Special
for RCAF 2024 Centennial
Available only until October 24, 2024
RCAF Tartan Golf Shirt
Sample, may not be exactly as shown.
TO PURCHASE,
CALL 613.965.7314
OR EMAIL
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Coming soon events:
- Tribute to the Brave Concert - September 29, 2024
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Our Story
The NAFMC Foundation is a not-for-profit volunteer organization established in 2001 to support the ongoing financial requirements of the National Air Force Museum of Canada.
It relies solely on volunteers and the philanthropic support of donors. Although residing on Canada’s largest military base the Museum relies on private sources for 80% of operational funding. Only 20% is provided by the Federal government. The National Air Force Museum of Canada was founded in 1984. It strives to engage, educate, and celebrate Canada’s storied aviation history. The museum is home to over 35 aircraft and encompasses almost 23,000 square meters of artifacts, exhibits and memorabilia of Canada’s Air Force. Welcoming more than 60,000 visitors annually the Museum continues to be one of the most attended military Museums in Canada and a main attraction for tourists to the Quinte region in Southeastern Ontario. The vision of the future is to create a substantially expanded and inspiring showcase for public education and enjoyment.
Board Members
Colleen Dupuis
Chair
Colleen Dupuis CAE, has been involved in the not for profit sector, with a focus on tourism, fundraising and economic development for over 30 years. Colleen has been involved with the Eastern Arctic and Nunavut since the mid-90’s. Colleen operated a consulting firm for over 10 with clients such as Parks Canada, Government of Nunavut, Northumberland Services for Women, Friends of the Trent Severn and Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador. She retired as CEO of Nunavut Tourism and Chair of the Pan Territorial Marketing Consortium in 2015. Volunteer work and small projects for select clients keep her busy in Trenton. She joined the NAFMC Foundation Board in the Fall of 2022 and became Chair in April 2024.
Colleen
Dupuis
Chair
Colleen Dupuis
Chair
Colleen Dupuis CAE, has been involved in the not for profit sector, with a focus on tourism, fundraising and economic development for over 30 years. Colleen has been involved with the Eastern Arctic and Nunavut since the mid-90’s. Colleen operated a consulting firm for over 10 with clients such as Parks Canada, Government of Nunavut, Northumberland Services for Women, Friends of the Trent Severn and Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador. She retired as CEO of Nunavut Tourism and Chair of the Pan Territorial Marketing Consortium in 2015. Volunteer work and small projects for select clients keep her busy in Trenton. She joined the NAFMC Foundation Board in the Fall of 2022 and became Chair in April 2024.
IAN McCANDIE
Vice Chair
More information coming soon.
IAN
McCANDIE
Vice Chair
IAN McCANDIE
Vice Chair
More information coming soon.
Tom Kupecz
Past Chair
Tom Kupecz is an Air Force veteran of 42 years. After graduating from RMC with a degree in Electrical Engineering he earned his pilot wings at CFB Gimli in 1969, and spent the next 17 years flying fighter and trainer aircraft, all Canadian made – DeHavilland Chipmunk and Otter, Canadair Tutor, Lougheed T33 and Northrup CF5 made by Canadair, and CF100 Canuk, made by Avro Canada. He served headquarters tours in the 10th Tactical Air Group HQ, St Hubert, in the 4th Allied Tactical Air Force HQ, Heidelberg, Germany, in SHAPE, Mons, Belgium, in Training System HQ, CFB Borden, in the Northeast Air Defence Sector HQ, Rome, NY, and in NORAD HQ, Colorado Springs, CO. He retired in 2007 while serving in the Canadian Forces Air Warfare Centre in Trenton. He fills his retirement time working on military training for the Army and Air Force, and volunteering on several local and national Boards
Tom
Kupecz
Past Chair
Tom Kupecz
Past Chair
Tom Kupecz is an Air Force veteran of 42 years. After graduating from RMC with a degree in Electrical Engineering he earned his pilot wings at CFB Gimli in 1969, and spent the next 17 years flying fighter and trainer aircraft, all Canadian made – DeHavilland Chipmunk and Otter, Canadair Tutor, Lougheed T33 and Northrup CF5 made by Canadair, and CF100 Canuk, made by Avro Canada. He served headquarters tours in the 10th Tactical Air Group HQ, St Hubert, in the 4th Allied Tactical Air Force HQ, Heidelberg, Germany, in SHAPE, Mons, Belgium, in Training System HQ, CFB Borden, in the Northeast Air Defence Sector HQ, Rome, NY, and in NORAD HQ, Colorado Springs, CO. He retired in 2007 while serving in the Canadian Forces Air Warfare Centre in Trenton. He fills his retirement time working on military training for the Army and Air Force, and volunteering on several local and national Boards
Cathy Thompson
Treasurer
Cathy Thompson is a retired CPA-CMA. During her career, she have worked in industry and in public accounting. Charitable and not-for-profit organizations were a significant portion of her clients, all of which were unique and with their own personalities and challenges. Cathy is currently the Treasurer of the Foundation, having joined the Board in December, 2022. Familiarity with accounting and reporting requirements for charitable organizations has helped her to fulfill my role as part of the Board. Being part of the Foundation Board at this time is exciting and challenging to Cathy as the Foundation moves ahead to raise funds for the expansion of indoor exhibit space at the Museum to include the restored Lancaster. Cathy enjoys seeing the Hercules aircraft fly over her home in The County. A thrill was receiving a flight on a restored Lancaster as a gift for a significant birthday. Working towards the housing of Trenton’s Lancaster seems an appropriate way to further her fascination with this aircraft.
