Making a mark in Aerospace & Defence
PRESIDENT’S CHRISTMAS MESSAGE AND ANNUAL UPDATE
Submitted By: David Gossen
As 2012 comes to a close, it is time to reflect not only on the past but
also to look to the future. 2012 has been an exciting year with all three
divisions (Aerospace, Electronic Systems, and Aerostructures) in the
IMP Aerospace & Defence family delivering high quality products and
services to our customers. We continue to grow and advance our
programs as we meet the challenges before us.
This year was a year of many firsts for the Aerospace Division, with
the first re-winged CP140 under the ASLEP program and the first
CH149 Cormorant under the Aircraft Sampling Inspection (ASI)
program both being successfully delivered. This year also saw the
commencement of the CT114 Tutor (Snowbird) maintenance program,
which included a repainting in Halifax.
There have been some very significant changes in the past year,
including the re-branding of the company to “IMP Aerospace &
Defence”, and the recent acquisition of Cascade Aerospace. In
addition, we have all worked hard to meet the many challenges
arising from our current and very demanding work programs. We
have performed well, although we all recognize that we live in a world
where “continuous improvement” is essential if we are to maintain our
position in the aerospace community and fully satisfy our customer’s
expectations.
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We are actively engaged in seeking out new business opportunities.
Despite the ongoing global economic challenges, IMP Aerospace &
Defence continues to be fortunate to have sustainable work now and
into the future. The leadership teams at Aerospace, Aerostructures
and Electronic Systems are fully engaged in developing the business
for the future to ensure this trend continues. I could not ask more of
the IMP Aerospace & Defence team.
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At the Aerostructures Division, the team secured their position as a
provider of aerospace machined parts, leading the company to
reinvest in this capability with the addition of two high-speed
machining centres. New programs such as the Bell 429 Sponson
program further highlight the development of the division as they
introduce Carbon Fibre Composite Panels and 5-axis complex
machined parts to the capabilities of the division.
Support to CH149 Cormorant operations continues to surpass
expectations as the CSH team at the Main Operating Bases (MOBs)
and the HIA location tackle numerous challenges in heavy
maintenance and achieved record-breaking aircraft availability and
flying rates across the country. Our maintenance operations supported
hundreds of SAR missions and numerous exercises, including one in
the North that then flew to Alert, literally at the top of Canada, the first
helicopter to ever do so to the best of our knowledge.
Our Electronic Systems Division at Hammonds Plains made
significant progress on the space programs while continuing to deliver
on the wire harness and R&O programs. The delivery of space
harnesses to MDA Corporation for commercial satellite programs
represents the first commercial space contracts to be awarded to the
Division.
We continue to pursue new business with both our traditional
customers as well as new ones, including opportunities such as
maintenance support for the Canadian CC150 Polaris program and
the re-winging of both Germany’s and Brazil’s fleets of P-3 aircraft.
We have also initiated marketing efforts to seek out new business in
support of the Canadian Army and the Royal Canadian Navy. There
are many competencies within our Engineering Branch and Materiel
and Planning Departments that are directly transferable in these
areas. We are optimistic that these efforts will materialize in new
business opportunities.
It has been a tremendous year for change and for firsts, and we can
all take pride in what we have accomplished together. I would like to
take this opportunity to thank all of you for your efforts and dedication
and I look forward with enthusiasm to working together in 2013 to
meet the challenges that the future will bring.
I would like to express my sincere best wishes to all of you and your
families for an enjoyable and safe festive season, and a prosperous
new year.
David Gossen
President
IMP Aerospace & Defence
CASCADE JOINS THE AEROSPACE & DEFENCE TEAM
Submitted By: David Gossen
I am pleased to announce that Cascade Aerospace of Abbotsford,
B.C., has been purchased by IMP. For those of you that are unfamiliar
with Cascade Aerospace, it is a company that is in many ways similar
to IMP Aerospace, providing maintenance support to DND for all
models of the CC130 Hercules aircraft as one of its main programs.
In addition, Cascade Aerospace provides aircraft support services to a
variety of commercial companies and government agencies. As a
result of this purchase, Cascade Aerospace will become a
stand-alone division within IMP Aerospace & Defence. This strategic
acquisition will increase the scope and depth of the capabilities of
both companies. Outwardly, we will become a more prominent and
stronger force in the international aerospace community.
I would encourage you to visit the Cascade Aerospace website
(www.cascadeaerospace.com) should you wish to learn more about
this company.
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David A. Gossen
President
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SNOWBIRD PAINTERS
On August 28, the first Canadian Forces Snowbird CT114 aircraft
arrived at IMP Aerospace for complete paint removal and
reapplication of the famous red, white and blue Snowbird paint
scheme. This complex activity was to be just the latest “first” in a
series of activities for IMP that began with the February 2012 award of
a multi-year year maintenance contract for all Canadian Forces CT114
Tutor aircraft. To date, the program has been highly successful, with
all aircraft having been delivered on time.
The painting of CT114058 in the distinct Snowbird colour scheme at
the IMP Aerospace Paint Hangar in Halifax required a careful
orchestration of effort between team members in Halifax and Trenton;
this group effort also provided ample opportunity for the Paint Hangar
to display both the technical capabilities of the facility, as well as the
impressive skills and attention to detail of the individual technicians
involved. Qualification of IMP Aerospace to the demanding
specifications of the Snowbird paint system required input from many
departments including Engineering, Production, Planning, Materiel,
and Quality.
