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ore than 600 military and civilian Defence Team members gathered at Naden Athletic Centre on Oct 6 for the annual Ship to Shore Industrial
Tradeshow, where more than 50 vendors showcased products, services, and technologies that support work at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt. Presented by The Lookout Newspaper, the tradeshow welcomed attendees from across the base. The event provided an opportunity for industry representatives to meet directly with the people who use, purchase, and maintain equipment and services across the Defence Team. From industrial tools, safety equipment, and marine technologies to distribution, maintenance, and supply services, vendors filled the Naden Athletic Centre with booths and engaging displays, both
demonstrating capabilities and building key relationships with Defence Team personnel. For returning exhibitors, the value of the event extends beyond displaying new products and capabilities; it is also an opportunity to create and deepen professional connections and better understand the needs of the local Defence Team. “This is our third year being here,” said Simon Fawcett of Makita Canada Power Tools. “It’s great to get such good exposure on our new tools and show how waterproof they are compared to our competitors.” He also described the
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INDUSTRIAL TRADESHOW Connects Defence Team with Key Industry Partners
value they see as a business. “The exposure and connecting to the people who actually use our products is so important,” said Fawcett. For Fastenal’s Andrew Compton, the value of the Ship to Shore Industrial Tradeshow comes down to the engagement from the local Defence Team. “The engagement from the people here is outstanding,” said Compton. “I love this community... if I could mirror this show
across the country, I would do it.” Having attended previous years, Compton also shared that he appreciates the opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces while learning more about the projects currently underway across the Defence Team. Beyond the main industrial tradeshow, this year introduced an Industry Connect Hub in the upper gym, broadening the event’s focus to include professional growth and development.
In addition to exploring this year’s vendors, all attendees also enjoyed a complimentary burger lunch and entered to win one of seven door prizes.
Thank you to this year’s sponsor,
To Adam Boswick from Commander Warehouse Equipment, supporting the service of the Defence Team is why he shows up year after year.
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“We just want to be able to support the base in any way possible,” said Boswick. “This tradeshow really contributes to how much we support the daily work of those who serve, and now our products are found all over the base making the work of members easier.” W i t h s t ro n g a t t e n d a n c e , returning and new exhibitors, and expanded opportunities for connection, the 2026 Ship to Shore Industrial Tradeshow reinforced the value of bringing together both the Defence Team and industry partners for a valuable event. See you next year! ■
Moments from the 2026 Ship to Shore Industrial Tradeshow at the Naden Athletic Centre on Oct 6. Photos: Archana Cini, Lookout Newspaper
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IN REMEMBRANCE:
The Sinking of SS Caribou Archana Cini Lookout Newspaper with files from the Government of Canada
N.S., the previous evening carry-
to reach lifeboats in the darkness,
ing 237 people. Seventy-three
and some were forced into the cold
were civilians, including 11 chil-
water after lifeboats and rafts were
On Oct 14, 1942, the passenger ferry Steam Ship (SS) Caribou was torpedoed by German submarine U-69 in the Gulf of St. Lawrence during the Second World War. The attack occurred at approximately 3:40 a.m., about 60 kilometres off the coast of Newfoundland.
dren, 118 military personnel, and
either destroyed or could not be
46 crew members. Its escort, Royal
launched.
Canadian Navy (RCN) minesweeper
Of the 237 people aboard, 136
The ferry had departed Sydney,
His Majesty’s Canadian Ship
lost their lives, making the sinking
(HMCS) Grandmère, attempted to
one of the deadliest incidents of
engage the submarine following
the Battle of the St. Lawrence. The
the torpedo attack, but the dam-
attack brought the dangers of the
age to SS Caribou was already cat-
Second World War into Canadian
astrophic. Passengers struggled
waters, and left families and
communities mourning the loss of civilians, service members, and crew. More than eight decades later, the sinking of the SS Caribou remains a solemn reminder of the lives lost during war and the dangers faced by those who travelled and served in Canadian waters during wartime. We remember the 136 people who perished and continue to honour their memory. ■
SS Caribou alongside in St. John’s. Photos: Canada.ca
A German U-boat in St. John’s after surrendering in 1945.
