The International Day of Forests, marked on Mar. 21, is an excellent reminder to British Columbians of how lucky we are to be surrounded by unique rainforests, a treasure to the province and Canada. It’s also a great reminder of our need to protect them.
42 students selected for the day-long Sailor for a Day program, directed under Maritime Forces Pacific (MARPAC). The visit showcases trades and career opportunities in the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) while giving students related hands-on experiences.
The award is commonly bestowed to junior-rank members who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. An internal Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) memo stated that S1 St-Pierre’s diligence, hard work, and attention to detail had caught the attention of his supervisors, who named him for the award.