The Shield ~ Le Bouclier
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The Shield ~ Le Bouclier
1 March / mars 2012 Vol. 46, No. 3 Construction Engineers Lend Their Much Needed Des membres du génie construction mettent leurs compétences indispensables au service d’une famille de North Bay Skills to a North Bay Family participation de la 22e Escadre dans ce projet communautaire de rénovation ainsi que dans d’autres projets à North Bay. A r t i c l e b y : M a s t e r C o r p o r a l Wa y n e Kennedy, Support to Public Affairs Photo by: Corporal Joseph Morin, Imagery Technician Ce partenariat extrêmement important présentait une situation gagnante pour tous les participants. D’un côté, une famille a eu accès à la propriété d’une résidence en une fraction du temps normalement nécessaire pour effectuer les travaux, et de l’autre, des gens de métier qualifiés et semi qualifiés des Forces canadiennes ont eu l’occasion exceptionnelle de terminer une partie de leur formation en cours d’emploi, et ce, en renforçant le lien entre l’Escadre et la communauté. A continued commitment to uphold the strong bond between 22 Wing and the City of North Bay was displayed once again as the wing rallied to support the Home Ownership Affordability Partnership (HOAP) project. Between January 30th and February 25th, 2012 approximately ten Construction Engineers participated in the complete renovation of a North Bay home, located on 500 Lakeshore Drive. The work benefitted a local family who could not afford to purchase the home without the ownership project. The driving force behind this initiative was through the Community Housing Action Group which coordinated 22 Wing’s involvement to this and other local community renovation projects. The project provided a win/win situation for everyone involved in this extremely important partnership. A local family was provided with a home in a fraction of the time it would normally take to complete and Canadian Forces Construction Engineering skilled and semi-skilled tradespersons were provided the rare opportunity to complete portions of their on the job training (OJT) in a manner that further strengthened the bond between Wing and community. Sergeant (Sgt) Warren James was the C o n s t r u c t i o n E n g i n e e r, o v e r s e e i n g the military personnel, helped with the renovation of the HOAP home. Sgt James described HOAP as “an excellent opportunity for our new Construction Engineer trades personnel to gain invaluable experience while displaying Rédigé par : Caporal chef Wayne Kennedy, a positive presence within the local Soutien apporté aux Affaires publiques community.” Photo par : Caporal Joseph Morin, These new Electricians, Plumbing and Technicien en imagerie Heating Technicians were responsible Une fois de plus, la 22e Escadre a démontré son for the construction of two bathrooms, all engagement continu envers la préservation du plumbing, minor electrical work, and other lien solide qui l’unit avec la ville de North Bay tasks including interior door installation en se ralliant au projet du Programme d’aide and trim work. “This renovation work has aux propriétaires de résidence (PAPR. not only helped to hone their technical skills, it has introduced them to project En effet, du 30 janvier au 25 février 2012, planning and scheduling, coordination environ dix membres du génie construction ont between trades and outside agencies, and participé à la rénovation complète d’une maison problem solving strategies,” said James. située au 500, promenade Lakeshore, à North Bay. Ces travaux ont été avantageux pour une “At the end of the day I believe everyone famille de North Bay qui ne pouvait acheter cette that is involved in HOAP can take pride résidence sans avoir recours au Programme in the fact that they have contributed in d’aide aux propriétaires. Le Community Housing a positive manner to the community of Action Group (groupe d’action communautaire North Bay.” pour l’accession à la propriété) a coordonné la C’est le Sergent Warren James, technicien du génie construction, qui a supervisé le personnel militaire participant à la rénovation de la résidence du HOAP. Il décrit ce programme comme « une excellente occasion offerte à nos nouveaux techniciens du génie construction d’acquérir de l’expérience tout en affichant une présence positive dans la communauté ». Ces nouveaux techniciens en électricité, en plomberie et en chauffage ont été chargés de construire deux salles de bain, d’effectuer tous les travaux de plomberie et des travaux mineurs en électricité en plus d’accomplir d’autres tâches, notamment l’installation de portes intérieures et des travaux de finition. « Grâce à ces travaux de rénovation, ils ont non seulement perfectionné leurs compétences techniques, mais ils ont aussi eu la chance de se familiariser avec la planification et l’échéancier d’un projet, la coordination entre les métiers et les organisations extérieures ainsi que les stratégies de résolution de problèmes », d’ajouter le Sgt James. « En fin de compte, je crois tous ceux qui ont participé au projet du HOAP peuvent être fiers de leur contribution positive à la communauté de North Bay ». Combining Passion with a Purpose Article by: Lieutenant Leah Pierce, Public Affairs The Laurentian Escarpment that shoulders North Bay is a beautiful site in the fall. Bold colours entice travelers to the area to hike among the rushing waters, rocks and trees that make up Duchesnay Falls. For a Toronto woman Saturday, November 19th, 2011 turned out to be a day filled with anxiety when a simple walk in the woods lead to a frantic call for help to the police by a friend. This is where volunteers from BAYSAR, including pilot Captain Stan French, came to the rescue. While nine North Bay Police conducted ground search and rescue, Capt French, a full time civilian Mental Health Nurse and a Reserve Nursing Officer with the Canadian Forces since 1989, piloted his Cessna 172 with a spotter and navigator lending air search and rescue skills. Roughly two hours after receiving the distress call, members of BAYSAR located the lightly clothed hiker and guided officers The Shield ~ Le Bouclier 22 Wing North Bay, Hornell Heights, ON P0H 1P0 Phone: 705-494-2011 (2822) Fax: 705-494-6261 Email: +22 Wg The Shield@forces.gc.ca Read The Shield/Le Bouclier online at www.cg.cfpsa.ca/cg-pc/northbay/en/ informationandfaq/newspapers/Pages/default.aspx The Shield/Le Bouclier, is the unofficial newspaper of 22 Wing North Bay, published monthly under the authority of the Wing Commander, Col C.R. Namiesniowski, in accordance with CFAO 57-5. Opinions and editorials expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Canadian Forces, the Wing Commander or Shield staff. Wing Commander: Col C.R. Namiesniowski Editor in Chief : Lt Leah Pierce, Public Affairs Officer Managing Editor: Mr. M. Giddens Graphics & Production: Mr. M. Giddens Distribution: Mrs. D. MacDonald Stan French flies his Cessna 172 over North Bay and surrounding area during a BAYSAR training exercise. Photo by: Corporal Joseph Morin, Imagery Technician to her location where she was found safe and in good health. French, who obtained his private pilot’s licence as an Air Cadet back in 1971, has been the president of BAYSAR since April 2011. “A friend suggested I volunteer with BAYSAR as a way to keep flying.” But it wasn’t just his passion for flying that lured him to air search and rescue, “BAYSAR has been instrumental in saving people’s lives.” Approximately sixteen volunteer members of BAYSAR cover 150 nautical miles around North Bay which has extended outside the boundary to include places like Sault Ste. Marie. When not on search and rescue missions French and crew conduct ground training and search and recovery missions. Turning 58 in May, what does French look forward to once retired? More time to volunteer with BAYSAR. To learn more about BAYSAR or how to become a volunteer visit baysar.net or call 705-497-2024 Efforts of the BAYSAR crew who located a lost Toronto woman were recognized by North Bay Police Services. (Left to right) Tom Wilson, Emil Jansen, Chief Paul Cook, and Captain Stan French. Photo by: Chris Charland 2 The Shield / le Bouclier Commander’s Corner Article by: Major Donald Saunders, Commanding Officer of 51 Aerospace Control & Warning (Operational Training) Squadron New Year – New Training Plans Arrive in 51 AC&W(OT) Sqn Chances are good that if you work at 22 Wing you have probably had some interaction with 51 Aerospace Control & Warning (Operational Training) Squadron. Perhaps you have taken a First Aid or Weapons Handling course. Or perhaps you have become a qualified operator for the Canadian Air Defence Sector. 