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www.tridentnewspaper.com Family Days Midway rides are a highlight of DND Family Days each year. Add to those the inflatable amusements, RHIB rides, face painting, and free cookies at the Sobeys display, and DND Family Days is a guaranteed good time for all. MEGHAN FASH, PSP
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A new addition this year was a glider, displayed by 615 Bluenose Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron. Farther down the jetty is a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter from 12 Wing A static display of a CH-148 Cyclone attracts much interest from adults and children Shearwater. alike. MEGHAN FASH, PSP RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF DND Family Days brings the Canada 150 spirit to CFB Halifax
By Ryan Melanson, ter offering rides, and kids were check- Trident Staff ing out Army artillery and Military Police vehicles. For HOTEF members Just two short weeks before cel- from 12 Wing Shearwater, it was also a ebrating Canada’s 150th birthday, chance to bring out the CH-148 Cyclone Halifax’s DND community got to- for a rare public display and to invite gether for an early bash over June 16 visitors inside the static chopper. and 17. With a theme of ‘Oh Canada: “This is actually the first time we’ve Celebrating 150 Years,’ the 21st edition flown one anywhere for a public dis- of DND Family Days, presented by play, so it’s pretty exciting,” said Maj PSP Halifax and Sobeys, was all about Erik Weigelin. Crews towed a cyclone showing Canadian pride and having a to the Shearwater Aviation Museum Personnel from FDU(A) offered RHIB rides around Halifax harbour on both Friday great time doing it. earlier for a Family Fun Day in Shear- and Saturday. Maple leaf cookies, patriotic face water, but the flight to Halifax for RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF painting, Canada 150 swag at sponsor Family Days marked a new milestone. booths, and even the iconic Molson “Most people who’ve come to see it cake, winning the judges over with “We thought I might have to stay be- Canadian Beer Fridge giveaway all actually think it’s a Sea King, so we’ve his double chocolate biscuits. hind while he went with the kids, but helped add the Canada 150 vibes to been educating a little bit,” he said. “I’m a sucker for chocolate,” said now I’ll definitely be going too; this is the always-exciting atmosphere at the The barbecues kept the guests fed LCdr Craig Gillis as he cast his vote. so great for us,” she said as she came Dockyard as families gathered for two through the weekend, but anyone But all three of the shortcakes were up to claim her prize. days of fun to thank them for their with a sweet tooth had a special treat hits, with the three chefs demoing the Things may have gotten a little hard work and service to their country. on Saturday, as Sobeys held its annual recipes and speaking to the crowd as soggy at the Family Days site as the And of course, the usual Family cookoff with three head chefs from they prepared the desserts. They each weekend came to a close after steady Days features were back for the 21st local Sobeys stores. They battled it out made plenty of samples to hand out to rain on Saturday, but for CFB Hali- time, with all the hallmarks of a family to impress the panel of judges, made everyone who wanted to try. fax Base Commander Capt(N) Paul carnival like snacks, rides, games and up of senior officers and this Trident “It’s a lot of fun for us, we don’t Forget, experiencing the event for the inflatables. But being inside HMC Dock- reporter, with their unique takes on always get to do things like this so I first year in his new role, the event yard, military assets are also on display delicious strawberry shortcakes. In love to see everybody try the food and was a huge success. for the families to enjoy. Ship tours the end, Chef Phil Smith of Sobeys to hear what they think,” said Chef “These were probably the best days were open on HMCS Summerside and Fall River took the bragging rights for Lauren Cameron from Sobeys in Up- so far out of my first 10 weeks in the HMCS Montreal, RHIBs were on the wa- his Salted Caramel Strawberry Short- per Tantallon. job. I absolutely love that we’re able And it wouldn’t be Family Days with- to do this, and I’ve been meeting as out great prizes, and there were plenty many people as I can and having a to be won both Friday and Saturday dur- great time, and I hope everyone else ing the draws inside the big tent. From had a great time too,” he said. tire packages and home heating fuel “This is all about fun and it all hap- for the parents, 30 bike giveaways for pens just for us, the military fami- the kids, and plenty of gift cards, cash lies and DND families, so we should prizes and other giveaways also avail- take advantage of it. It doesn’t come able, there was something for everyone. together by itself, there are a lot of The excitement could especially people to thank, starting with our be felt when some of the biggest great PSP staff.” prizes of the weekend were being Organizers also wished to thank the announced, like the trip for four with countless sponsors who provide food, ÉTUDES WestJet, good for any destination the prizes, booths, rides and games, and airline flies to. The lucky winner of everything else that has made Fam- the flight package was Katelynn Du- ily Days possible each year, including Soins infirmiers auxiliaires (LPN) COLLÉGIALES puis, whose husband is LS Jesse Du- Presenting sponsor Sobeys and Plati- www.etudescollegiales.ca puis, a submariner currently posted num Plus sponsor Irving Shipbuild- » Programme de deux ans to HMCS Windsor. She said the family ing, as well as Tim Hortons, Xerox, » Offert à Halifax was eyeing a trip to Ontario to visit Ambassatours, Bluewave Energy, » Bourses d’études disponibles LS Dupuis’ parents, and that the trip WestJet, Canex, The Personal Insur- 133403 has now gotten easier to pull off. ance, and many more. June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 3 Defence Minister highlights new Navy spending commitments in Halifax
By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff
Canada’s Minister of National Defence was in Halifax on June 12 to announce policies intended to strengthen and modernize the Royal Canadian Navy, leading to a fleet capable of defending Canada at home and deploying anywhere in the world, with crews that have the proper train- ing, resources and support to get the job done. MND The Honourable Harjit Saj- jan visited the region to promote the Federal Government’s newly re- leased defence policy, titled: Strong, Secure, Engaged. The result of a country-wide policy review that included input from CAF personnel, experts, industry, parliamentarians, and academics, the new policy pro- poses a number of spending commit- ments that will increase Canada’s overall military budget by more than Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan speaks to members of the media and external stakeholders at HMCS Scotian on June 70% over 20 years. The Minister held 12. a media event at HMCS Scotian to LS DAN BARD/FIS HALIFAX speak on the new policy and focus in on what it means for the next two sance and armament systems, along upon in times of conflict,” he said, “The dedication of our men and decades of the RCN. with upgrading the lightweight tor- while noting the importance of coast- women in uniform speaks volumes The largest naval investment in pedoes carried by surface ships and al patrol, drug enforcement, disaster about the calibre of people who have the new policy is the commitment to maritime helicopters. and humanitarian relief capabilities decided to serve Canada. We owe this fully fund and build 15 new Canadian Taken as a whole, the initiatives as well. to them.” Surface Combatant ships, at a cost of in the new policy will represent the between $56 and $60 billion over the largest modernization project in the lifetime of the purchase. The policy RCN’s history, Minister Sajjan said. also provides the full funding re- “It’s a modernization that takes into quired for two Queenston-class Joint account everything our sailors need Support Ships, along with an interim to be effective, from business practic- vessel while they’re being built, and es, to the warship construction we see NOW LEASING five to six Harry DeWolf-class Arctic here in Halifax, to training and future IconBay.ca – 902-700-5042 and Offshore Patrol Ships. capabilities.” “The pledge to build ships under the This is in addition to the previously- National Shipbuilding Strategy is not announced and personnel-focused as- new, but the commitment to fully fund pects the policy, including pay raises all of these projects is new,” Minister for members, growing the size of the Sajjan said. He referenced a recent CAF by 5,000 members, and better Parliamentary Budget Officer report integration and deployment opportu- that found only six CSC ships could nities for Naval Reservists. be procured if following original cost Aside from the media event outside 50 Bedford Highway NSPS estimates, and said providing Scotian, Minister Sajjan’s visit to the additional funding to ensure a full region also included a keynote ad- complement of 15 ships is essential dress delivered to the Halifax Cham- for a three-ocean nation with the ber of Commerce, and a town hall Visit our model suites longest coastline of any country in gathering with CAF members at the the world. CFMWC, where he spoke candidly Wed – Fri 2PM – 7PM “We are not deterred; we need 15 and answered questions about various Sat – Sun 12PM – 4PM ships and we are committed to 15 issues impacting the CAF in general, ships.” as well as those more specific to the Ask about our military incentives. A modernization program for Navy. Canada’s fleet of four Victoria-class The Minister said it was important submarines is also included in the to visit the Halifax region and other defence policy, with plans for refit in bases across the country to commu- the mid-2020s to lead to continued nicate face to face with the people effectiveness into the mid-2030s. The who will be impacted by the new Minister described the Victoria class defence policy, and to articulate the as having stealth, intelligence gath- government’s belief that its policies ering and reconnaissance capabili- will allow the CAF and the RCN to be ties that aren’t offered by any other strengthened through the decades to CAF platform and that are worthy of come. the investments needed to maintain “This new defense policy is great them. news for the Royal Canadian Navy, Other Navy specifics included in the will build a future force and a future new defence policy include upgrading fleet with the people, equipment and intelligence, surveillance, reconnais- capability the government can call 133150 4 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 www.tridentnewspaper.com Community Calendar Publication Reunion and event notices must be submitted by mail, fax or internet. 