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Monday May 2, 2022 Volume 56, Issue 09
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HMCS Harry DeWolf
on Operation Caribbe
Members of HMCS Harry DeWolf’s boarding party, along with U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Detachment
colleagues, train to board vessels of interest in the Atlantic Ocean on April 16. This is the second deployment to
Operation Caribbe for Harry DeWolf, and the coming weeks will involve ongoing support to the multination anti-
trafficking campaign Operation Martillo, as well as participation in Exercise Tradewinds.
CAF PHOTO
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HMC ships Goose Bay and Moncton back
from West Africa
By DND,
Two Royal Canadian Navy ships
returned to their homeport of
Halifax on April 15 after a four-
month deployment to West Africa
on Operation Projection in support
of security and stability in the
region.
Since departing Canada on
January 19, HMC Ships Goose Bay
and Moncton completed a number
of successful port and community
visits, as well as strategic engage-
ments with allies and regional
partners to exchange knowledge
and expertise and strengthen rela-
tionships in maritime security.
Led by U.S. Naval Forces Africa,
Stronger Plus forts
the ships, along with a detachment
Family members were waiting outside HMC Dockyard on April 15 VAdm Craig Baines, Commander RCN, right, greeted HMCS
from the Canadian Armed Forces
to be reunited with loved ones returning home from Op Projection. Moncton as the ship came alongside on April 15.
Naval Tactical Operations Group
and a Maritime Operations Centre
CPL SIMON ARCAND CPL SIMON ARCAND
together ensemble
mentorship team, also participated
in Exercise Obangame Express they have,” says Rear-Admiral Brian not only in the ble and rewarding experience.”
2022 from March 12 to 17 in the Gulf of Santarpia, Commander Maritime realm of maritime security, but also The deployment marked the first
Guinea region. Forces Atlantic. “I am incredibly to the lives of many on the ground deployment for HMCS Goose Bay on
“Operation Projection (West Afri- proud of our sailors for their suc- through their community engagement Operation Projection (West Africa)
ca) 2022 marks the first time in three cess on this deployment – shedding efforts. I wish the ships’ companies a and the second for HMCS Moncton.
years our ships have been able to a positive light on Canada from afar. warm welcome home. Bravo Zulu for
support the mission to the extent that They’ve helped to make a difference what I know has been a most memora-
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Defence team, public gather on 77th anniversary of H&R MFRC celebrates National
Battle of the Atlantic Volunteer Week
By Ryan Melanson, By Sarah-Jean Mannette, THE CORPS IS
Editor: Ryan Melanson Trident Staff Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre A GREAT OPTION.
ryan.melanson@psphalifax.ca
902-721-8662 With the Second World War era Royal Canadian Navy Volunteers have played an integral up when I get to spend a day at the It has the same structure that
Reporter: Joanie Veitch Corvette HMCS Sackville in the water, and a large tri-service role at the H&R MFRC ever since we MFRC,” Val expresses with gratitude. the military did. I know for me,
joanie.veitch@psphalifax.ca flypasts from Royal Canadian Air group on parade, A opened our doors back in 1986. They Denise Chisholm has been volun- that was amazing.
902-721-8624 Force aircraft, and a large group of pared-down version of continue to demonstrate kindness, teering with the H&R MFRC for more
Editorial Advisor: Margaret Conway both military and civilian attendees, the commemoration commitment, and expertise in their than 10 years. Being of service to — Janine Johnson,
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a bit of tradition returned this year to was held in 2020 and efforts to support military families. others has always been meaningful to Security Guard with
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the annual ceremony as the Royal Ca- 2021 due to pandemic From participating in important day- her, as has a connection to the mil- our Nova Scotia Division
nadian Navy marked the anniversary restrictions. to-day tasks, to special events, and itary community. Her parents both
Editorial Advisor: Ariane Guay-Jadah
of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic. HMC ships lost everything in-between, volunteers served in the Canadian Armed Forces,
Ariane.Guay-Jadah@forces.gc.ca
Each year on the first Sunday in in the Battle of the make a huge impact in allowing us to along with several cousins, as well as
902-721-8341
May, Canada and its naval community Atlantic provide high quality programs and her children’s father, and his father.
www.tridentnewspaper.com commemorate the ships that were lost Every year on Battle services that are tailored for military It was her personal experience during
and the people who died at sea during of the Atlantic Sunday, families. her first posting that helped her un-
Trident is an authorized military publication distributed the Battle of the Atlantic, the longest a bell is rung for each We recently marked National Vol- derstand the complexities of postings.
across Canada and throughout the world every second campaign of the Second World War. of the ships lost during unteer Week from April 24 – 30, 2022, As a result, she wanted to support oth-
Monday, and is published with the permission of Rear
Admiral Brian Santarpia, Commander, Joint Task More than 2,700 RCN/RCAF personnel the battle, and for the which was a great occasion to high- er families and found a way to do that
Force Atlantic. The Editor reserves the right to edit, and 1,600 Canadian Merchant Navy lives lost with them. A ceremony commemorating the end of the Battle of light two long standing volunteers. at the H&R MFRC. “There is nothing
condense or reject copy, photographs or advertising
mariners died during the six-year-long Adversus the Atlantic, the longest campaign of the Second World Val Greenwood is the proud mom of more rewarding than seeing a smile
to achieve the aims of a service newspaper as
defined by the Interim Canadian Forces Newspapers conflict. Alberni War, was held on May 1, known as Battle of the Atlantic a military member. Her son is in the just after a few tears,” Denise shares.
Policy dated April 11, 2005. Deadline for copy and “The Battle of the Atlantic was the Athabaskan Sunday, at Point Pleasant Park in Halifax. Here, RAdm Navy and stationed at CFB Borden. Over the years, she has connected
advertising is 10 a.m., 11 business days prior to the Brian Santarpia, Commander MARLANT and JTFA,
publication date. Material must be accompanied by lifeline of Europe for much of the Bras D’or For more than 11 years, Val has been with many families, drawing on her
the contributor’s name, address and phone number. Second World War, and the nation of Charlottetown lays a wreath at the Sailors’ Monument. committed to supporting military own experience to support families liv-
Opinions and advertisements printed in Trident are
Canada, along with each sailor, accept- Chedabucto families by volunteering at the H&R ing the military lifestyle. She has fond
WE KNOW THE
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not necessarily reflect the opinions or endorsements of
the DND, the Editor or the Publisher.
