Charlottetown Sea Cadets Sail Onboard Navy Ship

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Charlottetown, PE. (May 2nd, 2022) - Cadets from Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps (RCSCC) 23 Kent sailed from Summerside to Charlottetown onboard HMCS Summerside.


A Kingston-class coastal defence vessel of the Royal Canadian Navy, HMCS Summerside was happy to host eight members of Charlottetown’s sea cadet unit, RCSCC 23 Kent, as they sailed from Summerside to Charlottetown. The cadets departed Summerside early on Monday morning, and arrived in Charlottetown at around 4:30pm. Upon arrival, HMCS Summerside docked alongside fellow Kingston-class ship, HMCS Kingston.


During their voyage, the cadets got to learn about many aspects of shipboard life, as well as participate in real-world, hands-on activities. While on board, the cadets received a full tour of the ship, including the bridge, engine control room, and diver’s workshop. Along with the tour, the cadets were able to participate in a man overboard drill, try on firefighter gear, and even steer the ship! Shortly after noon, HMCS Summerside passed under the Confederation Bridge, providing the cadets with a great photo opportunity that they can look back on, to remember the experience.


The Day Sail Photo Collection:


HMCS Summerside passes under the Confederation bridge on her six hour day sail from Summerside to Charlottetown.

Sailor 3rd Class Bruchette, a helmsman onboard HMCS Summerside, teaches PEI sea cadet, Garion Laird, how to steer the 55-metre Kingston-class naval defense vessel.

Master Cadets Lincoln Scott and Shaun D’souza try on Firefighter gear.



Petty Officer 1st Class Kale Milligan trys his hand at using a firehouse onboard HMCS Summerside.

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About the cadet corps:

Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps 23 Kent has been training youth ages 12-18 in Charlottetown, since 1942. Sea cadets is a FREE program, with funds being covered by the federal government along with training being provided by members of the Canadian Armed Forces. RCSCC 23 Kent trains youth every Tuesday evening from 6:30-9:00, from September to June. Cadets participate in a variety of fun, engaging activities such as: sports, sailing, leadership, military band, and more!

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