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The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) deployed to the Caribbean to train with regional partners and partici- pate in Exercise TRADEWINDS 17, taking place from June 6 to 17. As part of the 19-nation exercise, the CAF deployed elements from the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Army, approximately 90 personnel in all. TRADEWINDS 17 exercised regional responses to natural disasters, ter- rorism, and transnational organized crime. This United States-led exercise took place on the island nations of Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago. Exercise TRADEWINDS provided an important opportunity for the CAF to enhance readiness and strengthen defence relationships between partner nations for civilian government-led disaster response efforts. It also aimed to strengthen regional defence capaci- ties to address threats to security and stability in the Caribbean. "The Canadian Armed Forces play an important role in the Government of Canada's efforts in the Caribbean region through efforts like Exercise TRADEWINDS and Operation CA- RIBBE. Participation in Exercise TRADEWINDS allows our personnel Maritime Tactical Op- to make a meaningful contribution in erators Group members capacity-building with regional part- observe Trinidad and ners and gives the Canadian Armed Tobago Coast Guard Forces the opportunity to work with members while they important allies in response to a conduct boarding party variety of challenges, " said Harjit S. drills during boarding Sajjan, Defence Minister. training in Chaguara- "Exercise TRADEWINDS is a great mas, Trinidad as part of opportunity for the CAF to share our Exercise TRADEWINDS expertise and assist our Caribbean 17 on June 8, 2017. partners in building their capac- LS ZACHARIAH STOPA, CF ity. Whether through exercises like COMBAT CAMERA TRADEWINDS or on counter-drug operations, we remain committed to promoting security cooperation in the region,” said LGen Steve Bowes, Com- mander, Canadian Joint Operations Caribbean divers recover Command simulated evidences The Royal Canadian Navy's con- from a simulated sunken tribution consisted of one Maritime vehicle during Exercise Coastal Defence Vessel, HMCS Kings- TRADEWINDS 17 in ton, and a diver training team from Chaguaramas, Trinidad Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic). Addi- and Tobago on June 13, tional support includes a Maritime 2017. Tactical Operations Group training MCPL GABRIELLE DESRO- team. CHERS, CF COMBAT CAMERA Kingston, with a crew of about 40, supported various naval tasks within techniques. ment Team (CDAT) also deployed in suspected of carrying illegal WMD- the exercise, including employing The Canadian Army provided two response to a simulated humanitarian related materials. the Hammerhead Unmanned Surface six-person contingents from the 2nd crisis during the exercise. This joint Participating nations in the exer- Vehicle target. The Fleet Dive Unit and 5th Canadian Army Divisions. CAF and Global Affairs Canada team cise included: Antigua and Barbuda, (Atlantic) led training to divers from Just prior to the exercise, they pro- practiced coordinating with regional Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Domi- 10 partner nations in areas including vided essential training in opera- partners. nica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, search patterns, hull and jetty search tional planning to staff from partner Canada partnered with Trinidad Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts and techniques, evidence recovery, and nations. Once the exercise began, they and Tobago to practice a scenario Nevis, Suriname, St. Vincent and the nighttime diving operations. This served as advisors and mentors for under the Proliferation Security Grenadines, and Trinidad and Toba- included partnering with the U.S. those staff as they managed responses Initiative. It included a counter go, as well as military personnel from Federal Bureau of Investigation to to challenging scenarios. proliferation component simulating the United States, Canada, France, teach underwater evidence recovery The Canadian Disaster Assess- the interdiction of a merchant ship Mexico, and the United Kingdom. 6 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 Asterix crew stood up as interim AOR conversion nears completion
By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff
Only a few months remain until Davie Shipbuilding and its sister com- pany Federal Fleet Services deliver the converted MV Asterix to Halifax to serve as the RCN’s interim AOR, and the sailors that will crew the ship alongside civilian mariners have received their postings and begun preparing for its arrival. The unit is currently working out of a shore office in HMC Dockyard and have been in constant contact with the civilian stakeholders of the initiative known as Project Resolve, which has the goal of bridging the Navy’s replenishment-at-sea capa- bility gap until the arrival of the Queenston-class Joint Support Ships in four to five years. Early training is currently taking place to have crews get compliant with DND standards as well as civilian standards required on An artist rendering of what the former MV Asterix will look like upon the completion of Davie Shipbuilding’s Project Resolve, the vessel, for things like firefighting, which is set to deliver the Asterix as a civilian-owned interim AOR ship to the RCN this fall. flood and damage control and first aid, DAVIE SHIPBUILDING and all parties are currently mapping out what the roles and responsibilities This will be a unique working there to provide a service to us. Once the Protecteur class ships. Once they will be for the RCN personnel em- relationship, and one likely to bring we’ve identified the majority of our were paid off, that capability dropped barked. Much of the maintenance, challenges as the civilian mariners and operating limitations and who does back quite a bit,” he said. damage control and repair work will RCN sailors come together, but LCdr what, we’re very confident the two “This is exciting for people in that be the responsibility of Federal Fleet Jason Walsh, the CO of Asterix, said groups can come together.” trade, to get back to the business of Services and its civilian crew, while he’s preparing his crew for a bit of a Despite any of these challenges or running rigs.” work dealing with CAF equipment ‘culture shift’, and that he foresees a the regular hiccups that will come LCdr Walsh echoed that comment, or any flight operations will be CAF tight working relationship with the with standing up any new crew and stressing that restoring the Navy’s RAS responsibility. The ship will remain ship’s civilian master and civilian staff. preparing to introduce a new capabil- capability, even with just one interim privately owned and leased to the RCN “We are the client on board, and the ity, LCdr Walsh said he’s seeing high vessel, is hugely important. From the throughout the five-year agreement. core crew, the civilian mariners, are levels of enthusiasm in the shore of- operational side, it will restore the fice, which was stood up in April with ability to sail as a task group to sustain a skeleton staff of 10 people and has operations, and the Asterix will also be expanded from there. The full number valuable as a force generation tool. of crewmembers or ‘CAF Mission “We want to ensure these young Or- Specialists,” as they’ll be known on dinary Seamen are getting the proper the civilian-owned ship, will be 67 training and exposure for when the once the Asterix is in service, in addi- Joint Support Ships roll out,” he said. tion to the 36 civilian crewmembers. The Asterix Command Team will Career managers sought out sailors be travelling to the Chantier Davie for the new unit who were healthy, fit, shipyard in Levi, Quebec this month and ready to meet a challenge; many to tour the nearly-completed ship and of them have experience on fueling for tabletop meetings to explore differ- ships, and others have recently spent ent possible at-sea scenarios. The ship time working with the Spanish or is then set to be delivered to Halifax Chilean AORs. in September, with acceptable trials to “These people weren’t picked at ran- begin in October. Beyond that, LCdr dom. They’re aware of the amount of Walsh couldn’t give specific details on work that’s going to go into bringing sailing or deployment plans for the on this new capability, they’re all very vessel, but he predicts the RCN will excited to be part of that first crew use it to its full potential during its and do that work of figuring it out,” five years of service to Canada. LCdr Walsh said. “We expect a pretty high opera- For CPO2 Todd Hodder, the Asterix tional tempo,” he said, considering Coxn, who has years of experience the vessel’s capability to refuel ships, sailing in tanker ships and perform- to operate in the Arctic if accompa- ing RAS, it will be exciting to see that nied by an icebreaker, and possibly Canada 150 tulips in bloom capability in action once again, and to support humanitarian and relief more specifically, to see RCN sailors missions. Last fall, CPO1 Sifton Mosher, BAdm Chief, led base personnel in a day planting getting the chance to conduct it. The first official unveiling of the special Canada 150 red and white tulip bulbs around CFB Halifax in preparation “One of the greatest things is that fully-converted Asterix, which Da- for this summer's 150th anniversary of confederation. Now, those efforts have paid Bosns will be getting back to doing vie Shipbuilding is calling the first off, with the patriotic petals blooming across the base. The flower, also known as the things they haven’t done in a num- Resolve-Class AOR ship, will take Maple Leaf Tulip, was unveiled last spring as the official tulip of the Canada 150 ber of years. Operating fueling rigs place on July 20 at Chantier Davie’s celebrations. has been the heart and soul of that Quebec shipyard, with media and the RYAN MELANSON/TRIDENT STAFF occupation for many years through public invited to attend. June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 7 Mississauga and New Credit First Nation welcomes HMCS Goose Bay
By SLt Nathaniel Askett, HMCS Goose Bay
On May 30, 2017, HMCS Goose Bay was honoured and welcomed by the Mississauga and New Credit First Nation at Corus Quay in downtown Toronto during the Great Lakes Deployment and Canada 150 Celebra- tions. The ceremony was conducted by Chief R. Stacey LaForme with Goose Bay’s Commanding Officer, LCdr Rob Tucker, and Coxswain, PO1 Angela Hanson. The welcoming ceremony is a spiritual ritual common across First Nations from the Rockies to Eastern Canada. Medicinal herbs are burned and the smoke is used to purify a space, object, or person. While these herbs vary across differ- ent First Nations groups, the most common are sweet grass, white sage, tobacco, and cedar. While this event would be significant purely on the basis of the warm welcome received from the Mississauga people to their ancestral lands, Goose Bay’s mission in the Great Lakes and the themes of Canada 150 both added layers of significance. From left: HMCS Goose Bay’s Commanding Officer, LCdr Rob Tucker, and Coxswain, PO1 Angela Hanson, listen as Chief R. Sta- Great Lakes Deployment 2017 is cey LaForme of Mississauga and New Credit First Nation welcomes the ship and her crew to Toronto for the Great Lakes Deploy- primarily about outreach and aware- ment. ness. Most Canadians live in places MCPL CHARLES STEPHEN, FIS far removed from where the Navy operates, and this mission brings Navy works for them and this country, environmental protection espoused by and purification ceremony, Chief La- the Navy to them. By engaging with we can bring all Canadians into the Canada 150. Forme shared with those assembled Canadians and showing them how the missions of unity, reconciliation, and As stated, one of the goals of Cana- a poem he had written on the theme da 150 is reconciliation. LCdr Tucker of sacrifice for one’s country. LCdr shared his thoughts on why these cer- Tucker would go on to share the poem emonies are such an important part with those assembled at the reception Remember of Goose Bay’s mission: “I believe it is held the next day onboard the ship in of vital importance for the RCN and Toronto. When asked why he chose CAF to continue to foster and high- to do so, Goose Bay’s CO explained its By Chief R. Stacey LaForme light the strengthening relationship significance to both the ship’s mis- between the Canadian public and the sion and that of Canada 150: “Chief To all those who have gone before indigenous peoples of the many First LaForme wrote the poem “Remember” To all the people that went to war Nations throughout our country. As in recognition of indigenous peoples Canada celebrates 150 years, we need and all Canadians that have sacrificed To the men and women who faced death to recognize that these lands have their lives in service to our country. To those who will never again draw breath been inhabited for thousands of years It aptly captures the sentiment of a and only through respect and inclu- nation and reminds all Canadians of To the mothers and fathers whose children gave all sion will we grow and unite.” how precious our shared lasting peace To the husbands and wives whose mate answered the call In addition to the gracious welcome is.”
To the children who faced life on their own To everyone who talks to a name on a stone
No medal and ribbon can repay all that we owe The parade and applause are not enough and we know
How do you thank someone for everything you have and everything you are Without you, never could we have accomplished so much or come so far
I want to say thank you But no words are enough for what you went through
There is one promise that I can give One oath that I will never break for as long as I live
I will remember that we owe all to you A person, a people that I never even knew
I will remember 8 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 ‘Rescue aircraft, rescue aircraft. This is Tamarind. It’s great to have you overtop again.’
