HMCS Fredericton to Visit Cornwall

The HMCS Fredericton will be docking in Cornwall for two days from September 15‐16, providing an opportunity for the public to visit one of the Canada’s world class navy ships. Cornwall has received visits from naval ships before, including most recently a visit from the HMCS Charlottetown.

The HMCS Fredericton will dock at the Government Wharf on Harbour Road.
Public Access Times:
Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The visit of the HMCS Fredericton allows for a glimpse of what life is like on one of Canada’s magnificent frigates. While onboard, you will have the opportunity to speak with sailors, ask questions, and hear their inspiring stories from their deployments around the world. You can tour the ship and even handle some of the sophisticated technology and equipment. There will also be opportunity to view current career opportunities available within the Canadian Forces, specifically the Navy.

2010 is the Year of the Naval Centennial. The Navy has been protecting Canadians for 100 years. The men and women of the Navy defend our borders, represent us around the world, and offer aid in times of crisis.

HMCS Fredericton: STALKER OF THE SEAS
Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Fredericton was commissioned on September 10th, 1994 and is one of twelve Halifax Class frigates built in Canada. Boasting a complex Command and Control System, combined with an impressive array of modern weaponry and sensors, this ship is considered to be one of the most advanced general‐purpose frigates in the world. A state of the art, multi‐role frigate under the operational command of the Commander of Maritime Forces Atlantic, she is 4,750 tonnes and can travel at 29+ knots. The Ship’s company is comprised of 22 officers, 55 Chiefs and Petty Officers, and 150 non commissioned members, organized into six departments by trades. Crew members are cross‐trained to undertake a wide variety of tasks from seamanship to fire fighting. The Ship’s six departments include: Combat, Deck, Combat System Engineering, Marine Systems, Supply and Air. HMCS Fredericton is fitted with various weapons systems, which allow her to carry out her missions: Evolved Sea Sparrow surface‐to‐air missiles, a Bofors 57mm gun, Harpoon surface‐to‐surface missiles, Mk 46 torpedoes, a 20mm Vulcan Phalanx gun and chaff rockets, to confuse the enemy.

Operation SAIPH
The HMCS Fredericton has just returned from a six‐month deployment on Operation SAIPH. Op SAIPH is the Canadian Forces’ periodic participation in maritime security operations against terrorism in the North Arabian Sea–Persian Gulf region, and counter‐piracy operations in the waters around the Horn of Africa. Op SAIPH represents Canada’s on‐going contribution and commitment to international peace and security. It also confirms that Canada’s Navy is relevant, responsive and effective in today’s security environment.

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