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# Radio Amateurs of Canada
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- [RAC Amateur of the Year 2025 Award](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year-2025-award/) - Prix RAC de l’amateur de l’année 2025 Fred (VE1FA) and Helen (VA1YL) Archibald and their daughter Margaret (VE2ZOO) on Walrus island (NA-121) Fred (VE1FA) et Helen (VA1YL) Archibald et leur fille Margaret (VE2ZOO) sur l’île Walrus (NA-121) For immediate release: The RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in selecting Fred Archibald, VE1FA, and Helen
- [Auxiliary Communications Service COMMS Expo & Exercise: Enhancing Emergency Preparedness in Ontario](https://www.rac.ca/acs-comms-expo-exercise-january-2026/) - Expo et exercice COMMS du service auxiliaire de communication: Améliorer la préparation aux situations d’urgence en Ontario Jason TremblayRAC Community Services OfficerAzilda, OntarioThe Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) is proud to announce the COMMS Expo & Exercise, which is designed to showcase emergency preparedness and test interoperability across communication systems.The event will take place at the
- [RAC Basic Qualification Amateur Radio Course: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-basic-qualification-amateur-radio-course-winter-2026/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so that individuals from all across Canada can obtain their Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification.The course will again be conducted with the assistance of the Annapolis Valley Amateur Radio Club (AVARC) of Nova Scotia.This course prepares students for the Innovation, Science and
- [January-February 2026 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/january-february-2026-etca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the January-February 2026 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the January-February 2026 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit:https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de janvier-février 2026 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro janvier-février 2026 de la
- [Geoff Smith, VA3GS (SK) Appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 2025](https://www.rac.ca/geoff-smith-va3gs-sk-appointed-to-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame-2025/) - Geoff Smith, VA3GS (SK) est intronisé au Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur du Canada 2025The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Geoff Smith, VA3GS (SK), has been named to the Hall of Fame.Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs by appointments to
- [RAC Advanced Course for Maple Leaf Operators: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-advanced-course-for-maple-leaf-operators-winter-2026/) - Course information | Instruction | Syllabus | Requirements | Registration Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course so that individuals can upgrade their qualifications. With your Advanced Certificate, you can run higher power, operate a remotely-controlled station, obtain operating privileges when travelling overseas, set up repeaters, be the
- [November-December 2025 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/november-december-2025-etca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the November-December 2025 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the November-December 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit:https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de novembre-décembre 2025 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro novembre-décembre 2025 de la
- [Hurricane Melissa Update: October 30, 2025](https://www.rac.ca/hurricane-melissa-update-october-30-2025/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) has been actively monitoring Hurricane Melissa. Hurricane Melissa is currently a Category 1 hurricane as it nears Bermuda. The storm has already caused significant destruction across the Caribbean, including Category 5 landfall in Jamaica and Category 3 landfall in Cuba earlier this week. Radio Amateurs of Canada urges all Canadian Amateur Radio operators to protect the frequencies currently being utilized for disaster response on HF (High Frequency). Please see the PDF document provided below. It is vital that we maintain clear communication channels to assist those affected during this critical time. Your cooperation in safeguarding these frequencies is crucial for effective disaster response.
- [RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-affiliated-club-insurance-program-2026/) - RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program 2026Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from Amateur Radio clubs across the country for our Liability Insurance Program for 2026.RAC runs the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program each year to provide Canadian Amateur Radio clubs with liability insurance coverage – often needed
- [RAC Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with Auxiliary Communications Service and New Recruitment Plan](https://www.rac.ca/rac-strengthens-emergency-preparedness-with-auxiliary-communications-service-and-new-recruitment-plan/) - Media Release | Ontario GovernmentRadio Amateurs of Canada is receiving $545,000 to recruit and retain volunteers, upgrade skills and prepare teams for deployment within Ontario. These efforts will ensure a sustainable volunteer workforce is prepared with necessary skills for emergency telecommunications. Radio Amateurs of Canada Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with Auxiliary Communications Service and New Recruitment
- [September-October 2025 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/september-october-2025-etca-is-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the September-October 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro septembre-octobre 2025 de la revue TCA est désormais disponible pour visualisation ou téléchargement.
- [Impact of National Postal Strike in Canada: September 2025](https://www.rac.ca/impact-of-national-postal-strike-in-canada-september-2025/) - OTTAWA – September 29, 2025The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a national strike on Thursday, September 25. As a result Canada Post’s operations has shut down during the national strike, affecting millions of Canadians and businesses across the country. This has also impacted any shipments or mail to or from Radio Amateurs of
- [RAC Basic and Advanced Courses Fall 2025: now underway!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-basic-and-advanced-courses-fall-2025/) - RAC Basic Course: Fall 2025The course is now underway. Please visit the Basic Course registration page at the link provided for more information.Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so that individuals from all across Canada can obtain their Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification.Course information:The course will again
- [Impact of National Postal Strike in Canada](https://www.rac.ca/impact-of-national-postal-strike-in-canada/) - OTTAWA – September 29, 2025 The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) began a national strike on Thursday, September 25. As a result Canada Post’s operations has shut down during the national strike, affecting millions of Canadians and businesses across the country. This has also impacted any shipments or mail to or from Radio Amateurs
- [Remembrance Ceremony for Fern Blodgett Sunde in Cobourg, Ontario on September 19, 2025](https://www.rac.ca/fern-blodgett-sunde-remembrance-ceremony-september19-cobourg/) - On September 19, 2025, a Remembrance Ceremony is being held in Cobourg, Ontario for Fern Blodgett Sunde – the first Canadian female wireless radio operator who made 78 crossings of the Atlantic in WWII.
- [RAC Annual General Meeting: September 6, 2025](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-september-6-2025/) - The RAC Annual General Meeting will take place in Ottawa this coming Saturday, September 6. It will also be available via Zoom as described below. Please visit the AGM webpage for complete info. La Réunion de planification prévue aura lieu le jeudi 3 et le vendredi 4 septembre, en amont de l’Assemblée générale annuelle prévue le samedi 6 septembre.
- [RAC Response to Proposal to US FCC about Satellites](https://www.rac.ca/rac-response-to-fcc-docket-25-201/) - Commentaires de RAC sur la procédure engagée par la FCC des États-Unis au sujet des satellites RAC Response to Proposal to US FCC about Satellites For immediate release July 25, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) has taken note of the concerns raised by Canadian and international Amateurs regarding a proposal
- [Update of Basic Amateur Radio Exam (ISED)](https://www.rac.ca/update-of-basic-amateur-radio-exam-ised/) - Mise à jour de l’examen de compétence de base pour les radioamateurs New Basic Amateur Radio Question Bank For immediate release – July 15, 2025 On January 27, 2025, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released the new Basic Qualification Question Bank for Amateur Radio. This new Question Bank will be used for all
- [ISED Releases New Basic Amateur Radio Question Bank](https://www.rac.ca/ised-releases-new-basic-amateur-radio-question-bank/) - On January 27, 2025, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released the new Basic Qualification Question Bank for Amateur Radio. Le 27 janvier 2025, Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISDE) a publié la nouvelle Banque de questions pour le certificat d'opérateur radioamateur avec compétence de base.
- [Delivery of July-August 2025 TCA to be delayed](https://www.rac.ca/delivery-of-july-august-2025-tca-to-be-delayed/) - Delivery of TCA to be delayed due to closure of Maracle Inc.The delivery of the July-August 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine will be delayed as a result of the closure of the printing company.Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that Maracle Inc publishing company has closed its doors permanently. The magazine
- [July-August 2025 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/july-august-2025-tca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the July-August 2025 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the July-August 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit:https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de juillet-août 2025 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro juillet-août 2025 de la
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules: July 1, 2024](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules-july-1-2024/) - Each year on July 1, the anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, Radio Amateurs of Canada sponsors the RAC Canada Day Contest and Amateurs all over the world are invited to Canada’s Birthday Party on the air. Chaque année, le 1er juillet, date anniversaire de la Confédération canadienne, Radio Amateurs du Canada parraine le Concours RAC de la fête du Canada et invite les amateurs du monde entier à nous retrouver sur les ondes pour célébrer avec nous l’aboutissement d’un processus capital pour l’histoire de notre pays.
- [Museum Ships Weekend: June 6 to 8 | 2025](https://www.rac.ca/museum-ships-weekend-june-6-to-8/) - Every year in early June, Amateur Radio operators from around the world take part in a unique event known as Museum Ships Weekend. This annual event celebrates the history of ships and submarines that have been preserved and converted into museums worldwide. Radio waves are used to keep their stories alive and share them with
- [ISED Releases New Documents for Amateur Exams](https://www.rac.ca/ised-releases-new-documents-for-amateur-exams/) - Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)Releases New Documents for Amateur Exams Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISDE) diffuse de nouveaux documents portant sur les examens destinés aux amateurs For immediate release | June 2, 2025 On May 30, 2025, Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) published three important documents related to the
- [Youth On The Air (YOTA) Camp Special Event Station: July 2023](https://www.rac.ca/youth-on-the-air-camp-special-event-station/) - YOTA Camp 2023 | Ottawa | July 16-21, 2023 – English | French | YOTA website Background information about YOTA Camp 2023 | Ottawa, Canada Special Event Station VE3YOTA The camp for young Amateur Radio operators in North, Central and South America will operate special event station VE3YOTA while camp is in session from July
- [May-June 2025 TCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/may-june-2025-tca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the May-June 2025 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the May-June 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit:https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de mai-juin 2025 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro mai-juin 2025 de la
- [Update on Phishing Attempts and Cybersecurity Tips](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-phishing-attempts-and-cybersecurity-tips/) - For immediate release – May 22, 2025:We continue to receive reports from RAC members of phishing attempts by individuals purporting to be from Radio Amateurs of Canada or who are forwarding a message on their behalf.The latest reports use subjects and messages involving:—“Moving to a New Secure Email Platform”“Final Minutes and Announcements”“Secure Documents | Norton
- [RAC Amateur of the Year 2024 Award: Mike Kelly, VE3FFK](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year-2024-award-mike-kelly-ve3ffk/) - Radio amateur de l'année de RAC pour 2024 : Mike Kelly, VE3FFK For immediate release:The RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in selecting Mike Kelly, VE3FFK, of Ottawa, Ontario as the recipient of the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2024.Through the RAC Amateur of the Year Award, Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes the
- ["IARU Centenary: Amateur Radio Services at the Forefront"](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-centenary-amateur-radio-services-at-the-forefront/) - The following article by Tim Ellam, VE6SH, is courtesy of the International Telecommunications Union: April 17, 2025 (tomorrow is World Amateur Radio Day!)RAC President Allan Boyd, VE3AJB/VE3EMI would like to bring your attention to an article by Tim Ellam, VE6SH, President of the International Amateur Radio Union, in the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) newsletter about
- [Former RAC Vice-President Ian MacFarquhar, VE9IM, SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-vice-president-ian-macfarquhar-ve9im-sk/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC Vice-President, Ian MacFarquhar, VE9IM, became a Silent Key on April 8, 2025, at the age of 75. RAC would like to extend its sincere condolences to his family and friends.
- [City of Ottawa issues Proclamation for World Amateur Radio Day](https://www.rac.ca/city-of-ottawa-issues-proclamation-for-world-amateur-radio-day/) - Mayor Mark Sutcliffe proclaimed April 18, 2025 as World Amateur Radio Day in Ottawa and Ottawa-area Amateur Radio enthusiasts are celebrating with community engagement events across the region. The proclamation coincides with the global celebration of World Amateur Radio Day, the date of the formation of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU), 100 years ago
- [Vote Now to Save Marconi's Towers at Battle Harbour National Historic Site](https://www.rac.ca/vote-now-to-save-marconis-towers-at-battle-harbour-national-historic-site/) - The Battle Harbour National Historic Trust has two of the last paired Marconi Towers to be found anywhere. We are currently in a competition to win $50K to have funds to fix them up and make sure they stand for another 100 years. The iconic Battle Harbour Marconi Towers, are a symbol of Labrador's connection to the world! Originally built in 1906 and rebuilt in 1931, this Marconi station transmitted groundbreaking messages including Admiral Peary's North Pole expedition in 1909. With your vote, we can protect them for future generations You can vote daily up to April 17:
- [RAC Will Not Attend Hamvention this Year](https://www.rac.ca/rac-will-not-attend-hamvention-this-year/) - At its meeting on March 27, 2025, the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada voted unanimously to cancel RAC’s plans to operate a booth at Hamvention (Dayton) in Xenia, Ohio in May. Lors de sa réunion du 27 mars 2025, le Conseil d'administration de Radio Amateurs du Canada a voté à l'unanimité l'annulation du projet de RAC de tenir un kiosque à la “Hamvention” (Dayton) organisée en mai à Xenia, en Ohio.
- [Special Advisory Notice: Hurricane Milton Update](https://www.rac.ca/special-advisory-notice-hurricane-milton-update/) - For immediate release | October 8, 2024 Jason Tremblay, VE3JXTRAC Community Services Officercommunity@rac.caRadio of Amateurs of Canada has received a request from the Winlink Development team to issue the following statement about Hurricane Milton:“The Winlink Development Team from the United States has requested that all non-essential traffic on the Winlink system be suspended, including tests, weekly nets, etc., until
- [News items about Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/news/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada News Posts: RAC Amateur of the Year 2025 Award Read More » 2026-02-20 No Comments Auxiliary Communications Service COMMS Expo & Exercise: Enhancing Emergency Preparedness in Ontario Read More » 2026-01-22 No Comments RAC Basic Qualification Amateur Radio Course: Winter 2026 Read More » 2026-01-09 No Comments TCA magazine January-February 2026
- [March-April 2025 TCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/march-april-2025-tca-is-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the March-April 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro mars-avril 2025 de la revue TCA est désormais disponible pour visualisation ou téléchargement.
- [Commonwealth Contest 2025](https://www.rac.ca/commonwealth-contest-2025/) - The annual Commonwealth Contest (CC) takes place very soon from 1000z Saturday, March 8 to 0959z Sunday March 9. This 24-hour CW-only contest takes place on the five HF contest bands (80, 40, 20, 15 and 10 metres). Le Concours du Commonwealth (CC) annuel aura lieu très bientôt, de 10 h 00 UTC le samedi 8 mars à 9 h 59 UTC le dimanche 9 mars. D’une durée 24 heures, ce concours réservé aux communications en code Morse se déroule sur les cinq bandes utilisées pour les compétitions (80, 40, 20, 15 et 10 mètres).
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2024: Summary of Logs](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2024-summary-of-logs/) - A summary of logs received for the 2024 RAC Canada Winter Contest is now available on the RAC Contesting Rules and Results webpage.
- [RAC President Allan Boyd, VE3AJB, Attends Annual ARRL Board Meeting: January 17-18](https://www.rac.ca/rac-president-alan-boyd-ve3ajb-attends-annual-arrl-board-meeting-january-17-18/) - For immediate release: January 18, 2025RAC President Allan Boyd, VA3AJB, attended the annual Board of Directors meeting of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) in Windsor, Connecticut which was held on January 17 and 18, 2025.The ARRL Board Meetings are held twice each year, in January and July, and RAC President Allan Boyd, VA3AJB, and
- [Volunteer Opportunities | Possibilités de bénévolat](https://www.rac.ca/volunteer-opportunities-possibilites-de-benevolat/) - RAC continues to provide many programs and services to its members and strives to adapt to meet today’s requirements, but we need your help to do so. RAC continue d’offrir de nombreux programmes et services à ses members et s’efforce d’adapter son action en fonction des exigences à satisfaire de nos jours, mais pour y
- [Changes to the RAC Challenge – January 2025](https://www.rac.ca/changes-to-the-rac-challenge-january-2025/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Contests and Awards Committee is pleased to announce the following changes to the RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge. We have made some changes to the points system to try and keep the race a little tighter, differentiate mobile operations, and continue to encourage contacts on less used frequency bands on both ends of the spectrum. Le comité des concours et diplômes RAC a le plaisir d'annoncer les changements suivants au programme des diplômes RAC. Nous avons fait quelques changements au systême de pointage afin de rendre la course un peu plus serrée, de différencier les opérations mobiles, et de continuer à encourager des contacts sur les bandes de fréquences un peu moins utilisées des deux extrémités du spectre.
- [January-February 2025 TCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/january-february-2025-tca-is-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the January-February 2025 TCA is now available for viewing or download. La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro janvier-février 2025 de la revue TCA est désormais disponible pour visualisation ou téléchargement.
- [December is Youth On The Air (YOTA) Month!](https://www.rac.ca/december-is-youth-on-the-air-yota-month/) - Above image courtesy of the official YOTA Month website: https://events.ham-yota.com/ YOTA Month 2023 overview: Download (PDF, 1.69MB)YOTA Month 2024 Participants:Stations located within the Americas include:In Canada:Ariel, VE2SZU, will be VC2YOTAMaria, VE3OMV, and Daniel, VE3FCT, will be VC3YOTAAndrew and his class will be VB7YOTA—In the USA: K8YYOTA, K8OYOTA, K8TYOTA and W8AYOTAIn El Salvador: YS1YOTAIn Argentina: LT4YOTAQSL and
- [RAC Website Encryption Registry](https://www.rac.ca/rac-website-encryption-registry/) - Our regulator – Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) – has agreed that an open webpage on the RAC website would meet this regulatory requirement. As a result, Radio Amateurs of Canada has created an open webpage (www.rac.ca/encryption) to allow Canadian Amateurs to publish their encryption keys. RAC has made this page available to all Amateurs – members and non-members alike. Notre instance de réglementation – Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada (ISDE) – a fait savoir que l’insertion dans le site Web de RAC d’une page appropriée ouverte permettrait de satisfaire à cette exigence réglementaire. En conséquence, Radio Amateurs du Canada a créé une page Web ouverte pour permettre aux amateurs canadiens de publier leurs clés d’encryptage (www.rac.ca/encryption). RAC a mis cette page à la disposition de tous les amateurs, qu’ils soient membres ou non.
- [Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK) and John Schouten, VE7TI, Appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 2024](https://www.rac.ca/adam-farson-va7oj-and-john-schouten-ve7ti-appointed-to-hall-of-fame-2024/) - Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK) and John Schouten, VE7TI, Appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameThe Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that John Schouten, VE7TI, and Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK), have been named to the Hall of Fame. Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs https://www.rac.ca/adam-farson-va7oj-and-john-schouten-ve7ti-appointed-to-hall-of-fame-2024/
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2024: December 28](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2024-december-28/) - Note: A PDF version of the complete rules is available below in English. The French version is now being translated. Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Download (PDF, 788KB) In December each year the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the Canda Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world
- [November-December 2024 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/november-december-2024-etca-is-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the November-December 2024 TCA is now available for viewing or download. La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro novembre-décembre 2024 de la revue TCA est désormais disponible pour visualisation ou téléchargement.
- [JOTA: Jamboree on the Air – October 19-20](https://www.rac.ca/jota-jamboree-on-the-air-october-19-20/) - The following information is courtesy of the Scouts JOTA-JOTI website:The Jamboree On The Air is an annual event in which Scouts and Guides all over the world connect with each other by means of Amateur Radio. Short-wave radio signals carry their voices to virtually any corner of the world.It’s the shear excitement of having a
- [RAC Auxiliary Communications (AUX-C) Communicator Course](https://www.rac.ca/rac-auxiliary-communications-communicator-course/) - Course Overview | Course Outline | Registration Information September 17 Update: RAC Auxiliary Communications (AUX-C) Course Update: We have added two new RAC Auxiliary Communications (Aux-C) Communicator Courses this September. The courses will be held in York Region and in the Niagara Region. The details are listed below and space is still available. Upcoming courses:York
- [RAC Basic and Advanced Courses Fall 2024](https://www.rac.ca/rac-basic-and-advanced-courses-fall-2024/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to present the Fall session of both the Basic and Advanced Amateur Radio Courses. Registration is now underway! Please see below for more information. RAC Basic Qualification CourseThe Fall 2024 RAC Basic Qualification course began on September 15 but there is still space available by registering here – RAC
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2019: Saturday, September 14](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-saturday-september-14/) - Webinar | Disponible en françaisNotice to RAC Members:The Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Riverview, New Brunswick just outside of Moncton.The AGM event will be hosted by the Moncton Area Amateur Radio Club and will be held in conjunction with its Annual Fleamarket, which is being held
- [RAC President's Message: September 2024](https://www.rac.ca/rac-presidents-message-september-2024/) - Finally, it is with mixed feelings that I announce my resignation as President of Radio Amateurs of Canada, effective November 1, 2024. While leading Canada’s national organization has been the pinnacle of my time as a Radio Amateur, my family has moved full-time to Boquete in Panama’s Chiriquí province. Enfin, c’est avec des sentiments mitigés que j’annonce ma démission du poste de président de Radio Amateurs du Canada, à compter du 1er novembre 2024. Il est certes évident que mon accession à la direction de la principale organisation nationale du Canada a constitué le point culminant de mon parcours de radio amateur, mais il se fait que ma famille a déménagé pour s’installer à plein temps à Boquete, dans la province de Chiriqui au Panama.
- [September-October 2024 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/september-october-2024-etca-is-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the September-October 2024 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.
- [Update on Phishing attempts and Cybersecurity Tips](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-phishing-attempts-and-cybersecurity-tips-february-2024/) - RAC Bulletin February 21, 2024:There have been several recent reports from RAC members of phishing attempts by someone purporting to be from Radio Amateurs of Canada.Phishing attempts use publicly available information to fake legitimacy. In some cases they use the names and contact information of RAC officials to gain your trust.For example, today’s phishing attempt falsely
- [Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. 2024](https://www.rac.ca/call-for-nominations-of-candidates-for-regional-director-to-serve-on-the-board-of-directors-of-radio-amateurs-of-canada-inc-2024/) - Notice to RAC members residing in the Atlantic, British Columbia / Yukon, Midwest and Ontario North/East Regions | Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. Avis aux membres du RAC résidant dans les régions de l’Atlantique, de la Colombie-Britannique/Yukon, du Midwest et de l’Ontario Nord/Est | Appel de mises en candidature pour le poste de directeur de région siégeant au conseil de direction de Radio Amateurs du Canada inc.
- [Delivery of July-August 2024 TCA has been delayed](https://www.rac.ca/delivery-of-july-august-2024-tca-has-been-delayed/) - The delivery of the July-August 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine has been delayed as a result of technical issues at the printer. We apologize for the inconvenience. La livraison du numéro de juillet-août 2024 du magazine The Canadian Amateur a été retardée en raison de problèmes techniques chez l'imprimeur. Nous nous excusons pour ce désagrément.
- [ARISS Contact: YOTA Camp 2024 at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia on July 9](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-yota-camp-2024-at-mount-saint-vincent-university-in-halifax-nova-scotia-on-july-9/) - Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) has received schedule confirmation for an ARISS radio contact between an astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and youths at the Youth On the Air 2024 camp located in Mount Saint Vincent University, Nova Scotia, Canada. The ARISS radio contact is scheduled for July 9, 2024 at 12:06:38 pm/am ADT (Nova Scotia, CAN) (15:06:38 UTC, 11:06 am EDT, 10:06 am CDT,9:06 am MDT, 8:06 am PDT). Watch the ARISS Contact live via Youth On The Air YouTube.
- [New Bob Heil, K9EID Memorial YOTA Camp Amateur Radio Shack](https://www.rac.ca/new-bob-heil-k9eid-memorial-yota-camp-amateur-radio-shack/) - In memory of Bob Heil, K9EID, the Youth On The Air (YPTA) shack will be named the Bob Heil, K9EID Memorial YOTA Camp Amateur Radio Shack.
- [Update of ISED's Review of Basic Amateur Exam Questions](https://www.rac.ca/update-of-ised-review-of-basic-amateur-exam-questions/) - ISED Gives Advance Notice of Update of Basic Amateur Radio Exam Questions For immediate release – July 6, 2024 On July 5, 2024, Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) posted the following announcement on its website: “Working with the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) plans to update Working with the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC), Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) plans to update the Basic Amateur Exam questions and answers in early 2025.
- [RAC Grants and Scholarships Available Now!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-grants-and-scholarships-available-now/) - Deadline for applications: October 31 Al Eros, VE4ZB – RAC Scholarship and Grants Coordinator – grants@rac.caThe RAC Foundation is now accepting Scholastic Grant applications from eligible Amateurs for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline for all grants is October 31.Through the the RAC Foundation Program, Radio Amateurs of Canada provides grants and scholarships to
- [July-August 2024 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/july-august-2024-etca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the July-August 2024 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the July-August 2024 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit: https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de juillet-août 2024 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro juillet-août 2024 de la
- [CANWARN Training and Special Event: June 20 and 25](https://www.rac.ca/canwarn-training-and-beyond-canwarn-special-event/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to present another CanWarn training sessions for Amateurs and non-Amateurs. Date: Thursday June 20, 2024, at 7 pm EST. We are also hosting a "Beyond CanWarn 2024: A Fireside Chat" special event on Tuesday, June 25 at 7 pm EST.
- [Dayton Hamvention 2024](https://www.rac.ca/dayton-hamvention-2024/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada hosted a booth at the Dayton Hamvention from May 17 to May 19 at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center near Dayton, Ohio. Thank you for dropping by! It was great seeing everyone.
- [Canada-Wide Science Fair and STEM Expo: May 26 to 31, 2024](https://www.rac.ca/canada-wide-science-fair-and-stem-expo-may-26-to-31-2024/) - OTTAWA, May 17, 2024 – The 62nd edition of the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF), Canada’s largest annual youth STEM event, will be held at Carleton University from May 26 to 31, 2024. This year, 387 student finalists from all 13 provinces and territories will gather to display their STEM projects and compete for over $1.3 million
- [May-June 2024 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/may-june-2024-etca-is-now-available/) - Welcome to the May-June 2024 issue of The Canadian AmateurThe digital (eTCA) version of the May-June 2024 TCA is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now at the printer.To download your copy please visit: https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/——Bienvenue au numéro de mai-juin 2024 de “The Canadian Amateur”.La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro mai-juin 2024 de la
- [Incorrect Email sent to RAC Members about Membership Cancellation](https://www.rac.ca/incorrect-email-sent-to-rac-members-about-membership-cancellation/) - RAC Bulletin April 13, 2024: Incorrect Message sent to MembersWe have received several reports from RAC members who have received a message from Radio Amateurs of Canada which indicates that their membership has ended.This message was in fact sent by Radio Amateurs of Canada to RAC members, but it was entirely as a result of a technical error while
- [Roland Peddle, VE6RL (VO1BD), appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/roland-peddle-appointed-to-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - Disponible en françaisThe Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame are pleased to appoint Roland C. Peddle, VE6RL (VO1BD) of Lethbridge, Alberta to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame for the year 2017.The Constitution for the Hall of Fame specifies that the appointment is made “for outstanding achievement and excellence
- [Hall of Fame Member Roland Peddle, VE6RL (VO1BD) SK](https://www.rac.ca/hall-of-fame-member-roland-peddle-ve6rl-vo1bd-sk/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that Roland Clarence Peddle, VE6RL (VO1BD), became a Silent Key on December 7, 2017 at the age of 86. Roly was recently inducted into the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) at an event in Lethbridge, Alberta on November 28, 2017. Bruce Stewart, VE6ATY, represented Radio Amateurs
- [Neil Carleton, VE3NCE, Inducted into Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/neil-carleton-inducted-into-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - Richard Ferch, VE3KI (RAC Regulatory Affairs) and John Grow, VE2EQL (CARHOF Trustee) present the Hall of Fame plaque to a smiling Neil Carleton, VE3NCE (centre)On Saturday, January 19, 2019, with temperatures hovering at -24 Celsius, 50 Almonte Amateur Radio Club (AARC) members and friends gathered for their annual dinner evening in Almonte, Ontario.The highlight of
- [Neil Carleton, VE3NCE, appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/neil-carleton-ve3nce-appointed-to-the-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - For immediate release:The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Neil Carleton, VE3NCE, of Almonte, Ontario has been named to the Hall of Fame.Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs by appointments to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame. The Constitution for the Hall specifies
- [Quebec QSO Party: Sunday, April 21](https://www.rac.ca/quebec-qso-party-sunday-april-21/) - April 6, 2024 – By / par Georges-André Chaudron, VE2VAB, coordonnateur du QSO Party du Québec | Club de Radio Amateur de l’Outaouais Links: Quebec QSO Party | Ontario QSO Party | RAC Contest Calendar On Sunday April 21, Amateur Radio operators from the province of Québec will be in the spotlight. Join us for
- [Canadian Amateurs Invited to Participate in Solar Eclipse Project](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-amateurs-invited-to-participate-in-solar-eclipse-project/) - Contribute to Eclipse Science and History: Research Propagation with Your Receiver!Previously posted on March 5, 2024 – The Case Amateur Radio Club W8EDU of Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio is excited to invite Canadian Amateurs to participate in the upcoming CHU Eclipse Data Collection Project!We will be monitoring the reception of the Canadian time
- [HamSCI Presents the Solar Eclipse QSO Party: April 8, 2024](https://www.rac.ca/hamsci-presents-the-solar-eclipse-qso-party-april-8-2024/) - Only One Week To Go: HamSCI Presents the Solar Eclipse QSO Party! Join with thousands of your fellow Amateurs as part of the largest crowd-sourced event for Amateur Radio scientific exploration ever! The SEQP is part of The Festivals of Eclipse Ionospheric Science and is for learning more about how the ionosphere works. Use any mode,
- [ARISS Contact: St John's School Authority in St John's, Newfoundland on March 27, 2024 was a success!](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-st-johns-newfoundland-on-march-27-2024/) - Date: Wednesday, March 27 | Time: 16:25:27 UTC 89 deg | Livestream available at: Telebridge via ON4ISS | Astronaut Loral O’Hara, KI5TOM In a nod to history and a leap into the future, Amateur Radio operators Lillian Fidler, VO1XYL and Jim Fidler, VO1RV, are spearheading a remarkable event that will connect Grade 9 students in St.
