaters side by side and year,” said Simon, with a Foxtrot, the first compul- look at them. If you have a smile. sory dance for this event. man with very long legs “It was pretty easy to They finished first in the and a female who’s the figure out that he wouldn’t second compulsory dance, same height but mostly play hockey when he’d just the American Waltz, and torso, it’s finished.” watch the puck go by him The Contact 12 February 27, 2004 News 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 HOROSCOPES3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Stoddart and Garrah win big Revised ASTRO ADVICE WEEKLY By Eugenia Last February 29 – March 6 On Saturday, February 21, defeated Dave Aucoin of Stoddart then faced the ARIES (March 21-April 19): Get ready for some good conversations on Astra Lanes was the host Club Medd bowl in number one seed, Mike the 29th, 1st and 2nd. Someone who interests you will cross your path and meal influence the way you do things in the future.Your confidence is back on the for the Cogeco Five Pin Trenton by only two points Chapple from Astra lanes 3rd and 4th and you’re ready to take on the world both personally and pro- Challenge. and then went to the finals and took a commanding fessionally. Competitive activities will fuel the fire within you enabling you This was the culmina- against the top seed ,Mike lead with seven strikes in a times at to go to great lengths in order to reach your goals. Attending social events tion of over 1500 bowlers Bolton of Quinte Bowl in row to start the game and on the 5th and 6th will lead to love, romance and adventure. You’ll be enter- taining, creative and you will certainly make a lasting impression. competing for $10,000.00 Belleville. Garrah rolled 34 went on to win the match TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Put on your thinking cap on the 29th,1st and in prize money. This is the pins over her average to 360 - 195. Yukon 2nd and you will find a way to improve your financial situation. Consider first time that this area has defeat Bolton what you always dreamt of becoming and think about getting back on course. Being proactive will be to your benefit. Duck — before you end up hosted an event where both who was +2. Galley taking the blame for something you didn’t do on the 3rd and 4th. the Scratch bowlers and On the Accomplishment can be yours if you don’t let anyone drag you into his or the Pins Over Average scratch side her melodrama. You should consider making some home-improvement Effective 15 Mar 04, plans on the 5th and 6th. Love will take over if you are giving, patient and bowlers get to compete for Terry Chapman affectionate. Lend a helping hand to people or pets in need. the same prize structure in from Dodds some changes will be GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Put your energy into what means the most to the same event. Lanes in implemented at the you on the 29th, 1st and 2nd. Once you have made up your mind what it is The finals will be aired Hastings had to Yukon Galley to maxi- you want to pursue, the rest will fall into place.Your past experience will help to guide you. Use your imagination on the 3rd and 4th when it comes to on Cogeco 4 Television on come up against mize the use of the money-making ventures. If you have a good idea, share it. Romance can be Saturday Feb. 28th at 2 Mike Stoddart. facility and resources. a big part of your evening if you get out and socialize.If you are shirking your p.m. and again Sunday, Stoddart defeat- Due to extremely domestic responsibilities on the 5th and 6th, you will find yourself in a very limited usage of the poor position. If you are unwilling to compromise and get along, you can Feb. 29th at 4 p.m. Tina ed Chapman Tina Garrah and Mike Stoddard expect to face consequences. Garrah of Gananoque 266 – 241. display their winning cheques. dining facility between CANCER ( June 21-July 22): Your emotional sensitivity will be easily rec- meal hours, fixed meal ognized on the 29th, 1st and 2nd so don’t be afraid to follow through with periods will be set for a few words about the way you feel and what your intentions are. You’ll be happy you did. Don’t let things get you down on the 3rd and 4th or you’ll the production lines miss out on all the excitement. Being a curmudgeon will stifle the possibil- To including the main ity of meeting someone who could fill a void in your life. You may be think- LLOOCCAALL steam line, deli bar and ing about changing your direction on the 5th and 6th. Take pride in help- pizza/pasta. ing someone you care about.The more you do within groups, the better you Serve AANNDD TTRRAADDEESS will feel about yourself. SSEERRVVIICCEESS This is not bad LEO ( July 23-Aug. 22): Change is greatly needed on the 29th, 1st and 2nd You news. In these times of in order to bring about the kind of reform that will make a difference to constant resource something you believe in. Make it happen by using your power of persua- Classified Advertising 392-2811 ext 3976 24 Hour Faxing 965-7490 email:[email protected] sion. You will not only drum up the support needed but you are likely to scrutiny, savings will be attract a very interested partner. Keep the pressure on if you are working on made in labour and a financial venture on the 3rd and 4th. If you wait too long, you aren’t likely Auto Body Repair Bobcat Service energy usage but the to close the deal. Challenging yourself on the 5th and 6th will help you real- convenience of the ize what it is you should be doing.Your past experiences must be considered. LOCAL GinCo VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t let anyone push you on the 29th, 1st Bobcat Services Galley will remain for and 2nd. 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You may be drawn to an D- Springs Inspections Whether you have good or bad D credit, give us a call! unusual lifestyle or philosophy on the 3rd and 4th that will cause some Suspension General EFFECTIVE 15 problems for you in both your personal and professional life. Reevaluate DService DRepairs Trillium Mortgage MAR 04 what it is you want to do with the rest of your life. Don’t let your creative Cars - Trucks - Vans - Buses Services, Kingston Trailers & Heavy Trucks Main Steam Line dreams fall by the wayside on the 5th and 6th. Bring them back to the 1-888-531-0770 or Hours: forefront where they belong. Parts & Service - Call Kevin 613-542-6512 SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Watch out for shysters who want to 613-962-1132 Breakfast: 0600 - 0830 take your money on the 29th, 1st and 2nd. Fast-talking investment bro- at Hwy.37 & Casey Rd., Belleville Ask for Russell or Elaine hrs. kers will only dazzle you with unlikely possibilities. 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Welcome to the Contact Newspaper’s Community Events page! Thanks to the generosity of Trenton’s Centre Theatre, we can now feature (space permitting) public service announcements, community events and help promote non-profit and charitable organizations in the Quinte area. Fax us at 965-7490 or email to [email protected], at least 10 days prior to your event. Call 392-2811 Ext. 7005 for more information.

