NATO ships demonstrate readiness during Neptune Strike 24-2 By NATO Allied Maritime Command Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) took part in NATO’s Neptune Strike 24-2 between October 24 – 30, showcasing NATO’s commitment to collective defence and maritime readiness. During a series of maritime activities, SNMG2 conducted a Passing […]
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Curling organizer honoured for commitment to sport
Curling organizer honoured for commitment to sport By Nathan Stone, Trident Staff The head of the Base Intersection Curling League, Master Sailor (MS) Mark Morton, was presented with the Rob Sneath Memorial Award from the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Halifax on September 10 in recognition of his work organizing and […]
Volume 58, Issue 23, November 11, 2024
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Atlas Institute: The universality of sacrifice
The universality of sacrifice By Fardous Hosseiny, President and CEO The Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families As Remembrance Day approaches, I find myself pondering a new question this year: “In remembrance, who might be the forgotten?” Here in Canada we know that more than 118,000 brave soldiers did not […]
Padre’s Corner: The Act of Remembrance
Padre’s Corner: The Act of Remembrance By Padre Capt Steeve Arsenau, Chaplain, 12 Wing Shearwater Remembrance Day is observed annually on November 11. This day is a time for all Canadians and residents in Canada to pause and remember those who served, and continue to serve, the country during times […]
Flying Stations event wraps up RCAF 100 at 12 Wing Shearwater
The Flying Stations meet and greet event was held on October 17 at 12 Wing Shearwater’s Sea King Club, serving as a close-out to the Wing’s celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force, as well as a chance to thank the Centennial Committee, sponsors, and others […]
Stadacona Band presents “Our Veterans, Their Stories”
The Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy is set to present its 2024 Veterans’ Week Concert – titled “Our Veterans, Their Stories.” The show takes place on November 10, beginning at 2 p.m., at the Spatz Theatre, located at 855 Trollope Street in downtown Halifax. This year’s concert programme […]
Making a mark in memory of Hong Kong veterans
Making a mark in memory of Hong Kong veterans By A/SLt Taylor Rhuland As Remembrance Day approaches, Canadians prepare to honor those who served, including the often-overlooked heroes of the Second World War Battle of Hong Kong. The journey of ‘C’ Force began October 27, 1941, when troops boarded Her […]
Kingston-class ships return from Operation Reassurance
His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Glace Bay and Shawinigan were welcomed back to Halifax on October 29 after a four-month deployment with Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group 1 (SNMCMG1) in the Baltic Sea under Operation Reassurance. In addition to training exercises alongside NATO allies, the mission also included the monitoring of Russian vessels in the Baltic and […]
Clash of the Titans hockey fundraiser ends in tie
On Thursday, October 3, the 2024 Clash of the Titans charity hockey event took place at the Halifax Forum. During the first game of the evening, the Ottawa Service Attachés Association Lame Ducks took on the Esprit de Corps Commando Lites, with the Commando Lites coming out on top 3-2. […]