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Volume 56 Issue 1 Serving Shilo, & Douglas since 1947 January 12, 2017 INSIDE This Issue

Base’s newspaper turning 70 in 2017. Page 2 Farewell 2016

Hamper program success- ful thanks to you. Page 3

Base awards presented during luncheon. Page 9 It was a busy year for CFB Shilo, with soldiers training to prepare for deployments, including 2PPCLI off to the Ukraine for Op UNI- FIER. Day was Lt(N) Greg Ansley dunked, while soldiers in all units enjoyed sports activities. Photos by Jules Xavier 2 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017

Newspaper covers Base for seven decades

Jules Xavier Benning, . Five years later, the Shilo Stag Base introduced soldiers and their families to this newspaper. During the course of the next 12 Seventy years ago when the in- months, we’ll go back into our ar- Shilo Stag augural was published chives held by the RCA Museum and and distributed on this Base, Ko- share with your some of the content dak Tri-X black and white film from those yellowing newspapers. was used in what would now be Perhaps you have some old cop- considered an antique camera ies in your grandfather’s attic you your grandfather brought out at might want to share with us. family outings. We’ll share stories, photos as well Layout was done the old-fash- as some of the advertising which ion way — wax, pica ruler, Photo appeared in the tabloid newspa- Mechanical Transfers (PMTs), pers. hot-lead type — by hand once When Canada was celebrating the typesetting was done. Film its centennial in 1967, The Stag as it was processed in a darkroom was called then, was issued under using Kodak D76 chemicals. the authority of BComd Col Or- Reporters did interviews in ton, with the content “edited and person, not on-line, or via the approved” by Capt Rennie. His dial telephone when you did assistant editor was Lt Walker. not need to use an area code be- Fifty years ago you could buy fore the number. In fact, in 1947 an Impala Sport Coupe or Ca- you did not need an area code The look and content of the 70-year-old Shilo Stag has changed over the decades based on tech- price Custom Sedan at Western for making calls in Manitoba — nology and how the serves its members and families. This is evident in Motors at 10th and Princess in there weren’t that many phones two different editions of the paper. The one on the left from Nov. 13, 2008 was done using pagina- Brandon. Brown’s Drug Store compared to the population of tion, with photos taken on digital cameras. Editorial staff were civilians, while military members had at 902 Rosser Ave. had the Asa- Manitoba today. A phone num- the responsibility to produce the the copy on the right which was published on July 30, 1964. Cut hi Pentax SIA film camera on ber in Brandon 50 years ago and paste and hotlead type was used in the late 60s, while photos were taken using film cameras sale for $149.95 (regular price was PA6-5377. containing Kodak Tri-X 400 ASA film. $202.40). Safeway in Brandon There were no fax machines, sold chuck steak 55 cents per computers, digital cameras or pound, hamburger 59 cents per cell phones. A lot has changed for the current Stag Team compared to seven de- pound, California peaches 49 cents per pound or a gallon of ice cream for $1.29. A cades ago when it was military staff producing your community newspaper. blade roast for Sunday supper would cost you 59 cents per pound. A lot was happening in Canada in ‘47 — Jan. 1 Canadian Citizenship Act 1946 Going back to 1964, the newspaper was referred to as Camp Shilo Stag, with Col comes into effect; Jan. 2 Dominion of Newfoundland (later a province in ‘49) Hunt as BComd, while Lt Busby “edited and approved” the content. A yearly sub- switches to driving on the right from the left; Jan. 27 the cabinet order deport- scription was $2.50. Camp Shilo’s new GSM was Clifford Ludtke, who served with ing Japanese-Canadians to Japan is repealed after widespread protests; Feb. 13 the PPCLI during the Second World War and Korean War. The Base was also ac- oil is discovered near Leduc, Alberta; May 14 Chinese Immigration Act of 1923 tively involved in Brandon’s annual Travellers Day parade. is repealed; June 15 laws limiting Asian immigration to Canada are repealed and Five years later, The Shilo Stag was under the authority of BComd Col Francis, Canadians of Asian descent are allowed to vote in federal elections; July 22 two while Capt Numbers was editor in a six-person newsroom, which included pho- new nuclear reactors go online at the Chalk River research facility; Sept. 30 last tographer Sgt Hull and teen editor Sharlene Rowland and ladies editor Thelma group of personnel who had been on active service, for the Second World War, McFarland. since Sept. 1, 1939, stood down; Dec. 29 federal law While seven decades might seem was changed such that Canadian women no longer young in comparison to the centennial of lost their citizenship automatically if they married the Battle of Vimy Ridge which will be non-Canadians. celebrated this April, your Base newspa- Stuart Garson was premier of Manitoba, while Wil- per has been around as long as some of liam Lyon Mackenzie King was our prime minister. the other CAF publications serving other Our dollar bill and all paper currency, plus coins, fea- Canadian Bases. tured the face of King George VI, father of our current While we’re not the oldest, we’re close monarch Queen Elizabeth II. when you compare publishing dates Turning 70 this year are a number of famous Ca- for the following: CFB Petawawa Post nadians: Andrea Martin, actress and comedian; Abby ‘44, CFB Esquimalt RCN Gangway ‘43 Hoffman, track and field athlete; Kim Campbell, poli- (now the Lookout), CFB Trenton Contact tician and 19th — and first female — prime minister ‘40 (now published by newspaper giant of Canada; Lynn Johnston, cartoonist; Rosella Bjorn- Metroland 2011) and CFB Borden Citizen son, airline pilot, first female pilot for a commercial ‘48. airline in North America; Ken Dryden, ice hockey Younger Base newspapers include: 17 player, politician, lawyer, businessman and author; Wing Voxair ‘52, CFB Comox RH Thomson, actor; and Burton Cummings, musi- Totem Times ‘60, CFB Cold Lake Courier cian and songwriter who was born in Winnipeg. ‘54, then reborn in ‘67, CFB North Bay This Base has been a training facility for the Ca- Shield ‘66 (first moniker wasThe Jet), CFB nadian Armed Forces (CAF) since 1910, and saw an St. Jean/Montreal Servir 1993 (fusion increase in its use as a training facility following the of the Aladin and Parapet), CFB Halifax outbreak of the Great War, with nearby Trident ‘66, CFB Val Cartier Adsum ‘72. home to thousands of soldiers preparing themselves Pte JP Gignac shows the wives “how to do it” on one of 28 COD sew- CFB Greenwood’s community newspa- for the battlefields of and . per was born in 1953 as the Wings over The principal purpose of this Base is for training ing machines. Looking on with interest as 28 Central Ordnance Depot celebrates its 15th anniversary are Mrs. Brando, Pte DeBartolo, Mrs. Greenwood. Its moniker later changed to in artillery and munitions, activities audibly recog- The Angus, then to its current The Aurora. nized, though not begrudged, by generations of near- DiBartolo, Mrs. Hagget, Sgt Cunningham and Mrs. Cunningham. This photo was on the front page of the Camp Shilo Stag newspaper pub- So happy 70th anniversary as the Stag by residents. In 1942, training of the 1st Canadian continues to cover your community. Parachute Battalion was transferred here from Fort lished on Nov. 18, 1965. January 12, 2017 Shilo Stag 3

