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Retiring MFRC Exec. Director receives Commander’s commendation for service to community
October 24, 2023
Willemien Van Lankvelt, executive director of the Military Family Resource Centre, is retiring after 17 years with the organization. On Oct.19, she was awarded the Commander 3 CDSG Command Team Coin for her dedication and leadership. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag...
3rd Div. Command team addresses deployments, 3 Ps and budget constraints during 1st CFB Shilo visit
October 23, 2023
Commander of 3CDSG, Col. Robbin Dove is greeted by Lt.-Col. David Cronk at the colonel's first visit to CFB Shilo on Oct. 19. Photo K-J Millar/Shilo Stag NewsK-J MillarShilo Stag News The Commander of 3rd Canadian Division Support Group (3CDSG), addressed army and...
Operation RED NOSE seeks volunteers – sleigh handling skills not required
October 18, 2023
Julie Masza, OPI for Operation RED NOSE and Capt. Eugene Sauve, president of the Shilo Community Council, are encouraging volunteers and drivers to team up for some seasonal fun and to keep neighbours safe with the designated driver program during the 2023 holiday...
Chief of Defence thanks military firefighters for direct impact during wildfire season – CFB Shilo troops included
October 16, 2023
Captain Mark Galatiuk from CFB Shilo Emergency Services, was one of two Shilo firefighters to train military personnel on wildfire emergencies in preparation for the 2023 season and for Operation Lentus. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag News.K-J MillarShilo Stag News On...
Zicke, Zacke, Hoi Hoi Hoi! Shilo area toasts first Oktoberfest in 20 years
October 16, 2023
Nick Smith and his wife Elisabeth Smith ham it up for the camera at first Shilo & Region Service Club Oktoberfest held at the Canadian Armed Forces Base on Oct. 14. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag NewsK-J MillarShilo Stag News Zicke, Zacke, Hoi, Hoi, Hoi, Hoi, were...
Traditional German folk fun at Oktoberfest – tickets still available
October 13, 2023
Shilo & Region Service Club is hosting the first Oktoberfest celebration in more than 20 years at CFB Shilo on Oct. 14. The public and area residents are welcome. Tickets are still available. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag.K-J MillarShilo Stag News For those...
Cooking mishaps deemed leading cause of fires in Canada – CFB Shilo is not immune
October 12, 2023
CFB Shilo Emergency Service Firefighter Jay Storozuk displays a fire extinguisher nozzle during a controlled demonstrative blaze on Base Oct.11 as part of 2023 Fire Safety Week. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag NewsK-J MillarShilo Stag News Fire Department Emergency...
Lieutenant-General marks Women’s History Month
October 6, 2023
More than 50, 000 women joined CAF in Second World War
Truth and Reconciliation ceremony followed by cleansing rain of tears
October 2, 2023
Members of the Defence Indigenous Advisory Group (DIAG) at CFB Shilo ready the memorial flag for a ceremonial processional walk through the CAF base to the main gates honouring the Day for National Truth and Reconciliation, on Sept. 28. Photo: K-J Millar/Shilo Stag...
Bear paws hold hands for Truth and Reconciliation
September 29, 2023
Nisga'a Artist Chantelle Trainor-Matties Every Child Matters protective bear paw motive adorned the chests of Canadian Armed Forces across the country for Day of National Truth and Reconciliation. CAF personnel at CFB Shilo participated in ceremonies and a community...