- [Canada-Wide Science Fair and STEAM 2017: May 18-20](https://www.rac.ca/canada-wide-science-fair-and-steam-2017/) - The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) is now underway in Regina, Saskatchewan. As described on their website, “CWSF brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) out of the classroom – engaging youth in STEM solutions to real world issues. CWSF is a celebration of Canada’s brightest young minds and an inspiring exploration in STEM for the
- [Canada-Wide Science Fair 2023 and Youth STEM Expo](https://www.rac.ca/canada-wide-science-fair-2023-and-youth-stem-expo/) - The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) is the country’s largest annual youth science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) event, bringing together top young scientists and their projects, selected by our national network of over 100 regional STEM fairs in every province and territory. The Canada-Wide Science Fair is taking place in Edmonton, Alberta. It is once
- [US-based Digital Group Seeks Opinions of Canadian Amateurs](https://www.rac.ca/us-based-digital-group-seeks-opinions-of-canadian-amateurs/) - US-based Digital Group Seeks Opinions of Canadian AmateursAmateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC; also known as 44Net or AMPRNet) – “a private foundation that exists to support Amateur Radio and digital communication science and technology” – is conducting a worldwide survey of Radio Amateurs.ARDC’s Outreach Manager, John Hays, K7VE, recently asked RAC to bring this survey to
- [Field Day 2022: Weekend of June 25-26](https://www.rac.ca/field-day-2022-weekend-of-june-25-26/) - RAC President Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was active for Field Day 2020 and in the RAC Canada Day Contest. You can follow Phil on his Twitter account. Field Day is always the 4th full weekend in June. The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) / Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Field Day is held annually during the
- [Hurricane Dorian Updates](https://www.rac.ca/hurricane-dorion-update-environment-canada-issues-second-statement/) - Environment Canada is issuing regular updates about Hurricane Dorian on their website at:https://www.weather.gc.ca/hurricane/statements_e.htmlUpdate for Post-tropical Storm DorianSunday, September 8, 2019 at 03:00 p.m. ADT:https://www.weather.gc.ca/hurricane/statements_e.htmlTropical cyclone information statement for:Newfoundland and Labrador:Cartwright to Black TickleEagle RiverNewfoundlandNorman Bay to Lodge BayRed Bay to L’Anse-au-ClairQuébec – south:Blanc-SablonCheveryThe centre of Post-Tropical cyclone Dorian is now moving steadily towards the Strait of
- [Marcel Mongeon, VA3DDD, and Tim Ellam, VE6SH, Nominated for “Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers”](https://www.rac.ca/marcel-mongeon-va3ddd-and-tim-ellam-ve6sh-nominated-for-top-25-most-influential-lawyers/) - Please vote now for Marcel Mongeon, VA3DD and Tim Ellam, VE6SH Note: To vote on this survey you need to first go to the survey by clicking on the link provided below and then go to the very bottom of each page and click on “Next”. Marcel’s name and information can be found on the third
- [CANWARN 2021 and Beyond: Wednesday, June 9](https://www.rac.ca/canwarn-2021-and-beyond/) - For immediate release:Please register now at the link provided below.Jason Tremblay, VE3JXTRAC Community Services OfficerRadio Amateurs of Canada (RAC), the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada, is pleased to present a special event for Amateurs and non-Amateurs: CANWARN 2021 and Beyond.CANWARN (CANadian Weather Amateur Radio Network) is a network of volunteer Amateur Radio operators who
- [New ARISS-USA organization has been launched!](https://www.rac.ca/new-ariss-usa-organization-has-been-launched/) - ARISS USA | ARISS Canada | ARISS Video | Upcoming Contacts ARISS-USA is now the US-based organization connecting students with astronauts in space.Towson, Maryland – June 4, 2020In late May, the USA team of the ARISS International working group became an incorporated non-profit entity in the state of Maryland, officially becoming ARISS-USA. This move allows ARISS-USA to
- [Thank you for your response to the RAC Online Amateur Radio Courses!](https://www.rac.ca/radio-amateurs-of-canada-offers-new-online-amateur-radio-courses/) - New RAC Online Amateur Radio Courses: Basic | Advanced Important Notice: Both of the Basic and Advanced courses are now full and registration has closed. Thank you for your support!Thank you for the great response to the new RAC online courses! The level of interest in and the demand for the online Amateur Radio Qualification
- [IARU Administrative Council Addresses Wide-Ranging Agenda in Virtual Meeting](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-administrative-council-addresses-wide-ranging-agenda-in-virtual-meeting/) - IARU News Release | October 2020For immediate release:The Administrative Council (AC) of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) held its annual meeting from October 8 to October 10. The AC is responsible for the policy and management of the IARU and consists of the three IARU international officers and two representatives from each of the
- [RAC Canada 150 Award Program: Updated January 4](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-150-award-program/) - To celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, Radio Amateurs of Canada was pleased to present the RAC Canada 150 Award program in 2017. The 14 special RAC call signs were activated by volunteers (see the tentative list of operations below) throughout the second half of 2017 starting with the RAC Canada Day Contest on July 1 and ending
- [Clear Frequencies Requested for Net Providing 24/7 Coverage of St Vincent Volcanic Eruption](https://www.rac.ca/clear-frequencies-requested-for-net-coverage-of-st-vincent-volcanic-eruption/) - For immediate release:April 20, 2021 –The Caribbean Emergency and Weather Net (CEWN) has been providing round-the-clock coverage during the La Soufriere volcanic eruption on the island of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.Several neighbouring islands are also being affected by the disaster.When responding to disasters and emergencies such as this, the CEWN utilizes 3.815 MHz LSB
- [Field Day 2021: Weekend of June 26-27](https://www.rac.ca/field-day-2021-weekend-of-june-26-27/) - RAC Ontario South Director Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was active for last year’s Field Day 2020 and in the RAC Canada Day Contest. You can follow Phil on his Twitter account. Field Day 2021: ARRL extends temporary rule waiversThe American Radio Relay League (ARRL) / Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Field Day is held annually during
- [ARISS contact with Ottawa Carleton Virtual Online School: A success!](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-with-ottawa-carleton-virtual-online-school-friday-february-5/) - ARISS contact info | Multipoint Telebridge | Questions Ottawa, OntarioARISS Event: February 5, 2021 – As part of the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) program, NASA Astronaut Mike Hopkins, KF5LJG, will connect with students from the Ottawa Carleton Virtual Online School in Ottawa, Ontario and answer their questions (see below), live from the International Space Station (ISS).The
- [Former RAC President Farrell (Hoppy) Hopwood, VE7RD SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-president-farrell-hoppy-hopwood-ve7rd-sk/) - Farrell (Hoppy) Hopwood, VE7RD SK: Member of Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 2015Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC President, Farrell Hopwood, VE7RD, became a Silent Key on December 8, 2020 at age 91.The following information was extracted from the online obituary notice which was published in North Shore News on December 30.“Farrell
- [Special Event commemorates the Reconstruction of Flanders Fields](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-op20feniks-reconstruction-of-flanders-fields/) - Special Event Station OP20FENIKS (“Phoenix 2020”): November 2020To bring “Phoenix 2020: The Great Reconstruction after the First World War in the Westhoek in Belgium” to worldwide attention, the Radio Amateurs of the Royal Union of Belgian Radio Amateurs (UBA) from Gullegem and IPR from Ypres – located in West Flanders in the Belgian province of West Flanders
- [International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend 2020 is this weekend](https://www.rac.ca/international-lighthouse-lightship-weekend-2020-is-this-weekend/) - The International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend (ILLW) has been held on the third full weekend each August since 1998. This year the event will be held this coming weekend on August 22-23.The ILLW website (https://illw.net/) describes the event as follows:“The ILLW attracts over 500 lighthouse entries located in over 40 countries. It is one of the
- [IARU HF World Championship 2020](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-hf-world-championship-2020/) - IARU HF Championships: July 11 and 12The aim of the IARU HF Championships is to contact as many other Amateurs, especially International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Member Society HQ stations, around the world as possible using the 160, 80, 40, 20, 15 and 10 metre bands, and using phone and CW.The Contest runs from 12:00
- [Registration for the Summer 2020 RAC Advanced Course has ended](https://www.rac.ca/summer-2020-advanced-course-now-available/) - Advanced Course: Registration now closed | Basic Course: Stay tuned Thank You!Thank you for another great response to our Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course for RAC Maple Leaf Operators. The class will be beginning soon so registration has been closed. We are now working on a summer Basic Qualification Amateur Radio Course and should have
- [ARISS celebrating successful launch carrying Interoperable Radio System to ISS](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-celebrating-successful-launch-carrying-interoperable-radio-system-to-iss/) - March 9, 2020 – The SpaceX Dragon resupply ship is pictured attached to the International Space Station’s Harmony module as both spacecraft were soaring into an orbital sunrise 264 miles above the American state of Nevada. Photo courtesy of NASA and SpaceX. The following news item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League:Amateur Radio
- [Dayton Hamvention 2020 has been cancelled: refunds now available](https://www.rac.ca/dayton-hamvention-2020/) - Refund Procedures are now in Place for Dayton Hamvention-Associated Social EventsMarch 20, 2020 update: Refunds are now being processed for Dayton Hamvention-associated social gatherings, including Contest University, Contest Dinner, and Top Band Dinner. Each event has its own procedures. Those who signed up for the DX Dinner will be able to obtain refunds via PayPal. An email to all
- [Special Event for Biathlon World Championships 2020](https://www.rac.ca/ii3bia-special-event-biathlon-world-championships/) - The Biathlon World Championships 2020 are scheduled to take place in Antholz-Anterselva, Italy, from February 12 until 23.The Associazione Radioamatori Italiani has organized a special event for the Championships using the special call sign II3BIA and it will be on the air from February 1 to February 29.Special call sign: II3BIAActivity: from 00:01 UTC of
- [Former RAC North/East Ontario Director Bill Unger, VE3XT SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-north-east-ontario-director-bill-unger-ve3xt-sk/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC North/East Ontario Regional Director Bill Unger, VE3XT, has become a Silent Key.The following information was extracted from the online obituary notice.In addition to the volunteer activities described in the following obituary, Bill was also the Chair of the RAC Scholarship and
- [Countdown to WRC-19: Regional Organizations Wrapping Up Preparations](https://www.rac.ca/countdown-to-wrc-19-regional-organizations-wrapping-up-preparations/) - The World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt from October 28 to November 22, 2019. Stay tuned for additional information about the Conference in the pages of The Canadian Amateur magazine, on the RAC website and in social media using #RACatWRC19. The following news item is courtesy of the American
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 8](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-8/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: Day 9 – QRT](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-day-9-qrt/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil and his team
- [Countdown to WRC-19: Highlights of CITEL WRC Preparatory Meeting](https://www.rac.ca/countdown-to-wrc-19-highlights-of-citel-wrc-preparatory-meeting/) - CITEL, the telecommunications committee of the Organization of American States, concluded a week of meetings on Friday, August 16 at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa.These meetings have as their principal purpose to try to establish common positions on agenda items which will be acted upon during the World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) which begins on
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 5](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-5/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 2](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-2/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 3](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-3/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 4](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-4/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 6](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-6/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 7](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-7/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8. Phil will be providing
- [VE100VIMY: Be A Part of History](https://www.rac.ca/ve100vimy-be-a-part-of-history/) - The VE100VIMY project began in 2012 when Don Studney, VE7DS, led the formation of the Richmond BC based Vimy Commemorative Station Society. Since then planning and preparation has been done in Canada with support from Amateur Radio clubs, Radio Amateurs of Canada, Hammond Radio, Radioworld (Calgary and Toronto) and Spiderbeam (Germany). In the lead-up to
- [TM100Vimy Special Event](https://www.rac.ca/tm100vimy-special-event/) - The following information is from the VE100VIMY website at https://ve100vimy.ca/tm100vimy/ The operations from the Canadian VIMY war memorial site will commence 0000z April 1 and continue to April 10 with 17 operators and 2 stations operating multi-mode from 160 to 10m as band conditions allow. TM100VIMY will be the call sign used by the operation at
- [RAC Canada 2020 Conference: Presentations overview](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-2020-conference-and-agm-is-this-sunday/) - Keynote Presentation | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Registration Please join the leaders of the IARU, ARRL, RSGB and RAC at a Fireside Chat at the RAC Canada 2020 Conference this Sunday at 12 noon Eastern Time. Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Sunday, September 20Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to welcome all
- [RAC Canada 2020 Conference: Presentations now available for view](https://www.rac.ca/canada-2020-conference-agm-videos/) - Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Presentations now available on new RAC YouTube ChannelRadio Amateurs of Canada would like to thank all presenters, participants and volunteers for organizing and attending the RAC Canada 2020 Conference and Annual General Meeting.All presentations are now available for viewing on the new RAC YouTube Channel.A detailed description of the presentations is provided below. Special
- [Update on the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) Program](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-the-amateur-radio-emergency-service-ares-program/) - Changes to Ontario Sections and a new Prince Edward Island SectionFor immediate release:Disponible en françaisThere have been some recent developments with the Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) program in Canada.First, a bit of background. There are four levels of ARES organization: National, Section, District and Local. Sections are geographically-based administrative units organized to deliver RAC
- [Contact RAC HQ](https://www.rac.ca/contact-rac-hq/) - If you have suggestions or comments for RAC then please send them to your Regional Director. If you have questions or website updates, please send them to the RAC webmaster. Radio Amateurs of/du Canada 720 Belfast Road Suite 217 Ottawa, ON K1G 0Z5 We will be pleased to help by telephone (613-244-4367 or 877-273-8304) from 10:00 a.m.
- [Amateurs of the Year for 2017](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-radio-amateurs-of-the-year-for-2017/) - On September 11, 2018, RAC Director Allan Munnik, VA7MP/VE7RMP (British Columbia & Yukon Region) presented the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2017 to Don Studney, VE7DS and Keith Witney, VE7KW, on behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada. Please see the Presentation Ceremony page for more information. Through the Amateur of the Year Award,
- [RAC Amateur of the Year Award to be presented on September 11](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year-award-to-be-presented-on-september-11/) - For immediate release: Don Studney, VE7DS, of the Delta Amateur Radio Society and Keith Witney, VE7KW, of the North Shore Amateur Radio Club will be presented with the RAC Amateur of the Year award on September 11 at a dinner meeting of the ORCA DX and Contest Club at River House Restaurant in Delta, British
- [Presentation of RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2017](https://www.rac.ca/presentation-of-rac-amateur-of-the-year-award-for-2017/) - For immediate release: On September 11, 2018, RAC Director Allan Munnik, VA7MP/VE7RMP (British Columbia & Yukon Region) presented the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2017 to Don Studney, VE7DS and Keith Witney, VE7KW, on behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada. The intention of the RAC Amateur of the Year Award is to recognize
- [Science in the Shadows: NASA Selects Five Experiments for 2024 Total Solar Eclipse](https://www.rac.ca/science-in-the-shadows-nasa-selects-five-experiments-for-2024-total-solar-eclipse/) - A total solar eclipse will darken a swath of North America as the Moon blocks the light of the Sun for a few minutes on April 8, 2024. NASA will fund five interdisciplinary science projects for the 2024 eclipse to make the most of this opportunity. The projects, which are led by researchers at different academic institutions, will study the Sun and its influence on Earth with a variety of instruments, including cameras aboard high-altitude research planes, Amateur radios, and more.
- [March-April 2024 eTCA is now available](https://www.rac.ca/march-april-2024-etca-now-available/) - The digital (eTCA) version of the March-April 2024 TCA is now available for viewing or download. | La version électronique (eTCA) du numéro mars-avril 2024 de la revue TCA est désormais disponible pour visualisation ou téléchargement. – https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/
- [Special Event to Celebrate 180th Anniversary of Dominican Republic Independence](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-anniversary-dominican-republic-independence/) - From February 27 to April 30, 2024, the HI180RD Special Event Station will be activated, with the participation of Radio Amateurs from five clubs, including Radio Club Dominicano, Inc. (RCD), Dominican Union of Radio Amateurs, Inc. (UDRA), Hotel-India DX Club (HIDXC), Southwestern Amateur Radio Union, Inc. (URSO), and the Dominican League of Radio Amateurs, Inc. (LIDORA).
- [Update on Simulated Emergency Test: Saturday, October 31, 2020](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-simulated-emergency-test-saturday-october-31/) - Update | SET Planning | SET Objectives | Reporting | Winter Storm Theme Simulated Emergency Test to be held on October 31 only.Time: 9 am until 12 noon localFor immediate release:For what is certainly the first time in history, the upcoming Simulated Emergency Test (SET) will be held during a real global pandemic – not a
- [Special Event Call Signs for the Coronation of King Charles III](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-call-signs-for-the-coronation-of-king-charles-iii/) - The Coronation of His Majesty The KingThe Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III will take place on Saturday May 6. The Coronation Ceremony will take place at Westminster Abbey, London, and will be conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury.Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) Canada has approved the use of special call event prefixes from
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF 2023)](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame-carhof-2023/) - The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Barrie Crampton, VE3BSB, has been named to the Hall of Fame. | Le Conseil des fiduciaries du Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur du Canada a le plaisir d’annoncer que Barrie Crampton, VE3BSB, a été intronisé au Temple de la renommée.
- [Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) for 2022](https://www.rac.ca/bryan-rawlings-ve3qn-appointed-to-hall-of-fame/) - Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, est intronisé au Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur du Canada 2022 For immediate release | November 22, 2022:The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, has been named to the Hall of Fame.Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes
- [The First Amateur Radio Station on the Moon](https://www.rac.ca/the-first-amateur-radio-station-on-the-moon/) - Posted February 6, 2024 – The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully landed their Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) on January 19, 2024. Just before touchdown, SLIM released two small lunar surface probes, LEV-1 and LEV-2.LEV-2 collects data while moving on the lunar surface, and LEV-1 receives the data.The JAXA Ham Radio Club (JHRC), JQ1ZVI,
- [Former RAC President Daniel Lamoureux, VE2KA SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-president-daniel-lamoureux-ve2ka-sk/) - Daniel Lamoureux, VE2KA | 1944 – 2023 Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC President, Daniel Lamoureux, VE2KA, became a Silent Key on December 2, 2023, at the age of 79. RAC would like to extend its sincere condolences to his family and friends. A tribute article will be included
- [Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) 2023: October 21 and 22](https://www.rac.ca/jamboree-on-the-air-jota-2023-october-21-and-22/) - The following information is courtesy of the Scouts JOTA-JOTI website:The Jamboree On The Air is an annual event in which Scouts and Guides all over the world connect with each other by means of Amateur Radio. Short-wave radio signals carry their voices to virtually any corner of the world.It’s the shear excitement of having a
- [Simulated Emergency Test 2023: Operation Dark Skies](https://www.rac.ca/simulated-emergency-test-2023-operation-dark-skies/) - This year's Simulated Emergency Test will coincide with a celestial phenomenon: a solar eclipse! The Simulated Emergency Test (SET) is a Canada-wide exercise in emergency communications, which is administered by Radio Amateurs of Canada's Community Services Officer and Section Managers. This year 's event is known as "Operation Dark Skies" and will be held in two parts on October 14 and October 16.
- [Hurricane Lee Update: September 16, 2023](https://www.rac.ca/hurricane-lee-update-september-11-23/) - Environment Canada has issued a Tropical Cyclone Information Statement at the following link: Tropical Cyclone Information Statements – Environment Canada (weather.gc.ca) Radio Amateurs of Canada is asking that the Amateur community in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador to please take all precautions and recommendations given by local authorities. CanWarn-trained
- [Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc.](https://www.rac.ca/call-for-nominations-for-regional-director-september-2023/) - Appel de mises en candidature pour le poste de directeur de région siégeant au conseil de direction de Radio Amateurs du Canada inc. Notice to RAC Members Residing in the Alberta/NWT/NU, Ontario South and Quebec RegionsCall for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada
- [NASA Seeks Help from Amateurs during Solar Eclipses](https://www.rac.ca/nasa-seeks-help-from-amateurs-during-solar-eclipses/) - The following item is courtesy of NASA:Members of the Ham Radio Science Citizen Investigation (HamSCI) will be making radio contacts during the 2023 and 2024 North American eclipses, probing the Earth’s ionosphere.It will be a fun, friendly event with a competitive element – and you’re invited to participate.Both amateur and professional broadcasters have been sending
- [CBC News: "Climate change is affecting telecommunications infrastructure. Ham Radio might be able to help."](https://www.rac.ca/cbc-news-climate-change-is-affecting-telecommunications-infrastructure-ham-radio-might-be-able-to-help/) - RAC President Phil McBride, VA3QR:As we weather the storms that Mother Nature is throwing at us – as described in the CBC News Report by Moira Donavan (see below) – the Amateur Radio Service is once again being looked upon as a valuable tool for establishing last-mile communications during times when traditional infrastructure is disabled
- [Call For Nominations for the RAC Amateur of the Year Award](https://www.rac.ca/call-for-nominations-for-the-rac-amateur-of-the-year-award-2023/) - Call For Nominations for the RAC Amateur of the Year Award. Deadline September 30.
- [Call for Nominations for the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame: Deadline September 30](https://www.rac.ca/nominations-for-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - Appel à candidatures pour le « Temple de la renommée radioamateur canadien » Frank Davis, VO1HP – Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameRadio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs by appointments to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame. A Call for Nominations is issued annually in the July/August issue of The Canadian Nominations for the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Award are now being accepted. The deadline is September 30.
- [September is Canadian Straight Key Month](https://www.rac.ca/september-is-canadian-straight-key-month/) - Special Call Sign VC3K The VC3K Straight Key Month Committee The Straight Key Century Club’s yearly on-air event promotes the club’s many Canadian members. This year VC3K is the special call sign that has been granted in Canada for this event, which we refer to as the “Canadian Straight Key Month.” VC3K runs from September
- [RAC Welcomes New Ontario North/East Region Director](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-new-ontario-north-east-region-director/) - Election of RAC Director Ontario North/East Region Élection du directeur de RAC pour la région de l’Ontario Nord/Est Radio Amateurs of Canada would like to congratulate Craig Delmage, VE3OP/VE3KKU, on his election as RAC Director for the Ontario North/East Region (postal codes K and P).Craig was elected by the members of the region and will
- [Special Event Station VC3N75 celebrating Niagara Peninsula Amateur Radio Club's 75th Anniversary until July 31](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-station-vc3n75/) - The Niagara Peninsula Amateur Radio Club (NPARC) has been issued a special event call sign VC3N75 to celebrate its 75th Anniversary. The call sign will be used during the period from June 1 to July 31. There will be the opportunity of obtaining a card (4×6 postcard) or an electronic PDF card. The hardcopy card will
- [ARISS Contact with YOTA Camp 2023 in Ottawa on July 18](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-with-yota-camp-2023-in-ottawa-on-july-18/) - For immediate release – Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) has received schedule confirmation for an ARISS radio contact between an astronaut aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and participants at the Youth on the Air (YOTA) Summer Camp 2023 located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.ARISS conducts 60-80 of these special Amateur Radio contacts each
- [VB2M DXpedition: July 22 to 30](https://www.rac.ca/vb2m-dxpedition/) - Team VB2M will be active from Petite-ile-au-Marteau (NA-176) on July 22-30, 2023, IOTA Contest included. A 10-member team of “Fédération des clubs radioamateurs du Québec” (RAQI) will be active from: “La Petite-Île-au-Marteau” in the “Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve” Plans are to operate 24/7 on 80-6 metres CW, SSB and FT8. QSL via LoTW,
- [Halifax ARC's 90th Anniversary QSO Party: August 5 and 6](https://www.rac.ca/halifax-arcs-90th-anniversary-qso-party-august-5-and-6/) - HARC 90th Anniversary QSO PartyThe Halifax Amateur Radio Club is sponsoring a QSO party on 0001Z, August 5, 2023 to 2359Z August 6, 2023 (Halifax Natal Day weekend). Visit https://tinyurl.com/3wfdp27z for details.The QSP Party objective is for Amateurs to contact as many other Amateur radio stations as possible, working everyone anywhere in the world. As
- [Election for RAC Director Ontario North/East Region 2023](https://www.rac.ca/election-for-rac-director-ontario-north-east-region-2023/) - Élection du directeur de RAC pour la région de l’Ontario Nord/Est Biographies | biographie : English | French Ottawa, Ontario | July 12, 2023 –For immediate release:Two nominations have been received for the position of RAC Director for the Ontario North/East Region.Following a review of the documentation submitted and taking into account the constitutional and
- [ARISS Contact with Maitland Air Cadet Association in Goderich, Ontario: December 16](https://www.rac.ca/upcoming-ariss-contact-with-maitland-air-cadet-association/) - ARISS Contact was a success! Watch now via Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/events/1187260608867479/ Amateur Radio Provides “Out of this World Opportunities”… We hope you enjoy the following video of the successful contact which begins at the 21 minute mark. On December 16, 2022, Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) completed a successful ARISS radio contact
- [Dayton Hamvention 2023: Thank you for visiting!](https://www.rac.ca/dayton-hamvention-2023-may-19-21/) - Thank you for dropping by to see us at Dayton! Please enjoy the livestream videos we have posted here.Radio Amateurs of Canada is very pleased to once again be at the Dayton Hamvention, which is being held from May 19 to May 21 at the Greene County Fairgrounds in Xenia, Ohio.Dayton Hamvention is the largest
- [Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, Inducted into Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/bryan-rawlings-ve3qn-inducted-into-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - Bryan Rawlings, VE3QNBryan Rawlings, VE3QN, Inducted into Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameOn Saturday April 15, 2023, members of the Ottawa Valley Mobile Radio Club, the Ottawa Amateur Radio Club and the National Capital Chapter (70) of the Quarter Century Wireless Association – all of which Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, is a member – held their
- [Emergency Preparedness Week | Semaine de la sécurité civile](https://www.rac.ca/emergency-preparedness-week-2023/) - May 7-13, 2023 –Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is a national event supported by Public Safety Canada, working closely with provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector organizations who support activities at the local level.An annual event for over 25 years, it traditionally takes place during the first full
- [RAC Welcomes the First Section Manager for Prince Edward Island](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-the-first-section-manager-for-prince-edward-island/) - April 20, 2020 | 20 avril 2020For immediate release | Pour diffusion immédiate | Disponible en français In a bulletin issued at the beginning of the year I noted that RAC members in Prince Edward Island who had been seeking a new separate Section for RAC ARES in PEI had been successful and the position was
- [Update on Emergency Communications in Turkey](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-emergency-communications-in-turkey/) - February 6, 2023 – The following news post is from Carlos Alberto Santamaría González, CO2JC, the Emergency Coordinator, for Region 2 of the the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU R2): “As you know, last night there was a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that mainly affected Turkey and Syria but also other neighbouring countries with 3,700 people
- [RAC President Phil A. McBride, VA3QR, attends ARRL Board Meeting: January 20-21](https://www.rac.ca/rac-president-phil-mcbride-attends-arrl-january-board-meeting/) - Le président de RAC, Phil A. McBride, VA3QR, a assisté à la réunion du Conseil de l’ARRL For immediate release: RAC President Phil A. McBride, VA3QR, attended the annual Board of Directors meeting of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) in Windsor, Connecticut on January 20-21. The ARRL Board Meetings are held twice each year, in
- [Problems with Microsoft-based emails now fixed](https://www.rac.ca/problems-with-microsoft-based-emails/) - Volunteers Needed Update January 21, 2023 – As previously reported, the RAC email alias system was not working properly with Microsoft-based emails. We are pleased to report that our IT Team volunteers have been able to resolve this issue. Thank you once again for your patience. The RAC website is designed and maintained by a
- [Changes to the RAC Field Organization: Effective January 1](https://www.rac.ca/changes-to-the-rac-field-organization-effective-january-1-2023/) - Changes to RAC Field Organization | Impact on Contesting Changes to the RAC Field Organization Sections Effective January 1, 2023 – As previously reported, on May 25, 2022, the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada approved changes to the RAC Field Organization which will take effect on January 1, 2023. The RAC Field Organization
- [RAC Contest Log Submission System](https://www.rac.ca/new-rac-contest-log-submission-system/) - English | French | RAC Contests webpage RAC Contest Log Submission SystemThe Radio Amateurs of Canada Contests and Awards Committee (RAC-CAC) implemented a new contest log submission system began on July 1 for the RAC Canada Day Contest 2021.This system is designed to allow you to directly submit a Cabrillo-based log file as your official
- [RAC Survey on Current Canadian Call Sign Policy Results now available!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-survey-on-current-canadian-call-sign-policy/) - RAC Call Sign Policy Survey Results Now AvailableIn August and September 2022, Radio Amateurs of Canada conducted an online survey open to all Canadian Radio Amateurs. The survey focused on the policy related to call signs, but also covered some other matters. Over 2,300 people participated from every province and territory of Canada.The raw data from the survey has been compiled
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2022: December 17](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2022-december-17/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2022: December 17In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are invited to participate.Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC on December 17, 2022. Download (PDF, 676KB)Changes to the RAC Canada Day and Canada Winter ContestsThe Radio Amateurs of Canada
- [Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG and Doug Leach, VE3XK appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/maurice-andre-vigneault-ve3vig-and-doug-leach-ve3xk-appointed-to-hall-of-fame/) - Above photo: Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG (left) and Doug Leach, VE3XK (SK) have been appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame!November 19, 2020 –For immediate release:The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG and Doug Leach, VE3XK (SK), have been named to the Hall of
- [Special Event VC3CJ50 Celebrating Burlington Amateur Radio Club's 50th Anniversary: November 11](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-vc3cj50-50th-anniversary-of-burlington-amateur-radio-club-november-11/) - For immediate release:Starting in August of 2022 and continuing into 2023, the Burlington Amateur Radio Club in Burlington, Ontario will be celebrating its 50th anniversary.On November 11, 1972, the Burlington Amateur Radio Club (BARC) held its charter meeting. The terms of that charter remain in effect to this day.“The Mission of the Burlington Amateur Radio
- [RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program 2023 Applications](https://www.rac.ca/rac-affiliated-club-insurance-program-2023/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from Amateur Radio clubs across the country for our Liability Insurance Program for 2023.RAC runs the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program each year to provide Canadian Amateur Radio clubs with liability insurance coverage – often needed by clubs in order to
- [Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Directors: Atlantic, Midwest and Ontario North/East Regions](https://www.rac.ca/call-for-nominations-for-regional-directors-2022/) - Second Notice to RAC members residing in the Atlantic, Midwest and Ontario North/East Regions: Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc.The Secretary of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. hereby solicits nominations for the positions of Director for the Regions of Atlantic,
- [Canadian Amateurs Call Sign Policy Survey: Now Closed](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-amateurs-call-sign-policy-survey/) - English: survey | French : sondage Canadian Amateurs Call Sign Policy SurveySondage sur la politique des indicatifs d’appel des amateurs canadiensEnglish | FrenchAugust 5, 2022 to September 30, 2022The survey period is now over and the results are being tabulated. Thank you for participating!Phil A. McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJRAC President and ChairRadio Amateurs of Canada (RAC), the national association
- [Hurricane Fiona Update: September 24, 2022](https://www.rac.ca/hurricane-fiona-update/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada continues to monitor Post-tropical Storm Fiona (formerly Hurricane Fiona). Amateurs are encouraged to monitor local repeaters and the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Centre of Activity frequencies.If you are in the affected area, please provide updates to the Hurricane Watch Net. Please also continue to monitor alerts issued by the Canadian Hurricane
- [RAC Regulatory Roundup: March 2022](https://www.rac.ca/rac-regulatory-roundup-march-2022/) - RAC Regulatory Priorities | “Regulatory Roundup” column | Regulatory WebpageRAC’s Regulatory RoundupDave Goodwin, VE3KGRAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerWelcome to the “RAC Regulatory Roundup”.I am RAC’s new Regulatory Affairs Officer, elected by the RAC Board to succeed Richard Ferch, VE3KI. Richard has done an excellent job of representing the interests of Canadian Amateurs in the last six
- [Changes to the RAC Contest Rules 2022](https://www.rac.ca/changes-to-the-rac-contest-rules-2022/) - Changes to the RAC Canada Day and Canada Winter Contest RulesSam Ferris, VE5SF and Bart Ritchie, VE5CPURAC Contest ManagersThe Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Contests and Awards Committee is pleased to announce changes to the RAC sponsored contests. Commencing with the 2022 contest year we will be adding two new entry categories: Single Operator –
- [Two New Bands for Canadian Amateurs](https://www.rac.ca/two-new-bands-for-canadian-amateurs/) - English | French RBR-4 Update: July 2022For immediate release:Dave Goodwin, VE3KGRegulatory Affairs OfficerOn July 28, 2022, Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released an update to a very important document for Canadian Radio Amateurs: “RBR-4 – Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service”.The document specifies what frequencies we may operate
- [RAC Website Maintenance August 22](https://www.rac.ca/rac-website-maintenance-august-12-14/) - We will be performing system maintenance relating to the transfer to a new home page this evening, August 22, 2022.We are in the process of moving to a new membership management platform and changing the appearance of various screens for new and renewal payments.The website will be down for short periods of time with a
- [RAC Membership Fee Increase: Effective July 1](https://www.rac.ca/rac-membership-fee-increase-july/) - Increase in RAC Membership Fee Due to InflationEnglish | FrenchPhil A. McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJRAC President and ChairThe ongoing global pandemic has caused significant disruptions in the international supply chain and this has in turn increased the cost of living and of doing business. Even before the pandemic, RAC already faced increases in the production and mailing
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules 2022](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules-2022/) - RAC Canada Day Contest Rules: English and French Changes to the RAC Contest RulesSam Ferris, VE5SF and Bart Ritchie, VE5CPURAC Contest ManagersThe Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Contests and Awards Committee is pleased to announce changes to the RAC sponsored contests. Please take a few moments to review the updated rules. We look forward to
- [Not Your Average Special Event: "Meme Appreciation Month"](https://www.rac.ca/not-your-average-special-event-meme-appreciation-month/) - Not your Average Special Event: Meme Appreciation Month”Special Event Call Signs: K3K – VB3HARAMBE – VB4LIGMA – VB3YEET – VB6DANK – VC3DEEZ – VC3RIKROLL – VC9CATGIRL –June 25 to August 5: All Bands, All ModesBen Riehl, VA4BENI’m currently a 17-year old who’s graduating out of high school in Rural Manitoba this year. I’m planning to
- [Presentation of the RAC Amateur of the Year 2021: Hiroshi Takahashi, VA7LET](https://www.rac.ca/recipient-of-the-rac-amateur-of-the-year-2021-hiroshi-takahashi-va7let/) - English | FrenchRAC Amateur of the Year 2021: Hiroshi Takahashi, VA7LETFor immediate release:As previously reported, the RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in selecting Hiroshi Takahashi, VA7LET, as the recipient of the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2021.RAC British Columbia/Yukon Director Keith Witney, VE7KW (left), was pleased to present the award to
- [Dayton Hamvention 2022: May 20-22](https://www.rac.ca/dayton-hamvention-2022-may-20-22/) - The RAC Booth is now packed up and our volunteers are heading home – some of them to face the aftermath of yesterday’s massive storm. It was great being able to host a live event again. Stay tuned the RAC website for future events.Above: RAC President Phil McBride’s family provides support at the RAC Booth at Dayton.