51 AC&W (OT) Sqn has been very busy this year – and it has only just begun! So what is going on? Well, for every course we teach, there is an intricate system created (based on the Canadian Forces Individual Training & Education System - CFITES) so that instructors and students have the tools to teach and learn respectively. One of the most important facets of our courses is the Training Plan (TP) for each course, and the squadron has worked diligently over the entire month of January and even into early February to update our TPs. So, how does this get accomplished? It is certainly no easy feat and it involves not only our instructors here at 51 Sqn, but instructors from sister units, like Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Control Operations, as well as Training Development Officers. If you have seen a lot of visitors roaming the halls of the Sergeant David L. Pitcher Building lately, chances are they were participating in a TP Board. One of these visitors was Lt Robert Boyd, a Training and Development Officer (TDO) from 2 Canadian Air Division in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was here for three weeks supporting four TP Boards. Now, if that doesn’t quite compute, it’s because this is quite an amazing feat! Our members completed a huge project with the same intensity and professionalism that is devoted to all 51 Sqn ventures. TP Boards generally occur every five years in order to update processes and materials to keep courses current. They are comprised of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and a TDO. The goal of each board is to design a course that produces the best possible operator in the most effective and efficient manner. It was certainly clear to Lt Boyd that Tenax Propositi (tenacious of purpose) was not just a slogan at 51 Sqn, but something evident in the hard work of its members. In addition to the stated goal of updating the course content and material, this process had some significant second order effects. Most of the members of 51 Sqn who participated in the boards were doing so for the first time and it provided tremendous professional development opportunity for all involved. Indeed, I was amazed at the amount of professional development that occurred for our members after talking to people at the conclusion of the boards. Of particular note, Master Sergeant Tyler Hutchens (USAF) was very keen to participate and proved to be quite an asset on the TP Boards, becoming completely familiar with the CF education process and immersing himself in the entire experience. There is no doubt that he will be sought after for further boards that arise as new courses become formalized and 51 Sqn moves forward. The final stage in this process is to incorporate all of the changes from the TP Boards into the individual lesson plans. The 51 Sqn Staff has already begun this process and the end state will be better and more efficient courses. This has been a huge undertaking and the dedicated professionals in 51 Sqn have done a fantastic job! Tenax Propositi Rédigé par le Major Donald Saunders, commandant du 51e Escadron d’entraînement opérationnel de contrôle et d’alerte (Aérospatiale) Nouvelle année – Nouveaux plans d’instruction au 51 EEOCAA Il est fort probable que si vous travaillez à la 22e Escadre, vous avez déjà eu affaire avec le 51e Escadron d’entraînement opérationnel de contrôle et d’alerte (Aérospatiale). Peutêtre avez-vous suivi un cours de premiers soins ou de maniement d’armes? Ou peutêtre êtes-vous devenu un technicien qualifié dans le domaine de la défense aérienne du Canada? À vrai dire, le 51 EEOCAA a été très occupé cette année – et celle-ci vient tout juste de commencer! Que se passe-t-il? En bref, chacun des cours que nous donnons génère un système très complexe (fondé sur le Système de l’instruction individuelle et de l’éducation des Forces canadiennes – SIIEFC), ce qui fait que les instructeurs ont les outils qu’il faut pour enseigner, et les étudiants, ceux pour apprendre. Une des facettes les plus importantes de nos cours est le plan d’instruction (PLANIN) et l’escadron a travaillé avec diligence pendant tout le mois de janvier, et même au début de février, pour mettre à jour nos PLANIN. Alors, comment procède-ton pour accomplir une telle tâche? Ce n’est certainement pas une mince affaire, et elle ne touche pas seulement les instructeurs du 51 EEOCAA, mais aussi les instructeurs des unités affiliées, comme l’École des opérations de contrôle aérospatial des Forces canadiennes ainsi que les officiers du développement de l’instruction (ODI). Si vous avez vu dernièrement de nombreux visiteurs arpenter les couloirs de l’édifice Sergeant David L. Pitcher, il y a de fortes chances qu’il s’agissait de membres du comité PLANIN. Parmi ces derniers, il y avait le Lt Robert Boyd, ODI, de la 2e Division aérienne du Canada à Winnipeg, au Manitoba. Il a passé trois semaines ici, à l’appui de quatre comités PLANIN. Si cela vous semble insensé, c’est qu’il s’agit d’un formidable exploit! Nos membres ont accompli March / mars une tâche gigantesque avec la même ardeur et le même professionnalisme qu’ils consacrent à tous les projets du 51 EEOCAA. En général, les comités PLANIN sont convoqués tous les cinq ans afin d’actualiser les processus et le matériel didactique. Ces comités sont composés d’experts en la matière (EM) et d’un ODI. L’objectif de chacun des comités est de concevoir un cours qui sera utilisé pour former le meilleur opérateur possible, de la manière la plus efficace et efficiente possible. Il ne faisait aucun doute que pour le Lt Boyd, Tenax Propositi (courage et constance) était non seulement la devise du 51 EEOCAA, mais aussi l’évidence du travail acharné de ses membres. En plus de l’objectif d’actualisation du contenu et du matériel didactique du cours, ce processus a produit des effets de deuxième ordre assez importants. Comme la plupart des membres du 51 EEOCAA qui ont participé aux comités en étaient à leur première expérience, le fait de participer à ce comité leur a fourni une occasion exceptionnelle de perfectionnement professionnel. Effectivement, après avoir discuté avec les membres des comités, j’ai été étonné de constater tout le perfectionnement professionnel dont ils avaient profité. Fait à noter, le Master Sergeant Tyler Hutchens (USAF) tenait beaucoup à y participer et il s’est avéré un atout au sein des comités PLANIN en montrant une bonne connaissance du processus d’éducation des FC et en se donnant à fond dans l’expérience. Il ne fait aucun doute que nous rechercherons sa collaboration pour les prochains comités à mesure que le 51 EEOCAA ira de l’avant avec l’officialisation de nouveaux cours. L’étape finale de ce processus est l’intégration dans les plans de leçons de tous les changements établis aux comités PLANIN. Le personnel du 51 EEOCAA a déjà commencé l’intégration qui fera en sorte que les cours seront meilleurs qu’auparavant et réalisés avec une plus grande efficience. C’était une tâche colossale et les professionnels dévoués du 51 EEOCAA ont accompli un travail formidable! Tenax Propositi – Courage et constance Community Council Corner Article by: Major James Maunsell Wow!! What a Family Day! First, Mother Nature cooperated and gave us a beautiful sunny day and then team 22 Wing put it all together. Over 100 folks, big and small, came out and enjoyed themselves. The day started