THE BRIGADE SUMMER • FALL 2018

EAGLE'S NEST
EXERCISE GOLDEN COYOTE
FULL-TIME SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
EXERCISE JIMMY WEST

THE MAGAZINE OF 38 CANADIAN BRIGADE GROUP

THE ARMY RESERVES OF SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA AND NORTHWEST ONTARIO

38 CBG Commander, Colonel Geoff Abthorpe
38 CBG Sergeant-Major, CWO Rob Morris
Commander’s Message
Over the past 6 months, 38 Canadian Brigade Group
units and soldiers excelled at all tasks, deployments, and
training exercises that filled our calendars.
Domestically, our soldiers deployed in strength on
Operation LENTUS, assisting with the fires in British
Columbia. Internationally, our Territorial Battalion
Group impressed the US Army National Guard during
their deployment on EX GOLDEN COYOTE. Individually,
our units marked some tremendous milestones, from
the Royal Winnipeg Rifles’ 135th anniversary, to the
Saskatchewan Dragoons receiving their new Guidon;
and from the North Saskatchewan Regiment’s support
to BOLD EAGLE, to Thunder Bay Garrison’s support to
EAGLE’S NEST, we continue to expand our First Nation
programs. Graduating the largest BMQ I have had the
privilege of inspecting, and the implementation of Full
Time Summer Employment saw remarkable dividends
paid in the amount of courses and training conducted.
It is the training field where the officers and soldiers
of this Brigade truly shine, qualifying on the heavy
During a ceremony held on September 29, 2018 at 17 Wing in Winnipeg, 38 Canadian Brigade Group Commander Col Geoff
Abthorpe, pictured middle, oversaw the Change of Stick ceremony where outgoing 38 Canadian Brigade Group Sergeant-
Major (BSM) CWO Dan Sembalerus, pictured right, officially passed the pace stick to incoming BSM CWO Rob Morris.
Brigade Sergeant-Major's Message
I was extremely honoured to take over the position of
Brigade Sergeant-Major for 38 Canadian Brigade Group
(CBG) last August.
I come from the eastern flank of the Brigade as
Regimental Sergeant-Major for the Lake Superior
Scottish Regiment. Through collective training,
professional development exercises, and as the
Territorial Battle Group Sergeant-Major, I have had the
opportunity to observe and work alongside some of the
finest soldiers in the Canadian Army.
As I have witnessed over many years, 38 CBG continues
to be a forerunner in providing skilled soldiers when
and where they are needed. The response for domestic
operations when Canada calls is inspiring, and as our
climate continues to be unpredictable, and the need for
the Canadian Army to assist fellow Canadians grows,
I am proud to see that 38 CBG continues to lead the
charge and set the example for others.
Exercise GOLDEN COYOTE is an impressive example of
our skilled soldiers deploying to South Dakota to conduct
a joint exercise with the United States Army National
Guard. The U.S. Commanders shared high praise on the
quality and dedication that you demonstrated; even when
temperatures reached record scorching temperatures,
machine-gun and the automatic grenade launcher as
part of the Direct Fire Support Mission Task. A special
acknowledgement goes out to 38 CBG Artillery, who
conducted the most gun salutes in a year, and concurrently
ran the first Reserve M777 Conversion Course; all this is
while we see a shift in attitudes to attract more recruits to
serve their nation, and to participate in more initiatives to
help retain and accommodate those willing to grow within
their Army Reserve career.
All of these activities require the dedicated leadership of
my Brigade who work tirelessly to grow and to train world
class soldiers – operational troops – for service to their
country. We are truly the workhorses of 3rd Canadian
Division and we continue to set the highest of standards.
I am privileged to command the professional group of men
and women in uniform, and the units they represent, that
you will read about in this edition of The Brigade.
Ever Forward, Never Back.
Colonel Geoff Abthorpe
Photo Credit: Lt Stacie Nelles
you carried on. Ever Forward!
Fort William First Nation hosted our Thunder Bay units
as they conducted EAGLE’S NEST, a camp for Indigenous
youth, this past August. It was a success because of the
support throughout the Brigade that cannot be spoken of
highly enough. The positive feedback from the community
and elders was staggering, this being another story of
accomplishment for Canadian Army Reserve soldiers
giving of themselves, making their communities better,
and shaping lives for future success. They did an amazing
job.
Speaking of shaping lives, this is echoed throughout our
geographic area as I hear of events involving 38 CBG
members outside of military training who happened upon
difficult situations. Instead of turning a blind eye and
continuing on, our soldiers showed “what right looks like”
and assisted members of the public, strangers, in their
time of need. Extremely well done to you all, and thank
you.
I look forward to continuing my service with 38 CBG in
my new position as Brigade Sergeant-Major as we move
forward into 2019.
Chief Warrant Officer Rob Morris
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On the Cover: A member of 38 Canadian Brigade

Group Artillery Tactical Group loads a live round into
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the M777 Howitzer during Exercise LIMBER GUNNER
held October 26 - 28, 2018 at CFB Shilo in Manitoba.

Saskatchewan Dragoons
Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

Back Cover: Members of 38 Combat Engineer

Regiment take part in assault boat training on the
7 Guidon Presentation
Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba during Exercise
RIVER ASSAULT ’18 held on September 18, 2018.
Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

This magazine was published

under the authority of Colonel 7 Virginia tattoo
Geoff Abthorpe, Commander
38 CBG.

Editors
Lt Stacie Nelles
Royal Winnipeg Rifles
2Lt Natasha Tersigni
2Lt Maxime Cliche
12 Legacy Stone Project
Sgt Andrew McManus

Photojournalist
2Lt Natasha Tersigni
2Lt Maxime Cliche

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Cpl Miguel Moldez

Graphic Designer
Exercise Golden Coyote
2Lt Natasha Tersigni
For more information about
38 Canadian Brigade Group or
to submit articles for future
publications, please contact
Stacie.Nelles@forces.gc.ca or call
204-833-2500 ext. 6543.
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Major Jason Quilliam Awarded
CJOC Commendation
Major Jason Quilliam, Officer Commanding (OC) of 2 Squadron, 38 Signal
Regiment in Regina, was awarded the Commander Canadian Joint Operations
Command (CJOC) Commendation at 3rd Canadian Division Headquarters in
Edmonton on November 16, 2018. This commendation, presented by Lieutenant
General Rouleau, Commander CJOC, recognizes Major Quilliam for his efforts
while deployed with the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic
Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). It reads:
"Major Quilliam deployed to the Democratic Republic of Congo from May
to November 2017. In his dual role as the Coordinator for the Deputy Chief
of Staff of Operations and Plans and the Task Force Adjutant, he produced
high-quality staff work and ensured that brigades were fully supported in
conducting offensives against armed groups across a vast area of operations. He
also drafted a wide variety of mission documents in response to the changing

