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CTV News
07-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Ships leave Halifax for Operation Reassurance
Crews on the HMCS Edmonton and Yellowknife set off from Halifax for 'Operation Reassurance' on Monday. Crews on the HMCS Edmonton and Yellowknife set off from Halifax for 'Operation Reassurance' on Monday. Two ships left Halifax on Monday morning on a European deployment for Operation Reassurance, which is currently the Canadian Armed Forces' largest overseas mission. The HMCS Edmonton and Yellowknife will help NATO identify and dispose of sea mines in European waters from July to October, according to the armed forces' website. There are an estimated 80,000 vintage sea mines left over from the Second World War in the Baltic and North seas. 'It's been a long time for our ships to get prepared to come to this, not only from a technical perspective but also from a training perspective,' said Lieutenant-Commander Jeffrey Smith. 'We are excited to be leaving here this morning for the next four months to sail with our allies.' Ships The HMCS Edmonton and Yellowknife left Halifax on July 7, 2025. For more Nova Scotia news, visit our dedicated provincial page
CTV News
24-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Visiting HMCS Sackville
Atlantic Watch We visit HMCS Sackville to find out about the world's last remaining Corvette and the role she played in the Battle of the Atlantic
CTV News
10-06-2025
- General
- CTV News
Sask. brewery celebrates connection with HMCS Regina
Regina Watch WATCH: This Saskatchewan brewery is celebrating its connection with the HMCS Regina. Sierra D'Souza Butts reports.
Canada Standard
13-05-2025
- Science
- Canada Standard
HMCS Margaret Brooke returns from historic Operation PROJECTION
May 9, 2025 - Ottawa, ON - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces His Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke has successfully completed Operation (Op) PROJECTION, marking the end of a historic deployment to the South American, Antarctic, and Caribbean regions. This mission, which began on January 10, 2025, was the first visit to Antarctica by a Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) vessel, supporting the first all-Canadian scientific research expedition to the region. During the deployment, HMCS Margaret Brooke built and enhanced international relationships, in cooperation with Global Affairs Canada, through multiple port visits and engagements with regional partners throughout South America and the Caribbean. In Antarctica, the ship supported Canadian scientists in conducting vital research, showcasing Canada's commitment to understanding this unique polar environment. The crew of HMCS Margaret Brooke demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication throughout Op PROJECTION. Their efforts have strengthened Canada's forward presence and diplomacy in the Central and South Americas, contributing to international peace and security. The climate change research conducted in the Antarctic region will benefit Canadians and the world by improving understanding of climate change impacts
