CFB Halifax Trident Navy Newspaper
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Cmdre French takes command of Canadian Fleet Atlantic By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The new Commander of Canadian Fleet Atlantic (CCFL) officially took the reins during a ceremony aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke on June 28. Commodore (Cmdre) Jacob French steps into the job during a busy […]
CAF Systemic Racism Class Action – Federal Court Agrees to Proposed Notice of the CAF Systemic Racism class action lawsuit On April 2, 2024, the Federal Court approved the notice of a proposed settlement of a class action for current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) who […]
The Canadian Armed Forces contingent taking part in the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations in Courseulles-sur-Mer, France is seen together prior to the ceremony at Juno Beach. The group included members of the ship’s company of HMCS William Hall – the ship left Halifax in May following its Commissioning Ceremony and […]
Construction on the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) fleet is officially underway – the first steel for a production test module was cut on June 28 at Irving Shipbuilding, with Royal Canadian Navy and Department of National Defence leadership on hand. The new fleet of warships will be known as River-class […]
On June 8, the Halifax Wanderers Football Club’s Department of National Defence (DND) Appreciation Match took place at the Wanderers Grounds in downtown Halifax. The event included two DND/Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) activation zones featuring multiple DND/CAF, Cadet and Military Family Resource Centre static displays and a special addition of […]
Naval Museum marks 50 years, launches new naval story initiative By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff A cheerful garden party brought out friends, well-wishers and staff from years past to celebrate an important milestone for the Naval Museum of Halifax and witness the launch of a new story collection project. The […]
Goalball tournament a “meaningful” celebration of accessible sport By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff Military personnel recently donned blindfolds and battled for supremacy while showcasing an accessible sport for people with blindness or limited vision. On May 30, six teams competed in the Stadacona S-120 Drill Hall for the chance to […]
2024 Excellence in Health Promotion Award By the Health Promotion Team Are you or someone you know a health promoting superstar? Is there a group or committee of folks in your unit who prioritize health and wellness for the benefit of the unit? Each year, Health Promotion Services sends out […]
HMCS Toronto MSE department community cleanup By HMCS Toronto MSE There are many different phases in the operational cycle of a Halifax-Class Frigate, and not all of them involve participating in domestic operations or sailing to faraway lands. Currently, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Toronto is deep into its docking […]
New Atlantic Fleet Chief offers “mentorship, guidance and support” By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff Canadian Fleet Atlantic welcomed its new Fleet Chief at a Change of Appointment Ceremony at His Majesty’s Canadian (HMC) Dockyard on June 13. “I feel extremely privileged today” said Chief Petty Officer 1st class (CPO1) Patrick […]
