CAF conducts civilian evacuation exercise in BC

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1 TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017 Volume 59, #09 A CP-140 Aurora from 407 Long Range Patrol Squadron keeps a watchful eye on a BC Ferries vessel and her HMCS escort during Exercise READY ANGLE 17. This exercise demonstrates the Canadian Armed Forces ability to assist should Canadians require security and evacuation assistance while abroad. Photo by Cpl Andre Maillet. CAF conducts civilian evacuation exercise in BC National Defence/ Canadian Armed Forces Approximately 300 Canadian Armed Forces personnel led by the 1st Canadian Division based out of Kingston, Ontario, participated in Exercise READY ANGLE 17 in the Comox, Esquimalt, Nanaimo, New Westminster, Vancouver and Chilliwack areas of British Columbia in April. Exercise READY AN- GLE 17 is an annual event that enhances the Canadian Armed Forces ability to evacuate Canadians from dangerous situations abroad in conjunction with Global Affairs Canada. Canadian Armed Forces personnel are highly trained and are ready, at short notice, to deploy on emergency operations anywhere in the world to ensure the safety and security of people in need. Exercise READY AN- GLE is a collective training event that integrates a wide variety of elements from across the Canadian Armed Forces as well as other government departments. It s an important test of our ability to work together to ensure Canadians abroad can be safely and securely removed from harm s way should the need ever arise, explains Col Norm Gagné, Exercise READY ANGLE director. Exercise READY AN- GLE tests the ability of 1st Canadian Division Headquarters to mount what s known as a Non-Combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) team. A NEO is a military operation requested by Global Affairs Canada. It is aimed at evacuating Canadians from threatening circumstances in another nation and moving them to a safe haven. It is one of a series of recurring exercises intended to maintain the skills of its participants; it was not developed in response to any particular world event or situation. Holding the exercise on Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland is intended to simulate a broad mixture of rural and urban environments. The proximity to nearby Canadian Armed Forces facilities such as those at 19 Wing Comox, CFB Esquimalt and Vancouver s HMCS Discovery helps reduce exercise costs. 1st Canadian Division Headquarters contributes to high readiness and contingency operations around the globe, and provides the Canadian Armed Forces with a rapidly deployable headquarters capable of responding to a variety of crises. Approved Service Provider to the DND Integrated Relocation Program Royal LePage In the Comox Valley Phil Edgett phile@island.net 5628 SEACLIFF RD., COURTENAY HIGH BANK WATERFRONT CABIN, over 3/4 Acre at Bates Beach, Comox Valley, East Coast Vancouver Island, B.C. Walk amongst 12 to 14 foot Rhodos, Magnolias trees and towering West Coast Fir trees. Eagles soaring, seals sunning on the rocks below and deer walking around the neighborhood. Nature at its best. $597,500 # Comox Road, Courtenay, B.C. V9N 3P6 Bus: Toll Free: Fax: royallepagecv@shaw.ca 1375 PHEASANT PL., COURTENAY RARE.2 ACRE LEVEL IN-FILL LOT on a quiet cul-de-sac in Farquharson subdivision with views of the Beaufort Range. This lot is central to shopping centres, schools, college, and more. One of the last level in-fill lots in this established subdivision waiting for your ideas and to be called home. $219,800 Mark Fleming

2 2 TOTEM TIMES MAY 16, 2017 TotemTIMES NAOSH Week 2017 PJ (John) Bradbury, Deputy 19 Wing Comox General Safety Officer MANAGING EDITOR Camille Douglas GRAPHIC DESIGNER Gillian Ottaway Querin EDITORIAL ADVISOR Capt Brad Little DISTRIBUTION Michael Pearce A Division of Personnel Support Programs 19 Wing Comox, PO Box 1000 Stn. Main, Lazo, BC V0R 2K0 totemtimes@gmail.com The Totem Times is an unofficial publication of 19 Wing Comox, BC. The Editor reserves the right to edit copy and reject advertisements to suit the needs of the publication. Views expressed are those of the contributor unless expressly attributed to DND, CAF, or other agencies. In case of typographical errors, no goods may be sold and the difference claimed against this paper. The paper s liability is limited to a refund of the space charged for the erroneous item. Material may be reprinted with attribution. Published 22 times a year, every second Tuesday, with permission of Col Mike Atkins, 19 Wing Commander. Publications Mail Registration No Printed by Ladysmith Press, Ladysmith, BC. Circulation: North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week 2017 was celebrated with great success at 19 Wing Comox from May 7 to 13. The Wing activities opened on May 8 with 19 Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins providing an encouraging brief to representatives of the Wing General Safety committees, volunteers of the NAOSH committee, and Wing department managers. The Wing Commander reminded all in attendance about the importance of the General Safety program, and of the individuals responsibilities to its implementation. The success of NAOSH Week is dependent upon dedicated professionals Commander of 19 Wing Comox, Col Mike Atkins, presented the French Ordre national de la Légion d honneur to Mr. Mike Kirkwood of Comox on April 25. Mr. Kirkwood is a member of the Comox Valley Branch of the Royal Canadian Naval Association (RCNA), and he had recently received the insignia of a Chevalier of the Order from the embassy of the Republic of France in Ottawa. As a veteran of the Allied invasion of France on D-day, June 6, 1944, the French government had awarded this honour to Allied veterans. While Mr. Kirkwood had served in the British Forces (Royal Marines) at D-day it was only in recent years that the RCNA became aware that this award had been offered by the President of France