22nd Annual Mooseheads DND Appreciation Night

Saturday, November 14  |  7PM Scotiabank Centre

• Lower Bowl: $25 each (Regular $30)

• Upper Bowl: $12 each (Regular $26)

Get your upper bowl tickets without fees at the following locations (Monday - Friday 0900-1500 hrs):

• Corporate Sponsorship Office, CFB Halifax, Building 290, Room 130: 902-721-7805
• Stadacona Fitness & Sports Centre: 902-721-0133
• Shearwater Fitness, Sports and Recreation Centre: 902-720-1071

Click here to purchase tickets online (Link cannot be viewed on secure networks)

For more information, please contact (902) 721-7805

CFB HALIFAX NDWCC TRAVEL PARTY

Win a $5,000 Air Canada Vacations Travel Card

• Price: $25 (Includes food, complimentary beverage & souvenir gift)
• Wednesday, 25 November 2026
• 1900–2300 HRS | Juno Tower

50 ADDITIONAL PRIZES TO BE WON!

TICKETS AVAILABLE! For details, please contact:

1. AMANDA WHITE  |  S-90, F1, Rm 130  |  902-721-7805 | Amanda.White2@forces.gc.ca
2. LCDR AARON O’CONNOR  |  S-90, F3  |  902-721-5850 | Aaron.O’Connor@forces.gc.ca 

SHEARWATER BASE BASKETBALL TEAM PRACTICE

MONDAY & WEDNESDAYS  |  1500-1700 HRS  |  SHEARWATER GYM

Please contact: Christopher.Worthen@forces.gc.ca with any questions or inquiries.

Intersection Curling

1. Intersection curling will run again on Tuesdays from 1230-1430, starting 6-Oct.
2. Fall draw, because of limited number of weeks, will be scrimmage with no set teams.
   1. Please canvas around your workplace to see if there are other people interested in curling.
   2. Send to isaac.habib@forces.gc.ca the fol NLT 5-Oct:

1. Name
2. Preferred email
3. Unit
4. Preferred position (this could also be “back end” or “front end”)
5. Number of years curled.

3. MEGA tournament will run 16-20 Nov. Please submit your teams to isaac.habib@forces.gc.ca or check with him to see who your unit falls under to join a team.
4. Curling Playdowns is scheduled for the week of 23-Nov to determine HFX Regional teams. For more info, please reach out to isaac.habib@forces.gc.ca

Young and Senior Men’s Hockey

All interested Senior and Young Guys Hockey players are to contact Robert Sanford (Robert.sanford@forces.gc.ca) and Curtis Chambers (Curtis.Chambers@forces.gc.ca)

Any other questions or concerns you can also reach out to Sports Coordinator : isaac.habib@forces.gc.ca

JOIN CANADIAN FORCES BASE HALIFAX WOMEN’S HOCKEY

Open to all Regular and Reserve Force Members

All skill levels welcome. To participate or learn more, email: Kendra.Martin@forces.gc.ca

CAF Social League Fall Farm Adventure at Noggins Farm

*New Date* October 24th

Bus leaves from Stadacona Fitness and Sport Centre at 0930

Enjoy the crisp autumn air as we explore the farm, pick fresh apples, and tackle the corn maze. Whether you’re joining friends, family, or hoping to meet new people, this CAF social league outing is a fun way to celebrate the season. 

Open to military, DND civilians and civilians with military sponsorship. 

Pricing:

• Regular $10.00 (Regular Force, Reserve Force, Veterans)
• Ordinary $20.00 (DND, RCMP, Canadian Coast Guard)
• Associate $30.00 (Civilian)

Click here to register: https://bkk.cfmws.com/halifaxpub/courses/index.asp

For assistance with registration or more information, please contact: HalifaxRecreation@cfmws.com

Join the CFB Halifax Formation Women’s Volleyball Team

From Sept 2026 – April 2027

Members from both CFB Halifax and Shearwater are invited.

Practice: Tuesday and Thursday 1600 – 1800

Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre

If you are interested in coaching or playing, please contact Capt Laura Fitzpatrick: laura.fitzpatrick@forces.gc.ca

HEALTH EXPO: SAVE THE DATE! 

27 October 2026

My Health, Our Strength 

S120, STADACONA  |  1000-1500 HOURS

Stay tuned for more information!

2026/27 Curling Registration

• Monday/Wednesday Day League
• Weeknight Leagues
• Saturday Morning Juniors ($165 for the entire season, plus a $10 discount for CAF & DND!)
• U11 0900-1030
• U18 1030-1200
• 1200-1300 Junior Practice

CAF and DND Discounts

Book your Unit Curling Day!

Season starts in early October, runs from October-Mid April.