- [RAC Canada Day Contest: Celebrate Canada's Birthday on the air!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-2021-celebrate-canadas-birthday-on-the-air/) - COVID-19 Update | Contest Rules: English and French Update | Mise à jour :New RAC Contest Log Submission SystemDisponible en françaisThe global pandemic continues and we want to make sure that all participants in the RAC Canada Day Contest on Thursday, July 1 help us to celebrate Canada’s birthday safely. The RAC Contest Committee is therefore
- [Seeking Input on Possible Changes to DXCC List: Deadline May 14](https://www.rac.ca/seeking-input-on-possible-changes-to-dxcc-list-deadline-may-14/) - Photo by Nifty Leather on UnsplashSeeking Input on Possible Changes to DXCC List: Deadline May 14John Scott, VE1JSRAC Representative on DX Advisory Committeeve1js@rac.caThe DX Century Club (DXCC) is Amateur Radio’s premier award that Amateurs can earn by confirming on the air contacts with 100 countries. The DXCC Honor Roll is earned by Amateurs who submit
- [Special Call Signs Available in Honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee](https://www.rac.ca/special-call-signs-available-in-honour-of-the-queens-platinum-jubilee/) - Special Call Signs Available from May 15 to July 14, 2022 in Honour of the Queen’s Platinum JubileeFor immediate release:In 2022, Canada is celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, marking her 70th anniversary on the Throne. She is Canada’s longest reigning Sovereign and the first to celebrate a platinum jubilee.To mark
- [ISED Releases Updated Policy on Amateur Radio and Examinations](https://www.rac.ca/ised-releases-updated-policy-on-amateur-radio-and-examinations/) - ISED Releases Updated Policy on Amateur Radio and ExaminationsFrench versionOn March 22, 2022, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released updated versions of two important policy documents: RIC-1 – Guide for Examiners Accredited to Conduct Examinations for Amateur Radio Operator Certificates and RIC-3 – Information on the Amateur Radio Service.Both documents were updated to reflect the changes made to
- [RAC Canada Day Contest 2021 Results and Soapbox: Updated February 25](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-2021-results-and-soapbox-updated-february-25/) - RAC Canada Day Contest 2020 Report: Updated February 25RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFAfter the results were published in The Canadian Amateur magazine and on the RAC website, we were notified of some errors.Due to a bug in our new Web Log submission system the 6-metre log for Pierre Jolin, VE2GT, was
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2021 Logs as of January 31, 2022 now available](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2021-logs-as-of-january-31-2022-now-available/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2021 Logs A summary of logs received for the 2021 RAC Canada Winter Contest is now available on the RAC Contesting Rules and Results webpage.It is also available for viewing below.The log categorization found within the summary is based on the contents of log files submitted in accordance with the contest
- [Former RAC Deputy Director and CARHOF Chair Jim Hay, VE2VE SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-deputy-director-jim-hay-ve2ve-sk/) - Jim Hay, VE2VE SKFormer RAC Deputy DirectorRadio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC Deputy Director James Hay, VE2VE, became a Silent Key on Friday, October 22, 2021 at age 61.Jim Hay was born on May 10, 1960 and graduated from John Rennie High School in Pointe-Claire, Quebec in 1977. He went
- [RAC President Phil A. McBride, VA3QR, Attends Annual ARRL Board Meeting: January 21-22](https://www.rac.ca/rac-president-attends-annual-arrl-board-meeting-january-2022/) - From left: Tim Elam, VE6SH (IARU President); David Minster, NA2AA (ARRL Chief Executive Officer) and Phil McBride, VA3QR (RAC President) at the ARRL Board Meeting. For immediate release:RAC President Phil A. McBride, VA3QR, is currently attending the annual Board of Directors meeting of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) in Windsor, Connecticut.The ARRL Board Meetings
- [RAC President Attends Annual ARRL Board Meeting: January 17-18](https://www.rac.ca/rac-president-attends-annual-arrl-board-meeting-january-17-18/) - RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, is currently attending the annual Board of Directors meeting of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) in Windsor, Connecticut.The ARRL Board Meetings are held twice each year, in January and July, and RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, and IARU President Tim Ellam, VE6SH, are once again attending the meeting as
- [Former RAC President Bob Cooke, VE3BDB SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-president-bob-cooke-ve3bdb-sk/) - Bob Cooke, VE3BDB SKFormer RAC PresidentRadio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC President, Bob Cooke, VE3BDB, became a Silent Key on October 4, 2021.The following information was extracted from the online obituary notice.“Robert Douglas Cooke passed away peacefully at The Pines Long Term Care, in Bracebridge, Ontario on Monday, October 4,
- [SpaceX Rideshare Mission Carries Multiple Amateur Satellites](https://www.rac.ca/spacex-rideshare-mission-carries-multiple-amateur-satellites/) - SpaceX Rideshare Mission Carries Multiple Amateur SatellitesThe following news items is courtesy of the AMSAT News Service and SpaceNews:A SpaceX Falcon 9 placed more than 100 SmallSats into orbit on January 13 as the company accelerates the pace of its dedicated Rideshare missions. The mission, dubbed Transporter-3, or TR-3, carried a number of Amateur Radio
- [Nicolas Gagnon, VE2NCG, scores over one million points in the RAC Challenge!](https://www.rac.ca/nicolas-gagnon-ve2ncg-scores-over-one-million-points-in-the-rac-challenge/) - For immediate release:The first six months of the RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge are now complete and the 2021 winners will be announced shortly. One of the most enthusiastic participants in the RAC Challenge to date has been Nick Gagnon, VE2NCG, of Laval, Quebec. Nick has made many thousands of contacts in well over 200 portable operations
- [Changes to RAC Board and Executive](https://www.rac.ca/changes-to-rac-board-and-executive/) - Welcome to 2022! Bienvenue en 2022! BiographiesThe new year brings with it several changes to the RAC Board of Directors and Executive.L’entrée dans cette nouvelle année coïncide avec la survenue de plusieurs changements au sein du Conseil d’administration et de l’Exécutif de RAC. Download (PDF, 1007KB)Glenn MacDonnell, VE3XRA, has completed the maximum three consecutive two-year terms
- [ARISS SSTV Event Scheduled for December 26](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-sstv-event-scheduled-for-december-26/) - An ARISS Slow Scan TV (SSTV) event is scheduled from the International Space Station ISS). The event is slated to begin on December 26 at 18:25 UTC for setup and operation and continue until December 31 ending at 17:05 UTC. Dates and times subject to change due to ISS operational adjustments.Images will be downlinked at 145.8 MHz +/-
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2021: December 18](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2021/) - COVID-19 Update | New Log System | Contest Rules: English and French Update | Mise à jour :Info: RAC Contest Log Submission SystemDisponible en françaisThe global pandemic continues and we want to make sure that all participants in the RAC Canada Winter Contest on Saturday, December 18 take part in the contest safely. The RAC Contest
- [British Columbia State of Emergency Declaration November 2021](https://www.rac.ca/british-columbia-state-of-emergency-declaration-november-2021/) - British Columbia declares state of emergency:https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2021PSSG0073-002190Radio Amateurs of Canada has had several inquiries in regard to the emergency situation in British Columbia.At present, we are not aware of any Amateur activities related to the flooding/landslides in BC.The situation is expected to be stable despite the possibilities of additional rain over the next few days. Localized
- [Garry Hammond, VE3XN and John “Jack” Leahy, VE1ZZ (SK), appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/garry-hammond-ve3xn-and-jack-leahy-ve1zz-appointed-to-hall-of-fame/) - Above photo: Garry Hammond, VE3XN (left) and Jack Leahy, VE1ZZ, have been appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame! For immediate release:English | FrenchThe Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Garry Hammond, VE3XN and John “Jack” Leahy, VE1ZZ (SK), have been named to
- [Update from IARU Administrative Council Meeting 2021](https://www.rac.ca/update-from-iaru-administrative-council-meeting-2021/) - For immediate release:The Administrative Council (AC) of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) held its annual meeting in early October. The AC, which is responsible for the policy and management of the IARU, consists of three IARU international officers and two representatives from each of the three IARU regional organizations. Due to COVID-19 restrictions still
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Operating Interests bilingual survey](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-amateur-radio-operating-interests-survey/) - Paul Coverdale, VE3ICVRAC Special Advisor for World Radio ConferencesFrom March 3 to April 8, 2021, Radio Amateurs of Canada, the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada, conducted an online survey to find out how to better serve Canadian Amateurs.The main goal of this survey was to understand the operating interests of Canadian Amateurs, in
- [Simulated Emergency Test (SET) 2021](https://www.rac.ca/simulated-emergency-test-set-2021/) - Update for the SET 2021: The global pandemic is still an ongoing concern and there are different circumstances throughout the country. The various levels of governments (local, municipal, provincial/territorial, and federal) continue to monitor the situation and develop strategies designed to ensure our safety while reducing the impact on the economy. It is of utmost
- [RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Update: October 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canadian-portable-operations-challenge-update-october-2021/) - Dave Goodwin, VE9CBRAC Member Services OfficerRadio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge for September 2021. Pierre Jolin, VE2GT, made 2,044 contacts in 49 portable operations to earn a first place finish.Nick Gagnon, VE2NCG, made 927 contacts in 42 portable operations and took second place.Jeff Zimmerman, VE3JZT,
- [New IARU Region 1 Executive Committee Elected](https://www.rac.ca/new-iaru-region-1-executive-committee-elected/) - For immediate release:A new Executive Committee for the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Region 1 was elected on October 24 at the IARU R1 Conference & Workshop.The new IARU R1 Executive Committee consists of the following members:President: Sylvain Azarian, F4GKRVice-President: Hani Raad, OD5TESecretary: Mats Espling, SM6EANTreasurer: Andreas Thiemann, HB9JOEEC member: Ahmad AlHoli, 9K2DBEC member: Joerg
- [IARU R1 Youth Working Group connecting with Scouts in Europe](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-r1-youth-working-group-connecting-with-scouts-in-europe/) - For immediate release:During the COVID-19 pandemic, Team YOTA (Youngsters On The Air) established a monthly online series called “YOTA Online”. In one of its episodes the main topic covered was the “JOTA/JOTI” scouts event.Through this one hour live-show we, the IARU Region 1 Youth Working Group, connected to the former International Commissioner of the RdP (Ring
- [RAC's new Auxiliary Communications Service: A presentation by CSO Jason Tremblay, VE3JXT](https://www.rac.ca/auxiliary-communications-service-presentation/) - RAC Canada Auxiliary Communications presentation video: For immediate release:As part of the transition to the new Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) program, RAC Community Officer (CSO), Jason Tremblay, VE3JXT, has been following a video series presented by the Radio Amateur Training Planning and Activities Committee (RATPAC) on Thursday evenings.This series of weekly disaster communications presentations provided
- [Videos of Presentations at RAC Canada Conference and AGM are now available](https://www.rac.ca/thank-you-for-attending-the-rac-canada-conference-and-agm/) - RAC YouTube Channel | Overview of Presentations Thank You for Attending and Participating!The RAC Canada Conference and RAC Annual General Meeting is now complete. We would like to thank all of the participants and the presenters for taking part in this year’s event.Videos are now available on the RAC YouTube ChannelOur volunteers have posted the videos on the RAC
- [RAC Canada 2021 Conference and AGM is this Sunday!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-2021-conference-presentations/) - Presentations | Registration | Tips for Participants | Annual General Meeting Canada 2021 Conference and AGM: Sunday, September 19Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to welcome all Amateurs to the RAC Canada 2021 Conference which will be held on Sunday, September 19 before the RAC Annual General Meeting. There is no registration fee for this event.The Conference will
- [First RAC Challenge “Coureur des bois” Gold certificate earned](https://www.rac.ca/first-rac-challenge-coureur-des-bois-gold-certificate-earned/) - Disponible en françaisCongratulations are extended once again to Nicolas Gagnon, VE2NCG. On September 7, 2021, Nick reported his 100th portable operation in the RAC Challenge to become the first Amateur to earn the prestigious “Coureur des bois” Gold certificate.The RAC Challenge began on July 1, 2021. It was conceived to recognize and reward portable operations
- [RAC Conference 2021: Competitive Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-competitive-amateur-radio-session-2-2/) - RAC Canadian Portable Operations ChallengeNote: Unfortunately, Nick Gagnon, VE2NCG, is unable to participate in the RAC Canada Conference this Sunday.Dave Goodwin, VE9CB The new “RAC Challenge” began on Canada Day, July 1, 2021 and the program recognizes all portable operations in which RAC members participate, and has similar features as a contest.Dave has been an Amateur
- [RAC Conference 2021: Amateur Radio Outreach](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-amateur-radio-outreach-2/) - A CubeSat is a square-shaped miniature satellite (10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm – roughly the size of a Rubik’s cube), weighing about 1 kg. A CubeSat can be used alone (1 unit) or in groups of multiple units (maximum 24 units). VIOLETAlex Voisine, VE9REX, of VIOLET (UNB/UDM/NBCC);I was born and raised in
- [RAC Conference 2021: Amateur Radio Outreach](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-amateur-radio-outreach-3/) - “The Road to Protecting Canadian Amateur Radio Spectrum?”RAC and our Regulator – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, by Richard Ferch, VE3KI, Paul Coverdale, VE3ICV and Bryan Rawlings, VE3QNRichard Ferch, VE3KI – RAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerRichard obtained his first Amateur Radio licence as VE4AEO in Manitoba in 1978. Upon moving to Ottawa in 1980, he
- [RAC Conference 2021: Amateur Radio Outreach](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-amateur-radio-outreach/) - Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio System (CFARS)Phil McBride, VA3QRLicensed in 1994, I am an Advanced and CW certificate holder. I am currently serving as the Ontario South Director for Radio Amateurs of Canada, as well as the Training Officer for the Canadian Forces Affiliate Radio System. Additionally, I am the Contact Scouter for the 1st Acton Scout
- [RAC Conference 2021: Competitive Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-competitive-amateur-radio3/) - VHF+ Contest Roving and Microwave HilltoppingRussell Beech, VE3OILI obtained my Amateur licence in high school progressing to Advanced while attending university. My interest in Amateur Radio was triggered by a combination of the magic of signals from other places to me and an interest in building equipment.Amateur Radio supplemented both studies and career. The body
- [RAC Conference 2021: Competitive Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-competitive-amateur-radio-session-2/) - The World Radiosport Team Championship (WRTC) is an on-site Amateur Radio competition held every four years. The next WRTC event will be held in Italy in 2023 after being postponed from 2022 as a result of the global pandemic.Previous WRTCs have been held in Seattle (1990), San Francisco (1996), Slovenia (2000), Finland (2002), Brazil (2006),
- [RAC Conference 2021: Amateur Radio Research and Development](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-amateur-radio-research-and-development/) - Scott Tilley, VE7TILReception of Non-Amateur SatellitesJoe Craig, VO1NAVLF Experiments on 8 kHz Reception of Non-Amateur Satellites: Scott Tilley, VE7TILScott Tilley, AScT is an amateur astronomer that makes a living as an Electrical Technologist in the Marine industry. He strives to provide analysis and data on humanities use of space from an independent perspective. The focus of his
- [RAC Conference 2021: Amateur Radio Research and Development](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-2021-amateur-radio-research-and-development-2/) - 5 MHz Propagation Research: Sean Smith, VE6SAR My first real exposure to Amateur Radio was at the North American Endurance Riding Championships that were held west of Calgary, Alberta in the summer of 1990.I was fascinated with the coverage the operators supporting the event had with handheld radios and mobiles in the mountains. I was
- [RAC Annual General Meeting and Canada Conference 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-and-canada-conference-2021/) - The Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that it will be holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, September 19. Given the ongoing global pandemic the AGM will once again be a virtual event. We are also pleased to present the RAC Canada 2021 Conference – an interactive mini-conference that will feature
- [RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Winners for July 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge-winners-for-july-2021/) - For immediate release: | French versionRadio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the winners of the RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge for July 2021. They are: First place: Nicolas Gagnon, VE2NCGSecond place: Pierre Jolin, VE2GTThird place: Len Morgan, VE9MYFourth place: Kieran Shepherd, VA3KSFifth Place: Richard Budny, VA3RSAEach of the above Amateurs has received a certificate marking
- [First RAC Challenge "Coureur des bois" Certificates Awarded](https://www.rac.ca/first-rac-challenge-coureur-des-bois-certificates-awarded/) - RAC Challenge Update: August 2021First RAC Challenge “Coureur des bois” Certificates AwardedCongratulations to Nicolas Gagnon, VE2NCG, Chris Bisaillion, VE3CBK and Pierre Jolin, VE2GT. They are the first Amateurs to earn “Coureur des bois” certificates in the RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge.During the first month of the RAC Challenge, Nick, Chris and Pierre each earned a
- [Straight Key Century Club's New "Canadian Operating Event" Runs from September 1 to 30](https://www.rac.ca/straight-key-century-clubs-new-canadian-event/) - Inaugural VE9SKCC Event: September 1 to September 30Courtesy of the SKCC Canadian Operating Event Committee:The Straight Key Century Club’s new on-air event promotes the club’s many Canadian members. At this time the SKCC Board wanted to extend the fun of hand key CW throughout the year.VE9SKCC is the special call sign that has been granted
- [Hurricane Watch Net Activates for "Catastrophic" Hurricane Ida](https://www.rac.ca/hurricane-watch-net-activates-for-catastrophic-hurricane-ida/) - August 29, 2021 | For immediate release | The following news item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League:The Hurricane Watch Net (HWN) is on Alert Level 5, “Catastrophic Response Mode,” as Hurricane Ida heads toward landfall on the coast of Louisiana today — the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina — after gaining considerable strength
- [IARU-R2 Issues Alert about Earthquake In Haiti](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-r2-issues-alert-about-todays-earthquake-in-haiti/) - For immediate release: The following information is courtesy of the International Amateur Radio Union Region 2:According to preliminary information from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), this morning at 12:29 UTC, an earthquake measuring 7.2 occurred about 12 kilometres northeast (NE) of Saint-Louis du Sud and 33 kilometres to the east-northeast (ENE) of Les Cayes, Haiti.This event
- [RAC Welcomes New Section Manager](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-new-quebec-section-manager/) - English | French RAC Welcomes New Quebec Section ManagerI am pleased to announce the appointment of Sylvain Lamarre, VE2LAM, Director of Emergency Measures for RAQI (la Fédération des clubs radioamateurs du Québec), as the Section Manager of the Quebec Section.Sylvain was born in Sept-Iles, Quebec and was raised there and worked there up until 2004. He has
- [RAC Scholarship Awarded | Attribution d’une bourse de RAC](https://www.rac.ca/rac-scholarship-awarded-july-2021/) - English | French | RAC Scholarship and Grant Program Al Eros, VE4ZB – RAC Scholarship CoordinatorIt is with great pleasure that RAC British Columbia / Yukon Director Keith Witney, VE7KW and Scholarship Chair Al Eros, VE4ZB, announce the awarding of a $1,000 scholarship to Levente Buzás, VA7QF, on behalf of all Radio Amateurs of Canada
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) Update](https://www.rac.ca/carhof-welcomes-new-trustees/) - Frank Davis, VO1HP – Chair CARHOF Board of Trustees:Thank You Fred Orsetti, VE7IO | Welcome aboard Helen and Neil!Merci, Fred Orsetti, VE7IO | Bienvenue à bord, Helen et Neil! English | French Thank You Fred !The Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) is administered by an independent Board of Trustees, one per province, appointed
- [Friedrichshafen’s Ham Radio 2021](https://www.rac.ca/friedrichshafens-ham-radio-2021/) - Ham Radio 2021 international trade show goes virtual from June 25 to 27! Ham Radio 2021 – A Virtual EventThis year’s Ham Radio International Amateur Radio Exhibition will be held as a Virtual Event from June 25 to 27.Admission and participation will be free to all visitors. “Under the current circumstances, holding face-to-face meetings is practically
- [RAC Canada Day Contest: Celebrate Canada's Birthday on the air!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-celebrate-canadas-birthday-on-the-air-2020/) - COVID-19 Update | Contest Rules: English and French Update | Mise à jourDisponible en françaisThe global pandemic continues and we want to make sure that all participants in the RAC Canada Day Contest on Wednesday, July 1 help us to celebrate Canada’s birthday safely. The RAC Contest Committee is therefore asking all participants in the Canada
- [RAC Online Basic Amateur Radio Course: Spring 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-online-basic-amateur-radio-course-spring-2021/) - Course information | Instruction | Syllabus | Registration Registration for the RAC Basic Spring 2021 Course has been closed.Thank you for another great response to our Basic course. Registration is now closed.Please check our Amateur Radio Courses webpage for other courses offered by clubs:https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-courses/Background information:Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so
- [ARISS Columbus Radio System is Operational](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-columbus-radio-system-is-operational/) - The ARISS Columbus Radio is back on-the-air! This, after it was rendered non-operational following a January 27 EVA (spacewalk) which was conducted to install a cable for the Bartolomeo commercial platform. During the January 27 spacewalk, the Bartolomeo HMU-601 cable, described in the March 10 ARISS Press conference (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hm4h4rBE9k&t=2214s), was installed in series with the ARISS antenna
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2020 Logs as of March 15, 2021 now available](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2020-logs-now-available/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2020 Logs A summary of logs received for the 2020 RAC Canada Winter Contest is now available on the RAC Contesting Rules and Results webpage.It is also available for viewing below.The log categorization found within the summary is based on the contents of log files submitted in accordance with the contest rules.A
- [International Amateur Radio Union Receives Gift of hamradio.org Domain](https://www.rac.ca/international-amateur-radio-union-receives-gift-of-hamradio-org-domain/) - Dave Sumner, K1ZZ, Secretary of the International Amateur Radio Union, reports that Andrew J. Wolfram, KI7RYC, has donated the hamradio.org domain to the IARU for non-profit educational use to promote the Amateur and Amateur-Satellite Services.In accepting the gift President Tim Ellam, VE6SH, said:“The hamradio.org domain offers a unique opportunity for which we are deeply grateful to Andrew.
