HMCS Margaret Brooke departs for Op PROJECTION

On January 10th, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke departed Halifax for a historic mission as part of Operation PROJECTION – South America. This marks the first circumnavigation of South America and visit to Antarctica by a Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) vessel. 

During this deployment, the Harry DeWolf-class Arctic Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV) will visit ports across South America to strengthen international relationships in collaboration with Global Affairs Canada.  

While in Antarctica, the ship will support Canadian scientific research, hosting a team of government scientists on board. 

This ‘once in a career’ mission for the crew of Margaret Brooke highlights the unique capabilities of the Harry DeWolf-class, showcasing its proven Arctic operational expertise in the Antarctic maritime environment.