Visit cfbhalifaxcurling.com

Recreational Pickleball

Stadacona Fitness & Sports Centre

October 4 - December 23

Sundays 9AM - 12PM  |  WEDNESDAYS 4PM - 8PM

• $25 +tax for military members, regular force, reserve force, veterans
• $50 +tax for DND, RCMP, Coast Guard
• $80 +tax for civilians

*Military members get priority for spots.

All equipment provided.

Ages 16+ 

Registration required - for more information or assistance with registration please contact HalifaxRecreation@cfmws.com 

MEGA/Wing Cup Sport events coming up this fall that you don’t want to miss! 

• Shearwater members contact: Mary.Thompson@forces.gc.ca 
• Halifax members contact: Isaac.Habib@forces.gc.ca

Contact your unit Sports rep to get involved. Don’t have a unit rep? Nominate someone or volunteer!  

Responsibilities of Sports Rep are as follows: 

Unit Sports Representative – The Unit Sports Representative shall liaise with their Unit to:

1. Disseminate tournament and game rules, regulations and references as adopted by the committee, and
2. Determine their Unit/Section's capabilities of entering a competition and carrying out the schedule of play as published.

 The Unit Sports Representative shall also:

1. Represent their Unit/Section's at all regular and other committee meetings;
2. Present to the Sports Coord in writing, any recommendations for amendments or additions to the constitution; and
3. Submit a list of specific sports reps for each sport to the Sports Coordinator, including their phone numbers/emails.

Recreational Dodgeball League at Stadacona Fitness & Sports Centre

• Games run Tuesday nights between 1600-2000

• September 29 2026 to December 1 2026 

Get ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge! Join our Recreational Dodgeball League for a fun and active season of friendly competition. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player, all skill levels are welcome. Sign up individually or with a team and enjoy weekly games in an inclusive, fast-paced environment focused on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun. 

Flexible participation options! Sign up alone or on a team. All skill levels welcome. Open to military, DND civilians and civilians with military sponsorship. Established teams are required to have a minimum of 50% military representation on their roster. 

PRICING 

• $10.00 Regular (regular force, reserve force, veterans) 
• $25.00 Ordinary (DND, RCMP, Canadian Coast guard) 
• $50.00 Associate (civilian) 

Click here to register or contact: HalifaxRecreation@cfmws.com 

REGISTRATION CLOSES SEPTEMBER 18, 2026

Atlantic Regional Powerlifting is happening Oct 27-29, 2026

Held at 14 Wing Greenwood.

For more information or to register, please contact:

• Shearwater: Mary.thompson@forces.gc.ca 
• Halifax: Isaac.Habib@forces.gc.ca

Deadline to enter is September 18.

JOIN THE CFB HALIFAX HOCKEY LEAGUE AT SHEARWATER ARENA 

FROM SEPT 2026 - MARCH 2027

Choose from our COMPETITIVE Division, INTERMEDIATE Division and RECREATIONAL Division

Register for our virtual info meeting on August 25, 2026 - 7PM-8PM

https://bkk.cfmws.com/halifaxpub/courses/index.asp

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Contact HalifaxRecreation@cfmws.com for more information or if you need help registering.

Have you checked out our Health Promotion 

Fall/Winter 2026 Schedule yet?

Click here to register!

HERO GRAPPLING PROGRAM

We train to develop skills, mindset, and character required to protect ourselves, our teammates, and those who depend on us.

Click here to check out all the details about our program!

For more information, please contact: atlas.delmar@forces.gc.ca

CFB HALIFAX MEN’S SOCCER

Starting May 25^th

Practices: Monday and Wednesday at Harbour East All Weather Field | 330pm-500pm.

All skill levels welcome: attend, improve, enjoy the game, and compete for one of 18 spots on the regional team.

If interested, complete the intake form CFB Halifax Men's Soccer 2026 – Fill out form 

And reach out to Lt(N) Freeland for more information: Jaidonn.Freeland@forces.gc.ca

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CFB HALIFAX WOMEN’S SOCCER

Starting May 25^th

Practices: Monday and Wednesday at Harbour East All Weather Field | 330pm-500pm.

All skill levels welcome.

If interested, complete the intake form CFB Halifax Women's Soccer 2026 – Fill out form

Please reach out to Lt(N) Kate Costello for more information: Katherine.Costello@forces.gc.ca

Vitality

The new and expanded 2026-27 issue of Vitality is on stands now! It includes your guide to special events, services & so much more!

Click here to check out the online version.

Celebrate by the water at Shearwater Yacht Club

Turn any occasion into a waterfront experience!