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Through the blustery, swirling snow typical of Manitoba winters, the commu- Frosting Cake Mix nity of CFB Shilo extended warmth and joy this past holiday season. • Chocolate Fudge, Vanilla, • Assorted Varieties The recent Adopt a Family hamper program was a great success due to the en- Chocolate • 432-515 gr thusiastic generosity of military units, businesses, and families. More than 44 hampers were fi lled with non-perishable food items. These items, • 450 gr • Reg. 2.79-4.19 along with additional support from the Support Our Troops Fund, allowed Shilo’s • Reg. 3.49 2/ 4/ chaplains and MFRC staff to provide Christmas dinner for families in our com- munity. In addition, the surplus hampers were delivered to smaller surrounding com- 5 10 munities to help fi ll the cupboards of local food banks. CFB Shilo’s chaplains and MFRC staff wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to all those who participated in this year’s Adopt a Family campaign. Kool-Aid Jammers® Quaker ® Thanks for your generosity this past holiday season. Kool-Aid Crispy Minis • Assorted Varieties • Assorted Varieties • 10x180 ml • 100 gr • Reg. 5.19 • Reg. 2.59 399 2/4 Gain ® Charmin ® Detergent & Dryer Toilet Paper • Ultra Strong Sheets • 12 rolls • Liquid Laundry Soap and Dryer • Reg. 12.99 Sheets 99 • 1.47 L & 120 Pk 2/ 6 • Reg. 5.99-8.29 8 Padre Ihuoma helps MFRC staff with the sorting of food items at the Faith Centre. Jan. 12 to Jan. 25 2017 4 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017

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General manager Mike McEwan ext 3073 Managing editor Jules Xavier ext 3093 Base Photographer ext 6008 Assistant editor Sarah Francis ext 3013 Advertising rep Elaine Bullee ext 3736 Follow the puck! Editorial advisor Lori Truscott ext 3813 Proof reader Elaine Bullee ext 3736 It was a hive of activity on the ice during the second period intermission of a Brandon Wheat Kings WHL tilt. During the break, HIP players from CFB Shilo had an opportunity to play shinny in front of a full house. Wear- Fax: 204-765-3814 Email: [email protected] ing the home and away jerseys of the Shilo Sentinels, the young players chased after a number of pucks to the delight of their parents, who stood on the visitor’s bench taking video of their hockey antics. Mailing Address: Photo by Jules Xavier CANADIAN Box 5000, Stn Main COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER AWARD 2014 CFB Shilo, Manitoba, R0K 2A0

This newspaper is issued by authority of LCol John Cochrane, Base Commander, CFB Shilo. The views expressed herein are not necessarily those of the Department of National Defence or Op UNIFIER recycles while of the editorial staff. The editorial staff reserves the right to edit, to abridge, to reject copy or advertising to adhere to the policy, as outlined in CFAO 57-5, and for clarity and/or content. The Shilo Stag is produced every second Thursday. supporting a good cause Deadline for submissions is the Thursday prior to the week of publication. Submissions can be sent to the Stag Canadian soldiers appreciate how prosthetic limbs via email at [email protected], dropped off at the Stag of- Capt Stephen Neil Stag Special are readily available at home for injured veterans. Re- fi ce located in CANEX or via Inter-base mail. alizing that prosthetic limbs aren’t as easily available for Ukrainian veterans has inspired the members of Submitting articles and photos for print: In addition to training their Ukrainian counterparts • Please submit articles as a MS Word Document. JTF-U to commit to recycling for charity. while on Op UNIFIER, members of Joint Task Force - The conversation with the Ukrainians also helped • Include the author’s full name, rank, unit and contact information. Ukraine (JTF-U) have been supporting an initiative to • Include photos with your articles whenever possible, members of JTF-U appreciate the wide range of ser- provide prosthetic limbs for Ukrainian soldiers. vices that are offered to our members and their fami- however, do not embed photos in word documents. When Canadian troops in Ukraine recycle their • Please submit photos as high resolution jpegs (if lies. bottles and caps, the monetary value of the weight of For example, Canadian troops have access to the scanned 300 dpi), digital images or in hard copy format. the plastic is donated to OBEC, an organization that services of the Military Family Resource Centre • With photos, include a caption that names the individu- provides prosthetic limbs. (MFRC), chaplain services both in theatre and on the als in the photo; what is taking place; and the name, Caritas is a charitable organization that operates home front, as well as mental health services. rank, and unit of the photographer. under the auspices of the Ukrainian Catholic church, A poignant takeaway from the meeting was the ap- • • • and part of the current mandate of Caritas is to be a preciation of many Ukrainians for the work of JTF-U. bottle cap delivery depot. Canadians are helping to make a difference in the Follow the Shilo Stag on So far, 72 tonnes of plastic has been collected to pro- lives of Ukrainians who have experienced trauma as Facebook by visiting: vide prosthetic limbs for 10 Ukrainian soldiers. a nation at different times in the not-so-distant past. This past fall several members of JTF-U had the op- At the meeting at Caritas Canadian soldiers could http://www.facebook.com/ShiloSTAG portunity to meet representatives of OBEC, as well as express their support for the sacrifi ces being made by Roman Didera — a veteran who has received a pros- Ukrainian soldiers. thetic limb. Capt Stephen Neil is JTF-U chaplain

