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Topic: Operation Athena Canada

	News Release: Canada - Afghanistan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		In addition to the nearly 1,900 CF troops committed to the ISAF mission in Kabul, Canada is also providing Major-General Andrew Leslie as the Deputy Commander, ISAF, and most of the Kabul Multinational Brigade (KMNB) HQ staff.
		Canada is now the largest single contributor of troops to the ISAF mission.
		Canada's current commitment to Operation ATHENA is for two, six-month rotations of about 1,900 CF personnel, lasting until August 2004.
	www.canada-afghanistan.gc.ca /news-0821-en.asp (353 words)

	Budget Plan, Chapter 6 (Budget 2005)
		Canada’s initiative, launched on February 2, 2005, advocates 100 per cent multilateral debt-service relief for poor countries through to 2015, affecting payments owed to the International Development Association of the World Bank and to the African Development Fund of the African Development Bank.
		Canada’s military lacks medium capacity helicopters that are capable of moving teams of personnel and their equipment around in-theatre, whether dealing with international crises or domestic emergencies.
		Canada is not waiting for future opportunities to unfold—it is forging strong partnerships today with these countries in such areas as trade, science and technology, and the environment.
	www.fin.gc.ca /budget05/bp/bpc6e.htm (6792 words)

	Embassy Washington :: Border Cooperation :: Canada's Actions Since The September 11 Attacks
		Canada and the United States have solidified their security cooperation at the border with the signature of the Canada-U.S. Smart Border Declaration in December 2001.
		Canada is also making important diplomatic, defence and development contributions to the reconstruction of Afghanistan.
		Canada's efforts in the fight against terrorism at home and abroad were recognised by the U.S. in the last Department of State report on Patterns of Global Terrorism (2003) which underlined that the "overall antiterrorism cooperation with Canada remains excellent and serves as a model for bilateral cooperation."
	www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca /can-am/washington/border/canada_action-en.asp (1929 words)

	Prime Minister Chrétien Visits Afghanistan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Operation ATHENA is Canada's contribution to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) whose task is to support the United Nations-authorized mission in Kabul, Afghanistan, for a period of 12 months starting in August 2003.
		Canada's new embassy in Kabul became operational on August 6, 2003.
		Canada alone is spending $250 million over two years on development assistance for Afghanistan.
	www.canada-afghanistan.gc.ca /pm_visit_afghan-en.asp (1488 words)

	Echo 2 - Operation Athena Rotation 0
		Operation Athena is a peace support mission and that means the soldiers can't use force to pass.
		Canada's robot, which is to spend a week at the U.S. air base, is among other experimental systems being tested, such as a German steel-wheeled vehicle and an American laser that melts fuses.
		Operation Athena, as the Canadian mission is known, began in August 2003 with more than 1,900 troops being based to Camp Julian in Kabul.
	users.uniserve.com /~echo2/afghan/roto0.html (17597 words)

	DPR 2003-2004-National Defence - Part 2 of 2
		Operation ATHENA is proving particularly successful, and may turn out to be a model for the future of CF operations.
		Canada continued to fulfil its responsibilities as a partner in NORAD in the traditional mission of aerospace surveillance and control of the Arctic and Canada's coastal approaches.
		In August 2003, Canada began Operation ATHENA with the deployment of an infantry battalion group and a brigade headquarters to the Afghan capital of Kabul, forming the backbone of a UN-mandated NATO mission, the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).
	www.tbs-sct.gc.ca /rma/dpr/03-04/ND-DN/ND-DNd3401_e.asp (15783 words)

	Sept 24th action: Troops out of Iraq and Afghanistan, Let the War Resisters stay in Canada : IMC Maritimes
		We in Canada stand in solidarity with our American friends as we call on the Government of Canada to uphold international law by declaring the war of occupation in Iraq to be illegal under the charter of the United Nations.
		Canada extended the mandate of its reconnaissance squadron based at Camp Julien near Kabul until late this fall with, starting in August 2005, the fifth deployment to Operation ATHENA, the Canadian contribution to ISAF.
		Canada’s immediate military contribution to the campaign was a significant manifestation of our solidarity with our allies, and of our resolve in improving international security.
	maritimes.indymedia.org /news/2005/08/10659.php (2075 words)

