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Second World War Tribute Pin

To mark the 75th anniversary of Canada's engagement in the Second World War, living Canadian Veterans of the Second World War may request a special commemorative lapel pin and certificate of recognition. Any living Veteran of the Second World War, including any Canadian or Newfoundlander who served at least one day with Canadian forces or any other Allied force, including the Canadian or British Merchant Navy, are eligible to receive the tribute lapel pin and certificate.…

IE FOCUS 21 October 2014 - Well Done Awards

The Health and Safety Committee for the joint DGIEES/DCC NCR Project Management Office at 180 Kent Street Ottawa are the recipients of DND’s prestigious “Well Done Award” for excellence in workplace Health and Safety. This award is to recognize an individual (or group) who has significantly contributed to a safety program over and above the call of duty and/or who has prevented a serious accident that could have resulted in injury/fatality and/or damage/loss. This award has…

IE FOCUS 21 October 2014 - ADM(IE) Awards

In the moments following the "Amazing Race" lunch, Mr. Jaime Pitfield, ADM (IE), presented awards to seven individuals who have distinguished themselves during the past year. "Anyone in the community, regardless of where they serve can be nominated for these awards. This year, most nominees came from the National Capital Region IE Group so this gathering provides an excellent opportunity to present the following seven awards", said Mr. Pitfield. Stephanie Cowan - The…

Cold Lake Chapter is Open

The Cold Lake Chapter is now open, active and looking for new members.  Your initial contact is Capt Tony Walsworth Robert.Walsworth@forces.gc.ca or CWO Daniel Aubertin daniel.aubertin@forces.gc.ca

CDS Remembrance Day Message - Camps Vincent and Cirillo

On November 11th Canadians across the nation will mark with solemn remembrance the sacrifice of Canadian Armed Forces members who have served Canada with honour and distinction. We will reflect on the legacy of their achievements through the First World War and the Second, through the Korean conflict, and throughout the years of the Cold War, and more recent conflicts. In this, the year in which our military mission in Afghanistan ended, we will also look back on the…

USAR 416 TEC

5 Wing Goose Bay is supporting the USAR 416 TEC which began on June 7, 2014, and runs until August 29, 2015. the RCAF website has the full article U.S. Army engineering reservists undertake construction projects at 5 Wing Goose Bay. In addition, 5 Wing Goose Bay is hosting Ex Northern Sappers 15 which will began on January 27, 2015, and will run until February 17.

Eulogy – Adj/WO Patrice (Pat) Vincent

We are privileged to be able to post the eulogy that was delivered at WO Vincent's funeral. Click here. Nous sommes privilégiés de pouvoir poster l'eulogie qui a été livré à la funérailles de Adj Vincent. Cliquez ici.  

IE FOCUS 10 November 2014 - 8 Wing/CFB Trenton: Continues its Partnership with Energy Providers to Reduce Consumption

On Friday October 3rd 2014, Hydro One presented CFB Trenton with a $309,000.00 summary cheque during the Wing Forum at the Air Mobility Training Centre. This cheque represented all of the incentives that CFB Trenton has earned for their commitment to energy management and sustainability through the Ontario Power Authority’s Save on Energy Program. The Wing Construction Engineering Squadron has been very proactive over the past two years increasing the efficiency of building…

IE FOCUS 10 November 2014 - CME Challenge Run

Almost 170 people, both civilian, military and retirees, working within Engineering branches around the National Capital Region took part in the Engineers’ Challenge Run on Friday 17th October 2014. Also known as the CME Fun Run, this annual event draws together Engineers from across the National Capital Region in a friendly competition to make new friends, renew old acquaintances, and demonstrate the camaraderie that makes the Engineer family unique. Participants gathered…

IE FOCUS 10 November 2014 - DGIEES Awards

Carrie Fortier, DGIEES, used her second last day at work before retiring to present awards to 11 deserving individuals from her team. Congratulations to all. Khalid Bashir: In recognition of his commitment to the Quality Management Framework, in particular for his active contribution, above and beyond his normal workload, to the DCPD Quality Manual update and conversion to SharePoint for the benefit of the whole directorate. Nanette Fleisser: For support to her team and…