off at the “new” 22 Wing Sliding Hill over by the sports field where maple taffy was flowing and mugs of hot chocolate and marshmallows topped off by the rocking tunes of DJ Leo “PPB” Phillips. Then it was off to lunch where several members joined their families for hot dogs, chilli and fries all for a dollar. Next stop was the Wing Theatre where everyone settled in with free popcorn and a drink to watch ‘Happy Feet 2’. The day Major John Roper, Wing Telecommunications & Information Services Officer, and his three year-old daughter Maisie took advantage of the sun and great ice conditions at the 22 Wing Rink during Family Day held on Monday, February 20th, organized by the Community Council. Photo submitted by Lori Roper. Ethics Corner Good day Ethics Corner Readers! The months are rolling as fast as ever and March is already upon us. In an effort to have maximum participation, we are changing things a bit at the ethics corner. We will post two scenarios as usual, but we encourage you to send your short responses back (Alexandre.Lacasse@ forces.gc.ca) for a chance to be published in the following month’s editorial. On that note, lets get right to it. Scenario #1: One morning, while hard at work on a routine task, you have a spark of imagination and decide that this job can be done more efficiently. You start your work to improve said daily task, but keep it on the down low for now. When you have perfected your new process, you decide to present this to your supervisor, who quickly rebukes your idea with such comments as: “That would never work” and “If it’s not broke, don’t fix it”. A month later, to your surprise, an amended SOP is implemented and a modified version of your process is now law. Your supervisor goes on to win a quarterly award for his genius idea, and is applauded by his supervisors. When you confront him, he disavows knowledge of your idea and brushes you off. What should you do? Scenario #2: While shovelling your driveway, for the fiftieth time this winter, you see the neighbours having a fight. You play golf and hockey with your neighbour so you know that this happens quite often, and after a few drinks, he often jokes about “keeping his wife in line” and “teaching her a lesson”. Through the bay window of their house, you can see the fight developing and your friend’s wife throws some books in the direction of your buddy. Two minutes later, finished off with a free skate at the base rink with more hot chocolate and tunes. As always a day like this wouldn’t be a huge success without dedicated help from councillors and folks from 22 Wing. Thanks go out to Wing Telecommunications & Information Services for their wonderful sound system, to Supply for the heat, to Food Services for help with the refreshments and Wing Theatre Club for the movie. Last, but not least a huge thank you to my team of volunteers. Andrew, who coordinated food and venues, Simon for heavy lifting and the movie , and the triple D threat of Denise, Diane and Diane for helping everywhere. Finally, and most importantly, a big shout-out to Natalie Faubert and the work her rink team did on the ice - “smoothest anywhere in the city”. The rink will continue to be open till Mother Nature closes it so come out and skate. (There are even lights for an evening skate) Our next activities are supporting the MFRC’s Easter Egg Hunt and the May Garage Sale. A public service announcement for RHU (PMQ) residents: The waste management by-laws require you to keep your garbage in a container. There are two reasons for that: one - the crows; two -racoons and bears that will soon be out of hibernation. It’s in respecting our neighbours that we respect ourselves. In the meantime it’s getting close to posting season and the end of tenure for some councillors, so if you are interested in volunteering please contact a councillor or myself at the following: Email: james.maunsell@forces.gc.ca Phone 705-494-2011 ext 6490 she storms out of the house followed shortly by your friend screaming in fury “You’ll never see your children again you crazy woman”. Not wanting to get involved, you go back in your house and tell yourself that this is none of your business, and decide that you shouldn’t do anything. A few snowfalls later, you are at the mess with your neighbour and again after a few drinks, you half remember him bragging about “teaching her a lesson”. Should you forget again that this incident ever happened? Should you bring it up with your friend? Should you bring the issue higher? What would be the ethical thing to do? March / mars 3 The Shield / le Bouclier 2012 Logistics Branch Birthday Celebration Article by: Warrant Officer Stephen Ellis On Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 logisticians from 22 Wing gathered to celebrate the 44th birthday of the Logistics Branch. Wing Food Services coordinated a special Logistics Birthday lunch menu which resulted in a great turnout by wing personnel during the lunch hour. This was followed by presentations in the ROCC Lounge. The events started with a Birthday Prayer from Padre Steven White, Wing Chaplain. conclusion of the presentations MCpl Jean Pelletier organized pub games, consisting of pool, euchre and darts. The afternoon was a great opportunity for those who do so much for others, to take a break and reflect on the achievements of the Logistics Branch and enjoy the company of others who are “Second To None”. Servitium Nulli Secundus The Master of Ceremony for the event was the senior logistician (apparently by rank and not age), Major Leo Phillips, Wing Administration Officer, who welcomed everyone and shared some of the history of the branch including the words to the branch march past and the symbolism of the branch flag. Colonel (Col) Conrad Namiesniowski, 22 Wing Commander, and Lieutenant-Colonel Pascal Godbout, Wing Administration and Technical Services Officer, addressed the group, emphasizing the contribution and importance of logistics trades to operations. This theme was reiterated by Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Daniel Debrie, WATS CWO. Then, Col Namiesniowski was invited to cut the logistics birthday cake, (prepared by Master Corporal (MCpl) James McLaughlin and Private Sungjae Kang) for all to enjoy. With the 22 Wing Messes 2 rooms ARE available for rental to host your special occasions. The Blue Room is licensed for 275 people and Club 100 is licensed for 215. Catering is available through Wing Foods or, if you prefer, bring in your own caterer. Fees for the room rentals are: Without bar services $107.00 (GST included) With bar services $294.25 (GST included) For booking call: 22 Wing Mess manager at local 2250 Canadian Blood Donor Clinics Thu. Marchnd, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m Canadian Forces Personnel & Family Support Services Services de soutien au personnel et aux families des Forces canadiennes NIPISSING UNIVERSITY/ CHANCELLORS HOUSE RESIDENCE, ASSEMBLY ROOM 900 GORMANVILLE ROAD NORTH BAY. Please book an appointment today by calling 1 888 2 DONATE (1 888 236-6283) SHIELD SUBMISSION DEADLINE Submissions for the April issue of The Shield are due by: Mon, Mar 19th 19 rch Ma CFPFSS is always looking for employees. Did you know that CFPFSS treats all military dependants as internal candidates? So, if you are interested in working at the Kitchen, Messes, CANEX, or the Fitness & Wellness centre, please stop in and fill out an application and/or drop off a résumé at any of these locations or the NPF Human Resources Office in the Headquarters Building, Room 307H. When applying please indicate that you are a military dependant. We are committed to employment equity. 