Soldier On Sports Recovery/Rehabilitation Fund

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, Sgt Ernie Whelan of Winnipeg is on his trek across Lake Winnipeg. Here is a link to the Winnipeg Free Press article just prior to his start. He is on the lake now so wish him all the best.

http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/trek-highlights-diabetes-battle-116641703.html

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day everyone, check out this storey on Sgt Jamie MacIntyre and the upcoming St John's Rehab St Patty's Day 5km Run in Toronto. He ran to support MCpl Jody Mitic in the past and now is running as a single below knee amputee now.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/soldier-will-put-new-leg-to-test-in-5-k-run/article1922914/

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Ok everyone, the 2011 Air Force Run will be taking place at the end of May, here is the link to their webpage. Once again they are raising funds for both Soldier On and the Military Families Fund. Check it out and if you can participate bring the whole family.

http://www.airforcerun.ca/

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Here is a picture of Sgt Ernie Whalen of Winnipeg finishing his 100km ski across Lake Winnipeg. He is fit and healthy and has diabetes, you can still make a donation if you like at his webpage and you get the tax receipt as well.

Great work Ernie!

http://my.e2rm.com/personalPage.aspx?registrationID=1035323

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, we made the cover of the Maple Leaf... LOL here is the link.

We recently had 3 Alpine events with Calabogie Peeks now being offered for central Canada CF personnel. You have seen here post on both the VISASS and Owl Head that were conducted in Quebec and British Columbia and now we have started the Ontario event that we hope will become an annual event like the other two.

http://www.forces.gc.ca/site/commun/ml-fe/article-eng.asp?id=6792

Great work to all the organizers and a BIG THANK YOU to those who continue to support.

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day everyone, check out this storey on Sgt Jamie MacIntyre and the upcoming St John's Rehab St Patty's Day 5km Run in Toronto. He ran to support MCpl Jody Mitic in the past and now is running as a single below knee amputee now.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/soldier-will-put-new-leg-to-test-in-5-k-run/article1922914/

Andrew

Here is nother article on the upcoming run Sgt MacIntyre and MCpl Mitic will be doing.

http://www.insidetoronto.com/community/health/article/960469--wounded-soldiers-make-a-run-for-it

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, I am posting an article on an Army Cadet Tylor Preston (13yrs old) who recently suffered from a blood illness that resulted in him losing both his legs below the knees. He is rehabing and recovering with his family here in Ottawa and has had visits from the CDS/CLS/CFCWO and the Army CWO. MCpl Jody Mitic as also visited Tylor a few times. He is a very active boy and Jody is a great example for him to know what can be done.

http://www.ottawasun.com/news/ottawa/2011/02/08/17193061.html

Picture, Army Cadet Tylor Preston and MCpl Jody Mitic

Andrew

Here is a link to a recent article on Army Cadet Tylor Preston

http://www.emcorleans.ca/20110217/news/Cadets+welcome+comrade+back+to+the+ranks

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, little late on this post but RMC OCdt did their 3rd Annual Indoor Spin-athon for Soldier On this wknd. I was at the finish of the first two but was unable to go this year but we did have representation there for the finish. I will post pictures once I get a couple to share. I do not know the total funds raised for this years event but if they surpass the previous 2 years their combined efforts to this date will have raised approx $15,000 for Soldier On, not to bad for a private event.  Most importantly though is that the new generation of leadership is getting an early start at supporting and understanding CF ill and injured. No better education then being actively involved.

Great work RMC OCdt's 
http://everitas.rmcclub.ca/?p=51264

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, here is a link to a story on WO Karen McCoy and the National Sitting Volleyball Team, who were training in Petawawa.

http://www.thedailyobserver.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=2996325

Also the two pictures were taken early Jan.

1. John Cassy and Warren Kennedy who have put together 4 Roundel Glen Celebrity Golf Toury's in Support of Soldier On/Sans Limites since 2007 present a cheque at 8 Wing with the Wing Commander and Wing CWO present. The cheque was for $20,000. Big thanks to John and Warren and their team who continue to support SO/SL.

2. Cory Earl and Hotch's Auto Parts present a cheque to Sans Limites/Soldier On in the amount of $10,000. You can see Cory racing at the Brighton Speedway most wknds and his team are great supporters of the CF. Big thanks to Cory and his racing team and sponsors.
Check out his webpage I am sure you will like it :alarm:
http://www.coreyearl.com/

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, here is a link to the Comox Valley Record and a storey on the ski event this week on Mt Washington, thanks to continued donations Soldier On/Sans Limites continues to support our ill and injured across Canada. CNN is also doing a news storey so I will keep an eye on for it.

http://www.bclocalnews.com/vancouver_island_north/comoxvalleyrecord/community/115590439.html

Andrew

Good day everyone, here are a couple links to pictures and a video storey on the recent VISASS Alpine event on Mt Washington. Soldier On/Sans Limites makes CNN iReport link below.

http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-565415

You Tube video pictures:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QXs_wqx3LA

Andrew 

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, Pacific Region holds a Soldier On Kayak event.