- [Recipient of the RAC Amateur of the Year 2020: Al Penney, VO1NO](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year-2020-al-penney-vo1no/) - English | FrenchRAC Amateur of the Year 2020: Al Penney, VO1NO For immediate release:The RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in selecting Al Penney, VO1NO, as the recipient of the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2020 in recognition of his tireless efforts to promote Amateur Radio in his home province of Newfoundland,
- [Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, Copies Signal from Mars-Orbiting Satellite](https://www.rac.ca/scott-tilley-ve7til-copies-signal-from-mars-orbiting-satellite/) - The following news item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League:As reported on Spaceweather.com, Canadian Radio Amateur Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, of Roberts Creek, British Columbia, has snagged another signal from deep space. His latest conquest has been to copy the signal from China’s Tianwen-1 (pronounced “tee-EN-ven”) probe, which went into orbit around Mars on
- [New Amateur VLF Transatlantic Record](https://www.rac.ca/new-amateur-vlf-transatlantic-record/) - The following news item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL):Very low frequency (VLF) enthusiast Joe Craig, VO1NA, reports that Stefan Schaefer, DK7FC, copied his 50-character message transmitted from Newfoundland on 8.271 kHz, with a radiated power of 10 mW.“This is a new record for Amateur transatlantic VLF,” Craig told the ARRL. “The
- [RAC Canada Day Contest 2020 Results and Soapbox: Updated January 15](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-2020-results-and-soapbox/) - RAC Canada Day Contest 2020 Report:RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFAfter the results were published in The Canadian Amateur magazine and on the RAC website, we were notified of some errors. We have revised the contest results and uploaded a new version to our main Contesting webpage.The following update provides additional details about
- [RAC Welcomes New Atlantic and Midwest Directors](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-new-directors/) - For immediate release:As reported in the January-February 2021 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine, following the call for nominations for Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada’s Atlantic, Ontario North/East, Midwest and British Columbia/Yukon Regions, RAC would like to welcome the following Radio Amateurs to our Board of Directors 2021:Al Penney, VO1NO, was elected as the
- [RAC Online Basic Amateur Radio Course: Winter 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-online-basic-amateur-radio-course-winter-2021/) - Course information | Instruction | Syllabus | Registration (CLOSED) Thank you once again for a great response to our course. The course will be starting soon and registration is now closed. Background information:Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so that individuals from all across Canada can obtain their Amateur Radio Operator
- [Former RAC Ontario North Regional Director Larry Thivierge, VE3GT SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-ontario-north-regional-director-larry-thivierge-ve3gt-sk/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC Ontario North Regional Director Larry Thivierge, VE3GT, became a Silent Key on January 1, 2021.RAC would like to extend its sincere condolences to his family and friends.The following information was extracted from the online obituary notice.“With heavy hearts, we announce the death
- [ARISS SSTV Event Scheduled for December 24 to 31](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-sstv-event-scheduled-for-december-24/) - For immediate release:An ARISS Slow Scan TV (SSTV) event is scheduled from the International Space Station (ISS). This will be a special SSTV event to celebrate the 20th anniversary of ARISS on board the International Space Station.Twenty years ago, on November 13, 2000, the Expedition-1 crew turned on the ARISS Ericsson radio for the first
- [RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program: Applications Open for 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-affiliated-club-insurance-program-applications-open-for-2021/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from Amateur Radio clubs across the country for our Liability Insurance Program for 2021.RAC runs the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program each year to provide Canadian Amateur Radio clubs with liability insurance coverage – often needed by clubs in order to
- [Special call signs in Belgium during the second lockdown period](https://www.rac.ca/special-call-signs-in-belgium-during-the-second-lockdown-period/) - For immediate release:Due to the recent stricter COVID-19 measures, many Radio Amateurs will be forced to spend most of the following weeks at home again. Many are obliged to telework. Teleworking is definitely becoming the new standard for several employees. COVID-19 has accelerated teleworking for almost all companies.At the request of the Royal Union of
- [Temporary telephone problems at RAC Office have been fixed](https://www.rac.ca/temporary-telephone-problems-at-rac-office/) - For immediate release: The RAC office ran into an unexpected technical issue with its telephone service on the afternoon of Thursday, November 19. The issue has now been resolved and telephone service has resumed. Unfortunately any attempt to contact the RAC office between approximately 4 pm EST on Thursday, November 19 and all of Friday, November
- [SpaceX Dragon Capsule Resilience Ferries Four Radio Amateurs to the ISS](https://www.rac.ca/spacex-dragon-capsule-resilience-ferries-four-radio-amateurs-to-the-iss/) - The following news item is courtesy of the Amateur Radio Relay League:The SpaceX Dragon capsule Resilience, carrying four Radio Amateurs, autonomously docked on November 17 at 0401 UTC with the International Space Station (ISS). A SpaceX Falcon 9 launcher carrying the precious payload went into space on Sunday, November 15, from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.
- [IARU R2 Appoints new Emergency Coordinator](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-r2-appoints-new-emergency-coordinator/) - The following news item is courtesy of the International Amateur Radio Union:The Executive Committee of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Region 2 has appointed Dr. Carlos A. Santamaria, CO2JC, as the new Region 2 Emergency Coordinator (EMCOR).The Executive Committee made the appointment after a call to all Member Societies for candidates after the recent retirement of
- [Brent Taylor, VY2HF, Appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Board of Trustees](https://www.rac.ca/brent-taylor-appointed-to-carhof-board-of-trustees/) - The RAC Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Brent Taylor, VY2HF, has been appointed as a Trustee for the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF). The RAC Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Brent Taylor, VY2HF, has been appointed as a Trustee for the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF).
- [Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) 2020](https://www.rac.ca/jamboree-on-the-air-jota-2020/) - The following information is courtesy of the Scouts JOTA-JOTI website:The Jamboree On The Air is an annual event in which Scouts and Guides all over the world connect with each other by means of Amateur Radio. Short-wave radio signals carry their voices to virtually any corner of the world.It’s the shear excitement of having a
- [FCC to withdraw US Amateur privileges in the 9 cm Microwave Band](https://www.rac.ca/fcc-to-withdraw-us-amateur-privileges-in-the-9-cm-microwave-band/) - For immediate release:The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has recently made changes affecting the Amateur Radio Service in the United States and this has also raised concerns among Canadian Amateurs.The FCC has ruled that it will withdraw US Amateur privileges at 3300-3500 MHz (the 9 cm Microwave band) in order to make the band available to
- [Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) 2019](https://www.rac.ca/jamboree-on-the-air-2019/) - The following information is courtesy of the Scouts JOTA-JOTI website:JOTA-JOTI is the world’s largest digital Scout event taking place online and over the air. This year’s event takes place on the weekend of October 18-20.The educational event brings together more than 2 million Scouts every year in October for a weekend of Scouting and friendship. Young
- [Tropical cyclone statement in effect for Atlantic Canada](https://www.rac.ca/tropical-cyclone-statement-for-atlantic-canada-sept20/) - For immediate release:On Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 2:54 pm ADT Environment Canada issued a Tropical cyclone information statement for Newfoundland and Labrador:Burgeo – RameaBurin PeninsulaChannel-Port aux Basques and vicinityConnaigreNova ScotiaPrince Edward IslandQuébec – south:Îles-de-la-MadeleineHurricane Teddy Update:Hurricane Teddy poised to impact Atlantic Canada Tuesday and Wednesday.Hurricane Teddy is expected to reach offshore waters south of Nova Scotia Tuesday afternoon
- [Canada C3 WSPR Project video now available for viewing](https://www.rac.ca/canada-c3-wspr-project-video/) - Canada C3 WSPR Project: Intro | Video | WSPR | Symposium On Thursday, July 9, Radio Amateurs of Canada participated in the 2020 IEEE AP-S Symposium on Antennas and Propagation by hosting a virtual presentation on the Canada C3 Weak Signal Propagation Reporting System (WSPR) Project.RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA and Barrie Crampton, VE3BSB, were joined online
- [RAC Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Register Now!](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-2020-conference/) - Registration | Overview | Schedule | Presenter’s Instructions | AGM 2020 Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Sunday, September 20Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to welcome all Amateurs to the RAC Canada 2020 Conference which will be held on Sunday, September 20 before the RAC Annual General Meeting. There is no registration fee for this event.Note: To
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2020](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-2020/) - Do you have a question to submit for the Q&A session of the AGM? If so please send it to the RAC President at ve3xra@rac.ca before 6 pm ET on Friday, September 18. Please note that the AGM is now scheduled to begin at 4 pm ET.The Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that
- [New Manager of the VO Incoming QSL Bureau](https://www.rac.ca/new-manager-of-vo-incoming-qsl-bureau/) - English | French | QSL Bureau Information New VO Incoming QSL Manager Bill Kirby, VO1BB (left) and RAC Atlantic Deputy Director Frank Davis, VO1HP, present a Certificate of Appreciation to Rick Burke, VO1SA/VO2CW, in recognition of 24 years of service upon his retirement as VO QSL Bureau Manager. New Manager of the VO Incoming QSL
- [Preparations Continue for World Radiocommunication Conference 2023](https://www.rac.ca/preparations-continue-for-world-radiocommunication-conference-2023/) - The following news item is courtesy of the International Amateur Radio Union:The International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) participated in the first online meeting of Project Team A (PTA) of the World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) CEPT Conference Preparatory Group. PTA has a mandate to prepare the CEPT brief on scientific and regulatory WRC-23 agenda items.The
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019 Results and Soapbox](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2019-results-and-soapbox/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019 ResultsRAC Contest Managers Sam Ferris, VE5SF and Bart Ritchie, VE5CPUParticipation in the 2019 running of the RAC Canada Winter Contest was high again with a total of 905 entries received.Scores were down this year and for the fourth year in a row no new records were established given the general
- [New video highlights ARISS contact with Airdrie Space Science Club](https://www.rac.ca/new-nasa-video-highlights-ariss-contact-in-alberta/) - New video | May 15 contact | Airdrie Space Science Club | Q&A A new @NASA video provides a different perspective from the typical Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) Program school contact.The @NASA Twitter feed shown above states:“Students Use Ham Radio to Call an Astronaut in Space. Canadian students participating from home
- [HF Digital Mode Band Plan Review](https://www.rac.ca/hf-digital-mode-band-plan-review/) - The following information is courtesy of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU):Because frequency allocations and Amateur Radio operating interests vary in different parts of the world, the development of band plans – voluntary guidelines on the use of the spectrum that is available to Radio Amateurs – is a responsibility of the three IARU regional
- [ARISS contact with the Airdrie Space Science Club in Alberta: Friday, May 15](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-with-airdrie-space-science-club-may-15/) - Contact | News Release | Airdrie Space Science Club | Q&A Update on today’s ARISS Contact: Friday, May 15, 2020The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) program conducted its second test of its new distance-learning ARISS radio contacts with astronauts this morning.Youth members of the Airdrie Space Science Club (ASSC) in Airdrie, Alberta were
- [Proposed Two Metre (2m) Band Plan](https://www.rac.ca/proposed-two-metre-2m-band-plan/) - Band Plan Update | Table | Notes | PDF version | Committee Members RAC Band Planning Committee Update: Proposed Two Metre Band PlanAs announced in The Canadian Amateur magazine, the RAC Band Planning Committee has completed the new proposed 2m band plan.Radio Amateurs of Canada band planning committees coordinate the development of National Band Plans to provide guidance
- [IARU Announces HF Digital Mode Band Plan Review](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-announces-hf-digital-mode-band-plan-review/) - For immediate release:An International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) working group has been formed to develop solutions to reduce congestion within very popular mode segments while preventing mutual interference between “incompatible modes” as much as possible. The working group includes representatives of the three regional band-planning committees, marking the first time the IARU three regions have joined
- [RAC Online Basic Amateur Radio Course Registration: Summer 2020](https://www.rac.ca/rac-online-basic-amateur-radio-course-registration-summer-2020/) - Registration Form | Schedule and Cost | Instruction | Syllabus | Other Courses RAC Online Basic Qualification Amateur Radio Course: Summer 2020Thank you for another great response to our online courses! Registration has now closed!Background information:In response to the Covid-19 crisis, Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so that individuals can obtain
- [Radio Amateurs of Canada hosts a virtual presentation on the Canada C3 WSPR Project: Thursday, July 9](https://www.rac.ca/canada-c3-wspr-project-presentation/) - Canada C3 was a unique 150-day voyage of a retired Canadian Coast Guard icebreaker, the Polar Prince, commencing in Toronto, Ontario and travelling down the St. Lawrence River and following the three coastlines of the Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific Oceans, via the Historic Northwest Passage, terminating in Victoria, British Columbia. Canadian Radio Amateurs led by
- [Field Day 2020 is now in the history books!](https://www.rac.ca/field-day-2020-june-27-28/) - RAC Ontario South Director Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was active for the Field Day weekend and will also be active during the RAC Canada Day Contest on July 1. You can follow Phil on this webpage and on his Twitter account: “VA3QR/P will be 1B ONE on FD, and will also be VA3RAC for 3 x 2hr shifts
- [RAC is considering offering more online Amateur Radio courses](https://www.rac.ca/survey-online-advanced-course/) - Thank you!Thank you for taking part in the survey (see below). We will be providing information about the upcoming Amateur Radio course soon. Stay tuned. For immediate release:In response to the current global pandemic, Radio Amateurs of Canada organized an online Advanced Amateur Radio Certification Course in March 2020 so that individuals could upgrade their qualifications
- [Update on Delivery of The Canadian Amateur magazine](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-delivery-of-the-canadian-amateur-magazine/) - For immediate release:As previously reported, the delivery of the May-June 2020 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine has been delayed as a result of the global pandemic.Recently, we have received some hopeful news as some RAC members have indicated that they have received their copies in the mail. One such sighting was in Richmond, Ontario. Canada Post
- [Global COVID-19 Radio Event set for June 6 and 7](https://www.rac.ca/global-covid-19-radio-event-set-for-june-6-and-7/) - The following information is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL):Amateur Radio stations bearing call signs that promote the “stay-at-home” message and the value of social distancing and isolation have sprung up during the COVID-19 pandemic, with some 150,000 messages of support shared around the world. An on-air gathering over the June 6-7 weekend will
- [ARISS using new Multipoint Telebridge Amateur Radio Approach](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-using-new-multipoint-telebridge-amateur-radio-approach/) - For immediate release:April 28, 2020Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is pleased to announce the first use of a concept called Multipoint Telebridge Contact via Amateur Radio, allowing school contacts for Stay-At-Home students and simultaneous reception by families, school faculty and the public.During the last several weeks, efforts to contain the spread of
- [Special event VC2STAYHOM is now active: April 6 to May 6](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-vc2stayhom-now-active/) - For immediate release:Some countries around the world are now allowing Radio Amateurs to use special “STAYHOME” call sign suffixes.Michael Shamash, VE2MXU, is using VC2STAYHOM to raise awareness for social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic and global public health emergency. He is a member of Radio Amateurs of Canada and is based in Montreal.“In Canada we
- [New Manager of the VE9/VY2 Incoming QSL Bureau](https://www.rac.ca/new-manager-of-the-ve9-vy2-incoming-qsl-bureau/) - For immediate release | Pour diffusion immédiate | Disponible en français New Manager of the VE9/VY2 Incoming QSL BureauThe VE9/VY2 Incoming QSL Bureau has a new Manager and a new address:VE9/VY2 QSL BureauRino Deschenes, VE9VIC, ManagerBox 921Kedgwick, NB E8B 1A3Email: ve9vic@hotmail.comRino Deschenes, VE9VIC, has taken over the VE9/VY2 Bureau, effective immediately. All credits, cards and information
- [ARES Prince Edward Island](https://www.rac.ca/ares-prince-edward-island/) - Section Emergency Coordinator Temporarily Vacant Emergency Coordinators Temporarily Vacant
- [RAC Welcomes New Special Advisor for World Radio Conferences](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-new-special-advisor-for-world-radio-conferences/) - The following news item is courtesy of The Canadian Amateur magazine:As we are about to begin another four-year process leading to the next World Radiocommunication Conference in 2023, Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, has decided to step down as RAC Special WRC Advisor to let another RAC representative start the process.Bryan provided his final report on WRC-19
- [Radio Amateurs Team Up to Help University Design Low-Cost Ventilator](https://www.rac.ca/radio-amateurs-team-up-to-help-university-design-low-cost-ventilator/) - The following news item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League:Amateur Radio volunteers from around the world have volunteered to assist University of Florida Professor Sam Lampotang and his engineering team in their quest to rapidly develop an open-source, low-cost patient ventilator that can be built anywhere from such commonly available components as PVC
- [RSGB HF and VHF contest rules changes](https://www.rac.ca/rsgb-hf-and-vhf-contest-rules-changes/) - The Radio Society of Great Britain issued the following news release:“As a result of the United Kingdom government’s recent advice on social distancing, it is with regret that the HF Contest Committee (HFCC) and the VHF Contest Committee (VHFCC) have decided that, with immediate effect and until the end of June 2020, we will no
- [RAC Head Office building has been closed but staff are working remotely](https://www.rac.ca/rac-head-office-has-been-closed-temporarily/) - Membership Renewals | Mail delivery | Contacting RAC Update as of March 21, 2020:As previously reported the RAC Head Office in Ottawa has been closed indefinitely due to the global pandemic.The majority of activities and responsibilities of the RAC administration are now being performed remotely. In addition, the RAC Board and Executive and all RAC
- [Ed Frazer, VE7EF, appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/ed-frazer-ve7ef-appointed-to-the-canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame/) - For immediate release:The Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) is pleased to announce that Ed Frazer, VE7EF, of West Vancouver, British Columbia has been named to the Hall of Fame.Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs by appointments to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame. The Constitution for
- [RAC Office Phone Service Has Resumed](https://www.rac.ca/rac-office-phone-interruption/) - Tuesday, March 10, 2020 For immediate release:Service to the RAC phone system has been successfully restored and individuals who left messages yesterday will be contacted during the work day.The RAC Office can once again be reached by calling 613-244-4367 or 877-273-8304 from 10 am to 4 pm EST/EDT, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays).Thank you again
- [RAC Canada Day Contest 2019 Results and Soapbox: March 2020 update](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-2019-results-and-soapbox-march-2020-update/) - RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFMarch 2020 update:After the initial results of the RAC Canada Day Contest 2019 were published in the January-February 2020 TCA, there were a few corrections reported. Our apologies for the errors.The following corrections have been made:1) W8UM was originally reported as SOABLP when in fact they were
- [Friedrichshafen’s Ham Radio 2020](https://www.rac.ca/friedrichshafens-ham-radio-2020/) - “Germany plays host to the world”Ham Radio 2020 – the 45th International Amateur Radio Exhibition – will take place from June 26 to 28 in Friedrichshafen, which is located on the northern shoreline of Lake Constance (the Bodensee) in Southern Germany, near the borders of both Switzerland and Austria.The event is organized by the Deutscher Amateur Radio
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019 Logs now available on RAC website](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2019-logs-now-available-on-rac-website/) - RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SF, provided the following report:A summary of logs received for the 2019 RAC Canada Winter Contest is now available on the RAC Contesting Rules and Results webpage and has been provided below. The log categorization found within the summary is based on the contents of log files
- [RAC Amateur of the Year Award 2019: Cary Rubenfeld, VE4EA](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year-award-2019-cary-rubenfeld-ve4ea/) - For immediate release:The RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in selecting Cary Rubenfeld, VE4EA, as the recipient of the RAC Amateur of the Year Award for 2019 in recognition of his tireless efforts to promote Amateur Radio in his home province of Manitoba, throughout Canada and internationally.Through the RAC Amateur of the Year Award,
- [Former RAC Ontario North Regional Director Doug Leach, VE3XK SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-ontario-north-director-doug-leach-ve3xk-sk/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC Ontario North Regional Director Doug Leach, VE3XK, became a Silent Key on January 15, 2020.Doug served as the RAC First Vice-President in 1997-98 and was the RAC Director for the Ontario North Region from 2001 to 2004. He also served as
- [Special Event for 90th Anniversary of the Polish Amateur Radio Union](https://www.rac.ca/special-event-for-90th-anniversary-of-the-polish-amateur-radio-union/) - For immediate release:On February 22-24, 1930, the Polish Amateur Radio Union – Polski Zwiazek Krótkofalowców (PZK) – was founded by professor Janusz Groszkowski from the Warsaw University of Technology. He also was elected its first President.World War II broke out in 1939 and Amateur Radio activities went out of existence in Poland. It took years for the
- [CAMSAT Says CAS-6 Activation for Amateur Use has been Delayed](https://www.rac.ca/camsat-says-cas-6-activation-for-amateur-use-has-been-delayed/) - The following item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League:Chinese Amateur Satellite Group (CAMSAT) CEO Alan Kung, BA1DU, has indicated that some problems with the precise attitude determination of the newly launched CAS-6 Amateur Radio satellite have delayed deployment of the antennas.The satellite was to have been put into service within three days.“If the
- [RAC Appoints New Community Services Officer and Treasurer](https://www.rac.ca/rac-appoints-new-community-services-officer-and-treasurer/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Tremblay, VE3JXT, as its new Community Services Officer (CSO) and Margaret Tidman, VA3VXN, as its new Treasurer. Both positions are effective January 1, 2020.Jason has been serving as RAC’s Deputy Community Services Officer and is relieving Doug Mercer, VO1DTM, of one
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2019-2/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2019Note: the RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules are provided on this page. The rules don’t usually change from year to year and we will highlight any changes if they do happen.In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are
- [Commemorative ARISS Slow-Scan TV Transmissions Event starts tomorrow](https://www.rac.ca/commemorative-ariss-slow-scan-tv-transmissions-event-starts-tomorrow/) - The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) program will support slow-scan television (SSTV) transmissions worldwide in memory of cosmonauts Alexei Leonov, Valery Bykovsky and Sigmund Jähn.This event is currently scheduled to begin tomorrow, Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 11:00 UTC and will end at 18:20 UTC on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 when the system is scheduled
- [Former RAC Ontario South Director Geoff Smith, VA3GS SK](https://www.rac.ca/former-rac-ontario-south-director-geoff-smith-va3gs-sk/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that former RAC Ontario South Regional Director Geoff Smith, VA3GS, became a Silent Key on December 4, 2019 at age 77.Geoff was formerly a Director and Vice-President of the Canadian Amateur Radio Federation (CARF) and was the Ontario South Director for Radio Amateurs of
- [RAC Appoints New Deputy Director – Alberta/NWT/NU Region](https://www.rac.ca/rac-appoints-new-deputy-director-alberta-nwt-nu-region/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada would like to welcome Stephen Lee, VA6SGL, as the Deputy Director for the Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut Region.RAC Alberta/NWT/NU Director, Ernest Clintberg, VE6EC/VE6ECK, appointed Stephen as Deputy Director on December 1, 2019.As illustrated in the bio provided below, Stephen has extensive experience in Amateur Radio in Canada and
- [RAC Appoints New Deputy Community Services Officer](https://www.rac.ca/rac-appoints-new-deputy-community-services-officer/) - For immediate release:Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Tremblay, VE3JXT, as its Deputy Community Services Officer (CSO) effective immediately.Jason recently represented RAC at the International Amateur Radio Union’s General Assembly Emergency Communications Workshop in Lima, Peru (as shown in the photo) and he has extensive Emergency Communications experience as
- [Progress Report from RAC Special Advisor to WRC-19: Week 3](https://www.rac.ca/progress-report-from-rac-special-advisor-to-wrc-19-week-3/) - WRC-19 Update: Week 3Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN – RAC Special AdvisorThe World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) is being held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt from October 28 to November 22, 2019. Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, the RAC Special Advisor at World Radiocommunication Conferences, has provided the following update. We will also be including a report on the proceedings and outcomes of
- [Progress Report from WRC-19](https://www.rac.ca/progress-report-from-wrc-19/) - The International Amateur Radio Union’s Executive with the International Telecommunication Union’s Secretary General, Houlin Zhao, at WRC-19. From left: IARU Vice-President Ole Garpestad, LA2RR; IARU President Tim Ellam, VE6SH; ITU Secretary General Houlin Zhao; and IARU Secretary David Sumner, K1ZZ. WRC-19 Update: Week 2Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN – RAC Special AdvisorThe World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) is being
- [RAC Attends Canadian CubeSat Meeting in Fredericton](https://www.rac.ca/rac-attends-canadian-cubesat-meeting-in-fredericton/) - Disponible en françaisThe following item is courtesy of The Canadian Amateur magazine:On October 7, 8 and 9, 2019, the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and CubeSat NB hosted the first of three Preliminary Design Review (PDR) meetings for the Canadian CubeSat Project initiated by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).The Canadian
- [RAC Welcomes Directors for 2020](https://www.rac.ca/rac-welcomes-directors-for-2020/) - For immediate release: Each year, the terms of office of roughly half of our Directors end – four in even-numbered years and three in odd-numbered years. We have now completed the nominations and election process for Directors in the Alberta/NWT/NU, Ontario South and Quebec Regions. Ernest C. Clintberg, VE6EC (Alberta/NT/NU), Phil McBride, VA3QR (Ontario South)
- [Election for RAC Director Ontario South Region 2019](https://www.rac.ca/election-for-rac-director-ontario-south-region-2019/) - Disponible en françaisThree nominations have been received for the position of RAC Director for the Ontario South Region.Following a review of the documentation submitted and taking into account the constitutional and election process requirements, the Election Committee determined that the nomination papers were complete and in order for the following individuals. Their bios are provided
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2019/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2019 In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are invited to participate. Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC December 28, 2019. Next year the contest will be held on December 19, 2020. A bilingual PDF version
- [IARU Overview of Week 1 of WRC-19](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-overview-of-week-1-of-wrc-19/) - “Early Progress, Contention on Difficult Issues Mark First Week of WRC”International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Press Release:Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, November 1, 2019 – Week 1 of the 2019 World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-19) saw agreement reached on several issues on which discussions prior to the conference had revealed consensus. Those were the easy ones; the rest
- [ITU World Radiocommunication Conference to "forge pathways for future digital communications"](https://www.rac.ca/wrc-19-to-forge-pathways-for-future-digital-communications/) - WRC-19 to manage scarce radio-frequency spectrum for rapidly evolving terrestrial and space-based communication technologiesInternational Telecommunications Union Press ReleaseSharm El-Sheikh, October 28, 2019 The World Radiocommunication Conference, the international treaty-making Conference governing the global management of scarce radio-frequency spectrum as well as geostationary-satellite and non-geostationary-satellite orbits, opened today in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.The conference was opened by
- [Radio Assembly 2019 of the International Telecommunication Union](https://www.rac.ca/radio-assembly-2019-of-the-international-telecommunication-union/) - The World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) is being held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt from October 28 to November 22, 2019. Our delegate, Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, the RAC Special Advisor at World Radiocommunication Conferences, is there and will be providing reports to us. Stay tuned to this website for more information. Radiocommunication Assembly 2019 (RA-19) The Radiocommunication Assembly 2019 (RA-19)
- [Simulated Emergency Test: October 2019](https://www.rac.ca/simulated-emergency-test-october-2019/) - Disponible en françaisDate: Saturday, October 12Note: In Ontario the Simulated Emergency Test will be held on Saturday, October 12 but at Emergency Operations Centres that are located in Municipal offices, that can’t get access on the weekend, the SET will also be held on Wednesday, October 9.The Simulated Emergency Test is a North America-wide exercise
- [RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program: Applications Open for 2020](https://www.rac.ca/rac-affiliated-club-insurance-program-applications-open-for-2020/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications from Amateur Radio clubs across the country for our Liability Insurance Program for 2020.RAC runs the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program each year to provide Canadian Amateur Radio clubs with liability insurance coverage – often needed by clubs in order to
- [IARU Administrative Council Steps Up Efforts to Combat Radio Spectrum Pollution](https://www.rac.ca/iaru-administrative-council-steps-up-efforts-to-combat-radio-spectrum-pollution/) - The following news item is courtesy of the International Amateur Radio Union:The Administrative Council (AC) of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) held its annual in-person meeting on September 28 and 29, 2019 in Lima, Peru, just before the triennial General Assembly of IARU Region 2. The AC is responsible for the policy and management
- [Radio station WWV is celebrating 100 years](https://www.rac.ca/radio-station-wwv-is-celebrating-100-years/) - The following news item is courtesy of Southgate Amateur Radio News: Standard Time and Frequency station WWV celebrates its centenary on October 1. Radio Amateurs have been asked to participate by taking measurements and sharing their results as described below. The Reporter Herald says: The world’s oldest licensed radio station, which operates from a location
- [RAC officials are attending XX General Assembly of IARU Region 2 in Lima, Peru](https://www.rac.ca/rac-officials-attending-iaru-r2-general-assembly-in-lima-peru/) - Lima 2019 – The XX General Assembly of the International Amateur Radio Union’s Region 2 is now underway in Lima, Peru and is being held from September 30 to October 2, 2019. Radio Club Peruano (RCP) is the host Member Society.The above photo shows the Head Table at the event.All IARU Member societies have a responsibility to
- [Distracted Driving in Canada update: Ontario considering permanent two-way radio exemption for Amateurs](https://www.rac.ca/distracted-driving-ontario-considering-permanent-exemption/) - For immediate release:Distracted driving regulations continue to be an area of interest for many Canadian Radio Amateurs. These regulations are made and enforced by provincial governments and can vary considerably from province to province and over time. In Ontario, RAC Directors Allan Boyd, VE3AJB (Ontario North/East) and Phil McBride, VA3QR (Ontario South) have been working
- [Thank you for attending the RAC AGM!](https://www.rac.ca/thank-you-for-attending-the-rac-agm-2019/) - Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA (RAC President) accepts Certificate of Appreciation from André Goguen, VE9ARG (Moncton Area ARC President) at the RAC Annual General Meeting. Thank you Moncton Area ARC!Radio Amateurs of Canada held its biennial Planning Meeting in Riverview, New Brunswick (near Moncton) on Thursday, September 12 and Friday, September 13 and it was attended by
- [RAC Planning Meeting in Moncton](https://www.rac.ca/rac-planning-meeting-2019-day-2/) - Moncton, New Brunswick – Day 2After a well-deserved dinner last night, Day 2 of the biennial Planning Meeting of Radio Amateurs of Canada is well underway in Moncton, New Brunswick just ahead of tomorrow’s RAC Annual General Meeting.RAC’s Board of Directors meetings throughout the year are teleconferences so these Planning Meetings held every two years allow for a face-to-face
- [RAC Planning Meeting is now underway in Moncton, New Brunswick](https://www.rac.ca/rac-planning-meeting-is-now-underway-in-moncton-new-brunswick/) - The biennial Planning Meeting of Radio Amateurs of Canada is now underway in Moncton, New Brunswick just ahead of the RAC Annual General Meeting which will be held on Saturday, September 14. In the above photo RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, provides an overview of Amateur Radio in Canada.RAC’s Board of Directors meetings throughout the year are teleconferences
- [Larry E. Price, W4RA, SK](https://www.rac.ca/honorary-carhof-member-larry-price-sk/) - Larry E. Price, W4RA, Silent Key –ARRL and IARU President Emeritus and Honorary Member of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameAmerican Radio Relay League (ARRL) and International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) President Emeritus, Larry E. Price, W4RA, of Statesboro, Georgia, died on September 10 at the age of 85.At the age of 16, Larry was
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2018 Results and Soapbox](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2018-results-and-soapbox/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2018 ResultsRAC Contest Managers Sam Ferris, VE5SF and Bart Ritchie, VE5CPUParticipation in the 2018 running of the RAC Canada Winter Contest was high once again with a total of 851 entries received. Generally, scores were down this year and for the third year in a row no new records were established given
- [RAC Office Phone Outage](https://www.rac.ca/rac-office-phone-outage/) - Update Monday, August 26:The RAC Office is continuing to have issues with its VoIP phone system. The phone lines are working but there are still intermittent connection issues.If you have difficulties reaching the RAC office by phone, all inquiries including renewal requests can also be handled via email. Voice mail services remain functional and messages
- [Update on Two Metres Sharing Proposal](https://www.rac.ca/update-on-two-metres-sharing-proposal/) - For immediate release:There has been a concern – understandably – in the Amateur community over a proposal made by France to study reallocating144 – 146 MHz to the aeronautical navigation service at a World Radiocommunication Conference, likely in 2023, to accommodate the growing number of aircraft employing new navigation tracking and communication aids.At the meeting of
- [Hurricane Dorian Update: Friday, September 6](https://www.rac.ca/environment-canada-issues-statement-on-hurricane-dorian/) - For immediate release:Environment Canada issued a Tropical Cyclone Information Statement this morning and it has been provided below.I will monitor its progress during the coming days and provide updates.Operators are advised to prepare their homes for high winds and rain and, when able, to monitor local repeaters, the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) Emergency Centre
- [International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend 2019 is this weekend](https://www.rac.ca/international-lighthouse-lightship-weekend-2019-is-this-weekend/) - The International Lighthouse Lightship Weekend (ILLW) has been held on the third full weekend each August since 1998. This year the event will be held this coming weekend on August 17-18.The ILLW website (https://illw.net/) describes the event as follows:“The ILLW attracts over 500 lighthouse entries located in over 40 countries. It is one of the
- [Article: Global Institutions Support Amateur Radio Communication and Experimentation](https://www.rac.ca/article-global-institutions-support-amateur-radio-communication-and-experimentation/) - The following item is courtesy of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL):Former ARRL CEO David Sumner, K1ZZ, has contributed to the latest edition of ITU News Magazine – published by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).The issue is devoted to “terrestrial wireless communications,” which includes the Amateur Radio and Amateur Satellite Services.Sumner’s article, “Self-training, intercommunication and technical
- [New Chinese Amateur Radio Satellite CAS-7B Launched](https://www.rac.ca/new-chinese-amateur-radio-satellite-cas-7b-launched/) - The Amateur Radio satellite CAS-7B (BP-1B), carrying an FM transponder, was launched at 05:00 GMT on July 25, 2019 and the FM transponder and Telemetry Beacon have been received.The satellite was launched on Hyperbola-1 from Jiuquan into a 300 km 42.7 degree inclination orbit. CAS-7B is expected to have a lifetime of less than a month
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-july-30/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8.Phil will be providing
- [Return to St Paul Island: CY9C II – Day 1](https://www.rac.ca/return-to-st-paul-island-cy9c-ii-day-1/) - In August 2016, RAC Ontario South Director, Phil McBride, VA3QR/VA3KPJ, was part of a team of 11 operators who embarked on a DXpedition to St. Paul Island (IOTA NA-094). Phil is currently a member of a team of eight operators for a return to St. Paul Island from July 31 to August 8.Phil will be providing
- [ARISS SSTV Event Commemorates Space Pioneer Astronaut, Owen Garriott, W5LFL, SK](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-sstv-event-commemorates-space-pioneer-astronaut-owen-garriott-w5lfl-sk-august-1-4/) - Skylab and Space Shuttle Astronaut and First Amateur in Space: Owen Garriott, W5LFL Scientist-Astronaut-Amateur Owen K. Garriott, W5LFL, science pilot of the Skylab 3 mission, is stationed at the Apollo Telescope Mount (ATM) console in the Multiple Docking Adapter of the Skylab space station in Earth orbit. From this console the astronauts actively control the
- [RAC President Attends Annual ARRL Board Meeting: July 19-20](https://www.rac.ca/rac-president-attends-annual-arrl-board-meeting-july-19-20/) - The annual Board of Directors meeting of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), is underway in Windsor, Connecticut and will conclude tomorrow Saturday, July 20.The above photo shows (from left): RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA; ARRL Chief Executive Officer Howard Michel, WB2ITX; ARRL President Rick Roderick, K5UR; and International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) President Tim Ellam,
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- [Home](https://www.rac.ca/) - We Are All About Amateur Radio | Tous ensemble pour la radioamateur Quick Links | Join RAC | Renew Membership | Volunteer | Donate Amateur Radio is both a fun hobby and a vital service! Radio Amateurs of Canada is All About Amateur Radio! Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur
- [Worked All North America](https://www.rac.ca/worked-all-north-america/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Worked All North America The Worked All North America Award (WANA) is available to any Amateur who has submitted satisfactory evidence to Radio Amateurs of Canada showing two-way communication with other Amateur stations in North America. Le diplôme Worked All North America (WANA) peut être attribué à tout radio amateur ayant soumis
- [Contesting/Radiosport](https://www.rac.ca/contesting/) - RAC Cabrillo specification document: | RAC Cabrillo V3.4 (posted December 2025) RAC Contest Rules | RAC Canada Day Contest: July 1, 2026 Download (PDF, 142KB) Download (PDF, 149KB) RAC Canada Day Contest 2025 Results RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFRadio Amateurs of Canada sponsors two radio sport contests each year. The RAC
- [World Amateur Radio Day 2026: Saturday, April 18](https://www.rac.ca/operating/world-amateur-radio-day-april-18-2026/) - RAC “Get on the Air on World Amateur Radio Day” special event Certificates for WARD 2025: If you participated in the RAC WARD 2025 event you can download your certificates at the following link: https://www.rac.ca/certificate-generator/ Événement spécial de RAC « Prenez l’air lors de la Journée mondiale de la radio amateur » On Saturday, April
- [Amateur Radio Courses](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-courses/) - Courses: RAC | RAQI | BC | AB | MB | ON | QC | NB | NS | NL | PEI Amateur Radio Basic and Advanced Qualification courses are being provided both online and in person. We are pleased to include information about any courses provided by Canadian Amateur Radio Clubs on this webpage. In addition, both
- [Canadaward](https://www.rac.ca/canadaward/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Canadaward The Canadaward is available to any Amateur who has submitted satisfactory evidence to Radio Amateurs of Canada showing two-way communication with other Amateur stations in each province and territory of Canada.Le Canadaward peut être attribué à tout radioamateur ayant soumis des preuves suffisantes à Radio Amateurs du Canada démontrant qu’une
- [Commonwealth Contest / Concours du Commonwealth](https://www.rac.ca/commonwealth/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada CommonWEalth Contest Concours du Commonwealth About À propos In addition to being RAC’s Regulatory Affairs Officer, Dave Goodwin, VE3KG, is an avid contester, former Sports Page columnist, and is also the Chair of the RAC Contest and Awards Committee. He has provided a report below on changes to the Commonwealth Contest.