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Archana Cini Lookout Newspaper with files from the Government of Canada His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Max Bernays returned to its home port of Esquimalt on the morning of Sept 28, following a three-month deployment to the Arctic and northern Pacific where the ship’s comp a ny reach e d n ew milestones in icebreaking, surveillance and uncrewed aircraft operations. The Harry DeWolf-class Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV) was deployed as part of Operation (Op)
L ATITU D E , a re cu rri n g Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operation conducted in northern waters. Through sustained military activities across t h o s e w a t e rs , the operation is focused on maintaining a presence in the Arctic and North to detect, deter, and defend against potential threats and support continental security. Conducted in alignment with NATO activities, Op LATITUDE reflects Canada’s responsibilities
as an Arctic nation and a founding member of NATO. During its three-month deployment, Max Bernays worked alongside the United States Navy and Un i t e d S t a t e s Coast Guard, participating in combined maritime patrols, boarding exercises, airmaritime integration, and other combined activities designed to strengthen interoperability between both forces in support of continental defence.
The deployment also provided opportunities to advance the ship’s capabilities in the challenging nor thern envi ronment . During Op LATITUDE, HMCS Max Bernays completed 19 days of continuous icebreaking, the longest such period in Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) history. The ship also employed advanced sensors, Autonomous Under water Vehicles (UAVs), and Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) to expand its ability to monitor maritime activity. Working with Canadian UAVs, the ship
Moments from the homecoming of HMCS Max Bernays at B Jetty, HMC Dockyard, Sept. 28. . Photos: S1 Jacob Saunders, MARPAC Imaging.
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operated the Aerosonde Mk. 4.7 UAS, marking the RCN’s first beyond visual line of sight drone operations since 2014. The vessel also completed the longest continuous UAS flight in RCN history while deployed, marking a first for AOPVs with regards to operations that fall beyond direct line of sight. In response to these recent milestones, Commodore Blair Brown, Commander Canadian Fleet Pacific (CANFLTPAC), said “[T]he achievements of HMCS Max Bernays during Operation LATITUDE demonstrate the professionalism, adaptability, and innovation of our sailors operating in one of the world’s most challenging environments.” He also
noted that the ship’s company has therefore helped strengthen Canada’s presence in and understanding of our northern approaches. After months away, returning to Esquimalt brought the ship’s company back to both familiar shores and familiar faces. Th e h o m e c o m i n g a l s o marked the end of the vessel’s northern operations for the year, with its sailors reuniting with loved ones after the ship docked alongside at His Majety’s Canadian (HMC) Dockyard, Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Es q u i m a l t . A m on g t h e homecoming celebrations, the traditional first kiss was shared by Sailor 1st Class (S1) Kieran Gardiner and their partner. ■
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his bike through the forests surrounding the newly developing residential neighborhood his family lived in.
Humans of CFB Esquimalt is a series dedicated to the people who form the West Coast Defence community. It captures unique stories of service, identity, learning, and living from both civilians and military members who work and move through the base. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please email archana.cini@forces.gc.ca.
At home, his parents spoke Polish, and S2 Paduch entered Kindergarten without knowing English. He did not even recognize his own name at first, having only ever heard his family call him Paweł, the Polish form of Paul. “My parents got a call that their son was unresponsive to his own
“I
have a fear of deep open water,” said S2 Paduch. “I’m fine in a big lake. But you put me in the ocean with nothing but the sea for kilometres all around, and I’m sweating.”
name,” said S2 Paduch, laughing. “I learned English in school very quickly after that.” Growing up between cultures, S2 Paduch noted that he never quite found his place.
Today, S2 Paduch comfortably looks back on this fear as one of the many ways the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) has pushed him beyond his comfort zone and built a better version of himself.
