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Spring 2013 Basic Qualification Licensing Course Graduates

Posted on 2013-04-29 by va3xft

Please join me in congratulating Sam Leung, Donna Liu and Ian Hannah, the graduates from our recent Basic Qualification licensing course! Congratulations to you all! Also, I’d like to extend a special thanks to our Training team for making this … Continue reading →

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Ham Radio Thwarts Zombie Apocalypse

Posted on 2013-04-09 by va3xft

The threat of a zombie pandemic, commonly known as a zombie apocalypse, is ever present in today’s world of widespread genetic engineering and frequent international travel. Fortunately, Amateur Radio can help minimize the impact of such a catastrophe and as … Continue reading →

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Ham Radio Breakfast

Posted on 2013-03-30 by va3xft

Join the Central Toronto (CenTor) Amateur Radio Club members for a ham breakfast at the Golden Griddle restaurant on Saturday April 6th @ 9:00am. Drop in as you may, as there’s no formality for this event. TALK-IN FREQUENCY 441.9500+ PL … Continue reading →

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April 2013 CenTor Monthly Club Meeting

Posted on 2013-03-30 by va3xft

The regular monthly meeting of the Central Toronto Amateur Radio Club will be held on Tuesday April 2, 2013 at 19:30 EST at the Leaside Retirement Residence, 10 William Morgan Drive. All visitors are welcome! Note that visitor access is … Continue reading →

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Come and Say Hi to Raspberry Pi!

Posted on 2013-03-30 by va3xft

The regular monthly meeting of the Central Toronto (CenTor) Amateur Radio Club will be held on Tuesday May 7, 2013 at 19:30 EST at the Leaside Retirement Residence, 10 William Morgan Drive, Toronto, ON. All visitors are welcome! Please note … Continue reading →

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Spring 2013 Basic Licensing Course

Posted on 2013-03-19 by va3xft

Starting May 1st, the Central Toronto (CenTor) Amateur Radio Club will be offering a Amateur Radio (ham radio) licensing course for the Basic Qualification to anyone interested in getting their Amateur Radio license. Information about this course is outlined below. … Continue reading →

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Baofeng UV-5R Giveaway

Posted on 2013-03-14 by va3xft

The Central Toronto Amateur Radio Club (CenTor ARC) is giving away a brand new Baofeng UV-5R dual band HT! To win this ultra-cool radio, all you have to do is: 1. “Like” the CenTor ARC Facebook Page 2. Leave a … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Social Media

Posted on 2013-03-11 by va3xft

WHEN: Thursday March 21, 2013 @ 7:00pm WHERE: Rivera Leaside Retirement Residence, 10 William Morgan Drive, Toronto, ON – Basement level Conference Room. COST: Free – voluntary donations to the CenTor ARC accepted CAPACITY: 20 RSVP: Don, VA3XFT @ trynor@gmail … Continue reading →

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HAM-EX Amateur Radio Hamfest

Posted on 2013-03-11 by va3xft

Please join the Central Toronto (CenTor) Amateur Radio Club at HAM-EX, which is touted as Canada’s top amateur radio and electronics showcase and sales event! This event features: – Amateur Radio Equipment Manufacturers – Major Amateur Radio Equipment Retailers – … Continue reading →

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Fall 2012 Basic Licensing Course

Posted on 2012-09-06 by va3xft

Starting September 26th, the Central Toronto (CenTor) Amateur Radio Club will be offering a basic licensing course for anyone interested in getting their Amateur Radio license. Information about this course is outlined below. SCHEDULE The course will be held on … Continue reading →

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