4 The Shield / le Bouclier The Fit File 22 WG ROCC Runners The 22 Wing ROCC Runners are planning on attending the Air Force Run at the end of May 2012. Training commences the 5 Mar 12, and we will train for 12 weeks. If you are interested in becoming a member of the 22 Wing ROCC Runners, please send your name to Tim Morris, Fitness Coordinator. Training program will be provided for Novice/ Intermediate levels. Sunday mornings will be team runs. If you are interested in running a local run there is one in Jun 2012 which is Patrick for Life here in North Bay. Helpful Tip! Weather you consider yourself a runner, a walker or a non exerciser, we all get from point A to point B by foot. So if you consider the fact that walking accounts for the majority of your daily physical activity, regardless of your fitness habits, the questions of when to get new shoes and what shoes to get are important. And with spring in the air, the urge to put a little extra spring into your step, I’m sure, has brought you to thinking whether or not its time for a new pair of sneakers! 1. Go straight to the experts at a running specialty store. Plan on spending some time there because the salesperson should ask you lots of questions and have several running shoe options for you to try out. 2. Make sure the salesperson looks at the shape and arch to figure out what type of foot you have. Determining your foot type is key to making sure you get the right running shoes. The salesperson should also measure your foot. Your running shoes should be 1/2 to a full size bigger than your regular shoe size because your feet will swell when you run and you need plenty of room in the toebox. If your toes are crammed in the front of the running shoe, you could develop bruised or black toenails. 3. Have the salesperson do a running analysis for you. Salesperson will watch you run in the running shoes, either outside or on treadmill, and determine your running style. Salesperson will observe whether you’re overpronating (your foot rolls inward) or supinating (your foot rolls outward) when your foot strikes the ground. 4. Give the salesperson information that will help him/her with his/her running shoe recommendations. Salesperson should be asking you questions about what type of running you do, how often you run, where you typically run, and what type of surfaces you run on. It is almost that time of the year again to start thinking about that next race. This year we are very fortunate to have two half marathons at the end of our training. As many of you already know the Air Force run is on the same date as the national capital race in Ottawa on the 27th of May. This year however is a little different because we have been approved airlift to Winnipeg for our Military members. The AF half is known to be a very flat route and includes our historic 17 Wing Winnipeg. This half-marathon has been officially recognized by the Manitoba Runners’ Association as one of their Grand Prix events. The future vision for this race is that it will eventually look like the army run in Ottawa. For more information regarding this race you can visit the official website set to be launched in the next couple of weeks. I am still waiting confirmation on numbers approved for airlift but I’m working with approximately 20 of our military members. I am also confirming if we can get barracks. More to follow on that end. For the Ottawa half, I would encourage you to sign up now if you are confident that that Through the Managing Angry Moments program you will learn skills and strategies to help reduce anxiety and stress, improve physical, mental and spiritual wellness, and strengthen relationships. Managing Angry Moments is neither a counselling nor a treatment program. Through education, it aims to help you identify the specific situations that provoke your anger and determine coping mechanisms that will work for you. MAM is structured as a series of seven 2.5hour workshops which will be held in room 100 (HQ / BLD 7a). The course will be held every Wednesday at 0900 – 1130 hrs, beginning on May 2nd and running through until June 13th. For more Information – Contact Sandra Harkness ext. 2350, Trevor Monahan ext. 2612, Lucas DeMarco ext. 2457. 6. Test your running shoes by running in them for a week. If you quickly develop blisters or foot pain, they may not be the right shoes for you. Many specialty running stores have liberal exchange policies and allow you to return running shoes even if you’ve been running in them for a week or more. Take them back and exchange them for another recommended pair of running shoes. 7. After you’ve found your perfect running shoes, you don’t have to keep going back to the specialty running shop. You’ll need to replace your shoes every 300-400 miles. If you want to save some money, you may be able to find your running shoes online for less money. Search sites such as runbargains. com or Overstock.com for your make and model. And pray that the shoe manufacturer doesn’t discontinue your running shoe! Picture Your World Without Cancer Tips: 1. If you’re already a runner, bring your current running shoes with you to the store. The salesperson can look at the wear on the bottom of your running shoes to get some more insight into your running style. 3. If you use orthotics or custom-fit insoles, bring them with you to try on your running shoes. You need running shoes that are roomy enough to accommodate your insoles. Good Afternoon 22 Wing Runners: Coming in May… Managing Angry Moments Workshop! 5. Run in the running shoes that the salesperson recommends for you. (Make sure you’re dressed to run when you’re shopping!) Simply trying on the shoes and walking a few steps inside the store is not enough. Run in each pair of shoes to test for fit, function, and comfort before making your final decision. 2. Make sure the salesperson measures your foot while you’re standing up. On Thursday, January 19th, one of the coldest mornings and lead by the Fitness Staff, members of Wing Construction Engineering snow shoed as part of their regular unit physical training activity. Snow shoeing can be a great aerobic activity during the winter months - just check out the smiles. March / mars 4. Don’t pick running shoes based on the colors or style. Just because they look cute doesn’t mean they’ll be the best running shoe for you! On Thursday, February 16th Lieutenant-Colonel Pascal Godbout, Wing Administration & Technical Services Officer, addressed members of the community and the media at the Northgate Shopping Centre during the media launch of the 12th Annual Relay For Life. Article/photos by: Lt Leah Pierce, Public Affairs Lieutenant-Colonel Pascal Godbout, Wing Administration & Technical Services Officer, officially invited the community to 22 Wing for the 12th Annual Relay For Life event in North Bay during the media launch held on Thursday, February 16th in front of Scotiabank at the Northgate Shopping Centre. This year’s Relay Once you have the right running shoes, just get out and enjoy the spring air. Oh by the way watch out for the puddles or pot holes. For Life will take place Friday, June 22nd and Saturday, June 23rd at the 22 Wing Athletic Field. This year’s theme is ‘Picture Your World Without Cancer’ and organizers hope that this will be the best relay ever! is the race you want to do because it is already 65 % sold out. The half marathon in Ottawa features a fast, scenic route with few elevation changes and travels through some of Ottawa’s most vibrant neighbourhoods and popular landmarks. A unique course that travels through two Canadian provinces. “Cancer affects us all,” said Godbout. “And although health and physical fitness are concepts interwoven into the very fabric of the Canadian military culture I have personally witnessed how cancer can silently strike even the healthiest. I have stood by, powerless, as members of our defence team, their spouses, and even their children have fought with every fibre of their being to win their battle against a relentless foe. I have been fortunate in recent years to witness the daughter of a good friend reach the dawn, the breakthrough that is experienced when I am please to announce that Mr Tim Morris as once again agreed to be our clinic instructor. Thank you Tim for your patience, time and dedication to our group, it is greatly appreciated. Tim will soon be sending out a email for our first meeting