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CFB Esquimalt runners shine in Sarajevo
Peter Mallett, Staff Writer — Three sailors from Victoria paced Canada to a successful performance in a Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) women’s half-marathon in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The CISM men’s and women’s races involved military runners and support staff from 29 nations covering 21 km through the streets of Sarajevo on May 26. Our women’s team […]
Community marks Air Force century
A/SLt Kim Wachockier, MARPAC — On May 30, the Candlelight Vigil at God’s Acre Veteran’s Cemetery marked the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This event was a poignant moment to honour the bravery and service of the RCAF. During the ceremony, speeches honored the achievements of the Canadian air force. Retired members participated […]
CAF members present and past team up in golf fundraiser
Peter Mallett, Staff Writer — Team Army/Air Force edged out Team Navy while helping set a new fundraising record at this year’s Broadmead Care Charity Golf Tournament. The 21st annual fundraiser for Broadmead Care’s Veterans Memorial Lodge saw 144 participants hit the links at the Royal Colwood Golf Club on the afternoon of June 6. The tournament established a new fundraising […]