to Allied veterans of the Normandy invasion. Mr. Kirkwood joined the Royal Marines in November 1942 when he was 16 years of age. At D-day in Normandy, France, Mr. Kirkwood was serving aboard HMS SCYLLA, the flagship of Admiral Philip Vian, Commander of the Eastern Task Force, supporting the British and Canadian landing committing their time and energy towards this week long event. The support from volunteers and the commitment from all 19 Wing s units, branches, and sections was outstanding. The week was an opportunity to present educational and motivational events that wraps up with the 19 Wing Annual Safety Fair. The fair was held at the Officer s Mess, and had displays and presentations as well as visitors including Jeff Kobayashi from the British Columbia Safety Authority. The safety fair included both indoor and outdoor displays with HAZMAT Safety, the Wing Environment Office, 407 Squadron ETO with ergonomics, and the Aurora Fuel Cell Mike Kirkwood receives French Legion of Honour WComd Col Mike Atkins had the honour of presenting WO (ret d) Mike Kirkwood with the French Legion of Honour Medal in recognition to his involvement in D-Day. Photo by Cpl Nathan Spence. beaches. On 19 June HMS SCYL- LA was severely damaged by hitting an enemy mine while conducting operational support of the Canadian Motor Torpedo Boat operations protecting the D-day land area. After HMS SCYLLA returned to England, Mr. Kirkwood then served in the East Indies aboard HMS CLEOPATRA, the first ship into Singapore after its recapture. Mr. Kirkwood left the Royal Marines in Mr. Kirkwood emigrated from Britain to Canada in 1953 and later that year trainer. Overall, NAOSH Week 2017 was very successful for 19 Wing Comox. However, the biggest win for us all is in the message that was portrayed and promoted through these events and the Wing Commander s presentations echoing of the NAOSH theme: Make Safety a Habit! (Right) NAOSH outdoor displays included the fuel cell entry display from 407 Squadron, a display from the 19 Wing Recovery and Salvage (RAS) Team, and a display by the 19 AMS Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Team. joined the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as a musician with the RCAF Band. He retired from the regular force in 1975 with the rank of Warrant Officer, and released from the supplementary reserve in Mr. Kirkwood remains active in community organizations; he had been the President of the Comox Rotary Club as well as the Comox Valley Branch of the RCNA. Shipmate Kirkwood was recognized with a Life membership by the RCNA in October Mr. Kirkwood lives with his wife, Mary, in Comox. NAOSH Week provides an opportunity to present educational and motivational events that wraps up with the 19 Wing Annual Safety Fair. Flag half mast for Workers Mourning Day The National Day of Mourning, held annually in Canada on April 28, is dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, or suffered injury or illness on the job or due to a work-related tragedy. 2 Wing coin presentation 2 Wing Bagotville Commander Col Luc Boucher presents Maj Steve Gillis, Deputy Commanding Officer of 19 Wing Logistics and Engineers (WLE) with a Commander s Coin during an informal BBQ. Maj Gillis was presented the coin for his outstanding coordination of Real Life Support provision from WLE to a recent Collective Training Exercise at 19 Wing Comox.

3 MAY 16, 2017 TOTEM TIMES 3 Boomer s Legacy final BC bike ride rolls out in June The 10th anniversary Boomer s Legacy BC bike ride will depart from 19 Wing Comox on Saturday, June 10 for the final time. The fully supported two-day cycling experience km from the graveside of Cpl Andrew Boomer Eykelenboom in the Comox Valley to provincial parliament in Victoria - is to support Boomer s Legacy by raising funds and awareness. Each cyclist carries the biography of a fallen soldier on their cycling journey; many of the participants have provided humanitarian assistance at home or abroad, or are family members of fallen soldiers. The 2017 ride is limited to 100 riders, as the final year of the supported ride format, only a handful of registra- The BC bike ride June 10 and 11 has been the primary fundraising event for Boomer s Legacy. More than a decade has passed since Cpl Andrew Boomer Eykelenboom died while serving as a medic in Afghanistan, and since then, over a million dollars has been raised in Canada to help soldiers help others. Limited space is available. Register now at boomerslegacybc.ca. tions are still available. To mark the 10th anniversary of the Boomer s Legacy BC bike ride, a self-supported ride from Port Hardy to Comox is being offered from June 6 to 8 for experienced cyclists who are looking to rise to the 500 km ride chal- lenge. A small group will ride from the north island before meeting up with the main group in the Comox Valley for the journey Victoria. To learn more about the ride or to register - visit boomerslegacybc.ca. In the decade since the first Boomer s Ride, hundreds of Canadians have found their place within Boomer s Legacy, and over a million dollars has been raised to help men and women in uniform make a positive difference in the lives of others. 眀愀礀瀀漀椀渀琀椀渀猀甀爀愀渀挀攀 挀愀 Members of the United States Navy visit 407 Sqn Members of Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10 based in Whidbey Island, Washington were welcomed by 19 Wing Comox on May 5. (L-R) LCdr (USN) Chris Miller, LCdr (USN) Eliot Weston, 19 Wing Chief Warrant Officer CWO J-C Parent, Capt (USN) Kevin Long, 19 Wing Commander Col Mike Atkins, 407 Sqn CO LCol JP Gagnon, Capt (USN) Robert Patrick, LCdr (USN) Seth Eisenmenger and Capt Carson Choy. Photo by MS Roxanne Wood. Capt (USN) Robert Patrick, Commodore of Patrol and Reconnaissance Wing 10 (PRW-10), based in Whidbey Island, Washington, was invited to be the Guest of Honour for the annual 407 Long Range Patrol (LRP) Squadron Mess Dinner. This was Capt (USN) Patrick s first visit to 19 Wing Comox, 407 Squadron Commanding Officer LCol JP Gagnon provided a tour of the CP-140M Aurora and discussed its capabilities in comparison with the USNs P-3C Orion and P-8A Poseidon aircraft. He was accompanied by LCdr (USN) Chris Miller, LCdr (USN) Eliot Weston, Deputy Commodore PRW-10 Capt (USN) Kevin Long, and LCdr (USN) Seth Eisenmenger. 䌀䄀一䄀䐀䤀䄀一 䴀䤀䰀䤀吀䄀刀夀 倀䔀刀匀伀一一䔀䰀 刀䔀䈀䄀吀䔀 倀刀伀䜀刀䄀䴀 㔀 㔀䈀 䌀漀洀漀砀 刀搀 䌀漀甀爀琀攀渀愀礀Ⰰ 䈀䌀 嘀㤀一 倀㠀 䌀伀䴀䔀 䤀一 伀刀 䌀䄀䰀䰀 唀匀 䘀伀刀 䴀伀刀䔀 䤀一䘀伀刀䴀䄀吀䤀伀一 ⴀ 㔀 㠀 㜀㜀㘀 刀䔀䈀䄀吀䔀 漀渀 愀渀礀 渀攀眀 䠀漀渀搀愀