to discuss our training plan. The plan will be suitable for anyone that currently able to run a 5 km. The purpose of this training plan is to help you master the half-marathon distance. Think of the plan as a series of enjoyable training runs that get progressively longer and are then repeated a number of times until you feel comfortable with the half marathon distance. The plan uses the 10% rules as its basis for increases in the weekly distance. We will start training middle of February and will meet early February for our first meeting. Feel free to join us even if you are not interested in signing up for a half but would love to have some company on those long runs. Please submit your names to Tim Morris if you are interest in joining the ROCC runners by 3rd of February. http://www.runottawa.ca/races/register Marriage Preparation Course A Marriage Preparation Course is being provided by the 22 Wing Chapel on the weekend of 27-29 April 2012. The course is required for couples who are married in a CF Chapel or by a CF Chaplain. The April course is for those whose weddings are this summer and fall. Another course will be scheduled for Fall 2012. There is no cost to defence team members and their partners for this course. Anyone wanting to be married in the 22 Wing Chapel this summer or fall should be speaking to one of the Chaplains now. For more information please contact Padre Steve White (6096) for weddings in the Roman Catholic Chapel, or Padre Grant Churcher (2160) for weddings in the Protestant Chapel. someone lives in ‘a world without cancer.’” Since 2001, this premier fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society has raised a little over 2.5 million dollars. Are we making a difference? In 1940 the cancer survival rate was 25%, that figure has almost tripled to 62%. Major Donald Saunders, Commanding Officer of 51 Aerospace Control & Warning (Operational Training) Squadron, will chair the Logistics Committee along with Major John Roper, Wing Telecommunications & Information Services Officer. With a dozen volunteers from the 22 Wing defence team the committee will, once again, be responsible for providing North Bay and the surrounding community with a safe and enjoyable place to relay. The Relay For Life event in North Bay attracts, on average, 2,000 ‘relayers’ and volunteers annually to raise money for the fight against cancer. It is the Canadian Cancer Society’s signature event which gives the community an opportunity to join together to remember those we have lost to cancer, to celebrate with those individuals and their families who are surviving the disease and fight back against cancer through prevention, screening and research. Cours de préparation au mariage Un cours de préparation au mariage sera offert par la chapelle de la 22ième Escadre lors de la fin de semaine du 27 au 29 avril, 2012. Ce cours est obligatoire pour les couples désirant se marier dans une chapelle des Forces Canadiennes ou par un aumônier des FC. Ce cours en avril sera offert pour les couples voulant être mariés cet été ou cet automne. Un autre cours sera offert en automne 2012. Il n’y a aucun coût pour ce cours si les participants et participantes sont des membres militaires et conjoints (es) militaires. Toute personne désirant être mariée cet été ou cet automne à la chapelle de la 22ième Escadre devra rencontrer le plus tôt possible un des aumôniers. Pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez communiquer soit avec le Padre Steve White au poste 6096 pour des noces à la chapelle catholique, ou le Padre Grant Churcher au poste 2160 pour des noces à la chapelle protestante. Personnel Support Programs Serving Those Who Serve Sports News www.cfcommunitygateway.com www.portailcommunautaireFC.ca Fitness, Sports, Recreation, Aquatics and Health Promotion 22 Wing Men’s Basketball Team The team is playing in the North Bay Basketball League and doing extremely well, currently sitting in fifth position in the Nipissing league. by Pierre Simard Coached by Cpl James Sceviour, the team is preparing for the up-coming Ontario Region Basketball Championship, to be held at CFB Petawawa from 4-8 March 2012. opportunities to be part of the CISM program. Curling Team Our 22 Wing Curling team competed at the Ontario Region Curling Championships at CFB Kingston from 22-25 January 2012. The team finished 6th overall. 8 Wing Trenton was declared Ontario Region Curling Champion. 22 Wing North Bay team members were Sgt Tony Enman, Lt Jeffrey Robert, Cpl Roland Landry, MS Woody Reid, and MWO Robert Gray. Well done to our curlers for representing 22 Wing North Bay. 22 Wing Men’s Volleyball Team Both teams are preparing for the Ontario Region Volleyball Championships, to be held at CFB Petawawa from 25-28 March 2012. While other commitments are making it difficult for each team to have full rosters, hopes are that both teams will remain competitive. Base Teams Indoor Soccer In preparation for the 2012 Indoor Soccer season, all 22 Wing military soccer players interested in participating with the 22 Wing Base Soccer Team, are asked to call Sgt Dickingson at ext 3633. Team will practice every Monday and Wednesday at the Fitness & Wellness Centre from 1600-1730hrs. Old-Timer Hockey The 22 Wing Old-Timer Hockey Team continues to play in City League, but unfortunately could not ice a team for the Ontario Region Old Timer Hockey Championship. Sgt Leighton from WTIS was drafted from CFB Borden and participated. 8 Wing Trenton was declared the champion and will be competing at the CF National event in Esquimalt, BC from 24-30 Mar 2012. 22 Wing - Curling Funspiel 22 Wing North Bay will hold the 2012 Curling Funspiel Challenge Cup on Thursday, 22 March at the North Bay Granite Club. All units/sections are asked to participate in this fun event. This will be an all day event and there will be a snack provided at lunch time for all players. Get your team together, get you leg muscles at work and let’s have some fun. Anyone needing more information or wanting to register their teams, are asked to contact the Sports Coordinator, Pierre Simard at ext 2240. Mon 19 March (1500hrs) (Semi), 3rd vs 2nd,Pete Palangio Wed 21 March (1500hrs) (Semi), 2nd vs 3rd, Memorial CF Sports Awards The 22 Wing / CFB North Bay Intersection Curling Final was held at the North Bay Granite Club on Tuesday, February 14th, 2012. The season began on October 18th, 2011 and proceeded with twelve games played every Tuesday between four teams, WTIS, CE #1, CE #2, and Health/WATS. We are looking for nominations for the 2011 Year for the CF Sports Awards..... Throughout the season CE #1 was the top team with an impressive record 6 wins and 3 losses following with WTIS with 4 wins and 5 losses. As the season progressed we saw lots of wins from the CE #2 which eventually finished the season with the same record of WTIS (4 wins and 5 losses), however the win against ration between both teams favored WTIS. Health/WATS team also had a great season filling a competitive team every week but ended the season with 3 wins and 6 losses. In the playoffs, CE #2 proved their worth in their game against Health/WATS team and won the consolation final. Much enthusiasm and good spirit were observed as we saw WTIS face off with CE #1 for the big final. Throughout the game WTIS was in the lead and nearing the closing stages it looked as though CE might have a chance to catch up, but in the end WTIS were victorious and received the Playoff trophy while CE receive the League trophy. Thank you to all of the participants and the team reps (MCpl Cabana, Mr Terry Fortin, Mrs Nancy Lawson, MS Reid, and Sgt Enman) who took part in this seasons Intersection Curling! CF Running National Championship All CF members who wish to participate in this year CF National Running Championship must provide the Base Sports Coordinator an official race result of the race distance (5k, 10k, ½ or full marathon) they wish to compete in at this year’s event. That result must demonstrate that the member has: Mon 26 March (1500hrs) Final: Pete Palangio Wed 28 March (1500hrs) Final: Memorial CISM Soccer Pte Ward recently participated with the Canadian Forces CISM Soccer Team at a CISM Training Camp in the republic of Suriname, South America from 3-12 Feb 2012. Pte Ward enjoyed the experience of this training camp and looks forward to any future a. met the qualifying times for their respective gender and age category and race distance he or she wishes to compete in as per chap 13 of the CF National Sports Rulebook, and; 21 Squadron Ice Fishing Day / Journée de pêche sur glace du 21 ème Escadron Mother Nature showed her kinder side for the first annual 21 Squadron Ice Fishing Day on Saturday 18 February. Under sunny skies and milder temperature for most of the day, members of 21 Squadron and their families gathered on Lake Nipissing in Callander Bay to partake in this winter activity. For many participants this was not only their first ice-fishing experience, but also a succesful one as well, with a few of the younger ones catching their first fish ever. The overall loot included pike, walleye and perch, and while none of them could be considered a trophy, they nonetheless added some excitement to the day. For the somewhat less serious anglers, it was all about enjoying a cup of hot chocolate while lounging in the sun and sharing some quality time in good company. All in all a very good day to be out on the ice, and an experience to be repeated next year! Intersection Curling This year’s Ottawa Race Weekend is being held in Ottawa, ON. from 25-27 May 2012. Our annual CF National Running Championship is being held in conjunction and in partnership with the Ottawa race weekend but the awards and registrations are dealt with separately. Intersection Hockey up-coming games membres du 21 ème Escadron et les membres de leur famille se sont réunis pour une journée de pêche en groupe sur le lac Nipissing dans la baie de Callander. Pour plusieurs participants cette première expérience s’est avérée fructueuse, car certains d’entre eux ont attrappé leur premier poisson. Le groupe a attrappé des brochets, des dorés et des perchaudes, et bien que les poissons n’étaient pas énormes, ces prises ont néanmoins contribué à rendre la journée excitante. Les pêcheurs moins sérieux ont profité de l’occasion pour relaxer au soleil en savourant un chocolat chaud en bonne compagnie. En bref, une belle journée sur la glace et une expérience qui sera répétée l’hiver prochain! Le beau temps était au rendez-vous pour la première édition de la journée de pêche sur glace du 21 ème Escadron. Sous un ciel ensoleillé et une température douce, les On Saturday, February 18th members of 21 Aerospace Control & Warning Squadron enjoyed a family day of ice fishing on Lake Nipissing. Mason and Logan Farrell enjoy a snack on the ice while mom, Corporal Melissa Farrell, Clerk, and Major Jean Jobin, Deputy Commanding Officer of 21 AC&W Sqn look on. Photo by Chief Warrant Officer Daniel Pilon, 21 AC&W Sqn Chief Warrant Officer. programmes de soutien du personnel Servant ceux qui servent b. all runners must hand in an official qualifying time that meets the requirements for the distance that they wish to run at the 2012 CF National Running Championships. c. It is critical that those CF members selected to compete at the 2012 CF National Running Championships, do not register directly with the Ottawa race weekend on line or in person. All interested 22 Wing North Bay personnel are asked to contact the Sports Coordinator, Pierre Simard, NLT 26 Mar 2012 at ext 2240. The CF Sports Awards Ceremony is scheduled to take place in November in Ottawa Nominations for all CF Sports Awards must be received by the 22 Wing North Bay Fitness and Wellness Centre, Sports Coordinator, NLT 30 Mar 2012. Nominations will be accepted for 22 Wing North Bay for the sporting accomplishment for the Calendar year 2011 in the following categories: -Female Athlete of the Year -Male Athlete of the Year -Official of the Year -Male Coach of the Year -Female Coach of the Year -Team of the Year (Individual and Team) Addressees are advised that submissions must be complete, clear and concise. Incomplete submissions will be returned. Awards will be considered for 2011 sports achievements only. Contact the Sports Coordinator for more info Aquatic News The Winter Swim Session is coming to a close at the end of March. There are no lessons scheduled Monday March 12-Sunday March 18. The Spring Swim Session registration for Military is March 26. General registration will commence April 2. Below is the March Break swim schedule: Monday March 12: Lane Swim 11:30-12:45 Public Swim 6:30-8:00 PM Adult Swim 8:00-9:00 PM Tuesday March 13: Lane Swim 11:30-12:45 PM Public Swim 2:00-3:30 PM Wednesday March 14: Lane Swim 11:30-12:45 PM Public Swim 6:30-8:00 PM Adult Swim 8:00-9:00 PM Thursday March 13: Lane Swim 11:30-12:45 PM Public Swim 2:00-3:30 PM Friday March 14: Lane Swim 11:30-12:45 Public Swim 6:30-8:00 PM Adult Swim 8:00-9:00 PM Saturday March 15: Adult Swim: 2:00-3:00 PM Public Swim 3:00-4:30 PM & 6:00-7:30 PM Sunday March 16: Adult Swim: 2:00-3:00 PM Public Swim: 3:00-5:00 PM If you have any questions related to our Aquatics Programs, call Samantha Stauffer at 494-2011 #2611 or Pierre Simard at #2240. 6 Military Family Resource Centre / Centre de Ressources pour les Familles des Militaires Please note, all MFRC programs are offered to CF/USAF members, reservists and their families and 22 Wing civilian employees Pour des renseignements en français au sujet de nos programmes, composez le (705) 494-2011 poste 2053 MFRC Contact List Personnes Contact au CRFM Carolyn Lee-Guy: Executive Director/ Directrice Générale, ext/poste 2057 Louise MacDonell: Business Administrator/ Gestionnaire des affaires Employment, Education & Second Language Coordinator/ Coordonnatrice des services d’aide en emploi, éducation et langue seconde, ext/poste 2073 Coffee Connections Coffee Connections is a great opportunity to have a social break, foster new friendships, and learn about our community, upcoming events and programs and services offered at the MFRC. We usually meet every Monday morning at the Chapel Annex from 9:30am11:30am. Free Childcare is available upon request. March Coffee Connections Schedule Suzette Boothby: Family Separation and Reunion Monday 5: Shoeing Base Trails / Coordonnatrice de soutien à la séparation et à 9:30-11:30am la réunion des familles, ext/poste 2056 Monday 12 Linda Pyke: Prevention, Support/Prévention NO COFFEE CONNECTIONS March Break e t so u ti e n , Eme rg e n cy C h i l d C a re Coordinator/Coordonnatrice des services Monday 19: Crafts 9:30am-11:30am urgents de garde, ext/poste 2026 Sherri Adams : Youth and Teen Coordinator/ Monday 26: Coffee Morning at Twiggs Coordonnatrice des programmes pour 9:30am-12:00pm jeunesse et adolescence, ext/poste 2645/2053 For information or to register please call Donat Roussy: Information Management/ Natalie Wiseman at the MFRC ext 2053 Gestion de l’information, Youth and Teen Ladies Night Out Programs/Programmes pour jeunesse et adolescence, ext/poste 2645/2053 Ladies Night Out is a great occasion to treat Diane Sarrazin-Dubeau: Child Care and Parenting Support Coordinator/ Coordonnatrice de services de garde et soutien au rôle parental, Garderie/Little Wings Child Care Centre, ext/poste 2060/2668 yourself to a night out. Once a month we meet at a local restaurant, theatre or community event of interest. This event is open to all Military spouses and members. Military spouses and members. Our Next Evening out will be at Pamela Lennips: Volunteer Services East Side Mario’s, March 22, 2012 at 6:00pm. and Community Integration Coordinator/ For information or to register for these groups Coordonnatrice du programme pour bénévoles please call Natalie Wiseman at the MFRC et intégration communautaire, ext/poste 2066 705-494-2011 ext 2053. Natalie Wiseman: Administrative and Facebook Program Assistant/Adjointe administrative et assistance au programme, ext/poste 2053 The MFRC has “Facebook” Check out our