Servir - Vol. 29/No 03 – March 15, 2023

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Women in the spotlight!

|34 CBG

As part of International Women's Day, the 34 Canadian Brigade Group (34 CBG) thas catered five profiles of women who are making a positive impact at the unity. They are making a difference in the military community through their personalities, their professionalism, and the way they move the organization forward.

Warrant Officer Claudia Baril Germain, Human Resources Manager at the 34th Service Battalion, has performed since her arrival in the Canadian Armed Forces through her great involvement, her exemplary reliability and her constant desire to improve the way things are done. Endowed with great professionalism and a legendary calm attitude, she does not hesitate to take the actions required to ensure that the unit succeeds in its mission, both in Garrison and out in the field.

During her career, WO Baril Germain has worked as a supply technician, in unit operations, in the orderly room and she was also involved in several other current unit files. She is very committed and sensitive to the professional development of her peers. She listens to members and takes the time to advise, direct and guide them through the variety of military administrative procedures. She is greatly appreciated by the chain of command and there is no doubt that the men and women of the CAF can take inspiration from her.

Warrant Officer Claudia Baril Germain, Human Resources Manager at 34 Service Battalion.

| Lieutenant (Navy) Éliane Trahan, Public Affairs Officer, 34 Canadian Brigade Group

About thirty reservists from the Régiment de Maisonneuve, accompanied by members of the 34 Service Battalion and the Fusiliers Mont-Royal, took part in winter training in the municipality of Shefford, during the weekend of February 17 to 19.

This annual exercise was designed to prepare reservists to deploy and operate in cold weather. Although Quebec experienced a mild spell in early February, members experi-

The Régiment de Maisonneuve in WINTER TRAINING in the Eastern Townships

enced a rather cold weekend and set up camp and makeshift shelters in -26° C temperatures.

Upon their arrival on Friday evening, the reservists quickly set up the tents and the necessary equipment to be ready to operate by 6 a.m. the following morning. It all started with off-road navigation and then the erection of makeshift shelters at a second site. Sunday was mainly dedicated to defensive position instruction and various lessons on survival in cold weather.

For Captain Anthony Savard, course commander at 2nd Canadian Division and Joint Task Force (East) headquarters, such an exercise serves to maintain the operational capabilities of the regiment. “We have very good instructors in the unit and they allow candidates to acquire different notions to operate in all kinds of circumstances. The exercise validates the members of the unit and maintains our ability to operate and evolve in a winter environment.”

Reservists from 34 Canadian Brigade Group constructed makeshift shelters during the cold weather operations course.

Photo: Cpl Étienne Laflamme

Live Testimonials

Notice to job seekers |Servir

“The Reserve allows me to do something completely different. I am a part-time vehicle technician with the 34 Service Battalion and, in my everyday life, a landscape architecture student at the University of Montreal.”

If you are a member of a military family and are looking for a job, this is your chance! Estelle Auger, Employment and Education Coordinator at the Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC), invites you to participate in a recruitment day on Thursday, March 30.

learn more about the positions offered, the conditions of employment and to discuss with employers. Of course, it will also be possible to forward your CV and participate in a quick interview.

“The cold weather operations course is the new version of the winter warfare training. Candidates are grouped into sections (maximum 10 people) and in total immersion for 48 hours in a remote region.”

The labour market is favourable to people looking for work. This event aims to help them, but also to present new possibilities to those who are no longer satisfied with the position they hold. “I organized this event for military spouses, their children and veterans. Some employers offer better working conditions, easier access to positions, and they are located nearby,” explains Ms. Auger.

Participants will have the opportunity to meet representatives of four organizations in the region: the Centre de services scolaires des Hautes-Rivières, the City of Longueuil, the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services and the Montreal region MFRC.

Participants will have the opportunity to register for a virtual meeting with the human resources manager of the organizations that interest them. This will be an opportunity to

No travel will be necessary since everything will be done in virtual mode. Sign up on the MFRC portal to reserve time slots and get meeting links. The event will take place on Thursday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Job search assistance at all times

Ms. Auger offers a variety of employability services throughout the year to military family members (active or veterans). For example, she can help you write your CV, help your young people find their first job or support you in your return to the job market.

She can be reached at 450-3587099 # 6084 (Saint-Jean), 450462-8777 #6827 (Saint-Hubert) or at estelle.auger@forces.gc.ca

Estelle Auger invites military spouses, their children and veterans to register for virtual meetings with employers of the region.