geo-political environment and new mandate from the United Nations Security
Council. Moreover, he deftly diffused tense diplomatic standoffs discreetly and
professionally. Through his exceptional leadership, Major Quilliam has brought
great credit to himself and the Canadian Joint Operations Command."
A former Regular Force Military Police Officer, Major Quilliam component
transferred to the Army Reserve in 2011. In his civilian life he is the Chief
of Protocol for the Government of Saskatchewan where, as an Executive
Director in the Provincial Public Service, he leads a team that manages Royal,
Vice Regal, and Diplomatic visits to the province, as well as state ceremonial
events, the province’s Honours and Awards program, and other programs
celebrating the history and heritage of the prairie province.
“The opportunity to deploy with the United Nations has been a career goal
since I joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1997,” Maj Quilliam said.
"My father served in Egypt with the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry
in the 1970s, and my grandfather served in the original UN Mission to the
Congo with the Royal Canadian Corps of Signals in the early 1960s. So to be
able to wear the blue beret in the service of my country was a highlight of
my career. I’m lucky for the cooperation between the Canadian Armed Forces
in selecting me for the position, and the Government of Saskatchewan for
wholeheartedly supporting my overseas deployment."
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
announces support for
Reservists
A memorandum of understanding was signed on Monday, June 4,
2018, between the British Columbia Institute of Technology and Saskatchewan
Polytechnic with National Advanced Placement and Prior Learning (N-APPL).
This agreement paves the way for the knowledge, skills and abilities acquired
through military training and experience to be applied as credit towards a
certificate, diploma or degree programs.
The N-APPL program evaluates and recognizes skills and expertise acquired
through military training to fast-track military members to a credential. N-APPL
uses a collaborative approach between post-secondary schools Canada-wide.
With this new ally the N-APPL can offer more possibilities for current and
former military members.
“It is with great pleasure that I am here today to witness the signing of this
Memorandum of Understanding that will bring our valued members closer to
their education goals, whether to further their military career, or to gain brand
new skills towards a rewarding civilian career,” said Colonel Geoff Abthorpe,
Commander, 38 Canadian Brigade Group.
“Being able to link skills and knowledge gained throughout a military career to
a new education program means that members with a history of service can
leverage their time-earned talents towards future career success.”

Major Jason Quilliam Officer Commanding (OC) of Regina's 2 Squadron 38

Signal Regiment, pictured middle, is presented the Canadian Joint Operation
(CJOC) Commendation by CJOC Commander Lieutenant General Mike Rouleau,
pictured right, and CJOC Chief Warrant Officer Chief Petty Officer First Class Gilles
Gregoire during a ceremony held on November 16, 2018 at the 3rd Canadian
Division Headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta.
Photo Credit: Lt Stacie Nelles
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Operation LENTUS '18
By Second Lieutenant Natasha Tersigni, 38 CBG Public Affairs Photo Credit: Bdr Eric Duhaime

With the Province of British Columbia experiencing the worst wildfire season on record,
47 soldiers from across 38 Canadian Brigade Group (CBG) units answered the call in late
August to deploy on Operation LENTUS 18-05 to assist firefighters battling the blazes.
Departing Winnipeg on September 6, 2018, the soldiers spent two days in Edmonton
learning about wildfires and how to properly conduct their fire suppression tasks.
Following their training the troops were sent to Princeton, British Columbia where
they spent two weeks working closely with firefighters conducting "mop-up activities".
Soldiers from 38 CBG were tasked with digging firebreaks, looking for hotspots and
dousing areas with water to prevent further flare ups, thus allowing firefighters to focus
their efforts on larger blazes.
“My section was mainly tasked with hot spot searching. We would search for any types
of smouldering in the bush because roots are prone to burning and they will quickly
spread the fires underground,” explained Bombardier Eric Duhaime of Kenora’s 116
Independent Field Battery, who added this was his third time on a domestic operation
in a year and a half. In the winter of 2017 and 2018 he was deployed to B.C. with
Operation PALACI, which works to control avalanches in the province.
“We did some hose work as well where we would spray the hotspots and soak the
ground so there would be no risk of ash blowing and spreading the fire.”
Having joined the North Saskatchewan Regiment as an infanteer just five months prior,
Private Teara Morris was surprised to learn that she was also able to deploy on Op
LENTUS.
“Watching the fires on the news and seeing how bad it was and how much land was
being destroyed, I thought this was my opportunity to help,” said Pte Morris.
“It was long days and we spent a lot of time hiking up mountains and into the bush
extinguishing hotspots, but the work was very rewarding.”
With weather cooler and dryer than predicted, the firefighters were able to bring the
fire under control and soldiers from 38 CBG re-deployed to Winnipeg on September 17
to spend the last week of their contract taking part in various training opportunities.

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 Photo Credit: Cpl Miguel Moldez

EAGLE'S NEST 2018

By Lieutenant Stacie Nelles, 3 8 CBG Public Affairs

The Canadian Army’s EAGLE’S NEST, a cultural awareness, leadership, and skills
training camp for Indigenous youth was conducted over seven training days at
Fort William First Nation, Northwest Ontario, in August, 2018. Twenty-seven local
youth and Junior Canadian Rangers aged 11-15 benefitted from this year’s program
which concluded with a graduation ceremony for participants on August 11.
Participants were immersed in a military-style camp complete with modular tents,
early morning physical training, and camouflage paint. The youth benefitted from
lessons that taught not only practical field craft skills like improvised shelter
building, how to read a compass, and camouflage techniques, but also cultural
awareness activities taught by elders such as learning about traditional medicines.
While this all sounds very serious, rest assured, the goal of this camp is
communications and relationship building. Although several of the things taught
to the youth are similar to the more disciplined Basic Military Qualification Course,
this camp is by no means a recruitment event. The focus is on fun and comradeship
in an atmosphere that aligns with a kids’ summer camp. EAGLE’S NEST is the
source of many “firsts” for both participants and soldiers; this was the first time
many of them experienced a sweat lodge, for example.
“EAGLE’S NEST is an exceptional opportunity for community engagement that only
the Canadian Armed Forces can provide, said Chief Warrant Officer Joel Pederson,
Indigenous Advisor for 38 Canadian Brigade Group. “This year is unique as it is the
first urban-centric Eagle’s Nest, an opportunity for Army Reserve Units in Thunder
Bay to embrace the true meaning of reconciliation. To build a relationship with
the Fort William First Nation – this will assist in building a healthy and positive
community for all.”
The Lake Superior Scottish Regiment lead the 38 Canadian Brigade Group effort
in conducting this Indigenous youth camp with FWFN, strengthening community
relations within the Thunder Bay area, and reinforcing the common values upheld
by both communities through the provision of an engaging, military skills training
and indigenous cultural opportunity. 

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Saskatchewan Dragoons consecrate new unit guidon

