Summer/Fall r Fall r/ 2013

Newsletter of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (NW) highlighting stories, event events and accomplishment accomplishments within the CCO

Published under authority of

LCol Rob Kamphuis CO RCSU(NorthWest)

Publisher/Editor

Major Mike Lagace

Design/Layout Director

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Captain Christian Stenner of Calgary Alberta, sets new record after going almost a mile underground in Mexican caves.

COs Message P.2 Reaching Continued P.3 Foothills Officer Invested P.4 RCMP Officer Receives Award P.5 Top Army Cadet in Canada P.6 National Champion from Yellowknife P.7 Battle of the Atlantic Pilgrimage P.8-9 Aboard HMCS Protecteur P.10 Sea Cadet Receives Medal Twice P.11 Growing More Than Veggies P.12 Webster Memorial Competition P.13 Experiences That Last a Lifetime P.14 Once in a Lifetime P.15 Hubbell Award Scolarships P.16

Captain Kerry Walker

From The Editor

Our region continues to engage in great activitiesevents that provide challenge and growth for our cadets and officers. We are blessed with your contributions that allow us, in public affairs, to promote a great program to many of our key stakeholders. These stakeholders bind the Canadian Cadet Movement as one. Through their efforts, indeed your efforts, we proudly provide this issue that showcases the best our program has to offer. Be very proud of your cadets, friends and colleagues highlighted. Enjoy the 2013 SummerFall edition.

ast spring, a former Army Cadet from Edmonton, now a CIC officer with a Calgary-based Army Cadet Corps, celebrated with his international team of cavers in reaching to the lowest depth ever recorded in the Western Hemisphere- 1,545 metres. Captain Christian Stenner, 33, Commanding Officer of 2554 PPCLI Cadet Corps, spent seven weeks with his group navigating the Sistema Huautla cave system in Mexico, one of the

Reaching to the lowest depths

by Maj Mike Lagace

most remote places ever reached inside the earth. There was a real sense of remoteness being away from the world, Stenner recalled when living deep inside the chasm.

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Lieutenant-Colonel Rob Kamphuis assumed command of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (Northwest) in July 2012. An experienced Sea King helicopter pilot, hailing from Hamilton, Ontario, LCol Kamphuis had operational tours in Shearwater, NS, with 423 Squadron, and 406 Squadron where he eventually became the Commanding Officer. Graduating from the Rotary Wing Test Pilot Course in the United Kingdom, he had accumulated over 4,000 flying hours in 29 different aircraft types. He is a graduate of the Canadian Forces Joint Command and Staff Programme, and holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree and a Master of Defence Studies from the Royal Military College of Canada.

The Commanding Officer of RCSU(NW)

One Vision, One Mission, One Team!

Lieutenant-Colonel Rob Kamphuis

ith Christmas behind us, the tempo across our region continues to be

this evaluation have been accepted by DND, and the report is available at http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-reportspubs-audit-eval/index.page. The renewal initative is still in its very early stages, so it is much too early to say what specific areas of the program may be effected, or how. Indeed, the process will take place through a number of phases over the next five years and will involve getting input from numerous stakeholders in the program from both within, and outside of , DND. Of foremost consideration will be the best interest of the cadets themselves. I fully recognize that change implies uncertainty which can often lead to fear. And yet, nothing is more important to the very survival of an organization than change. For this reason, properly managing change is one of the core responsibilities of any and all leaders in an organization. As the renewal program gathers momentum, this responsibility will include communicating not just the what and how of change, but also the why. I am extremely proud of all the personnel who make up RCSU Northwest and their impressive accomplishments. Together, we have faced significant change in the recent past and have done so with an open mind and with firm resolve to make the program even better by keeping the cadets interest at the forefront of any initiative. Based on this, I have every confidence that we will be successful in even further improving what is already the best youth program in the country. One vision, one mission, one team!

