2025-04-26, 08:13:24
This is V_3___, Official Bulletin Station for Radio Amateurs of Canada with
this week's bulletin.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. IARU Eyes Restructuring
The International Amateur Radio Union has just marked the 100th anniversary of its founding and is using the occasion to look within and to consider a way it can be restructured. The IARU's administrative council has released a paper containing an overview and a number of proposals. Region 2, which covers North, Central and South America, will be hosting two informational Zoom meetings where Region 2 societies can discuss the document, ask questions or recommend changes.
Ramón Santoyo XE1KK, former Region 2 president hosts a zoom session in SPANISH on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 2359 UTC. Region 2 president, George Gorsline VE3YV, will moderate an ENGLISH session on Wednesday, May 7th at 2359 UTC.
Links to both meetings can be found on the Region 2 homepage
https://www.iaru-r2.org/en/consultation-on-the-restructuring-of-iaru/
-- IARU REGION 2 (via Amateur Radio Newsline)
ONTARIO SECTION NEWS
2. Upcoming ACS-Golden Horseshoe Training Event
Microsoft Teams will be used for these on-line presentations:
May 07 - 1900-2000 - Batteries and Solar Power
May 21 - 1900-2000 - Go Kits and Preparedness
Contact Rosemarie Upfield VA3RIE to register
reupva3rie @ gmail.com
-- Rosemarie VA3RIE
Training Coordinator, ACS-GH
3. Smiths Falls Ham Fest
Sponsor: Rideau Lakes A.R.C. / Lanark North Leeds ARES
Date : Saturday, May 17, 2025
Location: Smiths Falls Civitan Club 12468 ON-15,
Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S4.
Times: Vendors 7 AM, Customers 8 AM
Cost: $5 for customers (includes door prize ticket).
Talk-in: VE3RLR 147.210 + PL 151.4Hz
Description: Flea Market and Amateur Radio examinations.
Those who wish to write an exam contact the examiner by email ve3kg @ myrac.ca no later than the Friday before.
Cost for the exam is $25 which includes hamfest entrance.
Webpage: https://www.ve3rlr.ca/p/httpsgoo.html
Email: ve3rlr @ gmail.com
-- RAC events page
ITEMS OF INTEREST
4. APRS Summit 2025 Takes Place May 10th
On May 10th the the APRS Foundation is hosting its first ever online education summit to promote APRS. This event is designed to empower, educate, and inspire anyone interested in Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) — from beginners to seasoned operators. Sessions will cover a range of topics from APRS fundamentals to the future of APRS. Question and answer sessions and networking opportunities will also take place.
For more details including registration information keep an eye on the APRS Foundation website.
-- APRS Foundation https://www.aprsfoundation.org/
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this week's bulletin.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS
1. IARU Eyes Restructuring
The International Amateur Radio Union has just marked the 100th anniversary of its founding and is using the occasion to look within and to consider a way it can be restructured. The IARU's administrative council has released a paper containing an overview and a number of proposals. Region 2, which covers North, Central and South America, will be hosting two informational Zoom meetings where Region 2 societies can discuss the document, ask questions or recommend changes.
Ramón Santoyo XE1KK, former Region 2 president hosts a zoom session in SPANISH on Monday, May 5, 2025 at 2359 UTC. Region 2 president, George Gorsline VE3YV, will moderate an ENGLISH session on Wednesday, May 7th at 2359 UTC.
Links to both meetings can be found on the Region 2 homepage
https://www.iaru-r2.org/en/consultation-on-the-restructuring-of-iaru/
-- IARU REGION 2 (via Amateur Radio Newsline)
ONTARIO SECTION NEWS
2. Upcoming ACS-Golden Horseshoe Training Event
Microsoft Teams will be used for these on-line presentations:
May 07 - 1900-2000 - Batteries and Solar Power
May 21 - 1900-2000 - Go Kits and Preparedness
Contact Rosemarie Upfield VA3RIE to register
reupva3rie @ gmail.com
-- Rosemarie VA3RIE
Training Coordinator, ACS-GH
3. Smiths Falls Ham Fest
Sponsor: Rideau Lakes A.R.C. / Lanark North Leeds ARES
Date : Saturday, May 17, 2025
Location: Smiths Falls Civitan Club 12468 ON-15,
Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4S4.
Times: Vendors 7 AM, Customers 8 AM
Cost: $5 for customers (includes door prize ticket).
Talk-in: VE3RLR 147.210 + PL 151.4Hz
Description: Flea Market and Amateur Radio examinations.
Those who wish to write an exam contact the examiner by email ve3kg @ myrac.ca no later than the Friday before.
Cost for the exam is $25 which includes hamfest entrance.
Webpage: https://www.ve3rlr.ca/p/httpsgoo.html
Email: ve3rlr @ gmail.com
-- RAC events page
ITEMS OF INTEREST
4. APRS Summit 2025 Takes Place May 10th
On May 10th the the APRS Foundation is hosting its first ever online education summit to promote APRS. This event is designed to empower, educate, and inspire anyone interested in Automatic Packet Reporting System (APRS) — from beginners to seasoned operators. Sessions will cover a range of topics from APRS fundamentals to the future of APRS. Question and answer sessions and networking opportunities will also take place.
For more details including registration information keep an eye on the APRS Foundation website.
-- APRS Foundation https://www.aprsfoundation.org/
This concludes this week's bulletin. Does anyone require repeats or clarifications?
Hearing none, This is V_3___ returning the frequency to net control.
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