CT114058 arrived to a waiting crew from the Paint Hangar, who
wasted no time removing the existing paint from the entire airframe.
Progress was immediate, with the bulk aircraft paint removal being
completed just two days after arrival at HIA, and complete detail paint
removal completed on September 4. At this point, Steve Ettinger and
Kirk Hood took the lead on the Snowbird under the watchful eye of
Foreman, Mike Hubley and showed their considerable talent by
completing an outstanding world-class aircraft paint job.
The entire HIA and Trenton teams worked together superbly to deal
with the materiel and technical issues associated with this first
Snowbird paint job and successfully met the very demanding
expectations of the Snowbird Program with tolerances as low as 1/32”
on stencil placement. In the end the visual impact of a brand new
paint scheme is what the Paint Shop has to stand behind and what
the customer is going to judge their work by. This visual impact
becomes even more important when the aircraft is the most high
profile aircraft in the Canadian Forces aircraft fleet and will be seen at
air shows around the country and around the world.
In this case, the feedback from our DND customer was immediate and
highly positive – at completion, the paint job was closely inspected by
a DND Quality Assurance team, which concluded that the bright and
gleaming Snowbird had received “one of the best” paint jobs that they
had ever seen. Certainly, a proud moment for the company and
especially the Aerospace team whose dedication and skills were so
instrumental in rejuvenating this symbolic Canadian aircraft.
CT114058 is a clear testament of the talents and initiative of the entire
IMP Aerospace team ably represented by Steve and Kirk. They truly
ensured the success of IMP’s goal of presenting the Department of
National Defence, and the people of Canada, with an aircraft that
would meet and exceed the high standards associated with the
Snowbird team.
CH149 CORMORANT DELIVERY
Submitted By: Mike Michaud
With the delivery of one, comes the induction of another. The CH149
Cormorant maintenance team has turned a crucial corner and is now
fully transitioned from Aircraft Sampling Inspection (ASI) to Depot
Level Maintenance (DLM). The entire IMP CH149 maintenance team
was both proud and gratified to see this aircraft take flight after its
comprehensive maintenance was complete and looks forward to
applying the ASI lessons learned to optimize a smooth-running and
effective DLM program.
The delivery of CH149902 signifies the end to ASI and the continuation
of DLM with the induction of the second DLM aircraft, CH149908, on
November 13. Both the lessons learned and maintenance crew
training opportunities offered by ASI have been well-documented and
incorporated to ensure a successful steady-state DLM program for one
of Canada’s premier Search and Rescue (SAR) assets in the years to
come. As we bid farewell to our lead ASI aircraft, we also welcome the
rapidly maturing DLM program to #1 Hangar.
CH149902 arrived here in July 2010, the first of two Cormorants to
go through the ASI program. Results of the inspection revealed that
the second Cormorant (CH149910) was actually in better condition
than CH149902. Therefore, emphasis was applied to the second
Cormorant, resulting in CH149910 being delivered first, in April 2012.
Well done to all involved in ensuring the success of this complex and
vital program in support of Canadian SAR capability.
CH149902 commenced flight testing on October 29, following a very
determined effort to complete the final required maintenance activities.
Although high winds delayed testing to some extent, the aircraft was
delivered and returned home to MOB Greenwood on November 10.
CH149902 on Departure
AC 908 on Induction
AW101 CORMORANT RESCUE 915 AWARDED THE 2012 CORMORANT TROPHY
Submitted By: Clair Henderson
The 103 Search And Rescue (SAR) Squadron at Main Operating Base
(MOB) Gander has been awarded the AgustaWestland 2012
Cormorant Trophy for Helicopter Rescue for a treacherous night-time
icy Arctic sea rescue of two hunters.
addition, there were three SAR Techs from 424 Squadron at Canadian
Forces Base Trenton, Ont., who had parachuted into the water from a
CC-130 Hercules and two Personal Locator Beacons had been
activated indicating there was more trouble in the water.
This year’s awarding of the Cormorant Trophy for the October 27,
2011 rescue serves as a solemn reminder of the selfless dedication of
SAR crews and the dangers they face every day in Canada, with the
death of Canadian Forces SAR Tech Sergeant Janick Gilbert, who had
earlier jumped into the water from an accompanying CC-130 Hercules
to assist the hunters.
The crew of Rescue 915 arrived on scene and was confronted by 90
km/h wind gusts, 10-metre-high violent waves tossing masses of ice
into the air, with life rafts, people and strobe lights in multiple locations.
After rescuing the survivors from both life rafts and after a short
search, the unresponsive body of the third SAR Tech was spotted
floating in the ice and waves. For a third time, the CH149 SAR Tech
was lowered into the icy waters to recover the body.
“Despite the tragic loss of life, this rescue is being recognized because
of the extreme circumstances of distance, location, weather conditions
and the rescue of two hunters, two SAR Techs from another squadron
and the recovery of their companion,” said Jeremy Tracy,
AgustaWestland’s Head of Region for Canada. “While there were a
number of very worthy contenders, this particular rescue stood out for
the complexity and danger and was therefore the unanimous choice of
the adjudicators.”