extremely high as Corps and Squadrons head into the second half of the training year. Looking forward to Cadet Summer Training Centre operations, the HQ Staff in Winnipeg are already busy assembling the necessary resources and putting plans into action to ensure another successful summer training season. Amidst all this, in my travels this fall to various Corps and Squadrons across the region and through daily interactions with staff, I am consistently made aware of the impressive motivation, dedication, and hard work by all who support the cadet program, whether they be full-time, part-time or a volunteer. So, lets talk about the future. Change is on the horizon. As all of you are now aware, a number of significant initiatives at the strategic level of the Canadian Cadet movement have been grouped together and synchronized under one broad plan called the Renewal of the Cadet and Junior Canadian Ranger Programs. In the words of our Chief of Defence Staff, this effort will deliver a meaningful and sustainable program for many years to come, benefitting future generations of participants and Canada as a nation. One thing I should clarify- the cadet program renewal initiative is not just fancier terminology for budget cuts. One of the main drivers of the renewal initiative stems from the results of a comprehensive evaluation of the CCO recently conducted by the Chief Review Services. The results of

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Located in Sierra Mazatec mountains, the cave system has 17 entrances and endless different routes into the centre. Stenners group, made up of 40 people from around the world, managed to dive, swim, climb and descend through a labyrinth of pitch black tunnels. There were times where I have been in tight passage and had to squirm my way through, he recalled with his eight years of this unique exploration challenge. I remember my first experience with caving finding new passage ways that have never been seen. He continued, Ive never been stuck for too long- just long enough to get my way out. Stenner and his team had the grueling task of navigating eerie, water-filled abysses know as sumps. At one stage they swam underwater in darkness for 600 metres in a 28 metre deep river. During these dives, the group had no knowledge of where they were heading. Having differing climbing techniques, as compared to the Army Cadet Expedition ice and rock climbing training, ensured the ability for him to also get out. Some drops have been up to 300 feet, in complete darkness.

The group beat the previous record of 1,484 metres set nearby in the Cheve caves. The team spent up to ten nights underground at a time, sleeping in the cave and scuba diving flooded tunnels. The largest underwater sump was 600 metres long and 28 metres deep while the last sump reached was 440 metres long and 81 metres deep. Team members came from the UK, USA, Canada, Poland and Mexico, working tirelessly to haul ropes, camping equipment and scuba gear up and down. They set the record around three weeks into the exploration, before spending the next four weeks removing all their gear. Team member Jason Mallinson, from Huddersfield, England, reached the depth of 1,545 metres, the deepest anyone has been in the Western Hemisphere - and the eighth deepest in history. British Team leader, Chris Jewell, added, It was incredibly deep and incredibly remote. It was a challenge and adventure and it was physically very demanding. At the time the depth wasn't the most important thing, we were just pleased we ran a safe and smooth operation.

Foothills Officer Invested in Provincial Order

Captain Douglas Eaglesham recognized for determination and commitment

oothills Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron is extremely

the Squadron Sponsoring Committee - congratulations on this most deserved honour. The Lieutenant Governor of Alberta serves as chancellor of the Order and presided over the investiture ceremony in Edmonton last October. The Alberta Order of Excellence inductees for 2013 reflect the best traits the people of our province have to offer; innovation, determination and a deep-seeded commitment to serving others, said his Honour. I know that their stories and their many contributions will serve to inspire their fellow Albertans now and in the future. The Premier of Alberta, Mrs Alison Redford further explains the significance of this award. Some people will help us to define who we are, some people will challenge us in terms of how we do things. Some people will inspire our young leaders to carry on in their footsteps, so there might be a lot of different people that we are able to recognize for their contributions to the province through the Alberta Order of Excellence but when I think about why they are there, its because they are helping to build the future of the province.

honoured to announce that squadron officer Captain

Douglas Eaglesham, CD is among eight outstanding Albertans who were inducted into the Alberta Order of Excellence, the provinces highest honour. Capt Eaglesham was recognized by His Honour, Colonel (Ret'd) the Honourable Donald S. Ethell, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, this past fall for his remarkable contributions to the Highwood region through his achievements in community service. These include a dedication to youth programs, his longtime military commitment and his political service. Doug Eaglesham is the perfect example of what an officer in the Armed forces and a citizen of Canada should strive to be, said Captain Reid Habing, Commanding Officer of 187 Squadron. He has made a lifelong commitment to improve organizations and lives in a consistent and steadfast way. The communities of Okotoks, High River and Cayley have benefitted greatly from his selfless determination and I could not think of a more appropriate way to reward those efforts. On behalf of my officers, cadets and the parents of