4 4 TOTEM TIMES MAY 16, 2017 Complacency costs lives DND Road and Vehicle Safety Week: May 15 to 19 The DND Road and Vehicle Safety Week coincides with Canada s National Road Safety Week campaign. The DND theme is distinct from the National Road Safety Week in order to reflect DND s mandate, such as unique driver training and operating vehicles in theatre. Complacency Costs Lives Complacency is a feeling of being satisfied with how things are and not wanting to attempt to make them better, especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies. Think about some characteristics of those drivers, operators, supervisors and managers who have many hours of experience; words that come to mind are professional, safe, and responsible. However, these same people can also become complacent as a result of repetitive or mundane tasks that do not appear to pose a threat or danger. Operating a vehicle on or off road, on airfields, or in cities in Canada or abroad should never be considered just another daily task or part of the routine. Operating a vehicle is a daily task that always has the potential to result in loss of life. Drivers are reminded to stay focused on operating your vehicle, and acknowledge the responsibility you have in maintaining a safe environment for yourself and other road users. The most important thing while operating a vehicle is to focus on the primary task - operating. Everything else is secondary. Facts corner: of 1560 preventable collisions in DND, 625 or 40% - were due to inattention. Boredom results in complacency which may lead to a false sense of security. These mindsets can cause or contribute to critical errors which increase the probability of injury. Remember, it only takes one second of inattention to result in a fatality. The Canadian Military Wives Choir Comox will be joining approximately 200 military wives and current or formerly serving CAF members to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto on September 23. Fundraising efforts are underway to help offset the travel costs associated with the trip. CMWC to perform at Invictus Games The Canadian Military Wives Choirs (CMWC) will perform at the Invictus Games Toronto 2017 opening ceremony at the Air Canada Centre on Saturday, September 23. The voices of approximately 200 military wives and current or formerly serving Canadian Armed Forces members will come together from 10 chapters across Canada to perform at the opening ceremony. The choir will be performing with Soprano Laura Wright. The CMWC is proud to support Canada s recovering service personnel and to add their voice to help highlight the issues that affect them and their families, shares Brenda Corey Dunne, President of the CMWC Association. We are very excited to form as one combined choir for the first time and to be able to perform together at Invictus Games will be a wonderful experience for all. The Military Wives Choirs movement began in Canada in the fall of 2013 in Ottawa and was based on the tremendous success of the Military Wives Choirs movement in the United Kingdom. In this short amount of time, the group has grown from 14 ladies arriving at the inaugural rehearsal to nearly 250 members coast to coast across Canada at 10 Canadian Forces Bases. The Canadian Military Wives Choir (CMWC) Comox has embarked on a fundraising campaign to offset the travel costs associated with participating in the opening ceremony at the Invictus Games Toronto The Canadian Military Wives Choir (CMWC) Comox accepted a donation from Duane Gee and Associates to support travel to Toronto to participate in the opening ceremonies of the Invictus Games in September. (L-R) Janet Gee, Duane Gee and Keith Gibson from Gee and Associates presented Amanda Low a donation to the CMWC Comox. The CMWC Comox appreciates ongoing support from 19 Wing Comox, as the choir meets weekly at the St. Michael and All Angels Protestant Chapel, but funded by membership and the generous donations and honorariums presented following performances. There will be many opportunities for the community to support the fundraising efforts. A GoFundMe account has been established at gofundme.com/cmwcc, and accounts have been set up at the Anderton Road and Puntledge Road recycling facilities. Events are being planned throughout the summer, including a Car Wash and BBQ at Westview Ford on Saturday, June 10, and a Spring Concert and Bake Sale at St. Michael s and All Angels on Sunday, June 11. A huge weekend event will be held at the Whistle Stop Pub from Friday, June 23 to Sunday, June 25 that will include 50/50 draws, a silent auction, and dinner. The third Invictus Games will take place in Toronto from September 23 to 30, bringing together more than 550 competitors from 17 nations for eight days of competition. They will take part in 12 adaptive sports including archery, athletics, golf, indoor rowing, powerlifting, road cycling, sitting volleyball, swimming, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis and wheelchair rugby. Hosting the Invictus Games during the year that Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary will provide a unique opportunity for Canadians to commemorate and honour its ill, wounded and injured soldiers, and their families. The Invictus Games Toronto 2017 will also mark the beginning of a legacy program to support the growth of adaptive sport programs in Canada and to further personal and professional opportunities for servicemen and women transitioning from the Canadian Armed Forces.

