June 13, 2012 VOLUME 61, ISSUE 12 FREE Wing Commander’s Challenge 2012

This year’s Wing Commander’s Challenge had a great turnout and PSP staff made sure everyone was limbered up by stretching before approximately 700 people participated by either biking and roller blading for 10 KM’s or running and walking for 5 KM’s. Photo: Alison Dickey Security Forces are Diamond Jubilee 17 Wing/AFTC Ready for Anything Candlelight Service of Contribute to Remembrance Goldeyes Home Opener

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Even the Wing Commander, Colonel Blaise Frawley (L), and Wing Chief Warrant Officer Mike Scarcella had to show ID to enter Wing Headquarters. Photo: Sgt Bill McLeod. By Sgt Bill McLeod detaining an individual, fighting,” said Sgt Parrell. 17 Wing Photojournalist and handcuffing. WASF members work- “The exercise proved ing the gate were taught “We’re exercising our beneficial to the entire the proper standard op- ability to deploy,” said Mas- Wing’s awareness of se- erating procedures for ci- ter Corporal Dave Taylor, curity procedures in the vilian entry to the Wing Well, it’s been a long time coming but The Voxair is finally back online at www. 17 Wing Auxiliary Secu- event the Force Protection which included the issuing thevoxair.ca. I’d like to sincerely thank all of our readers for their patience as we rity Force (WASF) Platoon Level changes,” said WASF of temporary passes and worked on this project. 2 I/C, as he observed and Platoon Commander Ser- logging their entry. Since I took over the job as Voxair manager in February, my top priority has been assessed the performance geant Robbie Parrell. At every check point to update the Voxair and bring it into the digital age. With the launch of our new web of WASF members as they “Thousands of identifica- throughout the two days page, we’ve taken a big step towards that goal, but we still have a ways to go from stopped an officer attempt- tion cards were checked WASF members were in- here. But first, I’d like to announce some new features that you can be expecting from ing to bully his way past and some members were tentionally tested by the us. a check point at 17 Wing directed to the ID section exercise scenarios. Bomb Along with access to a pdf copy of our latest issue, we have information about how Headquarters. with expired cards.” threats, members entering to submit articles and news tips to us, links to other RCAF news sources, and a digital The 17 WASF and “Hopefully this raises the Wing under duress, archive of past issues of the paper. The archive is small right now, but will be growing the Vital Point Security awareness of the entire and military personnel as fast as we can scan the old issues. Force (VPSF) conducted defence team that every- with no identification were Also, those of you who’ve picked up the past couple of issues of the paper will notice EX STRONG SENTRY, a one is responsible for secu- just some of the tests. that we recently added a crossword and Sudoku section. As a means to save space in joint exercise between the rity,” added MCpl Taylor. As for the officer who the paper, we’ll be putting the answers up on our website. security forces, in Win- “If people don’t have prop- attempted to breach head- Finally, to go along with the new website, we also launched a facebook page. The nipeg on 17-18 May 2012. er ID to get in an area, quarters security without main purpose of this page, besides giving our readers a forum to talk with us and each EX STRONG SENTRY fo- they’re not getting in.” ID - he was quickly turned other, will be to upload all the photos we take that we just have the space to put in the cused on battle procedure, During the exercise away. paper. You can find our facebook page at www.facebook.com/thevoxair. recall procedures, duress WASF and VPSF mem- For more information If you have any comments or ideas about how to make our long overdue transition procedures, improvised bers had an opportunity to about 17 Wing please visit: to the web better please let me know. I can be reached at 833-2500 ext 4120, or send explosive device vehicle hone their shooting skills http://www.rcaf-arc. me an email through our web page. searches, bomb threat pro- at the St. Charles Rifle forces.gc.ca/17w-17e/in- cedures, challenging pro- Range with both day and dex-eng.asp Mike Sherby cedures, radio procedures, night firing. “The night (en francais) http:// check points, and relief in firing utilizing night vi- www.rcaf-arc.forces. VOXAIR place. 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Lieutenant-Colonel Sui Wut (L), Colonel Nic Stanton, Honourary Colonel Ray McFeetors and LCol Brett Takeuchi sign the Change of Command certificates. The Winnipeg Infantry Tactical Group (WITG) held a Change of Command Ceremony at Minto Armoury 26 May. Lieutenant-Colonel Brett Takeuchi handed command over to LCol Sui Wut. In addition, there was a Change of Regimental Sergeant-Major Appointment from Chief Warrant Officer Brian Boyd to CWO Jim Seggie. The WITG is made up of The and The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada. Photo: Corporal Bill Gomm Victoria Cross Winners Honoured at Valour Road Ceremony

The honour guard from the Queens Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada performed the present-arms during the playing of God Save The Queen. On Sunday, 27 May 2012, soldiers from 38 Canadian Brigade Group and students from Clifton School unveiled three bronze plaques at the Valour Road Commemorative Plaza in Winnipeg. The plaques honour Victoria Cross winners Corporal Leo Clarke, Sergeant-Ma- jor Frederick Hall, and Lieutenant Robert Shankland, all residents of the 700 block of Pine Street prior to serving in WWI. It is believed to be the only street in the world where three Winnipeg City Counsellor Harvey Smith (right), Clifton School student Clarisabel Cati- Victoria Cross winners lived, and was thusly renamed Valour Road in 1925. The Victoria pon, and Minister of Justice and Attorney General Andrew Swan (left) stand by the Cross is the Commonwealth’s highest honour for valour in the presence of an armed enemy. newly dedicated Victoria Cross plaque. Photo: MCpl Gregory Rutledge Photo: MCpl Gregory Rutledge. mmmm. . .