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Three-day Brandon event features seven pavilions Shilo Stag This year, seven pavilions will be part in the three-day festival. This includes the Scottish, Mauritius, Irish, English, Filipino, Ukrainian and Honduran pavilions. Do you enjoy sampling foreign foods or dancing to music not normally on your Admission to each pavilion is free, making this a very popular, inclusive, family CD player at home? event. Last year, 32,000 people attended. If so, then why not take in the 14th annual Westman Multicultural Festival — The festival is entirely run by volunteers recruited by the various cultural soci- formerly the Lieutenant Governor’s Winter Festival — running over three days eties and associations that host the pavilions. It generally takes more than 1,000 starting Jan. 26. volunteers to help make the festival as successful as it’s been. In past years, Westman residents have become accustomed to celebrating the This year’s event is being organized by the Westman Multicultural Festival So- broad cultural diversity within our community as they visit the various host pavil- ciety. The organizing committee chose to change the name of the event to be more ions at locations throughout the city. inclusive to guests outside the city of Brandon and to better depict what the event This signature event in Brandon has become a welcome winter respite as festi- encompasses. val goers enjoy warm friendship, food, beverages, entertainment, art and customs Details on the Westman Multicultural Festival can be found by visiting www. from around the world. gotothepavilions.com 6 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017 Can I quote you? Stag scribes scribbled these words from interviews in 2016 Jules Xavier what the challenges are for each of our sections in the that the CO, Stu Sharpe, would be gone a year later. Shilo Stag Canadian Armed Forces, whether it’s the CFMWS or Joyce couldn’t believe how quickly people moved on, the CFMP, we need to do this in order to be success- and I remember Stu and I joking with her that soon, ful.” she’d be the one with the longest time in 2VP — turns Shilo Stag Your award-winning is back for another — Retired BGen Peter Atkinson, and PSP/CFMWS out we were right.” 24 editions, but this time we’re celebrating our 70th vice-president, was appointed Honourary Colonel — Former 2PPCLI CO Col Mike Wright on retir- anniversary. Commandant of Canadian Forces Military Police ing CO executive assistant Joyce Smit outlasting the Around since 1947, your Stag team was kept busy (CFMP) various offi cers who took up residence in the com- in 2016. Besides the words you peruse every second “Every time we had a course I would have to pack mand suite Thursday in this community newspaper, Stag staff up boxes with dictionaries, all my reference books, “I like to give back to the community. I don’t do also shared some of the thousands of digital images my modules and stuff. Then go over to MPTF and what I do to be recognized. I do what I do because which were captured on our Nikon cameras, from set up the class. Then we would hire a teacher. Then that’s my job and people appreciate what I do. I work Base and community sports to military exercises and once it was done, I would go back over there, pack up for the soldiers on this Base, and I contribute to the annual events such as Canada Day or the Easter egg the boxes again and bring them over to headquarters community further when I volunteer. I eat, breathe hunt held at the GSH. building.” and sleep giving back to the military community.” There was also a Change of Command (CoC) cere- — CFB Shilo Language School co-ordinator Syl- — SISIP fi nancial counsellor/insurance rep Debbie mony for 1RCHA’s incoming CO LCol Stephen Haire, vie Drapeau on fi nally having a permanent venue to Hoddinott on receiving the CFMWS Woman of the and a contingent from 2PPCLI led by 2PPCLI CO teach languages to military students Year award LCol Wayne Niven was deployed to the Ukraine for “The suffrage movement in Eng- Op UNIFIER. land was much more militant. They Plus just life on the Base which tended to wear more aggressive piqued our interest while out ex- clothing, more bloomers, more off ploring in the different seasons CFB the fl oor, sort of at the ankle rather Shilo residents experience here on than on the fl oor. They were much the Manitoba prairies. more aggressive in their stance. They Looking forward to another busy threw rocks in public buildings win- 52 weeks, we decided to look back dows, they threw little letter bombs on the past 24 editions and pulled into mail boxes.” from our pages memorable quotes, — RCA Museum senior curator plus a few of our favourite photo- Kathleen Christensen on a new ex- graphs. hibit that showcased women’s fash- “What we’ve tried to do is match ion from before the First World War soldiers to businesses [which] want up the 1960s to provide discounts to deserving “At the troop level, the relation- soldiers. We’ve worked over the ship between us and Parks Canada years to come up with a comprehen- is outstanding. They are incredibly sive list, which you can fi nd on our professional and skilled at what they website, www.brandonsalutes.ca. It do.” lists all the businesses in Brandon — Lt Aaron Brideau commented that give discounts to military mem- on Op PALACI, which also featured bers if they identify themselves.” soldiers from 1RCHA as part of the — Brandon Salutes chairman Selfi e taken at Peace Gardens following CFB Shilo’s participation in a 9/11 anniversary Avalanche Control Troop which Matt Bolley ceremony. Photo by Jules Xavier triggered avalanches using high ex- “The competition is not about plosive projectiles fi red from the C3 the most weight lifted or ‘absolute 105mm Howitzer from various gun strength’ but rather ‘relative strength,’ meaning the “Training in the army is an interesting animal. You positions on the highway goal is not just to be strong, but to be strong for your can’t always just march with your rucksack or go to “One contentious issue which has been lingering size. It’s easy for a big guy to get some big numbers, the shooting range and fi re your service weapon. [The since my arrival in 2014 was the problem of potholes but seeing a lightweight dead lift 400 pounds is like event] promotes a little bit of a competitive environ- on the Base. I am sure this is near and dear to every- seeing Spud Webb win the [NBA] slam dunk competi- ment and at the end of the day, we’re a better team one’s heart as this seems to be an issue in every com- tion.” for it.” munity including bigger cities across Canada. In re- — Ex HEAVY LOADER III run- — Garrison Edmonton Public cent years the RPOU(W) Det Shilo has spent upwards ner-up Maj Joe O’Donnell Affairs Offi cer (PAO) Capt Brian of $150,000 annually in addressing pothole repairs “Even though my job says I work Kominar on why 1,082 soldiers throughout the Base. Repairs were often completed at seven-and-a-half hour days, very from western Canada Bases com- inopportune times as a result of a variety of issues.” seldom do I work seven-and-a-half peted in the annual Ex STRONG — Former BEng Maj Andrew Wall on purchasing hour days. It’s nothing. My days CONTENDER as part of building an asphalt reclaimer which is used to repair potholes probably average anywhere from fi tness and esprit de corps on the Base. The previous paving jobs as well as old eight-and-a-half and up. That’s my “I myself was injured, not in asphalt shingles from roofi ng projects into new as- choice, it’s too easy. I’ll come in at operations, but in a sports-related phalt that can be prepared and installed in the matter six o’clock — it’s so nice to be able event, that being running. I had to of minutes to come in, no distractions for an undergo rehab. I saw the power of “The types of injuries I see here are more severe and hour to hour-and-a-half before the rehabilitation, not only in helping more intense. So it’s a bigger challenge. [At Moose phone starts ringing. It’s not like I me get back on my feet but, more so Jaw] it was mostly sports-related injuries. You knew have to do it, I want to do it.” in soldiers who received traumatic they were still at work, they maybe just weren’t doing — Civilian of the Year winner injuries. Blast injuries, amputations full duties. Whereas here, there are guys here [who] Jim MacKenzie, CFB Shilo’s Fit- as a result and so forth. Restoring can’t do any of their duties.” ness, Sports and Recreation man- their function and [getting] back on — Registered Adaptive Fitness Specialist Brandi ager 2PPCLI CO LCol Wayne Niven was their feet.” Sheppard on working with soldiers versus airmen fol- “I can talk to those sailors, sol- — Capt Victor Pak, a Base phys- lowing her move to this Base from CFB diers and air men and women interviewed by CBC prior to his de- parture for the Ukraine where he’s iotherapist, shared why he remus- “Archie [Londry] is the only one who trained pilots about their areas of concern and tered and took on his current trade at this site. As for trainees, we just lost Reg. I don’t challenges. I can see what they do the Op UNIFIER CO. Photo by Jules Xavier “I remember a few months into know if there is anyone else now, sadly. We’re coming fi rsthand and then take that back to Joyce’s tenure with 2PPCLI ex- to that tipping point where it’s just going to be the his- Ottawa with me. Every time I come plaining to her all of the offi cers tory and the stories we’ve managed to collect.” off a road trip I can say to the Pro- that would be moving the following summer, and — Stephen Hayter on being part of the Brandon- vost Marshal here are the concerns of your young offi - that I’d be moving out of the Adjutant’s offi ce and based Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum cers and the challenges they are facing. I need to hear CONTINUED ON PAGES 7 & 8 January 12, 2017 Shilo Stag 7