5 MAY 16, 2017 TOTEM TIMES 5 News from WCOL Jackie Barton, 19 Wing Coordinator of Official Languages Why should Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members keep a valid linguistic profile? Maintaining a valid linguistic profile is an essential tool for the CAF to meet the requirements of the Official Languages Act, as it gives the CAF and the Department of National Defence an accurate picture of its linguistic capacity. Beyond its value on annual merit boards and what that may mean to a CAF member s progression, a valid linguistic profile enriches individuals and the organization. It confirms that members possess the skills to work in their second official language. Once in a bilingual or second official language Pourquoi les membres des Forces armées canadiennes (FAC) doivent-ils garder un profil linguistique valide? Il est important de maintenir un profil linguistique valide parce qu il s agit pour l organisation d un outil essentiel pour répondre aux exigences de la Loi sur les langues officielles, étant donné qu il permet aux FAC et au Ministère de la Défense nationale de peindre un portrait complet de sa capacité linguistique. Au-delà de son importance lors des conseils de promotion annuels, le maintien d un profil linguistique valide enrichit tout autant l organisation que les individus qui la composent. Le profil linguistique sert à confirmer que le militaire possède les compétences requises Jackie Barton, WCOL position, the person can offer service and support to CAF members and their family, and to the public, in their language of choice. Just as with one s health, effort is needed to maintain linguistic proficiency. It is much easier to maintain language abilities, than to allow them to lapse and then have to restart the learning process all over again. Unlike the proverbial bicycle skills, second official language ability erodes if not used. However, by practicing that ability every day, one will be able to travel the world! For more information on the linguistic profile, please read DAOD , Canadian Armed Forces Second Official Language Certification Testing. For tools to help in maintaining your second official language skills, as well as information on how to get tested, please contact Ms. Jackie Barton, 19 Wing Coordinator of Official Languages, at Jacqueline.Barton@forces.gc.ca. (Source: CMP OL website). Nouvelles de la CLO ere pour s acquitter de ses tâches dans sa seconde langue officielle. Une fois en fonction dans un poste bilingue ou un poste dans le cadre duquel il doit faire usage de sa seconde langue officielle, le titulaire du poste peut offrir des services de soutien aux militaires des FAC et à leur famille, ainsi qu au public, dans la langue de choix de ces derniers. Il faut mettre des efforts pour maintenir ses compétences linguistiques, comme il en faut pour maintenir sa santé. Il est beaucoup plus facile de maintenir ses capacités en matière de langue que de les laisser s estomper et de devoir ensuite reprendre tout le processus d apprentissage du début. Contrairement à la proverbiale capacité à conduire un vélo, les capacités en seconde langue officielle s estompent si elles ne sont pas utilisées. Cependant, en s exerçant tous les jours, on sera en mesure de parcourir le monde! Pour de plus amples information sur le profil linguistique, SVP lisez le DOAD , Test de certification en seconde langue officielle au sein des Forces armées canadiennes. Pour accéder à des outils visant à vous aider à maintenir vos compétences en seconde langue officielle, de même que pour vous renseigner sur la manière d obtenir une évaluation, veuillez communiquer avec la coordonnatrice des langues officielles de la 19 e escadre, Mme Jacqueline Barton à Jacqueline. Barton@forces.gc.ca. (Source primaire, site Web CMPM LO) Be One of a Million! Contest winner announced Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) launched the Be One of a Million contest in March 2017 to close out its 20th anniversary celebrations. Between March 1 and 31, all new CFOne Card registrants, as well as the people who referred them, were automatically entered into a draw for a chance to win a prize valued at $7,000. On April 19 a winner was randomly picked at CFM- WS Headquarters in Ottawa from the pool of 4,600 people who participated. The lucky winner is Catherine Corrigan, a veteran from Kelowna, BC. Catherine was entered as a referrer to this contest as she told numerous people about the CFOne Card. When contacted and told she had won the $7,000 prize, she mentioned she had never won anything like this ever before. She had heard about so many Mike Ward, Associate Director General, Morale and Welfare Services, presenting Catherine Corrigan, winner of the Be One of a Million contest with the prize valued at $7,000. Photo credit: CFMWS. friends enjoying the vacation opportunities, and is excited to try it out for her first time. On behalf of CFMWS, and the 20th Anniversary Committee, we would like to thank everyone who participated and to congratulate Catherine. 