By Second Lieutenant Natasha Tersigni, 3 8 CBG Public Affairs

To honour the sacrifices and dedication that members of the

Saskatchewan Dragoons made during various tours of duty in
Afghanistan, the Army Reserve unit consecrated a new guidon in a
ceremony held at 15 Wing Moose Jaw on November 3, 2018. The new
guidon now proudly displays the Afghanistan battle honour, the first
battle honour to be added to the Saskatchewan Dragoons' guidon since
the Battle of Valenciennes (First World War).
A guidon is a flag with the colours of a cavalry regiment typically
emblazed with a unit’s battle honours. The Saskatchewan Dragoons' first
guidon was given to the unit in 1970 by the Governor General of Canada
His Excellence The Right Honourable Roland Michener. It displays ten of
the unit’s 17 battle honours from World War I. At 48 years-old, the guidon
is the most sacred possession of the unit representing the unit, its history
and its members: past, present and future.
“There are many people that could look at this guidon as simply a banner
flown by a military unit, but this guidon represents so much more than
that. Not only is it our rallying point for all of our soldiers, it is a symbol of
our individual solemn oaths to our country and to our Queen,” explained
Saskatchewan Dragoons Commanding Officer, Major Gillian Dulle.
“When I look at this guidon I see the history of every soldier who has
served under it. Whether it was the 95th Rifles, the 60th Rifles, the
South Saskatchewan Regiment, the Kings Own Rifles of Canada, the
46th Battalion, the 128th Battalion and most recently the Saskatchewan
Dragoons. It is our living history of every sacrifice every soldier from
those units have made, not only in war time but by the simple fact that
we are soldiers.”
Overseeing the consecration of the new guidon and presenting the
Saskatchewan Dragoons with their Afghanistan Battle honour was the
Lieutenant Governor for Saskatchewan his Honour Tom Molloy.
“The guidon represents all who have served in this proud regiment
founded in 1905. We owe much to past members including those who
died on duty,” said Lieutenant Governor Molloy.
“Thank you for honouring their sacrifice through your service.” S ummer • F a l l 7
Virginia International Tattoo
By Warrant Officer Dan Locke, Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada
The Pipes & Drums of the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada
(Cameron of C), with augmentees from the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada,
traveled to Norfolk, Virginia to take part in the 2018 Virginia International
Tattoo in Norfolk from April 26 - 28. This year’s event included more than 950
performers and 38,000 attendees from ten countries over its week-long run, of
which the Camerons' contingent was the only Reserve Force element invited.
Following a full day of travelling, the Pipes & Drums headed straight into
rehearsals alongside their Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) colleagues from
8 Wing Trenton, 12 Wing Shearwater, and 14 Wing Greenwood. With nearly
a hundred pipers and drummers behind them, the massed band was led by
British Army Senior Pipe Major, Warrant Officer First Class Ross McCrindle,
and Scots Guards Drum Major, Sergeant Rab McCutcheon.
After just two days to coordinate the drill and put the final touches on music,
the show marked its debut with a ‘Special Audience Night’. This annual
tradition provides a unique opportunity for those with special needs who
may have difficulty attending public performances, because of disabilities
that include sensory or behavioural components, to enjoy the performance
in a relaxed setting. There are additional volunteer staff on hand to assist
with mobility issues, an audio description available for those with vision
impairments, and a written description for anyone who may have difficulty
hearing the narrative components of the show.
“The Tuesday night performance was undoubtedly one of the highlights of
the trip. You would be hard-pressed to find a warmer and more enthusiastic
audience,” commented Cameron of C musician Corporal Paul Turner.
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In addition to the Tattoo shows, the Cameron of C band were asked to
perform and visit with students at Larrymore Elementary School. After
seeing the reactions of 200 first and second grade students who had
never heard bagpipes or drums in person, it was easy to understand why
these community outreach events are a perennial favourite of the festival
performers. Following the performance, the band participated in an
interactive session during which audience members were encouraged to
try the pipes and drums, and to ask questions about Canada, the Canadian
Armed Forces (CAF) and military music.
The Cameron of C also provided a number of solo pipers to greet tour groups
and to provide some mid-day entertainment for visitors in Norfolk’s scenic
Waterside District.
“It’s always great when we have an opportunity to introduce people to the
Regiment and the Pipes & Drums. We have such a strong Scottish influence
in so many Canadian Army units; it’s easy to forget the pipe band is a real
novelty in a lot of communities. Showing people that piece of the CAF’s
history and heritage is probably my favourite part of taskings like this,” said
Cameron of C musician Private Neil Buchanan.
The Virginia International Tattoo presents a unique opportunity for CAF bands
to work alongside our NATO partners, perform with musicians from around
the world, and engage with the local communities of Canada’s closest ally.
The members of the Cameron of C found the experience to be incredibly
rewarding and would like to thank the organizers for the opportunity to
participate in this truly outstanding event.
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Highlanders of Canada
Installation Parade
The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada (Cameron of C), Winnipeg-based
Army Reserve Infantry unit, welcomed their new Commanding Officer Lieutenant-
Colonel Hugh Atwell to the Regiment on October 16, 2018 during an Installation
Parade held at Minto Armoury in Winnipeg, Manitoba. During the ceremony
Honourary Colonel Nick Logan presented LCol Atwell with the Regimental colours.

Photo Credit: Cpl Miguel Moldez

WSO Performance
In honour of Remembrance Day, The Royal Winnipeg Rifles Regimental band
performed at Winnipeg's Centennial Concert Hall on November 9, 2018, before the
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra’s (WSO) show Ravel, Britten, Shostakovich – In
Remembrance. The WSO show commemorated the 100th anniversary of the end of
the First World War, and featured renowned British violinist Tasmin Little.
During their pre-concert performance, the Regimental band performed pieces
relevant to the First World War including Roses of Picardy, Keep The Home Fires
Burning, Till We Meet Again, and a march called Vimy Ridge.

Honourary Colonel Nick Logan of The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada,
pictured middle, presents the unit’s incoming Commanding Officer Lieutenant-
Colonel Hugh Atwell with the Regiment’s colours during the Installation Parade.

Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

The Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada incoming Commanding Officer

Lieutenant- Colonel Hugh Atwell addresses his troops for the first time following an
an Installation Parade held at Minto Armoury in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 16,
2018
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Mountain Man Challenge
Seven members of 38 Canadian Brigade Group took to the challenge and participated
in the mentally and physically demanding Mountain Man Challenge held in Edmonton,
Alberta on September 6, 2018. Members included Lieutenant Colonel Stacy Grubb,
Captain Anthony Liberatore, Master Corporal Matthew Reed, Corporal Braydon
Doncaster and Corporal Auston Phongsavath of The Royal Regina Rifles; and Sergeant
Jonathon Mailman and Captain Ward Lentz of 16/17 Field Ambulance.
The Mountain Man Challenge is an annual military-style triathlon hosted by 1
Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group in Edmonton. Race participants complete four
parts of the event including a 29km run with a 15kg rucksack; a 3.2 km canoe portage
with rucksack; a 11.2km canoe paddle and a 4.8km run with rucksack to the finish line.
Little’s Big Hero
Master Corporal Levi Luka of The Royal Winnipeg Rifles and MCpl Christian Colton
from 38 Canadian Brigade Group Headqaurters were both honored on November 16 at
the MTS Centre during the Jets home game against the Buffalo Sabres. The invitations
came from the Little’s Big Hero program, an initiative to honour military members over
the length of the 2018-19 hockey season.
They each received two tickets for the game and a pre-game meal. The two members
had the chance to meet Bryan Little and received a signed jersey from him. During the
game, the announcer presented a short biography of both members, while they both
appeared live on the big screen.

Master Corporal Levi Luka and Master Corporal Christian Colton and their guests
were invited to the November 16 Winnipeg Jets game part of the Little’s Big Hero
program that honours military members.
Pictured left to right: Melanie Colton, MCpl Colton, Winnipeg Jets player Brian Little,
MCpl Luka and Amanda Luka.

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 Roughriders CAF Appreciation
To thank Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members for their service, the Saskatchewan
Roughriders held a CAF Appreciation day on October 8, for the game they hosted against the
Edmonton Eskimos. Members of 38 Canadian Brigade Group were invited to the game and
cheered with fans as the Riders beat the Eskimos 19 to 12.

Exercise NORTHERN PURSUIT

Members of Saskatoon's 46 Engineer Squadron of 38 Combat Engineer Regiment took
part in Exercise NOTHERN PURSUIT August 24 - 26, 2018, in La Ronge, Saskatchewan.
The adventure training exercise included 20 km of canoeing across eight lakes plus seven
portages ranging 100 - 500 metres in length. The training was an opportunity for soldiers
to exercise their survival skills and to live in austere conditions, while promoting team
building and unit cohesion before the start-up of the training year.

Following the October 8 Saskatchewan Roughriders CAF Appreciation game held

at Mosaic Stadium in Regina members of The North Saskatchewan Regiment were
invited down to field level including, pictured left to right, Corporal Jacob Ryan, Cpl
Brandon Parr and Cpl Dyson Panko.