Cathy
Thompson
Treasurer
Cathy Thompson
Treasurer
Cathy Thompson is a retired CPA-CMA. During her career, she have worked in industry and in public accounting. Charitable and not-for-profit organizations were a significant portion of her clients, all of which were unique and with their own personalities and challenges. Cathy is currently the Treasurer of the Foundation, having joined the Board in December, 2022. Familiarity with accounting and reporting requirements for charitable organizations has helped her to fulfill my role as part of the Board. Being part of the Foundation Board at this time is exciting and challenging to Cathy as the Foundation moves ahead to raise funds for the expansion of indoor exhibit space at the Museum to include the restored Lancaster. Cathy enjoys seeing the Hercules aircraft fly over her home in The County. A thrill was receiving a flight on a restored Lancaster as a gift for a significant birthday. Working towards the housing of Trenton’s Lancaster seems an appropriate way to further her fascination with this aircraft.
CWO
Thaddeus (Ted) Poper
"Ret'd"
Director
Ted joined the CAF in 1981 in Hamilton, as an Aviation Technician, retiring as the Squadron Chief Warrant Officer at 8 Air Maintenance Squadron in 2017 in Trenton, having served 37 years. Ted deployed to and served with; Sinai Desert, Egypt with the MFO, Honduras with the UN, Germany with NATO, Persian Gulf during Op Apollo aboard HMCS Calgary, and many postings across Canada, working on the RCAF’s many types of fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Ted now keeps busy as a member of the National Air Force Museum of Canada Foundation Board and volunteers with Quilts of Valour Canada. He also tries his hand in woodworking, RV glamping, canoeing, and recently is a new Beekeeper.
Ted
Poper
Director
CWO
Thaddeus (Ted) Poper
"Ret'd"
Director
Ted joined the CAF in 1981 in Hamilton, as an Aviation Technician, retiring as the Squadron Chief Warrant Officer at 8 Air Maintenance Squadron in 2017 in Trenton, having served 37 years. Ted deployed to and served with; Sinai Desert, Egypt with the MFO, Honduras with the UN, Germany with NATO, Persian Gulf during Op Apollo aboard HMCS Calgary, and many postings across Canada, working on the RCAF’s many types of fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Ted now keeps busy as a member of the National Air Force Museum of Canada Foundation Board and volunteers with Quilts of Valour Canada. He also tries his hand in woodworking, RV glamping, canoeing, and recently is a new Beekeeper.
Stephen M. Sioui
Director
Stephen M. Sioui ( B.A., LL.B )after attending Trenton High School obtained his undergraduate degree from Western University and his law degree from Osgoode Law School. After some years practicing law out of the area, he returned to Trenton (1987). Mr. Sioui’s areas of practice included Civil Litigation, Family Law, Corporate Commercial Law, Real Estate Law and Wills and Estate. Administration. He most recently was the Senior Partner at the Law Firm of Sioui Mitts Law. He has recently retired from the practice of law in January of 2024.
Steve
Sioui
Director
Stephen M. Sioui
Director
Stephen M. Sioui ( B.A., LL.B )after attending Trenton High School obtained his undergraduate degree from Western University and his law degree from Osgoode Law School. After some years practicing law out of the area, he returned to Trenton (1987). Mr. Sioui’s areas of practice included Civil Litigation, Family Law, Corporate Commercial Law, Real Estate Law and Wills and Estate. Administration. He most recently was the Senior Partner at the Law Firm of Sioui Mitts Law. He has recently retired from the practice of law in January of 2024.
Jennifer Jordan
Director
Jennifer Jordan is the Fundraising & Marketing Manager and Company Security Officer at the Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association a nonprofit serving as the charitable arm for the Royal Military Colleges of Canada. She has held that position since 2009 when she first started with the RMC Foundation. Jennifer has extensive knowledge in private and public partnerships, communications, marketing, and fundraising. Jennifer is an active volunteer within her community and currently serves as the Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the Bay of Quinte Women’s Soccer League. Previously she served as the Board Chairwoman for the Community Organized Support and Prevention Program (COSP).
