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17 Wing/AFTC Commander Col Blaise Frawley gets suited up in full fire fighting gear with the help of PSP team member Anil Sukhan on October 3rd. For the full story see page 3.
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402 Squadron Celebrates 80th Anniversary
On Saturday September 15th, 2012 the 402 “City of Winnipeg” Squadron at 17 Wing Winnipeg hosted a dinner at the Officer’s Mess to celebrate its 80th
Anniversary. Photo: Cpl Piotr Figiel
WO Barry Wright wartime and in peacetime. Featured evening. as the De Havilland Gypsy Moth and
402 Squadron during the evening were many of the Several of the guests attending this gala the Avro Tutor, the squadron (as it is
aircraft involved in the rich history of event have been affiliated with 402 Sqn today) was heavily involved in training.
402 Squadron Members, both past and the squadron such as the Avro Tutor, for 40 plus years including reserve force Years later in 1939 in anticipation of
present, were recently honoured and Hawker Hurricane, De Havilland member WO Brian Arnold, and WO (ret) WWII the Squadron was renumbered
acknowledged for their professionalism Vampire, Douglas CC-129 Dakota and Cliff Cooke the present Drum Major No. 112 Army Cooperation Squadron,
and dedication during a celebration most currently, the De Havilland CC/ of the Pipes and Drums since 1967. equipped with the Westland Lysander
of the Squadron’s 80 years of history CT-142 Dash 8 “Gonzo.” Additionally, an Other notables included Cpl Don Blain and deployed overseas. It was at this
serving Canadians and representing the event such as this would not be complete a member of the Pipes and Drums since time that it received its current moniker
City of Winnipeg. without also paying tribute to the Air 1972, and Sgt Warren Ryan a member of as “The City of Winnipeg Squadron”
Members of one of the oldest RCAF and Ground crews that have kept these 402 since 1974. and issued its Squadron Colours by the
Squadrons were recently treated to machines flying throughout the years. The night was filled with many a mayor of Winnipeg. During the war
a night of nostalgia and camaraderie There was no shortage of countless highlight and the Commanding Officer it was decided the Lysanders were not
during a dinner held in the Officers Mess photos of members both past and LCol Marc Rittinger reflected by needed and a fighter squadron would be
at 17 Wing on September 15, celebrating present, evoking entertaining comments mentioning, “It is pertinent to pause and more valuable to the cause. December
the Squadrons inception and the 80 from all present. reflect on the heritage of 402 Squadron 1940 saw the introduction of Hawker
years of service since. A multimedia What evening would be complete as we celebrate our 80th Anniversary. Hurricanes and the amalgamation of
presentation played throughout the without a little accompaniment? Stellar The Squadron’s honorable legacy of 110 and 112 Army Cooperation becoming
evening highlighting glimpses of 402 Entertainment was supplied by the 402 meeting challenges head-on during No. 2 Canadian Squadron. In March
Squadron’s extensive history, including Sqn “Loud and Proud” Pipes and Drums wartime, and in a variety of roles from of 1941 while stationed in RAF Digby,
many of the aircraft and personnel and the Airforce Jazz Band which were the 50’s through the 90’s, provides a Lincolnshire, England the unit became
that worked with the squadron both in both visibly enjoyed by all during the helpful perspective for the difficult what it is known as today … 402
challenges that are currently testing Squadron.
the character and professionalism of our This celebration would not have been
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Fast, Fun and 45th Annual Hubbell Awards
Dinner Honours Cadets
Thankfully, No Fire!
A glimpse at the 2012 Combined Commanders
Training Session team building fitness activity
Francine Chartier (L) from 49 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps, Rear-Admiral (RAdm)
Jennifer Bennett, the Chief of the Reserves and Cadets and the Army recipient of the Lieu-
tenant (Lt) Laurence Gillmor Sherman Award, Warrant Officer (WO) Hillary Lecocq (R) from
2701 (PPCLI) Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps. Photo: Cpl Jean Archambault.
By: Lauren Parsons Canadian anthem. This Royal Canadian Air Ca-
was to honour a Brazil- det Corps, could not be in
Three deserving cadets ian national who is on attendance because he is
The participants in this year’s Combined Commanders Training Session gather in the
lobby of the 1 Canadian Air Division building. Photo: Cpl Piotr Figiel from Land, Air, and Sea exchange for a year and already attending McGill
were honoured at the 45th living with Cadet WO Hill- University in Montreal.
