Canadian Forces Snowbirds soar over Parliament Hill on Canada Day

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Ambassador Kevin Vickers joins team for flight

July 1, 2015 - Ottawa, ON - Department of National Defence

The Canadian Forces (CF) Snowbirds, the Canadian Armed Forces’ premier aerobatics team, performed their annual Canada Day flypast over Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Quick Facts

The CF Snowbirds have a tradition of flying remarkable Canadians over Parliament Hill on Canada Day. This year, they had the privilege of flying Ambassador Kevin Vickers, Ambassador of Canada to Ireland. Ambassador Vickers was selected for his profound leadership and dedication to the security of Canada and its national institutions.
Kevin Vickers was appointed as the Ambassador of Canada to Ireland in January 2015. He previously served as the Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Commons from 2006-2015.
In 2015 the CF Snowbirds are commemorating the 75^th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and also celebrating their 45^th season. Artwork commemorating these milestones is featured on the CT-114 Tutors flown by the Squadron.
431 Air Demonstration Squadron is made up of 80 serving members of the Canadian Armed Forces. The Air Display Flight is made up of 24 members; 9 show pilots, 2 coordinators, 1 public affairs officer, and 12 technicians who travel across North America bringing the show to audiences young and old.
As proud ambassadors of the Canadian Armed Forces, the CF Snowbirds represent the skill, professionalism and teamwork of all the men and women in Canada’s military.

Quotes

“Flying with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was an exceptional experience. We are lucky to have such a professional group representing our country across North America. I am proud to be Canadian and to share this day with so many Canadians.”
Ambassador Kevin Vickers, Ambassador of Canada to Ireland

“It was an absolute honour having Ambassador Kevin Vickers fly in our formation this Canada Day. Like so many Canadians, he is a reflection of our core values of skill, professionalism and teamwork.”
Major Patrick Gobeil, Snowbird 1, Team Lead, 431 Air Demonstration Squadron

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Contacts

Lieutenant Patricia Brunelle
Public Affairs Officer
Canadian Forces Snowbirds
Phone: (306) 684-3005
Email: patricia.brunelle@forces.gc.ca

Media Relations
Department of National Defence
Phone: (613) 996-2353
Toll-Free: 1 866 377-0811
Email: mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca

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