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Private D.G. Mallett shoots a bearing at St. Charles Range during his Basic Military Quali- Basic Military Qualification (Land) candidates patrol to their next navigation point at St. fication (Land) navigation exercise. Photo: MCpl Gregory Rutledge Charles Range. Photo: MCpl Gregory Rutledge with eleven years experience and the Course 2 I/C of a chain of command. For his efforts and outside-the-box By MCpl Gregory Rutledge recently concluded BMQ(L) (which ran part-time from thinking, WO Fisher received a CEFCOM Commander’s 38 CBG 06 Jan - 25 Mar 2012) described the objective of BMQ(L): Commendation. He sought to pass on the benefits of his “I see our job with BMQ(L) is to prepare soldiers to lessons learned to the next generation of CA soldiers on This article is part two of a two-part series exam- function in the field. It builds on the basic skills they’ve his BMQ(L) course. ining the importance of Basic Military Qualification learned on BMQ, in terms of their personal weapons “Now I have firsthand experience of the importance of courses, and their impact on the development of handling, and focuses on their ability to function as part IA’s and stoppages, and of conducting drills such as self- individual soldiers and the Canadian Forces as a of a section in a field environment, as opposed to the in- extraction drills and actions inside an explosive threat whole. dividual skills they’ve learned on BMQ.” environment. My experience lends itself well in terms of Private (Pte) Brendan Beaudry, a 17 year-old recent providing credibility for me as an instructor, and gives Winnipeg, MB – Serving in the Canadian Army (CA) graduate of the 38 CBG BMQ(L) instructed by WO Fish- me some insight that goes beyond the textbooks.” poses a distinct challenge to those who don its uniform. er, joined the CA because he likes adventure and wanted “I think your initial exposure to these skills develops The nature of modern-era conflicts demand versatility to try something new. your mindset as you move forward, and gives you the from the CA soldier like never before; they must be pre- “I like to challenge myself physically, and I thought basic skill set that you’re going to build on throughout pared to operate advanced military hardware on intu- it’d be a more interesting job, an out-of-the-ordinary your career. The skills you get now are the ones you’re ition, and make sound split-second decisions in perilous kind of thing,” said Pte Beaudry. He commented further going to revert back to 3 years from now, 5 years from situations. on his BMQ(L) experience, “I like the weapons, such as now, in times of crisis. They are the skills that are go- CA soldiers train to function equally well in kinetic grenades, C-9, and the C-6. I like learning about the rec- ing to follow you through your career as a junior, then a combat operations (eg. Libya) and asymmetrical warfare ce patrols, the defence, section attacks, and all that kind senior NCO.” (eg. Afghanistan), as well as aid civil powers during nat- of stuff is really cool.” Pte Beaudry reflected similar sentiments, showing ural disasters (eg. Manitoba floods/Haiti earthquake) or In addition to operating state-of-the-art weaponry, he obviously understood the lessons that WO Fisher during times of unrest (eg. 1970 FLQ crisis). To achieve communications equipment and armoured fighting ve- strove impart upon his students. mission success in such a diverse array of operational hicles, the conflicts of the contemporary global environ- “For the future, you’ve got to get the basics down, and environments, the CA requires a rigorous training sys- ment tests the modern army soldier with ever-changing you’ve gotta get them down perfectly. That’s what the tem to prepare its soldiers for today’s and tomorrow’s rules of engagement (ROEs), enemy combatants that instructors are doing,” remarked Beaudry. “Its impor- engagements. hide amongst civilian populations, and unforeseen crises tant so that you get a faster reaction time when you’re The CA’s ‘Basic Military Qualification (Land)’ that can arise at anytime. The CA requires disciplined in danger. You shave seconds off of what could be a life [BMQ(L)] course serves to fulfil that purpose. It is the troops with the capability to assess a situation, and take threatening situation.” army’s entry-level training program, which new troops decisive action based upon their training. As the land-based arm of the Canadian Forces, the destined for the CA must take following graduation from WO Fisher understands this principle particularly CA operates in concert with the Royal Canadian Air the general military induction course, Basic Military well. In 2008, he hunted for buried improvised explosive Force and the to defend our na- Qualification (BMQ). devices (IEDs) in Afghanistan with the newly procured tion’s sovereignty and interests in domestic and overseas BMQ(L) imbues an army recruit with the fieldcraft, Expedient Route-Opening Capability (EROC) vehicle environments. teamwork, and weapons skills needed to begin perform- suite. WO Fisher recognized a shortcoming in the prac- Approximately 20,000 regular force personnel and ing at the highest level. 38 Canadian Brigade Group’s tices used to employ the new EROC kit, so he devised a 16,000 reservists currently serve in the Canadian Army. Warrant Officer (WO) Sean Fisher, a combat engineer more advantageous method that caught the eye of his Our Mistake! In the RCAF Run story last issue, the 402 Squadron Pipes and Drums was incorrectly labelled as the RCAF Band. In the Aboriginal Awareness story, WO Martin was listed as joining the Canadian Forces in 1994, when in actual fact it was 1982. The Voxair and the authors of those stories would like to apologize for the mistakes! VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 5 Environmental Sustainability at 17 Wing Mike Sherby the gymnasium as well.” Voxair Manager Barz, who has been the Wing’s En- vironmental Coordinator for 3 years Last week about thirty-five 17 now has just recently took on the role Wing personnel gathered for an in- of Wing Sustainability Officer. She tensive two-day course on Environ- says that part of her goal in her new mental Sustainability. position is to help people incorporate Two Environment Canada Con- green initiatives into their everyday tractors specializing in energy man- office routine. agement put on the course, which “This is everybody’s responsibil- ran June 5 and 6. It was attended by ity, from our engineers incorporating numerous Wing CE engineers and green planning into their current job trades people, as well as represen- duties, to those in the office shutting tatives from numerous units on the off the lights and turning off their Wing, and focused mainly on sus- computers in the evening. We really tainability and finding ways to in- need to look at and focus on sustain- corporate energy savings into daily ability more than we have in the past. operations. It’s is great for the environment and 17 Wing Environmental Coor- it saves money.” dinator Laura Barz was part of the Stephen Dixon was one of the spe- team that helped bring the course to cialists who led the presentation. Dix- the Wing. Barz, who has a degree in on has more than 28 years of energy environmental studies from the Uni- management experience, and says versity of Manitoba, says she was that we need to be smarter about how pleasantly surprised by the recep- Garth White, and energy manager with Environment Canada conducts an inspection of building we use our energy. tion the course got. 90 with other course participants. Photo: Mike Sherby. “It’s not about sitting around, freezing in the dark. Things like that “I was very encouraged by their how to do energy assessments and look for energy sav- are knee-jerk reactions. The trick is to just not use enthusiasm,” she says. “This was a good jump start to ing opportunities. Part of the course involved a tour of more energy than we need to, and to prioritize energy get the ball rolling and start getting people to think 17 Wing’s Building 90 to try and see if there were any waste.” about these things.” savings that could be found in the building. If you’d like to learn more about how you can imple- The intensive two-day course went over everything “We talked about the good things we found that ment environmental sustainability into you office du- from demystifying old wives tales about energy, like have been implemented as well as some things that ties, please contact the Wing Environmental office at how turning off a light switch is supposed to take up could be improved on. One of the good things was the [email protected]. more energy than leaving it on, to training personnel motion sensing lights in the racquet ball courts and in RCAF Commanders Commendation Submitted Non Commissioned members supervising Air Force operations. A Commitment over On 14 May 2012 the Commander of and above the significant demands of his the , Lieuten- primary duties, his unwavering desire to ant-General André Deschamps was in impart knowledge, places him amongst town to present a brief to the Initial Lead- the elite in the Professional Development ership Seminar (ILS) and also to present realm. Lieutenant-Colonel Hook has per- LCol Gary Hook with the Royal Canadian sonified the core values of the Air Force: Air Force Commander’s Commendation. Professionalism, Excellence and Team- The citation reads: work” “Founder of the Flying Supervisors Course, Lieutenant-Colonel Hook has dedicated 13 years to the development and de- livery of invaluable educa- tion to Officers and Senior