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The Royal Winnipeg Rifles:
Legacy Stone Project
By Second Lieutenant Maxime Cliche, 3 8 CBG Public Affairs
Just one day after The Royal Winnipeg Rifles celebrated their 135th anniversary,
current members and veterans gathered in Vimy Ridge Memorial Park in Winnipeg
for the unveiling of the new refurbished regimental monument. Despite the cold,
a crowd of more than 150 people joined the Regiment for this celebration on
November 10. Distinguished members from the government and civilians, including
Her Honour the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba Janice Filmon and the Mayor of
Winnipeg Brian Bowman, were present for the unveiling.
The Royal Winnipeg Rifles built the original monument in 1992, but with time the
monument lost some of its splendor. Three years before their 135th anniversary
The Royal Winnipeg Rifles Senate decided to initiate the Legacy Stone Project to
refurbish the monument. Three hundred black commemorative stones were added
at the base of the original monument. Those stones are honoring friends, loved
ones, and past members of the regiment.
"It is a great day for the Regiment, to unveil a brand-new memorial that will be
here forever, and to recognize the soldiers who have served in the regiment, and
those who will serve," said Retired Major-General Dennis Tabnernor of The Royal
Winnipeg Rifles Regimental Senate.
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"I think it is important that we renew these monuments regularly. The original stone
was put up there a couple of decades ago and it was starting to show its age, but
we were able to get it refurbished."
Planning for the project began over two years ago. About $86,000 in funding came
from the Regiment's own foundation; the city of Winnipeg and Veterans Affairs
Canada each funded $50,000, and the Winnipeg Foundation added $20,000 to the
contribution.
The work started in the spring of 2018 and ended a week before the celebration. It
wasn’t easy to make all this possible.
"The Rifles Memorial marks a point of remembrance and a tribute to those of the
past, those of the present, and those of the future, and certainly to those who have
paid the ultimate sacrifice," explained The Royal Winnipeg Rifles Commanding
Officer Lieutenant Colonel Dennis Desrochers.
"The monument is critically important because it serves as a reminder and engages
the next generation, the new soldiers, in the aspect of ensuring that remembrance
is always first and foremost of the sacrifice of all those who participated in the
various wars and conflicts of which The Royal Winnipeg Rifles were a part."

Local dignitaries, including Her Honour Manitoba Lieutenant-Governor Janice
Filmon and Mayor of Winnipeg Brian Bowman, unveil the commemorative stone
during the 135th Anniversary ceremony held at Vimy Ridge Memorial Park in
Winnipeg on November 10, 2018.
The Royal Winnipeg Rifles Commanding Officer LCol Dennis Desrochers leads
the Regiment to the service.
The Legacy Stones are revealed during the service.
Manitoba Lieutenant-Governor Janice Filmon addresses the Regiment and
guests.
Photo Credit: 2Lt Maxime Cliche
The Time Capsule
Earlier this fall, The Royal Winnipeg Rifles (R Wpg Rif) celebrated the 135th
anniversary of their proud history. Many celebrations were held to remember
the past achievements of the Regiment, but one in particular had a unique
angle. On November 6, members and veterans from the Regiment met at Vimy
Ridge Memorial Park in Winnipeg with their focus fixed towards the future.
Together the group buried a Regimental time capsule that is scheduled to be
opened on the Regiment’s 175th birthday, 40 years from now.
A time capsule is an historic container of goods and objects which is intended
to be transmitted to future historians, anthropologists, or in this case, future
Riflemen. It is an unusual way to communicate with future generations by
showing them items of the present so they can get a better understanding of
what the Regiment was like decades ago.
The R Wpg Rif time capsule contains multiple artifacts linked to the Regiment's
history: photos, brochures from The Royal Winnipeg Rifles Foundation,
letters, and nominal rolls from the Senate. Even a single silver lapel pin for the
recipient of the Prince of Wales Trophy is included, and will be given to the
winner of this honour in 2058.
"It was considered essential that we provide as much information to the future
generation of what the Regiment is today. For only by understanding your past,
can you forge ahead with your future," explained the President of The R Wpg
Rif Association, Major Brian Orton.
The time capsule was buried in the ground by Corporal Garrett Roman and
Rifleman Brody Southby. The idea is that these two young members of the
Regiment will, in 40 years, be present and uncover the capsule.
"No matter where life takes you, you will always remain an essential part of
the Regiment. Remember you are and will always be a Rifleman," said Major
Orton to the two soldiers.
To complete the ceremony a memorial stone was placed on top of the burial
site to seal the time capsule. From this moment, the countdown begins until
the next generation can open the time capsule. With that box lies information
and hopes for the future.
"To create a better future, not only for the Regiment but for the community and
Country we serve. It is with those thoughts and hopes that we pass the torch
to the future Riflemen of The Royal Winnipeg Rifles,” said Maj Orton.
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 EXERCISE GOL
With positions on international military training exercises in short supply for Canadian Army Reservists, 59 members of 38 Canadian Brigade Group (CBG)
jumped at the chance to attend Exercise GOLDEN COYOTE 2018 (Ex GC18).
Held in the Black Hills region of South Dakota from June 8 - 22, Ex GC18 is hosted by the South Dakota Army National Guard (SDANG) and includes close
to 2,100 military members. The exercise is primarily targeted at combat support and combat service support units and includes several community and
humanitarian aid projects that will benefit communities in South Dakota.
This year 38 CBG, an Army Reserve brigade made up of 13 units located in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and North West Ontario, formed the Task Force 38
Headquarters. This is the second year that 38 CBG has staffed the headquarters located at Custer State Park, South Dakota and for 2018 it is under the the
command of Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Mykytiuk, Commanding Officer of the North Saskatchewan Regiment in Saskatoon.
This training exercise makes for an excellent opportunity for 38 CBG to partner with the SDANG, while carrying out humanitarian missions, engineering
projects, and medical aid training, along with a Quick Reaction Force.
For Canadians out on Ex GC18, access to this type of training where they interact with American counterparts in a threat environment with an opposing force
is highly valued, lending elements that are different from training back in Canada.
"The support we are getting from the South Dakota National Guard has been outstanding and has allowed us to really leverage our own training objectives.
Working with the Americans, we get access to a lot of resources we normally wouldn’t see,” said Mykytiuk who added that every Canadian solider, including
himself, is being exercised to a high level.

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DEN COYOTE
“For myself, I have resources that I don’t normally have access to and I am actually getting a chance to exercise command at this level which is hard to get back
at the unit because you don’t have that critical mass. This is one of the very few opportunities I have to command at the battalion level; here I have close to 600
people under my command.”
This year, Task Force 38 includes an infantry platoon taking part in the various training tasks that the exercise has to offer. With the infantry soldiers on the
ground, Task Force 38 was able to establish a Quick Reaction Force – a military unit capable of rapidly responding to developing situations, typically to assist
allied units in need of such assistance.
“The addition of the Quick Reaction Force (QRF) was a really great opportunity for our infantry soldiers but also for the larger camp,” said LCol Mykytiuk who
added it is also of benefit to American units as well.
“Some of the larger National Guard units such as the medics are taking advantage of the fact that we have this dynamic operation capability. Normally they train
on their own, but this way they have a combat arms experience and they can exercise with them.”

