On February 1, CFB Halifax raised the African Nova Scotian flag in honour of both African Heritage Month and Black History Month. Thank you to all those who attended and who took the time to reflect and honour the remarkable Black Canadians who have been catalysts for change throughout history, […]
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HMCS Fredericton joins NATO allies on Operation Reassurance
HMCS Fredericton joins NATO allies on Operation Reassurance By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The Royal Canadian Navy has once again sent a Halifax-class frigate to join NATO allies in Europe as part of the maritime component of Operation Reassurance, at a time when the mission is more important than ever. […]
New Chief Warrant Officer for 12 Wing OSS
A Change of Appointment ceremony for 12 Wing Operations Support Squadron (OSS) was held at the Sea King Club on December 15, 2022, with CWO Todd Beaudoin (left) assuming the role. He’s seen here signing the official certificates alongside 12 OSS Commanding Officer Col Paul Malone.
Medals for Children initiative looks to expand eastward
Medals for Children initiative looks to expand eastward By Peter Mallet, The Lookout Staff, A non-profit that awards medals to children of deployed Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) sailors will expand its reach to Atlantic Canada by the end of this year. Medals for Children, an initiative launched in 2021 by […]
AOPS construction update
Irving shipbuilding recently shared an update on the construction of the future HMCS Frédérick Rolette from the Module Hall of the company’s Halifax Shipyard. The ship’s three mega blocks are currently taking shape, and will likely be moved outside to the land level this coming summer. The future HMCS Frédérick […]
CFB Halifax 2023 Pink Shirt Day Campaign
CFB Halifax 2023 Pink Shirt Day Campaign By CFB Halifax Public Affairs CFB Halifax is coming to you with its 2023 Pink Shirt Day t-shirt campaign! Pre-order your shirt today to show your support for respect and civility in the workplace. All proceeds from t-shirt sales will go toward the […]
Volume 57, Issue 02, January 23, 2023
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HMC Ships Moncton and Glace Bay deploy to West Africa
HMC Ships Moncton and Glace Bay deploy to West Africa By Joanie Veitch, Trident Staff Two Royal Canadian Navy ships — His Majesty’s Canadian Ships Moncton and Glace Bay — set sail from Halifax the morning of Monday, January 9, on deployment to Operation Projection West Africa 2023. Operation Projection […]
Promotions and awards at Whidbey Island
The TRINITY detachment at Whidbey Island, Washington recently had their holiday all hands dinner, where they had the pleasure of promoting four individuals, as well as handing out two CD medals. Pictured here is MS Isaac Blakata, being promoted by Trinity CO Cdr Alex Lebel (left) and Whidbey Island CO […]
CFB Halifax men’s basketball team plots a return to glory
CFB Halifax men’s basketball team plots a return to glory By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The last CAF Atlantic Regional Basketball Championship was held in February 2020, and saw the end of CFB Halifax’s staggering 17-year win streak. From 2002-2019, under head coach Kevin Miller, the Halifax men’s team dominated […]