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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: May 12, 2010
To all Ontario ARES interests:
The City of Windsor now has a newly appointed
Emergency Coordinator working with Municipal
Officials and Emergency Services providers.
Tim Mousseau VE3TMY has become the new ARES EC
designate with an extensive Municipal background
as Administrative Clerk,Director of Public Works
Certified Technician and completion of the EMO
Emergency Preparedness and Response course.
These service qualifications and a desire to plan
and coordinate emergency communications resources
for Windsor make Tim the ideal choice to represent
the Ontario ARES in this capacity to serve Windsor.
Ontario ARES SEC.
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: May 6, 2010
To all Ontario CANWARN and ARES interests :
Environment Canada will be conducting a special
25 year Anniversay CANWARN training event on
Tuesday May 25th. at Grand Valley to mark the
25th. Anniversary week for Ontario`s only F4
tornado that struck Grand Valley and Barrie 1985.
This CANWARN training session on May 25 will be
held at the Grand Valley Community Centre from
7:00 pm until 10:00 pm.
To register and attend call 519 941-6991 ext. 2400
or e-mail: emergency.management@dufferincounty.on.ca
Courtesy, Geoff Coulson, Environment Canada.
Message number: 2010125122650 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: May 5, 2010
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new Emergency Co-ordinator has been selected
to represent Orangeville and Dufferin County.
Alex Giger, VE3LFJ has accepted the appointment
effective May 5th. and will be working closely
with Brad Rodriquez VE3RHJ DEC for Bruce District
to develop emergency communications planning and
public service leadership for Orangeville and the
surrounding area of Dufferin County.
The Ontario ARES team welcomes Alex to this position
with recent RAC membership and also being the latest
appointed ARES Official in the Province.
Message number: 2010124112642 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: April 24, 2010
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The new(ICCN)Inter-County CANWARN Network is being
launched this spring and will be activated on the
new Ontario Public Service IRLP Reflector # 9030
during severe weather events that generate watches
and warnings issued by Environment Canada Toronto.
The purpose and benefit of this network will be to
provide a co-ordinated link between adjacent counties
in the warned regions and to create a continuous path
for the delivery of urgent weather reports directly
to the Toronto Wx. Office using the online Meta Page
reporting form or the dedicated landline number.
Through objective planning this network will expand
and enhance the public service value of the current
CANWARN program and bring the resources of amateur
radio technology to a new level of service with
Environment Canada during severe weather events that
can threaten all Ontario communities at any time.
Message number: 2010113003010 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: February 23, 2010
To all Ontario ARES interests:
The Ontario ARES HF. network has returned
to operations due to improving propagation
on low HF. frequencies.
The Ontario ARES HF. Net is scheduled on
Sundays at 13:00 hrs. on 7.080 Mhz.40 mtrs.
The Ontario PROCOM HF. Net is scheduled on
Mondays at 21:00 hrs. on 3.650 Mhz.80 mtrs.
Please continue to support and maintain this
weekly HF. Emergency Communications network.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2010053115820 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: December 21, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests:
Pat Dopson, VE3HZQ has been confirmed the new
EC for the Sudbury region and takes over the
helm from Stiig Larsen VE3LBX who has served
double duty as DEC in the Killarney District.
Pat brings dedicated leadership to this very
active amateur radio community and will provide
the Sudbury region with co-ordination and viable
emergency communications planning in this new role
as the latest appointed position within the ARES.
Message number: 2009354144231 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: December 2, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Province of Ontario now has a new dedicated
IRLP Reflector in operation thanks to the efforts
of Russ Hemphill VE3FI and fine technical support
from Klaus Rung VE3KR and other interested persons.
This Ontario Public Service Reflector is Node. 9030
with 10 channel and very wide bandwidth capabilities
The system is located in Haliburton County and at this
time is fully operational in the primary testing stage.