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Makaela Hurtubise pressing off the block with a great start. Photo: Clint Legg

Pte Emma Moore from CFB Dundurn finished in sixth place at this year’s CF Squash Na- tionals. Photo: Submitted. Mike Sherby YWCA to help Pte Moore along. Voxair Manager Fulkerson says that helping her with her training is all part and parcel of his Pte Emma Moore definitely didn’t take job. the beaten path to the 2012 CF Squash “When stuff like this comes along, it’s Nationals. You see, unlike most athletes really a combined effort. But we did the participating in the Nationals, the athlet- best we could for her, and she repaid us ic Ammo Tech from Dundurn had never for having a very good showing at the na- played squash competitively before. tionals for us.” It all started when Pte Moore was at- Pte Moore admits that she was a little tending the regional Badmonton tourna- nervous about the prospect of playing ment. As luck would have it, the squash against opponents who have been at the tournament was running at the same sport much longer than her, but she kept time. After the Badminton Tournament her focus on the task at hand. “I didn’t want to go to Nationals and Troy Legg finishing up the 100 m free coming in for the finish, he had a time of 1:21:35. finished, Pte Moore was asked if she’d Photo: Clint Legg ever played squash. get my butt kicked or anything. So I got “I’d played a little bit when I was on hooked up with a coach in the city, saw By: Clint Legg of swimming on display staff is very proud of all the my QL3s in Borden, but nothing orga- her about 4 times in 2 weeks, and I was Flying Tigers Swim was of a high calibre, a athletes’ achievements, nized. And they said we only had one girl on my way.” Team Volunteer Coach testament to the level of attitude, and sportsman- to send to nationals, and they had a bud- Pte Moore had pretty reasonable ex- dedication and drive every ship, and is cheering on get for two, so they asked if I was inter- pectations going into the tournament, but As another swimming athlete on the team puts every swimmer as they ested,” says Pte Moore. she says she ended up doing better than season is nearing its close, into practice and training. head into the season’s final And Moore, a true athlete who had expected. the 17 Wing Flying Tigers Shaving a single second off competitions! recently played in the regional volleyball “I knew I had no business winning. I Swim Team (FTST) contin- a race time in swimming The 17 Wing Flying Ti- tournament gave it a shot. After playing ended up finishing 6 out of 9, which was ues to rack up impressive requires on average 100 gers Swim Team (FTST) a few practice rounds in the tournament, better than I thought. I figured if I came finishes in high level Pro- hours of hard work in the is a competitive team of the staff was impressed enough to of- in second last I’d be happy,” she says with vincial and International pool. With swim times over swimmers training at 17 fer her a spot in the nationals, and that a laugh. swim competitions. On the the GPI weekend dropping Wing Winnipeg. Practic- kicked off a month of rigorous training for On the whole, Pte Moore says she last weekend in May, the faster then a prairie down- ing at Building 90 six days Pte Moore. enjoyed playing in the tournament very team participated in an In- pour, the FTST athlete’s a week , the team is made Mark Fulkerson, the Fitness, Sports, much, and her time at the nationals cer- ternational swim competi- have clearly been working up of roughly twenty age and Recreation Coordinator at Det Dun- tainly hasn’t squashed her ambitions. tion, the Great Plains Invi- very hard. group athletes from ages durn, teamed up with local support and “I’m definitely going to stick with tational, held at the world With the Great Plains 8 to 17 years of age, and helped to hire a coach from the local YM/ squash and not do badminton next year.” class Pan-Am Pool in Win- Invitational over, the team numerous Masters; adult nipeg. The swimmers from has set its sights on the swimmers competing in the FTST battled it out next major competition, the Canadian Masters Dundurn RCAF Run in a field of over 400 ath- the Provincial Finals in Swim League. The team’s letes, and made finals (top June, and the Manitoba/ focus is on providing mili- 16) in every session. One Saskatchewan Champion- tary dependants a fun, of the most spectacular ships in July. The team competitive, professionally races came from FTST’s has attended numerous coached and affordable op- Troy Legg, who blitzed swim meets through- portunity to swim at a high up from a bottom seed to out the swimming year, level of skill and competi- win his finals heat in the roughly one a month since tion. The team’s training 100m Freestyle. Another September, and these final is directed by Head Coach strong showing came from three, (GPI, Provincials, Niall Martin and volun- Ryan Neilson who finished Man/Sask) represent the teer coaches, George Mel- eighth in finals in the gru- culmination of an entire drum, Mike Hurtubise, eling 100m Butterfly. year of training and men- and Clint Legg. The team The entire team per- tal preparation. Some of promotes a developmental formed exceptionally well the team’s newer members atmosphere, if you have only started swimming the will to swim fast and under the pressure of Jason J. Johnston (Centre), Deputy PSP Manager finishing last of last and being jogged an International event, competitively in Septem- compete, we provide the in by CO Major D. Arndt (R) and MWO G. Nichol (L). Nothing like accomplishing the task of with many swimmers de- ber, and are now repre- way. Find out more about finishing an RCAF Run with a little help from your friends. As Jason stated, “Trying to be a molishing personal best senting the 17 Wing Com- the team and competitive good role model and push yourself within your limits; today, after touching the stop sign on times with truly awesome munity at the Provincial swimming on FTST.CA the highway and turning back, with the wind in my face…it was hard, I will be sore for the performances. The level level. The team’s training next few days; but I finished.” VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 7 440 Squadron Awards Ceremony

Cpl Smith received his Good Show award for Flight Safe- ty - he prevented a possible accident by stopping a snowmo- bile from approaching a running propeller.

The Maintenance section received a Wing Commander’s commendation from Col Frawley for their continued efforts to safely produce serviceable aircraft all while staffed at levels much lower than some other Squadrons. Cpl Jean received a Wing Commander’s commendation for going beyond what was expected of him, and the resulting discovery of a unservice- able engine driven boost pump. He was absent during the presentation.

Cpl Myers received his For Pro award for Flight Safety from Col Frawley. Cpl Myers went above and beyond and discovered a propeller component that was unsafe and out of specification.

Lt Pessotto received a WCmdr’s coin from Col Frawley MCpl Doucette received his bar on his CD - 22 years of for her continued hard work and leadership in the 440 Sqn service from the Commander of 17 Wing/AFTC, Col Frawley. Orderly Room.

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Commander of 17 Wing/AFTC, Col Blaise Frawley and CWO Mike Scarcella high five par- ticipants as they complete the races. “The health and fitness culture on this Wing is actually very prominent, I see a lot of people out exercising on a regular basis and the gym parking lot is always full,” said Col Frawley. Photo: Alison Dickey.

Bill Fraser, Chair of Aviation and Aerospace at Red River College Stevenson Campus stands in front of a CC-130 Hercules from 435 Squadron that was on display as part of the The Wing Commander’s Challenge is organized by PSP staff in order to give back to College’s celebration of a successful 10 years of offering the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers the Wing and get people out exercising. Afterwards, they could enjoy a drink and snack in program. “We’re guessing that we’ve had approximately 5,000-7,000 people show up to- building 21. “The turnout today has been phenomenal, we had just over 600 register for day,” said Fraser. Photo: Alison Dickey the event but with people dropping in, I’m guessing it was at least 700 if not more,” said organizer James Follette. Photo: Alison Dickey.