- [Alternate Home Page](https://www.rac.ca/alternate/) - Please note: this is a test page only! Latest Media A quick audio message from RAC President Podcast with Ante regarding Social Media Youth Community Audio Update from Jason Become engaged with the Community and enjoy being part of a national organization. Click the Links above to go to external sources or watch or listen
- [Coureur des Bois](https://www.rac.ca/coureur-des-bois/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Challenge - Coureur des Bois Award Défi RAC - Diplôme Coureur des bois RAC Challenge - Coureur des Bois Award | Défi RAC - diplôme Coureur des bois About À propos About The “Coureurs des bois” played an important role in the exploration of North America and were vital in
- [RAC Contest Management Team](https://www.rac.ca/rac-contests/) - RAC Contest Rules 2026.Note: this is an article from the November-December 2025 TCA so the headline is for the RAC Canada Winter Contest but the rules are for both the RAC Canada Day Contest and the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Download (PDF, 148KB) Meet the RAC Contest Management Team:Sam Ferris, VE5SF, and Bart Ritchie, VE5CPUSam Ferris,
- [RAC Youth Education Program](https://www.rac.ca/youth-education-program/) - Youth Educational Resources | Join YEP | YEP Funding application | Submit an Activity The purpose of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Youth Education Program is to provide youth and their leaders with an innovative way of learning by introducing them to the wonderful world of Amateur Radio.The Program provides financial and personal support
- [ExHAMiner](https://www.rac.ca/exhaminer/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada ExHAMiner simpleMorse & HAMpuzzle Written for RAC by François Daigneault VE2AAYA suite of programs for candidates to the Canadian Amateur Radio certification.Conçu pour RAC par François Daigneault, VE2AAYUne suite de programmes pour se préparer à l’examen canadien de radioamateur. ExHAMiner English Français English ExHAMiner is a self-test freeware program for candidates
- [ExHAMiner V2.5 (F)](https://www.rac.ca/exhaminer-v2-5-2/) - Redirect
- [HAMpuzzle V1.2](https://www.rac.ca/hampuzzle-v1-2/)
- [simpleMorse](https://www.rac.ca/simplemorse-2/)
- [ExHAMiner V2.5](https://www.rac.ca/exhaminer-v2-5/)
- [Community and Disaster Service Reports](https://www.rac.ca/community-and-disaster-service-reports/) - The following Community and Disaster Service Reports were published in the January-February 2026 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Download (PDF, 129KB)
- [RAC Maple Leaf Operators and New Members](https://www.rac.ca/rac-maple-leaf-operators-and-new-members/) - The following is a list of RAC Maple Leaf Operators and New Members which was published in the January-February 2026 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Download (PDF, 121KB)
- [Community Services Officer (CSO)](https://www.rac.ca/community-services-officer/) - CSO Message | Overview of the Auxiliary Communications Service Message from the RAC Community Services OfficerJason Tremblay, VE3JXT | RAC Community Services Officer | community@rac.caThe Canadian Amateur magazine: January-February 2026 Download (PDF, 367KB) Overview of the Auxiliary Communications ServiceFor the past several years, I have been working closely with the Section Managers on the restructuring
- [RAC Regulatory/Advocacy Intiatives](https://www.rac.ca/regulatory-advocacy/regulatory-team/) - Welcome to the RAC Regulatory/Advocacy WebpageDave Goodwin, VE3KGRAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerAs RAC’s Regulatory Affairs Officer I am pleased to share with you my Regulatory Roundup column (see right column) which is published in The Canadian Amateur magazine.It provides an overview of the many regulatory initiatives that the members of RAC’s Regulatory Team (see below) are
- [President's Message | Message du président](https://www.rac.ca/presidents-message/) - January-February | Janvier-Février | 2026 Download (PDF, 244KB) November 2024 to November 2025 November 2025 Download (PDF, 1.78MB) September 2025 Download (PDF, 771KB) July 2025 Download (PDF, 248KB) May 2025 Download (PDF, 230KB) March 2025 Download (PDF, 1.8MB) January 2025 Download (PDF, 77KB) November 2024 Download (PDF, 273KB)
- [British Columbia/Yukon Region](https://www.rac.ca/british-columbiayukon-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon British Columbia/Yukon PROVINCIAL GROUPSClub Name:British Columbia Amateur Radio Coordination Council Inc. (BCARCC)City: North VancouverServing Areas: B.C. and YukonRAC Region:British Columbia & YukonWebsite:www.bcarcc.orgClub Callsign:NoneContact:Ed Frazer VE7EF ve7ef (at) myrac (dot) caClub Mailing Address:BCARCC Secretary, #802, 1485 Duchess Ave., West Vancouver, BC V7T
- [World Amateur Radio Day 2025: Friday, April 18](https://www.rac.ca/operating/world-amateur-radio-day-april-18-2025/) - Certificates for WARD 2025: If you participated in the RAC WARD 2025 event you can download your certificates at the following link: https://www.rac.ca/certificate-generator/ Événement spécial de RAC « Prenez l’air lors de la Journée mondiale de la radio amateur » On Friday, April 18, 2025, Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again organizing a special
- [RAC Basic Course Registration Page: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-basic-course-registration-page-winter-2026/) - Course Information | Requirements | Registration Form Registration for the Winter 2026 RAC Basic Course is now underway! Course Information: Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Amateur Radio course so that individuals from all across Canada can obtain their Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with Basic Qualification. The course will again be conducted with
- [RAC Basic Qualification Amateur Radio Course: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-basic-qualification-amateur-radio-course-winter-2026/) - Alan GriffinRAC MarCom Directormarcom@rac.ca
- [RAC Basic Radio Course Registration: Winter 2026 Confirmation](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-courses/rac-basic-radio-course-registration-winter-2025-confirmation/) - Thank You for completing the registration for Basic Radio Course Winter 2026: A copy of your registration form has been sent to the course instructor. You will receive a confirmation of your registration at your submitted email address within 1-2 business days. Important: Students must have a copy of the Canadian Amateur Radio Basic Qualification Study Guide
- [RAC Challenge Leaderboard](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge-leaderboard/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge – LEADERBOARD Défi canadien des opérations portables de RAC – Classement Click on the year to see the annual score, and then click on the month to see the monthly score.Cliquez sur l'année pour voir le score annuel, et ensuite cliquez sur le mois pour voir
- [Amateur Radio Course Study Guides](https://www.rac.ca/study-guides-2/) - Is Amateur Radio For You? | Hamstudy | Coax Publications | Purchase Books Welcome to the Wonderful World of Amateur Radio!Do you?enjoy the thought of communicating with people around the world without the use of phones or the Internet?like experimenting with electronics?like interfacing radio transmitters with your computer?want to serve your community at social events
- [RAC Affiliated Clubs List](https://www.rac.ca/affiliated-club-listing/) - The RAC Affiliated Club Program The RAC Affiliated Club Program provides an opportunity for Canadian Amateur Radio Clubs to provide support to their national Amateur Radio association, Radio Amateurs of Canada. The program provides valuable services and benefits that enhance the Amateur Radio experience for the club’s members including the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program. There are
- [Hamstudy Course Subscription](https://www.rac.ca/hamstudy-course-registration/) - Hamstudy Online CourseThank you for your interest in becoming an Amateur Radio Operator using our online Hamstudy Basic or Advanced Radio Course:Hamstudy.com offers two online self-study courses for the Canadian Basic and Advanced Amateur Radio exams.Please note this is a self-study course with no instructor. Hamstudy Basic and Hamstudy Advanced were created by Frank VanderZande VE7AV
- [January-February 2026](https://www.rac.ca/january-february-2026/) - January-February 2026 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the January-February 2026 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [RAC Online Publications: TCA](https://www.rac.ca/digitaltca/) - RAC Online Publications: TCA The Canadian Amateur: Canada's Premier Amateur Radio Magazine Current TCA | 2025 | 2024 | 2023... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/) - Links: CARHOF Members | Board of Trustees | Nomination FormImportant note: The nominee should not be made aware of the nomination nor be asked for his or her approval to be nominated. The nomination should be kept confidential and known only to the nominator(s). The deadline for nominations is the last business day in September. What is
- [Board of Trustees](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/board-of-trustees/) - CARHOF Chair: John Grow, VE2EQL, Monkland, Ontario, carhof@rac.ca Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Trustees(updated October 29, 2022)AlbertaRob Brennen, VE6TRRedwater, AlbertaNova ScotiaFred Archibald, VE1FAPort Williams, Nova ScotiaBritish ColumbiaNeil King, VA7DXVancouver, British ColumbiaOntarioTom Haavisto, VE3CXKaministiquia, OntarioManitobaJim Griffiths, VE4GZWinnipeg, ManitobaPrince Edward IslandBrent Taylor, VY2HFStratford, Prince Edward IslandNew BrunswickYvon Hachey, VE1VONDieppe, New BrunswickQuebecTony Pattinson, VE2KMDollard-Des-Ormeaux, QuebecNewfoundland and LabradorEv
- [Certificate Generator](https://www.rac.ca/certificate-generator/) - RAC Certificate Generator Select your event, year, and enter your callsign to generate your certificate. Event/Contest -- Select Event -- WARD Year -- Select Year -- Records Available: 0 Callsign Generate Certificate Error × OK
- [RAC Contesting Rules and Results](https://www.rac.ca/contesting-results/) - RAC Contest Rules 2025 | RAC Winter Contest December 20. 2025 RAC Cabrillo specification document: | RAC Cabrillo V3.4 (posted December 2025) Download (PDF, 142KB) Download (PDF, 149KB) RAC Canada Day Contest 2025 Results RAC Contest Managers Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFRadio Amateurs of Canada sponsors two radio sport contests each year. The RAC
- [Maple Leaf Operator Advanced Amateur Radio Course Registration: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/mlo-advanced-course-registration/) - Advanced Course webpage | Advanced Course requirements | Registration Form Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course so that individuals can upgrade their qualifications. Registration is now underway!Course Requirements:The RAC Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio course is being offered at no charge to RAC Maple Leaf Operator Members –
- [RAC Advanced Course for Maple Leaf Operators: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/rac-advanced-course-for-maple-leaf-operators-winter-2026/) - Course information | Instruction | Syllabus | Requirements | Registration Registration for the Winter 2026 Advanced Course is now underway: click to register now Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course so that individuals can upgrade their qualifications. The registration form will be included below once registration has
- [What is Amateur Radio?](https://www.rac.ca/what-is-amateur-radio/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | EVENTS | TCA SUBSCRIPTION Amateur Radio is a fun scientific hobby for everyone! What is Amateur Radio?It is a form of communication, a hobby, a community service and a vital service in the event of an emergency.It could be a teacher in Nova Scotia
- [Maple Leaf Operator Membership](https://www.rac.ca/maple-leaf-operator/) - RAC Maple Leaf Operator Levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold Radio Amateurs of Canada is a national, non-profit organization devoted to the protection of Amateur Radio for public use and advocacy for enthusiasts of Amateur Radio at local, national and international levels. As such, the primary goal of all membership fees collected by RAC is to support our
- [Maple Leaf Operator Advanced Amateur Radio Course Registration: Fall 2025](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-courses/mlo-advanced-fall-2025-course-registration/) - Course Bulletin | Advanced Course requirements Registration for the Fall 2025 Advanced Course has now closed. More Advanced courses will be offered in January 2026. Stay tuned to the RAC website and RAC bulletins in November. Please subscribe to RAC bulletins to receive notifications. Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur
- [Social Media](https://www.rac.ca/social-media/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Social Media médias Sociaux RAC Follow Radio Amateurs of Canada across the different social media platforms.Suivez Radio Amateurs de Canada à travers les différentes plateformes de médias sociaux. Radio Amateurs of Canada is now active on social media. Follow us for news and Amateur radio content.Radio Amateurs du Canada est
- [Maple Leaf Operator Online Advanced Amateur Radio Course Confirmation: Winter 2026](https://www.rac.ca/mlo-advanced-radio-course-confirmation-winter-2026/) - Thank You for registering for the Maple Leaf Operators Advanced Radio Course – Winter 2026.Your instructor has been sent a copy of this course confirmation.If you have additional questions please contact the course instructor at: advancedcourse@rac.caIf you are looking to order the Advanced Radio Study guide please click the link below:Canadian Amateur Radio Advanced Qualification
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2025](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-rules-2025/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest: Saturday, December 20, 2025 – 00:00:00 UTC to 23:59:59 UTC English: Download (PDF, 148KB)French: Download (PDF, 149KB)RAC Contest Rules 2025Please review the above contest rules carefully to ensure full understanding of the contest categories and requirements.If you have questions about these rules or need help with preparing or submitting your log
- [Worked All Continents](https://www.rac.ca/worked-all-continents/) - International Amateur Radio UnionUnion internationale des radioamateurs Worked All Continents The Worked All Continents award is available to any Amateur who has submitted satisfactory evidence to the International Amateur Radio Union showing two-way communication with other Amateur stations in each of the six recognized continental areas of the world.Le diplôme Worked All Continents peut être
- [Western Region](https://www.rac.ca/western-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Western Region ALBERTA Club Name: Sask Alta Radio Club* City: Lloydminster Serving Areas: NW Saskatchewan and NE Alberta centred on Lloydminster RAC Region: Western and Mid-Western Website: https://saskaltarc.ca/ Club Callsigns: VE5RI, VE5YLL, VE6YVG, VE6HDY, VE6INN, VE6RWC, VE6BDL Contact: Dwayne Friedrick
- [Canadian Century Club](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-century-club/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Canadian Century Club Century Club Canadien The Canadian Century Club Award is available to any Amateur who has submitted satisfactory evidence to Radio Amateurs of Canada showing two-way communication with at least 100 different Amateur stations in Canada.Le diplôme Century Club Canadien peut être attribué à tout radioamateur ayant soumis des
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2025](https://www.rac.ca/agm/) - AGM Overview | AGM Video: YouTube RAC Annual General Meeting | Ottawa | September 6, 2025 The RAC Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on Saturday, September 6, 2025.The following items are available on the right in a PDF document.1) Report of the President to RAC Members at the AGM2) Summary of the 2024 Financial Statements3) Minutes
- [RAC Contest Calendar](https://www.rac.ca/contest-calendar/) - Contest Calendar: November to Early January Visit the WA7BNM Contest Calendar Index at: https://www.contestcalendar.com | RAC Canada Winter Contest:0000Z, Dec 27 2359Z, Dec 27 The “Contest Calendar” is presented as a guide only. RAC and TCA do not necessarily endorse or support any of the contests or the accuracy of the information. Bands: The 30,
- [November-December 2025](https://www.rac.ca/november-december-2025/) - November-December 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the November-December 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [The RAC National Incoming QSL Bureau](https://www.rac.ca/the-rac-national-incoming-qsl-bureau/) - Member societies of the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) operate a worldwide system of QSL Bureaus. Radio Amateurs of Canada as the Canadian member-society, operates a National Incoming Bureau.Cards received from IARU member societies by the RAC National Incoming Bureau are sorted and forwarded to the Incoming Bureau in each call area.All domestic cards (VA-VE-VY)
- [RAC Insurance Program](https://www.rac.ca/insurance/) - Overview | Coverage: Equipment/Loss/Damage / RAC Members | Fees | Applications Please note: Due to the Canada Post work stoppage applications and payments are unable to be sent by regular mail. RAC strongly recommends any communication, submissions, and invoice payments be sent electronically. Please contact the RAC office manager for details. What is the RAC
- [Defence of Amateur Radio Fund](https://www.rac.ca/darf/) - DARF Reports: 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | How to Donate DARF Report 2024 Serge Bertuzzo, VA3SBRAC International Affairs OfficerThe Defence of Amateur Radio Fund (DARF) is an independent legal Trust, which is administered by Radio Amateurs of Canada to:1) Ensure that there are sufficient funds on
- [The Canadian Amateur Magazine (TCA)](https://www.rac.ca/tca/) - Sample issues | TCA Downloads | Advertising | Author’s Guide | RAC Author’s Agreement Note: if you are already a RAC member please click on the “TCA Downloads” link to get your copy.The Canadian Amateur (TCA), Canada’s premiere national magazine devoted to Amateur Radio, is published six times per year and is the membership journal
- [RAC Advanced Course for Maple Leaf Operators: Fall 2025](https://www.rac.ca/rac-advanced-course-for-maple-leaf-operators-fall-2025/) - Course information | Instruction | Syllabus | Requirements | Registration Registration for the Fall 2025 Advanced Course has now closed. More Advanced courses will be offered in January 2026. Stay tuned to the RAC website and RAC bulletins in November. Please subscribe to RAC bulletins to receive notifications.Background Information:Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering
- [Clubs and Repeaters](https://www.rac.ca/operating/clubsandrepeaters/) - Amateur Radio ClubsThere are many advantages to joining an Amateur Radio club. Clubs are a great resource and can help ease the transition by pointing you in the right direction: purchasing and setting up the right equipment; helping to explain the terminology; and providing a much-needed social network.Clubs also are a great way to get
- [Ontario North/East Region](https://www.rac.ca/ontario-north-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Ontario North/East Region Club Name:Ontario Amateur Radio Service (ONTARS)City: n/aServing Areas: Ontario and beyondRAC Region/Section:n/aWebsite:http://www.ontars.comClub Callsign: Contact:Barry VE3ISX ve3isx@gmail.comClub Mailing Address: Meeting dates, times, locations:Daily 0700 – 1800 ET on 3.755 MHzClasses Offered:n/aAccredited Examiner(s): n/aRepeaters: n/aClub Events:ONTARS will advertise all club events. Send the
- [September-October 2025](https://www.rac.ca/september-october-2025/) - September-October 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the September-October 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Ontario ACS Recruitment](https://www.rac.ca/ontario-acs-recruitment/) - Media Releases | Radio Amateurs of Canada | Ontario Government Radio Amateurs of Canada is receiving $545,000 to recruit and retain volunteers, upgrade skills and prepare teams for deployment within Ontario. These efforts will ensure a sustainable volunteer workforce is prepared with necessary skills for emergency telecommunications. ACS Volunteer Portal and Ontario Corps Integration Radio
- [July-August 2025](https://www.rac.ca/july-august-2025/) - July-August 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the July-August 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Brochures/Handouts](https://www.rac.ca/brochures/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada: “We’re All About Amateur Radio”This brochure describes both the tangible and intangible benefits of belonging to Radio Amateurs of Canada. RAC provides many services, publications and supplies to its members to enhance their enjoyment of Amateur Radio and plays an important role in protecting the Amateur Radio Service.To download the brochure click
- [TCA Author's Guide](https://www.rac.ca/tca/tca-authors-guide/) - TCA Author’s GuideWe are always looking for articles, both technical and non-technical, that are of interest to Radio Amateurs. Please send them directly to the TCA Editor at tcamag@yahoo.ca or by mail to:The Canadian Amateur720 Belfast RoadSuite 217Ottawa, ONCanada K1G 0Z5However, before you submit your articles please review the RAC Author’s Agreement provided above. If you have any
- [RAC Auxiliary Communications (AUX-C) Communicator Course](https://www.rac.ca/rac-acs-communicator-course/) - Course Overview and Outline | Registration Information Background info on 2024 ACS Courses only: Upcoming courses:York RegionDate: September 21–22, 2024Time: 9 am to 5 pm each dayPlace:Room G031ABYork Region Operations Centre17150 Yonge StreetToronto, OntarioNiagara RegionDate: September 28-29Time: 9 am to 5 pm each dayPlace:Room CE101Niagara Regional Headquarters1815 Sir Isaac Brock WayThorold, Ontario—Past courses:Sudbury, OntarioDate: Saturday,
- [Media Release | July 23, 2025 | Ontario ACS Recruitment](https://www.rac.ca/media-release-july-23-2025-ontario-acs-recruitment/) - Media Releases | Radio Amateurs of Canada | Ontario Government Radio Amateurs of Canada is receiving $545,000 to recruit and retain volunteers, upgrade skills and prepare teams for deployment within Ontario. These efforts will ensure a sustainable volunteer workforce is prepared with necessary skills for emergency telecommunications. Radio Amateurs of Canada Strengthens Emergency Preparedness with
- [Radio Amateurs of Canada home](https://www.rac.ca/alternate-homepage-testing/) - Join RAC | Renew Membership | DARF | Upcoming Events | Donate | Volunteer Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada and represents all Canadian Amateurs at all levels of government. Speaking on behalf of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and carries the Amateur
- [CEPT Permits](https://www.rac.ca/operating/cept-permits/) - Temporarily Operating Canadian Amateur Stations in Other CountriesPending updates, Radio Amateurs of Canada continues, under delegated authority from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada), to issue CEPT and IARP permits to Canadian Amateurs wishing to operate while traveling abroad. Please refer to Section 8 of Radiocommunication Information Circular (RIC-3) for details on
- [Online Award Application](https://www.rac.ca/online-award-application/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Online Award Application Demande de diplôme en ligne Once you have completed the application form for the awards you are applying for, please fill out the online form below and upload your applications as a pdf. Once submitted you will receive an email confirmation.Once the application has been reviewed and approved
- [Worked All RAC](https://www.rac.ca/worked-all-rac/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Worked All RAC The Worked All RAC (WARAC) award is available to any Amateur who has submitted satisfactory evidence to Radio Amateurs of Canada showing two-way communication with at least 10 official RAC stations.Le diplôme Worked All RAC (WARAC) peut être attribué à tout radioamateur ayant soumis des preuves suffisantes à
- [RAC Operating Awards](https://www.rac.ca/operating/rac-operating-awards/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Operating Awards Program Programme des Diplômes RAC Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to offer the following operating awards to all Amateurs worldwide. Radio Amateurs du Canada a le plaisir d’offrir les diplômes suivants à tous les amateurs du monde. Canadaward Worked All RAC Canadian Century Club Worked All North America
- [RAC President's Message | Message du Président](https://www.rac.ca/rac-presidents-message/) - July-August 2025 TCA: Download (PDF, 248KB)May-June 2025 TCA: Download (PDF, 230KB)
- [Quebec Region](https://www.rac.ca/quebec-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Quebec Region PROVINCIAL Nom du club: Radio Amateur du Québec Inc (RAQI) Ville: Montreal Serving Areas: Province du Québec RAC Region: Québec Site WEB: https://raqi.ca/ Indicatif d’appel du club: Contact: Adresse postale du club: 4545 Avenue Pierre-de-Coubertin CP
- [May-June 2025 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/may-june-2025-tca/) - May-June 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the May-June 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full Size PDF FlipHTML5 version: Right-Click on the above file... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [January-February 2025 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/january-february-2025-tca-2/) - January-February 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the January-February 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full Size PDF FlipHTML5 version: Right-Click on the above file... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [March-April 2025 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/march-april-2025-tca/) - March-April 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the March-April 2025 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. Full Size PDF FlipHTML5 version: Right-Click on the above file... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [RAC Member Lookup](https://www.rac.ca/rac-member-lookup/)
- [RAC POC Submission Form](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge-form/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge - Submission Form Défi canadien des opérations portables de RAC – Formulaire de soumission RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge - Submission FormDéfi canadien des opérations portables de RAC - Formulaire de soumission Sorry. You must be logged in to view this form. EN FR RAC Challenge
- [Login](https://www.rac.ca/login-2/) - Username or Email Address Password Remember Me Show Password Lost Password? Welcome to Radio Amateurs of Canada LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | EVENTS | TCA SUBSCRIPTION Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada and represents all Canadian Amateurs at all levels of
- [Ontario South Region](https://www.rac.ca/ontario-south-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Club information is a service provided by: Radio Amateurs of Canada https://www.rac.caBelow is a list of Ontario South Region Amateur Radio Clubs. Use the CTRL-F (Windows) or COMMAND-F (MAC) function of your browser to search by name or location.Submissions from
- [Welcome to the Wonderful World of Amateur Radio!](https://www.rac.ca/welcome-to-the-wonderful-world-of-amateur-radio/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | EVENTS | TCA SUBSCRIPTION Amateur Radio is a fun scientific hobby for everyone! What is Amateur Radio?It is a form of communication, a hobby, a community service and a vital service in the event of an emergency.It could be a teacher in Nova Scotia
- [Shop](https://www.rac.ca/shop/)
- [Welcome Canada-Wide Science Fair Participants](https://www.rac.ca/welcome-canada-wide-science-fair-participants/) - Welcome | Space | Satellites + High Altitude Balloons + WSPR | New Skills + Digital Modes Amateur Radio provides "Out of this World " Opportunities! Amateur Radio is a fun scientific hobby for everyone! What is Amateur Radio?It is a form of communication, a hobby, a community service and a vital service in the event
- [Amateur Radio: Learn New Radio Skills](https://www.rac.ca/learn-new-radio-skills/) - Welcome | Space | Satellites + High Altitude Balloons + WSPR | New Skills + Digital Modes Expand Communication Horizons by Learning New Radio Skills While studying for your Amateur Radio Certification Exam, you will learn a wide variety of protocols, rules and regulations needed to operate a radio in the Amateur bands. Once learned, using
- [Develop a Lifelong Interest in Science and Technology](https://www.rac.ca/develop-a-lifelong-interest-in-science-and-technology/) - Welcome | Space | Satellites + High Altitude Balloons + WSPR | New Skills + Digital Modes The Elevation Education | Satellites | Weak Signal Propagation Reporting Amateur Radio is a popular technical hobby and volunteer public service that uses designated radio frequencies for non-commercial exchange of messages, wireless experimentation, self-training and emergency communications. Amateur Radio
- [Amateur Radio Connects Students with Astronauts in Space](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-in-space/) - Welcome | Space | Satellites + High Altitude Balloons + WSPR | New Skills + Digital Modes Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States and other international
- [Youth On The Air Camp Special Event Station 2023](https://www.rac.ca/youth-on-the-air-camp-special-event-station-2023/) - YOTA Camp 2023 | Ottawa | July 16-21, 2023 – English | French | YOTA website Background information about YOTA Camp 2023 | Ottawa, Canada Special Event Station VE3YOTA The camp for young Amateur Radio operators in North, Central and South America will operate special event station VE3YOTA while camp is in session from July
- [Youth On The Air Camp 2024](https://www.rac.ca/youth-on-the-air-2024/) - YOTA Camp 2024 | Halifax | July 7-12 – English | French | YOTA website Highlights of YOTA Camp 2024 are on the YOTA Youtube ChannelOpening Ceremonies | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday: CBC radio | Thursday | Closing Ceremonies OTTAWA, Ontario, Canada – December 8, 2023 Youth On The Air Camp Comes Back to Canada!Radio
- [Advertising in The Canadian Amateur](https://www.rac.ca/tca/advertising/) - For information on submitting articles to The Canadian Amateur magazine please see the RAC Author’s Agreement and TCA Author’s Guide provided below. The Canadian Amateur (TCA), Canada’s premiere national magazine devoted to Amateur Radio, is published six times per year and is the membership journal of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC). It is available in both print and
