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"Oh, I want to drive, a Zamboni!!!"
By Andy Moorhead, FS&R Director,
19 Wing Comox, (250)339-8211 ext 8542,
mailto:Moorhead.AC@forces.gc.ca
 The song "Oh, I want to drive, a Zamboni" must have been written for Andy, Arena Supervisor at 19 Wing Comox Glacier Gardens Arena. |
Andy Andrews has been working as the arena supervisor for the CFB Comox Glacier Gardens Arena for three decades. At the end of this season the Ice Guru will perform his final oval on the Zamboni. Over the past 29 years Andy has been going around in circles for the benefit of hockey players, broomball players, figure skaters, casual skaters, referees, coaches and many others, in both military and civilian communities up and down Vancouver Island.
When Andy first started, there was only one arena in the Comox Valley, and it was Glacier Gardens. Some of the greats that have skated on Andy's ice include: Comox's own Brett McLean of the Colorado Avalanche, Carolina Hurricanes captain, Rod Brind'Amour from Campbell River, Port McNeil's Willie Mitchell from the Dallas Stars, Dave "Tiger" Williams of Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs fame.
The PSP staff, along with the Silver Totems Hockey Team and members of the Wing Inter-Section Hockey League, arranged for two seats for Andy and his wife Pat to take in a Vancouver Canucks game. When the Vancouver Canucks took on the Minnesota Wild on March 31, Andy rode along with their staff on the ice resurfacer between periods. In return he agreed to pass along some trade secrets so the staff of GM Place can have their ice surface up to his standards for the 2010 Olympics.
To top off this weekend getaway, the Sandman Hotel in Vancouver arranged for Andy and his wife to stay at their hotel and dine at Moxi's restaurant before the game.
We are sure going to miss you Andy. Thank you from all those who have had the pleasure of meeting you and skating on your ice.
Two PSP instructors in Valcartier received the 5 ASG Commander's Commendation. Col Gerry Champagne presented these awards to Vincent Meunier and Côme Desrocher in recognition of the quality of the specialized physical fitness program for the Valcartier military members reporting for selection for the counter-terrorist force (JTF 2). Members of the LFQA went through this quality program and achieved unequalled results.
 Côme Desrocher |
 Vincent Meunier |
Christian Roy, PSP Manager at 5 ASG, presents certificates of appreciation to Nicole Wallace, administrative assistant, and to Benoît Morin, PSP instructor in Saint-Jean, for their remarkable contribution to the United Way 2005 Campaign. Nicole and Benoît demonstrated a great deal of initiative by developing new activities to encourage employee participation, and their contribution was noted and much appreciated. Congratulations!
 Côme Desrocher |
 Vincent Meunier |
 Linda Bernard |
May 9, 2006, Linda Bernard, Non-Public Funds Human Resources Assistant, received the Boomerang Award for her exceptional customer service. Mrs. Bernard earned this distinction after proposing to overhaul several forms in use nationally, which had become obsolete. Mr. Denis Trottier, Regional Manager Human Resources (Central), awarded her the certificate at the Saint-Jean Garrison in the presence of several of her work colleagues.
 Alain Bouffard |
Alain Bouffard, a storeman at the Saint-Jean Garrison sports store, was awarded the title Serving Member of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem May 13, 2006. The Lieutenant-Governor of Quebec, the Honourable Lise Thibault, awarded him his medal at a ceremony held at the Christ Church Cathedral in Montreal. Like about another thirty Quebecers, Mr. Bouffard received this distinction in recognition of his devotion to St. John Ambulance.
Alain Bouffard took a first aid course for the first time back in 1977. In the time since, he has continued to develop his skills and benefit the community. Over the years, he has trained numerous people at the Saint-Jean Garrison.
 Presenting the television from left to right; Col. Matte, 14 Wing Greenwood Commander; James Malcolm from The Personal; David Carr; and Brian Tweedle, CANEX Director, Merchandising & Services. |
Mr. David Carr, a retired CF member from the Greenwood area, is the winner of a 50" Sony Grand Wega television and stand from The Personal Home and Auto insurance. This year's national contest was run by The Personal Insurance, specifically for CANEX. Mr. Carr's name, along with names of all the other existing customers of The Personal, was automatically entered in the draw.
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Congratulations to Beverly Hollins on her recent promotion to CANEX Senior ExpressMart Supervisor. Bev has been employed with CANEX since July 1984. She first worked in Gagetown and later in Moose Jaw as a Clerk/Cashier. Bev finally landed in Halifax and accepted the position of A Block CANEX Office Clerk until recently when she was promoted to CANEX Senior ExpressMart Supervisor for both the new A Block ExpressMart as well as the ExpressMart location in Shearwater. Bev Hollins is seen here with Abdo Daccache; CANEX Field Operations Manager Convenience, during the Grand Opening of the A Block ExpressMart on May 10th.
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After 28 years of loyal service to the Shilo community, CANEX employee Peggy Stock is taking her well-deserved retirement. Over the years Peggy has served in many capacities with CANEX, and she plans to stay involved by remaining active in local events. Best of everything to you in your retirement Peggy!
 Staff at CFB Shilo's CANEX celebrate the retirement of long time employee Ingrid Wasserberg. Back row left to right- Nancy Miller, Tracey Draho, Sharon Robinson, Rick Kehler, Margo Poulin, Tina Pilon, Shauna Wright. Front row- Dolores Olafson, Silvia Okleja (HR manager), Ingrid Wasserberg, and Peggy Stock. |
On July 22nd 1982 Ingrid Wasserberg began her career with CANEX at CFB Shilo. Since then Ingrid has worn many different hats, most recently as Retail Coordinator. Her last day of work with CANEX was February 28th 2006. Ingrid was pleasantly surprised with a retirement lunch complete with balloons, songs, banners, stories, and lots of friends and coworkers in attendance. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement Ingrid!
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Brian Tweedle, Director, Merchandising & Services receives his 15 year Service Award from Gerry Mahon, President CANEX/NATEX. Brian's career with CANEX began when he was hired as National Grocery Manager, he's worked diligently since then to get where he is today!