By Sara Keddy, tanker Labrador, moving 14 Wing Public Affairs to assist the Tamarind, and sent regular updates A 14 Wing Greenwood to JRCC. CC130 Hercules rescue “When we arrived on crew thought the sailor scene, he sounded so pleas- aboard a foundering ant and calm about it: ‘My sailboat below might have windows are stoved in, but been sick, stressed and ill there are pillows in them from adrenalin and salt to block the water,’ he said, water. then went on to say that “He came up on radio, ‘sometimes a wave would and he was struggling to knock the pillows into the talk to us: one word, stop, ship,’ but he was doing a few more words, then alright.” stop,” says 413 (Transport As the Labrador closed and Rescue) Squadron on the Tamarind, it made pilot Capt Jonathan Breg- several close passes in an man. “Apparently, he was attempt to come along- keeping busy, hand pump- side. Severe wave height ing water, and he heard us – still cresting 10 metres, on the radio and was sud- with winds to 45 knots denly so overcome with - and the pitch and roll emotion, he was trying of the Labrador proved to compose himself. He dangerous, so the vessel was in the mid-Atlantic, attempted to provide a lee, no one around him. He is protecting the Tamarind. a seasoned sailor and he The Aurora provided knew what his situation night time illumination was.” and stayed in contact with Mervyn Wheatley and other nearby vessels until his boat, the Tamarind, fuel and flying limits were was just one of five con- From the second flight of a 14 Wing Greenwood search and rescue Hercules June 10, the struggling Tamarind maxed. tacts in a multiple rescue tucks under the Queen Mary 2. On its return to St. mission June 8 and 9, in CAPT P. MCBEAN, 413 (TRANSPORT AND RESCUE) SQUADRON John’s, the Aurora checked itself described as “quite in on the Happy and efforts the dandy” by the Joint Rescue Coor- had rolled in the night, destroying its tressed sailing vessel Happy, with two to help by the Alp and Anzu, and also dination Centre dispatcher. windows, with heavy damage to the sailors aboard coping with a broken checked the situation with the sailing Five vessels ended up in trouble mast and steering. mast. vessel Harmonii. Severe wind in St. mid-way through a trans-Atlantic “Wheatley was worried his radio “We flew down to 300 feet to try and John’s made several landing attempts race, creating a cascade of response was going to give out, so we tried to get a photo pass done but, with the impossible and, after 12.2 operational from Canada, the United Kingdom drop three. The wind was so strong, rough sea state and it being a white flying hours, the Aurora landed in and Portugal. 14 Wing Greenwood’s they never seemed to drop: they just ship, we would usually only be able Gander. search and rescue aircraft – and the blew straight away.” to see it out the window just as it personnel manning multiple missions The Hercules also tried to drop two was about to pass by. We climbed up Bringing in back-up - were paramount. sets of two sea rescue kits, which above the clouds and set up in a wide, Meanwhile, in St. John’s, the Capt Bregman’s crew left Green- each have a radio kit inside, also to no slow orbit. We were able to stay in returning Hercules went through wood after the 1 a.m. June 9 call out. avail. Winds were gusting to 75 knots, good communication with the sailors servicing and fueling, and Capt Breg- Within 30 minutes, they had news of with a 15-metre wave, 9+ sea state and and explained, although we’re out of man’s crew headed to a hotel– now a second vessel in trouble but, with heavy rain. sight, we’re right overhead and min- about 4 p.m., the end of a 15-hour that boat in radio contact with JRCC, The Hercules stayed on the Tama- utes away.” stint and a 10-hour operational call. the Hercules stayed on target to find rind for close to two hours, before it JRCC asked the merchant vessel They knew the mission was still Wheatley, reportedly 800 nautical had to leave for St. John’s. A Portu- Kyshiro to support, and the Aurora “dynamic,” with five boats now in miles east of St. John’s. guese P-3 Orion took on the scene 10 assisted her in getting to the contact. distress, and they’d likely be heading “He could have been way worse,” minutes later. All told: about six hours of SAR sup- back out. Capt Bregman says. “There was no port. The second Hercules crew, led by contact with him.” Aurora keeps eye on three vessels Around 7:15 p.m., the Aurora ar- Maj Richard Kinner, left St. John’s Three hours into the flight, news as SAR effort adds up rived over Happy and, with sophisti- just after midnight into June 10. They of a third boat in distress was dis- JRCC brought in a 14 Wing Green- cated sensors, it was obvious nearby flew three-and-a-half hours out over patched, but the Hercules kept on to wood Aurora crew June 9, piloted by vessels would be in a position to the Atlantic to the Tamarind, arriving the Tamarind, aiming to get JRCC Capt Davis Clark, 405 (Long Range help. The crew passed vessel loca- at daylight. any information to help it triage Patrol) Squadron; which first headed tions and contacts along to JRCC, “We were a little worried we response. to St. John’s with a standby Hercules trying to coordinate the best help: couldn’t find him at first – he had no “The boat was as far as you could crew, before refuelling and heading to some were reluctant because of the steering, he could have overturned,” be from Canada, in the middle of a the search area around 5:30 p.m. bad conditions and, finally, the MSC says Capt Paul McBean, the Herc’s storm and violent ocean. We arrived “While we fuelled in St. John’s Anzu was directed to the Happy posi- first officer. “Then we got his beacon on scene and could pick up Wheatley’s and received updates on the mission tion. The tug, Alp, was also tasked, and he was right there.” emergency beacon, so we did a little tasking from JRCC, the first CC130 on but it would be several hours reach- Again, making radio contact with search at 800 feet. The whitecaps were scene returned and gave us a brief: ing the scene. Wheatley was a highlight. bigger than him. It was rough. We sea state 6, buffeting wind, ceilings The Aurora crew was then tasked “The first thing he said was ‘Rescue finally saw him; then he disappeared.” ragged between 800 and 1200 ASL, to get on top of the Tamarind, arriv- aircraft, rescue aircraft. This is Tama- Able to make radio contact and and rain. It didn’t sound great,” Capt ing about 30 minutes later to con- rind. It’s great to have you overtop keep the Tamarind in intermittent Clark says. duct several low-level passes before again.’ He was in good spirits.” sight, the Hercules attempted mul- The aircraft was initially tasked to climbing to hold it on radar. The Au- tiple fly-bys to drop supplies. The boat locate and provide updates on the dis- rora crew worked with the Russian Continued on page 9 June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 9 Rescue aircraft, rescue aircraft...
Continued from page 8 Making an effort to meet June 13, as the Queen Mary 2 made a Dear Lt Col Marshall, the fundamental profession- By this point, JRCC had identified port call in Halifax, Capt Bregman was I am enormously grateful alism of all the pilots which multiple other vessels in the area: the there, hoping to meet Wheatley. to you and your Squadron for imbued me with a sense that Labrador, and the cruise ship Queen Mary “Most of the time, we never see the your very significant part in my the situation was under control 2 now making its way to the scene. When people we help again – this was my first rescue in the North Atlantic. I and was going to have a success- the Queen Mary 2 arrived, Wheatley ra- time. I actually moved a work shift to be think you will know that I had ful outcome. I have undergone dioed he was going to “run into” the ship. here,” Capt Bregman said. not intended to activate my many pretty uncomfortable McBean says the Queen May 2 assured At Pier 22, Capt Bregman spoke to the EPIRB but, as events unfolded, I journeys in a C130 and have Wheatley, “That’s OK, we’ve hit worse.” shore crew, identifying himself. As the am glad it happened that way. jumped out of a few but I never The Queen Mary 2 used its dwarfing size ship docked, the captain’s secretary came I was taken aback by the inten- thought I would be so grateful to to block the waves for the Tamarind, down to fetch him, taking him directly to sity of my emotional response hear the sound of those engines. launched a rescue boat and picked up the bridge to meet Wheatley and Queen when the 'Herc' arrived overhead I was extremely glad to be able Wheatley. Mary 2 Captain Chris Wells. and initially I was unable to to meet Jonathan and was very “We could see from the air, maybe 15 “I showed them video from the rescue, speak to Brad. It was immensely touched when he presented me or 20 people on the decks and, by the I spoke to them both and I gave Wheatley reassuring to know that, from with the medal which I shall time we left, the whole boat was on deck a 413 Squadron coin.” then on, I was in safe hands. treasure for the rest of my life. watching and we could see them clap- It appears Wheatley, 73, a 33-year British What I particularly appreciat- Please pass on my heartfelt ping.” Royal Marine veteran and an experienced ed was the understanding of all thanks to the other pilots, their By now, the four other struggling open ocean sailor; was already planning your pilots of what was happen- crews and ground crews. I know boats had been found, and situations to replace his sailboat and prepare for the ing at my level. From the first that, without their dedication had stabilized. A Hercules tasked from 8 next race. As for Capt Bregman, he’ll take contact with Jonathan, there and professionalism, I would Wing Trenton and a rescue aircraft from his rescue aircraft any day. was an easy rapport and deci- have been in deep trouble. the United Kingdom were stood down. “This experience was way beyond our sions about transfer or the way I hope you all take justifiable Kinner’s crew returned to St. John’s and training and, what impressed me the most ahead hardly needed discussion pride in a job well done. picked up Capt Bregman’s crew, all head- – the Hercules was more than capable. because we were of one mind. Thank you. ing home to Greenwood around 7:30 p.m. Those were the worst winds I’ve ever flown What most impressed me was Mervyn Wheatley June 10. it in – basically a hurricane.” Marine rescue highlights preparedness
By Sara Keddy, The luck on the other side of the 14 Wing Public Affairs rescue? “An hour ago, I was able to hug Luck – it depends on which side of my 16-year-old son, (Nate). He had it you’re on. In this case, it was good been picked off the deck of the cargo all the way around. vessel… off the coast of Nova Sco- A search and rescue mission May tia… after abandoning the schooner 27 combined a sailboat, heavy ocean Sorca,” wrote Phil Watson in an email conditions and four imperilled sail- received by 14 Wing before 6 a.m. ors off the coast of Nova Scotia with May 28. “Please pass this to the base a first-time responder leading the commander and 413 Squadron… my call. thanks to the air crew, mechanics and Just before 11 p.m. May 27, the the rest of the team who made this Joint Rescue Coordination Centre in possible. Thank you for the hours of Halifax tasked both a 413 (Transport training, the lost time at home with and Rescue) Squadron Cormorant and your families and for taking the risks Hercules aircraft to assist a Canadian necessary to return our families to sailing vessel, the schooner Sorca, us.” in distress 155 nautical miles south Watson is the captain of Nova Sco- southeast of Halifax. The four sailors tia’s sailing ambassador, the Bluenose aboard had activated an SOS call after II. He’s worked with rescue respond- making a decision to abort their voy- ers on open water for many years, age to Bermuda and return to Lunen- and is well aware of the extreme the burg. conditions his son and companions Cormorant 905 was airborne from were in when the decision was made 14 Wing Greenwood at 11:02 p.m., fol- to abandon the Sorca. Watson gives lowed by Hercules 335 at 11:10 p.m. On Safely aboard a 413 (Transport and Rescue) Squadron Cormorant early May 27, the full credit to the search and rescue board the helicopter was MCpl Ryan crew of the lost schooner Sorca with SAR-Tech MCpl Ryan Morris. service. Morris. SUBMITTED “I understand that it was a first mis- “It was my first real rescue, yes sion for one of the rescue swimmers,” – just the luck of the draw I was on schedule and the unpredictability of ing sailboat, and was planning their he said. “I hope his career is filled shift. As a SAR-Tech, we want those SAR calls, it was this May 27 call that approach through masts and lines. with many more successes.” calls,” MCpl Morris said. saw him in action for the first time. Twenty minutes out from the scene, The Hercules returned to 14 Wing MCpl Morris has eight years as “I was calmer than I thought I they received word a tanker, the just before 3 a.m., and the Cormo- an infantryman under his belt, and would be, but that’s two years of train- Onego Capri, about eight miles away; rant crew was home just after 4 a.m. is an August graduate of the CAF’s ing and I was very prepared when I had been able to reach the Sorca and Captain Dan Noonan, also with 413 year-long search and rescue training got the call. The people I was with on get the sailors aboard via a ladder Squadron, said both MCpl Morris and program. His first posting as a SAR- the call were very enabling – everyone over the side. By the time the Cormo- the Sorca’s crew were well-prepared. Tech was to 413 Squadron, where he knows their job and works together. rant arrived, the sailboat was gone; “Morris did a good job on a chal- spent the past nine months training We felt good, with a super experienced SAR-Techs hoisted the sailors from lenging hoist, with sea conditions and on both the Hercules and Cormorant team, and I felt confident.” the deck of the tanker, and then flew it being night. The Sorca crew had airframes. He was cleared in early The crew was expecting to have them to the Halifax Stanfield Interna- all the proper safety and signalling February but, with a rotating shift to hoist the sailors from the sink- tional Airport. equipment and made the right call.” 10 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 D-Day veteran awarded French Legion of Honour