By: Major Isabelle Rob- decisions reached or sug- quoted here!) as our RCAF annual Hubbell Awards ary Lecocq, of 2701 PPCLI F/Sgt Kang hopes to pur-
itaille gested during such meet- leaders climbed ladders, dinner Saturday Septem- Cadet Corps, who received sue international law, and
1 CAD/CANR Senior PAO ings have a direct and of- dragged casualties and ber 22. the Lieutenant Laurence would eventually like to
ten immediate impact on ran in full firefighter’s The awards are handed Gillmor Sherman Award. work for the United Na-
For a staff officer like the RCAF operations as gear. out annually in the form Each cadet accepted tions.
myself, it is a privilege a whole. To add a fitness “This is such a great of scholarships to three their awards graciously, Rear-Admiral Ben-
to be invited to take part break to this year’s agen- activity! Kudos to the 17 deserving cadets, one Air, and spoke a few words of nett spoke about the cadet
to the annual Combined da was certainly welcome Wing PSP staff and the one Army, and one Na- their plans for the future. program, which she said
Commanders Training by all. firefighters for organizing val, from Manitoba. They Cadet Lecocq has been holds true to the values of
Session (CCTS), held this The fitness activity, such a fun and challeng- are named after Major accepted to the University loyalty, professionalism,
year at 1 Canadian Air Di- organized by 17 Wing Per- ing event,” said MGen Ted Hubbell, a World War of Manitoba where she integrity, and mutual re-
vision in Winnipeg from 1 sonnel Support Program St-Amand, catching his II veteran, who devoted plans to pursue nursing spect. She said cadets take
to 4 October. It is a chance (PSP) team and supported breath between stations. much of his life encour- with hopes of becoming these values with them
to observe the exchange of by the 17 Wing firefight- “We have all learned a aging the development of a field medic technician into their adult lives to be-
ideas, to learn about new ers, was definitely a great great deal more about the youth. After his death, his with the PPCLI. come successful leaders.
initiatives and see first chance to see our leaders, tough training that our colleagues decided to hon- Cadet CPO1 Fran- “Remember how hard
hand the dedication of our from our very own MGen firefighters go through to our his memory by award- cine Chartier is working you worked,” she said.
Royal Canadian Air Force St-Amand, Commander stay fit and as a bonus, we ing the annual scholar- towards a Bachelor of “Remember how hard it
(RCAF) leadership. 1 CAD, to our Wing Com- are having fun.” he added. ships. Science at Universite de was to shine those boots,
The true privilege, manders, Wing Chiefs, “I could not have asked for “I’m impressed with Sainte Boniface, and aims and how easy it is now.”
however, was hands down and division staff laugh, a better team building ac- the caliber of the young to be a forensic scientist The 2013 Hubbell
to see almost all of the smile and have a great tivity” people who wear our uni- in the RCMP Laboratory Awards are scheduled to
RCAF leadership in one time as they completed a Indeed, although the forms,” said Rear-Admiral system. take place next Septem-
room, being told to run challenging circuit train- RCAF leaders are already Jennifer Bennett, Chief of Cadet Chartier, of the ber. And since there are
faster, push harder and to ing activity that repli- working as a team, the Reserves and Cadets, who 49 John Travers Cornwell such a large number of Air
keep up the pace! cated firefighters training increased sense of cama- presented the awards. “It’s Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Cadets in Manitoba, for
Kidding aside, the through ten different sta- raderie was obvious fol- not just about badges and Corps could not stop smil- next year they’ve added
CCTS, designed to en- tions. lowing this activity. And medals. It’s about belong- ing all night – especially a second award for an-
courage open discussion Throughout this hour- as a witness to it all, I can ing, and achieving goals.” when she was handed the other deserving Air Cadet,
on a myriad of strategic, long event, one could hear tell you that there was This year’s dinner Surgeon Captain Gordon which will be named in
operational and tactical nothing but laughs and no shortage of red faces, kicked off with some con- P. Fahrni DSC, MB Award. honour of FSgt Fred Mar-
RCAF issues, is generally good-humoured comments laughter and pats on the fusion, as the band began Cadet Flight Sargent ean. Cadets in grades 11
a pretty serious affair. The made at each other’s ex- back…and thankfully no to play the Brazilian na- Daniel Kang, of 176 Boe- and 12 are encouraged to
proposed solutions and pense (which will not be fire to tame! tional anthem before the ing of Canada Squadron apply for the 2013 awards.