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6 6 TOTEM TIMES MAY 16, 2017 Members of 101 Squadron were joined by personnel from 19 Wing Comox and members of 888 Wing of the RCAF Association to dedicate a memorial to RCAF Station Cape Scott s role in the defense of Canada during WWII. The dedication of RCAF Station Cape Scott 101 (North Island) Squadron On a drizzly Saturday afternoon, May 13, 101 Squadron, along with members from 19 Wing Comox and 888 Wing of the RCAF Association, arrived at the Cape Scott lighthouse aboard a 442 Squadron Cormorant helicopter. There they joined the lighthouse keepers to dedicate a memorial to RCAF Station Cape Scott s role in the defense of Canada during WWII. Earlier a plaque was attached to the lighthouse foundation which once supported the radar tower. It tells the station s history and the post-war transition to a Canadian Coast Guard Lighthouse. 101 Squadron Vice President, Russ Hellberg, briefly explained the reason for the dedication service, and the why, when, and where of RCAF Cape Scott, including negative and positive aspects of service life there. 19 Wing Comox Commander Col Mike Atkins noted how the station has been modified since it became a Canadian Coast Guard Lightstation, and pointed out that it is still a vitally important asset to maritime security and SAR activities. Harvey Humchitt Jr, the principal keeper of the lightstation, who has served in that position, along with assistant Todd, for seventeen years, welcomed the delegation, saying that he appreciated learning what the station was like during WWII and what an honour the dedication was. 101 s bugler, Kristine Bratosh, played Last Post, followed by piper, Dale Drysdale, with the Lament, two minutes silence, and then Kristine finished the tribute with Reveille. Poppies, the symbol of remembrance and hope, were pinned to the Canadian flag which hid the plaque by each person in attendance, one-by-one. The plaque was then unveiled and the flag, with its poppies, was presented to Harvey in appreciation for his work and to be a lasting symbol of the dedication. Wreaths, symbolizing strength, the circle of life, were then laid, showing respect for the Canadian service members who have died or served this country. After the ceremony, Harvey showed the delegation around the station, after which they boarded the Cormorant and flew back through the rain and cloud to Port Hardy, then on back to Comox.

7 MAY 16, 2017 TOTEM TIMES 7 The Radar tower operated by 10 Radio Unit at Cape Scott from December 1942 to September The concrete base of the tower is now used to support the light at the Cape Scott Light Station, built at the same location once the radar facility was decommissioned. RCAF stations recognized by 101 Squadron a background 10 Radio Unit (RU) Cape Scott was one of fourteen RCAF Stations on Northern Vancouver Island, the Central Coast, and Haida Gwaii which served Canada from WW11 to the present. It formed part of the chain of secret radar sites that ran from Alaska to California. Aircraft could be detected up to 150 miles out to sea, and, with near 100% coverage, it assured that no enemy was going to get through. While an extremely vital part of the defence strategy it was not glamorous work. There were no action packed stories of similar installations in England or on the fighting front. Instead, it was a story of lonely vigils in remote outposts and the utter boredom that comes from complete isolation - not even able to tell your friends and loved ones what you were doing. Cape Scott had some challenging physical features that had to be overcome as well before 10 Radio Unit (RU) could become operational. The unit was formed on December 13, 1942 with Marwell Construction Company of Vancouver and #9 Construction Maintenance Unit (CMU) tasked to build the infrastructure. The station became operational on February 5, 1943 and was staffed by roughly seventy men. There were two sites, the Ops site located on the hill, and the camp site located one and a half miles across the sandy neck of land. Travel between the two sites was by truck on a plank road. There were some amenities but conditions were rough, as was the six month tour length - a long time for a young man far from civilization. It was closed on September 19, The radar and some other valuable equipment were removed and the rest was left to disintegrate. The operation site was turned over to the Coast Guard in 1959 and a light house was erected on the old radar foundation, with the power building also being reused. 101 Squadron has completed eight station memorials as well as thirteen aircraft crash sites.

