PSP Barber recruits impress during deployment training By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff A group of 11 barbers spent a full day snipping, shearing and earning accolades at a free haircut event at Canadian Forces Base Halifax. Held on May 9 at Jayda’s Barbershop, the free haircut day event provided 27 […]
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Future projects, new capabilities up for discussion at upcoming naval tech seminar
Future projects, new capabilities up for discussion at upcoming naval tech seminar By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff Those interested in the evolving world of naval technology are invited to attend a two-day seminar at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Halifax that will focus on a range of technology-related issues and opportunities […]
Runners take over the airfield for RCAF Centennial
The 12 Wing Shearwater community wasn’t swayed by the chilly and damp spring weather as current and former CAF members, along with their civilian colleagues, family members, and friends, gathered for the Wing’s RCAF Run on the morning of May 10. Part of events in Shearwater marking this year’s RCAF […]
NEP sailors among new crop of ship’s divers
NEP sailors among new crop of ship’s divers By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff A group of Naval Experience Program participants became the first from the program to graduate from the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) Ship’s Diver course on May 17. The course wrapped up with a small graduation ceremony at […]
HMCS Frédérick Rolette one step closer to service
On May 25 in Halifax, the future His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Frédérick Rolette was officially named in honour of the French-Canadian naval hero, First Lieutenant Frédérick Rolette, who served our country with great distinction throughout the War of 1812. The fifth of six Harry DeWolf-class vessels, this marks an […]
VAdm Andrew Laurence Collier: A life of service and devotion
VAdm Andrew Laurence Collier: A life of service and devotion By Sabina Kukurudziak, Naval Training Group Monday, June 3 marks what would have been the 100th birthday of Vice-Admiral (VAdm) Andrew Laurence Collier. Remembered as a leader, mentor, and devoted partner, VAdm Collier left a lasting mark on those who […]
Base marks day International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
On May 17, the Intersex-Inclusive Pride flag was raised at Base HQ and 12 Wing main gate in recognition of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. To further recognize this important day, the Atlantic Defence Team Pride Advisory Organization also hosted a speaker event at Juno Tower, including […]
RCN, community stakeholders welcome HMCS William Hall to the fleet
RCN, community stakeholders welcome HMCS William Hall to the fleet By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT) officially welcomed its newest vessel with a display of culture and community on May 16, as naval personnel, shipbuilders, friends, descendants and others marked the Commissioning of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship […]
Caribbean diving during Exercise Tradewinds
Members of Fleet Diving Unit (Atlantic) recently wrapped up participation in Exercise Tradewinds 2024, which was hosted in Barbados and sponsored by U.S. Southern Command. The multinational exercise featured 1,600 participants from 25 partner nations, including CAF representation from the dive team, medical staff, and HMCS Margaret Brooke, and others. […]
New CO to take HMCS Ville de Québec from refit to sea
New CO to take HMCS Ville de Québec from refit to sea By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff The crew of His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Ville de Québec welcomed their new commanding officer at a ceremony set against the backdrop of the vessel’s ongoing refit work at His Majesty’s Canadian […]