Canadian UFO Report - vol 1 no 1 - 1969

Magazine Overview

Title: CANADIAN UFO REPORT
Issue: Volume I, Number 1
Date: January - February, 1969
Publisher: J.C. Magor
Country: Canada
Price: Sixty Cents

This inaugural issue of Canadian UFO Report introduces itself as a new voice dedicated to the study of unidentified flying objects, with a stated bias towards believing in their existence. The editorial emphasizes Canada's unique position for UFO research, possibly due to its proximity to the North Pole and its geological features. The magazine aims to report on UFO movements, discuss their origins, and seek official recognition for the phenomenon.

Introducing Us...

The editorial section highlights the global impact of the UFO mystery, noting over 100 organizations and periodicals dedicated to the subject worldwide. It poses the question of what value another voice adds, answering that Canadian UFO Report will focus on Canada's specific conditions that may favor UFO operations, such as its polar location and mineral wealth. The magazine is pleased to have Brian Cannon, director of the Canadian Aerial Phenomena Research Organization, as a contributing editor. The editorial team admits to a bias of belief, stating that the evidence for UFOs is substantial and their efforts will be directed at reporting sightings and seeking official recognition.

Contents

• Strange Sights in Yukon Sky (Page 1)
• Yukon Map (Page 4)
• Sightings at Banff (Page 11)
• UFO over Prince Rupert (Page 12)
• Authorities Say (Page 13)
• UFOs - Mania or Mystery? (Page 14)
• UFO Metal Studied at Ottawa (Page 16)
• Did Space Beings Escape to Mars? (Page 17)
• Pilot Traces UFO Pattern (Page 19)

Strange Sights in Yukon Sky

This article, written by John Magor, details a motor trip through the Yukon Territory undertaken to investigate numerous recent UFO sightings. The author notes that UFOs appear to be abundant in the Yukon, suggesting two possible explanations: either UFO operators understand the importance of the vast Canadian National telecommunications system that skirts the Alaska highway, or they are attracted by the Yukon's fabulous mineral wealth. The article posits that the Yukon's terrain might be significant, with its mountain ranges serving as 'freeways' for these visitors from space.

Ufo Stalks Two Boys

This section recounts a report filed with the RCMP in Whitehorse concerning a UFO sighting by two boys, Tommy Banks (15) and Errol Smythe (17), on January 5, 1968. While riding snowmobiles on the slopes of Grey's mountain, they saw a bright, egg-shaped object with luminous red and yellowish-orange bands that seemed to pulsate. Tommy felt heat and thought his snowmobile slowed down. The object, described as about 10 by 20 feet and flying silently, disappeared behind trees. Errol's father and a friend investigated the spot but found no visible evidence. Tommy, who had prior interest in UFOs, found the experience disturbing but interesting, while Errol, who had no prior interest, was more upset.

Sighting 100 Miles Away

Unknown to the boys at the time, a similar object was seen the night before over Atlin Lake, 100 miles southeast of Whitehorse. The report is noted for its similarity to the boys' sighting and the setting of Atlin, a former gold rush town now almost a ghost town.

Drivers See Giant Object

This part of the article describes a sighting on the Alaska highway north of Whitehorse a month after the Banks and Smythe incident. Jim Jack, Tom Campbell, and Nick Barnett witnessed an object described as an oval cloud, brick red against grayish-white clouds, travelling east to west. The object was estimated to be about 5,000 feet up and travelled approximately 20 miles in two to three minutes, suggesting a speed of up to 600 m.p.h. Jim Jack described it as having a vaporous outline and flying at an angle, with the rear end lower than the front. Nick Barnett, who was alone, described the object as black and noted it put on a 'terrific burst of speed' before disappearing.

Mountainside Mystery

This section details an incident on March 20, 1967, involving Kenneth Green, a CNT lineman at Destruction Bay. He observed an object on a mountain about five miles away, which he initially mistook for a snowmobile but realized was much larger. Using binoculars, he and his wife described it as having a wide oval shape, possibly brownish, with a cone-shaped light beneath it that changed colors. The object descended the mountain slowly and then moved to an adjacent mountain before disappearing. The sighting lasted about half an hour and was also observed by neighbors Tom Clare and his wife, and others at the camp. No helicopters were in the area. A white vapor trail was later seen leading across the lake to the point where the object disappeared.

