The Navy headed for Okanagan
Rob Gibson – July 4, 2022 / 15:10 | History: 374165
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The naval security team arrives at the Swartz Bay ferry terminal, en route to Kelowna.
The Canadian Forces Naval Security Team is on its way to the Okanagan as they prepare for what is called defender navigation and tactical training.
“We are now towing a fleet of defense vessels with us to train them for eventual asset deployments,” says spokesman, Lt. Wilson Ho.
The Naval Security Team is transporting four CFB defense vessels. Eskimo to the Kelowna Yacht Club where they will install a base of operations for their exercises.
The public can see a greater military presence on Okanagan Lake this Tuesday and Wednesday. He says the audience is encouraged to stop and greet.
“Members of the public, if they have questions or are just curious, are more than welcome to come and have a look.”
Today, the naval security team will transport 4 defense boats to Lake Okanagan for an exercise. Members of the public can see an increased military presence aboard BC Ferries and along the Trans-Canada Highway as the convoy makes its way to Kelowna. pic.twitter.com/F4XNOJlHpi
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Members of the naval security team will be trained to support Canada’s royal assets, wherever they are deployed, and will include 20 naval support personnel, crew members and helmsmen.
The team will also have a stand at the Yacht Club to recruit new team members on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3 to 5 p.m.
The Canadian Forces naval security team will be around Lake Okanagan and will also make stops at Vernon and Penticton.