	DND/CF : Backgrounder : Operation ATHENA: The Canadian Forces Participation in ISAF (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The objective of Operation ATHENA, Canada's participation in the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), is to contribute troops to the NATO-led, United Nations (UN)-authorized mission in Kabul, Afghanistan, for a period of 24 months starting in August 2003.
		Canada remains committed to the campaign against terrorism and, with our allies, will make a major contribution to the stabilization and reconstruction of Afghanistan.
		Canada is willing to serve with a battalion group and a brigade headquarters for a period of one year, starting late this summer.
	www.forces.gc.ca /site/newsroom/view_news_e.asp?id=1228 (3537 words)

	List of Canadian military operations - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		On any given day, about 8,000 Canadian Forces members (one-third of the Canadian deployable force) are preparing for, engaged in or are returning from an overseas mission.
		Here is a list of all recently finished and currently ongoing Canadian Forces operations outside Canada, as of October, 2003, by region:
		Note: CF personnel have also engaged in a NATO mission known as Operation Eagle Assist (the air defence of America, established after Article V of the North Atlantic Treaty was invoked following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_Canadian_military_operations (155 words)

	RPP 2004-2005-National Defence - Part 2 of 2
		Canada also intends to be a NATO leader in military transformation, especially in the development of new military operating concepts and experimentation.
		Also from an operational perspective, the high operational tempo and the continuing shortage of CF members who are ready and able to deploy hinder the ability of Defence to respond to demands for assistance, sometimes even to support deployed operations.
		Operations will be supported by providing logistics capabilities and resources necessary to support CF deployments over an extended period of time, and by providing military engineering preparation, planning, and support co-ordination for contingency operations.
	www.tbs-sct.gc.ca /est-pre/20042005/ND-DN/ND-DNr4501_e.asp (15974 words)

	ReliefWeb » Document Preview » Canada expands security and reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan
		OTTAWA - Canada is reaffirming its strong diplomatic, development and defence commitment to Afghanistan by extending its military presence and deploying a Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT).
		Canada will also deploy a Canadian-led PRT to Kandahar, in southern Afghanistan, for a period of about 18 months beginning in August 2005.
		As such, Canada will extend the mandate of its reconnaissance squadron already in Kabul until late this year with the fifth deployment to Operation ATHENA later this summer.
	www.reliefweb.int /rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/ACIO-6CFSX9?OpenDocument (466 words)

	Chief of Reserves and Cadets (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Manning CF international operations is normally delegated to one of the Environmental Chiefs of Staff (ECS).
		For information on operational employment opportunities consult your unit employment board, and your chain of command.
		The objective of Operation ATHENA, Canada's contribution to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), is to take part in the United Nations (UN)-authorized mission in Kabul, Afghanistan, for a period of 12 months starting in August 2003.
	www.vcds.dnd.ca /dres/pubs/operations_e.asp (164 words)

	SPERWER Tactical UAV System
		Sperwer is qualified to operate in harsh weather conditions, including temperature, wind, rain, icing etc. Sperwer B is also capable to operate at higher elevations of up to 18,000 feet.
		Canada procured SPERWER TUAVs in 2003 to meet requirements for Operation ATHENA, Canada's contribution to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan.
		In in Decembert 2005 Canada announced the procurement of five additional Sperwers at a cost of C$15 million covering attrition, maintaining system availability throughout the vehicle's repair and turn-around time.
	www.defense-update.com /products/s/sperwer.htm (570 words)

	CTV.ca \| Canada's Afghanistan mission has new commander
		In a subdued ceremony Wednesday at Camp Julien in Kabul, Canadian Forces operations were signed over by Col. Walter Semianiw, who for the past six months has commanded Operation Athena, Canada's contribution to the NATO force in Afghanistan.
		One of the main tasks of the next rotation of soldiers moving into Kabul, Roto 4, will be tearing down Camp Julien and moving most of its equipment south.
		Kabul today is a very different place from when Camp Julien was opened two years ago, said Canada's ambassador in Afghanistan, Chris Alexander, who oversaw the handover ceremony.
	www.ctv.ca /servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/1123124020692_89/?hub=Canada (500 words)