The winners were announced at the annual SAREX competition on
September 21 in Val-d’Or, Que. A presentation ceremony took place
later at 103 Squadron. The Cormorant Trophy for Helicopter Rescue
recognizes the Canadian civilian, government or military crew that has
performed the most demanding helicopter rescue of the year.
At 9 a.m. on October 27, 2011, the crew of AW101 Cormorant “Rescue
915” from the 103 SAR Squadron were tasked with rescuing two
walrus hunters stranded on an ice flow in the Arctic sea near Igloolik,
Nunavut. In planning the mission, it was realized they had to cover a
distance of 2,780 km in the shortest time and with the fewest stops.
The mission was plotted using no crew replacement and three very
short fuel stops. After about 12 hours of flying with night setting in,
Rescue 915 was told the conditions of the hunters had worsened. In
Running low on fuel and with everyone accounted for, Rescue 915
was able to finally head to Igloolik and further medical support, more
than 18 hours after their day had started.
Both SAR teams were previously announced as winners of the Guild
of Air Pilots and Air Navigators (GAPAN) Guild Award for Gallantry,
which was presented at the medieval Guild Hall in London, England,
October 23.
This award not only shows the bravery of the aircrew, but highlights the
hard work of the IMP ground crews in providing the aircraft that ensure
the rescues can be carried out successfully. Well done to everyone
involved and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.
103 Sqdn
Trophy Winning Crew
413 SQDN MEMORIAL UPKEEP
Submitted By: Harold Doyle (Harley)
This fall, IMP personnel working at Main Operating Base (MOB)
Greenwood were asked if they could provide personnel to assist in the
restoration and upkeep of monuments erected in memory of personnel
who have lost their lives in support of 413 Squadron Search and
Rescue operations.
On Wednesday October 10, three 413 Squadron members and Harley
Doyle of IMP, departed for Canso, NS, to perform one of these site
restorations. Once they arrived at the site, an initial assessment of its
condition was carried out. The Memorial Monument itself was in good
shape but the surrounding area was overgrown with sod and moss.
The four came up with a plan that would maximize what could be
accomplished within the time frame and funds that had been allotted.
The area was stripped of all grass and moss; landscape cloth was
placed over the complete area and a thick layer of gravel was then
spread. To further make the site stand out and to contain the
Monument sight hole showing where the Cormorant went down
grave, rocks were gathered from the shoreline, making a barrier
around the site and monument. Three new armour stones from the
beach (they were as large as the team could handle) were then placed
on the site, one stone to represent each of the fallen members.
“It was a great feeling to be part of the restoration team and receive
positive feedback from Canso residents” said Harley, after returning to
Greenwood. “To look through the monuments sight hole and see
where the accident occurred has an eerie feeling. As we say ‘Have a
good flight’ to the aircrew almost every day during our job here at
MOB Greenwood being aware it might be the last time you ever talk to
them, further instills how important all of us are in the supporting of
Search and Rescue Operations throughout Canada.”
Rest in Peace Sgt. Duane Brazil, MCpl. Kirk Noel and
Cpl. Trevor McDavid.
Gone but not Forgotten.
Restoration complete
RECORD MONTH FOR CORMORANT FLEET
CH149 STUDENT ATTAINS PERFECT MARK
Submitted By: Clair Henderson
Submitted By: Bill George
August was a very notable month for the CH149 Cormorant Search
and Rescue (SAR) fleet. We established a new all-time record high for
Monthly Flying Rate (MFR) of 620 hours. Prior to this, the next highest
MFR was about eight years ago when we had a fleet of 15 aircraft and
four operational Main Operating Bases (MOBs). In addition, a single
Cormorant out of MOB Gander flew almost 90 hours in a prolonged
northern exercise (Op Nanook) with only two IMP techs in support.
This included the first ever deployment to Alert for a SAR helicopter.
Finally, there was a new record MFR for MOB Gander of 260 hours,
which is twice the average MFR of 130 hours. This included 18 SAR
taskings for Gander.
The Cormorant Training Centre (CTC) at Main Operating Base (MOB)
Comox witnessed a milestone last month. Since the school
commenced operations nine years ago, numerous AVN and AVS
courses, Pilot courses and Flight Engineer technical courses have
been offered. No one had ever attained a 100 per cent average until
AVN Course 1201. Keith Newman of MOB Greenwood is the first
student in the history of the CTC to attain a perfect score throughout
the five week course, which included seven challenging exams.
He is to be congratulated for such a remarkable achievement.
Well done Keith.
A well done to everyone working with and in support of the CH149
Cormorant Fleet.
CH149 Cormorant SAR Helicopter
Keith Newman
IMP AEROSTRUCTURES WELLNESS FAIR
Submitted By: Linda Carter
On Thursday, November 1, IMP Aerostructures held their first
Wellness Fair. The Wellness Committee members (Shawna Doucette
[coordinator], Ann Gilfoy, Jennifer LeBlanc, Eric Richards and Pat
Brine) worked tirelessly bringing the day together.
There were 15 exhibits on hand to give samples and information about
living healthy. There were healthy snacks for the employees and
guests, even a plate of healthy brownies. Taoist Tai Chi put on a
demonstration on how Tai Chi is beneficial for balance and muscle
toning. Addictions services were there to promote their smoking
cessation campaign along with JTW Natural Health services to
provide information on alternative medicines. There was information
on everything from getting your blood pressure taken, to receiving a
free massage.
