Trident Nov 14 2005 - Tridentnews.ca

More documents

Recommendations

Info

10 R E M E M B R A N C E D A Y S P E C I A L TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 Remembrance book donated to MFRCs This is why it’s all worth it... By Capt. Dave Devenney 12 Wing PAO Each year our veterans’ numbers decline, age and illness robbing the nation of heroes and memories. The question asked each year is whether the torch of remembrance will be passed to the next generation so that they too may recognize the service of those who have gone before. Aletter passed by a young girl to Master Warrant Officer (MWO) Dave LeBlanc, of 12 Wing at last year’s Remembrance Day parade acknowledges that the torch is firmly in the hands of the next generation. After the 2004 Remembrance Parade, a young girl, who was accompanied by her mother approached MWO LeBlanc. The girl handed an envelope containing a handwritten letter to him. “I thanked them and continued walking from the grounds as I NOW HIRING School Bus Drivers Want to work and still have time to do the things in life you enjoy Great Part Time Hours You ◆ Are too young to retire ◆ Want a rewarding job ◆ Enjoy working with kids ◆ Like Driving opened the letter,” said MWO Leblanc. “After reading the letter I looked for her but couldn’t see her anywhere.” The letter was one of thanks and appreciation for not only the ones who have gone before us but for those who continue to serve today. The letter contained the line, “Remember you are a true hero.” “I was very touched by the letter and knowing that there are people that realize and appreciate the sacrifices that we make for them, makes me glad I dedicated my life to the service of my country,” said MWO LeBlanc. The girl remains unknown but her sentiments are strong. Her letter is evidence that the torch has been passed and that the next generation will carry on the traditions of remembrance. “Thank you again, we promise we will never forget.” We offer ◆ Competitive Pay ◆ Free training & Licensing Positions available throughout metro Apply now for summer training By Virginia Beaton Trident staff Just in time for Remembrance Day, Military Family Resource Centres across Canada recently received copies of a new children’s book. Titled What We Remember, the book is a collection of six true stories that describe Canadian children’s experiences of war. As a project to acknowledge the Year of the Veteran, General Dynamics Canada bought copies of What We Remember and donated a copy to each military family resource centre in the country. At the Halifax Military Family Resource Centre on Friday, November 4, John Cody, General Dynamics’ Atlantic Canada Representative for the Maritime Helicopter Program, visited the daycare centre to present the book. As HMFRC director Colleen Calvert and staff members looked on, Cody sat with the preschoolers and showed them a copy of the book. “This has a lot of good stories that your teachers or parents can read to you,” he told the children. Afterward, Cody stated “We have a lot of creative people in General Dynamics Canada, and one of them came across this book.” According to Cody, General Dynamics Canada was impressed by the book and its depiction of war seen through children’s eyes. “The stories are written to be very understandable by kids, and they are very Properties of the Week $230,000 55 Lakemist Court, East Preston Solid Bungalow with double wired garage and 145 feet bordering Lake Eagle. Enjoy all waterfront hobbies— swimming, boating, skating, kayaking and canoeing on this quiet lake. Large windows and full length deck allow you to enjoy outstanding views. Upstairs is carpet-free except bedrooms. Living room features patio doors, oversized windows and granite fireplace. Walkout basement features rec room with woodstove and 3rd bedroom. $159,900 43 Braeside Court, Dartmouth Bright home centrally located seconds from the Parclo. Features include eat-in kitchen overlooking the living room, laminate living room floors and off of the living room a balcony with a view of the lake in winter and spring. The master bedroom entails laminate flooring, 2 double closets and a walk-thru main bath. The 2 additional bedrooms both feature hardwood floors. The walkout basement Rec room is ideal for entertaining or doubling as a computer or hobby area. Linda or Yolande at 497-3455 or www.yolandemason.com John Cody of General Dynamics visited the children at the HMFRC. interesting stories.” He noted that the book is well suited to use by libraries and teachers, as the stories convey messages. “Each story has teaching points at the end.” One of the stories concerns the family of General (retd) John de Chastelain. De Chastelain’s mother worked as a spy for the Allies during the Second World War, Cody observed. “When some people were fleeing England and coming to Canada, John and his sister and his mother got on a boat and went to England.” The story concerns the children’s time in boarding school in Scotland, while their mother was away. After the war, the family was reunited and returned to Canada. This story is skillfully told in a way children will appreciate, Cody believes, “and it’s written in about three and a half pages so it will hold kids’ attention.” Cody stated that the donation is part of a program General Dynamics Canada started approximately three years ago. “We started giving support to MFRCs, and this is an extension of it. We are now supporting every MFRC across the country with things like this, and some money which helps them to buy small items that they don’t have budget for.” Cody also presented the 12 Wing Shearwater MFRC with a book on Tuesday, November 8. Most of the MFRCs will receive their copies in the mail. Lesley Anne Airth is the author and Mervyn Finch, MBE, provided the illustrations. The book, a Year of the Veteran project, is 40 pages long and historical photos also accompany each story. Published by General Store Publishing, What We Remember is available at bookstores. LAWYERS - AVOCATS Service en français Criminal Defence Military Law Family Law/Divorce House Purchase & Sale (DND Rates honoured) [902] 492•7000 After hours call: Tom Singleton 483-3080 TARA BAYNE HMFRC Stock Transportation (150 Thornhill Drive Dartmouth). Drop by and fill out an application or... Call Today 481-8400 Linda Smardon 644 Portland Street Dartmouth,NS, B2W 6C4 Yolande Mason Linda or Yolande: (902) 478-3197 or 497-3455 Fax: (902) 462-0123 Email: ymason@ns.sympatico.ca SINGLETON & ASSOCIATES Fees reduced 25% for CF Members
