Padre’s Corner: What is a gift? By LCol Dennis Newhook, Formation Chaplain, MARLANT & JTFA This time of year is filled with a lot of requests for gifts of varying sorts, from monetary, presents and volunteering just to mention a few. We are asked to bring gifts to office events, […]
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Commander MARLANT Christmas Message
Commander MARLANT Christmas Message By Rear-Admiral Josée Kurtz, Commander, Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Force Atlantic Team, The Holiday season is upon us and as such, I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to every member of Maritime Forces Atlantic’s Defence Team, with my sincere hope that we […]
It’s important for Veterans and Families prioritize their well-being too this holiday season
By Fardous Hosseiny, President and CEO, Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families As we enter the festive period, for many the season is one of joy as they look forward to Family gatherings, travelling and parties. However, for some Veterans and their Families, the season can be a time that […]
#27 Day organizers look to grow memorial hockey tournament
#27 Day organizers look to grow memorial hockey tournament By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff The morning of November 27 was all about the late Sgt (Ret’d) Rob Sneath at 12 Wing Shearwater, as a group gathered to remember his legacy – both in and out of uniform, and on and […]
MARLANT members recognized
RAdm Josée Kurtz, Commander of Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT) and Joint Task Force Atlantic, hosted an Honours and Awards ceremony on November 16, recognizing more than 25 members of the formation with awards including the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, the Canadian Joint Operations Command Commendation, Commander MARLANT Commendation, […]
Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols
Padre Capt Mark Kalvaitis and the Canadian Military Wives Choir of Halifax are seen performing as part of the annual Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols holiday event, which was held at St. Brendan’s Chapel, Stadacona on December 3. Local vocalist Adria Jackson and harpist Kathertine Fitch Loza were also […]
Hosting a safe holiday party
Hosting a safe holiday party By The Health Promotion Team, Have you considered reducing alcohol at your party? Seriously, hear us out… It is the season to celebrate with friends, family, and coworkers. Traditionally, that means copious amounts of alcohol. But it seems the culture has been starting to shift. […]
Volume 57, Issue 25, December 11, 2023
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HMCS Summerside’s festive flair
His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Summerside was all lit up for the holidays as the ship, along with the Stadacona Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, took part in this year’s Evergreen Festival on the Halifax waterfront on December 10. Summerside was open for public tours during the event, with […]
Sailor of the Quarter: More accolades for S1 Duffy
Sailor of the Quarter: More accolades for S1 Duffy By Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff Sailor 1st Class (S1) Derek Duffy will soon be stepping away from HMCS Ville de Québec for his next tech course, and if his recent accolades are any indication, he’ll be leaving big shoes to fill […]