- [RAC Training Resources Project](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-courses/rac-instructor-resource-bank/)
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2024](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-2024/) - AGM Overview | AGM Video: YouTube LiveStream The RAC Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on Saturday, October 5.The following items are available on the right in a PDF document.1) Report of the President to RAC Members at the AGM2) Summary of the 2023 Financial Statements3) Minutes of the Annual General Meeting 2024Please visit the RAC YouTube
- [Regulatory Roundup Column](https://www.rac.ca/regulatory-roundup/) - "Regulations Relating to Antennas": May-June 2025 TCA Our regulator, Innovation Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), has rules governing the use and installation of antenna systems. These are contained in an ISED policy document called “Radiocommunication and Broadcasting Antenna Systems” (CPC-2-0-03). In this issue of the Regulatory Roundup column (May-June 2025 TCA) I describe these
- [RAC National Executive](https://www.rac.ca/executives/) - Board of Directors and Executive | List of Members of Executive | Contact Form Radio Amateurs of Canada is a not-for-profit membership association with headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. It is a national organization, representing the interests of Amateur Radio all across Canada.Speaking on behalf of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and carries
- [RAC Board of Directors](https://www.rac.ca/directors/) - RAC Board of Directors and National ExecutiveFor a complete list of the RAC Board of Directors and Executive please see the information below.Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. – 720 Belfast Road, Suite 217, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada –Toll Free: 1-877-273-8304 – General info: racgm@rac.ca The RAC Board of Directors of RAC is composed of seven Regional Directors
- [RAC Scholarship and Grant Program](https://www.rac.ca/grant-information/) - Overview of Program | RAC Foundation | Applications Deadline for applications: October 31 Al Eros, VE4ZB – RAC Scholarship and Grants Coordinator – grants@rac.caThe RAC Foundation is now accepting Scholastic Grant applications from eligible Amateurs for the 2025-2026 school year. The application deadline for all grants is October 31.Through the the RAC Foundation Program, Radio
- [Donations in Support of Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/donation/) - There are many ways you can support Amateur Radio in Canada and internationally – either individually or through your Amateur Radio club.Here are several options for you to consider:Donation to Radio Amateurs of CanadaDonation to VE3RHQ Amateur Radio StationDonation to Defence of Amateur Radio Fund (DARF) TrustDonation to the RAC Scholarship Fund (RAC Foundation)Donation to the Youth
- [Amateur Radio Nets](https://www.rac.ca/nets/) - The following list of Amateur Radio Nets is an ongoing project that needs your help to keep it current. It is very much a work in progress.Please let us know if you have any changes, additions or deletions by contacting: tcamag@yahoo.caIn addition, if you know of a good source of nets on the Web please
- [RAC Membership Certificate](https://www.rac.ca/membership-certificate/) - Message from RAC Member Services OfficerOn behalf of the National Executive and the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada, I am pleased to provide you with your official RAC Membership Certificate.This certificate is a testament to your commitment and connection to our shared mission.To order your certificate please send an email to me
- [Portable Operations Challenge](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Défi canadien des opérations portables de RAC Radio Amateurs of Canada introduced the Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Award for RAC members on Canada Day, July 1, 2021. The objective is to recognize and encourage portable operations by RAC members from locations throughout Canada in a friendly
- [Field Day 2025: Weekend of June 28-29](https://www.rac.ca/field-day-2024/) - The above photos are courtesy of the Peel Amateur Radio Club, the Ottawa Amateur Radio Club and the Ottawa Valley Amateur Radio Club. Please see the descriptions provided below. Field Day is always the 4th full weekend in June. Field Day is the single most popular on-the-air event held annually in the United States
- [Public Services](https://www.rac.ca/emergency-services/) - Section Managers: Forms | Information Resources Message from the RAC Community Services Officer: March 2025Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) plays a pivotal role in the Canadian Amateur Radio community, standing as a beacon of the interests and passions of Amateur Radio enthusiasts across the country. As the voice of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC engages with government
- [RAC Membership Information and Services](https://www.rac.ca/rac-membership-information-and-services/) - RAC Services | Renewal forms | RAC HQ infoRadio Amateurs of Canada, #217 – 720 Belfast Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1G 0Z5Note: RAC Office Hours for RAC HQ: Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 4 pm EST RAC Membership InformationWe Are All About Amateur Radio! Check out Our Services here.On behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada, we
- [Amateur Radio Requirements in Canada](https://www.rac.ca/requirements/) - How are Amateur Radio operators “authorized” in Canada?Amateur Radio in Canada is regulated by a federal government department called Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED; formerly Industry Canada). The first level of authorization is the Amateur Radio Operator Certificate with the Basic Qualification. Passing (70%) a multiple choice exam of 100 questions will provide you
- [Radio Amateurs of Canada Alan Test](https://www.rac.ca/home_alan/) - Quick Links | Join RAC | Renew Membership | Volunteer | Donate | AGM | Call Sign Search We Are All About Amateur Radio | Tous ensemble pour la radioamateur World Radiocommunication Conference 2023The World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23) is now underway. It will be held in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates from November 20 to December
- [Web Hosting for RAC Afffiliated Clubs](https://www.rac.ca/web-hosting/) - The Radio Amateurs of Canada is provide another benefit to RAC affiliated clubs: the ability to host your club’s website on the RAC server. And depending on how you choose to set up your domain, in some cases there will be no cost for this service!Radio Amateurs of Canada runs our IT services using OVHcloud,
- [RAC Amateur of the Year Award](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year/) - Program OverviewThrough the Amateur of the Year Award, Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes the outstanding contributions made by Canadian Amateurs. It is the intent of the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada to recognize the outstanding Canadian Radio Amateur of the Year, each year such candidates are nominated.To qualify for the title “RAC Amateur of
- [Canadian Basic Amateur Radio Question Bank 2025](https://www.rac.ca/esc_cne/) - Banque de questions de base sur la radio amateur canadienne 2025 Reference Files for New Basic Amateur Radio Question Bank On January 27, 2025, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) released the new Basic Qualification Question Bank for Amateur Radio. This new Question Bank will be used for all Basic Amateur Radio Certificate examinations beginning
- [Silent Key Submission Guidelines](https://www.rac.ca/silent-keys/) - Reporting a Silent Key | Reassigning Call Signs | Carl Everson Memorial Silent Keys list Reporting a Silent KeyTCA Submission GuidelinesThe Canadian Amateur (TCA) magazine regularly features a listing of Silent Keys as a way to honour our departed Radio Amateurs. Silent Key notifications are accepted from family members, friends or other Amateurs. In addition,
- [Carl Everson Memorial Silent Keys List](https://www.rac.ca/carl-everson-memorial-silent-keys-list/) - Reporting a Silent KeyTCA Submission GuidelinesThe Canadian Amateur (TCA) magazine regularly features a listing of Silent Keys as a way to honour our departed Radio Amateurs. Silent Key notifications are accepted from family members, friends or other Amateurs. Radio Amateurs of Canada would like to express our deepest condolences for your loss. We understand that this
- [Special Introductory RAC Membership Opportunity for New Amateurs](https://www.rac.ca/intro/) - Message from the RAC PresidentCongratulations again on achieving your Certificate of Proficiency in Amateur Radio and welcome to Radio Amateurs of Canada!In recognition of your achievement, I’d like to offer you a free one-year membership which includes:A subscription to the digital (eTCA) version of The Canadian Amateur magazine, with access to previous online issuesOpportunities to connect
- [Other Awards](https://www.rac.ca/other-operating-awards/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada Other Operating Awards Autres diplômes Other operating awards from Canada and around the world.Autres diplômes du Canada et du monde. Other Operating Awards | Autres diplômes About À propos About In an effort to encourage award hunting and general activity on our frequency bands, we have decided to publish this list
- [RAC Challenge FAQ](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge-faq/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge - FAQ Défi Canadien des opérations portables de RAC - FAQ RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge - FAQ Défi canadien des opérations portable RAC - FAQ EN FR RAC Challenge For any questions please contact the RAC Awards Manager at awards@rac.ca Links Leaderboard Submissions FAQ Coureur
- [RAC Bulletins](https://www.rac.ca/rac-notifications/) - In addition to posting news items on the RAC website and in The Canadian Amateur magazine, Radio Amateurs of Canada regularly communicates with its members about its programs and services by sending out RAC Bulletins to its subscribers. Topics include eTCA notifications, new Amateur Radio courses, and other Amateur Radio news, activities and events.We rely on
- [VE3RHQ](https://www.rac.ca/ve3rhq/) - Please stay tuned for information.
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Clubs](https://www.rac.ca/clubs/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Benefits of Joining Amateur Radio ClubsThere are many advantages to joining an Amateur Radio club. Clubs are a great resource and can help ease the transition by pointing you in the right direction: purchasing and setting up the right equipment;
- [About Radio Amateurs of Canada](https://www.rac.ca/our-organization-3/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada and represents all Canadian Amateurs at all levels of government. Speaking on behalf of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and carries the Amateur voice about regulatory and spectrum issues to the discussion table with government and industry
- [Registration Page for RAC Advanced Course for Maple Leaf Operators: Winter 2025](https://www.rac.ca/registration-advanced-course-for-maple-leaf-operators-winter-2025/) - Registration for the Advanced Course is now underway!Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course so that individuals can upgrade their qualifications.The RAC Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio course is being offered at no charge to RAC Maple Leaf Operator Members.Please visit the Advanced Course Winter 2025 webpage for more
- [RAC Advanced Course for Maple Leaf Operators: Winter 2025](https://www.rac.ca/rac-advanced-course-for-maple-leaf-operators-winter-2025/) - Course Instruction | Syllabus | Requirements | Registration Registration is now underway! Radio Amateurs of Canada is once again offering an online Advanced Qualification Amateur Radio Course so that individuals can upgrade their qualifications.With your Advanced Certificate, you can run higher power, operate a remotely-controlled station, obtain operating privileges when travelling overseas, set up repeaters, be
- [RAC Challenge Scores - Current Month](https://www.rac.ca/rac-challenge-scores/) - RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Scores Scores au défi canadien des opérations portables RAC Back to Main LeaderboardDe retour au classement général Select a different month RAC Challenge Scores - February 2026 Call sign TotalQSOs TotalQSOsPoints Provinces,Territories,CY9, CY0 GridSquares POTAParks IOTAIslands ARLHSLighthouses SOTASummits WWFFParks TotalMultipliers TotalScore Number of OperationsDuring February 2026 VE9CZ 514 1542 1
- [membership-renewal](https://www.rac.ca/membership-renewal/) - RAC Membership Renewals This page is for existing Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) membership renewals only! For other membership types please contact the Radio Amateurs of Canada Office at racgm@rac.ca Important links: Downloads | The Canadian Amateur Welcome to the RAC Membership Renewals webpage.Thank you for choosing to renew your Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) membership!
- [Cybersecurity](https://www.rac.ca/cybersecurity/) - RAC’s Cybersecurity Efforts | Q&As and Helpful Tips RAC’s Cybersecurity Efforts To date, there have been no direct successful attacks on the RAC computer system. Unfortunately attempts to defraud people through email messages and phone calls are a part of the world we live in today. We will continue to take measures to ensure that our
- [Used and Swap](https://www.rac.ca/used-and-swap/) - Important note: The following list of used and swap events and sites are submitted by the organizers of these events themselves and are not maintained by RAC directly.If you are an event or site organizer, please contact the RAC office if you wish to report any changes or additions. These sites are not endorsed by
- [RAC Affiliated Club Program](https://www.rac.ca/rac-affiliated-club-program/) - The RAC Affiliated Club Program provides an opportunity for Canadian Amateur Radio Clubs to provide support to their national Amateur Radio association, Radio Amateurs of Canada. The program provides valuable services and benefits that enhance the Amateur Radio experience for the affiliated club’s members including the RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program. There are great savings on
- [Encryption](https://www.rac.ca/encryption/) - Radio Amateurs of/du Canada | Encryption | Chiffrement LEGAL DISCLAIMER: The information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.The use of any information or material on this website is at your own risk. We are not responsible for any errors or omissions in the content,
- [Public Encryption Keys](https://www.rac.ca/public-encryption-keys/) - Call sign Submitted By Submitted Date Communication Protocol Communication Protocol Version Cryptographic Algorithm Key Value Key Format Key ID Description VA3FBN Cambel Fuerst DMR DMR Tier II Enhanced Privacy 7E9A3C12F4B8D0A6C1E2F7B4A9D3E815 HEX VA3FBN Experimental 2-Way Communication for DMR VE3NWD Andrew Redacted DMR Conventional & Tier II Motorola ADP (Enhanced Privacy) & AES-CBC ADP (40-bit): 8D2B5617CA AES-CBC
- [Our Programs: We are All About Amateur Radio!](https://www.rac.ca/our-programs-3/) - RAC Membership Benefits – What we offer:In addition to the many services provided – such as Regulatory/Advocacy – RAC members also enjoy the following tangible benefits:The Canadian Amateur (TCA) magazine, Canada’s premiere national magazine devoted to Amateur Radio, is published six times per year and is available in both print and digital (eTCA) formatsTwo annual RAC contests: the
- [Join RAC | Renew Membership](https://www.rac.ca/home-test/membership-sign-up-renewal-area/) - Join RAC | Membership Benefits | Renew Membership | “My Membership” Welcome to Radio Amateurs of Canada: We Are All About Amateur Radio! Join RAC and/or Renew MembershipThank you for choosing to join Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) or deciding to renew your membership! If you are ready to proceed with your membership application please choose from
- [Our Services: We Are All About Amateur Radio!](https://www.rac.ca/our-services-3/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | UPCOMING EVENTS Download (PDF, 2.73MB) We are All About Amateur Radio”Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representing the interests of Amateur Radio across
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Appointments 2024](https://www.rac.ca/canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame-2024/) - Nominations au Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur canadienne 2024 Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK) and John Schouten, VE7TI, Appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameThe Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that John Schouten, VE7TI, and Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK), have been named
- [November-December 2024 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/november-december-2024-tca/) - November-December 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the November-December 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2023](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-2023/) - List of Conference Presentations | RAC Bulletin Annual General Meeting The RAC Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on Saturday, August 19.The following items are available on the right in a PDF document.1) Report of the President to RAC Members at the AGM2) Summary of the 2022 Financial Statements3) Minutes of the Annual General Meeting 2023Please
- [Youth Education Program Resources](https://www.rac.ca/youth-education-program/yep-resources/) - Youth Activities The following are some activities involving Youth and Amateur Radio. ISS Slow Scan TV (SSTV) Intercepting radio signals from the International Space Station (ISS) on SSTV. Grade 4/5: “We had a great time using a tape measure Yagi antenna and determining compass directions and degrees of elevation above the horizon to locate the
- [RAC Annual General Meeting and Canada Conference 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-and-canada-conference-2021/) - RAC Annual General Meeting 2021 President's Report | AGM Minutes | Financial Statements The Radio Amateurs of Canada held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday, September 19. Given the ongoing global pandemic the AGM was once again held as a virtual event. The Minutes of the AGM, Financial Statements 2020 and the RAC President’s
- [September-October 2024 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/september-october-2024-tca/) - September-October 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the September-October 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [How To Begin](https://www.rac.ca/how-to-begin/) - Is Amateur Radio For You? | Hamstudy | Coax Publications | Purchase Books Welcome to the Wonderful World of Amateur Radio!Do you?enjoy the thought of communicating with people around the world without the use of phones or the Internet?like experimenting with electronics?like interfacing radio transmitters with your computer?want to serve your community at social events
- [RAC Auxiliary Communications (AUX-C) Communicator Course](https://www.rac.ca/rac-auxiliary-communications-aux-c-communicator-course/) - Course Overview | Course Outline | Registration Information Course Information:Date:Saturday, September 7 andSunday, September 8Time:9 am to 5 pm each dayLocation: Lionel E Lalonde Centre239 Montee PrincipaleSudbury (Azilda), OntarioP0M 1B0 RAC Auxiliary Communications (AUX-C) Communicator CourseFor immediate release: August 23, 2024Radio Amateurs of Canada, in partnership with the City of Sudbury, is excited to introduce
- [Downloads/TCA](https://www.rac.ca/downloads/) - The Canadian Amateur Sample issues | TCA Downloads | Advertising | Author’s Guide | RAC Author’s Agreement Note: if you are already a RAC member please click on the “TCA Downloads” link to get your copy.The Canadian Amateur (TCA), Canada’s premiere national magazine devoted to Amateur Radio, is published six times per year and is
- [About Radio Amateurs of Canada](https://www.rac.ca/about-rac/) - “We are All About Amateur Radio”Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representing the interests of Amateur Radio across Canada.Radio Amateurs of Canada represents all Canadian Amateurs at all levels of government. Speaking on behalf of
- [Alan Loop Carousel](https://www.rac.ca/alan-loop-carousel/) - Paul Burggraaf
- [ARISS Contacts: Upcoming and Past](https://www.rac.ca/ariss/ariss-contacts/) - Upcoming Contact: YOTA Camp 2024 at Mount Saint Vincent University in Halifax, Nova Scotia on July 9 Date: July 9, 2024 | Time: 12:06:38 pm/am ADT (Nova Scotia) (15:06:38 UTC, 11:06 am EDT, 10:06 am CDT, 9:06 am MDT, 8:06 am PDT). Watch the ARISS Contact live via Youth On The Air – YouTube ARISS
- [Our Services](https://www.rac.ca/our-services/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | UPCOMING EVENTS “We are All About Amateur Radio”Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with its headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representing the interests of Amateur Radio across Canada.Radio Amateurs of
- [Scholastic Grant Application](https://www.rac.ca/grant-information/scholastic-grant-application/) - Al Eros, VE4ZB – RAC Scholarship and Grants Coordinator – grants@rac.caThe RAC Foundation is now accepting Scholastic Grant applications from eligible Amateurs for the 2024-2025 school year. The application deadline for all grants is October 31.Eligibility RequirementsEligible candidates must be:—in full-time attendance at an educational institution such as a university or community collegeCanadian Radio Amateurs:
- [July-August 2024 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/july-august-2024-tca/) - July-August 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the July-August 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [May-June 2024 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/may-june-2024-tca/) - May-June 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the May-June 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Atlantic Region](https://www.rac.ca/atlantic-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Atlantic Region NEW BRUNSWICKPROVINCE-WIDE:Club Name:International Repeater Group (IRG) Inc.City: n/aServing Areas: New Brunswick and surrounding areaRAC Region:AtlanticWebsite:http://ve9irg.netClub Callsign:VE9IRG and othersContact:Rick MacMillan, VE9MTB / W1MTB email to: ve9mtb@rac.caClub Mailing Address:See website for more contact information.Meeting dates, times, locations;Last Sunday in April and
- ["Beyond CanWarn": Weather Spotter Workshops and Information](https://www.rac.ca/canwarn/) - About CANWARN | Events | Hosts | Zoom info | CANWARN Nets | Resources Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to once again present CANWARN Training Sessions. CANWARN, Radio Amateurs of Canada’s national severe weather preparedness program, is an important initiative. It equips volunteers with free storm spotter training, empowering them to protect Canadians from severe weather. It
- [VHF/UHF Repeater Frequency Coordinators and Councils](https://www.rac.ca/vhfuhf-repeater-frequency-co-ordinators-and-councils/) - If you or your club are planning to set up a repeater, please contact your local frequency coordinator before proceeding or before making changes, such as the antenna pattern or height, the power output or the addition of CTCSS tones.For those interested in more background information, please see the following information:Repeater Operating ProceduresVHF and UHF
- [Midwest Region](https://www.rac.ca/midwest-region/) - Atlantic | Quebec | Ontario North/East | Ontario South | Midwest | Western | BC/Yukon Midwest Region PROVINCIAL GROUPSClub Name:Radio Amateurs of ManitobaCity: WinnipegServing Areas: ManitobaRAC Region:MidwestWebsite:https://ramb.ca/index.htmlClub Callsign: Contact: See website for information.Club Mailing Address: See website for information.Meeting dates, times, locations:See website for information.Classes Offered:NoAccredited Examiner(s): Repeaters:VE4CDN 145.270 (-) MorrisVE4MAN 146.610 (-) StarbuckVE4GIM 146.850 (-) GimliVE4MIL 145.210 (-) Milner RidgeVE4EMB 147.360 (+) HadashvilleVE4WPG 147.390 (+)
- [Canada-Wide Science Fair 2024](https://www.rac.ca/canada-wide-science-fair-2024/) - Canada-Wide Science Fair and STEM Expo: Ottawa, May 26 to 31, 2024 OTTAWA, May 17, 2024 – The 62nd edition of the Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF), Canada’s largest annual youth STEM event, will be held at Carleton University from May 26 to 31, 2024. This year, 387 student finalists from all 13 provinces and territories will
- [ARISS: Amateur Radio on the International Space Station](https://www.rac.ca/ariss/) - ARISS Program and Videos | ARISS Canada | Upcoming Contacts Amateur Radio Provides “Out of this World Opportunities”... Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States and other international
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://www.rac.ca/volunteer/) - RAC continues to provide many programs and services to its members and strives to adapt to meet today’s requirements, but we need your help to do so. Please take a look at the following opportunities and consider joining the RAC Volunteer Team. Contact information for each volunteer position is provided below but please contact Alan
- [RAC QSL Bureau System](https://www.rac.ca/qsl-bureau/) - Outgoing QSL Bureau Tips | RAC National and Provincial Incoming Bureaus Operation of the RAC QSL Bureau System would not be possible without the commitment and hard work of the QSL Bureau volunteers. RAC, and all those who benefit, salute these dedicated Amateurs and extend sincere appreciation for the long hours they devote to this difficult
- [World Radiocommunication Conferences](https://www.rac.ca/wrc/) - Paul Coverdale, VE3ICVSpecial Advisor for World Radio ConferencesRadio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to welcome Paul Coverdale, VE3ICV, RAC Special Advisor at the World Radiocommunication Conferences and their Preparatory Meetings.It is the job of a WRC to review and, if necessary revise, the Radio Regulations, the international treaty governing the use of the radio-frequency spectrum
- [Using Radio Skills: Amateur Radio has a lot to offer...](https://www.rac.ca/using-radio-skills-amateur-radio-has-a-lot-to-offer/) - Amateur Radio has a lot to offer an operator who picks up the microphone. It has a variety of purposes to meet every communication need. Many Amateurs start with radio as a hobby that can last a lifetime. Enthusiasts can spend many years building their radio collection and experimenting with various bands and modes of
- [RAC HQ and Member Services](https://www.rac.ca/rac-office/) - RAC Member Benefits | Renewal forms | RAC HQ infoRadio Amateurs of Canada, #217 – 720 Belfast Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1G 0Z5Note: RAC Office Hours for RAC HQ: Monday to Friday, from 10 am to 4 pm EST RAC Membership InformationOn behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada, we would like to thank you for your continued support. Your
- [Operating](https://www.rac.ca/operating/) - RAC Canadian Portable Operations Challenge Award:Click here for information Direct LinksOperating Guidelines | Band Plans & Information | Clubs and Repeaters | Awards | Special Events | QSL Bureau
- [RAC Membership Renewals: Canada](https://www.rac.ca/membership/renewals/) - RAC Member Benefits | Application forms | International memberships Membership Renewal Procedures for Canadian membersNote: this webpage is for renewals by RAC members in Canada only. If you are located in another country please ensure you are logged in first and go to the US and International Renewals webpage.On behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada, we would like
- [RAC Membership Renewals: US and International](https://www.rac.ca/membership/international/) - Benefits | Renewal Options | US and International Application | Canadian Renewals For RAC members in the United States and other International Countries:Note: this webpage is for RAC members in the US and other International countries only. For Canada please go to the Canadian Renewals webpage.On behalf of Radio Amateurs of Canada, we would like to thank
- [Regulatory/Advocacy](https://www.rac.ca/regulatory-advocacy/) - Welcome to the RAC Regulatory/Advocacy webpage. Dave Goodwin, VE3KGRAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerAs RAC’s Regulatory Affairs Officer I am pleased to work with the dedicated volunteers of RAC’s Regulatory Team: Dave Goodwin, VE3KG, Paul Coverdale, VE3ICV, Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, Richard Ferch, VE3KI and Serge Bertuzzo, VA3SB.In August and September 2022, Radio Amateurs of Canada conducted
- [World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19)](https://www.rac.ca/wrc/countdown-to-wrc-19/) - WRC Preparatory Meetings | WRC Articles | Countdown to WRC-19 The World Radiocommunication Conference 2019 (WRC-19) will be held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt from October 28 to November 22, 2019.On this webpage you will find updates as we countdown to WRC-19.Our delegate, Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN, the RAC Special Advisor at World Radiocommunication Conferences, regularly keeps us
- [Youth Programs and Activities](https://www.rac.ca/youth/) - Youth Programs | Grants | Youth Education Program | High Altitude Ballooning Amateur Radio and YouthAmateur Radio is a hobby made especially for youth. As a radio operator, you will have the chance to talk to people around the world and even astronauts in space.Through Amateur Radio, you will learn and practise a set of
- [Youth Programs and Activities](https://www.rac.ca/youth/youth-programs-and-activities/) - Youth Programs | Grants| Youth Education Program | High Altitude Ballooning Amateur Radio and YouthBrian Jackson, VE6JBJRAC Youth Program CoordinatorAmateur Radio is a hobby made especially for youth. As a radio operator, you will have the chance to talk to people around the world and even astronauts in space.Through Amateur Radio, you will learn and
- [Defence of Amateur Radio Fund Annual Report 2016](https://www.rac.ca/darf/defence-of-amateur-radio-fund-annual-report-2016/) - George Gorsline, VE3YV RAC International Affairs Officer Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN RAC Special Advisor at World Radiocommunications Conferences The Defence of Amateur Radio Fund (DARF) Trust supports the travel expenses of a certified Amateur as a member of the Canadian official delegation to the International Telecommunication Union’s World Radiocommunications Conferences (WRC) and preparatory meetings. This Amateur