Strange Air Traffic

Mrs. John McCreedy of Swift River, Mile 733 on the Alaska highway, reports numerous sightings of unusual objects since 1966. She was formerly part of the Ground Observation Corps and is familiar with aircraft. She describes objects that acted differently from satellites, moving much faster or slower. One notable sighting involved a star-like object that dashed across the sky, stopped dead, and then resumed its speed in the opposite direction. Her daughter, Marina (13), also reported significant sightings, including a 'strange star' that moved and returned to its original position, and another object resembling a satellite that slowed near a microwave tower and emitted sparks.

Glow Bursts

This subsection describes a sighting in February 1965, where Mrs. McCreedy, her husband, and two friends observed a bright reddish-orange glow travelling slowly from the northeast. The object was too bright and large to be an aircraft or satellite. The incident is linked to a sighting by Mrs. Peter Radford, who saw a reddish-orange glow over the same round-topped mountain. Her object 'burst' with flashes going in all directions. A few nights later, Mrs. Radford saw a similar glow that darted about, appearing to search for something.

Did UFOs Think Small Men Lived In Graveyards?

This section explores the idea, mentioned by Jim and Coral Lorenzen in their book UFOs Over the Americas, that UFOs might be curious about graveyards. An incident in Edmonton involves 14-year-old Ricky Banyard who saw a strange beam of light leading him into a cemetery, where investigators later found the grounds unexplainably charred. The Lorenzens suggest visitors might be intrigued by funeral processions and the burial of a large box. A similar incident occurred in December 1966, when Bob McKinnon and his family at Canyon Creek observed a strong, bluish-orange light hovering over an old Indian burial ground. The object, about two feet in diameter, descended to within a few feet of the ground, lit up the burial huts, and then disappeared.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

This issue consistently highlights witness testimonies of unusual aerial objects, often described as egg-shaped or oval, with luminous qualities and behaviors that defy conventional explanation. The locations featured are primarily in Canada, with a strong emphasis on the Yukon Territory, suggesting a potential nexus for UFO activity. The magazine's editorial stance is clearly pro-UFO belief, aiming to present evidence and encourage further investigation and official recognition of the phenomenon. Themes of mystery, exploration, and the unknown are prevalent throughout the articles.

Title: Canadian UFO Report
Issue: 9
Date: Not specified
Publisher: Canadian UFO Report
Country: Canada
Language: English

This issue of the Canadian UFO Report delves into a variety of UFO phenomena, with a strong focus on Canadian sightings and investigations. The cover story, "UFOs-Mania or Mystery?" by Brian C. Cannon, questions the public's belief in UFOs and the government's handling of related information. The magazine presents numerous witness accounts, discusses physical evidence, and explores potential explanations for these unexplained aerial phenomena.

Key Articles and Reports

Indian Burial Grounds and UFO Interest

The issue begins by highlighting two Indian burial grounds on the Alaska highway that seem to attract UFOs. Huts, placed over the dead for spiritual protection, are noted. An aerial moving light was seen near the graveyard at Champagne, and a similar light almost landed on huts at Canyon Creek. The report suggests that these close-up views are rare in northern Canada, where UFOs often fly near mountain-tops. A theory is proposed that UFO operators might have been curious about the huts, perhaps mistaking them for dwellings of small beings.

Second Visit Near Graves: Canyon Creek Sighting

Over a year after a previous sighting, a strange ball of light was observed near Canyon Creek by two witnesses. Pieter Van Der Veen, proprietor of the Talbot Arm motel, described a bright, reddish-yellow light with no discernible edges that descended close to the road, veered off, and disappeared. Doug Smith, in a stalled pickup truck, saw the same phenomenon from the opposite direction.

Light Examines Mountains

Mrs. Van Der Veen reported a sighting from 1960 where an orange-white ball of light performed over the mountains across Kluane Lake for about an hour, moving back and forth as if examining them. This behavior is compared to a similar sighting at Swift River. Another account from May 1967 involves Lloyd Mewburn of Banff, Alberta, who witnessed an orange-colored circular object moving below the ridge of Stony Squaw, climbing over Cascade mountain, and dropping glowing material. A tractor-operator on the Norquay ski-hill also reported seeing an unusual light.

Peek-A-Boo Material

Lloyd Mewburn reported another sighting in the fall of 1967 of an inverted-saucer shaped object that appeared not to be solid. Described as metallic-looking and lead-colored, it seemed almost transparent. A light underneath was noted, resembling the reflection off a mirror. This observation is compared to a similar report from 1947 concerning an oval-shaped object with projections.

UFO Makes Three Visits Over Northern City

Mrs. Leslie Drew, editor of the Prince Rupert (B.C.) Daily News, submitted reports of a UFO appearing on three consecutive nights over Mount Hays near Prince Rupert in July 1968. On the first night, a bright light hovered for 30 minutes before shooting up. The second night's sighting was initially believed to be a weather balloon with a flare. Witnesses like John Olsen and DOT worker Hans Wessel described the object as extremely bright, moving slowly, and making no noise. Wessel also questioned the weather balloon theory based on wind conditions.

