The Canadian Ufologist - 1996 07 - vol 3 no 3

Magazine Overview

Title: The Canadian Ufologist
Issue: Volume 3.3
Date: July-August '96
Publisher: The Mutual UFO Network of Ontario
Country: Canada

This issue of The Canadian Ufologist delves into various aspects of UFO phenomena, with a strong focus on Canadian cases and research. It opens with a prominent article on the closure of Ottawa's 'X-Files', the UFO report collection at the National Research Council, raising questions about government transparency and potential cover-ups.

Ottawa X-Files Have Been Closed

The lead article by Jim Bronskill reports on the closure of the National Research Council's UFO files. The Solar-Terrestrial Physics Group, responsible for collecting these reports, is being phased out. Physicist Fokke Creutzberg, who studied the upper atmosphere and UFOs for nearly 30 years, expresses surprise at the decision, noting that while the government has no mandate for UFO research, the council had accumulated hundreds of reports since the 1950s when it encouraged the public to report celestial sightings. Michael Strainic, Canadian director of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), doubts the NRC files held the key to the UFO mystery, suggesting that more significant reports are shunted to darker corners of bureaucracy or NORAD.

UFOS, FLYING SAUCERS AND SUDBURY (Part One)

This multi-part series by Michel Deschamps, Sudbury Section Director for MUFON, begins by recounting the experiences of Don Campbell, who claims to have had 51 UFO sightings in the late 1960s. Campbell's credibility is highlighted due to his background as a welder and teacher. The article details several specific incidents:

• 'Martian' Visitors Seen at Garson (July 1954): An account of three 13-foot-tall beings descending from a landed spaceship, which was investigated by military personnel.
• Don Campbell's First UFO Sighting (Summer 1966): Campbell describes seeing a bright, pulsating object that moved with incredible speed and then disappeared.
• UFO Over the CKSO Super-Tower (Summer 1967): Campbell witnessed a UFO hovering over a television transmission tower, causing a broadcast interruption. He reported this to CKSO, and the incident was filmed, though the RCMP later pressured the station to remove the footage.
• UFO Over INCO Smelter in Copper Cliff (August 1967): Multiple witnesses, including welders and plate shop workers, observed a 50-foot diameter oval UFO hovering near the INCO Smelter, which caused electrical flashes and a brief power blackout.
• UFO Over Long Lake (Summer 1968): Campbell and his son observed a pulsating red UFO moving low over the lake, which they raced and witnessed passing directly overhead.
• Two UFOs Take Electricity from Power Station on Maley Drive (Summer 1968): Campbell and his friend Jimmy witnessed two UFOs hovering over power lines, causing significant power fluctuations and a complete blackout in New Sudbury. An Ontario Hydro employee confirmed the event, noting it was recorded on graph paper.

The 1994-95 Canadian UFO Survey (Part One)

This article by Chris Rutkowski presents an analysis of UFO reports collected by Ufology Research of Manitoba (UFOROM). The survey highlights the challenges in data collection, noting a disappointing response from many UFO groups and researchers. The article discusses the definition of a UFO used ('an object seen in the sky which its observer cannot identify') and presents data on report numbers from 1989 to 1995. It notes that while the number of reports fluctuates, the percentage of 'Nocturnal Lights' (NLs) remains consistently high, around 60-70%. Regional analysis shows over-representation of reports from Alberta, British Columbia, and Manitoba, likely due to active solicitation by regional investigators.

Some Sort of Rationality

Dennis Stacy, editor of the MUFON UFO Journal, critiques the tendency to link every event, from TWA Flight 800 to the discovery of 'life' on Mars, to UFOs and government conspiracies. He argues for a more rational approach, questioning the compatibility of seemingly contradictory UFO narratives, such as alien abductions and the easy capture of 'stranded' aliens in Varginha. Stacy also expresses skepticism about the alleged MJ-12 documents and the motives behind their purported leaks.

From Foley's Library: Phone Calls From The Dead

Clay Foley reviews the book 'Phone Calls From The Dead' by Raymond Bayless and D. Scott Rogo. The review explores the phenomenon of 'phantom phone calls' allegedly from discarnate entities. Foley connects this to Ufology, noting that anomalous telephone phenomena are frequently reported in UFO cases and close encounters. He discusses the theories of psychokinesis and the possibility of a common origin for both 'dead' and UFO-related phone calls, citing cases involving researchers and witnesses.

The Kinross Case... Analogies, Then and Now

This section, based on excerpts from a book by Willy Smith, analyzes the Kinross Case. It discusses a radar incident in 1953 where an Air Force jet crashed after apparently being involved with an unidentified plane. Civilian saucer groups interpreted the radar returns as evidence of a UFO attacking the jet, while the official inquiry concluded it was an aircraft accident due to vertigo, with the phantom echo attributed to atmospheric conditions.

From The Net...