Dayna Cutter : Program Assistant / facebook page for upcoming events and Assistance au programme, ext/poste 2916 dates for Coffee Connections and Ladies Night Out! @ North Bay MFRC Connections. Mark Hurley: MFRC Family Liaison Officer/ Officier de liaison avec les familles du CRFM 22 Wing North Bay ext/poste 2579 Easter Egg Hunt Support Our Troops Fundraiser “Spring Fashion Show” Kids ages 12 and under are invited to join the Easter Bunny in all the fun! Proceeds to the North Bay Military Family Saturday March 31st, 2012, 12:00-2:00pm 19 Market St. Community Centre Resource Centre. Youth and Teen Programs/ Programmes pour jeunesse et adolescence Two golden eggs with bigger prizes hidden inside! Sponsored 2 for each age group, 0-5 and 6-12 years by your local Free hot chocolate and cookies for the kids! Wa l m a r t w i t h Plus, join us at the Wing Theatre for a free fashions for men, women and youth. movie at 2pm. Don’t forget to sign up at the Sunday, April 22nd MFRC before March 23rd! 12:30pm: Mini trade show with vendors Open to all 22 Wing Community Family (we accept cash or cheques) Dependants ages 0-12 1 to 3 pm Fashion Show Child must be present to collect eggs AYR MESS (Blue Room) Sponsored by the MFRC, Community 17 Duxford Road, CFB North Bay Council, CANEX and Wing Theatre Club $5.00 per person. Tickets on sale at the North Bay Military Family Resource Centre 39 Sterling Avenue, Hornell Heights. Last day to purchase tickets is Friday, April 13th For info, call 705-494-2011 ext 2053 For more info on MFRC Programs and Services, check us out on the web @ www.familyforce.ca TEEN CENTRE DRAGONS CALENDAR March 2012 CYBERBULLYING AND INTERNET SAFETY PRESENTATION BY OPP CONSTABLE SEAN FOUGÉRE FOR CHILDREN AGES 10 AND OLDER SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 2012 1:00 PM TO 2:30 PM AT CLUB 100 FREE OF CHARGE REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED PLEASE REGISTER AT THE MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE AT 705-4942011 EXT 2053 BY FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2012 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT LINDA AT EXT 2026 The MFRC ‘Humorously’ Presents: The DVD Collection “The Joy of Stress” by Loretta Laroche Today, nothing is certain except stress and taxes! Believe it or not, stress can be a positive experience. These DVD presentations feature humorist and stressmanagement specialist, Loretta Laroche, on how to combat stressful situations with humor, wisdom, and patience. When? Thu, March 22 featuring “The Joy of Stress”(56 minutes), starting at 6:30 pm Thu, March 29 featuring “How Serious is This?”(75 minutes), starting at 6:30 pm Thu, April 5 featuring “Humour Your Stress”(60 minutes), starting at 6:30 pm Where? Base Theatre. Free admission. Concession stand will be open during these times, thanks to the volunteers of 22 Wing Movie Club TO PARTICIPATE IN THESE SESSIONS, PLEASE RESERVE A SEAT BY CALLING THE MFRC: LINDA AT EXT 2026 OR SUZETTE AT EXT 2056 Board of Directors North Bay MFRC Chair: Chris Charland Vice-Chair: Melissa Rothwell Treasurer: Anne Versteeg Secretary: Kristin Wood Members-at-Large: MWO Moira McKenzie, Pte. Jodi Bradley, Melanie Johnson, Nancy Rosales Past Chair: Sherry Ann St. Denis Ex-Officio: Major Leo Phillips - Wing Rep, Carolyn Lee-Guy: MFRC Executive Director, Diane Sarrazin-Dubeau - LWCC Supervisor Thu 1: Fitness Night, 6-10pm Fri 2: Fondue Night, 6pm-12am Sat 3: Drop-in, 6-11pm Wed 7: Home work Club, 6-10pm Thu 8: Fitness Night, 6-10pm Fri 9: Game Night, 6pm-10pm Sat 10: Night Hawk, 6pm-12am Sun 11: Night Hawk, 12am-8am Mon 12: Teen Centre Closed March Break Tue 13: Bake Day, 12pm-4pm March Break Wed 14: Drop-in, 1pm-4pm Bowling Night, 6pm-10pm March Break Thu 15: Drop-in, 1pm-4pm Cooking Night, 6-10pm March Break Fri 16: Drop-in, 1pm-4pm Milkshakes,6-10pm March Break Sat 17: Teen Council Appreciation Cottage Overnighter, Depart 2pm Sun 18: Cottage, Return 2pm Wed 21: Home work Club, 6-10pm Thu 22: Fitness Night, 6-10pm Fri 23: Movie Night, 6pm-12am Sat 24: Teen Easter Dinner, 6-11pm Wed 28: Home work Club, 6-10pm Thu 29: Fitness Night, 6-10pm Fri 30: Origami Night, 6pm-10pm Sat 31: Drop-in, 6-11pm Volunteer Services “All that we send into the lives of others comes back into our own” –Anonymous-The months of January and February just flew by and we had lots of volunteers out for our events. I would like to thank all our diligent, hard working Busy Bees for their time and dedication to helping out the MFRC over the past month. We received your assistance with the Board of Directors, CF Appreciation Hockey Game, Welcome Packages, Fun Factory, Youth Corner, Welcome Kits, Coffee Connections Child Care and Ink Cartridge Recycling. If you are interested in volunteering at the MFRC please call me, Pamela Lennips at 705-494-2011 ext 2066 and get signed up. Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities * 22 Wing Children’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt March 31, 2012 * “Support Our Troops” Fashion Show Fundraiser April 22, 2012 March / mars Employment & Education Services Louise MacDonell Employment/Education Assistance Coordinator ext. 2073, Louise.MacDonell@forces.gc.ca What’s New? Three new French language resources to assist you with résumé and cover letter writing…visit our Employment Resource Library for more titles. « Réussir son CV et sa lettre de candidature” – S. de la Blanchardière & O. Bonnin-Kerjean « 100 CV et Lettres de Motivation » spécial Jeunes Diplômés – C. Fontaine, S. Salti & E. Thivard « Le Guide du CV et de la lettre de motivation » - Dominique Perez The following resources are available at the MFRC to assist you in your job search: • Assistance with résumé and cover letter writing • Employment Resource Library • Job postings bulletin board • Local Labour Market Information & Trends • Computers with high-speed Internet • Photocopier and fax machine • Referrals to employment resource agencies in the community • Info on starting and funding your own business • Information on free local job readiness training: workshops, practice firms, etc. • Accreditation The following resources are also available at the MFRC to assist you in your career planning: • Second Language Training: French & English – classroom & on-line • Ontario college and university course calendars, including RMC • Distance and online education opportunities • Info on funding your education • Info on First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Smart Serve courses • Info on National Occupation Classification For more information or to arrange an appointment, please contact Louise MacDonell. Visit our website at www.familyforce.ca to find out the latest in free employment, training or education opportunities available to you in the North Bay community or the MFRC Face Book for upcoming job fairs or job postings. Second Language Training On-line Instruction - Rosetta Stone method. A new semester will begin in April. We currently have a waiting list. Dependents interested in 7 The Shield / le Bouclier Youth Corner registering for on-line instruction should submit their name and email address to: Louise. MacDonell@forces.gc.ca . Once a spot opens up, they will be contacted directly by the Online Language Training Administrator in Ottawa who will activate their accounts. Youth Corner is a fun-filled program for youth between the ages of 9-12 years. We meet every Tuesday evening from 6-8pm, at Job Posting the Community Centre, 19 Market St., from 6-8pm. The cost per session is $15.00 or We are currently seeking supply staff for our $2.00 drop-in fee. child care centre. Individuals must possess a On-line language training is for civilian CF current vulnerability reference check, updated family members, who are unable to attend Fun Factory immunization records and enjoy working in a class-led learning due to the time classes are offered, or who require language training Fun Factory is designed to support children progressive, busy working environment. at a level not offered