What good is a CAF Chaplain? By Major Derrick Marshall, Senior Fleet Chaplain In these days of mixed, varied and increasingly diverse religious and spiritual outlooks in Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), especially now (when regular and active religious participation appears to be in decline), it might make […]
Other News
Cirque du Soleil performers visit HMC Dockyard
CFB Halifax members working at HMC Dockyard weren’t expecting lunch hour entertainment from two Cirque Du Soleil performers who stopped by the CFB Halifax Dockyard Fire Hall on August 27. Thank you to Leon and Amber, who absolutely amazed us with their acrobatics and grace, and to the Dockyard firefighters […]
Remembering HMCS Kootenay
We are as One: Remembering HMCS Kootenay (DDE 258) By Jennifer Gamble, Curator, Naval Museum of Halifax “I have had an explosion in my engine room, I require immediate assistance!” Flash message from Cdr Norton at 8:36 am, October 23, 1969 08:21, on the morning of October 23, 1969, on […]
Teamwork key to Nijmegen marches
Nijmegen medic says teamwork and support key to a successful march By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff CAF members who wish to participate in the International Four Days Marches Nijmegen are required to complete an intense training program at home before travelling to the signature event in the Netherlands. Requirements include […]
New Commanding Officer for HMCS Montreal
Outgoing Commanding Officer, Cdr Christoper Devita (left) and incoming Commanding Officer, Cdr Geoffrey Simpson sign Change of Command Certificates as witnessed by RAdm Craig Baines, Commander JTFA and MARLANT, during HMCS Montreal’s Change of Command Ceremony on July 27, 2019.
National Sea Cadet Sail Regatta
Royal Canadian Sea Cadet from Dartmouth sails to victory at national regatta By Lt(N) John Brannen, New Media and Production Officer, Regional Cadet Support Unit (Atlantic) A Nova Scotian Royal Canadian Sea Cadet participating in the National Sea Cadet Sail Regatta, held from August 20-24, 2019 in Kingston, Ont. took […]
CFB Halifax at Ward 5 block party
Ward 5 Neighbourhood Center hosted its annual Block Party on Thursday, August 22 in celebration of the North End Halifax Community. The event consisted of a BBQ, refreshments, games, and community bonding. Base Commander Capt(N) David Mazur (right), Base Chief CPO1 Gregory (left), HRM’s Mayor Mike Savage (second right) and […]
MV Asterix back in Halifax
Asterix back in Halifax after more than 500 days at sea By Trident Staff After nearly a year and a half at sea supporting Royal Canadian Navy ships and allies around the world, MV Asterix arrived back at its homeport of Halifax on August 26. The interim supply ship, owned […]
Sailor’s barbershop benefits charity
Ship barbershop gives Jumpstart a boost By Peter Mallett, The Lookout Staff After a lengthy deployment, HMCS Regina sailors disembarking the ship last week were some of the most well-groomed sailors in the Royal Canadian Navy. Their expertly cropped crew cuts and neatly trimmed bangs were the work of MS […]
Atlantic Regional Soccer Championship
Greenwood men, Halifax women take soccer titles By Sara White, Managing Editor, The Aurora Teams from military bases in Greenwood, Halifax and Gagetown hit the pitch August 20 for the start of the Canadian Armed Forces’ Atlantic regionals, being hosted at 14 Wing Greenwood’s Apple Bowl field. 14 Wing Commander […]