Canadian Heroes

Remembering Trooper Brian Richard Good who sacrificed his life twelve years ago today while proudly serving our country in Afghanistan. On January 7th, 2009, Trooper Brian Good, aged 43, a member of the Royal Canadian Dragoons of CFB Petawawa, while serving with the 3rd Battalion of the Royal Canadian Regiment battle group, was killed when his armoured vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device. The incident occurred in the Shah Wali Kowt district, about 35 kilometr...es north of Kandahar City. Trooper Good, of Ottawa, was born in Zweibrücken, in what was then West Germany, where his father was posted with the Royal Canadian Air Force. In October of 2005, at the age of 40, Brian enlisted in the forces, and was on his first overseas deployment. He is survived by his wife Sandra and their daughters, Jessica and Kayla, along with his mother, Jeanne Pusztai, brothers David, Daniel, Stephen and Mark, and extended family. His father, Arthur Barry Good, predeceased him. Brian would of turned 44 just 9 days later, on January 16th. His brother, Steve Good, said Brian would go to any lengths to help friends and family at home along with his comrades in Afghanistan. Several of Brian's fellow comrades and military peers whom were interviewed following Brian's death all conveyed these same sentiments, "Brian Good was an easygoing individual who would do anything for anyone." The two brothers grew up 'thick as thieves' in the Britannia area of Ottawa. In an interview 6 years after Brian's death, Steve stated "he took a part of me with him, I still feel it today." CFB Petawawa, Col. Dean Milner, then commander of 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group, stated "Good was a hero to his fellow soldiers as well to this brigade and the rest of the Canadian Forces." Despite the fact that Milner had commanded thousands of soldiers and trained about 2,500 at a time, he said Good left an impression on him during training exercises. "I remember him as one of those soldiers who stood out. Very bright. A soldier that has lots of experience because of the fact that he joined the forces later in life. He stood out as one of those guys who liked to talk to you. Again, from the troops, a real team player." He also stated Trooper Good was a great "dad" to the many soldiers in their early 20's serving in Afghanistan. "He played that experienced, mature, father figure with the troops." Brian's unit often referring to him, lovingly, as 'the old man.' A beloved husband, father, brother, friend and comrade. May we never forget. Audax et Celer

Today we remember Warrant Officer Hani Massouh and Corporal Eric Labbé who were killed twelve years ago today while proudly serving in Afghanistan. W.O. Hani Massouh, 41, and Cpl. Eric Labbé, 31, with the 2nd Battalion, Royal 22nd Regiment, from CFB Valcartier, Quebec, were killed in a vehicle rollover during a mission in the volatile Zhari district of southern Afghanistan. Both soldiers were in the turret of their LAV III and while moving across rough and difficult terrain t...heir vehicle rolled over on a muddy dirt path, killing them instantly. The incident occurred about 6:30 p.m. local time in the Nalgham region, about 40 kilometres southwest of Kandahar City. W.O. Massouh was born in Alexandria, Egypt, and grew up in Montréal, QC. Massouh had over 17 years service with the Canadian Forces and had previously been deployed to Haiti, Croatia, Somalia and Bosnia. He was just weeks away from his retirement. Hani is remembered for his work ethic, keen leadership and jovial, generous character. He is survived by his wife Nathalie, daughter Laïla, mother Pauline Nader, five brothers and sisters, and extended family. He was predeceased by his father Gawdat Massouh. Cpl. Labbé, originally from Rimouski, QC, was in his 6th year of service with the Canadian Armed Forces, and was on his second mission overseas having previously deployed to Bosnia in 2002. He is remembered for his courage, commitment and perseverance. Eric is survived by his parents Normand Labbé and Gertrude Hupé, his sister Judith, grandfather Jean-Charles Hupé, and extended family. 'They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.'

Calgary Police Sgt Andrew Harnett, a 12 year veteran and ex-Military Calgary Police Service. Killed in the line of duty New Years Eve We shall remember him. Lest We Forget

THE COURAGE WOLF - The will to survive! - Episode 24 Our guest on today's episode of The Courage Wolf podcast is retired United States Air Force Captain George Burk. This is George's second episode on The Courage Wolf. George was one of 14 passengers in a military plane that crashed in the hills of Sonoma, California on the 4th of May 1970. George suffered numerous injuries, including being burned over 65% of his body. George describes the crash and then we go into the "Why"... of his survival. "Why" he survived and others in the burn unit did not. What mental attitude allowed him to survive when others haven't, and how to build the "Will to survive." A powerful episode that you do not want to miss! https://traffic.libsyn.com//theco/GEORGE_BURK_2_FINALa.mp3

Fifteen years ago today Private Braun Scott Woodfield was killed while proudly serving our country in Afghanistan. Pte. Woodfield, 24, born in Victoria and raised in Eastern Passage, N.S., a member of Golf Company, 2nd Battalion of the Royal Canadian Regiment, died on November 24th, 2005 as a result of injuries sustained in a traffic accident while in his LAV-3 about 45 kilometers northeast of Kandahar. Braun would become Canada's 8th fatality since 2002. "Braun Woodfield co...uld have been anything he wanted to be. He had no end to his options, he volunteered to wear the Canadian flag on his shoulder because he wanted to help people. Braun certainly did help people." A loving son, grandson, brother, friend and comrade who will be forever missed. May we never forget his sacrifice

EPISODE 16 OF THE COURAGE WOLF PODCAST Here is a sneak preview of this coming Monday's podcast with Morgan Phillips. Morgan has been a paramedic for 18 years and is an actor and director and the creator of the award winning one person play The Emergency Monologues. I think we have a great episode here! Please go to Apple iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or Google podcasts to subscribe, like and share The Courage Wolf podcast with your family and friends. And write a review about th...e show as well. It will help others to find us! Thanks for listening!! Terry Please share! https://hwcdn.libsyn.com///EMERGENCY_MONOLOGUES_FINAL.mp3

Well, we are off!!!! The first invites where just sent out to the volunteers for Op Lost Medals, and I noticed there was only 10 people that answered after volunteering out of 20..... so check your face book inbox if you volunteered and are still interested. Those that did answer and email us, check your inbox :) BTW we just got another medal donated tonight :) 15 now!

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A toast to absent friends brothers and sisters

All are welcome to line bridges and pay respects along the route as the body of Provincial Constable Marc Hovingh is returned from Toronto (where a post mortem was conducted) to Little Current, Ontario, departing MacKinnon And Bowes 12pm Monday November 23, 2020. Please ensure COVID-19 safety precautions for your area are respected. Funeral details will be announced shortly. This official info received via Ontario Provincial Police and Ontario Provincial Police Association #HeroesInLife

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Lest We Forget Our Past Present and Future.

THE PARAMEDIC MEMORIAL BELL The Paramedic Memorial Bell is a tradition that honours paramedics who have passed away on the job as well as those who have died by suicide. The Memorial Bell is currently on its journey across Ontario visiting each and every paramedic organization in the Province. Join me on this episode of The Courage Wolf podcast as I speak with two veteran paramedics, Norm Robillard of Ottawa Paramedic Service and Ian Sudlow of Halton Paramedic Service about t...he evolution and Journey of The Bell. https://traffic.libsyn.com//thecou/MEMORIAL_BELL_FINAL.mp3

We just got word that more medals are on there way to us! 3 more soldiers families for the group to find! Stay tuned everyone :) https://www.canadianheroes.com/operation-lost-medals/

R.E.D. Friday.. Remember Everyone Deployed.. past and present.. walking the walk.. Lest we forget

On behalf of the board of directors and all Canadians!, we would like to thank our chair Brent Schriner as he celebrates 38 years of service to Country.