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Master Warrant Officer Troy Zuorro and Lieutenant Colonel June Zuorro walk through the ranks of the fallen at the Diamond Jubilee Candlelight Service of Remembrance held at Brookside Cemetery’s Military Field of Honour, Stone of Remembrance on Sunday, 3 June 2012. Photo credit: MCpl Colin Aitken. cane to them. For Manitoba’s Justice Minister and Attorney Gen- By: Gloria Kelly Brookside’s Military Field of Honour is the oldest eral, Andrew Swan, attending the service on behalf of and largest in Canada with over 12,000 markers stand- the province, the evening had special meaning. He said It was a beautiful spring evening on June 2, as hun- ing row on row in a stately park like setting. every person here in the Field of Honour has a story to dreds of Winnipegers attended Brookside Cemetery’s The procession to the Stone of Remembrance was tell, one of which was his grandfather. Following the cer- Military Field of Honour to honour both Queen Eliza- led by 17 Wing Winnipeg Padre, Lt Mark Kalvaitis, fol- emony he visited that grave marker to pay tribute and to beth II on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee, as well lowing RCAF band piper Sgt Matthew MacIsaac. RCAF place a lighted candle. as Canadian military veterans who have and continue to band vocalist Sgt David Grenon led the assembly in O Brigadier General Pierre St-Amand, Deputy Com- serve Canada and the crown. Canada and God Save the Queen, while bugler Sgt Mi- mander 1 Canadian Air Division, mentioned how the At the Stone of Remembrance, Lieutenant Governor chael Plummer played Alert and the haunting Last Post. Field of Honour invokes sorrow in all of us for those we Philip Lee presided over a Candlelight Service of Re- In his opening prayer Lt Kalvaitis asked that vet- have lost, but also pride for our members who continue membrance, while sea, air force and army cadets from erans and those who continue to serve be remembered to serve. across Winnipeg lit over 12,000 flickering candles, plac- as they so willingly give of themselves in service to the Silver Cross Mother, Della Morley, accompanied by ing them on the grave markers of veterans resting in the monarch and country. sea cadet, CPO1 Francine Charter, also laid a Diamond Field of Honour. Members of the public attending the Lt Governor Lee said people of all ages are joined by Jubilee commorative wreath at the foot of the Stone of ceremony were encouraged to light and place candles as remembrance and that “These small candles represent Remembrance. well, especially if there was a grave with special signifi- the light of hope and courage.’’ 10 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 Sun, Insect and Gardening June 22 is Bike to Work Day! Initiated by the City of Winnipeg and able that can assist with making your Bike to the Future, the purpose of Bike biking experience more safe and enjoy- Safety Tips to Work Day is to promote cycling as an able. For instance there are new bicycle alternative way to commute. As you may friendly mapping tools that can deter- A Reminder from the Community the o DO NOT apply insect repellent to be aware, 17 Wing and the MFRC will be mine the best and safest route for you to Community Health Nurse at 17 Wing, infants less than 6 months because their participating in Bike to Work Day and take to work or anywhere else in Winni- Winnipeg: skin is too sensitive. will have a special “pit stop” near the peg that you may want to travel to. These Sun safety: o Products containing active in- Wing Chapel during the morning of the maps can be found online at www.bik- • Fact: The ultraviolet rays of the gredients other than DEET, registered 22nd. The 17 Wing Sustainability Office etothefuture.org and are also available sun (and tanning beds) can damage the in Canada, can provide some protection encourages you to not only cycle to work in hardcopy at most of the City’s cycling skin and cause skin cancer. against mosquitoes but are less effective. on this event day but to also consider this shops. In addition, there are many excel- • Prevention tips: These products include: P-menthane 3,8- method of commuting every other day as lent resources that provide information o Avoid being in the sun between diol, soybean oil, citronella. well. This is because in addition to it be- on cycling safety. The Bike to the Future 11:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs-this is when the o Check your clothes, body and ing great for your health, cycling can also website has some excellent tips on cycling sun rays are the strongest. your pets for ticks when returning from benefit the environment. Tailpipe emis- and if you would like to go even further, o Perform outdoor activities in areas where ticks can be present. In sions from vehicles contain chemicals the Winnipeg Leisure Guide now offers a