We are looking forward to upcoming events from the Wellness
Committee such as: The Biggest Loser Contest, IMP Aerostructures
Recipe Book and many more.
A huge thank you for a great job by the IMP Aerostructures Wellness
Committee. We are looking forward to Wellness Fair 2013.
Many of the businesses had a giveaway as well as a draw, which was
won by Kelly Wallis. She received a gift bag full of healthy snacks and
reading material from Weight Watchers. Many of the IMP
Aerostructures employees took part in the event and had numerous
positive remarks about the day.
Jim Perry, Craig Burke, Bill Terris, Anton Carter, Colin McDermott
and Mike Blenkhorn - Enjoying a healthy snack
Shawna Doucette presenting Kelly Wallis
with a prize from the fair
Mitch Allen getting checked out
Jean McPhee receiving information on TaeKwon-Do
Shawna Doucette, Tina Flemming, Rob Small, Jennifer LeBlanc
and Craig White, checking out the samples
Dave Pearson receiving a thorough check-up
IMP AEROSTRUCTURES DOES THEIR PART
Submitted By: Linda Carter
On August 26, a devastating fire in downtown Amherst left nearly 40 people homeless.
They escaped with just the clothes on their backs. The fire also destroyed a historic part
of the downtown core. Firefighters (some of them IMP Aerostructures employees) were
on scene for approximately 24 hours, bringing the fire under control and then remaining
on scene for a few days after to battle hot spots.
The community came out to support the first responders with donations of bottled water,
food, and ice cold treats as well as supporting the victims of the fire with donations of
furniture, clothing, food, and much more. Here at IMP Aerostructures, we knew we had
to do something to help out as well, so we held a food drive to collect non-perishable
food items, hygiene and household items. To make the drive more effective, a couple of
Aerostructures employees went around the plant collecting monetary donations.
IMP Aerostructures came together and collected a car load of donations.
Thank you everyone who so kindly donated their time, food, and monetary donations to
help our community at such a distressing time.
EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
Submitted By: Lisa Nardeccia
As part of its ongoing commitment to Employment Equity, IMP
Aerospace & Defence has established a dedicated team working to
improve opportunities available to our current and future employees,
in particular those from designated minority groups. This team helps
ensure that individuals from the designated groups (Women,
Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities)
have the opportunity to participate proportionately at all levels of the
workforce and have equal opportunity to further a career in
accordance with their abilities and qualifications.
IMP Aerospace & Defence’s employment equity data is sourced from
the information indicated on an employee’s Self-Identification
Questionnaire (SIQ) which is summarized below for all Aerospace
Divisions (as of December 31, 2011).
The purpose of the SIQ is to gather information that will allow us to
determine the level of representation in our workforce. Information
from this survey allows IMP to identify and remove barriers to
employment and help us develop important employee programs.
Remember, you have the right to review and correct information
relating to you at any time. You can be assured that the information
will not be used for unauthorized purposes. The information provided
is CONFIDENTIAL and is only used for Employment Equity statistics
and workforce analysis as government regulations require and it is
kept separate from your employee file. If you have not, or are unsure
if you have filled out an SIQ, please contact the human resources
department.
At IMP Aerospace & Defence
Ideal Equity
Gap
Women
223
289
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Aboriginal
Peoples
25
19
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Visible
Minorities
46
78
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Persons with
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REMEMBERING PAT GOODFELLOW
IN MEMORY OF ROBERT FACEY
It is with great sadness that we bid a fond farewell to Pat Goodfellow
who lost his battle against cancer on October 14, 2012.
Pat and his family relocated from the UK to Canada in 1988. He came
to work at IMP as an Aircraft Mechanic. He had a number of other
positions here at IMP including Mechanical Foreman, Training Officer
and Production Supervisor. Pat then helped develop the Cormorant
Program and was the first Site Manager at MOB Gander. From there
he came to CSC as the Deputy Program Manager. His last years at IMP
were spent managing the modification projects for the Cormorant fleet.
Pat also had a lifelong love of trains and prior to his life in Canada
would spend many happy hours at the East Somerset Railway. In
Canada, Pat turned his focus to model railways. His love of trains
encouraged him to take a trip across Canada by rail earlier this year.
A trip he thoroughly enjoyed.
Pat’s attitude towards his illness was inspirational. He faced it head
on with amazing inner strength, and on his regular visits back to CSC
he was always positive and upbeat.
Pat was a dedicated and professional individual and a friend to many.
He will be greatly missed by family, friends and colleagues.
It is with great sadness that
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Robert Facey who passed away unexpectedly on October 13, 2012.
Originally from Twillingate, Nfld, Rob had been employed as an
Airframe Mechanic with IMP for nearly eight years in total. Rob had
worked on various programs including the Egyptian Sea King, AIMP,
NOAA, Cormorant, Components, and Aero Union. During his time
here, Rob had been involved in the IMP Hockey Tournaments and
IMP Golf tournaments and made many close friends here at work.
Rob’s toolbox along with his tools will be donated by his family to the
College of the North Atlantic, where he received his diploma in Aircraft
Maintenance, and where future students will be able to use his tools.
Quoted from E. Brenneman by Rob’s family; “Think of him as living in
the hearts of those he touched… for nothing loved is ever lost and he
was loved so very much”. Rob will be remembered by his work family
for his contributions to our success and will be deeply missed by his
friends and co-workers alike.