UFOs-Mania or Mystery?

Brian C. Cannon's article explores the public's belief in UFOs, citing a poll from Calgary, Alberta, where two-thirds of attendees at a school fair believed UFOs might be extraterrestrial spacecraft. The article discusses the government's tendency to dismiss UFOs as not a threat to national security, yet notes their interest in cases like the Falcon Lake landing. Cannon questions the suppression of information, suggesting it might be due to the implications of advanced alien technology penetrating defense systems. The article also mentions radar tracking of UFOs over Winnipeg and Beausejour, Manitoba, at high speeds, and the reluctance of radar personnel to discuss such incidents. The author estimates that only 50% of sightings are reported.

Falcon Lake Incident

The article details the Falcon Lake sighting from May 20th, 1967. Stephen Michalak, a UFO investigator, reported seeing two oval objects, glowing scarlet, one of which landed on a flat rock. The object, described as hot stainless steel with a golden glow, emitted a brilliant purple light. Michalak entered the craft, finding a maze of lights. Upon exiting, the object tilted, releasing heat that scorched his chest. He subsequently experienced severe headache, nausea, weight loss, and a rash. Examination of the area showed a radiation count, though his illness couldn't be directly traced to it. The Canadian government's investigation and subsequent refusal to release reports are highlighted.

UFO Metal Studied at Ottawa

This section features an interview with the late Wilbert B. Smith, who was in charge of the Canadian UFO investigation program. Smith states that his group recovered about 3000 pounds of strange metallic material, found near July 1, 1960. He describes it as having micrometeorites embedded in its surface, suggesting it came from space and had been there for a long time. The metal is described as being much harder than conventional materials. Smith also recounts showing Admiral H. B. Knowles a piece of metal shot from a small flying saucer near Washington in 1952, which was about twice the size of a thumb and weighed about a pound. Analysis of a similar piece revealed it to be a matrix of magnesium orthosilicate with thousands of 15-micron spheres. Smith indicates that this material was returned to a highly classified group.

Did Space Beings Destroy Their World to Escape to Mars?

This article discusses the theory that the asteroid belt might be the remains of a destroyed planet. Astronomer Sir James Jeans' theory of Roche's limit suggests that a celestial body can be torn apart by the gravitational force of a larger parent body. The article questions whether the sun or Jupiter could have been the parent body. It also raises the possibility of multiple planetary explosions, suggesting that uncontrolled fusion reactions could have destroyed a planet, requiring an advanced intelligence to initiate such an event. The article then speculates about intelligent beings escaping a dying planet, possibly Earth, to colonize Mars, likening it to Buck Rogers stories. The moons of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, are mentioned for their unusual proximity and orbital characteristics.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue include the prevalence of UFO sightings in Canada, the unusual characteristics and behaviors of reported UFOs, and the perceived secrecy and reluctance of governments and scientific communities to fully investigate and disclose information. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into the UFO phenomenon, challenging skepticism and advocating for serious investigation, particularly concerning physical evidence and official responses. The magazine seems to lean towards the possibility of extraterrestrial origins for some UFOs, while acknowledging the need for rigorous scientific examination.

This issue of "Canadian UFO Report" (Issue 19) features a prominent article titled "Pilot Traces UFO Pattern," focusing on the theories of Bruce Cathie, a pilot and amateur mathematician from New Zealand. The magazine also includes a brief mention of the potential for Mars to be a refuge for a dying civilization and a report on a UFO sighting in New Zealand.

Martian Civilization and Satellites

The issue begins by discussing the two satellites of Mars, Phobos and Deimos. It references the conclusion by Russian physicist and mathematician I. S. Shklovsky that these satellites must be artificial and hollow. Shklovsky theorized that an ancient, highly civilized Martian race, facing extinction, launched these moonships containing their records and artifacts for future explorers. The article questions the logic of this explanation, suggesting it would have been more practical to bury their treasures. Another idea presented is that the Martians launched themselves in these ships for survival, which is also deemed an illogical solution for an intelligent species. The article notes that U.S. Mariner IV pictures show Mars' surface as pock-marked and not particularly hospitable, resembling the Moon. However, it concedes that Mars might have appeared attractive to a civilization dying on a nearby world.

