Grappling offers lessons beyond the mats, instructors say By Trident Staff Members of the HERO Grappling Club came together for a team day on September 17, focused on shared instruction, skill development and recognition of the progress made by the military grappling community. Based at Canadian Forces Base Halifax, HERO […]
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Families say ‘a final goodbye’ aboard HMCS Sackville
Families say ‘a final goodbye’ aboard HMCS Sackville By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff The cremated remains of 12 people, including 11 former Canadian Armed Forces members, were committed to the sea on the morning of September 17 from His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Sackville, Canada’s Naval War Memorial. The ship […]
HMCS St. John’s completes final major readiness training ahead of 2027 deployment
HMCS St. John’s completes final major readiness training ahead of 2027 deployment By Trident Staff His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) St. John’s has completed Intermediate Multi-Ship Readiness Training (IMSRT), bringing the ship one step closer to deploying as the flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) in 2027. The […]
Statement from Vice-Admiral D.A. Charlebois
Note: Four members of the Canadian Armed Forces lost their lives during a fire-related training incident at CFB Wainwright on October 17, 2026. Read the full news release here. Statement from Vice-Admiral D.A. Charlebois: The tragic loss of four Canadian Armed Forces members at CFB Wainwright is being felt across […]
Women’s powerlifting seminars introduce CAF members to the sport
Women’s powerlifting seminars introduce CAF members to the sport By Trident Staff Aspiring military powerlifters had a special learning opportunity at the Fleet Fitness and Sports Centre throughout September, where PSP Halifax hosted two seminars led by Amy Muench, a strength and nutrition coach and Head of Trainer Development at […]
NDWCC Raffle: Win RAdm Belhumeur’s Parking Spot!
As part of the 2026 Halifax Region National Defence Workplace Charitable Campaign (NDWCC), Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT) HQ is pleased to offer you the opportunity to win RAdm Belhumeur’s parking spot from November 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, inclusive! Ticket Sales: Wednesday, October 14 & Wednesday, October 21 Tickets: […]
Below the surface: How autonomous systems could protect Canada
Below the surface: How autonomous systems could protect Canada By RCN Canada’s vast maritime approaches present a significant surveillance challenge for the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN). “The scope of what we’re working with is enormous if we think about the Canadian coastline and littoral waters,” said Commander (Cdr) Greg Atkinson, […]
Health Expo 2026: Strengthening wellness across the Defence community
Health Expo 2026: Strengthening wellness across the Defence community By Health Promotion Services – PSP Halifax Health Promotion Services (HP) and Canadian Forces Health Services (CF H Svcs) are once again teaming up to bring you Health Expo 2026: My Health, Our Strength — a day dedicated to building personal […]
HCapt Sangster embraces new role with HMCS St. John’s
HCapt Sangster embraces new role with HMCS St. John’s By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff Michael Sangster, chief executive officer of the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC), has been appointed Honorary Captain (HCapt) of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) St. John’s. The appointment recognizes HCapt Sangster’s work highlighting naval careers […]
HMCS St. John’s deploys for Exercise STRIKE WARRIOR 26
HMCS St. John’s deploys for Exercise STRIKE WARRIOR 26 By Trident Staff His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) St. John’s departed Halifax on September 11 for an overseas deployment that will see the ship join NATO allies and partners for Exercise STRIKE WARRIOR 26. The United Kingdom-led exercise will take place […]
