8 8 TOTEM TIMES The 19 Wing Comox Defence Team will assist with Scotch Broom removal at Kye Bay/ Knight Road on May 18. MAY 16, 2017 Village Market Day Saturday, May 20 Visit the Legendary Village of Cumberland for their annual street festival and market! Cumberland is the place to be for May long weekend in the Comox Valley. Over 90 vendors, live music, plant sale, Box Car Derby, crafts and crafts, merchant specials and more. This is the perfect day to explore Cumberland and find out what all the fuss is about! free visit Facebook for event details VIBRANT Com EVENT LISTINGS Kove Photography A Lasting Legacy: The Kumugwe Exhibit Cumberland Museum and Archives is revitalizing its interior front entry welcome space with the Kumugwe Exhibit, an exciting new permanent exhibition that will greet visitors. The focal point is the stunning Kumugwe mask, carved by K ómoks and Kwakwaka wakw First Nations youth artist Karver Everson. The museum is looking to the community for support during a fundraising campaign - running until May 22 at canadahelps.org, search Cumberland Museum and Archives. by donation cumberlandmusem.ca Elevate Arts Festival May 31 to June 3 The 6th annual Elevate Arts Festival is a barrier free cultural celebration in Downtown Courtenay! Wednesday through Friday there are free events in venues throughout the downtown core, while Saturday offers a street festival with more than 13 venues featuring music, dance, circus, art shows, hands-on arts and crafts, pop up parks, poetry and more! It is a free urban arts and street festival designed to experiment and engage, and there are lots of ways to volunteer with Elevate the Arts. free elevatethearts.com National Aboriginal Day Celebration Wednesday, June 21 Celebrate National Aboriginal Day in the beautiful Comox Valley with the K omoks First Nation, Kumugwe Cultural Society and guest nations at 3320 Comox Road. free visit Facebook for event details Canada 150 Saturday, July 1 Courtenay is the place to be on Canada Day! Special celebrations honoring Canada s 150th birthday are scheduled, along with the annual parade and other family favourites. It s one of the Comox Valley s premier yearly events, and it is all free! free comoxvalleycanadaday.ca John Kelsey Photography

9 MAY 16, 2017 TOTEM TIMES 9 JTF X visits 19 Wing Representatives from JTF X stopped at 19 Wing Comox on May 8 to provide CAF personnel with information on how to apply for selection. JTF X is Canada s modern day human intelligence (HUMINT) unit, responsible for the provision of strategic, operational and tactical HUMINT resources in support of DND/ CAF programs and operations. The evolution of threats from traditionally large conventional forces to decentralized entities has increased both the requirement for - and challenges to - today s sensor and collection efforts, explains Capt Alain Bilodeau of the Canadian Forces Intelligence Group. To achieve its mandate, JTF X must select and force generate source handlers and interrogators from within the CAF. The selection process is both rigorous and extensive, requiring candidates to think outside the box, as well as demonstrate maturity, superior cognitive skills, strong interpersonal qualities, and leadership. Applicants who successfully complete the selection process will embark on the challenging Source Handler Operator s Course or Interrogators Course, lasting 18 and 12 weeks respectively. Members of JTF X are regularly deployed on different taskings all over the globe and are expected to maintain a high level of fitness and operations readiness during the length of their posting at the unit. For more information about applying for selection to JTF X, visit the unit web page on the intranet. Sgt Jerry Snook Kelly Smith Memorial Golf Tournament Sgt Kelly Smith Sgt Jerry Snook is the Supply Purchasing Officer at the 19 Wing Comox Firehall, and for the past four years, the coordinator of the Kelly Smith Memorial Golf Tournament an event that was created to honour Sgt Kelly Smith. Sgt Smith passed away in 2010 from a heart attack. I knew Kelly personally, shares Jerry. I thought I could make the golf tournament bigger. By making it bigger, raising more money. Raising more money for Heart and Stroke means helping more people. All the while remembering Kelly. Indeed, the goal of the tournament is to raise awareness about heart disease while raising funds for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. To date over $25, has been raised by the Kelly Smith Memorial Golf Tournament. The 7th annual Kelly Smith Memorial Golf Tournament will take place at the Crown Isle Resort and Golf Course on August 11. Our goal this year is to sell out the tournament to 36 teams and raise $15,000.00, says Jerry. We have added a fun twist this year. Everyone who registers and pays before May 31 will be entered to win a 2017 NISSAN Micra, courtesy of the Revy Auto Group. To register, kellysmithgolftour@gmail.com, or contact Jerry at for more information. Last shot fired at Glacier Greens shoot-out Len Doyle The 22 nd annual Glacier Greens shoot-out ended on Saturday, May 13. The weather threatened, however the rain stayed away till after the event finished. The alternate shot format proved challenging for the net side leaders with many changes at the top. Not so on the gross side where after the last putt had dropped the team of Dave Brooker (club captain) and Doug McArthur (reigning club champion) moved from second place to win the tournament with a final three week score of (214). Second place went to Barry Norris and Willie Oliver at (215), follow by a (217) from Rob Hill and James Rim. Rounding out Doug McArthur, Dave Brooker, Gabe Tremblay, and Al Cabilan celebrate their achievements at the annual Glacier Greens shoot-out. the top five at (219) was Rob Borland and Steve Peters as well as Al Cabilan and Gabe Tremblay. On the net side of the tournament Cabilan and Tremblay won with (183). Next at (185) was Paul Arsenault and Rob Moore followed by Al Pasanen and Rudge Wilson (186). The team of Wally Berger and Jim Livingstone were fourth with (186.5) and rounding out the top five was the teams of Brian Goodwin and Bill Village along with Ross Dowe and Nick Mykitiuk, both at (189). Understanding ransomware MCpl Dickinson, 12 Military Police Flight What is Ransomware? It is a malicious software also known as malware, which infects a computer and denies access to the system or data, and demands a sum of money to restore the information. At present, the most common form of ransomware will encrypt data. Victims receive an on-screen alert stating their files have been encrypted. The incidents of ransomware in Canada are rising at an alarming rate, doubling in 2016 from the previous year s statistics. How can you protect yourself? Reject it! Do not click on links or attachments in s sent to you by an unknown. Do not provide personal information (phone or online). Install only trusted software. Install a reputable security software suite on all devices (keep it up to date). Secure your wireless router. Disable file sharing and remote desktop. How should you respond? Report it! If you become a victim, do not panic. Do not do anything further on your computer. Contact a trusted IT professional who can try to isolate the threat. Report the incident to your local police force of jurisdiction. Additional resources for reporting include the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) - antifraudcentrecentreantifraude.ca - or call the CAFC at between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (eastern) on weekdays; the No More Ransom website nomoreransom.org, a tool that was developed by law enforcement and IT security companies globally to help victims retrieve their data; and for DND systems, consult your unit Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO). We strongly suggest you do not pay the ransom for the following reasons: No guarantee that your data will be recovered. May be extorted for more money after the original ransom is paid. You can make yourself a future target. Extortion via Ransomware is a criminal offence, and your money will be used to fund criminal activity and motivate them to victimize others. We understand you may have legitimate reasons for paying the ransom, however we still encourage you to report incidents even if you have paid a ransom demanded by extortionists. This article was originally published by the RCMP and was updated by 12 Military Police Flight for Totem Times readers.