By Ryan Melanson, afterward. He recalled his visits to Trident Staff France following the war, including during the 35th anniversary of the D- More than 70 years after taking part Day landings in 1979, and joked about in some of the most horrific battles of never paying for a drink once word the Second World War, including the got out of his involvement in the land- invasion of Normandy, a veteran and ing operations. former RCN sailor was awarded by “I saw that as an indication of how France on June 9 with the country’s the French people appreciated the highest decoration for service, the Canadians and what they had done,” French Legion of Honour. he said. Fred Turnbull joined the RCN in History and war buffs might recall 1942 at 17 and served as a bowman/ Turnbull’s name from having read his gunner on board Landing Craft Assault book The Invasion Diaries, written Flotillas in the Mediterranean and in largely from the diaries he kept while the English Channel, participating in overseas, something that was illegal the invasion of Sicily in 1943 and in for sailors to do at the time. Turn- the D-Day landings on the beaches of bull’s daughter, Beth Follett, read an Normandy in 1944, among other opera- excerpt from the book at the award tions. The bravery he showed, allowing ceremony, describing the invasion of soldiers to disembark landing crafts Normandy and the chaos her father while under heavy fire, has put him in was witness to, surrounded by mines, league with about 600 other Canadians explosions and dead bodies. She said who have been awarded the Legion of her father didn’t talk about the war Honour from France. when she was growing up and that He was presented the medal by his book and the subsequent attention Laurence Monmayrant, the Consul put on his naval career has helped General of France for the Atlantic her and her brother understand his Provinces, who explained just how role in the conflict. Releasing from the significant it is for the Second World RCN after the war, Turnbull studied War sailor to receive the prestigious at McGill University in his hometown decoration. of Montreal and went into business, “It is the highest national order in Fred Turnbull receives the French Legion of Honour decoration from Laurence Mon- retiring in 1989 from a position with France. Since it was created in 1802 mayrant, the Consul General of France for the Atlantic Provinces. Montreal Trust after a long civilian by Napoleon Bonaparte, it has been Ryan Melanson/Trident Staff career. As he put it - “Life went on.” awarded in recognition of outstand- “But we had no idea what he had ing contributions or achievements than worthy of the recognition. cut-out at the end of each arm. The gone through as a mere teenager, made for the progress of France or in “As early as 17 years old, he was 92-year-old veteran gave an emphatic along with so many others. They were defence of the nation,” she said. brave enough to volunteer. In doing thumbs up for the crowd as Monmay- brave beyond their years,” his daugh- The Consul General said she was so, along with many other young Ca- rant pinned the medal to his lapel. ter said. particularly proud to celebrate the nadians, he contributed to the rescue “This isn’t something I ever thought The Ceremony was hosted by the occasion with Mr. Turnbull, who she of a Europe that was plagued by the would happen, and this is something Canadian Naval Memorial Trust in described as a living page out of her Nazi regime,” she said. I accept on behalf of all the land- the Ballroom of Juno Tower, with country’s history books, with contri- The Legion of Honour medal itself ing craft crews that landed on Nor- Cdr(ret’d) William Gard serving as butions to its liberation that are more is a five-armed cross with a V-shaped mandy,” Turnbull said immediately emcee for the occasion. Memorial sculptural monument dedicated to Lost Airmen of the Empire
By Capt Peter Ryan, the third largest training centre of its 12 Wing PAO kind in Canada at the time. A total of 179 people perished while On June 1, several hundred people posted to or working at RCAF Station attended a dedication on the North Patricia Bay, or were aboard aircraft side of the Victoria International from that base. Airport overlooking 443 Maritime He- The occasion was marked by a licopter Squadron for those who were trooping of colours by 443 Squad- lost at RCAF Station Patricia Bay dur- ron, remarks from dignitaries and a ing the Second World War. flypast featuring a variety of RCAF The memorial consists of twenty- aircraft. five, 12-foot high, Corten Steel, Coo- The monument was selected by Vic- per’s Hawk Feathers with the names toria Airport Authority and a group and ages of each of the fallen cut into of citizens including members from the feathers. 443 Squadron who formed a working The memorial is located on Hospital group that had the common goal of Hill, named for the base hospital at increasing the awareness of the proud the time. Over 5,000 personnel trained military history of the airport. The to serve as pilots, navigators, armour- memorial sculpture was designed by ers and mechanics in advanced train- Illarion Gallant and is accessible to ing as part of the British Common- the general public. wealth Air Training Plan. This was June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 11 Helping veterans find National Public Service Week good, well-paying jobs
By Employment and Social newcomers to Canada, persons with MARLANT Development Canada disabilities, seniors, students and celebrated 2017 veterans of the CAF. National Public Canada's veterans have served our "Helping Canada's veterans find Service Week, country with bravery, honour and good jobs in the private sector is which ran from dignity-putting their lives at risk truly a win-win for everyone. Vet- June 11-17, with to protect our freedom. CAF mem- erans get to put their training and its annual coffee bers and their families deserve our hard-earned skills to good use, while break gathering gratitude and continued support Canadian businesses benefit from for civilian DND when they transition from military the unique skills veterans offer,” team members to civilian life. said the Honourable Kent Hehr, in the lobby of Enhancements introduced to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and As- D201. Coffee, Government of Canada's Job Bank sociate Minister of the Department tea, pastries website will help veterans in finding of National Defence. and fruit were the information they need to plan In 2016, close to 10,000 Regular and in abundance, their career or find good, well-paying Reserve Force members released from and a number of civilian jobs. The new updates make the military. While many of them employees spoke the website more user-friendly and transition successfully, we recognize to the crowd also include resources and tools to that some struggle. Job Bank is Can- about their jobs help employers and organizations ada's online employment and labour and their posi- that help veterans in transitioning to market information service. It re- tive experience civilian employment. ceives 180,000 site visits and 1,250,000 working in the Job Bank, the Government of views per day. In 2016, over 600,000 jobs public service. Canada's free and bilingual web- were posted through Job Bank. Pictured from left site helps connect job seekers and Labour market information in- during the cake employers across the country. It cludes any data, information or anal- cutting are Cindy provides access to timely, reliable, yses that can assist Canadians in Ohearn, MS Ko- and comprehensive labour market making informed decisions or plans rey Tynes, RAdm information to help ensure that related to: learning, training and John Newton, all Canadians can make informed skills development; employment, job Tracey Mitchell, career decisions. Since 2015, the searches and career planning; staff and Jenny Tor- website has given employers the op- recruitment, retention and related res. tion of marketing their job postings business decisions; and workforce OS JOHN IGLESIAS, to apprentices, Indigenous Peoples, investment strategies. FIS HALIFAX
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Les entreprises canadiennes bénéficient mises à jour rendent le site Web plus des compétences uniques qu’ils ont à convivial et offrent des ressources et offrir, » a dit L’honorable Kent Hehr, des outils pour aider les employeurs ministre des Anciens Combattants et et les organismes qui aident les an- ministre associé de la Défense natio- ciens combattants à faire la transition nale. vers un emploi civil. En 2016, près de 10 000 membres Le Guichet-Emplois, un site gra- des Forces régulières et de réserve tuit et bilingue du gouvernement ont été libérés de l’armée. Bien que la du Canada, aide à créer des liens plupart des anciens combattants réus- entre les chercheurs d’emplois et sissent leur transition, nous sommes les employeurs au pays. Ce site offre conscients que certains d’entre eux l’accès à des renseignements sur le éprouvent des difficultés. marché du travail opportuns, fiables Le Guichet-Emplois est le service 133153 12 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 Former COs celebrate 20 years of HMCS Goose Bay and the Kingston class By Ryan Melanson, cise Cutlass Fury, a workups program, Trident Staff and recently, serving as an unofficial trial ship for the Kingston class. The Commanding Officer of HMCS “We started bringing on gear and Goose Bay recently held a reunion of trialing new procedures on board, sorts for those who’ve commanded acting as a test platform,” he said. the Kingston-class ship, inviting for- This means experimenting with a new mer COs on board for a luncheon to crewing model for the engineering recognize the 20-year milestone of the department, new damage control pro- vessel being in service. cedures, and new remotely-controlled LCdr Robert Tucker gathered in weapons systems. the wardroom with five former COs, Currently, Goose Bay is participat- LCdr (Ret’d) Robert Green, Capt(N) ing in community visits as part of Chris Ross, Cdr (Ret’d) Richard Oland, this year’s Great Lakes Deployment, LCdr Craig Gillis and Cdr Jason Karle which has also taken its commander - making six of the ship’s nine COs LCdr Robert Tucker, LCdr (Ret’d) Robert Green, Captain(N) Chris Ross, Cdr (Ret’d) back to his hometown of Kingston, present for the occasion. Richard Oland, LCdr Craig Gillis and Cdr Jason Karle - making six of the ship’s nine Ontario. The deployment was actually Goose Bay’s actual commissioning COs present for the occasion. on LCdr Tucker’s mind as he planned date was in 1998, meaning the true LS MATHEW COTTINGHAM, HMCS GOOSE BAY his reunion luncheon with the former 20th anniversary will fall next year, COs; he saw it as an opportunity for but LCdr Tucker said he wanted to get munity, and the evolution of the ship the class has progressed since being his team to advance their hospitality the former commanders together, and from primarily being a platform for brought on in the 90s. skills ahead of welcoming so many knowing the ship will be going down reservists to where it is today. A few of Goose Bay’s highlights guests on board during the GLD. into an extended readiness period at “The types of missions these ships since being commissioned include be- “That was one of the driving forces the end of 2017, this spring presented have been assigned has grown expo- ing one of the first RCN ships to sail behind this for me and they did an the best opportunity. The officers had nentially, where we see them now as- to the Arctic in more than a decade in exceptional job,” he said. lunch in the Wardroom and toured signed as international deployers and 2002 along with HMCS Summerside, Goose Bay will be back in Halifax through the ship to get a look at what to named missions like Op CARIBBE and also being one of the first of the early in July, with a brief leave period had changed since their time in charge. and Op NANOOK.” class to cross the Atlantic to Europe. for the crew before deploying to the “We talked about all of our collec- During the tour, the former COs And during his own stint command- Arctic later in the summer on either tive experiences in command, and our were collectively quite surprised with ing the ship, which began in June of Op QIMMIQ or NANOOK, and then notable moments, both good and bad,” the technology advances and new 2016, LCdr Walsh has had an excep- going down into its extended readi- LCdr Tucker said. They also spoke pieces of equipment on board, LCdr tionally busy program, including the ness state for maintenance, repairs about the growth of the MCDV com- Tucker said, which speaks to how 2016 Great Lakes Deployment, Exer- and upgrades.