- [Defence of Amateur Radio Fund Annual Report 2017](https://www.rac.ca/darf/defence-of-amateur-radio-fund-report-2017/) - The headquarters of the International Telecommunications Union in Geneva, Switzerland at which World Radio Conferences are held. Serge Bertuzzo, VA3SB – RAC International Affairs OfficerBryan Rawlings, VE3QN – RAC Special Advisor at World Radiocommunications ConferencesThe sole purpose of the Defence of Amateur Radio Fund (DARF) Trust is to support the travel expenses of a certified Amateur as
- [Distracted Driving](https://www.rac.ca/distracted-driving/) - Distracted Driving Regulations in Canada: An OverviewRichard Ferch, VE3KIRAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerIn light of the recent decision by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to make permanent the exemption for two-way radios for commercial drivers and Amateur Radio operators, we have reviewed the regulations in Canada and, to the best of our knowledge, the exemptions in all
- [Distracted Driving Regulations in Canada](https://www.rac.ca/distracted-driving/distracted-driving-regulations-in-canada/) - Richard Ferch, VE3KIRAC Regulatory Affairs OfficerIn light of the recent decision by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation to make permanent the exemption for handheld two-way radios for commercial drivers and Amateur Radio operators, we have reviewed the regulations in Canada and, to the best of our knowledge, the exemptions in all other provinces are “permanent” (i.e.,
- [RAC Canada 150 Award Operations](https://www.rac.ca/operating/rac150/operations/) - The RAC Canada 150 Award is a celebration of Canada’s 150th birthday since Confederation in 1867. The Award is issued for contacting the RAC stations between July 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017. We are now in the final few days of the Canada 150 Celebrations and we hope you are enjoying taking part in this celebration. We
- [ARISS Contact with St. Francis Xavier High School in Gloucester, Ontario](https://www.rac.ca/ariss-contact-with-st-francis-xavier-high-school-in-gloucester-ontario/) - ARISS Contact with St. Francis Xavier High School in Gloucester, Ontario: Friday, May 26, 2023 Summary: Students at the St. Francis Xavier High School in Gloucester, Ontario will have their chance to speak to astronaut Warren Hoburg, KB3HTZ, onboard the International Space Station tomorrow afternoon. For immediate release – Amateur Radio on the International Space
- [The RAC Email Alias System](https://www.rac.ca/cybersecurity/the-rac-email-alias-system/) - The RAC Email Alias System: Q&As General Questions and Answers | Helpful Tips Here are some Q&As to help you understand the RAC email alias system and also some helpful tips in avoiding email scams. We will be adding more specific responses based on the questions that we are receiving. Our volunteers are working on
- [RAC Annual General Meeting and Canada Conference 2022](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-and-canada-conference-2022/) - The RAC Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held on Sunday, September 18.It was held as a virtual event immediately following the RAC Canada 2022 Conference.The following items are available on the right in a PDF document.1) Report of the President to RAC Members at the AGM2) Minutes of the 2022 Annual General Meeting3) Summary of
- [RAC Canada Conference and AGM 2022](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-2022-conference-and-agm/) - RAC Annual General Meeting | Assemblée générale annuelle Tips for Participants | Keynote Address | Track 1 | Track 2 | Track 3 | Annual General Meeting Register Now: RAC Canada 2022 Conference and Annual General Meeting (via Zoom) Note: the Annual General Meeting will be held immediately after the Conference. We are pleased to
- [RAC Conference Tips for Participants](https://www.rac.ca/rac-conference-tips-for-participants/) - RAC Conference and AGM Registration Important Tips for Individuals Attending the RAC Conference and Annual General Meeting Registration is going very well for the RAC Conference and AGM. If you haven’t registered yet please do so now.Go to: https://adric-ca.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5MvduGrqjgtEt3Gz6xvPowUaHCfOo-0m_iBWe have prepared some important tips on how to register for and participate in the RAC Canada
- [High Altitude Balloon Programs](https://www.rac.ca/youth/high-altitude-balloon-programs/) - High Altitude Balloons: The Elevation Education Kelly Shulman, VE3KLXKelly Shulman, VE3KLX, is a Computer Science, Physics and Math Teacher from North Bay, Ontario. She received her Amateur Radio certification in the spring of 2017 through an interest in High Altitude Ballooning and joined the North Bay Amateur Radio Club at that time. She has written several
- [RAC YouTube Channel Guide](https://www.rac.ca/rac-youtube-channel/) - Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Presentations now available on new RAC YouTube ChannelRadio Amateurs of Canada would like to thank all presenters, participants and volunteers for organizing and attending the RAC Canada 2020 Conference and Annual General Meeting.All presentations are now available for viewing on the new RAC YouTube Channel.Note: Unfortunately there was a problem with the recording
- [RAC Canada 150 Award](https://www.rac.ca/operating/rac150/) - Schedule of Operations | Log Check | Certificate Example | GuidelinesNote: A schedule of RAC station operations by RAC members is available on the RAC 150 Operations webpage and also posted on our Front Page.When you are ready to download your RAC Canada 150 Award please click here: “Award Download”The RAC Canada 150 Award is a celebration of Canada’s
- [Canada C3 Expedition Award](https://www.rac.ca/operating/canada-c3-expedition-award/) - How to Obtain Awards | September 1 | Update: September 25 | September 1 | August 25 | Logs | Background | QSL card The voyage of the Polar Prince, circumnavigating Canada from Toronto to Victoria, British Columbia via the Northwest Passage came to an end with the following post on the Canada C3 website: “After 150
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2016](https://www.rac.ca/agm-2016/) - Date: Saturday, September 10, 2016 The RAC Annual General Meeting is now underway. You can follow along via Twitter using #RACAGM VIA @RACTWEETS, @VE3XRA, @SONRA and more... Here are some photos via Twitter #RACAGM... RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, is now addressing RAC members at the #RACAGM. RAC President Glenn MacDonnell, VE3XRA, has arrived in
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2017](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-rules/) - In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are invited to participate. This year, the RAC Canada Day Contest certificates and the RAC Winter Contest certificates will feature the Canada 150 logo in recognition of Canada’s 150th Birthday. Note: for a list of the
- [RAC Auxiliary Communications Service](https://www.rac.ca/acs/) - RAC Community Services Officer:Jason Tremblay, VE3JXTCommunity Services Officercommunity@rac.ca RAC Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS)Auxiliary Communications (AuxComm) covers a wide range of Amateur Radio techniques and systems that could potentially be used during an emergency or disaster situation.The new RAC Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) will assume the original function of the RAC Amateur Radio Emergency Service (RAC
- [Previous Posts](https://www.rac.ca/previous-posts/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | EVENTS | TCA SUBSCRIPTION Quick Links:RAC HomepageMy Account | Membership AccountCall Sign SearchCall Sign AvailabilityJoin RAC – New MembershipRenew MembershipRequest/Change RAC email RAC OrganizationRAC Board of DirectorsRAC ExecutiveYouth ProgramsAuxiliary Communications ServiceRAC Insurance ProgramAffiliated ClubsRAC BulletinsRecent PostsDonate to RACGet InvolvedRAC Privacy PolicyRAC Email Alias & SecurityHamfests/EventsSpecial EventsStudy Guides | CoursesThe
- [Quick Links and Previous Posts](https://www.rac.ca/quick-links-and-previous-posts/) - LINKS: JOIN RAC | RENEW MEMBERSHIP | DONATE | VOLUNTEER | EVENTS | TCA SUBSCRIPTION Quick Links:RAC HomepageMy Account | Membership AccountCall Sign SearchCall Sign AvailabilityJoin RAC – New MembershipRenew MembershipRequest/Change RAC email RAC OrganizationRAC Board of DirectorsRAC ExecutiveYouth ProgramsAuxiliary Communications ServiceRAC Insurance ProgramAffiliated ClubsRAC BulletinsRecent PostsDonate to RACGet InvolvedRAC Privacy PolicyRAC Email Alias & SecurityHamfests/EventsSpecial EventsStudy Guides | CoursesThe
- [Recent Posts](https://www.rac.ca/recent-posts/) - January-February 2025 TCA is now available January 1, 2025Adam Farson, VA7OJ (SK) and John Schouten, VE7TI, Appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 2024 November 15, 2024Call for Nominations of Candidates for Regional Director to serve on the Board of Directors of Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. 2024 July 22, 2024Update of ISED’s Review
- [RAC Membership Q&As](https://www.rac.ca/rac-membership-info/) - What are the various membership levels?There are three primary membership levels new RAC members should consider first.The e-TCA Membership is the base level, that provides the standard benefits of being a RAC member: digital downloads of The Canadian Amateur magazine, an @myrac.ca email address, voting rights for RAC Director elections in your province, and possible
- [Software](https://www.rac.ca/software/) - APRS Canada (Support Forum)Brandmeister CanadaDMR – QuebecDMR – Quebec (Support Forum)Ham Radio Software for Palm Pilot – Simple CalculatorKangaroo Tabor SoftwareMaker ProSIMetrix – Circuit SimulatorTime Synchronization SoftwareVE3SQB Antenna SSTV SoftwareWD6CNF Amateur Radio Software Site
- [RAC Foundation – FAQ](https://www.rac.ca/rac-foundation/rac-foundation-faq/) - Q. Will donors receive receipts for income tax purposes?A. RAC can raise money from donors and disburse it as the RAC Board sees fit. However, in order for the donors to receive tax-deductible receipts for their donations, RAC has only three possible courses to follow:form a separate charitable organizationbecome a charitable organizationwork with a charitable organizationRevenue
- [RAC Foundation Program](https://www.rac.ca/rac-foundation/) - The RAC Foundation Program was established by Radio Amateurs of Canada to enable us to provide more services at the local and regional levels in order to connect with Amateurs in these areas and especially with youth. RAC operates the RAC Foundation in cooperation with the Ottawa Community Foundation, which administers and invests the donated funds and
- [Inscription des membres – Renouvellement](https://www.rac.ca/inscription-des-membres-renouvellement/) - Radio Amateurs du Canada (RAC) offre plusieurs catégories de membres Les membres non en règle doivent d’abord se connecter en ayant recours à leur indicatif d’appel et alors renouveler leur carte de membre en choisissant parmi les options ci-dessous : Pour devenir un membre de Radio Amateurs du Canada (RAC), allez dans le menu affiché
- [Membership Types](https://www.rac.ca/membership-types/) - If you need assistance with determining which membership works best feel free to contact us.
- [March-April 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA)](https://www.rac.ca/march2024tca/) - March-April 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the March-April 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Membership Account](https://www.rac.ca/membership-account/) - Please ensure you are logged in to view your account details: My Account Welcome, Member Number: 0 Username: Email: Edit Profile | Change Password | Log Out My Memberships You do not have an active membership. Choose a membership level.
- [Welcome to RAC Membership Signup area!](https://www.rac.ca/membership-options/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada: “We are All About Amateur Radio”You may been redirected here if you attempted to access content without a valid RAC membership or you have not logged in. To log in please click on the following link: log in now.To become a member of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) or to
- [RAC Membership: USA and International Countries](https://www.rac.ca/membership-signup-usa/) - The Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) offers several membership types.Existing members please first login with your primary call sign and then renew your membership selecting from the drop down option below:To become a member of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) select from the drop-down menu below.You must use a unique email address. When signing
- [RAC Partnership Programs](https://www.rac.ca/partners/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada continually aims to strengthen Amateur Radio in Canada and support its members in many ways.All Canadian Radio Amateurs benefit from our work representing Amateurs to our regulator – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (formerly Industry Canada) – and at international conferences.RAC members are able to participate in our two national
- [CARAB Minutes](https://www.rac.ca/minutes/carab/carab-minutes/) - The Canadian Amateur Radio Advisory Board (CARAB) is a non-profit consultative group consisting of members of theRadio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) and the Spectrum Management Operations Branch of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). Its function is to provide a consultative forum between Canadian Radio Amateurs and the regulator.Le Comité consultatif sur la radio
- [RAC Author's Agreement](https://www.rac.ca/tca/rac-authors-agreement/) - The RAC Author’s AgreementThe publisher, Radio Amateurs of Canada, has prepared an Author’s Agreement for The Canadian Amateur magazine. The Agreement was prepared by RAC Honourary Legal Counsel, Marcel D. Mongeon, VA3DDD.A copy of the Agreement and Some Explanatory Notes about the Agreement is available for downloading in pdf format from the links below. Download (PDF,
- [May2023TCA](https://www.rac.ca/may2023tca/) - May-June 2023 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Full Size PDFSmaller size PDF Fliphtml5 click... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [July-August 2023 TCA](https://www.rac.ca/july2023tca/) - July-August 2023 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Full Size PDFSmaller size PDF FlipHTML5 version:... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [September2023TCA](https://www.rac.ca/september2023tca/) - September-October 2023 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the September-October 2023 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [November2023TCA](https://www.rac.ca/november2023tca/) - November-December 2023 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the November-December 2023 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Canada-Wide Science Fair and Youth STEM Expo](https://www.rac.ca/youth/canada-wide-science-fair-and-youth-stem-expo/) - “The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF) is the country’s largest annual youth science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) event, bringing together top young scientists and their projects, selected by our national network of over 100 regional STEM fairs in every province and territory. The CWSF STEM Expo features hands-on interactive activities, including experimenting, making, coding, games,
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2023: December 30](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2023/) - Concours de l’hiver du Canada RAC 2023 : le 30 décembre RAC Canada Winter Contest 2023 logs received January 18, 2024: PDF (click here)This listing includes logs received (1175 records included) by uploads to the RAC Web Log Submission webpage or via email to Canadawinter@rac.ca.Entry call sign and entry category are noted based on early review of
- [January2024TCA](https://www.rac.ca/january2024tca/) - January-February 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Welcome to the January-February 2024 issue of... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Quick Links](https://www.rac.ca/quick-links/) - RAC HomepageMy Account | Membership AccountCall Sign SearchCall Sign AvailabilityJoin RAC – New MembershipRenew MembershipRequest/Change RAC email RAC OrganizationRAC Board of DirectorsRAC ExecutiveYouth ProgramsAuxiliary Communications ServiceRAC Insurance ProgramAffiliated ClubsRAC BulletinsRecent PostsDonate to RACGet InvolvedRAC Privacy PolicyRAC Email Alias & SecurityHamfests/EventsSpecial EventsStudy Guides | CoursesThe RAC Challenge + LeaderboardRAC Contest Rules and ResultsRAC YouTube ChannelSilent KeysCEPT PermitsMaple Leaf OperatorsRAC Operating AwardsYL
- [Parks On The Air (POTA) in Canada](https://www.rac.ca/parks-on-the-air-canada/) - Parks on the Air® (POTA) is a popular Amateur Radio activity that involves operating portable radios from designated parks and nature reserves around the world.Thousands of parks are available in the program worldwide, and each will present a unique experience. Operating styles and seasons will also affect the nature of your experience.The program’s objectives include:encourage
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Results 2023](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-results-2023/) - Download (PDF, 1MB)Thank you for participating! Don’t forget the RAC Canada Winter Contest is coming up soon! It will be held on December 30. Updated December 20, 2023RAC Contest Managers:Bart Ritchie, VE5CPU and Sam Ferris, VE5SFThe RAC Contest Management Team is pleased to present an updated version of the RAC Canada Day Contest 2023 Results
- [World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23)](https://www.rac.ca/world-radiocommunication-conference-2023/) - Conférence mondiale des radiocommunications (CMR-23) ITU website: WRC-23 | Program | Documents The Importance of Showing Up! From left: Jon Siverling, WB3ERA, Paul Coverdale, VE3ICV, Barry Lewis, G4SJH, Flavio Archangelo, PY2ZX, Bernd Mischlewski, DF2ZC, Tim Ellam, VE6SH, Murray Niman, G6JYB, Ole Garpestad, LA2RR, Joel Harrison, W5ZN, Yudi Hasbi, YD1PRY, Peter Pokorny, VK2EMR, Dale Hughes, VK1DSH
- [Get Involved | Volunteer | Donate](https://www.rac.ca/get-involved/) - All December 2023 Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representing the interests of Amateur Radio all across Canada.Speaking on behalf of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and carries the Amateur voice
- [Radio Amateurs of Canada New](https://www.rac.ca/home-replacement/) - Quick Links | Join RAC | Renew Membership | Volunteer | Donate | AGM | Call Sign Search We Are All About Amateur Radio | Tous ensemble pour la radioamateur Facebook Twitter Youtube About Us Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with its
- [Admin Testing](https://www.rac.ca/admin-testing/) - Welcome to Membership Signup area! The Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) offers several membership types. You may also be redirected here if you attempted to download files without a valid RAC membership or you have not logged in. Memberships: (the administrative section for members is in preparation) The price of a membership varies according to
- [Test of Pages](https://www.rac.ca/test-of-pages/) - Test of pages
- [Member Stories](https://www.rac.ca/member-stories/) - Do you have a great story that you would like to share with the RAC community? We would love to hear about your Amateur Radio activities: past, present and future. Please submit your article by using the form below or by sending it to tcamag@yahoo.ca. Your article will be reviewed by our Editorial Board and
- [Membership Checkout](https://www.rac.ca/membership-account/membership-checkout/) - [pmpro_checkout]
- [Membership Confirmation](https://www.rac.ca/membership-account/membership-confirmation/) - Thank you for becoming a member of the Radio Amateurs of Canada!To login, go to https://www.rac.ca – clicking the Login tab on the main menu.Once registered on our website, you may also update your profile.If you wish to obtain email forwarding using your call_sign@myrac.ca please contact the webmaster at https://www.rac.ca/webmaster/.In accordance with the new anti-spam
- [Simulated Emergency Test 2022](https://www.rac.ca/simulated-emergency-test/simulated-emegency-test-2022/) - National Simulated Emergency Test: not being held in 2022The annual Simulated Emergency Test (SET) is a Canada-wide exercise in emergency communications, which is administered by the Community Services Officer and Section Managers. The SET is usually scheduled in October to accommodate government or non-government agencies wishing to participate in the simulated exercise. This year Radio Amateurs of
- [Webmaster](https://www.rac.ca/webmaster/) - The RAC website is designed and maintained by a team of dedicated volunteers under the direction of the RAC Chief Information and Technology Officer. Please use the following form for information or to report something in regards to the website. FOR EMAIL FORWARDING REQUESTS: You must have your call sign recorded in your membership information
- [Band Plans](https://www.rac.ca/operating/bandplans/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada bandplanning committees coordinate the development of National Band Plans to provide guidance for the usage of the Canadian Amateur bands. These committees are made up of representatives from all regions of Canada.The committees prepare interim band plans after consulting with Amateurs across the country. These plans not only take into account
- [RAC 0 - 30 MHz Band Plan](https://www.rac.ca/rac-0-30-mhz-band-plan/) - Effective June 1, 2023:The RAC 0-30 MHz Band Plan has been updated effective June 1, 2023.Changes to the plan include:1) The addition of the 630 metre band at 472 – 479 kHz2) The addition of the 15 kHz wide 60 metre band allocation at 5.3515 – 5.3665 MHz and3) Additional text in the notes giving
- [Thank You John Scott, VE1JS, for Your Volunteer Service!](https://www.rac.ca/thank-you-john-scott-ve1js-for-your-volunteer-service/) - After almost 10 years of serving as RAC Operating Awards Manager, John Scott, VE1JS, has decided to retire effective January 1, 2023.John has been very active both on the air and as a volunteer since becoming an Amateur in 1974.“I became an Amateur partly because of my uncle, Dave Williams, VE3BGL (SK) and because I
- [Restructuring of the Field Organization](https://www.rac.ca/community-services-officer/restructuring-of-the-field-organization/) - Volunteers Needed | Changes to RAC Field Organization | Impact on Contesting RAC President Phil A. McBride, VA3QR: As previously reported (2021-2022), RAC Community Services Officer Jason Tremblay, VE3JXT, and his dedicated team of volunteers have been working hard for the past several years on the restructuring of the RAC Field Organization. Maintaining such an
- [Minutes of RAC Board and Annual General Meetings](https://www.rac.ca/minutes/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada Inc. may conduct four types of meetings:An Annual Board of Directors... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [March2023TCA](https://www.rac.ca/march2023tca/) - March-April 2023 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) Correction: The list of Special Event Call... This content is for RAC members only.Join NowAlready a member? Log in here
- [Operating Amateur Radio in Foreign Countries](https://www.rac.ca/operating/operation-in-foreign-countries/) - Serge Bertuzzo VA3SB – International Affairs OfficerSerge Bertuzzo, VA3SB, has been RAC’s International Affairs Officer since 2019. Along with the other members of RAC’s Regulatory team, Serge’s key focus has been on acting as a liaison between RAC and the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) as well as monitoring and contributing to international activities related
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- [Examiners](https://www.rac.ca/examiners/) - Accredited examiners The following information is courtesy of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED): Accredited Examiner searchSearch for Accredited Examiners by area code, city or province. Apply for Examiner accreditationSubmit an application to become an Accredited Examiner. (Requires login) Apply for Examiner accreditation renewalSubmit an application for the renewal of your Examiner accreditation. (Requires
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2022](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2022/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest 2022: December 17 Download (PDF, 676KB)Changes to the RAC Canada Day and Canada Winter ContestsThe Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) Contests and Awards Committee is pleased to announce changes to the RAC sponsored contests. Commencing with the 2022 contest year we will be adding two new entry categories:Single Operator – Assisted
- [Examinations](https://www.rac.ca/examinations/) - To earn your certificate with Basic Qualification, you’ll need to pass a written exam. This is a 70% pass-grade, 100-question multiple-choice test, covering such topics as radio operating practices, basic electrical theory, and the Radiocommunication regulations that apply to Amateur Radio. A mark of 80% or more gives the candidate the additional privileges of Basic
- [Recurring Payments Test](https://www.rac.ca/recurring-payments-test/) - Test page for recurring payments.Check for notifications and renewal messages.Test billing address and credit card changes.How the expiry date information gets handled. Recurring test Basic $5 membership that renews every four days for 2 billing periods. $ 5 00 Every four days Basic Membership Subscribe This is text element TEST
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- [Manufacturers](https://www.rac.ca/manufacturers/) - A4NEC2Abra 4Electronics KitsAcomAdvanced Receiver ResearchAlincoAlpha Delta Communications IncAluma Tower CompanyAmeriKitAmeritronAmidon AssociatesAndrew CorporationAngle Linear CoAntenna Modeling Software by AC6LAAOR USAApogeeKitsARA² Communication ProductsArray SolutionsATOC TechnologiesATV Research IncAutek ResearchBBarker & WilliamsonBencher IncBilal CompanyBird TechnologiesBuckmasterBuddipoleByonicsCC3i — Command and Control Consulting, Inc.Cana KitCommunication ConceptsComputer Automation TechnologyCooper ToolsCubex Quad AntennasCushcraft CorporationDDegen Designs AntennasDiamond AntennasDigital Communications IncDirective SystemsDoug Hall ElectronicsDown East MicrowaveDr
- [RAC Conference 2022 Presentations: Track 3](https://www.rac.ca/conference-2022-presentations-track3/) - 1 pm – John Langille, VE1CWJ “Amateur Satellites and My Ham Radio Journey” John has been an Amateur since 2018 and is a member of the WestCumb & Truro Amateur Radio Clubs. On the radio, he is most often found chasing DX & new grids on the amateur satellites or the magic band. In the
- [Protecting Canadian Amateur Radio Spectrum](https://www.rac.ca/protecting-canadian-amateur-radio-spectrum/) - Presentation to the RAC Canada Conference In September 2021, the RAC Regulatory Team, held a presentation called “RAC and our Regulator – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada”, by Richard Ferch, VE3KI, Paul Coverdale, VE3ICV and Bryan Rawlings, VE3QN Richard Ferch, VE3KI – RAC Regulatory Affairs Officer 2016-2021 Richard obtained his first Amateur Radio licence
- [RAC Regulatory Roundup](https://www.rac.ca/regulatory-advocacy/rac-regulatory-roundup/) - RAC Regulatory Priorities | “Regulatory Roundup” column | Bio RAC’s Regulatory Roundup Dave Goodwin, VE3KGRAC Regulatory Affairs Officer Welcome to the “RAC Regulatory Roundup”. I am RAC’s Regulatory Affairs Officer, elected by the RAC Board in December 2021 to succeed Richard Ferch, VE3KI. Richard has done an excellent job of representing the interests of Canadian
- [RAC President](https://www.rac.ca/president/) - Message from RAC PresidentDisponible en françaisJanuary 1, 2022I’m Phil McBride, VA3QR, and I’ve been elected President of Radio Amateurs of Canada for the ensuing two years. Amateur Radio has been one of my greatest passions for more than half of my life, and I am honoured to have been chosen to serve as the Chief
- [Silver Maple Leaf Operator Confirmation](https://www.rac.ca/silver-maple-leaf-operator-confirmation/) - Thank You for your donation to the Radio Amateurs of Canada!Your payment has been processed and the RAC Office will be upgraded your existing RAC Membership to Silver Maple Leaf Operator with the applicable donation.
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- [Gold Maple Leaf Operator Confirmation](https://www.rac.ca/gold-maple-leaf-operator-confirmation/) - Thank You for your donation to the Radio Amateurs of Canada!Your payment has been processed and the RAC Office will be upgrading your existing RAC Membership to Gold Maple Leaf Operator with the applicable donation.
- [Gold Maple Leaf Operator Upgrade](https://www.rac.ca/gold-maple-leaf-operator-upgrade/) - Gold Maple Leaf Operator Upgrade You can upgrade your existing RAC Membership to Gold Maple Leaf Operator with the applicable donation. Oops! You need to be logged in to use this form.
- [New RAC Membership](https://www.rac.ca/new-rac-membership/) - New RAC Membership Application | TCA Magazine Subscription Welcome to Radio Amateurs of Canada. We are All About Amateur Radio! Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada and represents all Canadian Amateurs at all levels of government. Speaking on behalf of Canadian Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and
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- [60 metres](https://www.rac.ca/60metres/) - 60m Amateur Radio Band Channels | Opération sur 60 mètres (5 MHz)English | FrenchOn July 28, 2022, our regulator – Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) – updated “RBR-4 – Standards for the Operation of Radio Stations in the Amateur Radio Service”. This update gave Amateurs in Canada two new bands: 472-479 kHz (630
- [Canada-United States Reciprocal Operating Agreement](https://www.rac.ca/operating/canada-united-states-reciprocal-operating-agreement/) - In 1952, Canada and the United States signed a Reciprocal Operating Agreement treaty. In the terms of the agreement, visiting Amateurs may operate in the host country in accordance with the rules and regulations of the host country.Canadian Amateurs operating in the US have the same privileges as at home with the following limitations:All operations
- [Microwave Bands Page](https://www.rac.ca/microwave-bands-page/) - Send comments to Microwave Band Planning Committee Chair, Dana Shtun, VE3DS. Note: The Amateur bands above 70 GHz were changed at WRC 2000 (see the comparison table on this website for the changes). Since Industry Canada has not yet approved the changed allocations in Canada, the RAC Band plans currently reflect the pre WRC 2000 bands.
