Successful Deployment!

The HMCS Fredericton has returned home to Halifax following a very successful deployment along the St. Laurence Seaway. More than 25,000 people visited the ship during her month-long; seven-city tour along the Quebec and Ontario shorelines.

The deployment provided an opportunity for Canadians in Montréal, Kingston, Toronto, Hamilton, Oshawa, Cornwall and Trois-Rivières to tour the ship, celebrate the Navy Centennial and view the career opportunities available within the Canadian Forces, specifically the Navy.

2010 - The Year of the Naval Centennial

For 100 years, Canadians have answered both the call of their country and of the sea through service in Canada’s Navy. From cities, towns, villages and First Nations communities, they stepped forward to stand their watch at sea on guard for Canada’s values. Whether motivated by patriotism, a sense of duty or adventure, these ordinary men and women accomplished extraordinary achievements and helped to shape the history of our country as a maritime nation.

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Today’s Navy

Today's Navy

In the Navy, we work with some of the most complex gear and technologically advanced equipment out there and we do it in some of the most fascinating places in the world. The Canadian Navy is among the best; tonne-for-tonne and sailor-for-sailor, we are second to none. Our global standing reflects not only our current professionalism and dedication, but also the very hard work of the men and women who built the Navy we operate today.

Our Navy is made up of all types of Canadians – men and women like you who, through incredible training and job experience, have learned how to accomplish extraordinary things. Navy life is rigorous, but it is also very rewarding.

WANTED: THE NEXT GENERATION OF SAILORS

HMCS Fredericton is staffed by an impressive crew of highly-trained personnel.

Check out the different jobs on the ship by clicking on the links below.

• Marine Systems Engineer
• Naval Combat Systems Engineer
• Marine Engineering Mechanic
• Naval Communicator
• Naval Electronics Technician (Communications)
• Naval Electronics Technician (Radar)
• Naval Electronics Technician (Sonar)
• Naval Weapons Technician
• Sonar Operator
• Marine Surface and Sub-Surface Officer
• Boatswain
• Hull Tech
• Marine Electrician
• Naval Combat Information Operator
• Naval Electronics Sensor Operator
• Steward

WANTED: THE NEXT GENERATION OF SAILORS

CANADIAN FORCES SUBSIDIZED EDUCATION PLAN FOR NON-COMMISSIONED MEMBERS

Non-Commissioned Member Subsidized Education Plan

Hands-on training experience is the basis for your future as an expert operator or technician. If you want to work with cutting-edge technology, to be part of a team, and to have amazing job opportunities, then your first step is the Subsidized Education Plan (SEP).

Did you know that the Canadian Forces offer amazing opportunities to get paid to go to school, and to have a great career after graduation?

Our subsidized education plan will cover your education and training costs at one of 35 CF approved/accredited colleges, located in almost every province across Canada. You’ll also receive a salary, paid vacation, and medical and dental benefits while attending school. By the end of your program, you will be ready for a career like no other.

Even if you are already in college, the CF can cover the costs of the rest of your education, plus a great career after you graduate.

A Career in the Canadian Forces

The CF is looking for highly skilled technicians and operators. Marine engineering mechanics, avionics systems technicians, sonar operators -- you name it, the possibilities are virtually endless.

Hands-on training experience is the basis for your future as an expert operator or technician. If you want to work with cutting-edge technology, be part of a team, and have amazing job opportunities, then your first step is the Non-Commissioned Member Subsidized Education Plan (NCM SEP). A career as a Non-Commissioned Member in the Canadian Forces will offer you one-of-a-kind experiences and challenges and a life like no other, both at home and overseas.

• Fully funded tuition, books, and academic equipment
• Guaranteed job upon graduation
• Salary while attending school
• Degree from an accredited college
• Free skills training
• Highly transferable skills
• Four weeks paid annual vacation
• Full medical and dental benefits

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HMCS Fredericton: STALKER OF THE SEAS

Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Fredericton was commissioned on September 10, 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 4750 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.

RELATED LINKS

• Canadian Forces Recruiting
• The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces
• Canadian Navy
• Canadian Naval Centennial
• The Fleet
• HMCS Fredericton
• Canada First Defence Strategy