Northern RCMP Volunteer Receives Award

Beckwith Trophy recognizes RCMP members working with cadet corps and squadrons
L to R Inspector John Bennet, Chief Superintendent Wade Blake Constable Derek Young, Captain Paul MacDonald, Capt Les Klapatiuk

2749 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps (RCACC)- knowing his community needed the time, mentorship and perspective that only an active policeman could provide. These many selfless hours were recognized formally on the 23rd September as he was presented with the Beckwith Trophy. The Beckwith Trophy was instituted back in the 1980's by John Beckwith who lived at Pine Point, NWT. He was involved with the local Army Cadet Corps at the time, and sponsored the Trophy to recognize RCMP members who worked with their local Squadrons and Corps within the NWT. On September 23rd, the Commanding Officer of RCMP 'G' Division Northwest Territories, Chief-Superintendent Wade Blake, North District Officer, Inspector John Bennet, and Staff-Sergeant-Major Al McCambridge, all traveled to Inuvik, NWT, and attended at 2749 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps (RCACC) to present the Beckwith Trophy for 2013 to Constable Derek Young, of Inuvik RCMP Detachment. Constable Young had been nominated for the award by

onstable Derek Young, of Inuvik RCMP Detachment, spent many hours of his own time working with his local army cadet corps-

the Commanding Officer of 2749 RCACC, Captain Paul MacDonald. The award presentation came as a complete surprise for Constable Young. Constable Young had been nominated for his many hours of volunteering with 2749 RCACC over his time in Inuvik. The citation on the award certificate read: As a volunteer instructor with 2749 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps for several years, Constable Young has created a mentorship relationship with the Cadets, and helped them to develop into contributing members of their community. He leads by example. He is always diligent, honest, and compassionate; and, possesses both an excellent sense of humour, and a great moral standing. He has given freely of his own time to help with Cadet activities both locally, and on Cadet trips out of the Territory. In a brief address to the Cadets on parade, Chief-Superintendent Blake commended the Cadets for getting involved with the Cadet Program, and used himself as an example of how the lessons learned in Cadets can be put to good use later in life by former cadets as they move on in their lives and careers.

League Recognizes Top Army Cadet in Canada

Walsh Award is the highest National Prize for Army Cadets

Cadet Chief Warrant Officer Srosh Hassan accepts Sword from Colonel-Commandant Ray Romses, OMM, CD

he Army Cadet League of Canada and the Royal Canadian Legion was pleased to announce that Cadet Chief Warrant

Alberta Branch, Brigadier-General (retired) Ray Romses, OMM, CD, who is also the new Colonel-Commandant of the Royal Canadian Army Cadets. C/CWO Hassan is an energetic and dynamic individual who has achieved recognition as an outstanding citizen of Alberta and Canada by receiving The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. In every aspect of her life, Cadet Hassan is a self-disciplined and conscientious person who has dedicated herself to her family, her school, her community, her mosque and Cadets. As a cadet, Srosh attended the National Army Cadet Summer Training Centre Connaught near Ottawa, ON, for the past three summers and has become a superb Marksman having gone to Bisley, England with The National Rifle Team in 2012. Back at her corps, as the Sergeant Major, Cadet Hassan is a model cadet for all to look up to. She is meticulous in her deportment even out of uniform. She has become an extremely confident and methodical communicator that can articulate her thoughts in mature conversation. She is highly respected by all she is associated with.

