Brandon Mayor Eyes Navy Ship Relics | Vancouver News

The mayor of Brandon, Manitoba, is chasing pieces of the decommissioned HMCS Brandon—specifically anchors and propellers—to honor his city’s naval legacy, after realizing hauling the whole ship was too costly. He attended the ship’s farewell ceremony last year, highlighting Brandon’s deep military roots and joking that prairie folks are naturally suited for naval life. While the vessel remains in Victoria for dismantling, the city hopes to keep its connection alive by lobbying for a new navy ship named after Brandon—a nod to the WWII-era predecessor and this one, which entered service in 1999. The Department of National Defence, working with a contractor, still hasn’t finalized the ship’s ultimate fate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1cef2786ace0bda0