Admiral Jones Shield: PO2 Nicole Hinkley By PSP Halifax  The Admiral Jones Shield is presented annually to the non-commissioned serviceperson who contributes most in conduct, sportsmanship, and character in sports activities throughout Formation Halifax. Originally established in 1946 in memory of Vice-Admiral G.C. Jones at HMCS Stadacona, the award has […]

Cmdre French takes command of Canadian Fleet Atlantic By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff  The new Commander of Canadian Fleet Atlantic (CCFL) officially took the reins during a ceremony aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke on June 28.   Commodore (Cmdre) Jacob French steps into the job during a busy […]

CAF Systemic Racism Class Action – Federal Court Agrees to Proposed Notice of the CAF Systemic Racism class action lawsuit On April 2, 2024, the Federal Court approved the notice of a proposed settlement of a class action for current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who […]

Naval Museum marks 50 years, launches new naval story initiative  By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff  A cheerful garden party brought out friends, well-wishers and staff from years past to celebrate an important milestone for the Naval Museum of Halifax and witness the launch of a new story collection project.  The […]

Goalball tournament a “meaningful” celebration of accessible sport  By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff  Military personnel recently donned blindfolds and battled for supremacy while showcasing an accessible sport for people with blindness or limited vision.  On May 30, six teams competed in the Stadacona S-120 Drill Hall for the chance to […]

2024 Excellence in Health Promotion Award By the Health Promotion Team Are you or someone you know a health promoting superstar? Is there a group or committee of folks in your unit who prioritize health and wellness for the benefit of the unit? Each year, Health Promotion Services sends out […]

HMCS Toronto MSE department community cleanup By HMCS Toronto MSE There are many different phases in the operational cycle of a Halifax-Class Frigate, and not all of them involve participating in domestic operations or sailing to faraway lands.   Currently, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Toronto is deep into its docking […]

New Atlantic Fleet Chief offers “mentorship, guidance and support”   By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff  Canadian Fleet Atlantic welcomed its new Fleet Chief at a Change of Appointment Ceremony at His Majesty’s Canadian (HMC) Dockyard on June 13.   “I feel extremely privileged today” said Chief Petty Officer 1st class (CPO1) Patrick […]

HMCS Charlottetown to join SNMG2 as flagship By Trident Staff  Canada is set to once again take command of a NATO task group in the Mediterranean Sea, with His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Charlottetown having left Halifax on June 15 to join allies in that region as part of a […]

Padre’s Corner: Hope over fear  By Capt Paul Reimer, Chaplain, HMCS Montréal  Padre Capt Reimer is currently on a six-month deployment aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Montréal on Operation Horizon, Canada’s forward-presence mission to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.  As ship’s team divers, there are many […]