CFB Halifax has a new commanding officer for its Base Administration branch, with Commander Cythia Foley taking over command during a formal Change of Command ceremony at the Juno Tower bridge on July 15. Cdr Foley is no stranger to CFB Halifax and has extensive experience sailing with the Atlantic […]

On July 29, in the presence of the Halifax Defence Visible Minorities Advisory Group (DVMAG), the Pan-African flag was raised at CFB Halifax headquarters ahead of Emancipation Day (August 1). Emancipation Day recognizes the date of August 1, 1834, when the practice of slavery officially ended for millions of African people and […]

CFB Halifax was honoured to participate in the 125th Halifax and Dartmouth Natal Day Parade on August 1! On August 1, we celebrate both Emancipation Day and Natal Day as we recognize and reflect on the difficult history of anti-Black racism and discrimination in Canada and around the world, while […]

Five athletes from the Royal Canadian Navy recently represented Canada at the 53rd World Military Sailing Championships in Brest, France. The event, organized by the French Navy on behalf of the International Military Sports Council (CISM), aims to promote friendship through sport by providing opportunities for armed forces personnel from […]

On July 9, following the National Apology to descendants of No. 2 Construction Battalion, the Halifax Defence Visible Minorities Advisory Group (DVMAG) presented National Apology Advisory Committee (NAAC) members with certificates of appreciation for their contributions and leadership in shaping this historic moment of remembrance and reconciliation. The event brought […]

Canada’s Atlantic Fleet has a new Fleet Chief Petty Officer as part of its command team. CPO1 Cavel Shebib took over the CANFLTLANT appointment from outgoing chief CPO1 Jamie Haas. CPO1 Shebib is pictured here alongside the current MARLANT Chief Petty Officer, CPO1 Alena Mondelli, and CFB Halifax Base Chief […]

On June 15 and 16, local Defence Team members came together to clean up various Base properties including Windsor Park, Willow Park, NAD, Dockyard, CFAD, and Stadacona during the 2022 Base Clean-up event. Big thanks to all the organizers and to all involved in clean-up activities! Les 15 et 16 […]

Royal Canadian Navy personnel, including future HMCS Max Bernays crew members, recently visited Irving Shipbuilding to tour the ongoing work on the ship as it gets set for upcoming sea trials. Max Bernays is set to be the first Arctic and Offshore Patrol Vessel to call Esquimalt, BC its home […]

PSP Halifax held a MEGA Soccer tournament from June 6-10 at Porteous Field, with great participation from teams across the Base, Fleet, and 12 Wing Shearwater. Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) was awarded the tournament trophy after a tight final game against Trinity, winning 4-3 in penalty kicks. A number of […]

On June 4, the Halifax Wanderers hosted their annual DND Appreciation Match at the Wanderers Grounds against York FC from Toronto. A fun time was had by all who attended the game which included amazing performances by the Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, the 12 Wing Pipes and Drums […]