Officer Srosh Hassan from Edmonton, AB, of the 2551 Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Cadet Corps was named Canada's most outstanding Army Cadet and the recipient of the 2013 General Walsh Memorial Sword. The General Walsh Memorial Sword is the highest national prize for any Army Cadet. The award was created in 2004 by the Army Cadet League of Canada in partnership with Royal Canadian Legion, and named in honour of Lieutenant General Geoffrey Walsh, CBE, DSO, CD, who dedicated much of his time to the Army Cadet Program. Recipients of the award are chosen not only based on their performance as Army cadets but also for their community involvement and their academic standings. The Army Cadet League of Canada (Alberta) is both honoured and thrilled to hear that Cadet Srosh Hassan has been announced as Canada's Walsh Award winner. She is truly an exemplary cadet and an outstanding role model for the Army Cadet Program" said the President of the

Yellowknife Cadet Receives Top Honours

Cadet Melissa Clark 2837 Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps in Yellowknife receives the Clment Tremblay Award as Junior National Champion from Captain Peter Westlake
Photo by Corporal Colin Barrie, CFJIC A Sqn

fter a week of intense competition, five young men and women from 2837 Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps in Yellowknife proudly returned home with Gold medals in hand after representing the Northern Region of Canada at the 2013 National Cadet Marksmanship Championship held at Brock University in St. Catharines last May. After achieving success in a series of local and provincial competitions held over the past number of months these cadets moved on to compete at the National Championship where they competed against the very best among other Sea, Army and Air cadets from across Canada. In addition to a team win, 14-year-old Melissa Clark also shot her way to the top in the individual competition earning the title of Junior National Champion! When asked about earning the title she said, it's really exciting and I'm proud I made it all this way. While uncertain about her future, she noted that sticking with competitive shooting after her time in the Cadet program is definitely a possibility. The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence wished the very best of luck to all cadets competing in this final training activity noting that healthy competition, confidence, goal-setting and making new

friends from across Canada are just a few of the life skills that are effectively developed through the Cadet Marksmanship Program. Having the privilege to compete at this level is a testament to the hard work and dedication that these teens apply towards the Cadet Program and their sport. The Cadet Marksmanship Program is a recreational activity where cadets learn valuable skills and develop self-discipline, increased confidence and a sense of accomplishment. It has a rich and long tradition of excellence going all the way back to 1910 when Canada sent a team of Cadets to compete in Bisley, England. The 2013 Canadian Cadet Movement Marksmanship Championship Series included multiple levels of competition that allowed youth to participate in progressively challenging activities, culminating in this National Championship.

he cool damp Irish May breeze swept the countryside blowing from all directions with intermittent drizzle and heavy rains. Definitely conditions that would test the heartiest of souls, save one. And with that, LCdr Dave Fitzpatrick looked around, drew a deep breath, and claimed We did it; I can't believe we did it, it's so surreal, and we're here- this is amazing. Referring to the three years of planning, organizing and many obstacles and hurdles he encountered, as 23 sea cadets stepped upon the foreign soil of shamrocks, shillelagh's and the picturesque beauty of historic Ireland. LCdr Fitzpatrick , the Officer In Charge of Sea Training for Northwest region, envisioned sending sea cadets from the region to participate in the prestigious ceremonies commemorating the 70th Anniversary of the Battle of the Atlantic held in Londonderry, including the unveiling of Commonwealth Sailor's Monument by His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent. The Battle of the Atlantic was the longest campaign of the Second World War and perhaps the most important. Canada was a major participant and crucial to the Allied victory as large convoys of Royal Canadian Navy ships traveled from Halifax to Londonderry which served as a safe haven for Canadian Sailors and convoys. As with all battles, many Canadians never came back to the shores of Canada. For ten days the Pilgrimage provided the cadets many cultural experiences. Beginning in Belfast city, they visited the War Memorial and the Titanic's dock and pump house. Travelling along the Antrim Coast, to the world famous basalt pillars of Giant's Causeway. Arriving in Londonderry, the group, along with Irish Sea Cadets from nearby Portrush, was treated to reserve seating for the dedication service of the sailor monument at Ebrington peace square. Much to the surprise and delight of all concerned, Prince Michael of Kent, who made the official dedication, later met with a few cadets to welcome them to the city and event. The following day, the Battle of the Atlantic services continued as Cadet Haggai Lazaro from 344 Sea Cadet

by Capt Kerry Walker

The international sailor statute is a replica of the mariner statue in Halifax, Nova Scotia and pays tribute to the seamen from the 12 Allied nations who protected shipping convoys and thwarted the German blockade of Great Britain.

