The Club will be open again starting Saturday August 6

Interested in a scholarship for a member of your family, see "Documents" section

" Tom Conrick has passed away,  no other details available at this time"

Pancake Breakfast - July 2

Saturday June 4, 2022

This Saturday, due to our participation in Home Town Heroes, the club will be serving pre made sandwiches, veggie side and cookies for a nominal fee. Breakfast will not be offered this Saturday. 

Battle of the Atlantic

The club will not be open on Saturday but instead will be open on BOA Sunday. Free sandwiches! 

HMCS Calgary will not be holding a Cowboy Up event this year but they will be in town for Stampede. As reported in the Navy Calgary Newsletter, the Friends of HMCS Calgary is planning an event for the ship. No details known at this time. 

Raising a tot to celebrate the last issued rum tot that happened on HMCS St Croix, March 30, 1972.

Two of our members remember that day well, Bevan Slater and Doug Ewing.

Members can see more photos in the Photo Gallery.

The CNVA Board met Feb 1 to discuss when the Club might re-open. 

The Club will not be open on either Feb 5 or Feb 12. 

It was decided that the next event at the Club will be the Super Bowl party on Feb 13. An event notice will be sent out shortly inviting members to register for this event. If there is sufficient interest (15 registrations) by Feb 7, the event will proceed. If not, it will be cancelled.

The first regular Saturday opening is planned for Feb 19.

The Club will be closed for the rest of January. This, of course, is in response to the rapid spread of the Omicron variant. Hopefully, we will be able to re-open on February 5.

At the General Meeting Nov 13, Master at Arms Dusty Rhodes presented the Club with a framed print. 

 

Photos taken by Bevan Slater at the Robert Hampton Gray memorial in Victoria. This memorial was featured in the Fall 2020 and Winter and Spring 2021 editions of the Navy Calgary Newsletter (which all CNVA members receive).

Thank you to all Merchant Navy sailors for your sacrifice and vital contribution to keeping supply lines open for our allies in WW II. 

NEWS-RELEASE-TODAY-WE-COMMEMORATE-MERCHANT-NAVY-DAY-SEPT.-3-2021 (1).pdf

This morning (Aug 30), Bevan Slater took this photo of HMCS Calgary approaching Esquimalt Harbour at the end of her 7 month long deployment. Welcome home Calgary...the crew deserves a long break.

CNVA at Navy Day!

 

Bill Buchanan’s Celebration of Life.

Oct. 9 at 1300 ( 1:00 pm ) at McInnis & Holloway, 5008 Elbow Dr. Sw. Internment to follow at Union Cemetery

The Father's Day draw was won by Tom Conrick. Bob McCartney presented his prize at the otherwise deserted clubhouse.

Pictured below are the Cox'n and Buffer of HMCS Calgary enjoying the first care package sent to the ship by the CNVA.

The Mother's Day draw was won by Roberta MacIvor. Bob McCartney presented her prize at the otherwise deserted clubhouse today.

At 2pm (UK time) on Sunday 9th May, there will be a tribute to those brave mariners who endured the Russian Arctic Convoys during the Second World War. To watch the event live, click this link To view the 45 minute video after the event use this link. Letter to the Queen Harold Viles' obituary  Ian Christie's obituary Ruth Kahler's obituary  Message from Jim Golbourn, Membership Coordinator Thank you to all the members who have renewed for 2021 membership year.  We have not received sufficient membership cards from RCNA to issue 2021 cards to members who have renewed.  At this time your receipt issued at time of renewal payment is proof you are a member in good standing for this year.  Members who have not renewed by 1 March 2021 will be taken off the current 2021 membership list and will not be allowed to vote at the upcoming Annual General Meeting as per association bylaws or receive any club benefits including communication on events or newsletter. You can renew on line by following the link in your renewal emails or by going to your profile on the web page or by mailing a cheque payable to Calgary Naval Veterans Association for the sum of $30.00.  The mailing address is found on our web page.  We hope to meet with every one at the club when provincial health restrictions allow us to gather once again. We appreciate your support and understanding in these difficult times Message from VAFB  As we continue we want to ensure that we remain an organization of Veterans Helping Veteran. In order to do this we need the Veterans we serve and the Veterans who help us achieve our mission to have a voice. This voice comes by way of being a member of the Veterans Association Food Bank. We currently have two levels of membership which can be applied for: Voting Members and Non-Voting Members. Voting membership is open to serving or Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, NATO or Commonwealth Allies, and United States Military. Non-Voting Membership is open to family members of Serving or Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, NATO or Commonwealth Allies, and United States Military or members of the community interested in supporting the Veterans Association Food Bank. There is no charge for memberships. There will tentatively be an AGM near the end of April 2021. Members will receive 30 days notice in advance once the date and location have been confirmed. https://veteransassociationfoodbank.ca/ Note: a proof of service document will have to be uploaded to complete a voting member application.

A message from HMCS Calgary to the CNVA:

We are definitely looking forward to visiting you and the amazing city of Calgary once this pandemic is over (as well as eventually hosting you here).

On behalf of the ship’s company, I wish you and all of the members of the CNVA a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Yours Aye,

Mark O’Donohue, CD

Commander/Capitaine de frégate

Commanding Officer – HMCSCalgary

Veterans Affairs Canada is now asking veterans or their relatives and friends to submit their names for the Second World War Tribute, a lapel pin and certificate recognizing Allied wartime service.
Veterans and those acting on their behalf may apply online at tinyurl.com/vatribute. They may also call their local member of Parliament’s office, listed in the blue pages of phone books.

CNVA flag party at Field of Crosses sunrise ceremony Nov 2

Shipmate Bill Buchanan passed away on Nov 1.

Bill lead a very interesting life - read all the details at this link 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FQZDPjtiY4NVHVxRP9pDMJTSoOHBCyd9/view?fbclid=IwAR3o3Vtb3xa5oZSRgfZgGriOnu6TsNNs9pFoBjayTHB4FPHcydTaXkqFGUI

The latest edition of the CNVA's national newsletter, The Yardarm, is out and can be viewed/downloaded at www.yardarm.ca

THRIFT STORE

HELP NEEDED

We need volunteers to assist with setting up shelving and merchandising the Thrift Store. If you can sort clothes, put together shelving, stock shelves and layout furniture we need your help.

Please call the office (403) 367-8387 to signup. We are looking for 10 - 15 people each day from August 31^st  to September 4^th.

COVID-19 Precautions will be in place. Masks, gloves and hand sanitizer will be made available.

THANK YOU for your on going support.

The government has lifted its restriction on AGMs. As a result, the Club needs to hold its 2020 AGM very soon. The specifics can be found in events to the right.

Click link to read article on the recent HMCS CALGARY change of command.

 http://www.lookoutnewspaper.com/hmcs-calgary-change-command/  

HMCS HARRY DeWOLF THE NEW OFFSHORE ARTIC PATROL SHIP

JUNE 7

Request for Photos

Kathy Olinskie is looking for photos of time gone by or of the recent quarantine for Covid 19 for the upcoming newsletter.

If you have such a photo(s) please send to kolinskie@gmail.com.

Please include name(s), year and place if applicable. 

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                   BOB BRYDEN

        HMCS CALGARY SALUTE AT SEA

The BOA75 Virtual Remembrance Ceremony with the Commander of the RCN, Vice-Admiral Art McDonald, will take place on Sunday, May 3rd at 9 am MDT via Facebook Live: 

https://www.facebook.com/RoyalCanadianNavy      

       

  MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

The Spring edition of the Bosn's Call is available under "Photos/Documents"

 FIVE STAR BINGO WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE RE: COVID-19

In response to the COVID-19 virus, the CNVA Board has decided to close the Club until further notice. It is anticipated that the Club will re-open on 11 Apr. The AGM will occur one week after the Club re-opens.

The Board will review this in early April and it is possible that this closure could be extended. 

 WAREHOUSE HELP DESPERATELY NEEDED

 

March 14th. Director's meeting 10:00 hrs.

      March 14th.  ST. PATRICK'S DAY MENU

                     WEAR THE GREEN

           IRISH STEW & BACON & EGGS

     

                      IMPORTANT NOTICE

DUE TO THE POSSIBILITY OF INCLEMENT WEATHER TOMORROW, SAT MARCH 7th the Director's meeting is postponed to March 14th.  and the AGM will be held on March 21st.   The Corvette Club will be OPEN

DIRECTOR'S MEETING SAT. MARCH 7th. IN THE MAVERICK ROOM 10:00 HRS.           

  NEW AT REGALIA   $45.00        

   

     

                      PRESENTS

On Sat 15 February at approximately 1100 there will be a short presentation from MGen (Ret'd) Paul Bury regarding a veterans program "Helmets to Hardhats".

                

Sad news to report. Al Hudak passed away on Jan 26. More information will be posted when it becomes available. 

                  

   

Seaspan Shipyards and many of it's more than 2800 employees gathered for a ceremonial keel laying event for the Royal Canadian Navy's future HMCS Protecteur in North Vancouver.

               

  

GENERAL MEETING JAN. 11th. 1100 hrs. DRESS OF THE DAY WILL BE #1'S OR BUSINESS ATTIRE.

FRIDAY EVENING AT THE OKOTOKS OILERS HOCKEY GAME THE 2020 STAMPEDE QUEEN AND PRINCESSES CAUGHT UP TO CAL ANNIS AT HIS KIOSK FOR A PICTURE.

                    

                                     

        

  NOTE-- DIRECTOR'S MEETING 1000 hrs

PLEASE BRING A NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM FOR THE VETERANS ASSOCIATION FOOD BANK.                     THE MOOSE WILL BE LOOSE

                                   

                                   BINGO

Bravo Zulu to all the bingo volunteers for their efforts in working a record attendance for  Monday  Dec. 23rd. at Five Star Bingo.  We were also recognized by management for being such a well organized and friendly group.  Special thanks goes out to Al Hudak and Cal Annis for all their efforts. 

NOTICE-- The Corvette Club will be closed December 28TH. See you at the Levee Jan 1, 1100 hrs.  The Moose will be loose.

Many thanks to the Shirlaw group for not only the terrific job they do in the Galley but the great entertainment the Elves did performing for the members

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE

       

REMINDER, THE CORVETTE CLUB WILL BE CLOSED DECEMBER 28th. SEE YOU AT THE LEVEE. 

        MENU FOR DECEMBER  21ST. 

THE SHIRLAW GROUP WILL BE MANNING THE GALLEY, WATCH FOR THE ELVES.

 BACON & EGGS,  BACON CHEESE BURGER

CONGRATULATIONS to Bill Bethell who will be turning 88 on Tues. Dec. 17th  and is always willing to volunteer whenever called upon.  Many happy returns Bill.

           

BANFF SPRINGS 2019 ANNUAL BRUNCH

REMINDER,  THE CORVETTE CLUB WILL BE CLOSED SATURDAY DEC. 7th. 

THE BUS  FOR BANFF WILL DEPART FROM THE CLUB AT 0900 ( 9:00 am ) SHARP.

BZ to the decorating committee for the fine job they done in bringing the Christmas spirit to the Club room.  

President Eric Kahler presenting Cameron Diggon,  representing Home for Heroes a cheque from the CNVA. 

             Bravo Zulu to the great efforts of Dana, Ainsley and Ken for the fine job of serving in the Galley on Saturday, it was a large turn out and enjoyed by all. 

A good video of Alberta Remembrance Day ceremonies. 

Also available through Navy Calgary in left column.

GARMISTICE DAY AT THE CNVA 2019

 CAPT. Bill was in attendance Nov. 1st. at the Heartland Retirement Home in Okotoks addressing the residents on past Military history. 

                 

Many thanks to Dee, Zoe and Rob Shirlaw for their great performance not only preparing the food in the Galley but for spending hours decorating the Club Room for our annual Halloween Spooktacular. 

                                

NAVY DAY AT THE MUSEUM

Sad to report Marie Bain passed away September 25/19.  Her son Ted will be making arrangements for a service towards the end of October. 

Pictured below is Lloyd Lomas a member of the CNVA and Christine his lady friend . Good to have them visit  all the way from Victoria and enjoy the fellowship. . .

FIELD OF CROSSES NOW OPERATING AS A CHARITY ORGANIZATION. 

Laura and Mike Vanderkruk ,members of the CNVA and also on the executive of the Veterans Association Food Bank were in attendance to explain how successful the Food Bank has been and plans for the future growth.  Thanks to all the Shipmates for making this day a big success with your generous donations.

Crew from HMCS Calgary visiting the Naval Museum and presenting President Eric Kahler with a picture of HMCS Calgary to the CNVA.   Another great turn out for the Tecumseh BBQ.  Below Scott Hausberg promoting museum items for sale. BZ to the band and all who were responsible for making it a very entertaining day.

Ken Madrick and Art Jorgenson presenting a cheque to Maria Blackburn manager of the Veterans Association Food Bank .  Also pictured below is Laura Vanderkruk, Secretary of the Food Bank who is the Daughter of the late George Bitman who originally ran the Poppy Fund. 

                                 PARADE DAY

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL PANCAKE BREAKFAST ENJOYED BY ALL.Another large turnout for the Belcher BBQ, thanks to all the volunteers who made it happen.  Bravo Zulu to the Padre Lloyd Northcott and Bill Bethell for going above and beyond doing the cooking in the pouring rain,  assisted by an umbrella.ing

Tribute to former Shipmate Bob Buchanan

Presenting Up Spirts for Shipmate Bob Buchanan

HMCS Calgary's new commander Johnny Kouwenberg and Coxswain Todd Jones visiting the Corvette Club.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                         

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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