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By SLt Jacob Booth, from closing the ship any further. HMCS Ottawa When asked about witnessing the experience, the Officer of the Watch, HMCS Ottawa achieved another Lt(N) Stephan Oxley, remarked, “Par- milestone after successfully complet- ticipating in this exercise has been a ing a layered missile engagement highlight of my career - this is why I against a Hammerhead target while joined the navy.” deployed on Poseidon Cutlass 17-1. This exercise, combined with the After many weeks of training, the previous missile shoot in March off exercise concluded with the launch San Diego, demonstrated the navy’s of an Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile ability to conduct and support Force (ESSM) and engagements with the Bo- Generation overseas. Additionally, as fors 57mm Mark III and 20mm Close- part of the objectives of Poseidon Cut- in-Weapons-System in an impressive lass 17-1, the ship was resupplied with display of firepower. missiles while alongside in Guam, Conducted off the coast of Okinawa, and reloaded with targets in Malay- Japan, a first for the Royal Canadian Off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, HMCS Ottawa fires an Evolved Sea Sparrow Mis- sia. Building the knowledge and skills Navy (RCN), the trial demonstrated sile against a Hammerhead target while deployed on POSEIDON CUTLASS 17-1. to accomplish these complex logistical the capabilities of the ESSM when SUBMITTED tasks was also a key element of the used in Surface-to-Air in Surface-to- navy’s goals for this deployment. Surface (SASS) Mode against a small sensors, and participating in increas- commencement of checklist items The extensive preparation and boat attack, as might be experienced ingly complex training scenarios, that culminated with a mid-morning training lead to a successful layered during asymmetric warfare. the operations room worked on every action alarm energizing the ship to engagement for the RCN. It’s been one The target for the event was provid- detail to hone their operational skills Action Stations. of the many highlights of Ottawa’s ed by QinetiQ Target Systems Canada and warrior spirit, not only to ensure Closing at high speed, the target was deployment as the team continues (formerly Meggitt), a Canadian compa- the success of the shoot, but to also piloted towards Ottawa to simulate the mission in support of the mainte- ny based out of Medicine Hat, Alberta. defend the ship against asymmetric a small attack craft, triggering the nance of regional peace and security Intended for destruction, these tar- threats such as small boats. above water warfare team to action. in the Indo-Asia Pacific while also bol- gets provide an opportunity for ships Although everything was well pre- With the ship’s Surface Warfare stering Canadian diplomatic engage- to exercise their skills while employing pared by the time Ottawa arrived on Controller, PO1 Eric Lemay, barking ment and defence relations. weapons systems to their full potential. the range, Fire Control Operator, LS out orders, the team went through Having left Okinawa Japan, Ottawa Preparations were extensive and Derek Urichuk, said the anticipation the layers of defensive weapons, from has now rejoined sister ship Winnipeg undertaken over countless hours of in the operations room was palpable. the missile engagement, quickly after weeks of conducting separate training and study. From refining a “I couldn’t believe the nervous ex- transitioning to the 57mm main gun, programs, to transit northbound to- checklist of actions by individual citement that was felt throughout the and finally an engagement with the gether, towards the next exercise with team members, to refining the op- ship as we all awaited the shoot.” Close-in-Weapons-System, ultimately Allies and Partner nations in advance timal employment of weapons and A very early morning start saw the disabling the target and halting it of Exercise PACIFIC GUARDIAN.
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By Darlene Blakeley, ing as compared to RCN ships, and Senior Editor and Writer, Navy PA the Mar Tech trade has been designed with the applicable IMO guidelines Occupations within the Royal for competency in manning our cur- Canadian Navy (RCN) are currently rent and future fleet,” explains Cdr being restructured to better prepare Tremblay. “As we are a naval orga- for future ships as the navy begins nization that operates in the marine the largest peacetime fleet recapital- environment, the Mar Tech will also ization of its modern history. require specialized training in order The National Shipbuilding Strat- to support both internal and external egy will see the introduction of three battles, requirements that do not exist new classes of ship to the existing in the civilian world.” fleet of Kingston, Victoria and mod- Trades training will change from ernized Halifax-class platforms. In a comprehensive process, one course support of Commander RCN’s intent teaches all, to a modularized one. and guidance, this new RCN will re- Naval Training Development Centre quire modernized and flexible naval Pacific will identify and develop both occupations. As a result, a realign- Mar Tech delta training (that which ment of non-commissioned mem- has not yet been completed as part ber (NCM) occupations to prepare of legacy training) and steady-state for manning future fleet platforms training for the legacy occupations. needed to be undertaken. The modularized Mar Tech training Prior to this realignment, the Com- plan will prevent duplication of train- bat Systems Technician Occupation- PO2 Andrew Childs makes new parts on a metal lathe aboard HMCS Fredericton dur- ing and allow for the more efficient al Analysis (OA) study commenced ing Ex SPARTAN WARRIOR in October 2016. and timely training of new personnel. in the fall of 2003 and was conducted CPL TONY CHAND, FIS A methodology has been developed in conjunction with a broader study that will assist in identifying delta looking at the implementation of tion,” explains Cdr Luc Tremblay, val Personnel and Training will drive training requirements and rationalize career fields in the RCN. The study Director Naval Personnel and Train- implementation to ensure that the them to ensure the safety of equip- looked to create a new occupation ing 3. new trade is properly managed and ment, the vessel, or personnel are not that grouped five legacy occupations As part of the OA, the legacy oc- trained, and has competent personnel compromised. together: Naval Weapons Techni- cupations were reviewed to determine to support operations.” Occupation and career managers cian; Naval Electronics Technician the tasks they performed and evaluate are working to ensure that promo- - Acoustic; Naval Electronics Tech- commonalities. Naval Reserve component tions will continue in order to meet nician - Communications; Naval “Based on common tasks several The development of the Naval RCN needs and are conducted in the Electronics Technician - Tactical; options for restructuring were de- Reserve component had originally usual fair and transparent manner. and Naval Electronics Technician - veloped and presented for decision,” been delayed with the Reserve estab- Legacy career progression will con- Manager. says Cdr Tremblay. “In the end, lishment review happening concur- tinue in the individual’s respective This resulted in the creation of the the option for a common occupa- rently. When the basic framework of occupation for 2017/2018. The follow- Weapons Engineering Technician tion called Marine Technician (Mar the Reserve component of Mar Tech ing year, Mar Tech career managers occupation that stood up September Tech), with Electrician and Mechani- was complete, the details of the final will produce a matrix to ensure no 1, 2011. cal Specialist sub-occupations, was structure were developed during a legacy occupations are at a disadvan- The next OA restructured the chosen.” week-long working group held at tage to one another for career pro- Marine System Engineering oc- The OA then developed the require- Naval Reserve Headquarters in July gression, and to ensure seniority is cupations of Marine Engineer and ments for the new occupation includ- 2016. carried over in an equal and fair man- Electrician Technician, beginning in ing job descriptions, employment The results were approved by ner. This matrix will be maintained the fall of 2014, with Marine Engi- structure and applicable establish- Deputy Commander RCN in October and adjusted as necessary to ensure neering Systems Operator joining ment changes, which form the basis 2016 as a single occupation that mir- fairness until all of the legacy oc- the study in January 2015 and Hull of the Military Employment Struc- rors the Mechanical sub-occupation cupations have been fully integrated Technician in September of that ture Implementation Plan. and supports the Naval Reserve into Mar Tech. same year. “The new Mar Tech occupation is mission, in a strategic augmenta- “The purpose of the OA was to expected to stand up on May 1, with tion role, of force generating trained Proud legacy occupations develop an occupational structure all occupations transferring into the engineers who can be employed at sea Cdr Tremblay admits there has been that is best able to support Com- new structure. The Reserve com- and ashore in a wide range of mis- some apprehension and concerns mander RCN’s priorities of ensur- ponent is expected to follow in the sions. Employment for Reserve Mar from those affected. “The members of ing excellence in operations at sea; coming months once all the Reserve Techs will focus on support to Naval the proud legacy occupations made enabling the transition to the future positions have been determined to Security Teams, Maritime Tactical it abundantly clear in their feedback fleet; evolving the ‘business of our complete their establishment,” says Operations Group (small boats) and that they were worried about a loss business’; and energizing the institu- Cdr Tremblay. “The Directorate of Na- Orca-class patrol vessels. of specialization as a result of the new occupation, and where they Multi-disciplined approach would fit into the new paradigm,” he POSTED TO OR FROM VICTORIA? 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Few awards can hold a candle to one of the most thoughtful gifts that an injured military member can receive…a Quilt of Valour. It is a handmade quilt made by a Cana- dian volunteer. Quilts of Valour - Canada Society™ started in 2006 when a civilian in Edmonton, Lezley Zwaal, witnessed three injured soldiers without quilts. She had the impression that our injured soldiers are often forgotten. Lezley contacted the Quilts of Valor in the United States to learn how she could present quilts to our own injured service personnel in Canada. Lezley received three quilts from local quilters in Edmonton and was able to present them to the three Coxswained by none other than Paul Ring (Regatta Hall of Famer and former Navy Rowing Team Coach), Tina Hunt, Royal injured soldiers. This gesture got Regatta Champion and CFS St. John’s Deputy PSP Manager, Sgt Paula Roberts (Championship Rower) and the Command teams her television coverage, where she from both the Station and CFB Halifax braved the early morning rain and fog to try their hand at the fixed seat, single oar sweep asked for volunteers. Soon quilts rowing. were coming from across Canada SUBMITTED and in 2009, Quilts of Valour Canada became a non-profit, registered charitable society with Lezley Zwaal as the president. Currently, there are CFB Halifax Command Team 35 representatives and approximate- ly 200 members, spread across the provinces throughout Canada (None yet for the northern territories but goes on the water they have been in contact with quil- ters in the north.) While many of the volunteer members are quilters, the By LCdr Gerry Parsons, also provide him a warm welcome to team out for some early morning PT only prerequisite for membership is Commanding Officer CFS St. John’s the frigid sub-arctic terrain that many on the historic Quidi Vidi Lake, home to have a passion for helping. MARLANT sailors hail from. Over the of North America’s oldest sporting To date, more than 8,500 quilts have CFS St. John’s hosts the CFB Halifax two-day visit, Capt(N) Forget toured event and Newfoundland’s favorite been made and presented to injured Command Team for an introduction CFS St. John’s, a $157 million facil- summertime pastime – The St. John’s personnel. These quilts follow no and unit brief as a part of Base Com- ity which opened its doors as a Force Royal Regatta. Celebrating its 200Th particular pattern except that they mand turnover. This brief was called Support Unit in June 2014. During the anniversary next year, the St. John’s must be 55” x 70” and follow a mature to order, not only to welcome Capt (N) visit I, as the Station Commanding Royal Regatta will be one of the larg- design (no children’s prints). Most Forget to view the extent of the CFB Officer, capitalized on an opportunity est celebrations of the rowing sports quilters do not want to be boxed into Halifax area of responsibility, but to to have the CFB Halifax Command longstanding history. a particular design, so they put their own artistic touch into each quilt. These quilts are distributed to in- jured members through the Integrat- ed Personnel Support Centres (IPSC) located on most bases. These quilts RCN occupations... Continued from page 14 are not retirement gifts and are ex- clusively given to injured members. Once sailors specialize in one of the occupation structure that has com- rent Naval Combat Operator, Naval When one quilt was presented two sub-occupations, they will be able menced on the heels of Mar Tech, and Electronic Sensor Operator and Sonar to a young corporal, his daughter to carry out most repairs individually, will allow for efficiencies to be realized Operator occupations, and potentially mistakenly thought that it was for without having to call on the expertise by aligning the Steward and Boatswain elements of Naval Communicator. her. To negotiate the situation, the of another trade discipline, as was occupations, and some additional tasks While the comprehensive examina- corporal would share the quilt with done in the past, making them more from Naval Communicator. tion has been focused on non-commis- her every night. He would then efficient at their jobs. For example, a The next OA will begin later this sioned occupations, at this time no explain to her that sometimes he Leading Seaman in the Mechanical year, examining the feasibility of direction has been given to examine would leave their family to deploy or Electrical stream will no longer creating a new Combat Operations officer occupations. overseas “to protect people, like the need to rely on a legacy occupation to occupation, encompassing the cur- With files from CPO2 Shaun Perry ones who made this quilt.” remove wires before removing a pump Mary Ewing has been involved – one person will do that regardless of with Quilts of Valour - Canada So- the sub-occupation. FOR RENT IMMEDIATELY ciety™ since 2006 (she saw Lezley “The end result will be a new oc- on television) and has been presi- cupation that retains the skills and 63 LOCKHART DRIVE, NEW MINAS. 3 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH. EAT-IN KITCHEN dent since 2014. Although she has knowledge of the legacy occupations, never served in the military, she but aligns closer to Transport Canada & MAIN FLOOR LAUNDRY. ATTACHED GARAGE. HUGE PARTLY FINISHED has quite the military background. and IMO competencies in order to pro- BASEMENT. LARGE BACKYARD & EXTERIOR SHED. OIL FURNACE & HEAT Her husband is retired from the duce those efficiencies and individual Navy after a 31-year career, she skill sets that will be required in the PUMP. FRIDGE, STOVE, DISHWASHER, MICROWAVE, WASHER & DRYER has sons in both the Air Force future fleet,” explains Cdr Tremblay. $1200/MONTH + WATER, POWER, OIL. NON-SMOKING. and Army and her grandson will The comprehensive examination of continue the family tradition this the RCN NCM occupations continues 902-223-7050 133437 summer in St Jean, Quebec where with the envisioned Deck Operations 16 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 HMCS Ottawa Celebrates Canada 150 at Sea