ed this mission knowing there was Clayoquot MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA MFRC. When asked why she wanted memories of engaging with families; VALUE OF A VETERAN
no option to fail,” said RAdm Brian Esquimalt to volunteer with us, Val recalls the families with children, families who Join Canada’s largest private
Le Trident est une publication militaire autorisée Santarpia, Commander MARLANT Fraser positive experience she had as a dis- were experiencing the deployment of sector employer of veterans
par le contre-amiral Brian Santarpia, Commandant
la force opérationnelle interarmées de l‘Atlantique,
and JTFA, at the ceremony. Guysborough traught mother calling the H&R MFRC their primary caregiver, and family
qui est distribuée partout au Canada et outremer les “Those who we honour and remem- HDC 15 (Harbour for the first time. Her son was possibly members whose partners were posted
lundis toutes les quinzaines. Le rédacteur en chef se ber sailed past where we are now Defence Patrol Craft) going to be deployed overseas to a dan- to another coast.
réserve le droit de modifier, de condenser ou de rejeter
les articles, photographies ou annonces publicitaires standing together, knowing the perils Lévis gerous country and was looking for Denise’s enthusiasm is inspiring.
jugées contraires aux objectifs d’un journal militaire they had to endure and further over- Louisbourg more information than what was in She says, “Volunteering provides me 1 877 322 6777 beyondservice.ca
selon la définition donnée à politique temporaire des
journaux des forces canadiennes. L’heure de tombée
come to guard and deliver their cargo Margaree the news. She felt like she was heard with the greatest gifts of new friend-
des annonces publi- citaires ou des articles est fixée across the Atlantic. The cargo that MTBs (Motor Torpe- by the staff at the Centre and wanted ships, seeing grace and courage in the
à 1000 le jeudi précédant la semaine de publication. was shepharded was the most valuable do Boats) 459, 461, 460, to become part of the “wonderful fami- face of the unknown. Who wouldn’t The H&R MFRC’s Board of Directors purchased from McDonalds restau-
Les textes peuvent être soumis en français ou en
Canada could give,” he added, refer- 462, 463, 465, 466 ly – the MFRC,” as she puts it. want to volunteer?” is recruiting members. For more infor- rants at 393 Pleasant St. (Dartmouth)
anglais; ils doivent indiquer le nom, l’adresse et le
numéro de téléphone du collaborateur. Les opinions ring to both the human lives aboard Ottawa What she values most are the con- With sincere thanks, we would like mation, please visit our website. and 3486 Kempt Rd. (Halifax) will go
et les annonces publicitaires imprimées par le Trident
the ships, as well as the supplies that Otter nection to the military community, to express our appreciation to Val, McHappy Day is Wednesday, May directly to programs and services for
sont celles des collaborateurs et agents publicitaires
et non nécessairement celles de la rédaction, du MDN were vital to the Allied war effort. Raccoon and the people at the Centre. “I just Denise, and all volunteers who choose 11, 2022 military families.
ou de l’éditeur. It’s estimated that Canadian con- Regina can’t say enough good about them. to use their time and efforts to support Take family, friends or colleagues The H&R MFRC has been proudly
voys escorted more than 25,000 mer- St Croix They truly make me feel like I am a military families. Please follow us on to McDonald’s on McHappy Day and supporting military families since
chant marine ships across the Atlantic Shawinigan part of this big, wonderful family.” Val social media as we celebrate National make a purchase, or lots of purchases! 1986. With your generous support,
Courier address: during the war, delivering more than Skeena shares that she truly enjoys her time Volunteer Week. Why, you ask? Because a portion of we can continue to do so. Thanks in
Canadian Forces Base Halifax 165 million tonnes of cargo. Canadian Spikenard Sailors are seen formed up at Point Pleasant Park, with at the H&R MFRC. “It always lifts me Interested in volunteering with us? proceeds from every item on the menu advance!
Building S-90 ships and aircraft were also credited Trentonian HMCS Sackville and a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter serving
Suite 329 with the destruction of more than 50 Valleyfield as backdrop.
P.O. Box 99000
enemy U-boats during the conflict. Weyburn
Halifax, N.S.
B3K 5X5 This year’s ceremony was also sup- Windflower MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA From the Shop Floor at FMF Cape Scott
ported by the Stadacona Band of the Ypres
By Ashley Evans,
Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Scott/Cape Breton
One year ago we connected with panel for Nova Scotia Apprentice- for the next chapter of your life.
FMFCS Millwright Chyenne McPher- ship and modeled for some images It’s almost bittersweet that this
RCAF, RCN mark two son to ask about her journey through
her apprenticeship both in school and
in the Fleet Maintenance Facility.
– can you please speak about this?
“I spoke on a panel for International
women’s day about my journey as a
is my last block before I write my
certification exam.”
What would you say to any-
years since Stalker 22 Chyenne has been and continues to
be a strong female voice in the trades,
and we very much appreciate her
woman in trades, it’s always a plea-
sure speaking for Nova Scotia Appren-
tice Agency (NSAA). In the summer
one looking to join the trades
and start an apprenticeship?
“I would say do it. The trades
tragedy
taking the time to discuss her accom- I participated in a photo/video shoot are for everyone and hold so
plishments and lessons over the past for NSAA and they have been using many opportunities. My appren-
year with us. the content in commercials, advertise- ticeship journey has been an
A small ceremony was held on April 29 at the Stalker 22 Memorial Monument at 12 What is your current position ments, and on buses.” absolute breeze, through work
Wing Shearwater to remember the six RCN and RCAF members who lost their lives title? What is the coolest project you’ve and through NSAA. Not only
on April 29, 2020 when a CH-148 Cyclone helicopter crashed in the Ionian sea while “I completed my dockyard written worked on during your time at are trades great paying jobs, you Chyenne McPherson
deployed with HMCS Fredericton on Operation Reassurance: MCpl Matthew Cousins, and practical trades test back in No- FMF thus far? make great connections with SUBMITTED
SLt Abigail Cowbrough, Capt Kevin Hagen, Capt Brenden MacDonald, Capt Maxime vember so I am now EME10. I’m also “Honestly everything I work on is amazing people while working.”
Miron-Morin, and SLt Matthew Pyke. Wreaths were laid on behalf of the RCAF by 12 currently in school doing my level 4 cool and fascinating, like working on Do you see more women join- of work wasn’t meant for them. As
Wing Commander Col Patrick MacNamara and Wing Chief CWO Bruno Poirier, and block training.” radars and antennas that do things ing the trades? we get more representation of women
on behalf of the RCN by Atlantic Fleet commander Cmdre Christopher Robinson and When will you be taking your red that I didn’t even know were possible.” “I definitely do see a lot more throughout the trades, we are starting
Fleet Chief CPO1 Jamie Haas. seal test? What has been the most impact- women in the trades but not enough. to realize that trades aren’t meant
“I’m planning to write my red seal ful part of your schooling thus far? I believe where for the longest time it for one specific gender, trades are for
12 WING IMAGING
certification exam at the end of April.” “The most impactful part is realiz- was so male dominated, women were everyone!”
