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Black History Month 2025
11 hours agoThe Pan-African flag was proudly raised at CFB Halifax headquarters and aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ships on February 4, marking the start of Black History Month in Canada and celebrating the legacy and strength of Black Defence Team members. Having a diverse and inclusive Defence Team encourages trust and cohesion […]
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Flight Safety Roadshow at 12 Wing Shearwater
2 weeks agoThe annual Directorate of Flight Safety (DFS) visit and briefing to 12 Wing Shearwater, known as the “DFS Roadshow”, took place on January 16 at 12 Wing’s Sea King Club. Colonel Frank Gauvin, the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) current Director of Flight Safety, along with Chief Warrant Officer Sebastien […]
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Ready for rescue
2 weeks agoS1 Spencer Jakubczak, a boatswain aboard HMCS Margaret Brooke, stands as boat coxswain in the ship’s multi-role rescue boat (MRRB) as part of a person overboard drill. The ship’s company recently completed a readiness training program with Sea Training (Atlantic), followed by a port visit to Bridgetown, Barbados, as they […]
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Officers take 2024 12 Wing Hockey Challenge trophy
4 weeks agoAfter being on the losing side in the previous year’s game, the Officers of 12 Wing Shearwater got one back from their Non-Commissioned rivals, taking the win at the 12 Wing At Home Hockey Challenge on December 18. The annual end-of-year game was played at the Shearwater Arena with a […]
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Holiday rank swap at 12 Wing Shearwater Junior Ranks’ dinner
4 weeks agoParticipating in an annual holiday tradition, Commanding Officer of 12 Wing Shearwater Colonel David Holmes (left) switches his epaulet with one of the youngest members on base, Aviator (Avr) Mac Taylor (centre), alongside Wing Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Wezenbeek. The rank swap took place ahead of 12 Wing’s Junior Ranks’ […]