IMPrint, Issue 24

Making a mark in Aerospace & Defence
Lt Governors Award
Submitted By Ibtasam Arshad and Brad Cornick
IMP Aerospace’s Engineering Special Projects Department garnered
an ‘Honorable Mention’ in this year’s ‘Lieutenant Governor’s Award
for Excellence in Engineering’ for their work on the Aircraft Structural
Life Extension Program Norway - ASLEP(N) program. The award was
presented to IMP representatives at Province House on July 14 by
His Honour, Brigadier-General the Honourable J.J. Grant, Lieutenant
Governor of Nova Scotia.
The ‘Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Engineering’ is
a prestigious award that is presented annually to an individual, a
company, government department or consortium who through original
achievement, creative accomplishment in engineering or excellence
in engineering design demonstrate a high quality of professional
standards. The finalists were selected from a list of very high profile
engineering projects. This year’s winners were AECOM and CBCL for
the Sydney Tar Ponds and Coke Ovens Sites Remediation and SNC
Lavalin for the design of the new Halifax Central Library. Under
normal circumstances, the ‘Lieutenant Governor’s Award for
Excellence in Engineering’ is only awarded to two projects. However
the ASLEP(N) was so unique in its nature that this year an
Honourable Mention was also given so that this achievement in
aviation excellence could be recognized.
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L - R; Brad Cornick, Program Manager ASLEP(N); Jeff Mosher, Sr Dir Engineering; Clark Bain, VP Engineering; Brigadier-General the Honourable J.J. Grant,
Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia; Ibtasam Arshad, FW Engineering; Collin Wills, Manager Production ASLEP(N); Robin McLean, Aeronautical Support Engineering; Jacques Leblanc,
Supervisor Engineering Special Projects; and Bruce McCulloch, past Manager Engineering Special Projects.
IMP AEROSPACE & DEFENCE
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September
2015
Lt Governors Award
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The ASLEP(N) program features the installation of new wings on Norwegian P3 Orion aircraft to give
them a new lease on life - this is just one of several aircraft refurbishment programs that is being
conducted at IMP Aerospace’s facilities at the Halifax Stanfield Airport that demonstrates significant and
innovative engineering. This award would not have been made possible without the contributions of our
project team members including all engineering departments and the ASLEP(N) team members from
other departments. It is indicative of the high level of professionalism that IMP Aerospace continues to
demonstrate, showcasing the engineering excellence within our operating unit and exemplifying the
team effort and spirit of our people.
IMP Aerospace is grateful to Engineers Nova Scotia and His Honour, Brigadier-General the
Honourable J.J. Grant, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia for recognizing our engineering
contributions to the Province of Nova Scotia.
Lt Gov Award Certificate
In Support of Fighting Forest Fires – Cascade’s Quality Work
Submitted By Kevin Lemke
The approximately 440 forest fires burning Canada-wide this summer
created a sense of urgency to maximize the availability of aircraft to
aid in the fight against further damage. This was the case with the
work Cascade was contracted to perform for the Government of
Saskatchewan on their CL-215T firefighting aircraft, #217. At the time
of the work there were 110 active fires burning. The Saskatchewan
Government needed every available tool in its fight against these
wildfires, so Cascade’s ability to react in a timely manner was critical.
Upon completion of the initial aircraft survey, Cascade identified the
extent of the damage and recommended repair options. A baseline
contract delivery date of August 31 was agreed upon with Cascade.
Saskatchewan initially sought an approved repair design from
Bombardier. Based on the urgency of the fire situation and the
Bombardier repair design timeline the customer elected to have the
design activity conducted by Cascade as well.
The repair design and installation were approached as an urgent
Aircraft on Ground (AOG) activity. Cascade developed an
exceptionally aggressive delivery target of test flying the aircraft on
July 24. Engineering designed the repairs and received Transport
Canada approval of the Repair Design Certificate by July 10. Supply
Chain sourced and expedited all materials, including having suppliers
working over weekends. Production then worked around the clock to
push the aircraft through the repair activity. While the repair scope
was larger than initially anticipated, Cascade was still able to deliver
within 5 days of the internal target, which was over a month ahead of
the contracted date and under budget.
Due to the diligence and hard work of Cascade staff, this effort
resulted in a real success for Cascade and their customer. Well Done
to the Cascade team!
Cascade Delivers 3617 to Mexico
Submitted By Ben Boehm
Congratulations to everyone involved in the delivery of aircraft 3617 to
the Mexican Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Mexicana) which occurred on
July 20.
The Mexico program was a valuable learning experience for all of
us. It represented a significant amount of investment in our growth
and development, both in terms of engineering expertise and in how
we manage large scale, long term work in our hangar. We learned a
number of significant lessons from this project. We will be taking
Tim Sarling’s selfie shows about half of the Cascade Crusaders aboard the bike built for 30
One of HR’s Own – Certified in Lean
Submitted By Deborah Maynard
Over the course of this past year, Erja Gladu, Manager, Employee
Services, participated in the Lean, Green Belt Certification program.
This required significant dedication on her behalf, both in terms of
time away from her duties in Payroll, but also in terms of the project
work the program required of her, above and beyond the 3 weeks,
when she participated in the actual course work.
The “opportunity” for Cascade in having employees participate in
Lean training is to equip employees with a toolkit to assist them in
reducing waste in their business processes – it is an approach that
seeks to improve flow in the value stream and eliminate waste. It
uses a powerful framework and statistical tools to uncover root
causes in order to understand and reduce variation. In addition, it
seeks to minimize the resources required for production by
eliminating non-value added activities that inflate costs, lead times
and inventory requirements. The goal being to emphasize the use of
quality improvement programs, preventive maintenance, pull
systems, flexible work forces and flexible production facilities.
Erja, was also responsible for ensuring that the Payroll department
continued to run in her absence, requiring many additional hours
outside of her course work to ensure that we all received our weekly
pay on time. After 3 full weeks of course work, completing her
practical experience and project work, we are happy to announce that
not only did Erja receive her Green Belt certification in Lean, but she
was also awarded a Silver Reward for her participation and project
work.
Congratulations Erja on a job well done!
every opportunity to implement solutions and make adjustments
where highlighted to be ready for additional work that we expect will
come our way, and when it does, we will be ready!
In the end we delivered a great product and achieved a major
international milestone with Engineering’s establishment of our first
foreign military certification basis.
Congratulations one and all!
DAC Visit
IMP Group Acquires the CHC Hangar
Submitted By Kingsley Gale
Submitted By Paul McCabe
A delegation of 15 people from the Departmental Audit Committee for
National Defence visited IMP Aerospace on June 19 for briefings and
a tour of the plant. Pictured are LGen Guy Thibault, Vice-Chief of
Defence Staff with Mr. David Gossen, President of IMP
Aerospace and Defence and Kingsley Gale, Director CP140 CP
Program during the tour of CP140111 in #9 Hangar to review the work
that IMP carries out as part of the CP140 Combined Production
Program (RTLIR/ASLEP/BLKIII).
IMP Group recently acquired the CHC Helicopter Hangar at the
Halifax International Airport. Located just past IMP Group’s #9 Hangar
at 799 Barnes road, this 37 thousand square foot facility was acquired
by IMP Group to support future growth opportunities. Soon the IMP
Group logo will be placed on the hangar and it will be renamed as
#10 Hangar.
Engaging with the Community at the Abbotsford International Airshow 2015
Submitted By Gina Pasqualini
Cascade Aerospace had one of the busiest booths at this year’s Abbotsford
International Airshow and the team of volunteers did an outstanding job of
making sure that kids of all ages had fun making paper airplanes and
“flying” them competitively. The “competition” was a collaboration between
Cascade and Lockheed Martin. The kids made paper F35 aircraft at the
Lockheed Martin tent, and then went to Cascade to see whose paper
airplane would fly the farthest. Winners went home with an F35 hat from
Lockheed and/or an aircraft model-making kit from Cascade.
In addition, our own Stu McIntosh, VP of Programs, brought attendees of
the Airshow’s Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of
Britain to tears with the playing of two laments on his pipes: Flowers of the
Forest followed by Amazing Grace. The setting for his performance could
not have been better. Flanked by the RCAF CF18 air demonstration Hornet
adorned with a Battle of Britain paint scheme,
and with the skies clearing from a passing storm just
after sunset, Stu made his musical tribute to the
heroes of the Battle of Britain. As immortalized by
Sir Winston Churchill when referring to the ongoing
efforts of the Royal Air Force crews – which included
numerous Canadians – fighting the first armed
campaign fought entirely by Air Forces while protecting
Great Britain against a German invasion, “Never in
the field of human conflict was so much owed by so
many to so few.”
Thank you again Cascade volunteers for helping us
show the local community what an amazing industry
we work in and what a great group of people we have
supporting our local business.
Volunteers: Ashley Smith, Olena Zagoskina,
Christian Egri, Cheryl Williams; Neil Ainsworth,
Rob Gora, Tim Hesketh, Richard Bos,
Belinda Van Der Zweep, Marty Witt and
Kim Tamminga
Technical Publications raises money for scholarship
Submitted By Georgia Grundlingh
In a week-long fundraising initiative, IMP Technical Publications
raised the $300 needed to send a student in Uganda to private school
for a year. The tech pubs office showed their support by purchasing
beaded bangles made by a few of the staff, with 100% of the
proceeds going towards the scholarship. The sponsorship program
was started in Uganda by Jonathan (Jo) Cooper, a South African who
has spent the last five years travelling and working around the
Southern and Eastern parts of Africa. Based in the remote village of
Ruguburi, Jo aims to effect real change in small rural communities
with an emphasis on health and education. This program has grown
to become the not-for-profit initiative, Footsteps Through Africa.
The sponsorship gives students in the public school system an
opportunity to attend the local private school, Nkuringo Child Care. On
average, there are one hundred and twenty pupils per teacher in
public schools in Uganda, but thanks to the fourteen devoted teachers
at Nkuringo, each class has about twenty five students. This may be
why Nkuringo Child Care ranks first academically in the Kisoro district.
The sponsored students are often children whose families cannot
afford to pay their school fees, and orphaned children who do not have
any support systems. The one-year sponsorship provides a student
with a roof over his or her head, three meals per day, stationery, and a
school uniform. At Nkuringo, the students benefit from the smaller
classes, improved learning conditions, and more capable teachers. A
portion of the sponsorship also goes toward further developing the
school itself, and through donations to Footsteps Through Africa, Jo
and his team have already built a community library and are beginning
a book drive.
A fifteen year old student, Ambrose, has since been selected as the
sponsored student. As Jo explains, “Ambrose is so determined to get
an education that he sits almost every day after school in the local
market, selling fresh produce from their subsistence farm to pay for
the basic needs of schooling.” With the help of IMP Technical
Publications, Ambrose has now been awarded a full scholarship to
attend a private school in Ruguburi, Uganda.
The students at Nkuringo are also giving back to their community.
The students have pioneered a ‘Go Green Rubuguri’ initiative that
aims at keeping the village clean and countering the deforestation of
the mighty Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - one of the last remaining
natural habitats of the Silverback Gorilla. Education about the
environment and sustainability is a priority at Nkuringo. It is crucial that
the students learn the importance of conservation, and understand the
community benefits of tourism and the presence of gorillas in the
forest. In keeping with the eco-friendly foundation of the school, each
student plants an indigenous tree at the start of their education there.
It is then the student’s responsibility to nurture and protect the tree.
Part of the sponsorship will go toward planting 3 indigenous trees to
counter deforestation, practice conservation, and raise awareness
about the misuse of natural resources.
A huge thanks to IMP Tech Pubs for coming together to support this
worth-while cause. If you are interested in finding out more about this
organization, or if you would like to sponsor a student, visit the
Footsteps Through Africa website at http://www.footstepsforafrica.com/
or follow them on Facebook.
Ambrose is settling in well in his new grade six class at Nkuringo. The scholarship that
IMP Tech Pubs has given him will nurture his potential, enabling him to build a brighter
future for himself and his family.”
Publications Sharing hands
Engineering Running Team in the 2015 Blue Nose Marathon
Submitted By CGC and HH
On May 17, several engineers decided to go the extra mile by forming
a relay team, Aerofeet, and running in the 12th annual Scotiabank
Bluenose Marathon. Despite the somewhat overcast weather and a
few setbacks, they were able to finish the marathon in 3 and half hours
and place 5th out of a crowded field of 29. They really enjoyed the
experience and look forward to doing it next year!
L - R; Dejan Jovanovic, Haipeng Han, Tatyana Munn, Graeme Suddard, Chris Carey, Steve Young, Michael Nunn, Craig Beaton
Aerospace 1 Hangar Face Lift
Submitted By Bruce McCulloch
For those who are travelling in and out of Halifax Stanfield International
Airport, we are pleased to showcase the new paint job on IMP
Aerospace #1 Hangar. This challenging project required the contractor
to sandblast the surface rust in preparation for 2 coats of epoxy paint.
Care had to be taken to keep the sand away from the helicopters inside
#1 Hangar. Much of this work was done at elevation, in a boomlift, and
so it was important to maintain safe work practises. The project
became extra challenging because July was a particularly moist
month, so some of the steel rusted again before paint was applied,
and required additional sand blasting. In the end, we are pleased with
the results, and also pleased that the entire job was done within
budget.
On your next flight out of the airport, take a look with pride at the new
face of IMP Aerospace.
Cabot Trail Relay
Submitted By Gaetan Blais
On 23rd and 24th May Steve Long participated in the Cabot Trail
Relay, as an IMP representative on the DND team from Shearwater.
Taking place on the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, this 24 hour
continuous run is an annual event that spans a distance of 185 miles
or 276 km in a 17-stage relay format that sees runners in each team
run one of these stages. It begins in Baddeck, Cape Breton and goes
over steep mountains in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park,
through many small communities around the famous Cabot Trail and
on to the gently rolling Margaree Valley.
Steve was included in the team of runners representing Shearwater
in this year's annual Cabot Trail Relay. Competing against 70 other
teams, Steve ran Leg # 11, a 14 km run which took him one hour and
15 minutes to complete. His run started at 11:10 pm, running until
12:35 am. As if this was not difficult enough, not only was he running
in the dark but he also had to face strong winds of up to 50 km/h
throughout his run (Legs # 10 and # 11 are also considerably more
challenging because of their long uphill stretches).
Led by Lt (N) the team trained in small groups prior to the event
and the focus for most team members (since this was their first time
in the majority of cases) was to meet the time constraints of their leg.
In the end, the team finished first of two military teams and 56th
overall. Well done Steve!
Steve Long, back row 3rd from left
Jennifer Allan, front row 3rd from left
On Your Mark! Get Set! Go!
Submitted By Alyson Fromm
Having survived our worst winter in as long as we can remember,
many of us were eager to get out and get active in the great outdoors
this spring. Running is an activity that continues to grow in popularity
around the world since it has significant health benefits and requires
no equipment or formal training (just a pair of good running shoes)!
With this in mind, many employees of IMP Aerostructures
expressed an interest in “learning to run” and at the end of April,
formed a running group and started their own “running clinic.” This
determined little group decided to train for their first ever 5 km run
using the popular Couch to 5 km (C25K) program, which is designed
to take non-runners from a sedentary lifestyle (Couch Potato) to
running their first 5 kms (or 30 minutes) within 9 weeks (Check out
the website www.c25k.com for more information)!
It was a small but mighty group who ventured out on that first cold,
blustery, snowy (YES, SNOW!) in April. By the 3rd or 4th week the
group had grown to as many as 12 - 14 and employees were
encouraged to bring friends, relatives and partners out to run with the
group. Participants made the commitment to follow the C25K program
- running 3 times per week – twice with the group (leaving from work
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:15 p.m.) and once on the weekend on
their own, or with another group or partner. The group took off, and by
June 25, had run their first 5 kms ever (much to their own surprise)!
Over the summer months, many of these new athletes have
entered and run their first ever organized, timed event and many
others have plans to run one by the fall. We are so proud of this
determined little group, who are changing their lives for the better,
one step at a time!
L - R; Jillian Penney (QA Lab Technician), Gail McGlashing (QA Analyst),
Shanna LeBlanc (Expeditor), Alan Adshade (ME Technologist),
Linda Carter (HR Assistant/Receptionist)
IMP Golf Tournament
Submitted By Darren Crowley
This year’s event took place on July 18 at Fox Hollow Golf Club in Stewiacke.
There were 110 participants this year (28 teams). The weather conditions were
ideal for golf, no wind with a slight cloud cover so not too hot.
Here are the results for the 19th IMP Aerospace Annual Charity Golf Tournament:
• Winning Team Members (score of -10, the second best result in 19 years):
Kent Parks, Stacey Singer, Donnie Miller, Charlie MacDonald
• 2nd Place at -9, Jim Lane’s team;
• 3rd Place at -8, Carley Hubbard’s team (last year’s winners);
• Longest Drive (# 14) Men’s Winner, Matt Kervin;
• Longest Drive (# 14) Women’s Winner, Jane Snyder;
• Closest to Pin (# 15) Women’s Winner, Alison Roberts (43”);
• Closest to Pin (# 8) Men’s Winner, Sheldon Brown (19”);
• Putting Contest Winning team (score of 7), Stacey Darragh (who sealed the
win with a hole-in-one putt!); and
• Most Honest team, Colin Aitken (+16).
Would like to say thanks to all the Volunteers who help make this event possible
year after year:
Sarah MacDonnell;
Jennifer Crowley;
Laurie Murray;
Mark McKenzie; and
Alan Denomme
A great day was had by all and $1850 was also pledged/contributed to
FEED Nova Scotia (Food Bank).
Come on out next year -- New teams always welcome!
Putting Contest Team Score Winning Team
(Captain shown here – Stacey Darragh)
Longest Drive Winner (Women)
– Jane Snyder
1st Place team – Kent Parks (Team Captain) score of -10
Longest Drive Winner (Men)
– Matt Kervin
Closest to Pin Winner (Men)
– Sheldon Brown
Closest to Pin Winner (Women)
– Alison Roberts
Delivery of CP140115 on August 25
Submitted By Todd Swinamer
Recent deployments of CP140 Aurora maintenance crews to the
Middle East have impacted the RCAF’s ability to perform aircraft
periodic inspections. To provide RCAF staff some relief and meet
operational commitments, DND requested that IMP perform a
periodic inspection for CP140115.
CP140115 arrived at IMP Aerospace on June 22 for #3 periodic
CP140115 Periodic Inspection Crew
inspection from theatre in the Middle East. Through strong team work
between IMP and DND, and some long hours, CP140115 was
delivered on August 25, the planned delivery date and under budget.
A big thank you to the Periodic Inspection team for their dedication
and commitment in getting this valuable Air Force asset back in
theatre. Well done!
Bordertown Biker’s Bash
Submitted By Linda Carter
On the last weekend of July, Amherst hosted its first Bikers Bash.
Bike enthusiasts came from the United States and across Canada,
young and old and from all walks of life, lawyers, doctors, and a few
IMP employees, (Jim Perry, Gregg LeBlanc, Cindy Hicks,
Janice Beed-Meade, Mitch Meade, Alan Mattinson, Vaughn Dobson,
and Alan Gould).
Bikers enjoyed touring the scenic surrounding communities; many
did not realize what our community had to offer and were very
pleased with the many sites they visited. Several events were held to
keep bike enthusiasts entertained; vendors and concerts in downtown
Amherst were set up throughout the weekend. Stunt riders were on
hand to perform for the crowds. Some residents who have never had
an opportunity to be a passenger on a motorbike before were offered
rides. On the final day, there was a ceremony to bless the bikes.
Organizers are already busy planning for next year’s event.
IMP Aerospace Techsploration 2015
Submitted By Guitton Séverine
For the past four years, IMP Aerospace has been sending representatives to participate in Techsploration. Techsploration is a not-for-profit
organization which aims “to increase the number of women working in
Science, Trades and Technology, by assisting young women from
diverse backgrounds to explore a wide range of career options”.
Techsploration offers three programs to students where industry
participates:
• Techsploration Career Research Model (work-place job shadow for
a day)
• Techsploration Goes to School (Industry visits schools)
• Techsplorer Events hosted by St. Mary’s University and the, NSCC
campuses in Truro and Port Hawkesbury (students are brought to
the event)
This year, IMP participated in the Techsploration Goes to School
where IMP representatives were involved in a round robin session.
During the session our IMP Aerospace representatives provided an
overview of IMP and explored the various aspects of careers at IMP
Aerospace (including educational requirements) with the students.
This benefits Aerospace by helping to develop our local workforce,
addressing skill shortages, increasing workplace diversity and
demonstrating our commitment to the community.
Next year, IMP Aerospace hopes to expand into the Career
Research Model program. This will enable IMP’s trades to be
presented to young students across the province and demonstrate
IMP as an equitable employer.
A big thank you goes out to all the 2015 volunteers who dedicated
their time for the events and meetings, to their direct supervisor for
enabling their participation and to our management team for their
continued support.
For more information on the program and the 2015 Techsploration
Community report, visit www.Techsploration.ca.
Training Department Pilots CP140 Aurora Type Course
Submitted By Christina Pippy
With employee development a priority of the strategic plan, we are
delighted to announce the development and delivery of the first
CP140 Type Course including an Avionics package. It is through
collective efforts, support and sponsorship, that we are able to move
forward on this much needed program.
IMP technicians completing work associated with upgrading and
modernizing the CP140 aircraft for continued use in the Canadian
Forces will soon have access to the CP140 Aurora Type Course. The
12 module mechanical program, currently being trialed, covers main
aircraft systems components and general operation; while the four
avionics supplement modules cover the relevant mission systems.
Fifteen individuals were selected from production, mechanical and
avionics backgrounds and logistics support to participate in the trial
delivery of the modules. These participants take part in completing
self-study packages with exams, followed by classroom theory
instruction and a final exam for each of the 12 modules.
Our project team consists of a Training Officer and three Subject
Matter Experts (SMEs) with over 70 years combined experience in
mechanical and electrical aircraft systems: Gilles Goulette, Kevin
Wadden and David Harrison. All three SMEs share experience and
knowledge as former members of the Canadian and British Armed
Forces in addition to being current production personnel employees
working with CP140 aircraft at IMP. Gilles and Kevin split the
mechanical modules, while David looks after all of the electrical and
avionics modules. Without their expertise, hard work and dedication,
the project’s ongoing success would not be possible.
While on loan to the Training Department as SME’s, they assisted
with the development of each module’s materials; self-study
packages, exams, and classroom session materials. As the trial
delivery of each module is completed and feedback from participants
is received, the modules are finalized for their planned on-going
delivery to other production personnel.
We look forward to this type course, currently in the final approval
stages by the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND)
Technical Authority (TA) in Ottawa, being regularly offered by the end
of this year.
Module 2 – Hydraulic Systems Classroom Session.
CP140 Type Course Development Subject Matter Experts: L - R; Kevin Wadden,
David Harrison, and Gilles Goulette.
Rear L - R; Luke Connors, Bruce Beard, Nick Hain, Chad Snook, Parker MacDonald, Steve Morrell, Mat Dumont, Matt Head, Dan Farrell, Troy Rooney, David Harrison,
Chris Hacking, and Gilles Goulette.
Front L - R; Trevor Deveau, and Grant Bigelow.
Where in the World is IMPrint
IMPrint Contest Winners
Submitted By Gaetan Blais
Submitted By Jennie Brewer
Pictured is Gaetan Blais from IMP Electronic Systems with the
IMPrint on the island of Grenada in April 2015. The picture was taken
at the beautiful new resort of Sandals LaSource near the capital city
of St George's in Grenada. A highly recommended vacation
destination if you love spices as this Southern Caribbean island, only
about 100 miles from the coast of Venezuela, is also known as the
Spice Island where nutmeg, vanilla and chocolate are some of the
locally produced goods. Any wonder why he chose this destination...?
The draw for the IMPrint Contest featured in the June 2015 issue took
place on August 17th – we are pleased to announce the lucky
winners of $25 Tim Horton’s cards are Cecil Mullins, Gary Murray and
George Pelley, all from IMP Aerospace. Congratulations to our
winners from the June issue, and a big thank you to all who
participated.
IMPrint CONTEST
Submitted By Colin Newton
Colin Newton, Deputy Program Manager for the CP140 OWSS and
his wife Joan Newton pictured here by the bell on the Sun Deck of the
Royal Yacht Britannia. Commissioned in 1953, The Queen and Prince
Philip embarked on Britannia for the first time in Tobruk on 1 May
1954. The Royal Yacht's last foreign mission was to convey the last
governor of Hong Kong, Chris Patten (now The Lord Patten of
Barnes), and the Prince of Wales away from Hong Kong after its
handover to the People's Republic of China on 1 July 1997. Britannia
was decommissioned on 11 December 1997 but is now on permanent
display to the public at the Port of Leith in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Back by popular demand our IMPrint Contest this issue will
once again be a hide and seek contest. For June’s issue of
the IMPrint we had one of the highest participation rates to
date, and we are excited to see this contest grow again.
Your task, should you choose to accept it, is to find the
four hidden imagines of a Toonie and provide us with the
name of the article associated with the picture. Please see
the picture below as an example of what you are looking for.
Once you have located the four toonies, simply fill out the
ballot below, and send it in to us before October 30, 2015 to
have your name entered in this issues draw. For Aerospace,
CSC and Electronic Systems employees; please send your
entries to Jennie Brewer at mailbox 504. Aerostructures
employees; please deposit your entries in the ballot box in
the cafeteria and for Cascade employees; please drop your
entries off to the HR Department. If your entry is one of the
first three drawn with all the correct answers, you’ll win a
$25 Tim Horton’s Gift Card. To be fair to everyone, we ask
for only one ballot per person.
Don’t forget, you can’t win if you don’t enter!
Good luck and happy hunting.
Entry Ballot
Name:
Clock #
List the titles of the four articles associated with the
pictures with the hidden Toonie:
1.
2.
3.
4.
OHS Annual Conference
Submitted By Donna Myers
In July the Occupational Health and Safety departments from IMP
Group met at the Atlantica Hotel, Oak Island, for our annual convention.
In attendance were representatives from Cascade,
Innotech/Execaire, Aerospace, CanJet, Aerostructures and Corporate.
Day one began with opening remarks from Rob Burns, VP
Corporate Human Resources and Bernie O’Rourke, Sr. VP, General
Counsel. The remainder of the day was spent reviewing Incident &
lost time control, quarterly reporting and continuous improvement.
Presentations were delivered from each business unit discussing our
current challenges, successes and best practices.
Guest speaker, Deanna Harnish from Workers Compensation
Board joined on the final day with a wonderful presentation on
psychological injury claims. A productive and enjoyable time was had
by all.
Student from NSCC – Occupational Health &
Safety
Submitted By Donna Myers
On April 27 the Occupational Health Safety & Environment
department had an opportunity to bring in a student from NSCC to
complete her work term while completing her course in Health &
Safety. Jennifer Allen brought with her a strong desire to implement
the strategies she learned. Her positive attitude and willingness to
jump right in made her a valuable asset during her short time with us.
Jenn assisted with ergonomic assessments, risk assessments and
she conducted respiratory fit testing. She also attended the National
Day of Mourning Ceremony, May 4 and the Kick-off to NAOSH week.
On Wednesday May 6 she attended the very first ever Symposium for
Aviation industry.
Another big success was how Jenn developed and implemented
OHS&E safety boards for all hangars. They are now all universal and
look a lot nicer. Check out your boards in the main entrances of
hangars. She also revamped the new employee orientation slide
show which is now more interactive.
Stay tuned for more news from OHS&E dept. Work Safe.
Donna Myers, Ann Gilfoy, Karl Brown and Richard Desmarais. Missing: Alec Schwing,
Kate Laing and Robert Woerl.
Step Back in Time
Submitted By Jim Gaylor
On a sunny day in July, MOB Comox employees had a chance to
step back in time, way back to 1907! A friend of one of the
employees brought his 1907 Stanley Steamer Automobile to the
hangar where he obliged us with a few pictures beside fittingly
enough, Cormorant 907. If this wasn’t enough fun, (once the aircraft
was towed a safe distance away) he gave a demonstration on the
intricacies of firing up the boiler which took about 30 minutes.
Certainly not a “honey, can you dash out to the store for some eggs”
experience! Once the boiler reached the operational pressure of
about 300psi, we were all treated to a ride down the hangar service
road. The words awesome and amazing were frequently heard! It was
a fun experience to take a step back from one of the most advanced
helicopters of today to what was once the most advanced automobile
of its time.
IMP Aerostructures supports New 737 Max
Program
Submitted By Robert Small
IMP Aerostructures was awarded a contract to build assemblies for
the new 737 Max Program from Spirit AeroSystems, Incorporated.
Critical to this contract was the requirement for a quick turnaround to
support initial delivery. Through careful planning and a focussed team
approach to the procurement of materials, tools and parts
preparation, IMP Aerostructures was able to cut the lead time in half
to meet the contract requirements.
Spirit and IMP are now partnered for success through daily
conference calls to work out the best solution to support delivery of
product to the Spirit production line.
Bob Baptiste for Source Inspection, Richard Morgan (On Site Spirit Representative) and
Dave Pearson, Vice President and General Manager of IMP Aerostructures
In Memory – Frank Engram
Amherst Food Bank
Submitted By Jennie Brewer
Submitted By Linda Carter
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of
Frank Engram, on July 4, 2015.
Employed as Aircraft Control Centre Supervisor, Frank was a
valued part of the IMP Family for 10 years. Frank will always be
remembered for his love of planes, motorcycles, camping, fishing,
boating, 4-wheeling, and most importantly for the happiness he had in
helping the people that he loved, and individuals in need.
His family will be forever grateful to IMP for giving Frank the
opportunity to come back home to Nova Scotia and work at IMP. Our
thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family during this
difficult time. He will be sadly missed by his IMP family.
When the Amherst Food Bank put out a plea to help fill their empty
shelves this summer, IMP Aerostructures employees stepped up to
the plate and filled numerous shopping bags with non-perishable and
household items. Over 200 area residents make use of the local food
bank and with the winter we just experienced, many food drive events
had to be cancelled, resulting in less food being donated over a
longer period of time. Employees of IMP Aerostructures started
bringing items in immediately following the request for help. USW
Local 4883 generously donated a cheque in the amount of $100.
Thank you very much to those who so kindly donated items.
Food Bank Donations
2015 Employee Engagement Survey Results
Submitted By Human Resources
2015 Annual Dilly Day
Submitted By Linda Carter
IMP Aerostructures annual Dilly Day was held on June 5, in memory of
Reva Gray, Programs Manager who used to hand out Dilly bars to the
employees each summer. During the afternoon break Dilly Bars were
handed out to all employees by the Programs department and Reva’s
husband Ike.
The results of the 2015 Employee Engagement Survey are in! And
the participation rates for IMP Aerospace and Defence were amazing!
A whopping 70% of you took the time to share your feedback on
the seven key survey areas: Performance Management,
Management, Leadership, Information Sharing, Health and Safety,
Work Environment and Engagement. Representing an 18.5%
increase over 2014 participations rates, and the highest response
rate ever for IMP Aerospace and Defence!
Results of the survey indicate improvement in ratings of Performance
Management, Management, Leadership and Information sharing over
2014, equivalent results in Work Environment, and slight decreases in
the Health and Safety and Engagement categories.
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Your survey feedback will be used to create initiatives, both
companywide and departmentally that are in line with the Company’s
strategic plan. A key element of this plan is to improve employee
engagement through initiatives aimed at fostering stronger employee
relations and employee development.
Thank you to all employees who participated in this year’s
employee engagement survey and we look forward to hearing from
even more employees next year!
2015 IMP Aerostructures Family Day
Submitted By Linda Carter
The annual IMP Aerostructures Family Day was held on Saturday,
July 11th at the Tidnish Dock’s ballpark. Employees, both active and
retired enjoyed a day of sunshine and various activities.
The crowd was entertained by a band that consisted of
Aerostructures employees, Al Cooper and Barry White (no kidding
those are their real names!). BBQ burgers, sausages and hotdogs
were served up and ice cream treats were handed out for dessert.
There were games for the kids and as you can see from the photos
face painting for all ages. Many great prizes were given out, several
that of which were donated by many of our vendors.
A wonderful day was had by all that attended, and we wish to
extend a huge thank you to our Social Committee members and the
many volunteers who put a lot of hard work and time into making the
day a huge success.
Mike Clark with son Max
Lorne Clark with grandson
Patti Legere, right, and family
The Perry's and the Clarks
Face Painting - Ron Martin
Jack Bourgeois
Weight Watchers
Submitted By Linda Carter
Another successful 26 week session of Weight
Watchers was held at IMP Aerostructures, with 15
new members and 2 lifetime members attending.
During the 26 week program 2 members achieved
their lifetime membership with Weight Watchers
and a total 265.75lbs was lost over the length of
the session. All of the participants changed their
outlook on how they consume food and what they
consume, as well as changing their lifestyles
through fitness, with 6 of the members joining the
IMP Running Club.
Congratulations to all the members on their
achievement towards healthy living.
L - R; Alyson Fromm, Sue Cadman, Gail McGlashing (Leader), Cindy Hicks, Jean McPhee, Shanna LeBlanc,
Joanne Morrissy and Kim Crocket.
Congratulations
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Congratulations
40 years of service
30 years of service
30 years of service
Recipient (right): Ken Banfield, Senior Planner
Presenter (left): Tom Galley, EVP, IMP Aerospace
Recipient (right): Robert Brimicombe, Stores Controller
Presenter (left): Tom Galley, EVP, IMP Aerospace
Recipient (right): Kent Parks, Stores Controller
Presenter (left): Tom Galley, EVP, IMP Aerospace
Congratulations
Congratulations
Congratulations
30 years of service
30 years of service
25 years of service
Recipient (right): Warren Preston, Stores Controller
Presenter (left): Tom Galley, EVP, IMP Aerospace
Recipient (centre): Keenan Wagerman, CSH Material Support
Supervisor
Presenters: Bill Ricketts, VP, CSH and
Sherri Levy, CSH Material Senior Manager
Congratulations
Recipient (left): David Craft, Avionics Supervisor IMP ES
Presenter (right): John Martell, Director Production IMP ES
New citizens
Submitted By Colin Newton
On August 12, Colin Newton, Deputy Program Manager for the CP140 OWSS, his wife
Joan and their two children Shona and Craig, became Canadian citizens! Shona is
currently studying for a Master’s degree at the University of New Brunswick, Craig is
working towards a B.Com at Memorial University, NL while Joan works both at a local
medical clinic and as a Red Cross volunteer.
Included in the picture are the officiating representatives: Constable Jenifer Botham of
the RCMP and Judge Ann Jenega. Congratulations and welcome to our great country!
25 years of service
Recipient (right): Alice Taylor, Stores Controller
Presenter (left): Tom Galley, EVP, IMP Aerospace
Aerostructures Employees Obtain
CNC and NDT Qualifications
Submitted By Linda Carter
Congratulations to Thomas Cowles, Daniel Greening
and Kinsey Murphy for successfully completing all
of the requirements to achieve Journeyperson
status in the Computerized Numerical Control
(CNC) Machinist occupation. Congratulations also
to Craig White for successfully completing all of the
requirements to achieve LPI Level II status in the
NDT occupation. We thank you all for your
commitment to completing your programs and wish
you continued success at IMP!
L - R; Colin Newton, Constable Jenifer Botham (RCMP), Joan Newton, Shona Newton, Judge Ann Janega, Craig Newton
LONG TERM SERVICE AWARDS
CONGRATULATIONS
IMP Group is proud to offer Long Service and Retirement Recognition
awards to our loyal team members at service milestones in 5-year
intervals up to 40 years of service.
At IMP Aerospace & Defence we would like to recognize those big
moments in our employee’s lives. This space is available to those
employees who have recently celebrated a retirement, a new addition
to the family or recent nuptials. To add an announcement, please
contact Danielle Clarke in the Human Resources Department.
5 YEARS (UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER)
Jamie Hurst, Marilyn Lowe, Johanne Mercier, and Wendy Tanner.
10 YEARS (UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER)
Fernando Afonso, Robert Bernard, John Bottomley, Wandalee Burke,
David Corkum, Daniel Gayton, Aaron Hayward, Mark Keeping,
Kevin Kilmury, Melissa Main, Michael Martin, Robin McLean,
Rudolph Peart, Ayamba Ramba, Harley Rogers, Graeme Suddard,
and Darren Wilkinson.
BIRTHS
15 YEARS (UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER)
August 1, 2015 – Dan Franklin & Melissa Davis, Baby girl,
Sarah Louise Franklin
Thomas Arsenault, Nina Ashley, Kevin Butler, Sheldon Brown,
Deborah Coade, Brian Connolly, Jamie Dowding, Royce Fraser,
Andrew Giblin, Catherine Johnson, Michael Maloney, Robert Maxwell,
John McCully, Matthew Pelley, Jody Quinlan, Robert Tutty,
Lester Twyne, Tammy Warnell, and John Webber.
May 8, 2015 – Adam Richards, Baby. boy, Hayden Joseph Richards
June 14, 2015 – James Friars, Baby boy, Simeon Jack Friars
June 18, 2015 – Devon Moore, Baby girl, Joan Dorothy Marie Moore
20 YEARS (UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER)
Brian Connors, Darren Crowley, and Leah King.
25 YEARS (UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER)
David Croft, and Alice Taylor.
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Jennie Brewer............................... Human Resources.................................. [email protected]................... 1369
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Russ Spackman............................ Quality..................................................... [email protected].................................. 3719
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Dale Worden................................. Production/Product Support................... [email protected]........................................ 1166
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