Photo: MFRC

Upon arrival at the site, the reservists quickly set up the tents.

Corporal Amy Beyer, Cold Weather Operations Course Candidate

Master Corporal Mackenzie Castillo-Roy, cold weather operations course instructor.

Corporal Amy Beyer, from 34 Service Battalion.

Photo: Lt(N) Eliane Trahan, 34 CBG

Photo: Cpl Étienne Laflamme

Artists at work

On February 25, three military spouses and a teenage girl accepted an invitation from the Montreal Region Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) for a stained glass casting workshop. For the occasion, they were accompanied by the facilitator and a psychosocial worker. Each participant had the chance to design a magnificent stained glass window. This activity aimed to bring together loved ones of deployed military personnel to allow them to bond in the community and support each other.

Thunder Ride

Thunder Ride Trois-Rivières is preparing its 7th edition which will take place on Sunday, May 28, starting at noon. As Memorial Day American tradition, this motorcade aims to pay tribute to fallen soldiers during a war or conflict involving their country. This event also aims to raise awareness of the sacrifices of the new generation of veterans.

Participants will meet at the Porte de la Mauricie, located at 4, rue SainteAnne, in Yamachiche. On site there will be information kiosks, organizations helping veterans, a crazy atmosphere with music and meetings rich in history.

The motorcycle procession will form around noon and the departure will take place around 1 p.m. Motorcyclists will be escorted to the Saint-Michel cemetery in Trois-Rivières, where a short ceremony will take place.

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A Healthy and economic tasting

On Wednesday, March 8, at lunchtime, the Health Promotion team, in collaboration with the Food Services of the Saint-Jean Garrison, proposed to the military and civilian personnel of National Defence the tasting of a salad of rice and legumes. It is within the framework of Nutrition Month that this activity was organized under the theme Eating well without breaking the bank. The proposed recipe was taken from the Base Valcartier Food Services cookbook.

Photo: MFRC

Mathieu Boudreau, Health Promotion Specialist, with Bernard Leclerc and Master Corporal Larry Compton, both from the Road Safety section of the 2 Canadian Division Support Group, Resource Conservation Services.

Photo: Yves Bélanger

Women's military career

About thirty women were present on Saturday, February 25 at the SaintHubert site to experience a day of immersion in the military profession and familiarize themselves with the Basic military qualification.

The participants were able to meet military women and discuss with them

during this event organized by the 34 Canadian Brigade Group. They also had the opportunity to handle weapons and try out a shooting simulator, visit military helicopters and discover a rigid hull inflatable boat. They also had the opportunity to learn about the FORCE Evaluation and meet with recruiters.

The Mission: Ready program has been revised

The Mission: Ready program now reflects the new Defence Team Total Health and Wellness Strategy. In our region, the 2nd Canadian Division has implemented several activities and tools to support members of the Defence Team.

The goal is to help members remain alert, agile and resilient in pursuit of their personal, organizational and professional goals. The new Strategy is a modernized, integrated approach to providing care to all Defence Team members and their families. Based on an innovative framework, this strategy focuses on improving physical and mental health outcomes.

To help everyone in the organization understand at a glance what the Mission: Ready program is, the 2 Cdn Div has created a new poster that reflects this change.

Photo: 34 CBG

MISSION: READY POSTER

DEFENCE TEAM TOTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS STRATEGY

Health care and military families

Are you a member of a military family? Do you have questions about the health care system in Quebec? You don't have a family doctor yet? The Montreal Region Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) offers you some solutions:

• help for registering on the waiting list for a family doctor

• brochure containing the contact details of walk-in clinics

• information about Bonjour-santé service

• licenses to obtain telemedicine services (according to evaluation)

Registration: 450 358-7099 # 2917 (Saint-Jean) or 450 462-9777 # 6821 (Saint-Hubert).

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On the agenda On the agenda

Creative evening

Tuesday, March, 21 & 28 – 6:30 p.m.

Youth Centre (Loft) – Saint-Hubert

Open to military family members

Volunteers from the Military Family Resource Centre invite you to bring your art project (knitting, painting, drawing, sewing, etc.), create one on site, or just grab a coffee and socialize.

Information and registration

Military life 101

Wednesday, March 22 – 6:45 p.m.