You recently spoke on a virtual ing how much school is preparing you under the impression that this type
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En direct de l’atelier au IMF Cape Scott Ministerial Advisory Panel report released as part of effort to
Par Ashley Evans,
Installation de maintenance de la flotte Cape Scott/Cape Breton
eliminate systemic racism and discrimination on the Defence
Il y a un an, nous avons communi- et vous avez posé pour quelques prépare à un nouveau
Team
qué avec la mécanicienne de chantier images (l’une d’elle est affichée sur chapitre de votre vie. C’est By DND
de l’Installation de maintenance de un autobus, illustrée ci-dessus) – pour ainsi dire avec un
la Flotte Cape Scott (IMF Cape Scott), pouvez-vous nous en parler! sentiment doux-amer que The Minister’s Advisory Panel Armed Forces, and Bill Matthews, the work will be synchronized with the Defence stakeholders. During their
Chyenne McPherson, pour l’interroger « J’ai pris la parole dans un groupe à je termine le dernier volet was created in December 2020 with a Deputy Minister of the Department of broader Culture Change Strategy review process the Advisory Panel
sur son parcours d’apprentissage à l’occasion de la Journée internationale de mon cours avant de clear mandate to seek out the policies, National Defence. currently in development by the Chief, received dozens of unsolicited sub-
l’école et à l’IMF. Chyenne a toujours des femmes pour parler de mon par- passer mon examen de processes and practices that enable The report provides recommenda- Professional Conduct and Culture. missions and engaged in subsequent
été et demeure une voix féminine forte cours en tant que femme dans le milieu certification. » systemic racism and discrimination tions for change in thirteen areas that Officials from the DND and CAF will conversations, where lived experienc-
dans le milieu des métiers, et nous lui des métiers. C’est toujours un plaisir Que diriez-vous à in the Department of National Defence cross the organization—from improv- update on progress during their regu- es contributed to the Panel’s analysis
sommes très reconnaissants d’avoir de parler au nom de la Nova Scotia quelqu’un qui souhaite (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces ing education and awareness of recon- lar updates to Canadians on the steps of systemic racism and discrimination
pris le temps de discuter avec nous de Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA). Au se joindre au milieu des (CAF) and provide advice on how to ciliation, to promoting the history of that the Defence Team is taking on to inform this report.
ses réalisations et des leçons qu’elle a cours de l’été, j’ai participé à une séance métiers et commencer eliminate them from our institution. Black service personnel, to improving culture change. •The Prime Minister has mandated
apprises au cours de l’année écoulée. de photos/vidéo pour le compte de la un programme d’ap- Their work has focused on Anti-In- recruitment efforts in multicultural Quick facts the Minister of National Defence to
Quel est le titre de votre poste NSAA et l’agence a utilisé le contenu prentissage? digenous and Anti-Black Racism, communities, and using data to mea- •The Advisory Panel is comprised eliminate all sources of anti-Indige-
actuel? pour des publicités, des annonces et des « Je leur dirais de le LGBTQ2+ Prejudice, Gender Bias, sure progress. of four members who represent nous and anti-Black racism, LGBTQ2
« J’ai passé mes examens écrits et affiches sur des autobus. » faire. Les métiers sont Chyenne McPherson est vue dans une campagne public- White Supremacy, Antisemitism, The Panel urges Defence Team diverse backgrounds and areas of prejudice, gender bias and white
pratiques sur les métiers au chantier Quel est le meilleur projet sur accessibles à tous et offrent itaire soutenant la Nova Scotia Apprentice Agency. Islamophobia, and discrimination leaders to consider these recommenda- expertise and perspectives related supremacy in the Canadian Armed
naval en novembre, alors j’ai mainte- lequel vous avez travaillé jusqu’à tellement de possibilités. SOUMIS against people with disabilities. tions with resolve and urgency, and to to anti-racism, equity, diversity and Forces.
nant atteint le niveau 10 du GEM. De maintenant à l’IMF? Mon parcours d’appren- Today, Minister of National Defence use it as a guide for current and future inclusion. They are proud retired •Budget 2022 also proposes to pro-
plus, je suis actuellement à l’école mon « Honnêtement, tout ce sur quoi je tissage s’est déroulé sans longtemps, les métiers étaient tellement Anita Anand released the final report work to eliminate racism and discrim- former CAF members and each bring vide $100.5 million over six years to
instruction de niveau 4. » travaille est génial et fascinant, comme encombre, grâce à mes efforts et à la dominés par les hommes que les femmes and discussed next steps. The Minister ination in all forms. their own lens to inform their work strengthen leadership in the Canadian
Quand prévoyez-vous effectuer travailler sur des radars et des an- NSAA. En plus d’être des emplois bien avaient l’impression que ce type de was joined by the four members of As part of this effort, the Defence and analysis: MGen Ed Fitch, OMM, Armed Forces; modernize the mili-
l’examen du Sceau rouge? tennes qui permettent de réaliser des rémunérés, les métiers permettent de travail n’était pas fait pour elles. Plus the Advisory Panel, MGen Ed Fitch, Team will be establishing a cross-sec- MSM, CD (Retired); Sgt Aronhia:nens tary justice system; bring into force
« Je prévois d’effectuer mon examen choses dont j’ignorais même l’existence. nouer des liens avec des personnes ex- les femmes sont représentées dans les OMM, MSM, CD (Retired); Sgt Aron- tional working group that will include Derek Montour (Retired); Maj Sandra the Declaration of Victims Rights as
du Sceau rouge à la fin du mois d’avril. » traordinaires. » métiers, plus nous commençons à réalis- hia:nens Derek Montour (Retired); Branches from across the organization Perron, CD, HLCol of the Régiment set out in the National Defence Act;
» Quel a été l’aspect le plus mar- Voyez-vous davantage de femmes er qu’ils ne sont pas destinés à un genre Maj Sandra Perron, CD, HLCol of the and the Defence Advisory Groups de Hull (Retired); and Capt Door L. undertake engagement and consulta-
Vous avez récemment pris la quant de vos études jusqu’à main- se lancer dans les métiers? en particulier, mais à tout le monde! » Régiment de Hull (Retired); and Capt (DAGs) and Networks to address the Gibson, MMM, CD (Retired). tion on culture change; and enhance
parole lors d’une discussion en tenant? « Je vois certainement beaucoup plus Door L. Gibson, MMM, CD (Retired), report’s recommendations, including •The Advisory Panel conducted restorative services, including dispute
groupe virtuelle au nom de la Nova « L’aspect le plus marquant a été de femmes exercer des métiers, mais as well as General Wayne Eyre, Chief by developing an implementation close to 50 engagement sessions with resolution and coaching services.
