CALGARY NAVAL VETERANS ASSOCIATION

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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