10 10 TOTEM TIMES MAY 16, 2017 COMOX MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE 1575 Military Row CAFconnection.ca facebook.com/comoxmfrc Making a big deal about Wildlife Safety A big thank you to our facilitator Cpl David Carmichael for giving an educational and relevant workshop on Wildlife Safety. Cpl Carmichael covered topics such as the different types of wild animals found on Vancouver Island and what to do if you are confronted by them, some of the edible and poison plants local to the island, and where to find more resources online. The room was filled with the inquisitive minds of the 1st Comox Cub Scouts who had many thoughtful questions and stories. Some of the questions Cpl Carmichael answered included what to do if you come across a baby deer, what is the difference between grizzly bears and black bears, and what are the biggest wolves on Vancouver Island. The children really enjoyed when Cpl Carmichael showed them all what he meant when he said look BIG when confronted by a bear, cougar, or wolf. Overall, everyone had a great time and learned lots about how to stay safe when out in the woods. Engaging with Empathy Cooking 101 for kids Last non-instructional day eight youth spent the afternoon in Comox MFRC s Cooking 101 class. The afternoon was all about breakfast as the kids learned how to scramble eggs, bake muffins, and of course cook bacon. The class also covered kitchen safety rules such as how to use a knife properly and prevent kitchen fires. Everyone had a great time building their confidence in the kitchen. A similar youth program called Home Alone will be running on Saturday, June 10. Home Alone teaches youth about safety, responsibilities when home alone, and how to respond to emergencies. Offered to youth between the ages of 10 and 12 years old, this course is perfect for kids staying home alone for the first time over the summer. For more information about the Home Alone course and other great youth programing stop by the Comox MFRC or call Making small business ideas a reality Potential entrepreneurs participated in a 2 hour workshop about how to make their small business idea a reality. Dyan Spink, award winning business owner and business consultant, captivated her audience using real business examples from the Comox Valley and participants business ideas to illustrate many options for entrepreneurs today. Even though Dyan covered many different topics participants commented that information was very specific and practical. The workshop turning into a great networking opportunity as everyone shared their insights and provided feedback about others business ideas. The second part of this workshop series runs on May 25th. Beth Campbell-Duke will be elaborating on how to market a small business. For more information on this workshop please contact the Comox MFRC A competitive I have/had it worse because dynamic can easily establish itself during the experience of deployment. Sometimes it happens between the military member and their at-home spouse. Sometimes it s between two solo-spouse friends whose partners are both deployed. In any case, it is a destructive dynamic that can undermine the relationship and damage trust. Try responding to this behavior with empathy listen and validate what the other person is feeling. Agree on another time to talk about your experience rather than turning the spotlight onto yourself in that moment by one-upping the comment. If you feel yourself being drawn into this type of behavior, seek out people who will support you with empathy a friend, family member, or a moderated peer support group. If this sort of communication is challenging your marriage, consider working with a counsellor to develop greater empathy in your relationship. Want to know more? Contact MFRC Deployment Services. We don t always know when your military loved one is away, but we re always happy to assist. Contact MFRC Deployment Services for information about valuable programs and services available to meet the unique needs of your family during TD, IR or deployment. deploymentservices@comoxmfrc.ca, local 8310/6694 Youth volunteer appreciation party To finish off Volunteer Appreciation Week the Comox MFRC and 19 Wing PSP joined forces with CANEX to say a special thank you to the youth volunteers. 17 youth volunteers participated in a pool party complete with sundae bar, photo booth, and fun games. Youth volunteer in many different ways, from assisting with the MFRC youth drop-in programs, delivering program guides, and even putting on the occasional magic show. Cadets also volunteer their time with our larger events such as REXSPO. CANEX was especially generous donating prizes, including a Samsung tablet, a drone, and an action camera. Special recognition was given to Noah Hathaway who was presented with the Spirit of Military Families Commemorative Coin. Noah has been volunteering in the MFRC office working towards completing 100 volunteer hours so he can graduate from high school early. He has been a big help, and always eager to lend a hand. Everyone in the MFRC office has enjoyed his company and enthusiasm.