Scotia Apprenticeship Agency de réaliser à quel point l’école vous pas suffisamment. Je crois que pendant of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Framework and Action Plan. This external organizations and internal
Publication du rapport du Groupe consultatif du Ministère
Le CEMD annonce les premières CDS announces first 2022 General and dans le cadre des efforts visant à éliminer le racisme et la
nominations et promotions chez les Flag Officer senior promotions and
officiers généraux pour 2022 appointments discrimination systémiques au sein de l’Équipe de la Défense
Par MND By DND Par MND
Le Groupe consultatif du Ministère la retraite), ainsi que le général Wayne mise en œuvre. Ce travail sera syn- dizaines de propositions non sollic-
Le général Wayne Eyre, chef tion royale General Commander of the Royal Canadian a été créé en décembre 2020, ayant Eyre, chef d’état-major de la Défense chronisé avec la vaste stratégie de itées et a participé à des conversations
d’état‑major de la Défense, a annoncé canadienne, à Wayne Eyre, Navy, in Ottawa, replacing Vice-Admi- pour mandat de cerner les politiques, des Forces armées canadiennes, et Bill changement de culture élaborée par subséquentes au cours desquelles des
les premières nominations et promo- Ottawa, en rem- Chief of the De- ral C.A. Baines, who will retire from les processus et les pratiques qui Matthews, sous-ministre de la Défense le Chef, Conduite professionnelle et témoignages d’expériences vécues
tions des officiers généraux des Forces placementdulieu- fence Staff, has the Canadian Armed Forces. favorisent le racisme et la discrimina- nationale. culture. ont contribué à l’analyse du racisme
armées canadiennes (FAC) qui auront tenant‑général announced the ·Lieutenant-General J.J.M.J. Paul tion systémiques au sein du ministère Le rapport fournit des recomman- Les représentants du MDN et des systémique et de la discrimination
lieu en 2022. Les officiers généraux A.D. Meinzing- first Canadian will be appointed Commander Canadi- de la Défense nationale (MDN) et des dations en matière de changement FAC feront le point sur les progrès effectuée par le groupe pour orienter
nommés par les FAC sont choisis pour er, qui prendra Armed Forces an Army, in Ottawa. Forces armées canadiennes (FAC), et dans treize domaines qui traversent accomplis lors de leurs mises à jour ce rapport.
leur capacité à diriger les priorités sa retraite des (CAF) General ·Major-General S.R. Kelsey will de fournir des conseils sur la façon l’organisation, de l’amélioration de régulières aux Canadiens sur les me- • Le premier ministre a donné à la
de défense au niveau institutionnel, à Forces armées and Flag Officer be promoted to the rank of Lieu- de les éliminer de notre organisation. l’éducation et de la sensibilisation à la sures prises par l’Équipe de la Défense ministre de la Défense nationale le
créer et à maintenir une culture diver- canadiennes. senior appoint- tenant-General and appointed Deputy Les travaux du Groupe ont constitué réconciliation, à la promotion de l’his- en matière de changement de culture. mandat d’éliminer toutes les sources
sifiée et inclusive, et à faire preuve de Le processus ments and Commander Allied Joint Force Com- un élément essentiel de la stratégie toire des militaires noirs, à l’amélio- Faits en bref de racisme envers les Autochtones
leadership à l’étranger. de sélection promotions for mand Naples, in Naples Italy, replac- de changement de culture et ont porté ration des efforts de recrutement dans • Le Groupe consultatif est composé et les Noirs, de préjugés envers les
·Le contre‑amiral A.I. Topshee sera en vue d’une 2022. The CAF’s ing Lieutenant-General J.J.M.J. Paul. sur le racisme anti‑Autochtones et les communautés multiculturelles, et de quatre membres représentant div- communautés LGBTQ2+, de préjugés
promu au grade de vice‑amiral et nom- promotion des requirement ·Major-General E.J. Kenny will anti‑Noirs, les préjugés envers les à l’utilisation de données pour mesur- ers milieux, domaines d’expertise et sexistes et de suprématie blanche dans
mé commandant de la Marine royale FAC évolue for General and be promoted to the rank of Lieu- communautés LGBTQ2+, les préjugés er les progrès. perspectives sur la lutte contre le rac- les Forces armées canadiennes.
canadienne, à Ottawa, en remplace- de manière Flag Officers is tenant-General and appointed Com- sexistes, la suprématie blanche, l’an- Le Groupe consultatif exhorte les isme, l’équité, la diversité et l’inclu- • Le budget de 2022 propose égale-
ment du vice‑amiral C.A. Baines, qui à choisir des driven by the mander of the Royal Canadian Air tisémitisme, l’islamophobie et la dis- dirigeants de l’Équipe de la Défense à sion. Le Groupe est composé de fiers ment de verser 100,5 millions de
prendra sa retraite des Forces armées candidats parmi need to lead de- Force, in Ottawa, replacing Lieu- crimination à l’endroit des personnes considérer ces recommandations avec membres retraités des FAC, et chacun dollars sur six ans pour renforcer le
canadiennes. les meilleurs di- fence priorities tenant-General A.D. Meinzinger, who handicapées. détermination et urgence, et à s’en d’eux apporte son propre point de vue leadership dans les Forces armées
·Le lieutenant-général J.J.M.J. Paul rigeants qui font at the institu- will retire from the Canadian Armed Le 25 avril, la ministre de la Défense servir comme guide pour les travaux pour éclairer leur travail et leur anal- canadiennes, moderniser le système
sera nommé commandant de l’Armée preuve de force tional level, cre- Forces. nationale Anita Anand a publié le actuels et futurs visant à éliminer yse; il s’agit du Mgén E.S. (Ed) Fitch, de justice militaire, mettre en vigueur
canadienne à Ottawa. de caractère et ate and sustain The CAF’s promotion-selection pro- rapport final du Groupe consultatif le racisme et la discrimination sous OMM, MSM, CD, du Sgt Aronhia:nens la Déclaration des droits des victimes,
·Le major-général S.R. Kelsey sera d’excellence pro- a diverse and in- cess is evolving to select from among et a discuté des prochaines étapes. toutes leurs formes. Derek Montour, de la Maj Sandra Per- telle qu’elle est énoncée dans la Loi
RAdm Angus Topshee will be promoted and
promu au grade de lieutenant‑général fessionnelle. clusive culture, the best leaders who demonstrate La ministre était accompagnée des Dans le cadre de cet effort, l’Équi- ron, CD, Lcol honoraire du Régiment sur la défense nationale, entrepren-
appointed Commander of the Royal Canadi-
et nommé commandant adjoint D’autres and project lead- strength of character and professional quatre membres du Groupe consulta- pe de la Défense établira un groupe de Hull, et de la Capt Door L. Gibson, dre des activités de mobilisation et
an Navy.