Polish children
S2 Paduch was six months old when his Polish family immigrated to Canada in March 1991. They initially settled in Toronto, Ont., before moving to Brampton, Ont., in 1998. Here, he spent much of his childhood playing street hockey, soccer, and cricket, and riding
tioned whether
would tell him that he was not Polish enough, while Canadian child ren ques he was Canadian enough. Throughout his childhood, S2 P a d u c h’s p a r ents worked long hours, and his two older sisters often helped care for him. “I remember
S2 Paduch joined the RCN at 32, after more than a decade of working in the radio broadcasting industry. “In some ways,” said S2 Paduch with a smile, “my upbringing had already prepared me for Basic Military Qualification (BMQ).” To him, the discipline was familiar, and what might have challenged others, felt instead like home. A stable career, a clear pathway for advancement, and the opportunity to contribute to the very country that had given his family a new beginning all appealed to S2 Paduch. “I really like the fact that there’s a ladder of progression that is laid out for you,” he said. “If you meet these milestones, you’ll get here. If you meet the next set of milestones, you’ll go to the next rung. I worked in corporate for so long, and none of this clarity was there.”
You really must develop the skill to say to yourself that you’ll be okay, and that often things are much smaller than they feel. The RCN has taught me so much about handling anxiety S2 PAUL PADUCH
my father working as a forklift driver, having such an immense level of pride in his work,” said S2 Paduch. “I was taught to never half-ass things. Doing a job well mattered a lot more than what the job was.”
Sailing aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Charlottetown in 2025, the vessel’s path through large stretches of ocean brought forth the same unease and dread, especially at
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Then, he learned how serious his fear of open wat e r ac t u a l ly was. It first took hold when he became caught in an unforgiving current that pulled him away from shore while swimming alone in Cuba. While he made it back safely to shore, the near-death experience left its mark.
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night, when darkness erased any distinction between sea and sky. Here, S2 Paduch could not control the ocean, nor could he retreat into land — but he could decide how he responded to it. After completing his daily rounds, S2 Paduch began to sit out on the deck of the vessel, confronting his fear night after night for hours at a time. He became aware of the speed of his heartbeat; the intensity of his thoughts racing through his brain; his clammy hands and the feeling of his organs climbing into his throat. It took about three weeks before S2 Paduch began to feel a difference in the fear. Gradually, the dark, open water became less of a threat in his mind and instead turned into a quiet moment he began to look forward to. “At the start, I would be as close to the body of the ship as possible. I didn’t dare go near the guardrail,” said S2 Paduch. “As the weeks went by, I found myself eventually peering over it, all casual, listening to music, thinking about my day.” The experience changed his relationship with the water. A few months later in the Pacific Ocean, S2 Paduch had the opportunity to participate in an open-water swim exercise (SwimEx). When the ship stopped and the crew could jump into the ocean, S2 Paduch initially decided against it. Then, he changed his mind and entered the water. Almost immediately, every instinct told him to get out. Listening to his fear, S2 Paduch climbed back aboard. Then, he made the decision to try again. “I remember telling myself that I did it that first time. If I could do it again, just like that, it would be enough.” S2 Paduch then jumped back in, treading water, swimming, and slowly, feeling
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comfort alongside the fear. For S2 Paduch, the exercise was less about conquering a fear completely and more about recognizing that he could move forward despite it. The navy, he shared, has repeatedly put him in situations that demand both patience and a willingness to tolerate discomfort. “You really must develop the skill to say to yourself that you’ll be okay, and that often things are much smaller than they feel. The RCN has taught me so much about handling anxiety,” said S2 Paduch. Camaraderie has been just as important. Having grown up far from extended family in Poland, S2 Paduch has found a strong sense of belonging in the RCN, where shipmates have become close friends and like family to him. Across
postings and deployments, noted S2 Paduch, the support of those around him has helped him navigate some of the most difficult moments of his life. “It means everything not to be alone,” said S2 Paduch simply. For S2 Paduch, service has become an ongoing lesson in learning to sit with uncertainty, trust the people around him, and keep going when something feels difficult. When asked what makes a good sailor, he turns to concepts of patience, perspective, and courage. To S2 Paduch, it’s not about being unafraid. Sometimes, it means acknowledging it, sitting with it, and then choosing to get back into the water. Read more from Humans of CFB Esquimalt here. ■ A portrait of S2 Paul Paduch aboard an Orca-class vessel. Photo: Archana Cini, Lookout Newspaper
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Indigenous Food Systems as Culture, Law, and Relationships Archana Cini Lookout Newspaper
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ood is more than what is on the plate. It also carries community history, connects generations of people, reflects responsibilities of a group of people to the land and water around them, and helps sustain cultural identity.