By Lt(N) Daemen Wolch, Canadian provinces. The inner South Korea; Incheon, and Busan, HMCS Ottawa sectors are named after Fathers respectively, where the ships will have of Confederation: Sir John A. the honour of kicking off the coun- How does a Canadian warship com- MacDonald, Sir George Ar- try’s 150th Canada Day celebra- memorate Canada 150 while deployed chibald, Sir George-Étienne tions. half way around the world? Cartier, Sir Charles Tupper, Although the women and In the case of HMCS Ottawa, the Alexander MacKenzie, and men aboard these ships will be answer would be with a specially William McDougall. far from home, planning has created Canada 150 screen, being The middle sectors each already begun for how to best used by the ship during POSEIDON bear the name of a Cana- celebrate on July 1. Being 16 CUTLASS 17, while conducting exer- dian province. hours ahead of their fami- cises with other navies in the region Finally, the outer lies’ back home means these – an important part of Canada’s sectors are named af- sailors will be some of the strategic involvement in the South ter Mothers of Confed- first people to ring in Canada China Sea. eration: Queen Victoria, 150. Screens are tools used by navies to Anne Brown, Mercy Coles, Lt(N) Curtis Dollis, Navi- assist with the assignment of posi- and Luce Cuvillier. gating Officer onboard Otta- tioning when working with other The screen was first used wa, has become very familiar ships at sea. Different segments of by HMC Ships Ottawa and with the screen over the past the surrounding area are each as- Winnipeg and HMAS Bal- four months. signed a name for the sake of brev- larat, an Australian warship. “Ships routinely use screens ity. Often a theme is chosen for the The three ships conducted in operations, but using bits of names that reflects the mission at exercises over the course of Canadian history while doing so hand. In this case, Ottawa chose to three days using the Canadian allows us to promote Government spread some Canadiana to our foreign designed screen. The screen was also of Canada strategic communica- consorts. successfully used with the French tions goals while also adding a bit The Canada 150 screen celebrates ship Prairial, during a full day of of Canadian flavour to our exercises the sesquicentennial with an ode activities. The Canada 150 screen will with our partners in the region,” he to the mothers and fathers of Con- be used with other regional partners global engagement while deployed on says. federation, as well as a nod to the as Ottawa continues its mission of POSEIDON CUTLASS 17. The Canada 150 screen highlights The Canada 150 screen will see its Canada’s history and our geography next use during Pacific Guardian while showing our commitment to 17, an exercise to be conducted with peace and prosperity in the region. ships from the New Zealand, Japa- It also allows the sailors onboard Ot- nese, and American navies later this tawa to keep Canada in their minds New Office of month. This exercise will prelude while deployed in the Indo-Asia-Pacif- Ottawa’s and Winnipeg’s arrivals to ic region. Disability Management
By Kin Choi, stay at work, or to support them from ADM(HR-Civ) the onset of leave through to a safe and Nouveau bureau de successful return to the workplace. I am pleased to announce the The ODM will be implemented in launch of the initial phase of our the National Capital Region (NCR) new Office of Disability Management over the coming year. The first phase gestion de l'invalidité
By MCpl Molly Woodgate, in different modules until 2012. Unit Public Affairs Representative, The Hon LCol Harold Skaarup 3 Intelligence Company of 3 Int Coy and Maj Foote both recently visited the course to 3 Intelligence Company (3 Int give them a brief history of the Coy), a reserve unit based in branch. Halifax, has taken on teaching “I was struck by how person- the full-time Maintenance of able and well-spoken all of them Certification (MOC) Intelligence were – a credit to our trade, and Operator Course in Nova Scotia. I am proud to say 3 Int Coy is The course is running from 24 taking a lead on making excellent May until 1 September at 5 Cana- training happen right here in the dian Division Training Center, Maritimes.” said HLCol Skaarup. Aldershot. The course will train the candi- “This is the first full-time satel- dates on the key skills of an Intel- lite course of this type to be taught ligence Operator, which consists in Halifax and the course was of gathering information from maximum loaded with 24 students various sources about a specific from across Canada; representing topic; and collation and analysis 3, 4, 6, and 7 Intelligence Compa- prior to providing written and/ nys of the Primary Reserve (PRes) or verbal briefs to a Commander. as well as Regular Force (RegF) This process strives to provide personnel,” said Maj Jamie Foote, Students in the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Intelligence Operator Course enjoy a visit the most informed military intel- Commanding Officer, 3 Int Coy. from HCol Harold Skaarup (centre) during the recent course in Aldershot, NS. ligence analysis in support of op- The course is usually taught CAPT S.A. ERSKINE erations, planning, and decision- by the Canadian Forces School making. The training supports a of Military Intelligence (CFMSI) in Force concept which harmonizes the Regular Force members during the key element within the Defence Policy Kingston ON, but this year there are training between the Regular Force summer,” he said. by improving surveillance and intelli- two satellite courses being run: one in and the Reserves. The personnel of 3 Int Coy decided gence capabilities to anticipate emerg- Nova Scotia and another in Quebec. “It was determined that only 60-70% to get involved and help solve the ing threats and challenges to Canada’s Maj Foote said the school decided to of PRes Intelligence Operators await- problem by running the course on security. run the satellite courses because they ing training could be provided the behalf of CFSMI. All of the instruc- 3 In Coy is actively recruiting were not able to train all the Intel- opportunity to undertake their trade tors and arrangements for the course personnel interested in employment ligence Operators (PRes and RegF) qualification course under the normal have been seen to by the unit. It’s not within the Intelligence Branch. Inqui- waiting to go on the course. This summer training model. This would completely unfamiliar ground for the ries can be directed to Sgt Desilets at training is a key example of the One also not allow for the training of any unit as they used to teach the course 902-722-4220.
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By Trident Staff 78th Highlander. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the atmosphere Looking for ways to celebrate while you celebrate this significant Canada’s 150th birthday? Here’s a list milestone in our history as a nation. of Canada Day activities for the whole Canada Day Family Fun Fest. family. All events are free unless oth- Presented by Maple Lodge Farms. erwise noted. 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Halifax Com- Halifax Pancake Breakfast. mons. Maple Lodge Farms is proud to Presented by Pepsi, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00a.m. present the largest family celebration Grand Parade, Halifax. Start Canada of our birthday in Atlantic Canada. Day 2017 with a free pancake break- Free entertainment,interactive activi- fast while supplies last. The Lions ties, science experiments,food trucks, Club, DND and our Air Cadets dedi- face painting, inflatables, and appear- cate their Canada Day to make this ances by your favourite characters. event special for our community. Shows and meet and greets by the K9 Performance by The Tattoo Choir. Hi Flyers Dog Agility Team. Touch- Dartmouth Pancake Breakfast. A-Truck Provided by the Royal Nova 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Start Canada Day Scotia International Tattoo. Cyclists participate in the first annual MARLANT Navy Bike Ride, held at 12 Wing 2017 with a FREE pancake breakfast Learn to Camp Program. 12:00 Shearwater on June 2. at Alderney Landing (while supplies p.m - 4:00 p.m., Parks Canada Plaza, NCDT ALEX ROY, MARLANT PA last).The Lions Club, DND and our Halifax Commons. Parks Canada Air Cadets dedicate their Canada Day offers interactive camping lessons to make this event special for our in the heart of Halifax through the Bicycle safety community. Join us as Red Label Kilts Learn To Camp program. Learn how & Tartan Design unveil the Official to pitch a tent and other camping By CPO1 Lee Brown, or horn to warn pedestrians and other Dartmouth City Of Lakes Tartan. basics and games! BCPO vehicles that you are approaching. Royal Nova Scotia International Free concert. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 3. Cycles must have a front light Tattoo Parade. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sullivan’s Pond, Dartmouth. Free It is that time of year where we are and a back reflector (or light) if you Fun for all ages. Bring the whole family. gazebo concert featuring Canadian seeing more and more of our mem- are going to bike later than 30mins Official Halifax Celebration artists The Rock A Barons, The BBQ bers of CFB Halifax, HMC Dockyard, after sunset (dusk, not darkness) of Canada 150. 12:00 p.m. – 2 p.m. Kings, and special guests. Free Maple Shearwater and surrounding areas 4. Cyclists may pass motor vehicles Halifax Citadel National Historic Site. Leaf cookies while quantities last. using their bicycles for transporta- on the right if it is safe to do so. Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday in- Free concert. Presented By South- tion. While biking to work can be ex- 5. Motor vehicles may not park in a side the walls of the historic Halifax west Properties. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., hilarating, healthy, fun and a green bike lane. Citadel – a Confederation-era site. It Halifax Public Gardens. Join ECMA alternative, some cyclists are not 6. Motor vehicles may only pass a all starts with the firing of the iconic nominated singer and songwriter Ian following all the rules of the road as bicycle if is safe to do so and there noon gun followed by the traditional Janes in The Halifax Public Gardens they pertain to them. Please refer to is at least one meter open space 21-gun salute. Enjoy bands, choirs, for a free Canada Day Concert. Free the attached links for more informa- between the vehicle and the cyclist. 78th Highlander military performanc- maple cookies while quantities last. tion. Please familiarize yourself to Motor vehicles may cross a line to es, presentations and don’t miss the ensure you have a safe and enjoyable pass a bicycle safely. official Canada Day cake served by a Continued on page 19 cycling experience. 7. Cyclists are allowed to take the http://nslegislature.ca/legc/stat- full lane if going through a round- utes/motor%20vehicle.pdf about, making a left turn, or other- https://novascotia.ca/tran/publi- wise feel that they need to do so for cations/NovaScotiaBicycleSafety.pdf their safety. Volunteering for the veterans https://www.dal.ca/dept/bike- 8. Bicycles are allowed on 100 centre/resources/laws.html series highways unless the highway has posted “no bikes or slow moving Top 10 cycling rules for Nova Scotia vehicles” signs. Restricted highways 1. Cyclists of all ages must wear a include stretches of 111, 103, 102 and proper fitted helmet that complies the Bedford bypass. with the regulations. A properly 9. Cyclists must follow the same designed and fitted helmet greatly laws as a motor vehicle, unless the reduces the risk of brain injury, the law has made specific exemptions leading type of fatal or disabling (such as passing on the right). For injury to cyclists. To ensure proper example, cyclists may not ride on the fit, consult with sales staff when you sidewalk, or use crosswalks while buy a helmet and follow manufactur- riding their bicycle. er’s instructions. Generally speak- 10. No person shall ride a bicycle, ing, the helmet should be snug, low tricycle, or similar machine on a on the forehead and with the chin sidewalk, except for children (16 and strap tight enough to only allow one under), who may cycle on a sidewalk finger between it and your chin. in a public square, park, city or 2. Cycles are required to have a bell town.
at CF CHAPELS Chapel Services de la Chapelle • Sunday/dimanche STADACONA SHEARWATER 10h30 - Protestant 10h00 - Roman Catholic -English -bilingual/bilingue Military members teamed up for the annual spring cleanup of the grounds outside Visit: www.rcmilord.com for more information/pour les renseignements Camp Hill Veterans Memorial Hospital in Halifax on May 25, 2017. The volunteers BAPTISM, MATRIMONY & OTHER SACRAMENTS - BY APPOINTMENT/REQUEST performed tasks ranging from raking and clearing away dead leaves and brush, to painting the fence. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” - Gospel according to John 133151 MS RONNIE KINNIE, FIS June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 19 Celebrate Canada Day 2017...