du Commandement allié de forces promotions, ership abroad. excellence. tif : le major-général Ed Fitch, OMM, de travail transversal qui inclut les MMM, CD. de consultation sur le changement de
interarmées de Naples, à Naples, nominations ·Rear-Admiral Further promotions, appointments, MSM, CD (à la retraite); le sergent branches de l’ensemble de l’organ- • Le Groupe consultatif a organisé culture, et améliorer les services de
Cam Angus Topshee sera promu et nommé
en Italie, en remplacement du lieu- et départs à la A.I. Topshee and retirements will be announced Aronhia:nens Derek Montour (à la isation ainsi que les réseaux et les près de 50 séances de mobilisation justice réparatrice, y compris le règle-
commandant de la Marine royale cana-
tenant‑général J.J.M.J. Paul. retraite seront will be promoted once they’ve been confirmed. retraite); la majore Sandra Perron, groupes consultatifs de la Défense avec des organisations externes et des ment des différends et les services
dienne.
·Le major-général E.J. Kenny sera annoncés dès to the rank of CD, lieutenante-colonelle honoraire du (GCD) afin de donner suite aux recom- intervenants internes de la Défense. d’encadrement.
promu au grade de lieutenant‑général qu’ils auront été Vice-Admiral Régiment de Hull (à la retraite); et la mandations du rapport et d’élaborer Au cours de son processus d’exam-
DND/MND
et nommé commandant de l’Avia- confirmés. and appointed capitaine Door L. Gibson, MMM, CD (à un cadre et un plan d’action pour la en, le groupe consultatif a reçu des
8 TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022 TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022 9
Face of Base: Capt (Padre) Halit Ozer Military family life: Meet the Hardings
By Sydney MacLeod, By RCAF
CFB Halifax,
Meet this week’s Face of Base: Local Islam in a Madrasa (Islamic School)
Chaplain Capt (Padre) Halit Ozer! As environment, which taught him about ments. Hardings do whatever they can to
a Canadian Armed Forces Chaplain, the Quran, the life of the Prophets, Is- “When Daddy is away, I feel sad and make life as secure and stable as possi-
Padre Ozer has a large number of re- lamic Law and broad-spectrum social I miss him a lot. It makes me sad at ble for their daughters. This includes
sponsibilities, some of which include ethics. He first arrived in Canada in bedtime. But we have one of his shirts frequent visits from extended family
fostering the spiritual, religious, and November 2002 after he had completed and we snuggle with it at bedtime,” members in Ontario, building strong
pastoral care of CAF members and his bachelor’s degree in Electronic says Cassandra, age 8. connections with neighbours who’ve
their families; advising the Chain of Engineering at Istanbul University. Their mother, Chantal, adds, “We become more like family, and keeping
Command regarding spiritual/reli- He also completed the Master of Pasto- also put pictures on a map of where we the lines of communication open.
gious accommodation issues; officiat- ral Studies: Muslim Studies, Spiritual are and where Richard is, along with The girls are happy to help out when
ing at special functions; and providing Care (MPS) and Psychotherapy Certif- the different time zones, so the girls their father is away. “They are Mom’s
compassionate and caring support to icate Program at Emmanuel College of have a better idea of where their Dad big helpers, for sure,” says Richard.
members when significant life events Victoria University, and has complet- Cassandra, Richard, Chantal and Alex- is.” “When Daddy is away, I listen, I put Captain Richard Harding and Lt(N)
and incidents occur. He has always ed certifications in Clinical Pastoral andra Harding in Greenwood, N.S. Richard wishes he could be home away laundry, we help with the dishes Chantal Harding have been working at 14
enjoyed helping people by providing Education. He also is a member of DND more for things like school concerts, and when we wake up, we give Missy Wing Greenwood for five years.
spiritual support, and thinks the mili- College of Registered Psychotherapists graduations, birthdays and anniver- [the family cat] her kitty treats,” says DND
tary is one of the most important orga- 14 Wing Greenwood has been home saries, as well as special holidays like Cassandra.
of Ontario as a Registered Psychother-
nizations in which to serve; this belief to the Harding family for the past Halloween, Thanksgiving and Easter. Although the Hardings are settled in their familiar surroundings.
apist Qualifying.
is what led him to join the Forces in five years. Captain Richard Harding However, his daughters always enjoy Greenwood, they always live with the “I’d be sad if we had to leave and I
This broad educational background
July 2020. Padre Ozer is one of nine is an Air Combat Systems Officer the special treats brought home from reality faced by all military families wouldn’t want to leave,” says Cassan-
has enabled Halit, both in Turkey and
Muslim Chaplains currently serving with 405 Long Range Patrol Squadron exotic locales as well as Daddy’s little that a posting may be on the horizon. dra of a possible move.
upon entering Canada, to actively
in the CAF and the only Muslim Chap- flying the CP-140 Aurora. His wife, surprises. Luckily, the shorter term will provide Whatever the future holds for the
preach in the community, work as an
lain currently supporting members at Lieutenant-Navy Chantal Harding, is “One time at Christmas when Daddy some geographic stability for them Harding family, Alexandra and Cas-
educator, and coordinate a variety of
CFB Halifax. a Reserve cadet instructor with the was away, there was a big box and as Richard is slated to be posted to sandra are growing and developing
tasks for youth and students.
As a Muslim Chaplain, Padre Ozer 517 F/Lt Graham Royal Canadian Air Daddy jumped out of it,” says Alex- another Greenwood unit this summer. with resiliency and a sense of curiosi-
Outside of his busy work life, he is
has been actively engaged in Rama- Cadet Squadron. andra. “We were really surprised [to However, a few years after that, he ty and adventure. “As they’ve got used
married and has three children who
dan over the last month by helping They have a busy household with see Daddy], and then we played in the knows the prospect of moving away to being military kids, they’ve defi-
are 6, 8 and 14 years old. When he has
with religious accommodation forms, two young daughters and Richard is box.” The girls had no idea Richard from Greenwood will be a decision nitely adapted,” says Chantal. “The
spare time, Padre Ozer enjoys fish-
addressing religious questions and away about a third of the year on exer- was coming home that Christmas until point for the family. By that time, first couple of years were challenging,
ing, soccer, basketball, cross-country
concerns, leading prayers, supplying cises or deployments. he jumped out of the box that Chantal their daughters will be older and but whenever Richard does go away,
driving, traveling to warmer climates,
religious materials and textbooks, and “There was a war one time and had rigged up from two moving boxes. even more settled in school with their he’s able to call home and FaceTime
hiking, archery, biking, listening to
providing generalized religious sup- Daddy went to try to help people in Memories in the making, to be sure. friends, which causes Richard to think with the girls, which makes it a little
Farid Farjad, Turkish pop 90s, and
port and services when needed. his airplane,” says Alexandra, age 6, Like many military families, the of going alone so the girls could stay in bit easier — and the homecomings are
watching psychological and mystery
“I am an Imam for Muslim mem- describing one of her father’s deploy- always special.”