As an example of a food system, Qwustenuxun walked participants through the many elements of preparing and eating smoked salmon that is lost when it is no longer eaten by a group of people, including the proper development of tools required to catch salmon; the process of catching the fish; the method of smoking; the correct way to preserve the prepared smoked salmon; and finally, the many relationships built, deepened, and maintained as we create, eat, and preserve food together as a community.
Jared Qwustenuxun Williams. Photo supplied
These concepts were at the heart of Jared Qwustenuxun Williams’ Indigenous Food Systems as Culture, Law, and Relationships, a Speakers’ Bureau Session cohosted by the MARPAC Health and “Every time we choose to eat Jared Qwustenuxun Williams presented the Indigenous Food Systems: Food Wellness Strategy (MHWS) and something, whether it’s a hot dog as Culture, Law, and Relationship workshop. Photo supplied the Defence Indigenous Advisory or smoked fish or anything else, Group (DIAG). Conducted virtu- we’re actually supporting an entire colonization disrupted Indigenous from Elders can also be affected. ally on Sept 23 for civilian and food system.” said Qwustenuxun. food systems and the relationships military Defence Team members At the conclusion of the session, After a decade spent working in that sustained them. Displacement Qwustenuxun invited those of us at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) mainstream professional kitchens, from traditional territories, restric- who live in British Columbia to Esquimalt, the 90-minute online Qwustenuxun returned home to session invited more than 50 par- cook for Cowichan Elders, which tions on harvesting, and changes to think more deeply about the foods ticipants to look beyond food as a is when he began to deepen his the surrounding environment have we choose, the systems we supsource of nourishment, and con- own understanding of Indigenous affected Indigenous communities’ port, and the relationships and culsider its place in Indigenous cul- foodways and food systems. His access to traditional foods, and tural traditions our choices sustain. ture, community wellbeing, and work today reflects the under- opportunities to pass knowledge “Ask yourself in the province we Every time we choose the world we want to live in relationships witheat, the we natural standing that traditional food sys- between generations. live in, how many spaces or resworld. tems encompass far more than “ Yo u n g p e o p l e d o n’ t h a n g taurants do you know where you “Every time we eat, we choose the world we want to live in,” said Qwustenuxun, an Indigenous chef, educator, and Hul’q’umi’num language speaker from Quw’utsun. “If we don’t eat traditional food like smoked salmon anymore, we don’t just lose the smoked salmon on the plate.”
gathering and preparing ingredients. Harvesting , processing , preserving, and sharing food are also part of a food system, and are also connected to seasonal knowledge, language, family relationships, and responsibilities to the environment.
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Canada and RCN Hosts NATO Submarine Commanders Conference Archana Cini Lookout Newspaper with files from MARPAC Public Affairs Senior s u bma ri ne comma nders and staff from NATO’s 14 submarine-operating nations gathered in Victoria from Sept 21 to 23 for the annual NATO Submarine Commanders Conference (SCC). This year’s 2026 event was hosted by Canada and the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) Maritime Forces Pacific (MARPAC). The SCC brought together Allied submarine force leaders to discuss shared challenges, exchange operational knowledge, and strengthen interoperability among NATO’s undersea forces. Held annually in a different Allied nation, the event
provides a forum to address highlevel issues affecting submarine operations and exercises across the Alliance.
Commanders Conference in Victoria,
This year’s discussions covered operations and exercises; undersea warfare doctrine; safety; escape and rescue; and the integration of uncrewed and emerging technologies. Delegates from each n a t i o n a l s o s h a re d updates on their respective submarine capabilities and activities.