HOLIDAY SPENDING TIPS
Submitted by: Ashley Lush on behalf of Wayne Coristine from Money Mentors – in partnership with Homewood Human Solutions,
otherwise known as Resilience, our Employee Assistance Program.
It’s no secret that this time of year is one of the most stressful for
consumers. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be. There are a
lot of quick and easy ways to keep your holidays costs down without
sacrificing the experience of the season.
Comparison-shopping is your friend. Do your research online and
in flyers before you commit to buying.
Holiday spending should always start with a spending plan and a few
important questions:
Give the gift of time: Plan to spend time together or do something
for people that already have everything.
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Host a potluck with friends and family. It splits the costs, adds
variety and you get all the best parts of entertaining.
How much have you allotted to spend?
Who are you buying for? Do you need to travel?
Are you entertaining family and friends?
What extra groceries will you need for holiday baking or a turkey
dinner?
– Are you buying a tree this year?
– What about new decorations and lights?
Think of your spending plan like your grocery list – if you stick to the
list, you’re more likely to avoid the statement shock when the bills
come in January.
“It’s very easy to be pulled into the festivities and spend more than
you can afford every year leading up to the big day in December,”
says Tracy Watson, spokesperson for Money Mentors. “It’s important
to remember that needs and wants apply to gift giving. For example,
just because the most requested gift by kids between 6 and 12 is an
iPad, it’s highly unlikely they need one…or that parents need to buy
them one.”
Holiday Tips from the counsellors at Money Mentors:
Buying for somebody special? You don’t have to break the bank to
be thoughtful.
Start planning your 2013 Christmas expenses now. If you need
new decorations or lights, the best time to get them is in January,
not October, November or December.
Track your spending this year and make that your budget for next
year. Then divide it by 12 and put that amount away each month.
Having the money put aside will decrease stress this time next
year…and save you money on credit card interest if you carry a
balance after Christmas.
When you’re buying gifts, remember: you don’t have to be
everyone’s Santa.
FISH TALES
IT’S MOVEMBER AT IMP ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Submitted By: Linda Carter
Submitted By: Lisa Surette
In May the call went out to all IMP Aerostructures employees, inviting
them to participate in the 2012 Striped Bass Fishing Competition. The
competition ran from May 1 to September 30.
The requirements to be met were:
A digital picture of the fish.
A picture of the individual holding the fish (ick).
A tape measure indicating size from tip of tail to tip of nose
(no stretching allowed).
A daily newspaper indicating the date of the catch.
Must meet provincial size restrictions.
There were prizes given out to the winners having the largest catches.
First prize was “Bragging Rights for One Full Year” and a trophy.
We received some pictures along with a few fish tales about the big
catches. There was some speculation on a few of them, such as;
“that was frozen first to make it look bigger”, “you cut its head to
make it look longer”, or “which supermarket was it purchased from”.
The winners were announced during the IMP Aerostructures All
Employee Briefing on October 29, and they were:
4th Place: Sandy Cox – Fish particulars: 29 inches.
3rd Place: Harold Carmody – Fish particulars: 30 inches.
2nd Place: Jack Bourgeois – Fish particulars: 33 inches.
1st Place: Dave Pearson – Fish particulars: 39.5 inches – 24.5 lbs.
Watch out Dave, as I am sure next year’s competition will be bigger
and better with more anglers giving you a run for your money.
What is Movember you might ask? Every November, men (Mo Bros)
across the world register at Movember.com and take a pledge with a
clean shaven face that they, for the whole month of November, will
grow their best, most creative moustache to raise money and
awareness for men’s health, with the main concentration based
around prostate cancer – with the love and support of their female
counterparts (Mo Sistas) of course.
This year, IMP Electronic Systems Mo Bros decided to take the pledge
and see what kind of fine moustachery they could create and in turn,
be judged by their fellow Mo Sistas. With a strong team of 23 Mo Bros,
they created the “IMP Stache Force” and took the web, streets and
offices by storm, raising a grand total of $1,487.66 and a ton of
awareness for the cause.
The Mo Sistas held a contest and collected prizes to award. The
categories and winners are:
L-R – Dave Pearson, Harold Carmody, Jack Bourgeois and Sandy Cox
Best Moustache:
Trevor Grandy
Moustache Challenged:
Andre Comeau
Most Money Raised:
Dan Oxner ($685)
IMP Stache Force would like to take this time to thank everyone
involved for all their hard work, dedication and contributions for making
our first Movember at IMP Electronic Systems a very successful event.
Dave Pearson holding his winning fish
MOOSIE LORETTE MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
Submitted By: Linda Carter
The Moosie Lorette Memorial Golf Tournament was held on August 25 at Bacon’s
Par 3 Golf Course in Nappan, N.S. Terry (Moosie) Lorette was a former 25+ year
employee of IMP Aerostructures. Terry passed away in 2003 from cancer.
The tournament started off as a slow pitch tournament in 2004 then went to a golf
tournament in 2006. The annual tournament raises funds for the Cumberland
Palliative Care Unit. In memory of Terry, three teams were entered to represent IMP
Aerostructures. The Moosie (Terry) Lorette Memorial Golf Tournament has raised
over $10,000 so far for Cumberland Palliative Care, with all the money raised staying
in our community.