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Wing Commanders Honours and Awards Ceremony
On 25 September 2012, Colonel Blaise Frawley, Commander 17 Wing/AFTC hosted an Honours and Awards Ceremony at the 17 Wing Officers’ Mess. All photos by: Cpl Piotr Figiel.
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presented with his Queen Line Cramb received her dian Decoration (CD) Medal. Decoration Medal (CD1) ro- Decoration Medal (CD1) ro- ration (CD) Medal.
Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubi- Canadian Decoration Medal sette. sette.
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Master Corporal Sylvain
Leboeuf received his Ca- Captain Neil Prescott re- Captain Alan Rydman re- Captain Stewart re- Sergeant John McEach- Corporal John Shaw re-
nadian Decoration Medal ceived his Canadian Decora- ceived his Canadian Decora- ceived his Canadian Decora- ern received his Canadian ceived his Canadian Decora-
(CD1) rosette. tion (CD) Medal. tion (CD) Medal. tion (CD) Medal. Decoration (CD) Medal. tion Medal (CD2) rosette.
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Wing Commanders Honours and Awards Cont’d...
Private Norman Bay was
presented with the Cana- Major Andrew Sawatzky Master Corporal Nicole Corporal Pierre Boivin Major Dennis Scharf re- Corporal Jonathan Nebel
dian NORAD Region Recog- received the Royal Cana- Cloutier was presented with was presented with a 17 ceived a National Defence was presented with the Ca-
nition of Superior Perfor- dian Air Force Commander’s a 17 Wing Commander’s Wing Commander’s Com- Flight Safety Good Show nadian NORAD Region Rec-
mance Award. Commendation. Commendation. mendation. Award. ognition of Superior Perfor-
mance Award.
Sergeant Bill McLeod
Private Michael Hill re- received the Assistant Dep- Major Bill Dalke with his Lieutenant Kelsey Second Lieutenant Chris- Chief Warrant Offi-
ceives his Canadian Decora- uty Minister (Public Affairs) CF Commissioning Scroll. Penner with her CF Commis- topher Aumand-Bourque cer David Martin receives
tion (CD) Medal.
Communications Award of sioning Scroll. with his Commissioning his Chief Warrant Officer’s
Excellence. Scroll. Scroll.
Final Wing Commanders Golf Tournament A Success
By: Chris Merrithew (Men) 72- MCpl Dave
Wing Sports Coordinator Tower, Low Gross (Wom-
en) 97- Misty Burrows,
There were 64 golf- Longest Drive Men (hole
ers that converged on the #11) - Sgt Leon Ledgister,
Carman Golf Course to Longest drive (Women) -
participate in the final Sue Paxton and closest to
WCOMD Golf tournament the pin (hole # 6)-Cpl Jon
of the season. The course Ilag. Thanks to everyone
was in excellent condition for participating in all the
and the weather turned WCOMD/PSP golf tour-
out well. naments throughout the
The following awards summer and we look for-
were presented at the clos- ward to having everyone
ing ceremonies: Low Gross back next summer.
Jon Sim chips the ball onto the 9th green at the
Carman Golf Course. Photo: Submitted
MCpl Dave Tower tees off on the 1st hole at the WCOMD
Golf tournament. Photo: Submitted
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WAdmin O Hosts Branch BBQ Time to get your Flu Shot
By: 23 Health Services
Influenza (the flu) is an infection caused by a virus spread easily from one person to
another through coughing, sneezing or sharing food or drinks. Flu can also be spread
by touching objects contaminated with flu virus and then touching the mouth, eyes or
nose. It’s important to wash hands regularly and practice cough and sneeze etiquette
(coughing or sneezing into the elbow, sleeve or using a tissue). The flu season in Mani-
toba usually begins in the late fall and lasts into the spring.
• Vaccine strains for 2012-2013 (Flu strains expected to circulate):
• A/California/7/2009-like, (H1N1),the 2009 pandemic H1N1 strain
• A/Victoria/361/2011-like (H3N2), and
• B/Wisconsin/1/2010-like virus (Yamagata family strain).