Continued from page 18 If you don't want to be in the concert area there will be a fireworks viewing Community Citizenship Cer- area where you can bring your chairs emony. 2:45 p.m.- 3:45 p.m., Halifax or blankets in the green space of the Citadel National Historic Site of Emera Oval. Canada. In celebration of Canada 150, Canada 150 at Kejimkujik National Immigration, Refugees and Citizen- Park and National Historic Site, 3005 ship Canada and the Institute for Ca- Main Pky, Maitland Bridge NS. www. nadian Citizenship will host a special parkscanada.gc.ca/keji community citizenship ceremony Celebrate with us by participating at Halifax Citadel National Historic in the first Keji Tintamarre (an Acadi- Site. Reaffirm your citizenship and an tradition of marching and making celebrate Canada Day with Canada’s noise with improvised instruments newest citizens. and other noisemakers), followed Main Event Concert. 5:00 p.m - by a group campfire, lemonade and 11:59 p.m., Halifax Commons. Free free cupcakes. Join us for the official Canada Day Concert featuring Dead- launch of the Friends of Keji Photo mau5 and his revolutionary CUBE Contest and the exciting 2017 guided 2.1 for the first time ever in Canada. interpretation programs. This year’s concert features a wide Canada 150 at Fort Anne National variety of acts including: Deadmau5, Historic Site, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., 323 Matt Mays, Izabelle, Ashelin, Rebecca St. George Street, Annapolis Royal Thomas, and Stan Rogers Tribute NS. www.parkscanada.gc.ca/fortanne presented by Neptune Theatre. All Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday ages concert with 19+ Licensed Area at Parks Canada’s oldest adminis- Soldiers of the 78th Highlanders prepare to fire the daily noon gun at Halifax Citadel (I.D. required) tered national historic site. Engage National Historic Site. On Canada Day 2017, the Citadel will host celebrations includ- Official Fireworks. Presented all your senses - sing Oh Canada as ing military drills by the Highlanders to mark Canada’s 150th birthday. by Dartmouth Crossing. 10:00 p.m. you watch the flag raised at Town PARKS CANADA Halifax Commons. The Canada 150 Hall; join Parks Canada’s mascot, Fireworks are going to be a spectacu- Parka, in the procession to the fort; Historic Site, 1:00 p.m. – 3: p.m., 53 reconstructed site. Listen to musical lar presentation. This year will be a enjoy a piece of cake; set out your Historic Lane, Granville Ferry NS. entertainment and enjoy a slice of pyro-musical, with the show choreo- blanket for a picnic and enjoy the www.parkscanada.gc.ca/portroyal. Canada Day cake at the oldest perma- graphed to music. The best viewing musical entertainment. Celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday nent European settlement north of point will be at the Halifax Commons. Canada 150 at Port-Royal National at Port-Royal, Parks Canada’s first Saint Augustine, Florida. Two Second World War Lynxes commemorated at 406 (M) OTS Squadron
By Lt Drover, parted for the Middle East in October 406 (M) OTS UPAR 1941. Fumerton returned to 406 Sqn as Commanding Officer in August 1943 On the morning of June 8, 2017, 406 until the end of his operational tour (M) OTS Squadron gathered to honour in July 1944. the memory of two former Lynxes, Wing Commander Leslie Patrick Wing Commander Robert “Moose” Stanford Bing, DFC and Bar, was Fumerton, and Wing Commander Fumerton’s long term Observer/Navi- Patrick Bing, with the dedication gator through their time at 406 Sqn of their new home as the Fumerton and subsequent postings where the and Bing Training Centre. Among crew continued to create a reputation the more than 30 members of the of skilled flying and daring battles, extended Fumerton and Bing families Members of the Fumerton and Bing families attend the dedication of the Fumerton even being shot down on a couple oc- in attendance, we welcomed one of and Bing Training Centre at 406 (M) OTS Squadron at 12 Wing Shearwater. casions. Postwar, WCdr Bing contin- WCdr Fumerton’s daughters, Mau- LS LAURANCE CLARKE, 12 WING IMAGING SERVICES ued serving in the RCAF and retired reen Shipton, and WCdr Bing’s son, at the rank of Wing Commander. Gerrard Bing, each of whom spoke to Cyclone Helicopter with advanced 88 bomber, cut out one of the Iron The F&BTC is dedicated to the the occasion. Their accounts of their full-mission and part-task synthetic Crosses, and hung it in the crew room memory of these proud and distin- dads’ exploits and character outside flying, mission, and maintenance for use as the 406 Squadron Iron Cross guished Lynxes and represents the the RCAF coupled with our collective simulators that are fully Distributed Scoreboard, which is now on display next step in the Squadron’s capability understanding of their wartime ser- Interactive Simulation/High-Level at F&BTC. Fumerton and Bing’s post- to be poised and ready to generate vice made for a powerful and at times Architecture compliant to enable ing to 406 was fairly short and they de- Wings for the Fleet. emotional event. future interaction with the Canadian In 2016, 406 (Maritime) Operational Advanced Synthetic Environment. Training Squadron re-located from Wing Commander Robert “Moose” Shearwater’s lower base Second Fumerton, DFC with Bar, AFC was World War-era “E” and “5” buildings, first attached to 406 Sqn in England where training for the CH124 Sea King as the squadron was just beginning was designed and had been delivered to train for night fighting. With his since 1971. The dedication of the Observer/Navigator then-Sergeant To Rent or List an Apartment, House, Condo, or Flat. Fumerton and Bing Training Center Pat Bing, they made the RCAF’s first For Help Finding a New Home. (F&BTC) represents a significant night fighter victory on September O c e : 902-435-0368 • Fax: 902-405-9762 moment in 406 (M) OTS’s history as 1, 1941 before 406 Squadron was even it strides forward. In the F&BTC, the declared fully operational. The next [email protected] • [email protected] Squadron will train aviators and war- day, Fumerton and Bing went to find www.HomeFindersHfx.com riors to operate the Sikorsky CH148 the downed German Junkers JU- 133152 20 TRIDENT Sports June 26, 2017
What’s the score with local sports in your community? Send write-ups, photos, and results to Sports [email protected] First ever MARLANT Navy Bike Ride a big success
By Ryan Melanson, cyclists chose to travel, it presented a Trident Staff challenge for veteran riders while still being accessible to the novices with Hundreds of military cyclists headed the short 6km route on the Shearwa- out for a morning on the trails on June ter Trail. LCdr Robichaud lives in 2 for the first annual MARLANT Navy Eastern Passage and said he remem- Bike Ride, and judging by the large bered how impressed he was with the turnout and rave reviews from those trail system when he first discovered who took part, they may have estab- it; he hoped some of the participants lished a new tradition for the region. would have the same reaction. The intent was to put together a “I wanted people who have never small local ride to shadow the larger experienced the trail before to get a Navy Bike Ride, which was held for chance, because it’s just breathtak- the first time this year in Ottawa on ing,” he said. May 20, but turnout was stronger than “And the novice riders are really expected and about 400 bikers hit the the target audience we wanted to get Shearwater Trail in the morning to fol- Cyclists ride along the Salt Marsh Trail toward Lawrencetown during the MAR- at this event, so we wanted to make it low either a 6km, 15km or 30km route. LANT Navy Bike Ride on Friday, June 2. exciting for them as well.” About half the riders opted to buy Mona Ghiz/MARLANT PA And as riders convened outside the and wear the special Navy Bike Ride Shearwater Arena for refreshments jerseys for the event, creating a great public and some participants brought ting outside to celebrate fitness and and prize draws following the ride, show of RCN pride as the pack tra- along family members. what we’re all about. When I found the quality of the scenic route was the versed the trails and crossed the Salt LCdr Amber Comisso completed the out we were having our ride here I biggest topic of conversation, with Marsh Trail toward Lawrencetown. full 30km ride and said she had a blast had to do it,” she said. many saying they had discovered a A number of the formation’s senior getting out on her bike for the morn- “It’s been incredible to watch this new favourite spot. leaders took part, including RAdm ing alongside so many fellow sailors thing grow from a small idea to what “I had to stop and take pictures, it was John Newton and Formation Chief and other CAF members. we have here today.” amazing,” said CPO1 Robin Lessard. CPO1 Pierre Auger, and while official “I had signed up for the ride in Ot- LCdr Kray Robichaud played a role Others said they would be back with registration was only open to CAF tawa because I loved the idea of the in putting the event together, along their families or riding buddies, and members, trails remained open to the Navy getting together like this, get- with CPO1 Sifton Mosher and Lt(N) many were already talking about how Guillermo Rivera, as well as PSP Hali- the MARLANT ride could be an even fax staff. He said plans for a modest bigger event next year for its second COTW COTF Wing Cup event to coincide with the Ottawa ride annual installment. began a couple months ago, and ex- Organizers wanted to thank PSP Floor hockey, panded as more people showed inter- Halifax staff for assisting with the June 26-30 est. Organizers were surprised at how ride, including Wally Bukowski who Mud Hero, July 8 quickly registrations began to pour in provided his always-popular emcee soon after news of the ride went out. skills for the day, the many sponsors Golf, July 24 Golf, July 24 Golf, July 24 The route was chosen because, de- who helped make the event happen and pending on how far along the trail the donated draw prizes for participants. Soccer, July 21-24 Swimming, TBD Running, August 10 12 Wing hosts Navy Slo-pitch, Slo-pitch, June 22-23 August 21-25 Tridents Triathlon By Ryan Melanson, race was also the first ever Draft Legal LAWYERS - AVOCATS Trident Staff Jr Elite race held in Nova Scotia, which involves bikers being permitted to ride English/Francais Athletes of all skill levels flocked in packs or closely behind each other. to 12 Wing Shearwater on Sunday, Club member PO1 Patrick Lavigne CRIMINAL LAW FAMILY LAW June 4, for one of the Halifax DND said these races are typically hosted www.singleton.ns.ca www.singletonfamilylaw.ca community’s signature events. The by much larger clubs, and that it was a Annual Navy Tridents Triathlon and major feat to pull it off with the small 902.483.3080 Duathlon, hosted by the Navy Trident 32-member group. Eight men and five 902.492.7000 (AFTER HOURS) Triathlon Club, is the first Triathlon women at the race were also competing event for the season in Nova Scotia, for a spot on Team Nova Scotia for the with distances from the short Tri-a-tri upcoming Canada Games. up to the Sprint Triathlon or Duath- “It was rewarding for the club mem- Tom Singleton lon meaning a varied crowd of both bers knowing that all their efforts were newcomers and seasoned athletes not only supporting these athletes, but always turns out. supporting bringing the sport in Nova The popular event included some Scotia to the same level as in other changes