Corps, Calgary was honoured with being a flag bearer in the ceremonial parade to the Saint Columb's Cathedral. Marching with veterans as well as the other sea cadets was also a great experience, he said. My arm holding the flag was sore by the end of it but, all in all, I had a great time. Over the remainder of the pilgrimage, the group reached their final destination of Dublin and were thoroughly amazed by the likes of St. Patrick's Cathedral, Christ Church Cathedral and the Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship Museum. Cadet Scott Neufeld from Chinook, Lethbridge, reflecting on the trip said, this experience has been great for me and I wouldn't mind going back in the near future, I really liked the old architecture in Ireland. The scenery was beautiful. Already planning for the 75th Anniversary, LCdr Fitzpatrick envisioned larger cadet participation. The experience was excellent, the cadets and people amazing, the sites outstanding. For this Irish senior sea officer, his planning and organizing paid off in spades, or more correctly in this case, shamrocks.

he British Royal Prince Michael of Kent, joined World War II veterans and merchant seamen from a host of nations to mark the 70th anniversary of the turning of the tide in the Battle of the Atlantic. At the height of the raging sea conflict, Derry was host to up to 20,000 British Navy personnel, 10,000 Canadian and Newfoundlanders, more than 6,000 US personnel as well as many from the German occupied nations. Prince Michael of Kent laid a wreath at the Diamond War Memorial to mark the city's unique contribution to the Battle of the Atlantic. A special remembrance service was also held at St. Columb's Cathedral, Londonderry where Cadet Mark Novak from UNDAUNTED Sea Cadet Corps rang the ships bell for the service.

His Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent paid tribute to the 66,000 Allied merchant seamen, sailor and airmen who lost their lives in the Battle of the Atlantic.

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Sea Cadets Among Crew of HMCS PROTECTEUR

Cadet Petty Officer 1st Class Megan Kientz RCSCC Undaunted, Calgary

Cadet Petty Officer 1st Class Jean-Luc Labonte, from RCSCC Warrior, Edmonton

or four veteran sea cadets from the prairies, their early

I have realized how the ship's company is a big family. You don't always get along but then there is a job to do, everyone puts up their best and work as a team. Now that I have seen how the Navy works and the effort required, I can bring back all that knowledge to my home Corps for my cadets to really see where it all started, says Cadet PO1 Megan Kientz from RCSCC Undaunted in Calgary, AB, who wants to go to Art School. Cadet CPO2 Ashalyn Fidelak, from RCSCC Yukon in Rocky Mountain House, AB, spent his free time at the gym, exercising and wishing to stay in good shape despite his busy schedule. Amongst all things, he learned how important it was to be cooperative as a member of a team, otherwise, it destroys the efficiency of the team. Using common sense is also very important. CPO2 Fidelak is considering joining the Royal Canadian Army as a psychologist. I've realized how important the RCN and HMCS Protecteur's role is in keeping Allied Navies at sea longer. I have learned that if you don't work as a team, very little gets accomplished. About myself, I learned that I am much more determined that I thought I was. I am really looking forward to spend time in the Engine Room, said Cadet PO1 Jean-Luc Labonte, from RCSCC Warrior in Edmonton, AB

start in their school year took a turn to the west, via one

of Canada's greatest supply ships, the HMCS Protecteur, with an invite by the Royal Canadian Navy to be part of their 365 officers and crew and sail beyond ports of Hawaii. For close to three months, with a start in late-September, ten cadets from the west, including four from Alberta took the lifetime opportunity to become a member of a Regular Force deployment overseas to the Pacific Rim, reaching Hawaii and ports west of Hawaii. Commissioned in 1969, HMCS Protecteur's crew have been deployed to historic missions, including the Persian Gulf War of 1991, East Timor as part of an Australian-led peacekeeping mission and many drug interdiction operations. HMCS Protecteur is the sole oiler/replenishment ship in Canada's Pacific fleet. As such, she often accompanies the frigates and destroyers when they are on lengthy deployments. I have learned how to communicate better and be part of a team. It is a great opportunity to be on a ship and get a taste of what the military life is on board, says Cadet PO1 Allan Trumbley from RCSCC Yukon in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta.