“My intent is to load enemies are living peo- up my truck and head ple who don’t want to to Victoria to do Boom- die and in the mission I er’s ride. [Cpl Andrew was on [Op ATHENA] ‘Boomer’ Eykelenboom] they had learned over was my medic and I years of conflict how to need to do this. I will survive encounters with have no saddle time on NATO militaries.” a bike when I get there, — Ex-Patricia Cpl so it will be one hell of a Bryce Cooper, who has tough first day for me, I remustered to become a am sure.” CAF imaging tech, ex- — Sgt Thomas Cole plained what his expe- of 2PPCLI’s B Coy on rience was like facing taking part in the ninth the Taliban during the annual Boomer’s Legacy Afghanistan War. BC bicycle ride on Van- “We recommend that couver Island in the field, [soldiers] do “The Base engineers tick checks daily. Even authority is $1-million. twice daily. That way Anything higher than there is a good chance that requires higher they’re not going to be approvals and a lot of on you long enough to paperwork. Frankly, transmit any lyme dis- we’ve seen projects over ease. I know a lot of the $1-million stall for 12 guys pull them of them- years, 15 years before it selves, but we always gets approval.” try to tell the Med Techs — Engineering Officer to do the removal. That Robert Riesz discussing way we’re sure it’s done 1RCHA A Bty hone their M777 skills during a fall exercise which featured Shilo Army cadets observing the morning what major projects are right and they can keep activities in the training area. Photo by Jules Xavier being worked on at CFB the specimen for me for Shilo identification.” “I am passionate about support to international and domestic operations. — Senior PMED Tech soldiering and the artillery. Watching each component Internationally, the Regiment made a significant con- Sgt David Jenkins on dealing with ticks when sol- of the artillery come together in the field is exciting tribution in growing the capacity of the Afghanistan diers are on exercises in the training area and rewarding. From the acquisition of a target, the National Security Force as part of Operation AT- “Being in the artillery in the field, I’ve got to pick hustle and drive on the gun line to the delivery of ef- TENTION — the CAF’s training mission in Kabul, up 100-pound rounds and stuff like that and move fects on time on target is a process that requires well Afghanistan with Task Force 2-13 from June 2013 to them. There are a lot of awkward shaped things that trained and well led soldiers working together in uni- March 2014. What was also significant about this de- are pretty heavy that you’ve got to carry. You’ve got to son. As a husband and father I try to find the balance ployment was that it marked the final rotation of over do it with speed and precision. In a way, strong man between the time required for work and home. I enjoy a decade of the CAF’s engagement in Afghanistan kind of helps you out that way. I think that being in spending time watching our kids grow, learn, play since 2002, when members of 1RCHA, as part of the the military you should branch out of your comfort- sports and just being together.” 3PPCLI BG, deployed to Kandahar under the rubric zone.” — New 1RCHA CO LCol Stephen Haire describing of Operation APPOLLO.” — 1RCHA Gnr Tyler Harte on being in powerlifting his personality when it comes to soldiering, and when — Outgoing LCol Stewart Taylor on some of the competitions and how it helps with his military job he’s away from his military responsibilities memorable moments from his three-year stint as “The purchase of this QF 13-pounder was not pos- “I, myself was pretty tired, from just walking back 1RCHA CO sible without his support.[Julius Schulich] joined the and forth, not even manhandling these things and I “1RCHA is the most senior army unit in Canada 7th Brigade Canadian Field Artillery on April 26, asked him for a no BS time on when he and his crew as they were the very first Regular Forces Army unit, 1917. In France, he worked in the ammunition column would need to shut down. His response was quite to dating its roots back to 1871. So, there is a lot of history transporting and loading munitions to the guns. He the point where he replied ‘when it’s f-ing done, Sir.’ going back with 1RCHA. We’re really quite happy to served in a number of brigades over 26 months of ser- I figured it was the standard [senior] NCO response.” be working with the Command Team, the CO and the vice [and] discharged 28 June 1919.” — Outgoing 1RCHA A Bty OC Maj Joe O’Donnell RSM at 1RCHA to bring this cadet corps to fruition.” — RCA Museum director Andrew Oakden ex- on a response he received from Sgt (Ret) William — 2502 Royal Canadian Cadet Corps CO Capt Rob plained a donation from Seymoure Schulich from Bruce during Op LENTUS 14 while observing sol- Lussier on starting up army cadets again at CFB Shilo Toronto, Ont., was instrumental in acquiring the QF diers building tiger tubes during flooding in Portage “In a word … frustrating. During training you al- 13-pounder field gun, circa 1904, for the museums ar- la Prairie ways achieve the objective, you take the trench and tillery collection “In order to achieve our organizational goals we consolidate. The Taliban weren’t hiding in trenches “I wanted to move away from home,” she recalled. need to work together, military and civilian. Commu- or even staying in buildings. They were as elusive as “I wanted to go and be on the ocean. That was to me, nicate with one another — not only by e-mail, [but] ghosts. Fixing the enemy in position and destroying the best way to get away from home. I wanted to be in talk in person. You’d be amazed at what can be ac- them would have been very rewarding, but real world the Navy — I thought. Once I was in, I realized that a complished. Work as a team.” career in the Army was going to be something that I — Retiring after 36 years working on the Base, was — would motivate me and I always kind of Syliva Budd offered words of wisdom to her re- wanted to be a police officer or something more placement, former COS Maj Craig Ethelston physical and helping the community.” “We got the same experience as them. We got — New Base COS Maj Katherine Haire was to know what it was like, what kind of physi- thinking about education when she joined the cal demand they’re looking for. So we can come CAF 19 years ago back and train our home units, and realize what “Shilo’s contribution was admittedly down they’re doing … we can specify programs.” from previous years. It has been as high as — CFB Shilo Physical Exercise Specialist $66,000 in the past so we are hoping to revitalize Janelle Boyd on her inaugural Ex MAPLE RE- the campaign a bit in order to make the biggest SOLVE experience at CFB Wainwright impact possible on our community which has “Most of these soldiers we are training are been so supportive of the military. Our goal this combat veterans from the eastern part of their year is $35,000.” country. They have experience in combat opera- — Shilo United Way chairman Maj Greg tions. We’re there to assist them in developing Costen set a goal for the Base after the previous their skills and bring them [up] to a more NATO year fell short of its goal standard. They are proud soldiers. Establish- “At least my mom had the centre pieces with ing that trust and relationship is the key. If you the candles and whatnot. So we had candle light can open that door, then everything becomes by dinner. It was nice, but it was getting risky. It smoother. We like to say soldiers speak a univer- was getting a little hot in there. I kept telling my sal experience … everyone’s got a war story. If husband, we can’t really keep everybody here. If you know how to open that door and make that there’s not going to be any entertainment, people connection, then things become much easier.” are going to want to leave sooner than later.” — Op UNIFIER CO LCol Wayne Niven on the — Bride Chelsea Mitchell received help from deployment of 200 soldiers, more than half from United Way chairman Maj Greg Costen shows off the goal, and the Base firefighters after there was a Base-wide 2PPCLI, for six months to help train Ukrainian end result of the 2016 Base campaign. The new sign was created power outage as the wedding reception was un- soldiers by PSP administrative assistant Elaine Bullee. Photo by Jules Xavier derway “I was extremely proud of the Regiment’s See MEMORABLE page 8 8 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017

GSH Bowling Alley

Open bowling for all ages Saturday 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday 2 to 4 p.m. Adult: $2.50 per game Youth: $2.25 per game Child: $2 per game For more info Shoe rental: 75 cents call the community Prices subject to tax recreation office Ask about Glow bowling at 204-765-3000 ext 3317 or 3588 birthday parties!