The text further explores the possibility that the canal-like markings on Mars are not the work of intelligent beings, but acknowledges their straightness and criss-cross pattern, connecting to the polar caps where water is likely present. Variable coloration on Mars is also mentioned as suggesting seasonal vegetation growth. A more speculative theory suggests that asteroids glinting with unusual light might be composed of light-reflecting ice or contaminated fragments of a destroyed planet, possibly containing evidence of intelligent beings who traveled the heavens.

Pilot Traces UFO Pattern

The main feature of this issue is the work of Bruce Cathie, a captain with National Airways Corp. in New Zealand. The article highlights his meticulous mapping of UFO sightings. Cathie developed a grid system covering New Zealand, based on complicated mathematical calculations, which he drew up in 1965. Remarkably, four UFO positions reported from Hawkes Bay in September 1967 fit neatly onto four parallel lines of this pre-existing grid.

Cathie recounts his personal UFO experiences, starting with a sighting in Auckland in 1952 of a large ball of light with a red light. He also reports seeing a UFO over the South Island in 1956 and an unidentified submarine object (USO) in a northern harbor in March 1965. This USO was cigar-shaped, approximately 100 feet long and 15 feet wide, and submerged in about 30 feet of water.

Using the positions of the South Island sightings and the USO, Cathie established fixed points and began recording verified sightings. He discovered that lines drawn from these points intersected other reported UFO locations. A grid of lines at right angles emerged, spaced regularly at 30 minutes of arc. Cathie claims this grid accurately represents regular flight lines for UFOs.

To extend this pattern globally, Cathie needed a reference point. He found one in a photograph taken on August 29, 1964, by the American survey ship Eltanin. This photograph, taken over a barren seabed 13,500 feet deep off the South American coast, showed a metallic, antenna-like object with six cross-bars. Cathie used the object's position on the globe to measure a point on the exact opposite side of the Earth, in Siberia. This line provided the basis for a global grid system that incorporated his New Zealand grid perfectly.

The Global Grid and its Implications

Cathie plotted UFO positions from around the world, using complicated harmonic mathematics to create his global grid, which he claims has an equator identical to Earth's magnetic equator. He explains that there are possibly two or three interlocked grid patterns, and the mathematics used relates accurately to Earth's mass, gravity, and the speed of light. Mathematics experts in New Zealand and Australia have reportedly found his calculations irrefutable and supported by scientifically derived evidence.

Cathie believes this grid is a navigational and power system radiating energy, suggesting that Earth is a power base for UFOs, with similar systems likely existing on the Moon and Mars. He theorizes that the grid has existed for centuries, fell into disrepair, and is now being rebuilt. He predicts that this system represents a fantastic source of power that will make current space science, power generation, and communication industries obsolete. He also plans to construct an aerial to tap this power source.

According to Cathie's theory, Earth served as a giant power station for UFOs from before biblical times. He suggests that many ancient ruins and depressions, such as the Great Pyramid of Egypt and Stonehenge, fit into this scheme as power stations or cosmic clocks. The vast Siberian depression is also mentioned as a potential site related to a fault in the grid.

Cathie asserts that the intelligence behind the grid cannot be hostile, as they could have destroyed the world long ago if they had wished. He believes the repair work is almost complete, noting that the north and south magnetic poles are aligning into a stable, predictable position, which he estimates will be completed in about 10 years.

Cathie acknowledges that he is not a genius and believes others may have discovered similar evidence, but claims he has worked alone and without computers, and that nothing along these lines has been published. His forthcoming book, "Harmonic 33," will present his facts, theories, and evidence, hoping to inspire collaboration to explore the grid's possibilities and harness its power for humanity.

He has taken precautions by placing copies of his manuscripts in safe deposit vaults worldwide, with instructions for their release in case of his sudden death.

Other Content

The issue also includes a brief mention of the "Canadian Aerial Phenomena Research Organization" (CAPRO) and an advertisement for "Saucer Scoop," a publication by Mrs. Joan Whritenour, Editor. Additionally, there is information about joining the "Youth Aeronautic and Aerospace of Canada" (YAAC), an organization focused on rocketry.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the exploration of organized patterns in UFO sightings, specifically Bruce Cathie's global grid theory. The magazine presents Cathie's work as a significant development in understanding UFO phenomena, emphasizing its mathematical rigor and predictive accuracy. There is a strong undercurrent of suggesting advanced, possibly extraterrestrial, intelligence behind these phenomena, operating on a planetary or even interplanetary scale. The editorial stance appears to be one of open-minded investigation into unconventional theories, presenting Cathie's complex ideas with a degree of respect and highlighting the potential for groundbreaking discoveries in energy and technology. The magazine also touches upon the historical and speculative aspects of potential alien civilizations, particularly concerning Mars.