Former STAR officer to command MAX BERNAYS

Happy to congratulate Cdr Ryan Bell, who started his naval career at HMCS STAR, on his appointment as CO of HMCS MAX BERNAYS, AOPV 432. Cdr Bell is currently serving as DNR – 2 in Ottawa, with responsibility for uncrewed systems.

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VADM ANGUS TOPSHEE IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE FOLLOWING NAVY COMMAND AND SENIOR APPOINTMENTS:

THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS ARE APPOINTED COMMANDING OFFICER:

(2) CDR R.BELL – HMCS MAX BERNAYS MT25

His Majesty’s Canadian Ship Max Bernays at anchor near Tofino, British Columbia during exercise Trident Fury on 18 June, 2025.

Please Credit: Master Corporal William Gosse, MARPAC Imaging.

HNA welcomes RAdm (Ret’d) Bennett

February’s LWOTM (Last Wednesday of the Month) on 25 February will feature Rear Admiral (Retired) Jennifer Bennet, National President of the Navy League of Canada, speaking about the Navy League’s three pillars: Maritime Affairs, Sea Cadets and Navy League Cadets.

RAdm Bennett while Commodore & Commander Naval Reserves.

If you are interested, contact hna@hamiltonnaval.ca for more information.