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Sea Cadet Receives Medal Twice

First time a cadet received this medal in HMCS QUADRAS 57 year history!

ea Cadet Alex Berthelot from Royal Canadian Sea Cadet

Cadet Berthelot spent the past eight weeks in Comox at HMCS QUADRA Sea Cadet Summer Training Centre learning the engineering systems and duties on the Navy's Patrol Class Training ORCA Vessels. After completing this course, he is now qualified to act as a second Engineer aboard this 125 foot, 225 tonne vessel. Sea Cadets has given me opportunities to do things I never would have had the chance to do. It has taught me how to be a member of a team, determination and leadership, said the 16year-old recently qualified stoker. Adding to his extensive list of accomplishments, he received the Royal Canadian Navy Centennial Award and Bursary for the highest academic standing on the course.

Corps JERVIS BAY Saskatoon, was recently awarded the

Army, Navy and Airforce Veterans (ANAVETS) Medal of Merit. Cadet Berthelot was judged to be the top cadet out of 16 candidates attending the eight-week Marine Engineer Course at HMCS QUADRA Cadet Summer Training Centre. The ANAVETS medal of merit is awarded to the top cadet in each senior course at Cadet Summer Training Centres across Canada. Cadet Berthelot was selected based on his overall achievement on the course, leadership qualities, instructional abilities, dress and deportment, motivation, and cooperation with others. This is the second time Cadet Berthelot has received this medal, and is the first time a cadet has received this medal twice, in HMCS QUADRA's 57 year history.

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Community, self-improvement also blooming through gardening project

Photo and story by Dan Falloon - Canstar Community News

Cadets Growing More Than Just Veggies

L to R, Evan Evaniuk, Peter Martin, Lt Shari Howells, Lt Mike Gnutel and Riley Howells

The RCSCC #350 Transcona Sea Cadets took over five plots of the Transcona Community Gardens on Ravenhurst Street to help grow vegetables for the local food bank. The food will be meted out through the Transcona Food Bank at Transcona Memorial United Church. The cadets must perform community service each year, often doing projects like writing letters to soldiers overseas, visiting seniors in care homes, or donating canned goods to Weston-based Winnipeg Harvest. This year, a group of approximately 45 cadets wanted to take it a step further in cultivating the garden, which began with an initial planting over spring break after some intense research. The cadets and officers took care of plants at home before transplanting them to the garden in June. "We learned how to grow (vegetables) from seed and how to take care of them. We learned how careful you have to be with them," said 14-year-old Riley Howells. Really, we grew along with the tomatoes," added Evan Evaniuk, also 14. The cadets planted more than 150 tomato plants, as well as smaller quantities of squash, corn, onions, and peppers. Organizer Lt. Mike Gnutel hopes to harvest enough tomatoes

group of Transcona youngsters were inspired to harvest for Winnipeg Harvest.

to feed 400 families. Officers checked in on the garden every other day while cadets would tend to drop in once a week, meaning there was often someone at the garden to help its visibility. Gnutel, himself an avid gardener, hoped the next generation learned about nurturing plants through the experience. "Young people think everything is instantaneous," Gnutel said, adding he also learned plenty from the experience. "This isnt instantaneous. This was a work of love. You have to put seeds in those little individual containers, and they said Sir, nothing is ever going to grow. Nothing. From five packages of seeds, we got 140, 150 plants." Commanding Officer Lt(N) Shari Howells said garden founders Glenn and Debby Johnson were a major help to the cadets in getting their vegetables to bloom. The couple was more than happy to let the group use the land, which is owned by Transcona Alliance Church. Every year we donate spots to Winnipeg Harvest, and we grow the vegetables in those spots, look over them, and take care of them, Debby said. She and Glenn were involved as cadet leaders when they lived in Saskatchewan. In addition to the donated plots, a handful of local gardening businesses donated seed to the project.

