If you have struggled with get on the air for Morse Code QSOs, perhaps some zoom-based practice sessions may build your confidence! These sessions are independent of OARC and the…
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2026-01-03 Ralph’s Technical Trawl
Can AI be your “virtual Elmer”? Amateur Radio has always thrived at the intersection of curiosity and technology. Think of all the major technical achievements in the hobby from the earliest vacuum tubes to transistors to integrated circuits, and from homebrew receivers and…
2026-01-01 Craig’s QRM – January 2026
From Neutrinos to Morse Code: A Conversation with Dr. David Sinclair, VA3WDS, a chat about Amateur Radio quickly unfolded into a fascinating journey through science, discovery, and generosity.
2025-12-27 December YOTA Month – Report
For several years now, the OARC has sponsored Canadian youth (hams 25 and under) by paying for the special event callsigns for December Youth On The Air (YOTA) month. This…
2025-12-10 OARC 2025 Holiday Party – Report
Despite a snowy winter backdrop, the holiday spirit was alive and well at this year’s OARC Holiday Party. Held at the popular KS on the Keys restaurant, the event saw a fantastic…
2025-12-02 The Prez Sez – December 2025
In this issue: OARC 2025 Holiday Party ticket deadline Wed. Dec. 3rd; Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa’s on Ham Radio; and the RAC Canada Winter Contest 2025
2025-12-02 mk’s Words – December 2025
As an examiner, I am often around when new hams choose a call sign. Of course back in the old days new hams got little or no choice. These days…
2025-11-12 OARC Monthly Meeting – Nov 2025 – Report
The November Monthly Meeting was again well attended, both in person and online. Demystifying modern solar power systems We were pleased to host Andrea Ross of RnL Solar for an insightful presentation on modern…
2025-11-08 The Prez Sez – November 2025
In this issue: Special News: Morse Code Operator to be honoured; Membership reminders; Volunteer updates; Club happenings; and a few final thoughts.
2025-11-04 mk’s Words – November 2025
First a bit of VE3RHQ news for those who read this but not the Discord site: By the time this gets out, the UHF and VHF cp Yagis will be…