*Protection occurs approx. 2 weeks after receiving the vaccine. The vaccine con-
tains 3 flu virus strains. When there is a less than ideal match with the circulating
strains or the vaccine provides lower effectiveness against one strain, the vaccine may
still protect against the other two flu strains. For these reasons, even during seasons
when there is a less than ideal match, vaccination is still recommended. This is im-
The new Wing Admin Officer, LCol Aaron Spott addresses the attendees of the Wing Ad- portant for people at high risk for serious flu complications, and their close contacts.
min BBQ on September 28, 2012 in the Red River Lounge of the Junior Ranks Mess. Photo: Common side effects: soreness, redness and swelling where the vaccine was given.
Alison Dickey Some people may have fever, chills or fatigue. These are mild reactions and usually
last one to two days. The vaccine can not give you the flu because it contains inacti-
RHU Block Party Well Attended vated (dead) strains of the virus. For more information, please consult the provincial
Seasonal Influenza (Flu Shot) fact sheet at the following link: http://www.gov.mb.ca/
health/flu/docs/seasonal.pdf
The RHU block party was underway at the South Side Youth Centre on Saturday September
29th. The event gave over 120 residents the chance to meet their neighbours and
celebrate the arrival of autumn. Hot dogs, chips and a large BBQ were provided for the
event at both RHU sites. Photo: Alison Dickey
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17 Wing Winnipeg to Participate in World Squash Day
Major Doug Chess is responsible for coordinating 17 Wing Winnipeg’s involvement in the International movement, World Squash Day, in an effort to earn
a bid for the sport in the 2020 Olympic Games. Photo: Submitted
By: Alison Dickey, Voxair Photojournalist and a place in the 2020 Olympic Games. The event, known be assigned to one of two teams of 20 players each (Team
Maj Doug Chess, 17 Wing World Squash internationally as World Squash Day, is expected to at- Squash or Team 2020) and will compete in a head-to-
Day Coordinator tract hundreds of thousands of participants from over head, 20 game match. Each game will be played to 20
140 different countries playing on over 50,000 squash points using the point a rally scoring (PARS) system. 17
On Saturday, 20 October 2012, 17 Wing Winnipeg courts. It has already received the endorsement of a Wing’s results will be registered on the World Squash
will participate in a global sporting event. Squash play- number of leading professionals in the sport, including Day web site and combined with similar results from
ers from all over the world are uniting to create the big- reigning world champions Nick Matthews and Nicole around the world in order to declare a winning team.
gest squash match in history, with two teams playing David. The global results will also be used to qualify for a Guin-
in one global event designed to back the sport’s bid for Here in Winnipeg at 17 Wing, Maj Doug Chess is ness World Record.
leading the charge to get as much participation for the There are actually eight different sports that are vy-
event. Chess began playing approximately 25 years ago ing for only one spot in the 2020 Olympic bid. “It’s good
and says it has grown into a real passion for the sport, to see this type of international movement and support
“I started back in Shearwater with some friends and it for the sport,” says Maj Chess. “Squash has bid for the
stuck - a love affair with the game was born.” Olympics before, so hopefully this kind of exposure will
The format of the tournament, in recognition of the improve our chances.”
2020 Olympic bid, also has a 20-20 theme. Players will As of October 2nd, 464 clubs had registered for the
event so far.
HABING LAW The event is supported by Squash Manitoba who
is providing funding for snacks, refreshments, as well
as advertising for the event. 17 Wing PSP is also sup-
Barristers, solicitors & Notaries
porting the event by providing court access, tournament
support and a reduced drop-in fee of $3 for players who
are not members of the recreation facility. Players in-
terested in participating in the event may contact the
Ronald Habing 17 Wing Tournament Coordinator Major Doug Chess at
Ba. ll.B. 204-833-2500, local 2181 or via email at doug.chess@
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Change of Leadership for the RCAF
LGen André Deschamps, outgoing commander of the RCAF (L), Gen Walt Natynczyk, CDS, and incoming commander of the RCAF, LGen Yvan Blondin (R),
sign the change of command certificates. Credit: Cpl Darcy Lefebvre.
DNews takes command of Canada’s modernized and highly-ca- on strategic air force issues. He is also responsible for
pable Air Force, Canada’s military airpower will meet training, generating and maintaining combat-capable,
Command of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) the defence challenges of today and well into the future.” multi-purpose air forces to meet Canada’s defence objec-
officially changed hands at a ceremony held September “Our recent operational achievements have demon- tives.
27th, 2012 at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum strated that the RCAF is a professional and skilful force Lieutenant-General Blondin has accumulated more
in Ottawa. that delivers the effects needed to make Canada and the than 3,000 flying hours, flying aircraft such as the T-33
In the presence of Defence Minister Peter MacKay, world a safer place,” said Lieutenant-General Blondin. Silver Star and the CF-18 Hornet. His most recent ap-
the new Commander of the RCAF and Chief of the Air “I intend to keep up the momentum as we continue to pointments have included Deputy Commander of the
Force Staff, Lieutenant-General Yvan Blondin, assumed modernize our force and build on these achievements. RCAF, Commander of Canadian NORAD Region, Com-
command from Lieutenant-General André Deschamps “Our airmen and airwomen are making tremendous mander of 1 Canadian Air Division, Director of Staff at
at a ceremony presided over by General Walt Natynczyk, contributions to Canadian Forces operations at home NATO International Security Assistance Force Head-
Chief of the Defence Staff. and around the world. Thanks to their professionalism quarters in Afghanistan and Wing Commander of 3
“With the leadership of Lieutenant-General Des- and dedication, we will continue to succeed in these ex- Wing Bagotville.
champs, the Royal Canadian Air Force has significantly citing and challenging times.” LGen Deschamps is retiring after 36 years of distin-
increased domestic and international operations and As the senior air force officer in the Canadian Forces, guished service with the RCAF.
supported Canada’s military mission to Afghanistan,” the Commander of the RCAF and Chief of the Air Force
said Minister MacKay. “As Lieutenant-General Blondin Staff acts as an advisor to the Chief of the Defence Staff
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SAREX Prepares Crews for Emergencies
Ziya Tong, one of the hosts of Daily Planet on the Discovery Channel, acts as a simulated casualty for MCpl Carl Portman and Sgt Joel Manaigre, 435 (T&R) Squadron SAR
Techs at SAREX held in Yellowknife in July. Photo: Cpl Jean Archambault.
Sgt Bill McLeod tional SAREX at Val d’Or, Quebec. As well, a few squad- SAR Techs from anywhere and work together on a major
17 Wing Photojournalist ron members participated in a provincial Ground Search event like this.”
and Rescue Exercise at Riding Mountain National Park. The International SAREX included the participation
They are always training, but this year has been a
During the same period the squadron responded to of the 8 Arctic nations consisting of Canada, the USA,
little busier than most for the Search and Rescue profes-
8 call outs from the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the King-
sionals at 17 Wing Winnipeg’s 435 (Transport and Res-
in Trenton. dom of Denmark. Assets for the exercise included 4 war-
cue) Squadron.
“We are always busy,” said Deputy SAR Team Lead ships.
Since July the squadron has trained at their own
Sergeant Joel Manaigre. “Even when we aren’t on exer- As soon as the SAR crews left the International exer-
Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) in Yellowknife,
cise or missions we are constantly training to keep our cise they went straight to Val-d’Or, Quebec, for the Na-
NT, an International SAREX in Greenland, and a Na-
skills and equipment up. We have two toboggans being tional SAREX.
shipped back to us from the north that have to be re- “The organizers came up with 3 scenarios to chal-
ceived and inspected and every Friday morning one of lenge everyone,” said WO Hurtubise. “The first was a
us teaches a 40 minute class on a medical condition or mountain rescue with stuck climbers on a cliff face. The
technique. This Friday we will be combining treating a first rescuers in a helicopter have a hard landing so then
patient while on a cliff face.” another crew has to jump in from a CC-130 to treat ev-
“We threw a lot of equipment out the back of the air- eryone and be picked up by a CH-149 Cormorant.”
craft recently,” Sgt Manaigre added. “The second scenario is a response to a mayday on a
Even though the Search and Rescue Technicians sinking vessel,” WO Hurtubise said. “There were boats
(SAR Techs) didn’t get a chance to jump into any of their in the water, overturned boats, real simulated casual-
call outs so far this fall they did have lots of opportuni- ties, Rescue Randys, helicopters coming in, and the Ca-
ties to jump during training. SAR Team Lead Warrant nadian Coast Guard and the Province of Quebec were
Officer Mike Hurtubise talked about the International involved.”
SAREX they participated in at Ella Island off Green- The last scenario was a night rescue. The SAR Techs
land. had to jump into a confined area under flares.
“We were the only country that brought a jump plat- “At the end we did a little saturation para so every-
form,” said WO Hurtubise, “and the only people who body could step out,” said WO Hurtubise. “Major-Gener-
jumped into the scenario.” The scenario of the exercise al St-Amand (Commander 1 Canadian Air Division) said
was an Arctic cruise ship that had a fire on board with the SAR Techs step out of an aircraft like they are going
27 simulated casualties that had to be treated. to their office.”
“There were also 122 other casualties that had to be The Search and Rescue professionals of 435 Squad-
triaged, treated, and transported,” said WO Hurtubise. ron will be featured in upcoming episodes of Discovery
“The whole logistics and infrastructure that went into Channel’s Daily Planet on October 10 and 11 at 6:00
treating over 120 casualties was amazing.” p.m. local time. Host Ziya Tong joined the squadron at
“We brought Sgt Sean MacEachern from 413 Squad- the SAREX in Yellowknife in July and participated as
ron in Greenwood and Master Corporal Sean Daniell a casualty for a medical exercise that involved the SAR
from 442 Squadron in Comox,” said WO Hurtubise. “It Techs jumping in to assist.
just shows how interoperable we are that we can bring
10 Voxair, 17 Wing Winnipeg,10 October, 2012
ELECTION FOR THE CHOIX DU PAIEMENT
TENANT LIEU (PTL)
PAYMENT IN LIEU (PIL)
D’INDEMNITÉ DE
OF CANADIAN FORCES
DÉPART DES FORCES
SEVERANCE PAY(CFSP)
CANADIENNES (IDFC)
By: the Director General of Compensa- Regular Force or the Primary Reserve, if
Par le Directeur général – Rémunération vérification des paiements tenant lieu
tions and Benefits, Chief of Military Person- eligible, you will receive a CFSP benefit et avantages sociaux, Chef du personnel d’indemnité de départ. Au moment de
nel
for the remaining portion calculated at militaire
votre libération ou de votre mutation de la
your rate of pay for your substantive rank
The time to make a decision about Force régulière ou de la Première réserve,
at that time. Le moment de prendre une décision à
your Canadian Forces Severance Pay si vous êtes admissible, vous recevrez une
Any PiL of CFSP is considered Em- propos de votre indemnité de départ des
(CFSP) is fast approaching. Estimates of IDFC pour la partie restante calculée au
ployment Income under the Income Tax Forces canadiennes (IDFC) approche à
years of eligible service for the Payment taux de la solde de votre grade effectif à
Act and is taxable. If you have unused grands pas. Les estimations du nombre
in Lieu (PiL) of CFSP were mailed to the ce moment là.
RRSP room, you can request a reduction d’années de service admissible au paie-
same address at which you receive your Tout PTL d’IDFC est considéré comme
of income tax at source. Please consult ment tenant lieu (PTL) d’IDFC ont été
T4. If you did not receive your estimate, un revenu d’emploi en vertu de la Loi de
the Canada Revenue Agency or Revenu postées à la même adresse où vous avez
or if you believe there is an error, you may l’impôt sur le revenu et est imposable. Si
Quebec for further details. reçu votre T4. Si vous n’avez pas reçu
need to confirm/correct the information vous avez des droits de cotisation à un
The third option is to choose not to votre estimation ou si vous croyez qu’il y
on your estimate with your Base or Unit REER inutilisés, vous pouvez demander
receive a PiL and when your release or a une erreur, vous devrez confirmer/cor-
Orderly Room. If you think you might une réduction de l’impôt sur le revenu
transfer from the Regular Force or the riger les renseignements qui s’y trouvent
want to elect for a PiL, any uncorrected prélevé à la source. Veuillez consulter
Primary Reserve, if eligible, you will re- auprès de la salle des rapports de votre
errors may affect the amount. l’Agence du revenu du Canada ou Revenu
ceive a CFSP benefit for all the years of unité ou de votre base. Si vous envisagez
During the election period, from 14 Québec pour de plus amples renseigne-
accumulated eligible service calculated at de choisir un PTL d’IDFC, prenez note
December 2012 to 13 March 2013, you ments.
the rate of pay for your substantive rank que toute erreur non corrigée peut avoir
have an opportunity to elect to receive all La troisième option consiste à choi-
at that time. des incidences sur le montant auquel
or part of your severance pay as a PiL. sir de ne pas recevoir de PTL d’IDFC. Au
Whatever you decide, make sure you vous avez droit.
This election period is established by moment de votre libération ou de votre
have all the facts. You are strongly rec- Au cours de la période déterminée
Treasury Board and cannot be extended mutation de la Force régulière ou de la
ommended to talk to a professional ad- pour exercer une option, du 14 décembre
for any reason. There are three options Première réserve, si vous êtes admissible,
visor who can help you understand the 2012 au 13 mars 2013, vous pouvez choi-
available with respect to your election as vous recevrez une indemnité de départ
financial, tax and other implications of sir de recevoir, en tout ou en partie, un
detailed below. pour toutes les années de service admissi-
your decision. paiement tenant lieu de votre indemnité
You may choose, during the election ble accumulé, calculée au taux de la solde
For more information on CFSP and de départ. Cette période est déterminée
period, to receive a PiL of all your accu- de votre grade effectif à ce moment là.
PiL, including a useful and detailed Q par le Conseil du Trésor et ne peut être
mulated years of eligible service prior to Quelle que soit votre décision, as-
and A section, visit the Director General prolongée pour quelque raison que ce
your release or transfer from the Regular surez vous de connaître toutes les don-
Compensation and Benefits website: soit. Tel que détaillé ci après, vous avez le
Force or the Primary Reserve. Your PiL nées. Nous vous conseillons fortement de
(Intranet – Eng) choix entre trois options.
will be processed following a verification parler à un conseiller professionnel qui
http://cmp-cpm.forces.mil.ca/dgcb/en- Tout d’abord, au cours de la période
of eligible service by the PiL Audit Team. pourra vous aider à comprendre les as-
graph/home_e.asp?sidesection=1; déterminée pour exercer une option,
Alternatively, you may also choose, pects financiers, fiscaux et autres de votre
(Intranet – Fr) vous pouvez choisir de recevoir un PTL
during the election period, to receive a PiL décision.
http://cmp-cpm.forces.mil.ca/dgcb/fr- d’indemnité de départ pour toutes vos
for a portion of your accumulated years Pour de plus amples renseignements
graph/home_f.asp?sidesection=1; années de service admissible avant votre
of eligible service. Under certain circum- concernant l’IDFC et le PTL d’indemnité
(Internet - Eng) libération ou votre mutation de la Force
stances, Base or Unit Orderly Rooms will de départ, de même que pour avoir accès à
http://www.cmp-cpm.forces.gc.ca/ régulière ou de la Première réserve. Votre
be able to process payments directly in des questions utiles et détaillées, veuillez
dgcb-dgras/wn-qn/index-eng.asp; PTL d’indemnité de départ sera traité
the pay system. Otherwise, payments consulter le site Web du Directeur général
(Internet – Fr) après la vérification de vos années de ser-
will be processed following a verification Rémunération et avantages sociaux :
http://www.cmp-cpm.forces.gc.ca/ vice admissible par l’équipe de vérification
of eligible service by the PiL Audit team. (Intranet – Eng)
dgcb-dgras/wn-qn/index-fra.asp des paiements tenant lieu d’indemnité de
When you release or transfer from the http://cmp-cpm.forces.mil.ca/dgcb/en-
départ.
graph/home_e.asp?sidesection=1;
Par ailleurs, toujours au cours de la
(Intranet – Fr)
17 Wing Winnipeg Local CFSP PIL Briefings: période déterminée pour exercer une op-
http://cmp-cpm.forces.mil.ca/dgcb/fr-
tion, vous pouvez également choisir de
graph/home_f.asp?sidesection=1;
recevoir un PTL d’IDFC pour une partie
October 15th, 2012, Base Theatre - Building 90, 08:00 - 10:30 (Internet - Eng)
de vos années de service admissible. Dans
http://www.cmp-cpm.forces.gc.ca/
certaines circonstances, la salle de rap-
dgcb-dgras/wn-qn/index-eng.asp;
And port de la base ou de l’unité pourra traiter
(Internet – Fr)
les paiements directement dans le sys-
http://www.cmp-cpm.forces.gc.ca/
tème de paye. Autrement, les paiements
October 23rd, 2012, Base Theatre - Building 90, 08:00 - 10:30 dgcb-dgras/wn-qn/index-fra.asp
seront traités après une vérification de
votre service admissible par l’équipe de
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