Virtual activity

Open to the loved ones of newly enlisted CAF members

The Military Family Resource Centre invites you to a virtual conference to help you better understand military career stages, the military lifestyle and introduce the resources and services available to families. The workshop is free and simultaneously translated.

Information and registration

Art therapy

Friday, March 24 – 10 a.m.

Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu MFRC

Open to active CAF members and veterans

This free and non-binding workshop will be an opportunity to discover what art therapy is one of the many ways to express yourself. The theme of the workshop will be The Changes involved in transitioning to civilian life.

Information and registration

Youth workshop: techno

Sunday, March 26 – 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Saint-Jean MFRC

Open to young people from military families (6 years +)

The Military Family Resource Centre invites young people to discover new technologies: robotics, electrical circuits and more. Offered in collaboration with Genilab.

Information and registration

Special Easter Activity

Sunday, April 2 – hour to be determined

Youth Community Integration Centre, Saint-Hubert

For military children (5 to 12 years old)

April is the month of the military child, often compared to the dandelion because of their resilience. The military life has its realities and challenges. Whether it is to better deal with absence or to recognize this reality, the projects carried out will allow young people to flourish and learn a little more about these issues.

Information and registration

Awakening to reading

Monday, April 10 – hour to be determined

Location to be determined

For children of military families (5 years and under)

Give reading as a gift to your child. By registering for the program, a book will be sent monthly to your home, depending on the language chosen (English or French). The program ends in June 2023.

Blood collect

Information and registration Would

Wednesday, April 12 – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saint-Jean Garrison – Mega Building

Open to everyone

Help Héma-Québec reaches its goal of 60 donations during this collect. Each year, this organization delivers more than 800,000 biological products of human origin to hospitals in Québec.

Information: 1-800-343-7264

|Captain Guillaume Menard, 3 CSU

The closure of the Air Task Force – Romania operation last December marked the end of an important mission for Canada, NATO and Romania. The success of this task would not have been possible without the mission closure team from 3 Canadian Support Unit (3 CSU).

Operation REASSURANCE in Romania was a NATO air policing mission led by the Royal Canadian Air Force that began in 2014. Its objective was to monitor and deter violations of Romanian airspace in response to security concerns over events in Ukraine.

The operation involved the establishment of an Air Task Force (ATF) at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base

3 CSU contributes to the closure of OP REASSURANCE in Romania

in Romania, consisting of CF-18 Hornet fighter aircraft and Canadian Armed Forces support personnel. The objective of this mission was to strengthen relations between Canada and Romania, as well as to reinforce NATO's presence in the Black Sea region.

Canada's presence was necessary following the annexation of Crimea, as stated by the Honourable Anita Anand, Canada's Minister of National Defence: “Ever since Russia’s initial invasion of Ukraine in 2014, Canada has been steadfast in demonstrating our commitment to NATO’s collective defence across Europe. Air surveillance and policing is a critical part of maintaining a nation’s security in the face of aggressive nations that continuously seek to test the defences of their

neighbours, something Canada has its own experience within the Arctic. Our mission in Romania allows us to contribute to NATO’s collective defence, and allows us to deliver capabilities that are a tangible symbol of Canada’s resolve to NATO’s collective defence.”

However, December 2nd, 2022, marked the end of this operation and thus the closure of ATF Romania. In order to support the termination of this operational theatre, the establishment of a Joint Task Force Support Component - Mission Closure Team (JTFSC-MCT), from the Canadian Forces Joint Operational Support Group (CFJOSG), was required to repatriate the equipment and effectively close the operation. JTFSC-MCT is an operational capability that allows for the repatria-

tion, removal, or transfer of equipment, as well as operational support. This capability is essential to ensure that our military operations are conducted effectively, even when they must be suspended or terminated.

JTFSC-MCT's activities in Romania included a headquarters to coordinate operations, a production line to return equipment to Canada, a movement detachment to transport equipment, and several other sections such as engineers and communications specialists. The entire JTFSC-MCT staff was composed of experts in their respective fields. This support component allowed resources to be quickly redeployed to other operations or to reconstitute units in Canada.

Members of 3 CSU as part of Joint Task Force Support Component - Mission Closure Team (JTFSC-MCT)

Photo: Capt Guillaume Menard

3 CSU role

It is important to note that the success of this task would not have been possible without the Mission Closure Team from 3 CSU, based in Montreal. This group of nine members was instrumental in the success of the closure. The 3 CSU is a unit specialized in logistics, supply and operational support. Its members are experts in material and supply management, specifically associated with opening and closing operations. They were therefore a perfect choice for this task.

The 3 CSU team was responsible for the logistical coordination for the return of all equipment used during the mission in Romania. This coordina-

tion work was crucial to ensure that everything was returned to Canada efficiently. The specific tasks that this team had to perform were, among others, the planning of the packaging requirements for hazardous material, the stocktaking, and the physical verification of the material. In addition to that, the team was responsible for loading the equipment into shipping containers. During this task, more than 95,000 items, with a total value of over $26 million Canadian Dollars, were processed by this team.

The establishment of the JTFSC-MC, along with the 3 CSU closure team, allowed this operation to be completed efficiently and on time.

Dismantling of a MEX-26 shelter by the mission closure team at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base, Romania.

LCdr Frederic Bouchard 4 H Svc Gp 2nd Clasp – CF Decoration

Capt Martin Lussier 4 H Svc Gp 2nd Clasp – CF Decoration

Capt Vivianne Jean-Baptiste 2 CDSG

Sgt Louis Brunet Ops Svcs 2 CDSG Commander Commendation for implementing the live broadcasting of 2 CDSG change of command ceremony

Julie Lavoie IT Svcs Defence Team Official Languages Commendation

Charalambos “Bobby” Rarris 25 CFSD GMSC Commander Coin for his tireless efforts during the peak period of material donations in support to Ukraine

Capt (Padre) Eric Genereux Pers Svcs 2 CDSG Pers Svcs Commander Coin

MCpl Maude Nicol Pers Svcs 2 CDGS Pers Svcs Commander Coin

Pierre Desmarteaux PSP 2 CDSG Ops Svcs Commander Coin for his dedication during the realization of the partnership agreement with the City of Saint-Jean.

Chewing, saliva and weight management

ler pieces. It is your teeth that do this work and then the second stage begins: your mouth begins to produce saliva. The latter contains enzymes that contribute to the proper functioning of digestion. In scientific terms, the amylase in saliva is said to break glycosidic bonds or, in plain English, to break down sugar! At this stage, the food is still at the level of your mouth. We are talking here about predigestion.

If you don't take enough time to chew your food, the enzymes in your saliva don't have time to do their job. Result: your stomach and the rest of your digestive tract have to work harder! In other words, chewing is one of your best allies to ensure good digestion.

Chewing and satiety

But that's not all! Chewing well has another advantage: you will probably eat less!

|Mathieu Boudreau, health promotion specialist

What if, instead of devouring your meals in minutes, you gave yourself a few more minutes to savour them?

When you want to manage your weight, food choice is important. If you eat too much fat or too much sugar on a daily basis, weight management may become an issue in the long term. The quantity of food is also likely to become… Weigh in the balance! But did you know that your digestion could become your best ally?

Chewing is the mechanical action of cutting and grinding food into smal-

The faster you eat, the faster you fill your stomach and the more likely you are to give it too much food. Your appetite is regulated by hormones. The two main ones are ghrelin, which sends the hunger signal to the brain, and leptin, which sends the satiety signal.

It is important to know that leptin is secreted about 15 minutes after your first bite. This means that if you eat quickly, you can easily overload your stomach within the first 15 minutes of your meal. On the contrary, if you slow down the tempo and take the time to chew, leptin will have time to transmit its satiety message to your brain. You will therefore have the chance to eat less!

Ultimately, chewing well is good for the health of your digestive system and for your waistline!

NEARLY 400 CADETS gathered at

Saint-Jean Garrison

|Yves Bélanger, Servir

Capt Cédric Séguin

On February 25, nearly 400 Marine cadets from the Montreal area gathered on the parade ground of the academic building of the Canadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School to participate in a seamanship competition.

Captain Cédric Séguin, Public Affairs Officer of the Regional Cadet Support Unit (East) - Estrie, maintains that the event was eagerly awaited by all. “This is one of the first big activities we've organized since the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Five hundred cadets from 24 Marine cadet corps were expected for the event. They arrived from everywhere between Gatineau and Trois-Rivières, via Abitibi, Montreal, Laval, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu and Drummondville. “Due to bad weather conditions, some were unfortunately unable to join us.”

Throughout the competition, the cadets were able to put their knowledge and skills to the test during the various events. “Among the activities were map navigation, knots, flag communication and boat workshop. We had sailboats and whalers on site and the cadets were able to board and discover these boats.”

1 - Among other things, participants were able to board survival crafts.

2 & 3 - Maritime navigation exercises were on the program.

4 - The cadets were able to practice their technique for tying knots.

A host of outdoor activities await you with MARC-ANTOINE MERCIER

|Yves

Bélanger, Servir

Since his early childhood, Marc-Antoine Mercier has had the greatest passion for sports and outdoor activities. Since January 24, he has held the position of Outdoor Specialist Community Recreation Instructor for the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) of Saint-Jean Garrison.

As far as he can remember, he has always had an attraction for nature and what one can experience there. “Already, as a child, nature and sports fascinated me. Thanks to my family, I started ice skating at two and a half years old and since then I have never stopped learning different outdoor sports.”

Football, ultimate frisbee, climbing, canoeing, kayaking, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing, telemark, golf, rugby, snowboarding and archery are some of the sports he practices. “I have also done a lot of mountain biking. I participated in competitions. I was ranked 10th in Quebec. However, one day, I fell and an injury forced me to put this sport aside, at least the competition.”

The new instructor mentions that he is much happier outside, in nature, than between four walls. “It is outside, in a tent, that I sleep best. The outdoors calms me down. This is really where I feel on my X.”

Ex-military

The taste for adventure also led Marc-Antoine Mercier to enlist in the Reserve for 11 years. He started at The Sherbrooke Hussars where he was a reconnaissance driver. “I was there for six years.” He then joined the Naval Reserve in Chicoutimi, where he worked for five years. “I was a naval warfare Officer in Her Majesty's Canadian Ship Cham-

plain.” Knowing that he would go to live in France for a few years, he subsequently decided to leave the Reserve.

Mr. Mercier's atypical career continued with various training courses as instructor, lifeguard and driver of land and water vehicles. “This led me, among other things, to work for 18 months in Gaspé for a company specializing in adventure tourism.”

Today, his free time is mainly related to medieval combat, climbing or digital drawing. “I also go out camping or outdoors whenever I have the chance. I always love to learn new things.”

Many activity ideas in mind

With his new position at the PSP, Marc-Antoine Mercier has many outings ideas in mind. “Among other things, I am thinking of organizing a picnic at sunset. I am also working on setting up an outdoor survival activity at night.”

In terms of indoor activities, the instructor indicates that he is very eager to present to the customers of the Saint-Jean Garrison sports centre the climbing wall of the palestra which has recently been improved. “We have reviewed it and added new, more challenging and diverse routes. Climbers will have even more

A hint of what awaits you!

challenges and fun!” I also look forward to receiving the equipment that

will allow us to offer indoor archery workshops.”

To find out about all the outdoor activities that will be offered in the coming months by Community Recreation, watch the spring-summer program of the Saint-Jean Garrison sports centre which will be published soon.

Backcountry camping and hiking await members of the military community and citizens!

Marc-Antoine Mercier.

Photo: YVES BÉLANGER

From field to tatami

For many years, Captain Fatou Camara has been recognized for her performance in soccer, a sport she began practicing at the age of 12. Some time ago, she decided to return to another of her favorite sports, taekwondo.

Unit: 51st Field Ambulance

Sports: Taekwondo

What led you to practice your discipline?

I discovered taekwondo at the university. A few years ago, I started practicing it again on a regular basis. I really like the values that this sport conveys. To list a few:

• Self-control: it is knowing how to dominate oneself, to control one's emotions.

• Humility: it is recognizing one's limits and abilities by showing modesty.

• Loyalty: it is being faithful to one's commitments, respecting the rules of honour and probity.

Taekwondo is excellent for working on speed of execution, flexibility and precision.

What are your greatest achievements in this sport?

I was named a recipient of the Female Hope Award while practicing taekwondo in university. Presently, I participate in various civil competitions in order to finish among the first.

What is your strength?

My strength and my power are my strengths, as well as my speed of learning. Bodybuilding is also part of my training.

During a competition, what do you focus on?

I observe the approach of my opponents a lot in order to understand their strategy and defeat them by surprise.

Poor performance or failure is part of an athlete's journey. How do you live with the worst performance?

I work harder and I continue to listen to the advice of my coaches.

What influence do the athletes you meet have on your training and your performance?

They are all examples of perseverance and determination. I always feel extremely privileged when I receive advice from them.

What role do your loved ones play in your success?

My motivation is to continue to be healthy and be an active aunt to my nieces for many more years!

What other sports do you practice? Football.

Do you have a ritual that brings you luck before a competition? No.

What would you say to someone who wants to try your discipline? It's a great sport. It is extremely gratifying.

This section introduces you to members of the Defence Team, civilian or military, who train rigorously in order to participate in various competitions. Do you know an athlete whose efforts deserve to be recognized? Contact the editorial’s team at servir@forces.gc.ca

Name: Captain Fatou Camara

Photo Facebook Fatou Camara

|Yves Bélanger, Servir

Officially launched in 2021, the boxing training club now has nearly 80 members among the officer cadets and naval cadets of the Royal Military College Saint-Jean (MRC Saint-Jean), which makes it the most popular club of the institution at the moment.

Although boxing is not a sport promoted by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), boxing training represents excellent physical fitness. It is for this reason that RMC Saint-Jean agreed to found such a club.

A discovery

Officer Cadet Vandy Bédard

Prakongkham never had much interest in combat sports. Two years ago,

BUILD CONFIDENCE with boxing training

he discovered boxing training and literally fell in love with this discipline. Today, he is the vice-president of the RMC Saint-Jean boxing training club.

He explains that although officially launched in the fall of 2021, the club began operations the year before.

“It was Lieutenant Olivier Sauvagnat who was an officer cadet at that time, who had the idea of setting it up. When I went to a training session, I was immediately hooked.”

Kill two birds with one stone

OCdt Bédard Prakongkham explains that practicing this sport has allowed him to develop real selfconfidence. “Besides, it has helped me a lot to be in better physical

shape and I now know how to defend myself better.” He also likes being able to train alongside people who have the same interests as him.

Three boxing training sessions take place each week. Club members participate on a voluntary basis. “I try to go there at least twice a week. We have three different coaches, Marc-André Gauthier, Yves Trottier and Alexandre Bradette. It's good, because everyone has a different style.”

OCdt Bédard Prakongkham advises all his fellow students to try this training at least once. “I think everyone can pick up something in this sport which is great for maintaining good physical shape.”

Each session begins with a warmup, followed by a period of boxing

simulation (shadow boxing). “We always end with a series of exercises for the abdominals, muscles that are essential for this type of sport.”

As far as he is concerned, OCdt Bédard Prakongkham has every intention of continuing to train in boxing once he leaves RMC Saint-Jean to pursue his career in the CAF. “If this type of training is not offered at the garrison where I will be transferred, I will go and do it in a civilian gymnasium. For me, it's the perfect way to exercise and burn off my energy.”

Please note that only officer cadets and naval cadets can join this club. Those interested in doing so should write to vandy.prakongkham@ cmrsj-rmcsj.ca.

Photo : Janie Boudreault

Front row: Yves Trottier and Alexandre Bradette, coaches, Officer Cadet Vandy Bédard Prakongkham and Marc-André Gauthier, coach. Back row: Officer Cadets Liam Bronsema and Matisse Gauthier-Bossé.

The PSP offers you…

The PSP offers you…

The Personnel Support Programs team in the Montreal region offers a wide range of services to members of the military community and citizens. Enjoy!

Five PSP Instructors Reach Platinum Level

Reload your machine

March 21st

Saint-Jean and Montreal Garrisons

For CAF members and civilian employees who are members of the PSP Plan

The Health Promotion team is preparing two new sessions of the Reload your machine workshop. Healthy lifestyle habits, physical training, quality of sleep, alcohol consumption and food will be some of the topics covered. The meetings will take place twice a week in Montreal and once a week in SaintJean. The maximum number of participants for each group is 15 people.

Some of the Personal Support Programs fitness professionals are in better shape than ever. This is the case of Alexandre LévesqueAllaire, Kathleen Laperle, Marika Gosselin, Mathieu Doucet and Victor Caron-Clément who reached the Platinum level in the FORCE evaluation. This is the physical standard for Canadian military employment. Attaining the Platinum level is an honour reserved for 0.1% of members of the Canadian Armed Forces. This year, across Canada, 58 PSP employees reached the Platinum level.

The CISM sailing team is recruiting

New services at Montreal Garrison

As of April 1, the Montreal Garrison Sports Centre will offer some of the most interesting new features. Among these, the improvement of some equipment, a therapeutic massage service and Service/Expertise to enable military members to achieve the Platinum level on their FORCE Evaluation.

Information: 514-252-2777 # 2752 SvcOpsPspLonguePointe@for

Day camp counselors wanted

At Saint-Jean Garrison, the Plein Soleil day camp will offer three-day camps this summer for children aged 5 to 12 and the organizers are currently looking for dynamic young counselors. Do you want a stimulating, rewarding job where you can put your skills and creativity to work? The Plein Soleil day camp is ideal for you!

The Canadian Armed Forces sailing team is currently recruiting for the upcoming Conseil international du sport militaire (CISM) championships. Are you a CAF member and a sailor? Do you like competition? Do not hesitate to register!

Information and registration: claudie.busssieres@forces.gc.ca

The Patriotes were eliminated in the final

The representative veteran hockey team of the Montreal region lost 9-3 in the final against The Ottawa Nationals during the Canadian Forces Regional Veteran Hockey Championship held in Bagotville from February 20 to 24.

The championship started with the Patriotes losing 5-2 to The Nationals. Subsequently, the Montreal team defeated the Valcartier Lions by a score of 2-0. The next day, the Patriotes won against the Bagotville team 6-2. In the semifinals, the players of the Montreal team again defeated the Lions by a score of 4-3. It is therefore the Ottawa team that will represent the Quebec region at the National Veteran Hockey Championship which will take place from March 13 to 17 in Esquimalt.

OFFRE EXCLUSIVE / EXCLUSIVE OFFER

PRE-REGISTRATION

GARNISON SAINT-JEAN / SAINT-JEAN GARRISON

MEMBRES PSP

UN CAMP GÉNÉRALISTE

5 À 12 ANS

Première semaine de camp GRATUITE + chandail gratuit

Les autres semaines, payez 115$ / semaine au lieu de 150 $

DEUX CAMPS SPÉCIALISÉS

8 À 12 ANS

SPORTS ET PLEIN AIR ARTS ET ACTIVITÉS CULTURELLES

Première semaine de camp à 35 $ au lieu de 150 $ + chandail gratuit

Les autres semaines, payez 150 $ / semaine au lieu de 200 $

NON-MEMBRES PSP (UNIQUEMENT MILITAIRES ET EMPLOYÉS MDN)

UN CAMP GÉNÉRALISTE

5 À 12 ANS

Payez 125 $ / semaine au lieu de 150 $ + frais chandail

DEUX CAMPS SPÉCIALISÉS

8 À 12 ANS

SPORTS ET PLEIN AIR ARTS ET ACTIVITÉS CULTURELLES

Payez 175 $ / semaine au lieu de 200 $ + frais chandail

DÉTAILS IMPORTANTS

Offre disponible seulement sur place à la réception du centre des sports lors de ces trois journées.

Places limitées Frais des sorties obligatoires et du service de garde en sus. Déductible d’impôts

31 MARS DE 15 H À 21 H 1ER ET 2 AVRIL 2023 DE 10 H À 16 H

MARCH 31

FROM 3 P.M. TO 9 P.M.

APRIL 1 AND 2, 2023

FROM 10 A.M. TO 4 P.M.

PSP MEMBERS

ONE REGULAR CAMP

5 TO 12 YEARS OLD

First week of camp FREE + free t-shir t

Other weeks pay $ 115 / week instead of $ 150

T WO SPECIALIZED CAMPS

8 TO 12 YEARS OLD

OUTDOOR SPORTS ARTS - CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

First week of camp at $ 35 instead of $ 150 + free t-shirt

Other weeks, pay $ 150 / week instead of $ 200

NON PSP MEMBERS (FOR MILITARY AND DND EMPLOYEES ONLY)

ONE REGULAR CAMP

5 TO 12 YEARS OLD

Pay $ 125 / week instead of $ 150 + t-shirt fee

T WO SPECIALIZED CAMPS

8 TO 12 YEARS OLD

OUTDOOR SPORTS ARTS - CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

Pay $ 175 / week instead of $ 200 + t-shirt fee

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Offer available only on site at sports centre reception during these three days.

Limited places Fees for mandatory outings and daycare not included. Tax deductible

25, chemin du Grand-Bernier Sud, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC, J0J 1R0 (450-358-7099 #7262)