An occasion of familiarization on Tuesday at CFB Trenton to discuss the activities of the COVID-19 pandemic, the appreciation of network aid and show visitors some of the operations being carried out at CFB Trenton highlighted how the local base has stood by 2020.
Participants wore a mask and sat on chairs 1.80 yards away at the passenger terminal before boarding Transportation Squadron 436 (CC-130J Hercules) for an excursion to Prince Edward County in Barry’s Bay.
“Last year, more than 25,000 people passed through the passenger terminal where it is currently located,” said Colonel Ryan Deming, Wing Commander.
On deployments, friends and families said “soon” or returned after deployments, those who were warmly welcomed were enjoyed.
“And, unfortunately, I have to tell you that the position you’re sitting in is probably the last piece of Canadian soil that some of our fallen infantrymen have marched on,” Deming continued.”So this position is quite special. This is special not only for 8 Wing CFB Trenton, but also for the Candian Armed Forces Department ».
Last January, the wing commander, Colonel Ryan Deming, won a call that CFB Trenton could be a repair site for Canadians.During this period, CFB Trenton’s 8-wing supported more than 700 quarantined Canadian returnees for 14 days.
“We have deployed our workers’ corps to Ukraine, Latvia, Iraq, Egypt, Panama, Kuwait and Uganda,” Deming said.”We responded to the misery calls of Canadians 226 times this time at our Rescue Coordination Center.Unfortunately, we also took home six fallen comrades.
“This is something we couldn’t have completed without the leadership and recognition of the citizens of Quinte West, Belleville, Brighton, Hastings County and Prince Edward County,” Deming said.
When the pandemic arrived in Canada, 8 Wing temporarily joined a wave of donations and wishes from members and neighbors, while local businesses mobilized and supported the members of the working group responding to the diversity of Canadian quarantine wishes.
Deming stated that the network is not something the CFB takes lightly or for granted, but is seen as an advantage at the center of army activity.
“It was actually humiliating to see how our communities mobilized and provided general support,” Deming said.”I need to thank all of you, the leaders of our network, our neighbors and friends.Its acceptance is true with and appreciation allows us to carry out our mission.Firmly that we are more powerful in combination and may no longer explain my gratitude and gratitude”.
Wing NCO Dan Baulne said it will be a challenging year for many community members and, as a result, the team is spending more time and power on this year’s United Way fundraising tournament.
“Our purpose this year is higher than ever and we intend to live up to the circumstances,” Baulne said.”We put our spirit and power to do it.”
Honorary Colonel 8 Wing John Smylie said the pandemic, staff at his Trenton grocery store” appeared.They came here every day, they faced the assault.
“What inspired me this year in 2020 is that United Way is the only organization that constantly calls me to see what my staff are up to, to see if my staff need help or if we need resources in terms of monetary advice.
Brandi Hodge, Chief Executive Officer of United Way HPEC, explained that in months, the nonprofit sector has been running very fast, successfully and quietly.
The members of the base, whether they are in uniform, are in public service or are defense contractors, they are doing everything they can to give back to the community.
“It’s not about us. These are the ones who want our help,” Baulne said.”We are a circle of relatives and this network is our long circle of relatives.We take care of our own.”
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