locally. All participants in their social development and allow kids Please forward mail, email or fax your resume to: must possess a valid email address and the to just have fun! We meet every Saturday ability to self-guide and self-pace in an on-line morning from 10am–12pm at the Community Diane Sarrazin-Dubeau, Child Care and environment. Participants must also be able to Centre19 Market St. The cost per session is Parent Support Coordinator, Little Wings Child Care Centre, 19 Market Street, Hornell adjust computer settings and install/download $15.00 or $2.00 drop-in fee. Heights, ON P0H 1P0 plug-ins and software applications. For those whose computers do not have speakers, There is always a lot to do! Fax: 705-494-2182 headphones can be signed out at the MFRC. For more information on this or other MFRC Email: Diane.Sarrazin-Dubeau@forces.gc.ca Classroom Instruction: If you would like to Youth Programs please contact Sherri Adams place your name on a waiting list for September at 705-494-2011 ext 2645. March Break Parent 2012, please contact Louise MacDonell. CPR/First Aid/AED Courses Space permitting, courses are available through 22 Wing for dependents 18 years of age and older; however, military members are the priority. Courses are held on a monthly basis and a schedule is posted at the MFRC next to the Job Bank Bulletin board. Courses include 2 full days of CPR/First Aid training - the AED – defibrillator course is an additional half day. There is no charge for the course. If you are interested please contact Louise MacDonell. Prevention, Support and Intervention Services Tot Playgroup Our Early Childhood Educator, Miss Cathy has planned a curriculum which includes sing songs, crafts and much more. Cost is $2 per For CF and USAF Members child to cover the cost of snack. We are now and their Families meeting once a week in the Chapel Playroom. Prevention, Support and Intervention is a Hope to see you there! service designed to enhance the social and Wednesday, Feb 29th: 0930-1130 emotional well-being of CF families. It’s Wednesday, March 7th: No Program confidential and it’s free! We are able to Wednesday, March 14th: No Program assist our families by providing the following: Wednesday, March 21st: 0930-1130 Continuing Education Wednesday, March 28th:0930-1130 A variety of local and distance education • Education and Prevention School March Break (March 12–16) course calendars are available at the MFRC. • Short-Term Intervention and Crisis Support We are now reserving spaces for the These include Athabasca University, the University of Manitoba (which has a Military • Assessment and Referral upcoming March Break. If you perceive a Support Office), RMC distance education, For information and/or assistance with any need for child care during this time, please Téluq, Canadore College, Contact North/ of the above areas, please contact: contact the centre soon. Spaces are limited. Contact Nord, as well as all Ontario college Linda Pyke (PSI Coordinator) ext 2026 course calendars. NEW!! Family Info Line: Linda.pyke@forces.gc.ca Additional Information available on: 1-800-866-4546 - Obtaining high school credits: night classes and on-line - GED – General Education Diploma - Literacy Training: reading, writing, spelling computers, math - Accreditation Free Short Term Confidential Counselling Member Assistance Program provides free, confidential short term counselling for CF and USAF members and their families. To obtain this service, please call 1-800-268-7708, 24 Note: These community services are available hours a day, 365 days a year. www.forces. in both English and French. gc.ca/assistance The Mission Information Line has changed to the “Family Information Line”, your 24hour toll-free, dynamic, full-service program that offers information, support and referral services to all CF families. Should an emergency arise during the absence of your military family member, please contact the personnel at the Family Information Line. 8 The Shield / le Bouclier Honours and Awards A Homecoming for the SAGE Console Article by: Bethany Aitchison, Acting Curator for the Canadian Museum of Aerospace Defence Photo by: Corporal Robert Ouellette, Image Technician On Wednesday, February 15th the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence unveiled, perhaps, the most important artifact in its On January 20th, Major General Alain Parent, 1 On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski collection to the local media, a Semi-Automatic Canadian Air Defence Commander and Colonel and CWO Germain presented Corporal Cory Ground Environment (SAGE) FSQ-7 console Conrad Namiesniowski, Wing Commander, Fagan with the 22 Wing Service Person of from the Underground Complex (UGC). On loan from the Canada Science and Technology the Year, Category 1. promoted Sean Boyle to Colonel. Museum in Ottawa, the SAGE console has been in North Bay since November, making its first appearance at the 60th Anniversary Tribute Concert at the Capitol Centre. On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski and CWO Germain presented Corporal James R. Sceviour with the 22 Wing Service Person of the Quarter Category 1. On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski and CWO Germain presented Lieutenant Alexandre Lacasse with the Squadron 22 Wing Service Person of the Quarter Category 3 March / mars On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski and CWO Germain presented Master Corporal Sebastian Binczak with the 22 Wing Service Person of the Year, Category 2 The SAGE was the original computer system used in the UGC. The mainframe consisted of two monstrous peripherals, with a size comparable to approximately twelve houses. The piece acquired by the museum is a console, the screen used by technicians to track and identify aircraft and, if necessary, guide interceptors to their location. North Bay’s UGC was the only Canadian SAGE location and the console is thus exceedingly valuable to our museum’s story. It is for these reasons that Dr David Pantalony, Curator of Physical Sciences and Medicine at the Canada Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa, said that “it is therefore a great pleasure for us to see this console return to Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence, its rightful place”. On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski and CWO Germain presented Captain Olivier J. Joining the media event were Major (Maj) Lefrancois with the 22 Wing Service Person James Maunsell, 22 Wing Operations Officer of the Year, Category 3 and Warrant Officer (WO) Chipman Kean, 22 Wing Band Director, two of the very few remaining serving members who worked on the SAGE. WO Kean expressed that the SAGE console was the “missing link” in the museum’s history of air defence and that he is very pleased to have it displayed here. Maj Maunsell even brought an artifact of his own; a small sheet of clear plastic used by the technicians to determine range and heading On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski of an aircraft. He subsequently donated this and CWO Germain presented Mr. Marc On February 7th, Colonel Namiesniowski and artifact to the museum. Blouin with the 22 Wing Civilian Employee CWO Germain presented Mr. Terry Fortin with The SAGE console is on display next to its the 22 Wing Civilian Employee of the Year. of the Quarter. successor, the HMD-22 Operations Display Console, commonly referred to as an ODC. This is the only place in the world that these two consoles can be seen side by side. To see the new acquisition, visit the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. or by appointment. For more information please contact Bethany Aitchison, Curatorial Assistant, at 705-494-2011 ext 2261. Bethany Aitchison, Acting Curator, addressed members of the local media who attended the unveiling of the Semi-Automatic Ground Environment (SAGE) FSQ-7 console from the Underground Complex on Wednesday, February 15th at the Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence