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 … [Read More...] about RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program: Applications Open for 2021
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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 … [Read More...] about Special call signs in Belgium during the second lockdown period
Temporary telephone problems at RAC Office have been fixed November 19 and 20
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 … [Read More...] about Temporary telephone problems at RAC Office have been fixed November 19 and 20
International News
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 … [Read More...] about Special call signs in Belgium during the second lockdown period
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 … [Read More...] about IARU R2 Appoints new Emergency Coordinator
Publications
November-December 2020 eTCA is now available for download novembre-décembre 2020 eTCA est disponible
Welcome to the November-December 2020 issue ofThe Canadian Amateur The electronic TCA (eTCA) version of the November-December 2020 issue of The Canadian Amateur (TCA) magazine is now available for viewing or download. The paper version is now being processed by the printer, but it will be delayed … [Read More...] about November-December 2020 eTCA is now available for download novembre-décembre 2020 eTCA est disponible
RAC Bulletins
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 operate in public venues or for public events – at rates well below … [Read More...] about RAC Affiliated Club Insurance Program: Applications Open for 2021
Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG and Doug Leach, VE3XK appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG, et Doug Leach, VE3XK sont nommés au Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur du Canada
Above photo: Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG (left) and Doug Leach, VE3XK (SK) have been 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 Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG and Doug Leach, VE3XK (SK), have been named to the Hall of Fame.Radio Amateurs of Canada recognizes deserving Amateurs by appointments to the Canadian Amateur … [Read More...] about Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG and Doug Leach, VE3XK appointed to Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame Maurice-André Vigneault, VE3VIG, et Doug Leach, VE3XK sont nommés au Temple de la renommée de la radio amateur du Canada
RAC Canada Winter Contest 2020: December 19 Concours d’hiver du Canada de RAC 2020 : 19 décembre
New “Rookie” Subcategory and Sponsors for the RAC Contests Disponible en français Radio 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 world are invited to participate. Contest Period: 0000 UTC to 2359 UTC December 19, … [Read More...] about RAC Canada Winter Contest 2020: December 19 Concours d’hiver du Canada de RAC 2020 : 19 décembre