2010 Halifax International Fleet Review, June 26 to July 2

First the west coast,

International Fleet Review June 9 to 14, Esquimalt

then the east:

Halifax will be the gateway to the world as Canada’s Navy hosts an International Fleet Review as part of its Centennial celebrations [official page here]. As warships from various nations arrive, they will have on board more than 5,000 sailors who’ve come to enjoy our maritime hospitality. Halifax will definitely be the “place to be” in the summer of 2010.

Many of the ships will be open for visitors, so members of the general public can experience what it is like to be onboard a navy ship and get a chance to rub elbows with some Canadian or foreign sailors. Mark your calendars from June 26 to July 2 to participate in the event of the summer.

Latest News

Ship tours schedule announced

During the IFR several foreign and Canadian ships will be open for tours including the HMS ARK ROYAL and USS WASP. Visit the ship tours schedule for more info.

Volunteer for the IFR We are now recruiting for several different volunteer positions within the International Fleet Review’s Centennial Village. For more information please review the volunteer page and application form.

Schedule of Events [click on box]

Facebook page here, and ship list here (heck of a bunch, all with links--great work).