The Leslie Barracks was demolished last summer. Photo by Cpl Bryce Cooper Memorable quotes from 2016 From page 7 with it comes bragging rights when you win. It’s fun- ny for me, too, to see guys who were with me 15 years “Our strategy was to be unaccustomed to carrying ago. It’s like a reunion of sorts, with guys who were the 15-kilogram ruck and instead to be used to run- gunners and now they are warrants.” ning fast for long distances. We fooled our bodies into — Former 1RCHA BC with B Bty and current CO of carrying weight fast. I like to train light. Although it’s the in Western Canada BGen Simon part of the competition, I disagree with training with Hetherington was a spectator at the annual Kingston lots of ruck runs. I didn’t love carrying a 15-kilogram Cup game which he once skated. It was like a high rucksack 50 kilometres, but I did love the competi- school reunion for him as called his time with 1RCHA tion.” as the “best years of my career.” — Former 2PPCLI Ex MOUNTAIN MAN competi- “It is important for us to remember our mortar tor Cpl Bryce Cooper on training for the annual even troop would likely face a built-up area in any deploy- held in Edmonton in early September ment. Deploying next to or inside of a building, skills “When muscles get tight and you get those knots, in operating inside of a five-man stack allow the troop that’s where toxins tend to sit. A lot of times when to clear and secure urban areas. It is also not unheard someone is a tighter or denser individual, you can of for such formations to be employed in an infantry touch some people and the muscles are really just like role. Although the specific drills are somewhat dif- a rock.” ferent from those we normally train for, artillery of- — Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Patricia ficers and NCOs are always considering their own Keough explained how she can help release toxins force protection when operating with the M777s. It is @wmmfest @wmmfest from the body with her various techniques always a priority for us to prepare for a near battle to “I say there is absolutely no need for worry now. insure that our ability to provide fire support is not It will be time enough to worry when I get to travel. interrupted. These drills allow us to meet the specific Besides that I am going with the artillery. We fight requirements of a built-up area.” many miles away from the battle line and danger is — Capt Jonathan Lee, 1RCHA A Bty Gun Position very small indeed.” Officer (GPO) discusses why artillery soldiers should Where’s Willie? — Excerpt from a Sgt Henry Hayes letter he wrote hone combative, breaching skills during Urban Ops Somewhere on the pages of this Shilo to his parents on July 16, 1915. The letters were do- training Stag is a picture of Willie, the Wheat nated to the RCA Museum by a family member from our pet is family. What are you going to do with a Trenton, Ont. pet when they die? It’s nice to have this service in the Kings mascot. “After tackling the main fire and rescuing a dummy, Westman. Whether it’s pets or humans, there’s still Tell us on what we groped our way up the stairs. We were escorted dignity in death. Your pet is part of the family, so our page, in what through some fire from a burn barrel under the stairs. goal is to help people through the hard times [of los- Pulling dummies was hard work and I heard my ing a pet]. Your pet is left with us and treated properly, particular breath sucking back precious air from my bottle. The and because private cremations are our specialty, we advertisement bottles are good for 30 minutes sitting on the couch. Or put a lot into what we do for you at this time of loss.” Willie was considerably less time if you are pulling a 150-pound — The Gardiners, Karen and Rob, on providing fu- dummy around a burning tower.” neral services for Westman and area pet owners at found and — Cpl Bryce Cooper on being a firefighter as part of their Virden-based Peaceful Valley Pet Crematorium correctly answer Fire Ops 101 and spending time in the training burn “Teaching and training soldiers in Battalion is set the following tower to a specific standard and method that allows the sol- “We thought $35,000 was doable as a goal. We dier to react to their gun drills under stress. At the gun skill-testing had enough reps to be creative and bring new life to club, we teach those members who are unsure or have question for events. It was their efforts that made this campaign not been taught updated rifle and pistol drills to the your chance to work.” same standard and safety, but not to the same level of — Shilo United Way chairman Maj Greg Costen stress.” win two tickets on the success of the 2016 campaign after announcing — Former Shilo Gun Club president WO Matthew to an upcoming more than $54,000 was raised between Sept. 16 and Aseltine on the difference working with soldiers and Wheat Kings Nov. 18 gun club members when it comes to honing shooting “Injuries are kind of more my jam. Those are the skills at the Base ranges home game in Brandon. kinds of things I like to deal with.” “If it’s not used, it will be gone. We as a military — New fitness and sports instructor Kristin Atkin- do a really good job of looking after our people while son on what injured soldiers can expect under her fit- they are in uniform. The military way of life becomes ness tutelage ingrained not only in the member, but also in the fam- Entry Form “I’ll assess them. If there is any physical things like ily, based on the way we are moved around and the Name: ______any vestibular components … that means your inner activities and score that we have. To go from that full Address: ______year — balance. If there are any deficits that way, then level of support to literally none on the day you are there are some simple exercises I can give, or [for] vi- released is very difficult.” Phone: ______sual disturbance there’s exercises I can give.” — BComd LCol John Cochrane on the CFB Shilo be- Page #, ad: ______— Base physiotherapist Brianna Coulter on help- ing the site of a four-year national pilot project that ing soldiers with head injuries, such as concussion provides support to medically releasing CAF mem- Answer skill-testing question: “This is crazy. I’ve never had a game-winner before bers and their families Who was the Base Commander at Camp Shilo in 1964? like that. I’ve played high-calibre hockey, but I’ve nev- “I’ve always had an interest in history. It helps you er been the hero.” uncover your heritage. Originally, I was always into — B Bty rookie Gnr Jonathan Carroll in a post- history because I like writing papers — usually on game media scrum offered his thoughts on scoring war. That was my first interest. It just developed as the game-winner in overtime to pace Bty to a 3-2 I’ve lived in different places and gone to a lot of mu- Cut out your entry form and fax it to 204-765-3814, or scan it win over A Bty in the annual Kingston Cup played at seums.” and e-mail to [email protected] or drop it off at the Stag’s office Gunner Arena — New RCA Museum director Andrew Oakden on at CANEX. Draw will be made on the Monday prior to game day. “There’s lots of history with this hockey game, and his new job January 12, 2017 Shilo Stag 9

POWER PERRY MIGUEL KENNALEY GREER BUGERA CULLEN POIRIER Cpl Tommy Poirier named Soldier of the Year