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Saskatchewan Cadet Participates in National Competition

by John Cairns Staff Reporter The Battlefords News-Optimist

Cole Janostin former 43 Squadron Cadet

Cole Janostin was picked to participate in the Webster Memorial Flight Competition. He is a regional finalist that represented Saskatchewan with Millenium Aviation being his designated flight training unit, although Janostin points out he's done training with a number of different companies. He is one of nine regional finalists from across the country. This year's competition took place in August in Winnipeg. Janostin explains the competition had several components. There's a flight test, a simulator test and a written examination, and then we have to do a navigational exercise which is all about your navigational skills. There is a winner and a runner-up named once the competition is all wrapped up. The winner receives the Webster Memorial Trophy and several prizes, including a $1,000 grant towards a flight instructor rating, a position as a flight instructor with Brampton Flight Centre once qualified, a professional development day with the Snowbirds, and an Air Canada pass for two valid anywhere in the Air Canada system for Canada, the United States and the Caribbean. The runner-up receives the Eunice Carter Memorial Award and also receives a $1,000 grant towards a flight instructor rating and various additional prizes. All participants received plaques, prizes and various memberships, with everyone receiving a prize of personalized lithographs from the Snowbirds. Getting to this point is an achievement in itself for Janostin, who had to go through a major examination and beat out other

local area high school graduate was selected to participate in a competition for the top amateur pilot in Canada.

provincial competitors just to be selected. There is a flight test with Transport Canada designated examiner, said Janostin. Once you submit that, "for each region it's the highest mark that gets picked for the national competition. Janostin is a 2012 graduate of Hafford Central School and was a cadet in Squadron No. 43 in North Battleford for three years. He is now enrolled in the commercial aviation program at Okanagan College in Kelowna, B.C., and has begun his second year this past fall. He said he earned his glider pilot's license in the summer of 2011, and then his pilot's license in 2012. Janostin expects after his diploma program is over, I'm probably most likely to get a flight instructor's position, he said, because that's the easiest way to build hours before you can get a bigger job. Ultimately he sees himself working for the airlines. He describes flying as simply something I've always wanted to do since I was young. The Webster Memorial Trophy Competition is an annual one held since 1932 and named for John Webster, who lost his life in an aircraft accident at St. Hubert, Que. in 1931. Webster had been practicing to represent Canada in the Trans-Canada Air Pageant at the time. His father, Dr. J.C. Webster, founded the Webster Memorial Flight Competition and named it in his memory. The competition has been held annually since then, interrupted only briefly for the Second World War and then again in 1954. It is sponsored by Air Canada and supported by several other aviation organizations as well.

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Experiences That Last a Lifetime

by Marc Lagace UPAR at CSTC Cold Lake

ut of all the awesome experiences that cadets can have at CSTCs in the Northwest region, organizers at Cold

Adrian, who aspires to be a Search and Rescue tech himself one day, getting to see and hear from men and women who have achieved their dream job can be a life-changing moment. SAR demos and hangar tours have been done in the past, but this summer featured some outstanding events and opportunities that simply do not come around very often for CIC or CF members, let alone cadets. In the final week of camp, in what was kept a closely guarded surprise, a select number of cadets were chosen to receive rides in a Hercules and the aforementioned Griffon. The Hercules, stationed out of 17

Lake Air Cadet Summer Training Centre have used the camp's location at 4 Wing CFB Cold Lake to its advantage to provide cadets with memories to last a lifetime. A great working relationship with the squadrons at 4 Wing has allowed CLACSTC to offer cadets incredible opportunities to get acquainted with different aspects of the Royal Canadian Air Force. The events and activities serve a valuable purpose, as one of the core principles of the cadet program is familiarization with the Canadian Forces. Over 100 cadets had the chance to talk with the pilots and crew of F-18 Hornets and Griffon helicopters up close during hangar tours of 410 and 417 squadrons. 417 squadron took time out of their schedule to stage Search and Rescue (SAR)demonstrations for cadets from both survival courses. In one of the more spectacular SAR demos, the two SAR techs parachuted down from the Griffon helicopter, landing just in front of the cadets with pin-point accuracy. For cadets like Flight Sargent Joshua 14

Cadets watch as F-18 Hornet closes in and begins refueling.