The Canadian ANNUAL HOME BUYERS/ Mental Health SELLERS SEMINAR Association Hastings and Prince The MFRC is hosting a seminar so personnel may Wednesday Night Out! Everyone Welcome! Edward Branch Coordinator, Eve Lawrence, 965-3595 obtain information in a “no pressure - no obliga- tion” atmosphere. Activities…Workshops every Wednesday night. Childcare is available--if your partner is CMHA is a non-profit deployed childcare is FREE. You need to call ahead to reserve your spot for both child- Speakers will be: agency that strives to • A professional home inspector who will pass on care and the workshop. We need to have some idea of the number of participants. enhance the mental well- March 3 – Introduction to Assertiveness Training- Irene Dieryck, from the ness and quality of life of the items to look for when assessing the con- Base Social Work Office, will give an overview of assertiveness training for people in our diverse struction of a home. women. Learn how to establish boundaries and say “no” without feeling guilty. community. The agency • A real estate lawyer who is familiar with the March 10 – Auras – Everyone is surrounded by an aura. Come and discover the is currently recruiting vol- restrictions on DND purchases and sales. colour and essence of your aura. Linda Shepherd will lead this session and talk unteers for the following: • A Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation about intuition and instinct. • Warm Line Telephone (CMHC) representative who will outline the March 17 - March Break- Pizza and a movie night--$5.00 each. Support Program financing options for the purchase of a home and • Homelessness March 24 - Treasure Mapping - Create the world that you wish for through the penalties associated with closing a mortgage Initiative prior to the renewal date. visualization and discover your artistic talents. Alexandra Barker, author of • Assertive Telephone "Relief Beyond Belief," will facilitate this workshop. • A realtor who will discuss the buying/selling Outreach Program process and provide a site-specific real estate March 31 - Brighton Garden Centre - Seeding Demonstration - Theresa will If you have a strong inter- talk about the various types of seeds and the best method of germination, as est in helping others and package for those who are buying a home at their well as when and how to start them. making a difference in next posting location. your community, call Ann The seminar is open to the general public. It is @ (613) 969-8874. being held Wednesday, March 10 at 7 p.m. at the CMHA is a United Way Siskin Centre. There is no cost, and door prizes Agency and refreshments will be provided.