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 1989: Doug Lockart, VE7APU](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/canadian-amateur-radio-hall-of-fame-1989-doug-lockart-ve7apu/) - Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 1989: Doug Lockhart, VE7APU The March-April 1989 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine, which was then published by the Canadian Amateur Radio Federation (CARF), included the following announcement: “The Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame (CARHOF) is pleased to announce that Douglas MacDonald Lockhart, VE7APU, is its premier choice
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules 2021](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules-2021/) - COVID-19 Update | Contest Rules: English and French Update | Mise à jour :New RAC Contest Log Submission SystemDisponible en françaisThe global pandemic continues and we want to make sure that all participants in the RAC Canada Day Contest on Thursday, July 1 help us to celebrate Canada’s birthday safely. The RAC Contest Committee is therefore
- [RAC Corporate Secretary](https://www.rac.ca/executives/rac-corporate-secretary/) - The RAC Corporate Secretary reports directly to the RAC President. Responsibilities: The Corporate Secretary acts as Secretary to the Board of Directors by: Maintaining a current list of all issues and action items of concern to the Board Informing the President, on a regular basis, of such items and issues requiring action Proposing priorities for dealing with outstanding issues Preparing draft Motions when decisions are required, in consultation with the President, other Executive, and members of the Board, as appropriate Calling for a vote on e-mail motions and recording the result Preparing the agenda for the annual and any special Board meetings in consultation with the President and Executive, and members of the Board, as appropriate Preparing the schedule for Board meeting preparations, including a Call for Papers, a Call for Motions, and the setting of deadlines Organizing the conduct of Board meetings, with the assistance of the Office Coordinator, and in consultation with the President Maintaining a record of Board proceedings, and writing draft minutes for approval of the Board, and in a form suitable for publication Correcting minutes as necessary at subsequent Board meetings, and maintaining the permanent record of proceedings The Corporate Secretary
- [Operating Guidelines](https://www.rac.ca/operating/guidelines/) - Code of EthicsThe RAC Operating Manual states:“The owner of an Amateur station has certain responsibilities in connection with its operation. They are not onerous but are important, especially if Amateurs are to uphold their enviable reputation of being law-abiding and self-policing. One must do one’s best to maintain this image.”Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Operating Interests Survey](https://www.rac.ca/operating/surveys/) - Paul Coverdale, VE3ICVRAC Special Advisor for World Radio ConferencesFrom March 3 to April 8, 2021, Radio Amateurs of Canada, the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada, conducted an online survey to find out how to better serve Canadian Amateurs.The main goal of this survey was to understand the operating interests of Canadian Amateurs, in
- [We Are All About Amateur Radio](https://www.rac.ca/falltheme/)
- [ACS Membership Form](https://www.rac.ca/acs/ares-membership-form/) - Click the link below and complete and print the ACS membership form (see the form for further instructions). ACS Membership Form
- [Procès-verbaux du Comité consultatif sur la radio amateur canadienne (CCRAC) (CARAB)](https://www.rac.ca/proces-verbal/2861-2/) - le 14 avril, 2021 Download (PDF, 68KB) Réunion numéro / Date de la réunion 38 – 2014-04-2335 – 2010-10-28 (English only)34 – 2010-04-2933 – 2009-10-2132 – 2009-05-2031 – 2008-10-2930 – 2008-05-01 (English only)29 – 2007-10-24 (English only)28 – 2007-05-0227 – 2006-10-26 (English only)26 – 2006-05-03 (English only)25 – 2005-11-0324 – 2005-05-12 (English only)23 – 2004-10-2822 –
- [RAC Canada 2020 Conference and AGM](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-2020-conference-and-agm/) - Registration | Overview | Schedule | Presenter’s Instructions | AGM 2020 Canada 2020 Conference and AGM: Sunday, September 20Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to welcome all Amateurs to the RAC Canada 2020 Conference which will be held on Sunday, September 20 before the RAC Annual General Meeting. There is no registration fee for this event.Note: To
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 1996: Fred Hammond, VE3HC](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/1996-fred-hammond-ve3hc/) - “Fred Hammond, VE3HC: A Legend, A Gentleman and A True Amateur”Fred Hammond, VE3HC, was inducted into the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame for the year 1996.In June 1997, on the occasion of Fred Hammond’s (VE3HC) nomination to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame, Rob Ludlow, VE3YE, Editor for The Canadian Amateur magazine, presented
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Advisory Board (CARAB)](https://www.rac.ca/minutes/carab/) - CARAB Meeting MinutesTerms of ReferenceObjectiveThe Canadian Amateur Radio Advisory Board (CARAB) is a non-profit consultative group consisting of members of the Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) and the Spectrum Management Operations Branch of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). Its function is to provide a consultative forum between Canadian Radio Amateurs and the regulator.
- [Repeater Operation](https://www.rac.ca/repeater-operation/) - Recommended Repeater Operating ProceduresUse simplex wherever possible freeing the repeater for necessary uses.Monitor the repeater (listen) or determine if the repeater is in use and if there are any peculiarities in its operation. After listening for a few seconds, identify, un key and listen to see if it was quiet for a reason and to allow
- [Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame 2016: Phil Anderson, VE3FAS](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/2016-phil-anderson-ve3fas/) - English | French | CARHOF page RAC Assistant Director Stan Leschinsky, VE3TW (shown on the right) presents the Hall of Fame plaque to Phil Anderson, VE3FAS. Photo courtesy of Mike Goldstein, VE3GFN.Directeur adjoint chez RAC, Stan Leschinsky, VE3TW (à droite) remet la plaque commémorative du Temple de la renommée à Phil Anderson, VE3FAS. Photo : Mike Goldstein,
- [Dealers](https://www.rac.ca/dealers/) - Abra Electronics Ackert Supplies Computers & Communication Equipment Alfa Radio Ltd Alliance Cable Burnaby Radio Communications Canadian Antique Radios Schematics Service COAX Publications Communication L.G. Com-West DXCanada.ca Electro Sonic Kitmondo MacFarlane (HC) Electronics Ltd Maple Leaf Communications Muir Communications Ltd NTF Communications In4c Ontario Highway Repeater Maps Peppers Radio Communication Premier Communications Radio
- [Sparks Stories](https://www.rac.ca/sparks/) - The January-February 2021 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine features an article about Fern Blodgett Sunde and a “Sisterhood of Sparks”.Here is an excerpt:“The Battle of the Atlantic (1939-1945) was the fierce struggle between the Allied and Axis powers for control of sea lanes and vital supply lines to Britain. It was the longest continuous campaign
- [Welcome to the Amateur Radio Survey](https://www.rac.ca/amateur-radio-surveys/) - Thank you for an excellent response. The survey is now complete and the results are being tabulated. Stay tuned.Merci pour une excellente réponse. L’enquête est maintenant terminée et les résultats sont compilés. Restez à l’écoute. Previous information | informations de base :Bilingual survey now available / Sondage bilingue maintenant disponible:Note: you do not need to
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- [RAC QSL Outgoing Bureau](https://www.rac.ca/rac-qsl-outgoing-bureau/) - RAC Outgoing QSL Bureau P.O. BOX 11156Station “H”Ottawa, ON,K2H 7T9CanadaThe QSL Bureau TipsRAC MembershipRAC AffiliationPackaging and Mailing StrategySorting StrategySome Other TipsWhy is the QSL Bureau so slow?Return to QSL Bureau pageThe Outgoing QSL bureau is available to RAC (Radio Amateurs of Canada) members only. Before you send QSL cards for distribution via this Bureau make
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2018](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-2018/) - RAC Annual General Meeting 2018 Overview Thank you for attending the RAC AGM! In his Message in the July-August 2018 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine, RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, wrote:“The RAC Annual General Meeting, which was held on Saturday, August 16, 2018 at the Annual Red Deer Picnic and Hamfest, was likely the largest
- [144 MHz (2M) Page](https://www.rac.ca/144-mhz-2m-page/) - Band Plan Committee | 2m Band Plan | Notes Canadian Amateur Two Metre (2m) Band PlanThe Radio Amateurs of Canada band planning committees coordinate the development of national band plans to provide guidance for the usage of Canadian Amateur bands. These committees are made up of representatives from all regions of Canada, and consult Amateurs across
- [Maple Leaf Operator Winter 2021 Registration Form](https://www.rac.ca/maple-leaf-operator-winter-2021-registration-form/) - Please complete the registration form:
- [National HF Emergency Communications Frequencies](https://www.rac.ca/national-hf-emergency-communications-frequencies/) - The following frequencies and modes have been pre-determined for suggested use of the Amateur Radio Emergency Service during a declared emergency, or a disaster declared or otherwise, occurring anywhere in Canada. These frequencies have been registered with the International Amateur Radio Union (IARU) for its listings of Canadian national emergency frequencies in IARU Region 2.These
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- [RAC Canada Winter Contest 2020 Rules](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-2020/) - New “Rookie” Subcategory and Sponsors for the RAC ContestsDisponible en françaisRadio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the creation of a new “Rookie” subcategory for both the RAC Canada Day Contest and the RAC Canada Winter Contest.In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the
- [CEPT and IARP FAQ](https://www.rac.ca/operating/cept-and-iarp-faq/) - The following is a list of sources, as well as questions and answers for Canadian Amateurs wishing to operate abroad:Worldwide Information on Licensing for Radio Amateurs (courtesy of OH2MCN)Operation in Foreign CountriesCEPT Permits – additional informationIARP – general informationQ – I am going on a trip to Europe. Is there a licence which will allow me
- [VE9-VY2 Bureau Fees](https://www.rac.ca/ve9-vy2-bureau-fees/) - Input form to display the list of call signs that have an QSL funds balance with the VE9-VY2 Bureau. Call Sign*Balance VE9-VY2 Bureau*Fees are in Canadian DollarsDate* MM slash DD slash YYYY CAPTCHA Δ
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2019](https://www.rac.ca/rac-annual-general-meeting-2019/) - Thank you Moncton Area ARC!Radio Amateurs of Canada held its biennial Planning Meeting in Riverview, New Brunswick (near Moncton) on Thursday, September 12 and Friday, September 13 and it was attended by members of the entire RAC Board and Executive.On Saturday, September 14, RAC officials then enjoyed the Moncton Area Amateur Radio Club’s annual Fleamarket.
- [RAC Introductory Membership Request](https://www.rac.ca/introductory-membership-request/) - Thank you for completing the online application form to join Radio Amateurs of Canada through the special Introductory Membership opportunity.A copy of the information you provided on the registration form has been sent to you at the email address you provided.Once your request has been processed by the RAC Office, they will contact you by
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules 2020](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules-2020/) - COVID-19 Update | Contest Rules: English and French Update | Mise à jourDisponible en françaisThe global pandemic will most likely still be a fact of life on Canada Day, Wednesday July 1 and we want to make sure that all participants help us to celebrate Canada’s birthday safely. The RAC Contest Committee is therefore asking all
- [Reprints of TCA Articles](https://www.rac.ca/downloads/tca-articles/) - On this page we are pleased to provide you with reprints of articles that have been previously published in The Canadian Amateur magazine which have been mentioned in recent issues. Stay tuned to this page as more articles will be included here on an ongoing basis. TitleAuthorTCA issueLink“Amateur Radio Emergency Service and the Fort McMurray
- [My Membership](https://www.rac.ca/my-membership/) - Welcome to your Radio Amateurs of Canada membership account [s2Get constant="S2MEMBER_CURRENT_USER_DISPLAY_NAME" /]! Request your Membership Card: Click Here Membership Certificate: Click Here Member Downloads: Click Here Your Account Details: Your membership level is: [s2Get constant="S2MEMBER_CURRENT_USER_ACCESS_LABEL" /] Your membership record number : [s2Get constant="S2MEMBER_CURRENT_USER_ID" /] (We still have a cross reference to your prior RAC
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules 2019](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules-2019/) - Disponible en françaisEach year on July 1, the anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, Radio Amateurs of Canada sponsors the Canada Day Contest and Amateurs all over the world are invited to Canada’s Birthday Party on the air.Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC July 1, 2019. Download (PDF, 385KB)Bands and Modes: 160, 80, 40, 20, 15,
- [Our Objectives & Values](https://www.rac.ca/our-objectives-values/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) is the national association for Amateur Radio in Canada. It is a not-for-profit membership association with headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, representing the interests of Amateur Radio all across Canada.Speaking on behalf of Canadian Radio Amateurs, RAC provides liaison with government agencies and carries the Amateur voice about regulatory and
- [International Amateur Radio Permits (IARP)](https://www.rac.ca/operating/international-amateur-radio-permits/) - Note: The information below reflects the wording in RIC-3 – Information on the Amateur Radio Service (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada)International Amateur Radio Permit (IARP)What is the difference between a CEPT Permit and an IARP? An IARP issued to a Canadian Amateur will be valid outside Canada only, for the duration of his or her
- [RAC Privacy Policy and Terms of Use](https://www.rac.ca/privacy-policy/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada Privacy Policy and Terms of UseCollection of InformationRadio Amateurs of Canada, Inc (hereinafter known as “RAC”) collects personally identifiable information about you when you voluntarily provide it.When you apply for membership and subscription services, or provide your personal contact information for publication or product orders, every effort will be made to
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-rules-2019/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2019Note: the RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules are provided on this page. The rules don’t usually change from year to year and we will highlight any changes if they do happen.In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2018](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-rules-2018/) - RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2018Note: the RAC Canada Winter Contest 2019 will be held on December 28, 2019. The rules will most likely be the same as last year as shown below. Any changes or updates to the rules will be posted on the RAC website prior to the contest and will be published
- [220 MHz (135 CM) Page](https://www.rac.ca/220-mhz-135-cm-page/) - The present plan was approved in October 1997 and is now under revision.Please send any comments to the RAC Band Planning Committee Chair, Al Penney, VO1NO at: alphonsepenney@gmail.com 222-225 MHzAvailable Spectrum 3 MHzAmateur Primary Exclusive 222-225 MHz222.00 – 222.30CW, SSB222.00 – 222.05EME Exclusive222.05 – 222.10CW222.1National CW Calling Frequency222.10 – 222.275SSB222.2National SSB Calling Frequency222.275 – 222.30Propagation Beacons222.31 – 223.37Repeater
- [User Search Feature](https://www.rac.ca/user-search-feature/) - Please use the search box below. *Please note that Level Zero Members are not currently RAC members (expired membership). [s2Member-List-Search-Box /] [s2Member-List enable_list_search="yes" limit="2" show_fields="Call Sign or Login ID: user_login, First Name: first_name, Last Name: last_name, Membership Level:s2member_access_label, Membership Number:ID"/]
- [RAC Annual General Meeting 2017](https://www.rac.ca/agm-2017/) - Radio Amateurs of Canada held its Planning Meeting in Ottawa on Thursday, September 7 and Friday, September 8 and it was attended by members of the entire RAC Board and Executive. On Saturday, September 9, RAC officials then enjoyed the Ottawa Hamfest which was hosted by the Ottawa Amateur Radio Club. The RAC Annual General
- [Larry E. Price, W4RA, Honorary Member of Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/carhof/2015-larry-price/) - RAC President Glenn MacDonell, VE3XRA, Ed Frazer, VE7EF (former CARHOF Chair), inducting Larry E. Price, W4RA, into the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Dayton Hamvention. Photo by Carole Eng. Larry E. Price, W4RA, Honorary Member of Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of FameAs shown in the above photo,
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- [1240 MHz (23 CM) Page](https://www.rac.ca/1240-mhz-23-cm-page/) - Send comments to VHF/UHF Band Planning Committee, Dana Shtun, VE3DS(plan approved October 1997)1240 – 1300 MHZAvailable spectrum 60 MHzAERONAUTICAL NAVIGATION (GPS),REMOTE SENSING SATELLITE RADARS,RADIOLOCATION, and SPACE RESEARCHPRIMARYAmateur Secondary1240 – 1246ATV CHANNEL 11246 – 1248NB FM LINKS, DIGITAL, DUPLEXED TO 12581248 – 1252HIGH RATE DATA (>= 4800 B)1252 – 1258ATV CHANNEL 21258 – 1260NB FM LINKS, DIGITAL
- [RAC Amateur of the Year 2014: Alex Shovkoplyas, VE3NEA](https://www.rac.ca/rac-amateur-of-the-year/2014-2/) - RAC Amateur of the Year for 2014: Alex Shovkoplyas, VE3NEASubmitted by Stan Leschinsky, VE3TWThe RAC Board of Directors takes great pleasure in announcing the selection of Alex Shovkoplyas, VE3NEA, as the Canadian Radio Amateur of the Year for 2014. Through the Radio Amateur of the Year Award, Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes the outstanding contributions
- [2300 MHz (13 CM) Page](https://www.rac.ca/2300-mhz-13-cm-page/) - Send comments to Microwave Band Planning Committee Chair, Dana Shtun, VE3DS(plan was approved October 1997, see also Draft 13 cM Bandplan)2300-2450 MHzAvailable Spectrum 150 MHzFIXED, MOBILE, AND RADIOLOCATION PRIMARYAmateur Secondary2300.00 – 2303.00HIGH RATE DATA (OVER 4800 Baud)2303.00 – 2303.50PACKET (UNDER 2400 B, 25 kHz CH)2303.50 – 2303.80TTY; PACKET (UNDER 2400 B, )2303.80 – 2303.90PACKET, TTY, CW, EME2303.90
- [902 MHz (33 CM) Page](https://www.rac.ca/902-mhz-33-cm-page/) - Send comments to VHF/UHF Band Planning Committee, Dana Shtun, VE3DS(plan approved October 1997)902-928 MHzAvailable spectrum 26 MHzFIXED and RADIOLOCATION PRIMARYAmateur and Land Mobile secondary902.0 – 902.5PACKET (
- [432 MHz (70 CM) Page](https://www.rac.ca/432-mhz-70-cm-page/) - (Approved at Niagara Falls September 23rd 1995)Send comments to VHF/UHF Band Planning Committee, Dana Shtun, VE3DS430-450 MHzAvailable spectrum 20 MHzRadiolocation primaryAmateur secondary(432 – 438 Remote Sensing Satellite Radar also secondary)430.025 – 431.500DIGITAL MODES (1) (6) (7)431.500 – 433.000CW, SSB, MOONBOUNCE (Global Allocation), Amplitude Modulation narrow band modes.432.000Centre frequency for EME, globally coordinated frequency allocations exist above
- [50 MHz (6M) Page](https://www.rac.ca/50-mhz-6m-page/) - Send comments to VHF/UHF Band Planning Committee, Dana Shtun, VE3DS .(plan approved October 1997)50 – 54 MHz Spectrum allocated 4 MHzAmateur Exclusive Primary50.0 – 50.6NARROW BAND MODES (SSB, AM )50.0 – 50.050CW / BEACONS / MOONBOUNCE50.050 – 50.1CW / BEACONS50.1CW CALLING FREQUENCY50.1-50.6SSB and AM MODES (BANDWIDTH less than or= 2.3 kHz)50.105 – 50.115DX WINDOW (LISTEN FOR DX HERE)(4)50.110DX
- [VHF, UHF and Repeater Definitions](https://www.rac.ca/vhf-uhf-and-repeater-definitions/) - am (amplitude modulation) – a radio transmission mode in which the strength of the speech signal controls the strength of the transmitter signal. This normally results in two sidebands containing the modulation energy.AMSAT (Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation) – an amateur radio organization promoting and developing amateur radio satellite service. Over two dozen satellites are now in
- [Repeater Frequency Coordination FAQs](https://www.rac.ca/questions-on-repeater-frequency-coordination/) - Q. What is a Repeater Council?A. A Repeater Council is an organization of volunteer Radio Amateurs recognized by the general Amateur Radio community, whose purpose is to review requests and make recommendations for Amateur installations using fixed frequencies in the bands above 29 MHz.The name “Repeater Council” does not fully describe the frequency coordination function in
- [Operating Internationally – FAQs](https://www.rac.ca/operating/operating-internationally/) - For general information about operating internationally please visit the Operation in Foreign Countries webpage.Here are some links that may help you:Amateur Radio Certificate Information for Canadians RBR-4Canada-US Reciprocal Operating AgreementOH2MCN’s Worldwide Information on Licensing for Radio AmateursInformation on Operation in Mexico (N9VIU)Information on Operation In Mexico (WD9EWK)Foreign Amateurs Wishing to Operate in CanadaRIC-9 – Call Sign
- [CEC Listing](https://www.rac.ca/certified-emergency-coordinator/cec-listing/) - Holders of the RAC Certified Emergency Coordinator (CEC) Designations Note: We are aware of the issue with the sorting by the different columns. The screen is currently set to display by province. We are looking for other software to allow for mutiple sorting options. NameCall SignCityProv / CountryT. Keith LandraVA6KLCalgaryABDonovan HogganVA6DONMedicine HatABJeff LowVA6JLRed DeerABRic
- [RAC Chief Information & Technology Officer](https://www.rac.ca/executives/rac-chief-information-technology-officer/) - The Chief Information & Technology Officer reports to the President: To evaluate, recommend and manage Computer and Administrative Services for the overall RAC organization. The position is a member of the RAC executive and attends all of the (monthly) meetings of these as a full member. The position should provide leadership, direction, stewardship, guidance and
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- [RAC Winter Contest 2016 Results](https://www.rac.ca/winter-contest-results/) - Note: The following article is an extract from the RAC Winter Contest 2016 Results published on page 38 of the July-August 2017 issue of The Canadian Amateur magazine. The complete PDF version is provided below with the addition of the Contest Soapbox. Participation in the 2016 running of the RAC Canada Winter Contest was down
- [RAC Canada Day Contest Rules 2018](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-day-contest-rules/) - Disponible en français Each year on July 1, the anniversary of Canada’s Confederation, Radio Amateurs of Canada sponsors the Canada Day Contest and Amateurs all over the world are invited to Canada’s Birthday Party on the air. Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC July 1, 2018. Download (PDF, 346KB) Bands and Modes: 160, 80,
- [Election for RAC Director Alberta/NWT/NU](https://www.rac.ca/directors/alberta-nt-nu-director-elections/) - Note: The following post includes a revised biographical sketch for Garry Naylor, VE6FGN. Two nominations have been received for the position of RAC Director for the Alberta/NWT/NU Region. Following a review of the documentation submitted and taking into account the constitutional and election process requirements, the Committee determined that the nomination papers were complete and in
- [Élection du directeur de RAC pour la région de l’Alberta/TNO/NU](https://www.rac.ca/directors/6892-2/) - Deux nominations ont été reçues pour le poste de directeur de l’Alberta/NWT/NU. Selon la documentation soumise et considérant le processus électoral, le comité a jugé que la documentation de Garry Naylor, VE6FGN et Ernest C. Clintberg, VE6ECK, était complète et bien présentée. Des aperçus biographiques à jour ont été produits. Voir ci-dessous. Le comité a
- [RAC Canada Winter Contest Rules 2016](https://www.rac.ca/rac-canada-winter-contest-rules-2016/) - In December each year, Radio Amateurs of Canada (RAC) sponsors the RAC Canada Winter Contest. Amateurs all over the world are invited to participate. Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC December 17, 2016. Next year the contest will be held on December 30, 2017. Bands and Modes: 160, 80, 40, 20, 15, 10, 6
- [RAC Program Grants](https://www.rac.ca/grant-information/program-grants/) - RAC Foundation Program Grants: Research grants: Research or development must be related to furtherance of Amateur Radio technology. Community grants: Grants for Amateur Radio equipment or courses relating to schools, community, seniors, youth or disabled homes or centres, for the benefit of that or surrounding community. Emergency grants: Grants for Amateur Radio equipment or courses relating to emergency
- [International Prefixes Starting With Numbers](https://www.rac.ca/international-prefixes-starting-with-numbers/) - 1A Sov.Mil.Ord.Malta. 1B Cyprus 5B 1S Spratly Is 2E England G 2C, 2W Wales GW 2D, 2T Isle of Man GD 2H, 2J Jersey GJ 2I, 2N Northern Ireland GI 2A, 2M, 2S Scotland GM 2P, 2U Guernsey GU 3A Monaco 3B6 - 3B7 Agalega 3B8 Mauritius 3B9 Rodriguez Is 3C Equatorial Guinea 3C0 Annobon
- [Club Challenge](https://www.rac.ca/club-challenge/) - Archived content: ANNOUNCING THE 2014 RAC AFFILIATED CLUB CHALLENGE Radio Amateurs of Canada is pleased to announce the RAC Affiliated Club Challenge which will start in 2014. PURPOSE OF THE CLUB CHALLENGE To be a mechanism to encourage Affiliated Clubs to be active in reaching out in their own region to recruit already certified Amateurs
- [5332 kHz en plus d'autres (60 mètres) page](https://www.rac.ca/5332khz-60-metres/) - Bande des fréquences radioamateurs sur le 60 mètres en date du 22 janvier 2014 La bande passante pour chaque fréquence est de 2.8 kHz INFORMATIONS RELATIVES AUX ACTIVITÉS RADIOAMATEURS SUR LE 60 MÈTRES (link)
- [United States and Possessions Callsign Prefixes](https://www.rac.ca/american-prefixes/) - Nominal Prefixes AA - AK United-States W , K, N AH0 Mariana-Is AH1 Amer-Phoenix (Baker/Howland Is) AH2 Guam AH3 Johnston-Is AH4 Midway-Is AH5 Palmyra-Is AH5K Kingman-Reef AH6,7 Hawaii AH7K Kure-Is AH8 Amer-Samoa AH9 Wake-Is as well as Willis and Peake Islands AL7 Alaska K,KA - KK, KM - KW, KY - KZ United-States KA2CC Japan-JA
- [International Prefixes starting with Letters](https://www.rac.ca/international-prefixes/) - 15 Abu-Ail A2 Botswana A3 Tonga A4 Oman A5, A51 Bhutan A6 United-Arab-Emirites A7 Qatar A8 Liberia EL A9 Bahrein AM - AO Spain EA AM6 - AO6 Balearic Is EA6 AM8 - AO8 Canary Is EA8 AM9 - AO9 Melilla EA9 AP - AS Pakistan AT - AW India VU AT7 - AW7 Andaman
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- [CARHOF Announcement](https://www.rac.ca/?elementor_library=carhof-announcement) - Above photo: Garry Hammond, VE3XN (left) and Jack Leahy, VE1ZZ, have been appointed to the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame! For immediate release:English | FrenchThe Board of Trustees of the Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that Garry Hammond, VE3XN and John “Jack” Leahy, VE1ZZ (SK), have been named to
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- [RAC TEST EVENT](https://www.rac.ca/calendar/rac-test-event/) - Simcoe County Hamfests --- (1 days from now) Simcoe County Amateur Radio Enthusiasts Starts on Saturday, May 11, 2024 Barrie, Ontario.
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- [Uncategorized](https://www.rac.ca/category/uncategorized/)
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- [Operating](https://www.rac.ca/category/operating/)
- [Space and Satellite News](https://www.rac.ca/category/space-and-satellites-news/) - News items that include topics such as: Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS), AMSAT, Satellite News, NASA and other space-related news including solar flares and so on.
- [International News](https://www.rac.ca/category/international-news/) - General information about Amateur Radio events and activities outside of Canada but not items that are posted by the RAC International Affairs Officer. These items are posted in the category “International Articles”.
- [News and Features](https://www.rac.ca/category/newsfeatures/) - “News and Features” Posts
- [Amateurs in the News](https://www.rac.ca/category/amateurs-in-news/)
- [Events](https://www.rac.ca/category/events/)
- [Membership](https://www.rac.ca/category/membership/)
- [Youth](https://www.rac.ca/category/youth/)
- [Emergency communications](https://www.rac.ca/category/emergency-communications/)
- [ARISS](https://www.rac.ca/category/space-and-satellites-news/ariss/)
- [Contesting](https://www.rac.ca/category/contesting/)
- [Regulatory](https://www.rac.ca/category/regulatory/)
- [World Radio Conferences](https://www.rac.ca/category/world-radio-conferences/)
- [TCA magazine](https://www.rac.ca/category/tca-magazine/)
- [RAC Courses](https://www.rac.ca/category/rac-courses/)
- [RAC Conference](https://www.rac.ca/category/rac-conference/)
- [RAC Challenge](https://www.rac.ca/category/rac-challenge/)
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- [Dayton Hamvention](https://www.rac.ca/tag/dayton-hamvention/)
- [Hall of Fame](https://www.rac.ca/tag/hall-of-fame/)
- [RAC Planning Meeting](https://www.rac.ca/tag/rac-planning-meeting/)
- [Annual General Meeting](https://www.rac.ca/tag/annual-general-meeting/)
- [TCA](https://www.rac.ca/tag/tca/)
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- [regulation](https://www.rac.ca/tag/regulation/)
- [question bank](https://www.rac.ca/tag/question-bank/)
## Event Categories
- [World Event](https://www.rac.ca/calendar/category/world-event/)
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