When completed with channel assignments the Reflector
will offer and provide a dedicated network in Ontario
for Emergency Communications for ARES and CANWARN and
linking Counties and Districts for Mutual Aid purposes.
This latest EmComm resource has been established to meet
enhance, expand and serve the ongoing and future needs
of communications providers throughout Ontario.
Congratulations to all those involved in this project
to deliver a new level of public safety and service to
Ontario using objective planning of internet technology.
Website details are available at: www.ontarioreflector.ca
Message number: 2009335173242 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: November 25, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests:
A new EMCOMM Co-ordinator joins the Ontario ARES
for the City of Barrie in the Lakes District.
Patricia Barrett, VE3RNH has been appointed as
the new EC taking over the dedicated services of
Dave Wainwright VE3ILA for the City of Barrie.
Pat brings impressive credentials to the position
as an active AEC and she also holds certification
as a RAC CEC and completion of the Municipal BEM
and IMS 100 programs.
As the newly appointed EC for the Barrie area Pat
is well qualified to represent and co-ordinate
EmComm planning in the central Ontario region.
Message number: 2009328131940 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: October 15, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The region of Renfrew County in eastern Ontario
now has a new leader to help co-ordinate the ARES.
Paul Dowdall,VA3COG has accepted a two year service
appointment as EC. for Renfrew County East.
With a dedicated background in law enforcement and
now as community emergency communications provider
Paul is certain to build an active ARES program in
Renfrew County East and extend his leadership role
as required in the Seaway/Capital District.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2009287130205 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: October 9, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Seaway District in eastern Ontario has a new
Emergency Co-ordinator for the City of Cornwall.
Earle DePass, VE3IMP of St. Andrews becomes the
latest addition to the ARES team and provides an
impressive background in community services and
dedicated leadership skills in the Cornwall area.
Several Assistant EC`s have been selected to help
build a viable Emergency Communications program
and the Ontario ARES welcomes Earle to this new
role and wishes every success in all his future
efforts to co-ordinate this expanded ARES group.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2009281113614 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: September 11, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests:
The annual SET(Simulated Emergency Test)for 2009
will be conducted Saturday Oct.3rd. and again on
Wednesday Oct.7th. to allow for Provincial EOC
locations to take part in this important event.
Confirmation has been received from EMO Emergency
Management Ontario that the Provincial Emergency
Operations Center station VE3EMO will be activated
and operational for this Province Wide exercise.
Additional details and schedule of this years SET
activity will be made available by EMO at Toronto
for inclusion in future bulletins and online sites.
news courtesy, Jim Taylor VA3KU EC. EMO.
Message number: 2009253110110 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 11, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario Amateur Radio Emergency Service now has
a new dedicated internet radio link available for use.
This alternate technology is a viable product and tool
for the ARES. and EmCom. groups during this period of
limited hf propagation and a very poor solar cycle.
IRLP link 2759 is registered on the province-wide ARES
simplex frequency 146.500 Mhz. in the St.Clair District
and provides direct communication with the Provincial
Emergency Operations Center (PEOC) via VE3EMO Toronto.
This new link also joins the growing network of EmCom.
providers in place thanks to the objective and tireless
efforts of the Escarpment Repeater Association (ERA)
the Southern Ontario Repeater Team (SORT) as well as
the Central Ontario Amateur Radio Group and others that
expand and enhance communications resources in Ontario.
Message number: 2009222132215 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: May 14, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new Emergency Coordinator is being added to the
lineup of ARES Officials in southern Ontario.
Gord Collins,VE3CPP becomes the EC for Tillsonburg
and portions of Oxford, Norfolk and Elgin Counties
effective May 15, 2009.
The Tillsonburg Amateur Radio Club supports Gord in
this new role as EC to launch a new ARES program.
The Ontario ARES welcomes Gord to this very latest
appointed position to plan and develop activity and
to join ranks with other Emergency Team members in
the progressive Tecumseh District.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2009133113302 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: March 31, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
ARES Ontario is pleased to announce the appointment
of Russ Hemphill, VE3FI as the new DEC for the
Severn District effective April 01, 2009.