Shearwater Yacht Club offers a wonderful year-round air-conditioned facility for your formal or casual gatherings such as wedding receptions, birthday parties, Christmas parties, bridal and baby showers. It is also a great setting for workshops, retreats, and small meetings. Bartender service is available for hire as part of the facility rental fee. The setting is in a private location on Halifax Harbour with ample free parking.

Special rates apply for serving military and club members.

Visit SWYC.CA to learn more

For more information on the facilities, rental prices and availability please contact: Patricia Jones, Club Manager: (902) 469-8590 or email: syclub@ns.aliantzinc.ca

JOIN THE CREW

Did you know we have a military yacht club in Shearwater?

At Shearwater Yacht Club, you don’t need to own a boat to be a member. Join as a sailing, racing, crewing or social member and be a part of a welcoming waterfront community!

• Access to club racing & events
• Crewing/Social memberships available
• 4 x 420’s for qualified members
• Year-round social events & celebrations

For more information, please contact: syclub@ns.aliantzinc.ca

FLEET POWERLIFTING COLLECTIVE

Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre

Mondays 1430 - 1530

Wednesdays 1100 - 1200

OPEN TO ALL CAF MEMBERS

Participants should be familiar with basic lifting movements (squat, bench press, deadlift). Powerlifting experience is an asset but not required.

Click here for more information!

CAFATP (CAF Athletic Trainer Program)

The CAFATP offers a variety of courses to CAF members and full time NPF employees to develop CAF qualified athletic trainers through a graduated program that prepares them to support CAF athletes at regional, national and CISM sporting events. 

Find more details regarding the program at: CFMWS | CAF Athletic Trainer Program Courses

We are collecting names for 2026-27 and will schedule courses based on interest (dates TBC).

To register or for questions, please contact Briana.Plante@forces.gc.ca

PSP Prenatal and Postpartum Program (PNP3)

The PSP Prenatal and Postpartum Program (PNP3) is a fitness and wellness program for CAF members during pregnancy and the postpartum period. PSP Reconditioning offers an ongoing fitness class as well as personalized programming to support the Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines of engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity over the course of one week (over at least three days). This program is designed to help accumulate effective active minutes with the over arching goal of reducing risk of overall pregnancy health concerns and to increase strength and activity levels in the postpartum period.

This class is open to all CAF members within this population even if the member has injuries and/or physical limitations. The class locations/days are:

• Stadacona - Monday & Thursday
• Shearwater - Tuesday & Friday

Registration is required. Please contact Kerianne Willigar at kerianne.willigar@forces.gc.ca or 902-721-1922 to register or to discuss program details.

Get involved in your unit’s fitness by becoming a CAF FORCE Evaluator

This qualification will enable personnel to conduct the FORCE Evaluation IAW the FORCE Evaluation Operations Manual. Please note – PSP Staff must be the lead evaluator to test Regular FORCE members. CAF Evaluators can only evaluate Reserve Force members unsupervised. Opportunity to assist with FORCE testing upon successful completion of the workshop.

2026 Workshops:

• 04 Dec 26 (nomination deadline: 30 Oct 26)

Location: Fleet Fitness and Sports Centre from 0730-1530

Prerequisites:

• Successfully completed the FORCE evaluation in the past 12 months
• Rank of Corporal (Cpl), Sailor First Class (S1) and above 
• Currently qualified in Standard First Aid and CPR

Medical standards: 

V CV H G O A

4  3    3  2 2 5

You must complete about 3 hours of DLN modules and an exam prior to the scheduled workshop.

Contact your local Fitness Coordinator at Jocelyn.Crothers@forces.gc.ca to register.

1,000 LBS CLUB

A fun, low stress opportunity to test your one rep max squat, bench and deadlift to get your name and total added to the plaque.

How does it work?

Following warmups, lifters will be given three attempts (per lift) to establish their one rep max on the back squat, flat barbell bench press and either the sumo or conventional deadlift. Lifters who achieve over 500lbs or 1000lbs totaled across their three lifts will be eligible. 

Lifters may use: 

belts, weightlifting shoes, knee sleeves and wrist wraps.

Lifters are not permitted to use: 

knee wraps, singleply or multiply powerlifting gear (including briefs), slingshots, or wrist straps. 

Video submissions are not accepted, members must be evaluated in-person at the Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre.

Want to give it a try? Contact Heidi Thibodeau at Heidi.thibodeau@forces.gc.ca

We have updated all of our FIT Schedules for 2026!

Be sure to check out the new classes at Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre: Cadence HIIT and Cadence Cycle.

Click on the below links for more information:

• Fleet Fitness & Sports Centre
• Stadacona Fitness & Sports Centre
• Shearwater Fitness, Sports & Recreation Centre

If you have an upcoming PSP event or activity that you would like to submit to the PSP Weekly Update for consideration, please email: shellnutt.meghan@cfmws.com