shaded areas or in the early evenings. Manitoba, certain ticks are known to po- such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, cycling commuter course for those want- o Wear protective clothing: e.g. tentially transmit Lyme disease and cer- hydrocarbons, sulphur dioxide, particu- ing improve their cycling skills and con- hat, long-sleeve shirt, long pants if you tain mosquitoes are known to transmit late matter and ozone. fidence. Another great Winnipeg initia- must spend time in the sun. the West Nile virus. Visit the Manitoba These chemicals have been linked to tive that was created by one of our own o If unable to cover-up, use sun- Health websites (see address below) for causing acid rain, destroying the ozone 17 Wing staff members is Bicycle Valet screen with a Sun Protection Factor more information. layer and contributing to climate change. Winnipeg. For those who are concerned (SPF) of at least 15, 15-30 minutes before o Remove standing water on your In addition to the environmental impli- about the security of their bike, Bicycle spending time in the sun. Reapply sun- property. Mosquitoes develop in standing cations, these chemicals can also affect Valet Winnipeg is available at most large screen to exposed areas as indicated by pools of water. your health by contributing to smog and events in the City and will watch over the product label. other particles in the air, which can trig- your bike for free. For information on o Ask your pharmacist about medi- Gardening safety: ger respiratory illnesses such as asthma. what events they will be working at this cation that may make your skin more at • Fact: Gardening can be relaxing Therefore, while it is great to cycle to keep year, visit www.bicyclevaletwinnipeg.ca. risk of burning in the sun. and rewarding. Despite these benefits, in good physical shape, taking your bike With all of these great resources and o The skin of children and teens is gardening can lead to injuries e.g. via instead of your car or the bus will benefit initiatives, your cycling commute to work at greater risk of being damaged by ultra- use of sharp tools, machinery; and expose the environment too. should be a breeze! See you at the 17 violet rays. Avoiding the sun and using individuals to infections such as tetanus If you would like more information on Wing “pit stop” on June 22nd. sunscreen are especially important for (lockjaw). cycling, there are a lot of resources avail- these groups. • Prevention tips: o Keep infants in shaded areas, hy- o Wear protective clothing and drated, and protected from the heat and equipment e.g. sturdy boots or shoes, the sun. Note: DO NOT apply sunscreen gloves, long pants, goggles to protect to infants less than 6 months because against flying debris, insects and chemi- their skin is too sensitive and absorb the cals sunscreen. o Avoid gardening between 11:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs to prevent sunburn and Insect safety: overexertion • Fact: The arrival of warm weath- o Use insect repellent and wear Faces of The Legion er is usually accompanied with the arriv- light-coloured protective clothing: e.g. al of insects such as mosquitoes and ticks. long-sleeve shirt, long pants when mos- Certain types of mosquitoes and ticks can quitoes are most active (dawn & dusk) carry and transmit serious infections to or where ticks are likely to be present humans and pets. (near the ground, brush, edge of lawn, • Prevention tips: tall grass). Note: Light-coloured clothing o Read the instructions on the la- is less attractive to mosquitoes and also bel of the insect repellent container be- allows you to easily identify and remove fore its use for adults and children. Some ticks. products provide protection against mos- o Tuck-in your shirt in your pants, quitoes but not for ticks. and your pant bottom into your socks or o Choose an insect repellent regis- boots to prevent ticks bites. tered in Canada and a product that suits o Read and follow the instructions your needs. E.g. the higher the concentra- of gardening tools, equipment or chemi- tion of the repellent (DEET), the longer cals. Keep tools, equipment or chemicals time it will protect you. out of children’s reach. o Use insect repellent and wear o Get vaccinated against tetanus light-coloured protective clothing: e.g. (lockjaw). Tetanus bacteria can live in the long-sleeve shirt, long pants when mos- soil (dirt) and enter your body when the quitoes are most active (dawn & dusk) skin is broken. Tetanus booster (needle or or where ticks are likely to be present shot) is recommended every 10 years for (near the ground, brush, edge of lawn, adults. tall grass). Note: Light-coloured clothing o Pace yourself and drink plenty of is less attractive to mosquitoes and also fluids, especially water. allows you to easily identify and remove Health Canada. It’s Your Health ticks.