Russ will plan and develop emergency communications
for Haliburton, the Kawartha Lakes, and also assist
other ARES Officials at Peterborough and the adjacent
Loyalist District.
The recruitment of several new members from the Severn
District is underway and will insure a new level of
ARES activity in this picturesque region of Ontario.
Message number: 2009089121356 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: January 29, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new ASEC (Assistant Section Emergency Coordinator)
has been selected for the Ontario ARES Field Service.
Brett Gilbank, VE3ZBG of London becomes the very first
ASEC appointment in Canada effective February 01,2009.
As the newly appointed Official to this position Brett
is eager to serve the ARES with promotion and training
skills and share Ontario`s administrative workload.
We welcome Brett`s expertise and dedication to this
important new role and wish Him every success.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2009028104752 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: January 15, 2009
To all Ontario ARES interests:
The Amethyst District of northern Ontario announces
three new appointments to the Ontario Section ARES.
Brad Harris,VE3MXJ becomes the new EC for Thunder Bay
Dennis Collins, VE3CZG is the new EC for Fort Frances
and Chris Bigelow, VA3ECO takes over as EC for Kenora.
These newly appointed positions are a welcome expansion
of the ARES in northern Ontario and reflect the level
of dedication and service by members in the District.
Ontario ARES SEC
Message number: 2009014153209 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: November 12, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
From Ontario`s northland comes the announcement
of a new EC for Timmins in the Albany District.
Donald Tambeau, VE3HOL has filled the vacancy
as Emergency Coordinator in the Timmins area.
Don is an active amateur involved in several
public service exercises using APRS equipment
and is currently reviewing the new RAC ARES
Operations Manual and preparing to obtain
Certified Emergency Coordinators status.
The Ontario ARES welcomes VE3HOL in this role
to represent and plan emergency communications
in the vast north-eastern region of Ontaro.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008316125052 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: October 8, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Grey/Bruce Region has a new DEC
appointed to represent the Ontario ARES
and to plan and coordinate emergency
communications in the Bruce District.
This latest addition to the ARES team
is Brad Rodriguez,VE3RHJ of Markdale.
Brad is currently RAC Bulletin Manager
and has a well established background of
ARES activity as Grey County EC and AEC.
We welcome Brads dedication and level of
service to this new position throughout
the Bruce Peninsula as well as Grey,
Dufferin and Wellington Counties.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008281154029 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: August 28, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Frontenac Counties new EC is George Williams
VE3SIQ who will replace Bill Nangle VE3CLQ
effective September 01, 2008.
Bill, is planning and working to establish
a new ARES Group for Lennox and Addington
county, and George will continue the great
effort developed in Frontenac County.
The Ontario ARES welcomes this change and
expansion in the Loyalist District of
eastern Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008240102551 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: May 8, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new Ontario ARES forum is available online
for all ARES Coordinators and Members to share
and exchange news,views and topics of interest
related to emergency communications planning
and a wide variety of helpful subjects that
include technical and operational support.
This new open forum provides user friendly
access to the internet information highway and
an interactive link for all ARES Officials and
Members to use and enjoy throughout Ontario.
Please visit : aresontarioec.ca and register
to become part of this original and positive
concept to trade ideas and comments about your
local ARES groups and emergency communications
activities.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008128134228 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX. On: April 30, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Steve Struthers, VA3TDZ has joined the ARES
emergency team and becomes the new EC for the
Middlesex North and Central region.
Steve replaces Scott Carter VE3CGN,who has been
covering the area and welcomes this appointment
to provide support and share a growing workload
in the active Tecumseh District.
We extend best wishes to Steve in this new role
of planning and coordinating communications in
a very progressive ARES District.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008120154140 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: April 23, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Peter Wetton, VA3PRW has become the new District
Emergency Coordinator for the City of Toronto.