	Canada Gazette (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Col Pouliot was Commander of the Theatre Activation Team for Operation ATHENA — the Canadian contribution to the International Security Assistance Force in Kabul, Afghanistan, from April to August 2003.
		He was responsible for commanding the advance headquarters, negotiating and setting up all logistical arrangements, planning and overseeing the contribution of a 1 900-person camp in a remote area of Kabul, and organizing the reception of all equipment and personnel.
		LCol Sharpe was Commanding Officer of the Liaison and Reconnaissance Team and then Chief of Staff of the Theatre Activation Team for Operation ATHENA — the Canadian contribution to the International Security Assistance Force in Kabul, Afghanistan, from April to July 2003.
	canadagazette.gc.ca /partI/2004/20040717/html/house-e.html (633 words)

	Canadian Armed Forces Support \| free blog Website \| News from Canada overseas troops \|Image library (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The handover comes as Operation Athena, Canada’s contribution to the ISAF, is winding down.
		The soldiers were part of Operation ATHENA, Canada’s contribution to the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.The NATO-led operation is providing security in Kabul and some outlying areas of Afghanistan.
		Meanwhile Canada’s military ombudsman plans to go Afghanistan next week to investigate complaints by soldiers there.Marin says he wants to look into the general health of the soldiers in Kabul.Soldiers coming home have reportedly complained of respiratory problems and strange sores that won’t heal.
	dndtalk.com /wordpress?m=200408 (857 words)

	DND/CF : Operations : Past Ops : Operation ATHENA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The CF returned to the effort to stabilize and reconstruct Afghanistan in August 2003 under Operation ATHENA, the deployment of a large contingent in Kabul to serve with the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF).
		Of note, from February to August 2004, then Lieutenant-General Rick Hillier of Canada commanded ISAF, which comprised at that point some 6,500 troops from 35 countries.
		Over five successive six-month rotations since August 2003, Canadian soldiers deployed on Operation ATHENA routinely conducted foot patrols and surveillance missions in the ISAF area of responsibility and co-operated with other ISAF contingents in a variety of missions and projects.
	www.forces.gc.ca /site/operations/Athena/index_e.asp (191 words)

	Lookout Newspaper \| July 18 2005, Vol 50, Num 29 \| Quilts bring a touch of home to soldiers (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		For the soldiers who work at the summit of TV Hill, a mountain that rises out of the middle of downtown Kabul, a gift of 20 handmade quilts from Canada has added a touch of home to their Afghan mountaintop outpost.
		The Canadian Forces have operated at the summit of TV Hill since arriving in Afghanistan in 2002 as part of Operation Athena, Canada’s commitment to the International Security Assistance Force.
		Sgt Richard told Maj Marshall, who presented the quilts on behalf of the Victoria Quilters’ Guild, that when his soldiers return to Canada, they would leave the quilts behind for the troops who follow in their footsteps.
	www.lookoutnewspaper.com /archive/20050718/index.shtml (341 words)

	article template (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		The crew of a CC-130 Hercules transport aircraft has achieved a major milestone: the 1,000th flight completed since their unit began operations in January 2002.
		On August 16, 2003, its efforts were refocused on Operation ATHENA in Afghanistan.
		Operation ATHENA is Canada's military contribution to ISAF.
	www.communitypress-online.com /template.php?id=10048&RECORD_KEY(News)=id&id(News)=10048 (372 words)

	Backgrounder
		· The objective of Operation ATHENA, Canada’s contribution to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), is to take part in the United Nations (UN)-authorized mission in Kabul, Afghanistan, for a period of 12 months starting in August 2003.
		In addition, they are involved in a number of projects, such as digging wells and repairing buildings, to help improve the quality of life of the people in their area.
		Of the 1,900 troops deployed on Operation ATHENA, about 1,700 are deployed in Kabul; the remainder are deployed elsewhere in southwest Asia in support of the mission.
	www.educ.uvic.ca /site/lawwwart/backgrounder.htm (1024 words)

	Echo 2 - Afghanistan
		Listed is the Operation name, the dates and the main unit.
		Operation APOLLO was Canada's military contribution to the international campaign against terrorism.
		The objective of Operation ATHENA, Canada's contribution to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), is to take part in the United Nations (UN)-authorized, NATO-led mission in Kabul, Afghanistan, starting in August 2003.
	users.uniserve.com /~echo2/afghan/Afghanistan.html (431 words)

