International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia – 17 May 2023 By the Defence Team Pride Advisory Organization (DTPAO) May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. Everyone has the right to be their true selves and feel safe. We invite everyone to join members of LGBTQ2+ […]
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HMCS Scotian leads Battle of the Atlantic commemoration in Chester
HMCS Scotian leads Battle of the Atlantic commemoration in Chester By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff As he spoke to the crowd assembled at the Battle of the Atlantic Commemoration ceremony on May 7 in Chester, NS, LCdr Ron Hearnshaw said he was compelled to highlight the critical role that Canada’s […]
New command team officially takes shape
Prior to the naming ceremony for the Future HMCS William Hall, the ship’s inaugural command team was invited to Government House in Halifax on April 24 for an Assumption of Command Ceremony that was attended by current Nova Scotia Lieutenant Governor Arthur LeBlanc as well as former Lieutenant Governor Mayann […]
Padre’s Corner: Wherever you go, there you are
Padre’s Corner: Wherever you go, there you are By Lt(N) Stephen Cogswell Chaplain, NRU Asterix I am presently deployed at sea supporting operations where we will travel, literally, around the world in 90 (not 80) days. It’s an amazing, even once-in-a-lifetime, experience. During the deployment we will see countries, visit […]
Volume 57, Issue 10, May 15, 2023
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Future HMCS William Hall officially named after heroic Black sailor
Future HMCS William Hall officially named after heroic Black sailor By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The Royal Canadian Navy has officially named its newest Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, celebrating the future HMCS William Hall while honouring the legacy of the ship’s namesake during a ceremony in Halifax on April […]
Health Promotion: The struggles are real
Health Promotion: The struggles are real By the Health Promotion Team These programs communicate the importance of issues faced by CAF members, and promotes awareness, responsibility and prevention within the CAF for all personnel. These sessions encourage and support early intervention and ensure that the necessary steps are being taken […]
CPO1 Gilles Grégoire retires as CAF CWO
CPO1 Gilles Grégoire retires as CAF CWO By DND The Canadian Armed Forces Chief Warrant Officer (CAF CWO) is the most senior Non-Commissioned Member in the Canadian Armed Forces. Established in 1978, this role requires exceptional leadership qualities, as well as an unwavering commitment to the values and principles of […]
NFS(A) takes Mega floor hockey trophy
The latest CFB Halifax Mega Sports event took place from April 17-21 at the Fleet Fitness and Sports Centre, with 12 teams from the Base, Fleet and 12 Wing Shearwater vying for the title of floor hockey champions. Teams included Naval Fleet School (Atlantic), HMC ships Ville de Québec, Toronto, […]
HMCS Toronto bids farewell to Ops Chief
Members of HMCS Toronto recently celebrated the career of their outgoing Operations Chief, CPO2 Mark MacLean, during an honours and awards ceremony at the ship’s shore office. Originally from Sydney, Nova Scotia, CPO2 MacLean steps away after serving 26 years with the Royal Canadian Navy. Toronto’s command team also took […]