His appointment replaces Joe Cusimano VE3OV who
has served the ARES in Ontario for many years
with dedication and loyalty in the GTA.
Peter brings leadership skills and high energy
to the position and also has the approval and
support of many ARES Officials in the District.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008113205209 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: March 12, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Several members of the Cambridge Amateur Radio Club
are launching a new ARES group for Cambridge in the
Golden Horseshoe District.
In addition to this news comes the appointment of
Robert Varcoe VE3OAV as the new EC for Cambridge.
Robert has recently obtained CEC status and with
the help of this new team will develop a backup
emergency communications program with Cambridge
Fire Services and the Cambridge Red Cross.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008071222311 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: March 5, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario ARES HF net schedule will change
effective Sunday March 09, 2008.
The 40 metre net on 7.153 Mhz. will be
suspended until propagation improves and
permits Province-Wide communications.
The Ontario ARES HF net will be conducted on
Sundays at 13:00 hrs.on 80 metres on 3.742 Mhz.
In addition the new Emergency Preparedness
net will continue on Sundays at 14:00 hrs.
on 80 metres on a frequency of 3.755 Mhz.
Please continue to support all of the active
Emergency Communications nets in Ontario that
include the HF, IRLP, ProCom and E.P.networks.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008064104036 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: February 11, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
From Northwestern Ontario come the details
OF a brand new IRLP network for the region.
Warren Paulson VE3FYN reports that this IRLP
project is now operational using 5 linked
repeater nodes at Kenora, Dryden, Atikokan,
Fort Frances, and Sioux Narrows.
Through the courtesy of the Vancouver Reflector
Officials node # 9002 has become the designated
and permanent home for this communications asset
using the IRLP system.
Future expansion plans include the addition of
Red Lake, Rainey River, Ear Falls and the
installation of a new repeater on Highway 11
between Atikokan and Thunder Bay to improve
the coverage area.
This vast area of Ontario just became smaller
thanks to the efforts of many dedicated and
key amateurs who have planned and developed
this important communications resource.
Congratulations for the outstanding work in
bringing the IRLP to Northwestern Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008041221951 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: January 30, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Two EC appointments are being made effective
February 01,2008. in the Capital District of
Eastern Ontario.
Barrie Crampton VE3BSB becomes the new EC for
Lanark County and the North Leeds ARES Group.
In addition Bob Howard VE3YX who has been acting
EC for Renfrew County now becomes the permanent
appointee to the position.
Both Barrie and Bob are very active in planning
emergency communications in their respective
ARES groups and will coordinate their efforts
with Mike Hickey VE3IPC as DEC for the combined
Seaway/Capital Districts.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008029112849 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: January 22, 2008
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Industry Canada has assigned VHF 149.080 Mhz.
as the new National (SAR) Search and Rescue
frequency for INTER-AGENCY site communications.
Amateur Radio Operators, as SAR volunteers may
obtain authorization to use this frequency upon
meeting the licensing requirements established
by Industry Canada regulations.
Applicants must license and use a commercial type
approved VHF transceiver and submit a letter of
endorsement from a related Government agency to
qualify for operations on this restricted frequency.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2008021065751 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: December 12, 2007
To all Ontario ARES Appointed Officials :
The monthly online reporting system has been
upgraded on the Ontario ARES website.
The new District names have been linked and
the file has been upgraded to target and to
generate your monthly reports to the correct
destinations.
All reports will return a copy to the sender
as well as forwarding to the Section Manager,
Section Emergency Coordinator and your DEC.
Please continue to file your ARES related news
and reports each month to insure a steady flow
of information for publication in the Section
News area of the TCA.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007345140533 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: December 10, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Magnetawan District now has the planning
and leadership skills of Paul Caccamo VA3PC
as the new DEC effective December 10, 2007.
Paul is a Telecommunications Technologist for
the Ontario Provincial Police at the North Bay
Communications Centre and brings an extensive
package of credentials to the Ontario ARES.
