=================================================================
|\^/|
_| TCA |_ B E T W E E N y O U R S E L V E S
_|\| AIR |/|_ N E T L E T T E R
> CANADA <
>_./|\._< for Air Canada retirees
|
Chief Pilot - Vesta Stevenson
**** http://www.acra.ca/between/vesta/btwn_us.htm ****
Co-pilot - Terry Baker
**** http://www.acra.ca/between ****
number 271 date May 9th, 1998 1st Published in October 1995
==================================================================
. We welcome some more 'cons' -
Bill and Margaret Hume, retired in Edmonton, email:
Ken McLeod living in Halifax, email:
Marguerite Jean Fisk has
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. Where are they now?
Tom Grant has changed to
from his previous email which was
The following noticed in the national press -
' I would like to find information on Mary Winemaster (maiden name)
who was in the RCAF during WWII and worked for Trans-Canada Air Lines
after the war. Contact Neil Alexander (702)655-4015'
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. National Capital Air Show 1998 being held at Ottawa International Airport
May 30/31st. The 20th anniversary of the Canadair Challenger will be
celebrated. Hours 0830 - 1800, cost $12.00, $6.00 for under 17 years old.
Over 100 aircraft involved and an on-site exhibition.
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. In NetLetter nr 270 we announced the establishment of the NetLetter and
Pionair home page website.
Vesta's home page should be
http://www.acra.ca/between/vesta/btwn_us.htm
and Tom Grant can also be emailed at:
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. News from the Districts -
District of Montreal Air Canada Pionairs Vol 21. Sentinel April 1998
Director's Corner (Herb Guilfoyle)
Hello again! Time flies when you are retired and you are
having a busy fun time. It seems like only last week that I
sat here writing my message to you. Things are good, our
airline is in good hands and in good shape. I've heard from
lots of Pionairs from our district and from other districts
across the system and on the while we are a happy group.
We are sorry to say that our plans for the Quebec City tour
this June has been cancelled. Michel Beriau, our dedicated
Asst Director and Tour Organizer has just undergone an open
heart surgery and requires complete rest for weeks to come.
We are happy to hear that the operation was a success and we
wish Michel a complete recovery.
As for the people who has registered for the Paris trip,
again, with Michel not available to organize it, we must
postpone it indefinitely.
Casual Lunch at the Casa Grecque by Pam Roschelt
It was great to see the Pionairs who turned out for the
luncheon. In spite of the snowy weather, 60 retirees
congregate to reminisce old days. What made this luncheon
special for many of us was to see the number of Pionairs who
joined us for the first time. We hope to see you again.
One topic we covered extensively was what happened to each
other during the ice storm. What we learned about the art
of survival could fill a book.
After we enjoyed a hearty lunch, our Director, Herb
Guilfoyle, went over the upcoming Pionair activities, such
as a visit to the Ecomuseum, an Italian lunch at the Lachine
Curling Club where some Pionairs will display their talent
at curling.
Then Real Henri who is one of our Pionair representatives on
the Health Plan no. 2 Committee, explained the reasons for
the increase in monthly premiums which will be paid by the
retirees effective April 1, 1998. Real also answered
questions from the floor about the Plan.
The luncheon ended with three Pionairs winning door prizes
and a lot of hugs, until we meet again
Bowling by Mary Simmons
Happy days are here again! Pionairs Bowling League is off
to a great start with 14 bowlers on Jan 20th, now numbering
30. There's room for more (Max is 48)
You don't have to be a great bowler to be a Pionair bowler.
That was apparent from the beginning, the purpose of this
league is really to meet other Pionairs and have fun. A lot
of us hadn't bowled in years. A ball down the gutter is
taken in stride.
Pionairs seem to be a busy lot and we're never sure who's
going to show up. Members bring friends and family.
Nothing is taken too seriously and you bowl with whomever is
available. We all have a great time!
If you are interested in having fun while getting exercise,
come join us on Tuesday afternoons at 1:00pm in Valois Bay,
62, Donegani, Point Claire, QC
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. News of the Memoriabilia Exhibit -
Fraser Muir sends this update -
Just to let you know--Joan and I survived the winter and we are getting
ready to take the company's Memoriabilia Exhibit on the road again.
We were at the company's Shareholder's Meeting last week in Saint
John, N.B., with part of the exhibit, and we'll be setting up all the
five units at the Pionair's AGM in YYZ.
All active employees and retirees, and those Pionairs that are
not planning to register for the AGM, are welcome to come and
view the exhibit at the Colony Hotel in Toronto.
The possibility of meeting old friends would be a bonus.
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
.Terry's Travel Tips.
