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On Jan. 11, 2 Air Mov Sqn) personnel were 2013, the president of Mali made recognized for their exceptional an urgent appeal for foreign performance in support of the assistance in his government’s international mission to Mali struggle to re-take territory from January to March 2013 at held by Islamic extremists. In the Annual Air Force Association response, the president of France of Canada honours and awards authorized a combat operation banquet on Oct.19 in Saskatoon, alongside Malian government Sask. forces to protect Bamako, the United Nations Security capital of Mali. In order to Council resolution 2085, passed support a rapid deployment, the on Dec. 20, 2012, authorized the president of France requested deployment of an African-led Canada’s assistance on Jan. 14, International Support Mission 2013. to Mali. The mission called upon The next day, a CC-177 the international community to Globemaster strategic airlifter support the Malian Security and approximately 40 RCAF personnel deployed on short notice to assist with the Continued on page 14 Lt.-Col. Deborah Graitson, CO 2 Air Movements Sqn, accompanied by MWO Karen Cummings, were presented the Air Force Association of Canada Citation Gordon R. McGregor 2 Air Movements Squadron personnel demonstrated outstanding commitment from January to March Memorial Trophy by 2013 in support of the international commitment to Mali. Exceedingly refl ective of the RCAF mandate, Lt.-Gen. Yvan Blondin, their dedication to the processing of three million pounds of freight on 46 chalks ensured the highest Chief of the Royal quality and most effi cient use of RCAF assets. The deployed teams deserve special recognition for Canadian Air Force. their commitment to excellence and dedication to achieving mission success. NumbersTalk! 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While only a looking to avenge that loss in friendly scuffl e, it is clear that both of these teams their own barn with a couple of want to win the second annual Battle of Quinte ringers to help them along. It is and take home the trophy which goes with it. rumoured that 8 Wing’s Com- Last year, these two high-fl ying teams, battled to mander, Colonel David Lowthian, raise $2,000 for the Afghanistan Repatriation Me- will play and that the team has imported another hockey player all the way from Newfoundland – Corporal (Cpl.) Dylan “Squid” Business Award Winner Squires. AIRPORT SERVICE ~ DOOR TO DOOR, 24/7 If you ask organizer Cpl. Jason Special Occasions Weddings, Grads, Proms and Wine Tours Briand who might lead his team Excellence in customer satisfaction! “Proudly Serving You Since 1996” R0012358231 to victory, he will drop a couple Safe, Reliable, Economical, Friendly of other names – Captain (Capt.) 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Photos Ross Lees years to play in the East Coast 9 Hockey League, so if this 51918-2013 event does turn rough, the RCAF Flyers have their bases covered. John McDonald, the or- ganizer for the Trenton Golden Hawks, says that the Golden Hawks’ coach scored two goals last year. A former Chicago Black Hawk and Toronto Maple The War Amps legacy Leaf playing defence, Mr. of “amputees helping Jerome Dupont is certainly amputees” continues, worth watching. thanks to public support But Mr. McDonald notes of the Key Tag and there will be others to keep Address Label Service. an eye on. Both of his goal- Order key tags tenders – Emerson Verrier and address labels at: and Denny Dubblestyne The War Amps are excellent rubber stop- 1 800 250-3030 pers and will keep their of the Ontario Junior Hockey games and leads the team in penalty minutes, and waramps.ca team in the game. League, they have several games American Jason Zaleskie has eight goals and 12 as- R0012310764 Mr. McDonald said they in hand and boast some players sists in 15 games. are icing a much younger with hot hands. Brady Wiffen “This is a really good group this year,” Mr. Mc- team this year and, while has 13 goals and nine assists in 15 Donald noted. “This game is always very competi- Elizabeth and Annelise they are currently fourth games, team captain Tyler Mayea tive and everybody is out to have fun. There is no Charitable Registration No.: 13196 9628 RR0001 in the Eastern Division has four goals and 10 assists in 15 body checking, so we’re going to get out there, raise some money and let the fans ooh and aah.” “For us, it’s just fun,” says Cpl Briand. “This is the career path we’ve chosen so we no longer have dreams of hockey careers, but some of these kids might be the next great hockey players. We can never go back and playing with a group of guys like this which plays well and fast is a good test of hockey ability at a high level. We huff and puff a bit more than them, but we can keep up to them.” Asked about their strategy for the game, he laughs and responds, “Maybe a little shorter shifts and some lucky bounces.” While the Golden Hawks won the game last year, they were somewhat surprised by the talent of the RCAF Flyers, especially their goaltender, so expect a close but free-wheeling game that promises to be very entertaining. continued on page 10 CAMPBELL’S AUTO SHOP 327 COLEMAN STREET, BELLEVILLE • COMPLETE COLLISION REPAIRS SINCE 1915 • ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FREE ESTIMATES • PAINT ROOM • CUSTOM JOB SPECIALISTS • FRAMES • UNIBODY & RAIL • ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PAINTS E-mail: 613-968-5791 [email protected] November 1, 2013 News 3 - The Contact 8 Wing fi refi ghters train for SHERI THOMPSON & DAGNEY BENTON every eventuality Lawyers Deputy Fire Chief keeps fi refi ghters on their toes with realistic training exercises 613-969-9126 By Ross Lees Providing Legal Services in the areas of Real Estate, Family & Divorce, Disability, Civil Litigation, and ou just never know what you’re responding to Wills & Estates. when you answer an alarm as a military fi re- Y 365 North Front Street, Suite 204, Belleville, ON fi ghter. 8 Wing Deputy Fire Chief, Master Warrant Offi cer (MWO) Jacques Rene, noted at a recent practice scenario that it could be anything from a plugged toilet to a full blown crash.