R E M E M B R A N C E D A Y S P E C I A L TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 11 Barbershop chorus and quartets to give concert By Virginia Beaton Trident staff In tribute to the Year of the Veteran, the Millstream Chorus, the men’s barbershop chorus will present a concert titled Melodies & Memories 2005. “This is a musical tribute to Canada’s veterans,” stated Lieutenant(N) (Lt(N)) Brendan Ryan, writer and producer of the show, and a member of the chorus. “Our very special guest is the jazz band of the Stadacona Band of Maritime Forces Atlantic.” According to Lt(N) Ryan, the chorus decided to move up their annual Christmas concert from its usual December date and instead, give it on Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19. “Given that this is the Year of the Veteran, and it is one week after November 11, and we have the ensemble from the Stadacona band, it was fitting that we choose a military theme.” The performers hope that many veterans will attend the concert and they have chosen a repertoire that includes many of the popular songs and big band music from the Second World War era. “There is so much music that came out of that era that it was easy for us to accommodate the theme. So we would like to The Millstream Chorus has a significant number of serving and retired Canadian Forces Members. salute our veterans by giving them some of our renditions of some of the tunes that may have helped them get through the war years.” The jazz ensemble will play big band tunes made popular by Glenn Miller, such as In the Mood and String of Pearls. In addition to the jazz ensemble, three well-known barbershop quartets will also appear on the program. 7’th Wave, a local men’s quartet, will perform several standards including Sentimental Journey and Paper Moon. On the Rocks will sing popular songs including As Time Goes By and What’ll I Do. Polaris, a highly rated barbershop quarter from Ottawa, will also be featured guests, singing songs such as Chattanooga Shoe Shine Boy. As for the Millstream Chorus, Lt(N) Ryan stated “We’ve got a couple of medleys that incorporate songs from the time, called the Mess Decks Medley.” It comprises favourite songs from the war years, such as Roll Along Wavy Navy Roll Along, “and other songs that the guys would sing below decks.” Another group of songs, the War Songs medley, includes It’s a Long Way to Tipperary, Pack up your Troubles in Your Old Kit Bag, and There’ll be Bluebirds Over the White Cliffs of Dover. Since it is the chorus’ Christmas event, there will even be some holiday content, such as Deck the Halls and I’ll be Home for Christmas. “For a military audience, the evening has a resounding military theme,” stated Lt(N) Ryan. “We’re trying to recreate the wardrobe of the era, with some costumes and some choreography. We’re also trying to recreate some of the show settings that the veterans may have been accustomed to, such as the USO tours where they would have performers such as Bob Hope.” The idea is to recreate the nostalgic mood found in movies such as White Christmas, he stated. “It’s about hearing the music that gave some of these men the will to go on, and kept them content while they were away from home.” Don MacRae is the new director of the Millstream Chorus. The previous director, David Bain, a former RCMP officer, died earlier this year. According to Lt(N) Ryan, “This show is a tribute to him too, because he led this chorus through 10 years and produced some good shows.” The chorus has approximately 40 members but always accepts new recruits, Lt(N) Ryan emphasized. “It’s a great hobby for military members,” he stated, noting that with barbershop quartets and choruses located all across North America, “You will find them in every city, province and state across North America. It’s very accomodating, in that you can go from one chorus to another and feel like you’ve never left.” Lt(N) Ryan observed that the Millstream Chorus, like other barbershop choruses, has a significant number of serving and retired Canadian Forces Members. “I would say that in the Millstream Chorus alone, out of a 40-man chorus, at least 10 of them have been, or still are, as in my case, in the military.” Melodies and Memories 2005 will be held at 8 p.m. on Friday November 18 and Saturday November 19 at L’Ecole Carrefour du Grand-Havre on 201 Avenue du Portage in Dartmouth. Tickets cost $15 general admission, $12 for seniors and $8 for children under age 10. The venue offers free parking and is wheelchair accessible. For advance tickets or for further information, please call Russell at 455-3917. Seeing is Believing DAY & NIGHT ATTENTION Military personnel! You may be eligible for our special service rate of only $ 1980 * BOTH EYES (regular $2500) LASIK SURGERY and follow-up. Call us for a FREE consultation! Today’s state-of-the-art laser technology dispels any past concerns on reduced night vision after surgery. In fact, with qualified surgeons and proper follow-up care, night vision may be an improvement over wearing contact lenses or glasses. Now you can enjoy the sights 24 hours a day. Phone: 902-492-0795 Toll Free: 1-866-877-0795 Suite 400, 1801 Hollis Street Halifax, NS B3J 3N4 * Some conditions may apply. DR. DAVID ANDREWS DR. JAMES MACNEILL DR. BRUCE PRETTY
Page 1 and 2: VOLUME 39, ISSUE 23 • MONDAY, NOV
Page 3 and 4: TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 3 RAdm P
Page 5 and 6: TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 5 MARSIE
Page 7 and 8: TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 7 DART i
Page 9: TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 9 By Vir
Page 14 and 15: 14 R E M E M B R A N C E D A Y S P
Page 16 and 17: 16 A D V E R T I S I N G S P E C I
Page 24 and 25: 24 TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 Energ
Page 26 and 27: 26 TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 By Vi
Page 28 and 29: 28 TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 Prote
Page 30 and 31: 30 TRIDENT, NOVEMBER 14, 2005 Mount
Page 32: or call (902) 454-6507. Apply onlin

Trident Nov 14 2005 - Tridentnews.ca

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?