Shilo Stag than $54,500 brought great credit to Those attending the Christmas lun- muth organized a charity beard grow- CFB Shilo and the Military community. cheon were told Bugera has demon- ing contest amongst the members of the It was a festive mood at L25 when Receiving promotions were the fol- strated exceptional job knowledge, TAV. The proceeds of the event went to promotions and awards were handed lowing soldiers: initiative and professionalism. During purchase needed sports equipment for out during the annual Base Christmas Jennifer Kennaley of Base Mainte- his time with Base Transport he has de- the Qarmartalik School. luncheon. nance went from Pte(B) to Pte(T) veloped the skills needed to become an Following the coin presentations, up BComd LCol John Cochrane and Ben Collins of 3CDSG Sig Sqn went excellent operator and mentor within next were Command Team commenda- BRSM CWO Don Askeland did the hon- from Pte(T) to Cpl base transport. tions. ours, with the ceremony also featuring Emma Sao Miguel of Base Transport This past fall he identified a qualifi- CFB Shilo’s Language School peda- the awarding of the annual Soldier and went from 2Lt to Lt cation gap in Base Transport. He then gogical advisor Joëlle Annick Buena- Civilian of the Year honours. Caroline Dubé Tremblay from Base took on the responsibility to develop a cruz was the first of 12 individuals or Cpl Tommy Poirier from Base Main- HQ went from 2Lt to Lt training plan to address this. His efforts groups to be recognized. tenance is CFB Shilo’s 2016 Soldier of Jacob Mount from Base Maintenance resulted in cost savings and increased Annick Buenacruz has demonstrated the Year. went from Pte to Cpl capability for the Platoon. exceptional dedication at the Base’s As the acting IC EO Section, he en- Two soldiers received service medals: Five soldiers received a Command Language School. sured his section was professionally MCpl Andrew Per- Team coin for their She is a gifted instructor who main- led, mentored and equipped in order ry of Base Kitchen part in training and tains, and expects, the highest stan- to support all CFB Shilo units. He men- received his Opera- participating in the dards for all her students and from her tored all junior EO technicians on Base tional Service Med- annual Ex STRONG staff. and ensured each obtained the requisite al - Expedition Rib- CONTENDER held She is a tireless worker who ensures knowledge for the successful comple- bon, while MWO in Edmonton. The the smooth operation of the school by tion of their DP2 training. Patrick Surprenant coin recipients were working long hours and taking on a His exceptional performance contrib- of Base Ammo re- Pte Lealand Mul- myriad of extra tasks. Her dedication uted to an effective maintenance pro- ceived his South lero, Cpl Thomas to, and promotion of, Canada’s two of- gram that ensured all CFB Shilo units West Asia Service Organ, Pte(B) Jay ficial languages has been essential to achieved their operational objectives Medal Bar. Hewko, Cpl Ray- the success of the CFB Shilo Language and thus bringing credit to himself, A handful of sol- mond Bilodeu and School. CFB Shilo and the Canadian Armed diers received their Lt Caroline Dubé The Non-Public Funds (NPF) human Forces (CAF). Canadian Decora- Tremblay. resources team of Silvia Ukleja and Jen- Jennifer Greer was awarded the 2016 tion (CD): Sgt Chris The five par- nifer Wilbee were recognized for their CFB Shilo Civilian of the Year award. Opaluk of Range ticipants were rec- continuous outstanding performance. Since arriving in 2014, Greer has been Control; Cpl Susan ognized for the Their hard work and exceptional ef- the driving force in the CFB Shilo re- Cutler of Base Den- dedication and ficiency coupled with their dedication lease section. Her care, compassion and tal; Capt Andrew resilience they to duty has, and continues to be, instru- loyalty to both the members releasing Curr of Base Ops; displayed while mental in ensuring smooth, efficient and the institution have supported the PO2 Candace Mun- training for and and reliable NPF operations. smooth transition of those departing dy of MPSS; and completing their Their often unseen efforts result in the CAF. Lt(N) Greg Ansley first attempt at Ex significant and positive impacts on the Last year alone she has been respon- of Military Police. MOUNTAIN MAN quality of life of all members of the CFB sible for processing 107 releases, with Two Base fire- in early September. Shilo community. each one treated with the same care fighters garnered Competition is Robert Love from the RCA Museum and concern as the last. Her continuous the Fire Services not for the faint of has demonstrated exceptional perfor- efforts have greatly contributed to the Exemplary Service heart, and required mance in co-ordinating the design, Defence Team and CFB Shilo. Medal: Dennis Gul- There’s a military tradition at Christ- training well in ad- transport and manning of the museum’s Meanwhile, Maj Greg Costen re- lett and Michael mas dinners that the youngest soldier vance of a competi- display of artillery and vehicles during ceived a Command Team commenda- Simpson. will change places with their com- tion which featured the 2016 Threshermen’s reunion. tion on behalf of his United Way cam- The Fire Services mander. For the Base’s Christmas a 32-kilometre run In addition, his substantial historical paign team. Exemplary Service luncheon, this meant BComd LCol carrying a 15-kilo- and technical knowledge allows him The United Way Campaign Team was Medal honours John Cochrane supplied 20-year-old gram ruck sack; a to inform and educate the public about recognized for their outstanding work members of a recog- cook Pte Kenton Hodgins with his 3.2-kilometre por- Canada’s military technology, culture during the 2016 campaign drive. Their nized Canadian fire jacket, including medals. tage; 10-kilometre and heritage. fundraising ideas were both numerous service who have Photos by Jules Xavier paddle on a fast- Love’s efforts have greatly increased, and creative, ensuring that everyone in completed 20 years flowing river, and and contributed to CFB Shilo’s pro- the CFB Shilo community could partici- of service, 10 years finally a 5.6-kilome- file within the community and reflects pate. of which have been served in the per- tre run to the finish line still carrying credit upon himself, CFB Shilo and the With a lofty goal of $35,000, it was formance of duties involving potential the ruck sack. Defence Team. quickly smashed early in the campaign. risks. Another Command Team coin recipi- The entire team’s efforts, hard work and Leo Bugera of Base Transport was the ent was Base Maintenance’s Cpl Chris dedication successfully raised more first to receive a Command Team coin Homuth. During a Technical Assistance from LCol Cochrane. Visit (TAV) to Resolute Bay, Cpl Ho- See SELFLESS page 11

SCHNABEL MOUNT MacLENNAN LOVE HOPALUK MUNDY CRILLEY CUTLER 10 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017 Money raised goes to prosthetic limbs Op UNIFIER recycles while supporting a good cause

Capt Stephen Neil Ukrainian soldiers. vices that are offered to our members Stag Special When Canadian troops in Ukraine and their families. recycle their bottles and caps, the mon- For example, Canadian troops have ac- etary value of the weight of the plastic is cess to the services of the Military Fam- In addition to training their Ukraini- donated to OBEC, an organization that ily Resource Centre (MFRC), chaplain an counterparts while on Op UNIFIER, provides prosthetic limbs. services both in theatre and on the home members of Joint Task Force - Ukraine Caritas is a charitable organization front, as well as mental health services. (JTF-U) have been supporting an ini- that operates under the auspices of the A poignant takeaway from the meet- tiative to provide prosthetic limbs for Ukrainian Catholic church, and part of ing was the appreciation of many Ukrai- the current mandate of Cari- nians for the work of JTF-U. tas is to be a bottle cap deliv- Canadians are helping to make a dif- ery depot. ference in the lives of Ukrainians who Find us on So far, 72 tonnes of plastic have experienced trauma as a nation at Facebook for videos and more photos! has been collected to pro- different times in the not-so-distant past. for videos and more photos! vide prosthetic limbs for 10 At the meeting at Caritas Canadian