shows/movies. He also loves reading
bers, however I am a Padre for every- Rumi`s and Said Nursi`s works and
one in CAF and I am so happy when I collections saying he finds them “very
support any of our members regard- motivating and therapeutic.”
less of their religion, gender, ethnic Thank you, Padre Ozer, for all the
identity or background .” support you provide to CAF members
Padre Ozer was born in Beypazari, and families across our local defence
Capt (Padre) Halit Ozer
a little town near Ankara, the capital community!
Capt (Aumônier) Halit Ozer.
city of Turkey. He studied traditional
SUBMITTED
Gens de la Base: Capt (Aumônier) Halit Ozer
Par Sydney MacLeod,
BFC Halifax,
Cette semaine, la vedette de la rubri- aumôniers musulmans en service une petite ville d’Ankara, la capi- ucateur et coordonner diverses tâches
que Gens de la BFC Halifax est notre dans les FAC et le seul aumônier tale de la Turquie. Il a étudié l’islam pour les jeunes et les étudiants.
aumônier, le Capt Halit Ozer. musulman qui assure un soutien aux traditionnel dans une madrasa (école En marge de sa vie professionnelle
En tant qu’aumônier des Forces membres de la BFC Halifax. islamique), qui lui a enseigné le bien remplie, il est marié et a trois
armées canadiennes FAC, le Capt Ozer En tant qu’aumônier musulman, Coran, la vie des prophètes, la loi is- enfants âgés de 6, 8 et 14 ans. Lorsqu’il
assume de nombreuses responsabil- le Capt Ozer a été très occupé par le lamique et une éthique sociale à large a du temps libre, l’aumônier Ozer
ités. Il prend notamment en charge les ramadan ce mois‑ci : il a aidé les per- spectre. Il est arrivé au Canada en aime aller à la pêche, jouer au soccer
soins spirituels, religieux et pastoraux sonnes à remplir les formulaires liés novembre 2002 après avoir obtenu son et au basket-ball, faire de la conduite
des membres des FAC et de leurs aux mesures d’adaptation religieuse, a baccalauréat en génie électronique de tout-terrain, voyager vers des ré-
familles, conseille la chaîne de com- répondu aux questions et aux préoc- l’Université d’Istanbul. Il a également gions au climat plus chaud, faire de
mandement sur les mesures d’adap-
tation pour les besoins spirituels et
cupations d’ordre religieux, a dirigé
des prières, a fourni du matériel et des
fait une maîtrise en études pastorales
(études musulmanes, soins spirituels
la randonnée, du tir à l’arc et du vélo,
écouter Farid Farjad et la musique pop N.S. Chief Medical Officer High School Navy
religieux, préside à des cérémonies manuels religieux, et a assuré un sou- [MPS] et programme de certificat en turque des années 1990, et regarder des
spéciales et offre aux militaires un
soutien compatissant et attentionné
tien et des services religieux généraux
quand cela était nécessaire.
psychothérapie) au Collège Emmanuel
de l’Université de Victoria, et détient
émissions et des films psychologiques
et policiers. Il aime aussi lire les visits MARLANT Co-op program
au cours d’événements et d’incidents « Je suis un imam pour les mili- des certificats en éducation pastorale œuvres de Rumi et de Said Nursi, qu’il
importants. L’aumônier Ozer a toujo- taires musulmans, mais je suis un clinique. Il est également membre de trouve « très motivants et thérapeu- Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, visited MARLANT This year’s High School Navy Co-op program began in March, and our 12 students
urs eu à cœur d’aider les gens en leur aumônier pour tous les membres des l’Ordre des psychothérapeutes au- tiques. » Headquarters on April 28 to meet with members of the team. Dr. Strang was presented have been spending each Thursday at CFB Halifax learning about life as a military
apportant un soutien spirituel, et il FAC et je suis si heureux de pouvoir torisés de l’Ontario en tant que psy- Merci, Monsieur l’aumônier Ozer, with a coin by RAdm Brian Santarpia, Commander MARLANT and JTFA, and For- member or DND employee and exploring future career opportunities. They recently
estime que l’organisation militaire est offrir du soutien à tous nos membres, chothérapeute qualifié. pour le soutien que vous apportez mation Chief CPO1 Tom Lizotte, to show gratitude for his role in ensuring the safety of spent time with Military Police Unit Halifax, where they got a tour from Cpl Mont-
un des lieux de service par excellence. indépendamment de leur religion, de Fort de ce vaste bagage éducatif, Hal- aux membres des FAC et aux familles Nova Scotians and members of the Defence Team during the COVID-19 pandemic. gomery and Sgt Murphy, checked out some police gear, and learned how the busy unit
C’est cette conviction qui l’a poussé leur sexe, de leur identité ethnique ou it a pu, en Turquie et dès son arrivée au sein de la collectivité locale de la operates.
à se joindre aux FAC en juillet 2020. de leur origine. » au Canada, prêcher activement dans Défense!
MONA GHIZ, MARLANT PA SHALINI DESHWAL
L’aumônier Ozer est l’un des neuf L’aumônier Ozer est né à Beypazari, la communauté, travailler comme éd-
TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022 10 11 TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022
From PAT to Pacific with HMCS Calgary
By HMCS Calgary
Padre’s Corner: Rest well
By Capt (Padre) Graham Ware, Four students on Personnel Await- experiences, evolutions, and oppor-
ing Training (PAT) Platoon for their tunities to come their way, and to act
Naval Warfare Officer (NWO) level like sponges, taking as much informa-
III course recently joined HMCS tion in as possible.