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This year has seen Stamp collectors will Canada Post issuing a be reminded of an ear- number of stamps and lier issue. In 1897 Queen miniature sheets to mark Elizabeth’s great-great the sixtieth anniversary grandmother, Queen Vic- of Queen Elizabeth’s as- toria, celebrated her Dia- cension to the throne of mond Jubilee. Canada Great Britain. One of the then issued a set of sixteen last issues is a $2 stamp stamps, values a half cent and miniature sheet. The to five dollars, picturing a stamp shows two portraits young and an older Queen of the Queen, one early, Victoria. one more recent. Winnipeg Goldeyes Tickets!

The 17 Wing Community Recreation Association has been drawn. Please note that, depending on demand, obtained six season tickets for the upcoming 2012 we may restrict the number of tickets you may season. These tickets are available to CF military purchase. personnel and Community Recreation Association For more information about this ticket offer, you can members. contact the front desk building 90 local 5139 or Tina If you are interested in purchasing some tickets please Bailey, Comm Rec Director at local 2059. visit building 90 front desk to put your name down For more information about the Winnipeg Goldeyes on your chosen dates, with the number of tickets you please check out the following website: would like to purchase. http://www.goldeyes.com/pdfs/2012schedule.pdf Cost per ticket per game is $12.00 Look out for the upcoming community Recreation draw There will be a draw for the games and tickets you for Winnipeg Blue Bombers games and the Winnipeg have selected. You will be contacted if your name has Jets tickets draw! 12 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 Red River Ex and the CF Goldeyes Home Opener

The 17 Wing Flag Party marched into position on the field on 29 May 2012 as part of the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Team Home Opener Event at Shaw Park Stadium in Winnipeg. Cpl Brown of 38 Brigade explains the water portion of the Youth Challenge at the Red River Ex in 2011. Photo: Sgt Bill McLeod.

By Sgt Bill McLeod a number of other displays, including the 17 Wing Photojournalist ever popular exhibition of small arms used by the Canadian Forces. Canadian Forces members and equip- Canadian Forces members will be ment will be on hand at the Red River Ex- on hand to talk to fair goers and answer hibition once again this year to give Ca- questions about their jobs. Interactive nadians a better idea about what they do. recruiting displays will also help answer The Ex will take place from 15-24 June at questions about the Canada’s military Exhibition Park, right beside the Assini- and the numerous jobs and trades in the boia Downs. Forces. The Red River Ex will be honouring The Canadian Forces will also be pro- service members on 19 June with a Hero’s viding entertainment at the Ex this year. Day. Entrance to the park will be free for The world renowned Royal Canadian Air military members, police, and firefighters. Force Band ensemble ‘Jetstream’ will Members will be asked to show valid ID. perform two shows on the main stage on Visitors to the Ex will see military Hero’s Day, 19 June. The ensemble will equipment like the Light Armoured Ve- perform at 4 p.m. and at 5:30 p.m. Some hicle (LAV) III from 2nd Battalion of the of the members performing are fresh from Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light In- their win on the Global TV show ‘Canada fantry from Canadian Forces Base Shilo, Sings’. Sgt David Grenon and Sgt Cindy Scott of the RCAF the cockpit of a CF-18 fighter jet manned The Mounted Troop of the Lord Strath- Band ensemble ‘Jetstream’ by members of the Royal Canadian Air cona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) will also perform with Goldie, the Force, and the Royal Canadian Navy’s perform at the Ex this year. The 20 horse, Goldeyes mascot at the sea- rigid hulled inflatable boat. 25 member Mounted Troop is coming son opener which featured Canadian Rangers will have a display from Canadian Forces Base Edmonton to the participation of 17 Wing of their equipment and will meet and talk put on two shows. The troop will perform members. 17 Wing/AFTC also provided ceremonial with members of the public. on Friday, 22 June and Sunday, 24 June, support in the form of a fly- The Voxair is now on Facebook. A Youth Challenge course will be set at 4 p.m. Ex goers are welcome to drop by by and a SAR Tech threw out Check out www.facebook.com/thevoxair up and manned again this year by the the stables to see the horses and talk to the first pitch. Photos: Cpl 38 CBG, and they will also be providing the riders. Piotr Figiel for more photos VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 13