He is trustee of the VE3ERX repeater at North
Bay and holder of the dedicated call VA3OPP.
In addition Paul has established the Northern
Ontario Repeater List on-line site and the
Magnetawan District ARES website.
The Ontario ARES welcomes Paul to this newly
appointed position as He plans and develops
the ARES in the Parry Sound, Nipissing and
Temiskaming regions.
Information courtesy, Allan Boyd VE3AJB
Ontario Section Manager.
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: December 4, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
An ARES appointment endorsement has been made
to Chris Pitre VE3CTP effective December 5th.
As an active EC for the St.Clair District this
will expand Chris`s area of responsibility to
include the Town of Essex and vicinity.
Among other talents Chris is President of a local
Amateur Radio Club, Trustee and Administrator of
repeater and IRLP systems, field day coordinator,
and the planning and construction of APRS assets.
Chris has an endless capacity to address technical
and operational projects and is a valued member of
the local ARES program in southwestern Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: December 4, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Dave Flarity VE3DVE is no stranger to the
Ontario ARES scene having served 40 years
as a DEC and current EC for St.Catharines
in the Niagara Region.
The Ontario ARES recognizes the dedication
and long-standing service of this veteran
of emergency communications planning and
coordination.
Field Services extends a sincere thank you
to Dave for outstanding work and leadership
to Niagara and the amateur radio community.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007337114644 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon, VA3RX On: December 3, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Pelee Island lies 17 miles off shore in the
middle of Lake Erie and is home to about 275
permanent residents and many summer visitors.
Located at the Island medical centre and the
OPP office is a Motorola Maxtrac with backup
emergency power and a 5 element VHF beam on
a tower at 50 feet aimed at the centre of
Essex County.
This donated commercial transceiver is fully
operational on Fire,EMS,Marine,Coast Guard and
amateur repeater frequencies and represents an
important ARES site and a vital link to the
southwestern Ontario mainland.
This remote location with its harsh weather and
winter isolation has not been forgotten and the
Ontario ARES is pleased to provide auxiliary
emergency communications for Canada`s most
southerly and inhabited piece of real estate.
Information courtesy, Mike Ciacelli VE3UCY.
DEC St.Clair District.
Message number: 2007336132818 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: November 28, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Effective December 1st.Daniel Goodier VE3NI
joins the GTA ARES Team and becomes the new
Emergency Coordinator for Mississauga.
Dan relocated from Alberta as VE6EDS in 2005
and has recently obtained CEC status and is
an executive member of the Mississauga ARC.
As part of his keen interest and commitment
to the appointment Dan desires to provide
service to the community and a leadership
role with fellow ARES members in the GTA.
Ontario ARES SEC.
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: November 25, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A reminder to all RAC members holding Appointed
positions as SM SEC DEC EC to please apply for
the RAC National ID Card available from Field
Services via the online request form found on
the Radio Amateurs of Canada website.
These Cards expire yearly and must be renewed
by the application of a validation sticker to
endorse the appointed card holders continued
usage.
Plans are being worked on for this identification
to have Provincial recognition from the OPP, EMO,
Ontario Fire Marshall and Ontario Chiefs of Police.
Also being planned is an ARES membership card for
all non appointed positions within the ARES.
It will also be necessary to renew all Appointment
Certificates every two years to maintain status.
This will be done by affixing a renewal seal to
all expired Certificates representing the ARES.
As with all forms of Public Service identification
and documents it is most important to maintain an
ongoing and strict method of providing security and
to validate official documentation being presented
for RAC and the Amateur Radio Emergency Service.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007328140333 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: November 12, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario Section Manager Allan Boyd VE3AJB
is pleased to announce the new appointment of
Jim McLean VE3LJM as EC for Manitoulin Island.
As an Assistant CEMC for Billings Township Jim
has worked activly to build ARES programs on
the Island in the planning and coordination of
emergency communications resources.
