Journal de la BFC Halifax Trident de la Marine royale canadienne
Lundi, novembre 25, 2024
HMCS Kootenay survivors to mark 50 years since tragic explosion By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff Nine sailors lost their lives when the starboard gearbox exploded in HMCS Kootenay on October 23, 1969, and LS(Ret’d) Bryan Galletly was nearly one of them. The Restigouche-class destroyer sailed from the English Channel and […]
A message from this year’s 2019 NDWCC Campaign Director, Halifax region By Cdr Beth Vallis, 2019 NDWCC Campaign Director Halifax Region As Campaign Director for the 2019 National Defence Workplace Charitable Campaign (NDWCC) in the Halifax region, I am responsible for connecting with Defence Team members, fostering engagement, and communicating […]
STADPLEX demolition update By CFB Halifax PA Stadacona gym (STADPLEX) exterior demolition work began at the end of September, with expected completion at the end of December. Members working near or transiting in the vicinity of the work site should expect increased noise levels and dust for the duration of […]
Ships’ commemorative paint scheme to mark 75th anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic By RCN PA The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) is preparing to honour the 75th anniversary of the end of the Battle of the Atlantic, which will be commemorated throughout 2020 by painting HMC […]
MWO Leigh Joiner and other Defence Team members braved the cold, choppy waters of the harbour on September 18 to participate in the Halifax Harbour Swim, in support of United Way Halifax’s fundraising campaign.
They may not agree on the proper name of the sport, but RCN sailors from HMCS Toronto and RN sailors from HMS Queen Elizabeth were still able to come together for a friendly game of soccer/football on Porteous Field on September 13. A floor hockey match between the two navies […]
HMCS Preserver anchor on display as part of CSTF project By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The former HMCS Preserver served the Royal Canadian Navy for 46 years before being paid off in 2016, and a new permanent display outside the Stadacona gates will help ensure the ship’s legacy stays top […]
Royal Navy brings new aircraft carrier to Halifax ahead of F-35 trials By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The Royal Navy’s newest and largest-ever class of aircraft carrier visited Canada for the first time from September 13-16, with HMS Queen Elizabeth dropping anchor in Halifax harbour near George’s Island. The first […]
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Junior sailor plots course for success By Peter Mallett, The Lookout Staff Heidi Maier,13, says she has been swept away by the power of sailing. The Grade 8 student has found competitive success harnessing the wind, and a healthy activity, during eight years with the Canadian Forces Sailing Association (CFSA) […]
