Lubberline issue Mar 2011 - Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons

Brant Squadron’s Newsletter
MARCH 2011
BRANT SQUADRON IS HOSTING
NIAGARA DISTRICT AGM
SATURDAY, APRIL 16TH, 2011
PLAN TO ATTEND
DETAILS INSIDE.
MARINE
STORE
OPEN HOUSES
SEE PAGE 14
TIME TO GET YOUR TICKETS FOR OUR
50TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER AND SPEAKER
FRIDAY, APRIL 15TH, 2011
DETAILS INSIDE
VHF
APRIL 6, 2011
Pleasure Craft Operator Card
APRIL 9 & 10
DETAILS INSIDE
AT THE POLICE STATION
Details inside
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Brant Power and Sail Squadron
2010—2011 Bridge
Commander (Cdr)
Executive Officer
Training Officer
Secretary
Treasurer
Membership
Public Relations
MAREP officer
Asst Training Officer
Social Officer
Electronic Comm.
Newsletter
Marketing
History
Regalia
Squadron Audit Committee
Daryl Lankin
Don Elliott
Randy Johnson
Pat Lane
Art Meens
Carol Smith
Sheryl Chambers
Don Elliott
Open
Art Meens
Royston Goveas
Norman Mills
Geoff Wilson
Donna Lankin
Don Elliott
Lembit Tamm
Brantford
Paris
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Paris
759-4475
442-3783
756-5000
753-1142
751-1311
752-3525
753-9834
442-3783
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Brantford
Paris
Brantford
759-7450
750-1023
751-0890
759-5203
759-4475
442-3783
752-7067
Past Commander
Linda Knapp
Port Dover
583-9566
Brant Squadron Bridge members with e-mail:
Darryl Lankin: [email protected]
Donna Lankin: [email protected]
Linda Knapp: [email protected]
Sheryl Chambers: [email protected]
Norman Mills: [email protected]
Carol Smith: [email protected]
If there are any errors or omissions to the e-mail addresses printed, let the editor know
at:519-751-0890 or email to [email protected]
Brant Power Squadron Web Site:
www.cps-ecp.ca/brant
Niagara District Web Site:
www.cps-niagara.org
CPS National Headquarters Web Site: www.cps-ecp.ca
FROM THE HELM.................
Darryl Lankin, Squadron Commander
This will be my last "From the Helm" message as Commander of
Brant Squadron. Included in this issue of our newsletter should be the
Report of the Squadron nominating committee in addition to the report of the Niagara District
nominating committee. It seems that the year has barely started and here it is winding up already.
I began the year with the idea that I could turn around the recent years of decline which saw
fewer and fewer students (and members) each year through the simple expediency of splitting the
CPS 'The Boating Course' into two shorter, more friendly and easier to take courses, Boating I
and Boating II. But this did not meet with all of the success that I had hoped for. It's still early,
but it seems that this move was not the 'magic pill' that was and still is needed. There are other
things which can be tried yet.
I invite all members to attend the Brant Squadron 50th Anniversary Annual General Meeting
where I will turn the helm over to longtime member and Squadron volunteer Don Elliott. Don
has been on the executive and in the class room a long time, probably about 20 years. He has
observed successes and failures. No doubt he has ideas which may fill our class rooms and build
our membership. I invite all to come out to welcome him as Commander .
Because this year's AGM is immediately followed by a fancy dinner, guest speakers and cake
and ice cream to celebrate our 50th year, there is no time left for our annual chilly cook off. So
there has been some talk of holding the Annual Brant Squadron Chilly Cook Off at the Summer
solstice barbeque. That along with the usual barbequed steak with baked potatoes and salad. No
one should go home hungry. I have a secret plan which is almost sure to win the competition.
I'm taking on all comers. Bring your best chilli... I can hardly wait.
WHAT’S THIS? SEE PAGE 11
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“…. from the Classroom”
by Randy Johnson
(Brant Squadron’s Training Officer)
We have had some interest in the VHF Radio course scheduled to begin on
6 April, but we would love to have a full classroom. Anyone who hasn’t obtained a VHF Restricted Operators Certificate (Marine) should be aware that fines for operating a VHF without a
license can be substantial. Most new VHF radios come equipped with Digital Selective Calling
(DSC) and even if you already have a VHF operator’s certificate, but it doesn’t include DSC, you
need to update your qualification. CPS is the only recognized provider of VHF certificates in Canada.
A Boat Pro weekend program at the Brantford Police Station is set to go on 9 and 10 April. It is
an opportunity for your friends and family to obtain the only PCOC that is recognized in those
USA jurisdictions, that have implemented a similar program to Canada’s.
As I wrote in January, our course registrations are discouragingly low. So low, in fact, that they
threaten the health of our volunteer organization. The number of boaters is not dropping, so it is
unlikely that the need for quality safe boating education is significantly diminished. It is probable
that the government PCOC program leads people to believe that the minimal knowledge needed
to pass the examination is sufficient for safe operation of a pleasure craft. CPS, however, still
believes in teaching comprehensive courses that will keep boaters safe. We are trying to be true
to that idea, therefore, our in our PCOC course (Boat Pro) we endeavor to present more than the
legal ‘minimum’ information.
If members are aware of family and/or friends with an interest in any of our courses, please encourage them to enroll. Help keep them safe on the water.
For More information on the Boating Courses or other CPS courses
call Randy Johnson 519-756-5000
PLEASURE CRAFT
OPERATOR’S CARD
Course and Examination
At The Police Station Elgin St
April 9 and 10, 2011
Call Randy to reserve your place.
(519) 756 5000
UPCOMING 2011 EVENTSR
⇒
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⇒
April 6th
April 9-10
April 15th
April 15th.
April 16th
June 21st
VHF starts
PCOC at the Police Station, Erie Ave.
Brant Squadron AGM at Pearl St Polish Hall
Brant Squadron 50th Anniversary Celebration
Niagara District AGM at Pearl St Polish Hall
Graduation and Summer Solstice BBQ
REQUEST TO MEMBERS
IN ORDER THAT WE CAN COMMUNICATE WITH OUR MEMBERS MORE
EFFECTIVELY AND LESS EXPENSIVELY,
YOUR BRIDGE IS ASKING ALL MEMBERS TO
PLEASE SEND US YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS
YOU CAN PHONE ONE OF THE BRIDGE MEMBERS OR EMAIL IT To
[email protected]
New VHF radios come equipped with DSC and you are required to be
DSC qualified to use them. Fines for inappropriate, unauthorised or illegal
use of a marine VHF radio range as high as $5000.00.
RESERVE YOUR PLACE IN OUR VHF COURSE
Starts April 6, 2011
7 to 9:30 pm at St John’s College
Call Randy Johnson 519-756-5000 .
Or register any Wednesday at 7 pm at St John’s
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons is the only
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ATTEND THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER AND
YOU COULD WIN
BRANT SQUADRON WILL BE SELLING DRAW TICKETS. THE ONLY WAY YOU WILL
HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENTER, IS BY ATTENDING OUR ANNIVERSARY DINNER.
THE GRAND PRIZE (Several Hundred Dollar Value)
Day 1. In the 2011 season, go for an afternoon sail from Penetanguishene aboard 35 ft sailboat.
Supper aboard followed by socializing with your hosts, Norm and Krys.
Spend a restful night in ‘FLOATEL’, your floating hotel room in Hindson’s Marina,
Penetanguishene, Ontario. See www.hindsonmarine.on.ca
Day 2. Breakfast aboard, more sailing including lunch at anchor.
Winners must provide own transportation to and from Penetanguishene.
Boating activities are weather dependent, so the program and schedule are subject to some variation.
The date to receive the prize will be negotiated between Windsong’s owners and the winners.
These lovely framed pieces, donated from Art Meens family collection , are also included in the draw to
be held at our
50th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, April 15th. .
One is a framed print (displayed over Art’s fireplace) by Brenda Harris
Tustain, a professional American water colour artist who was featured in
‘Watercolor’ magazine.
The other is a lovely framed photo of a New England lighthouse.
Friday,
April 15th, 2011
BRANT SQUADRON’S
AGM & 50TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER
Polish Hall, Pearl Street, Brantford
Cash Bar opens at 6:00 p.m.
a short AGM will be followed by
DINNER at 7:00 p.m.
Salad, Beef, Chicken, Roast Potatoes, Pierogi, Two Vegetables, Desert
PLUS the Squadron’s 50th birthday cake.
Followed by
NANCY AND STEVE LEFNESKI’S
CIRCUMNAVIGATION ADVENTURE
Price for first 50 members of Brant Squadron
and one significant other: only $25 p.p.
(Maximum
2 tickets per paid up member of Brant Squadron.
Tickets are not transferable to non-members)
To the public $35
p.p. (still an incredible bargain !)
TICKETS: Lembit Tamm (519) 752 7067 Linda Knapp (519) 583 9566
Geoff Wilson (519) 759 5203
Art Meens (519) 759 7450
(after Feb) Darryl Lankin (519) 759 4475 & Norm Mills (519) 751 0890
For members’ discount: Please have your membership number available at the time of ordering.
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“
Book Review:
Sloop” by Daniel Robb.
Review by A. L. Meens
“Sloop” – Restoring My Family’s Wooden Boat –
An Adventure in Old Fashioned Values.
This is the title and quote on the book cover.
If you have ever worked on a wooden boat
or built one or repaired the old family cedar
strip, you will relate to this book.
Robb takes us to the Martha’s Vineyard Buzzard’s Bay area of Massachusetts. He
travels the back roads and island paths of the
few islands that separate Martha’s Vineyard
and the mainland…..the area that forms Buzzard’s Bay.
If you have ever travelled this area or plan to
do so, Robb’s book will enhance your understanding and feel for this area of - shall we
say – “backwoods Buzzard’s Bay”. Sheila
and I hope to travel there someday soon and
enjoy the flavour of the area. I know that the
descriptions provided in this book will enhance our trip.
Robb starts with the family 12.5 foot boat - Daphie - an L Francis Herresholf design.
Francis as any good wooden boat dreamer knows was the son of Nat. His family designed some of the most famous and beautiful ocean racers and cruisers of the early 20th
century including the Americas Cup J Boats and the beautiful H28.
The book “Sloop” takes us into the world of wooden boats, their challenges and their
qualities. Many of these qualities are not found in today’s plastic boats and “that is a
good thing” as Martha Stewart would say…more time on the water. However, for those
of us who like the feel and sound of wood….we will enjoy this book.
For those of us who enjoy knowing a little of the history and characters that populate a
region, this is a good book for us.
And for those of us who dream of restoring a wooden boat, this is a good book for us.
But most of all, this book is an easy read and a fun book. It looks at life from the human
side of helping your neighbour and sharing time together.
This is a book you can read while enjoying your summer cruise. It is a book you can enjoy in front of a winter fire - between seasons - and it is a good book if you are considering rebuilding your dream wooden boat.
I would recommend this book as a gift for your favorite sailor.
“Wow !!” That’s all you could hear at our 50th Anniversary Committee meeting when Sharon Reeve displayed the beautiful, nautical and CPS themed quilt, that she is
making. The back is also finished in a nautical theme and the sailboats
will all have burgees.
Her generosity with her time, talent and resources is demonstrated by the fact that she is
making the quilt to donate as a draw prize during our 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Tickets will be on sale at the 50th Anniversary Dinner on April 15th and at the Niagara
District AGM on April 16th for $5 each or three for $10.
Members who are unable to make one of those dates can obtain tickets by calling Donna
at 519 759 4475 or Norman at 519 761 2902. We will be glad to arrange for you to get
them.
The draw will take place on April 16th, just prior to the District AGM.
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Notice of Annual General Meeting
To: The Members of Brant Power and Sail Squadron
March 8, 2011
Take Notice that the annual general meeting of Brant Power and Sail Squadron will be held at
The Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St, Brantford, Ontario
On Friday, April 15th, at 1800 ( 6 p.m.)
for the purpose of:
(a) Receiving and, if thought fit, approving the Reports of the Officers of the Squadron:
(b) Receiving and, if thought fit, approving the financial statements of the Squadron for the twelve month
period ending March 31, 2011, and the Report of the Squadron Auditor thereon:
(c) Considering and, if thought fit, adopting the following resolution(s):None submitted
(d) Electing the officers of the Squadron:
(e) Appointing the Squadron Audit Committee
(f) Considering such further and other business as may properly come before the meeting:
The Report of the Squadron Nominating Committee is attached to, and forms part of this notice.
Under the Squadron regulations 12.1 and further nominations must be made by way of a petition, in writing by not less than 5 Members of the Squadron who shall confirm the consent of
their nominee to stand for election. The petition must be filed with the Squadron Secretary not
less than 2 days prior to the date of this meeting.
Dated the 8th day of March, 2010
Pat Lane , Squadron Secretary
Note that the Brant Squadron 50th Anniversary Dinner and
Celebrations will take place in the same location immediately
following the Brant Squadron AGM.
The Cash Bar will open at 5:45 pm for the pleasure of members of
the public who are joining us for our celebration dinner.
The meeting will be over in time for dinner at 7:00 pm.
⇒ The evening’s festivities will include the Lefneski’s presentation
⇒ Recognition of 20 Year Members,
⇒ Anniversary Cake and Iced Cream.
⇒ Grand draw with valuable prizes.
Don’t miss this great evening.
(Still $10 off for Brant Squadron Members)
To: The Members of Brant Power & Sail Squadron
Report of the Brant Squadron Nominating Committee
January 24, 2011
The Squadron Nominating Committee nominates the following Members for election as Squadron
officers for the year 2011/2012:
Commander
Executive Officer
Training Officer
Secretary
Treasurer
Marketing/Public Relations
Membership
Newsletter
Electronic Communications
Historian
Social Officer
Regalia Officer
Asst T/O
Don Elliott
(open)
Randy Johnson
Pat Lane
Art Means
Geoff Wilson
Carol Smith
Norman Mills
Donna Lankin
Donna Lankin
Krystyna Mills
Sandra Wilson
Royston Goveas
Paris, ON
519-442-3783
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
Brantford, ON
519-756-5000
519-753-1142
519-759-7450
519-759-5203
519-752-3525
519-751-0890
519-759-4475
519-759-4475
519-751-0890
519-759-5303
519-750-1023
The Nominating Committee also nominates the following for appointment by the Members to the
Internal Audit Review Committee.
Internal Audit Review Committee
Lembit Tamm
Brantford, ON
519-752-7067
The Squadron Nominating Committee also advises that:
a) the following Member will serve on the Squadron Executive Committee by virtue of his position
as Immediate Past Squadron Commander and does not require election or appointment:
Past Commander
Darryl Lankin
Brantford, ON
519 759-4475
b) Pursuant to Squadron Regulation 9.15.1, the following members will serve on the Squadron
Nominating Committee for the year 2011/2012 by virtue of their positions, and do not require election or appointment:
P/C (Chair)
P/C
Cdr
Darryl Lankin
Linda Knapp
Don Elliott
Brantford, ON
Port Dover, ON
Paris, ON
519-759-4475
519-583-9566
519-442-3783
Respectfully submitted,
(Signed 24 Jan 2011)
(Signed 14 Jan 2011)
(Signed 24 Jan 2011)
Chair, P/C Linda Knapp
P/C Sheryl Chambers
Cdr Darryl Lankin
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This year, the Niagara District AGM is in Brantford.
We encourage Brant Squadron Members to support your Bridge by attending.
To: The Members of Niagara District, Canadian Power & Sail Squadrons
NOTICE OF NIAGARA DISTRICT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
TAKE NOTICE that the 52nd Annual General Meeting of the Niagara District, Canadian Power and Sail
Squadrons, will be held at the Brantford Polish Hall, 154 Pearl St. Brantford, Ontario , at 1515 hours
on Saturday April 16, 2011 , in accordance with Section 11.1, Article XI of the Niagara District Regulations, for the purposes of:
a) receiving, and, if thought fit, approving the reports of the Officers and Committees of this District
b) receiving, and, if thought fit, approving the Financial Statements of the District for the twelve
month-period ending March 31, 2011, and the Report of the District Auditor thereon;
c) electing the Officers of the District;
d) appointing the District Internal Audit Review Committee
e) considering such further and other business as may properly come before the meeting
The Report of the District Nominating Committee is attached to, and forms part of this Notice.
Under District Regulation 12.1, any further nominations must be made by way of a petition, in writing,
signed by not less than 5 Members of this District who shall confirm the consent of their nominee to stand
for election
The petition must be filed with the District Secretary not less than 2 days prior to the date of
this Meeting.
Dated this 8th day of March 2011 at Cambridge, Ontario
Schedule
Walking Tour of DT Brantford
0900
Registration
1030
Speaker on Nexus
1100
Cash Bar
1145
Lunch
1200 – 1245
Guest from Scuttle Butt Lodge
1245
John & Yvonne Newbury speak
1315
about building their 30’ boat
Call to Order
1415
Al Saynor
District Secretary:
During our 50th Anniversary Celebrations, Brant Squadron in proud to host
the 2011 Niagara District Annual General Meeting.
Our members are reminded that all members and associates of Squadrons of
the Niagara District welcome to attend the AGM and associated events.
Members cost for a good lunch is $20.
Please come out and enjoy an entertaining and informative day.
To: The Members of Niagara District
Report of the Niagara District Nominating Committee
March 7, 2011
The District Nominating Committee nominates the following Members for election as District Officers forming the Executive Committee for the year 2011/2012
Commander
Executive Officer
Training Officer
Administrative Officer
Secretary
Treasurer
Public Relations
MAREP Officer
Membership
Bill Allan
Garry VanZandt
Lembit Tamm
Thor Olsen
Al Saynor
Sharon Reeve
Les Armstrong
David Bull
Ernie Whalley
Kitchener, ON
Fort Erie, ON
Brantford, ON
Port Dover, ON
Cambridge, ON
Norwich, ON
Burlington, ON
St. Catharines ON
Guelph, ON
519-576-0749
905-871-3628
519-752-7067
519-583-3983
519-623-7604
519-863-6523
905-637-2270
905-646-7900
519-822-9193
The District Nominating Committee also nominates the following for appointment by the Members as District Officers, who will have the duties indicated next to their name assigned to them by the District Executive Committee pursuant to District Regulation 10.2 (b)
Electronic Communications
Youth Officer
Port Captain
Environment
Instructional Technique
Officer Training
Bylaws and Protocol
Historian
Flag Officer
Asst. PRO
Asst. DTO
Asst. DTO
Asst. DTO
District 6 Liaison
Donna Lankin
Diane Allan
Harvey Zaturski
Harvey Zaturski
(vacant)
Garry VanZandt
Brian Elder
(vacant)
Percy Brown
Jim Brown
Diane Allan
Mike White
Steven Cheu
Jeff Eggleton
Brantford, ON
Kitchener, ON
Welland, ON
Welland, ON
519-759-4475
519-576-0749
905-735-1516
905-735-1516
Fort Erie, ON
Simcoe, ON
905-871-3628
519-426-0478
Hamilton, ON
Campbellville, ON
Kitchener, ON
Oakville, ON
Fort Erie, ON
Fort Erie, ON
905-544-5070
519-854-0693
519-576-0749
905-845-8882
905-871-6130
905-871-4111
The Nominating Committee also nominates the following for appointment by the Members to the
Internal Audit Review Committee.
Internal Audit Review Committee
Pat Faux
Ancaster, ON
905-304-7757
The District Nominating Committee also advises that:
a) the following Member will serve on the District Executive Committee and the District Council by virtue of
his position as Immediate Past District Commander and does not require election or appointment:
Past District Commander
Jim Brown
Campbellville, ON
905-854-0693
b) Pursuant to District Regulation 9.15.1, the following Members will serve on the District Nominating Committee for the year 2011/2012 by virtue of their positions, and do not require election or appointment
P/D/C (Chair)
P/D/C
D/C
Jim Brown
Darryl Lankin
Bill Allan
Campbellville, ON
Brantford, ON
Kitchener, ON
905-854-0693
519-759-4475
519-576-0749
Respectfully submitted,
P/D/C Jim Brown
P/D/C Darryl Lankin
D/C Bill Allan
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PROCTOR MARINE’S
OPEN HOUSE & BOAT SALE
Saturday, April 9th. 2011
Our annual Open House and Boat Sale
Celebrating 60 Years in Business! .
Bridge Yachts Open House
Seminars At the Harbour Museum.
0900
1000
1030
1100
* Larry Mellors will be presenting
seminars in the Boat Showroom.
⇒ 10 a.m.
Rigging Options for Your Fishing Boat.
Highlights many of the products available to
enhance your fishing and recreational boating
experience. Should you buy electronics or troll
motors? When equipment is removed, does
the deck and transom have to look like swill
cheese?
Sat. March 19.
West System Product Demo.
Tom Pollock
Anti-skid decks. Graham Toms / John Buckminster
Battery Technology
Bob Playford
What’s New in Marine Electronics
Ray Marine’s Roy Shipley
1215 Basic Gelcoat and Fibreglass Repairs.
Phil Garby
⇒ 11 a.m.
Untangling today’s fishing lines.
Choosing a fishing line: braid, fluorocarbon,
monofilament, or any of the hybrids
1300 Standard Horizon, C-Map
Glenn Buck / Graham Toms
1400 West System Product Demo
Tom Pollock
1500 Fuel Stabilization.
Sun. March 20
0930 Standard Horizon, C-Map
See above.
1100 What’s New in Marine Electronics See above
(Seminar Preregistration at [email protected])
or phone 519 583 3199
* Charlie Wray will be on hand from
the Fishful Thinking TV Show
*
Reps from many of our key suppliers
* Accessory Expo in our service
department
Sometimes, we just need to remember what the rules of life Really
>are: You only need two tools: WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it Doesn't move
>and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and Does, use the duct
>tape.
COME TO DISTICT AGM AND HEAR MORE FROM RED
LUBBERLINE ADVERTISING
- ANYTHING NAUTICAL IN NATURE.E-MAIL YOUR AD TO THE EDITOR includ a picture if you wish.
[email protected] or telephone (519) 751-0890
FOR INSERTION IN THE NEXT EDITION. INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER AND OTHER MEMBERS
WILL CONTACT YOU DIRECTLY. SHOULD THERE BE ANY QUESTION AS TO THE
VALIDITY OR “NAUTICAL-NESS” OF THE ITEM, THE EDITOR’S DECISION WILL BE FINAL.
Ads also appear on the Niagara District Web Site
BOAT FOR SALE
>>
>> 12.5 Foot Zodiac Fish n' Hunt edition
>> >> This is a 12.5 foot zodiac fish n' hunt
edition. Complete with rear bench seat
which doubles as a live well, and front centre seat which doubles as a cooler. Hard
floor, soft bottom which compacts down to
take anywhere!! Comes complete with oars,
lights, safety kit, trolling motor mount, and
rear wheels a way for launching anywhere!!
Plus everything you will need to get out on
the water.
Call Adam at: 519-757-9544
FOR SALE:
19 foot aluminum mast and 6’9” boom complete with stays and sail cover.
Suitable for small sailboat or ice boat.
Contact Harry Inns and MAKE AN OFFER
519-756-9836
BOAT WANTED:
I am looking for an aluminum boat, 14-16 feet and
in reasonable shape. I have a motor and all the accessories for it.
Adam Marshall 519-757-9544
SAILBOAT FOR SALE
Bombardier Invitation – ready to sail –
Stored indoors (includes trailer)
Contact [email protected]
Tel: 519.753.6106 x 24
(Editor’s note: I had one of these and it was
great fun.)
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VHF
Radio Operator
Course
Includes
DSC License
April 6, 2011
Call Randy
519-756-5000
PLEASURE CRAFT
OPERATOR’S
CARD
Course and Examination
At The Police Station Elgin St
April 9 and 10, 2011
Call Randy to reserve your place.
(519) 756 5000
Arthur L.Meens, BA(Hons). FCSI
Investment Advisor, Private Client Division
127 Charing Cross
Street
T.
519-751-1311
T.F . 1 800 516 9085
F.
519-751-2629
[email protected]
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www.mackieresearch.com
Consider a Gift Certificate for the Holidays
MARCH 2011