This section includes updates on UFO-related news:

• Crop Circle Footage: Colin Andrews reports on a film allegedly showing UFOs forming crop circles in Wiltshire, England, and discusses the ongoing analysis and media interest.
• Dennis Stacy's Commentary: Stacy expresses skepticism regarding Colin Andrews' claims about the crop circle film, questioning his qualifications and the potential for the footage to be exploited.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue consistently emphasizes a critical and analytical approach to UFO phenomena. While acknowledging the reality of many unexplained sightings, it cautions against jumping to conclusions or linking every event to UFOs and conspiracies. The editorial note highlights the struggles within the UFO community regarding ethical issues and leadership. The articles encourage researchers to maintain rigorous standards, conduct in-depth investigations, and share data scientifically. There's a recurring theme of questioning official narratives and exploring the psychological and societal aspects of belief in UFOs and related phenomena. The magazine aims to provide a platform for serious research and analysis, distinguishing itself from sensationalism.

Title: The Canadian Ufologist
Issue: Volume 3.3
Date: July-August 1996
Publisher: Masinaigan (from UFO ROUNDUP)

This issue of The Canadian Ufologist delves into the complexities and criticisms surrounding ufology, alongside a detailed report on a specific UFO incident in Quebec.

Editorial Commentary and Skepticism

The issue opens with a critical examination of the state of ufology, questioning the methods and motivations of researchers and authors. The author expresses skepticism about the pursuit of scientific respectability while allegedly shunning rigorous scientific findings, citing the choice of laboratories and the interpretation of evidence like sand samples. The piece highlights a perceived contradiction where researchers court respectability but then fail to adhere to its principles, leading to a reliance on unsubstantiated rumor and innuendo. The author uses a quote from Woodrow Wilson, "Don't murder a man when he's committing suicide," to suggest that some within the field are self-sabotaging their credibility.

The text questions the choice of laboratories used by researchers like Rosemary and Kenneth Spelman, implying a lack of transparency or an unusual selection process. It also critiques the analysis of sand samples presented in Budd Hopkins's book "Witnessed," finding the reported differences unclear and questioning the significance of the event. The author suggests that the field is often bolstered by a willingness to believe in vast conspiracies, even when faced with a lack of concrete evidence.

Quebec UFO Abduction Case Investigation

The main feature reports on a six-month investigation by the UFO research group CEIPI of Hull, Quebec, into a UFO flap that occurred in the Ottawa River Valley the previous winter.

Key Events:

• February 6, 1996, 7:18 p.m.: A 12-year-old boy in Buckingham, Quebec, spotted a UFO described as a "large triangular vessel" hovering over the city.
• February 6, 1996, 7:30 p.m.: Farmer Louis Boisvert, 19, in Thurso, Quebec (15 miles east of Buckingham), observed a UFO while plowing snow. He described it as a "large, very large metallic triangular vessel that measured approximately 150 feet (45 meters) long." It was seen hovering over a neighboring barn in total silence, with "a set of red lights."
• UFO Behavior: Boisvert stated the UFO "very slowly go over the barn." He noted its triangular shape and three lights at each edge. The lights did not illuminate the ground or the barn roof. The UFO then left in the direction of Buckingham.
• Anomalous Event: After the UFO departed, Louis Boisvert and his father, Henri Boisvert, noticed that their electric water pump ceased to function.

Hypnotic Regression and Alien Encounter:

Troubled by recurring dreams, Louis Boisvert contacted the Hull UFO group. Under hypnosis, a more disturbing account emerged. Louis reported that he ran to his barn to alert his father, Henri Boisvert, who was working there. He found his father standing with a blank expression, accompanied by two "reptilian aliens." These beings were described as having long faces, scaled leathery skin, black eyes, clawed hands, and gaunt arms and legs.

According to the hypnotic session, both Louis and Henri Boisvert were then taken aboard the triangular UFO by a squad of Reptilians. It is noted that Henri Boisvert is not a farmer by trade but a pilot for the Canadian government.

Further Information:

Anyone with more information about this UFO flap can reach CEIPI at [email protected]. A related sighting in Waltham Station (90 miles west of Buckingham and Thurso) of a hovering UFO for 15 minutes is mentioned, referencing UFO ROUNDUP, Vol. 1, Number 4.

San Antonio Sasquatch

A brief mention of "San Antonio Sasquatch" is attributed to [ed.: Dennis Stacy], suggesting a possible related article or item not fully detailed in the provided scan.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The issue reflects a critical and somewhat skeptical stance towards the methods employed within the ufology community, questioning the balance between seeking scientific credibility and adhering to scientific principles. It highlights the reliance on anecdotal evidence and the potential for unsubstantiated claims to mortgage the future of the field. The primary focus, however, is on a specific, detailed UFO sighting and alleged abduction case in Quebec, presenting the findings of a research group and the dramatic account of a witness under hypnosis. The recurring themes include UFO sightings, alleged alien encounters (specifically reptilian aliens), the impact of these events on witnesses, and the ongoing debate about the scientific validity of ufological research.