this year, with new routes for provinces,” PO1 Lavigne said. Leora Lawson 133159.innd all three disciplines to accommodate 1809 BARRINGTON STREET, SUITE 1100, HALIFAX, NS B3J 3K8 a larger number of participants. The Continued on page 21 June 26, 2017 TRIDENT Sports 21 Fitness and The Montreal Expos and sports updates the Toronto Blue Jays By Stephen Stone third out on a triple play even By Trident Staff Learn to Run Program at STAD- and Tom Thomson though the umpire called the PLEX goes from June 6 – July 27 on runner safe? The Formation Women’s Soccer Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30 – 8:30 Questions 10. Who was the first Blue Jay en- Team will soon be starting weekly a.m. Group meetings will include a 1. The Expos won their inaugural shrined in Baseball's Hall of Fame? practices in preparation for the Atlan- brief information session followed game in 1969 11-10 against the even- 11. Who was the Mayor of tic Regional Tournament hosted by by a group run and additional cross tual world series winners. Which Jonesville”in Montreal? CFB Gagetown from August 8-11.The training. Included in these sessions team lost that first Expos game? 12. Who was the starting third base- team is a great opportunity to meet is an assessment of foot strike and 2. Toronto beat the Chicago White man for the Expos in 1969? new people and increase your soc- running cadence as well as important Sox in the Jays first game, 9-5, 13. Who was the Expos’ opening day cer skills and fitness – no experience information to improve running per- despite playing in a snow squall catcher? required. If you are interested, please formance and decrease risk of injury. due mainly to this first base- 14. Who was the opening day catch- contact Emily Bowen at Emily.Bow- For any questions or to express inter- man's two home runs. er for the Toronto Blue Jays? [email protected] for additional details est in joining this program, please 3. In their ninth game of the 1969 15. Which was the fastest AL expan- and to be added to the team email list. contact Briana Plante at briana. season who pitched the Expos first sion team to win the World Series? Epic Forces Challenge. Celebrate [email protected] or at 902-721-8416. no-hitter? It was his first of two 16. There are only two major league Canada’s 150th Anniversary by chal- Join PSP Community Recreation no-hitters he threw for the Expos. baseball teams under corporate lenging yourself this summer. Com- for pick-up beach volleyball on 4. His Expos nickname was Le ownership. Rogers' Communica- plete a race at both the Epic Canadian Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 -9 Grand Orange. tion owns the Blue Jays. Who and Navy 10K to earn limited edition p.m. at the Shearwater Fitness, Sports 5. These are the only Expos in The owns the other team? Canada 150 swag. Epic Canadian: and Cecreation Centre. All equip- Baseball Hall of Fame. 17. Where did the Expos play the June 30 – July 2, Navy 10K Run – Au- ment will be provided and teams will 6. Which Expo gave up the home first games in Montreal? gust 20. For more information, visit: be organized upon arrival. For more run on Blue Monday in 1981? 18. Where did the Blue Jays play www.epiccanadian.ca | www.cafcon- information, please call 902-720-3463. 7. As well as number 42, which was their first games in Toronto? nection.ca/halifax/navy10k Join PSP Community Recreation retired by all of Major League 19. To whom did Mike Timlin throw Shearwater Ball Hockey Team for for pick-up basketball at the Baseball, the Blue Jays have only Otis Nixon's bunt in the bottom practices start now. Practices Shearwater Fitness, Sports and Rec- retired one other number. Which of the 11th inning to win the ir are11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Mondays, reation Centre. All equipment will be is it and who wore it? first World Series? Wednesday and Fridays provided and teams will be organized 8. Who was the first Blue Jay to 20. In the regular season, 1993, it For more information please con- upon arrival. Mondays and Wednes- be named the Als most valuable was the first time in 100 years tact: Cpl Robbins at 902-720-1141 or days, 7 - 9pm. For more information, player? that the top three hitters for the MCpl Hayes at 902-720-3214. please call 902-720-3463 9. Who made the tag, in the World batting crown were from the Series against the Braves which same team. Who were they and video showed was a tag for the who actually won the crown? 12 Wing hosts Navy Tridents Triathlon Answers on page 23
Continued from page 20 McClure (1:14), winners of the male and female Draft Legal race, Sprint The club also added a new category Triathlon overall winners Nicholas this year for military race teams, with Phillips (1:07) and Andrea Burris the Health Services squad, led by LCol (1:19), and Sprint Triathlon military Sheela MacLean, taking first place. And winners LS Daniel Hannah (1:16) and as usual, the race also brought out many Lt(N) Emilie Beland (1:21). who were trying this type of activity for The Navy Tridents wished to thank the first time, with the Tri-a-tri distance all 56 volunteers who assisted with the offering an accessible starting point to event, including Tri Nova Scotia Of- get introduced to the sport. ficials, Stacey Robichaud and Heather Other winners at the event includ- Arbour from PSP Halifax, and Race ed: Peter Corbin (1:03) and Maggie Director CPO2 Cyrus John. Morning PT during EX TRADEWINDS 17
Caribbean divers along with two CAF divers from Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic do morning physical training during Exercise TRADEWINDS 17 in Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago on June 2, 2017. MCPL GABRIELLE DESROCHERS, CF COMBAT CAMERA
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Col Pete Saunders congratulates MCpl Gabriel Auclair for his recent gold medal achievement at the Senior Canadian Weightlifting Championships. CPL JENNIFER CHIASSON, 12 WING IMAGERY
AVN tech from 12 Wing Members of Formation Halifax, including RAdm John Newton, Commander MAR- LANT and JTFA, lift up PO2 William Duff for the #ALSLift Challenge prior to a Formation run on June 15. takes gold at national RYAN MELANSON, TRIDENT STAFF weightlifting championship Formation runners By Cpl Jennifer Chiasson, stopped when I joined the Canadian 12 Wing Imagery Services Armed Forces at 17, and I restarted the sport when I was 26 years old.” ‘Give a Lift’ in MCpl Gabriel Auclair won a nation- With passion, dedication and sup- al gold medal during the Senior Cana- port from his coach, Guy Marineau, dian Weightlifting Championships in MCpl Auclair has surpassed his goal La Prairie, Quebec on May 21, 2017. of not only competing at the na- support of ALS Year upon year, it seems that more tional level, but taking home a gold people step into the world of Olym- medal with a Snatch weight of 144kg By Ryan Melanson, pic Weightlifting, while others have (317 lbs.) and a Clean Jerk of 193kg Trident Staff dedicated themselves to the sport at (425 lbs.). a very young age. 12 Wing Shearwa- “At this point, I want the 2018 The latest Formation Run/Walk ter is please to introduce one such Commonwealth Games. I am at the was held on the morning of June 15 man who has kept his focus on his moment, able to participate in the as part of the MARLANT Health and goals from a young age and has lead next event held in Toronto, Summer- Wellness Strategy, but with an added himself to a national gold medal, in fest, to hopefully qualify for the 2017 twist in support of a sailor recently Olympic Weightlifting. Senior World Championship and the diagnosed with a debilitating disease. MCpl Auclair is an Aviation 2017 Commonwealth Championship. The hundreds of members gathered Systems Technician (AVN) from I have to participate in one of these in front of D201 for the run also par- Lachute Quebec, posted to 12 Wing two competitions to be chosen for ticipated in the ‘Give a Lift for ALS’ Shearwater. He has contributed to the 2018 Commonwealth Games.” challenge, a social media campaign the Maritime Helicopter Squadrons MCpl Auclair will continue his that encourages supporters to lift a between 423 Squadron (Sqn) Shear- training at Renfrew Strength and friend in the air for a photo and share water and 443 Sqn Pat Bay on the Conditioning Center in Elmsdale, it on social media with the hashtag east coast, and finally back to 406 Nova Scotia, four to six times a week #ALSlift, while nominating three
Sqn for theLMD_HFX_Trident_YFL_50427x31429_BW_EN_HI_RES.pdf past 15 years. with 1 the 16/05/2017 hopes 3:29:42 of PMreaching his objec- others to do the same. It’s a follow- “I started the sport when I was tive of competing in the 2018 Com- up to the successful ALS Ice Bucket 15 years old, in my high school. I monwealth Games. Challenge that raised millions for the Batman lifts the Easter Bunny for the cause in 2014. #ALSLift Challenge. Some took individual photos for the CPL J.W.S.HOUCK, FIS HALIFAX campaign with FIS photographers on site, and then all gathered for a group the money raised will fund the most LASIK. photo where a number of members innovative ALS research through the held up PO2 William Duff. PO2 Duff Adaptive Canuck ALS Foundation, C YOURS is a MESO with more than 10 years of a charitable foundation managed by M service, who has sailed on both coasts Canadian patients and families living and is currently employed at MOG 5. with the disease. Y FOR LESS. He is married to a service spouse, has Following the ALS Challenge, the CM two young children, and was recently group ran through HMC Dockyard No more glasses. diagnosed with ALS. and along the Halifax boardwalk to MY No more contacts. “He’s one of us, so we’re doing this promote health and fitness in the fleet. CY for one of our own and to show sup- Cdr Geoffrey Steed, the CO of HMCS Starting at $490/eye.* CMY port for the fight against ALS,” said Halifax, said the runs are going to get CPO1 John Wilson, Coxn of the Fleet more frequent with the onset of nicer K Health and Welfare Champion unit weather. HMCS Halifax. “This is about a culture shift in the Book a free consultation Information about donating to Navy, and I can’t overemphasize how at 1-877-852-2005 or lasikmd.com ALS research was also available, and important it is that we do this and more fundraising information can be that we focus on the health and well-
133155 *Prices are subject to change without prior notice and vary based on prescription strength. foundStandard LASIK starting at $490/eye and Custom $1,750/eye. Other conditions may apply. at http://ALSlift.org. 100% of ness of our sailors.” June 26, 2017 TRIDENT News 23
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The Montreal Expos and the Toronto Blue Jays
Questions on page 21 10. Roberto Alomar Answers 11. Left fielder Mack Jones of the Ex- 1. New York Mets pos. 2. Doug Ault 12. Jose “Coco” Laboy 3. Bill Stoneman 13. John Bateman 4. Rusty Staub 14. Rick Cerone 5. Gary Carter and Andre Dawson. 15. The Toronto Blue Jays 6. Steve Rogers gave up the playoff 16. Liberty Media owns the Atlanta series home run to Rick Monday in Braves. the 9th inning to Dodgers Rick Mon- 17. Jarry Field HAPPY CANADA DAY d a y. 18. Exhibition Stadium in Toronto HAPPY CANADA DAY 7. 12 – Roberto Alomar 19. Joe Carter at first 8. George Bell – 308 avg,; 47 home 20. Paul Molitor, Roberto Alomar and JOYEUSE FÊTE DU CANADA runs, and 134 RBIs the batting crown went to John 9. Kelly Gruber Olerud batting .363. 133440 24 TRIDENT News June 26, 2017 133146