Jim Skinner, Roy Gilroy, Dave Beaton and Alan Mattinson
Peter Smith, Vince Arbing, Rob Small and Dean McInnis
17TH ANNUAL HIGHLAND CLASSIC
CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Submitted By: Linda Carter
On August 17, the Amherst Golf Club hosted the 17th Annual Highland
Classic Charity Golf Tournament. There were 32 teams from across
the Maritimes to help raise funds for the Cumberland Health Care
Foundation. There were many events held throughout the day to keep
the golfers entertained: 50/50 draws, hole in one, and putting contests.
Our own Jamie (Hot Pants) Brown won the prize for Most Accurate
Drive. The IMP Aerostructures team was the overall champion of the
tournament with a score of 53. Congratulations guys.
Jordon Lorette(son), Mike Clark, Colin Glennie, Braydon Nichol and Darren McIver
NO FOOLS NO FUN AT AEROSTRUCTURES
Submitted By: Tanya Carroll
On the morning of October 31 around 8:00 a.m., we found Bob the
Builder roaming the hallways of IMP Aerostructures, in search for
something good to eat. He received many treats and just a few
tricks as well as some paperclips, rubber bands and a used pencil to
add to his shopping bag of delights.
The annual tournament raised approximately $30,000 this year, with a
17-year total of $400,000, as well as another $3,200 raised for the
foundations Cancer Assistance Fund.
L-R - Jamie Brown (Hot Pants), Bruce Hebert, Steven Bird (Bird Man) and Jamie Crocket
Bob the Builder aka Jim Martin-PT Leader
HALLOWEEN AT ASE
TECH PUBS COSTUME CONTEST
Submitted By: Patrick McKenna
Submitted By: Laurie Murray
This year, the Aeronautical Support Engineering (ASE) personnel were
invited to dress up for Halloween. In keeping with the spirit of the day,
they showed their fun and creative sides with some excellent
costumes. There was a great variety of costumes, from scary pirates
and rowdy cowboys, to fighter pilots and pumpkins. Everyone enjoyed
seeing Ernie and Bert make an appearance and ASE even discovered
it had its own resident “sugar daddy”. Thanks to all who participated
this year. We are looking forward to seeing more great costumes next
year.
The second annual Technical Publications Halloween Costume
Contest was another great success this year. All participants donated
a food item or cash for the Metro Food Bank and as usual, were given
the opportunity to go trick-or-treating desk to desk where other
employees had brought in delicious treats for their costumed
co-workers. This year’s winner was Robin Jack-Jensen who won a
$50 cash prize provided by the Tech Pubs Social Committee. Robin
graciously donated half of her prize back to the cause. Thanks to
everyone for participating.
L-R: Tatyana Munn, Rob Bernard, Graeme Suddard, Mary Bottomley,
Jennifer McDonald, Glenn McDonald, Lisa Wu, Nick Seminatore
L-R Robin Jack-Jensen (Steam Punk Pirate), Stephane Senay (Peter Phane),
Michael Copp (Fighter Pilot), Bernice Arbour (Spider Queen) and Mark McLean (Crazy Hatter)
NOELLA’S HALLOWEEN
Submitted By: Ashley Lush
Photos from Noella’s Halloween mail run.
MEET THE SENIOR AEROSPACE & DEFENCE
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Congratulations
GEOFF CLARK
DIRECTOR, CP140 (AURORA)
OPTIMIZED WEAPON SYSTEM SUPPORT (OWSS)
Geoff is responsible for overseeing the support provided to the Aurora
aircraft by IMP Aerospace & Defence. Together with his team of
managers and Asset Management Specialists, Geoff’s job is to ensure
that IMP’s efforts across all our departments meet the budgetary and
technical requirements established by our DND customer through the
Weapon System Manager in Ottawa. In addition to the work we do on
the CP140 aircraft itself, IMP provides Program Management Support,
Integrated Logistics Support, Technical Publications Support, Materiel
Support, Maintenance Support including component R&O and
Engineering Support in accordance with our Annual Operating Plan.
25 years of service
Presenter (on the right): Don Hall: Manager, Warehouse Operations
Recipient (on the left): Gary Brown: Stores Controller II
Congratulations
25 years of service
Presenter (on the right): Paul Pugh: Chief of Fixed Wing Production
Recipient (on the left): Ray Montgomery: Airframe Mechanic
TERRY McLEOD RETIRES
Submitted By: Cheryle Engram
Geoff Clark
MICHAEL (MIKE) MICHAUD
DIRECTOR ROTARY WING PRODUCT SUPPORT
Mike provides program management for the CH124 Sea King and
CH149 Cormorant Rotary Wing programs and the CT114 Tutor
second-line maintenance program in Trenton. As well, he acts as the
principal point of contact for IMP Aerospace’s Rotary Wing and CT114
Repair and Overhaul customers ensuring high quality customer
service.
Terry McLeod joined
ed IMP Aerospace way
way, way back in 1977 (the
height of the disco era). At that time, IMP Aerospace was a fraction of
its current size and Terry, seeing the unlocked potential, seized the
opportunity to help the company grow. During his 35 year tenure, Terry
has had the privilege of working to support all company aircraft
production programs, ensuring parts got to the production floor and
tools were issued (and returned) when required.