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Wing Chaplain/ Aumônier de l’escadre – Major Lloyd Clifton (Presbyterian) Administrative Assistant/Adjointe administrative – Manon Pilon Ext 2490 UNIT CHAPLAINS / AUMÔNIERS DES UNITÉS Padre Rick Gould Padre Catherine Morrison WORSHIP SERVICES

OUR LADY OF PEACE (RC) ST CLEMENT ASTRA (PROTESTANT) NOTRE-DAME-DE-LA-PAIX (CR) Chapel Life Co-ordinator Chapel Life Co-ordinator/Responsable de la Matthew Lucas (Bapt.) communauté chrétienne Padre Bastien Leclerc (RC) WORSHIP SERVICE MASS Sunday Mass (English) 0900 hrs Divine Worship (Sun) 1130 hrs Messe Dominicale: 1015 hrs Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month CONFESSION Mid-Week Communion Wed 1230 hrs At all times PARISH ORGANIZATIONS PARISH ORGANIZATIONS Parish Council 3rd Thurs 1900 hrs Knights of Columbus 1st Thurs 1900 hrs Chapel Guild Last Tues 1930 hrs CWL 2nd Tues 1900 hrs Chorale Merc 1900 hrs Choir Tues 1900 hrs Silhouettes of Mary 2nd & 4th Thurs 1830 hrs

BAPTISM/BAPTÊME Please allow 30 days notice for preparation. / Communiquer avec le bureau des aumôniers au moins 30 jours avant la date désirée. MARRIAGES / MARIAGES It is necessary to contact the chaplains’ office prior to setting a date. Failure to do so could result in disappointment. Afin d’éviter des déceptions, il est important de communiquer avec le bureau des aumôniers avant de choisir votre date. DUTY CHAPLAIN/ AUMÔNIERS EN DEVOIR After working hours, for emergency only, please call the base operator at 392-2811 and ask for the duty chaplain. / Après les heures de travail, pour les urgences seulement, svp appeler la télé- phoniste de la base au 392-2811 et demandez l’aumônier en devoir . The Contact 14 February 27, 2004

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K8V 5R5 Scouting has organized, the dehumidifiers, washers, Attention: dryers & stoves. $475/mth + utilities. first of the hopefully annual Sally Cowan event in the new Algonquinte We certify appliances Call Kenmau News we can Area which covers Scouting For service call 962-4048 Property Management activities from Prince For parts call: 966-6966 use? Call us! Edward County in the South 392-2601 Locals 7005, to Whitney and the surround- 3978 ing communities in the DEADLINES !!! North, and from Napanee in the East to Colborne in the Editorial: Tuesday noon Announcement Announcement West. We have several local Advertising: Wednesday noon Garages and Auto Dealers and Truck Fleets and Service Questions: local 3976 Centres who have agreed to sponsor this event with Trophies and other assistance. There will be Announcement weather permitting an out- door display of real race cars representing several different forms and types of racing. Date: Saturday March 27th 04 Place: CFB Trenton Gym Time: 09.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Displays of local race cars in parking lot (weather permitting). Refreshments available. Trophies for all winners and Best Design. Crest for all participants. Camping in local area will be available. Registration forms and rules will be out early in 2004. Watch for them! Any questions please contact: Nick Fry at: 477-2829, e-mail, [email protected] or Mike Young at: 394-0037, e-mail, [email protected] February 27, 2004 The Contact 15 Real Estate Why not visit us online at: www.cfbtrenton.com

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