Wing in Winnipeg, MB, took cadets up on a training mission as they did mid-air refueling runs for CF-18s. Thanks to the extra effort put in by members of the Canadian Forces who

volunteered their time to accommodate the CSTC's requests, the cadets were left with a lasting impression on what life and work is like with the Canadian Forces.

by Cadet WO Julian Audette 307 Stoneybrook Squadron - Steinback

lack Visor for coolness. With a remarkable casual voice,

Once in a Lifetime
The second part, on May 25, was the flight. We sat in on the squadrons briefing, and I saw the amount of preparation and professionalism that goes into a simple fly-by. They plan to avoid disturbing livestock, plan alternate airports for every leg of the journey and calculate precise fuel figures. Everything is done on a tight schedule. When we got in the jets, all nine pilots ran through their checklists in unison, and then taxi'd to the runway in flights of three. Take off was incredible, done in formation with no more than 4 meters between wingtips. Within 30 seconds, all nine aircraft were off the ground and formed up on the leader. The flight was a forty minute fly-by circuit of communities around Winnipeg, flying over LaSalle, Starbuck, Winnipeg Beach, Selkirk and St Andrews. As we approached the towns, they would tighten up formation; engage the smoke with a 360 degree overhead, which would pull around two and a half G's. As the flight came to a close, they once again turned on the smoke and did a flyby of Winnipeg International Airport. it was truly sad when the wheels touched down, but incredibly thankful towards both the Snowbirds for their friendship and professionalism, and to the people who made this happen the Air Cadet league of Canada and the Canadian Forces. 15

Captain Brett Parker kicked off what is arguably the most

unique experience I have ever had. I was strapped into the copilot seat of Number 3 Snowbird, just about to take off. With that, we flipped down the black visor on the flight helmet, despite the overcast skies. The snowbirds tour the country every summer, and at a few stops, they perform media flights. They invite public figures to come for flights in order to fulfill their roles as a voice for the Canadian Forces. There are probably 30 people who get this opportunity every year, and I was extremely fortunate to be one of them. Other people chosen in Winnipeg included John Sauder of CBC news, Ace Burpee of Hot 103 radio station, Melissa Tate of the Winnipeg Free Press, and a Superintendent of the Winnipeg Police Service. My encounter with the Snowbirds took place in two parts. Part one was the day before the flight, when all the guests were checked out on the ejection seats and emergency egress of the aircraft. Because the Snowbirds do not travel with a support unit, the seat check took place on the actual aircraft, with live ejection seats. They strapped on the life preserver and parachute and put us in the aircraft, where we were briefed on ejection procedures.

Major-General Pierre St-Amand, Commander, 1 Canadian Air Division guest speaker at prestigious dinner

he Hubbell Awards Incorporated is a small charity whose mission is to provide scholarships to cadets currently enrolled in a Manitoba unit who will continue their education at a civilian technical institute, college or university. Beginning in 2013 the program will provide six scholarships: three to air cadets; two to sea cadets and one to an army cadet. The distribution of the scholarships is based upon the number of youth enrolled in each element and the number who age out and qualify for post secondary education. Each scholarship has a value of $1,000.00. As the Trust Fund grows in value, so will the value of the scholarships. For more information visit the web at,

Hubbell Scholarships Awarded

Cadet CPO1 Taylor McNulty
received the Captain Gordon Farhni, DSC, MD Award

Cadet CWO Sylvie Atkinson

(father accepted) received the Lieutenant Laurence Sherman Award

Cadet WO2 Cadet CP01 Satkran Dhillon Jeremie Desmarais

received the 17 Wing Honorary Colonel Award received the Manitoba Navy League Division Award

Cadet Sgt Simon Park

received the LCol James R Popplow Award

Cadet FSgt Anthony Ferens

received the Flight Sergeant Fred Marean Award

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