1. Leading Seaman Sonja Olejniczak helps to carry kayaks down to the launch area of the Joint Personnel Support Unit (Pacific Region) Soldier On kayak event held on Monday, March 07, 2011 at the West Bay Marina in Esquimalt.
Image by: Cpl Charles A. Stephen,
MARPAC Imaging Services

2. Leading Seaman Laura Golden (right) receives instruction on adjusting the foot pegs in her kayak from Nicky Baughman of Victoria Waterfront Tours during the Joint Personnel Support Unit (Pacific Region) Soldier On kayak event held on Monday, March 07, 2011 at the West Bay Marina in Esquimalt.
Image by: Cpl Charles A. Stephen,
MARPAC Imaging Services

3. Members of the Joint Personnel Support Unit (Pacific Region) Soldier On event held on Monday, March 07, 2011 at the West Bay Marina in Esquimalt, reflect on the first half of their kayaking adventure with instructor Nicky Baughman (far right) of Victoria Waterfront Tours.
Image by: Cpl Charles A. Stephen,
MARPAC Imaging Services

Great work to all
Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, little late on this post but RMC OCdt did their 3rd Annual Indoor Spin-athon for Soldier On this wknd. I was at the finish of the first two but was unable to go this year but we did have representation there for the finish. I will post pictures once I get a couple to share. I do not know the total funds raised for this years event but if they surpass the previous 2 years their combined efforts to this date will have raised approx $15,000 for Soldier On, not to bad for a private event.  Most importantly though is that the new generation of leadership is getting an early start at supporting and understanding CF ill and injured. No better education then being actively involved.

Great work RMC OCdt's 
http://everitas.rmcclub.ca/?p=51264

Andrew

HI all, further to this recent post here is a link to a video story and some pictures of the event held at RMC this past wknd. This years event surpassed the $6000.00 mark.

http://www.ckwstv.com/index.cfm?page=news&id=4291

Capt Blaise Lapointe is a single leg amputee from injuries sustained while deployed to AFG.

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Here is an Army News print article on the Calabogie Ski event.

http://www.army.forces.gc.ca/land-terre/news-nouvelles/story-reportage-fra.asp?id=5096

Andrew

 

[Sgt Marc]

Good day All,


From 30 July – 07 August, 2011, I and another retired Canadian Forces member, Master Corporal Robert Mullan, CD, will be kayaking from Kingston to Ottawa via the Rideau River and Canal system for the cause “Paddle On for Soldier On”.


The purpose of this endeavour is to raise funds and awareness for the Soldier On Fund.


The primary objectives of this fund are to:


* Facilitate, support and integrate resources and opportunities for ill and injured military personnel to fully and actively participate in physical Fitness, recreation and sport activities;


* Create awareness of Soldier On among ill and injured military personnel, other CF personnel, the general public and corporations; and


* Investigate, foster and enhance partnerships with allied nations and disability organizations offering relevant programs and services.


The following link provides more in-depth information on this fund. http://www.cfpsa.com/en/corporate/SoldierOn/index.asp.


We would like your support by donating Paddle On for Soldier On care of the Soldier On Fund. Although Paddle On for Soldier On is not a Department of National Defence or Canadian Forces initiative, Paddle On has permission from the Soldier On Fund to conduct this fund raiser under their banner.


Those who wish to support this worthy cause you may donate directly to the Soldier On Fund at www.cfpsa.com/en/psp/SoldierOn/donate_e.asp, (donors should ensure that “Paddle On for Soldier On” is entered in the “Name of Fundraising activity” box). There are also alternative ways of donating to the Soldier On Fund as indicated on their website.


Those requiring more information on Paddle On for Soldier On may also contact the undersigned at [email protected].

Thank you for supporting Paddle On for Soldier On.

Sergeant (Ret) Marc Belanger, CD                                                               

Paddle On for Soldier On

 

[Bruce Monkhouse]

Good luck.

 

[Takeniteasy]

Great initiative gents. All the best and thanks for your time and great efforts.

Duty With Honour
Soldier On/Sans Limites
Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day all, it is the one year anniversary since Soldier On/Sans Limites attended the Paralympic Opening Ceremonies ( page 13 has the post on this blog) I am attaching the link to the YouTube video of MCpl Mike Trauner and WO Karen McCoy raising the IPC Flag at the Opening.

I believe it to be one of my proudest moments not only as a CF member but as a Canadian. The CF rank and file should also be very proud of this moment because of the support and efforts you give to both ill and injured and their families.

Heart felt thanks to all who continue to provide their time and efforts in building this great nation and support its military.

Duty With Honour
WO Andrew McLean

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kch4VW92B-I

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day everyone, check out this storey on Sgt Jamie MacIntyre and the upcoming St John's Rehab St Patty's Day 5km Run in Toronto. He ran to support MCpl Jody Mitic in the past and now is running as a single below knee amputee now.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/toronto/soldier-will-put-new-leg-to-test-in-5-k-run/article1922914/

Andrew

Good day all, here is the updated Toronto Sun article with video story regarding the above recent post. Great work to both and to all those who support our ill and injured. Takes a big team and I am never surprised at the abilities of people.

http://www.torontosun.com/news/torontoandgta/2011/03/13/17599376.html?sms_ss=facebook&at_xt=4d7d551191ad80d3%2C0
Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day everyone,

Here is a link to an article with Cpl Andy Social.

Great work Cpl Social

http://www.dailybulletin.ca/article/20110317/KIMBERLEY0101/303179999/-1/kimberley/soldier-on

Andrew

 

[Takeniteasy]

Good day everyone, I am posting a link to another TSN Team Canada Sledge Hockey Profile. This one is of Cpl Dominic Larocques teamate Kevin Rempel, this storey includes Kevin's father who also suffered a spinal cord injury. Each one chose a different path and the outcomes were very different.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1TfwIde9Jg

Andrew