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 ARMY RESERVE
Full-time Summer Employment Program

Earn up to $17, 000

TALK TO YOUR CHAIN OF COMMAND

For Soldiers in Their First Four Years of Service
 Full-time Summer Employment program: more than just job security
By Second Lieutenant Natasha Tersigni, 38 CBG Public Affairs
The newly launched Army Reserve Full-time Summer Employment (FTSE) program
was rolled out over the summer and saw new soldiers throughout 38 Canadian
Brigade Group (38 CBG) employed through various taskings and courses from
May to August. In total, 287 soldiers from across 38 CBG, which includes 13 Army
Reserve units located in Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Northern Ontario, took
advantage of FTSE. Along with completing courses, including the Basic Military
Qualification (BMQ) course and their specific trade qualifications, 144 taskings
were completed by 38 CBG soldiers taking part in FTSE.
The initial purpose of the program is to provide new reservists, in the first four
years of their service, with steady employment during the summer months in
order to complete the courses necessary to advance their military career. Those
not attending courses were tasked throughout the CAF to fill various positions,
allowsing them see what opportunities are available in the military.
“The Full-time Sumer Employment program has been a successful tool for recruiters.
It is most effective when talking with post-secondary students because we can
now offer the education reimbursement program as well as FTSE and often meet
students’ needs of employment from May to August,” said Sergeant Andrew
McManus who is an Army Reserve recruiter with 38 CBG.
“The great thing about pitching FTSE to potential recruits is that it is a guaranteed
four summers of employment for four months with no strings attached. I often get
asked if you have to sign a contract or if there is a certain amount of mandatory
military service afterwards needed in order to take advantage of FTSE and the
answer is no. There is no contract to sign, and no guarantee of service is required
to take part in the program.”
Corporal Austin Moore-Traverse, a member of the Fort Garry Horse, decided to
sign-up for FTSE this spring when it was introduced at the unit level. Cpl Moore-
Traverse began his summer through FTSE at CFB Wainwright where he was tasked
as a driver with the DP1 Recce Crewman course. Once the course finished, Cpl
Moore-Traverse was able to stay in CFB Wainwright and worked as a driver with
the Bold Eagle program, which is a unique summer employment initiative for
Indigenous youth that combines culture and teachings with military training.
As a member of the Pinaymootang First Nation in Fairford, Manitoba, Cpl Moore-
Traverse knows the obstacles many of the youth face trying to adapt to military life.
In his position, he was able to help mentor the Bold Eagle participants and ensure
they had a positive experience.
“Having grown up on the reserve and being from there I understood what the
candidates on Bold Eagle have experienced and the culture shock they went
through when they came to the Bold Eagle program. While I was a driver and did
not instruct directly, it still gave me a chance to talk with many of the candidates
and guide them on how they too can be successful in the military,” said Cpl Moore-
Traverse who added that one of the reasons he decided to join the FTSE program
was so he could have four months of steady employment.
“The reserve I live on is two hours away from the Army reserve unit in Winnipeg.
For every weekly parade night I have to drive in the night before, go to the training
night and drive home the next day. With this FTSE I was guaranteed four months of
work with the military which was great.”
After his work experience this summer he is determined to complete his Primary
Leadership Qualification which will allow him to return to the Bold Eagle program
next summer as an instructor.
“Being that role model to Indigenous youth was a rewarding experience and I would
like to continue that in a more hands-on role,” added Cpl Moore-Traverse.
With experiences such as Cpl Moore-Traverse’s, FTSE is gaining traction in the
Army Reserve as a viable program that provides meaningful employment for
soldiers.
“When the FTSE was first introduced there were definitely a lot of questions on
what exactly the troops would do with their training during the summer. We found
that it worked out really well. Many soldiers were able to attend their career
courses and get their trade qualifications. If they were not on their career courses
then auxiliary courses, such as Driver Wheeled, were available. As well, there were
engaging employment taskings at their unit level for the FTSE participants, which
included preparing equipment for the upcoming training year, attending community
recruiting events, and even the opportunity to work with other units and experience
different trades,” said Sgt McManus.
“This is a great program and it is something that I, as a recruiter, continually
highlight. I hope it continues and now that we are more familiar with how it works
we will be using it as a bigger recruiting tool.”
Winnipeg based Army reservist
Corporal Austin Moore-Traverse,
pictured left standing, was one
of 287 soldiers from 38 Canadian
Brigade Group who took part in the
newly launched Full-time Summer
Employment program. The program
guarantees four months of full-time
employment, May to August, to
soldiers in their first four years of
service in the Army Reserve.
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 38 Signal Regiment Clinches Exercise JIMMY WEST
By Warrant Officer Peter Nordstorm, 38 Signal Regiment

The 2018 38 Signal Regiment Exercise JIMMY WEST team included, pictured left to right, Acting Regimental Sergeant Major Warrant Officer Peter Nordstrom, Acting
Commanding Officer Major Evelyn Kotzer, Signaller Cuyler Wawia, Sergeant Mark Cortens, Corporal Alex Li, Master Corporal Jeremiah Whipp, Cpl Brandon Wodell,
Cpl Reginal Gavin, MCpl Sydney McGinnis, Second Lieutenant Jason Snaith.
Exercise JIMMY WEST (Ex JW) was created as an annual competition to bring stakeholders and retired members attended the BC Communicators Mess
3rd Canadian Division signallers together in a trade specific inter-unit challenge. Dinner at the Ward Room at CFB Esquimalt. 39 Sig Regt hosts this elegant
Traditionally held on Vancouver Island and hosted by 39 Signal Regiment out finale to cap off a fierce day of competition and to celebrate camaraderie in
of Vancouver, Ex JW has seen several years of challenging competition with the Communication Branch, present awards, medals and promotions, and to
teams from 1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group Headquarters, and Signal announce the Ex JW winner. Scoring was very close, all teams were hopeful,
Squadrons from, 38, 39 and 41 Signal Regiments. Teams of eight from each unit the trophy was held high and the winner was 38 Signal Regiment, clinching
battle for the coveted trophy, featuring the beloved ‘Jimmy’, which dates back their first Jimmy West victory by a single point!
to 1930, holding special significance to Western Canada Royal Canadian Corps “Squadrons and Regiments are often separated geographically and
of Signals (RCCS) members, and of course, bragging rights for a year. administratively, but JIMMY WEST gives us the chance to build esprit de corps
This year’s event was held on November 13 and was well attended with teams across those divides,” said 2Lt Snaith.
representing each eligible unit. The 38 Sig Regt team was comprised of soldiers
from 1, 3 and 4 Sqns. Enduring the unusually warm and sunny Victoria weather,
the teams completed a competitive range shoot at Heals Range, followed by
a round-robin format of five stands at Albert Head training area: a deployed
tactical Light Service Vehicle Wheeled (LSVW) Radio Command Post (CP) in an
unforgiving forest; LSVW backing with trailer through an obstacle course; First
Aid scenario featuring casualty simulation; an overhead field line crossing over
a roadway; and an obstacle course. The competition was intense, and scoring
was aggressive.
“I found the exercise an excellent opportunity to build connections with
the members of my team and with the soldiers from the other Regiments,”
commented Second Lieutenant Jason Snaith from the 38 Signal Regiment who
took part in the competition.
Following the competition, participants, unit command teams, RCCS
38 Signal Regiment team members, pictured left to right, Acting Commanding
Officer Major Evelyn Kotzer, Corporal Brandon Wodell, Master Corporal
Jeremiah Whipp, Sergeant Mark Cortens, Second Lieutenant Jason Snaith,
18 The B rig a de Corporal Alex Li and Warrant Officer Peter Nordstrom accept the 2018 Exercise
JIMMY WEST trophy.
The 50th Anniversary of the Canadian Forces Logistics Branch
By Second Lieutenant Maxime Cliche, 38 CBG Public Affairs