Ukrainian soldiers. soldiers could express their support for The Shilo Stag is now on Facebook. This past fall several the sacrifi ces being made by Ukrainian Check out www.facebook.com/ShiloSTAG members of JTF-U had the soldiers. Check out www.facebook.com/ShiloSTAG opportunity to meet rep- Capt Stephen Neil is JTF-U chaplain resentatives of OBEC, as well as Roman Didera — a veteran who has received a prosthetic limb. Pension contribution rates increasing Canadian soldiers appre- ciate how prosthetic limbs Stag Special their average contributions in 2016. are readily available at In this case, the CAF member will home for injured veterans. Pension contribution rates for Ca- contribute 9.47 per cent towards their Realizing that prosthetic nadian Armed Forces (CAF) members pension on the fi rst $55,300 of salary limbs aren’t as easily avail- who contribute under the Regular and 11.68 per cent on the remaining able for Ukrainian veterans Force or full-time pension plan — Part I $4,700. has inspired the members of the Canadian Forces Superannuation The CAF continues to provide one of of JTF-U to commit to recy- Act (CFSA) — will increase this year. the best pension packages in Canada. cling for charity. Contribution rates for Reserve Force CAF pension plans help members The conversation with Pension Plan members remain un- achieve fi nancial security in retirement the Ukrainians also helped changed. and represent a key component of their members of JTF-U appreci- The new contribution rates came into overall compensation package. ate the wide range of ser- effect Jan. 1 and will be applied to Jan. Treasury Board, which establishes 15 pay statements. the contribution rates for CAF pen- Regular and Reserve Force members sion plans, announced this year’s rate who contribute under Part 1 of the increase as part of an ongoing plan CFSA will pay a rate of 9.47 per cent to move towards a 50:50 cost-sharing SHILO MFRC EMPLOYMENT up to the maximum pensionable earn- model between employees and em- ings of $55,300 this year. On earnings of ployers. Shilo’s Military Family Resource Centre is now accepting applications for deployment and more than $55,300, members will con- This change is consistent with the volunteer assistant position. This is a part-time position (four days/week). You will be respon- tribute 11.68 per cent. Government’s commitment to ensur- ing compensation is reasonable and af- sible to assist the co-ordinator in the planning and delivery of deployment supports to families For example, under the new contri- fordable, as well as aligned with similar of deployed personnel. You will also deliver special events, programs and services provided by bution rates, a member earning $60,000 will on average contribute an addition- plans offered by other public sector and Shilo’s MFRC to enhance the quality of life for military families. al $21.39 per month when compared to private sector employers. Required Qualifications: Post-secondary education preferably in marketing, public or community relations, event planning Experience in program planning and delivery Experience in event planning Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills Strong computer skills Excellent customer service and organizational skills Ability to work independently as well as within a team Familiar with military life style Able to work evenings and weekends Valid Manitoba driver’s license Criminal record and child abuse registry clearance required French a definite asset General Statement of Responsibilities: Provide support in all aspects of the deployment area as required Provide support programs to deployed partners’ families Facilitate and deliver “warm line” calls to partners of deployed members Co-ordinate and deliver special events Provide clients with information/referrals on services, programs and resources available Evening and weekend work required Perform other duties as assigned Update the MFRC mailbox on the Family Information Line For a complete job description please contact us at 204-765-3000 ext 3367 We thank all who apply, but only those called for an interview will be contacted. Terms of Reference: Salary: $15.34 hour Anticipated start date: As soon as possible Deadline for applications: Jan. 16, 2017 Please submit resume to Shilo MFRC executive director Willemien Van Lankvelt at willemien. [email protected] January 12, 2017 Shilo Stag 11 Selfless volunteer WO Power supports Base community From page 9 MCpl Caleb Daniel Lalonde is recognized for his ity. outstanding dedication, skill and effort in planning Ex Their commendable actions ensured the continuous Bonnie Hildebrand has excelled as the MFRC’s pre- SHARPENED STINGER for Base Maintenance. operations of Base Foods and minimized the impact vention, support and intervention co-ordinator. Her MCpl Lalonde led the conceptual planning and ex- on customer service. skill and professionalism ensure her clients receive ecution of Ex SHARPENED STINGER. This field ex Melody Cullen was recognized for her exceptional the best possible support while continuing to raise was created to ensure all members of the maintenance service as the finance clerk in Base Maintenance. Her awareness surrounding mental health in an effort to team were trained, and ultimately prepared, for de- positive attitude, outstanding initiative and steadfast reduce the stigma that still sometimes surrounds it. manding operations in a field environment. reliability provided both the platoon and the branch Her dedicated and caring is seen not only in her A dedicated hard worker and a consummate profes- exceptional expertise assuring both were able to sub- day-to-day responsibilities, but also her volunteer ac- sional, MCpl Lalonde’s efforts have improved the op- mit their financial returns accurately and on-time. tivities in the community. erational effectiveness CFB Shilo’s Base Maintenance She also assisted in the training of new staff and was She is a driving force behind the annual Christmas team. instrumental in the creation of a Standing Offer pro- Hamper program that supports the members of CFB Upon arrival in Base Maintenance’s components posal. Cullen’s dedication and reliability is essential Shilo and their families, which brings great credit to section, Chris Storozinski quickly proceeded to clear to the effective financial management of CFB Shilo’s herself and Shilo’s MFRC. a legacy maintenance backlog, helped to guide opera- Base Maintenance team. The efforts of Dawn MacLennan have been essential tors in utilizing their equipment more effectively and From Base Ammo, Cpl Daniel Schnabel’s leader- to the financial administration of Base Headquarters mentored OJT and apprentice members. ship, professionalism and organizational skills have and CFB Shilo. She has on multiple occasions assisted In addition to his day-to-day responsibilities, he been instrumental to the success of the ammo section all Branches with the completion of financial transac- was an active volunteer in support of United Way this past year. tions during the absence of their internal administra- events. Storozinski’s professionalism, commitment to He consistently demonstrates effective communica- tive support staff. safety and support to those served by Base Mainte- tion and management skills at a level that exceeds his Her dedication to responsible financial manage- nance reflects great credit on the Defence team. current rank. Showing exceptional attention to detail ment, willingness to take on additional duties, and As the Base Transport IC GPV, MCpl Darcy Lee he ensured that ammunition stock levels resulted in meticulous record keeping has been invaluable to the Crilley has performed exceptionally in planning and uninterrupted support to all CFB Shilo units’ exer- CFB Shilo Team. coordinating the movement of personnel and equip- cises. ment to ensure GPV has met all its tasks. In the ab- In addition to his exceptional performance at work, sence of more senior personnel he was required to he donated a significant amount of his personal time initiate rental contracts and liaise with military and to a wide-range of charitable events and functions. RRSP or TFSA civilian personnel. His outstanding organizational His performance and volunteerism is a credit to the skills, dedication and leadership set an excellent ex- Defence team and CFB Shilo community. ample for all members of CFB Shilo to emulate while WO Jason Power of 3 Cdn Div TC Coy Det Shilo contributing greatly to the Defence team. is a dedicated soldier and a selfless volunteer in sup- CFB Shilo’s Food Services team received a CFB Shilo port of CFB Shilo’s community events. He is cur- Which one is Command Team commendation for their exceptional rently vice-president of the Shilo and Region Service performance in the execution of an emergency move Club and has also volunteered with Spruce Woods of the FLDH to the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Snow-Drifters, the Royal Canadian Legion as well as Mess during the course of the evening Nov. 8 a number of other charitable and community oriented The Food Services Team — represented by MCpl organizations. His continued volunteerism in support best for you? Duane Klym, Shauna Primmer and Cpl Clinton Gri- of the defence community is an example for his peers erson — promptly prepared and executed a seamless and superiors alike and reflects great credit upon the Stag Special crisis response plan with determination and ingenu- CFB Shilo Defence team.

