Commodore Laraine Orthlieb: Breaking barriers and inspiring change By Lieutenant (Navy) John Foster and 2nd Lieutenant Joel Breton In the tapestry of Canadian military history, certain people stand out as trailblazers who shattered glass ceilings and forged paths for future generations. Commodore (Retired) Laraine Orthlieb is one of those people. […]

New museum exhibit highlights Lunenburg’s Camp Norway By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff A unique Second World War story from Nova Scotia’s south shore can now be explored in depth at the Naval Museum of Halifax, with the museum’s newest exhibit titled “Home Away from Home: Camp Norway in Lunenburg” officially […]

Dedicated sports rep receives Admiral Jones Shield By PSP Halifax Congratulations to the latest recipient of the storied Admiral Jones Shield award – MCpl Kody Duffett! The Admiral Jones Shield is awarded annually to the non-commissioned service member who contributes most in conduct, sportsmanship, and character in sports activities throughout […]

CANEX Gives Back volunteer appreciation event By Don MacGillivray, Halifax & Region Military Family Resource Centre Upbeat, jazzy holiday piano music, intermingled with the murmur of a hundred gathered friends, guests, and of course, honoured volunteers – those were the sounds of the CANEX Gives Back Volunteer Appreciation Night. Volunteers […]

10 Ways to squeeze in physical activity during the holidays By the Health Promotion team Park further away Turn that congested parking lot into an opportunity to get in some physical activity. If you’re headed to the mall to do some holiday shopping, avoid those fiercely fought over prime parking […]

RCN Proud: From Lincolnshire to Halifax By Vincent Joyce, Pictou County Military Museum David Russell was born on May 28th, 1929, in Kirton, North Boston, Lincolnshire, England. When he was 14 years old, he served in the British Army Cadet Force during the Second World War from 1942 to 1946. […]

Padre’s Corner: What is a gift? By LCol Dennis Newhook, Formation Chaplain, MARLANT & JTFA   This time of year is filled with a lot of requests for gifts of varying sorts, from monetary, presents and volunteering just to mention a few. We are asked to bring gifts to office events, […]

Commander MARLANT Christmas Message By Rear-Admiral Josée Kurtz, Commander, Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Force Atlantic Team, The Holiday season is upon us and as such, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to every member of Maritime Forces Atlantic’s Defence Team, with my sincere hope that we […]

By Fardous Hosseiny, President and CEO, Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families As we enter the festive period, for many the season is one of joy as they look forward to Family gatherings, travelling and parties. However, for some Veterans and their Families, the season can be a time that […]