Amateur Radio operations were resumed in Nepal after the second earthquake struck. These operations have now been shut down as the infrastructure has been returned to near normal operations. To read the latest update go to
http://www.arrl.org/news/view/nepal-amateur-radio-earthquake-relief-response-again-suspended
Emergency Management British Columbia has issued a small booklet that helps your household make a plan in the event of a crisis or serious event. To see this booklet go to
The US Navy Marine Corps MARS program will end SEPT 30 2015. There will be further updates as the date approaches, but for the initial announcement go to
http://www.arrl.org/news/us-navy-marine-corps-mars-program-to-end
Radio Amateurs of Canada holds Planning Meetings semi-annually to review the state of amateur radio and set direction for RAC for the coming years. These meetings are important events in the life of RAC because they provided a rare opportunity for the members of the RAC Board of Directors and RAC Executive to work together in person. Members of the Board of Directors and Executive live across Canada and regularly meet regularly electronically through by conference calls throughout the year.
In conjunction with the Planning Meeting,the Mississauga Amateur Radio Club and Peel Amateur Radio Club are co-hosting a Public Meeting to give RAC members and interested radio amateurs an opportunity to meet members of the RAC executive and Board and consider RAC’s activities and future directions.
This open meeting will take place Saturday evening May 23 in the Quality Suites Toronto Airport Hotel from 7pm to 9pm. As well as brief presentations by members of the RAC board Directors and executive officers, the meeting will highlight the contributions of radio amateurs the many volunteers across the country who design and deliver the many RAC programs and activities that RAC offers including, but not limited to: the Affiliated Clubs insurance program; The Canadian Amateur Magazine; RAC contests, Awards and recognition programs; the RAC Scholarship Program;, incoming and outgoing QSL Bureaux; representing Canadian radio amateurs to the Canadian government, at international meetings of amateur radio organizations and international negotiations deciding on amateur radio frequency allocations.
Those who cannot attend in person can participate in a webcast of the meeting by registering with the RAC Office at rachq@rac.ca
The next RAC public meeting will be the Annual General Meeting in July. Plan to attend the Saskatchewan Hamfest in Martensville from July 3 to 5, 2015 at the Northridge Community Centre – 901 3rd Street North.
Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA
Director, North and East Ontario
Continue reading RAC BULLETIN. PLANNING MEETING & PUBLIC MEETING
The site below will take you to the story of two rescues at sea aided by ham radio. The first event was previously reported on this site, the second is new information. Great work, and congratulations to all involved.
http://www.arrl.org/news/amateur-radio-nets-crucial-link-in-maritime-rescues
The Kamloops Amateur Radio Club advises that they have returned the VE7RLO repeater to the air.
Amateur Radio operators continue their work in Nepal. For an update go to
Emergency Management British Columbia has issued a new hand out for your neighbourhood. This guide has information on how to get your neighbourhood organized should your area suffer a major event. ARES folks, this may be a good way to introduce yourself to the neighbourhoods your unit serves. To see this booklet go to
This is the second closure in recent weeks of a Marine Communication and Traffic Service Centre . Please note the change in MMSI number for the Coast Guard.
West Coast Ham nets will continue on the same schedule as last year.
For information on the first closure see a post on this site dated April 22,2015
Activated:1617 05 May 2015Cancel Notship(s) P-0504(2015)
MARINERS ARE ADVISED THAT EFFECTIVE 1000 PDT MAY 06 2015 ALL MARINE COMMUNICATIONS AND TRAFFIC SERVICES PROVIDED FROM VANCOUVER WILL CONSOLIDATE TO VICTORIA MCTS. THE MMSI FOR VANCOUVER COAST GUARD RADIO WILL BE DISCONTINUED. VESSELS USING VHF DSC SHOULD NOW USE THE VICTORIA MMSI NUMBER 003160011. ANY VESSEL OPERATING IN THE VANCOUVER TRAFFIC ZONE WILL REPORT TO VICTORIA TRAFFIC ON VHF CH12, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES ZONE REGULATIONS.
Emergency Management British Columbia has issued a kit card. This card provides basic information you will need in the event of a serious incident. It also lists what you need in an emergency kit. ARES folks, another good item at your public information displays. To see the card go to
https://wm-s.glb.shawcable.net/service/home/~/2015_KitCard_WEB.pdf?auth=co&loc=en&id=320120&part=2