RCN News

On January 10, 2025, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke set sail from Halifax, Nova Scotia, embarking on a groundbreaking mission as part of Operation PROJECTION 2025. This deployment marks a historic milestone for the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), as it is the first time an RCN vessel will circumnavigate South America and venture…

In a landmark moment for Canada’s naval infrastructure, the newly renovated Jetty B at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt was officially unveiled on February 5, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing A/B Jetty Recapitalization Project.

On February 13, 2025, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) celebrated a significant milestone when HMCS Corner Brook, one of Canada’s four Victoria-class submarines, returned to sea for the first time since 2011. This event marked the end of a 14-year saga of damage, delays, and determined repair efforts, restoring a critical asset to Canada’s maritime…

The Royal Canadian Navy’s latest fleet acquisition project, the Canadian Surface Combatants (CSC), faces significant strategic vulnerabilities due to its reliance on U.S.-designed technology, according to recent reports. This dependency has sparked a debate on national security, autonomy, and the implications for Canada’s defense capabilities.

In a significant development for Canada’s maritime defense strategy, the federal government is considering an offer from Germany and Norway to secure early access to the new 212 CD class submarines. This move could reshape Canada’s naval capabilities, especially in the Arctic, as the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) looks to replace its aging fleet of…

ESQUIMALT, BC – On January 29, 2025, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) achieved a historic milestone as all eight Orca Class training vessels sailed together in a coordinated display off the coast of Esquimalt. Known as the Photographic Orca Deployment Exercise (PODEX) 2025, this event underscored the RCN’s commitment to training and naval prowess. The…

In a move that has reignited discussions on maritime freedom and sovereignty, the Royal Canadian Navy frigate HMCS Ottawa transited the Taiwan Strait over the weekend, drawing a sharp rebuke from China. On Sunday, February 16, HMCS Ottawa conducted what Ottawa described as a “routine transit” through these geopolitically sensitive waters, a passage that has…

At the outbreak of World War II in 1939, the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) was a modest maritime force, with only 13 warships and approximately 1,775 personnel. However, this would change dramatically over the course of the conflict, as the RCN grew to become one of the largest navies in the world by the war’s…

HMCS Bonaventure holds a unique place in the annals of Canadian naval history as the last aircraft carrier to serve in Canada’s Navy. Originally commissioned by the Royal Navy during World War II under the name HMS Powerful, her construction was postponed after the war due to shifting naval priorities. However, in 1952, work on…

In a surprising move, the Royal Canadian Navy has relieved Commander Adriano Lozer of his duties as the Commanding Officer of HMCS Ottawa mid-deployment. The ship, currently stationed in the Indo-Pacific region, has been central to Canada’s naval operations aimed at promoting stability and enforcing international maritime law. The decision, described by the Navy as…