	NATO's ACT - news article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Drawing in part on his peacekeeping experience in the Balkans, he commented that NATO-led operations are the most efficient and effective he has experienced.
		He was awarded Canada’s Meritorious Service Medal for his actions under fire in Knin, Croatia, in 1995.
		Canadian troops were in Afghanistan as part of Operation ATHENA, Canada's contribution to ISAF in Kabul.
	www.act.nato.int /multimedia/articles/2004/090704mgenleslie.htm (601 words)

	CBC News: Canada hands over command in Kabul (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Four Canadian soldiers were killed in three separate attacks near Kandahar on Thursday, one of the deadliest days for Canada so far in the military campaign in Afghanistan.
		Israel said Thursday that its bombing of the Lebanese village of Qana, in which a number of civilians died, was a mistake and that its attack guidelines would be evaluated and updated as a result.
		The makers of a nutritional supplement sold as a treatment for mental disorders says Health Canada is putting lives at risk by seizing its product at the Canada-US border.
	www.cbc.ca /story/world/national/2004/08/08/kabul040808.html (774 words)

	ReliefWeb » Document Preview » Canada announces actions to assist Afghanistan
		Operation Athena will consist of two six-month rotations of approximately 1,800 Canadian Forces personnel each, beginning in August 2003.
		"Canada is committed to helping stabilize the security environment of Afghanistan," Minister McCallum said.
		"Canada's ongoing support for basic reconstruction and development efforts in Afghanistan is contributing to the safety and security of the Afghan people by providing them with the tools and resources to rebuild their lives and their country," Minister Whelan said.
	www.reliefweb.int /w/rwb.nsf/0/9640a72974772d9ec1256d420032b479?OpenDocument (591 words)

	Afghanistan: Photos of Combined Forces Command (Part I)
		The Soldiers assigned to the Parwan PRT at the Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan are persevering in the United States' ongoing war on terror in supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
		Arriving at the NAVC site via helicopter, the Ministry of Defense and OMC-A official parties were greeted by the province’s governor and were then welcomed in song by a group of local children, dressed in their finest clothes, who gave flowers to the arriving visitors after finishing their song.
		The Royal Canadian Regiment and other troops were in Afghanistan as part of Operation Athena, which is Canada's commitment to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan.
	www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/1294832/posts (4793 words)

	Canada In Afghanistan: Assessing the 3-D Approach (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		On 12-14 May 2005, academics, graduate students and practitioners from Canada and abroad gathered in Waterloo, Ontario to assess the impact of Canada’s 3-D approach in Afghanistan, with particular focus on the Canadian Forces.
		It has been over three years since Canadian forces entered Afghanistan as part of the “war on terror.” Afghanistan has emerged since as a “special case” or a “transformational mission” for Canada in which defence is increasingly part of a web of development and diplomacy.
		Canada’s Mission in Kabul: The View from the Ground
	www.the-igloo.org /Afghanconference (141 words)

	Government of Saskatchewan - Saskatchewan's Ultimate Patriots
		All the soldiers and civilian personnel from Saskatchewan on Camp Julien gathered to celebrate the 100th birthday festivities they will miss this summer because of their deployment on Operation ATHENA.
		The mission of Operation ATHENA, Canada's contribution to the International Security and Assistance Force (ISAF), is to help maintain security in Kabul and its surrounding areas so the Government of Afghanistan and UN agencies can rebuild the country.
		About 800 are located at Camp Julien in Kabul and the rest are deployed elsewhere in southwest Asia in support of the mission.
	www.gov.sk.ca /aboutsask/kabul-2005/pictures.html (150 words)

	Action Update: Nov. 8-Nov. 21, 2004
		U.S. forces would not be involved in direct operations, but would train Afghan forces and help target narcotic labs.
		The government believes eradication efforts should mostly be left up to the Afghans, while aid should serve to create alternative crops and livelihoods for opium farmers.
		In close coordination with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Canada also accepted about 500 Afghan refuges in Kyrgyzstan and 140 in Turkmenistan.
	www.cdi.org /program/document.cfm?DocumentID=2686&from_page=../index.cfm (1626 words)

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