When it comes to retirement savings, many are still unsure which to choose: a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) or a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA). As a young Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) member, you CLASSIFIED ADS are likely not even considering retirement as it seems too far off. Email: [email protected] • Phone 204-765-3000, ext 3013 • Fax 204-765-3814 However, it may be time to give it some thought, since the decisions you make now could have a considerable im- $10 for rst 20 words, pact on your retirement income. 10¢ for each additional word Keep in mind there are other elements that come into play which may not apply to your particular situation. Such as: Deadline for next issue: • No change to annual income/salary over the years. January 19 at noon • Marginal tax rates are based on 2015 and average for Free ads (non-pro t only) Canada. restricted to members of the • All three income levels qualify for Old Age Security. CAF, employees of CFB Shilo and the In addition there are instances where an RRSP should be residents of the surrounding area. avoided, making a TFSA the better choice: • You expect to be in a higher tax bracket at retirement. Services Services Services Employment • You have a lower income. Here are some questions you might want to ask your- Greg Steele Canadian Fire- NEED YOUR TAXES CANEX WANTS YOU: self when it comes to your annual income based on low arms Safety Course Instruc- DONE? Fast, friendly, and Clerk/cashier part-time posi- ($30,000), medium ($60,000) or high ($90,000). tor/Examiner Offering Red personal service. Located out- Cross first aid training. Mani- tion with 13 to 32 hr /week re- Will the Guaranteed Income Supplement be available side the gate. For all your in- toba Hunter Safety instruc- quired. Must be available days/ at retirement? Low: Only if a TFSA is used; Medium and come tax needs contact Ingrid tor. Courses offered at least evenings, and weekends. Un- High: — No (income would be too high). Will Old Age Se- monthly, more often with de- Wasserburg at 204-763-4357. curity be clawed back? Low: No; Medium: Yes (not much); mand. Firearm/hunter safety OPEN ALL YEAR. der the direction of the depart- High: Yes (more than 50 per cent if RRSP is used, and only courses planned seasonally. ment supervisor, a clerk/cashier Restricted and non-restricted. slightly with a TFSA). Employment scans customer purchases, pro- Which is best (RRSP/TFSA) for each income level? Call 204-725-1608. E-mail cesses the transactions, and ac- Low: TFSA; Medium and High: RRSP. St. Barbara’s [email protected] Looking for a job on the Calculations are based on the TFSA versus RRSP calcu- Protestant Chapel Base? Submit resumes to NPF cepts payment. He/she prices, lator provided at www.TaxTips.ca Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with We buy and sell good used HR office via e-mail quoting stocks shelves, counters and competition # to npfhrshilo@ The best way to determine with considerable accuracy Sunday school & nursery furniture/appliances and we display areas with merchandise whether an RRSP or TFSA is right for you is to speak to a Padre Costen - ext 3381 deal in coins and coin/stamp cfmws.com OR for more de- supplies. People’s Market and keeps stock in order. He/ financial advisor. Padre Dennis - ext 3088 tailed information on the jobs Serving or former members can contact their local SISIP Place, 32-13th St., Brandon, offered at CFB Shilo visit: she performs cleaning duties Padre Lee - ext 3090 204-727-4708. financial advisors who, understanding the complexity of Padre Neil - ext 6836 www.cfmws.com as required. Starting salary for your military lifestyle, can assess your personal financial Our Lady of Shilo this CAT 1 position is $11.68 situation — taking into account all elements including sev- erance payments, investment options and tax planning — Roman Catholic Chapel To place an ad, e-mail per hour, and after two-month Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Advertise with us! probation increases to $11.94. to help ensure you are financially healthy when you retire. [email protected] or call 204-765-3000 ext 3736 or “Regardless of the tool utilized, what matters most is that Faith Studies Tuesday 18:30 Apply in person at CANEX Starting again in September every CAF member should be saving a portion of their cur- contact Sarah Francis at [email protected] or admin office, or NPF Human rent income for their financial objectives,” said Pierre Gou- Confessions by appointment call 204-765-3000 ext 3013 let SISIP Financial Client Services associate vice-president. Padre Ihuoma - ext. 3089 Resources office at base HQ. Drop by CANEX and visit your SISIP financial advisor. 12 Shilo Stag January 12, 2017

Gnr David Harte (left) of 1RCHA A Bty defended his Ex HEAVY LOADER IV title by accummulating 407.9 points to runner-up A Bty’s MBdr Evan Robichaud’s 351.8. Photos by Jules Xavier Pte Spettigue undefeated in 10 matches

Stag Special feated in four matches to claim fi rst-place in his pool. Doucet’s playoff run was detoured early with a loss It was court action for a number of CFB Shilo sol- to Capt Audrey Jordon of 17 Wing Winnipeg in the 1RCHA CO LCol Stephen Haire presented the diers during badminton and squash regionals held at fi rst round. Ex HEAVY LOADER IV belt to ladies winner MCpl CFB Moose Jaw. He battled back with four wins on the bottom part Beth Thompson, who edged runner-up Sgt Caroline On the badminton court, 1RCHA’s Bdr Paul Dain- of the draw to eliminate Capt Jordon in a grudge Brooks (middle) 264.2 t 236.6 to win the title. ard, competing in men’s open round-robin, claimed match, before Sgt Doucet himself was eliminated by fourth-place out of fi ve with a win over 15 Wing Capt Jillian Sicard of 17 Wing Winnipeg. Moose Jaw’s Capt David Wright (21-16, 21-15); plus Meanwhile, 2PPCLI’s Pte Tom Spettigue, compet- three losses to 4 Wing Cold Lake’s Capt David Hung ing in the U30 round-robin, went undefeated in six (9-21, 9-21), Garrison Edmonton’s Capt Hans Shih (11- matches to garner fi rst-place honours. Contributions to 21, 12-21) and Cpl Merle Buck (11-21, 21-23). During the same elimination playoff for all ages In the elimination playoffs, Bdr Dainard placed combined, Pte Spettigue placed fi rst after going unde- ninth after falling to CFB Wainwright’s Cpl Diaz feated through an additional four matches. pensions increasing Araux (21-15, 22-20) and Cold Lake’s Cpl Thuy Ly He ousted Cpl Mahoney of Garrison Edmonton in (21-15, 21-15). an exciting best-of-fi ne fi nal (18-16, 11-3, 12-10). Paired with the 10th-place seed for doubles play, Pte Spettigue also claimed the title of the most Bdr Dainard and Capt Wright, fell in three straight sportsmanlike player from those participating in the for CAF members matches to fi nish eighth overall. squash championship. On the squash court, 1RCHA’s Sgt Livian Doucet, Nationals are being hosted Feb. 17 at CFB Borden. competing in men’s open round-robin, went unde- With fi les from Danny Hamilton Stag Special

Pension contribution rates for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members who contribute under the or full-time pension plan — Part I of the Canadian Forces Superannuation Act (CFSA) — will increase this year. Contribution rates for Reserve Force Pension Plan members remain unchanged. The new contribution rates came into effect Jan. 1 and will be applied to Jan. 15 pay statements. Regular and Reserve Force members who contrib- ute under Part 1 of the CFSA will pay a rate of 9.47 L’école en français, l’accueil en plus. per cent up to the maximum pensionable earnings of $55,300 this year. On earnings of more than $55,300, Inscrivez votre enfant dès la maternelle et offrez-lui members will contribute 11.68 per cent. une expérience éducative unique dans une école For example, under the new contribution rates, a de la Division scolaire franco-manitobaine : member earning $60,000 will on average contribute an additional $21.39 per month when compared to 9 Un apprentissage de qualité en français. their average contributions in 2016. 9 La maternelle à temps plein. In this case, the CAF member will contribute 9.47 9 Un environnement stimulant et sécuritaire. per cent towards their pension on the fi rst $55,300 of 9 Des activités sportives et culturelles dynamiques. salary and 11.68 per cent on the remaining $4,700. 9 Le transport scolaire. The CAF continues to provide one of the best pen- sion packages in Canada. 9 Un milieu où on apprend et grandit ensemble en français. CAF pension plans help members achieve fi nancial security in retirement and represent a key component of their overall compensation package. Treasury Board, which establishes the contribution Trouvez votre école rates for CAF pension plans, announced this year’s rate increase as part of an ongoing plan to move to- Période d’inscription à la maternelle www.dsfm.mb.ca wards a 50:50 cost-sharing model between employees and employers. Quand : du 6 au 10 février 2017 This change is consistent with the Government’s Où : à l’école de langue française commitment to ensuring compensation is reasonable de votre région. and affordable, as well as aligned with similar plans Apprendre et grandir ensemble offered by other public sector and private sector em- ployers.