To honour their branch’s golden anniversary, 38 Service Battalion (38 Svc Bn) held a often left in the shadows but, just like in a space mission, no mission is possible
regiment wide celebration on October 13, 2018, which included the appointment of without logistics support. It just cannot happen.”
Dale M. Watts to Honorary Colonel, and a unit mess dinner.
“The Royal designation is an immense honour, one that recognizes your critical
With 2018 being the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Forces Logistics role in our success in protecting and defending all Canadians. Remember that
Branch, units across Canada hosted several events to commemorate the many you are a part of the military’s largest single service, bound by camaraderie and
contributions made by Canadian Logisticians at home and around the world. a shared commitment to excellence” said Lieutenant-General Charles Lamarre.
“Fourteen thousand men and women from the Regular and Reserve Force make up “Ours is a solemn duty that is critical to operational success, but often times
the Logistics Branch. It is a massive occupation that enables the success of the conducted behind the scenes,” he said. “This week (you) take a rare but well
Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) on every operation that we undertake … whether deserved turn in the spotlight, and you have earned it.”
it’s fighting floods like we had recently in the Gatineau area or any other event
when Canadians need our help on top of our standing commitments with NATO
and NORAD,” said Lieutenant-General Charles Lamarre, senior Logistician in the
Canadian Armed Forces.
The Canadian Logistics Branch was established in 1901 with the creation of four
companies that became the foundation the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps.
After the First World War, the various Corps were granted the ‘Royal’ designation
for the work done supporting the Canadian Expeditionary Force. In 1968, with
the unification of Canada’s military, the ‘Royal’ designation was dropped and the
Canadian Forces Logistics Branch was created. The contribution of Logisticians is
and has been a massive part of the success in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Fifty years after the official creation of the branch, on October 16, 2018, more
than 400 military personnel and civilians gathered on Parliament Hill in Ottawa
to witness the 100-person all-logistician Guard of Honour that were gathered for
the Logistics Service 50th Anniversary Parade. During the ceremony, the Logistics
Branch received the ‘Royal’ designation from Her Majesty as the Branch became
the Royal Canadian Logistics Service. Her Excellency, the Governor General of Photo Credit: Cpl Jean Archambault
Canada, Julie Payette attended the commemoration parade. She congratulated the 38 Service Battalion Honorary Colonel Dale M. Watts, pictured middle, was
Branch on receiving its “Royal” designation from Her Majesty.
appointed his current position during a ceremony held on October 13, 2018,
“We are so delighted that you regained the Royal designation bestowed upon you at Minto Armoury in Winnipeg. Overseeing the ceremony was 38 Svc Bn
by Her Majesty the Queen for your excellence, your dedication and your incredible Commanding Officer LCol Gwen Bourque, pictured left, and Colonel Geoff
hard work,” said Governor General Payette. “You do an exceptional job that is Abthorpe, Commander, 38 CBG. S ummer • F a l l 19
 Kenora Armoury renaming honours First World War Indigenous Private
By Second Lieutenant Natasha Tersigni, 38 CBG Public Affairs

Just two days shy of the 100th anniversary of his actions that earned him the
Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM), a public ceremony was held to officially rename
the Kenora Armoury to the Private David Kejick, DCM, Armoury.
Members of Kenora’s 116 Independent Field Battery Royal Canadian Artillery along
with Pte Kejick’s family and local Indigenous and municipal leaders gathered on
September 29 to honour Pte Kejick and unveil the armoury’s new name.
Despite being the rank of a private, Kejeick was chosen as the armoury’s namesake as
he is the region’s highest decorated Canadian soldier.
“The renaming of the armoury from a military’s perspective to honour a private is a bit
unusual; the majority of the time, a military building or infrastructure will be named
after a high ranking officer. Private David Kejick was a great young man who did a
great act and was awarded the DCM. He was seen as a leader from the outset,” said
Lieutenant-Colonel Shawn Fortin, Commanding Officer of 38 Canadian Brigade Group's
Artillery Tactical Group.
“I think the fact that he was a private makes it that much more special and is an
inspiration to the junior members that come through here.”
Pte Kejick was from the Shoal Lake First Nation Community, just outside of Kenora,
Ontario, and joined the military in 1916 when he was 20 years old. He was sent to
Europe to serve during the First World War and fought in England, Belgium and France.
On October 1, 1918, Pte Kejick and his battalion were overtaken by German forces near
the village of Tilloy in France. Being pinned down by enemy fire, Pte Kejick on his own
accord grabbed a machine gun and began returning fire in order to provide his allied
soldiers with cover.
“He displayed marked courage and headwork during the attack on enemy positions at
Tilloy on 1st Oct. 1918. When his company was held up by heavy fire, he on his own
initiative ran into the open, and, with his Lewis gun at the hip, fired four pans into the
enemy machine guns,” read Pte Kejick's DCM award citation.
“His fire was so effective that a party of the company on the right were able to advance
and capture the four machine guns together with about seventy prisoners, amongst
whom was an enemy officer. He did splendid work.”
Following the war, Pte Kejick returned to Canada and settled back in Shoal Lake with
his wife where they raised five children. Kejick remained an active community leader,
which included the role of Chief of Shoal Lake First Nation for three terms.
“Private David Kejick's actions on October 1, 1918 are testaments to his bravery and
dedication to his country, his battalion and to his fellow soldiers. His accomplishments
continued after the war as he moved on to serve his community,” said Bob Nault who is
the Member of Parliament for the riding of Kenora.
“Renaming the armoury is more than just a testament to Private Kejick’s bravery. It is
an acknowledgement of the contributions and sacrifices made by Canads’s Indigenous
people who enlisted in the military. It is estimated over 4,000 Indigenous served during
the First World.”

McGregor Armoury renaming

During a ceremony held on November 20, 2018, Winnipeg’s McGregor Armoury
was officially renamed to The Lieutenant-Colonel Harcus Strachan VC, MC
Armoury. To honour the occasion, a parade was held that included soldiers from
the Fort Garry Horse and 38 Combat Engineer Regiments, members of 1226 Fort
Garry Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps and local and Regimental dignitaries.
To honour his actions and recognize the courage of a Fort Garry Horse soldier, LCol
Strachan was chosen as the armoury’s namesake. For his actions during the First
World War in Masinières, France, LCol Harcus Strachan was awarded the Victoria
Cross.
On November 20, 1917, after his squadron leader was killed during a cavalry
charge, LCol Strachan heroically led his fellow soldiers through machine-gun fire
to take control of an enemy position. Under LCol Strachan’s leadership, the men
were able to capture 15 enemy prisoners and return from the battle safely.
Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

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 WINTER IS COMING

EXERCISE ARCTIC BISON 2019

FEBRUARY 15 - 25, 2019
WHITEHORSE, YUKON
ASK YOU CHAIN OF COMMAND TODAY
 M777 Course
By Second Lieutenant Maxime Cliche, 38 CBG Public Affairs

History was made, as the sound of the artillery pierced the silence of the calm
fields of Shilo during Exercise LIMBER GUNNER 2018. From October 26-28,
members of 26 Field Regiment Artillery Tactical Group took part in the weekend
exercise, which also acted as confirmation training for students on the M777
Howitzer Course. As this course was run in-house by ATG senior NCO’s and officers,
it is the first time a Canadian Army Reserve unit was able to qualify their members
at this level.
“By employing our own troops as instructors we maintained the skill set of
previously qualified soldiers and created additional trained soldiers on the M777.
Building this specific capacity within the Reserve Force, units can continue to
provide exciting training without a significant reliance on the Regular Force in the
future. We were also able to ensure more flexibility within the training schedule,
better accommodating the unique challenges faced by reservists while completing
a course during the training year,” said Course Officer, Captain Joyelle Norris.
During the course, reservists trained on all the aspects of using the M777. They
were instructed on how to perform equipment maintenance and calibrate the
instruments, and conducted live firing.
“By developing the M777 skill set within our Reserve Units, it opens the door to
joint training opportunities which help strengthen the Army Reserve and maintain
interest. It is highly important that reservists are given the opportunity to train
on multiple platforms in order to ensure interoperability with the Regular Force,”
added Capt Norris.
The course provided to our reservists is part of the Road to High Readiness (R2HR)
initiative. The goal of the R2HR is to generate and sustain an agile, capable
force that is able to react at short notice, to support international and domestic
commitments. In this specific case, trained reservists can deploy with the Regular
Force and use the M777 without a requirement for further training.
“All candidates were successful on the M777 course, so now the Regular Force,
particularly 1 Royal Canadian Artillery, has a larger pool of augmentees available to
support the R2HR without having to run additional M777 courses," said Capt Norris.

Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

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 Exercise EXPLOSIVE JOHN
By Captain Dyllan Miller, The Royal Regina Rifles

The Royal Regina Rifles (R Regina Rif) met at Canadian Forces Detachment (CFD)
Dundurn from November 16 - 18 for Exercise EXPLOSIVE JOHN. On this training
exercise soldiers were able to polish their shooting skills while they were joined
by the Canadian Forces Liaison Council’s (CFLC) ExecuTreck, a program where
employers of reservists can see what training looks like.
Upon their arrival at CFD Dundurn on the evening of their first night, 16 R Regina Rif
soldiers, equipped with night vision goggles and PEQ 4 laser aiming devices, took
part in a Precision Targeting Workstation. All members were successful and gained
valuable experience operating this equipment. As the temperature got colder, 10-
man tents were erected hastily, and stoves and lanterns were lit in order to warm up
the tents for a well-deserved night of sleep.
The following day, soldiers were joined by ExecuTreck paritcipants for a fire power
demonstration. 38 Canadian Brigade Group Commander, Cololonel Geoff Abthorpe,
R Regina Rifles Commanding Officer, Lieutenant-Colonel Stacy Grubb, and R Regina
Rifles Honourary Lieutenant-Colonel Randy Brooks explained to the civilian visitors
the importance of this type of training. They explained the capabilities of the
equipment and the weapon systems that are used by the Canadian Armed Forces.
After the fire power demonstration the civilians were invited to fire some of the
weapons. Under careful supervision they were able to use the C7A2 service rifle,
the C9 LMG, C6 GPMG in the light role, as well as in the sustained fire role,
and the C16 Automatic Grenade Launcher System. A few of them had the
opportunity to fire the Carl Gustaf, an 84 mm man-portable reusable anti-tank
recoilless rifle - a crowd favorite.
After a day of training the soldiers were ready for their final challenge. A
clear moon light provided ample illumination for the Night Vision Googles as
the members were gathering for the night live fire exercise. All R Regina Rif
members successfully went through the range, operating in fireteams and
proceeding to group. They "closed with and destroyed the enemy" through
effective communications and teamwork. In the late hours of the evening the
training ended with positive results.
Exercise EXPLOSIVE JOHN was a success with all objectives achieved; the
R Regina Rif completed their ranges in a safe and effective manner, gaining
experience operating in low-light. The ExecuTrek participants enjoyed their
time in Dundurn despite frigid winds and cold temperatures, and went home
with a new appreciation for the Army Reserve Force and the challenges and
opportunities that Reserve soldiers face in balancing military and civilian
employment.

N Sask R member honoured for Valour

For his heroic actions displayed on October 3, 2017 while on duty as an officer with
the Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS), Sergeant Gerald Minielly of The North
Saskatchewan Regiment was recongized during the Winnipeg Blue Bombers Canadian
Armed Forces Appreciation night held on August 18, 2018 at the Investors Group
stadium in Winnipeg
Sgt Minielly, who is a Constable will the PAPS, was on duty Oct. 3, 2017 when he
discovered a fire at an apartment complex in Prince Albert. After notifying dispatch to
send the fire departmnt, Sgt Minielly entered the burning building by forcing open the
locked doors to ensure a rapid evacuation of tenants.
As a result of his responsive actions, along with two of his colleagues, Sgt Minielly,
was recognized for a Distinguished Act of Bravery risking his life in the Preservation
of the Lives of Others and was presented with the Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS) S ummer • F a l l 23
Valour Award.
 Training Across the Brigade

Exercise SURE SHOT

The Lake Superior Scottish Regiment

Photo Credit: Staff Sgt Anthony Housey

Weapons Detachment Member Course

Exercise LIMBER GUNNER The Royal Regina Rifles
Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni
38 Artillery Tactical Group

Exercise ITINERANT BOLT 2 Exercise BREACHING CASTOR

38 Signal Regiment 38 Combat Engineer Regiment

Photo Credit: WO Tara-Lee Phillip Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni

Saskatchewan legislature
opening
Soldiers from 38 Canadian Brigade Group along with members from 15 Wing,
1 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group and HMCS  Queen, formed the Guard
of Honour that greeted Saskatchewan Lieutenant Governor Thomas Molloy to
opening of the third session of the 28th sitting of the Legislative Assembly of
Saskatchewan on October 24, 2018 in Regina, Saskatchewan.
Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni
38 CBG represented at Regina
International Film Festival
“I have in my possession a coin. In our military ethos, we use these coins for
thanks, significant contributions, and to symbolize an affiliation of brotherhood
for shared experiences,” said Colonel Geoff Abthorpe, Commander 38 Canadian
Brigade Group, and Officer Commanding Bravo Company – Task Force 306, as
he addressed the audience at the opening night Gala of the Regina International
Film Festival and Awards. Clearing the Way: Combat Engineers in Kandahar, a
documentary film by Paul and Brendon Culliton, made its Saskatchewan Premiere
on August 14, 2018.
“This is the coin given to me as an Honorary Member of 23 Field Squadron,
the stars of the film you are going to see tonight. It was given to me by Major
Gasparotto for the work we did together in Afghanistan and on Route Summit.”
The documentary opens with text that reads, “In 2010 Major Mark Gasparotto
published the book Clearing the Way: Combat Engineers in Kandahar. The book
chronicles the collective experiences of 23 Field Squadron as part of 1st Battalion,
Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group during Canada’s 2nd Rotation in Kandahar,
Afghanistan, between August 2006 and February 2007. Using primarily video and
images filmed by the soldiers, this is their story.”
Colonel Abthorpe describes the film that incorporates first-hand footage and
commentary by many of the key participants as “the closest to the truth that you
can get. The images are grainy, and jumpy, and the voices of excitement and terror
are real.”
“As Mark Gasparotto told me, Clearing the Way is 23 Fd Sqn's story and just a part
of the overall story – it is the Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group's story. The
1 RCR Battle Group was our "First Team" and everything we did was in support of
the Battle Group and International Security Assistance Force objectives - such that
friendly forces could live, move, and fight and to deny the same to the enemy.”
Photo Credit: Lt Stacie Nelles
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 Progredere Ne Regredere