www.mfrc.mb.ca 204.833.2500 ext. 4500 Upcoming MFRC Programs ADULT PROGRAMS skills. You will have the opportunity to discuss a and exchange them for a couple of “new to you” books. MFRC AGM number of topics in French. Participants must have When you have finished reading them, come back again Wednesday, June 13, 7 p.m. obtained an intermediate level to attend. Register and find some more books to read. If there are a lot of Boardroom, 102 Comet Street today, it’s free! For more information, call ext. 4515. participants, there should be a steady supply of new Our Annual General Meeting for the Winnipeg MFRC SISIP VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION reading material for everyone. Come and check out the will be held on Wednesday, June 13 at 7 p.m. in the Thursday June 14 in the evening two bookshelves of used books any day that the MFRC Boardroom at the MFRC. Appetizers will be served as Assiniboine Park Conservatory is open. Happy Reading! a range of topics will be covered and discussed. If you The SISIP Volunteer Appreciation is a recognition would like to have a say and see what is in the works event for volunteers and their families. You must pre CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS (0-5 YEARS OLD) for the MFRC, please stop in. All community members register for this event as ent5rance is restricted to our DATE NIGHT CHILD CARE in attendance will be entered into a draw for an Adult guest list. For more information, call ext. 4519. WESTWIN CHILDREN’S CENTRE Leather Jacket. Draw will be made at the end of the Wednesday, June 13 5-7:30 p.m. meeting. THE BIG COOK Children under 2: $10, children over 2: $8 NEXT CHAPTER Wednesday June 20 at noon Half price for each additional child from the same Thursday, June 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. $30, Register by June 13 family. Register by June 15 Join us for an afternoon of food and fun. We’ll have Register by June 8. Are you in the “next Chapter” of your parenting life? lunch from 12 to 1 pm, followed by the preparation of Leave the kids with us while you enjoy some “grown Do you have school aged kids, and are you looking to 3 take home meals from the book “The Big Cook”. This up” time. For children 1 -5 years old; school age socialize with other parents who have school age kids? is a great way to get out of the “dinner rut” and create children may wish to visit the MFRC Youth Centre. This group will help you as you go thru the middle some new meals for your family. Registration and Please call 833-2500 ext. 2491 to register. years before the teen years! Each month we will discuss prepayment are required. This month we’ll be making CREATIVE TOTS a different topic to discuss while having some fun and ‘Lazy Man’s Lasagne’, ‘Taco Toss’ and ‘Maple Chicken’. WESTWIN CHILDREN’S CENTRE food with friends. This program is designed for parents Thursdays, June 14, 21, 28 with children ages 6 and up. Child care 9:30 to 11 a.m. will be provided if you have other younger This program moves to 102 Comet St. on children. 28 June for the summer. CREATIVITY CAFE Parents/caregivers and children 0-5 come Tuesday June 19, 10 to 11:30 a.m. and join us for free play, art, songs and $5 per person stories. This free drop in program is a Register and pay by June 14 great way to meet others and introduce Spring is a time when everything seems your child to a group setting. Parent to have grown and sprouted up. Well, participation required. Please bring a your kids are no exception! Come out peanut free snack for your child. this month as we make an easy portable FUNtastic growth chart. Summer Camp for preschoolers AROUND THE WORLD IN 11 MONTHS 9 - 13 July 2012, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday June 14 5 p.m. Register by June 102 Comet St. 8. $50 per child $5 per person (free for 2 years old and This program is for children 3-5 years under) old (or who have not yet entered grade No need to pack your bags…just bring 1). All 5 senses will be used to explore your family as we visit Mexico for a science, art and outdoor play. Registration FIESTA! We’ll provide the passport, deadline: 29 June 2012 Call 833-2500 ext. dinner and entertainment! Each month 2491 to register. staff from the MFRC will be taking you on a wild adventure to a different part of CHILDREN & YOUTH (6-18 YEARS OLD) the world. At each event we’ll be stamping YOUTH CENTRE BBQ your passport. The more events you attend Friday, June 15, 5 - 9 p.m. the more stamps you’ll get, the more North Side Youth Centre, 102 Comet stamps you get, the better the prize at our Street December event. As a final send off to our loyal Youth DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT NETWORK Centre attendees, we will be holding a Monday June 18, 7 to 9 p.m. Register by BBQ at the North Side Youth Centre on June 11 Friday, June 15th from 5pm – 9pm. The Is your loved one away? Would you like cost is $5 per participant and includes a to connect with others experiencing a hotdog or hamburger, drink, chips and deployment? Join us once a month for a dessert. We will be having carnival games chance to meet new people, make new and prizes, as well as other activities for friends and learn new coping skills in a all children 6-12 years old that would like fun, social setting. to attend. Sign up before Wednesday, June MFRC BOOK CLUB 13th at your Youth Centre. Tuesday June 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m. *Membership/ Medical forms must be Would you like to expand your book completed! Please see staff for more library? Come and join the MFRC’s book details. club. Each month a different host will pick Thank you all for your continued support a book to read. During the session, we will of our MFRC Youth Centre’s. We will discuss the book and answer questions regarding its see you again on September 10th, 2012. Have a great content. Please call the MFRC for information on the USED BOOK EXCHANGE summer! chosen book and where you can get a copy. Are you a book worm? Do you love to read? Are you Stay tuned for more information on the Summer Green FRENCH CONVERSATION WORKSHOP running out of good books in your own library? The Team Drop-In Programs offered at the South Side Thursday, June 21, 6 to 7:30 p.m. MFRC has set up a used book exchange library for Youth Centre. This group will meet to improve its French language people just like you! Bring in your gently read books,