Michael Michaud
Through the years, Terry has earned the nickname Jed (from an old
TV show the Beverly Hillbillies) for his uncanny hunting ability and for
the small hobby farm he operates. He has also earned the respect
and admiration of many of his peers and superiors for his work ethic
and easy-going personality. In his retirement, Terry will remain a
country boy and focus on running his farm and on developing his
wildlife and pest control business, while getting the opportunity to
spend more quality time with his lovely wife and family.
Terry McLeod retired from IMP Aerospace on August 31 after 35 years
of service. We wish him and his family all the best.
WALK FOR AUTISM
TRADITIONAL SHORTBREAD COOKIES
Submitted By: Tanya Carroll
On June 16, I participated in The Walk for Autism. I would like to thank
everyone who supported me and my team. This is a cause that is very
dear to my heart as I have members in my family who are affected by
autism and they are some of the most unique loving wonderful children I
have ever known. Your donations helped me to surpass my original goal
of $300. I was able to raise $935 for my team the e-Lemmon-ators. All
together my teammates and I were able to raise a grand total $8368 for
the walk.
The Walk for Autism provides funding for support programs for children,
teens and adults with autism. It helps with such things as early
intervention, summer camp, art programs, and other programs that make
a real and meaningful difference in your community.
A huge thanks to all who supported me. I hope that in June 2013 I can
count on your wonderful support again.
Sincerely
Tanya Carroll
Submitted By: Moniqa Cornish
Ingredients
½ cup Cornstarch
½ cup Icing Sugar
1 cup All Purpose Flour
¾ cup Butter
Sprinkles or Your Choice of Bits: Toffee, Skor, etc.
Directions
Preheat oven to 300 ºF
Soften the butter
Sift together dry ingredients
Option; add bits
Blend all ingredients together until a soft dough forms
(If needed refrigerate dough for ½ hour)
Roll out and cut into shapes or form 1” inch balls
Place shapes on cookie sheet or for balls flatten with a fork
Bake at 300 ºF for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly brown on the edges
Option; decorate with sprinkles
Enjoy.
IMPrint CONTEST WINNERS
We received a record number of entries from the September
issue, and our lucky winners of the Tim Horton’s Gift Cards this
time around are Dave MacConnell, Mark Fury and Carrie Baines.
Congratulations to our winners. First prize for the December
contest is going to be something pretty special, so you might
want to check it out.
IMPrint Contest
Have You Been Reading?
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SURVEY UPDATE
Submitted By: John Landry
Results of the 2012 Employee Engagement Survey have been distributed
to all departments for employees to review. The survey provides results on
the seven key areas: Performance Management, Management, Leadership,
Information Sharing, Health and Safety, Work Environment and
Engagement.
While participation rates were lower in 2012, results were very similar to
2011 with slight increases in favourable ratings in many areas, most
noticeably Health and Safety.
We would like to thank all employees who participated and remind everyone
of the importance of expressing their opinions through participation in next
year’s survey. It does make a difference and is the source of many changes
that happen at both an IMP Group level and at the division level.
Changes occurring in 2012 at the Group level included the revision of many
governing policies including a revised Retirement Policy. Additional Group
initiatives were the use of a third-party review of benefit plan providers to
provide attractive rates for benefit re-enrolment as well as the introduction
of an IMP employee preferred supplier of home and auto insurance (The
Personal).
On the divisional level there has been an upgrading of facilities (lockers,
parking, etc.), a substantial training investment for supervisors and managers
and a focus on improved communication through initiatives such as IMPrint
and MyIMP. Another example of the company listening to employee survey
feedback was the release of news of the Cascade Aerospace acquisition to
employees prior to the release of information to the media.
We are listening and improvements will continue with your help. Your
participation does make a difference.
To get your name entered into the December draw, simply cut (or
tear) out and fill out the ballot below and mail it to Ashley Lush at
mailbox 504 before February 20 – to be fair to everyone, we ask
for only one ballot per person. For our Aerostructures entries,
please deposit your entry in the ballot box in the cafeteria. For
the December contest, first prize will be a $140 gift certificate to
Seasons Bistro at the Atlantica Hotel, Halifax. (If the winner is not
at Aerospace, the gift certificate will be for the same value, at the
restaurant of their choice.)
Name : __________________ Clock # : ________
1) How long was the Cormorant Training Centre course in
which Keith Newman received perfect scores?
a) 2 months
b) 6 weeks
c) 5 weeks
d) 5 months
2) How many teams, from across the Maritimes, played in the
17th Annual Highland Classic Charity Golf Tournament?
a) 14
b) 32
c) 19
d) 23
3) How long did it take to remove the bulk of the paint from
the Snowbird aircraft when it arrived for painting in August?
a) 8 hours
b) 2 weeks
c) 2 days
d) 2 months
4) Who was this year’s winner of the Tech Pubs Halloween
Costume Contest?
a) Robin Jack-Jensen
b) Stephane Senay
c) Michael Copp
d) Bernice Arbour
5) How many exhibits were included in the Aerostructures
Wellness Fair?
a) 17
b) 23
c) 25
d) 15
COUNTERFEIT PARTS AND ME
LONG TERM SERVICE AWARDS
IMP Group has made enhancements to the Long Service and
Retirement Recognition program which is offered in conjunction with
Henry Birks and Sons. Service milestones are recognized at five-year
intervals up to 40 years of service and retirement.