Continuing the Legacy

By Dawnieca Palma, Canadian Joint Operations Command Public Affairs

Rushes of tourists. Angry revving from busses and cars. Howls of laughter The contribution of the brave Canadian and Newfoundland soldiers from the
escaping cellphone conversations. The sounds of downtown Ottawa mornings First World War and Canada’s Hundred Days ripple and resonate with these CAF
compete against each other. But, in the middle of city soundtracks, there is a members as they perform sentry duty. “I think it’s very important citizenship-wise
somber calm, a silence. that we remember as well as honour those who have fought in the past. It’s certainly
an honour to be able to represent my regiment here in the modern day,” says Cpl
Bagpipes crack through the quiet. The sentries march to its beat. They take their
Deley.
place at the National War Memorial and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. And the
silence resumes. The relevancy of these battles has not diminished for the general public either,
an apparent observation made during their time as sentries at the National War
Unveiled in 1939, the National War Memorial commemorates Canada’s
Memorial and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. “Just standing sentry, you see the
military involvement. It was initially commissioned to honour the Canadian and
reactions of some people because there are a lot of tourists that come here. It has
Newfoundland soldiers who fought in the First World War, an instrumental part of
been an absolutely wonderful opportunity,” remarks Cpl Deley.
Canada’s history and identity.
The Canadian and Newfoundland soldiers that fought in Canada’s Hundred Days left
This year from August 8 to November 11, the Government of Canada
a legacy that present-day CAF soldiers continually hope to honour and respect. In the
commemorates the 100th anniversary of Canada’s Hundred Days, the three month
case of Cpl Mazorelle and Cpl Deley, they wear this legacy proudly alongside that of
period at the end of the First World War where Canadian and Newfoundland
their families.
soldiers earned a reputation for their tenacity and skilled attacks on the Western
front. “I think they’re models of what we always try to be. They are examples that we all
think of when we think of Canadian soldiers in the First and Second World Wars. We
Among the sentries that honour this legacy at the National War Memorial and
want to honour and continue their traditions and at the same time thank them for the
the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are Corporal (Cpl) Jeremy Mazerolle and Cpl
inspiration. I know a lot of people who joined the military to continue the tradition
Benjamin Deley. “What the Canadian soldiers did over there really shaped how
that they started,” Cpl Deley articulates.
we live today, 100 years later. They did a great thing, a great sacrifice and it’s
something we Canadians will always remember,” Cpl Mazorelle says on the
importance of Canada’s contribution to WWI. Corporal Benjamin Deley of the Lake Superior
Scottish Regiment, pictured left, and Corporal
Both Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) soldiers carry a proud history with them as they
Jeremy Mazerolle (right) stand for a picture in
stand sentry.
front of the National War Memorial and Tomb
Growing up in Saint-Antoine, New Brunswick, Cpl Mazorelle recalls the picture of of the Unknown Soldier in Ottawa, Ontario on
his late great-uncle, a bomber pilot in WWII killed in action. Accompanying that August 24, 2018.
memory are stories of his grandfather who was also an infanteer. Although he
passed away early on in Cpl Mazorelle’s childhood, this incited his entering the CAF.
“I’ve always been appreciative of what they’ve done and that’s why I decided to join.
And again, that’s why I decided to join the infantry, because of my grandfather’s
legacy,” he reveals. “And my great-uncle was killed in action, so being here and
honouring both of them is a huge honour. And when I stand up there, it’s what I
think of.”
Now an infantry reservist, Cpl Mazorelle serves with the Calgary Highlanders, a
unit that originated in Calgary, Alberta on April 1, 1910. Not only does he continue
his great-uncle and grandfather’s military legacies, but Cpl Mazorelle is now part of
over 100 years of valour and honour.
He explains the unit’s participation in WWI further. “We have huge battle honours
with our unit going back from right at the beginning from the Battle of St. Julien,
until the end of the war. It’s an honour for me to be a part of keeping that tradition
alive and have those battle honours on our colours with Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele
and the Hill 70 Battle.”
As for Cpl Deley, he shares his passion to serve with several other family members,
including his grandfather, who was briefly in the army, and his aunt, who served on
HMCS Bonaventure with the Royal Canadian Navy in the 1960s and 70s.
The line goes back further to the First World War. His paternal grandmother was in
the Air Force as a cook. Also serving in the First World War and the Second World
War were his great-uncles.
But, his decision to join the infantry stems from his uncle’s military past as
a veteran that has served both the American and Canadian Army. “He is my
inspiration every time I put on this uniform,” Cpl Deley states. “Just standing up
there, honouring not only your family members who have served, but all service
members past and present, it’s really overwhelming.”
Cpl Deley’s unit, the Lake Superior Scottish Regiment, originated in Port Arthur,
Ontario on July 3, 1909. Their long list of battle honours includes the Battle of the
Somme, Vimy Ridge and the Battle of Ypres.
Photo Credit: Dawnieca Palma
 Ever Forward Never Back

Blood donation reminds soldiers ‘service before self’

By Second Lieutenant Natasha Tersigni, 38 CBG Public Affairs

For Lieutenant-Colonel Dave Koltun, rolling up his sleeve to donate blood is

a way to continue to honour the commitment he made when he became a
member of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF); ‘service before self’.
“One of the Canadian Armed Forces ethos points is service to Canada before
self. As a soldier in the military donating blood is another way we can serve
our fellow Canadian citizens. I look at it as a way of continuing my service, but
extending that beyond putting my uniform on and doing my job,” explained
LCol Koltun who is the Commanding Officer of the Winnipeg-based armoured
reconnaissance Army Reserve unit the Fort Garry Horse.
LCol Koltun and his soldiers along with members of 38 Combat Engineer
Regiment took part in a Canadian Blood Service Veterans Week donation
drive on November 7 in Winnipeg. Their donation assisted the Department
of National Defence in their goal of contributing at least 500 new donors and
6,000 donations to the Canadian Blood Services (CBS) from CAF members and
civilian employees across Canada for this year.
CAF and CBS have a long-standing relationship which dates back to the Members of the Fort Garry Horse, an armoured reconnaissance Army Reserve unit take part in the
Second World War when CBS established a blood donation system from Veterans Week blood donation drive on November 7, 2018, held at the Canadian Blood Services in
Canadians who voluntarily donated to help wounded troops. More recently, Winnipeg. Pictured left to right, Lieutenant-Colonel Dave Koltun, Corporals Marc Remillard, Vasyl Kilas,
CBS and CAF collaborated in Afghanistan to create a walking blood bank and Miguel Moldez.
program at the Role 3 Multinational Medical Unit located at the Kandahar
Airfield. The walking blood bank had CBS staff pre-screen Canadian troops
before their deployment to Afghanistan and the staff were able to create a
database to reach out to soldiers in the event a large quantity of blood was
needed in a short amount of time.
LCol Koltun took part in the pre-screening program before his deployment and
was called on to donate.
“When I was in Afghanistan they put out a call over the PA system that they
needed people with my blood type to donate because there was a shortage.
Within an hour after the announcement, I went down to the Role 3 hospital
where they had ten donation beds going and I was able to donate. It wasn’t
just Canadian soldiers that answered the call, it was Afghans and American
soldiers that day in line,” said LCol Koltun.
“I know that blood was needed right then and there. To me it didn’t matter
who it was going to; a Canadian soldier, any allied soldier or even an Afghan
local. The bottom line is it helped support what we were there for.”
Following the lead of his Commanding Officer, Corporal Vasyl Kilas decided
to join in the Veterans Week blood donation drive as a way to help fellow
Canadians.
“It is important that everybody plays their part and it helps so many people,”
said Corporal Vasyl Kilas of the Fort Garry Horse. Photo Credit: 2Lt Natasha Tersigni
“You never know who or when the blood donation will be needed.” Lieutenant-Colonel Dave Koltun, Commanding Officer of the Fort Garry Horse, took part in the
Veterans Week blood drive held at Canadian Blood Services in Winnipeg on November 7, 2018. .

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NORTHWEST ONTARIO
Private David Kejick, DCM Armoury Brandon Armoury
Regina Armoury
800 11th Ave North General Delivery STN Main 1116 Victoria Avenue
1600 Elphinstone St
Kenora, Ontario P9N 3W9 Brandon, Manitoba R7A 1B2
Regina, Saskatchewan S4T 3N1
807-468-6749 or 1-855-363-3289 1-888-728-7559 ext 243
1-306-347-9301
Thunder Bay Armoury SASKATCHEWAN
Sergeant Hugh Cairns VC Armoury
317 Park Avenue Yorkton Armoury 930 Idylwyld Dr
Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 1C7 56-1st Avenue North Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7L 0Z6
807-343-5179 or 1-855-316-2185 Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 1J5 1-306-934-8507
MANITOBA 306-786-4555
Prince Albert Armoury
Minto Armoury Lieutenant Colonel D.V. Currie VC Armoury 802 Exhibition Dr
969 St. Matthews Avenue, Room 153 1215 Main St N Prince Albert, Saskatchewan S6V 5R8
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0J7 Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan S6H 6M3 306-763-3919
204-786-4345 or 1-866-462-2769 1-866-462-2769