Hotels who give airline discounts -
PORTUGAL
Hotel Garbe, Atlmacao de Pera, Algarve.
Tel: (351) 82-315187 Fax: (351) 82-315087
Villa La Quietz, Algarve.
B & B, Tel:(351) 89-328574
CYPRUS
Navarria Hotel, PO Box 1355, CY3504, Limassol.
Tel: (357) 5-320855 Fax: (357) 5-320707
Nestor Hotel, PO Box 266, Ayia Napa.
Tel: (357) 03-722880 Fax: (357) 03-722881
H & C Hotels, PO Box 40, CY5330, Ayia Napa
Tel: (357) 03-721450 Fax: (357) 03-721424
Le Meridien, Limassol.
Tel: (357) 5-634000 Fax: (357) 5-634222
Kapetanios Bay Hotel, PO Box 142, CY5311, Protaras.
Tel: (357) 3-831170 Fax: (357) 3-831117
The Golden Coast Hotel, PO Box 171, Para Limni.
Tel: (357) 3-831366
CHANNEL ISLANDS
Alhambra Hotel, St. Hellier, Jersey from GBP18 pppn
Tel: (44) 01534-32128 Fax: (44) 01534-31771
The Pontiac House, St. Clements Bay, Jersey.
3 nights 1/2 board from GBP63 pp includes free car rental
group 'A' car (insurance & gas extra)
Tel: (44) 01534-857771
Oaklands Lodge Hotel, Jersey. B&B from GBP16 pppn
Tel: (44) 01534-861735 Fax: (44) 01534-864839
Greenwood Lodge Hotel, St. Hillier, Jersey.
Tel: (44) 01534-67073 Fax: (44) 01534-67876
ITALY
Hotel Caravaggio, Via Palermo 73, Roma 00184
Tel: (39) 6-485915 Fax (39) 6-4747363
MAURITIUS
Pearle Beach Hotel Tel: (230) 4538429 Fax: (230) 44538405
SOUTH AFRICA
Bal Hotel, Capetown. Tel: (27) 21-4341917 Fax (27) 21-4341930
Blue Marlin Hotel, PO Box 24, Scottburgh 4180, Durban
Tel: (27) 32-303361
B & B 3*Hotel, Zimbabwe
8 nights from GBP700 for 2 includes 7 rounds of golf,
1 day/night game reserve park. Tel: (263) 4-495577
INDIA
Special discount on car rentals. I.S.Goel & Co, New Delhi.
Tel: (91) 11-4619139
ENGLAND
The Redfern Hotel, Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire
2 hours from LHR. 4 nights for price of 3.
Tel: (44) 01299-270395
B&B at Inkbarron nr Stratford. 3 nights for price of 2. GBP25 pppn.
Tel: (44) 01386-793159
B&B Park Lodge Hotel, Bayswater, London.
Tel: (44) 0171-229-6424
SCOTLAND
B&B in 18c country house nr Troon golf course.
Tel: (44) 01563-850229
Stuck overnight at Gatwick UK?
B&B Tel: (44) 01293-517494 10 minutes from airport.
B&B nr Gatwick airport, free transfer, Tel: (44) 01293-883875
WACA Annual Tennis Tournament - June 19 - 23rd, Salerno, Italy.
Host - Airliners Club Vesuvio, Napoli, Italy.
Cost - us$340 includes accommodation Hotel Plaza, meals,
transfer to/from Naples Airport to Salerno, excursion,
welcome cocktail, tennis court fee.
DEADLINE May 15th.
4th Discover Fiji July 24 - Aug 1st
Host - Interline Club of Fiji.
Cost - Package A - us$920 pp dbl, Package B us$460 pp dbl.
Package A - 1 night Skylodge Hotel, 7 nights on board Cpt. Cook cruise,
welcome cocktail, 3 meals daily, transfers.
Package B - 1 night Skylodge Hotel, 3 nights on board Cpt. Cook cruise,
welcome cocktail, 3 meals daily, transfers.
Air Pacific offers ID90 for all participants on any of their routes.
DEADLINE May 31st.
Contact your local Interline Club for more details
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. Smilie.
Notice on the bulkhead of an aircraft -
'Passengers who consider the Flight Attendants uncivil
aught to see the Captain'.
_|_
'---o-o-0-o-o---'
" ' "
. That's it for this time, please we need your input, send
comments and email addresses of any others who may be
interested to Vesta with a copy to Terry.
/------------------------\ |--\_____/--\__ |
| Between yOurselves |______________ \______====== )-+
| NetLetter | ---|/-- |
\------------------------/ ()
~Between yOurselves-Netletter~
mailto:
mailto:
Copyright 1998 by Vesta Stevenson & Terry Baker.