5 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
Lorraine Angly, Ibtasam Arshad, Denis Boucher, Joel Cann,
Glen Devoe, Lynn Fitzgerald, Brenda Guthrie, Heather Hartlen,
Mary Hicks, Ming Jin, Shawna Kochie, Rickardo Mifsud,
Colin Newton, Stanley Charles Mills, Melanie Misner, Andrew Philpott,
Kim Powell, Alan Robinson, Tara Slaney, Keith Toon,
David Wardrope, Gordon Wells, John Whittle and Boyd Williamson.
10 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
Jaret Blake, Randy Boutilier, Mary Daigle, Calvin Hodder,
Kenneth Hubich, William Lake, Philip Lehman, Jeremy Llewellyn,
William Steele, Alan Truby and Terry West.
Submitted By: Pierre (Bo) Boudreault
As part of an upcoming documentary on counterfeit parts in the
aerospace industry, CBC recently visited IMP to shoot some
backdrops. The threat of counterfeit parts has plagued countries for
many years and despite efforts to thwart this infection with quality
measures, firewalls and risk mitigation procedures, aerospace firms
are still encountering counterfeit parts. It is a serious issue with the
occurrence of counterfeit parts increasing 700 fold in the last decade.
You are encouraged to learn more about how this issue can impact
us here at Aerospace by talking to your local QA representative or
watching the "Counterfeit Culture” slated to air January 10, 2013 on
CBC TV's series DocZone at 9 p.m.
Counterfeit parts affect us all.
MAKE YOUR OWN IMPrint!
15 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
Leigh Baker, Jamie Crocket, Philip Leger, Herbert Malle,
Austin Manuel, Bruce McCulloch, Michel Samson, Donna Tufts and
John Wortman.
20 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
David Ryall, Donna Sutherland and Bruce Sutherland
25 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
Garth Foggoa, Terri MacPherson, Raymond Montgomery,
Adrian Pople, Paul Pugh, Sean Sutherland and Colin Wills
30 YEARS (UNTIL END OF DECEMBER)
Thomas Galley and Gilbert Yantha
Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.
CONGRATULATIONS
IMPrint is Aerospace & Defence’s own newsletter and it is intended for
articles related to current and future events both of a work and social
nature. Please note that the size of the newsletter and number of
submitted articles may prevent yours from being included in the next
release; it may have to be considered for a following issue. If your
article does not make it through the review process, we will contact
you to let you know. Please try to keep your article to no more than
five paragraphs and fewer than 500 words. A picture tells a thousand
words, please provide photographs (if applicable) – the higher the
quality photo the better. Below is the list of the content editors to
whom you should give articles or suggestions. We look forward to
receiving your IMPrint!
At IMP Aerospace & Defence, we would like to recognize those big
moments in our employee’s lives. This space is available to those
employees who have recently celebrated milestone anniversaries, a
new addition to the family or recent nuptials. To add an announcement,
please contact Ashley Lush in the Human Resources Department.
NAME
BIRTHS
Brad Cornick ...........Int’l Programs [email protected] ................ 2110
September 7, 2012 – Richard Brooks, baby girl, Lily Blake Brooks.
September 7, 2012 – Stephen Parsons, baby boy,
Darwin Victor Raymond.
September 22, 2012 – Michael Snow, baby girl, Evelyn Snow.
September 27, 2012 – Rob Scott, baby girl, Audrey May.
November 15, 2012 – Al Robinson, baby girl, Sadie Robinson.
WEDDINGS
DEPARTMENT
E-MAIL
PHONE
Pierre Boudreau......Quality [email protected] ........... 3940
Moniqua Cornish.....Materiel Handling [email protected] .......... 1771
Linda Carter ............Amherst [email protected] .......................... 204
Cheryle Engram ......CSH [email protected] ........... 3776
Alex Fettes ..............Product Support [email protected] ................... 1261
James Friars ...........Member at large [email protected] ................ 3723
Larry Gayton ...........Publications [email protected]................. 3864
Clair Henderson ......CSH [email protected] ........... 3769
Sarah MacDonnell married to Jeff Huntley, in Enfield, NS,
October 13, 2012.
Jeff Holdsworth married to Christine Whitehouse, in Mineville, NS,
August 25, 2012.
Robert Pottle married to Selina Anthony, in Dartmouth, NS,
September 15, 2012.
Carl Kumpic ............Int’l Marketing [email protected].................. 1508
RETIREMENTS
Pat McKenna ..........ASE ...........................Pat [email protected]................ 1891
Terry McLeod, Stores Controller I, retired August 31, 2012.
Devon Moore ..........Sp Engineering [email protected]................ 1138
Are you planning on retiring in the next few months? If you are
and you’d like to stay connected and informed of upcoming
editions of IMPrint, or if you know someone who has retired and
would be interested, please send your e-mail address to
[email protected].
Ashley Lush ............Human [email protected] .................. 1429
David MacKinnon....RW/FW [email protected] ......... 1272
John Martell ............Hammonds Plains [email protected]
Anne-Marie .............Contracts [email protected].... 1307
McDevitt
Colin Newton ..........Airworthiness [email protected]................ 1421
Russ Spackman......Quality [email protected] ........... 3719
Dale Worden ...........Production/ [email protected] ................ 1166
Prod Support
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The deadline for articles to be submitted
for the March issue is
February 22, 2013.
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