Fax: 204.489.8587 • Email: [email protected] 102 Comet Street PO Box 17000 Stn Forces, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3Y5 14 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 Chaplain’s Corner Together in Church Catholic Chaplains Padre Mark Mawson (Wing Chaplain) Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext 5417 The Sky is the Limit! Padre Ray Laudenorio Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext. 5272/6914 Padre Frederic Lamarre Roman Catholic Office 833-2500 ext. 5956 Ms Catherine Landry 17 Wing Chaplains invite children to SKY W Chap Admin Assistant Office: 833-2500 ext 5087 Padre Gordon Mintz Masses (English only) Hangar Line Chaplain Tues, Weds, Thurs 1210 hrs It’s time to gly the friendly skies! You know ~ off to the wild blue yonder!! Are you ready for a VBS adventure of Sunday 1100 hrs a lifetime? Welcome to SKY! The 17 Wing Chaple communities and Chaplains are delighted to announce that this year’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) is themed “SKY!” AT Sky VBS, taking off from Tue 3 July – Fri 6 July, kids dis- Religious Education classes are available to all students from Preschool to cover that by trusting God, everything is possible. The Thrill! The Joy! The Freedom! They sky is the limit. Let your Grade 6. Please call the office for information. imagination take off, and picture kids of 17 Wing families having a blast in a safe, supervised environment! Kids tak- Confessions The sacrament of reconciliation is offered 20 minutes before ing flight in the reality of God’s love and gaining meaning and relevance to their everyday lives! Your kids having an mass and by appointment. Contact the chaplain's office. amazing time making new friends, playing wild games, trying unbelievable experiments and lip-smacking snacks, Baptisms We recommend that you contact the chaplain’s office for an ap- learning incredible music, and letting their imaginations soar! pointment prior to the birth of your child. Children ages 5-12 are invited to join us. We’ll take-off each morning at 9 am and come in for a landing at 11:45 Marriages Six months’ notice is required for marriages, as counselling is am. You and your kids won’t want to miss a minute of the excitement! Each day will feature Up & Away Sing and necessary to prepare couples for Christian marriage. A marriage prepara- Play pre-flight briefing where the theme of the day is introduced in songs and skits, Wild Blue Adventures where the tion course is also required. stories of the Bible really take flight, Skydive Diner where healthy snacks are served to keep the flight crew in peak Catholic Women’s League meets in the Chapel Annex the third Monday of performance, All Star Games which will feature outdoor teambuilding games, Imagination Station where safe sci- each month at 1830hrs. ence experiments show off the wonder of our amazing earth and sky, Chadder’s Sky High Movies featuring our Bible Protestant Buddy cartoons and movies. Since everything is hands-on, kids might get a little messy, be sure to send them in play clothes and safe shoes. Plus, we’ll help kids discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life – something we call Chaplains God Sightings. Parents, grandparents, and friends are invited to joing us in the VIP Flight Deck section each day at 1130 am, because that’s when we’ll be having our daily Fly Away Finale – a daily post-flight briefing and celebration Padre Will Hubbard of God’s love you won’t want to miss. (Anglican) Office 833-2500 ext 5349 Padre Gord Mintz (Anglican) Office 833-2500 ext 5785 Padre Frank Staples (UCC) Det. Dundurn. Office 833-2500 ext. 4299

Sunday Services (English Only) 0900 hrs

Sunday School is held during the service for children ages 3 to 12, except on the last Sunday of each month. Childcare is provided on an as-required basis for children under 3 years of age.

Marriages Contact the chaplain at least six months in advance. A mar- riage preparation course is a requirement.

Baptisms The Sacrament of Holy Baptism is available by contacting a chaplain. Time is required to give sufficient instruction about the meaning of baptism.

Protestant Chapel Guild meets the first Sunday of the month at 1800 hrs in the Chapel Annex. All women are welcome.

Food Bank The Food Bank is a joint undertaking by both Catholic and Protestant congregations. Please help by giving any food you can spare. The donation box is located at the rear of the chapel.

Emergency Chaplain After normal working hours, the Emergency Chaplain can be reached through WOps Duty Centre, 833-2700.

Other Phone Numbers: For your convenience, a phone number has been set up to provide callers with info on service times and contact with the chaplain of your choice. Phone 833-2500 ext. 6800 and follow the prompts. Those with access to the DIN visit the chaplains' Web Site at http://17wing.winnipeg.mil.ca/main, then click on 'Services. VOXAIR, 17 Wing Winnipeg, 13 June, 2012 15

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