The Lookout
The Kahlers: A living testament to Canada’s military heritage
Reading Time: < 1 minuteReflecting on the diverse tapestry of Canada’s history, one family’s story stands out as a living embodiment of dedication and service to our country. The Kahler family, with their astonishing 140-plus years of combined service in…
Marine Technician keeps HMCS Vancouver’s heart beating
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs HMCS Vancouver slices through the Pacific waves en route to San Diego, Sailor 1st Class (S1) Danny Dubeau stands vigilant in the ship’s engine room. His mission: to ensure the warship’s powerful gas turbine engines continue to…
Throttle therapy: Naval life meets motorcycle passion at CFB Esquimalt’s Auto Club
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn the demanding world of military service, finding time for personal passions can be challenging. At CFB Esquimalt, the Auto Club’s motorcycle division is offering a unique solution for sailors who love to ride, providing a…
Embracing change, honouring tradition
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs we mark 81 years of serving the CFB Esquimalt community, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the journey of our Base newspaper and the transformations we’ve weathered and embraced. The media landscape is once…
FMFCB’s Chief recognized with prestigious award
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA decorated leader at Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton has earned one of Canada’s highest military honours. Chief Petty Officer 1st Class (CPO1) Steven Joseph Wist, Operations, Production and Waterfront Management Chief, has been appointed to the…
Sailor of the Second Quarter revolutionizes shipboard living
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA groundbreaking initiative by HMCS Ottawa Marine Systems Engineer (MSE) has set a new benchmark for quality-of-life improvements on Canadian warships. Sailor 1st Class (S1) Michael Fung led a project to install nearly 200 120-volt power outlets in Ottawa’s Non-Commissioned Members’ mess…
New commanding officer takes helm at Rocky Point
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a milestone ceremony on June 25, Lieutenant-Commander (LCdr) Chantal Woolley made history as she became the first female commanding officer (CO) of Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Rocky Point. She takes over from LCdr Craig…
Naval Innovation: 3D scanning revolutionizes ship repair and manufacturing
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn a remarkable leap for maritime technology, Fleet Maintenance Facility Cape Breton (FMFCB) is harnessing the power of 3D scanning to transform ship repair and manufacturing. This cutting-edge technology not only streamlines operations but also promises…
A Royal Encounter
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs I stood in the presence of Her Royal Highness, I couldn’t help but be flooded with memories of the first time I met her a decade ago. It was a crisp Remembrance Day morning when…
Clearance Divers, NTOG mine Army event for recruits
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe best way to recruit high-level fitness members to high-intensity trades is to go where these people are, says one Clearance Diver (CD). In search of new recruiting grounds, Master Sailor (MS) Mark Littler partnered with…
