In this issue: Canadian Ski Marathon (CSM) 2026, Jan Monthly Meeting special presentation, Spring 2026 Basic course cancelled, OARC membership reminder, introducing new OARC Coordinators and Columnists, and exploring Meshtastic and MeshCore.
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2026-01-10 mk’s Words – January 2026
Time to say 73 to ’25 and hope for a great 2026. I’ve said it before, but hearing years with numbers like 2026 make me feel like I’m visiting the…
2026-01-03 Zoom-based Morse-Code (CW) practice sessions
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…
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…