Calgary for a month-long sail to the Their first day was spent spread
Prior to becoming a CAF Chaplain, things we love, but even when doing portant. We are normally more aware healthy rest for our minds, bodies, South Pacific. The sail aided their across various departments, shadow-
I was a Pastor in a local church. As a wonderful, uplifting, encouraging of this need when our lives are busy, and souls. As we’ve shifted and begun work towards their Officer of the Day ing and learning about the different
Pastor, I both looked forward to, and things, we are still spending ourselves, stressful, and less positive. But even to have new opportunities to be with packages. roles such as Technician of the Watch,
dreaded the time of Holy Week (cul- and for an introvert like me, the finite when the stuff that keeps us busy is family and friends, it is still import- The experience began with the four Petty Officer of the Watch, Shipboard
minating with Easter). This period energy runs out, and once Easter Sun- stuff we enjoy, when we are spending ant to check ourselves (and maybe do Acting Sub-Lieutenants - A/SLt Paula Electro-Optic Surveillance System Op-
in the Church’s calendar is the core day afternoon arrives, I am typically ourselves on positive things, we need a buddy check too) and to be honest; Campbell, A/SLt Luca Lavoie, A/SLt erator, and Marine System Engineer
of our faith and traditions. It’s a time exhausted. to be aware of our need for rest. That how are you really? Resiliency re- Scott MacArthur and A/SLt Sherri Rounds.
of deep reflection and celebration. It We all know we need to rest and rest may look different, but it is still quires to sometimes see the strain, Sweet - being flown via a C-130 Hercu- Each of these shadow roles gave a
was and is the highlight in the life refresh at times. Whether we actually just as vital. and intentionally rest. les to Hawaii to meet up with the ship. different perspective on how the ship
of the Church. But it was also a time do that – and whether we do it well We have experienced a lot of stress This opportunity rarely happens for is run on a day-to-day basis. Soon
that was extremely busy, especially or not – is another story. However we through two years of this pandem- students just beginning their training after, they were placed on a Watch on
for church leaders. We are doing the hopefully can agree that rest is im- ic, and had fewer opportunities for - a full month of sailing, a port visit, Deck Rotation for a week. This saw
and firsthand experience in a frigate them participate either on the helm
for the first time in their careers. A/SLt Sweet and A/SLt Campbell observe the cable party as they secure the anchor
or as lookout, which allowed them
cable alongside Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Originally, the trainees were at- to spend quality time with the Boat-
La chronique de l’aumônier: Bon Repos tach-posted to HMCS Ottawa to work
towards their Officer of the Day
packages, an amazing opportunity in
swains, soaking up the happenings on
the bridge and around the boat decks.
They also participated in a .50 operations an easy transition. On
LT(N) SABOURIN
spring and staying with Calgary until
Par Capt (Aumônier) Graham Ware, itself as most students don’t start this calibre hammerhead shoot, part ship numerous occasions while working on their courses start late this summer.
portion of their training until after hands evolutions; a towing exercise; the “Know Your Ship Book”, looking The opportunity for them to be
their NWO IV course. a cold move; anti-submarine warfare presumably lost, the trainees were placed in what might have been empty
Avant de devenir un aumônier des faisons les choses que nous aimons, repos est important. Généralement, d’occasions de reposer sainement nos However, having only been at- operations; torpedo countermeasures approached by members of the crew racks has given them a base for their
FAC, j’étais pasteur dans une église mais même lorsque nous faisons des nous sommes plus conscient de ce esprits, nos corps et nos âmes. Alors tach-posted for one week, this made manoeuvers; a dual Sig Sauer and C8 who offered assistance by way of further training to build on.
locale. À titre de pasteur, j’attendais choses merveilleuses, édifiantes et besoin quand nos vies sont occupées, que les choses changent et que de them the ideal candidates to partake shoot; and person overboard evolu- knowledge, fire tours, or just a friend-
avec impatience et je redoutais le encourageantes, nous nous dépensons stressantes ou moins positives. nouvelles possibilités de rencontrer in this sail and experience life on ship tions. ly “Hello”.
temps de la Semaine Sainte (qui se toujours, et pour un introverti comme Pourtant, même si nous apprécions notre famille et nos amis s’offrent à firsthand, while still working towards In between evolutions, standing The trainees have now officially
terminait avec Pâques). Cette période moi, l’énergie diminue et lorsque le di- les choses qui nous occupent et que nous, il demeure important de vérifier their qualifications and participating watches, and soaking everything been attach-posted to Calgary with
dans le calendrier de l’Église est au manche après-midi de Pâques arrive, nous nous consacrons à des choses comment nous nous sentons (et peut- in essential training. in, trainees could be found huddled the intent of sitting their boards this
cœur de notre foi et de nos traditions. je suis habituellement épuisé. positives, nous devons demeurer être de faire une vérification entre Arriving in Pearl Harbor where it together studying their On-the-Job-
C’est un temps de profonde réflexion Nous savons tous que nous devons conscients de notre besoin de repos. Le amis également) et pour être honnête, was 26 degrees hotter and immensely Performance Records requisitions for
et de célébration. C’était et c’est le nous reposer et nous ressourcer. Que repos peut sembler différent, mais il comment allez-vous réellement? La sunnier than Esquimalt, they took a their Officer of the Day Package. When
point culminant de la vie de l’Église. nous le fassions réellement – que nous est toujours aussi essentiel. résilience nécessite parfois de con- brief ride to the jetty, joined up with they arrived in Calgary they had 19
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pour les dirigeants de l’Église. Nous que nous pouvons convenir que le cette pandémie, et nous avons eu peu of the COVID-19 pandemic. 47, a healthy 70 percent completion of
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on a Special Operations Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat to partake in a training serial attached to Standing NATO Maritime Group 2, while HMCS Halifax, also deployed to
A/SLt MacArthur, A/SLt Sweet, A/SLt Campbell, and A/SLt Lavoie during their first
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TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022 12 13 TRIDENT NEWS MAY 2, 2022
La 14e Escadre Greenwood remporte un
tournoi de curling sur invitation
Sports & Fitness Par Joanie Veitch,
Équipe du Trident
considéré comme un véritable tournoi COVID-19 a été difficile, mais le
régional, les participants n’ont eu que curling s’est avéré être l’un des sports
des éloges à formuler, en particulier, qui se sont le mieux adaptés », déclare
compte tenu de l’évolution constante Isaac Habib, coordonnateur du condi-
des restrictions imposées aux activités tionnement physique et des sports du
liées à la COVID-19. PSP Halifax.