The Ontario ARES welcomes Jim to his new role
effective November 15, knowing that His skill
and dedication will be a valuable addition to
the Ontario ARES Team.
Allan Boyd, VE3AJB.
Ontario Section Manager
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: November 10, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Effective Sunday November 11th. the Ontario
ARES HF Net on 80 meters 3.742 Mhz. will change
to 17:00 hrs.(5 p.m.)EST.
This seasonal adjustment in net time is necessary
to take advantage of improved propagation within
Ontario during this winter time period.
Allan Boyd VE3AJB.
Ontario Section Manager.
Message number: 2007313134305 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: October 15, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The final report on the 2007 SET conducted
on October 6th. is available in the FILES
section of the ARESONTARIO Group Site.
An impressive total of 373 stations reported
into this years Simulated Emergency Test from
43 ARES groups representing 87 cities and
communities from all districts in Ontario.
There were 26 EOC`s and support agencies that
were activated for the event which generated
83 simulated messages and 108 stations with
emergency power capability.
The 2007 SET without question a resounding
public service success and a job well done
by the entire Ontario ARES membership.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007287143240 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: September 13, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new alerting feature has been installed on the
Ontario ARES website.
This system employs the use of the Canadian Code
Amber ticker service to provide details of an
Amber Alert Child Abduction issued by any law
enforcement agency throughout Canada or the U.S.
The application of this internet tool will compliment
the public service value of the ARES membership and
will also enhance the Amber Alert program in Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: September 5, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests:
In addition to His recent EC appointments
in the Tecumseh District, Scott Carter,
VE3CGN will also coordinate ARES activity
in the Tillsonburg,Elgin County East area.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007247183409 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 20, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new Emergency Coordinator for the
Chatham/Kent area of the St. Clair
District has been appointed to the
Ontario ARES structure.
Austin Wright VE3NCQ of Chatham will
coordinate emergency communications
planning and make available a network
of auxiliary telecommunications assets
for municipal and public service use.
His technical abilities as a private pilot,
CANWARN* spotter, and knowledge of aviation
and meteorology make Austin well suited to
this new role in southwestern Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007231130713 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 20, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario ARES is pleased to announce the
appointment of Dave Hayes VE3JX of the City
of Sault Ste. Marie as the new District
Coordinator for the Albany Sector.
Dave brings an impressive background of
public service skills to this position and
has the unanimous support and approval of
many in the amateur radio community.
The Ontario ARES extends a warm welcome to
Dave and a desire for every success in his
efforts to promote and develop a viable
communications program in this gateway to
northern Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007231114028 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: August 20, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The progressive Tecumseh District has added
another appointment as EC for Woodstock and
Oxford County South.
David Young VE3EAY has accepted the role of
Emergency Coordinator for the Woodstock area
in addition to his active position as EC for
Middlesex County East.
This expanding team of ARES officials is on
a fast track to building the first tri-county
ARES Group in Ontario and the ARES is pleased
to welcome this new level of dedication.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007231105409 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 19, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
In addition to his recent appointment as EC
for the London area, Scott Carter VE3CGN in
an expanded role becomes the new EC for the
City of St.Thomas and Elgin County West.
ARES Ontario welcomes Scott to this position
of service for the planning and development
of emergency communications for the tri county
region of Middlesex, Oxford,and Elgin in the
Tecumseh District.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007230123614 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 10, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A demonstration of co-operation in emergency
communications preparedness between Canada
and the United States is being planned for
September 29 and 30 2007. with operations
from historic Signal Hill, St.Johns, Nfld.
Special event call sign VO1ARES has been
approved for this event by Industry Canada
and a commemorative QSL card will be issued.
All ARES groups and members are encouraged
to support this unique mutual exercise and
show that we are international partners and
providers of reliable emergency communications.
This is our history and this is our future as
a national resource in Canada and the U.S.A.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007221160543 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: August 2, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario ARES has received word that Lloyd Gibbs
VE3LJG/VA3LJG has become a silent key on August 2nd.
