Public tours of HMCS Brandon in Comox on Friday

Checking out a Royal Canadian Navy boat will be available to the public on Friday.

The Canadian Armed Forces have announced the HMCS Brandon will be at the Department of National Defence Pier next to the Fisherman’s Wharf in Comox. Free guided tours will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as part of a recruiting event.

Forces Canada says visitors will have the opportunity to chat with the ship’s crew about their roles on board. A team from the Royal Canadian Navy will also be there with information on how to become part of the team

They ask visitors on the boat to follow COVID-19 safety precautions, including wearing a mask on the ship.

Visitors are welcome to take and share photos of the HMCS Brandon and Edmonton.

Continue Reading

cfcp Now playing play

Related Articles

Latest News

B.C. NDP to appoint new interim leader after election defeat

The B.C. NDP caucus is regrouping after a major election defeat and is expected to choose an interim leader this week.

Island RCMP calls transition to Next Generation 9-1-1

The B.C. RCMP is moving to a new emergency communications system, with the transition replacing aging infrastructure to meet a federal mandate.

BC Ferries replaces CEO as board launches system review

BC Ferries has replaced CEO Nicolas Jimenez as its board launches a review aimed at improving ferry services across the province.

First Nations leaders warn repeal of B.C. Declaration Act could create ‘battleground’

First Nations leaders are warning that repealing B.C.'s Indigenous rights legislation could undermine reconciliation and turn the province into a battleground over Indigenous rights.

BC ferries appoints new CEO, launches ‘revitalization review’

BC Ferries has removed Nicolas Jimenez as chief executive officer and appointed an interim replacement as it launches a review of ferry service.