« Ce fut un plaisir pour nous de nous « Nous avons dû faire quelques
14 Wing Greenwood wins curling invitational
rendre à Greenwood pour participer à pauses mais, la plupart du temps,
l’événement. C’était vraiment agréable nous avons été en mesure de respecter
pour nous tous de sortir et de rencon- le programme complet de curling »,
tournament
trer des gens », déclare le Capt Jeff indique Habib. « Le curling est un
McRae, capitaine de l’équipe de la 14e sport très social et, en tant que région,
Escadre Greenwood. « Nous avons eu nous voulions assister à une certaine
droit à une bonne compétition marquée forme de compétition, alors nous avons
By Joanie Veitch,
d’un excellent esprit sportif. Bravo au organisé ce tournoi sur invitation. »
Trident Staff PSP Halifax qui a rendu cet événement Au terme de la finale du champion-
Following a tight final game, the COVID-19. Cdr Nick Buxton as skip, along with Following the championship match, possible. » nat, Habib a remis à l’équipe de Green-
team from 14 Wing Greenwood won 7-6 “It was a pleasure for us to come Lt(N) James Adams, Lt(N) Aaron Brad- Habib presented the Greenwood team Outre le capitaine de l’équipe, le Capt wood un trophée spécial, qu’elle pourra
over CFB Halifax’s #2 team in the curl- up from Greenwood for the event. It’s ley and PO2 Greg Moffat. with a special trophy, which they get to McRae, l’équipe championne de la 14e conserver à la 14e Escadre jusqu’à l’an
ing invitational championship, win- been really enjoyable for all of us to get Organizing sports events during the keep at 14 Wing until next year. Escadre Greenwood était composée prochain.
ning both bragging rights and a special out and meet people,” said Capt Jeff COVID-19 pandemic has been diffi- Dubbing it “the challenge cup”, du Capt Paul Bailey, de la Capt Sarah Surnommé « la Coupe du défi »,
trophy to take back to the squadron. McRae, skip for the 14 Wing Green- cult but curling has proven one of the Habib told participants that the trophy Trois équipes ont pris part à un tournoi à la ronde pendant quatre jours à Halifax. Fralick, du Capt Mike Duncan et du Habib a raconté aux participants que
The curling tournament was played wood team. “It was a good competition more resilient sports, said Isaac Habib, had previously been in storage at CFB Capt Joseph Ryan. le trophée avait été entreposé jusque-là
in a double round-robin format from with excellent sportsmanship. Top Fitness and Sports Coordinator at PSP Halifax Curling Club before it was CPL CHERYL CLARK Quant à l’équipe finaliste, l’équipe au Club de curling de la BFC Halifax
April 11-14 at the CFB Halifax Curling marks to PSP Halifax for making it Halifax. found and cleaned up by staff for the no 2 de la BFC Halifax, elle comptait le avant que le personnel ne le trouve et le
Club, with two teams from CFB Halifax happen.” “We’ve had to take some pauses but, event. Au terme d’une finale serrée, l’équipe Il s’agissait d’un tournoi à la ronde Capf Nick Buxton comme capitaine de nettoie pour l’événement.
and a team from 14 Wing Greenwood Along with Capt McRae as skip, for the most part, we’ve been able to “This was our first invitational curl- de la 14e Escadre Greenwood a rem- à double élimination qui s’est déroulé l’équipe, ainsi que le Ltv James Adams, « Il s’agissait de notre premier
competing. the championship team from 14 Wing run the full curling schedule,” said ing challenge and a great competition,” porté la partie 7 à 6 contre l’équipe no 2 du 11 au 14 avril au Club de curling de le Ltv Aaron Bradley et le M 2 Greg tournoi de curling sur invitation et
While the event didn’t fit the bill as a Greenwood included Capt Paul Bailey, Habib. “Curling is a very social sport he said. “It’s exciting to be doing things de la BFC Halifax lors du championnat la BFC Halifax et auquel ont participé Moffat. d’une excellente compétition », dit-il.
true regional tournament, participants Capt Sarah Fralick, Capt Mike Duncan and, as a region, we wanted to see again.” de curling sur invitation, obtenant deux équipes de la BFC Halifax et une « Organiser des événements sportifs « C’est excitant de reprendre les choses
had nothing but praise — especially and Capt Joseph Ryan. some kind of competition happen so ainsi le droit de se vanter et un trophée équipe de la 14e Escadre Greenwood. pendant la pandémie de en main. »
given the ever-changing situation On the opposing team in the final we organized this as an invitational spécial à rapporter à l’escadron. Même si l’événement n’a pas été
regarding restrictions on events due to game — CFB Halifax’s team #2 — were tournament.”
Training for Invictus: Eileen Du Plooy
By Trident Staff
foundland and Nova Scotia. ing situations or tough adjustments for these events, and they realize ‘Whoa!
She’s been using her athletic participants, and she recalled one spe- You know what? My life is hard at the
knowledge and training to cific member who had a very difficult moment – I have this limitation, but
support serving and retired time dealing with the stresses of travel I’m still able to get out. I’m still able to
military members for nearly and being away from family. have fun.’”
a decade, and she recently “This individual didn’t do well
appeared on the CFMWS in- during that camp and didn’t end
ternal podcast series to speak up actually going to the Invic-
about her experiences work- tus Games, the overall event,
ing with CAF members and but I have been in contact with
preparing adaptive athletes that member afterwards, and
for the Invictus Games. they have actually progressed
“My job is probably one to a place where they’re okay.
of the most rewarding ones They’re able to go through their
that there is. I feel honoured daily activities and daily life.
to be there every single day,” They’re on a path of finding out
Eileen Du Plooy (back row, second from left) is she said, acknowledging the where their recovery is going to
pictured with other Soldier On coaches and staff hard work and determina- take them.”
during a recent conference in Ottawa ahead of tion shown by the Soldier On Sometimes a full, 100 percent
this year’s Invictus Games. Eileen is Soldier On’s participants she works and recovery isn’t the expectation or
Regional Coordinator covering Newfoundland and trains with, some of whom the goal, and that’s ok, Du Plooy
Nova Scotia. are working their way back said. Soldier On aims to guide
After being postponed in 2020 and 2021, the
from debilitating injuries members into getting back into
fifth edition of the Invictus Games took place
or fighting difficult battles an active lifestyle and reconnect
SOLDIER ON from April 22-26 in the Netherlands, with Team
with PTSD and other mental them with peers, which can be
Canada competing in events like wheelchair bas-
The winning team from 14 Wing Greenwood at the recent curling invitational. Left to right: Capt Sarah Three teams played a round-robin format over four days of curling at Eileen Du Plooy is a former Fitness health issues. a first step to reintegrating into
ketball and wheelchair rugby, archery, rowing,
Fralick, Capt Mike Duncan, Capt Jeff McRae, Capt Joe Ryan, and Capt Paul Bailey. the CFB Halifax Curling Club. and Sports Instructor with PSP Hal- Things don’t always go smoothly. Du society.
powerlifting, and more.
ifax, and now works as the Regional Plooy shared stories of Invictus Games “A lot of members learn from
CPL CHERYL CLARK CPL CHERYL CLARK Coordinator for Soldier On in New- training camps that involved trigger- each other. They come out to
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