Lloyd served as the appointed District Emergency
Coordinator for the Albany District (former Agawa).
He was also Activities Director with the Agawa ARC
and an active member of the Canadian Red Cross.
Lloyd`s dedicated and loyal service to the Ontario
ARES will be long remembered and sadly missed.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007213200304 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: July 22, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
If you are an active radio amateur with an interest
in public service and emergency communications the
Ontario ARES would like to hear from you.
There are currently several locations throughout
Ontario that require District and Local emergency
coordinators.
This is your opportunity to join the expanding ARES
network and work with emergency service and government
officials to plan and coordinate your communities
communications resources during an emergency or
disaster event in the province.
District appointments are available in these locations:
Bruce,Lakes,Magnetawan,Seaway,and the Severn Districts.
Local appointments are available in these locations:
Huron County,Bruce Penninsula, S.Georgian/W.Simcoe Co.
Parry Sound,Fort Frances,Dryden,Red Lake,Sioux Lookout,
St.Thomas/Elgin W.,Woodstock/Oxford,Tillsonburg/Elgin E.
Renfrew County East, and Storemont-Dundas-Glengarry.
If you are interested in filling one of these appointed
positions please contact the Ontario SM or SEC.
The ARES "When All Else Fails"
Message number: 2007202162116 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: July 12, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
On Wednesday July 11, AT 4:20 p.m. the Sault Ste. Marie
Police Service was notified that Ambulance Dispatch had
lost their 911 Emergency Service.
Tests of Police and Fire 911 lines revealed that all 911
service to the Central Emergency Bureau was also disabled.
This affected a wide area including Manitoulin Island and
the North Shore region and disrupted long distance,cellular
and other critical communications services.
During this outage communications were established with OPP
Com Centre North Bay and with Central Dispatch in Michigan.
Bell Canada technicians restored partial service by 7:20 p.m.
and full service by 12:30 a.m. to all service providers, and
the Ontario ARES assisted with testing to confirm that 911
operations in the affected areas was again fully available.
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Services wishes to thank the
members of ARES, Bell Canada and the Media agencies for
their assistance during this service interuption.
Information via : Gord Hewitt VE3GIH.
and Ontario SM Allan Boyd VE3AJB.
Message number: 2007192155357 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: July 11, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The London region has added yet another
new EC to the Tecumseh District.
Scott Carter VE3CGN becomes the latest of
three newly appointed ARES Officials in the
greater London area.
As EC for Middlesex North & Central effective
July 10, 2007, Scott now joins the efforts to
restructure the ARES and bring a greater level
of emergency communications planning to London.
In addition Scott takes over this position as
replacement for the dedicated and long standing
service to the ARES by Rob Hockin VA3HO.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007191174054 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: June 27, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new Emeregency Coordinator has joined the
ranks of the Ontario ARES Team.
Effective July 1st. Russ Hemphill VE3FI. will
represent Haliburton County and the Kawartha
Lakes region of the Severn District.
Emergency Communications service planning and
coordination include the formation of a new
ARES group in this charming and scenic area
of Ontario.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007177092418 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: June 8, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new EC has been appointed for the Central Ontario
Amateur Radio Club effective on June 1st. 2007.
Doug Peckhover, VE3ATP of Aurora, has become an
Emergency Coordinator representing an extensive
and expanding number of linked repeaters within
a vast portion of central Ontario.
The network includes repeater sites established
in the regions of York, Ballantrae, Haliburton,
Kawartha Lakes, Bancroft, Muskoka and Powassan.
Doug`s skills and technical abilities to develop
this linked system are a welcome addition to the
ARES and will enhance our emergency communications
resources in the Province.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007158045401 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: May 27, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Dave Cameron VE7LTD of Vancouver,B.C.has been awarded
the 2007 Dayton Hamvention Technical Excellence award
for outstanding technical advancement in the field of
amateur radio and related communications.