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“It was an honour for Canada and the Royal Canadian Navy to host this year’s NATO Submarine
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home to Canada’s Submarine Force Headquarters,” said Captain(N) (Capt(N)) Alex Kooiman, Commander (CANSUBFOR). “Hosting our NATO submarine partners highlights both Canada’s commitment to the Alliance and the important role submarines play in maintaining maritime security around the world. Opportunities like this allow us to share lessons, strengthen interoperability, and ready to meet the challenges of an evolving security environment.”
NATO submarines operate throughout the Alliance’s area of operations every day, from the High North and North Atlantic to the Baltic and Mediterranean. Their work supports maritime situational awareness, deterrence, and the protection of the sea lines of communication and undersea infrastructure connecting North America and Europe. CA NS U BFOR is b a s e d o u t of C a n a d i a n Fo rc e s B a s e (C FB) Esquimalt, making Victoria a natural location for this year’s SCC. Hosting t he conference a ls o provided Canada with an opportunity to demonstrate its commitment to Allied cooperation. The SCC concluded after three days of discussions and engagements. ■
Senior submarine commanders and staff pose for a photo during the annual NATO Submarine Commanders Conference hosted in Victoria from Sept 21 to 23. Photos supplied.
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The Pipes and Drums of the Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princesss Mary’s) perform during the halftime show of the Oct 3 Military Appreciation Night football game. Photos: Cpl Conor Munn, CAF Imagery
(Right to Left) RAdm David Patchell, Commander MARPAC/JTF(P), MS Laura Andrew, and CPO1 Jonathon Sorensen, MARPAC/JTF(P) Chief during the opening ceremony of the Oct 3 Military Appreciation Night football game.
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he Westshore Rebels welcomed members of the local Defence Team and their families to the Canadian Junior Football League game against the Vancouver Island Raiders on Saturday Oct 3. As part of the Military Appreciation Night, both military and civilian Defence Team members were
The evening opened with the participation of Rear-Admiral ( R A d m) D a v i d Pa t c h e l l , Commander Maritime Forces Paci f ic /Joi nt Ta s k Force Pacific (MARPAC/JTF(P)), and Chief Petty Officer First Class (CPO1) Jonathon Sorensen, MARPAC/JTF(P) Chief. They were joined by Master Sailor (MS) Laura Andrew of the
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Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), and the Pipes and Drums of the Canadian Scottish Regiment (Princess Mary’s). As the game progressed, the Rebels went on to defeat the Raiders 28-21. With the Rebels taking the win, the evening ended on a high note for players, fans, and members of the Defence Team alike. See you next time! ■
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Competition Heats Up at Fifth Annual FMF Members of the Defence Team attend the fifth annual FMF Chilifest on Oct 2 at CFB Esquimalt. Photo: Lt(N) Graeme Hill
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The fifth annual Fleet Maintenance Facility (FMF) Cape Breton Chilifest occurred at a new location this year, raising funds for both the FMF Morale and Wellness Committee and the National Defence Workplace Charitable Campaign (NDWCC). Featuring nine chefs and attended by the Tsunami Brass Band, competition was heated as the chefs sought to outdo each other with varying levels of flavour, spice, and creativity in each chili. Ultimately Capt(N) David Roberge, the Commanding Officer (CO) of FMF, took first place for flavour and creativity, with the perilously hot Memento Mori earning second place. Thank you to all participants, volunteers, and guests!
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THIS EVENT IS SUPPORTED BY THE MHWS ADDICTIONS-FREE LIVING WORKING GROUP IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL ADDICTIONS AWARENESS WEEK 2026. CETTE ACTIVITÉ EST APPUYÉE PAR LE GROUPE DE TRAVAIL DE VIE SANS DÉPENDANCE DE LA SSBF EN RECONNAISSANCE DE LA SEMAINE NATIONALE DE SENSIBILISATION AUX DÉPENDANCES 2026
STRATÉGIE DE LA SANTÉ ET DE BIEN-ÊTRE DE LA FMAR(P) VIE SANS DÉPENDANCES
OCTOBER 19, 2026
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CELEBRATING 83 YEARS
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The CFB Esquimalt Women’s Slo-Pitch Team pose for a photo with bronze medals following the 2026 CAF National Championship. Photo supplied.
SPORTS Corner
Big wins, big plays, and even bigger team spirit. Here’s a look at some of the teams and athletes from Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt who made waves in September.
CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE 2016 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 XRX 19,4000 Kms. Excellent condition, very solid stable bike. ABS, cruise control, OEM driving lights, Motortek engine guards centre stand included. Valve check and service done in Jun included oil change, air filter clean, butterfly plates cleaned, clear diagnostics. Michelin Road 6 low mileage tires. Metal Givi Trekker top case. Some flexibility on price - $7500. mike_maxwell@telus.net or 250-213-2789. FREE RANGE CHICKEN EGGS A dozen eggs $7. I can deliver within CFB Esquimalt during lunch or before/after business hours. Eggs come from happy, well loved hens located in Cobble Hill. Contact 250-580-5093 or lorraine. crinkley@forces.gc.ca. REAL ESTATE FOR RENT ONE-BEDROOM CARRIAGE HOUSE SUITE IN A NEW WESTHILLS COMMUNITY - Rent: $1700/ month. Available for rent immediately, with a flexible move-in date for the right individual. Renting our one-bedroom carriage house suite in a new Westhills community (Langford) that is walking distance to the bus exchange and YMCA, and close to amenities including grocery stores and the Westshore Town Centre. Suite is completely separate from the main house, with lane access down a staircase to a private entrance and small outside patio space. Looking for a quiet, mature, and respectful tenant. Features:
suite separate from main house (576 SQ. FT) with private entrance • Small outside patio • All stainless steel appliances including dishwasher In-suite washer and dryer • 1 designated parking spot included • Includes water, garbage, sewer and recycling – does not include hydro, internet/ cable. • 1 YEAR RENTAL LEASE REQUIRED Suite is not suitable for a dog, but we may consider a small pet (such as a cat) for the right tenant • No Smoking or Vaping To Apply: Please message with a short introduction, your occupation, and desired movein date. Proof of income required, along with references from previous landlord and current employer. Note that proof of Tenant’s Insurance also required at move in date (required by our home insurance policy). darylgerri@gmail.com QUIET WATERFRONT 2-BED SUITE | 5-MIN WALK TO METCHOSIN CFB BASE: Rent: $2,100/mo. Available immediately, Metchosin / Colwood border (Oceanfront). No Smoking | No Pets. Highlights: • Stunning, peaceful waterfront property. 5-minute walk to CFB military facility. Easy access to Royal Bay & Colwood. • Newly renovated, bright 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom. • Separate entrance, dedicated address, and private keyed mailbox. • In-suite laundry + 2 dedicated outdoor
• Bravo Zulu to the CFB Esquimalt Women’s Slo-Pitch Team for bringing home bronze from the CAF National Championship after a 14–1 win over St-Jean Garrison, Quebec • Bravo Zulu to Capt Amanda Lauder, named Team MVP, and Master Sailor (MS) Roseline Clark, named Tournament MVP • Bravo Zulu to the CFB Esquimalt Tritons Men’s Soccer Team for representing Canada West at the CAF National Championship and finishing fourth after a close 1–0 loss to 2nd Canadian Division Support Base Valcartier, Quebec • Bravo Zulu to the CFB Esquimalt Tritons Flag Football Team for winning the Commodore’s Cup for the first time in the annual game’s five-year history ■
To upload your classified to our online classified section, click here! parking spots. Rent & Utilities: • Included: High-Speed Wi-Fi, Water, Garbage, & Recycling. • Tenant Pays: BC Hydro (electricity only; no gas). To Apply: Please message with a short introduction, your occupation, and desired move-in date. References & credit check required. amtinaji@hotmail.com or 778-584-6868. FURNISHED HUGE 2 BEDROOM SUITE - 2 Beds 1 Bath – Suite $2800 + 25% utilities – available Sept. 1st. 1200 sq. ft! Welcome to our newly built FURNISHED suite. Premium SOUNDPROOFING installed. Safe and sound insulation and resilient channel bars with double the drywall to add superior SOUNDPROOFING. This is an above ground walkout basement suite. Lots of natural bright light and big windows. The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the suite for privacy. Each large master bedroom comes with a queen sized bed and both have 2 closets. The suite has Laminate flooring throughout and tile in the bathroom. It comes with a 50” smart tv, furniture, beds, bedding and towels, kitchen accessories (pots, pans, glassware, utensils, magic bullet, coffee maker, etc.) It also comes with a dishwasher and a full size washer and dryer. Wi-Fi included. 1 dedicated off street parking and street parking for 2nd vehicle. We are in the Upper Quadra area of Saanich. Super quiet neighbourhood. Walking distance to Beckwith Park, 12 min. to UVIC, 20 mins to DND, Military Base, 15 minutes to airport,20 minutes to ferry, 15 – 20 to downtown, 15
minutes to Victoria General Hospital and 20 minutes to Jubilee hospital. Very centrally located. Tell me a little about yourself. Contact: march072008@gmail.com SUITE FOR RENT, ESQUIMALT - Suite for Rent: 1 bed, 1 bath furnished suite in Esquimalt, B.C. $1900 + utilities. Available Sept 1, 2025. Private laundry, Close to CFB Esquimalt. No pets, no smoking. Contact Peter at 250-580-6252, Petevanb@gmail.com for more information and photos. SERVICES OFFERED VANCOUVER ISLAND CHOICE CLINIC - offers a range of professional specialized services to meet the healthcare needs and experiences of our patients. We are an inclusive clinic available to patients of all orientations and gender identities. Our physicians offer early pregnancy ultrasounds, Rh testing, IUD insertions, contraception, vasectomies covered by MSP, PAP smears, STI screening, endometrial biopsy, pregnancy prevention and bleeding control. For your comfort, you are welcome to bring a support person with you, or a member of our staff to join you in the exam room. www.vichoice.ca HAVEN - If you are in an unexpected pregnancy our qualified healthcare personnel can equip you with the free services you need to make an decision. We provide pregnancy tests and support to allow you to make decisions around your sexual health and pregnancy, and support after abortion. Contact us today. www.havenpsc.ca VICTORIA YOUTH PADDLING CLUB - (VYPC)
- we have programs as well as summer camps for youth to learn paddling techniques, try different types of water craft and generally have some fun with a good sweat. Contact Marianne at commodore@vypc.ca or (250) 744-8543 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ASHTON ARMOURY - “The friends” of the Ashton Armoury Museum is a non-profit society made up of volunteers with a passion for military history. We assist the Museum by promoting the collection and display of Logistics, Medical Service, Military Police, and Communications Branch history. At present we are seeking volunteers interested in becoming Executive Board members, particularly serving in the capacity of Treasurer and/or Secretary. If you have the passion and are interested in helping out please contact Chris Preston, at (250) 479-7634, or prestoncm@shaw.ca for details. BECOME A NETWORK FRIEND - Make a difference, become a Network Friend. You would be matched according to shared interests to build a long term friendship with an individual who experiences a disability or mental health issue. Contact: volunteer@Lnv.ca Learn more at www.lifetimenetworks.org BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF VICTORIA AND AREA - Free clothing collections services. Protecting the environment and supporting local kids for over 20 years! Reduce, repurpose, do good. Drive thru donation station open 7 days a week, 10am-6pm at 230 Bay St. Visit bbbsvictoria.com
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PSP Recreation Brings the Holidays to Life at CFB Esquimalt From camps and swim lessons to seasonal celebrations, PSP Recreation creates opportunities for families to connect year-round.
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Easter Egg EXTRAVAGANZA
PSP Recreation works hard to keep event costs affordable so military families can come together, connect, and create lasting memories. Stay Connected Facebook: @cfbesquimaltpsprecreation Instagram: @pspcommrecesquimalt
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