HMCS Windsor, seen here entering Halifax Harbour, has wrapped up a busy sailing period over recent months, and the submarine will soon enter an extended docking work period. The crew received accolades from Capt(N) Alex Kooiman, Commander Canadian Submarine Force, for their work at sea, and gathered for a fresh […]
Author: Trident Newspaper
Padre’s Corner: Hardship
Padre’s Corner: Hardship by Lt(N) (Padre) John Evans, Fleet Chaplain I’m not a big fan of hardship. Whether it’s a difficulty in a relationship, a health concern, a loss, or simply not getting my way, I can be a bit of a wimp. The truth is, discomfort isn’t enjoyable. No […]
Volume 59, Issue 4, February 24, 2025
Click on issue cover to view publication.
Sailing Strong aboard HMCS Harry DeWolf
Sailing Strong: The Commitment to Physical Fitness and Mission Readiness aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Harry DeWolf on Operation CARIBBE By Lt(N) Christopher Lyons, HMCS Harry DeWolf Physical fitness is a cornerstone of military readiness, and this is especially true for the crew of HMCS Harry DeWolf during its […]
International Women’s Day: There is no better time to Accelerate Action
International Women’s Day: There is no better time to Accelerate Action By Kim Roberge, Civilian Co Chair, DWAO Halifax Here we are on the cusp of another International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated every year on March 8, continuing to be a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle for gender equality […]
Forging Antarctic ties: HMCS Margaret Brooke meets with Argentinian allies
Forging Antarctic ties: HMCS Margaret Brooke meets with Argentinian allies While alongside Buenos Aires, Argentina in early February as part of an ongoing Operation Projection – South America deployment, members of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke met with staff at the Argentine Joint Antarctic Command (Comando Conjunto Antártico), […]
Padre’s Corner: Spiritual fitness
Padre’s Corner: Spiritual fitness By Padre Lt(N) Joshua Trombley In fitness, there’s a principle that “structure determines function,” meaning our body’s structure shapes how we move. This principle applies not only to our physical health but also to our spiritual well-being. Spirituality broadly refers to how we see the world, […]
Change of command swap for HMC ships Charlottetown and Fredericton
One ceremony brought a change of command for two ships on February 5, as outgoing HMCS Charlottetown Commanding Officer Cdr Nicholas Buxton (right) assumed command of HMCS Fredericton, while outgoing HMCS Fredericton Commanding Officer Cdr Jonathan Maurice (left) assumed command of HMCS Charlottetown. The ceremony was presided over by Cmdre […]
Halifax women headed to CAF hockey nationals
Halifax women headed to CAF hockey nationals By Trident Staff The CFB Halifax Mariners women’s hockey team will once again be vying for national gold after emerging victorious at the 2025 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Atlantic Region Women’s Hockey Championship, held earlier this month at 12 Wing Shearwater. Only two […]
Occupational Analysis prepares RCN for the future
Occupational Analysis prepares RCN for the future By RCN As part of its ongoing modernization efforts, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) is taking significant steps to ensure it is ready for the next generation of warships and technologies while maintaining the ability to meet the operational demands of its […]