On September 27, knowledge Sharer Tony Thomas led a drumming and smudging ceremony at Maritime Forces Atlantic headquarters ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. After the ceremony, he blessed the D201 outdoor patio which can now be used as a designated area for anyone who wishes to […]
Other News
Taking the plunge for the NDWCC
The 2024 Halifax and Shearwater region National Defence Workplace Charitable Campaign (NDWCC) kick-off BBQ and tailgate party took place on September 20 at His Majesty’s Canadian Dockyard, with charity information tables on display, games, food, prizes, and even a few plunges into Halifax Harbour! Bravo Zulu went out to all […]
Volume 58, Issue 21, October 14, 2024
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PSP Halifax looks to revitalize flag football with training sessions
PSP Halifax looks to revitalize flag football with training sessions Ryan Melanson, Trident Staff Local military members with interest in flag football have been getting some professional pointers through a series of skill-building sessions on Stadacona’s Porteous Field. Personnel Support Services (PSP) Halifax has partnered with Micah Brown of BATLX […]
Celebrating the trailblazers who redefined history and empower us today
Celebrating the trailblazers who redefined history and empower us today By Kim Roberge, Civilian co-chair, Defence Women’s Advisory Organization (Halifax) Women’s History Month in Canada is recognized annually in October and is a vital time for acknowledging and celebrating the countless contributions of women throughout our history. It’s about shining […]
Warrant Officer Steve Dugas: From sky to sea
Warrant Officer Steve Dugas: From sky to sea By DND When Warrant Officer Steve Dugas was young, his father, Roland, often talked to him about the benefits of a career in the Canadian Armed Forces. But Dugas always replied that it did not interest him. Today, Dugas is the father […]
Base Logistics supports the Special Olympics Nova Scotia Truck Convoy
Base Logistics supports the Special Olympics Nova Scotia Truck Convoy By Capt L. Cserhazi and CFB Halifax Public Affairs Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Halifax’s Base Logistics (BLog) Transport, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (TEME) Division proudly supported the 13th Annual Truck Convoy on Saturday, September 21, an event that united Nova […]
Bridgewater to host RCAF 100 musical tribute “Operation Goosepool”
Bridgewater to host RCAF 100 musical tribute “Operation Goosepool” By the Bridgewater Fire Department Band The Bridgewater Fire Department Band with special guests Terry Kelly, Paula Rockwell, and Four Shore, present Operation Goosepool, a musical tribute to the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. The concert will […]
New Legacy Cairn celebrates contributions of HMCS Venture (1954-1968) graduates
New Legacy Cairn celebrates contributions of HMCS Venture (1954-1968) graduates By Trident Staff A cairn recently erected at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Halifax recognizes the service and contributions from a group of naval officers who received their training in the 1950s and 60s and contributed greatly to Canada’s Navy in […]
HMCS Shawinigan, HMCS Charlottetown and NATO Allies monitor Russian Navy Vessels in Western Europe and Mediterranean Sea
HMCS Shawinigan, HMCS Charlottetown and NATO Allies monitor Russian Navy Vessels in Western Europe and Mediterranean Sea By DND From August 29th to September 18th, 2024, while conducting vigilance activities alongside NATO ships, His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Shawinigan and Charlottetown monitored Russian submarines and surface ships. Beginning August 29th HMCS Shawinigan monitored a Russian submarine and surface vessel through […]