Dave was instrumental in the design of software and
hardware technology to permit worldwide radio and
repeater linking via the IRLP Internet Repeater
Linking Project.
His efforts literally transformed fm repeater use
from a local entity into a worldwide communications
network that has proven to be of immense value in
emergencies and has helped unite the worlds radio
amateurs over the internet.
Congratulations to Dave on having received this
well deserved award for pioneering and building the
IRLP system into a valuable world-wide resource.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007146225556 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: May 24, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
Joe Cusimano VE3OV the DEC for the Greater
Toronto Area announces the appointment of
two new EC`s in the busy Toronto region.
Effective June 1st. Dean Cassar VA3SUG will
become the new EC for North West Toronto and
Peter Wetton VA3PRW becomes the new EC for
South West Toronto.
Both appointees bring a wealth of communications
experience to the ARES and will help to balance
the workload in planning and coordinating the
very active GTA.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007143122752 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: May 24, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
The Ontario SM and SEC are pleased to announce
two new ARES appointments in the London area.
Effective June 1st. Brett Gilbank VE3ZBG becomes
the DEC for the Tecumseh District which includes
Huron, Perth, Middlesex and Oxford counties and
Doug Elliott VA3DAE will be the new EC for the
City of London.
Both appointees are committed to bringing a new
level of ARES planning and Coordination to the
London region, and we welcome their vision and
dedication to emergency communications service.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007143105744 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: April 1, 2007
To all Ontario ARES Officials and Members :
The long awaited results of the recent survey
to combine ARES and EMO districts and a summary
statement have been made available on the
ARESONTARIO Yahoo Group Site.
A complete report and important details can be
read as posted by the Ontario Section Manager,
Allan Boyd. VE3AJB.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007090122342 |
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Submitted by: Allan Boyd, VE3AJB On: February 4, 2007
To all Ontario ARES DEC`S EC`S AEC`S MEMBERS.
As Section Manager(SM)for Ontario,I announce
the proposed restructuring and realignment of
the Ontario ARES Districts and Sectors.
Due to an improved working relationship and a
new level of support from Emergency Management
Ontario (EMO) it is necessary to establish a
mutual reference map for coordination purposes
with municipal and provincial officials.
I ask for your patience,understanding and
cooperation during this transition as we
work together to implement the changes with
minimal disruption to the ARES planning and
efforts on the part of all dedicated EC`s
in your district.
I welcome your input and suggestions on how
to accomplish the task and build a stronger
and more respected provider of Emergency
Communications for officials and the public.
The full length version of this statement is
available on the aresontario yahoo group site
and on the www.emoares.org website.
Allan Boyd.
VE3AJB.
Section Manager.
Radio Amateurs of Canada.
Message number: 2007034141354 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX On: January 26, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests:
The first ARES appointment of this
new year goes to the Golden Horseshoe
District, and to Peter Vince VA3PKV of
Thorold, Ontario.
Peter is the son of the late Tom Vince
VE3HM, himself a veteran of ARES service.
With this appointment Peter becomes an
Assistant DEC for the Niagara region and
plans to carry on the family tradition of
ARES activity established by his father.
We welcome our newest member to the ARES
team and extend best wishes and success
in his new role.
Bob Gammon. VA3RX.
Ontario ARES SEC.
Message number: 2007025101656 |
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Submitted by: Bob Gammon., VA3RX. On: January 11, 2007
To all Ontario ARES interests :
A new revised and completed version of
the district map for EMO and ARES use
is now available.
The map features colour-coded reference
to the 4 regional areas and 14 numbered
districts in Ontario.
In addition the map defines the city,
municipal and county boundries within
a district, and serves as a mutual
geographic guide for EMO and ARES
operations.
This map can be seen by visiting the
emoares.org site and will also be made
available soon on the home page of the
Ontario ARES website.
"Communications for Public Service"
Ontario ARES SEC. VA3RX.
Message number: 2007010203359 |
