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Vancouver Island Annual General Meeting and Branch Social
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We invite you to join us!

The CIMARE Vancouver Island Branch invites you to join us for our Annual General Meeting and Branch Social.

Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026

Location: Upper Wardroom, CFB Esquimalt.

Time: Doors open at 1900 hours, with the AGM beginning promptly at 2000 hours.

The evening will include:

  • A summary of the past year’s branch activities and events
  • A Mari-Tech conference update and summary
  • Election of the new Branch Executive Committee
  • An opportunity to connect with members of the local marine community
  • All CIMARE members attending will receive one complimentary drink token.

We also encourage members to invite colleagues, coworkers, students, or anyone with an interest in the marine industry who may be interested in learning more about CIMARE, and becoming involved with the Vancouver Island Branch.

The more the merrier — marine engineers are historically known for gathering wherever coffee, machinery,—– or free drink tickets—- are available.

Please register for the event using by clicking on this Google Form.
We hope to see you there for a great evening of networking, branch updates, and community engagement.

Best regards,

Cody McMillan,

Chair

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Branch Meeting- Vancouver Island Branch
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BACK TO NORMAL!

Branch Event – Vancouver Island Branch

DATE: WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2025

TIME: 1900 PT

Location: NADEN LOWER WARDROOM

We are privileged to have Captain David (Duke) Snider with us, who will be giving a presentation on

“EVERYTHING ICEBREAKER & ARCTIC”

with a focus on

THE RV “MIRAI” 2024 ARCTIC RESEARCH VOYAGE

Captain Snider is an ice pilot and ice navigator  with extensive voyage experience  over the years in the Canadian Arctic, Antarctic, Baltic, and East Coast N. American waters, and has contributed to several regulatory and class societies’ work.

Given the rising interest in Arctic Sovereignty, and Canadian capabilities this should be a very interesting presentation.

The meeting will convene at 1900 on Wednesday, 15 October @ 1900, in the lower lounge of the Naden Officer’s Wardroom (near the dockyard entrance, at 1586 Esquimalt Rd).

Members often arrive early to share conversations with colleagues.

Spouses and guests are always welcome at our Branch meetings!

Meetings have a question and answer period at the end.

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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island
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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island

April 2025

DATE: WEDNESDAY EVENING, 16 April 2025

TIME: 1900

LOCATION: IN THE LOWER WARDROOM AT NADEN, ON THE ESQUIMALT NAVY BASE

It will be a combined “INFORMATION MEETING” and our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING.

The “Information meeting” will bring members up-to-date on recent National Council and Branch Developments.

The “AGM” will be focused on our Branch activities and executive committee composition.

See the details of our nomination process below

After the business meetings are completed, we’ll be treated to two National Film Board  films arranged by Brian Merz “SAFE ESCORT”    from the CCG archives and “QUIET FORCES”, from the RCN archives.

Also, A free drink ticket will be issued for each attendee.

The meeting will convene at 1900 on Wednesday, 16 April @ 1900, in the lower lounge of the Naden Officer’s Wardroom (near the dockyard entrance, at 1586 Esquimalt Rd)

Members often arrive early to share conversations with colleagues.

Spouses and guests are always welcome at our Branch meetings!

Meetings have a question and answer period at the end.

Bill Wallace,

Communications Coordinator, for the executive committee

eastwindmarine@gmail.com

250-661-7369

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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island
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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island

March 2025

DATE: WEDNESDAY EVENING, 19 March 2025

TIME: 1900

LOCATION: IN THE LOWER WARDROOM, HMC DOCKYARD

We will have a presentation by Jamie Webb, Director of the Maritime Museum of BC.  “The Maritime Museum of BC is dedicated to sharing our maritime heritage and celebrating our oceans!” No mean task! Jamie will have elements of BC’s rich maritime history as anecdotes woven throughout his presentation.

Jamie started his marine career with a four-year apprenticeship program in Rigging and Sail making. He worked for the Royal Canadian Navy for 20 years, becoming their Senior Protocol Officer. He has been a Naval Reserve Officer and an instructor with the Sea Cadet Program since 1983.

The meeting will convene at 1900 on Wednesday, 19 March @ 1900, in the lower lounge of the Naden Officer’s Wardroom (near the dockyard entrance, at 1586 Esquimalt Rd)

Members often arrive early to share conversations with colleagues. Spouses and guests are always welcome at our Branch meetings! Meetings have a question and answer period at the end.

Bill Wallace,

Communications Coordinator, for the executive committee

eastwindmarine@gmail.com

250-661-7369

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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island
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Branch Meeting – Vancouver Island

February 2025

DATE: WEDNESDAY EVENING, 19 FEBRUARY 2025

TIME: 1900

LOCATION: IN THE LOWER WARDROOM, HMC DOCKYARD

LCdr Ryan deForest, XO of the first of the Canadian Navy’s Protecteur class resupply ships will give a presentation on the vessel’s concept evolution, its design, its capabilities, and its construction status.

Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment vessels are a critical component of blue water navies and are strategic national assets.  Replenishment ships increase the range of other ships or a Naval Task Group by letting them stay at sea for longer periods of time before going to port for supplies.

Click the image below to a site with video and details of the ship and a video of the sea-to-shore offloading connector being assembled.

Members often arrive early to share conversations with colleagues. Spouses and guests are always welcome at our Branch meetings! Meetings have a question and answer period at the end.

Bill Wallace,

Communications Coordinator, for the executive committee

eastwindmarine@gmail.com

250-661-7369

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Technical Presentation – Development of a Unique Amphibious All-Terrain Vehicle
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C.I.MAR.E.  VANCOUVER ISLAND BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR

DATE: Thursday, Mars 17th, 2022

TIME: 19:00 Pacific (22:00 Eastern; 23:00 Atlantic, 23:30 NFLD)

Development of a Unique Amphibious All-Terrain Vehicle with Air-Cushion Caterpillars for Offshore Operations

Abstract:

Dr. Voyloshinikov will describe the engineering which went into the development of the vehicle in his presentation.

Long ago in another era, I was involved in the development of what might be an analogous vehicle for use in ice-covered / ice-choked waters.  The marine engineering involved in such a craft is quite fascinating, and the presentation should be more than interesting.

Log into the Members Only Section to access the GoTo Meeting Link or email Bill Wallace at eastwindmarine@gmail.com

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Technical Presentation: An Overseas Perspective
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C.I.MAR.E.  VANCOUVER ISLAND BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR

DATE: Thursday, November 18th, 2021

TIME: 19:00 Pacific (22:00 Eastern; 23:00 Atlantic, 23:30 NFLD)

An Overseas Perspective

Abstract:

Daniel Sanchez, a graduate marine engineer form the Technical University of Madrid will give a presentation on the kind of refit/repair/modification which an Offshore Supply Vessel (or it’s cousins in the oil & gas fleet) go through when being put back into service after a lengthy layup (warm or cold).

He oversaw a number of such mechanical and structural projects while working at a repair yard in the Canary Islands prior to coming to Canada.

As the shipping world urgently reactivates itself across almost all trading routes, this type of knowledge becomes more and more important.

Log into the Members Only Section to access the GoTo Meeting Link or email Bill Wallace at eastwindmarine@gmail.com

 

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Technical Webinar: A Case for A  BC Historical Vessel  Registration Program
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C.I.MAR.E.  VANCOUVER ISLAND BRANCH INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR AN INFORMATIVE WEBINAR

DATE: Wednesday, October 20th, 2021

TIME: 19:00 Pacific (22:00 Eastern; 23:00 Atlantic, 23:30 NFLD)

A Case for A  BC Historical Vessel  Registration Program

Abstract:

We are honored to have Robert G. Allan, P.Eng, FRINA, FSNAME give us a presentation on the Case for A BC Historical Vessel Registration Program.

Robert Allan has been working in the BC marine industry for decades, and recognizes the need for a program which can support the history of the industry on Canada’s West Coast.

That history has produced a number of classic types of West Coast vessels which evolved to cope with the challenges of our coastline, weather, and industry.

There are few remaining examples of some of these types of vessels. Tangible action to protect and preserve them is needed.

Find out how and why at the meeting.

Log into the Members Only Section to access the GoTo Meeting Link or email Bill Wallace at eastwindmarine@gmail.com

 

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Sept 16 VI Branch Meeting

Vancouver Island Branch Meeting – In Person Harbour Road Yard Tour
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Thursday, 16 September is our first in-person meeting in close to two years, and it will be a good one!

Point Hope Maritime is courteously hosting VI branch’s September meeting with a tour of their Harbour Road Yard in the upper harbor.

We’ll assemble inside the gate nearest the Johnson St.  Bridge (Old Blue….) for an 1830 tour start. 

Parking will be inside the yard gate to the right, one of us will be there to guide you.

 IMPORTANT!!

Cyclists coming off the bridge ramp at the head of the yard’s driveway can be a real hazard! They are coasting, fast, and often don’t realize that cars are transiting their bike lanes. Be very alert and cautious as you make the turn into the yard.

AND A REMINDER;   Dress for the weather.   We’ll be walking outside. Gloves may be useful, sturdy walking shoes are suggested (no open toes or heels!).  Bring a mask so that if we go inside we can be compliant with health directives.

For those of you not familiar with the yard, it is a full-service yard, with a full machine shop, assembly hall, welding shop, electrical shop, and a sophisticated painting prep and application crew.  Vessels are hauled on a 1200 ton marine railway to a turntable, then the vessels are shunted onto spur tracks where the work is done. They have a fully compliant waste water treatment system, and use advanced hoarding and noise abatement systems to minimize their impact on nearby neighbourhoods.

Sam Johnson, the Production Technical Manager, will guide the tour.  He will also describe some of their future plans —it’s quite a vision.

We may be able to get aboard a vessel(s) on the hard, depending on what vessels are hauled that evening.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

1830 SHARP ON THURSDAY 16 SEPTEMBER

Bill Wallace, VI Branch Comms, for the Executive Committee

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