Jennifer
Jordan
Director
Jennifer Jordan
Director
Jennifer Jordan is the Fundraising & Marketing Manager and Company Security Officer at the Royal Military Colleges Alumni Association a nonprofit serving as the charitable arm for the Royal Military Colleges of Canada. She has held that position since 2009 when she first started with the RMC Foundation. Jennifer has extensive knowledge in private and public partnerships, communications, marketing, and fundraising. Jennifer is an active volunteer within her community and currently serves as the Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the Bay of Quinte Women’s Soccer League. Previously she served as the Board Chairwoman for the Community Organized Support and Prevention Program (COSP).
Ex-Officios:
Kevin Windsor
Executive Director NAFMC
Susan Scarborough
Chair NAFMC Board
Our Mission, Vision, Mandate, Goals & Objectives
Mission
The mission of the NAFMC Foundation is to provide ongoing financial support to the National Air Force Museum of Canada for yearly operations and growth, through solicitation of private sector donations, both in the Bay of Quinte region and the nation at large.
Vision
The Foundation achieves its objectives by creating and managing fundraising events and encouraging donations and bequests from individuals and organizations.
Mandate
The mandate of the NAFMC Foundation Board is to raise funds to be made available to the Museum to support operations, enhance exhibits, and provide financial support for capital projects.
Goals & Objectives
The Foundation, working collaboratively with the Museum Board, will develop a Philanthropic Plan to secure financial support from public and private entities in conjunction with grants from Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments to support these initiatives.
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The Museum
The National Air Force Museum of Canada is home to over 35 aircraft and encompasses almost 23,000 square meters of artifacts, exhibits and memorabilia of Canada’s Air Force.
The Museum relies on private sources for 80% of operational funding. Only 20% is provided by the Federal government.
"This is THE Air Force museum to visit if you are in Canada...:
"A great place for the whole family with enthusiastic guides and a great many things to see..."
Support Us
Get Involved! Want to support the NAFMC Foundation?
Here are some ways you can do it:
01.
Become a Volunteer
The Foundation relies on volunteers to work with the team on many important jobs including planning events, fundraising…
02.
Donate by Mail, by Phone or Online
The Museum relies on private sources for 80% of operational funding. Only 20% is provided by the Federal government…
03.
Come to One of Our Events
One of the ways the Foundation raises funds is through events. From our annual Golf Tournament to the Tribute to the Brave concert.
04.
Consider Planned Giving
If reserving the RCAF story is important to you, consider enrolling in our planned giving program.
05.
Enrol into Supporter Program
We will be launching our supporter program in the Fall of 2024. Join for an annual donation (tax receipt provided) and receive…
Being a Volunteer
There are lots of ways to get involved with the Foundation. These include:
- Volunteering on event organizing committees, like our golf tournament for example
- Volunteering at events such as our golf tournament, Tribute to the Brave Concert and others
- Becoming part of our Board – a strictly volunteer Board that meets monthly
- Helping in the office with administrative tasks
If you have an interest in ensuring the RCAF story is told, or are just looking for an interesting volunteer activity, please reach out by completing a volunteer application or give us a call at 613-965-7314.
planned giving
If reserving the RCAF story is important to you, consider enrolling in our planned giving program. Make the NAFMC Foundation part of your estate planning to know your gift will continue to tell the story. Watch for more details coming soon.
Supporter program
We will be launching our supporter program in the Fall of 2024. Join for an annual donation (tax receipt provided) and receive a special supporter pin, bi-annual newsletter with news of what the Foundation is doing and special offers for events like our annual Golf Tournament and Tribute to the Brave Concert. Details and application form coming this Fall.
- More ways to support the Museum
- How to get Involved!
- Easy payments and much more...
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The Museum relies on private sources for 80% of operational funding. Only 20% is provided by the Federal government.
Upcoming Events
One of the ways the Foundation raises funds is through events. These range from our annual Golf Tournament to the Annual Tribute to the Brave concert. These events help us raise funds and are great for community awareness of what the Foundation is about. Listings for current events are always on the website. We are also always looking for new and interesting events to consider as fundraisers. If you have an idea, please reach out to info@nafmcfoundation.com
Tribute to the Brave Concert
September 29, 2024
Watch for details!
Get Involved! Let's Make A Change...
Become a volunteer, donate, consider planned giving, come to one of our events!
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Special
for RCAF 2024 Centennial
Available only until October 24, 2024
RCAF Tartan Golf Shirt
Sample, may not be exactly as shown.
TO PURCHASE,
CALL 613.965.7314
OR EMAIL info@nafmcfoundation.com
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Phone
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Mailing Address
220 RCAF Rd
P.O. Box 1000, STN Forces
Astra, ON K0K 3W0
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