On 26 Jan 26, members of 17 Wing had the opportunity to visit the Canadian Museum of Human Rights (CMHR) in Winnipeg for a guided tour of the exhibit Love in a Dangerous Time . The exhibit explores a difficult chapter in Canadian history: the systematic discrimination and dismissal of 2SLGBTQI+ federal public servants during what is now commonly referred to as “the Purge.”   Beginning in the 1950s and continuing into the early 1990s, thousands of Canadians serving in the federal public...

The Canadian Armed Forces relies on clear, precise communication to function effectively. From orders and policies to routine emails and posters, language shapes how information is understood and how people experience their workplace. As our institution continues to reflect the diversity of Canadian society, being mindful of the nuances in our language, particularly around gender, is an increasingly important part of professionalism.   In everyday use, terms such as women , men , female , and...

Written by Ron Lapp April 1, 2024 marked the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF), an organization with a proud history and a strong presence in Winnipeg. Among its key units is 435 Transport and Rescue Squadron, based at 17 Wing Winnipeg, which plays a vital role in search and rescue (SAR) operations across Canada. Having worked closely with military aviation during my 36-year career with Transport Canada, I’ve always admired the RCAF. In the 1990s, I was fortunate to fly...