11 MAY 16, 2017 TOTEM TIMES 11 Bike to Work Week As you prepare to bike to work, it is important to remember some of the rules of the road to ensure your own safety and the safety of others. The Motor Vehicle Act, available through the Ministry of Transportation for British Columbia, provides a detailed explanation of the rights and duties of a cyclist. Some of the safety measures include: cyclists must wear an approved bicycle safety helmet; cyclists must not ride on sidewalks, unless signage dictates otherwise; cyclists must not ride right beside another cyclist (side by side); cyclists must stay on the ride side of the road, as close to the edge as permits; cyclists riding between a half hour after sunset and before sunrise must have a front light, a red reflector, a rear red light; and cyclists must indicate direction using hand signals. Benefits of Cycling to Work There are five great reasons to cycle to work: E.A.R.T.H. Economical. Riding to work is a great way to save money. Air quality. In the Comox Valley, transportation is the largest contributor to greenhouse gases, so by reducing the amount you drive, you can make a positive impact on the environment. Recreation. Cycling can be fun for all ages. It is a great way to connect our senses with nature and with the community. You may notice things you would have missed in a car: a morning bird song, dawn light reflecting on the mountain ranges, or an opportunity to saying hello to neighbours, walkers and other cyclists. Time. Save time. Trips under 5 km are proven to be faster on bike than in a car. Health. Cycling is a May 29 to June 2 Celebration Station: Military Row and Ryan Road - 6:30 to 8 a.m. low-impact activity that is great for aerobic fitness, maintaining a healthy weight, rejuvenating energy and releasing stress. Gearing Up for Commuting Riding to work doesn t have to mean head to toe spandex, but much of the cycling clothing is designed for comfort and visibility. Understanding the benefits of different items may help you prioritize. An approved bicycle helmet, securely fastened, is the law. Padded cycling shorts is worth the investment if riding longer distances. Cycling gloves pad the heels of the hands which may help in tension through the arms, shoulders and neck. Reflective clothing or tape, plus lights are must-haves. A reflective ankle strap will increase your visibility while keeping your pants from catching the front chain ring. Panniers - saddle bags that attach to the back of your bike - are great for toting in all your gear. You may also consider picking up a few spare parts. Cycling Routes in the Comox Valley The Comox Valley is so dense with trails and bike routes, you may be able to choose a different route for commuting every day of the week. There are many websites and maps to look at and some of your colleagues may know some secret back roads or trails to explore. Free websites like walkjogrun.net or mapmyrun.com are great for plotting your route, while the Comox Valley Bike to Work website has a lot of great tips and ideas: biketowork.ca/comox_valley. A joint venture between The Broken Spoke and the Mapping Centre resulted in the creation of the Comox Valley Bicycle Map. Visit thebrokenspoke.ca for more info or directions to store to view or purchase this map. Finally, visit activecomoxvalley.ca for a variety of downloadable maps for hiking and biking in the Comox Valley as well as links to view parks, trails and greenways. Bike Maintenance Basics A clean bike with provide a smoother, faster ride! Learning the basics of bike maintenance can save money, energy, and time. Wheels. Learn how to change a flat tire, and consider carrying spare parts. Brakes. Check your brakes regularly. Spin each wheel and apply the brake quickly the wheel should stop right away. If not, time to get the brakes tuned. Chain and gears. In our rainy climate, the chain and gears can get messy. Wiping an old rag over the chain after every ride is a simple way to try to keep the bike fairly clean. Regular application of bicycle chain lubricant will also lengthen the life of your bike parts. Visit biketowork.ca/comox_valley for information regarding Bike to Work Week 2017, and for a full listing of celebration stations throughout the Comox Valley. 19 Wing Comox Yacht Club Open House Members of the 19 Wing Defence Team are invited to join the 19 Wing Comox Yacht Club (19WCYC) for an open house and family day on Sunday, May 28 between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Goose Spit clubhouse located at HMCS Quadra. 19 Wing personnel and their families are invited to come see - and experience - what the 19 Wing Comox Yacht Club has to offer! Kayaking, paddle boarding and sailing! A complimentary BBQ and drinks will be available! Make this an extraordinary day! FITNESS SPORTS & RECREATION Located in the 19 Wing Fitness and Community Centre, 1575 Military Row Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Holidays: 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Military users only: 6 to 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday Fitness, Sports and Recreation: , local 7173/ 6989 Sports Stores Counter: , local 8315 CAFConnection.ca facebook.com/19wingcomoxpsp If you enjoy your newspaper, please let our advertisers know you saw them in the The Longest Running Newspaper in the Comox Valley Eligible out-of-pocket expenses: reimbursement of tax advisory services The Government of Canada will reimburse those who seek or have already obtained tax advice to address tax implications caused by problems with the Phoenix system. Employees may seek up to $200 in reimbursement for tax advisory services in relation to their 2016 or 2017 income taxes. Further information on filing a claim is available on the Phoenix website. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (RC) 19 Wing Chapel Sunday Mass: 10:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, and Thursday Sacrament of Reconciliation: upon request. Padre s Corner St. Michael and All Angels Protestant Chapel Sunday Worship: 10:00 a.m. Protestant Communion: celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. Bible Study: please contact Chaplain for the dates and times. Marriage preparation: please contact the Chaplain at least six months prior to date of wedding. Baptisms: please make an appointment with the Chaplain. For information contact the chaplains office at , local 8389.

12 12 TOTEM TIMES MAY 16, Squadron celebrates 75 years 442 Transport and Rescue Squadron will be marking their 75th anniversary with a weekend of celebratory events. All members of 442 Sqn, past and present, are invited to participate in honouring the Squadron and their rich aviation history on June 2 and 3. For more information on the 75th anniversary celebrations, visit the event website at 442sqn75th.blogspot.ca/. Registrations for the weekend - $75.00 per person will be collected via the website. Squadron members who are unable to attend can support the event by purchasing a 75th anniversary coin, available from the kit shop.